Kent-area community calendar | June 3

Events

Kent Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays, June 6-Sept. 26. Fresh produce, flower, vendors. Kent Lions program. For more information, visit www.kentfarmersmarket.com.

Summer Recycling Collection Event and Recycling Products Sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6, Kent Phoenix Academy parking lot, 11000 SE 264th St. Besides bringing items not easily recycled at the curb, Kent residents can purchase rain barrels, composters and worm composting bins while supplies last. Appliances, refrigerators and freezers, toilets, sinks and mattresses will be accepted along with concrete, rocks, asphalt and brick. These items should be placed on a tarp, plastic sheet or in buckets to speed up unloading. Confidential Date Destruction will provide free shredding of up to three file-sized boxes of documents per vehicle. Please note, a few items require cash-only fees. For a complete list of accepted items and fees, visit KentRecycles.com.

King County Flood Control District: 5-7:30 p.m. June 8, Kent Commons Community Center, 525 Fourth Ave. N. Community meeting and open house, where residents can learn more about a new flood risk reduction project. The project will replace and upgrade 1.4 miles of existing levee and revetment along the east bank of the Green River between South 212th Street and Veterans Drive/South 228th Street. Meeting will include an open house to review conceptual project alternatives, a presentation of the project, and an opportunity to ask questions and provide input into project alternative selection. For more information about the project or to sign up for project updates, go tokingcounty.gov/rivers or contact Erik Peters at 206-477-4797 or erik.peters@kingcounty.gov.

Empowerment & Engagement for Success in Education roundtable: 5:30-8 p.m. June 8, Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St. Community Network Council and the League of Education Voters, working in partnership with the Community Center for Education Results, host a community discussion. Roundtable will include: a student fishbowl conversation to help identify what helps and what hinders them when it comes to education; success story testimonials from community members; sharing of results data and status report; small workgroup discussions; and documentation of next steps. Community Center for Education Results is a coalition formed to analyze, discuss and act upon the education results for the Kent School District. Coalition members include parents, educators and community-based organizations. Childcare and dinner provided. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. and the roundtable program follows at 6 p.m. Please RSVP by May 29 to: Clarence Gunn, of the Community Network Council, at 425-301-9672 or clarencegunn76@gmail.com, or Joyce Yee, of the League of Education Voters, at 206-728-6448 or joyce@educationvoters.org.

Community Awareness Meeting: 7 p.m. June 10, Sunnycrest Elementary School, 24629 42nd Ave. S., Kent. Public invited. Focus of the meeting is to address community crime concerns and introduce resources Kent Police can provide to help residents make their neighborhoods safer. Kent Police Chief Ken Thomas, command staff and other police department personnel will be on hand to discuss crime trends, prevention and programs. Program includes a special presentation on the Fair and Impartial Police Training that department employees will be attending this year. For more information, call 253 856-5883 or visit www.kentwa.gov/police.

Wastemobile: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 12-14, Fred Meyer, 16735 SE 272nd St., Covington. King County residents can drop off household hazardous waste items including pesticides, oil-based paints, automotive products (oil, antifreeze, lamps, etc.), fluorescent bulbs/tubes and other items without a charge. The service is pre-paid through garbage and sewer utility fees.

Fourth Annual Juneteenth Festival (150 years): 10 a.m.-8 p.m. June 20, Morrill Meadows Park, 10600 SE 248th, Kent. Juneteenth commemorates the day, June 19, 1865, when Americans of African descent learned of their freedom, in Texas. Keynote speakers, vendors, food, live music, dance, games, essays from youth, Buffalo Soldiers apperance. For more informatin,visit www.kentblackactioncommission.com.

Greater Seattle Postcard and Paper Show: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 27; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 28, Kent Commons, 525 Fourth Ave. N. Approximately 15-20 dealers from throughout the Northwest and California, displaying old postcards, paper collectibles and ephemera. Included: postcards, stamps, advertising trade cards, cigar labels, valentines, scrap, travel brochures, photographs, stereographs, aviation, auto, railroad, ship, movie memorabilia, Western Americana. Free appraisals of all old paper collectibles. Admission: $5. www.postcardshows.com

Emerald Downs 3-On-3 Tournament: All day, Aug. 8-9, Emerald Downs, parking lot, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Western Washington regional basketball tournament. Registration is open and closes July 26. Cost per team: $120, with a maximum of four players. For more information, visit www.emd3on3.com.

