Homeschoolers’ Support Association’s ‘Intro To Homeschooling’ Is Thursday

The Homeschoolers’ Support Association (Burien Chapter) will be holding ‘An Introduction to Homeschooling’ from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26th at the Burien City Council Chambers. “Come... [Read more]

Highline School District Holding Public Workshops To Discuss Budget Cuts

The Highline School District will be holding two public workshops to discuss budget cuts on Thursday, May 19th and Saturday, May 21st. “The staff, students, parents, and the community are encouraged... [Read more]

I Get By With a Little Help…

In a recent chat with a friend of mine, I came to the realization that I am blessed to have a pretty amazing support network. “So, how’s your daughter?” Jeananne inquired. “You mean the turd?”... [Read more]

Here’s The Latest (And Greatest) ’3 Frog Bros.’ From Our Intern Bryan Charles

We’re proud to be in our third year serving as Mentors at Highline School District’s Big Picture High School, and one of our two Interns this year is Bryan Charles, a budding young artist who... [Read more]

Highline-Area Students Have Fun At The 2011 Elementary Math Bonanza

On Friday, May 6th, Seahurst Elementary School’s Math Club hosted 150 of Highline’s top 4th through 6th-grade mathematicians for the 2011 Elementary Math Bonanza. This was their second year running... [Read more]

PHOTOS: Highline Schools Foundation Celebrates 11th Annual Gold Star Awards

The Highline Schools Foundation for Excellence celebrated their 11th annual Gold Star Awards at the Doubletree Guest Suites in Tukwila today. New this year was a breakfast session in addition to the traditional... [Read more]

INTERN’S VIEW: ‘Thor’ Is A Fun, Fast, Enjoyable Popcorn Movie & You’ll Love It

by Philip Benais Thor: Directed by Kenneth Branagh; Starring Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Anthony Hopkins and Stellan Skarsgard. The recent influx of Marvel comics films has been... [Read more]

UPDATE: Rummage Sale & Spring Bazaar At Normandy Park Cove Postponed

UPDATE 5/13/11: The annual Normandy Park Cove Rummage Sale & Spring Bazaar will be held from 9 a.m to 3 p.m. this Sunday, May 15th has been postponed to Sunday, May 22nd. “We have decided due... [Read more]

Get Free Advice At Six Burien Master Gardener Clinics In May

Spring may finally be arriving, and despite it being only a few weeks late, it’s likely that you’ve got some questions about your suddenly-blooming garden, lawn, yard, or those pests that have... [Read more]

PHOTO FRIDAY: The Sun Still Rises, We Have Proof!

Just when you thought spring was turning right back into winter, Mother Nature cut us a little slack and delivered a couple of days of beautiful weather to remind us what we’ve been missing. Unfortunately,... [Read more]

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This Week’s Prudential Open House: Impeccable Three Tree Point Craftsman

BTB Real Estate Sponsor Prudential Northwest’s Open House for this week is an impeccable 1917 Craftsman home located in Burien’s beautiful Three Tree Point neighborhood. Take a seat, have a... [Read more]

Opening Reception For Artist ‘Sneke’ At Burien Press Saturday Night

Our friends at Burien Press will be holding an opening reception from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. this Saturday night (May 14) for noted local artist Sam Sneke, who many of our Readers may recall from his graffiti-styled... [Read more]

B-TOWN BIZ: Normandy Park Store ‘Benson’s Best Bites’ Bites The Dust

Benson’s Best Bites, a specialty food store located in Normandy Park’s Manhattan Village shopping complex (near QFC), has closed. Open since October 2008, and owned by Ezra and Loie Benson…

PHOTOS: Rollover Accident Closes SR-509 Near S. 160th Exit Thursday

BTB Tipster Mike Bishoff alerted us to a major rollover accident on the southbound lanes of SR-509 near the S. 160th exit Thursday afternoon. We’re still awaiting word from the Washington State Patrol... [Read more]

UPDATE: Mariners Legend Edgar Martinez Is Up To Bat In B-Town Now

Mariners legend Edgar Martinez signs autographs at the Burien Liquor Store Thursday afternoon. Photo by Mark Neuman. Shea proudly shows off his autographed bottle of Edgar's new liquor, El Zacatecano.... [Read more]

2nd Burien Farmers Market Is Open, & You Can Use Debit/Credit/EBT Cards

The second Burien Farmers Market of 2011 is officially open under sunny skies at Town Square Park, and debit, credit and EBT cards are being accepted. You can also find us – staffers from Burien’s... [Read more]

‘Celebration Of Life’ For George Hadley Will Be Held June 12th At The Cove

A ‘Celebration of Life’ for former Normandy Park Mayor and Councilmember George Hadley, who passed away May 8th, will be held on Sunday, June 12th beginning at 2 p.m. at The Cove in Normandy... [Read more]

Have You Been Busted By The New Speed Radar Detectors On Ambaum Yet?

Got speed? And if so, have you been ‘busted’ yet by the four brand new, solar-powered speed detectors recently installed on Ambaum Blvd. SW in Burien? “The solar-powered speed detectors... [Read more]