Normally, I don’t share job postings on iLoveKent.net. I’d never get anything else posted if I did, but this one is particularly Kent-centric, so I’m making an exception. is 

KEHR, Kent East Hill Revitalization, is looking for a community coordinator to spearhead and coordinate efforts of businesses and residents of Kent’s East Hill to revitalize the area. KEHR is looking for a self-starter with a positive attitude who can see a project through from start to finish. The position is a half-time position (15-20 hours per week) on a contract basis for one year. The job will including scheduling, attending and participating in meetings; related administrative tasks; social media, marketing and event promotion; and other tasks as they fall into the purview of this position.

For more information, please download this job description.To apply for the job, please send a résumé, cover letter and three professional references to Josh Hall via email.

For more information about KEHR, visit KEHR on Facebook or online at DiscoverEastHill.com. Questions? Contact Josh Hall at 253-856-5707 or email him.

Join American Sign Language (ASL) students from three Kent high schools – Kent-Meridian, Kentridge and Kentwood – as they interpret, choreograph and perform at this year’s “Feel the Music” event.

This year’s event is scheduled for May 31-June 1 at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $7/adults and $4/students with ASB and can be purchased at the event. Doors open at 6 p.m. Performances begin at 7 p.m.

And the list continues, this time with some help from iLoveKent.net fans and followers who shared their ideas on Facebook.

Photo by Jeff Heiss

May 1:  The Scrapbook Nook

May 2:  Kent Volunteers

May 3:  Carpinito Brothers

May 4:  Reber Ranch

May 5:  Lake Meridian Park

May 6:  Alison Carchedi, former PE teacher for the Kent School District and now the owner of Sweet Themes Bakery

May 7:  Communities in Schools Kent for mentoring children to ensure academic success.

May 8:  Fans like YOU!

May 9:  Baby animals in Kent – foals and calves and alpacas, oh my!

May 10:  Summer-like Friday afternoons – love our spring weather this year!

May 11:  Weekend breakfasts at Maggie’s on Meeker – so many yummy dishes to choose from.

May 12:  Pagoda at International Sister Cities Park at Smith and Railroad

May 13:  Suise Creek Cemetery

May 14:  Kent Transit Center

May 15:  Lilacs at Suise Creek Cemetery

May 16:  Fun Runs hosted by the City of Kent:  Christmas Rush Fun Run and Kent Cornucopia Days Fun Run

May 17:  Service Club Ballfields

May 18:  Old Fishing Hole

May 19:  Great Wall Mall – wonderful restaurants, shops, an Asian market and more

May 20:  Douglass Youth Development Golf Program, a non-profit that enriches the lives of underprivileged kids through golf instruction and life coaching

May 21:  Kent International Festival, a beautiful celebration of the many cultures that can be found in Kent, Washington

May 22:  Kent Farmer’s Market, opens June 1, 9 am to 2 pm, fresh produce, flowers, organic herbs, handcrafted items and more

Through the development of the “365 Reasons I Love Kent” series, I’ve been out and about Kent taking pictures so I can show as well as tell folks why I Love Kent. During my travels, I’ve found some hidden treasures that I want to share with my Facebook readers. I’m calling it “Where in Kent?” The purpose of Where in Kent is to challenge readers to go out and explore the community, to share what they know and to engage with other readers. To follow the series, be sure to “like” our Facebook page so you don’t miss any of the clues.

For example, Where In Kent will you find this?

Do you have a favorite beauty salon, spa or chiropractor? This is your chance to vote for the very best volunteers, professionals, coffee shops and bakeries in Kent. Visit the Kent Reporter online to complete your ballot and for a chance to win a Kent Station gift card! Voting ends at 4 p.m. on April 3, 2013, so vote today!

Kent, WASH., Feb. 19, 2013–A Kent man lost his life this morning in an early morning blaze at the Sunset Motel, 25006 Pacific Highway South, on Kent’s West Hill. The fire began as a small fire in the man’s room. The fire escalated and, once the fire was under control, the firemen found the man’s body. The unit where the fire originated was destroyed. Four other units were damaged by smoke, displacing its guests. The homeless guests are being assisted by the Red Cross to help them find new homes.

Kent Police Assistant Chief Pat Lowery said, “Our detectives will be working with the Fire Marshals to determine the origin or the fire. Once we have that established, we will turn to the King County Medical Examiner to identify the cause of death.”

Join the Kentwood High School sign choir as they sign the national anthem at the Seattle Thunderbirds‘ March 12 game against the Tri-City Americans. Tickets are just $9 each and available through the Kentwood sign choir, Barbara Key, the American Sign Language teacher/adviser, and through iLoveKent.net. To get your $9 tickets, contact us via email by March 1. Hope to see you at the game!