Benefit

UFO film “The Maury Island Incident”: 7 p.m. June 10, Kent-Meridian High School, East Wing Auditorium, 10020 SE 256th St., Kent. The 30-minute film tells the story, taken from declassified FBI documents, of Harold Dahl’s June 21, 1947 alleged UFO sighting near Maury Island and the first reported “Man in Black” encounter that reportedly happened to him the next day. Filmmakers will be on hand to answer questions and discuss the film and story afterward. Maury Island is a small Puget Sound island near Vashon Island. Benefit for the Greater Kent Historical Society. Tickets are a suggested donation of $20 and available at bit.ly/1HMCEpA and at the door.

Health

Kent4Health Free Trail Walks: 3-mile (5k) self-guided walks exploring various Kent Parks on marked trails. Walks are twice a day at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Visit Kent4Health.com for more information and a full schedule.

Bloodworks Northwest drives:  1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m. June 9, River of Life Fellowship, 10615 SE 216th; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. June 10, City of Kent, 400 W. Gowe St.;1-4 p.m. June 18, Food Services Of America, 18430 E Valley Highway; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. June 26, Blue Origin, LLC, 21218 76th Ave. S.; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m. June 30, First Christian Church of Kent, 11717 SE 240th St. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-398-7888, or visit www.bloodworksnw.org.

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly): 6:45 p.m., Thursdays, Swanson Court Clubhouse, 12200 SE 207th St., Kent, near Kentridge High School. Nonprofit weight loss support group. Cost: $32 to join and $7 monthly. For more information, call 253-709-5098 or visit www.tops.org or www.whywelovetops.com.

Southeast King County Parkinson’s Disease support group: Meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 10:30 a.m., St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, 25810 156th Ave. SE,Covington. Group’s monthly lunches are on the first Tuesday of the month at the Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn. For more information, contact Stephanie Lawson at 206-579-5206.

Gamblers Anonymous: For meeting times and locations, call toll free the Gamblers Anonymous Hotline 1-855-222-5542. Visit www.gawashington.org or www.gamblersanonymous.org for additional information.

Clubs, programs

Rotary Club of Kent: Join the local Rotary Club of Kent every Tuesday for its weekly meeting and luncheon at Down Home Catering in historic downtown Kent, 211 1st Ave. S. For more information go to: www.kentrotary.com

Kent Evening Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Wednesdays, Kent Commons, Interurban Room, 525 Fourth Ave N. Are you interested in practicing and improving your public speaking skills? Boosting your self-confidence? Making yourself heard in that weekly meeting at work? Come practice your oratory skills with a friendly and informative group of people. With members ranging from beginners to experts, Kent Evening Toastmasters welcomes people of all skill levels. For more information, visit www.kenteveningtoastmasters.net.

Autism Support Group: 6:30-8:30 p.m., second Wednesday of the month, Kent Covenant Church, main conference room, 12010 SE 240th St. Share resources and encouragement. Childcare available with 72-hour advance reservations by calling Fabiana Steele at 253-631-0222, ext. 325. For more information, visit www.kentcov.org.

NAMI Support Groups: 6:30-8 p.m., every second and fourth Tuesday of the month,  515 W. Harrison St., Kent.  Friends and family support group for family members and friends who are affected by mental illness. Free. For more information, call 253-854-6264 (NAMI)  or email namiskc@qwestoffice.net, or visit www.nami.org.

Camps

Resident Camp at Waskowitz informational meetings: 6:30-7:30 p.m. June 10, July 8, Kent Commons, 525 4th Avenue N. Opportunity for parents and campers to meet the camp director and staff. Kent is one of the few cities to offer a summer resident camp for boys and girls entering the fifth, sixth or seventh grade this fall. The Aug. 3-7 camp, now in its 36th year, offers a wide spectrum of activities and professional management. Eighty-five percent of the camp counselors return. The camp, at the base of Mount Si in the Cascade foothills, is four miles east of North Bend. It is nestled in the woods on 360 acres of land. Cost for the camp is $320, which includes transportation, cabin accommodations, supervision and all meals, field trip and camp shirt. Scholarship monies are available for Kent residents on free-and-reduced lunches. For more information or to register, please call 253-856-5030 or visit www.kentwa.gov.

