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Happy Friday, Kent!
I hope you all have something fun planned with friends or family for the weekend and 4th of July! I know I will definitely be spending the holiday at Lake Meridian Park at our Splash event. Please remember to stay safe while celebrating!
With Splash, Cornucopia Days, our Summer Concerts and recurring Farmers Markets around Kent, there's plenty to do in the coming weeks and months.
Have a great weekend!
Dana Ralph, Mayor
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Just a reminder that Kent City Hall, the Centennial Center, the Kent Commons, Senior Activity Center and Police Department lobby will be closed Monday in observance of Independence Day. |
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Just wanted to remind you that all forms of fireworks are illegal in the City of Kent and King County.
You can report fireworks violations by calling our Police non-emergency line at 253-852-2121.
Please do not use 911 to report fireworks unless there is an immediate safety concern.
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Kent International Festival was a blast! Residents came out to celebrate our cultural diversity and enjoy entertainment and fun activities. Check out our video recap of the event here.
By coming together to appreciate various heritages, we build a stronger and wider sense of community.
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Yesterday I had the opportunity to participate in an event with the Study of the U.S. Institute for Young Women Leaders (SUSI).
They provide academic programs for young women leaders and brought twenty women from Central Asia to empower them with additional skills to succeed as leaders.
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Earlier today we finally put the lid on the new water reservoir on the West Hill!
After months of construction, the project is really coming together, and will wrap up with a cool landscape mural.
It will provide the water storage necessary for fire services to keep our community safe and help make sure our growth needs are met over the next couple of decades.
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We held our fifth Battle of the Badges food drive competition today and raised over $3,000 for local food banks! Congratulations to Federal Way PD for squeaking by with the victory today. |
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Yesterday we unveiled the new name of the Kent Commons Community Center Gym, the Lori Hogan Gymnasium!
Lori is our Parks Recreation Superintendent and the renaming recognizes her 48+ years of commitment to the city.
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4th of July Splash
Our 4th of July Splash is this Monday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Lake Meridian Park!
There will be music, food, family activities and games for kids! The park and boat launch will close at 7 p.m.
Please note that there will be no city-sponsored fireworks display at this year's event, and the parking lot of Kent Kangley will be closed off for the entire day.
Free shuttles will run from Fire Station 75 (15635 SE 272nd) and Kentwood High School (25800 164th SE), and the shuttle runs from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Titus Park Renovations
I had the opportunity to swing by Titus Railroad Park off 1st Ave with Councilmember Fincher and staff this morning as we re-opened the park with new amenities.
Next time you're downtown grabbing a bite to eat, check out the renovation!
Kent Summer Concerts
Kent Summer Concerts are back starting July 6! Super excited for this annual series of musical performances presented throughout the summer.
Learn more about specific performers and dates on our website.
Wednesday Picnic Performances: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. at Morill Meadows Park
Wednesday Family Date Night at Kent Station: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Kent Station
Thursdays at the Lake: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Lake Meridian Park
Kent Cornucopia Days
Cornucopia Days is almost here! Get ready for street fair booths, entertainment and activities, the grand parade and more. See details online.
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Friday, July 8
- Street Fair: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Kids Zone: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Entertainment Stage: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
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Saturday, July 9
- Dragon Boat Race: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Car & Truck Show: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- 5K Fun Run: 9 a.m.
- Street Fair: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Kids Zone: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Entertainment Stage: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
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Sunday, July 10
- Street Fair: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Kids Zone: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Grand Parade: 1 p.m.
- Entertainment Stage: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cornucopia Days 5K
Have you registered for the Kent Parks Cornucopia Days 5k? I can’t wait for this annual fun run! This year's event will take place on Saturday, July 9 at Three Friends Fishing Hole with the race kicking off at 9 a.m.
The Cornucopia Days 5k is a great way to get active and have fun with friends, families and neighbors—I hope you can make it!
Registration is now open. Kids 12 and under and Adults 60 and over run free.
Local Farmers Markets
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Kent Lions Farmers Market
📅 Saturdays
⏰ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
📍 Town Square Plaza, 426 W Smith Street
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Living Well Kent / East Hill Farmers Market
📅 Saturdays
⏰ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍 Morill Meadows, 24604 104th Ave SE |
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The Kent Market at Kent Station
📅 Wednesdays starting July 13
⏰ 4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
📍 Kent Station, 417 Ramsay Way |
Equity & Inclusion Speaker Series
Join us for the next edition of our Equity & Inclusion Speaker Series! Hasan Jeffries joins us to discuss how our history informs our understanding as we approach inequities in our communities.
📅 Wednesday, July 27
⏰ 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
📍 KM Performing Arts Center
National Night Out
National Night Out is back August 2! This annual event is all about community and connecting your local police officers and firefighters with residents.
There's still plenty of time to organize a neighborhood potluck, barbecue or ice cream social.
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