Renton River Days - 2018

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33 Years of Specquackular Fun The Summer Car Show featuring the 50th Anniversary of the BMW Welcome to the 33rd Annual Renton River Days, presented by Boeing, with activities in Liberty Park on July 27-29. After contributing to Renton 2002 and BMWs made between 1966-1976, will be at Cedar River Park River Days for all 32 previous years, The Boeing Company has increased from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 29. See an impressive display their support to a greater level and are the new Presenting of German beauties. This show is presented by the Puget Sponsor of River Days. Experience this year’s festival that Sound BMW Car Club. Audi, Mercedes, and Porsches of all showcases Renton’s passion for music, art, food, active eras will also be on display. lifestyle, community organizations and our citizens. Twenty Free shuttle service will link the main festival grounds of planning committees and 250 volunteers have been working Liberty Park (at Bronson Way N. near the tennis courts) to to ensure there will be something for everyone at the festival available parking at Renton Memorial Stadium. Look for the this year. As the Official Guide for Renton River Days, “River Days Shuttle Stop” signs. This free service will run this special section of the Renton Reporter contains all the continuously based on traffic flow on Friday, July 27 from locations, times, and spotlight features to help you plan for 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday, July 28 from 9:00 a.m. to your favorite events.

9:00 p.m.; and Sunday, July 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Find your spot along South 3rd Street in downtown This year, the festival honors Allied Arts of Renton (AAR) Renton on Saturday morning, July 28, for the Parade with its Outstanding Service Award. Among many volunteer which begins at 10:00 a.m. This year, River Days honors and service areas supporting the arts, AAR has organized the community member, volunteer, festival supporter, and festival’s annual Chalk Art Contest for twenty-two years. See Denis Law owner of Torero’s Mexican Restaurant Ted Rodriguez as the page 13 for a spotlight article showcasing AAR year-round Mayor Parade’s Grand Marshal. See page 10 for a spotlight article efforts. about Rodriguez.

I hope you will take a moment to view page 6 and recognize the event The Wenatchee Youth Circus will perform three shows at Cedar River sponsors and contributors who have made our 2018 festival possible. When Park (July 27 at 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., and July 28 at 1:30 p.m.). See page you visit these businesses in the community, take a moment to thank them 11 for a complete listing of FREE Weekend Fun for Kids. Entertainment for their civic involvement and corporate partnership. Since 1986, Renton is once again diverse and non-stop with nearly 15 groups featured on the River Days remains free of admission charge and nearly all activities are entertainment stage in Liberty Park. See page 15 for the complete line-up. provided at low or no expense to children and families.

The Antique & Classic Boat Show at Gene Coulon Memorial Park, Please join me in experiencing Renton’s finest celebration as we proudly hosted and organized by the Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Antique and showcase what continues to make Renton a special place to live, learn, work, Classic Boat Society, will be on Saturday, July 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 play, and raise families. p.m. Learn about boater safety and education, free boat rides for the public

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will be offered, and the first 30 children will receive life jackets.

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Additional copies will be available at the Renton River Days Information Booth in Liberty Park, July 27-29.

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Festival Street Closures Please note the following street closures: Houser Way N. between Mill Avenue S. and Bronson Way N. will be closed at 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 26, and will reopen on Monday, July 30.

The Renton River Days Parade, beginning at 10:00 a.m., will be on Saturday, July 28, and travels down South 3rd Street from Shattuck Avenue to Liberty Park. In order to form the Parade, South 3rd Street between Rainier and Mill will be closed to all traffic and parking from 7:00 a.m. until completion of the Parade at approximately 1:00 p.m. All side streets adjacent to and leading to South 3rd Street will be restricted to local access only during the same time period.

There will be no downtown street closures on Sunday, July 29.

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July 27-29, 2018

2018 River Days Festival Schedule

Annual Senior Day Picnic Sponsored by The Law Offices of Dan Kellogg One of the festival’s most popular and signature events is the Annual Senior Day Picnic. On Thursday, July 26, from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., nearly 600 seniors will gather at the Renton Community Center, located at 1715 SE Maple Valley Hwy., to enjoy BBQ hamburgers, strawberry shortcake, and dancing to the music of Horns A Plenty. The Renton Fire Authority is also on site with free blood pressure checks. Advance tickets, $1 each, are required and available at the Renton Senior Activity Center. Call 425.430.6633 for information.