Kentwood Youth Football Camp: 8:30 a.m.-noon, June 23-25, Kentwood High School, 25800 164th Ave. SE, Covington. Inviting experienced or beginning youth players. Coaches and Kentwood players teaching fundamentals, teamwork, self-discipline and other skills. Cost: $75. For more information, email Kentwood coach Michael Bush at Michael.Bush@kent.k12.wa.us or visit www.Kentwoodfootball.com.

Network

The Kent Chapter of Business Network, Int’l (BNI): Meets every Wednesday morning at 7 at the Old Country Buffet, 25630 104th SE, Kent.  Chapter is growing.  Currently have 38 members.  Do you want excellent, personal, word of mouth referrals for your business?  Then come join us.  For more information, contact Dr. Allan McCord at 253-854-3040.

47th District Democrats monthly meeting: 7-9 p.m. first Wednesday of the month, Auburn IAM Hall, 201 A St. SW, next to the Auburn Transit Station. Diverse group welcomes the public to join them to meet candidates and leaders in the community to discuss topics, pass resolutions and just have a great time. Free. For more information, visit wa47thdems.org or find us on Facebook.

Kent Downtown Partnership Annual Dinner Auction: 5-9 p.m. June 5, ShoWare Center, 625 W. James St., Kent. Theme is Kent: On the Right Track!, with a focus on Kent’s 125th anniversary. Attendees are encouraged to wear vintage clothing from the 1890s and forward. A silent auction will start the evening, followed by dinner, awards and the live auction. Cost: $65. For more information, contact Lyra Penoyer, at 253-813-6976 or kdpadminassistant@kentdowntown.org, or visit kdpdinnerauction.bpt.me/

Libraries

Kent Public Library: 212 2nd Avenue N., Kent. 253-859-3330. Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday; 1-5 p.m., Sunday. Library events include:

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Play & Learn: 10:30 a.m. June 5, 12, 19 and 26. Kaleidoscope Play & Learn is an organized play group for newborns to age 5 and people who take care of them. Have fun learning while we play, sing songs and create art.

Learn & Eat Like A Summer Super Hero at Renton Community Center: 1 p.m. June 19. Held at Renton Community Center, 1715 SE Maple Valley Highway, Renton. Come for an afternoon of fun, entertainment and hands-on learning. Build a robot, play Minecraft and other computer games, meet your favorite superhero and much more. Parents, get information about fun programs and which libraries will be offering free summer meals.

Kid’s Movie of the Month: 2 p.m. June 26. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Enjoy a family friendly film with a light snack.

The Zaniaction Contraption Show: 10:30 a.m. June 27. Presented by Alex Zerbe, Professional Zaniac. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. See fascinating contraptions in action and discover how to become a super hero with this two-time Guinness World Record holder and zany, super-kinetic, high-energy performer who will have you laughing at his playful antics. Free tickets available beginning at 10 a.m. on the day of the show.

Be a Hero to Your Kids: Take your children to a KCLS library this summer. Kids who learn all summer go back to school with stronger learning skills. That’s why KCLS libraries provide free events and learning activities that enhance skills, increase curiosity and inspire creativity. Based on STEM curriculum, with reading and art added, summer learning builds smarter kids while they’re having fun. And it’s free. For details, visit any KCLS library or kcls.org/kids/summer.

TEENS

Study Zone: 1:30 p.m. Sundays; 3:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. No Study Zone on June 15-July 1. Grades K-12. Drop in for homework assistance from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Zone, Manga Club: 3:30 p.m. June 9. Middle and high school ages. Fun discussions and other Manga related activities – new topics and activities each month.

Teen Zone, Writers Club: 3:30 p.m. June 16. Middle and high school ages. Monthly meeting to share inspiration, fun exercises and creative work time.

