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SUMMARY:Kennedy Catholic High School Arts and Crafts Fair will be Saturday\, Dec. 6
DESCRIPTION:The annual Kennedy Catholic High School Arts and Crafts Fair returns Saturday\, Dec. 6\, 2025\, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. \nThis festive event is a time-honored tradition known for its high quality and wide attendance. \nIt is truly not to be missed! \nThis is one of the largest Arts & Craft Fairs left in the area with space for almost 150 vendors. \nShop from the huge variety of high-quality vendors and local artists presenting unique and one-of-a-kind items\, a holiday bake sale\, café\, and photos with Santa. \nProceeds support the KCHS Parent Club\, which exists to serve the students\, teachers\, staff\, and parents/guardians of the KCHS Lancer family. Their mission statement can be found here: https://www.kennedyhs.org/support-us/parent-groups/parent-club \nMark your calendars for a unique and fun shopping experience. \nPlease e-mail any questions to artsandcrafts@kennedyhs.org. \nKennedy Catholic High School Arts and Crafts Fair is located at 140 South 140th Street\, Burien\, WA 98168: \n \nEDITOR’S NOTE: Sponsored Posts like this are paid\, “Native Advertisements” that help businesses and organizations improve their internet presence and all-important SEO. South King Media also underwrites fundraisers from local nonprofits. To learn more about how your business or organization can directly reach our expanding\, engaged audience in South King County\, please email Theresa Schaefer at vtheresa@comcast.net.
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/kennedy-catholic-high-school-arts-and-crafts-fair-will-be-saturday-dec-6/
LOCATION:Kennedy Catholic High School\, 140 S. 140th Street\, Burien\, WA\, 98168\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kent Des Moines light rail station opening celebration set for Saturday\, Dec. 6
DESCRIPTION:A celebration marking the opening of the new Sound Transit Kent Des Moines light rail station will take place Saturday\, Dec. 6\, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, according to event information shared by the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce and the Kent Chamber of Commerce. \nThe free\, family friendly event will feature seven themed gardens with art\, history exhibits\, food trucks\, live performances\, youth activities and community resource booths. \nThe invitation encourages attendees to ride transit to the event and participate in what organizers call a historic milestone for the region’s transportation network. \nThe new station serves Highline College and the surrounding Kent Des Moines corridor. \nThe event is presented by Sound Transit in partnership with the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce\, Kent Chamber of Commerce\, Highline College\, the Seattle Thunderbirds\, Mount Rainier Pool and the Des Moines Legacy Foundation. \nThe celebration will be held near the new Kent Des Moines Station adjacent to Highline College. \nAll activities are free and open to the public.
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/kent-des-moines-light-rail-station-opening-celebration-set-for-saturday-dec-6/
LOCATION:Kent Des Moines Station\, 23461 30th Ave South\, Kent\, WA\, 98032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Santa to arrive by boat at Des Moines Marina during Dec. 6 Tree Lighting celebration
DESCRIPTION:The City of Des Moines will host its annual Holiday Tree Lighting celebration on Saturday\, Dec. 6\, 2025\, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, with this year’s festivities moving to a new location at the Des Moines Marina. \nThe free\, outdoor event\, co-sponsored by Destination Des Moines\, will feature holiday crafts\, entertainment\, food trucks\, hot cocoa and more. \nThe celebration was previously held at Big Catch Plaza\, but has been relocated to the marina for 2025. \nNew this year – Santa is scheduled to make a grand arrival by boat(!) – updating one of the community’s most popular seasonal traditions. \nThe Des Moines Yacht Club’s annual Lighted Boat Parade is also scheduled to cruise by between 6 – 9 p.m. \nFamilies across Des Moines and neighboring South King County cities are invited to attend the free event as the city kicks off the holiday season. \nFor more info\, click here.
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/santa-to-arrive-by-boat-at-des-moines-marina-during-dec-6-tree-lighting-celebration/
LOCATION:Des Moines Marina\, 22307 Dock Ave S.\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
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SUMMARY:Help Chart the Course for the City of Des Moines at Town Hall Meeting Tuesday night\, Dec. 9
DESCRIPTION:SPONSORED: \nHelp Chart the Course for the City of Des Moines\nThe City of Des Moines is inviting all Des Moines residents to help chart the course of their city’s future. \nThis fall\, the City began the process of developing a five-year strategic plan. A strategic plan is like a map to guide City decisions\, investments\, and services. It captures the community’s shared vision for the future and lays out goals and priorities to make that vision real. \nTown Hall Meeting – December 9\nCome together with neighbors and city leaders to talk about the future of Des Moines. Everyone is welcome. \n\n\n\nBuilt by the Community\, for the Community\nCommunity voice is the key to a strategic plan that works. The plan is not the City’s plan\, it is the community’s plan. The most important voices in this process are yours: what you care about\, what you want to see\, and what you think Des Moines should become. \nIn October\, the City hosted five focus groups where community members shared their ideas\, hopes and priorities. \nNow all residents are invited to complete a survey to share their thoughts. The survey link is being shared on the city website and Facebook page\, and through local schools and organizations. \nTake the survey now:\nhttps://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/SEDAhS\n\n\n\nThere are two other ways you can participate: \nPop-Up Input Sessions\nMembers of the Des Moines Citizens Advisory Board will be hosting informal feedback sessions. Look for these volunteers at community events and gathering places. \nHow Your Input Will Be Used\nAfter gathering community input\, the City Council and staff—working with an independent planning consultant—will build a framework of goals and strategies that reflect your priorities. \nThe City will share out the plan with the community\, and ultimately\, the City Council will vote to adopt the plan. \nTake part in Charting Our Course and help create the future you want for Des Moines. \n\n\n\n \nEDITOR’S NOTE: Sponsored Posts like this are paid\, “Native Advertisements” that help businesses and organizations improve their internet presence and all-important SEO. South King Media also underwrites fundraisers from local nonprofits. To learn more about how your business or organization can directly reach our expanding\, engaged audience in South King County\, please email Theresa Schaefer at vtheresa@comcast.net.
