Covington Arts Commission Submission deadline: 4/22/2019, 5 PM The City of Covington and the Covington Arts Commission announce a Call for Artists to submit proposals for the signature piece of public art to be permanently installed in the main entrance of Covington... Read more... City of Federal Way Application deadline: 4/1/2019, 4 PM The City of Federal Way Arts Commission in partnership with the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden (RSBG) and the Pacific Bonsai Museum announces a Call for Artists for the annual event Blue Poppy Day – A... Read more... Federal Way Arts Commission Submission deadline: 3/29/2019 The City of Federal Way Arts Commission invites local artists to submit a mural design as a launch to the first Piano in the Park program this summer. The piano will be displayed for the summer months at Town... Read more... Densho Deadline: 3/28/2019 Densho preserves and shares history of the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans to promote equity and justice today. Learn more at www.densho.org. This is opportunity is made possible thanks in part to funding from ArtsFund. For the... Read more... Washington State Historical Society Contest date: 3/28/2019 The Washington State Historical Society administers Washington State’s involvement in National History Day, a program that challenges over 500,000 middle and high school students across the United... Read more... Kent International Festival Date: 5/18/2019 The 11th annual Kent International Festival will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at accesso ShoWare. We are looking for individuals who want to volunteer at our festival and help us run the event. We have 2-hour volunteer... Read more... Dates: 2/4 – 3/16/2019 Pacific Bonsai Museum is excited to announce that four tropical bonsai from PBM’s collection are going on exhibit at Amazon’s Seattle Spheres. The Seattle Spheres is an immersive, tropical workspace for Amazon employees at 2111... Read more... Auburn Library – 3/2/2019, 2 PM Renton Highlands Library – 3/19/2019, 7 PM Woodmont Library – 3/20/2019, 6:30 PM Learn how to create an ink and watercolor sketchbook to capture family stories and memories. Gain basic drawing and watercolor... Read more... Kent Library Date: 2/24/2019, 2-3:30 PM Have you ever wanted to try acting or sketch comedy? Come play with us! During this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to create and perform original stories at the drop of a hat! We’ll play improvisational theatre games, learn... Read more... Kent Library Date: 2/20/2019, 2:30-4 PM Hundreds of years ago in Japan, mending precious hemp cloth was essential because of its scarcity and from it grew artful stitching called sashiko (sash-ko). Make a sashiko sampler of common patterns, including the cherry... Read more... City of Tukwila Application deadline: 3/29/2019 The City of Tukwila Scholarship Program was established in 2014. The mission of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to individuals enrolled for undergraduate study in community colleges, colleges, trade... Read more... Pacific Ballroom Dance Dates: 6/14-22/2019 Formation Team auditions for the 2019-20 season will be held in June and are open to students in grades 4-12. All auditions will take place at the PBD studio in Auburn (1604 15th St SW #109, Auburn, WA). Auditions will be... Read more... Center for Washington Cultural Traditions Application deadline: 4/12/2019 The Washington State Heritage Arts Apprenticeship Program is now accepting applications for its 2019-2020 program year. Applications are being accepted until April 12, 2019 Participants will be... Read more... Washington State Arts Commission Application deadline: 3/20/19, 5 PM First Step grants support new and growing community partnerships committed to arts education as part of basic education for K-12 public school students in Washington State. Community Consortium... Read more... Washington State Arts Commission See below for deadlines Level A Project Grants Application deadline: 3/11/2019, 5 PM Grants range from $1,000 to $2,500 and project must take place between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020. The Project Support Program, Level A, provides... Read more... Auburn Library – 2/24/2019, 2 PM Burien Library – 3/24/2019, 2 PM In this free workshop, author/musician/producer Jeff Leisawitz helps you think about how to look for a gig that could make you some extra cash and let you be your own boss. Learn how to... Read more... Bach in the Subways Dates: 3/23-24/2019 There are four core elements to a Bach in the Subways performance: The music of J.S. Bach is performed anywhere, any time. The performance is open & accessible to all – a musical gift for anyone who wants to hear it. No... Read more... City of Auburn Date: Wednesdays, from 2/20 – 3/13/2019, 6:30-8:30 PM Painting the human form is a great way to increase you artistic skills and confidence! In this class we will learn first to work from photographs learning to quickly sketch out composition and... Read more... City of Kent Application deadline: 3/21/2018, 5 PM The City of Kent seeks prints, photographs, paintings, works on paper and other types of artwork for the juried Kent Summer Art Exhibit. All artworks selected for the juried exhibit are then eligible for City Art... Read more... Kent Centennial Center Gallery Dates: Now through 2/27/2019 Mary McInnis bases her work on the play of light on various subjects, her favorite being the forests of the Pacific Northwest. These paintings are for those who are unable (by whatever reason) to vicariously... Read more... Centerstage Dates: 2/5-3/14/2019 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) Centerstage Theatre is relaunching its youth education program. This after-school drama camp for youth ages 8-14 will help participants learn how to make change through making plays. It happens on Tuesdays and... Read more... Renton Arts Commission The Renton Municipal Arts Commission is looking to run some new events around town focused on the arts and would like to hear from all the amazing local talent we have here in Renton and the surrounding areas.In the upcoming months, we will be... Read more... City of Auburn The City of Auburn is seeking creative teaching artists to lead art-making activities at a variety of summer outdoor events and festivals. This is a paid opportunity, and artist selection will be made starting in January on a rolling basis, so early... Read more... City of Auburn Application deadline: 3/19/2019, 10:59 PM The City of Auburn invites sculptors to submit applications for Auburn’s Downtown Sculpture Gallery. The works selected for this public art exhibition will be on loan to the City for a period of twelve months... Read more... White River Valley Museum and City of Auburn Application deadline: 3/19/2019, 10:59 PM The Mary Olson Farm Artist in Residence is a program offering an annual opportunity for an artist to pursue their work in, and to be inspired by, the unique and beautiful setting of... Read more... Port of Seattle Application deadline: 3/25/2019, noon The Airport Community Ecology (ACE) Fund’s Small Matching Grants Program offers community members of SeaTac, Burien, and Des Moines the chance to apply for Port funding to improve the local environment. Eligible... Read more... Jack Straw Cultural Center Dates: 3/16 and 3/23/2019, 1-3 PM Note: this workshop takes place at Jack Straw Cultural Center, 4261 Roosevelt Way NE, in Seattle’s University District. E-mail education@jackstraw.org for more information or to sign up. Join Jack... Read more... 4Culture Application deadline: 3/6/2019, 5 PM This project grant is designed to support your efforts to preserve and safeguard a historic site or building in King County. It can fund neighborhood surveys, landmark nominations, building assessments, planning projects,... Read more... Pacific Northwest Writers Association Application deadline: 3/22/2019 The Pacific Northwest Writers Association has announced its 2019 schedule of awards and contests. Literary contest for unpublished works: 12 categories. You can enter multiple categories, but only... Read more... 4Culture Application deadline: 3/5/2019 Heritage Projects support the people and organizations bringing history to life with publications, exhibitions, public programs and more. This grant supports the research, documentation and presentation of King County history... Read more... 4Culture Application deadline: 3/6/2019, 5 PM Art Projects grants fuel the experiences, sights, and sounds that make up the cultural fabric of King County. If art is at the core of what you do then this is the right grant for you. We fund artists and small arts... Read more... Auburn Arts Commission Application deadline: 3/1/2019 Seeking community groups to participate in Auburn’s Annual Benchmarks program. Groups will artistically alter benches that will be placed throughout Auburn, June – September 2019. Additional program... Read more... Auburn Arts Commission Application deadline: 3/1/2019 Seeking individual artists to participate in Auburn’s Annual Pianos on Parade program. Artists will artistically alter benches that will be placed throughout Auburn in August 2019. Additional program... Read more... City of Normandy Park If you are interested in learning how to… improve air and water quality reduce stormwater runoff and erosion buffer noise