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SUMMARY:Plunge into 2026 at the Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day at Des Moines Beach Park
DESCRIPTION:The annual Polar Bear Plunge will return to Des Moines Beach Park on Thursday\, Jan. 1\, 2026\, inviting community members to kick off the new year with a chilly dip in Puget Sound\, local event organizers say. \nThe free event\, hosted by Destination Des Moines\, is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Beach Park Event Center (map below)\, where participants will bravely wade into cold waters to “cleanse” themselves and mark the start of 2026. \nOrganizers encourage all ages and experience levels to take part\, whether plunging fully\, wading in shoulder deep\, or simply cheering on friends and neighbors. \nPolar bear plunges have become a popular community tradition across south King County\, drawing participants from surrounding areas for a festive and invigorating start to January. \nIn fact\, the truly brave might be able to attend all of the trifecta of plunges in our area on Jan. 1\, including: \n\n11 a.m.: Normandy Park Community Club to host third annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day\nNoon: Start the New Year with a cold splash at Three Tree Point’s annual Polar Bear Plunge\n\nNOTE: If you happen to do the trifecta of plunges\, please let us know – send a photo from each one along with your experience(s) to scott@southkingmedia.com and we’ll consider posting!\nOrganizers say that all plunges will take place rain or shine\, and participants are urged to bring warm towels and dry clothing for after the swim. \nVideo\nHere’s a video of the 2023 plunge in Des Moines:
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/plunge-into-2026-at-the-polar-bear-plunge-on-new-years-day-at-des-moines-beach-park/
LOCATION:Des Moines Beach Park\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive set for Monday\, Jan. 5 at Normandy Park City Hall
DESCRIPTION:Bloodworks Northwest will host a blood drive Monday\, Jan. 5\, 2026 at the Normandy Park City Council Chambers\, offering South King County residents an opportunity to donate blood after the holidays. \nAccording to an event notice\, the drive is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 801 SW 174th Street (map below). The drive will pause for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. \nBloodworks Northwest encouraged donors of all blood types to participate\, saying\, “We love all types.” \nAppointments are required for the best possible donation experience\, the notice said\, and donors can book a one hour appointment by scanning a QR code on the flyer or visiting bloodworksnw.org/giveblood. The organization said same day appointments are available at most locations. \nThe notice said photo identification is required\, visitors under 16 are not permitted at donation sites\, and donors should eat a hearty meal and drink plenty of fluids before donating. For more information\, Bloodworks Northwest listed 800-398-7888.
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/blood-drive-set-for-monday-jan-5-at-normandy-park-city-hall/
LOCATION:Normandy Park City Hall\, 801 SW 174th Street\, Normandy Park\, WA\, 98166\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kent Eagles invite community to membership drive supporting veterans on Saturday\, Jan. 17
DESCRIPTION:The Kent Aerie #362 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles invites the local community to its membership drive on Saturday\, Jan. 17\, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Kent Eagles (map below). \nThe evening will feature pulled pork sliders with sides for $10\, along with a silent auction\, 50/50 raffle\, and a bottle raffle. \nAll proceeds from the event will benefit Northwest Battle Buddies\, a nonprofit organization that provides professionally trained service dogs to combat veterans at no cost to them. \nOrganizers hope guests will join them to learn more about the Kent Eagles\, their mission\, and their commitment to community service and charitable giving. \n“This event is about opening our doors\, welcoming new faces\, and supporting an incredible cause\,” said Shane Wilson\, President of the Kent Eagles. “It’s a great opportunity for people to see what the Eagles are all about while helping make a real difference for local veterans.” \nThe Kent Eagles is a local fraternal organization dedicated to community involvement\, charity\, and fellowship. \n“Events like our Membership Drive help introduce the organization to new community members while raising funds for important causes\,” organizers said. \nFor more information about events at the Kent Eagles\, community members are encouraged to attend on Jan. 17 or visit their website at kenteagles362.com or find them on Facebook here. \nKent Eagles is located at 2505 S. 252nd Street\, Kent\, WA 98032:
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/kent-eagles-invite-community-to-membership-drive-supporting-veterans-on-saturday-jan-17/
LOCATION:Kent Eagles\, 2505 S. 252nd Street\, Kent\, WA\, 98032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Des Moines Waterland Walkers will walk Green River Trail on Saturday\, Jan. 24
DESCRIPTION:From our friends at WABI Burien: \nThe Des Moines Waterland Walkers January walk will be along part of the Green River Trail\, on Saturday\, Jan. 24\, 2026.  \nWe’ll meet a few minutes before 10 a.m. at the Three Friends Fishing Hole in Kent (map below). Please note the earlier start time. We’ve had several requests to start earlier\, so we’re going to give it a try. \nThe best way to get directions is just to enter Three Friends Fishing Hole in your Google search. There is a parking lot with room for about 30 cars and we’ve never seen it full. There are seasonal bathrooms at this location which are usually closed in the winter\, and there are also bathrooms at our turnaround destination. We’ll walk south along the trail to Van Doren’s Landing Park\, which is a nice park with bathrooms\, a play area and picnic tables. The trail is wide\, paved and almost completely flat. It’s used by walkers and bicycle riders but never seems to be extremely busy. \nThe distance from Three Friends Fishing Hole to Van Doren’s Landing Park is about 1.6 miles\, so the total distance for the walk is about 3.2 miles. It’s an out and back walk\, so walkers are welcome to turn around at any point if they don’t want to walk the full distance. All walkers and well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome. There’s plenty of room to spread out so everyone can walk at their own pace. \nIf you have any questions or have trouble finding us on the day of the walk\, please text or call Anna Martin at 206-501-5726. \nThanks!\nAnna and Sharon \n\nScreenshot
URL:https://waterlandblog.com/event/des-moines-waterland-walkers-will-walk-green-river-trail-on-saturday-jan-24/
LOCATION:Three Friends Fishing Hole\, 19970 Russell Road\, Kent\, WA\, 98032\, United States
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