~ Dana Neuts, Publisher and Proud Mom

Folks at the City of Kent and local volunteers are busy planning another fun You We Me, an interactive evening of free family fun. This year’s event will be held at ShoWare Center on Fri., Mar. 1 and will feature a variety of activities for kids of all ages. In addition to collecting food for the Kent Food Bank, event highlights include:

• 44 interactive vendor booths
• Bike raffle from Redline Bikes
• Radio Disney
• Sports competitions
• Face painting, hands on activities, games
• Bounce houses
• Rainier Youth Choirs
• Neely O’Brien DRUM and Red Hawk Singers
• Electronettes Drill Team and Drum Squad
• Cameron Sterling
• Kitana Turnball
• Allegro Performing Arts Academy
• Kent Elementary STOMP and Dance Team
• New Beginning Alofa Tunoa Youth Dance Group
• Kent Meridian Bridging the Seas Bollywood Group
• Kent Knights Jr. Cheer Team
• Kent Meridian Pacific Island Club
• $1 hot dogs and soda

Kent Food Bank will be on hand to accept donations of nonperishable food items. The event is organized by a cross-section of community groups, the Kent School District, Kent Parks, local youth groups, sports teams, scouts, churches, local businesses and service clubs. Come join the fun!

And the list continues into February. Here are 28 more reasons to love Kent, Washington. I’ll post a week at a time. If you want to see each reason as it goes “live,” please like our Facebook page.

Feb. 1:   The Grape Adventure

Feb. 2:  Kent Bowl

Feb. 3:  Bath & Body Works at Kent Station

Feb. 4:  Yogurtland – Kent, celebrating National Frozen Yogurt Day with free FROYO & toppings

Feb. 5:  Hong Kong Market, 320 E. Meeker St., Kent for its fresh fish, produce and a wide variety of Asian cuisine

Feb. 6:  Band Box Salon & Nails, 13215 SE 240th St., Suite G, Kent, WA – hair, nails and a warm welcome

Feb. 7:  Conner Sanvido, Seattle Thunderbirds 

Feb. 8:  AMC Theatres at Kent Station

Feb. 9:  Bartell Drugs (on Kent-Kangley) for locally made chocolates and their Hallmark cards

Feb. 10:  The gazebo at Burlington Green Park (Railroad Ave. between Smith and Meeker)

Feb. 11:  QFC flowers – potted plants and fresh cut. QFC at 240th and 132nd in Kent.

Feb. 12:  See’s Candies at Kent Station

Feb. 13:  St. Anthony’s Chapel of Holy Spirit Parish

Feb. 14:  Valley View Christian Church signs

Feb. 15:  Cool Bird, the mascot for the Seattle Thunderbirds

Feb. 16:  Rosebed Park, downtown Kent

Feb. 17:  Tahoma National Cemetery

Feb. 18:  Olive Tree Restaurant

Feb. 19:  Taste of Europe

Feb. 20:  Soggy Doggy

Feb. 21:  Mama Stortini’s at Kent Station

Feb. 22:  You Me We

Feb. 23:  Pieces of History

Feb. 24:  Kent Train Depot

Feb. 25:  Duke’s Chowder House

Feb. 26:  Clark Lake Park

Feb. 27:  Fireplace at Kent Station

Feb. 28:  Riverbend Golf Course

Photo by Jeff Heiss

UPDATED Jan. 31, 2013:  As promised, I’m going to list 365 reasons I love Kent, Washington throughout the year, one reason for every day of the year. My reasons for loving Kent may be different than yours, but the ones on mu list represent people, places or things that I continue to make Kent, Washington my home. I’d love to hear your reasons! Add them in the comments below or visit our Facebook page.

January 2013

1.  Danny Mumaugh, goalie for the Seattle Thunderbirds  (why is Danny #1? because he’s #1)

2. Reds Wine Bar, celebrating its 2nd anniversary, this wine bar is located at the GRCC end of Kent Station

3.  Kent Station, an outdoor shopping center in downtown Kent with dozens of shopping, dining and entertainment options

4.  Sweet Themes Bakery, a fabulous new bakery in downtown Kent featuring custom cookies, pastries, cakes, soups, salads, sandwiches & more

