SAVE THE DATE: ‘Arts-A-Glow’ will light up Dottie Harper Park Sat., Sept. 8!
SAVE THE DATE: 'Arts-A-Glow' – Burien's fabulous Lantern Festival and Procession – will light up Dottie Harper Park on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. This magical evening in the forest will run from 5 – 10 p.m., and will include lantern art and performers, face painting, lantern making, food vendors, tea and treats. Community Procession at Dusk! Bring your lanterns and friends, costumes always encouraged. Bring shakers and bells to play as you walk to make beautiful music. Dotie Harper Park is located at 421 SW 146th Street:
Quiet Skies plans to increase pressure on Alaska Airlines to slow aircraft noise
Burien's Quiet Skies Coalition on Friday (July 13) announced that – as the city approaches the two-year anniversary of the FAA's decision to turn airplanes over Burien – it will be putting more pressure on Alaska Airlines, the Port of Seattle, King County and State officials, as well as the FAA, in an attempt to slow down increased air traffic. The group will be holding at least three events: Larry Cripe, President of Quiet Skies, will be holding a press conference on Monday, July 16 at Burien City Hall, "to call attention to the continuing safety and health issues associated with Sea-Tac ...
PHOTOS: Disaster drill held at Boeing Field Thursday
Story & Photos by Elston Hill EDITOR'S NOTE: On Thursday, July 12, Boeing Field hosted an exercise in which the airport served as the main transport center for people “injured” in a fictional natural disaster. The exercise is needed to maintain the airport’s status as part of the federal government’s National Disaster Medical System. Drill participants were flown in to the northwest from outside the region and transported to local hospitals and medical facilities. This was my first visit to Boeing Field. What a contrast to Sea-Tac. It is a beautiful, small historic terminal and not crowded in the least with no ...
VIDEO: ‘The Briefing #9’ Port of Seattle public comment episode released
'The Briefing Episode #9: By the Numbers' – Steve Edmiston's ongoing attempt to "take on the Port of Seattle, one public comment at a time" – has been released: [embed]https://youtu.be/8TlELQY7_dQ[/embed] This is the beginning of Act II, recorded at the Port of Seattle Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, where Edmiston launches into the briefing he believes the Port asked for (from the FAA and its own staff) in 2017, but did not receive. Edmiston starts with “the numbers” that he says are (i) the most important for airport neighbor cities, (ii) extremely hard to find in comparison with the Port's glowing ...
48 Hour Film Project kicks-off at Burien’s Zoo Break Stage this Friday
The 48 Hour Film Project comes back to Seattle for a 14th year this Friday, July 13, with a kick-off event being held at Burien's Zoo Break Stage. The kickoff event will be held at Zoo Break Stage – located at the old Staples location – between 5 – 7:30 p.m. this Friday. Currently, over 70 teams are registered, which means that over 1,000 people will be involved in making dozens of short films this weekend in the Seattle area. Outside of SIFF, the Seattle 48HFP is the largest filmmaking event in Washington and even the largest filmmaking event north of Los Angeles ...
Environmental Science Center & Sylvester honor Elizabeth Juarez with pathway
Burien's Environmental Science Center (ESC) recently collaborated with Sylvester Middle School – specifically Katelen Phelan's class – to design and build a pollinator pathway to serve as a memorial for the late Elizabeth Juarez. As many of our Readers may recall, Elizabeth was a 13-year old Sylvester student who was tragically killed along with Eveona Cortez in a gang-related shooting in March. "The initial project was for students to engage in environmental stewardship through the build of a pollinator pathway," said Katelen Phelan, 8th grade science teacher at Sylvester. "In an unexpected way, the pollinator garden was far more personal for students. ...
HELP NEEDED: Theft of 3D printer at Burien school leaves student program flat
Over Spring Break 2018, Big Picture Secondary School in Burien was broken into and a teacher's personal 3D printer was stolen. Student projects using the printer came to an abrupt halt and could not be completed this school year. Initially, there was hope that the printer would be recovered, but it has been months and there have been no leads. Teachers and students have started a fundraiser to try and replace the 3D printer. Teacher Tracey Drum originally received the 3D printer and training to use it via a grant through the University of Washington. The grant’s intent was for the printer to belong ...
