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Celebrate the Fourth of July with virtual activities for the entire family.
June 30, 2020
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Our Renton Weekly for June 30, 2020
Pop-Up Blood Drives in Renton
Bloodworks NW will be hosting pop-up donation centers in Renton during July at Renton Community Church (316 S. 3rd St.). Appointments are required and can be made online. Each appointment is for one hour. Walk-ins, guests and people under the age of 16 are not permitted.
Each location will have plenty of space to maintain social distancing and donors are required to wear a mask or face covering to all appointments. Donations in the next 10 days are critical. All blood types are urgently needed. Blood supplies are extremely low. Donating is safe, essential and urgently needed.
Anyone who donates before July 31 will be automatically entered into Bloodworks NW’s Pump It Up Sweepstakes for a chance to win a Peloton Bike. Double entries through July 11.
Renton Community Church, 316 S. 3rd St.
- Wednesday, July 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Friday, July 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Wednesday, July 8, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Friday, July 10, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free Virtual Programming
Our Recreation and Neighborhoods division has been getting creative with programming that you can participate in at home! Programming is free and open to all families.
Kick off this Fourth of July week with Trivia Tuesday beginning at 6:30 tonight! All ages are welcome to take part in live, virtual trivia from the comfort of their own home using a computer or mobile device. The theme is “Stars and Stripes” and we’ll test your knowledge on all things Fourth of July. Games are designed and hosted by TriviaHub Live and consist of three rounds over 60 minutes. Prizes included. Trivia Tuesdays will occur every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. through October 6. Find the login information here. The room opens at 6:15 p.m.
Celebrate the Fourth of July with virtual activities for the entire family! We have designed a virtual celebration with coloring pages, dance videos, DIY crafts and more. Plus, don’t forget to register for the virtual Stars N’ Strides 5K which will take place this Saturday! Join us as we start at 10 a.m. or complete it throughout the day.
We want to see your photos of you celebrating the Fourth of July from home with your family. Submit your Fourth of July photos to our Renton the Beautiful photo library and be featured on our website and social media channels.
On Monday, July 6, our four-week Campin’ Out series begins! Our staff has created outdoor-themed activities that can be enjoyed inside or outside. Week 1 kicks off with “Wellness in the Wilderness” and features a martial arts demonstration. Here are the dates and themes for Campin’ Out:
- Week 1 (July 6-10): Wellness in the Wilderness
- Week 2 (July 13-17): Under the Stars
- Week 3 (July 20-24): Campin' with Critters
- Week 4 (July 27-31): Van Gogh Outdoors
Activities may include yoga, dance, sing-a-longs and even a check-in with a biologist. Make sure to tag us in photos on social media with #CampinOut and #LetsGoRTN so we can see your camping adventures!
Fireworks Banned in City Limits
Remember the sale and use of fireworks is prohibited within Renton city limits. The ban has been in effect since 2005. More information on the ban here.
Water Quality Report
The city’s annual Water Quality Report is out for 2020! Renton residents, read about your water source, treatment, how the city complies with strict water standards and learn easy water saving techniques. Available online. For a printed copy, call 425-430-7287 or email Lauren Imhoff.
Barrier-Free Mobility Open House
We want to create a barrier-free city that is accessible to everyone. We are in the process of updating our plan to identify, prioritize and remove barriers, specifically for those with disabilities.
These barriers can include cracked and uneven sidewalks or locations without curb ramps or crosswalks that limit access of any kind.
Visit this online open house where you can review the city’s ADA transition project and even report barriers.
If you live in the city of Renton, please take this short survey to help us deliver barrier-free mobility. It should take less than 10 minutes to complete. This feedback will be used to guide the city in future planning projects and initiatives.
Learn more here.
Council Meeting Update
The City Council did not meet this week. Council will resume on Monday, July 6.
Renton LIVE!
This Wednesday at 6 p.m., join the Renton Chamber of Commerce on Facebook or YouTube for another episode of Renton Live! This week’s show features the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington, the city’s Recreation and Neighborhoods division on Campin’ Out, King County Library System and more.
This press release was produced by the City of Renton. The views expressed here are the author’s own.
