Renton’s calendar is packed with family‑friendly and veteran‑focused events this November, offering opportunities for fellowship, charitable giving, and healthy recreation. Below is a quick guide to each upcoming activity.
Veterans Day Dance – November 6
Celebrate Veterans Day at the Renton Community Center with an evening of music, dancing, and camaraderie. Adults ages 50 and older are invited to enjoy live music, light refreshments, a photo booth, and meaningful connections. Admission is $5, with tickets available online at rentonwa.gov. The dance runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 1715 Maple Valley Hwy.
Holiday Bazaar – November 14
The Renton United Methodist Church will host a holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shoppers can browse a soup lunch, bake sale, quilts, aprons, fabric wallets, crafts, and more. All proceeds benefit Washington Wildfire Relief. Payments are cash or check only. The event is located at 2201 NE 4th Street.
Card Making, Cookie & Cocoa – November 14
North Renton Neighborhood Association and the Renton Sunset Neighborhood Association invite all ages to a morning of holiday card making, cookies, cocoa, and conversation. Supplies and snacks are provided. The activity runs from 9 a.m. to noon; participants should RSVP via forms.gle/DUHKVryGrxWESLdh9. The venue is 1032 Edmonds Ave. NE.
Café Vets – Ongoing (Third Thursday of Each Month)
Renton American Legion Post 19 and its Auxiliary host a monthly coffee gathering for veterans and guests. Held on the third Thursday of each month (except December) from 10 a.m. to noon, the event takes place in the Post Hall at 3224 NE 12th St., Renton Highlands, under the water tower. No Legion membership is required, though most veterans are eligible. A Post Service Officer will be available to assist with VA claims.
The Table – Saturday, November 20
Luther’s Table, in partnership with Reach Meal Coalition and Sustainable Renton, offers a free community meal from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. No sign‑up is required, and volunteers are welcome to help with preparation, serving, and cleanup. The meal is served at 419 S. 2nd St.
Renton Parkrun – Every Saturday
The weekly 5K Parkrun takes place each Saturday at 9 a.m. on the Cedar River Trail trailhead by the I‑405 overpass. Registration is required but the event is free and open to walkers, joggers, runners, volunteers, and spectators. More information is available at parkruns.us/renton. Coordinates: 47.4802 N, -122.199 W.
Residents with additional events or photos to share can email [email protected] for inclusion in future calendars.
Original reporting: Renton Reporter — read the source article.
