Events

WHEEL/Women in Black will be holding a May Day Vigil for homeless people who’ve died from 5-6 p.m. tonight – Wednesday, May 1, 2024 – outside Burien City Hall. “Please join us in honoring and remembering Burien homeless people who’ve died, and in calling for compassion and justice for the homeless people of Burien,” organizers […]

Summer hours – from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – start on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at the Burien Farmers Market. These new weekly market hours will continue every Thursday at Burien Town Square Park through Oct. 31, 2024. Farmers markets are an essential part of our economy and community. Shopping at farmers markets helps […]

Burien Actors Theatre (BAT) presents Red, written by John Logan, from Friday, April 12 through Sunday, May 5 (except no performance April 28). This Tony Award-winning play is an intense two-actor knockout that takes us into the mind of abstract expressionist Mark Rothko, for whom paintings are “pulsating” life forces.  Raw and provocative, but peppered with humor, Red chronicles […]

A Normandy Park and Burien community Recycling Event will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Criminal Justice Training Center in Burien (map below). This event is open to Normandy Park, Burien and King County residents. Only residents in cars will be provided service. People walking into […]

The annual Moshier Spring Pottery Sale will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Moshier Community Art Center in Burien (map below). Twice a year students and instructors gather at Moshier Art Center to sell their beautiful handmade wares. Come to this amazing sale to find hundreds […]

Huckleberry Garden owners Patty and Jane AKA “The Plant Pundits.” Discover Burien will be welcoming new Burien business Huckleberry Gardens and Nursery starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024, with a Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting event. Owners Patty and Jane AKA “The Plant Pundits” are excited to invite all to their new location at […]

Inclusive Aesthetics in The Park Owner Grace Grymes Chapman, DNP, has announced a Grand Opening Open House and Ribbon Cutting event to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 12–3 p.m. at their new location in the Normandy Park Towne Center. She invites the community to come discover her vision brought to life. “We […]

The finalé performance of Burien Actors Theatre (BAT) Red, written by John Logan, will be Sunday, May 5, 2024. This Tony Award-winning play is an intense two-actor knockout that takes us into the mind of abstract expressionist Mark Rothko, for whom paintings are “pulsating” life forces. Raw and provocative, but peppered with humor, Red chronicles the painter’s two-year […]

A Community Meeting on Public Safety in Burien will be held on Monday night, May 6, 2024 at the Highline Performing Arts Center – but not without some initial email drama between the city and police. The meeting will be held from 5:30 – 6:50 p.m. at the Highline Performing Arts Center, with doors opening […]

On the agenda for Monday night's (May 6. 2024) Burien City Council Special Meeting: proclamations, legislative update from Sen. Karen Keiser, discussions of Affordable Housing Demonstration Programs, a proposed Ballot Initiative Effort and more. The special meeting – which is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. – can be viewed in-person at Burien City Hall, […]

The Burien Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Burien Town Square. These summer hours will continue every Thursday at Burien Town Square Park through Oct. 31, 2024. Farmers markets are an essential part of our economy and community. Shopping at farmers markets helps to support agricultural producers, ensured food access […]

The Kent Chamber of Commerce will be holding its 2024 Regional Business Expo on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at the ShoWare Center, from 3:30 – 7 p.m. This is a FREE expo that will include vendors, workshops, networking opportunities and more for local businesses, workers and others. "Dive into the heart of innovation and community […]

Parkside Garden Club will be holding its annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 11, 22024, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Normandy Park Community Club ("The Cove"). Expect perennials, succulents, ground covers, grasses, trees, shrubs, edibles, houseplants, yard art and more! Proceeds support local organizations, youth programs, and student and teacher scholarships. More […]

It will be a beautiful day in Des Moines this Saturday, May 11, 2024, and there are two events you will not want to miss: The Des Moines Yacht Club South Sound Opening Day of Boating Season from 3–4 p.m. Destination Des Moines’ 2024 Waterland Wine and Art Walk from Noon – 5 p.m. South […]

Puget Sound Skills Center will be holding a Career & College Fair on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PSSC will have over 800 Juniors and Seniors ready to interview for internships, apprenticeships, volunteer opportunities, and entry level positions from the following PSSC Programs: To reserve your table for the College […]

The Burien Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Burien Town Square. These summer hours will continue every Thursday at Burien Town Square Park through Oct. 31, 2024. Farmers markets are an essential part of our economy and community. Shopping at farmers markets helps to support agricultural producers, ensured food access […]

All are invited to come to the Burien Creative District (BCD) Happy Hour at Logan Brewing from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024. At this gathering, you'll meet creative professionals, discuss the future of the BCD, and network with others who are involved in the arts and community. "All are welcome!" More […]

Enjoy a ‘Noche de Mariachi’ at the Highline Performing Arts Center in Burien on Thursday night, May 16, 2024, from 6 – 8 p.m. This event is FREE, open to the public of all ages, and will feature the following Mariachi bands from Highline Public Schools: Mariachi Diamante, Cascade Middle School Mariachi Alma de Oro, […]

