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Summer Fun in Rainier Valley

Looking for a way to spend your downtime this summer? Plenty is happening around Rainier Valley, whether you like music, good food, or nature. You name it! Here is a list of budget-friendly activities you can check out with your family and friends in South Seattle.

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Holiday Gift Guide to Shopping Small in Rainier Valley

Are you among the many who have pushed their holiday shopping off until the very last minute? Rainier Valley is teeming with incredible small businesses that are chock-full of the perfect gifts for the special someone still on your list. While our neighborhood offers many great options, we invite you to explore a few of our staff’s favorite choices as you finish up your holiday shopping.

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Rainier Valley Food Bank Acquires New Building to Expand Community Services

Rainier Valley Food Bank, the busiest food bank in the Seattle area serving over 1 million meals annually, announced today that it has acquired a new building that will transform its ability to serve the growing demands of communities ravaged by COVID-19’s impact. Situated in the heart of the Rainier Valley for over 25 years, the Rainier Valley Food Bank saw a significant increase in demand for its food programs while working in a space that barely contained the staff, volunteers and donations needed to meet the growing community needs.

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