City of Tukwila

FREE Tax Preparation
2017-04-13 17:00 - 20:00, 2017-04-18 17:00 - 20:00, 2017-04-20 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Get your taxes done for FREE at Tukwila Community Center! No tax help March 20-26.
You can have your taxes prepared by IRS-certified volunteers through United Way of King County’s Free Tax Campaign. Along with tax preparation (including back-year taxes), you can get help with health care enrollment, credit report pulls, and access to other benefits.
United Way of King County is offering free tax preparation services in 27 locations throughout King County from January 9th through April 20th.
Households making under $64,000 can have their taxes prepared plus they can get connected to additional public benefits. OR, file your taxes online for free with UNITED WAY’S FREE TAX tool if your household makes under $64,000 at http://www.unitedway.org/myfreetaxes/
This community service is 100% FREE. No appointment is needed – walk-ins are welcome. Returns are e-filed and you’ll receive your refund fast!

For details on what to bring, languages spoke at the site, and to answer any other questions, visit www.uwkc.org/taxhelp or call 2-1-1.

FREE Section 8 Lottery Application Assistance
2017-04-14 16:30 - 18:30 | Cowlitz Tribal Health Services, 15455 65th Avenue South, Tukwila, 98188, United States
Computer Lab Application Assistance
KCHA has partnered with Cowlitz Tribal Health Services and Highline College to offer computer labs so that families without internet access can still apply. During these computer lab sessions, KCHA will have staff present to help families navigate the application process and answer questions that may arise.

Highline College – Building 30, room 311 2400 S 240th St, Des Moines, WA 98198
APRIL 11 – 4 pm – 7 pm
APRIL 13 – 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Cowlitz Tribal Health Services – 15455 65th Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98188
** Raffle! Food! Child care! For more info contact: Amanda Norberg (206) 721-5170 ext: 2328
APRIL 14 – 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Application process-

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE BY ACCESSING THE KCHA WEBSITE AT WWW.KCHA.ORG
STARTING WEDNESDAY APRIL 5 at 12:01 am through TUESDAY APRIL 18 at 4:00 pm.
Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions section at King County Housing Authority Section 8 Waiting List FAQs for further information.
There is NO advantage to submitting an application on the first day.
Only one application per household will be accepted.
Drawing-

After April 18th, a DRAWING will be held to determine random placement on the waiting list. Only the first 3,500 names drawn will receive a place on waiting list

Eligibility- applicants must meet all the following qualifications in order to be eligible:

Head of household must be over 18 years of age.
Household must contain at least one member who is disabled; or at least 62 years old; or under 18 years of age.
The household must be low-income.
The household must make less than 30% of the area median income (please refer to King County Housing Authority > Find a Home > Subsidized Housing > Eligibility for a detailed chart); or be homeless; or be living in substandard housing; or be paying more than 50% of income for rent and utilities.
Generally, the household cannot currently be living in government subsidized housing.

FRAUD WARNING: Agencies requesting a fee to assist you in applying are fraudulent. The application process is free and should only be accessed through our website. Please do not pay any agency who advertises guaranteed placement on the waiting list. Should you discover such an agency, please contact the King County Housing Authority Fraud Department at 206-214-1353.

FREE Tax Preparation
2017-04-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Get your taxes done for FREE at Tukwila Community Center. No tax help March 20-26.
You can have your taxes prepared by IRS-certified volunteers through United Way of King County’s Free Tax Campaign. Along with tax preparation (including back-year taxes), you can get help with health care enrollment, credit report pulls, and access to other benefits.
This community service is 100% free. No appointment is needed – walk-ins are welcome. Returns are e-filed and you’ll receive your refund fast!
For details on what to bring, languages spoke at the site, and to answer any other questions, visit www.uwkc.org/taxhelp or call 2-1-1.

Fundraising - Tukwila Historical Society
2017-04-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Odin Brewing Company, 402 Baker Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Encore presentation and slideshow of “Once & Future River: Reclaiming the Duwamish” book by Tom Reese and Eric Wagner.
There is limited space available and tickets will be available after Feb 1.
Food will be provided. There is no cost, but RSVP is required to attend.
Contact the Tukwila Historical Society at (206) 244-4478 or tukwilahistsociety@tukwilahistory.org for more information.

