Jacob Lewis, PhD is an associate professor in the School of Politics, Philosophy, and Public Affairs at Washington State University. Throughout the world, democratic institutions and norms are eroding. Why? At the core of this breakdown, argues political scientist Jacob S. Lewis, is a deeper crisis of trust. Trust, which builds slowly, can be destroyed quickly—and is very hard to resurrect. How can we work to rebuild trust together and create a stronger democratic future? Com

A crowd of about 25 people participated April 8 in a discussion about the role of citizen dialogue in democracy led by Dr. Yasemin Sari, professor of philosophy at Seattle University, as part of the Kenmore Community Club's Dinner and Discussion series. Dr. Yasemin Sari is s a professor of philosophy at Seattle University. Her work focuses on the relationship between human rights, recognition, and equality. Democracy is a system founded on the inherent equality and agency of

Clean out your garage and storage. Bring your recyclable items to this event Date:05/16/2026 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Location: Kenmore Park & Ride and Heron Haven Kenmore Women's Shelter 7346 NE Bothell Way, Kenmore, Washington 98028 Here are the items that will be accepted: TIRES: Limit 6 passenger tires per vehicle (18 inches and below) free of charge. $3 for extra tires off rim. $6 for all passenger tires on rims. $15 charged for each large truck tire and $30 charged for each t

Author Event at Kenmore Library Saturday, May 30, 11:30am-1pm Description: Just in time to launch your best summer yet, join local Bothell author and cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Therese Huston for a highly engaging conversation about how to care for your mind and brain. Most of us want to be a little happier, a little more focused, and a lot less stressed. We don’t want to overhaul our lives – we want simple approaches that are easy to fold into our everyday lives, and There

Come learn basic beading techniques and how to make simple repairs to your jewelry. You'll build on skills and complexity as the class progresses. No experience required, basic supplies provided, or bring your own. Cost: $35 Member – $70 nonmember per month Location: Kenmore Senior Center Instructor: Carole Van Gorder When: Ongoing Wed 1-3 pm The following are ongoing activities at the Kenmore Senior Center, 6910 NE 170th St, Kenmore, WA 98028: Click here for a month view. A

Kenmore Community Rowing Club announced on April 22, 2026, that Head Coach Siobhan Quirke has notified the KCRC board that she will be leaving the club in May. Siobhan Quirke Originally from Long Beach, CA, Siobhan and her fiancé are moving back to Southern California in mid-May. The board offered its congratulations and expressed its best wishes for the couple. At the same time the board expressed the gratitude of the club's membership for what she has contributed to the cl

Kenmore's Planning Commission is considering updating regulations for neighborhood retail in residential areas in Kenmore, and the City is inviting Kenmore residents to a family fun day at the Hangar where you can learn about neighborhood retail and share your feedback. Neighborhood retail are small-scale retail uses that provide consumers with limited goods and/or services to meet their daily needs. Neighborhood retail can include corner stores, accessory commercial units, a

Annual Shoreline Fire Department Community Pancake Breakfast set for June 13, 2026 Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026 for a morning of fun, learning, and community connection at Shoreline Fire Department’s Open House at Station 51. This annual event is a great opportunity for families, neighbors, and community members to meet their local firefighters and learn more about fire safety and emergency services. The event will run from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM and will include a free

Can we talk our way into a stronger democracy? Come to the Kenmore Community Club's Dinner and Discussion April 8, 6:30-9pm Discover the vital role everyday conversations between neighbors play in a democratic system. Conversation not only helps us think and reason through problems, but helps us see, hear, and respect each other and our shared concerns. And these conversations can happen anywhere—a public park, a library, a place of worship, or even the beach. Yet conversatio

First in the Kenmore Club's "Dinner and a Discussion" series of monthly talks We are the product that tech companies sell to businesses and the longer they keep us scrolling through their platforms, the more money they make. That is a key point Andrew Wahl made in his talk presented at the Kenmore Community Club, March 11 before an online and in-person audience of 20 people who came to the first in a series of "Dinner and Discussion" the Kenmore Community Club is hosting. Whi