5.  Kent’s Historic District, it’s a small but quaint part of Kent that reminds us of our city’s past

6.  Greater Kent Historical Museum, a fun blast from the past in the historic Bereiter house (855 E. Smith St.)

7.  Titusville Station, located at the corner of First and Gowe in downtown Kent

8.  ShoWare Center, 2-for-Tuesday

9.  Thrift and discount stores (Value Village, St. Vincent de Paul, St. James Thrift Store, etc.)

10.  Kelly Latte’s, 24220 132nd Ave. SE, Kent, mochas, lattes, smoothies and more

11.  Tyler Alos, retired from the Seattle Thunderbirds

12.  Mud Bay, 10457 Southeast 240th Street, Kent, Jelly Bean’s favorite spot for dog food, toys & supplies

13.  Maggie’s on Meeker, one of the best breakfast spots in Kent

14.  Kent Valley Ice Centre

15.  Green River Community College, quality education close to home

16.  Teddy Bear Toss, Seattle TBirds fan “toss” their teddy bears onto the ice to be given to children in crisis

17.  Nevermind Tavern, beer, wine & hot dogs in a friendly neighborhood bar

18.  Nature’s Market, grocery store featuring organic, gluten free & other specialty items

19.  Chad Gleason, commercial realtor and community volunteer

20.  KWHS Munch Madness, Kentwood High School collected 55,000+ pounds of food for the Kent & Maple Valley Food Banks

21.  ShoWalk, free indoor winter walking, Monday & Wednesday mornings

22.  Dilettante, 514 Ramsay Way, a cafe at Kent Station serving coffee, tea, mochas, lattes, chcolates, pastries and more

23.  Kent Library, 212 2nd Ave. N., a branch of the King County Library System right in downtown Kent

24.  Luke Lockhart, Seattle Thunderbirds

25.  Airways Beer & Bistro, 320 W. Harrison St., the name says it all – beer & bistro, cozy, friendly and delicious!

26.  Murals in downtown Kent

27.  Kent Food Bank, 515 W. Harrison St., Ste. 107, feeding individuals and families in and around Kent.

28.  Bella home & garden, 417 Ramsay Way, Kent Station, beautiful home & garden store, gorgeous floral arrangements, unique gifts & more.

29.  Blanc ‘n Schwartz Salon, 207 E. Meeker St., I just love Wade, Shelby and Nicolette. Fun environment, great service, love my “new” hair!

30.  The Yellow House

31.  Grocery Outlet, 23910 104th Ave. SE, locally owned, affordable grocery shopping.

We’d like to extend a special thank you to Jeff Heiss (Jeff Heiss Painting) for donating his time, talent and photography for this project.

 
Help your family safe with these tips from the Northwest Burn Foundation.

• Install and maintain smoke detectors. Check batteries monthly, and replace once a year.
• Turn your hot water heater to 120 degrees.
• Keep space heaters three feet away from bedding, drapes, furniture, walls, etc.
• Place candles in a safe holder, and away from flammable materials and children.
• Never leave candles, fireplaces or wood stoves unattended.
• Always use a fire screen when using your fireplace.
• Never use gasoline to start a fire.
• Empty all types of ashes into a metal container.
• Use the back burners on your stove and turn pot handles inward.
• Coffee, tea, soup and hot water can be hot enough to cause serious injury.
• Keep irons, crock pots, tea kettles, coffee pots and other household appliances out of reach of children.
• Be careful when removing items from the microwave.
• Plan and practice a fire escape routine with your family at least twice a year.

The following crime prevention tips were provided by the Kent Police Department.

Exterior

• Adequately light all exterior sides of your business, including alley ways and parking lots, using vandal-resistant fixtures. As most store burglaries occur at night when it’s dark, lighting serves as one of the most important deterrents.
• Install an alarm system and check it regularly for failure. Contact Kent PD for assistance in selecting an alarm system. Post notice you have an active system in place.
• Reinforce doors with long screws or bolts on heavy-duty strike plates, pop-out-proof hinges, or hole/nail combo at top and bottom. Replace all hollow-core exterior doors.
• Install deadbolt locks on all outside doors and double cylinder deadbolts on doors with glass panels. Check the locks are properly installed and used at ALL times.
• Issue as few keys as possible and change the locks if keys are lost or not returned by a former employee. Don’t tag keys with the name of your business.
• Secure all roof openings, air ducts, skylights, air conditioning units, hatchways, doorway transoms, sidewalk and basement openings.
• Don’t provide concealment or climbing platforms for the burglar. Clear and maintain all debris, weeds, and shrubbery away from windows and doors. Lock up ladders and all tools that could make a burglar’s job easier.
• Protect windows and glass doors with transparent window security film, security glazing, or roll-down security panels; or install burglar resistant glass. Use bars or grating on rear and side windows.  Consult with your fire department on fire safety ordinances for doors and windows.  

Interior

• Keep a minimum of cash on the premises. Post signs that say “No cash kept on premise”.
• Consider installing a video camera system. If you already have one, ensure it is working properly, always recording, and provides clear images of what is filmed. Post notice you have an active system in place.
• Move valuable merchandise and business equipment such as computers away from the windows or doors to prevent smash and grab thefts.
• Make it difficult to steal merchandise…bolt racks down, alternate the direction of hangers on the rack, tie appliance cords together, chain bicycles, lock small valuables in cabinets and show cases.
• Arrange window displays so that passersby and police can see into the store.
• Anchor your safe to the floor in a well-lit, highly visible location. Keep all valuable documents and items, including company vehicle keys in safe.
• Always leave on an interior light that is visible from the street. If for any reason it is off, the darkened store will arouse suspicion.
• Don’t lock a burglar inside when you leave. Inspect all closets, bathrooms, and other hiding places before closing. For personal safety, try to have two people present at both opening and closing.