REMINDER: Norman Baker & The Backroads kick-off ‘Music in the Park’ Thursday
REMINDER: Burien's annual 'Music in the Park' will kick-off at 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, July 12, and continue every Thursday at Lake Burien School Memorial Park through Aug. 16. Opening night will include a performance of 'Lumber Rock & Amricana' by Norman Baker & The Backroads, along with Jimmy V's Food Truck. Music in the Park 6:30-8:00 p.m. Thursdays, July 12 – Aug. 16: Lake Burien School Memorial Park Join us at Lake Burien School Memorial Park this summer for this annual music (and theater!) in the park series. Bring a picnic, or enjoy food from Jimmy V's food truck. On rainy evenings, please call (206) 988-3700 after ...
FREE ‘Shakespeare in the Park’ is July 21 at Lake Burien School Memorial Park
Grab your lawn chairs and come see FREE 'Shakespeare in the Park' on Saturday, July 21, at Lake Burien School Memorial Park, located 1620 SW 149th Street in Burien. The performance of “Henry IV, Part 1” begins at 7 p.m., is produced by GreenStage and sponsored by the Burien Arts Association. As our play opens, King Henry IV’s reign is not going well, with war in Wales and Scotland and friction with the Percy family. In addition, his son and heir, Prince Hal of Wales, bails on his responsibilities at Court. Instead he hangs out in taverns with ne’er-do-wells, chief of whom is ...
Large grass fire burns Southern Heights Park Monday afternoon
Three fire engines and a Battalion Chief were sent to a large grass fire at Southern Heights Park in north Burien Monday afternoon, July 9. Southern Heights Park, located at 12025 14th Avenue S. (map below), is owned by the local water district and is operated by the City of Burien. The park features an open lawn area as well as a playground for ages 2-5. Cause of the fire is under investigation by the King County Fire Investigation Unit. Here are photos of the fire's aftermath courtesy Beth Jokinen:
SAVE THE DATE: ‘Arts-A-Glow’ will light up Dottie Harper Park Sat., Sept. 8!
SAVE THE DATE: ‘Arts-A-Glow’ – Burien’s fabulous Lantern Festival and Procession – will light up Dottie Harper Park on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. This magical evening in the forest... [Read more]
Volunteers needed for Work Parties at new Mary’s Place Burien facility
Mary’s Place is seeking Volunteers to help them prepare their new Burien home, a family shelter opening at the former Lakeside Milam Recovery Center site. Several Volunteer Work Parties are scheduled... [Read more]
Police oversight, community survey & more on agenda for Mon. council meeting
On the docket for Monday night’s regular Burien City Council meeting is reports from OLEO on police oversight, community survey results, an update on fireworks, a proposed memorial for late Mayor... [Read more]
Burien water fountain at Town Square Park closed due to vandalism
Photo courtesy Stephanie Mora. The city’s water/spray park – located at Burien Town Square – has been closed due to vandalism, the city reported on Friday, July 13. Temps for this weekend are... [Read more]
Quiet Skies plans to increase pressure on Alaska Airlines to slow aircraft noise
Burien’s Quiet Skies Coalition on Friday (July 13) announced that – as the city approaches the two-year anniversary of the FAA’s decision to turn airplanes over Burien – it will be putting... [Read more]
Normandy Park’s FREE ‘Music in the Park’ starts this Sunday at Marvista Park
Normandy Park’s FREE summer music concerts and Pre-funk Leisure Games start this Sunday, July 15 at the gazebo in Marvista Park. Pre-funk starts at 4:30 p.m., and concerts begin at 5 p.m. Bring... [Read more]
PHOTOS: Disaster drill held at Boeing Field Thursday
Story & Photos by Elston Hill EDITOR’S NOTE: On Thursday, July 12, Boeing Field hosted an exercise in which the airport served as the main transport center for people “injured” in a fictional... [Read more]
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VIDEO: ‘The Briefing #9’ Port of Seattle public comment episode released
‘The Briefing Episode #9: By the Numbers’ – Steve Edmiston’s ongoing attempt to “take on the Port of Seattle, one public comment at a time” – has been released: This... [Read more]
Longtime Seahurst resident Margaret M. Kennedy has passed; memorial is Aug. 4
