 Kent Kids’ Arts Day project kits are going fast - register for your child's before they sell out! There are five different project kits available from four of our most popular artists; kids can take them home and build on their own time.
Registration is open NOW! Register by 11:59pm on March 10.
Parents/guardians can pick up the project kits at a drive-thru event between 10am and 1pm at the Kent Commons on Saturday, March 13. Complete instructions will be provided in each kit and a video link to an online tutorial will be available on the Kids’ Arts Day webpage. Each artist is only providing 12 kits - register today!
Fishing Report & Information
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Spring Trout fishing is right around the corner!
It won’t be long until our local Westside lakes are planted for Spring fishing. While we have to wait just a little longer for some local fun, in the meantime, head to the Eastside to check out the early season opener lakes - they're open now!
Fishing can be really good at Caliche, Martha, Quincy, Burke, and Dusty Lakes. Be sure to check and make sure the lakes are free of ice before heading out. Keep those lines tight!
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Snowshoe Trip of the Week - Cabin Creek Loop
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The Cabin Creek Sno-Park South Loop is a beautiful 2.4 mile trail perfect for entry-level Snowshoers. The trail departs from the popular Sno-Park, but heads in a direction that is much less busy with skiers than the North side trails, and you can see beautiful views of the upper Yakima River! Please note that a Sno-Park Permit is required for access. |
For weather, maps, directions road and trail conditions, check out the Central Cascades Winter Recreation Council online.
Hike of the Week - Evans Creek Preserve
The Evans Creek Preserve near Sammamish, WA is a great winter hike. The trail was created in 2010 and wanders through a diverse ecological area including wetlands, meadows, and forested hillsides. The trail surface is gravel and boardwalk, and is ADA accessible. Plus, Evans Creek Preserve is reachable by public transportation! |
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The trail is 4.2 miles round trip with 325’ of elevation gain. There are four bird viewing platforms on the route and wildlife sightings are common as well!
For directions and trail information, visit the Washington Trails website.
 Thank you to everyone who registered and participated in our “Love is in the Air” drive-thru! The snow may have tried to stop this event, but we were able to reschedule and were thrilled to see so many smiling faces!
We miss you all so much and can’t wait to reintroduce in-person programs and classes in our Adaptive Recreation division. Look for more information in the coming months as we continue to slowly reintroduce our program offerings!
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We are looking forward with wishes, goals, and plans for ourselves, our communities, and the world.
For this Kent Creates exhibit, the Kent Arts Commission encourages artists and creative minds to be inspired by the mindset of looking forward. The exhibit is open to any creative endeavor – photographs, paintings, poems, recipes, short films, songs, or stories – anything you can dream up.
Show us what you’re looking forward to in 2021!
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Submit your projects as part of the online LOOKING FORWARD exhibit at KentCreates.com. The top 5 winners will receive a $200 honorarium, and their work will appear in the featured carousel on the Kent Creates home page.
Deadline is March 31, 2021.
Image Credit: © Ken Morris, “Morning walk – toward the bright way,” photograph
Senior Activity Center
We are excited to provide virtual programs every week for individuals age 50 and older. Support for senior programs is provided by the King County VSHS Levy Program. For questions or registration for any of our virtual programs, please email senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov.
Social Support Group
Mondays, 10:00 – 11:00am
Join us every Monday for this online (Zoom) group where you can meet new friends, talk about topics of interest or concern and receive support and encouragement.
This group is facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.
Grief Support Group
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM
Join us for this online (Zoom) group where we will discuss the five stages of grief, learn about healing and receive support and encouragement.
This group is facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.
NO GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10
Virtual Tai Chi
Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Join us for this online Zoom group designed as gentle movement activities that will assist with better balance and less stress. Mindful meditation (which is part of Tai Chi) can help reduce the symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression.
This group is facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.
Be Well Workshops
Wednesday, March 10, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Top Tips for a Healthy Spring
This program is facilitated by Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.
NEW! Virtual Fitness Classes
We're offering a variety of virtual fitness classes for FREE! Classes are suitable for all, but are perfect for beginners or those looking to restart their fitness journey.
Available Classes:
- Core Strength
- Back to Fitness Basics
- Strength and Conditioning
- Full Body Fitness
- Zumba Gold
- Beginning Yoga
- Circuit Mix
- Zumba
- Yoga for All
View the Virtual Fitness Flyer for all class details, times, and dates. Email questions to senioractivitycenter@kentwa.gov!
FISH AND SEAFOOD
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Fish and seafood, like shrimp, scallops, and crab, are a very important part of a healthy diet. These foods are the major sources of healthful long-chain omega-3 fats and are also rich in other nutrients such as vitamin D, are high in protein, and low in saturated fat. There is strong evidence that eating oily fish like salmon is good for your heart. Take a dive and eat fish and seafood every week! |
STEM VEGETABLES
Stem vegetables, such as celery and asparagus, are good sources of fiber, potassium, folate, and antioxidants like vitamins A and C.
Have you seen these nutritious foods growing in a garden? They grow straight up from the ground! Eat them raw or cooked for some yummy green goodness! |
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Let's get crafty!
Tap into your creative side and try one of these fun and easy Spring-themed projects to welcome warmer weather, sunshine, and new blooms!
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