Events

Commission Meeting

When: June 30, 2009, 1:00 p.m.
Where: Pier 69

Port of Seattle Police Department's Citizens Academy

When: Mondays, July 13 - September 2, 10 a.m. - noon
Where: The World Trade Center Building, 2200 Alaskan Way, Seattle (across from Pier 66)

Have you wondered about the work of a Port police officer? The Port of Seattle Police Department is offering a unique opportunity to learn up close about the many challenges facing local law enforcement. It's called “Citizens Academy” and consists of a once-a-week, 10-week program that is free and open to the public. Learn more and sign up.

5th Annual Duwamish River Festival

When: Saturday, August 8, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Duwamish Waterway Park, in the South Park neighborhood, Seattle 7900 10th Ave South @ S. Kenyon St.
Celebrate the Duwamish River cleanup and restoration! Free, family-friendly environmental festival features updates on the Duwamish River Superfund cleanup, kayak tours on the river, live entertainment, water taxi rides, food, children’s activities, natural yard care tips, health information, and more! Find details here, or call (206) 954-0218.

Fishermen's Fall Festival

When: Saturday, September 26, 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Where: Fishermen's Terminal
Fun, free, family-friendly festival featuring live entertainment, Salmon BBQ, Oyster hucking contest, children’s activities, and more. Watch for details.

Regional Small Business Development Program: How to do Business with the Port

When: TBD
Where: John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, Seattle Public Schools
The Regional Small Business Development Program (RSBDP) offers a range of business focused classes including public contracting, business plans, MS Project, bonding, and QuickBooks. The Program is targeted especially for small firms with revenues of $1 million or less and provides a free comprehensive business assessment for each participating firm. For more information contact Marie Cruz at 206.252.0561