Kenmore Climate News - Earth Day, Master Gardener Seminar, and More

Join us for Earth Day Saturday April 25

Rhododendron Park and St. Edward State Park

We have 2 exciting opportunities to celebrate Earth Day in Kenmore!

Park Clean Up - Rhododendron Park - 11am-1pm

• Come get your hands dirty!
• Work alongside City staff as they lead a park beautification event. 
• Bring work gloves if you have them, all other tools will be provided.
• Drinks and snacks will be provided as well.
• There is limited Park at Rhododendron Park. We encourage carpooling, biking or public transit.

Earth Day Vendor Fair - Saint Edward State Park - 11am-3pm

• Come learn and engage!
• We are so excited to move this event to Saint Edward State Park, North Lawn! This will provide more space for Vendors and more ample parking. 
• ~30 Vendors at the Earth Day event will include environmental organizations, community partners, and sustainable businesses providing educational materials, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities focused on environmental awareness and stewardship.
• A Discover Pass is required for Parking at Saint Edward State Park.

Learn more about the Earth Day events here.

Adapt Your Landscape to a Warmer, Drier Climate

Saturday April 18, 2:00PM-5:30PM | Kenmore City Hall

The Master Gardener Program is hosting a continuing education seminar on adapting yards and gardens to a warmer, drier climate. Three presentations will cover resilient yards, climate ready plants, and pollinator plants. This seminar is FREE for Kenmore residents. Contact krhodypark@gmail.com to receive a tuition waiver code to apply at registration. 

Please register in advance for the event here. 

Join King County's Food Waste Study

Tired of smelly food scraps in your garbage? Want to help keep food out of landfills? Join King County's free food waste study that makes food scrap collection clean, easy and odor-free - even in your apartment. Sign up today and learn more: https://www.mill.com/kingcounty

We're Hiring!

The City of Kenmore is seeking a Climate Communications & Outreach Intern interested in gaining experience in climate action messaging, outreach, education, and implementation.

Learn more and apply at kenmorewa.gov/jobs.