Longtime Seahurst resident Margaret M. Kennedy passed away on July 7 at 97 years of age. She taught at Highline College and was much loved by family, friends and students. A remembrance celebration... [Read more]
Tree owners in South King County invited to share fruit for ‘Harvest for All’
Non-profit City Fruit is seeking tree owners in South King County to join its growing fruit sharing community as the organization prepares for its first major Harvest outside Seattle. Earlier this year... [Read more]
48 Hour Film Project kicks-off at Burien’s Zoo Break Stage this Friday
The 48 Hour Film Project comes back to Seattle for a 14th year this Friday, July 13, with a kick-off event being held at Burien’s Zoo Break Stage. The kickoff event will be held at Zoo Break Stage... [Read more]
Donors needed for Blood Drive at Burien City Hall on Thursday, July 19
Donors are needed for a Blood Drive that will be held at Burien City Hall on Thursday, July 19: To learn more about donating platelets, click here. During summer, the community’s blood supply drops... [Read more]
Volunteers needed for Miller Creek Trail Work Party on Saturday, July 21
Volunteers are needed for a Miller Creek Trail Work Party on Saturday, July 21. The Miller Creek Trail in Burien provides important recreational opportunity and valuable fish and wildlife habitat. “Join... [Read more]
Highline Public Schools high schools will start later beginning this fall
High school students at Highline Public Schools will be able to sleep in a bit later starting this fall, when classes are scheduled to start later. This change will also impact start times of middle and... [Read more]
JOBS: John Knox Community Preschool looking to hire Preschool Teachers
John Knox Community Preschool is seeking Christ loving, kid focused teachers/assistants for 2 part time morning positions for the 2018/2019 school year. Candidates should be experienced in creating a... [Read more]
Environmental Science Center & Sylvester honor Elizabeth Juarez with pathway
Burien’s Environmental Science Center (ESC) recently collaborated with Sylvester Middle School – specifically Katelen Phelan’s class – to design and build a pollinator pathway to... [Read more]
Law Enforcement Oversight group releases report on police investigations
This week the King County Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) released a report – Internal Investigations Complaint Classification Review of the King County Sheriff’s Office– at a briefing... [Read more]
TRAFFIC ALERT: Northbound I-5 will be closed all this coming weekend
The second of two full weekend closures of northbound I-5 at the West Seattle Bridge will be this coming weekend, July 14-15. Washington State Department of Transportation contractor crews will begin... [Read more]
HELP NEEDED: Theft of 3D printer at Burien school leaves student program flat
Over Spring Break 2018, Big Picture Secondary School in Burien was broken into and a teacher’s personal 3D printer was stolen. Student projects using the printer came to an abrupt halt and could... [Read more]
REMINDER: Norman Baker & The Backroads kick-off ‘Music in the Park’ Thursday
REMINDER: Burien’s annual ‘Music in the Park’ will kick-off at 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, July 12, and continue every Thursday at Lake Burien School Memorial Park through Aug. 16. Opening... [Read more]
FREE ‘Shakespeare in the Park’ is July 21 at Lake Burien School Memorial Park
Grab your lawn chairs and come see FREE ‘Shakespeare in the Park’ on Saturday, July 21, at Lake Burien School Memorial Park, located 1620 SW 149th Street in Burien. The performance of “Henry... [Read more]
Large grass fire burns Southern Heights Park Monday afternoon
Three fire engines and a Battalion Chief were sent to a large grass fire at Southern Heights Park in north Burien Monday afternoon, July 9. Southern Heights Park, located at 12025 14th Avenue S. (map below),... [Read more]
City of Burien hires Eric Christensen as its new Finance Director
Burien City Manager Brian J. Wilson selected Eric Christensen to be the city’s next Finance Director, replacing Kim Krause, who left in April. His first day was June 25. Christensen brings over 20... [Read more]
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