Welcome to the KMPS Community Calendar! KMPS is proud to be a part of your community, and this calendar is a way to let us know what's going on with you.
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KMPS listeners are doing THEIR part to help out in the fight against breast cancer, by hosting the following events leading up to the Breast Cancer 3-Day Benefiting Susan G. Komen For The Cure. Click HERE to find out about activities in your area.
A benefit CD for Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Woodinville
Event: With Our Hands: World Folk Arts of Washington Date and Time: January 21, 2009 – August 23, 2009 Description: The History Museum and the Washington State Arts Commission have partnered to develop this folk art celebration that will introduce visitors to various folk art traditions; ranging from traditional Chinese paper cutting to Mexican horse hair weaving. The exhibit will feature the history of folk art and folk artists in Washington. A weekend festival with live demonstrations from more than 15 artists will be held April 18 and 19. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 AM - 5 PM, with extended hours and free admission every Thursday night, 5 - 8 PM; Sunday NOON - 5 PM. During the summer, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Museum is open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM. Admission: $25 for families (two adults and up to four children); $8 for adults; $7 for seniors, age 60 and above; $6 for students and military with valid ID; children, age 5 and below, and members are always FREE. Cost: $6-8 Location: Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 For more information: www.WashingtonHistory.org
Event: Women's Votes, Women's Voices Date and Time: February 28, 2009 – September 27, 2009 Description: This exhibit will highlight the history of the struggle of women to attain the right to vote in our state, in commemoration of the Washington Suffrage Centennial. Hear the story of how women from various ethnic and economic groups achieved a voice in public life, and how women’s voting influenced territorial and state history, such as prohibition laws. The exhibition will feature approximately 200 artifacts, interactive kiosks, and oral histories. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 AM - 5 PM, with extended hours and free admission every Thursday night, 5 - 8 PM; Sunday NOON - 5 PM. During the summer, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Museum is open on Mondays from 10 AM - 5 PM. Admission: $25 for families (two adults and up to four children); $8 for adults; $7 for seniors, age 60 and above; $6 for students and military with valid ID; children, age 5 and below, and members are always FREE. Cost: $6-8 Location: Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 For more information: www.WashingtonHistory.org
Bothell Farmers Market Date: June 5, 2009 - September 25, 2009 Time: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m Description: Bothell’s 12th Annual Farmers Market will feature many locally grown and organic fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, nuts, breads, berries, honey, and quality hand-crafted items made by local artisans. Local musicians will keep you humming while you make your purchases. Visitors will also enjoy the beautiful grounds of Country Village. Cost: FREE Location: Country Village Phone: 425-483-2250 For more information:www.countryvillagebothell.com
Pacific Days 2009 Our City?s 100th Birthday! Date and Time: 07/10/09 4PM through 07/12/09 4PM Description: The Pacific Partnerships is once again presenting its annual Pacific Days the weekend of Friday July 10 through Sunday July 12 in the City of Pacific Park located right next to the flowing White River. This year’s theme is a celebration of our city’s 100th birthday and features both a kid’s parade on Friday evening and our main event parade Saturday. There will also be old-fashioned kid activities, lots of free fun for the whole family along with vendors, food, crafts, and much, much more. Don’t miss it. Visit www.pacificpartnerships.org and click Pacific Days for full details. See you there! Cost: FREE Location: City of Pacific Park 600 3rd Ave SW Pacific Washington For more information:www.pacificpartnerships.org
Hadlock Days Date and Time: July 11 - 9:00 AM - July 12 - 5:00 PM Description: Hadlock Days 2009 will be presenting two days of Lawnmower Racing and a Classic Car Show on Sunday. Come Saturday early to find your choice viewing space of the the Parade. The Vendors will be open with food, arts and crafts, along with many other wares for your enjoyment. We will have some kiddy rides for the young to enjoy. The classic Car Show will have music for your listening and the entrance fee will be donation to benefit the Tri Area Food Bank. Bring some non-perishable items to help out the community. Lots of steel beauty for you to view and enjoy. The lawnmower races will have approximately 100 racers this year. Spread the word and bring your friends, family and neighbors out to enjoy and great weekend. Our Hadlock is about families, friends and neighbors building a community. Cost: Donation Location: Port Hadlock For more information: www.hadlockdays.com
