Calendar of Events

May 9, 2013

Second annual Highline School District Student Art Walk will be Thursday, May 9

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Celebrate Art Education Month and wander downtown Burien between 4th Ave SW and 10th Ave SW on SW 152nd Street to find art from talented middle and high school students at the second annual Highline School District Student Art Walk, coming Thursday, May 9, from 5 – 8 p.m.

This is a FREE event that will feature student-made art on display in local businesses.

Participating businesses include:

  • Burien Library
  • The Mark Restaurant
  • Phoenix Tea
  • Elliott Bay Brewery
  • Bumbershoot Books
  • Keller Williams
  • Burien Books
  • Cross Fit
  • Osteria da Primo
  • HomeTask
  • Collins Chiropractic
  • Burien Press

This event is sponsored by Highline Public Schools, Burien Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services & Burien Merchants.

Maps will be available May 7 at participating venues and on the web at www.burienparks.net

For more information call 206-988-3700.

Start: May 9, 2013 5:00 pm
End: May 9, 2013 8:00 pm
Venue: Student Art Walk
Address:
Burien, WA, 98166, United States

Discover Burien Farmers Market runs every Thursday through Oct. 31

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The Discover Burien Farmers Market’s runs from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. every Thursday at Town Square Park.

As usual, B-Town’s original, award-winning blog will be present on the first Thursday of each month at this unique weekly event that runs through Oct. 31. Come meet your original, professional local bloggers who’ve been posting news and events since Dec. 2007!

Stock up on fresh produce, locally-crafted food items and one-of-kind handicrafts at the market, which is located in Burien Town Square Park on SW 152nd and 5th Place SW (map below).

“A major benefit of shopping at the market is better prices for fresher food,” according to Debra George, Event Manager for Discover Burien, which operates the market. “The fresh-from-the-fields fruit and vegetables are from Washington State farmers, mostly local, who sell directly to market customers.”

Here’s more from a press release:

Don’t miss new market eatables that include locally concocted Full Tilt ice cream and chocolate biscotti. Among the many returning food vendors, expect to see organic berries and other organic produce, freshly baked goods, shaved ice and hand-made dried pasta.

New this year, handcrafted wood furniture will join the line-up of unique handicrafts. Greenery will feature freshly cut flowers of all sorts and such plantable vegetation as rhododendrons and rose bushes.

Buy lunch from the market’s hotdog cart and other market vendors for a great price to eat al fresco at one of the market’s patio tables. Enjoy live music by Eric “Two Scoops” Moore from Noon to 3 p.m.

Buskers are sought to perform live music from 3 to 6 p.m. for tips, and they may also sell their CDs. Check-in at the yellow Discover Burien tent is required before busking.

The Seattle Humane Society MaxMobile will park at the market on the second Thursday of each month for on-the-spot adoption of loving pets.

Market customers may make their purchases with Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, debit cards, WIC or EBT cards. Some vendors accept credit cards directly. Otherwise, shoppers can use debit, credit or EBT cards by purchasing market tokens at the Discover Burien Association booth. Debit and credit tokens can be spent like cash with the majority of the market’s 40-plus vendors. The nonprofit Discover Burien will not charge a fee for debit card use.

Discover Burien is a nonprofit organization that works on Burien’s economic development, promotion and education.

Sponsored primarily by Prudential Northwest Realty Associates, LLC, the market will be situated on Fifth Place Southwest off Southwest 152nd Street in Burien Town Square. For more information, call 206-433-2882 or go online to www.discoverburien.com.

Start: May 9, 2013 11:00 am
End: May 9, 2013 6:00 pm
Venue: Burien Town Square Park
Address:
SW 152nd and 5th Place SW, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

May 7, 2013

Neighbors of Seahurst Park to discuss Westmark Development at community meeting Tuesday, May 7

There will be a ‘Neighbors of Seahurst Park’ community meeting on Tuesday, May 7, starting at 7 p.m. at the Sound Vista Condominiums Cabana, located at the corner of 12th Ave SW and 132nd Lane SW.

