Arts-A-Glow Lantern festival

Burien Community Center

14700 6th Ave. S.W.

Sat., Sept. 9, 5–10 p.m. A magical evening in the forest! We will have lantern art and performers around every corner, face painting, tea leaf reading, and tea and treats to be sampled. Make your own lantern and join the procession at dusk (8ish)! And a special surprise performance after the procession… don’t miss it! visit discoberburien.org or call 206.988.3700 for more info.

 

DES MOINES ART ON POVERTY BAY WALK

Des Moines City Hall

21630 11th Ave. S.

Sun., Sept. 10, meet at 11 a.m. Walk around downtown Des Moines and the Marina. Visit many of the sculptures and art pieces made by talented, local artists that are on display. Some of the art pieces are for sale. The Art on Poverty Bay project sponsored by the Des Moines Art Commission finds and displays sculptures, carvings, and murals made by artists in the area. We will learn about the history and significance of many of the art pieces, and are hoping we can have at least one artist join us to tell us their inspiration and method of making their art. Call Gary at 206.390.3184 with any questions.

 

ORCHESTRA OF FLIGHT SEEKS PERCUSSIONISTS, STRING PLAYERS FOR NEW SEASON

Mt. View Presbyterian Church

10806 12th Ave. S.W.

Mon., Sept. 11. 7:30–9:30 p.m. The Orchestra of Flight, a community orchestra based in White Center, invites string players and percussionists to join us for our new season, beginning Sept.11. We rehearse Monday nights from 7:30–9:30 p.m. at Mt. View Presbyterian Church in White Center. No auditions are required. We are a noncompetitive, friendly organization. Our mission is to bring live orchestral music to communities whose members may have difficulty attending concerts in traditional venues. Come and have fun while improving your musical skills and sharing the gift of music with others. For more information visit www.orchestraofflight.org, or contact us at info@orchestraofflight.org.

 

Seattle Career Fair

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton

16500 Southcenter Parkway

Wed., Sept. 13, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Job Opportunities include: Inside/Outside Sales Reps, Account Executives, Retail Managers, Account Managers, Insurance Sales, Customer Service, Technical Sales, Sales Managers, Pharmaceutical Sales, Telesales, Sales Trainer, Merchandiser, Mortgage Brokers, Financial Planner, Route Sales, Retail Sales, Retail Management, Human Resources and much more! Bring 10-15 resumes and dress Business Professional. This is a free event for job seekers. Parking is complientary.

 

New England Style Clam Bake

Forest Ledge

14645 25th Ave S.W.

Sat., Sept. 16, 5–8 p.m. Join us for a New England Style Clam Bake. Why is it New England Style? Because Lobster will be served! Yum. Tickets are $150 and to RSVP go to: http://bpt.me/3050778. All the expenses for this event are covered so that 100% of the funds raised will go toward Scholarships for Local High School Graduates. There will be entertainment and possibly a beautiful sunset.

 

My aging parents need help! What do I Do?

King County Library, Des Moines

21620 11th Ave. S.

Mon., Sept. 18, 6–7:30 p.m. Today’s reality is that we are living longer, and those who are 85 and older are the fastest growing segment of the population. As a result, adult children are finding themselves in the driver’s seat, helping their parents navigate the twists and turns of aging, and determining the best choices from an abundance of options in support, care and housing. In this presentation, D’Anna Edison of Aging Wisdom will provide a broad overview about: signs your parents need help, practical tips on having a conversation with your parents, preparing for resistance to care and how to address it, next steps for planning the future and getting ahead of a crisis. For more info call 206.824.6066.

 

WestSide Baby’s 80’s chic 

Cocktail Benefit!

Metropolist

2931 1st Ave. S.

Fri., Sept. 22, 7:30–10:30 p.m. Join us in your best acid wash and neon as we shake things up at our 1980’s chic Cocktail Benefit. Buy tickets today in order to enjoy cool cocktails, bangin’ bites and sweet jams in a chic retro environment to raise funds for babies and children in our community!

 

ARTS GALA ON POVERTY BAY

Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium

22030 Cliff Ave. S.

Fri., Sept. 22, 5–9 p.m. Support Des Moines Arts by attending the 3rd annual Arts Gala on Poverty Bay. See many great art pieces on display, which will also be for sale. There will be an art auction also. Enjoy appetizers, talented local entertainment, and wine. This event is sponsored by the Des Moines Arts Commission, the Des Moines Legacy Foundation, the City of Des Moines, and Four Points by Sheraton. Tickets are $50 and are available at the Des Moines Field House, by calling 206.870.6527, at Salon Michelle, or at brownpapertickets.com.   Sponsorship opportunities are also available starting at $250 (which will include 5 tickets to the Gala). Information about sponsorships are also available at the Field House and the above number, or by emailing pthorell@desmoineswa.gov. Funds raised at the gala will help support the 2018 Beach Park Summer Concerts Season and the 2018-2020 Art on Poverty Bay Outdoor Sculpture Gallery.

