Whats going on in Renton this October

Looking for something to do? Want to help out the community? Here is a small list of a few things that are going on that could be fun for you and the family.


Green and Clean Saturday

October 4, 2008
Heritage Park, 233 Union Ave NE
9:30am to 11:30am
Get ready to roll up your sleeves, enjoy the changing autumn leaves, and help make a difference in one of our newest parks. Make it a family day! Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. Call 425-430-6600 for more information or to register your group, yourself, or your family! Check-in begins at 9am. Heritage Park, 233 Union Ave NE

Renton Municipal Arts Commission Next Meeting

October 7, 2008Council Conference Room, Renton City Hall4:30pm

Teen Summit

October 8, 2008
Renton Community Center
8:00a. to 1:00pm
A fun-filled day of motivational speakers, educational break-out sessions such as money management, heathy lifestyles, career pathways, going green and much more! This event if FREE to Renton youth in grades 7 - 11 and lunch is provided. Contact the Renton Community Center at 425-430-6700 to register. Renton Community Center

Renton Shredathon

October 11, 2008
Sams Club Parking lot, 901 S Grady Way
9:00am to 12:00pm
Free - up to five boxes containing paper documents to be destroyed in a truck-mounted shredder. Donation of canned goods will be accepted for Renton Food Bank. A cooperative program between Renton Police, Sams Club, Iron Mountain, and Food Bank. Sams Club Parking lot, 901 S Grady Way

Speaker Series at the Museum

October 14, 2008
Renton History Museum, 235 Mill Ave
4:30pm to 6:00pm
The program features a screening of Land of the Giants, a documentary that explores the story of the old Indian trail that became the seven-lane Interstate 90. The “giants”—huge hemlock, cedar, fir and spruce trees—gave rise to a thriving lumber and logging industry. The film’s co-producer Chuck Brodish will tell the story behind the video. High school through adults. Renton History Museum, 235 Mill Ave