“Hear about the status of the land use permit obtained from the City of Burien by Westmark Development to start clearing land for the Emerald Pointe Project and the court challenge launched by Neighbors of Seahurst Park,” reads an announcement. “Find out what can be done to protect Seahurst Park.”

For more information contact Melessa Rogers at 206-618-1742 or via email at melessarogers@yahoo.com, or visit www.seahurstfriends.org.

Start: May 7, 2013 7:00 pm
End: May 7, 2013 7:00 pm
Venue: Sound Vista Condominiums Cabana
Phone: 206-618-1742
Address:
12th Ave SW and 132nd Lane SW, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

May 6, 2013

Shoreline Program, CARES Animal Control on agenda for Monday council meeting

Burien’s Shoreline Master Program, the contract with CARES Animal Control, the 1st Quarterly 2013 Financial Report, appointments to the Business and Economic Development Partnership and more will be on the agenda for Monday night’s City Council meeting, which starts at 7 p.m. May 6.

The meeting will be held in City Hall, at 400 SW 152nd Street, with public comment at the beginning.

To download the full agenda and packet, click here (PDF file).

Start: May 6, 2013 7:00 pm
End: May 6, 2013 9:30 pm
Venue: Burien City Hall
Address:
400 SW 152nd Street, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

May 4, 2013

New works by Washington playwrights in festival at Burien Little Theatre runs through May 26

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For the price of a movie theater ticket, you can see two—count ‘em, two—live, brand-new, award-winning plays by Washington State playwrights in the 2013 Bill & Peggy Hunt Playwrights Festival at Burien Little Theatre!

From May 3 through May 26, Burien Little Theatre’s (BLT) Festival offers 4 weekends of new shows. Pay just $10 to see a performance of two plays — a one-act followed by a full-length. The one-act Bottom Line is paired with the full-length Undiscovered Places May 3-12. The one-act 17B is paired with the full-length Parsing Race May 17-26.

After each play is performed, audience members are invited to give their opinions and ask questions of the director and playwright. These talk-backs provide playwrights with fresh ideas, valuable comments, and honest audience response.

Festival sponsors include the new film The Maury Island Incident, Mark Restaurant & Bar, 4Culture King County Lodging Tax and City of Burien.

Staged performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are just $10 and include 2 shows.

Shows are recommended for ages 13 and older due to occasional language or mature subject matter. The Festival is sponsored by the City of Burien and Mark Restaurant & Bar.

For tickets and information, go to www.burienlittletheatre.org or call 206-242-5180.

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MAY 3 – 12:

Bottom Line, one-act written play by Judith Jacobs

AND Undiscovered Places, full-length play written by D. Richard Tucker

In the comedy-drama Bottom Line, a lottery ticket is the answer to a young couple’s financial problems, or is it? Directed by Robert Harkins and featuring the acting talents of Natalie Schmidt (Crystal) and Riley Donohue (Jack).

A man meets his adult daughter for the first time in the drama Undiscovered Places, just as his wife is grieving the loss of her son by a prior relationship. Directed by John Ruppeck and featuring the acting talents of Kevin Finney (Dan), Eloisa Cardona (Greta), Patty Bonnell (Candice), Kiki Abba (Julie) and Eli Tock (Scottie).

MAY 17 – 26:

17B, one-act written play by Stephan Feldman

AND Parsing Race, full-length play written by Dave Miller
A woman buys two seats on an airplane for her own comfort in the comedy 17B, and arguments ensue about airline policy and common sense. Directed by Russ Kay and featuring the acting talents of Geni Hawkins (Doris), Tim Takechi (William), Shanda Russell (Pam), Dennis Moore (Captain Scully) and John Flynn (The Passenger).