McDonald's presents Seattle's Chinatown-International District Summer Festival 2 Date and Time: July 11, 11am-8pm and July 12, 11am-6pm Description: We welcome you as McDonald’s presents Seattle’s Chinatown-International District Summer Festival 2009! Come enjoy lively lion and dragon dances, rhythmic taiko drumming, award-winning drill teams, and much more! Showcase your vocal talents at our 7th Annual Karaoke Idol contest and get a chance to walk away with some great prizes! Bring your family and friends to visit our many booths featuring arts & crafts, local businesses, and community organizations! Don’t miss out on this special two-day event celebrating the largest Pan-Asian street festival in the Pacific Northwest, with some of the best arts, activities and food that Seafair has to offer! Cost: FREE Location: Hing Hay Park - 411 Maynard Ave S., Seattle, 98104 For more information:www.cidbia.org
Event: Friends Helping Friends Golf Tournament
Date and Time: Friday – July 24th, 2009 2:00 PM Shotgun Start - Check in begins @ 1:00 PM Description: Four person scramble – make up your own foursome or Let us match you with other fun golfers (or non golfers) Optional honey pots will be available - $10.00 closest to the pin hole #3 and $5.00 putting contest 50% of each pot will go to the winners and 50% to Friends Helping Friends. We will have many fabulous prizes that will be raffled off at the BBQ. Raffle tickets will be sold for $5.00 each need not be present to win. All raffle proceeds go to Friends Helping Friends. This is a fun only event. We have many great sponsors and lots of awesome prizes will be raffled. Everyone is welcome. Cost for dinner only will be $20.00. Please reserve your spot soon, space is limited. Cost: $100.00 per person–Includes 18 holes of golf with cart Range Balls-Tee prizes-BBQ Dinner and awards following golf Location: Harbour Pointe Golf Club - 425-355-6060 for directions For more information: Contact Aaron or Wendy to reserve spots: winsor525@aol.com
Little League Softball World Series Date and Time: Sunday - Aug. 16, 2009 through Sunday - Aug. 16, 2009 Description: The tournament is held annually, one of eight World Series sponsored by Little League Baseball Inc. It is a true "world" series, as participating teams represent regions from all over the globe. Everest Park in the great city of Kirkland, Washington, will play host. Tournament dates are Aug. 16-22, and we invite all to come be a part of this thrilling event. You can watch the championship game on the ESPN family of networks. Cost: FREE Location: Everest Park 600 8th St. S. Kirkland, WA 98033 For more information:http://www.jrsoftballworldseries.com/index.asp
32nd Annual LeMay Car Show and Auction Date and Time: August 29th at 9 am Description: LeMay - America’s Car Museum Celebrating America’s Love Affair with the Automobile See over 300 classic, modern and specialty automobiles, plus trucks and motorcycles. Almost every year and brand sold in America during the 20th century is represented. Don’t miss seeing this incredible collection! Guided tours are offered every Tuesday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for major American holidays) and Sundays 12-5 p.m. during the Summer. To make a tour reservation, please call (253) 779-8179. Get connected with America’s Car Club! Become a member and join our dynamic network of car enthusiasts from around the world. A portion of memberships is tax-deductible. Members receive various museum benefits according to the giving level. Visit www.lemaymuseum.org or call (253) 779-8490 for more information. Cost: General Admission is $10 and children 12 and under are $5 Location: Spanaway, WA For more information: www.lemaymuseum.org
Fishermen's Fall Festival Date and Time: September 26, 2009 11:00AM - Dusk Description: The 21st Annual Fishermen's Fall Festival is a FREE event celebrating our local fishing fleet. All proceeds directly benefit the Seattle Fishermen's Memorial and their efforts to honor the local fishing community and their families. The Fishermen's Fall Festival will feature industry related exhibits and competitions, fundraising salmon barbeque, children's activities including an appearance by J.P. Patches and musical entertainment. Cost: FREE Location: Fishermen's Terminal in Seattle For more information:www.anthonys.com
KMPS Colgate Country Showdown Congrats to our Colgate Country Showdown Winner: Nathan Chance! For more information on other Colgate Country Showdown events, click HERE. Thanks to all our contestants!Check out all the pictures HERE from the 2009 KMPS Colgate Country Showdown at the Taste of Tacoma! Congrats to our winner and our fantastic TIED runners up!
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