Teen Zone, Movie Time: 3:30 p.m. June 23. Call the library to find out what’s showing.

Bucket Drumming Remix Workshop: 3 p.m. June 30. Presented by Ian Dobson. Middle and high school ages. People all over the world have used their creativity and resourcefulness to make musical instruments from recycled materials. Learn about the development of steel drums, syncopation, pitch and sound waves. Then use recycled bucket drums to create an original digital recorded remix. Registration required online or by phone, 253-859-3330.

ADULTS

Talk Time: 5 p.m. Tuesdays. Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Classes are free. Join anytime.

Citizenship Class: 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Get help with the citizenship interview process, including civics and government questions, reading and writing English and practicing your interview skills. Registration not required.  Classes are free. Join anytime.

English as a Second Language (ESL): 5:30 p.m.  Mondays, Wednesdays. Learn English grammar, reading, writing, and conversation skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free. Registration required in the library at 5 p.m. June 18.

SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives): Free counseling for small businesses. Please call 206-553-7320 for appointments.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 10 a.m. June 27. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.

Computer Classes: Registration required beginning two weeks before the class, 253-859-3330. One-on-One Assistance: 3 p.m. June 5, 8; • Internet Level 1, 7 p.m. June 4; • Microsoft Word Level 1, 7 p.m. June 11; • Microsoft Excel Level 1, 7 p.m. June 18; • Microsoft Excel Level 2: 7 p.m. June 25.

After Lunch Book Bunch: 1 p.m. June 10. New members are always welcome.

Kent Friends of the Library Meeting: 1 p.m. June 11. The Friends support the library through fundraising, volunteerism and sponsorship of programs and services. If you would like to get involved, please join us at the meeting.

Sign up for Orca Lift at KCLS Libraries: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13. What is Orca Lift? It’s a new, reduced fare. Income-qualified* riders, age 19 and older, can save 50 percent or more on: Metro buses, Sound Transit Link light rail and more, Kitsap Transit buses, King County Water Taxi, Seattle Streetcar.  To see if you qualify, check www.orcalift.com or call Multi-Service Center at 253-838-6810. Your income must be at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Please bring ID and income verification documents.

Mobile Office Hours for Congressman Adam Smith: 10 a.m. June 16. Congressman Smith’s staff members are able to help constituents with Federal Agency issues such as Social Security, Internal Revenue Service, State Department and, provide housing and financial support resources and help with federal agency questions.

Free Citizenship Application Help: 11 a.m. June 26. Get help filling out the N-400 Naturalization Application for U.S. Citizenship. The service is free, but space is limited. To make an appointment, contact Jennifer Rosacker, 206-774-2475 or Upama KC, 206-805-8945.

Job Readiness Program: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays; 3-4:30 p.m. Thursdays. Do you need help starting the online job application process? The library is here to help you get a free email account, start a résumé, start an online job search, or navigate the job application process! Librarians are available to provide one-on-one assistance on a drop-in, first come, first served basis. Strongly recommended that you bring a flash/USB drive.

MIND MATTERS

Beginning Jewelry Soldering: 2 p.m. June 14. Learn the basics of silver soldering using a small hand torch with jewelry artist and designer Richard Paille. Become familiar with the tools, chemicals and processes jewelry makers use to solder precious and non-precious metals. Registration required.

Qigong, Body, Breath and Relaxation: 7 p.m. June 22. Qigong is an “energy exercise” that connects the mind and body to promote healing. Learn from Hansie Wong, Integrative Health Coach, how to use your breath in a simple practice to circulate your body’s energy and promote relaxation.

Creative Imagery in the Pacific Northwest: 7 p.m. June 23. Join Alan L. Bauer, professional outdoor photographer and co-author photographer of the Washington State Day Hiking series (with The Mountaineers Books), in a visual exploration rich with images and stories of wilderness areas and mountain tops all the way into cityscapes.