The drama Parsing Race explores what happens when two mixed race couples and a troubled young man deal with the different ideas of race relations held by three generations of friends and family. Directed by Rochelle Flynn and featuring the acting talents of Maria Knox (Yolanda), Adam Hegg (John), Malcolm J. West (Walter), Melissa Malloy (Maddy), Charles Reccardo (Franklin), Patrick Tolden (Saleem) and Vera Werre (Lydia).

ABOUT THE BILL AND PEGGY HUNT PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL
The mission of the Bill and Peggy Hunt Playwrights Festival is twofold: to encourage Washington State playwrights to pursue their craft and to showcase previously unproduced plays written by Washington State residents. Playwrights are invited to submit their scripts, which are evaluated by a panel of judges who select the winners. BLT produces the winning plays in the festival. Top winners in the one-act and full-length script categories are produced as fully staged performances on BLT’s main stage.

The Festival was named to honor Bill and Peggy Hunt’s dedicated service to theater and their devotion to and involvement with BLT. Peggy Hunt joined Burien’s theater scene in 1960 with a leading role in the play Harvey. Over the next 35 years both Bill and Peggy appeared in and directed plays, designed and built sets, served on the Board of Directors, and were involved in some aspect of every theater project.

BLT officially launched the Bill and Peggy Hunt Playwrights Festival in 1999. This year, BLT chose four playwrights to be honored with awards.

ABOUT BURIEN LITTLE THEATRE
Exciting live theater has been a tradition in Burien since 1955. Incorporated in 1980, Burien Little Theatre (BLT) has been a leading producer of quality live theater serving residents of the Seattle and south Puget Sound areas.

BLT is committed to being an entertainment leader by producing intriguing professional-quality shows. The company’s mission is to treat audiences to productions of the highest artistic integrity that excite, engage and involve both the local and expanding theatrical communities in the Puget Sound region.

A nonprofit 501(c)(3) entity, BLT operates on revenue from ticket sales, donations, grants, sponsorships and volunteers.

THEATER LOCATION

Burien Little Theatre
14501 4th Ave. SW
Burien, WA 98166

(Intersection of 4th Ave SW and SW 146th Street; parking lot entrance on 4th)

Directions available under “Find Us” at www.burienlittletheatre.org); (206) 242-5180.

TICKET PRICES AND PACKAGES
Staged Performances (Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.): All tickets just $10 for performance of 2 plays.

Dinner and a Show Package: This package includes a two-course meal at Mark Restaurant & Bar plus a ticket to the show; cost is $25 per person. Contact the Mark at 206-241-6275.

Start: May 4, 2013 8:00 pm
End: May 4, 2013 10:00 pm
Venue: Burien Little Theatre
Phone: (206) 242-5180
Address:
14501 4th Ave. SW, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

Moshier Art Center’s annual Spring Pottery Sale is Saturday, May 4

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The Moshier Spring Pottery Sale will be Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Moshier Art Center, located at 430 S. 156th Street.

“Twice a year the potters at the Moshier Community Art Center gather to sell their handmade wares,” reads an announcement. “Come to this amazing sale to find hundreds of items such as mugs, bowls, serving dishes, casseroles, garden art, jewelry, planters, and more!”

Cash or checks accepted, and guests are advised to come early for the best selection.

For more information, visit MoshierArtCenter.org or call 206-988-3700.

Start: May 4, 2013 10:00 am
End: May 4, 2013 3:00 pm
Venue: Moshier Art Center
Phone: 206-988-3700
Address:
430 S. 156th Street, Burien, WA, United States

May 3, 2013

New works by Washington playwrights in festival at Burien Little Theatre runs May 3 – 26

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For the price of a movie theater ticket, you can see two—count ‘em, two—live, brand-new, award-winning plays by Washington State playwrights in the 2013 Bill & Peggy Hunt Playwrights Festival at Burien Little Theatre!

From May 3 through May 26, Burien Little Theatre’s (BLT) Festival offers 4 weekends of new shows. Pay just $10 to see a performance of two plays — a one-act followed by a full-length. The one-act Bottom Line is paired with the full-length Undiscovered Places May 3-12. The one-act 17B is paired with the full-length Parsing Race May 17-26.

