City of Carnation Newsletter

Vol. 04 | June 2025

Thank you for voting us the Best City in the 425!

City Events

Carnation Recycling Collection Event

June 14, 2025 | 9:00 AM | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints


What you can bring!

  • Tires - some fees apply
  • Lead Acid Batteries
  • Alkaline Batteries
  • Electronic/Computer Equipment - some fees apply
  • TV Sets
  • Paper Shredding
  • Propane Tanks - fee applies
  • Porcelain Toilets & Sinks - fee applies
  • Appliances & Scrap Metal - some fees apply
  • Refrigerators & Freezers - fee applies
  • Bulky Wood
  • Mattresses/Box Springs - fee applies

Free Movie Night

June 27, 2025 | 8:00 PM |Tolt Commons


This Community Movie Night is presented by the City of Carnation, Snovalley Pride, Seattle Theatre Group, the Carnation Chamber of Commerce, and Empower Youth Network!


You’re invited to a magical summer evening of music, movies, and community connection at our Community Movie Night at Tolt Commons in Carnation! Join us on the lawn for an unforgettable night under the stars with friends, neighbors, and plenty of smiles.

  • Live Music at 8PM
  • Campfire & Free S’mores from Snovalley Pride
  • Free Popcorn Courtesy of the City of Carnation
  • Feature Film at 9PM: ‘The Greatest Showman’ – a dazzling celebration of love, dreams, and daring to be different!

Come visit us at these Community Events!

Pride Picnic

June 8, 2025 | 11:00 AM |Tolt Commons


We are so excited to host a FREE arts and crafts booth at Snovalley Pride's third annual Pride Picnic on Sunday, June 8th from 11am–3pm at Tolt Commons in Carnation! It’s no wonder this event has become known as “the Sweetest Picnic in the Valley”, and this year promises to be the sweetest yet!


Join us for a joyful day filled with free live music from Stephanie Anne Johnson, Brittany Davis, Elizabeth Hill and the Valley Folk, and Xander Corbett; free catered lunch from Carnation Café and Remlinger Farms; and free arts & crafts hosted by 13 amazing local organizations.


Pack a blanket, grab your friends and family, and come soak up the sun in community with us. Let’s celebrate the love, joy, and vibrant diversity that make the Snoqualmie Valley such a beautiful place to call home.

Carnation Block Party

June 21, 2025 | 10:30 AM |Tolt Commons


The Carnation Block Party - Solstice Celebration will be taking place @ the Tolt Commons in downtown Carnation on June 21st! Brought to you by the Lee Arts Foundation & Morgan Henley Presents!


Live music, arts/crafts activities, vendors, ribbon cutting for the Tolt Triangle Park, yoga, beer & wine garden (21+) & more! It's a free event to attend & all ages.


As part of the Carnation Block Party festivities, the City of Carnation is going to do a ribbon cutting for the Tolt Triangle Park at 11:30 AM.

 

Thanks to King Conservation District funding, the City will be giving away blueberry, huckleberry and rose bushes to the first 100 people!


Congratulations Deputy Mayor Ribail!


The Washington Association of School Administrators presented Deputy Mayor Ribail with a Certificate of Merit! This award is in recognition of outstanding community leadership and service to education and the young people of Washington. Pictured here with Riverview School District Superintendent Dr. Susan Leach.

Mark your calendars!

City Council Meeting

June 3, 2025 | 6:00 PM | City Hall


Sunflower Planting Party

June 11, 2025 | 5:00 PM | Corner of Blanche Street & Tolt Avenue


Carnation Recycling Collection Event

June 14, 2025 | 9:00 AM | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints


Finance and Operations Committee Meeting

June 18, 2025 | 5:00 PM | City Hall


City Hall Closed - Juneteenth

June 19, 2025 | All Day |City Hall


Public Safety Committee Meeting

June 23, 2025 | 4:30 PM | City Hall


Planning and Parks Board Meeting

June 24, 2025 | 5:00 PM | City Hall


Community Economic Development Meeting

June 27, 2025 | 3:00 PM | City Hall


Free Community Movie Night

June 27, 2025 | 8:00 PM |Tolt Commons


Coffee with Council

June 28, 2025 | 9:00 AM | Sandy's Espresso


City Council Meeting

July 1, 2025 | 6:00 PM | City Hall


City Hall Closed - Independence Day

July 4, 2025 | All Day |City Hall

Your one stop-shop for Carnation Fun

There's always something to do in Carnation! City Staff has compiled a list of fun Carnation events and put them onto one calendar on the City's website.

Don't see your Carnation event on the calendar? Email the City's Communications Officer: ashlyn.farnworth@carnationwa.gov

Fourth of July FUN!


The Fourth of July is just around the corner! See the Carnation 4th of July Committee's schedule of events:


July 3rd


July 4th


Carnation City Council Position 3 Appointment Application Live


The Carnation City Council is seeking applicants for the upcoming Council Position #3 vacancy. Per Washington State Code, the other four Councilmembers are required to appoint an applicant within 90 days of the seat being empty. The Council will vote to appoint an applicant July 2025.The selected individual will serve on the Carnation City Council until December 2027.


Requirements

  • Applicant must be 18 years or older
  • Applicant must live within Carnation City Limits
  • Applicant must be a registered voter in the City of Carnation


Interested in Learning More?

City Manager Rhonda Ender will host opportunities to ask questions about the City and our unique form of government:

  • Wednesday, June 4 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Friday, June 6 - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM


Applications due by June 26, 2025.


Sign up for Sports Summer Camps!


Carnation summer sports camps are returning this year! The City is partnering with Skyhawks Sports Academy to bring sports camps to Valley Memorial Park. Spots are available for kids 4-12.

Scholarships available!

Email scholarships@carnationwa.gov for an application.

Upcoming Carnation Chamber of Commerce Events

All-Member Meeting

June 9, 2025 |6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Alveare Winery (32305 NE 8th Street Carnation, WA 98014)


Kimber Leiker will highlight Remlinger Heritage’s commitment to agricultural education, humane animal care, and empowering youth through scholarships.


Join Angela Donaldson from the Kevin Hauglie Agency for a vital discussion on cyber liability and business continuity planning. RSVP by emailing info@carnationchamber.com

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