Dear iLoveKent.net fans,

I frequently get asked why I Love Kent. Some people get it, especially those that live here and appreciate the city’s little known treasures, but people not from Kent, Washington have no idea. People from Tacoma and Seattle often can’t imagine what a town like Kent could offer that they don’t have. But Kent, Washington is a special place.

I can’t say why other people love Kent, or what people, places or things are important to them, but I can tell you why I Love Kent…and I’m going to. In 2013, I’m going to post 365 reasons that iLoveKent.net on the iLoveKent Facebook page. I’ll note people, places or things I love about Kent – favorite restaurants, shops, community leaders and volunteers, etc. and I’ll include photos whenever I can. I’ll recap those daily posts here weekly.

Please keep in mind that these are MY reasons for loving Kent. I know that not everyone will agree with my selections; in fact, I hope each Kent fan has his or her own reasons for loving our little ‘burb. I encourage feedback, comments and your reasons for loving Kent.

Kent isn’t perfect, but it has a lot to offer if you know where to look.

Happy New Year!

Dana Neuts, Publisher

Volunteer to help Kent Downtown Partnership with holiday decorations and festivities!

Kent Downtown Partnership is asking anyone  interested in helping with holiday decorations and an event for the holidays, to let them know so that they can participate on the committee.  Plans are to hold an an event in November, the Saturday following Thanksgiving.

Contact Barb Smith at barbaras@kentdowntown.org or call 253.813.6976.

Looking for Halloween activities, haunted houses or corn mazes? We’ve got you covered. Check out this list of fun fall happenings around the Sound!

Halloween & Fall Activities

October 25^th – October 27^th  

Terror on the Trail Volunteers Wanted – Puyallup

The Puyallup Recreation Department is excited to announce a new Halloween event called Terror on the Trail in Bradley Lake Park.  Volunteers are needed to help make the event as exciting as possible by serving as characters in scenes throughout the park.  A required volunteer meeting is being held on October 3rd at 5:30pm in the Puyallup Activity Center for interested people.  Call Tyler Eidson at (253) 770-3325 for more information about volunteering for this TERRIFYING event.

October 27^th – October 28^th  

Pumpkin Express Train – Elbe

Ride the train to the Mineral Lake Pumpkin Patch. The “Great Pumpkin” will greet your young ones and host a hunt for their own pumpkin. Don’t forget your costume and camera. Enjoy the cool temperatures and beautiful colors only found this time of year in the foothills of Mt. Rainier.

http://www.seattlesouthside.com/events/1925-pumpkin-express-train

Halloween Train at the Northwest Railway Museum – North Bend/Snoqualmie

Watch an old-fashioned cider press demonstration, listen to live music, enjoy Depot and train decorations, and sip warm apple cider. This fun celebration of fall and Halloween is a great time for people of any age!

http://www.seattlesouthside.com/events/1899-halloween-train-at-northwest-railway-museum

October 27^th

9 am – 4pm Pioneer Park, Puyallup – “Boo” Allup

Pet costume contest.  (See Downtown “Boo” allup post on http://facebook.com/ilovewashington.net)

The annual tradition brought to you by Dog Daze returns to Pioneer Park Saturday, October 27th! Get your pets ready to strut on stage in their finest costumes and compete for prizes and bragging rights!

Following the contest The Elite School of Dance will perform their take on the ‘Thriller’ dance for everyone’s enjoyment and Tacoma Glassblowing Studios will have their glass pumpkin patch in the Pavilion from 9 – 4 that day. http://www.puyallupmainstreet.com/events/trick-or-treat-boo-yallup/

Pumpkin Patch Party, Oct. 27, 4 – 8 p.m. – Kent Covenant Church (age 2 through 5th grade)

Come for a fun evening for the whole family with game booths for children 2 years through 5th grade. Parents must accompany their children at all times. For those of you who like to dress up, this is your big chance – but please no scary costumes. Cost is $1 per child, no charge for adults. We will also be collecting non-perishable food for the KCC Food Pantry – bring a can! Hot dog meal (hot dog, chips, & bottled water) available to purchase for $1.  Bring a friend and enjoy the fun! http://www.kentcov.org/content.cfm?page_content=announcement_include.cfm&content_id=122

6 pm Fright Night at Freighthouse Square, Oct. 27 @ 6 p.m.

