The Kenmore Top 4: January 10, 2025

Save the Date: Imagine Housing "Community Convening" on The Approach at Kenmore Affordable Housing Development - February 6
Imagine Housing invites all community members to a "Community Convening" at City Hall on February 6 to learn more and ask questions about the proposed Imagine Housing development, The Approach at Kenmore (located at 7010 NE 181st Street). The Approach at Kenmore is a multifamily building that brings together equitable, high-quality housing with both rental and affordable homeownership options. The mid-rise building will feature more than 100 apartments, including studios and 1-3 bedroom units, and more than 15 homeownership units through Habitat for Humanity.

The Approach at Kenmore Community Convening
February 6 from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
In-person at Kenmore City Hall & Virtual Zoom
Free and open to all - Family friendly

Read project information and FAQs, register for community engagement events (optional), and sign up for email project updates at imaginehousing.org/the-approach.

Kenmore Awarded Tourism Regeneration Grant
The City of Kenmore was recently awarded a $46,800 Tourism Regeneration grant from State of Washington Tourism (SWT). The City plans to use the funds for creative wayfinding signage that will connect and highlight Kenmore's unique businesses and experiences. The project will include the installation of three artistically designed directional signposts that will guide visitors to key locations in the city, including parks and trails, "Brew Row," Bastyr University, Kenmore Air Harbor, The Lodge at St. Edward Park, and more. Additionally, the project will feature new artistic and playful banners along the West Sammamish River Bridge to create a cohesive visual identity. This project aims to support economic growth, increase tourism and visitation, and foster connections between Kenmore's businesses and recreational activities. Read the full press release.

Arts of Kenmore Updates and Invitation to Annual Meeting
Arts of Kenmore (AoK) is Kenmore's local arts agency and is here to provide access to art of all kinds and opportunities for artists to share their art. 

• AoK's annual meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 14 at 6 p.m. at Kenmore City Hall. If you are interested in supporting the arts locally, you are invited to this meeting where the annual budget is approved, officer and board member elections are held, and the 2025 proposed calendar of events will be previewed.
• If you or someone you know is interested in serving on the board, contact the nominating committee at artsofkenmore1@gmail.com. The board member information/application form is available to submit online here.
• Check out rotating shows at the City Gallery in City Hall:
  Now through February 28 – Camilla Bell (Holga photography) and Gary Rubin (drawings).

Find More in Kenmore This Year at Findkenmore.org
Have you had a chance to check out the new findkenmore.org business directory and Instagram account highlighting unique local businesses and visitor experiences in Kenmore? Whether you choose to adventure through Kenmore's parks and experience nature, or eat and drink at our delightful local restaurants, Kenmore has more than you might be aware of. Go ahead, dive in, and find more in Kenmore!