FREE Dr. Seuss Night
2017-03-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Bouncers, arts & crafts, food, games….and much more!
Join us as we celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday!
The Cat in the Hat will make an appearance and you will receive a free book for being a part of the celebration!

City Council Work Session - Housing Policy
2017-03-30 18:00 - 20:30 | City Hall – Council Chamber, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Background materials and agenda for this City Council Work Session can be found HERE.

5K Run & Walk and Restoration Event
2017-04-29 09:00 - 11:00 | WA
HEALTHY EARTH, HEALTHY YOU 5K RUN & WALK
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to Tukwila for some GOOD, HEALTHY, FUN – for YOU and the EARTH! Participate in the 5K Fun Run & Walk along the beautiful Green River Trail. Once you’ve raised your heart rate, participate in our ongoing restoration efforts along the Green River Trail – plant a tree or shrub in honor of your dedication to caring for your health as well as the health of our planet.

For more information, contact Shannon Fisher at Shannon.fisher@tukwilawa.gov or (206) 768-2822.

Duwamish Gardens Dedication
2017-05-13 09:00 - 09:45 | Duwamish Gardens, 11269 East Marginal Way South, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Beginning at 9:00 a.m. the Duwamish Gardens Project, located at 11269 East Marginal Way South, will be recognized as a salmon habitat restoration site and public park. The site provides critical shallow water habitat essential to the survival of juvenile salmon. The park likes within the transition zone, where marine water mixes with fresh water. Spending time in brackish water is critical for young salmon to make the physiological changes necessary to live in salt water as they migrate to Puget Sound. Interpretive signs and art work tell the story of people who lived on and around the site, including Native Americans who made the river home for millennia, and share the importance of undertaking habitat projects. Mike Perfetti, City of Tukwila Habitat Project Manager, said “Duwamish Gardens provides nearly an acre of shallow water habitat for salmon where they can feed on insects and invertebrates that live among the vegetation, and in the mud and beneath stones. The park gives Tukwila residents and visitors throughout the region a place to access and appreciate the hidden beauty and potential of this important urban river. People can launch a kayak, raft, or canoe, or walk the shoreline trail with outstanding views of the river and beautiful surrounding hills.” Funding partners for this project include King Conservation District, King County Flood Control District, Puget Sound Partnership, Salmon Recovery Funding Board, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO), and WRIA 9: Green/Duwamish and Central Puget Sound Watershed. Note, the naming process for this park is not yet complete, the temporary name for references is Duwamish Gardens Project.
Following the Duwamish Gardens Project dedication, the City of Tukwila will recognize another project at Duwamish Hill Preserve. The Duwamish Hill Preserve Phase II dedication will begin at 10:00 a.m. and is a quick walk across the street from Duwamish Gardens.
May 13th is also the 17th annual Backyard Wildlife Festival, held at the Tukwila Community Center. The festival offers a full day of gardening experts, speakers, education exhibitors, arts and craft vendors, and a fine arts show. Attendees will leave feeling inspired to create backyard wildlife environments that will supports bees, butterflies, and native birds. For more information: www.backyardwildlifefestival.org
A shuttle bus will be providing transportation between the Tukwila Community Center and the dedication events beginning at 8:15 a.m. through 11:15 a.m. For more information, please call 206-767-2342.

2017 Recycling Collection Event
2017-05-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Foster High School, 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, 98188
Join us for the 2017 Residential Recycling Collection Event at Foster High School from 9 am to 3 pm on May 13, 2017. This event is for Tukwila Residents only (please bring proof of residency). Rain barrels and compost bins will be available for sale. See the event flyer for more information.