Friday, June 29 - Sunday, July 1 Jr. Advanced Tennis Tournament: (preregistration req’d), Liberty Park, Lindbergh High School, Hazen High School and Renton High School; various times

Friday, July 13 - Sunday, July 15 Jr. Intermediate Tennis Tournament: (preregistration req’d), Liberty Park, Lindbergh High School, Hazen High School and Renton High School; various times

Friday, July 20 - Sunday, July 22 Open & NTRP Tennis Championships: (preregistration req’d), Liberty Park, Lindbergh High School, Hazen High School and Renton High School; various times

Tuesday, July 24 Renton History Museum: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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2018 River Days Festival Schedule

Annual Pancake Breakfast Sponsored by Harley Exteriors Organized by Renton Lions Club The Renton Lions Club is looking forward to meeting, greeting and serving lots of hungry people at the Annual River Days Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, July 28, 7:30 - 10:00 a.m., at the Renton Senior Activity Center.

The menu includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, fruit cup, juice and coffee or tea. Prices are $6.00 for adults, and $4.00 for seniors and children under 12.

Come fill your tummies before the grand parade and help the Lions Club fund their community projects.

The public is invited to bring donations of used eyeglasses and hearing aids, non-perishable food items for the Salvation Army Renton Rotary Food Bank, clean and bagged items for the Renton Clothing Bank, and towels and blankets for the Humane Society.

Wednesday, July 25 Renton History Museum: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Thursday, July 26 Renton History Museum: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Senior Day BBQ Picnic: Renton Community Center (advance ticket req’d), 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Renton Annual Art Show Preview Party: Renton Community Center ($20), 8 p.m.

Friday, July 27 Renton History Museum: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Renton Annual Art Show: Renton Community Center, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Free Shuttle Service: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Art Market (arts and crafts booths): Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Community Information Booths: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

KidZones: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Nibble of Renton: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Stage Entertainment: Liberty Park, 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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2018 Event & Activity “Gold” Sponsors

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Renton Smile Dentistry Renton Technical College Smith Brothers Farms The Law Offices of Steven D. Weier Torero’s Mexican Restaurants UW Medicine-Valley Medical Center Walker’s Renton Subaru Wiener & Lambka, P.S.

2018 Family of Contributors Jim & Char Baker Costco Cugini Florist & Fine Gifts D&D Floor Covering Inc.

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2018 River Days Festival Schedule (Friday, July 27 continued from page 4) Wenatchee Youth Circus: (Tickets $3/youth $4/adult) Cedar River Park, 1:30 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Saturday, July 28 Pancake Breakfast: Renton Senior Activity Center, 7:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Six-A-Side Soccer Tournament: Renton High School, 8 a.m.

Free Shuttle Service: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Renton River Days Parade: South 3rd Street, 10 a.m.

Renton History Museum: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Antique & Classic Boat Show: Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Annual Quilt Exhibition: Renton Community Center, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Specquackular Action: River Days Sports and Recreation

Jr. Advanced Tennis Tournament Organized by Renton School District Ages 10-18, June 29 - July 1, at Liberty Park, Lindbergh High School, Hazen High School and Renton High School.

Pre-registration required. www.USTA.com Junior Intermediate Tennis Tournament Organized by Renton School District Ages 10-18, July 13-15, at Liberty Park, Lindbergh High School, Hazen High School and Renton High School.

Pre-registration required. www.USTA.com Open & NTRP Tennis Championship Organized by Renton School District All ages, July 20-22, at Liberty Park, Lindbergh High School, Hazen High School and Renton High School. Pre-registration req’d. www.USTA.com Six-A-Side Soccer Tournament Organized by Greater Renton-Tukwila Youth Soccer Assoc.

Annual youth soccer tournament, Saturday, July 28, at Renton High School. Open to Boys and Girls U/9 through U/16. Visit grtysa.org.

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2018 River Days Festival Schedule (Saturday, July 28 continued from page 4) Renton Annual Art Show: Renton Community Center, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Community Information Booths: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Art Market (arts and crafts booths): Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

KidZones: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Nibble of Renton: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Stage Entertainment: Liberty Park, 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Chalk Art Contest: Tennis Courts in Liberty Park, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Wenatchee Youth Circus: (Tickets $3/youth $4/adult) Cedar River Park, 1:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 29 Free Shuttle Service: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Summer Car Show featuring the 50th Anniversary of the BMW 2002: Cedar River Park, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Antique & Classic Boat Show

Renton River Days welcomes the return of the Antique & Classic Boat Show at Gene Coulon Memorial Park. Hosted and organized by the Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society, this classic boat show will be on Saturday, July 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Learn about boater safety and education, free boat rides for the public will be offered, and the first 30 children will receive life jackets. acbs-pnw.org

July 27-29, 2018

Art Market (arts and crafts booths): Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

KidZones: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Community Information Booths: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Nibble of Renton: Liberty Park, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Stage Entertainment: Liberty Park, 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Renton History Museum: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Annual Quilt Exhibition: Renton Community Center, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Renton Annual Art Show: Renton Community Center, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Rubber Ducky Derby: Houser Street Bridge, 4:30 p.m.

