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Kent Cornucopia Days “Scholarship Program”:  Join us as we select this years 2008 Miss Cornucopia.  This program will end with Miss Cornucopia being announced at the “Main Stage”, Friday the 11^th, 2pm at Kent Cornucopia Days.

Tuesday, July 4th

Summer Splash:  Join us for a wild time at the City of Kent’s Summer Splash at Lake Meridian.  Lots of games, food booths, & free entertainment.  We are also proud sponsors of 4th of July fireworks display over the lake.   All day.

Wednesday, July 9th

Kent Downtown Merchants Sidewalk Sale:  The Kent Downtown Merchants expand to the sidewalks with incredible bargains for everyone.  All day.

Summer Art Exhibit and Opening Gala:  The annual Cornucopia Days Gala offers a festive evening of art, food and fun on July 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Centennial Center Gallery.  All are invited to attend this free event.  Join sponsors, Kent Arts Commission,  Bella Home and Garden and Zephyr Grill and Bar, for refreshments, a no host bar, French cabaret music from Rouge, meeting the artists and voting for the “People’s Choice Award.”  Call 253-856-5050 or visit www.kentarts.com for more information.

Summer Art Exhibit  The 2008 exhibit will feature artwork in two separate exhibits: Large Work (June  3 –July 13) and Small Work (July 9 – August 28) in the Centennial Center Gallery (400 W. Gowe St.)  Both exhibits will feature two dimensional works from a total of  45 artists from Kent and throughout the region.  All juried artwork (from both Large Work and Small Work exhibits) will be displayed during Kent Cornucopia Days weekend, July 11 – 13.  Artwork will be available for viewing and purchase throughout the months of July and August during regular gallery hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

Thursday, July 10th

“Funtastic Shows” Carnival:  Experience the thrills of this full size carnival that has rides for all ages, from the latest and fastest rides available today to smaller rides just for the small kids.  There is a full Midway and a dedicated Children’s rides area.   Look for opening day discount coupons at participating merchants.   Corner of W. Smith and Lincoln Ave. (former Metro Park & Ride lot) 3:00pm until closing.

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 9th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch nearly 150 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities.

Kent Downtown Merchants Sidewalk Sale:  Continues, all day

Friday, July 11th

Kent Lions “Street Fair” & “Taste of Cornucopia”:  An unbelievably large variety of arts & crafts and food vendors, including commercial and other displays with over 600 booths to choose from.  Over 35 food booths throughout the streets, and two large food courts next to the entertainment stages in the Kent Library & Burlington Green Park.  10:00am to 9:00pm.

Funtastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 2:00pm until closing.

Muckleshoot Casino “Main Stage”:  Sit down and relax while being entertained by our live performers.  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Kent Arts Commission with support from Valley Medical Center, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Miss Cornucopia Coronation: Meet our new Miss Cornucopia 2008 as she is announced and crowned by Mayor Suzette Cooke at the Cornucopia "Main Stage", Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith. 2:00pm.

“Gazebo Stage”:   Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions” at the Gazebo enjoy Jazz music at its best.  Located next to the “Ram Restaurant” Beer Garden in Burlington Green Park on Railroad Ave, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  3:00pm to 9:00pm

Family Stage: An integral part of the Children’s Area.  Featuring exciting entertainment including local and regional performers that will delight the entire family.  Located within the heart of the Children’s Area in front of the fireplace at Kent Station on Ramsay Way.  12:00n to 5:00pm

Square Dance:  Join in or just watch and enjoy our annual square dance at the Railroad Street Stage, Meeker St. & Railroad Ave, seating area provided.  8:00p until dark.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show” presents an art show and sale at the Rose Park, on 1st and Meeker.  10:00am to 9:00pm.

Bingo:  “Lions Bingo” at the Titus Park on the corner of 1^st & Titus.  10:00 am until closing.

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 9th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch over 150 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities.

Educational & Special Events:

·         Kids and adults will enjoy our Military Displays with equipment & vehicles from the Army National Guard and other military units.  On Gowe St between Railroad and 1st Ave.  10:00am to 9:00pm.

 ·         Visit the Kent Police & Fire Dept Safety Fair, located on Railroad Ave between Gowe and Meeker, for tips to keep your family safe, kids can climb aboard a fire truck. 10:00am to 9:00pm.

