Rainier Youth Choirs will present “All Creatures Great and Small” on Saturday, March 27 at Kent United Methodist Church, 11010 SE 248th St., Kent, WA 98030.
Tickets are $12 and $10 if purchased in advance and $15 and $12 at the door.
For more info., visit Rainier Youth Choirs online.
Evergreen City Ballet presents its 2nd Annual Dinner Gala on April 10. This year’s theme is “A Night at the Races” at Emerald Downs. The evening will start with opening weekend races followed by a dinner and auction. The last race is the “ECB Stakes.” Eight lucky people will have their picture taken in the Winner’s Circle!
Enjoy a wonderful evening of food, wine and racing on 2010 opening weekend of racing at Emerald Downs.
Your Gala ticket includes free admission and free parking at Emerald Downs. Come early and enjoy the last three races of the day from our special private viewing room. Place your wager at our private betting window .
There are one-of-a-kind auction items including:
Tickets are $100 per person or $680 for a table of eight. For ticket or more information email Larry@evergreencityballet.org.
Each year the City of Kent, Kent School District, the Kent Downtown Partnership, and private sponsors work together to celebrate National Youth Art Month with Spring Into Art. Art from several Kent schools is displayed in various businesses in the Downtown area. Kent Downtown Partnership and local businesses support a night of activities coinciding with the City’s Art Walk and Reception.
Visit our website for complete details:
Spring Into Art 2010
Friday, March 12, 2010
4 – 9 p.m.
Downtown Kent
Whether you collect antiques or simply enjoy nostalgia, you’ll enjoy a trip down memory lane at Titusville Trading Co. Located on First Avenue South next to Goju Karate, this antique shop has a little bit of everything — books, photos, postcards, serving pieces, coins, lighters, cars, vinyl, signs, furniture and more.
I stopped by yesterday between appointments and found all kinds of fun stuff, including an old Elton John LP (aka vinyl) for my teenage daughter who is a collector, some unusual carved buttons for my mother-in-law, and a beautiful China bread dish from France for me. Don’t ask me what I’m going to do with it, but it was beautiful and I couldn’t resist!
If you get a chance, stop by Titusville Trading Co. It buys and sells antiques and is a locally-owned family business. Sales associate Elle was on hand when I stopped in, and she was friendly and knowledgeable. The store’s wares are also affordably priced and pleasingingly displayed though you have to navigate through the larger pieces. Enjoy!
Each year the Kent Arts Commission puts on its Spotlight Series. Check out these upcoming family-friendly shows in the 2009-2010 Spotlight Series:
"In the Mood: A 1940s Show"
February 20 – “In the Mood, A 1940s Musical “
Kentwood Performing Arts Center
“In The Mood: A 1940s Musical” is a show that offers a look into America’s greatest generation. Singers, dancers and a big band orchestra offer everything from up-tempo rhythms to ballads. The costumes and choreography are authentic, and they put the finishing touches on re-creating this sentimental and romantic era. At the Kentwood Performing Arts Center on February 20, at 7:30 pm. Tickets for general audiences are $28, seniors are $26, and youth are $20.
March 11 – “Men of Worth “
Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center
“Men of Worth” is presented by Scotsman Donnie MacDonald and Irishman James Keigher. They’re performing traditional and contemporary Irish and Scottish folk music. The music combines vocal harmonies and a wide variety of instruments. Men of Worth have been called “the real thing in Celtic entertainment”. Also, Irish dancers and additional musicians join the duo for this pre-St. Patrick’s Day performance. Men of Worth will be at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts center on March 11, at 7:30 pm. Tickets for general audiences are $20, seniors are $18, and youth tickets are $15.
March 13 – “Robin Crusoe” with the Missoula Children’s Theatre
Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center
The Missoula Children’s Theatre is putting on a production of “Robinson Crusoe” on March 13 at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center. The play is varying from the novel, and teaches the lesson that reading invites more than observation. It also teaches that books allow readers the luxury of the imagination. Open auditions will be held March 8 from 4 to 6 at Glenridge Elementary. Tickets for all are $5.
March 20 – “Luminous Edge” by Thomas Arthur
Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center
On March 20, Thomas Arthur will bring us the “Luminous Edge”, his family performance. The performance brings choreographed juggling, digital film projections and audience participation. “Luminous Edge” will be at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center at 3 pm. Tickets for general audiences are $12, seniors are $10, and youth tickets are $8.