After each play is performed, audience members are invited to give their opinions and ask questions of the director and playwright. These talk-backs provide playwrights with fresh ideas, valuable comments, and honest audience response.

Festival sponsors include the new film The Maury Island Incident, Mark Restaurant & Bar, 4Culture King County Lodging Tax and City of Burien.

Staged performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are just $10 and include 2 shows.

Shows are recommended for ages 13 and older due to occasional language or mature subject matter. The Festival is sponsored by the City of Burien and Mark Restaurant & Bar.

For tickets and information, go to www.burienlittletheatre.org or call 206-242-5180.

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MAY 3 – 12:

Bottom Line, one-act written play by Judith Jacobs

AND Undiscovered Places, full-length play written by D. Richard Tucker

In the comedy-drama Bottom Line, a lottery ticket is the answer to a young couple’s financial problems, or is it? Directed by Robert Harkins and featuring the acting talents of Natalie Schmidt (Crystal) and Riley Donohue (Jack).

A man meets his adult daughter for the first time in the drama Undiscovered Places, just as his wife is grieving the loss of her son by a prior relationship. Directed by John Ruppeck and featuring the acting talents of Kevin Finney (Dan), Eloisa Cardona (Greta), Patty Bonnell (Candice), Kiki Abba (Julie) and Eli Tock (Scottie).

MAY 17 – 26:

17B, one-act written play by Stephan Feldman

AND Parsing Race, full-length play written by Dave Miller
A woman buys two seats on an airplane for her own comfort in the comedy 17B, and arguments ensue about airline policy and common sense. Directed by Russ Kay and featuring the acting talents of Geni Hawkins (Doris), Tim Takechi (William), Shanda Russell (Pam), Dennis Moore (Captain Scully) and John Flynn (The Passenger).

The drama Parsing Race explores what happens when two mixed race couples and a troubled young man deal with the different ideas of race relations held by three generations of friends and family. Directed by Rochelle Flynn and featuring the acting talents of Maria Knox (Yolanda), Adam Hegg (John), Malcolm J. West (Walter), Melissa Malloy (Maddy), Charles Reccardo (Franklin), Patrick Tolden (Saleem) and Vera Werre (Lydia).

ABOUT THE BILL AND PEGGY HUNT PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL
The mission of the Bill and Peggy Hunt Playwrights Festival is twofold: to encourage Washington State playwrights to pursue their craft and to showcase previously unproduced plays written by Washington State residents. Playwrights are invited to submit their scripts, which are evaluated by a panel of judges who select the winners. BLT produces the winning plays in the festival. Top winners in the one-act and full-length script categories are produced as fully staged performances on BLT’s main stage.

The Festival was named to honor Bill and Peggy Hunt’s dedicated service to theater and their devotion to and involvement with BLT. Peggy Hunt joined Burien’s theater scene in 1960 with a leading role in the play Harvey. Over the next 35 years both Bill and Peggy appeared in and directed plays, designed and built sets, served on the Board of Directors, and were involved in some aspect of every theater project.

BLT officially launched the Bill and Peggy Hunt Playwrights Festival in 1999. This year, BLT chose four playwrights to be honored with awards.

ABOUT BURIEN LITTLE THEATRE
Exciting live theater has been a tradition in Burien since 1955. Incorporated in 1980, Burien Little Theatre (BLT) has been a leading producer of quality live theater serving residents of the Seattle and south Puget Sound areas.

BLT is committed to being an entertainment leader by producing intriguing professional-quality shows. The company’s mission is to treat audiences to productions of the highest artistic integrity that excite, engage and involve both the local and expanding theatrical communities in the Puget Sound region.

A nonprofit 501(c)(3) entity, BLT operates on revenue from ticket sales, donations, grants, sponsorships and volunteers.

