Food Waste Reduction Workshop
2025-04-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
How To Reduce Wasted Food and Save Money
Join us for a fun, interactive class to learn how to maximize your food through proper storage, label reading, and innovative recipes. All participants will receive a kit from City of Tukwila to take home that will help reduce wasted food at home, including a food storage guide. All are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration preferred; walk-ins welcome
✔️ Click below link to register.

Saturday, April 12 2 pm – 3 pm
Tukwila Library – 14380 Tukwila International Blvd
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Tuesday, May 13 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S

Free Financial Basics: Understanding Credit Workshop
2025-04-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Learn how to navigate the U.S. financial system through this finance education series at the library.
Session 3 will focus on credit. Learn how to build credit and how to check their credit score.
Registration not required. Walk-ins welcome but space is limited.
In partnership with Seattle Credit Union.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Free Swim Lessons - Multiple Locations - Week of Apr 7 and Apr 14
2025-04-14 08:00 - 17:00
No More Under & YMCA are offering free swim lessons for new & beginner swimmers (ages 5-18). Other locations available.
✔️ Register now: bit.ly/seattlefreeswim
See flyer for more information: tinyurl.com/zpxakute
Matt Griffin YMCA (SeaTac)April 7 – April 11 – 12-1:30 PM Must attend all 5 days – includes a free swim cap & goggles!
(Also available at other locations the following week – Apr 14 – Apr 18)

WorkSource Job & Resume Assistance
2025-04-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-20 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Stop by Worksource tabling in the library for assistance with your resume, preparing for interviews, finding job fairs or exploring your career options.
For ages 13 and older. Registration not required.

Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

✔️ CLICK HERE FOR OTHER DATES: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/677dd84c8fc0a3280014a60c

King County Hazardous Waste Management Tips & Resources
2025-04-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Get tips and resources for a healthier living environment!
The King County Hazardous Waste Management Program will have a table at the library. They will share information on how to protect your home and family from toxic chemicals.
Learn how to identify hazardous products, choose safer alternatives and properly dispose of household hazardous waste. Get tips and resources for a healthier living environment!
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.
For updates on event: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/67e483ea5d951f36000fdc27

Free Green Cleaning Workshop
2025-04-27 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
How to Make Your Own Non-Toxic Cleaners
Learn easy recipes to make your own safer cleaners using common household items. Learn how to shop for healthier choices. All attendees will make a recipe and receive a safer cleaning kit and recipe set from City of Tukwila to take home! All are welcome. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Class is FREE.
Registration preferred; walk-ins welcome.
SUNDAY, APRIL 27 2 pm–3 pm
Tukwila Library – 14380 Tukwila International Blvd
✔️ Click here to register.
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THURSDAY, MAY 8 6:30 pm–7:30 pm
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
✔️ Click here to register.

Cooking to Prevent Food Waste Workshop
2025-04-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-29 13:30 - 15:30 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
The average family of four throws away about $1,500 each year on wasted food. Join us at a free cooking class to learn how to make the most of your groceries! We will make and taste together some surprising treats that are yummy, nutritious, and reduce food waste! Meal planning, proper food storage, and using all parts of the food that we buy all play a real part in saving our landfills while saving us money! Ages 16+
REGISTRATION REQUIRED DUE TO LIMITED SPACE
✔️ Click on below date to register.
Monday, April 28 6 p.m.–8 p.m.
Tuesday, April 29 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

King County Metro Youth Transit Summer Internship Opportunity - Due on May 11
2025-04-29 17:00, 2025-05-04 17:00, 2025-05-06 17:00, 2025-05-11 17:00 | Virtual/Online, United States
2025 King County Metro Youth Transit Summer Internship Application

Program dates: July 14–August 1, 2025
Applications due: Sunday, May 11, 11:59 p.m.
Virtual interviews: May 27–30
Offers made: During or before week of June 9Thank you for your interest in applying for the King County Metro’s Youth Transit Summer Internship. This program is an opportunity for individuals ages 15–18 to learn and create collaboratively on public transit projects related to sustainability, planning, and other topics. The program will involve field trips, skill-building workshops, student projects, and a collaborative art piece.Please take your time filling out the open-ended questions so we can fully understand your interest in this program. Students selected to participate will have a demonstrated interest in topics related to community, leadership, transportation, sustainability, or other relevant subject areas.
Students who live, work, study, and/or play in the Skyway, Renton, and/or Tukwila areas are highly encouraged to apply.
Commitment: Participants must be available Monday–Friday, 9am to 3pm, July 14 through August 1.
Location: Downtown Renton (exact details will be provided to participants)
Compensation: Participants will be compensated $21 an hour.

✔️ CLICK HERE TO APPLY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KCMintern
Email MetroYouth@kingcounty.gov with any questions. Please use the subject line “Summer Internship – [your name]”

Free CPR/AED or CPR/First Aid Training
2025-05-08 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-25 15:00 - 19:00 | Multiple locations, Tukwila
Participants who do not require a certification card, may attend the class at no cost. Multiple locations available.
✔️ To register, visit tinyurl.com/yjuv93be.