 ·         Children’s Area:  A fun and interactive destination designed especially for kids and offering an array of activities to keep the youngest festival-goers entertained and educated.  Hands-on arts and crafts projects and workshops give kids the opportunity to work with and learn from professional artists.  Located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 ·         Summer Art Exhibit  The 2008 exhibit will feature artwork in two separate exhibits: Large Work (June  3 –July 13) and Small Work (July 9 – August 28) in the Centennial Center Gallery (400 W Gowe St.)  Both exhibits will feature two dimensional works from a total of  45 artists from Kent and throughout the region.  All juried artwork (from both Large Work and Small Work exhibits) will be displayed during Kent Cornucopia Days weekend, July 11 – 13.  Artwork will be available for viewing and purchase throughout the months of July and August during regular gallery hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

 ·         Kent Cornucopia Days Theater:  Welcome to our newest event with the Hi-Liners DownStage Center’s production of Disney’s “Mulan Jr.” at Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts Center, 10020 SE 256^th in Kent.  7 pm.

 Beer Garden, by the Ram Restaurant, located in Burlington Green Park, next to the food court and stage.  This event will benefit several non-profit groups. 12 noon to 9 pm.

 Fine Crafts Market Area:  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services, the Market Place is for crafts people and artists specializing in handcrafted items only.  The objective is to create a colorful, balanced and varied selection of high quality handmade crafts and artwork at the festival.  The Fine Crafts Market Area is located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 12th

Muckleshoot Casino “Main Stage”:  Sit down and relax while being entertained by our live performers.  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Kent Arts Commission with support from Valley Medical Center, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Family Stage: An integral part of the Children’s Area.  Featuring exciting entertainment including local and regional performers that will delight the entire family.  Located within the heart of the Children’s Area in front of the fireplace at Kent Station on Ramsay Way.  12:00n to 5:00pm

“Gazebo Stage”:  Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions Club” at the Gazebo enjoy Jazz music at its best.  Located next to the “Ram Restaurant” Beer Garden in Burlington Green  Park on Railroad Ave, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  3:00pm to 9:00pm

Kent Lions “Street Fair”, “Taste of Cornucopia”, “Kent Farmers Market” & Kent Station “Fine Crafts Market” Area:  Continues, 10:00am to 9:00pm.

Funtastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 11:00 am until closing.

Kent Cornucopia Days 8^th Annual “Dragon Boat Races”:  Enjoy this beautiful event on Kent’s own Lake Meridian.  Nearly 50 Washington, Oregon, Canadian, California, and local teams will race in eight giant 45-foot boots with a crew of 24 people.  Races begin at 8:30 am until 5:00 pm.  The park will have activities for the family including food booths, along with souvenir and team booths.  Shuttle from Kent Fire Station #75, Horizon Elementary School, Kentwood HS, and the 132P^ndP Park & Ride lot.  6:00 am to 6:00 pm

Jaguar Football Kent Cornucopia Bowl III: French Field at Kent-Meridian High School, 10020 SE 256th Street, Kent – the 2005/2006/2007 Northwest Football League Champion, King County Jaguars will host the British Columbia Spartans, Saturday July 12, 2008 at 7:00pm in a classic battle of Northwest Minor League Football powers.  For the third year the Jaguars are proud to partner with Kent's Cornucopia Days celebration, hosted by the Kent Lions. 

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 9th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch over 150 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities.

Educational & Special Events:

 ·         Kids and adults will enjoy our Military Displays with equipment & vehicles from the Army National Guard and other military units.  On Gowe St between Railroad and 1st Ave.  10:00am to 9:00pm.

 ·         Visit the Kent Police & Fire Dept Safety Fair, located on Railroad Ave between Gowe and Meeker, for tips to keep your family safe, kids can climb aboard a fire truck or police car. 10:00am to 9:00pm.

 ·         Children’s Area:  A fun and interactive destination designed especially for kids and offering an array of activities to keep the youngest festival-goers entertained and educated.  Hands-on arts and crafts projects and workshops give kids the opportunity to work with and learn from professional artists.  Located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 ·         Summer Art Exhibit  The 2008 exhibit will feature artwork in two separate exhibits: Large Work (June  3 –July 13) and Small Work (July 9 – August 28) in the Centennial Center Gallery (400 W. Gowe St.)  Both exhibits will feature two dimensional works from a total of  45 artists from Kent and throughout the region.  All juried artwork (from both Large Work and Small Work exhibits) will be displayed during Kent Cornucopia Days weekend, July 11 – 13.  Artwork will be available for viewing and purchase throughout the months of July and August during regular gallery hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

·         Kent Cornucopia Days Theater:  Welcome to our newest event with the Hi-Liners DownStage Center’s production of Disney’s “Mulan Jr.” at Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts Center, 10020 SE 256^th in Kent.  7 pm.