THEATER LOCATION

Burien Little Theatre
14501 4th Ave. SW
Burien, WA 98166

(Intersection of 4th Ave SW and SW 146th Street; parking lot entrance on 4th)

Directions available under “Find Us” at www.burienlittletheatre.org); (206) 242-5180.

TICKET PRICES AND PACKAGES
Staged Performances (Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.): All tickets just $10 for performance of 2 plays.

Dinner and a Show Package: This package includes a two-course meal at Mark Restaurant & Bar plus a ticket to the show; cost is $25 per person. Contact the Mark at 206-241-6275.

Start: May 3, 2013 8:00 pm
End: May 3, 2013 10:00 pm
Venue: Burien Little Theatre
Phone: (206) 242-5180
Address:
14501 4th Ave. SW, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

May 2, 2013

Discover Burien’s Farmers Market opens at Town Square Park Thursday, May 2

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The Discover Burien Farmers Market’s grand opening day of the 2013 season will be Thursday, May 2 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

As usual, B-Town’s original, award-winning blog will be present on the first Thursday of each month at this unique weekly event that runs through Oct. 31. Come meet your original, professional local bloggers who’ve been posting news and events since Dec. 2007!

You’ll also be able to stock up on fresh produce, locally-crafted food items and one-of-kind handicrafts at the market, which is located in Burien Town Square Park on SW 152nd and 5th Place SW (map below).

“A major benefit of shopping at the market is better prices for fresher food,” according to Debra George, Event Manager for Discover Burien, which operates the market. “The fresh-from-the-fields fruit and vegetables are from Washington State farmers, mostly local, who sell directly to market customers.”

Here’s more from a press release:

Don’t miss new market eatables that include locally concocted Full Tilt ice cream and chocolate biscotti. Among the many returning food vendors, expect to see organic berries and other organic produce, freshly baked goods, shaved ice and hand-made dried pasta.

New this year, handcrafted wood furniture will join the line-up of unique handicrafts. Greenery will feature freshly cut flowers of all sorts and such plantable vegetation as rhododendrons and rose bushes.

Buy lunch from the market’s hotdog cart and other market vendors for a great price to eat al fresco at one of the market’s patio tables. Enjoy live music by Eric “Two Scoops” Moore from Noon to 3 p.m.

Buskers are sought to perform live music from 3 to 6 p.m. for tips, and they may also sell their CDs. Check-in at the yellow Discover Burien tent is required before busking.

The Seattle Humane Society MaxMobile will park at the market on the second Thursday of each month for on-the-spot adoption of loving pets.

Market customers may make their purchases with Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, debit cards, WIC or EBT cards. Some vendors accept credit cards directly. Otherwise, shoppers can use debit, credit or EBT cards by purchasing market tokens at the Discover Burien Association booth. Debit and credit tokens can be spent like cash with the majority of the market’s 40-plus vendors. The nonprofit Discover Burien will not charge a fee for debit card use.

Discover Burien is a nonprofit organization that works on Burien’s economic development, promotion and education.

Sponsored primarily by Prudential Northwest Realty Associates, LLC, the market will be situated on Fifth Place Southwest off Southwest 152nd Street in Burien Town Square. For more information, call 206-433-2882 or go online to www.discoverburien.com.

Start: May 2, 2013 11:00 am
End: May 2, 2013 6:00 pm
Venue: Burien Town Square Park
Address:
SW 152nd and 5th Place SW, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

May 1, 2013

Fundraiser for victims of Boston Marathon Bombings at Mick Kelly’s Wednesday

A fundraiser for victims of the April 15 Boston Marathon bombings will be held at Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub Wednesday, May 1, with Dan Satterberg’s band The Approximations playing.

“We are raising money for the victims of the Boston marathon crime,” Satterberg told The B-Town Blog. “Adrian and Mo at Mick Kelly’s have assembled some auction items and we will be playing our classic rock dance-party tunes at approximately 8 p.m.”

“It would be great to give a big hug to our brothers and sisters in the other BTown,” Satterberg added. “Then we can get back to hating their sports teams.”

Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub is located at 435 SW 152nd Street in downtown Burien.