Fright Night at Freighthouse Square is a fun, adults only Halloween party with the opportunity to give to a great cause – helping kids with special needs! This is a free event hosted by Children’s Therapy Center in the Rainier Room at Freight House Square. Bring your friends for free food, cash bar, costume and dance contests.
https://www.facebook.com/events/417016461668192/

Reber Ranch Howl and Prowl

Pet parade, professional photographer, coffee, doughnuts, hayrides, and sales all day.

http://reberranch.com/event/

October 30^th

6 pm – 8pm Autumn Harvest Carnival – Tukwila Community Center

Enjoy Halloween crafts, games, a costume contest, and much more. Bring your friends, dress up in your best costume and come have a ghoulishly fun night! Parents must accompany their children. Concessions will be available.

http://www.seattlesouthside.com/events/1901-autumn-harvest-carnival

October 31^st

3 pm – Close Applebee’s (must be 21 or older)

Half price selected appetizers, $2 domestic pints, $1 Jell-o shots (visit now and ask for a $5 off coupon good on Halloween only).

Trick-or-Treating

October 27^th

2 pm to 4 pm LeMay Halloween Trunk-or-Treat – Tacoma

Trick-or-treating and a costume contest (bonus for car related costumes)!  Visit the link for more information, or to register a car.

http://www.lemaymarymount.org/lemay-trunk-or-treat.htm

4:30 pm to 7 pm – Kent United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat

Kent United Methodist Church on Kent’s East Hill, 11010 248th St., Kent, WA

http://kentmethodist.com 

October 28th

12 – 1:30 pm   Trunk or Treat Community Event – Des Moines

Come out to our parking lot on Sunday, Oct. 28th, 12-1:30 pm for fun and festivities. Free event for the families of the South Sound Community. Lifepoint Foursquare Church, 2038 S 222nd St, Des Moines, Washington 98198. More info. here: https://www.facebook.com/events/507415249268504/

– All candy will be store sealed
– 100% free and family friendly event
– Hot Apple Cider and Coffee will be available
– Hot Dogs, Chips, & Soda will be for sale

October 31^st

3 pm – 6 pm  Downtown Merchants Trick-or-Treating – Puyallup

Bring the kids downtown for a safe and secure trick-or-treating experience! Over 30 businesses will be handing out candies and treats for all the little ghosts and ghouls.

http://www.puyallupmainstreet.com/events/trick-or-treat-boo-yallup/

4 pm – 6 pm Kent Station – Kent

Enjoy the costume contest and trick-or-treating at participating merchants.

http://www.kentstation.com/Event/Event.asp

4 pm – 6 pm 4th Annual Kent Community Trunk or Treat – Kent

Target parking lot (Target on 104th)
Are you looking for a safe and enjoyable way to Trick or Treat this Halloween? Then get all dressed up and come to Trunk or Treat! 30 Decorated trunks, popcorn, apple cider, hot chocolate and candy! Everything is free! For children 3 to 12.

http://www.kentcov.org/content.cfm?page_content=announcement_include.cfm&content_id=122

4 pm – 7 pm Freighthouse Square – Tacoma

Trick-or-treating, magician, and a balloon artist.

http://freighthousesquare.com/

5 pm – 7 pm Trick-or-Treating Westfield Shopping Center – Southcenter

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Westfield Southcenter for safe and dry trick-or-treating! While supplies last, at participating retailers.

http://www.westfield.com/southcenter/spooktacular

5:30pm – 8 pm Trick-or-Treat So Others May Eat! – Auburn Supermall

Bring a non-perishable food item to Guest Services and receive a free Halloween trick or treat bag filled with goodies from The Outlet Collection.  All food donations will benefit the Auburn Food Bank.  Select stores will be passing out candy and other fun items for all trick-or-treaters while supplies last. Please note: persons over 12 may not wear full face masks inside the mall.  See Guest Services or visit The Outlet Collection Facebook page for more information.

http://www.supermall.com/go/mallEvents.cfm

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Veritas Church Trunk-or-Treat – Lea Hill (Auburn)

Rainier Middle School, 30620 SE 116^th, Auburn WA 98092

www.seektheveritas.com

Corn Mazes

Biringer Farm Pumpkin Country and Corn Maze Adventure

October 1 – 31
10am – 5pm daily
4625 40th Place NE, Everett
https://www.facebook.com/biringers.black.crow

Maze and a trolley to acres of pumpkins, hay bale maze, kids’ activities, and pony rides on weekends.

Bob’s Corn and Pumpkin Farm

October 1 – 31
10am – 7pm daily
$6 – $10
Bob’s Corn
10917 Elliott Road, Snohomish
www.bobscorn.net

Maze, pumpkin patch, country store.

