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Kiwanis Club of Renton will host an open house at the Skyway VFW hall on March 18. President Kim-Khánh Van (far left) says that the club will “continue our traditions of serving children and communities for the next 93 years. We invite the community to join us on this journey to serve our children and communities.” Courtesy photo

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What’s going on around Renton? | Feb. 12 edition

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Black Lives Matter mural in Downtown Renton. Bailey Jo Josie / Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Feb. 5 edition

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Whimsical crochet fiber art adorns a traffic sign near Azteca Boxing Club, The Rose Gift House and Coffee, Tomato Tomäto Creative and Idolize Tattoo in downtown Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Jan. 29 edition

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Chiho Sanada talks with a guest about one of her pieces. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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See local Japanese-American art at The Lakeshore

The art gallery will run until May.

Love is Resistance: A Resounding Love fundraiser concert will be at Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center on Feb. 1. Courtesy photo

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What’s going on around Renton? | Jan. 22 edition

Jan. 24

Black Lives Matter mural in Downtown Renton. Bailey Jo Josie / Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Jan. 15 edition

Free Winter Film Fest presents “Clueless” at Carco Theatre.

Even the cold temps of the Polar Bear Double Dip at the Henry Moses Aquatic Center couldn’t deter New Year’s Day dippers and swimmers. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Jan. 8 edition

Jan. 10

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Photos: An icy start to 2026 with the Polar Bear Double Dip

From Lake Washington to the city’s Aquatic Center, Renton knows how to shock the system for the New…

A scene from the 2025 Polar Bear Plunge at Gene Coulon Beach Park. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Jan. 1 edition

Happy New Year from the Renton Reporter team

The Clam Lights at Gene Coulon Park come to a close Sunday, Jan. 4. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 25 edition

Renton Community Calendar.

The Bellevue Ice Rink in downtown Bellevue. Photo courtesy of Bellevue Downtown Association.

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Where to go ice skating in King County

Gliding around the ice is one of the joys of the holiday season — but not one you…

Santa stands among a sea of presents at the “North Pole.” Photo courtesy of Greg Bakke.

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The Forgotten Children’s Fund brings gifts and joy for nearly 50 years

Santa Claus is coming to town and he is bringing gifts to the underserved families this holiday season.

On Friday, Dec. 5, the City of Renton and Ivar’s kicked off the annual Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park holiday lights with festivities including photos with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. Enjoy the daily Clam Lights from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. until Sunday, Jan. 4. The park is located at 1201 Lake Washington Boulevard North in Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 18 edition

Renton Community Calendar.

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts

In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous…

Annie is accompanied by Oliver Warbucks and Grace Farrell to the movies. Photo courtesy of Renton Civic Theatre

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Renton Civic Theatre’s “Annie” is a holiday treat

RCT’s final show of 2025 ends its run on Sunday, Dec. 21.

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Take a free photo with Santa Claus at Santa House at the Renton Civic Theatre on the first three Saturdays of December, from 1–4 p.m. Furry family members are welcomed too.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 11 edition

Renton Community Calendar.

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Soggy dogs get their cardio in at the Candy Cane 5K | Photos

Over 400 people signed up for this year’s annual K9 Candy Cane 5K Fun Run and Walk in…

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Strong winds can’t deter the Clam Lights

The annual Gene Coulon Park illumination kickoff was met with strong winds, holiday music and large crowds.

Clear your calendar for Renton holidays events throughout the month of December and into January. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 4 edition

Renton Community Calendar.

The 2023 K9 Candy Cane 5K Fun Run and Walk will be on Sunday, Dec. 3. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 27 edition

Renton Community Calendar.