We are back with another cohort of our financial literacy internship for our high school juniors and seniors! This time only for five weeks! You can apply with the link below. | | |
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Join us on February 22nd, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Evergreen Pool for a magical night under the stars with Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Brandy & Whitney Houston version!) 👸🏾✨💫 This FREE community event includes snacks, drinks, and free swim time after the movie—so don’t forget your swimming gear! | | |
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"🧵 Sharing an amazing opportunity from our friends at @cultivatesouthpark!
Want to learn how to sew? There's still time to join these free sewing classes! 🪡
📅 Upcoming classes:
- February 24
- March 3, 10 & 17
⏰ Mondays, 5:30-7:30 PM
📍 South Park Hall (upstairs)
1253 S Cloverdale St
✨ Each class includes:
- 1 hour of instruction
- 1 hour of individual practice
- Machines available if you need one!
For ages 16 & up
📝 Register: emily@cultivatesouthpark.org" | | |
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"The Youth Customer Service Excellence Job Training Program is back again for Feb 2025 to help more youth and young adults ages 16-24 kick off their new year with customer service excellence training to prepare themselves before entering the workforce towards earning their first job. Please see attached flyers ready to be distributed to the community with QR code. Prepare for your future Youth/Young Adults Opportunity Programs offered at YWCA Full-Time/Part-Time employment coaching/navigation Company/Employer research tips Preparing resumes and writing cover letters Job interview preparation Short-term training programs College/University scholarship referrals College/University navigation High School/Adult Basic Education Resources Internship/apprenticeship referral Effective career networking via social media Financial Empowerment workshops Customer Service Specialist Training workshops Get help in career resources!" More information and appointments: Alexander Khem Youth and Young Adults Career Navigator akhem@ywcaworks.org 206-336-6977 Main: 206-336-7000 | | |
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"Join us this fall for our first ever Rainier Beach Youth Conference organized by the Rainier Beach Youth Stewards to explore a variety of systemic environmental issues that affect our everyday life. This event is organized by youth for youth, and will feature workshops and activities that explore topics such as climate change, food access, and supporting wildlife." | | |
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Explore LGBTQIA+ literature in an online safe and nurturing environment.
Bring your own book or check out our recommendations.
Please register and you will receive a Zoom link. There is a different theme every month! In partnership with Lambert House. | | |
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"If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, resources are available to you in Washington. Visit https://wscadv.org/ for more information and resources." | | |
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"Hi Femme2STEM! 💗
We are excited to introduce our in person February STEM focused event. We will be navigating Racial & Ethnic Identity in STEM/ Microaggressions & Bias in STEM. Please RSVP by 2/11!" | | |
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"The #WAISN Accompaniment Program supports immigrant and refugee community members to navigate critical and legal administrative appointments so they don’t have to face appointments alone.
Volunteer with us to support immigrant communities! Join our upcoming VIRTUAL training series. Volunteers will learn to provide support through immigration court appointments while gaining a deeper understanding of the impact immigration systems have on our communities." | | |
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"Whether your team won (or not) last night...focus on winning with your business by being prepared to Hire and engage with Independent Contractors. Join us in partnership with the Seattle-King County Workforce Development Commission to learn valuable insights, benefits, challenges, and best practices for navigating these areas of business.
Registration closes on February 18th
Space is limited - so sign up early!" | | |
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"Color Outside the Lines with NAAM during Black History Month! Join the museum for three fun interactive art workshops.
🎨Saturday, February 15 2PM-4PM: Tassel Ear Candy Workshop with Ife Thomas | Learn how to make two pairs of custom yarn earrings.
🎨Sunday, February 16 2PM-4PM: Get Lit: A BHM Candle Pouring Experience | Create your own custom candle with Noir Lux Candle Bar.
🎨Saturday February 22 3PM-5PM: Black Abstract | Create intuitive abstract paintings with exhibiting artist, AshaAung Helmstetter
Register to attend these events and learn more about NAAM’s Black History Celebration" | | |
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"Applications for our 2025 Art 4 Life Digital internship are now OPEN! 👾
The paid art internship is open to youth in grades 7th-9th interested in digital art and a career in the arts.