improve property values create habitat for wildlife improve mental and physical health reduce global warming …... Read more... White River Valley Museum Date: 3/31/2018, Noon-4 PM Teens age 12 – 16 will use professional cameras and photo editing software to explore the world of digital photography. Fee includes all supplies and photo prints! $40 per student. Space is limited and... Read more... KING FM and Seattle Chamber Music Society Application deadline: 3/24/2019, 11:59 PM The KING FM Young Artist Awards, presented in partnership with Seattle Chamber Music Society and now in its eighth season, strives to give talented young musicians a bigger stage. This... Read more... World Affairs Council Essays due: 3/22/2019, midnight This competition is open to all Washington State students in the 3rd-12th grades. The goal of the World Citizen Essay Contest is to promote discussion among students, teachers, families, and community members about... Read more... Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington Deadline for Northwest preliminary round: 3/16/2019 This is a nationwide competition for 9th and 10th grade students passionate about world history, European studies, economics, trade,... Read more... White River Valley Museum Dates: Now through 4/28/2019 Local photographer George L. Kinkade created a truly astounding collection of photographs over five decades that asks viewers to stop and consider the beauty of the natural world around us, whether that is the... Read more... Renton History Museum Looking for a great volunteer opportunity in 2019? The Renton History Museum has positions for Saturday greeters, tour leaders, and Board of Trustees members, all in a fun learning environment with people passionate about history and community!... Read more... City of Auburn There are openings available on the Auburn Arts Commission and residents of Auburn are eligible to apply for this important service to your city. If you or someone you know would like to be considered for the Arts Commission, please apply today. Below... Read more... Allegro Performing Arts Academy Dates: 3/2-30/2019 Fun for ages 5-7! Five weeks, five dance styles, one low price. Space is limited – register right away! The Allegro Performing Arts Academy is located at 222 Central Avenue S in Kent. Read more... Historical Society of Federal Way The Historical Society of Federal Way seeks volunteers to help in the Collections/Archives. If anyone is familiar with PastPerfect they would be a great help – other volunteers welcome, too! The Historical Society is located in... Read more... Auburn Community Center Gallery Dates: 1/8-2/21/2018 The City of Auburn and the Auburn Arts Commission are pleased to present the work of Marcus DeSieno at the Community Center Gallery, located at 910 Ninth Street SE, Auburn. DeSieno will be showcasing a photographic... Read more... Auburn City Hall Gallery Dates: 1/8-2/21/2019 The City of Auburn and the Auburn Arts Commission are pleased to present the work of Seth Sexton at the City Hall Gallery, 25 W Main Street, Auburn. Seattle based artist Seth Sexton creates meticulous pen and ink drawings.... Read more... Art on Main Gallery Dates: 1/11-4/7/2019 The City of Auburn and the Auburn Arts Commission are pleased to present “Entwine Entangle Entrance,” an art installation by Abigail Kinney Maxey at Auburn’s Art on Main window-front gallery, One Main Street, Auburn. The... Read more... Cheryl Sallee Gallery Dates: 1/9-3/7/2019 The City of Auburn and the Auburn Arts Commission are pleased to present the work ofRoxanne Everett at the Cheryl Sallee Gallery, located at 808 9th Street SE, Auburn. The Gallery is open Monday- Thursday, 8 AM – 9 PM... Read more... Pacific Bonsai Museum Year-round Want to help share the art of bonsai with tens of thousands of visitors from around the world? Become a docent at Pacific Bonsai Museum! We’re looking for docents who love working with the public and enjoy learning about the art of... Read more... 4Culture Ongoing 4Culture’s Touring Arts Roster (TAR) is a juried directory of some of King County’s most talented performing artists. It’s ideal for your performing artists search, for any event, size, or budget. The roster is here to support equity... Read more... Renton History Museum Opens 11/29/2018 The need to communicate is central to our identity as human beings; only the technology has changed over time. From quills to typewriters, from switchboards to smartphones, from handwritten letters to Facebook, as our... Read more... SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled This is a 30 hour/week, salaried position. The Development Manager will be responsible for raising funds to support SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve’s land acquisition... Read more... SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled This is a part-time, hourly position. The Education & Restoration Manager will be responsible for oversight of the Education and Restoration Programs at SHADOW Lake... Read more... City of Kent Kent is seeking applicants to fill two vacancies on the Kent Arts Commission. The Arts Commission advises the City Council and staff in areas such as: Establishing cultural opportunities and arts education, improving the quality of life and enhancing the... Read more... Historical Society of Federal Way Experience the stories of Federal Way’s firefighters through vintage artifacts, archival images and a children’s area. This exhibit is located at the Historical Society’s offices at the Steel Lake Annex, 2645 S 312th... Read more... Auburn Avenue Theater Open until filled The Auburn Community Players offers seven production opportunities a year. Including four main stage productions, a teen musical and two junior theater camps. We are looking to develop a roster of talented theater professionals.... Read more... Washington State Historical Society Deadline: 4/30/2019 Votes for Women Centennial Grants fund non-profits and public entities to support programming that celebrates the national suffrage centennial across the State of Washington. Grant applications that support the... Read more... Allegro Performing Arts Academy Dates: 10-week session on Wednesdays at 4:30 Allegro Performing Arts Academy’s new DanceAble integrative dance class is for any child ages 8+ with individual learning differences and other special needs. DanceAble uses specially... Read more... Lake Wilderness Lodge Art Gallery Introducing Lake Wilderness Lodge Art Gallery, a place for local artists to show case their artwork! Artists working in 2 dimensional art or Custodians of such artwork are invited to apply for the Lake Wilderness Lodge Art Gallery... Read more... Carco Theatre The Carco Theatre invites professional or amateur artists working in a variety of media to apply for consideration for the Carco Theatre Lobby art display. The rotational gallery will feature local artists and provide an opportunity for artists to share... Read more... Pacific Ballroom Dance No partner is necessary. Every series is $65/person. If space is available, drop-ins for a single class are OK – $15/person. Beginning Classes – 5-week series, once a week Mondays @ 7:30 PM 9/24 – 10/22 – West Coast Swing... Read more... University of Washington Museology Graduate Program Ongoing The University of Washington’s Museology Graduate Program seeks community partners for its Paid Internship Pilot. The UW Museology Paid Internship Pilot aims to create critical learning opportunities for... Read more... SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve Application deadline: rolling This grant-funded position will be tasked with studying the history people and wetlands in King County. Wetlands are a vital resource and key feature of King County’s landscape, yet their degradation... Read more... by Dianna Marshall Google Street View is a technology featured in Google Maps and Google Earth that provides panoramic views from positions along many streets in the world. Street View was launched in 2007 in several cities in the United States and has since expanded... Read more... by Barbara McMichael, SoCoCulture Thanks to a grant from the Port of Seattle’s Airport Community Ecology (ACE) Fund, SoCoCulture will be arranging a three-part Engaging Trees speaker series in Fall of 2018 that will draw attention to the environmental impact and... Read more... Washington State Arts Commission Ongoing The Creative Districts program is now accepting applications from communities in Washington State who are interested in achieving Certified Creative District designation. Applicants must meet all requirements for certification;... Read more... Humanities Washington No deadline Humanities Washington is currently accepting applications for $1,000 Opportunity grants, which are awarded year-round with no deadlines to apply. Applications must be received at least eight weeks before the date of the event. Find... Read more... Spaceworks Deadline: Ongoing Spaceworks Tacoma is an initiative to activate empty storefronts and vacant space. The initiative makes no- and low-cost temporary space available to artists, fledgling creative entrepreneurs, organizations, and community groups who... Read more... Washington State University Deadline: Ongoing In collaboration with Washington State University, artist and educator Peter Christenson has initiated a cultural capital scholar residency in Richland, WA and