Highline Public Schools to fund free full-day Kindergarten at all schools

Highline Public Schools announced Thursday (May 23) that it will fund tuition-free full-day kindergarten at all schools starting this fall, regardless of the amount the state legislature allocates to full-day... [Read more]

Too hot for ya? City turns on water fountains at Town Square Park

After Monday’s record-setting 86 degree high tied the area with Phoenix as the hottest in the nation, the City of Burien on Tuesday decided to turn on the water fountains at Town Square Park. Temps... [Read more]

Three Tree Point Youth Association seeking donations for Youth Cabin

An often-overlooked cabin sits quietly at the end of 164th Place SW in Burien’s Three Tree Point neighborhood, and the non-profit organization behind it – the Three Tree Point Youth Association... [Read more]

Highline Special Needs PTA will meet Thursday at Gregory Heights School

The Highline Special Needs PTA (HSNPTA) will hold their next meeting this Thursday (April 25) at 6:30 p.m. at Gregory Heights Elementary School in the cafeteria. This meeting is open to parents, teachers... [Read more]

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

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... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘I am concerned that our young children are being over tested’

[EDITOR'S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The B-Town Blog nor its staff:] Dear B-Town Blog Editor, I am a concerned parent... [Read more]

PHOTO: US Bank Presents $5,000 Check to Navos ‘Drug-Free Youth Coalition’

On the left above is John Hannahs, Branch Manager for US Bank in White Center; on the right is Dusty Bailey, US Bank Downtown Seattle District Manager, presenting one of those really cool over-sized checks... [Read more]

Navos Holding Informational Meeting about Ruth Dykeman Campus Thursday

Navos will be holding an informational meeting about its proposed re-visioning project for the Ruth Dykeman Children’s Center Campus this Thursday night, March 28 starting at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will... [Read more]

8th Grade Student Shot While Walking Home from St. Francis School Monday

An 8th grade female student of Burien’s St. Francis of Assisi School was shot while walking home from school in the 16600 block of 21st Ave SW (map below) Monday afternoon, March 18. The student,... [Read more]

Burien Community Church Holding Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30

Burien Community Church will be having an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 beginning at 1 p.m. The event is free and open to children of all ages and abilities. They will have crafts and fun following... [Read more]

St. Francis of Assisi’s School Musical ‘The Phantom Tollbooth’ Runs March 1–2

Burien’s St. Francis of Assisi School will be presenting its musical – ‘The Phantom Tollbooth’ – at the Highline Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2. Performances... [Read more]

Environmental Science Center Announces Earth Day Kids Art Contest Winners

Burien’s Environmental Science Center (ESC) has selected three artworks to celebrate Earth Day and keeping the earth healthy through environmental stewardship…

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Bridge School Coop Elementary Holding Open House on Jan. 30

The Bridge School Cooperative Elementary – located in the Normandy Park Town Center – will be holding an Open House on Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. “During the Open House... [Read more]

Local Author Christi Zellerhoff’s Launch Party for New Children’s Book is Jan. 26

Burien resident Christi Zellerhoff (pictured above, left, along with Illustrator Amy Davis) will be holding a launch party for her new children’s book “Princesses Can Be Pirates Too!”... [Read more]

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St. Bernadette Parish School Holding Open Houses on Jan. 27 & Jan. 30

Burien’s St. Bernadette Parish School will be holding two free Open House events, open to the public: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Sunday, Jan. 27 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Wednesday, Jan. 30 “The... [Read more]

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Get Your Santa Photos at Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub Dec. 11, 15 and 16

Click image to see larger version. Santa Photos will be taken by local Photographer Mo Simon at Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub (435 SW 152nd Street) on Dec. 11, 15 and 16. No appointments are necessary and... [Read more]

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Save 15% at Your Local Independent Toy Store Choice, Curious Kidstuff!

We’d like to extend a hearty South King Media “Welcome!” to our latest Advertiser – Curious Kidstuff in West Seattle! With many of our readers mourning the loss of B-Town’s own... [Read more]

Love from B-Town to Uganda – a Dispatch from Resident Davy Desmond

Story & Photos by Davy Desmond. For the past few years, I have been traveling to Uganda. The moments passed rapidly on the long plane ride, because my heart was in my stomach rolling with excitement…

REMINDER: Jim Coleman, DDS’ Stuffed Animal Drive Runs Through Dec. 20

Friend of The B-Town Blog and Advertiser Jim Coleman, DDS, and crew are holding their annual Stuffed Animal Drive for children who visit the Highline Medical Center Emergency Rooms. Readers’ donations... [Read more]

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Book Now to Get Your Photos With Santa at Advertiser Photography By Steven

Imagine having photos with Santa without waiting in line at the mall or downtown in bad weather! This year it’s happening right here in Burien at Photography by Steven. Just click here to schedule... [Read more]

Get FREE Child I.D. Cards at White Cap Frozen Yogurt on Saturday, Dec. 1

New York Life Insurance Company is teaming up with Burien’s White Cap Frozen Yogurt to give back to the community by ensuring the safety of our children, with a free Child Safety & Protection... [Read more]

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Advertiser Dr. Jim Coleman’s Annual Stuffed Animal Drive Starts Now

Friend of The B-Town Blog and Advertiser Jim Coleman, DDS, and crew are holding their annual Stuffed Animal Drive for children who visit the Highline Medical Center Emergency Rooms. Readers’ donations... [Read more]

WestSide Baby Seeking Donations to Help Over 4,000 Children During Holidays

Through the end of the year, local non-profit WestSide Baby is seeking donations at their new drop-off at the Burien Community Center to help better the lives of over 4,000 area children. “All kids... [Read more]

South Highline National Little League Signups Begin Dec. 1

The South Highline National Little League is getting ready for the 2013 season, with online signups beginning Dec. 1, 2012. Walk in registration will be held Jan. 17, 2013 at Auntie Irene’s in Des Moines,... [Read more]