Carleton Farm Pumpkin Patch/Haunted Swamp Corn Maze

September 15 – October 31
10am – 6pm daily
Trivia Corn Maze, All ages appropriate
Haunted Corn Maze ages 12 and over only, 7pm – 11pm, Fridays and Saturdays
630 Sunnyside Blvd SE, Lake Stevens
www.carletonfarm.com

Also featuring a farm store, pumpkin patch, animals, hayrides, and pumpkin cannon.

Carpinito Brothers Corn Maze

October 1 – 31
9am – dusk daily
6868 S. 277th Street (277th and West Valley Highway), Kent
253-854-5692

Look for printable coupon under Products/Services, Pumpkin Patch/Corn Maze at www.carpinito.com

Two mazes, hayrides, produce stand, and acres of pumpkins.

Craven Farm

September 25 – October 31
9:30am till dark
13817 Short School Road, Near Snohomish, see website for directions
www.cravenfarm.com

Explore the maze, visit baby farm animals, hand-pick a pumpkin, take a tour, visit the Harvest Market, take a tractor-drawn hayride, and lots more. Free admission to the farm, but some activities such as the hayride require a fee. See website for details.

Dr. Maze’s Farm at the South 47 Farm

October 1 – 31
Sunday – Thursday, 10am – 6pm
Friday and Saturday, 10am – 10pm
15410 NE 124th St, Redmond
www.drmazesfarm.com

Hay rides, animals, pumpkin patch, flashlight maze nights.

Farm at Swan’s Trail

September 27 – October 31
10am – 6pm daily
7301 Rivershore Road, Shohomish
425-334-4124

thefarm1.com

Maze, petting farm, story trail, hay maze, pumpkin patch, café on weekends.

Foster’s Pumpkins and Spooktacular Corn Maze

October 1 – 31
9am – 5pm daily
Night Maze, every Saturday, 5-9pm
5818 SR 530 NE, Arlington
www.fosterscornmaze.com

Pumpkin patch and corn maze with a different theme and design each year, kids’ hay maze, wagon rides, animals, cider, berry pies, gift barn, fall nursery items.

Lattin’s Country Cider Mill and Farm

Open year-round
9am – 5pm
9402 Rich Road SE, Olympia
www.lattinscider.com

Bluegrass music, apple cider, tractor-drawn wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, year-round maze, farm animals, bob for apples, pies, cakes, and so much more including the Less Scary Haunted House and the Very Scary Haunted Barn.

Mosby Farm

October 1 – 31
10am – dusk daily, weather permitting
$5 – $8
3104 Auburn-Black Diamond Road, Auburn

www.mosbyfarm.com

Space Needle corn maze and a pumpkin patch.

Remlinger Farms

September 24 – October 30
Weekends 10am – 6pm
32610 NE 32nd Street, Carnation
www.remlingerfarms.com

Petting zoo, restaurant, steam engine train rides, farmers market, pumpkin patch, maze. Remlinger’s is famous for their fruit and pies – be sure to try one while you’re there.

Thomas Family Farm

Thursdays – Sundays

10am – 10pm Thursdays and Sundays

10am – Midnight Fridays and Saturdays

9010 Marsh Road, Snohomish

http://www.thomasfamilyfarm.com

Zombie Safari Paintball Hayride, corn maze, kid-friendly haunted house, haunted house, and pumpkin patch.

Thomasson Family Farm

October 1 – 31

9:30am – 5:30pm daily
38223 236th Ave SE, Enumclaw
www.thomassonfamilyfarm.com

Pumpkin patch, maze, petting zoo, Kid’s Korral, Korral Kafé country store.

Schilter Family Farm

October 1 – 31
10am – 6pm daily
141 Nisqually Cutoff Road SE, Olympia
www.schilterfamilyfarm.com

Maze, pumpkin cannon, hay rides, petting farm, and more.

Stocker Farms

September 24 – October 31
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
8705 Marsh Road, Snohomish
www.stockerfarms.com

Also featuring hay rides, trout fishing, barrel train, Haunted “Field of Screams” and more.

Rutledge Corn Maze

September 21 – October 31

Open: Daily, opening at 10:00 am and lasting until midnight for the haunted version of the corn maze.

302 93rd Avenue Southeast, Tumwater

rutledgecornmaze.com

Marshawn Lynch corn maze, haunted maze, and “The Farm Maze Investigation”.

October 31^st

3 pm – Close Applebee’s

Half price selected appetizers, $2 domestic pints, $1 Jell-o shots (visit now and ask for a $5 off coupon good on Halloween only).