All are invited to enjoy an evening in downtown Burien with a view of the Art Alley this Saturday night, May 18, 2024 with special guests Massive Monkees and Fever One behind the decks. This fundraiser party will be held from 6:30–11 p.m. at Humble Hall (map below). Mural Masters is an annual graffiti/street art […]

Burien Eagles will again be rockin’ on Saturday night, May 18, 2024 with ‘Powercell,’ starting at 7 p.m. and featuring: 21+/NO COVER. The club is members only, but guests are welcome! Guests must sign in. More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/7933317093348124 https://www.facebook.com/BurienEagles3523 Burien Eagles is located at 920 SW 150th Street, Burien, WA (206) 246-3350.

On the agenda for Monday night’s (May 20, 2024) Burien City Council regular meeting: proclamations, public market feasibility, Economic Development Action Plan, salary increases and more. The meeting is set to start at 7 p.m., and can be viewed in person at Burien City Hall, via Comcast TV Channel 21, virtually via Zoom here, or […]

Discover Burien's 'Taste of Burien' is the largest event of its kind in the Burien area, and will return with a new approach on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, from 4 – 8 p.m. Organizers are changing things up this year and returning this event back to the restaurants. "Immerse yourself in an evening of gastronomic […]

EDITOR’S NOTE: South King Media Founder/Publisher Scott Schaefer serves on the Board of Directors for the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce. Embrace collaboration at the Seattle Southside Chamber’s Mixer this Wednesday, May 22, 2024, from 4–6 p.m. at Solstice Senior Living in Normandy Park (map below). “Join us for an enriching evening of networking and […]

The Burien Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Burien Town Square. These summer hours will continue every Thursday at Burien Town Square Park through Oct. 31, 2024. Farmers markets are an essential part of our economy and community. Shopping at farmers markets helps to support agricultural producers, ensured food access […]

All are invited to the grand opening of DESC's new Bloomside supportive housing location in Burien on Thursday, May 23, 2024. This will be a celebration for 95 new homes with full wrap-around services in Burien. Bloomside is DESC's first permanent supportive housing outside of the city of Seattle. "We're looking forward to welcoming our tenants, highly […]

7 Stories will be returning to the Highline Heritage Museum at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2024, with the theme “Chance Encounters” or “Tiny Acts.” This regular storytelling series is a night of honest, true stories told by your friends, neighbors, and others…some are even Moth Story Winners. Doors will open at 6:35 p.m., […]

SPONSORED: Hey, Waste Zero Community! Are you interested in learning how to mend your torn clothing or fabric? “Mark your calendars to join our skilled seamstress at one of the Recology Stores during the scheduled workshops in May and early June,” organizers said. Burien Event is Saturday, May 25 The Burien event will take place […]

‘The end is nigh’ – Full Tilt Ice Cream’s last day in business in White Center will be this Sunday, May 26, 2024, from 2 – 8 p.m. Co-owner Ann Magyar decided to shutter the iconic business after the unexpected passing of her partner, founder Justin Cline, who died from complications of a heart attack […]

EDITOR’S NOTE: South King Media Founder/Publisher Scott Schaefer serves on the Board of Directors for the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce. Want to start a business? Want to grow your business? Need consultation? Get free help at the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce’s monthly dedicated Technical Assistance Open House event Thursday, May 29, 2024 at Westfield […]

From our friends at WABI Burien: All are invited to join WABI Burien Bikers, who will cycle the lovely Soos Creek Trail this coming Wednesday, May 29, 2024, beginning at 10 a.m. The paved trail meanders through marshlands, meadows, and forests over a gently rolling course that crosses and re-crosses Soos Creek all along the way. Cyclists who enjoy bird-watching […]

The Burien Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Burien Town Square. These summer hours will continue every Thursday at Burien Town Square Park through Oct. 31, 2024. Farmers markets are an essential part of our economy and community. Shopping at farmers markets helps to support agricultural producers, ensured food access […]

The Highline Heritage Museum will celebrate its 5th anniversary on the evening of Thursday, May 30, 2024, in the form of a Spring Soirée, and all are invited. This intimate gathering will run from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., and take place inside the museum gallery. It will feature guest speakers, community partnership highlights, reflections on […]

Shorewood on the Sound’s annual Streets of Garage Sales will be returning Saturday, June 1, 2024, with over 15 garage sales within a 1-square mile area (see map below). Annually, over 15 households – more if you count neighbors and families who combined – participate in the popular Streets of Garage Sales. This neighborhood-wide event […]

All are invited to enjoy a full day White Center Pride Street Festival this Saturday, June 1, 2024, to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion in the White Center community. This year's Street Festival – which will start in downtown White Center at 11 a.m. – is going to be even bigger, with more entertainment, more […]