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Renton River Days Honors Community Member Teodoro (Ted) Rodriguez as 2018 Parade Grand Marshal Ted Rodriguez’ move to Renton dates back to 1978, when his childhood friend invited him to become partners in Renton’s first Mexican restaurant: Torero’s Mexican Restaurant.

“I dreamed about having a little place-only my wife and I” Rodriguez says. “I always had the dream to own a store and to have my own business, but I never thought it would grow this much.”

The Torero’s brand grew to have 11 restaurants, yet Ted felt he was also drawn to serve his community as much as possible. Over the years, Ted has been a longtime supporter and participant in Renton River Days and has served as a member of many Renton community organizations including: Renton Rotary, Renton Technical College Foundation Board,

2018 Parade Grand Marshal Ted Rodriguez with daughter Veronica Rodriguez Medina (co-owner of Torero’s)

Renton Sister Cities Association, Renton-Cuautla Sister City Committee, Renton-Nishiwaki Sister City Committee, Mayor’s Inclusion Task Force, Community Advisory Committee for the City of Renton,

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and the 1997 Renton Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year.

Also, in 2003, Rodriguez became an ordained Deacon for the Seattle Catholic Diocese. His home parish is St. Anthony’s, also located in Renton, but helps out in different local parishes.

Ted loves being a citizen of this great community and as he says “It is my honor and privilege to serve people, not only in my restaurant, but in my church and my community.”

Rodriguez and Torero’s Mexican Restaurants have been known to sponsor spectacular Parade entries featuring Mexican folkloric dancers, Mariachi music, Charros, and beautiful dancing horses. Cheer and celebrate this year’s Parade Grand Marshal Teodoro (Ted) Rodriguez on Saturday, July 28. Parade starts at 10:00 a.m., and goes down South 3rd Street.

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Summer Car Show featuring the 50th Anniversary of the BMW 2002 and BMWs made between 1966-1976: See an impressive display of German Beauties at Cedar River Park on Sunday, July 29, between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Presented by the Puget Sound BMW Car Club. Audi, Mercedes, and Porsches of all eras will also be on display.

July 27-29, 2018

Free “Specquackular!” Weekend Fun for Kids Kids are the focus at these free fun activities at Liberty Park, Friday-Sunday, July 27-29! Special thanks to the sponsors (listed to the right) who made these festival features free of charge for kids and families.

All activities will take place between 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., though some activities start earlier and/or end later.

• Board Games of the World, co-sponsored by Kenworth Truck Company and Stoneway Concrete • Caricaturist • Chalk Art Contest (Saturday only), sponsored by Wiener & Lambka, P.S. • Climbing Wall, co-sponsored by Walker’s Renton Subaru and The Law Offices of Steven D. Weier • Dizzy’s Tumble Bus, co-sponsored by UW Medicine-Valley Medical Center and Proliance Orthopedic Associates • Hamster Balls • Inflatable Playland, co-sponsored by IKEA and Renton Smile Dentistry • Junk Chimes, sponsored by Fred Meyer • Kids ID Cards • LEGO PlayZone, co-sponsored by ADT Security Services • Petting Zoo, co-sponsored by McLendon Hardware and Mountain Mist

Specquackular Food at the Nibble

Sponsored by Alexander Party Rentals Experience a variety of culinary delights from local restaurants and caterers at the 2018 Nibble of Renton at Liberty Park.

Food vendors will feature Hawaiian, Irish meat pies, chicken strips, teriyaki, burgers, corn dogs, chowder, fish and chips, grilled salmon caesar salads, roasted corn, elephant ears, strawberry shortcake, smoothies, ice cream, Italian sodas, and espresso to name just a few. Menu prices range from $7-$11, so come hungry to Liberty Park.

