What’s going on around Renton? | Feb. 19 edition
Published 1:45 pm Friday, February 20, 2026
Feb. 13 – March 1
“She Loves Me” at Renton Civic Theatre: A charming romantic comedy set in a 1930s European parfumerie, where two feuding coworkers find unexpected connection through anonymous letters. Heartfelt and witty, this musical sparkles with timeless melodies and endearing characters. For dates and times (including matinees), visit rentoncivictheatre.org or email boxoffice@rentoncivictheatre.org. Located at 507 S. 3rd Street.
Feb. 19
Café Vets: Monthly gathering of veterans and guests for coffee and refreshments hosted by Renton American Legion Post 19 and Auxiliary Unit 19 on the third Thursday of every month (except December) from 10 a.m. to noon. Come for coffee, camaraderie and goodies. Legion membership is not a requirement, though most veterans are eligible for membership. Post Service Officer will be on hand, in case someone needs assistance with a VA claim. No agenda, just veterans getting together with other veterans and their friends. Post Hall is in the Renton Highlands, under the water tower (3224 Northeast 12th Street).
Feb. 28
North Renton Neighborhood Association Community Clean Up: Join the regular Community Clean Up at Sartori Elementary School from 9-11 a.m. Meet at 332 Park Avenue North, where parking is available though public transportation is encouraged. Trash grabbers, bags, gloves, vests, coffee and donuts will be supplied. Be sure to wear weather appropriate clothes and bring a water bottle, plus family and friends. Email north.renton@gmail.com or visit nrna.blogspot.com.
March 1
Fourth Annual Black Makers and Creatives at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington’s Grand Ballroom: Celebrate Seattle’s vibrant Black community with art, music, dance, a fashion show and more. This year’s event has the theme “I Choose You,” a letter to Black love, music and lyricism, with featured artists ranging from Anokye Agofomma, a Ghanian cultural dance group, to Monae Brown of Moes Art Gallery. Event attendees can also enjoy pop-ups from Black-owned food and beverage vendors including Soul Fusion Food, Sansinos Catering, and the Woodinville-based On Blended Knee winery. Ticket sales from the event will be donated to Family First Community Center. Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased at hyattexperiences.com. Starts at 1 p.m. and located at 1053 Lake Washington Blvd. North.
March 10
The Renton American Legion Fred Hancock Post 19: The Renton American Legion Fred Hancock Post 19 meets the second Tuesday of every month, except July and August, at 7 p.m. at the Post Hall, 3224 NE 12th Street, in the Renton Highlands, under the water tower. All veterans welcome. Most vets eligible for membership. America’s premier patriotic veterans organization and the prime driver of the original G.I. Bill, the Legion focuses on service to veterans and has influenced considerable social change in America, won hundreds of benefits for veterans, and produced many important programs for the community, children and youth.
March 13
Free Winter Film Fest at Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center: As if! North Renton Neighborhood Association and the Renton Neighborhood Program present a free screening of the 1990s cult classic “Clueless.” Doors open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Located at 211 Burnett Avenue North.
March 18
Kiwanis Club of Renton Open House: From 6:30-7:30 p.m., bring your energy, ideas, sweat equity and the chance to meet other do-gooders and accept the challenge to have ordinary people do extraordinary things to uplift the Renton community and serve Renton children. Located at Renton Technical College, Building N, large classroom. There will be signage and volunteers to greet participants and attendees. Contact Charlie Schmidt for details at charles.schmidt386@gmail.com.
Saturdays
The Table: A Free Community Meal at Luther’s Table: In partnership with Reach Meal Coalition and Sustainable Renton, all are welcome to this no sign-up, no cost warm meal while connecting with neighbors and community members. Volunteers are welcome to help with meal preparation, cooking, set-up, serving meals, welcoming guests, clean-up, sorting and prepping ingredients for future meals. Located at 419 South 2nd Street.
Renton Parkrun at Cedar River Trail: This weekly 5K community event takes place every Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Cedar River Trail trailhead by the I-405 overpass. This free event does require registration but is meant to be a fun event where walkers, joggers, runners, volunteers and spectators can come together. For more information, visit parkruns.us/renton/ and the exact coordinates of the event are 47.4802N, -122.199W.
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