FREE BECU Shredding & eCycling Event
2017-04-22 09:00 - 13:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
FREE Shredding and eCycling Event for BECU Members
BECU members can safely destroy documents containing sensitive and personal information, as well as recycle unwanted TVs, computers, computer monitors, laptops and cell phones on Saturday, April 22. Bring your documents and electronics to one of three BECU locations below. While you’re packing up the car, grab non-perishable goods and help us support local food banks.

Is Free Really Free?
Pay nothing to shred up to three grocery bags or two banker boxes full of paper (limits strictly enforced) and recycling of TVs, CPUs, computer monitors, laptops, and cell phones. There may be a small fee to recycle any other items. BECU employees will be onsite to help members shred and eCycle. Documents will be destroyed by Shred-it, a professional document destruction service with a mobile shredding unit. For additional details regarding the electronic recycling service, visit E-Waste.

Check out results from October 22 event

BECU Tukwila Financial Center

12770 Gateway Drive, Tukwila, WA 98168
Saturday, April 22
9 AM – 1 PM or until trucks are full
Don’t forget your non-perishables – we will see you April 22!

BECU Federal Way Pavilions Neighborhood Financial Center at 31411 Pacific Hwy S
31411 Pacific Hwy S, Federal Way, WA 98003
Saturday, April 22
9 AM – 1 PM or until trucks are full

Find directions by visiting BECU Locations.

Duwamish Alive Work Party - Duwamish Hill Preserve
2017-04-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Duwamish Hill Preserve, 3800 S 115th St, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
IMPROVE HABITAT AT THE DUWAMISH HILL PRESERVE

Join hundreds of volunteers and come out to the Duwamish Hill Preserve to restore this very special area adjacent to Green-Duwamish! At the Duwamish Hill Preserve we will be tackling some invasive weeds, and spreading mulch to help native plants flourish through the summer! This is a great way to give back to your local community, and also is an awesome opportunity to meet some new faces, to get your hands dirty, and to get outside and connect with the Green-Duwamish River!

Interested in volunteering with us for Duwamish Alive? Please email Alex at aselvey@forterra.org so we know to expect you!

WHAT TO BRING: Please dress for the weather because we will be working rain or shine! Boots or comfortable athletic shoes, work clothes, appropriate layers for rain and sun. Volunteers should also bring a refillable water bottle; snacks and lunch will be provided, so make sure to stick around!
Restoration training, tools and gloves will also be provided. No experience necessary, so make sure to bring along your friends, family, and neighbors!
YOUTH VOLUNTEERS: If you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian, please come to the event with a Youth Waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Youth Waiver for Forterra Restoration Events can be found here.

Duwamish Alive Work Party - Duwamish Shoreline
2017-04-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Duwamish Shoreline, 12770 Gateway Drive, Tukwila, WA, United States
EARTH DAY – RESTORE YOUR RIVER AT THE DUWAMISH SHORELINE

Join hundreds of friends and neighbors at our annual spring Duwamish Alive! event along the Duwamish Shoreline behind BECU in Tukwila!
At the Duwamish Shoreline, we will be removing some invasive weeds that are choking out native plants and spreading mulch to continue to bring this location back to its former glory! While you’re here, keep an eye out for otter, osprey and other wildlife making their home along the river’s edge. This is a great way to give back to your local community, and is also an awesome opportunity to meet some new faces, to get your hands dirty, and to get outside and connect with the Green-Duwamish River!

Sign up for event here: https://forterra.org/event/duwamish-alive-shoreline-170422
Please email Alex at aselvey@forterra.org if you have questions!

WHAT TO BRING: Please dress for the weather because we will be working rain or shine! Boots or comfortable athletic shoes, work clothes, appropriate layers for rain and sun (including sunscreen).
** Volunteers should also bring a refillable water bottle; snacks and lunch will be provided. **
Restoration training, tools and gloves will also be provided. No experience necessary, so make sure to bring along your friends, family, and neighbors!

YOUTH VOLUNTEERS: If you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian, please come to the event with a Youth Waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Youth Waiver for Forterra Restoration Events can be found here.

