Special Events

Special thanks go to our event sponsors!

* Event dates and times are subject to change.

For additional information on events and volunteer opportunities, please contact the Special Events Coordinator. Information from past events is also available below.

Past Events ...

-- PAST EVENT -- Shop With a Cop Saturday, December 10, 2011 Bonney Lake Police Department Donation Drive: Tuesday, November 15th - Target Store “Shop with a Cop” is a program that happens every December where the Bonney Lake Police Department teams up with Target to provide gift cards for children that need extra assistance. The children get to ride in police cars and fire trucks to Target where they are teamed up with a Cop to help spend their giftcard. Donations are greatly needed to help assist in covering the cost of the gift cards for kids selected by their school counselors. Any size donation is greatly appreciated. Donations are accepted at the Bonney Lake Police Department (get directions) from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday through December 9th. On November 15th, BLPD Officers will be at Target from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. giving out information and accepting donations of gift cards and toys, as well. Thank you to the Bonney Lake Target for their generous time and donations!

-- PAST EVENT -- Citizen's Academy - Bonney Lake Police Department Begins March 20, 2012 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Public Safety Building The Bonney Lake Police Department Citizen's Academy is a free, 7-week classroom based course that includes hands on learning. Our goal is to foster a greater understanding with the community through education. We also have a lot of fun! Visit the Citizen's Academy page to learn more and register for this year's academy! For more information contact Officer Todd Green.

-- PAST EVENT -- Public Safety Open House Saturday, September 29, 2012 Public Safety Building (Directions) Visit www.eastpiercefire.org for details. The Bonney Lake Police Department is taking part in the Public Safety Open House scheduled for Saturday, September 29, from 1pm to 4pm at the Bonney Lake Public Safety Building. East Pierce Fire and Rescue will be hosting the event with several activities planned. The BLPD will have displays to include our Motorcycle and Motorcycle Officer, SWAT, Lab, Bike, K9, our patrol vessel, patrol cars, MSU, Crime Prevention display to include McGruff, 9-1-1 simulator and ID-a-Kid. This event is widely attended and kids get the chance to meet real police officers and fire fighters as well as touch and climb on displays at the event. We hope you will be able to attend this great event!

-- PAST EVENT -- Holiday Craft Bazaar Saturday, October 13th, 2012 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Justice Center, 9002 Main Street E, Bonney Lake (Directions) Start your holiday shopping & decorating early! Featuring many unique handmade items from beautiful slubbed glass, tole painted woodcrafts, ceramics, jewelry, scarves, hats, handmade soaps, purses, paintings, too many items to mention! Take a stroll through the new Justice Center and support your local crafters! Please come and support your local crafters and the Bonney Lake Senior Center. For more information contact the Senior Center at 253-863-7658.

-- PAST EVENT -- Milotte Wildlife Film Festival Non-City Event - Greater Bonney Lake Historical Society Saturday, October 20, 2012 Location: Bonney Lake Justice Center (9002 Main Street East) Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visit www.mwlff.org for more information about the first annual film festival, hosted by the Greater Bonney Lake Historical Society! From the website: "Alfred and Elma Milotte were true pioneers in the motion picture industry. Through their work with Walt Disney and the True Life Adventure series between 1946 and 1954 they gave the world a view of nature that most people had never seen before and then they came to live in Bonney Lake. This is why the Greater Bonney Historical Society wish to honor their lives with an annual event presenting new wildlife films and the film makers that have the same passion for nature as did the Milotte's. This year's events will be showing three Walt Disney films, Seal Island, Bear Country and Beaver Valley. All three are Milotte films and winners of Hollywood's Academy Award. Each films will be shown twice for your convenience and all are very Family Friendly. Please join us Saturday, October 20, 2012 between 11:00am and 4:00pm at the Bonney Lake Justice Center, 9002 Main Street East in Bonney Lake WA. Learn about the life and times of two very unique individuals and the art of capturing Nature." For details, sponsorship opportunities, and a list of films, visit the Film Festival website.

-- PAST EVENT -- Take the Plunge against Domestic Violence Saturday, October 27, 2012 8:30 a.m. to Noon Allan Yorke Park Join the 3rd annual fundraising and community education event! This event is organized by Exodus Housing: "Take The PLUNGE Against Domestic Violence is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support our homeless families by jumping, walking, or splashing into the frigid waters of Lake Tapps. Register for the category that best fits you and bragging rights for taking the plunge." For details and donation categories (whether you 'plunge' or get immunity) visit the Exodus Housing website or download the registration form.

