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Special events
Renton Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays, through Sept. 16. Features master gardener clinics, chef’s demonstrations and live entertainment. Performances include: Sept. 2, Temple Biet Tikva dancers and music; Sept. 9, Tex Knutson; Sept. 16, closing celebration. South Third Street, between Logan and Burnett Avenue South. 425-679-1502 or www.rentonfarmersmarket.com.
City of Renton Disaster Job Fair: 3-8 p.m. Sept. 25. Come learn about the many ways people can help their community following a disaster. Includes demonstrations and displays on Community Emergency Response Teams, emergency operations center workers, radio emergency communications, emergency shelter operations, animal rescue, SKYWARN weather spotter and more. Presented by Renton’s Office of Emergency Management. Cost: Free. Renton City Hall, Seventh Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way. 425-430-7027 or dneedham@ci.renton.wa.us.
Children
Renton FUMC Children and Parents Playgroup: 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. Open to parents and children of all ages. Renton First United Methodist Church, 2201 N.E. Fourth St. 425-255-5403.
Classes
“Sustainable Small Acreage Farming and Ranching”: 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 9-Dec. 9. Learn practical information about whole farm planning, ecologically-based diversified production systems, and alternative marketing techniques. Includes classroom discussion, guest lectures by professional farmers, and field trips. Cost: $150 per family or farm; scholarships available. Registration required. Washington State University King County Extension, 200 Mill Ave. S., Suite 100, Renton. www.king.wsu.edu/foodandfarms/SSAFR.htm.
YWCA GirlsFirst Program info session: 4-5 p.m. Sept. 19. Informational session open to women interested in volunteering as mentors to teen girls. YWCA, 1010 S. Second St., Renton. 206-461-4443 or girlsfirst@ywcaworks.org.
Sewing classes at Renton Technical College: Registration now open for fall classes. Call for details, registration. Renton Technical College, 3000 N.E. Fourth St., Renton. 425-235-2352 or www.rtc.edu.
Faith
Cancer Support Bible Study and Encouragement Group: 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 15. Fairwood Library, 17009 140th Ave. S.E., Renton. 425-271-2327.
Renton Day Women’s Bible Study: 9:25 a.m. Tuesdays. First Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 19800 108th Ave. S.E. www.bsfinternational.org.
Seniors’ Bible Study: 9:15-11:30 a.m. Thursdays. Non-denominational group is open to all. Renton Senior Activity Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N. 425-430-6633.
Women’s Group Bible Study: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Thursdays. Room 110 at Highlands Community Church, 3031 N.E. 10th St., Renton. nlr22@comcast.net.
Health/Fitness
Blood drive: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 4. For Puget Sound Blood Center. Valley Medical Center, 400 S. 43rd St., Renton. 800-398-7888 or www.psbc.org.
“Safe Steps” fall-prevention events: 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 23; 9 a.m.-noon Sept. 26. Open to seniors. Sept 23, Renton Fire and Emergency Services will lead workshop on exercise, building strength, balance and flexibility; Sept. 26, Valley Medical Center offer seminars, handouts, healthy snacks and free fall screening. Cost: Free; advance registration requested. Locations: Sept. 23 at Renton Senior Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N.; Sept. 26 at Valley Medical Center, 400 S. 43rd St., Renton. 425-430-6633 (for Sept. 23), 425-226-4653 (for Sept. 26) or www.kcsafesteps.org.
Libraries
Fairwood Library, 17009 140th Ave. S.E., Renton. 425-226-0522 or www.kcls.org.
• “Catch the Reading Bug” 2008 Summer Reading Program: Through Aug. 31. Pick up booklets at the library.
• “Writing Your Autobiography”: 2 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 8-29. Write about your memories and learn organizational skills. Registration required.
• “How to Successfully Promote and Market Your Own Music”: 7 p.m. Sept. 9. Co-author Christopher Knab will read select chapters from his book, “Music Is Your Businesses: The Musician’s Four-Front Strategy for Success.” Registration required.
• Fairwood Afternoon Book Club: Noon Sept. 10. Topic: “Sight Hound: a novel” by Pam Houston.
• Books and Bites for Teens: 7 p.m. Sept. 11.
• Lively Minds Book Group: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 16. Topic: “The Middle Place” by Kelly Corrigan.
• SAT Prep: 1 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 20-18. Open to high school students. Five free sessions will help you prepare for all sections of the SAT. You will receive a copy of the College Board’s Official SAT Study Guide. Registration required.
• Master Gardeners: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Master gardeners will be on hand to answer questions.
• ESL class: 6:30 p.m. most Mondays and Wednesdays.
Registration required; call 253-838-6810.
• Story times: Library offers various story times for newborns to 6-year-olds and foreign language speakers. Call for details.
