Kent Businesses Featured
Happy Friday, Kent!
Wanted to kick things off this week by plugging a recent article in The Seattle Times which featured two home grown small businesses here in Kent!
"Praise to the wizards at [these restaurants] for mastering the subtle art of the deep fryer, providing two terrific places to find fried chicken and fish."
While the article is focused on fried chicken and fish, both of which are delicious, Kent has so many unique and flavorful international foods from around the region.
It's something we're proud of and reflects the diversity of our community.
We've featured many of these small businesses in our #CuisinesOfKent series on social media, and I would highly encourage you to check out the Kent Food Trails put together by Visit Kent.
It's always great to see some local spots getting some love. With that, I hope you enjoy this week's update and have a great weekend!
Dana Ralph, Kent Mayor
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I want to give a shout-out to our Giving Campaign Committee at the City for organizing employee contributions of school supplies and a check to Kent School District this week! #WeAreKent |
Cruisin' Kent Car Show
The 4th Annual Cruisin’ Kent Car Show is coming up this Sunday!
I love this event because the community really shows up to check out some of the beautiful and unique cars driving around Kent and South King County.
It’s a really fun event with tons of cars and trucks to have a look at, as well as lunch options, live music from a DJ and raffles benefitting the Green River College VET fund.
📅 Sunday, August 28
⏰ 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
📍 Kent Station
Learn more and register at KentStation.com.
Spotlight Series Is Back!
Tickets for our annual Spotlight Series are now on sale!
Our Parks Department and the Kent Arts Commission have assembled another incredible season packed with seven captivating performances.
Concerts run from October through March. I hope you’re able to join us for at least one of them! View the full lineup and purchase your tickets online.
New Park Development!
Today is the last day to share your thoughts in our survey for East Hill North Community Park!
The City's Parks Planning & Development team is seeking input from residents on this project we'd love to hear from you.
Our staff truly care about the level of service we provide and are determined to ensure you get the most out of your experiences at our facilities.
There's a lot of great improvements happening in Kent parks, so visit the project webpage to learn more about the new park site (and others) and take the short project survey to let us know what you want to see.
Fall 2022 Parks Guide
Registration for Fall programming for our Parks programs is open!
Our team puts this guide together to make sure you and your family have everything you need to get out there and play—and there’s something for everyone.
From youth and adult sports to dance and music classes and programs for seniors, we offer inclusive programming opportunities for all ages and backgrounds.
We're dedicated to making sure there are fun activities year round, and I’m looking forward to the variety of offerings this season.
Be sure to look through the guide and sign-up on our website!
You can also register by phone, mail, fax, or in-person at the Kent Commons Community Center or Kent Senior Activity Center during regular operating hours.
Asphalt Overlays
Our 2022 Asphalt Overlays project is still ongoing, with concrete work at S 268th wrapping up this week along with repairs on Russell Road.
If you're driving by an area where crews are working on the road, please slow down and give them plenty of space while they work to improve our streets and make your drive that much smoother.
Fall Litter Cleanup Event
Join us for our Fall Litter Cleanup on the East Hill, West Hill and Downtown!
Each spring and fall the City of Kent hosts TeamUp2CleanUp, a litter cleanup event where community members work to beautify Kent as individuals or in teams at various locations around the city.
Learn more and sign-up online!
📅 Saturday, September 17
⏰ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍 Golden Steer, Kherson Park, West Hill Plaza
Working Washington Grants
The Department of Commerce has partnered with ArtsWA on a new funding opportunity to support businesses struggling from the impact of COVID-19.
Round 5 of the Working Washington Grants program gives pandemic relief funding to small businesses and non-profits for specific groups and sectors.
Applications opened August 17! You can learn more and apply online.
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