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/help-chart-the-course-for-the-city-of-des-moines-at-town-hall-meeting-tuesday-night-dec-9/
LOCATION:Des Moines Elementary School\, 23801 16th Ave South\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
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SUMMARY:WABI Burien’s annual Holiday Walk in Des Moines will be Saturday\, Dec. 13
DESCRIPTION:From our friends at WABI Burien: \nOur annual holiday walk will be a little earlier on Saturday\, Dec. 13 than our normal walk day so participants can check out the Des Moines shops and decorations along the walk before the holidays. \nWe’ll meet a few minutes before 11 am. this Saturday\, Dec. 13 at Big Catch Plaza (where the Dollar Tree store is located; map below) near the Big Catch sculpture in the parking lot. The address of the Dollar Tree store is 21815 Marine View Drive (intersection of S. 216th Street\, 7th Ave S. and Marine View Drive). \nWe’ll do this walk no matter what the weather\, so if it’s raining and you want to come\, we will be there. We’ll head south on the west side of Marine View Drive\, taking time to check out stores as we go. After we pass the Red Robin\, we’ll head up the hill to the Zenith Holland nursery\, where hopefully Santa will be waiting and can probably be persuaded to be in a group photo with us. The nursery and the gift shop are beautiful at this time of year\, and they are very dog-friendly! After we leave the nursery\, we’ll take a leisurely stroll north on the east side of Marine View Drive back to the starting point. \nThis walk is approximately 2 miles round trip on mostly flat paved surfaces. There’s only one hill going up to the nursery and we’ll take it slowly. Walkers of every level\, strollers and pets are welcome. \nIf you have any questions or need help finding us on the day of the walk\, please text Anna Martin at (206) 501-5726.
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/wabi-buriens-annual-holiday-walk-in-des-moines-will-be-saturday-dec-13/
LOCATION:Big Catch Plaza\, 21640 Marine View Dr S.\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
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SUMMARY:Des Moines to break ground on new Marina Steps project on Tuesday\, Dec. 16
DESCRIPTION:The City of Des Moines will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its long-anticipated Marina Steps project on Tuesday\, Dec. 16\, 2025\, at 12 p.m. at the Des Moines Marina (map below)\, the city announced. \nThe event will bring together city leaders\, community members\, and project partners to officially mark the start of construction on the Marina Steps\, a key part of the city’s ongoing waterfront redevelopment. \nThe Marina Steps project is designed to improve public access between downtown Des Moines and the waterfront\, providing a pedestrian-friendly connection and a community gathering space that supports local businesses and tourism. \nThe project aligns with the city’s long-term vision to revitalize the marina district while preserving its coastal charm. \nCity officials said the groundbreaking ceremony will celebrate the start of this transformative project for residents and visitors alike\, reaffirming Des Moines’ reputation as the “Waterland City.” \nMore information about the project and future marina updates can be found on the City of Des Moines website.
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/des-moines-to-break-ground-on-new-marina-steps-project-on-tuesday-dec-16/
LOCATION:Des Moines Marina\, 22307 Dock Ave S.\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
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SUMMARY:Burning Boat Festival to light up Des Moines Marina on New Year’s Eve
DESCRIPTION:The City of Des Moines is inviting residents to ring in the New Year at the Burning Boat Festival on Tuesday\, Dec. 31\, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Des Moines Marina\, according to event information released by the city. \nThe Rotary Club of Des Moines/Normandy and the City of Des Moines are teaming up to raise funds for City Park and Res Youth Scholarships. \nBilled as a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration\, the waterfront festival features a symbolic burning boat where attendees are encouraged to write a personal note with their desires\, needs or hardships and cast it into the fire – a very cathartic experience and a fun way to end (or start) the year. \nThere are four ways YOU can get involved: \n\nBecome a Sponsor: Multiple giving levels available\, and we’ll work with you to maximize your visibility. See the sponsorship tiers below and contact Jeff at jtgross938@gmail.com to join as a valued sponsor.\nBuy a Ticket: $25 for adults\, $10 for kids (ages 6–18) – click here.\nVolunteer: Email Jeff at jtgross938@gmail.com for details.\n\nEvent organizers say proceeds will support Des Moines Parks and Recreation youth scholarships. \nThe evening will include multiple fire pits for warming up\, along with a Rotary Bar\, hot chocolate\, s’mores and other offerings. \nThe flyer notes that the event is presented in partnership with the Rotary Club of Des Moines and Normandy Park. \nAdmission is listed at $25 for adults and $10 for youth\, with children age 5 and younger admitted free. \nThe city promotes the festival as “fun for the whole fam.” \nClick Here for More Info & Tickets
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/burning-boat-festival-to-light-up-des-moines-marina-on-new-years-eve/
LOCATION:Des Moines Marina\, 22307 Dock Ave S.\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
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