-- PAST EVENT -- Take Back Your Meds Day Saturday, November 3, 2012 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bonney Lake Police Department (Directions) Help protect your family and the environment! Now is a great time to clean out your medicine cabinet. Turn in your used or expired medications for safe disposal at the Bonney Lake Police Department for this special 'Take Back Your Meds' event on Saturday, November 3rd. The Police Department has a drop-off bin that is available year-round during normal business hours as well. Why take back my meds? • Unused medicines are a danger to our children, families and the environment. • Washington State has one of the highest teen prescription drug abuse rates in the nation. • Medicine poisoning of children and seniors is skyrocketing. • Medicines flushed or put in the trash can end up in our surface waters, groundwater and drinking water— exposing our families and hurting our environment. Law enforcement, federal agencies, public health and environmental professionals agree—take-back programs are the safest way to dispose of unused medicines. The National Pharmaceuticals Take-Back Day is sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and supported by local law enforcement. Please share this information with friends and neighbors. For more information, visit www.takebackyourmeds.org and see 'What You Can Do Now' to find additional drop-off locations, FAQs, and information on what kinds of drugs can be taken back.

-- PAST EVENT -- Annual Tree Lighting & Food Drive Saturday, December 1, 2012 6:00 p.m. Public Safety Building 18421 Veterans Memorial Drive E (Directions) The Bonney Lake Kiwanis Club will again sponsor the annual Tree Lighting and Food Drive activities! Come join the fun! Activities and music, refreshments, candy, pictures with Santa, and the annual tree lighting ceremony. Drop food donations off at the Food Bank, which is adjacent to the Public Safety Building and the Community Christmas Tree.

-- PAST EVENT -- Free Soup Supper On Wednesday, March 6th, 2013, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. the Bonney Lake Senior Center is hosting a FREE Soup Supper! All are welcome – Kids, Adults and the Whole Family! We’ll provide the soup and bread, you bring your own bowl and spoon! When: March 6th, 6:00- 7:00 pm Where: Bonney Lake Senior Center 19304 Bonney Lake Blvd, Bonney Lake Get Directions Sponsored by Foothills United Methodist Church, Cedar Ridge Retirement Community and Bonney Lake Senior Center. For more information call the Senior Center at (253) 863-7658.

-- PAST EVENT -- "It's All About the Seniors" Spaghetti Dinner & Bingo Fundraiser Support ALL our seniors and “go for the green” March 15th! All money raised will benefit the Bonney Lake Senior Center and the Safe & Sober Grad Night Celebration for the Bonney Lake High School Class of 2013. Everyone is welcome for bingo! There will be cash prizes, raffle baskets, dessert auction and more! Date: Friday, March 15th Time: Doors Open for dinner at 5:00 pm and Bingo starts at 7:00 pm Menu: Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Salad and Dessert along with a night full of BINGO fun! Cost for Adults: $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door Cost for Children (10 & under): $5.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door For advance tickets, or if you are interested in donating, please contact the Bonney Lake Senior Center at 19304 Bonney Lake Blvd or call at 253-863-7658. Or contact the Bonney Lake High School PPP Class of 2013 Safe & Sober Grad Night’s Kelly Jo Drllevich at drlle@msn.com. This event is sponsored by the BLHS Parent Panther Pride and the Bonney Lake Senior Center Advisory Board.

Community Summit March 21, 2013 3:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Bonney Lake High School (Directions) Visit the Sumner School District > S.T.A.R.R. / Communities for Families webpage for details. On March 21, join your neighbors, local business owners, leaders from community organizations, and youth to examine important topics impacting the health of our communities. By attending the Summit, you will gain information about local issues, be inspired to take action, and be meaningfully involved in creating solutions to tough topics. Each breakout group is designed to produce outcomes and will prompt community action. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of igniting positive change! The City of Bonney Lake is a co-sponsor of this annual event

Annual Easter Egg Hunts Kids' Easter Egg Hunt March 30, 2013 11:00 a.m. Allan Yorke Park The 2013 City of Bonney Lake community Easter Egg Hunt is set for Saturday March 30th (rain or shine). The hunt begins promptly at 11:00am at Allan Yorke Park. There is no charge for this event. Children ages 1-11 are welcome. Bring your baskets and your camera to take a free picture with the Easter Bunny! Don't be late - once the gun goes off, it's over in a manner of minutes! Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt Non-City Event - Sumner/Bonney Lake Recreation March 30, 2013 Allan Yorke Park There will be an Adult Night-time Egg Hunt as well on Saturday March 30th (9:00 p.m., line up starts at 8:00 p.m.) sponsored by the Sumner-Bonney Lake Recreation Program. With over 2,000 eggs to find, you will have a chance to win prizes such as gift cards, spring gift items, soda, chips, candy and MORE! Event will take place rain or shine. There is a charge for this event. For more information visit www.sumner.wednet.edu/studentfamilyservices/parksrecreation/ or call (253) 891-6500. Date: Saturday, March 30 Time: 9:00 p.m. (Line up starting at 8:00 p.m.) Ages: 18 and older only (Please do not bring children to the event) Cost: $5 per person Site: Allan Yorke Park Field #4 (Across street from snack shack and rest rooms)

April Pools Day View other SwimSafe programs Saturday, April 6, 2013 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. FREE Visit the Sumner/Bonney Lake Aquatics website for details. Space limited to 150 swimmers. Activities geared for children 7-12 years. Children 6 and younger must have an adult accompany them in the water. Questions? Call (253) 863-1800. 1:00 - 3:00pm Boating and Water Safety Activities Games & Prizes 3:00 - 4:00pm Open Swim with Firefighters and Police Officers Presented by Sumner/Bonney Lake Aquatics, the Bonney Lake Police Department, and East Pierce Fire & Rescue.

