Mobile Community Services for Seniors
2022-10-26 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Des Moines Senior Center, 2045 216th St, Des Moines, 98198
The WA State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Mobile Community Service Office is coming to Des Moines Senior Center. During this event, DSHS will:

Process application interviews for food, cash and select medical assistance.
Process yearly Eligibility and Mid-Certification reviews.
Process changes or inquiries to currently active cases.
Answer questions about any of DSHS services.

For more information, contact Program Specialist Eli Jimenez at 425-293-5978 or eliazar.jimenez@dshs.wa.gov.
See Facebook link for updates: www.facebook.com/dshsmobileoffice

Let's Give Blood
2022-10-28, 2022-11-28, 2022-12-28 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
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.

TIBAC Trash Pick Up
2022-10-29, 2022-11-26 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
Tukwila International Boulevard Action Committee (TIBAC) Trash Pick Up Day
For location or information contact Sharon Mann at (206) 200-3616.

Election Day
2022-11-08 | King County Elections, 919 Southwest Grady Way, Renton, WA
Registration deadlines

OCT 31
– Deadline to register or update your registration online or by mail for the General Election

NOV 8
– Election Day! Ballots must be postmarked by today or returned to a ballot drop box by 8 p.m. for the General Election
– Last day to register in person and vote for the General Election

You can register to vote online or by mail until 8 days before an election or in-person through Election day. Registrations done by mail need to be received, not postmarked, by the 8 day deadline.
Three ways to register
1. Online
You can register online , 24 hours a day, at the Washington Secretary of State’s website.
To register online, you will need:

A current Washington State driver license, or
A current Washington State ID card

If you do not have either of these, you can still register by mail or in-person.
2. By mail
Download and print a voter registration form and mail it to King County Elections. Forms are available in many languages.
3. In-person
You can register to vote in-person at the King County Elections Office in Renton or at a Vote Center.
You can also register to vote at one of our community events.
Who can register
New Effective January 1, 2022, if you have been convicted of a felony in Washington State, another state, or federal court, your right to vote is restored as long as you are not currently serving a DOC sentence in total confinement. Going forward, voting rights are immediately restored upon release from prison, regardless of community supervision status. All you need to do is register to vote using one of the methods above.
To register to vote in Washington, you must be:

A citizen of the United States
A legal resident of Washington state
At least 18 years old by election day

If you are 16 or 17, you can sign up as a Future Voter and be automatically registered to vote when you qualify

Not disqualified from voting due to a court order
Not currently serving a sentence of total confinement under the jurisdiction of the Department of Corrections for a Washington felony conviction
Not currently incarcerated for a federal or out-of-state felony conviction

Read more about who can vote in Washington.
Future voters
16 and 17 year olds can now pre-register to vote! Registrants under the age of 18 will have their registrations held until they become eligible to vote.

Free Honor Our Veterans Luncheon
2022-11-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Join us for a Day to honor our Veteran’s on Thursday, November 10, 11:00am at Tukwila Community Center.
Lunch will be provided and the event is FREE. Registration begins Monday, October 24th.

Spirit of Giving Campaign
2022-11-12 07:00 - 20:00, 2022-11-19 07:00 - 20:00, 2022-11-26 07:00 - 20:00, 2022-12-03 07:00 - 20:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
Tukwila Parks and Recreation has joined forces with the Rotary Club of SeaTac-Tukwila for the 2022 Spirit of Giving Campaign. Together, we can reduce financial stress for caregivers and help create a time of ease and joy for Tukwila children.
Why help?

This is your chance to help Tukwila families in need as we enter the winter season.
This program relies on $40,000 (in gifts and cash for care packages) to help 175 families and 350 kids in Tukwila this December.
Special toys, cozy items, hygiene essentials, and gift cards to ensure a healthy, happy winter.

Last year this program helped over 300 children. This year let’s help even more children! Together, WE can support this important giving program. This is how you can help Tukwila children:

Host:
Host a personalized event. Download our Spirit of Giving Poster and Spirit of Giving Flyer.