Interns will build artistic skills through the digital art app Procreate and will learn more about career paths in creative and technology spaces, attending an interactive career panel of digital arts professionals and presenting their cohort’s work in a digital portfolio.
Participants will receive a $300 stipend upon program completion. All tech and gear will be provided.
Applications are due by Sunday, March 2nd by 11:59 PM." | | |
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"🙏🏽 🇰🇭Join CACCWA, and our partnering organizations, in Olympia at the Washington State capitol for our 1st Annual Khmer Advocacy Day!
⏰ We will be addressing our communities needs and concerns on Wednesday, February 19th, 9AM-5PM.
🔗 Please fill out our participant form that is posted in our bio and connected to
our Linktree!
Looking forward to seeing you all there 🙏🏽" | | |
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"📢 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸!
Looking for housing? Need help understanding tenant rights? Join King County Library System and Solid Ground’s free 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 online workshops this winter! ❄️
💻 Learn how to:
✅ Navigate the housing search 🏠
✅ Understand landlord screening 🔎
✅ Set up payment plans 💰
✅ Protect yourself from eviction 🚪
✅ Get deposits back & request repairs 🛠️
📅 Upcoming topics include renting with an eviction record, breaking a lease, and more!" | | |
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"April 30, 2025 will mark 50 years since the end of the war in Vietnam.
To commemorate this date, Friends of Little Sài Gòn invites community members, organizations, and advocacy groups to join us in creating an art exhibition showcasing the stories of Vietnamese refugees in King County over the past 50 years.
All 2D, 3D, and multimedia forms of art and artifacts are welcome. Submissions may include historical photos, family heirlooms, stories, paintings, sculptures, and films.
The exhibit will take place at @yuan.ru.art.center_bellevue and will be on view from April 26, 2025 to May 17, 2025.
⏰ Submission deadline is Friday, March 21, 2025, by 5 PM" | | |
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"📣🚢 CALLING ALL MARITIME INDUSTRY MEMBERS: We’re recruiting employers to serve as Intern Hosts for our upcoming Youth Maritime Career Launch (YMCL) Program this Summer of 2025 from July - September.
The YMCL is a 3-month job training internship that prepares and places our young adults (18-24) in entry-level positions that lead to employment opportunities in the maritime industry.
🫶🏾 The goal of this program is to establish an employment pipeline for underserved communities and thus, diversify the maritime workforce." Original Post | | |
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"We're [Age Up] hiring for summer internship! there are TWO OPEN LEAD POSITIONS open for current high school seniors and alumni!
application link is in our bio — more information on the position can be found in the application. don’t forget to apply by FEB 28TH!" | | |
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"CHOOSE Freedom is now accepting participants for our transformative upcoming cohort! 🌟
🌍 Are you a young person in King County? This is your chance to join a program designed just for you! We’re hosting two engaging groups every week—one for youth aged 12-17 and another for young adults aged 18-24— via Zoom. 💻✨
If you’ve been affected by gun violence or incarceration, we want YOU to be part of this supportive cohort. Ready to take the next step? Click the link in our bio, fill out the Community Referral Form, and make sure to check the box for CHOOSE Freedom." | | |
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"Check out PAID THEATRE APPRENTICESHIPS at @SeattleRep ! All Apprentices paid $20.76/hour, plus additional benefits. For the 2025/26 Season, Apprenticeship offerings include:
Production Management
Directing/Artistic Programs
Stage Management (2 positions available)
Lighting Design
Scenic Paint" Applications due Mar 31 | | |
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Looking for something to do on Saturdays? Check out the Lumberyard Bar's Queer Market! From the last one: "Join us today for Queer Market and a 2nd Valentine’s Day Writing event! These events are FREE and support Queer Businesses and take place today from 2-6pm. 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️ ⚧️ Each event, we welcome a variety of vendors, community artists, creatives, makers and more to bring you a welcome space for supporting your local queer businesses. ❤️ So come down and drink, eat and shop local! 💪🏼" | | |
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"IT Support offers the opportunity to earn the Google IT Support Professional Certificate and the CompTIA A+ certification, equipping you with the knowledge to fill a wide range of entry-level technology jobs. Recommended starting point for learners with no previous tech work experience or coursework." | | |
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South Park Resource Fair Event for community members to connect in-person with multiple resources, including: DSHS services, Jobs and Training resources, Veterinary resources, ORCA LIFT transit pass, Haircuts, and Food. All Free! Seattle Public Library South Park Branch, 8604 8th Ave. S. in Seattle | | |
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Winter Job Fair RSVP 2025 Join us to learn about our district, employee benefits, systems of support, as well as current and future job opportunities at Highline Public Schools! You will also have the opportunity to get help with the employment application, receive resume/cover letter feedback and connect with current staff.
