Community Update for Apr 29, 2026
Community Updates
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
These updates are produced by the KP Partnership with input from numerous other local organizations.
Timely News:
Key Center Library: Wednesday, April 29 – Story Time for Babies 10:15am-11:15am; Thursday, April 30 – Story Time for Mixed Ages 11:15am-12:15pm, Sock Puppets -a Teen Creative Space program 3:00pm-4:30pm; Friday, May 1 – Friends of the Key Center Library Meeting 10:00am-12:00pm, Play Time 1:00pm-2:00pm.
Join KP Community Services to celebrate Willie Nelson’s 93rd birthday Wednesday, April 29 at 1:00pm. Live music by Donn Allard.
Rummage Sale at KP Lutheran Church in McColley Hall Saturday, May 2 9:00am-5:00pm & Sunday, May 3 12:00pm-5:00pm. Forest Friends of the Key Peninsula is hosting this to help raise funds needed to keep their program going. Address: 4213 Lackey Rd NW
Peninsula Band Booster Club Car Wash Sunday, May 3, 11:00am-3:00pm in Key Center at 9121 Key Peninsula Hwy NW, Lakebay, WA 98349. Cash and Card donations welcome.
Brunch and Bingo at The Mustard Seed Project Monday, May 4. Join them for brunch ($5) 11:00am-1:00pm then stay for a few rounds of bingo 1:00pm-2:00pm.
KP Partnership for a Healthy Community will be facilitating another conversation about oral health in Pierce County at KP Lutheran Church on Monday, May 4 at 5:30pm. Dinner will be provided. For additional information and to sign-up contact Charlotte by phone, text, or email: (253)400-7072, chw@kphealthycommunity.org
The Key Peninsula Beautification Project is launching their first-ever “Property Makeover Contest”! THE PRIZE:
First Place winner will receive trees, vibrant shrubs, and gorgeous perennials Valued at $2000.00 to turn your yard into a personal paradise! 2nd and 3rd Place Winners will each receive a perennial appropriate for their property. Beginning April 30th-May 8 fill out an “Entry Form” at the Community Council Office in the Corral (M-F, 10-2 PM) then email a “before” photo of your property to kilyons@msn.com, Contest starts May 11 and ends June 11. Get out there, get creative, make the KP shine!
Upcoming Key Peninsula Events:
Livable Community Fair will be Saturday, May 9 at KP Civic Center, 10:00am-3:00pm. Non-profits & Community service organizations as well as local businesses sign-up early to host a booth. This is a Family Friendly event. For additional information and to sign-up: https://www.kpciviccenter.org/livable-community-fair-2026.html
On Wednesday, May 13, 9:00am-2:00pm Peninsula School District will host their first ever CTE Student Hiring Fair across all three high schools (more on the CTE program in our April 15th Update FAQ). The day is designed to mirror the energy and structure of their mock interview experience—this time with real hiring opportunities in front of students who are ready to take the next step. You are invited to join them if you have: Current or upcoming job openings (summer, part-time, entry-level, or internships). Interest in meeting and interviewing high school students. Capacity to conduct brief, on-the-spot interviews—with the option for immediate hiring or follow-up hiring processes. They will provide the space, tables, and coordination in each school library. Our goal is to create a welcoming, professional environment where students can engage directly with employers.
Memorial Day Dance at Longbranch Improvement Club Saturday, May 23, 7:30pm-11:00pm featuring Tim Enders Band. Tickets $20 online and $25 at the door. Under 21 tickets for $15. Full bar available, no outside beverages, outside food ok. Minors accompanied by adult. Under 14 not recommended. To purchase tickets: https://LIC.ticketspice.com/2026-lic-memorial-day-dance
Activities off the Key Peninsula:
PenMet Parks Summer 2026 Camp – Adaptive Sports & Recreation Camp August 18-20, Tues, Wed, Thurs ages 7-17 at PenMet Parks Recreational Center. Designed by Paralympic Gold Medalist Megan Blunk, the camp serves youth with physical disabilities and their siblings. Activities are modified so each camper can participate safely and successfully at their own level and pace. May include wheelchair basketball, adaptive archery, adaptive biking along with games, arts, and crafts. Financial support is available. Sign-up at https://bit.ly/PMPAdaptive26
Job Fair Thursday, April 30 10:00am-2:00pm at Olympic College in Bremerton.
FAQ’s:
What is the significance of May Day?
For a long time in Europe, May 1 was basically a big “hooray, we survived winter!” party. People went outside, celebrated blooming flowers, and enjoyed not freezing anymore. Think dancing, games, and general good vibes.
But in the last 100+ years, May Day picked up a more serious side. It’s also known as International Workers’ Day, a time to stand up for fair pay, better working conditions, and basic rights.
The fun version goes back to ancient times. The Romans threw a multi-day spring party called Floralia with games and performances, while in places like Ireland and Scotland, people celebrated Beltane with bonfires and flowers to welcome summer.
Over time, all these traditions blended into the classic May Day, complete with dancing around a maypole (which, fun fact, used to be an entire tree that was dragged into town).
So today, May Day is a bit of a split personality: part flower-crown festival, part workers’ rights rally—and in some places, it’s both at once.
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