Cozy Item Drive (blankets, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, and socks)
Board Game Drive
Gift Card Drive
Toy Drive

DONATE & SAVE TIME! Visit our AMAZON WISH LIST

Donate:
Donate new, unwrapped items at the Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South.

Grocery Gift Cards
Cozy Items (blankets, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, and socks)
Hygiene Items
Toys and Board Games
Gift Cards for Teens

Monetary Donations:
Monetary donations can be made through the Rotary Club of SeaTac–Tukwila’s Venmo account below and allow us to customize family care packages.

@SeaTacTukwilaRotary

Please make all donations on or before December 2. Thank you for your generosity!
For More Information: call 206-767-2342 or email Giving@TukwilaWA.gov

Thank you to our generous partner in the 2022 Spirit of Giving, Rotary Club of SeaTac-Tukwila

America Recycles Day
2022-11-15 07:00 - 18:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
November 15th is America Recycles Day – Keep America Beautiful Program
This is a great time to be sure you are a “Recycling Expert” on what can go in your regular recycling cart, as well as local locations where you can recycle specialty items. Here are quick resources to help you “Recycle Right.”

· Current list of recyclables for your cart: Take a moment to review the current list of what can be placed in your recycling cart. Remember, items should be empty, dry, and loose. Please do not bag recyclables. Learn more at: Wmnorthwest.com/Tukwila

· Tukwila specific events and announcements: Visit Tukwilawa.gov and search for “Recycling” to find out about current events.

· Where to take unusual items: King County’s “What Do I Do With” website provides a listing of where to take unusual items including batteries, carpet and mattresses for disposal or recycling.

· Where to take hazardous materials that are banned from the garbage: For help with identifying which items are hazardous and what to do with them, visit: https://kingcountyhazwastewa.gov. Drop off is easy and free. Remember never mix products. Bring them in their original bottles to the South Seattle site at 8100 2nd Ave. South in Seattle. They are open Thursday- Saturday 9AM-4:30PM.

· Specialty recycling sites: The following sites are for specific products.
· Paint recycling: paintcare.org
· Medicine take back: med-project.org
· Plastic bags: plasticfilmrecycling.org
· Styrofoam recycling: styrorecycle.org

· Information on America Recycles Day

Restoration at Riverton Park
2022-11-16 11:30 - 13:30, 2022-12-14 11:30 - 13:30 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
GREEN TUKWILA PARTNERSHIP is restoring 138 acres of forest and open green spaces over the next 20 years. The only way to accomplish this goal is with the support of partners and volunteers. Thank you for being a part of the solution!

Green Tukwila is following Public Health Guidelines to keep volunteers and staff safe during work parties.
Join friends, neighbors, and bring your families outside to learn about trees, shrubs, invasive plants, how to use tools, and much more. Work parties are being planned for community members and businesses to care for precious urban forests and to ensure healthy, safe, and beautiful public spaces to enjoy in the future.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Volunteer work parties and workshops have limited numbers to ensure the safety of stewards, volunteers, and staff. All participants must sign up online and will be sent an email confirming a few days before.

Restoration at Riverton Park

Invasive plant removal: Wednesday, October 12, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE
Native planting: Wednesday, November 16, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE
Invasive plant removal: Wednesday, December 14th, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE

Don’t miss out! Join our email list and learn about upcoming events.

Contact us: email Olena.Perry@TukwilaWA.gov or call 206-768-2822

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
Duwamish Hill Preserve

Invasive plant removal: Saturday, September 17, 10-1 pm CLICK HERE
Duwamish Alive, Planting: Saturday, October 15, 10-1 pm CLICK HERE
Green Tukwila Day, Planting: Saturday, November 19, 10-1 pm CLICK HERE

ANEW Construction Career Fair
2022-11-17 16:00 - 18:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
You’re invited to attend ANEW’s Construction Career Fair! Bring your resume and meet with local unions and contractors to launch your career in the construction industry.
Come network with local contractors & apprenticeships like Venture General Contracting, Korsmo Construction, Cornerstone General Contractors, Inc., Miles Sand & Gravel, IUPAT District Council 5, Sphere Solar Energy, Puget Sound Electrical Apprenticeship, Boone Electric, Prime Electric, Laborers Local 242, Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters, Seattle City Light and more!