is currently seeking proposals from creatives with diverse... Read more... ArtLifting Deadline: Ongoing ArtLifting is a social enterprise that helps artists living with disability or homelessness earn income by connecting them to interested buyers through our national, online platform. We are currently working with artists in 16 communities... Read more... 4Culture Ongoing If you have an idea for a workshop, lecture, skill-building session, or program that will bring needed information, skills, inspiration, practices, or approaches into the King County heritage field, T.I.P.S. Mini-Grants can help you develop, promote,... Read more... Practice speaking English, learn about American culture and make friends. Free, join any time. Saturdays from 10-11:30 AM at the Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S, Auburn. This program is available at other King County libraries as well – visit... Read more... Des Moines Outdoor sculpture gallery. Locations at Redondo Beach and Marina District. Map at www.desmoinesartscommission.com. Read more... Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation Now through 9/2018 Auburn’s 2017/18 Downtown Sculpture Gallery showcases ten outdoor sculptures in various sizes, types and mediums. Featured artists include Sharon Agnor, Ben Dye, Miguel Edwards, Jenny Ellsworth, Pat McVay,... Read more... Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden Permanent exhibit Five new interpretive panels have been installed at the RSBG, giving a quick illustrated introduction to the mission of the Garden. They tell the exciting story of the purpose and adventure of the plant... Read more... Renton History Museum The Renton History Museum seeks committed volunteers who are enthusiastic about Renton’s history, to help with Saturday greeting, leading tours, assisting with programs, and working on our oral history team. Please contact kowens@rentonwa.gov to... Read more... by Stephen Lamphear Des Moines Memorial Way was established after World War I as a living memorial to those who gave their lives in it. A privately funded effort transformed a 10-mile section into an American Elm-tree-lined road, from the Seattle City limits to the... Read more... by Chris Green From August 29 to September 17, 1974, teachers in Federal Way were on strike. It was the first public school teacher’s strike in the history of King County. Public school teachers in Washington state had only been granted the right to organize unions... Read more... by Amanda Leon Amanda Leon is the City of Normandy Park’s Community Development and Parks Director, and a certified arborist. This is an excerpt from an article that originally appeared in the May 2015 edition of Normandy Park City Scene. In 2006, the U.S.... Read more... Home to one of the largest collections of species rhododendrons in the world, the Garden displays over 700 of the more than 1,000 known species. The RSBG is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to the conservation, public display, and distribution of... Read more... by Zachary E. Van Tassel, Greater Kent Historical Society On Saturday, August 8, at 1 PM, the Mill Creek Neighborhood will host a unique ribbon-cutting event on the corner of Temperance Street and Jason Avenue North in Kent. Late last year, the neighborhood was... Read more... After a year and a half of operating as an independent non-profit organization, the Pacific Bonsai Museum in Federal Way has announced its first acquisition. A Sierra Juniper, crafted by by bonsai artist Ryan Neil of St. Helens, Oregon, boasts some of the most unique... Read more... by Barbara McMichael, SoCoCulture As an umbrella organization for South King County cultural groups, SoCoCulture is pleased to have as members a number of institutions that are rooted in botany (pardon the pun). Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden, Soos Creek Botanical... Read more... Pacific Bonsai Museum The Pacific Bonsai Museum offers an outdoor heated tent space that can accommodate 49 seated guests and the museum courtyard can accommodate up to 100 guests for meetings, small weddings and special events. Email rental@pacificbonsaimuseum.org or... Read more... Carco Theatre Ongoing review The Carco Theatre in Renton invites professional or amateur artists working in a variety of media to apply for consideration for the Carco Theatre Lobby art display. Local artists’ exhibits are scheduled for six week periods. The Lobby has... Read more... by James Daly and Greg Bartol If you are one who recognizes great organizations when you see them, then you know that two of them are near each other on Lea Hill in Auburn. Naturally, when Soos Creek Botanical Garden (SCBG) needed a gate to