Please register below to secure your spot. You will receive a follow-up email confirming your registration along with additional job fair information. Please note that follow-up emails are sent every Friday. | | |
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"Calling All High School Students!
Do you have the passion to embrace culture, creativity, and competition? We are in search of eager and excited youth to join Ala Mai and prepare for the 2025 La’u Samoa Competition! Join us for an unforgettable journey and experience that offers:
Academic Support
Scholarship Opportunities
Cultural Education
Siva Samoa (Traditional Dance)
Don’t miss your chance to shine and grow in this incredible event.
Deadline to register: February 21, 2025
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!
For more information, contact Taimane Tuia’ana, our Youth Program Director, at:
206-899-1069
Taimane@utopiawa.org" | | |
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"TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Let’s come together and stand with South King County refugee & immigrant communities! Please join us on Thursday, April 10th @ South Seattle College for our second ever gala as we look to celebrate and empower our team and community! Click the link below for more info and we truly hope you can help make this a special event." | | |
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"In recognition—and celebration—of this year's National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), Consumer Action is putting on a train-the-trainer webinar that will help you protect the community you serve from the latest rounds of fraudulent schemes. Our panelists, including representatives from the FTC, AARP and Amazon, will deliver an enlightening discussion of the scams most impacting consumers right now, experts' top recommendations for avoiding fraud, and, importantly, where and why to report fraud. We'll also take a close look at how community-based organizations, consumer advocacy groups, and private industry, along with government and law enforcement agencies, can work together to protect consumers and derail fraudsters' latest shenanigans." Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. PT | | |
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Get free individualized tax preparation assistance provided by IRS certified volunteers. ITIN application and renewal assistance available on Tuesdays.
No age or income limits. What to bring: Spouse (if filing jointly) Photo ID (and spouse's Photo ID, if filing jointly) Social Security Card or ITIN for each person on your return (including dependents) Income documents (such as W-2, 1099s, Social Security income documents) Business expense documents (if filing self-employment income) If anyone in the household is insured through the WA HealthPlan Marketplace, please bring Form 1095-A and each dependent’s proof of income Recommended: Bank account and routing numbers to direct deposit refund
Drop-in service. Registration not required.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. | | |
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Upcoming construction on SW 104th St between 15th Ave SW and 17th Ave SW between dates 3/3 to 4/18! King County Road Services will replace a worn-out drainage pipe located under the north side of SW 104th St (between 15th Ave SW and 17th Ave SW) from Monday, March 3, through Friday, April 18, with crews working from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Crews may work on the weekend. This work needs to happen before the Pedestrian Safety Improvements & Traffic Calming Project on 16th Avenue SW this summer. The scheduled work is weather dependent, and dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit KingCounty.gov/MyCommute or check out the project website for more details. To help keep traffic moving, the repairs will occur in three phases. The first phase of work will begin with lane restrictions on SW 104th St between 15th Ave SW & 16th Ave SW, and parking on the north side of the road will be restricted. These dates are planned but could change. Please reach out to the King County Department of Local Services with any questions at AskLocalServices@kingcounty.gov or 206-477-3800. |
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The WCCDA is a 503 (c)(3) nonprofit organization in unincorporated King County. We envision a community of diverse, empowered, and connected residents come together as stewards of the land, the people, and the built and natural assets of White Center. The WCCDA works to eradicate poverty and build a vibrant economically diverse community. For more updates and information, you can visit our website or social media platforms below. |
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