Poker runs in Renton

Poker runners ran throughout the downtown of Renton this past Saturday for the annual Spring Festival and Poker Run. Dave of Cedar Chest Antiques on S.Third St. was dealing out the cards from his deck in style. Like a man who dresses for the occasion.

Dacia Hanson of The Old Renton Book Exchange on Wells Ave.S. might be the newest arrival to the DTR, but her store had the best poker paraphernalia and hats in town. If you have not made your way into this wonderful haven of books, make it a priority soon. Dacia has the best book exchange policy to be found and the stacks are growing by the day, making it a much fre

Cedar Chest Antiques
916 South Third Street
(425) 271 - 0511

Old Renton Book Exchange
227 Wells Ave. South
425.430.BOOK / 425.430.2665

Spring Festival and a run at Poker

Renton is blooming.

Spring has sprung and this Saturday we celebrate it at the Piazza with a festival and some low key poker playing. The Renton Poker Run is a great way to see the sights in Downtown Renton, acquaint yourself with some of the newer additions to the neighborhood and maybe win a prize. There are 34 businesses participating this year - visit them all, get your best poker hand together and maybe you'll get lucky.

Tulips at Liberty Park.

Rather just slowly sip your coffee and shop? Spring Festival also means Farmers Market, arts n' crafts vendors, music, kids activities, just general fun. This is when the Piazza is the way it ought to be more often- full of people and in use.

The look of spring in North Renton.

Personally, I am on the prowl for flower bouquets at the festival and hoping that my favorite snack vendors make an appearance. Mad money well spent, I say.

Veteran's War Memorial in the DTR

Spring Festival and Poker Run
Renton Downtown Piazza
S. Third St. and Burnett Ave.S.
Saturday, April 17th 12noon - 5pm

Poker Run
Sign up at booth in the Piazza - $1 donation or canned food to benefit Renton Salvation Army
Visit all participating businesses, get a poker card from each and try to get the best hand.
12noon - 4pm

Spring Photos at the Festival

Springtime weather for the Spring Festival, hallelujah and can I hear an Amen!
Who could pass up a pair like this? The pooch was dressed up like a pirate = a picaroon! Photo worthy in my book...
This is Cheryl and Poodie herself - the inspiration and namesake of the latest pet grooming parlor to enter the realms of Renton - otherwise know as Poodie's Pet Palace, at 123 Mill Ave. S. (425) 228 - 8225. Poodie owns Magenta, the mistress of the Diamond Tattoo Parlor just around the corner from Poodie's. Both are hardworking lasses, but never let that get in the way of looking good and vibrantly, well, magenta.
My favorite find at the Spring Festival was this vendor, Wacky Crayons, nontoxic coloring bits in all shapes and sizes, with lovely colors at every corner. The urge to sit down and start creating was hard to pass up. http://www.wackycrayons.com
Brian Larson is always at the helm of any gathering, microphone in hand, spinning some tunes and introducing the entertainment. Committed volunteer - rain or shine.

I leave my favorite for last - John, the resident DANCER at any downtown event. Equal opportunity dancing partner, makes anyone look good in a spin on the Piazza floor. One dance and you are all smiles again - I guarantee it!

Celebrate Spring with a Festival and a winning Poker Hand

Tomorrow, Saturday April 18th Arts and Crafts Vendors Kids Entertainment Music Hot Dogs Corn on the Cob Piazza Attic Rummage Sale Henna Purses Sandals Soy Candles Psychic Readings FUN

Free Entrance Piazza at S. Third Street and Burnett Ave. S. 12 noon - 5 pm
Poker Run Sign Up at Booth at the Piazza Noon to 4 pm Suggested Donation $1 or food for Salvation Army 33 Downtown Businesses to visit to try to get the best Poker Hand No Experience required $1000 worth of prizes See the city through your winning hand!