• Talk Time: 10 a.m. Saturdays. Improve speaking and listening skills in this English conversation group.
Renton Public Library, 100 Mill Ave. S. 425-430-6610. Library events include:
• Renton Library Book Group: 7-8:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Topics: Sept. 18, “The Shadow of the Wind” by Carlos Ruiz Zafon.
• ESL classes: 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Free classes for non-English speakers offered by Multi-Service Center. Registration required. Call 253-838-6810.
• PAWS to Read: 2-3:30 p.m. Saturdays. Children in fourth grade and younger can come to practice reading skills with a canine listener. Registration required. Call 425-430-6825.
• Story times: 7 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Open to ages 2-6 and parents.
• Talk Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Adults welcome to practice speaking English in a fun and friendly setting.
Highlands Library, 2902 N.E. 12th St., Renton. 425-430-6790. Library events include:
• Story times: 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Open to ages 2-6 and parents.
Organizations
11th District Democrats: 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. The executive board meets on the first Tuesday of the month. Carpenter’s Hall, 231 Burnett Ave. N., Renton. 206-396-1237 or alene@theflutededge.com.
AARP Renton Chapter No. 414: 1 p.m. the third Friday of the month. All are welcome. Cost: Free. Renton Senior Activity Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N. 425-430-6633.
Allied Arts of Renton: 6:30-8 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month. Kohlwes Education Center, 300 S.W. Seventh St., Renton.
Benson Hill Communities Progress Group: 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Group promotes good government, education, awareness and communication about quality of life aspects of the Benson Hill Communities. King of Kings Lutheran Church library, 18207 108th Ave. S.E., Renton. info@bensonhill.com.
Cedar River Quilters Guild: 6-9 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month. All levels of quilters welcome. Salvation Army, 720 S. Tobin St., Renton. 425-271-3671.
Cedar River Ramblers Toastmasters: 6:30-8 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of the month. Lake Shore Retirement Residence, 11448 Rainier Ave. S., Renton. 206-618-3642, information@cedarriverramblers.org or www.cedarriverramblers.org.
Greater Renton Kiwanis Club: 7:27 a.m. Thursdays. Come join the group for fellowship, interesting programs and to find out how to make a difference in the community. Renton Technical College main campus, 3000 N.E. Fourth St., Renton. 425-235-2463 or greaterrentonkiwanis.org.
Kiwanis Club of Renton: 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month; 7:30-8:30 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Touchdowns Sports Bar and Grill, 423 Airport Way, Renton. 425-221-2028.
MOMS Club of Renton: Meet for playdates at parks and other locations. New activities daily. Non-profit & non-religious organization provides daytime support for moms and their families, and serves Renton, Tukwila, SeaTac, Burien and Newcastle. www.momsclubofrenton.org, info@momsclubofrenton.org or 425-260-3079.
National Association of Retired and Active Federal Employees, Chapter 1701: 1 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Renton Senior Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N. RBrown4648@aol.com.
Networking: 7:30-8:30 a.m. Wednesdays. The Renton iTakeTheLead Business to Consumer Networking Breakfast. Plum Delicious, 3212 N.E. Sunset Blvd., Renton. 425-890-8045 or www.itakethelead.com.
Newcomers and New Friends of Greater Seattle: The second Wednesday of the month. Lunch meetings held at various locations throughout Puget Sound. Other activities include a fourth Thursday coffee, daytime gourmet, bowling, SoundBites Gadabouts and more. Call for details. 425-775-8608 or www.seattlenewcomers.com.
Order of Eastern Star Tyee Chapter No. 122: 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Renton. St. Andrew’s Masonic Lodge, 505 Williams Ave. S., Renton. 425-227-9766.
Puget Sound Business Professionals: 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Networking group is comprised of highly skilled professionals working together to attain independent business goals. Holiday Inn Select, 1 Grady Way, Renton. www.pugetsoundbusinessprofessionals.blogspot.com.
Renton Business and Professional Women: 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. the third Friday of the month. Luncheon meetings. Speakers: Sept. 19, George Haloulakos. Cost: $15-$20; advance registration requested. 4th Street Grill, 4004 N.E. Fourth St., Renton. www.rentonbpw.org.
Renton Historical Society: 5:30 p.m. the last Wednesday of the month. Call to confirm time and location. Renton Historical Museum, 235 Mill Ave. S. 425-255-2330.
Renton/Kent Women’s Connection: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Wednesday of each month. Cost: $13.75, includes luncheon. No dues or memberships required. Golden Steer Rib ’n Steak House, 23826 104th Ave. S.E., Kent. 425-271-3198 or 425-226-7829.