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Friday, July 27: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 28: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 29: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

July 27-29, 2018

• Putt Putt Golf, sponsored by Smith Brothers Farms • Renton Fire Authority Activities • Renton Police Dept Activities • Sound of Culture, sponsored by Renton Technical College • Strolling Stilt Character, co-sponsored

by Champion Windows • Toymaker’s Workshop (Saturday/Sunday), co-sponsored by AlaskaUSA Federal Credit Union and Atkinson Wealth Strategies • Vuelta La Luna - Hooping, Aerialist & Balloons, sponsored by Torero’s Mexican Restaurants

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2018 Renton River Days presented by Boeing Board of Directors and Volunteers BOARD OF DIRECTORS • Darren Stott, Chair • Kelly Beymer • Vicki Faull • Roy Gunsolus • Chris Hanis • Carol Janssen • Jeff Lukins • Randy Matheson • Veronica Medina • Carrie Nass • Nancy Quinn • Tim Searing, Treasurer • Kim Unti • Jace Werre • Sonja Mejlaender, Festival Coordinator ART MARKET • Briana & Kim Unti, Co-Chairs • Valerie Barabe CHALK ART CONTEST • Allied Arts of Renton • Melody Kroeger • Linda Middlebrooks • Pat Tucker-Dolan CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES & COMMUNITY BOOTHS • Valerie Barabe • Robin Gregoris • Carmen Unti CITY SUPPORT SERVICES • Communications • Community & Economic Development • Community Services, Parks, Recreation & Neighborhoods, Facilities • Public Works • Police Department • Renton Fire Authority • Technical Services • Transportation Systems ENTERTAINMENT • Jeff Lukins • Renee Lukins

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FESTIVAL PROGRAMS & EVENTS • Antique & Classic Boat Show - Karl Hoffman, Warren Olson, & Ron Stevenson • Summertime BMW Car Show - Steve Libby & Puget Sound BMW Club • Museum - Elizabeth Stewart • Renton Kiwanis & Key Clubs - Vanessa Chodykin GRAPHIC DESIGN • Carol Janssen NIBBLE OF RENTON • Jace Werre, Chair • Veronica Medina, Co-Chair • Nate Bainbridge • Carl Taylor • Scot Weisser PANCAKE BREAKFAST • Renton Lions Club • Chris Johnson

MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS • Darren Stott • Carol Janssen • Randy Matheson • Carmen Unti

RUBBER DUCKY DERBY • Rich Foster, Co-Chair • Joann Lee, Co-Chair • Rotary Club of Renton

QUILT EXHIBITION • Chris Black, Chair • Cedar River Quilt Guild

SPORTS • Andy O’Brien, Co-Chair • Donna Eken, Co-Chair Soccer Tournament • Greater Renton-Tukwila Youth Soccer Assoc.

• Don Sando Tennis Tournaments • Renton High School

RENTON ANNUAL ART SHOW • Vicki Faull, Chair • Elena Bakhareva • Gayle Collins • Maryanne Hoben • Joan Martin • Linda Middlebrooks • Vicki Navarro

SENIOR DAY PICNIC • Debbie Little

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR • Sharon Murphy

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PARADE • Nancy Quinn, Chair • Robin Gregoris, Staging • Kim Allen • Linda Balow • Kari Calderon • Clair Campbell • Anna Celich • Jennifer Harris • Heidi Landis • Toraya Miller • Sharon Murphy • Kerry Nelson • Brad Strecker • Nancy Terry • Lisa Yaskus PUBLICITY / MEDIA • Renton Reporter

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Allied Arts Honored with Outstanding Service Award Since 1991, the volunteer Renton River Days (RRDs) Board of Directors has selected an individual, team or organization to receive the festival’s Outstanding Service Award. This year, the Board selected Allied Arts of Renton, Inc. An all-volunteer non-profit organization, with a passion for the arts, Allied Arts of Renton (AAR) has been actively promoting arts in Renton since its formation in 1963. The 11-member volunteer Board of Directors, who represent a variety of art groups and interests in the community, believe a strong arts community is a valuable asset to our City.

Highlights of AAR volunteer and service efforts within the RRDs festival include:

Allied Arts Board: sitting clockwise around the table are: Donna Duffey, Jaris English, Sue Tierney, Linda Middlebrooks, Shari Fisher and Deloris Dewing. Standing is Cira Reymann Not pictured: Melody Kroeger, Sonja Kyes, Janice Tanner and Pat Tucker-Dolan.

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Specquackular Art at River Days Art Market

22nd Annual Chalk Art Contest

Browse and shop 50-plus hand-crafted artist and Marketplace vendor booths. rentonriverdaysartmarket@gmail.com.

July 27 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

July 28 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

July 29 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Organized by Allied Arts Sponsored by Wiener & Lambka, P.S. Local artists and art lovers invited to show off their creative skills. Participation is FREE; all materials provided.

