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AMC-Kent Station to show ‘Doctors Without Borders’ documentary

Kent moviegoers will get a chance to watch the documentary “Living in Emergency: Stories of Doctors Without Borders,” at a special one-night event at 8 p.m. Dec. 14 at the AMC-Kent Station 14 theaters.

  • Nov 17, 2009
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Globetrotters to return to town

The Harlem Globetrotters are coming back to Kent 7 p.m. Feb. 19 at the ShoWare Center. Tickets went on sale Nov. 11.The Globetrotters sold out… Continue reading

  • Nov 17, 2009
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Disney Live coming to Kent

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy and Donald Duck will appear at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at the ShoWare Center as part of a Disney Live… Continue reading

  • Nov 17, 2009
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Army veteran Bill Graham salutes the Army flag during Veterans Day ceremonies Nov. 11 at the Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.

SLIDESHOW: Tahoma honors area veterans

The Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent honored its veterans in a big way Wednesday, Veterans Day. Ceremonial wreath-laying, speeches and music were part of the activities, as well as quieter moments for families to place flags and flowers on grave sites.

  • Nov 12, 2009
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Army veteran Bill Graham salutes the Army flag during Veterans Day ceremonies Nov. 11 at the Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.
Two kendo competitors engage in battle Nov. 7

Way of the sword: Kendo tournament comes to Kent

They came in their keiko-gi (tunics), hakama (pants) and their bogu (armor.) They swung their shinai (swords) with fervor, shouting with great kiai (spirit). So passed Nov. 17 at the Kent Commons, the epicenter of the annual Kent Kendo Club Tournament.

Two kendo competitors engage in battle Nov. 7
Former competitive skater Sonia Spence

For this Disney on Ice skater, her job is a complete joy

It’s a long way from Nashville, Tenn. to the ShoWare Center in Kent, but it’s just the beginning for Soniah Spence, who will take the ice as part of Disney On Ice’s “Worlds of Fantasy” show.

Former competitive skater Sonia Spence

Ice racers to compete

The World Championship Ice Racing Series comes to the ShoWare Center 8 p.m. Dec. 18.Professional racers compete on motorcycles and four-wheel all-terrian vehicles around an… Continue reading

  • Nov 10, 2009
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Toby Mac coming to Kent

Christian rapper Toby Mac brings his "Winter Wonder Slam" tour to Kent 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at the ShoWare Center.The concert also features Relient K,… Continue reading

  • Nov 10, 2009
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Ride the carousel Nov. 27

Take a carousel ride starting Nov. 27, when the Morford Family Carousel opens for the holiday season at Town Square Plaza, Second Avenue and Harrison… Continue reading

  • Nov 10, 2009
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Do lunch, see fashions Dec. 2

Soroptimist International of Kent will sponsor a Holiday Luncheon and Fashion Show at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 2 at the Meridian Valley Country Club, 24830 136th… Continue reading

  • Nov 10, 2009
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Holiday Bazaar set for Dec. 4-5

More than 100 vendors are expected at the 26th annual Kent Parks Holiday Bazaar Dec. 4-5 at Kent Commons, 252 Fourth Ave. N. The bazaar runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 4 and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 5. Admission is $1. Children 12 and younger get in for free. Visitors are asked to bring a can of food for the Kent Food Bank.

  • Nov 10, 2009
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‘Little Women’ comes to Kentridge High School

The Kentridge Players present the musical “Little Women” opening Nov. 11 at the Kentridge Performing Arts Center, 12430 S.E. 208th St.

  • Nov 10, 2009
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Scaring up a ghoulish Halloween in Kent

Whether they were at a city-sponsored party at Kent Commons or enjoying an afternoon outing with their dogs dressed in embarrassing costumes, people in Kent got out and had a hauntingly fun time! Check out these pictures, taken at the City of Kent's Halloween party at Kent Commons, and Reber Ranch, which had a "Howl and Prowl" party on the biggest ghoul day of the year.

  • Nov 3, 2009
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Shirley Eck

Kent Holiday Craft Market opens Friday

Honey vendor Mark Johns enjoyed his first Kent Holiday Craft Market so much that he’s coming back this year. “It’s really well-attended,” said Johns, who found success at last year’s holiday market with his honeys and beeswax items. “There are a variety of vendors and a lot of really good crafts. It’s a real nice atmosphere with holiday music from a piano player and from singers. It’s one of our favorites, if not the favorite.”

  • Nov 3, 2009
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Shirley Eck

Disney on Ice coming to Kent

The Little Mermaid, The Lion King and Tinker Bell are on their way to Kent.Tickets are on sale for eight Disney on Ice shows Nov.… Continue reading

  • Nov 3, 2009
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Tea, fashion show planned

Attend an afternoon tea and vintage fashion show at 4 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Bittersweet Restaurant, 211 First Ave. S., that will benefit the… Continue reading

  • Oct 30, 2009
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Barbara Horn and Ralph Horn prepare to accept a Service Above Self award Saturday at Rotary Club of Kent Sunrise gala at the ShoWare Center.

Kent Rotary Sunrise Chapter taps top community volunteers for Service Above Self awards

Seven Kent community volunteers received the first Service Above Self awards from The Rotary Club of Kent Sunrise during a gala club event Saturday night… Continue reading

  • Oct 27, 2009
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Barbara Horn and Ralph Horn prepare to accept a Service Above Self award Saturday at Rotary Club of Kent Sunrise gala at the ShoWare Center.
Kent-Meridian parent Janice Adams

In their shoes: K-M parents learn firsthand about their kids’ classes

It wasn’t until the teacher started passing out quizzes that parent Kasheen Brown began to worry a little. “I thought they were going to make me take the quiz in geometry,” Brown said with a laugh. “I was worried. It’s been some years.”

Kent-Meridian parent Janice Adams

Community ‘Trunk or Treat’ party at Target parking lot

Parents can take their children, ages 3 to 12, to a trunk or treat Halloween Party from 4-6 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Target store parking lot, 26301 104th Ave. S.E.

  • Oct 20, 2009
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Holiday Craft Market set for Nov. 6-7

Get in the holiday spirit at the 23rd annual Holiday Craft Market Nov. 6-7 at the Kent Senior Activity Center, 600 E. Smith St.The market… Continue reading

  • Oct 20, 2009
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