Haunted Houses

Nightmare at Beaver Lake – Sammamish

The park is transformed from Oct. 19 through 31 (closed 10/22 and 23) into a haunted hallow filled with scary sets and an 1,800 square-foot haunted house. Admission is $10 per person for the Family Scare (7 – 7:45pm), $16/person for the Full Scare (8 pm to closing 10 pm school nights, 11pm Fridays and Saturdays). Bring a canned good for $1 off. All proceeds benefit the Sammamish Rotary Club’s high school scholarships and funding for community and international service projects.

http://www.nightmareatbeaverlake.com/

Creepshow! Terror in Tacoma

Washington State History Museum from 7-11pm on Oct. 25, 26 and 27. Hollywood special effects artists and theatrical professionals transform the museum into a spectacle of shadow and sound to take you on a horror adventure through the decades. http://www.wshs.org/wshm/event-programs.aspx

Pierce County Asylum – Tacoma

Pierce County Asylum. Formerly Black Lake Asylum; the haunted house is located at Cheney  Stadium and is open Fridays and Saturdays from 7-11pm and Sundays from 6-10pm. Admission is $13 per person.

http://tacomahauntedhouse.com/

Kitsap County Haunted Fairgrounds – Bremerton

Open from 5-11pm each night. Admission is $10.

http://www.kitsaphauntedfairgrounds.com/

Theatrical Nightmare – Fort Lewis

Open from October 25th to October 31st from 7-9pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children under 12, and $2 for the “not-so-scary” version.

http://www.theatricalnightmare.com/

KUBE 93 Haunted House – Seattle/Georgetown

Open September 28th to November 3rd. Receive discount admission for food donations. Admission rates vary.

http://www.kube93.com/pages/haunted_house.html

Dark Hollow Haunted Forest – Maple Valley

Hours vary.  General admission is $15, and $5 for the all ages family walk.

http://www.darkhollowhaunt.com/

The park is transformed from Oct. 19 through 31 (closed 10/22 and 23) into a haunted hallow filled with scary sets and an 1,800 square-foot haunted house. Admission is $10 per person for the Family Scare (7 – 7:45pm), $16/person for the Full Scare (8 pm to closing 10 pm school nights, 11pm Fridays and Saturdays). Bring a canned good for $1 off. All proceeds benefit the Sammamish Rotary Club’s high school scholarships and funding for community and international service projects.

http://www.nightmareatbeaverlake.com/

Creepshow! Terror in Tacoma

Washington State History Museum from 7-11pm on Oct. 25, 26 and 27. Hollywood special effects artists and theatrical professionals transform the museum into a spectacle of shadow and sound to take you on a horror adventure through the decades. http://www.wshs.org/wshm/event-programs.aspx

Pierce County Asylum – Tacoma

Pierce County Asylum. Formerly Black Lake Asylum; the haunted house is located at Cheney  Stadium and is open Fridays and Saturdays from 7-11pm and Sundays from 6-10pm. Admission is $13 per person.

http://tacomahauntedhouse.com/

Kitsap County Haunted Fairgrounds – Bremerton

Open from 5-11pm each night. Admission is $10.

http://www.kitsaphauntedfairgrounds.com/

Theatrical Nightmare – Fort Lewis

Open from October 25th to October 31st from 7-9pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children under 12, and $2 for the “not-so-scary” version.

http://www.theatricalnightmare.com/

KUBE 93 Haunted House – Seattle/Georgetown

Open September 28th to November 3rd. Receive discount admission for food donations. Admission rates vary.

http://www.kube93.com/pages/haunted_house.html

Dark Hollow Haunted Forest – Maple Valley

Hours vary.  General admission is $15, and $5 for the all ages family walk.

http://www.darkhollowhaunt.com/

*Please note that any errors or omissions are unintentional. We recommend that you contact event hosts to confirm days, times and any other other special requirements.*

Wonder what to do with that old appliance, unused tires or boxes of shredding? Bring it to the City of Kent’s residential recycling event on Sat., Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Held at the Russell Road Park (24400 Russell Rd., Kent), Kent residents can bring their unused, outdated household items including:

• Appliances
• Tires
• Confidential shredding (up to 3 file boxes)
• Electronics (limited)
• Mattresses
• Styrofoam
• Car seats – seats less than 6 years old that meet safety standards will be put back into use.
  
• Concrete, rocks, asphalt and bricks
• Petroleum products

TVs, computers and laptops will not be accepted. For more information, click here for the city’s Fall Recycling Event flyer.

Contributed by the King County Solid Waste Division, reprinted with permission. Some links added by iLoveKent.net.

King County Executive honors 92 local companies and non-profits for waste prevention and recycling:  Organizations named as ‘Best Workplaces for Waste Prevention and Recycling’

King County Executive Dow Constantine today applauded 92 local companies for reducing waste and increasing recycling, naming them as the county’s “Best Workplaces for Waste Prevention and Recycling for 2012.”

“From recycling Styrofoam and cell phones to creating new programs for composting, the innovation these organizations have shown proves that sound environmental practices can go hand-in-hand with a successful business,” said Executive Constantine.