Renton-Kent Newcomers Club: Luncheon meetings: The second Wednesday of the month. Social club welcomes new residents to the area. Call for details and hobby groups. 425-235-1819 or 253-638-0857.
Renton Lions Club: 6 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Group of civic-minded men and woman dedicated to fun, fellowship and service to Renton and the international community. Summer meeting location: Renton Lions Youth Camp, 21230 S.E. 184th St., Maple Valley. 425-226-2834 or spring-glen@comcast.net.
Renton Sailing Club: 7:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Kennydale Memorial Hall, 2424 N.E. 27th St., Renton. 425-228-0133, www.rentonsailing.org.
Renton Sons of Italy: 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. 505 Williams Ave. S., Renton.
Retired RV owners: Local group of Good Sam RV enthusiasts welcomes new members. Group travels to nearby RV parks a few days a month for sightseeing, games, dinners and fellowship. Monthly meetings take place at the Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. 253-854-5226 or 253-852-3927.
Rotary Club of Newcastle: 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Cost: $10 makeup fee for members; free for visitors. Golf Club at Newcastle, 15500 Six Penny Lane, Newcastle. 425-455-1600.
Rotary Club of Renton: Noon-1:30 p.m. Thursdays. Club members give time, raise funds and enjoy fellowship, while serving local and international needs. Maplewood Golf Course, 4050 Maple Valley Highway, Renton. 425-466-8000, marcie@marciemaxwell.com or www.rentonrotary.org.
St. Andrew’s Masonic Lodge No. 35 F&AM: 7:45 p.m. the first Saturday of the month. Dinner: 6:30 p.m. All Masons and interested gentlemen are welcome. 505 Williams Ave. S., Renton. 425-227-9766.
Soroptimist International of Renton: Noon-1 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Open to women in all stages of careers. Club supports array of service projects locally, nationally and globally to improve lives of women and girls. Salvation Army center, 720 S. Tobin St., Renton. 425-255-3210 or judyandgene1@comcast.net.
South King County Genealogical Society: 10 a.m. the third Saturday of the month. First Baptist Church of Kent, 11420 S.E. 248th St. 206-948-4286 or www.skcgs.org.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly: 5:30 p.m. Mondays. TOPS group helps members as they take and keep pounds off sensibly. Cost: $24 annual fee, plus $5 monthly dues. Highlands Community Church, room 103, 3031 N.E. 10th St., Renton. 425-226-0473, 425-271-0247 or www.tops.org.
Teen MOPS: 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays. Free group for pregnant teenagers and teenage mothers. Childcare available. River of Life Fellowship, 10615 S.E. 216th St., Kent. 253-218-7420.
Toastmasters: 7-8:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Come for a fun evening of sharpening your communication skills in a safe environment. First Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 19800 108th Ave. S.E., Renton. 253-859-2842.
The Toast of Valley Toastmaster’s Club: Noon-1 p.m. Thursdays. All are welcome. Valley Medical Center, 400 S. 43rd St., Renton. 425-656-3810 or nancy_eveleth@valleymed.org.
TV Toastmasters: Noon-4 p.m. the second Saturday of the month. Learn how to perform both in front and in back of television cameras. Puget Sound Access, 22412 72nd Ave. S., Building C, Kent. 253-854-1312 or www.tvtoastmasters.org.
Valley Newcomers: 11:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Group meets at area restaurants. Call for details, locations. 253-854-1831.
Western Bass Club: 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Kennydale Memorial Hall, 2424 N.E. 27th St., Renton. www.westernbassclub.com.
Public Meetings
41st District Candidates Forum: 6:30-9 p.m. Oct. 1. Forum sponsored by South Union Neighborhood Association. Leisure Estates Mobile Home Clubhouse, 201 Union Ave. N.E., Renton.
Advisory Commission on Diversity: 6:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month. City Hall, Room 511, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton.
Civil Service Commission: 4:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month. Human Resources Training Room on the seventh floor of City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton.
Human Services Advisory Committee: 3 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. Seventh floor council chambers at City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton.
King County Fire District No. 25: 4 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. Commissioner’s meeting. Fire Station No. 16, 12923 156th Ave. S.E., Renton.
Library Board: 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Renton Public Library, 100 Mill Ave. S.
Municipal Arts Commission: 8 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month. Seventh floor of City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton.
Parks Commission: 4:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Various locations, including City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton. 425-430-6600.
Planning Commission: 6 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Council chambers at City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton.
Renton City Council: 7 p.m. the first four Mondays of the month. Seventh floor council chambers at Renton City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way.
Renton Non-Motorized Transportation Advisory Committee: 4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of the month. Fifth floor of City Hall, Room 511, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton.
