City of Tukwila

Entry Level Firefighter Registration is Open
2025-07-29 17:00, 2025-08-05 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
– registration for 2026 is open for the WA Fire Careers partner agencies: Enumclaw Fire Department, King County Fire District 20, Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority, Renton Regional Fire Authority and Valley Regional Fire Authority.

To register, visit the National Testing Network, select Firefighter in the “Find Jobs” drop-down menu, select “Washington”, and then select WA Fire Careers partner agencies (look for Enumclaw – our first agency on our list). This will register you automatically for our five partner fire departments for the price of a single test!

WA Fire Careers is running a continuous recruitment process for entry level firefighters in anticipation of upcoming recruitment academies. The recruitment will remain open, and WA Fire Careers will be pulling scores on , , in anticipation of the February 2026 academy.

To learn more about each fire department, our testing and hiring process, and the schedule, visit each department’s websites or our WA Fire Careers site: https://pugetsoundfire.org/psfra/jobs/entry-level-firefighter/

Free Lunch Program for Ages 1-18 - LUNCH 11:30 am - 12:30 pm & SNACK 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
2025-07-30, 2025-07-31, 2025-08-01, 2025-08-04, 2025-08-05, 2025-08-06, 2025-08-07, 2025-08-08 and 2 more dates | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
In partnership with the City of Seattle, we are pleased to offer the FREE Summer Lunch Program. Bagged lunches will available on a first come, first served.
JULY 1 – AUGUST 23
MONDAY THRU FRIDAY
LUNCH 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
SNACK 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
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TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER – 12424 42nd Ave S

Tukwila Village Farmers Market
2025-07-30 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-06 15:00 - 19:00 | Tukwila Village, 14350 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Global to Local’s Food Innovation Network and IRC’s New Roots program joined forces to bring fresh, cultural produce to a low-food access neighborhood where the produce is grown by and for immigrant communities. The Tukwila Village Farmers Market’s origin dates back to 2018 when it was operating as a single farm stand – the Namaste Farm Stand, named after IRC’s Namaste Community Garden based in Tukwila. As New Roots gained access to farmland in Kent in 2021, existing and new growers gained opportunity to increase their production, in turn growing the number of beginning farmers participating at the market. In 2025, IRC New Roots took on sole management of the market after Global 2 Local closed its doors. The Tukwila Village Farmers Market prioritizes food access for SNAP users and encourages its vendors to offer SNAP-eligible products.
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2025 Vendors
Farm & Food Vendors
Namuna Garden, DuMonde, KEZAMA, Apple Guy, New Roots Farm Stand, Taste of Congo, Diane’s Dreamy Delights, T’s Messy Potatoes,
Artisans & Services

AK Art and Calligraphy, Horizoning Cleaning Services LLC, Dress African, C’s & Bees, Toussaint Naturals

Interested in joining the market family? We will continue accepting vendor applications on a rolling basis as space allows. APPLY →

Community Organizations – Tabling
Reach out to the Market Contact and we’ll get you scheduled!
Program
SNAP-Ed
June 25-August 13
Enjoy free delicious samples featuring local produce and easy recipes prepared by the SNAP-Ed team!
WIC Clinic Pop-Up
June 25
Get help signing up for or redeeming benefits for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, including Cash Value Benefits (CVB or commonly referred to as the Fresh Fruits & Vegetables Program) and the Farmers Market Nutrition Program.

Seawolves Youth Camps & Clinics
2025-07-31 08:00 - 17:00 | WA
The Seattle Seawolves will be hosting camps and clinics to learn and advance your rugby skills.
Ages 6 to 18 years old.
Start in August so pre-register now.
For information and to pre-register, visit tinyurl.com/szjp4nr4.

Free Mobile Hazardous Waste Disposal in Des Moines
2025-08-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Midway Elementary School, 22447 24th Ave S, Des Moines
The King County Wastemobile operates from February through October each year.
Disposal at the Wastemobile is available on the dates listed from 10 am to 5 pm.
There is no fee for hazardous waste disposal. Marine flares are not accepted at the traveling Wastemobile.

Hazardous wastes accepted at the Wastemobile

Limit 50 gallons per residential customer per trip (25 gallon limit for gas, oil, and antifreeze).
Limit 25 gallons per business customer per trip.
No containers larger than 5 gallons.
For larger quantities or unusual waste, call us at 206-296-4692.