span their large entry,... Read more... Soos Creek Botanical Garden Soos Creek Botanical Garden welcomes volunteers and considers them an essential resource that we could not do without. Volunteering is a great way to get involved with the gardens and to meet new and interesting people. Whether you are... Read more... In October of 1864, a group of workers was working its way steadily north along Military Road, installing the poles and telegraph wires that would connect Seattle at last to the rest of the world. Back then, they called it “tied by lightning!” — and... Read more... Allegro Performing Arts Academy Allegro Performing Arts Academy offers classes in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, drama, tumbling, creative movement (Tiny tots), hip hop and occasional master classes from out-of-town choreographers. Classes are for all... Read more... by Pat Brodin, Tukwila Historical Society Although the Civil War was under way on the eastern side of the nation which seemed far away from the Pacific Northwest, the conflict had coursed its way through the Washington Territory. Vast numbers of military personnel... Read more... Neely Mansion Association Flexible hours The Neely Mansion Association welcomes and relies on volunteer help in restoring and maintaining this valuable landmarked property as a heritage to our community. Specifically needed are volunteers to lead, coordinate, and... Read more... 4Culture Deadline: six weeks before public event 4Culture recognizes a need for an entry point into 4Culture’s funding opportunities. Open 4Culture provides awards of up to $1,500 for projects that are created by or for underserved communities of King County, and are... Read more... Maple Valley Historical Society First Saturday of every month The Maple Valley Historical Society operates three museums: the top floor of the Old Grade School at 23015 SE 216th Way; and the Fire Engine Museum and Gibbon/Mezzavilla Store Museum at 22012 SE 248th... Read more... Washington Attorneys Assisting Community Organizations WAACO provides free legal services to nonprofit organizations on their business transactional legal issues and can help your organization if you need legal help. Here are some examples of the legal work they can... Read more... by Karen Meador For most people, the phrase Jefferson Davis and the Pacific Northwest sounds like the ultimate historical paradox. But before he became President of the Confederate States of America during the Civil War, Davis had had a long career of public service... Read more... We’re very excited to announce the first program coming out of the Military Road/Civil War Sesquicentennial Project, a joint undertaking of four local historical societies. On Saturday, October 27, at 11:30 AM, the Historical Society of Federal Way is proud to... Read more... Four local historical societies are collaborating on a project to draw attention to the remarkable history of a road that is often traveled by many of us who live in South King County. Did you know that Military Road is one of the very oldest roads in the State of... Read more... by Barbara McMichael, SoCoCulture administrator Historical photographs provided courtesy of Des Moines Historical Society The Des Moines Beach Park Heritage Trail is a stroll back through time. The Des Moines Historical Society, with support from 4Culture, has... Read more... Evergreen City Ballet Year-round Evergreen City Ballet is one of the Northwest’s premiere dance institutions, and offers a wide range of classes year round to all ages and skill levels: Mommy & Me, Creative Movement, Angelina Ballerina, Level 1 through... Read more... by Dick Caster The Historical Society of Federal Way recently completed its restoration of the historic David T. Denny Cabin. Historical Society secretary Dick Caster has written a detailed monograph about the Denny Cabin. Below is an excerpt. As early as 1870 David... Read more... Kent Arts Commission Year-round This new funding program will be directed to projects that serve the general public in Kent. Give Me Culture Grants are small, flexible grants available to individuals, organizations, and community groups. The Give Me Culture program is... Read more... www.auburnsymphony.org Some of our musicians also teach. Contact us for referrals. Read more... www.plateauareawriters.org Speakers’ series, workshops, critique groups, and Enumclaw Plateau History Project. Read more... www.MoshierArtCenter.org The Moshier Community Art Center, 430 S 156th, is one of Puget Sound’s hidden gems. Located in Burien, the art center provides a fully equipped ceramics studio for students from beginner to advanced skill levels. Each session we offer... Read more... 