Duwamish Hill Preserve Phase II Dedication
2017-05-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Duwamish Hill Preserve, 3800 S 115th St, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Duwamish Hill Preserve’s Phase II dedication will begin at 10:00 a.m. and is a quick walk across the street from Duwamish Gardens (Duwamish Gardens dedication begins at 9:00 a.m.). Phase II transformed 3.3 acres into a cultural landscape by highlighting five distinct lowland habitat areas – tule wetland, wet sedge meadow, camas prairie, garry oak savanna, and woodland. Habitat areas include native plants that were once used by Native Americans and continue to be used in traditional cultural practices today. A new art installation, Journey Through the Seasonal Rounds, highlights the Puget Sound Salish, cyclical changes, and serves as a gathering place for classes and storytelling. New trails, benches, and interpretive signs offer a glimpse into the region’s history. “The City is pleased to have worked with several committed partners to develop and complete Phase II. The outdoor exhibits are unique in an urban setting and honor our region’s cultural history. The seasonal round in the outdoor classroom is a site to behold and helps to connect people with nature’s rhythms,” says Dave Johnson, Parks and Recreation Manager for the City of Tukwila. Funders for this project include the Washington State Historical Society Heritage Capital Project Fund, Washington State Historical Society Heritage Capital Projects Fund, 4Culture – Cultural Facilities Grant, the King Conservation District, and the City of Tukwila.
Please park at the Tukwila Community Center and take the free shuttle, shuttles will operate from 8:15 – 11:15 am. Light refreshments will be provided.
The Backyard Wildlife Festival is also on May 13th from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more information regarding Backyard Wildlife please visit: https://www.facebook.com/BYWildlife/

Backyard Wildlife Festival
2017-05-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
The Backyard Wildlife Festival is a free, all-day event to educate and inspire people to welcome wildlife – such as birds and butterflies – into their backyards, gardens and communities! The event features presentations from local experts, along with a variety of educational exhibitors, arts & craft vendors, speakers, and native plant sales. Don’t leave kids at home, there is plenty to keep the entire family entertained and excited, like the Kids Garden Party area. This year’s schedule includes:
10:00 am: Backyard Wildlife Festival & Marketplace opens
10:00 am: Kid’s Garden Party Begins
10:00 am: Bird Tour with Rainier Audubon
11:00 am: Backyard Composting for Healthy Soil by Rowan Maya Lang
12:00 pm: Planting for Pollinators, Give Beauty and Bees a Chance by Marianne Binetti
1:30pm: Garden Talk with Ciscoe
This event is always held on the second Saturday in May at the Tukwila Community Center. For more information on the event follow us on Facebook. www.facebook.com/BYWildlife
Interested in vending or running an educational booth for 2017, sign up today: Vendor Applications
Also on May 13th are two special park dedication events, the City of Tukwila will celebrate the Duwamish Gardens Project and Phase II of Duwamish Hill Preserve. The Duwamish Gardens Project dedication will begin at 9:00 a.m. and is located at 11269 East Marginal Way in Tukwila; at 10:00 am the dedication for Duwamish Hill Preserve Phase II will begin – located a short walk across the street from Duwamish Gardens. A free shuttle will be offered, departing from the Tukwila Community Center (TCC) beginning at 8:15 am and will operate through 11:15 am. Return to TCC for the Backyard Wildlife Festival to enjoy speakers, food, shopping and more.

FREE Annual Clean Up Day
2017-06-09 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
Don’t miss Tukwila’s Annual Clean-Up! Instead of hauling your junk to the transfer station, bring it to your curb for disposal.
Single-family households must place their items at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Friday, June 9.

Items must be:
â€¢ bagged, bundled or boxed
â€¢ less that 3â€² by 3â€²
â€¢ less than 65 pounds
Appliances, furniture and large items will only be accepted if collection has been scheduled by June 8. To schedule pick-up of large items, please call Waste Management at 1-855-TUKWILA (885-9452).
PLEASE NOTE: You do not have to be a Waste Management customer to participate!
View the event flyer for details about items that will be accepted and those that won’t be picked up at TukwilaWA.gov/curbside.

Family 4th at the Fort
2017-07-04 09:00 - 22:30 | Fort Dent Park, 6800 Fort Dent Way, Tukwila, 98188
Family 4th @ Fort Dent
Bring your family and friends to Fort Dent Park for the City of Tukwila’s annual July 4th celebration! The park opens to the public at 9am, and event activities begin at 4:00pm. Free fun for the entire family includes: inflatable bouncers, slides, and an entertainment stage. Bring a picnic to share with family and friends or purchase food from one of the many food vendors that will be cooking on site. BBQ’s allowed in designated areas only. Claim a spot on the lawn for the day and stay to watch the fireworks display that begins 10:00pm sharp! Parking is limited, so be sure to come early. For more information, visit: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/community-events/family-4th-at-the-fort/

Cascade View Community Park Playground Work Party
2017-07-08 08:00 - 16:00 | Cascade View Park, 14211 37th Avenue South, Tukwila, 98188
WE’RE BUILDING A NEW PLAYGROUND AT CASCADE VIEW COMMUNITY PARK AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!
We need more than 150 volunteers from the Tukwila community to help give kids the childhood they deserve by building a new playground funded by Foresters Financial.