Start: May 1, 2013 8:00 pm
End: May 1, 2013 11:50 pm
Venue: Mick Kelly's Irish Pub
Address:
435 SW 152nd Street, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

New Futures’ 8th Annual ‘Get Inspired!’ Benefit Breakfast is Wednesday May 1

New Futures Text LogoBurien non-profit New Futures will be holding its 8th Annual ‘Get Inspired!’ Benefit Breakfast at the Grand Hyatt Seattle on Wednesday morning, May 1.

“Please join us and our returning emcee, KIRO’s Angela Russell, to celebrate the success of New Futures’ programs and recognize the achievements of three outstanding youth who will be awarded scholarships to support their higher education,” reads an announcement.

There is no cost for the breakfast.

New Futures is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

A minimum, tax-deductible donation of $150 is encouraged and appreciated.

To register, click here:

register now

If you are unable to join the May 1 event, but would like to donate in lieu of attendance and in support of New Futures’ programs, please click on the ‘Donate Now’ button below:

Donate now

“We hope you can join us on May 1st!”

Please email New Futures Staff with any questions, or call 206.248.9647.

Start: May 1, 2013 7:30 am
End: May 1, 2013 8:30 am
Venue: Grand Hyatt Seattle
Phone: 206.248.9647
Address:
721 Pine Street, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States

April 28, 2013

Annual ‘Cove to Clover’ fundraiser race is Sunday, April 28!

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The 2013 Race Shirts are really cool.

The annual Cove to Clover fundraiser run will be Sunday, April 28, with the 5K starting at Noon at the Normandy Park Cove and the 10K at Des Moines Beach Bark – both at Noon.

This is like no other race you have run. It is hard; suffering is the name of the game as you climb and climb up the ominously named “Snake Hill”.

Indeed, it is brutal but at the top of the hill runners are rewarded with the ethereal music of a Highland piper and beautiful views of Puget Sound. When we suffer together, we emerge more united.

“The UPRISING”
A runner obstacle for every race; set amidst a Celtic battle re-enactment. Yes, you can go around but runners are encouraged to participate. For certain, the bragging rights go with tackling “The Uprising” while maintaining your lead. You’ll have to join us on race day to fully appreciate all the elements that make up “The Uprising”!

Here are the details:

10k – starts at Noon 5k – starts at Noon
Start – Normandy Park Towne Center Start – Normandy Park Swim Club
Finish – Burien Town Square Finish – Burien Town Square
Race day registration at Burien Town Sq Race day registration at Burien Town Sq
Packet pickup at Burien Town Square Packet pickup at Burien Town Square
Free shuttle to startline before race Free shuttle to startline before race

You can also download a RUNNER’S GUIDE MAP (PDF) here.

Packet pickup on April 27 at Burien City Council Chambers across from the library from 1-4 pm

Start: April 28, 2013 12:00 pm
End: April 28, 2013 3:00 pm
Venue: Cove to Clover 5K at Normandy Park Cove
Address:
1500 SW Shorebook Drive, Normandy Park, WA, 98166, United States

April 27, 2013

Learn about the life and times of General George Pickett on Saturday, April 27

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Who was the “leader of the charge” and why is he important to Washington State? Find out when the Highline Historical Society presents General George Pickett himself this Saturday, April 27 at 2 p.m.

National Parks Interpretive Ranger Mike Vouri, as Pickett’s “ghost,” will share his loves, challenges and adventures during his boyhood, his time at West Point, the Mexican War, the Civil War and his time on San Juan Island at Tyee High School.

The show gives humorous detail of an international military dispute which took place in Washington Territory. To commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, Vouri will tell the story of Pickett, who was here in Washington Territory building Military Road when the Civil War broke out.

Here are the details:

WHAT: General George Pickett “speaks”!

WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2013, 2:00 PM

WHERE: Tyee High School Cafetorium, 4424 S 188th Street, SeaTac, WA 98188

COST: Society members, HSD faculty with ID and students FREE. Members of the public – $5.00

INFO: Visit www.highlinehistory.org for details.