Certification fees:
CPR/AED: $30
First Aid: $30
CPR/AED & First Aid: $60

King County Fire Diversity & Recruitment Workshop
2025-05-10 08:00 - 15:30 | Green RIver College, 12401 SE 320th St, Auburn, WA, 98092
Join the King County Fire Chiefs Association (KCFA) Diversity & Recruitment Workshop, hosted by Valley Regional Fire Authority, to learn everything you need to know about starting and maintaining a rewarding career in Fire, EMS, and other first response or public health opportunities. This event is completely FREE and designed to help potential candidates be successful in the pre-hiring, hiring, training, and career segments of their professional journey.
The classes covered in this workshop include:

Firefighter written exam preparation
Oral board interview preparation
Wellness and fitness requirements and preparation
Psych and background check expectations and preparation
A Day in the Life of a first responder
Networking with firefighters

** Breakfast and lunch are generously sponsored by King County EMS.
✔️ REGISTER HERE: https://www.kingcountyfirechiefs.org/event-details/recruitmentworkshop
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There will be numerous opportunities to meet one-on-one with agencies from across the region throughout the event, including fire service agencies, EMS agencies, 911 communication agencies, and public health agencies.
There will be firefighters or staff from every agency participating in the event, from all backgrounds and levels of their organization, who are looking to connect with participants to provide ongoing mentorship throughout the hiring process and beyond. This event is especially welcoming of underserved persons in our industry – including women, people of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, bilingual adults and those with little to no experience in or around the fire service. We want you to know that you have a place in the fire service, and our agencies want to help you succeed!
So, be sure to seize this opportunity to jump-start a very rewarding career and be prepared to take advantage of the opportunity to make connections with fire service leaders from around the region.

Free Water Safety Event at Tukwila Pool
2025-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Tukwila Pool, 4414 S 144th St, Tukwila, 98188
Kick off swim season with a free, family-friendly water safety event!

Learn essential skills, watch safety demos, and explore different water programs. Enjoy fun games, CPR practice , kayaking , lifejacket giveaways , and so much more!

Stay safe, stay smart, and have fun in the water!

Link to Register: https://tukwilapool.org/events/

Workforce Discovery Lab for Tukwila School Students Due May 31
2025-05-30 23:30 | Virtual/Online, United States
We’ve been out at Highline and Tukwila high schools all month sharing info about the 2025 Workforce Discovery Lab, and now it’s your FINAL week to apply!

Deadline: May 31 at 11:59PM

Open to students entering grades 9–12 in Tukwila School District.
FREE program + $500 stipend
August 11–15 | Career tours, masterclasses, networking, and more!

If you started your application, make sure to submit it before it’s too late! This one week could change your future.

https://tinyurl.com/SSCCWDL2025

Emergency Medical Services Training Application Due by July 3
2025-06-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual/Online, United States
King County Emergency Medical Services Program Application

This is the application to be considered for the FREE Fall 2025 Cohort for the King County STAR program. This is a 12 week EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) course that will begin in the Fall of 2025. Class days are Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 10 pm, and all day Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm (subject to change pending Instructor). Applications are due July 3rd, 2025. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Before applying, please review the requirements to be eligible to start the program.
This application has two components. Equal weight is put on (1) completing the questions and (2) the essay component. Please take some time and give careful consideration to your essay response, this will help us in selecting the best candidates for the STAR program.
If for whatever reason you are unable to complete this online form and would like a PDF version to email, please contact star@kingcounty.gov
For your reference, these requirements are listed below.
A High School Graduate or G.E.D.
At least 18 years of age before the start of class
Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License
Must be able to provide transportation to and from class and clinical site
Be CPR Certified*
Must pass a criminal background investigation
Must be current on selected immunizations
*Training will be provided prior to the beginning of class.

To apply, visit tinyurl.com/4tm25kwh.

Medicare Workshop at Tukwila Library
2025-08-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
In this presentation, you’ll learn about all parts of Medicare so you can make an informed decision about your Medicare choices.
We’ll discuss…
· Medicare A, B, C, and D
· Enrollment
· Medicare benefits and options
· Medigaps (supplemental plans) and Medicare Advantage plans
· Help paying for Medicare
· Medicare fraud
This event will be presented by Denise, a Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program volunteer. SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential assistance with Medicare health care choices. Solid Ground is your local SHIBA sponsor.
Registration not required.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.

Suitable for:
Adults (Ages 55 and older)

Free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training - Registration Opens
2025-08-18 17:00, 2025-09-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual/Online, United States
Make a difference in your community! Registration for the Fall 2025 CERT training session will open . What is CERT? CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team. If a disastrous event overwhelms or delays our professional responders, CERT-trained individuals can assist others by applying the basic response and organizational skills that they have learned during this training until help arrives.

Classes are taught by members of Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority and are FREE of charge.

The next CERT session will begin , . For each class, there will be an afternoon session from 1:00-4:30 pm or an evening session from 6:00-9:30 pm.

For more information and to register, please visit https://pugetsoundfire.org/…/community-emergency…/

Safer Cleaning & Disposal Workshop
2025-09-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Join us for a free workshop to learn how to:

Spot hazardous cleaning products
Choose safer alternatives
Safely dispose of household chemicals

You’ll leave with practical tips and resources to help create a safer, healthier home for you and your family.
Workshop will be conducted in English only. Spots are limited.
✔️ Register now by visiting tinyurl.com/4f3j2xsc or call Tukwila Community Center at 206-768-2822.
Hosted by City of Tukwila and Hazardous Waste Management Program.
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UPCOMING FREE TUKWILA EVENTS:
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HOW TO REDUCE WASTED FOOD & SAVE MONEY
September 16
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
PAINT COLLECTION EVENT
September 27
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
MATTRESSES & BOX SPRINGS RECYCLING DROP-OFF EVENT
October 11
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
4 units per vehicle limit. Must be dry & free of bed bugs.
For more details, contact Recycle@TukwilaWA.gov or 206-431-2445.