The sixth-annual list spans a wide array of businesses in King County, including hospitality, medical services, professional services, retail, finance, government, arts and entertainment and others. The list includes an honor roll for companies that have made the list at least five years in a row.

The businesses honored use a wide range of recycling and waste reduction strategies, including:

• Eastside Community Aid Thrift Shop’s program that donates customer cell phones to domestic violence shelters;
• Safeway’s styrofoam recycling program; and
• Lake Washington School District’s new composting efforts, which have helped reduce their garbage pick-ups by 50 percent.

“Many times, what businesses consider waste is something other entities can use and actually purchase,” said Andrew Koeppen, managing director at Hot Off the Press, a local family-owned printer based in Redmond, and a first-time Best Workplace for Waste Prevention and Recycling. “Finding out where our waste can be used helps our society become a community.”

Hot Off the Press holds green print design seminars to teach others how to design printed documents and business materials in an environmentally conscious way. They donate the paper they don’t use to local schools and non-profits.

Last year, businesses in King County sent more than 180,000 tons of recyclable materials to the landfill. King County’s Solid Waste Division compiles the “Best Workplaces for Waste Prevention and Recycling” list annually to recognize the top recyclers and waste reducers, and help motivate others in the local business community.

All businesses operating in King County outside the City of Seattle are eligible for the list. To secure their spot, businesses are required to meet the same five basic criteria, as well as 10 additional waste reduction and recycling criteria, such as using reusable or compostable dishware in kitchens, collecting batteries for recycling or sending electronic invoices.

To see the complete list of 2012 Best Workplaces for Waste Prevention and Recycling and to learn more about what these businesses are doing to improve recycling programs, visit www.kingcounty.gov/recyclemore, and click on the link.

To learn more about the program, contact Karen May at 206-296-4353, or karen.may@kingcounty.gov.

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On July 25, King County’s Solid Waste Division announced that 92 local companies have been named to the 2012 “Best Workplaces for Recycling and Waste Reduction” list, including five businesses/offices in Kent. The list recognizes businesses with exceptional recycling programs and for their commitment to reducing the amount of waste their company produces. Last year, businesses in King County sent more than 180,000 tons of recyclable materials to the landfill. However, King County’s Solid Waste Division compiles the “Best Workplaces for Waste Prevention and Recycling” list annually to recognize the top recyclers and waste reducers, and help motivate others in the local business community.

The sixth-annual list spans a wide array of businesses in King County, including hospitality, medical services, professional services, retail, finance, government, arts and entertainment and others. Below is yesterday’s press release from King County. We can offer interviews with King County Solid Waste representatives about business waste reduction, as well as contacts for Kent businesses that made the list.

Kent honorees:

• Applus Technologies
• City of Kent
• Ingenium
• Kent Downtown Partnership
• Torklift Central

The following is an update sent to some Kent business owners today by Andrea Keikkala, Executive Director of the Kent Chamber of Commerce. It’s an update on the Kent City Council’s action at last night’s meeting. Thanks, Andrea, for allowing us to reprint your update. Emphasis added by iLoveKent.net.

Thank you, for your time and hard work to quickly learn about the B&O Tax issue and Kent’s infrastructure funding challenges. Last night the City of Kent Council did NOT pass a proposed B&O Tax. The vote came down 5 to 2 on an ordinance that would have put into place a .2 B&O Tax on Warehouses only. However, a Resolution was passed that solidifies the continued work of the business community and the city of Kent to come up with $4-6 million by the end of the year in a revenue generating mechanism. Be that, B&O, Head Tax, Door Tax, etc.

Section 2 of Statement of Intent Resolutions – “ The city council will consider all available revenue structures, including, without limitation, a Business and Occupation Tax, a Business License Tax, a Transportation Benefit District, and any other tax or fee structure that will best serve the needs of the people to have well maintained streets while imposing the least and fairest burden on the business community of Kent” This resolution passed the council on a 6 to 1 vote.

The hard work is just beginning. The City of Kent Council talked a lot about trust, hope and their desire to keep the business community at the table. We need to make sure we follow through and do our part. This is an opportunity for the business community to give input on the economic vitality of Kent and guide the process. Please make sure that you make time to be at this table. We will be gathering information, mapping out next steps and will call for a follow up meeting with the business community shortly to review all taxing mechanisms available.

As we requested, the City of Kent also passed a resolution to hire an outside consulting firm to do an efficiencies study. This was passed by council unanimously.

Also, as requested by the Kent Chamber, a Levy Lid Lift of $.37/1000 assessed valuation will be put on the ballot this November. This resolution passed the City of Kent council on a 4 to 3 vote.

Again, thank you all for your work on this issue. Thank you for your phone calls, emails and discussion. I look forward to working with you in the near future.

Best Regards,

Andrea (Keikkala)