ANEW Training Center
18338 Andover Park W

Click here to register.

Green Tukwila Day
2022-11-19 10:00 - 13:00
GREEN TUKWILA PARTNERSHIP is restoring 138 acres of forest and open green spaces over the next 20 years. The only way to accomplish this goal is with the support of partners and volunteers. Thank you for being a part of the solution!

Green Tukwila is following Public Health Guidelines to keep volunteers and staff safe during work parties.
Join friends, neighbors, and bring your families outside to learn about trees, shrubs, invasive plants, how to use tools, and much more. Work parties are being planned for community members and businesses to care for precious urban forests and to ensure healthy, safe, and beautiful public spaces to enjoy in the future.

Duwamish Hill Preserve

Green Tukwila Day – Planting & Live Music
Saturday, November 19, 10-1 pm
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SIGN UP

Do you want FREE TREES? We are giving away trees to Tukwila residents to help increase tree canopy here in Tukwila. Apply before October 31st to pick up your tree(s) at Green Tukwila Day on November 19th at the Duwamish Hill Preserve. We have 6 species of tree available, learn about the trees and apply at – https://www.tukwilawa.gov/tree-giveaway

Don’t miss out! Join our email list and learn about upcoming events.

Contact us: email Olena.Perry@TukwilaWA.gov or call 206-768-2822

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
Restoration at Riverton Park

Invasive plant removal: Wednesday, October 12, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE
Native planting: Wednesday, November 9, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE
Invasive plant removal: Wednesday, December 14th, 11:30-1:30 pm CLICK HERE

Health Enrollment Fair
2022-11-19 10:00 - 13:00 | St Thomas Catholic Parish, 4415 S 140th St, Tukwila
Open enrollment is from now thru Jan. 15.
Get free expert help navigating health insurance options (through Healthplanfinder, Apple Health and Cascade Care).
Get enrolled by December 15th and be insured by January 1, 2023!
New this year, Cascade Care Savings. Learn more about it at kingcounty.gov/coverage.

** Call 206-296-0100 for actual ending time. **
See link to event: https://www.facebook.com/events/641836014341094/?ref=newsfeed

Free Senior Adult Thanksgiving Luncheon
2022-11-22 11:00 - 13:00
The 33rd Annual Senior Adult Thanksgiving Luncheon will be held at the Double Tree Inn and Suites by Hilton in Tukwila on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 11:00am.
The event is FREE and you may register on line or in person at TCC beginning Monday October 24th.

FREE Fall Harvest Food Pick-Up
2022-11-22 15:00 - 19:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
MAVERICK CARES hosts the free Fall Harvest Charity Event for families in need. A full Thanksgiving meal will be provided for pick-up at Great American Casino – 14040 Interurban Ave. S, Tukwila, WA 98168.
To receive a food donation, register at https://events.eventgroove.com/event/Maverick-Cares-Harvest-Holiday-69556. Limited distribution so sign-up now!

See flyer for more information: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=483761340449449&set=a.362865775872340

Tukwila School District's Winter Choir Concert
2022-12-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Foster High’s Performing Arts Center, 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, 98188
Tukwila School District presents Winter Choir Concert “Shine on Me”.
Doors open at 6:30 PM.
Concert 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

See flyer here: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=513549137461261&set=a.449490820533760&__cft__[0]=AZUgwbaGYvAw14DfGgWf6r9l0LtiODagxO0j0naLOWb4k_Jc47Wu4x_CHpZOdW2BapO0pd172Fur8QMWh9C5fAXLkESuqNSdhCTszwA5a2cUiL3XeV-1zao3LMQcYzBxH3x9tLRSwlBiRps8qYrNCKK-ZgydtoTR7QuvFie0UItCJ4VLfLhsCKhjYAa1h9dsMWaw4uMxfvNoIJpgu6iSSabN&__tn__=EH-R

12 Days of Goodness with Seattle Seahawks
2022-12-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South , Tukwila, WA, 98168, United States
This free event will be held on Dec 14 for Veterans (50 + years) and their family only. Includes special guest appearances by Seahawks Legends and surprise entertainment. Enjoy lunch, prizes and photo opportunities. Burien can transport up to 10 participants. First come, first served.
Click here to register.