Renton School District School Board: 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Kohlwes Education Center, 300 S.W. Seventh St., Renton.
Senior Citizens Advisory Committee: 10 a.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Renton Senior Activity Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N.
Sister City Advisory Committee—Cuautla: 10 a.m. the second Friday of the month. Seventh-floor conference center at City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton.
Soos Creek and Water District: 4:30 p.m. the first, third and fourth Wednesdays of the month. District Office, 14616 S.E. 192nd St., Renton.
Reunions
Tahoma High School Class of 1975 summer get-together: 5 p.m. Sept. 6. Dinner, beverages and music provided. Cost: $20. Registration required. 22450 S.E. 296th St., Black Diamond. 425-891-9950 or www.Classmates.com.
Lindbergh High School Class of 1978 30-year Reunion: Sept. 13. Golf tournament, 2 p.m.; casual no-host gathering, 7 p.m. See Web site for details, registration. Gordon’s on the Green Restaurant and Lounge, Foster’s Golf Course, 1300 Interurban Ave. S., Tukwila. www.classmates.com.
Renton High School Class of 1978 Reunion: Sept. 19-20. Call or see Web site for details. 425-644-1044 or www.reunionswithclass.com.
Renton High School Class of 58 Reunion: Oct. 25. Spirit of Washington Event Center, 233 Burnett Ave. S., Renton. 425-255-5023 or a.gummere@comcast.net.
Seniors
Renton Senior Activity Center, 211 Burnett Ave. N. 425-430-6633. Events and activities include:
• Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-noon Mondays-Fridays. Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and older; $5.75 for those younger than 60. 425-254-1128.
• Health Assessment: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays. Provided by a visiting nurse.
• Computer Lab: 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays; 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays. Open to seniors with some computer experience to use Internet and e-mail. Cost: Free.
• Ongoing activities: Center offers a variety of activities and games, including bocce, bridge, pinochle, crochet group, horseshoes, open painting, woodcarving and pool.
• Thursday Afternoon Dances: 1-3 p.m. Thursdays. Cost: Free.
• Foot Care: Service is limited to seniors who cannot manage their own foot care. Call to schedule or cancel an appointment: 425-430-6662 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays.
• Free Blood Pressure Checks: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Low Vision Education Group: 12:15-1:30 p.m. the fourth Friday of the month.
• Widowed Information and Consulting Service: 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays.
• Meals-On-Wheels: Program provides frozen meals for homebound seniors. 425-255-7932.
Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission: Mission offers Renton-area seniors a variety of activities, including Bible studies, road trips, themed luncheons, summer camp, food boxes, free hair cuts and volunteer opportunities. For details, call 206-322-6801 or jmack@ugm.org..
Veterans
USS Maddox Destroyer Association Reunion: Sept. 3-7. For DD-168, DD-622 and DD-731. Reunion will take place in Oklahoma City, OK. For details, contact Cliff Gillespie at 337-616-8450 or cwgilles45@aol.com.
Veterans Outreach: 3:15-6 p.m. Sept. 9 and Oct. 15. Veterans and their families can get assistance in applying for benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs from a Disabled American Veterans Service Officer. Kent Library, 212 Second Ave. N. 253-859-6439.
USS Hollister Destroyer Reunion: Sept. 17-21 in Branson, Mo. For DD-788. For details, contact Nelda Rupp. 503-656-4949 or hnrupp@comcast.net.
Military reunions: October, 2008, reunion for the former crew of the USS Yancey (AKA-93) in Seattle. For details, contact George Clifton, 708-425-8531 or clifs@ameritech.net. June 24, 2009, reunion for former crewmen from the USS England (DLG/CG-22) in Seattle. For details contact Dennis O’Brien, 714-961-6840 or dennis@ussengland.net. Veterans can find information about upcoming reunions across the country through Military Locator and Reunion Service. Call 828-256-6008 or visit www.mlrsinc.com.
VFW Panther Lake Post 11329: 7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. U.S. Army Reserve Center, 14631 S.E. 192nd St., Renton. 253-631-8151 or 425-254-1459.
VFW Post 9430: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Ladies Auxiliary meetings: 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month. Family Hamburger Night: 6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays (except holidays). 7421 S. 126th St., Seattle. 206-772-9982.
VFW Renton Post 1263: 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Ladies’ Auxiliary: 7 p.m. the first Thursday of the month; Men’s Auxiliary: 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. VFW provides support to veterans of foreign wars and their families through overseas troop support, volunteer programs, community service, legislative action, charitable donations and research, and helps veterans seeking governmental benefits. Frank R. Vaise Post 1263, 416 Burnett Ave. S., Renton. 425-255-9010 or www.vfw1263.com.
