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Classic Wooden Boat Show returns to Des Moines Marina during upcoming Waterland weekend July 19-20 - The Waterland Blog

The timeless beauty of hand-crafted vessels will once again grace the Des Moines Marina as the Classic Wooden Boat Show drops anchor during Waterland weekend on Saturday and Sunday, July 19–20, 2025. Now a long-standing tradition since its launch in 2006, the event draws wooden boat enthusiasts and curious onlookers alike to admire watercraft dating from the 1920s through the 1960s. Visitors will have the chance to step aboard these lovingly res…Read Article

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Explore Puget Sound’s tidepools this summer at Saltwater State Park - The Waterland Blog

Curious about what lives just beneath the surface of Puget Sound? The City of Des Moines and Friends of Saltwater State Park are once again inviting the public to take a closer look — quite literally — during a series of Low Tide Beach Exploration events happening throughout July and August. These free, family-friendly events pair visitors with knowledgeable park naturalists for a hands-on look at tidepool ecosystems during some of the lowest ti…Read Article

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Legacy of Bj Bjorneby to roll on in Des Moines' 2025 Waterland Parade on Saturday, July 19 - The Waterland Blog

Bj was born in Kalispell Montana March 23, 1935. He passed away in Des Moines, WA on April 28, 2025. He moved to Washington when he was 6. He grew up in Bremerton where he met Anna. They married in 1956. They were married for over 67 years until Anna passed in October 2024. They moved to Des Moines in 1968 where they built a home on North Hill and lived there until moving to Wesley Des Moines just a year ago. They had 4 Children. Patti, Bob, Wen…Read Article

Des Moines will celebrate Waterland Parade on Saturday, July 19 with fresh route and two Grand Marshals - The Waterland Blog

The Waterland Parade is set to return to the streets of Des Moines on Saturday, July 19, 2025, with a new route, local Grand Marshals, and popular returning performers. This year’s Grand Marshals are longtime community contributors Tony Hettler and Michelle Fawcett. The event will feature a packed lineup of crowd favorites including the Husky Alumni Band, the Seahawks Blue Thunder Drumline, and a return appearance by the Cossacks stunt motorcycl…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

Maritime High School honors its first graduates with 100 percent graduation rate - The B-Town (Burien) Blog

Maritime High School (MHS), a regional choice public high school in Des Moines, WA, marked a historic milestone on June 18, 2025 with the graduation of its inaugural Class of 2025. The ceremony celebrated 31 pioneering students who have become the first graduates of this innovative maritime-focused educational institution. “I’m thrilled to congratulate this first graduating class of the Maritime High School in Des Moines,” said Rep. Adam Smith. …Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

Friday Roundtable: Des Moines Trail

A new trail segment has opened connecting the first two phases of the Lake to Sound Trail in Des Moines and SeaTac, as reported by Mara Mellits in the Seattle Times. The Times article has a map of the trail and its relationship to the Green River Trail, Interurban Trail, and Cedar River Trail. Today’s Roundtable looks at the current trail extent, and two future segments that will connect four major trails in south King County. With the new segme…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

Take a walk at Saltwater State Park in Des Moines this Saturday, June 28 - The Waterland Blog

On Saturday, June 28 at 11:00 am, we’ll walk at Saltwater State Park. The address is 25205 8th Pl S in Des Moines. We’ll meet in the lower parking lot near the bathrooms a few minutes before 11:00 am. You’ll need to have a Discover Pass for your car to park in the lot. If you don’t have one, you may be able to check out a Discover Pass at the Des Moines library, or most King County libraries, with your library card (if they have any available).Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

The Shark Next Door

Every summer, something ancient and mysterious swims up from the dark and into Puget Sound dive logs. Bluntnose sixgill sharks are deep-sea giants with fluorescent blue-green eyes. They usually cruise thousands of feet below the surface. But between June and September, they rise into the shallows off Redondo Beach in Des Moines, Wash. They’ve been seen here since at least the 1970s, though sightings have picked up in recent years. Puget Sound is…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

Des Moines Area Food Bank announces 2025 free summer meal sites - The Waterland Blog

The Des Moines Area Food Bank is once again offering free meals to children this summer as part of the federally funded Summer Food Service Program, with more than 20 open meal sites across South King County. Children ages 1 to 18 are eligible to receive free breakfasts, lunches or snacks, depending on the site, with no registration required. Locations include parks, schools, apartment complexes, and community centers in Des Moines, SeaTac, Buri…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

Overnight SR 99 closures for paving continue this weekend in Des Moines and SeaTac - The Waterland Blog

Paving and sidewalk upgrades will continue along northbound and southbound State Route 99 starting this Friday night, June 20, requiring another week of overnight lane closures in SeaTac and Des Moines. Closure […] The post Overnight SR 99 closures for paving continue this weekend in Des Moines and SeaTac appeared first on The Waterland Blog.Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

City of Des Moines launches summer neighborhood pop-ups with Tuesday, June 24 event at Wooton Park - The Waterland Blog

The City of Des Moines is inviting residents to connect with city staff during a series of informal summer “Neighborhood Pop-Up” events, beginning Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Wooton Park in Redondo. The event will take place from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and offers residents a chance to meet staff members, ask questions, share concerns, and enjoy a free Otter Pop in a relaxed outdoor setting. “This is your chance to chat with City staff about what’s on your…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article