Walk-n-Talk to Rose Acres Hidden Sculpture Garden

Walk-n-Talk to Rose Acres Hidden Sculpture Garden

This is a Walk-n-Talk you won’t want to miss. A different sort of “Rose Garden”. An enchanting treasure here in Burien! Date: Sunday, September 5, 2021 (Rain or shine). Time: Meet-up at 2:00. Walking starts at about 2:15. Who: Walkers of every level...
March Walk-n-Talk Around Chelsea Park

March Walk-n-Talk Around Chelsea Park

It’s walking time again. Let’s begin the month of March by heading north from Burien Town Square into and around Chelsea Park. Other times we’ve found these scenic gems in the neighborhood: Dottie Harper Park, Burien Community Garden, white-painted...
Black History Month Walk-n-Talk Feb 7

Black History Month Walk-n-Talk Feb 7

We have a special Walk-n-Talk lined up for this Sunday, Feb. 7, in honor of Black History Month. Black Lives Matter in American History Exhibit Here in the City of Burien, we are fortunate to have a large exhibit displayed in 11 window fronts around town. The exhibit...
3-Park Discovery Walk-n-Talk

3-Park Discovery Walk-n-Talk

Let’s discover 3 of Burien’s 25 City Parks on October’s Walk-n-Talk! For a small city, we have many gems of green space tucked here and there in various neighborhoods. Date: Sunday, October 4, 2020Time: Meet-up at 2:00. Walking starts at...
8th Annual Public Art Walk-n-Talk

8th Annual Public Art Walk-n-Talk

Sunday August 5, 2020 “Only through art can we emerge from ourselves and know what another person sees.” – Marcel Proust In keeping with our summertime tradition, come join the 8th Annual Burien Public Art Walk-n-Talk on Sunday, August 5, 2020, as we begin the...
July Walk-n-Talk in Gregory Heights

July Walk-n-Talk in Gregory Heights

Stunning view of Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier A warm, sunny day is predicted for our July 2020 Walk-n-Talk on Sunday the 5th. We will wander around the southern hilltop area of Gregory Heights, to the south-facing overlook, hoping we can catch a stunning view of Puget...
On Second Thought, LET’S WALK TOMORROW!

On Second Thought, LET’S WALK TOMORROW!

When agonizing over whether to have a Walk-n-Talk this month—TOMORROW—(after having missed April and May’s Walk-n-Talks), I poured through state, CDC and public health guidelines to gauge whether such a gathering would be allowed. According to the governor, NO....
Boo hoo… No June Walk-n-Talk

Boo hoo… No June Walk-n-Talk

One of the great joys of the monthly Walk-n-Talks that we’ve hosted for almost 9 years has been the camaraderie between the always-changing 15-20 people that have participated each time. Sometimes there’ve been 35 walkers! Many people have become...

Again, No Walk-n-Talk on May 3

This afternoon, May 1, 2020, Governor Inslee extended the “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 31. So that means we cannot gather as a group to enjoy the spring weather, strolling one of our neighborhoods. Darn. Another month without our Walk-n-Talk…the second...
Let’s Walk-n-Talk in Shorewood March 1

Let’s Walk-n-Talk in Shorewood March 1

We’re heading into Burien’s northwest corner for our March 1, 2020 Walk-n-Talk, in the hilly Shorewood neighborhood. We’ll have views out toward the water, and whether sunny or rainy, we’ll enjoy the company and conversation. There will...
February Groundhog Day Walk-n-Talk

February Groundhog Day Walk-n-Talk

It’s time for a walk this Sunday, February 2. (Isn’t it always time for a walk?) It’s fun. It gets you out of the house. You get the chance to talk to people you wouldn’t otherwise chat with. And it keeps you healthier. Join the other Walkers...
Walk-n-Talk with Us to Mathison Park

Walk-n-Talk with Us to Mathison Park

Start the new year and new decade by strolling with others on the January 2020 Walk-n-Talk. On Sunday, January 5, we’ll meet at Burien Town Square to stroll up and over to Mathison Park, Burien’s highest point, where we’ll walk the park’s...
Post-Pumpkin Pie Walk-n-Talk

Post-Pumpkin Pie Walk-n-Talk

Feeling full of mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie? Time to walk it off with friends and neighbors on our December Walk-n-Talk. This is a FREE event and is enjoyable for all, including friendly, four-legged friends. On our monthly Walk-n-Talks, we aim to walk in many of...
Autumn Walk-n-Talk to the Water

Autumn Walk-n-Talk to the Water

Begin the month of October with a walk down the wooded hillside to Seahurst Beach. On Sunday, October 6, 2019, our Walk-n-Talk will start at the top of the hill and walk down the service road to Seahurst Beach. On the way back up, walkers may choose either the road or...
September Walk-n-Talk Around Chelsea Park

September Walk-n-Talk Around Chelsea Park

It’s walking time again. Let’s begin the month of September and enjoy the long, holiday weekend by heading north from Burien Town Square into and around Chelsea Park. Other times we’ve found these scenic gems in the neighborhood: Dottie Harper Park,...
Woods and Water Walk-n-Talk

Woods and Water Walk-n-Talk

Begin the month of June with a walk down the wooded hillside to Seahurst Beach. This Sunday, June 2, 2019, our Walk-n-Talk will start at the top of the hill and walk down the service road to Seahurst Beach. On the way back up, walkers may choose either the road or the...
Let’s Walk-n-Talk in Shorewood March 1

Walk-n-Talk to the Overlook

Our March Walk-n-Talk will wander around the southern hilltop area of Gregory Heights, to the overlook, where we can see the view of Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier. Sunshine is forecast! Date: Sunday, March 3, 2019 (Rain or shine). Time: Meet-up at 2:00. Walking starts...