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Girl On The Road: Cartoonist Noel Franklin to discuss her graphic memoir-in-progress

Girl On The Road: Cartoonist Noel Franklin to discuss her graphic memoir-in-progress

Noel Franklin, an award-winning Seattle Cartoonist who formerly lived in Kent, shares her craft with the public at the Kent Regional Library on Saturday, Oct.… Continue reading

  • Oct 20, 2017
Girl On The Road: Cartoonist Noel Franklin to discuss her graphic memoir-in-progress
Ringwald reschedules Kent Spotlight Series performance

Ringwald reschedules Kent Spotlight Series performance

The city of Kent Spotlight Series concert featuring actress, singer and writer Molly Ringwald has been rescheduled for next year. Ringwald was scheduled to perform… Continue reading

  • Oct 17, 2017
Ringwald reschedules Kent Spotlight Series performance
KentHOPE’s fifth annual fundraising dinner set for Nov. 4

KentHOPE’s fifth annual fundraising dinner set for Nov. 4

KentHOPE’s fifth annual fundraising dinner is Saturday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the Renton Pavilion Event Center, 233 Burnett Ave. S. KentHOPE… Continue reading

  • Oct 17, 2017
KentHOPE’s fifth annual fundraising dinner set for Nov. 4
Senior cast presents fall performances

Senior cast presents fall performances

Kent Senior Activity Center theater troupe known as the Knot Quite Write Players presents its fall play lineup

  • Oct 13, 2017
Senior cast presents fall performances
Kent’s Hometown Holiday country music lineup released

Kent’s Hometown Holiday country music lineup released

Dustin Lynch, Big & Rich, Chris Janson and Michael Ray along with special guest Tyminski are in the lineup for the annual Hometown Holiday country… Continue reading

  • Oct 13, 2017
Kent’s Hometown Holiday country music lineup released
Born to perform

Born to perform

Kentwood graduate makes move from Sea Gal to Laker Girl

Born to perform
Kent concert to feature flamenco and Mediterranean music from Barcelona

Kent concert to feature flamenco and Mediterranean music from Barcelona

Las Migas brings a fascinating blend of flamenco and Mediterranean music to Kent’s Spotlight Series on Friday, Oct. 27. The show is at 7:30 p.m.… Continue reading

  • Oct 9, 2017
Kent concert to feature flamenco and Mediterranean music from Barcelona
Kent seeks entries for online arts exhibit

Kent seeks entries for online arts exhibit

The Kent Arts Commission is seeking entries for an online exhibit via Kent Creates, a web platform for sharing art, culture and creative endeavors. The… Continue reading

  • Oct 9, 2017
Kent seeks entries for online arts exhibit

CHI Franciscan Health recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month

CHI Franciscan Health is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month by reinforcing recommended screenings and engaging in community outreach throughout the month of October. CHI Franciscan… Continue reading

  • Oct 8, 2017
Kent Lutheran Church program to help South Sudanese women, girls

Kent Lutheran Church program to help South Sudanese women, girls

Kent Lutheran Church hosts an informational meeting about its Nyaboth project, which will help women and girls in South Sudan, at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct.… Continue reading

  • Oct 6, 2017
Kent Lutheran Church program to help South Sudanese women, girls
Chatelains present Glorious, fall dance showcase on Oct. 28

Chatelains present Glorious, fall dance showcase on Oct. 28

The Kentridge Chatelains present Glorious, a fall dance showcase, for two performances on Saturday, Oct. 28. Show times are 2 and 7 p.m. at the… Continue reading

  • Oct 6, 2017
Chatelains present Glorious, fall dance showcase on Oct. 28

DAWN gala set for Saturday

DAWN (Domestic Abuse Women’s Network) hosts its 21st annual Gala and Auction on Saturday to raise money for survivors of domestic violence in King County.… Continue reading

  • Oct 6, 2017
Kent Downtown Partnership celebrates 25th anniversary

Kent Downtown Partnership celebrates 25th anniversary

The Kent Downtown Partnership (KDP) hosts an open house to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The open house will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on… Continue reading

  • Oct 5, 2017
Kent Downtown Partnership celebrates 25th anniversary
Benefit walk raises $26,739 to fight hunger

Benefit walk raises $26,739 to fight hunger

The 25th annual Dr. Dave Turner Memorial Kent CROP Hunger Walk attracted 111 participants from eight organizations on Sunday, raising $26,739 to help end hunger.… Continue reading

  • Oct 4, 2017
Benefit walk raises $26,739 to fight hunger
Green River College hosts Festive Fall Bazaar on Oct. 14

Green River College hosts Festive Fall Bazaar on Oct. 14

The Festive Fall Bazaar comes to Green River College on Saturday, Oct. 14. Support 15 local, small vendors and crafters and let them help you… Continue reading

  • Oct 4, 2017
Green River College hosts Festive Fall Bazaar on Oct. 14
Left Behind K9 Rescue help dogs in need

Left Behind K9 Rescue help dogs in need

All great dogs end with a tail, but this great tale begins with a dog. A homeless pooch to be precise, a Pomeranian confined to… Continue reading

  • Sep 28, 2017
  • By Kevin Hanson Senior Writer
Left Behind K9 Rescue help dogs in need
Fans, car enthusiasts flock to HAWKtoberfest

Fans, car enthusiasts flock to HAWKtoberfest

Patrick “Seahawk” Duncan insists he’s not a nut, just a passionate fan who enjoys sharing the love of his team with others. Dressed in a… Continue reading

Fans, car enthusiasts flock to HAWKtoberfest
Kent Community Foundation to host second annual Kent Has Talent

Kent Community Foundation to host second annual Kent Has Talent

The Kent Community Foundation hosts its second annual Kent Has Talent – an all-ages talent show – on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 7 to 9… Continue reading

  • Sep 26, 2017
Kent Community Foundation to host second annual Kent Has Talent
Wylie & The Wild West to kick up Kent Spotlight Series

Wylie & The Wild West to kick up Kent Spotlight Series

Wylie Gustafson – singer, songwriter, rancher, horseman and yodeler – leads the musical outfit of Wylie & The Wild West for a 7:30 p.m. Friday,… Continue reading

  • Sep 25, 2017
Wylie & The Wild West to kick up Kent Spotlight Series
Kent Arts Commission offers funding for 2018 Community Art Projects

Kent Arts Commission offers funding for 2018 Community Art Projects

The city of Kent Arts Commission offers funding opportunities for local community arts through its Community Arts Support Program. The program provides financial support for… Continue reading

  • Sep 25, 2017
Kent Arts Commission offers funding for 2018 Community Art Projects