AUG 1, 2 & 3 – Midway Elementary School – 22447 24th Ave S, Des Moines
SEP 26, 27 & 28 – Fred Meyer – 14300 1st Ave S, Burien
OCT 17, 18 & 19 – McLendon Hardware – 440 Rainier Ave, Renton
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** For more information and locations, visit: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dnrp/waste-services/hazardous-waste-program/wastemobile

Summer Reading Challenge
2025-08-02 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-09 11:00 - 18:00 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Join us from June 7 to August 31 for our all-new Summer Reading Program – Curious Creatures.
This program, for ages 17 years and younger, celebrates the curiosity of learning.
Pick up your Curious Creature Welcome Kit. Complete your reading goals to win prizes. Enjoy events at your local library all summer long.
Participants can sign up at their local library or online starting Saturday, June 7.
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Give Blood to Save 3 Lives
2025-08-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Bloodworks Donation Center, 660 SW 39TH ST #100, Renton
You’re the type to help save lives.
DONATE BLOOD WITH BLOODWORKS AND FILL OUT THE ENTRY FORM TO WIN A BIG PRIZE THIS MONTH!
Every two seconds in the United States, someone needs blood. No matter who you are, you can help. Here are what types of blood we most urgently need right now.
Your donation is critical! To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-398-7888.
Click here for more information and to schedule an appointment online.

BLOODWORKS DONATION CENTER
660 SW 39TH ST #100, RENTON (1 block from IKEA)

You can also donate umbilical cord blood after the birth of your baby to save a life.
Click here for information.

Farmers Market & Weekend Concert Series
2025-08-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Tukwila Parks & Recreation will launch a new Sunday Farmers Market this July. Come buy fresh produce, eat delicious food, attend an afternoon concert, and more!
Interested in becoming a vendor? Complete our Vendor Interest Form.
Make sure to stop by this summer!
Tukwila Farmers Market & Weekend Concert Series
Sundays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
July 20
August 3, 17 & 31
September 7
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Peanut Butter & Jam @ The Splash Pad
Kid-centric Fun on Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
July 10 & 24
August 7 & 21
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Movie in the Park & Evening Concert Series
Fridays, 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
August 8 & 22
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, August 23
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Westfield Southcenter Mall – 2800 Southcenter Mall

Explore more summer fun at https://tukwilawa.gov/SummerEvents
(PRINT TUKWILA FARMERS MARKET POSTER)

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)

National Night Out
2025-08-05 17:00 - 20:00 | WA
Hold a neighborhood block party and get to know your neighbors on this annual National Night Out Day.

Westfield Mall National Night Out BBQ Event
2025-08-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Westfield Southcenter Mall
Join us for a fun-filled evening of community connection at National Night Out with the Tukwila Police Department! This annual event is all about building stronger neighborhoods and fostering positive relationships between residents and local law enforcement.
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
2800 Southcenter Mall, Level 1 Resource Center (next to Duke’s)
👮‍♂️ Meet your Tukwila PD officers
🔥 Enjoy a delicious BBQ—burgers, hot dogs, and more!
🎉 Family-friendly activities, games, and giveaways

For more information, visit tinyurl.com/5n923byf.

Peanut Butter & Jam @ the Splash Pad
2025-08-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Tukwila Community Center Spray Park, 12424 42nd Avenue South, Tukwila, 98168
Tukwila Parks & Recreation is hosting many summer events to get your children outdoors and enjoy fresh air while having a lot of fun at the same time.
Make sure to stop by this summer!

Peanut Butter & Jam @ The Splash Pad
Kid-centric Fun on Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
July 10 & 24
August 7 & 21
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Movie in the Park & Evening Concert Series
Fridays, 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
August 8 & 22
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Tukwila Farmers Market & Weekend Concert Series
Sundays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
July 20
August 3, 17 & 31
September 7
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, August 23
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Westfield Southcenter Mall – 2800 Southcenter Mall

Explore more summer fun at https://tukwilawa.gov/SummerEvents
(PRINT TUKWILA FARMERS MARKET POSTER)

Museum of Flight - Free Admission 5pm-9pm
2025-08-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Museum of Flight, 9404 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE.
Enjoy the Museum’s Great Gallery, Personal Courage Wing, Simonyi Space Gallery, Aviation Pavilion and more from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The Museum Store and Café also remain open for extended hours.
Each month, we host local aerospace and technology organizations to:

Share their resources and services
Showcase their cutting edge technologies and 21st century skills
Provide innovative and interactive hands-on experiences.

In addition, we offer opportunities for visitors and families to engage with:

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Experience aerospace topics in fun and surprising ways with our popular family workshops.