SnackPack 1st Annual Auction Dinner
2017-04-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
LET NO CHILD GO HUNGRY IN TUKWILA!
6:00 pm – Silent Auction
7:00 pm – Live Auction and Dinner

Tickets on sale February 28. See link for more information and buy tickets: snackpackauction.site

Register for this very special event to raise funds needed to help the Tukwila Weekend SnackPack Program provide weekend food sacks to our impoverished students attending elementary school in the Tukwila School District.
You’ve been following us on Facebook, now meet the folks who have been working behind the scenes to provide this crucial service to our city’s children. Hear about the positive impact our program has had on their lives. Enjoy the live music of Lindstrom & Company, mingle with the leaders of our community, and dine on a sumptuous repast prepared for you by Chef Thong Ung.
Whether you quietly place your bid on items in the silent auction, or raise your paddle high in the live auction, or do both, we want you to come to the party.
Invite your friends, bring your family!
Spread the word!

Grand Opening - Tukwila Library
2017-04-29 09:30 - 18:00
Celebrate your new Tukwila Library!
The beautiful new building at the corner of 144th and Tukwila International Blvd will open for everyone on Saturday, April 29 at 9:30 AM.
Special performers and special activities will welcome everyone to enjoy the new space, new computers and new books!

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.

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/

EarthCorps Duwamish River Work Party
2017-05-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Join EarthCorps and the City of Tukwila as we work to improve the Duwamish River near the Tukwila Community Center. A healthy array of plants on the banks of the river is important for migrating and resident fish, birds and other wildlife. Currently, much of the Duwamish riverbank is covered in aggressive weeds that provide little to no shelter, shade or food for wildlife. A variety of native plants are also critical for filtering polluted rainwater that runs off of parking lots, roads and roofs. Not to mention the enjoyment people can get by sitting in the shade of a tree by the river! Please join us
The Basics
EarthCorps supplies gloves, tools, water and snack bars. We will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, forest health, and the importance of the work you will be doing. No experience necessary, just come ready to learn something new! This video may give you a better idea of what to expect.
For your safety and comfort please bring:

Clothing that can get dirty (because it will!)
Long pants and long sleeves (helps protect against prickly plants)
Sturdy shoes that can handle some mud (closed toed shoes are required: work boots, hiking boots, rubber boots, etc.)
Rain gear and warm layers (check the weather!)
Sack lunch and snacks (to refuel)
Full water bottle (we will have a jug on-site for re-fills)
Travel mug for tea/coffee

The event will happen rain or shine!
What will volunteers be doing at the event?
While the exact tasks can vary, our projects focus on improving the forests and parks in our local cities. Healthy and thriving forests are vital to our community because they absorb and filter rain water, produce clean oxygen, provide living spaces for wildlife, and create a place for people to connect with the outdoors.
In order to help create healthy forests, the work can include:

Removing aggressive weeds (like English Ivy or Himalayan Blackberry)
Maintaining areas where these weeds have been removed (weeding or spreading mulch)
Planting trees and shrubs during the rainy season (often ~Oct.-Feb.)

Groups
If you are coming as a group, the group leaders are expected to have an active role in our events. Please get in touch with volunteer@earthcorps.org before the event to make sure everything is in order. On the day of the event, make yourself known to the staff (in bright yellow vests) and arrive early in order to help guide your group members.
Youth Policy
Youth under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible adult. All volunteers between the ages of 14 and 17 that are not with a parent or guardian must bring a filled out Youth Waiver the day of the event.
Youth and school groups are welcome to attend; leaders should contact the Volunteer Team to take care of all necessary preparations.

** Sign Up March 11 10am-2pm Number of volunteer positions available: 14
** Sign Up May 13 10am-2pm Number of volunteer positions available: 15

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.

Bike Everywhere Day Celebration Station
2017-05-19 07:00 - 11:00 | Bicentennial Park, 7200 Strander Boulevard, Tukwila, 98188
Join us at the City of Tukwila’s Bike Everywhere Day Celebration Station 7am-11am this Friday May 19th at Bicentennial Park!
Stop by for coffee, donuts, fruit, granola bars, and some awesome bike swag and safety gear!