Start: April 27, 2013 2:00 pm
End: April 27, 2013 2:00 pm
Venue: Tyee High School Cafetorium
Address:
4424 S 188th Street, SeaTac, WA, 98188, United States

B-Town Dog’s ‘Park N Bark II’ will start at Town Square Park Saturday, April 27

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B-Town Dog will be holding ‘Park N Bark II’ starting at 11 a.m. at Burien Town Square Park on Saturday, April 27, with dogs and leashes, to walk around the park and city, and everyone’s invited (including dogs).

This is an on-leash event (for the dogs, that is…).

Afterwards, for those who wish, participants will enjoy a beverage on Burien Press’ back porch, weather permitting.

For more information, visit http://btwndog.webs.com

Start: April 27, 2013 11:00 am
End: April 27, 2013 11:00 am
Venue: Burien Town Square Park
Address:
SW 152nd and 5th Place SW, Burien, WA, 98166, United States

Matt Griffin YMCA’s ‘Healthy Kids Day’ Celebration will be Saturday, April 27

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BTB Advertiser Matt Griffin YMCA’s annual Healthy Kids Day celebration will be Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

“This is a FREE community event and everyone is welcome!” reads an announcement.

The first 100 kids will receive a free t-shirt, and there will be lots of community vendors, an inflatable slide, obstacle course and bouncey house.

The theme this year is Super Heroes, and all kids are encouraged to come in their favorite super hero costume!

Matt Griffin YMCA is located at 3595 S. 188th Street in Seatac; 206.244.5880.

Start: April 27, 2013 10:00 am
End: April 27, 2013 1:00 pm
Venue: Matt Griffin YMCA
Address:
3595 S. 188th Street, SeaTac, WA, United States

Got Drugs? National Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, April 27

It’s the sixth National Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

King County residents can dispose of unwanted and expired medicines anonymously and at no cost at this nationwide event. There are 20 take-back collection sites in King County currently with more expected by the day of the event. To find a location go to www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback.

This one-day event is coordinated by the federal Drug Enforcement Administration and participating local law enforcement agencies.

About 30 percent of prescription and over-the-counter medicines sold go unused. Unused prescription drugs too often fall into the hands of children and teens, where they cause poisonings and deaths. In fact:

  • Prescription drug abuse is the fastest-growing drug problem in the country.
  • Drug overdoses have surpassed car crashes as the leading cause of accidental deaths in Washington – the majority involved prescription pain killers.
  • In Washington state 11 percent of teens use prescription medicines for non-medical reasons – a rate among the highest in the nation.
  • Over half of the 37,000 calls to the Washington Poison Center in 2009 were for young children poisoned by medicines found at home, and the elderly are also at risk of accidental poisonings.
  • Human medications are the leading cause of pet poisoning.

For more information go to www.TakeBackYourMeds.org.

Here’s where you can take your drugs back:

SEATAC POLICE DEPARTMENT SEATAC CITY HALL
FRONT LOBBY AREA
4800 SOUTH 188TH STREET SEATAC WA, 98188 Map
SEATTLE POLICE DEPARTMENT SOUTHWEST PRECINCT 2300 SW WEBSTER STREET SEATTLE WA, 98106 Map
DES MOINES POLICE DEPARTMENT BARTELL DRUGS – PARKING LOT
COLLECTION TIMES AT THIS LOCATION: 2PM TO 6PM
27055 PACIFIC HWY S DES MOINES WA, 98198 Map
DES MOINES POLICE DEPARTMENT BARTELL DRUGS – PARKING LOT
COLLECTION TIMES AT THIS LOCATION: 9AM TO 1PM
21615 PACIFIC HWY S DES MOINES WA, 98198 Map
Start: April 27, 2013 10:00 am
End: April 27, 2013 2:00 pm
Venue: National Drug Take Back Day
Address:
Burien, WA, United States