Fennel Creek Trail Groundbreaking Ceremony Saturday, April 13, 2013 10:00 a.m. Location: Willow Brook Storm Pond (11110 185th Avenue E) Area Map in Special Meeting Agenda Mayor Neil Johnson has announced a groundbreaking ceremony for the Fennel Creek Trail "Safe Routes" link on Saturday, April 13th at 10am. The public is invited to attend! (This event is posted as a Special Meeting of the Bonney Lake City Council - view the Council Agendas page for the agenda and area map.) This $800,000 Fennel Creek Trail link project is funded in large measure with a WSDOT "Safe Routes" grant as part of an alternative safe walking and bicycling route for students to get to Victor Falls Elementary, Mountain View Middle School, and BLHS. The project was recently put out to bid, and should be completed by this fall. For more information, please contact Facilities & Special Projects Manager Gary Leaf, or view the Current Projects listings using the links below: » Fennel Creek Trail Project » Safe Routes to School Sidewalk Projects

Parks Appreciation / Arbor Day Saturday, April 20, 2013 Location: Mid Town Park Come join residents from all over Pierce County as we clean up our local parks! Events are scheduled all around Pierce County for Parks Appreciation Day, including in Bonney Lake! For more information see the Metro Parks website: www.metroparkstacoma.org/. Bonney Lake volunteers will meet at the WSU Forest entrance behind Fred Meyer & Regal Cinemas (same location as last year), on the South side of SR 410 between S Prairie Rd and 214th Ave E. For more information contact Facilities & Special Projects Manager Gary Leaf or Special Events Coordinator David Wells. Area Map: Details from the Metro Parks website: WHAT IS IT • Parks and recreation programs bring tremendous benefits to people of all ages and our community. • They contribute to helping us live longer, better lives through active pursuits, new life skills, educational programs and safe activities. • Great parks and programs also help build a stronger community, connecting individuals, families and groups through the power of play. • Recreation programs and engaging, exciting facilities help keep kids active and off the streets. There are also benefits for the environment and the economy. WHEN AND WHERE IS IT • April 20, 2013 will be the 12th Year of the Event • County-wide throughout Pierce County (find a site) WHAT SHOULD I BRING • Volunteers can help by wearing warm, appropriate clothes, depending on the weather. • By bringing tools from their homes such as small hand tools, loppers, pruners, gloves, rakes, shovels, small pitch forks and even wheelbarrows (make sure and label them!). • Volunteers are encouraged to carpool to the site they chose. • Most of all bring your enthusiasm, smiles and be ready to burn some calories and have fun! BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATING • You can improve your community. • You can help beautify your neighborhood park. • You can get active and enhance your own health and well-being. • You can help bring communities, businesses and neighborhoods together towards one common cause. • You can increase family and children awareness of nature and their environment. • You can make a difference, because together we can achieve more.

Spring Clean Up Week - DM Disposal Monday, April 22 to Friday, April 26, 2013 During Spring Clean Up Week, DM Disposal picks up extra garbage, recycling and/or yard waste and one appliance at no additional charge for customers inside Bonney Lake city limits. Spring Clean Up is available to customer accounts inside the city limits of Bonney Lake only. This offer does not apply to Murrey's Disposal customers with accounts in unincorporated Pierce County. Not sure if you live inside the City limits? Check our City Limits map or call the City receptionist at (253)862-8602 for assistance. For more information please contact DM Disposal directly: Web: www.murreysdisposal.com/ Phone: 1-888-806-7048 Clean Up Week Details & Requirements

Curbside pick-up only (no alley access). Up to 3 extra cans/bags of garbage and/or yard waste. Additional cans/bags must weigh no more than 45 lbs when full. Extra cans or bags of garbage or yard waste should be placed for curb-side pick up by 7:00 am on your regular garbage pick up day. One (1) appliance per household. Acceptable appliances include: Refrigerators, stoves, microwaves, dishwashers, freezers, hot water heaters, washers or dryers. Appliances must be placed for pickup by MONDAY morning.

Family Fun Fest May 4, 2013 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mountainview Middle School The Sumner School District, the Bonney Lake Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Bonney Lake, with the support of the U.S. Department of Education, are pleased to collaborate on Family Fun Fest. This event promotes healthy families and communities through free, fun, fitness-related activities for children and families. There is no cost to participate in this event - all activities will be free of charge.   To learn more about this event contact Facilities & Special Projects Manager Gary Leaf and visit the participating agency websites: » Sumner School District - www.sumner.wednet.edu » Bonney Lake Chamber of Commerce - www.bonneylake.com