As always, the monthly potluck is suspended in November due to Thanksgiving holiday, but the annual Christmas gathering with White Elephant Gift exchange will take place Dec. 9, from 6:30pm-9pm. Join in a 90-year Kenmore tradition of sharing a meal with friends and neighbors on the second Wednesday of each month at the Kenmore Community Club. For the December potluck, we like to bring in the holiday spirit with festive fare, music, and a fun White Elephant gift exchange. For

You’re invited to the third annual Kenmore Dia de los Muertos Celebration on Sunday, November 1, 2026 from 11am – 2pm at the Hangar in Kenmore Town Square. This community event includes an interactive ofrenda, performances, activities, crafts, educational materials, giveaways, and more! This event is free and open to all. We hope to see you there to celebrate this important and significant event. Details: Date: Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 Time: 11am-2pm Location: The Hangar at Kenmo

Amid the current furor over rogue AI bots and the concerns about establishing guardrails, we need to keep the other threats from AI in perspective, says Shankar Narayan. We also need to keep in mind the threats to privacy, the threats to democracy, the erosion of human skills and creativity, and the potential for malicious use of the technology. "These technologies are inseparable from systems of power," Narayan said, "so it's not can AI help us but will the benefits of AI bu

Discover the joy of fluid movement in this relaxed dance class. Set to soulful music, you will follow simple choreography designed to release stress, boost energy, and have fun. No dance experience required — just move at your own pace. Come as you are, listen to your body, and let your spirit dance! Kenmore Senior Center Ongoing Wed 10-11 am Instructor: Clare Kennelly $32 MEMBER/$64 NONMEMBER The following are ongoing activities at the Kenmore Senior Center, 6910 NE 170th St

Family Story Time Fridays at 10:00am and 10:45am View all dates Enjoy stories, music, movement and rhymes. Help develop your child's early literacy skills. All ages welcome with adult. Registration not required. Space is limited. Family Story Time is repeated at 10:45am. Please attend one session… Talk Time: English Conversation Practice Thursdays 10:00am–12:00pm Description: Practice speaking English with other English language learners and trained conversation helpers. All

Kenmore Heritage Society opens McMaster Award Nominations Since 2002, the Kenmore Heritage Society (KHS) has presented the annual McMaster Heritage Awards to honor individuals who have volunteered their time and creativity in a variety of Kenmore activities that support our citizens, improve our environment, and enhance our community’s ability to connect and thrive. The Kenmore Heritage Society is now accepting nominations for the annual McMaster Awards. These awards honor l

On Monday, Oct. 19, Sound Transit began closing southbound 68th Ave NE between SR 522 (NE Bothell Way) and NE 175th Street for nighttime boring across the road. Crews are working from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Monday through Thursday, as daytime work hours are not long enough to set up and complete the work. One northbound 68th Ave NE traffic lane will remain open during this work. Traffic configurations will change during work hours, but traffic flow will remain the same. Pay attent

October is time to nominate someone for the Kenmore Community Club Board The Kenmore Community Club is fast approaching the annual election of its Board of Directors, which will be held this year on Nov. 11. All members in good standing are eligible to nominate themselves or another member for a position on the board. Kenmore Community Club members are urged to get involved and help to keep making the club better and growing by joining the board. In all, there are 5 board po

Back by popular demand, Attorney and Technologist Shankar Narayan returns to the Kenmore Community Club to discuss artificial intelligence. At the Kenmore Community Club's next Dinner and Discussion, Oct. 14, 2026, Narayan will expand on his July discussion of "A.I., Civil Rights, and the Fight for a Just Future," and focus on the potential impacts of AI on society and the need for safeguards. This talk will focus more on AI impacts on governance, policy, social organization

Get your tickets before it is sold out In a quiet suburban garden, three old friends and a visiting neighbor share tea and small stories. But how long can they skim the surface when beyond the fence the world is on fire? Join us for the Pacific Northwest premiere of a one-of-kind play by Caryl Churchill, one of Britain’s greatest living playwrights. At turns, hilarious, at turns unsettling, this darkly comic, gorgeously lyric, beautifully human play weaves together the rich h