Saturday, July 8, 2017
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
CASCADE VIEW COMMUNITY PARK
14211 37th Ave. S, Tukwila, WA 98188

â€¢ Volunteers should be age 18+ and will assemble playground pieces, mix concrete, move mulch, help with food, play games with kids, and much more.
â€¢ Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and closed toe shoes; leave valuables at home.
â€¢ Youth activities provided.
â€¢ Gloves, goggles, breakfast, and lunch will be provided.
Play is central to a child’s ability to grow into a productive adult. Let’s ensure kids get the balance of play they need to thrive! Please join us and show that play matters to you.

RSVP to Stephanie at 206- 767-2342 or stephanie.gardner@tukwilawa.gov or visit the following link to register: www.tukwilawa.gov/kaboom
If you are unable to attend in person, we hope that you will show your support for the cause of play in Tukwila by joining the conversation online on July 8, 2017.

Bike Ride Event
2017-08-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Bicentennial Park, 7200 Strander Boulevard, Tukwila, 98188
We would like to invite you to Bike Ride next Thursday August 17th!
Our very own Transportation Outreach Intern, Mohamed, will be leading the ride! We ask that you arrive at Bicentennial Park by 12PM. We will venture down the Green River Trail and back up the Interurban Trail. This ride is for all levels, it is mostly flat, under 45 min, about 4 miles round trip! Please bring your bike and helmet.
If you do not have a bike we will have bikes available thanks to LimeBike- Seattle’s new Bike Share! If you would like to use a LimeBike please download the LimeBike app and sign up before you arrive!
Apple App: LimeBike
Android App: LimeBike

Questions: contact me at Mohamed.mohamud@tukwilawa.gov

Tukwila Kids Festival - FREE
2017-08-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Cascade View Park, 14211 37th Avenue South, Tukwila, 98188
Tukwila Kids Festival
The 2017 Tukwila Kids Festival will celebrate the new KaBOOM! playground at Cascade View Park. The free, family friendly afternoon will feature face painters, arts and craft activities, community organizations and local resources, and Tukwila Parks and Recreation’s very own Camp Tukwilly will return with entertainment as they showcase skits, singing talent, and dance moves at their annual talent show.
For more information please visit: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/community-events/tukwila-kids-festival/

24th Annual Tukwila Community Garage Sale
2017-08-19 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
Held throughout the city! The 24th Tukwila Community Garage Sale will take place on Saturday August 19, 2017. Save the date to hold a sale at your home at the same time as residents throughout Tukwila. Clean your closets, earn money, shop for bargains and meet your neighbors while you support reuse and recycling.
The City of Tukwila will advertise the Garage Sale event in community newspapers and online. You will also receive a yard sale kit with a small sign and helpful tips. See flyer: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/doc/287877/Electronic.aspx

For more information please email recycle@tukwilawa.gov or call (206) 433-7178.
The sale kit materials will be mailed out during the week of August 8th. Please do not expect them prior to the end of that week.

Sign-up for the Community Garage Sale: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/community-development/recycling-services/tukwila-community-garage-sale/
** Sign-ups will close on July 15. **

FREE Salmon Seeson Event
2017-09-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Codiga Park, 12535 50th Pl S, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Join us for a morning in the park celebrating the epic journey of the Green-Duwamish Salmon. Come and meet Shorline Stewards and learn about all 5 species of salmon that pass through Tukwila. There will be booths to learn about how you can help the salmon and get involved in sustaining healthy habitat in Tukwila. Plus live music, see you next to the river.
Please park at Tukwila Community Center, we will have a shuttle running every half hour to the park.
See Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/280250409122493

FREE Senior Health & Information Fair
2017-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Education for a Safer, Healthier and Happy Life.
Join us for a free health and information fair. Various vendors will be here to help you with your fitness, health, transportation, care giving, senior housing, medical, insurance, minor home repair, just to name a few needs.
There will be demonstrations, booths and free health screenings.