Entertainment

SHOWARE CENTER

625 W. James St., Kent. 253-856-6777. Order at www.tickets.showarecenter.com. Events include:

Theresa Caputo: 7 p.m. June 7. Psychic and star of the hit TLC show, “Long Island Medium,” will give interactive readings to audience members throughout the show and will also share personal stories about her life and her gifts. Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee a reading. Tickets are $39.75, $49.75, $59.75 and $89.75 at showarecenter.com, the ShoWare Box Office, or call 866-973-9613.

Stayin’ Alive – Bee Gees Tribute:  8 p.m. June 26. Offering fans the full sights and sounds of the Bee Gees playlist and singing their blockbuster hits. Tickets: $20-$75.

Bikes, Brews & Tattoos: 1-7 p.m. June 27. Lawless Harley-Davidson of Renton presents free concert, featuring Spike and The Impalers and guest, Invasive.  Hollywood B Harley Stunt Show; tattoo artists; bikes, food, wine and beer garden. Live auction benefitting Bikers Against Bullies and the Miss in America Project.

1964 The Tribute: 8 p.m. June 28. Show is an accurate re-creation of a Beatles Concert Live from songs, voices, instruments, suits, haircuts, down to the Beatle boots. Tickets: $20-$75.

Legends Football League: 8 p.m. July 3, Seattle Mist vs. LA Temptation. Tickets: $10-$55.

ELSEWHERE

Kent Senior Center Bluegrass Jam and Concert series: Noon-5 p.m. third Saturday of the month, Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St. Admission: generous donation to support the program. For more information, call 253-856-5150 or 253-939-5594.

“Charlotte’s Web, The Musical”: 7 p.m. June 12, 13, 19; 3 p.m. June 13, 20. Green River College, Performing Arts Building, 12401 SE 320th St. Presented by Heavier Than Air Family Theatre. Musical adaptation of E.B. White’s beloved story, an affectionate pig befriends a spider who reminds us to open our eyes to the wonder and miracle often found in the simplest things. Tickets: $8 advance, $10 at the door. 253-833-9111, www.heavierthanair.com

“A Maze”: 8-10 p.m. Thursdays, Friday, Saturdays, July 16-Aug. 1, Theatre Battery at Kent Station, 438 Ramsay Way, Suite 103. Northwest Premiere Production of Rob Handel’s play, under the direction of Logan Ellis. There are two kinds of mazes: The kind where you try to get through and out the other side, and the kind where you try to get to the center. It’s fragmented at first – you have to allow things not to make sense and trust that all will be revealed. Two rock stars struggle to regain their art after rehab, a young kidnapping victim finds her voice, and the King and Queen of a distant land protect their unborn heir. Tickets: $15-$25. For tickets or to learn more, call 206-419-1675 or visit www.theatrebattery.com

Music

Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra: Taylor Creek Church, 21110 244th Ave. SE, Maple Valley.  MVYSO boasts a playing group for every level, from beginning strings to string ensemble. For more information, call 425-358-1640 or visit www.mvyso.org.

Rainier Youth Choirs: RYC has four leveled groups based on age and ability (grades 2 through 14).  Call 253-315-3125 to schedule an audition.  For more information, visit  www.rainieryouthchoirs.org.

Reunions

Kentlake Class of 2005: 7-11 p.m. June 27, Tavern Hall, 505 Bellevue Square, Bellevue. 10-year reunion. Ticket information: http://klhs2005.weebly.com

Galleries, studios

Centennial Center Gallery:  400 W. Gowe St., Kent. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Closed weekends and holidays. For more information, call 253-856-5050 or visit artscommission@kentwa.gov.

Michael Tolleson Savant Art Center: 205 1st Ave. S., Kent. Art studio and autistic art mentoring center. To learn more about the center and its programs, call 253-850-5995, visit www.MichaelTollesonArtist.com or email michaeltollesonartist@gmail.com. The center also can be found on Facebook.

Museums

Greater Kent Historical Society: 855 E. Smith St., historic Bereiter House, Kent. Hours: noon-4 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday, and by appointment. Admission: suggested $2 donation; no tickets are required for entrance. Parking is available behind the house off East Temperance Street. GKHS is a nonprofit organization that promotes the discovery, preservation and dissemination of knowledge about the history of the greater Kent area. www.gkhs.org