Reservations are not required. Arrive anytime* between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM. *If you arrive before 5:00 PM, you will need to purchase admission.

Delta Air Lines is the 2024 Sponsor of Free First Thursdays

Free Movie in the Park & Evening Concert Series
2025-08-08 19:00 - 23:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Tukwila Parks & Recreation is hosting many summer events to get your children outdoors and enjoy fresh air while having a lot of fun at the same time.
Make sure to stop by this summer!
Movie in the Park & Evening Concert Series
Fridays, 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
August 8 & 22
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Tukwila Farmers Market & Weekend Concert Series
Sundays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
July 20
August 3, 17 & 31
September 7
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Peanut Butter & Jam @ The Splash Pad
Kid-centric Fun on Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
July 9 & 23
August 6 & 20
Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave S
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Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, August 23
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Westfield Southcenter Mall – 2800 Southcenter Mall

Explore more summer fun at https://tukwilawa.gov/SummerEvents
(PRINT TUKWILA FARMERS MARKET POSTER)

Free State Park Day
2025-08-09 05:00 - 20:00 | WA
The Washington State Discover Pass Program has designated 12 Discover Pass free days for 2025.
On these days, visitors will not need a Discover Pass to park a vehicle at a Washington state park or on lands managed by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
The 2025 Discover Pass free days are:
Wed., Jan. 1 – New Year’s Day and First Day Hikes
Mon., Jan. 20 – Martin Luther King Junior Day
Sun., March 9 – Billy Frank Junior’s Birthday
Wed., March 19 – State Parks’ 112th Birthday
Tues., April 22 – Earth Day
Sat., June 7 and Sun., June 8 – Free Fishing Weekend
Thurs., June 19 – Juneteenth
Sat., Aug. 9 – Smokey Bear’s Birthday
Sat., Sept. 27 – National Public Lands Day
Fri., Oct. 10 – World Mental Health Day
Mon., Nov. 11 – Veterans Day

More on the free days
New Year’s Day, the first free day of 2025, provides people the opportunity to participate in Washington State Parks’ annual First Day Hikes event. First Day Hikes is a national initiative led by America’s State Parks, encouraging people to ring in the new year surrounded by nature. Last year, more than 1,700 participants hiked, biked and snowshoed 2,907.2 trail miles at Washington state parks. Distance and rigor vary from park to park, but all hikes aim to create a fun experience for the whole family.
Billy Frank Jr. (1931-2014), a member of the Nisqually Indian Tribe, was a powerful voice leading up to the 1974 Boldt Decision that followed Washington’s “Fish Wars.” He fought tirelessly to affirm the Tribes’ fishing treaty rights. Frank was also the former chair of the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission. His lifelong dedication to protecting endangered salmon and restoring justice for the Nisqually Indian Tribe helped shape Washington’s environmental laws and expand treaty rights for Native Americans nationwide.
Juneteenth has been celebrated in Black communities since June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas learned they were free. The news reached them two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth became an official federal holiday in 2021.
New this year is a free day celebrating Smokey Bear’s birthday.
“For decades Smokey Bear has emphasized the importance of fire safety to our communities with his central message: Only You Can Prevent Wildfires,” Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz said. “As folks are enjoying Washington’s public lands on Discover Pass free days next year, and especially on Smokey’s birthday, I hope that they’ll keep his mission in mind and recreate responsibly.”
National Public Lands Day was established in 1994 and is held annually on the fourth Saturday in September. It celebrates the connection between people and green spaces in their communities, inspiring environmental stewardship and encouraging the use of open space for education, recreation and health benefits.
World Mental Health Day was designated as a free day to acknowledge the power of nature to restore mental health. Studies show time spent in nature boosts serotonin, dopamine and vitamin D and lowers blood pressure and cortisol levels, helping our bodies combat stress.
About the Discover Pass
State land free days align with 2011 legislation that created the Discover Pass, which costs $30 to $35 annually, or $10 to $11.50 for a one-day visit, depending on the point of purchase. The pass is required to park on state lands managed by Parks, DNR and WDFW. Purchasing a Discover Pass helps all three agencies preserve and conserve public lands for future generations. The Discover Pass legislation directed all three agencies to designate up to 12 free days when the pass would not be required to visit state-managed lands.
The free days do not apply to Sno-Parks. During the winter season, November through April, visitors to Sno-Parks will need a Sno-Park permit. These permits are available for purchase online or from vendors throughout the state. For more information about winter recreation permit requirements, visit Parks’ website.