Socktober 5K Fest Fun Run & Walk - Cancelled
2017-10-07 07:00 - 14:00 | Foster Golf Links, 13500 Interurban Avenue South, Tukwila, 98168
Wear your craziest socks and help others by donating socks to the Spirit of Giving Campaign.
Spirit of Giving volunteers collect household items and gifts to be distributed to Tukwila families in need. Raffle tickets will be given to those wearing unique and crazy socks and a ticket for each pack of socks donated.
This course meanders through Foster Golf Links and along the beautiful Green River Trail. Sorry, no bikes, skates or skateboards will be allowed on the course. Baby jogger strollers are welcome, and dogs must be on a leash.
CHECK IN BEGINS 7:00 AM @ Foster Golf Links.
REGISTER ONLINE: tukwilawa.gov/onlineregistration

Open House - Police Explorers
2017-10-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Tukwila Police Station, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
We are looking for Explorers!!! What is an Explorer? An explorer is a youth between the ages of 14-20 who is interested in learning more about law enforcement while serving the community.

Explorers receive hands-on training and practical demonstrations in many aspects of law enforcement operations and tactics. Through these demonstrations and continued mentorship, youth are given the opportunity to become leaders in the community. They are provided with lifelong skills that will allow them to succeed in whatever career path they ultimately choose. Our explorer’s also participate in many events such as Special Olympics Tip-A-Cop, National Night Out, Shop With A Cop and many other community functions.
Explorers typically on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM at the Tukwila Police station located at 6200 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188.

Qualifications:
â€¢ Age 14-20
â€¢ If in high school, have a GPA of 2.0 or higher
â€¢ If already out of high school, you must be a high school graduate or have a GED
â€¢ Have no criminal convictions
â€¢ Be willing to serve the community

Autumn Harvest Carnival
2017-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Bring your friends dress up in your best costume, and join the fun! Ages 1-12. $2.00 per child.
GOULISH, HEALTHY, FUN!
Costume contest, Halloween crafts, games and much more!
Healthy dinner option available for purchase.

Veterans Day Celebration
2017-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Join the City of Tukwila in honoring our veterans and active service members, hosted by Councilmember Joe Duffie. Light breakfast and coffee available.

Senior Thanksgiving Dinner
2017-11-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for Seniors. Please contact Tukwila Community Center to sign-up.

FREE Clean Up Event
2017-12-02 08:30 - 15:30 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
In partnership with Waste Management, the City of Tukwila’s Clean Up Event allows residents to dispose of items: Electronic Waste, Scrap Metal, Large Appliances, Furniture, Cardboard Boxes and Yard Waste.

Church by the Side of the Road
3455 South 148th St.

Tukwila Community Center
12424 42nd Ave S.

See link for more information: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/weblink/1/edoc/295784/page.aspx

This event is sponsored by the City of Tukwila and Waste Management. Call 206-431-3670 for translation.

Council Chat
2018-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Foster Golf Links – Billy Baroo’s, 13500 Interurban Ave S, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Council Chats are an informal opportunity to meet with a member of the Tukwila City Council to talk about anything that’s on your mind regarding our community. Join Councilmember Kate Kruller at Billy Baroos on January 13, 2018.

Public Safety Committee
2018-01-16 17:30 - 19:00, 2018-02-05 17:30 - 19:00 | City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
The Public Safety Committee considers and provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to police, fire, municipal court, public safety facilities, animal control, and emergency services. Committee members are Chair Kathy Hougardy, Dennis Robertson, and Thomas McLeod.

Finance Committee
2018-01-17 17:30 - 19:00, 2018-02-06 17:30 - 19:00 | City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
This Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to financial management and fiscal operations of the City, personnel issues, library, information technology, and finance and administrative services. Members are Chair De’Sean Quinn, Dennis Robertson, and Kate Kruller.

Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
2018-01-22 17:30 - 19:00, 2018-02-12 17:30 - 19:00 | 6300 Building – Foster Conference Room, 6300 Southcenter Blvd Suite 100, Tukwila, WA
This Committee provides policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to transportation, traffic, streets, water, sewer, surface water, power, public works facilities, street lighting and signals, solid waste and recycling, river basins and levees, telecommunications and fleet. Members are Chair Thomas McLeod, De’Sean Quinn, and Zak Idan.

Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
2018-02-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Tukwila City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States

Community Development and Neighborhoods Committee
2018-02-13 17:30 - 19:00 | City Hall – Hazelnut Conference Room, 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
This Committee will provide policy recommendations on legislative matters relating to housing policies and programs, planning and land use, code enforcement, community engagement and outreach, parks, recreation facilities, economic planning and tourism, and human services. Committee members are Chair Kate Kruller, Kathy Hougardy, and Zak Idan.
