September Newsletter
Let's stretch the last bits of summer as long we can--we're excited to share story ideas, notable news, and all the rest that's coming in September!
Take Note:
- Seattle Refined TV: Highlights our new adventure--Fascinating Tours--offering a narrated glimpse into the histories of the Green River Killer, Jimi Hendrix, Ted Bundy, an ancient sloth uncovered at the airport, and much more!
- New Businesses Now Open: A Vietnamese sandwich & coffee shop and halal bakery have become fast favorites amongst locals.
- Whale watching flight package: Visitors can fly directly from Seattle Southside to the San Juan Islands for whale watching on a One-Day Seaplane Flight Package Adventure with Fly2Whales!
- Station Domination: Seattle
Southside Takes over Airport Link Light Rail Station
52 Weeks of
Microadventures:
Microadventures are
snackable options for off-the-beaten-path experiences and that anyone can stack
together to build the perfect itinerary—whether they’ve got an hour or a whole
weekend to spare. See our suggestions for a full year’s
worth of microadventures.
New on our
Blog
- Mead is all
the buzz in Seattle Southside: did you know we have three meaderies within walking distance of each other?
- Not just for hardcore enthusiasts, anyone can look to the skies for
great Planespotting in Seattle
Southside.
- Our Guide
to Ridin' the Rails--learn all
the insiders' secrets to the stops along Sound Transit's Light Rail.
From candlelight
concerts at The Museum of Flight to wine and chocolate pairings and tastings at
Seattle Chocolate, there's a lot going on in Seattle Southside!
Every Sunday
Location: Des Moines Beach Park
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk,
jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! The
event takes place at Des Moines Beach Park Event Center, 22030 Cliff Ave S,
Des...
Inclusive +
Cultural Storytime
Every 4th Day of the Month
Location: Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St
Burien, Washington 98166
Get ready to be transported into a world of wonder and
imagination with our incredible storyteller, Ingrid Miller! Ingrid will weave
together captivating tales that celebrate the beauty of inclusion,...
Saltwater State
Park Free Days
Sep 23rd, Oct 10th
Location: Saltwater State Park
25205 8th Pl S, Des Moines, WA 98198
Des Moines, Washington
On these select days, all state parks in Washington will be
free to explore! Saltwater State Park delivers a sandy beach getaway on the
edge of Washington's largest urban area, and the park is only 2...
Sep 22nd, Oct 27th
Location: Highline Heritage Museum
819 SW 152nd St
Burien, Washington 98166
7 storytellers | 7 stories | 7 minutes eachWho hasn’t been captivated by a powerful or funny
story? 7 STORIES is a night of such storytelling –to build community, and
empathy, and...
Life Drawing
Class (with nude model)
Oct 21st
819 SW 152nd St
Burien, Washington
Instructed by Kevin BozeHosted by
Burien Arts AssociationParticipants must
bring their own sketch book, pencils, and eraser.
Every Thursday
Location: Discover Burien
480 SW 152nd Street
Burien, Washington 98166
Farmer's markets are an essential part of our economy and
community. Shopping at farmers' markets helps to support agricultural
producers, ensured food access for all, and builds connections between...
Sep 9th & 23rd
19804 8th Ave S Des Moines, WA 98148
, Washington
Have you heard of the church that sells Huli Huli Chicken &
Ribs in Des Moines, WA? Well that’s us! Twice a month
we sell chicken and rib meals to help fund our building campaign. Each meal...
Des Moines
Waterfront Farmers Market
Saturdays thru Sep
Location: Des Moines Farmers Market
22307 Dock Avenue South
Des Moines, Washington
98198
Set against the backdrop of the Olympics and the Puget Sound,
Des Moines Farmers Market is a must-see destination for buying locally. Located
in the close-knit Marina District of Des Moines, WA,
the...
Sundays thru Sep
819 SW 152nd St
Burien, Washington
Local & unique stories around the Sea-Tac Airport!Sites and
stories of:D.B Cooper Green River Killer
& Ted Bundy-Ghost Road Jimi Hendrix - Spanish Castle a 12,000-year-old
giant sloth...
Every Friday
Location: Seattle Chocolate
1180 Andover Park West
Tukwila, Washington
Experience the incredible pairing of jcoco chocolate with wine from Patterson Cellars. You
will be guided through a sensory exploration of four different wines by
Patterson’s Winemaker and...
Saturdays thru Sep
Location: Redondo
28280 Redondo Beach S Des Moines WA 98198
Des Moines, Washington
Swing down to the Sound for a sweet and/or savory bite to
eat every Saturday from 11 AM - 2 PM.
Geeks Who Drink
Trivia Night at Zeeks Pizza
Tuesdays in Sep
Location: Zeeks Pizza,
Seattle
6459 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98136
Modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the U.K., Geeks
Who Drink is an authentic homegrown trivia quiz. It’s a great way to drink with
friends, without burning brain cells. And it’s where useless...
Various dates Sep & Oct
Location: The Heart Gallery
625 SW 153rd St
Burien, Washington
The Heart Gallery Paint and Sip is your South Sound hub for
creativity. Paint, sip, sing, dance, drink, and make memories. See all of our
paint & sip dates below and book today!Admission buys
you...
Sep 9th
Location: Town Sqaure Park
480 SW 152nd St
Burien, Washington
Enjoy this unique opportunity to discover art all around
Burien at the 2022 Downtown Arts-A-Glow Art Light Festival. Head to downtown
Burien and discover light installations and performers, visit a...
Candlelight: 100
Years of Warner Bros.
Sep 14th
Location: The Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way S
Tukwila, Washington
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live,
multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen
before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to celebrate the 100th Anniversary...
Candlelight
Jazz: 20th Century Women
Sep 15th
Location: The Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way S
Tukwila, Washington
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live,
multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen
before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Nina...
Candlelight: The
Best of Joe Hisaishi at The Museum of
Flight
Sep 28th
Location: The Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way S
Tukwila, Washington
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live,
multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen
before in Seattle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Joe...