See flyer for more information and map of locations where bike racks will be installed: CAL 20170519 Bike Everywhere Event
State Wide Celebration Station Map Here: https://www.cascade.org/bikeeverywhereday

Forests of Tukwila Work Party
2017-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Duwamish Hill Preserve, 3800 S 115th St, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Volunteer in the Forests of Tukwila!

Come join us friends, neighbors, and volunteers along the Green-Duwamish river for a day of environmental service! At the Duwamish Hill Preserve we will be tackling some invasive weeds to help native plants as they wake up for Spring! This is a great way to give back to your local community, and also is an awesome opportunity to meet some new faces, to get your hands dirty, and to get outside and connect with the Green-Duwamish River!
What to bring: Please dress for the weather because we will be working rain or shine! Boots or comfortable athletic shoes, work clothes, appropriate layers for rain and sun. Volunteers should also bring a refillable water bottle. Restoration training, snacks, tools, and gloves will be provided. No experience necessary, so make sure to bring along your friends, family, and neighbors!
Youth volunteers: If you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian, please come to the event with a Youth Waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Youth Waiver for Forterra Restoration Events

To RSVP, email Alex Selvey at aselvey@forterra.org!

About the Property: In 2001, Forterra, the City of Tukwila, and a local citizen group formed a partnership to work for the preservation of an undeveloped parcel of land on the Duwamish River. The property will be managed as a public open space preserve devoted to the interpretation of the site’s Native American cultural significance and other aspects of Duwamish River Valley natural and cultural history. The Hill is culturally significant for its association with southern Puget Sound Salish oral tradition and history, as a key location in the stories collectively known as the “Epic of the Winds.”

FREE Green Tukwila Orientation
2017-06-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Learn About the Importance of Forests in Tukwila!

Are you interested in learning more about the importance of forests? A teacher looking to involve students in hands-on learning? How about a neighbor wanting to connect your community to a forest restoration project? Or maybe you are ready to become a Forest Steward and lead volunteer events with the Green Tukwila Partnership?
Then you should come to our Green Tukwila Orientation on June 3rd, which will be a great opportunity to learn more about the Green Tukwila Partnership and our effort to restore and care for 138 acres of Tukwila’s forests and greenspaces. You can also learn about opportunities to care for a local park or natural area by being trained as a Forest Steward. The event is open to anyone that wants to find out more about how groups and individuals can be a part of our vision!
To sign up for the Green Tukwila Orientation, and to learn more, please click HERE!

SnackPack Volunteer Appreciation Potluck
2017-06-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Foster Tukwila Presbyterian Church, 14401 56th Avenue South, Seattle, WA, United States
What a year! And YOU made it possible. Join with other volunteers to celebrate another outstanding year of service to our McKinney-Vento students at Tukwila’s elementary schools. Whether you worked in the storehouse, helped “Stuff the Bus”, solicited donations, picked up contributions from our public sites, created menus, picked food, assembled, delivered, or distributed SnackPacks, or were part of our outrageously successful auction, you are an important part of the team.
This is a great opportunity to connect with other volunteers and get the big picture of how many people it takes to feed 140 students each weekend. You will be amazed.
It’s potluck, so bring your favorite dish to share. And let’s party!!
See link to RSVP: https://www.evite.com/event/00EFVG3OPJX5S4S2OEPHG5MWNRZFEM/rsvp?utm_campaign=send_sharable_link&utm_medium=sharable_invite&utm_source=l.facebook.com

Summer Housing Information Session
2017-06-12 16:30 - 18:30 | Tukwila Library, 14380 Tukwila International Boulevard, Tukwila, WA, United States
Join us on June 12 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at the Tukwila Library to learn about rights and resources as you and your family prepare for your housing needs at the end of the school year.

Presented in partnership by the Tukwila School District, the City of Tukwila, the King County Bar Association, and the Tukwila Library. Presentations will include information from KCBA around tenant’s rights, the City of Tukwila Human Service resources, and Tukwila School District information.

Duwamish Hill Preserve Work Party
2017-06-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Duwamish Hill Preserve, 3800 S 115th St, Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Restore the Duwamish Hill Preserve!