 

9th Annual Burien Jazz Walk

Multiple venues

Sat., Sept. 23, 3–11 p.m. Burien Arts Association’sAnnual Burien Jazz Walk (formerly known as Highline Classic Jazz Festival) returns to venues along S.W. 152nd St. Five music stages, plus vintage jazz films at The Tin Theater, will present jazz from the early days of Dixieland to the Swing bands of the

1930’s to the Cool sounds of the 1960’s.  Also included—Acoustic Blues, American Roots and World Jazz. Visit www.burienjazz.com/ for more info.

 

Des Moines Waterfront
Farmers Market

Des Moines Marina 

22307 Dock Ave. S.

Every Sat., June–Sept., 10 a.m–2 p.m. and every Wed., July–Aug., 4–8 p.m. Come shop by the sea at the Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market. Located right on the water  at the Des Moines Marina featuring a wide range of vendors from local farms to artisans and music, plus enjoy prepared foods from a variety of Food Trucks while watching all the boating activities. 

 

Boulevard Park Library June events

12015 Roseberg Ave. S.

206.242.8662

June 1–Aug. 31 Summer Reading for ALL AGES! School is out, but summer fun and learning now lasts all summer and for ALL AGES! Head to KCLS libraries for fun, free events and activities to keep the whole family reading, learning and discovering new interests. For details, visit any KCLS library or kcls.org.

 

Brat Trot & Bavarian Festival 

152nd, between 10th and 12th

Sun., Oct. 1, 11 a.m. Highline Schools Foundation is putting on Brat Trot & Bavarian Festival. The Burien Brat Trot is a flat and fast 5K and one mile race through the streets of Burien followed by the best street party around—Bavarian Festival. This fest includes beer gardens, live bands, pretzels, sausage, beer fraus, bouncy toys, and food trucks. Bavarian Fest kicks off at 11 a.m. and runs all day. The 5K run begins at 1 p.m. followed by the 1 mile fun at 2 p.m. Information and registration for both runs is available at www.burienbrattrot.com. Questions can be sent to racedirector@burienbrattrot.com.

 

Burien Drinking Liberally

Angelo's Restaurant

601 S.W. 153rd St.

Fourth Thurs. of the month any time from 6:30 p.m. onward in the DaVinci room. An informal, inclusive progressive social group. Raise your spirits while you raise your glass, and share ideas while you share a pitcher. Drinking Liberally gives like-minded, left-leaning individuals a place to talk politics. You don't need to be a policy expert—just come and learn from peers, trade jokes, vent frustration and hang out in an environment where it's not taboo to talk politics.

 

Adult Ping Pong

Burien Community Center

14600 - 6th Ave. S.W.

Every Tues. and Fri., 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. You are invited to play pong for fun and exercise, All skill levels are welcome.

 

Living Organized

Southminster Presbyterian Church

19834 8th Ave. S.

Every Wed., 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. We are a group of adults who have been challenged by disorganization and clutter. We are not affiliated with any denomination or institution. There are no dues or fees to attend our meetings. We collaborate with each other to develop solutions that will help us live with dignity. Because all of our members have had a problem with disorganization, there is no shame in attending our meeting. Our learning material includes books, movies, newspaper articles, personal stories, active listening and discussion. We offer: non-judgmental support, an opportunity to express your own frustration, the courage to declutter, acceptance of who you are. For more information contact Elizabeth at 206.248.2922.

Messies Anonymous

Southminster Presbyterian Church

19834 8th Ave. S.

Every Wed., 10:30 a.m.–Noon. Messies Anonymous is a free self-help group for people who have too much clutter in their home and life. Join us as we learn the way to live with dignity.  Our process also works for those who are downsizing. Call Elizabeth at 206.248.2922 for more information.

 

Water District Board Meeting

King County Water District Office

12606 1st Ave. S.

First and third Wed. of each month, 10 a.m. The Board of Commissioners of King County Water District 20 meets the first and third Wed.of each month. Call 206.243.3990 for more info.

 

Join the Burien Lions 

Angelo’s Restaurant

601 S.W. 153rd St.

Every Wed., Noon–1 p.m. Join us and help reach out to those in need in our community. Come participate in our community projects helping make Burien a better place for all. On the first Wed. of each month, we hold an evening meeting; while the weather is warm—from now through September—at 6 p.m. at the 913 Restaurant in the outdoor area, 913 S.W. 152nd St. For more information call 206.433.0715.

 

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