For more information, call Parks & Recreation front desk at 206-768-2822.

Tukwila School District Surplus Sale Event
2022-12-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Showalter Middle School, 4628 S 144th Street, Tukwila , WA, 98188, United States
Tukwila School District is hosting a surplus sale event. Some surplus items for sale are technology, furniture, books and more!
9:00 am – 11:00 am – Staff & students
11:00 am – 2:00 pm – General public
See flyer here: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=512075407608634&set=a.449490820533760&__cft__[0]=AZWANVqZHhMLU26_et_tOwL0uFHDEWG3j7a-ZP4eOyuQTrz75xXihANpQK_wjsr0xUbuPyoLgLDB5g_3DFYc8EhlF49E6tAdKVEADAzREiFbL3Gq1at5mCgxK8PT3O-E_sAkIZVWEKvLBZeAwJQbkwo0gur7_TimC2mhiWA-OzV5l7t8fKwm87jzUcdlYNJWBj-r44pL_qEpqL3bn_Mf7TpB&__tn__=EH-R

Give Blood to Save 3 Lives
2023-01-07 08:00 - 17:00 | 6200 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA, 98188, United States
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)

Whole Blood and Apheresis Donation Hours
Monday: 8am to 4pm
Tuesday: 11am to 7pm
Wednesday: 10am to 6pm
Thursday: 8am to 4pm
Friday: 8am to 4pm
Saturday: 8am to 4pm
Sunday: 8am to 4pm

Clue High School Performance
2023-01-19 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-01-20 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-01-21 15:30 - 17:30 | Foster High’s Performing Arts Center, 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, 98188
Please join Foster High School’s Theatre Program for a performance of CLUE HIGH SCHOOL EDITION. Pay tickets at the door. $5 Students and $10 Adults
Thu, Jan 19 @ 7:30 p.m.
Fri, Jan 20 @ 7:30 p.m.
Sat, Jan 21 @ 3:30 p.m.
Foster Performing Arts Center – 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila

Click here for link: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=545666334249541&set=a.449490820533760

Health & Resource Fair
2023-01-21 10:00 - 14:00 | tukwila municipal Court, 15005 Tukwila International Blvd, Tukwila
Saturday, January 21, 2023 – Health & Resource Fair
You are invited to attend the DOC Health & Resource Fair being held at the Tukwila Municipal Court. This event is open to the public. See the resource fair flyer (pdf) for more details.
When: Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Location: Tukwila Municipal Court – 15005 Tukwila International Blvd., Tukwila, WA

Westfield Southcenter Mall Lunar New Year Celebration
2023-01-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Westfield Southcenter Mall
LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
from January 6 to January 22

Come celebrate Lunar New Year and the year of the rabbit at Southcenter! Join us near Macy’s on Level 1 and celebrate with amazing performances including a traditional dragon dance, modern Chinese dance and a martial arts performance. The celebration will include live music, photo moments, traditional Chinese tea and rice desserts. Be on the lookout for red envelopes which will include some amazing discounts!
** Celebration will be from noon-4PM on January 21. **

Day
Date
Hours

Monday
09 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Tuesday
10 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Wednesday
11 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Thursday
12 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Friday
13 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Saturday
14 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Sunday
15 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Monday
16 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Tuesday
17 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Wednesday
18 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Thursday
19 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Friday
20 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Saturday
21 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Sunday
22 Jan
12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

See link for more info: https://www.westfield.com/southcenter/event-detail/Lunar-New-Year-Celebration