April 3 – The sound of Maui, brought to you by Hapa
Kentwood Performing Arts Center
The sound of Maui is being brought to Kent on April 3. Hapa is a musical group that evokes tropical paradise. Combining ancient changes, Portuguese fisherman ballads and Spanish cowboys, melodies of early missionary choirs and more, they bring a dose of American acoustic folk/rock. They will be at the Kentwood Performing Arts Center at 7:30 pm. Tickets for general audiences are $28, seniors are $26, and youth are $20.
April 9 – The Wailin’ Jennys
Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center
The Wailin’ Jennys are a band with a fresh acoustic sound, coming from Canada’s mid-western heartland. They are brought onward by an increasing fan base, which loves their harmonies. They have an engaging stage presence. They are enchanting audiences across North America, the U.K. and continental Europe. They will be performing at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center. Tickets for general audiences are $24, seniors are $22, and youth are $18.
May 1 – “Guthrie Family Rides Again”
ShoWare Center
Four generations of the Guthries bring you the “Guthrie Family Rides Again”. The family will perform songs they’ve written. Also, unpublished Woody Guthrie lyrics will be put to music. The performance will be at ShoWare Center on May 1 at 8 pm.
Last night SSSCo (pronounced Triple S Co) rocked the house with “Sweethearts, A Valentine’s Tragedy,” written and choreographed by Joselito Castillo.
Set in a 1920s speakeasy, this dark valentine show centered around the life of Delilah Jones (played by Shayda Abab) and her love affair with Sam (Castillo), a traveling trombonist after her money. With an eight-member cast, the performance included music from Tommy Dorsey, Eddie Cantor and the McGuire Sisters as well as a half a dozen or so playful dance numbers including a flirtatious piece performed on a portable mattress. The show concluded with Sam’s tragic-but-expected murder, Delilah’s subsequent arrest and a dance number performed by the entire cast.
Performed at South Side Dance Force, this clever production was entertaining to watch and a fun mix of different dance styles for all ages. In addition to the lively, energetic and spirited dancing, the cast members created an interesting synergy and were flawless in their execution of stage direction, prop movement and audience engagement. Having written a story on Castillo and SSDF, it was delightful to watch Castillo in action. His high energy and passion for dance – as well as those of his dancers – filled the studio. What a fun Valentine treat!
SSS-Co & Friends:
Sam – Joselito Castillo, writer, choreographer and owner of SSDF
Delilah Jones – Shayda Abab
Stanley O’Malley – CJ Conrad
Joe – Ryan Hayes
Herby – Eric Chapman
Betty – Denise Weitz
Myrna – Lori Stephens
Squeeky – Maria Crain
Featured music included the McGuire Sisters, Irvin Kauffman, Tommy Dorsey, Amy Serrata, Trumpet Jam and Eddie Cantor.
For more information on SSDF, see my article in the back cover of the February 2010 issue of Kent Magazine.
Looking for local live comedy? Look no further. Pat’s Bar & Grill located at 114 Railroad Ave. N. will be adding live comedy starting February 3 at 7pm. Gabriel Rutledge, the winner of The 2004 Seattle International Comedy Competition, will be headlining. He has been seen on HBO and Comedy Central. Two others will open for him. Pre-sale tickets are available at Pat’s for $7.00. Tickets will be $10.00 the day of the performance. Come laugh at Pat’s.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Letter to the Editor, from Darren Motamedy:
Dear Editor,
I love my community of Kent Washington. I have lived in Kent for over 40 years, and attest to the strength of our schools, not only because I attended Panther Lake Elementary, Meeker Junior High School, and Kentridge High School, but because today I am an educator in the Kent School District. On February 9th, we are going to vote on two critical propositions, proposition one and two. http://www.kent.k12.wa.us/ksd/cr/2010levy/web/index.html The purpose of these levies will be to “maintain” the current status of education for our children at our current tax rate! By voting yes, we will continue to ensure that our students are technologically savvy in the 21st century. By voting yes, we will ensure that our students will continue to have “clean and well maintained classrooms”, after school sports programs, music programs, safety officers, and a highly trained teaching staff that is preparing our students to become our future leaders!
I appreciate what the Kent School District offered me when I was a student. My teachers taught me the importance of hard work, knowledge, dedication, and the high ideals of contributing back to the society that raised me. Today, I am a band director in the Kent School District because of the ideals that my teachers instilled upon me. I see those ideals being met every day in the classroom by observing my colleagues.