Award categories: Professional Artists, Adults 18-Up, Juniors 13-17, and Tweens 9-12. All children under 12 will receive a participation gift. 206.919.9746.

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Original pieces by Pacific Northwest artists at this annual juried fine art show. Artwork available for purchase.

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July 26 - 8:00 p.m. Preview Party (tickets req’d: $20) July 27-28 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

July 29 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

20th Annual Cedar River Quilt Guild Exhibition and Challenge Renton Community Center

Sponsored by Bath Fitter Dozens of quilted art pieces on display. Cast your vote and help choose this year’s favorite!

July 28 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

July 29 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Circus is Comin’ to Town!

Co-Sponsored by The Wenatchee Youth Circus will host three performances at Cedar River Park, the park adjacent to the Henry Moses Aquatics Center and the Renton Community Center.

Show times are Friday, July 27 at 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 28 at 1:30 p.m. Tickets cost $3 per child under 18 and $4 per adult.

Tickets may be purchased at the Festival Information Booth on July 27 or 28 in Liberty Park or 30 minutes prior to show times at the Circus entrance.

Seating is “festival style” on the grass field. Easy access on foot from Liberty Park to Cedar River Park by using the I-405 underpass.

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Rubber Ducky Derby Starting at 4:30 p.m., on Sunday, July 29, thousands of little yellow ducks will jump from the Houser Street Bridge and race down the Cedar River.

For each $5 ticket, supporters have a chance to win: 1st Place: $1,000 Cash donated by Renton Rotarians 2nd Place: $750 Cash donated by Renton Coil Spring 3rd Place: $500 Gift Card donated by IKEA 4th Place: $500 Gift Certificate from King & Bunny’s 5th Place: $525 Gift Package of Renton Dining donated by Melrose Grill, Torero’s, Gyros House, Wildfin Grill, The Rock, Jimmy Mac’s, The Red House and Marianna.

Tickets are available for purchase: **At the Renton Rotary table at the Tuesday Renton Farmers Market at the Piazza in downtown Renton **At the Renton Rotary Exhibitor Booth in Liberty Park during festival weekend July 27 - 29 **From Rotarians selling tickets along the Parade route on South 3rd Street on Saturday, July 28 **At Cugini Florists, St. Charles Place Antiques, Garland Jewelers, and The Renton Printery, located in downtown Renton **And from any Renton Rotary Club member

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July 27-29, 2018

“Always Specquackular” River Days Parade!

Parade sponsored by

For the 33rd year, spectators will line S. 3rd St. from Shattuck Ave. to Liberty Park on Saturday, July 28, for the 10:00 a.m. start of the annual Renton River Days Parade, sponsored by Brotherton Cadillac. River Days appreciates the annual return of STAR 101.5 FM’s Kent Phillips as our Parade Announcer for 75+ entries showcasing drill and dance teams, marching bands, sport teams, community and kid-focused groups, classic cars, plus much more. Also featured, will be community member, volunteer, festival supporter and owner of Torero’s Mexican Restaurants Ted Rodriguez as the Parade’s Grand Marshal, and this year Renton River Days honors Allied Arts of Renton, as our 2018 Outstanding Service Award recipient. You are sure to experience “specquackular” fun at this exciting annual event. See page 10 for a spotlight on Parade Grand Marshal Ted Rodriguez and page 13 for the spotlight on Allied Arts of Renton.

Stage Entertainment Co-Sponsored by Friday, July 27 11:30 a.m. Slim Wizzy - Country Blues & Rock 1:30 p.m. TuN The Band - Funk, Blues & Rock n Roll 3:15 p.m. Northwest Tap Connection 4:45 p.m. Shaggy Sweet - Pop, Rock & Blues 6:30 p.m. Oncore - Pop & Dance Hits Saturday, July 28 11:30 a.m. Wally & the Beaves - Classic Rock & Oldies 1:45 p.m. Jeff Evans - Magic, sponsored by KCLS 3:15 p.m. Darren Motamedy - Jazz 5:30 p.m. Roberto the Magnificent - Juggler 7:00 p.m. Groove Nation - Motown, Funk & Latin Sunday, July 29 11:30 a.m. Spirit of Ojah - Ghanaian Highlife,

Reggae & Funk 1:15 p.m. Renton City Concert Band 3:00 p.m. Grupo Folklorico Citlali - youth dance 4:30 p.m. Jr. Cadillac - Classic Rock & Roll

July 27-29, 2018

Renton River Days presented by The Boeing Company

Wally & the Beaves

Spirit of Ojah

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Renton River Days presented by The Boeing Company

July 27-29, 2018