Inline Skate & Skateboard Tournaments:  Our 12th Annual at the "Arbor 360 Park” new location. Inline Registration at 9 am and the tournament at 10 am.  Professional demonstration at 12 noon.  Skateboard registration at 12 noon and tournament at 1 pm.  Live entertainment and music by radio station Funky Monkey.  At the Arbor 360 Park, 240^th & 120^th.   9:00 am until 6 pm.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show” Continues in Rose Park:  Continues, 10:00am to 9:00pm.

Bingo:  “Lions Bingo” at the Titus Park on the corner of 1^st & Titus.  10:00 am until closing.

Beer Garden, by the Ram Restaurant, located in Burlington Green Park, next to the food court and stage.  This event will benefit several non-profit groups. 12 noon to 9 pm.

Sunday, July 13th

Kent Lions “Street Fair”, “Taste of Cornucopia”, “Kent Farmers Market” & Kent Station “Fine Crafts Market” Area:  Continues, 10:00 am to 5:00pm.

Fantastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 11:00am until closing.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show”:  Continues in Rose Park, 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Grand Parade:  Join with thousands of spectators who line the streets for Kent largest and most prominent parade. Enjoy floats, marching bands, drill teams, and the SEAFAIR Pirates. Bring the family early for this outstanding event, which will be held along 4th Ave., starting at Saar St. and ending at James Street. The reviewing stand is in front of the Kent Police Dept. This year’s theme is “We will rock you” and will be broadcast live over the City of Kent’s Channel 21. Parade starts at 2:00pm.

Muckleshoot Casino “Main Stage”:  Sit down and relax while being entertained by our live performers.  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Kent Arts Commission with support from Valley Medical Center, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  12:00n to 5:00pm.

Family Stage: An integral part of the Children’s Area.  Featuring exciting entertainment including local and regional performers that will delight the entire family.  Located within the heart of the Children’s Area in front of the fireplace at Kent Station on Ramsay Way.  12:00n to 5:00pm

“Gazebo Stage”:  Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions” at the Gazebo enjoy Jazz music at its best.  Located next to the “Ram Restaurant” Beer Garden in Burlington Green  Park on Railroad Ave, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  3:00pm to 9:00pm

Bingo:  “Lions Bingo” at the Titus Park on the corner of 1^st & Titus.  10:00 am until closing.

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 9th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch over 125 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities.

Educational & Special Events:

·         Kids and adults will enjoy our Military Displays with equipment & vehicles from the Army National Guard and other military units.  On Gowe St between Railroad and 1st Ave.  10:00am to 5:00pm.

·         Visit the Kent Police & Fire Dept Safety Fair, located on Railroad Ave between Gowe and Meeker, for tips to keep your family safe, kids can climb aboard a fire truck. 10:00am to 5:00pm.

·         Children’s Area:  A fun and interactive destination designed especially for kids and offering an array of activities to keep the youngest festival-goers entertained and educated.  Hands-on arts and crafts projects and workshops give kids the opportunity to work with and learn from professional artists.  Located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. - 5:00 pm

·         Summer Art Exhibit  The 2008 exhibit will feature artwork in two separate exhibits: Large Work (June

 3 –July 13) and Small Work (July 9 – August 28) in the Centennial Center Gallery (400 W. Gowe St.)  Both exhibits will feature two dimensional works from a total of  45 artists from Kent and throughout the region.  All juried artwork (from both Large Work and Small Work exhibits) will be displayed during Kent Cornucopia Days weekend, July 11 – 13.  Artwork will be available for viewing and purchase throughout the months of July and August during regular gallery hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

·         Kent Cornucopia Days Theater:  Welcome to our newest event with the Hi-Liners DownStage Center’s production of Disney’s “Mulan Jr.” at Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts Center, 10020 SE 256^th in Kent.  3 pm.

Beer Garden, by the Ram Restaurant, located in Burlington Green Park, next to the food court and stage.  This event will benefit several non-profit groups. 12 noon to 6 pm.