I see teachers tirelessly and lovingly instructing students every day. I see teachers continuing their personal education by taking college classes, master classes, professional certification classes, and national board class to ensure that they are acquainted with the newest teaching techniques available to help their students. I see teachers helping disadvantaged students by opening their checkbooks to pay for clothing, food, school supplies, and school camps. Why? Because they care about the future of our community!
By voting yes on February 9th, we are adopting the district motto to “Successfully Prepare All Students For Their Future”. Voting yes on February 9th will ensure our teachers have the tools necessary to “Prepare All Students For Their Future”. The School Administration, Teachers, and School Board in Kent are united in our quest to build our community, student by student, classroom by classroom, school by school. Yes means quality education for our children of Kent! Yes means a positive future for Kent!
Sincerely,
Darren Motamedy
Darren Motamedy teaches 5th and 6th Grade Band in Kent and was the 2008 teacher of the year in Kent, as well as the KCTS Golden Apple Recipient for 2009.
Set in a 1920s speakeasy, this artistic performance features the South Side Sundays Company in “Sweethearts, Thieves & Their Loves.” Creator, director, producer and choreographer Joselito Castillo describes this performance as “a dark Valentine show” about gossip at a speakeasy. Don’t miss this wonderful show! Some mature content.
Call SSDF at 253-639-5829 for more info. and to purchase tickets. Tickets are only $10.00!
Evergreen City Ballet presents “Peter & the Wolf” and “Dancing to Disney” on Sat., February 6 (performances at 1 and 4 p.m.) and Sun., February 7 (1 p.m.). For more info., visit ECB online or call 425-228-6800. Tickets for adults are $15, and tickets for children are $10 (ages 2 to 18).
ECB’s Black Box Theatre
2230 Lind Ave. SW
Renton, WA 98057
425-228-6800
The AMC Sensory Friendly Movie for February will be The Tooth Fairy. The movie will be Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 10:00am. The Tooth Fairy is the story of Derek Thompson, a hard-charging hockey player whose nickname comes from his habit of separating opposing players from their bicuspids. When Derek discourages a youngster’s dreams, he’s sentenced to one week’s hard labor as a real tooth fairy, complete with the requisite wings and magic wand. At first, Derek “can’t handle the tooth” — bumbling and stumbling as he furtively tries to wing his way through strangers’ homes — doing what tooth fairies do. But, as Derek slowly adapts to his new position, he begins to rediscover his own forgotten dreams.
AMC and the Autism Society of America offers a monthly movie to families affected by autism. The lights are brought up and sound is turned down, all to make the theater experience more enjoyable for both parents and children. For tickets visit the Kent Station AMC Theatre the day of the event for tickets.
White River Valley Museum is hosting the Small Works, Big Presents: The Gift of Art Juried Art Show. Join the festivities and watch artist demonstrations, create your own miniature work of art, and more. Free with regular Museum admission.
Sale ends on Sunday, December 20, 2008.
White River Valley Museum is located at 918 H Street SE, Auburn. Open Wednesday – Sunday, 12 – 4 pm.
Rainier Youth Choirs will present their annual holiday choral concert at the Kent United Methodist Church on Saturday, December 12. The church is located at 11010 SE 248th St., and the performance will begin at 3:00 PM.
Rainier Youth Choirs consists of four ensembles of various levels, from the honor choir, Rainier Kids for grades 3-7, to the three auditioned groups, Bella Voce, Colla Voce and Consonare, spanning grades 4 through college age youth. Members come from Covington, Kent, Maple Valley, Auburn, Federal Way, Enumclaw and Renton.
These groups sing a variety of quality choral music including folk, classical, show tunes, and contemporary arrangements. Artistic Director, Leora Schwitters, conducts the two older groups, and Sue Green directs the younger.
The choral concert is entitled “Winter Magic” and will feature many holiday favorites, classics and contemporary selections incorporating artistry, humor and audience participation. Tickets are available on our website and will also be available at the door. Tickets purchased in advance are $12 Adults and $10 Seniors/Students.
For more information about Rainier Youth Choirs, visit www.RainierYouthChoirs.org .
This month’s sensory-friendly movie is The Princess and the Frog by Disney. It will be shown at AMC Theatres at Kent Station and Woodinville on Saturday, December 12 at 10 am. The program is sponsored by AMC Entertainment and the Autism Society of America.
To download the flyer, click here.
From the City of Kent:
KENT, Washington — December 1, 2009 — Sister’s Late Nite Catechism brings pious humor to Kent’s Spotlight Series. The performance celebrates the season through laughter and song on Saturday, December 12 at 7:30 pm at Kentwood High School Performing Arts Center (25800 164th Ave. SE, Covington).