Come join us friends, neighbors, and volunteers along the Green-Duwamish river for a day of environmental service! At the Duwamish Hill Preserve we will be tackling some invasive weeds to help native plants as they wake up for Spring! This is a great way to give back to your local community, and also is an awesome opportunity to meet some new faces, to get your hands dirty, and to get outside and connect with the Green-Duwamish River!
What to bring: Please dress for the weather because we will be working rain or shine! Boots or comfortable athletic shoes, work clothes, appropriate layers for rain and sun. Volunteers should also bring a refillable water bottle. Restoration training, snacks, tools, and gloves will be provided. No experience necessary, so make sure to bring along your friends, family, and neighbors!
Youth volunteers: If you are under 18 and attending the event without a parent or guardian, please come to the event with a Youth Waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Youth Waiver for Forterra Restoration Events
To RSVP, email Alex Selvey at aselvey@forterra.org!

About the Property: In 2001, Forterra, the City of Tukwila, and a local citizen group formed a partnership to work for the preservation of an undeveloped parcel of land on the Duwamish River. The property will be managed as a public open space preserve devoted to the interpretation of the site’s Native American cultural significance and other aspects of Duwamish River Valley natural and cultural history. The Hill is culturally significant for its association with southern Puget Sound Salish oral tradition and history, as a key location in the stories collectively known as the “Epic of the Winds.”

Teen Summer Kick-Off Festival
2017-06-21 11:30 - 15:30 | Foster High School Stadium, 4242 South 144th Street, Tukwila, 98168
Kick off the summer with a block party just for teens (grades 6 – 12) at the Foster High School Stadium from 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. A DJ will be playing teen’s favorite music throughout the afternoon. A BBQ, 4 on 4 basketball tournament, dodgeball, henna tattoos, vendors, inflatables, and the King County Library System will be onsite with their Game On program – all for FREE. This annual event for teens is one that should not be missed!
For more information about teen programs in Tukwila please visit: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/youth-teens/

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.

Fundraising - Foster Golf Invitational
2017-07-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Foster Golf Links, 13500 Interurban Avenue South, Tukwila, 98168
2017 Foster Invitational benefitting the Foster Caddie Program
The Foster Caddie Program started with the assistance and guidance of the Evans Scholar Foundation. More than 10,000 students have graduated from college as Evans Scholars. The scholarship pays for tuition and housing, with an average value of over $80,000 per student.
Our caddie program will be made up of primarily students from Foster High School. Students will be selected to join our program on the save evaluations used by the Evans Scholar Foundation.

Saturday, July 29, 2017
8:00 AM Start
Four – person Scramble
Includes: Green Fee, Cart, Lunch, and Prizes
Cost: Individual $75â€” Team $300

To Register, please email Foster Golf Links PGA Professional Warren Orr at warren.orr@tukwilawa.gov or call the Foster Golf Shop at (206) 242 -4221.

See flyer: http://records.tukwilawa.gov/WebLink8/1/doc/288046/Electronic.aspx

National Night Out Against Crime
2017-08-01 17:30 - 20:30 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd. , Tukwila, 98188, United States
Help Tukwila Celebrate National Night Out Against Crime, August 1st
Tuesday, August 1St is of National Night Out Against Crime! This is a night for America to stand
together and promote awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity. National Night Out showcases
the vital importance of police – community partnerships and citizen involvement in our fight for a
safer nation. On NNO, we invite neighborhoods citywide to join us and “give crime a going
away party “.

Tukwila Police and Fire Departments as well as City Council members, Code Enforcement
officers and Tukwila Human Services representatives will visit each neighborhood event that
“registers” their event by Wednesday, July 26th. Register early to receive a packet of crime
prevention material to have on hand for your event! Target Corporation is a national sponsor to
NNO. Southcenter Target employees will be riding with City personnel visiting neighborhood
parties with free prizes for kids.

Types of neighborhood events vary. Most neighborhoods plan a potluck bar-b-que to take
advantage of the wide and wonderful ethnic food contributions Tukwila residents have to offer.
Don’t limit your ideas! This is your time to bring your neighbors together for a fun evening.
Let’s make this the biggest Night Out Against Crime ever in Tukwila! Police and other City
representatives will be available to visit your neighborhood event after 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday,
August 1st.

