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BEAM Community

Discover local events, community activities, and things to do in SE King County:
Black Diamond, Enumclaw, and Maple Valley, Covington.
Things to do in SE King County

Seasonal and Special Upcoming Events

    21 days to the event
    Black Diamond Museum: Washington’s Oil and Gas Reserves
    Nov 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Black Diamond Museum, 32627 Railroad Ave, Black Diamond, WA 98010, USA
    Join us for an eye-opening presentation on the hidden geology of the Pacific Northwest. We’ll dive into: 1) The “wildcatting” history of early explorers. 2) Why our unique geology makes finding oil so difficult. 3) The science behind the natural gas reserves we do have.
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    25 days to the event
    Maple Valley Silent Book Club
    Nov 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    A cozy, low-pressure space for book lovers to gather, read quietly, and connect (if you want to). Bring whatever you're reading, settle in, and enjoy uninterrupted time with a good book. No assigned reading. No discussion required.
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    49 days to the event
    Hometown Christmas 2026
    Dec 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Downtown Black Diamond, 32627 Railroad Ave, Black Diamond, WA 98010, USA
    FREE for all kids!! Come and enjoy holiday fun. Activities include face painting, arts, a treasurer hunt, Smore’s Station, hay wagon ride, visit Santa & MORE! All along Railroad Avenue.
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    53 days to the event
    Maple Valley Silent Book Club
    Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    A cozy, low-pressure space for book lovers to gather, read quietly, and connect (if you want to). Bring whatever you're reading, settle in, and enjoy uninterrupted time with a good book. No assigned reading. No discussion required.
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    88 days to the event
    Maple Valley Silent Book Club
    Jan 20, 2027, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    A cozy, low-pressure space for book lovers to gather, read quietly, and connect (if you want to). Bring whatever you're reading, settle in, and enjoy uninterrupted time with a good book. No assigned reading. No discussion required.
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    116 days to the event
    Maple Valley Silent Book Club
    Feb 17, 2027, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    A cozy, low-pressure space for book lovers to gather, read quietly, and connect (if you want to). Bring whatever you're reading, settle in, and enjoy uninterrupted time with a good book. No assigned reading. No discussion required.
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Local Roots

BEAM Community was built for neighbors by a neighbor. Showcasing local events that bring people together and strengthen our community. I do not accept sponsorships, but community members are encouraged to submit events and share what's happening.

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I'm committed to showcasing events that are welcoming, inclusive, and community-driven. BEAM stays out of electoral politics. I don't list candidate, party, or ballot/levy campaign events, or anything religious. Community events focused on local quality-of-life and open-space issues are welcome, as long as they're open to everyone. Commercial or business-driven events are reviewed case-by-case and must either be free, open to all, and community-focused, or a very small business to be considered.

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