The City of Kenmore has announced a full schedule of summer events, with a Spring kickoff of Earth Day events on April 25. The day starts with volunteer park cleanup at Rhododendron Park from 11am-1p, followed by an Earth Day Fair at St. Edwards Park. Over the following months these events are scheduled: June 3 – Farmers Market begins weekly Wednesdays through Aug. June 17 – Juneteenth Celebration June 24 – Pride Celebration July 4 – Annual Fireworks at Log Boom Park July 16

Presented by AsIf Theatre Joan has been hired to stabilize Jojomon, a yoga apparel giant, after its CEO is brought down by a fat-shaming scandal. But just as she finds her stride, more trouble surfaces and sales plummet. Joan comes up with a plan so risky that it could make or break the company and her career—and what it requires from her CFO, Raj, is far beyond the call of duty. This sharp comedy shows that the business of wellness is a high contact sport. Directed by Agas

Tuesdays – 6:00pm–8:00pm View all dates Kenmore Volunteer tutors provide homework help for grades K-12. They can also give language support for homework or translation in many languages. Students may drop in any time during Tutor hours. Look for volunteers wearing the Tutor… Tax Help by AARP Foundation at Kenmore Library Mondays, through April 13 10:00am–4:00pm Description: Free individualized tax preparation assistance provided by trained AARP volunteers. No age or income

Kenmore residents with financial need qualify for free swim lessons at the YMCA The City of Kenmore encourages water safety and swimming classes for all of its residents. Voucher request applications are available through the City of Kenmore Recreation Reservations website . Each voucher is valid for 2026 registration dates for group swim lesson sessions at the Northshore YMCA, 11811 NE 195th St, Bothell, WA 98011. Up to two vouchers may be approved per household. Addition

Community Gathering The Kenmore Senior Center offers coffee and community in both casual and informal sessions. Casual Coffee Cafe Monday - Friday 9 am to 3 pm, just grab a coffee and sit and talk with friends Conversation Cafés Grab a cup of coffee and join others in these weekly groups. It’s an opportunity to make social connections and to have some fun and enjoyable conversations. Pick your group and join the discussions. Conversation Café Monday Group Mondays, 1-2pm In-

First in the Kenmore Club's "Dinner and a Discussion" series of monthly talks From the advent of the internet to recent developments in artificial intelligence, the digital revolution continues to remake our world. While many of the changes have been positive, these innovations have also left many of us trapped in filter bubbles, overloaded with information, mistrustful, anxious, and polarized. Signs of Doomscrolling Spending excessive, uninterrupted time scrolling through ne

Presented by AsIf Theatre Joan has been hired to stabilize Jojomon, a yoga apparel giant, after its CEO is brought down by a fat-shaming scandal. But just as she finds her stride, more trouble surfaces and sales plummet. Joan comes up with a plan so risky that it could make or break the company and her career—and what it requires from her CFO, Raj, is far beyond the call of duty. This sharp comedy shows that the business of wellness is a high contact sport. Directed by Agas

Thursday, March 12, 1:00pm–3:00pm Kenmore In King County, seniors and persons with disabilities (including Veterans) may qualify for a property tax exemption. Emily Duenas-Dahlgren of the King County Department of Assessment will explain the state's property-… Please note that in the list below the links to recurring programs do change month to month. Kenmore Library, 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmore, WA, 98028. (425) 486-8747 Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilit

Community Dining Northshore Senior Center offers a generously portioned hot lunch Monday-Friday of each week, in partnership with their colleagues at Sound Generations. Lunches are currently available for in-person dining and to-go pickup from our dining room. Meals are prioritized for guests aged 60 and over with a suggested donation of $5 per meal ($10 for non-members). In order to ensure that a meal is available when you’d like one, we recommend calling us 24 hours in a