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Trillium Kids, a new children’s boutique, will hold its grand opening in downtown Burien on September 26 and 27, 2025. The store, founded by mother-daughter duo Chelsey Hancock and Monica Barret, features curated clothing and toys for kids, alongside various opening weekend activities including a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a custom embroidery event.
The Pyrex and Vintage Fest will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, at Marvista Elementary School in Normandy Park. Attendees can shop for vintage Pyrex, holiday decor, classic toys, retro clothing, and handmade art. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with early access available for $5.
The Burien Brat Trot returns on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, featuring a 5k fun run and a Kids 1k in Downtown Burien. The event includes awards, a raffle, and an after party with food and activities, supporting the Highline Schools Foundation.
Downtown Burien will host the Creepy Crawler Costume Contest pub crawl on Friday, Oct. 25, from 5 to 10 p.m. Participants can win cash prizes for best costumes while supporting local businesses. The event will also feature screenings of “Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Theater Simple presents “Caravan Chronicles: Urban Reunion” with free outdoor performances in Burien and Kent this weekend. The shows, celebrating the production's 20th anniversary, invite families to engage in storytelling and humor. Attendees should prepare for wet weather by bringing boots.
Air quality in King County has dropped to unhealthy levels due to wildfire smoke affecting the Puget Sound region. The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency urges sensitive groups to take precautions, as health risks from smoke include respiratory issues and cardiovascular strain. Westerly winds expected soon may improve conditions.
The Port of Seattle offers $500,000 for community organizations to fund environmental improvement projects around Sea-Tac Airport and South King County. Eligible groups can apply for up to $20,000 annually or $60,000 for multi-year projects, with proposals due by October 31, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance green spaces and address environmental disparities in historically underrepresented communities.
Local residents can share personal stories at the 7 Stories event, themed “Way Too Close,” at the Highline Heritage Museum on Sept. 26, 2025. The free event aims to foster community, empathy, and diversity through true tales told by community members. Storytellers can sign up for coaching and assistance, with a live stream available on Facebook for those unable to attend in person.
Highline Public Schools seeks up to 40 family members for the Superintendent’s Family Action Committee to enhance family engagement and accountability. Applications are open to parents and guardians of current students, with terms lasting two years. The first meeting for the 2025-26 school year is set for October 27.
Tukwila residents can recycle old paint for free on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Tukwila Community Center. The event, organized by the City of Tukwila and GreenSheen Paint, will accept various types of paint in containers of five gallons or smaller. No pre-registration is required, but certain hazardous materials will not be accepted.