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REMINDER: Downtown Kent Wine Walk is this Saturday night, April 11

by EditorApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026

REMINDER: After a 3-year hiatus, the Kent Downtown Wine Walk will be returning this Saturday night, April 11 for a curated tasting through Historic Downtown Kent, featuring artisanal Pacific Northwest […]

Posted inDes Moines

Friends of Saltwater State Park to host Earth Day event with beach and forest walks on Saturday, April 18

by EditorApril 6, 2026April 6, 2026
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Lighthouse Northwest 5K fundraiser returns to Des Moines Creek Park on Saturday, May 30

by EditorApril 3, 2026April 3, 2026
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New program combines arts training with paid work experience at SeaTac’s The Roadhouse

by EditorApril 2, 2026April 2, 2026
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Free International Sculpture Day event set for Saturday, April 25 in Des Moines

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Historical Society to host rare South Puget Sound cruise on Sunday, July 19

by EditorMarch 28, 2026March 28, 2026
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City of Des Moines to restore expanded animal control services starting April 1

by EditorMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026

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South King County Fine Arts Roundup: music, theater, arts and more for late March

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 21, 2026
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SAVE THE DATES: Six bands set for 2026 Des Moines Summer Concert Series on Wednesday nights from July 15–Aug. 19

by EditorMarch 16, 2026March 16, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Chamber’s Women’s History Month luncheon will be Wednesday, Mar. 18

by EditorMarch 12, 2026March 12, 2026
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Seattle Southside Chamber to host Mixer and Small Business Resource Fair on Wednesday, Mar. 18

by EditorMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026
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Hi-Liners Musical Theatre will award 100 theatre summer camp scholarships to King County students, and here’s how to enter

by EditorMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Waterland Parade Committee hosting volunteer information night this Tuesday, Mar. 10 at Harper Studios

by EditorMarch 9, 2026March 9, 2026
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Lumberjack-themed pancake breakfast fundraiser set for Saturday, Mar. 14 at Judson Park in Des Moines

Sponsored by Judson Park Senior Living March 9, 2026March 9, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Volunteers sought for June 2-4 StormFest environmental education event at Des Moines Beach Park

by EditorMarch 8, 2026March 7, 2026
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Rotary Club to host Drag Queen Bingo fundraiser March 13 in Normandy Park

by EditorMarch 6, 2026March 6, 2026
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Highline Schools Foundation to host 2026 Gold Star Bash honoring educators, staff and volunteers on Thursday, Mar. 26

by EditorMarch 4, 2026March 4, 2026
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Family & Friendship Fun Day set for Saturday, Mar. 7 at Des Moines United Methodist Church

by EditorMarch 2, 2026March 2, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Join the free Waterland Walkers Des Moines Creek Trail Loop this Saturday morning, Feb. 28

by EditorFebruary 27, 2026February 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

New Des Moines Chamber launches with more than 20 members, membership tiers and upcoming events

by EditorFebruary 27, 2026February 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Harbor seal found with gunshot wound being treated at SR3 in Des Moines

by EditorFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

South King County Fine Arts Roundup: Ballet, symphony, theatre and art fill late February calendar

by EditorFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Kent Chamber to host ‘The Era of Her,’ a two-day Women’s Conference on Mar. 5 and 6

by iLoveKentFebruary 17, 2026February 17, 2026
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Burien Elks Lodge to host Open House and Membership Drive on Saturday, Feb. 21

Sponsored by Burien Elks Lodge #2143 February 17, 2026February 17, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Mount Rainier Pool launches free lifeguard training program for youth in Des Moines

by EditorFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Highline Heritage Museum to host Valentine’s Day event in Burien this Saturday

by EditorFebruary 11, 2026February 10, 2026
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Renton Civic Theatre brings Valentine’s romance with ‘She Loves Me,’ opening this Friday, Feb. 13

Sponsored by Renton Civic Theatre February 10, 2026February 10, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

MASTER GARDENERS: The power of blueberries for Washington and you

by EditorFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Northwest Symphony Orchestra’s Valentines Concert is this Saturday night, Feb. 7

by EditorFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

‘Love Like Bob’ 5K returns to Marvista Park in Normandy Park on Saturday, Feb. 14

by EditorFebruary 3, 2026February 2, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

SAVE THE DATE: SR3 to host first ‘Big Blue Bash’ fundraiser on April 10, marking SeaLife Rescue Center anniversary

by EditorJanuary 27, 2026January 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

South King County Fine Arts Roundup: Dance, jazz, symphony and mariachi light up late January

by EditorJanuary 20, 2026January 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Friends of Saltwater State Park call for community help after winter storm damage

by EditorJanuary 17, 2026January 17, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Waterland Walkers will walk Green River Trail on Saturday, Jan. 24

by EditorJanuary 17, 2026January 17, 2026
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‘Highline Twin Peaks Festival’ on Saturday, Feb. 28 will honor TV show & iconic local Artist Bruce Bickford

by EditorJanuary 16, 2026January 16, 2026

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Rotary Club ‘fun-raiser’ on Sunday, May 3 will support Des Moines Food Bank and student scholarships

April 8, 2026April 8, 2026

Local Skunk Works Robotics 1983 team to compete at regional championship in Cheney this week

April 6, 2026April 6, 2026

Friends of Saltwater State Park to host Earth Day event with beach and forest walks on Saturday, April 18

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Des Moines City Council eyes $166K permitting overhaul, debates backyard rental regulations & more

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