See the City of Kent’s website for the full press release.
We have a great day of family fun planned for guests of Kent Winterfest, A Holly Jolly Day in Kent, scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 8 am to 6 pm. Here is our current schedule of events:
Share your Holly Jolly spirit by bringing a nonperishable food item for the Kent Food Bank. For more info., visit Kent Winterfest online or call KDP at 253-813-6976.
Madrigal Feaste 2009 is coming soon! If you have never been before, don’t miss it this year! This medieval dinner theater features members of Kentwood’s own Concert Choir, Bella Voix and Vocal Ensemble and yes, audience participation is encouraged. December 11th and 12th at the Carlson Center at Kent Covenant Church is the place and the doors open at 6 for dinner to be served at 6:30.
If you would like to attend (and who wouldn’t!?) attached is the order form for tickets. Remember that it is more than dinner or a show – it is a Medieval Christmas Experience!! We do need all tickets to be ordered by December 7th so that we can have an accurate count for food.
Please come. Thank you for supporting the Kentwood Choir program!
If you are an adult 50 years of age or older, then check out Kent’s Senior Activity Center at 600 E. Smith St. in downtown Kent. The center features daily recreation activities, lunch, classes, workshops, trips, health screenings, health and insurance centers, fitness center, entertainment and more.
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 p.m., except Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Tuesday: open until 9:45 p.m.
Wednesday: open until 9:00 p.m.
Classes include computer classes, fitness classes, mixed media drawing, painting, defensive driving and more.
Fitness Center is available for $1 per visit or $10 per month. Personal trainers are available by appointment for $25/hour. Membership cards are also available with discounts for three months and one year cards.
Health screenings and information:
Blood pressure checks every Tuesday from 10:30 am to Noon
Foot care every Tuesday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Massage Therapy, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am to Noon
Health insurance counseling – the second Monday of each month by appointment.
Lunches (open to the public):
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 11:45 am to 1 pm
Lunches are $6 and include soup, entree, vegetable, homemade bread, salad bar, homemade dessert and beverages.
Wednesday from 11:45 am to 1 pm
Panera serves a “pick two” menu: half a sandwich plus a cup of soup or 1/2 salad with your choice of chips, baguette, or apple with cookies. Served with coffee or tea. Also only $6.
Kent, Washington, November 30, 2009 — Accompanied by the Rainier Brass Ensemble, Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived at Kent Station Plaza at 10 a.m., Saturday, November 28 in grand style. Children, families and shoppers joined Kent Station in welcoming the jolly couple who officially kicked off the holiday season.
After the welcoming ceremony and festive holiday music, Santa and Mrs. Claus held court at Kent Station’s Hip Santa House to hear holiday wishes and to determine who will pass Santa’s patented “naughty or nice” test. The happy holiday couple is available from November 28 through December (see website for specific hours). All ages are welcome, even if you’ve been naughtier than nice. Santa will also make a special appearance in the holiday parade during Winterfest 2009: A Holly Jolly Day in Kent, scheduled for Saturday, December 5.
In addition, Kent Station shoppers, guests and well-behaved pets can have their pictures taken with Santa. With photo packages priced between $10 and $40, prints and digital photos are affordable and make great gifts. For an additional discount, visitors may donate a nonperishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy for the Kent Food Bank. Proceeds from the photo packages will also be donated to the Kent Food Bank.
“We encourage shoppers and families to come out to enjoy a little holiday spirit, Kent Station-style,” general manager John Hinds said. “Our Santa house is an affordable way to spend time with friends and family while benefiting our community.”
Last year, Kent Station and its shoppers donated over 500 pounds of food, 300 toys and $1,500 to Kent Food Bank families. Santa welcomes visits to his “hip house,” and Kent Station welcomes toy and food donations for the Kent Food Bank. This year’s event is proudly sponsored by BECU, MultiCare Kent Clinic and Fox Electric Co.
For more information including Santa’s hours and photo packages, prices and pick-up information, visit the Kent Station website at www.kentstation.com.
Located on 18 acres in the heart of downtown Kent, Kent Station is an urban village developed by Seattle-based Tarragon Development Company. The 470,000 sq. ft., mixed-use development features locally-owned and national retail stores, professional office space, and dining and entertainment, including a 14-screen AMC Theatres Cineplex and a branch campus of Green River Community College. Shop local this Christmas, shop Kent Station.
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