To sign up just follow this link and fill out the form: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/help-tukwila-celebrate-national-night-crime-august-1-2017/. Please contact Community Policing Coordinator Chris Partman at c.partman@tukwilawa.gov or (206) 431-2197 for more information or to register your event.

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/

United Way Day of Caring
2017-09-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Park, 15460 65th Avenue South, Tukwila, 98188
Healthy forests create healthy community. Join us for a half day of restoration at Tukwila Park. Our staff will teach you everything you need to know about restoration, healthy forest, and tool safety.
Please register through the United Way of King County’s website at: www.uwkc.org/events/day-of-caring
Follow us: @TukwilaParks

Duwamish River Work Party
2017-09-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Tukwila Community Center: Duwamish River (Puget Sound Steward Led)
Sign Up Saturday, September 16th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19

Sign Up Saturday, November 11th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19
Join EarthCorps and the City of Tukwila as we work to improve the Duwamish River near the Tukwila Community Center. A healthy array of plants on the banks of the river is important for migrating and resident fish, birds and other wildlife. Currently, much of the Duwamish riverbank is covered in aggressive weeds that provide little to no shelter, shade or food for wildlife. A variety of native plants are also critical for filtering polluted rainwater that runs off of parking lots, roads and roofs. Not to mention the enjoyment people can get by sitting in the shade of a tree by the river!
The Basics
We will supply the gloves and tools and will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, forest health, and the importance of the work you will be doing. No prior experience necessary, just come ready to learn something new! This video may give you a better idea of what to expect.
This event is led by the Puget Sound Stewards, who are part of our program that matches enthusiastic and motivated volunteers to nearshore habitat restoration sites in need of longterm stewardship.
For your safety and comfort please bring:

Clothing that can get dirty (because it will!)
Long pants and long sleeves (helps protect against prickly plants)
Sturdy shoes that can handle some mud (closed toed shoes are required such as work boots, hiking boots, rubber boots, etc. NO sandals, flats, or heels)
Rain gear and warm layers (check the weather!)
Sack lunch and snacks
Full water bottle

The event will happen rain or shine!
What will volunteers be doing at the event?
While the exact tasks at hand vary, our projects focus on improving the forests, shorelines, and parks in our local cities. Healthy and thriving forests and shorelines are vital to our community because they absorb and naturally filter rain water, produce clean oxygen, provide living spaces for wildlife, and create a place for people to connect with the outdoors.
In order to help create healthy forests, the work can include:

Removing aggressive weeds (like English Ivy or Himalayan Blackberry)
Maintaining areas where these weeds have been removed
Planting trees and shrubs during the rainy season (often Oct.-Feb.)

Groups
If you are coming as a group, the group leaders are expected to have an active and integral role in our events. Please get in touch with volunteer@earthcorps.org before the event to make sure everything is in order. On the day of the event, make yourself known to the staff (in bright yellow vests) and arrive early in order to meet your group members.
Youth Policy
Youth under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible adult. All volunteers between the ages of 14 and 17 that are not with a parent or guardian must bring a filled out Youth Waiver the day of the event.
Youth and school groups are welcome to attend; leaders should contact the Volunteer Team to take care of all necessary preparations.
Directions
Address: 12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Heading SOUTH on I-5:

Take I-5 south at Exit 156, take ramp right for Interurban Ave toward Tukwila
Turn right onto Interurban Ave S
Turn right at 42nd Ave S, go over the bridge
Arrive at the Tukwila Community Center on the right. The last intersection is Interurban Ave S. If you reach S. 124th St, you’ve gone too far.
Look for EarthCorps event signs

Heading NORTH on I-5:

Take I-5 north and at Exit 156, take ramp right for SR-599 North toward Tukwila / W. Marginal Way
Turn left onto Interurban Ave S
Turn right at 42nd Ave S, go over the bridge
Arrive at the Tukwila Community Center on the right. The last intersection is Interurban Ave S. If you reach S. 124th St, you’ve gone too far.

Look for EarthCorps event signs

Sign Up Saturday, September 16th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19

Sign Up Saturday, November 11th: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Number of volunteer positions available: 19

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
