April 30, 2020
City of Renton Contact
Kelly Beymer, Community Services Administrator, 425-430-6617
Preeti Shridhar, Deputy Public Affairs Administrator, 425-430-6569
Calling all Renton sidewalk chalk artists
City of Renton presents “Chalk Your Walk” on May 4-10
Families can pick up a free chalk kit at community sites from May 1-3
RENTON, WA - The City of Renton invites sidewalk chalk artists of all ages and abilities to take part in the first “Chalk Your Walk” on May 4-10.
The city’s Recreation & Neighborhoods division created the event to encourage neighborhoods to decorate their sidewalks, driveways, etc. to entertain and bring joy.
For inspiration, the city offers these daily themes, but creativity and individuality are encouraged.
Monday: Message Monday. Create a message or drawing to inspire others during “Stay Home, Stay Healthy.”
Tuesday: Who’s Your Superhero? Not all superheroes wear capes! Give thanks to essential workers like doctors, nurses, first responders, military, mail carriers, grocery store clerks and many more.
Wednesday: Wellness Wednesday. Create a hopscotch board, an obstacle course or other exercises. Be creative and get moving!
Thursday: Throwback Thursday. Share what you miss the most while social distancing: school, parks, shopping, coffee shops? Share it!
Friday: Fantasy Friday. Add some fantasy to your Friday! Unicorns, knights, dreamy castles or Renton’s own dragon, Erasmus.
Saturday & Sunday: Weekend Warriors. Complete any remaining space with your own unbelievable art scape for pure viewing pleasure!
Recreation & Neighborhoods will provide one free chalk kit per family at the following drive-thru locations. There will be 100 buckets at each location.
Friday, May 1
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Renton Community Center (1715 Maple Valley Hwy)
Saturday, May 2
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kennydale Elementary (1700 NE 28th St.)
Cascade Elementary (16022 116th Ave. SE)
Sunday, May 3
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Highlands Elementary (2720 NE 7th St.)
Maplewood Heights (130 Jericho Ave. NE)
Additional details can be found at rentonwa.gov/chalkyourwalk. Artists are encouraged to share their chalk artwork on social media using #LetsGoChalkRTN.
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About the City of Renton
The City of Renton, Washington, with a population of 104,700 (2019), is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington, just south of Seattle. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace and favorable business climate have attracted the attention of nationally recognized companies that are providing employees and their families an outstanding quality of life. Renton is the home of Boeing, PACCAR, IKEA, the Seattle Seahawks, and the eternal resting place of Jimi Hendrix. More information can be found on our website, news releases, or Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor pages.
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