Image generated by WIX AI AI Literacy Workshop Saturday, October 17, 11:30am-1:30pm Description: Learn what Artificial Intelligence (AI) is, what it isn't, and how to use it wisely. Come to an interactive session exploring how AI tools actually work, how to spot AI-generated content, and how to use these tools safely and effectively. Plus, an honest look at where things can go wrong. No experience needed, just curiosity. For teens and adults. Presented by University of Washin

Kenmore Community Club hosted POP!More Kenmore Markets | Oktoberfest Hank Heron, the City of Kenmore's mascot visited and posed for pictures with festival participants at the POP!More Market hosted by the Kenmore Community Club as part of the Kenmore's 3rd Annual Oktoberfest. Several vendors who participated in the Pop!More Kenmore Markets provided festival goers with an array of treats ranging from hotdogs, ice cream and pretzels along with displays of jewelry, soothing scen

Do you have a pre-retirement career or ‘honey do’ skills that are getting a little rusty from disuse in your retirement years? Maybe you’re looking for something else to do to keep busy? How about signing up with our NSC Employment program and becoming one of our ‘Seniors Helping Seniors’. It’s truly a win/win situation. You get to use your life skills to help seniors who need assistance while earning some extra money for yourself. It’s easy. All potential workers are ini

Join KCRC for our annual dinner and FUNdraiser. More than raising funds to improve equipment, expand programming, and proudly serve our athlete community of diverse experiences and backgrounds, this is an evening to celebrate together the many successes of 2026 and look forward to an even stronger 2027. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26TH 6 PM Lake Forest Park Civic Club at 17301 Beach Dr NE, Lake Forest Park, WA

Volunteer with us next month at Log Boom Park at our annual Jack Crawford Day event on Saturday, October 17. This event is held in honor of our first Mayor, Jack Crawford, who is celebrated for his leadership, graciousness, and generosity of spirit. This is a great volunteer opportunity to serve alongside other community members to help beautify and maintain Log Boom Park. To learn more and sign up, visit kenmorewa.gov/volunteer.

There’s something special about autumn—the crisp air, colorful leaves, and chances to gather with friends, family, and neighbors. Below are some of the fall events happening in the Kenmore/Northshore area. Fall Festival at Northshore YMCA This fall, the Northshore YMCA is hosting its annual fall carnival and trunk or treat event to celebrate the season and strengthen community connections. What: Northshore YMCA Fall Festival When: Oct. 24, 5:30-8:00 pm Where: Northshore YMCA

As part of the Kenmore Community Club's Dinner and Discussions the City of Kenmore will host an informational presentation Proposition 1 is a levy lid lift on the November 2026 ballot that would provide funding for programs and services related to Climate & Environmental Stewardship, Affordable Housing, and Human Services—including environmental programs, affordable housing efforts, and services that assist families, seniors, youth, and other vulnerable populations. The price

Mark your calendars for September 12-20 and check out the 2026 program announcements and engagement opportunities for this year's Oktoberfest below! Prost! The September 12 – 20th, 2026 Kenmore Oktoberfest will bring together more than 3,000 people for the 3rd Annual city-wide celebration in the heart of Kenmore with a lively mix of Bavarian tradition and Pacific Northwest charm. Enjoy these Oktoberfest events and more: Fly Away 5K/10K and Kenmore Air Family Fun Day kicking o

Don't miss the Pop!More vendors at the 2026 Oktoberfest, Sat. Sept. 19 The Kenmore Community Club will host this year's Pop!More market at this year's Oktoberfest. Situated in the heart of Kenmore's Brew Row between Postdoc Brewing and Copperworks Distilling and the beer garden, you can spend your Saturday, Sept. 19 browsing an array of local makers, artisans, and community groups. Stock up on gifts, grab a special treat for you and your family or just soak in the market. En

After the Wiener Dog Races swing by the Kenmore Community Club for some creative coloring and design your own dachsund thanks to Arts of Kenmore. Bring your kids inside the Kenmore Community Club hall for The Arts of Kenmore's ever-popular “Decorate a Dachsund” booth as well as some fun arts and crafts activities offered by Arts of Kenmore. Outside, spend your Saturday surrounded by local makers, artisans, and community vibes at the Pop!More Kenmore Oktoberfest Market in the