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With Nancy Turner’s final days as cook coming to an end after 40 years, Kent Lutheran Church is looking for volunteers to cook for the Kent Community Monday Night Supper served all year. STEVE HUNTER, Kent Reporter

Church seeks volunteer cooks, helpers for Kent Monday Night Supper

Free meal to community each Monday at Kent Lutheran Church

 

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Kent Community Monday Night Supper cook stepping down after 40 years

Nancy Turner to turn in her apron as she approaches 90th birthday

 

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Elf Academy cadets in Renton earn their jingle bells | Photos

The annual Elf Academy let’s local kids get their holiday spirit on with fun games, dancing and crafts.

 

Courtesy of the Grand Kyiv Ballet.

Ukraine’s most prestigious dancers bring ‘The Nutcracker’ to South King County

On Sunday, Dec. 22, the Grand Kyiv Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will showcase the most prestigious ballet dancers from Ukraine.

Courtesy of the Grand Kyiv Ballet.
The Kent International Festival received a $15,700 grant from 4Culture, one of several Kent groups to get funds. Courtesy Photo, Kent International Festival

Kent cultural groups to receive county grants from 4Culture

Kent International Festival, Kent Downtown Partnership, Greater Kent Historical Society among organizations

The Kent International Festival received a $15,700 grant from 4Culture, one of several Kent groups to get funds. Courtesy Photo, Kent International Festival
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Kent’s Winterfest kicks off holiday season with tree lighting, parade

‘A fun, fabulous time had by all’ during celebration at Town Square Plaza

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Cody Jinks will bring his honky-tonk music Thursday, July 17 to the ShoWare Center in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Cody Jinks

Cody Jinks Hippies & Cowboys Tour coming to Kent’s ShoWare Center

Tickets go on sale Dec. 6 for July 17 honky-tonk concert

Cody Jinks will bring his honky-tonk music Thursday, July 17 to the ShoWare Center in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Cody Jinks
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Kent’s Allegro dance studio to present sensory friendly holiday show

Performance is at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 at Auburn Performing Arts Center

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Miss Teen India contestant represents Renton

Washington state’s 1st runner-up is on her way to the national competition.

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Annual Kent Winterfest set for Saturday, Dec. 7 at Town Square Plaza

Food trucks, parade, music, tree lighting part of 2 to 7 p.m. festival downtown

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Donations begin in Kent for annual Toys for Joy program

Firefighters also run Jerry Woods Holiday Engine program to collect toys, money

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Entertainers wanted for Talent Quest show in Kent on Jan. 30

People of all ages and talents invited to register for event that will feature cash prizes

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In early October, the Tahoma National Cemetery donated over 1,000 pounds of food for King County Veterans Program clients. According to the KCVP Facebook page, 34 food bags were made to give away to local veterans. Photo courtesy of King County Veterans Program

Veteran services throughout South King County

When it comes to local services for veterans and their families, the King County Veterans Program (KCVP) can help find connections in financial, housing, wellness,… Continue reading

In early October, the Tahoma National Cemetery donated over 1,000 pounds of food for King County Veterans Program clients. According to the KCVP Facebook page, 34 food bags were made to give away to local veterans. Photo courtesy of King County Veterans Program
The Kent Holiday Craft Market will run Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2 at the Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent

Catch the Kent Holiday Craft Market Friday, Saturday Nov. 1-2

Features one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts from local artists and craftspeople

The Kent Holiday Craft Market will run Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2 at the Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent
Photos by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror
Wild Waves 2024 Crypt Keeper Challenge contestants.

Wild Waves 24-hour coffin challenge produces 5 brave winners

The first meal of the night at the Federal Way amusement park was tarantula-covered pizza.

Photos by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror
Wild Waves 2024 Crypt Keeper Challenge contestants.
Team Survivor Northwest hike to Twin Lakes in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Courtesy photo.

Team Survivor Northwest leads hiking adventures for women battling cancer

“It’s so wonderful connecting with all these women,” said breast cancer survivor Jennifer Dovey.

Team Survivor Northwest hike to Twin Lakes in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Courtesy photo.
Kent Station’s annual Haunted Boo-Levard is from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 at the shopping center. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent Station

Kent Station shopping center plans Halloween celebration Oct. 31

Trick or treating at local shops from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Kent Station’s annual Haunted Boo-Levard is from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 at the shopping center. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent Station
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Street of Treats Halloween event in downtown Kent set for Oct. 26

A frightfully fun family outing from 2 to 5 p.m. at 11 participating businesses

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The Wolf’s Hometown Holiday country concert set for Dec. 5 in Kent

Lineup: Jordan Davis, Randy Houser, Warren Zeiders, Jackson Dean, Priscilla Block and Zach Top

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My first Marble Queen Pothos, named Frida. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Plants are the new pets: Bringing some lively green to your living space

For people who may be new to house plants or those who want a way to help spruce up their living space, here are a few tips.

My first Marble Queen Pothos, named Frida. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.