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BUILDING COMMUNITY TOGETHER |
Welcome to one of the most inviting, vibrant, scenic, involved and “event-full” neighborhoods in the region, named one of the 2010 Best Places to Live by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine.
Richmond Beach Community Association (RBCA) is a Century Corporation having been incorporated for over 100 years.
The Association remains a vital force in maintaining the neighborhood’s quality of life by bringing neighbors together at events, keeping them informed, and facilitating neighborhood enhancements.
Our community also has vibrant volunteers dedicated to sponsoring Events throughout the year, and informing and enriching our community by publishing Richmond Beach Community Newspaper and our Email Newsletter. Our newspaper has won "1st Place Winner, Printed Format Newsletter, Not-for-Profit Organization" awarded by NUSA.
Richmond Beach Community Association (RBCA) is a Century Corporation having been incorporated for over 100 years.
The Association remains a vital force in maintaining the neighborhood’s quality of life by bringing neighbors together at events, keeping them informed, and facilitating neighborhood enhancements.
Our community also has vibrant volunteers dedicated to sponsoring Events throughout the year, and informing and enriching our community by publishing Richmond Beach Community Newspaper and our Email Newsletter. Our newspaper has won "1st Place Winner, Printed Format Newsletter, Not-for-Profit Organization" awarded by NUSA.
Coming Events in the Neighborhood!
Shakespeare in the Park, July 15
Weds, July 15th, 6:30-8:30pm at Richmond Beach Community Park
Join Richmond Beach for a special performance of Shakespeare's Macbeth, presented by ShoreLake Arts! The show is free and begins at 7:00 pm at the Richmond Beach Community Park.
Check out more details from ShoreLake Arts!
Richmond Beach Movie Night, Aug. 7 Zootopia 2
Join Richmond Beach for a free outdoor screening of Zootopia 2 on August 7! Arrive by 7:00 p.m. and the movie will begin at sunset at Richmond Beach Community Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and snacks. Free pop corn is part of the event. The movie will begin at sunset. Enjoy a late afternoon in our park and a family movie under the stars.
Beach Blanket Bingo, Aug 23
Save the date, event details coming soon!
Weds, July 15th, 6:30-8:30pm at Richmond Beach Community Park
Join Richmond Beach for a special performance of Shakespeare's Macbeth, presented by ShoreLake Arts! The show is free and begins at 7:00 pm at the Richmond Beach Community Park.
Check out more details from ShoreLake Arts!
Richmond Beach Movie Night, Aug. 7 Zootopia 2
Join Richmond Beach for a free outdoor screening of Zootopia 2 on August 7! Arrive by 7:00 p.m. and the movie will begin at sunset at Richmond Beach Community Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and snacks. Free pop corn is part of the event. The movie will begin at sunset. Enjoy a late afternoon in our park and a family movie under the stars.
Beach Blanket Bingo, Aug 23
Save the date, event details coming soon!
Recent Events
Richmond Beach Garden Tour: June 20th
Neighbors found inspiration and community at the annual Richmond Beach Garden Tour on June 20th, from 11am - 4pm.
Thank you to everyone who opened their gardens to the community for a magical day!
Strawberry Fest: June 6th
Thank you to our Richmond Beach community for another fun-filled Strawberry Festival! From the Animal Adventure kids parade to delicious food and lively music & games, a great time was had by all.
A special thank you to our volunteers & event sponsors for making this neighborhood tradition a success.
Community Garage Sale: May 16th
Shoppers & sellers alike enjoyed an industrious Saturday at the annual Richmond Beach Community Garage Sale. Thanks to all who participated, we'll see you next year!
Annual Community Meeting: Apr. 29th
Thank you to all our neighbors who gathered for RBCA’s Annual Members Meeting at the Richmond Beach Congregational Church! Agenda included holding elections for several Board of Directors positions, honoring our Outstanding Volunteers from 2025, and hearing from Shoreline Mayor Robertson, City Manager Ellington and Police Chief Collins on the City Resolution 560, supporting & protecting immigrant members of our community and the related issues of public safety.
Neighbors found inspiration and community at the annual Richmond Beach Garden Tour on June 20th, from 11am - 4pm.
Thank you to everyone who opened their gardens to the community for a magical day!
Strawberry Fest: June 6th
Thank you to our Richmond Beach community for another fun-filled Strawberry Festival! From the Animal Adventure kids parade to delicious food and lively music & games, a great time was had by all.
A special thank you to our volunteers & event sponsors for making this neighborhood tradition a success.
Community Garage Sale: May 16th
Shoppers & sellers alike enjoyed an industrious Saturday at the annual Richmond Beach Community Garage Sale. Thanks to all who participated, we'll see you next year!
Annual Community Meeting: Apr. 29th
Thank you to all our neighbors who gathered for RBCA’s Annual Members Meeting at the Richmond Beach Congregational Church! Agenda included holding elections for several Board of Directors positions, honoring our Outstanding Volunteers from 2025, and hearing from Shoreline Mayor Robertson, City Manager Ellington and Police Chief Collins on the City Resolution 560, supporting & protecting immigrant members of our community and the related issues of public safety.
2026 Event Calendar
Your RBCA Board is excited to announce another year full of community connection & celebration. Save the dates below, more details will be announced in the lead-up to each event! Be sure to sign-up for our email newsletter to receive updates and event details directly to your inbox.
Richmond Beach Community Association Event Calendar 2026
Website: ww.richmondbeachwa.org/#/
JANUARY 31
RETREAT: The Board of Directors meet for an annual review and planning day. Prepare for 2026!
First Tuesday Every Month Starting 3/3
The Board of Directors meet every first Tuesday to coordinate plans and events. Contact them at: [email protected]
MARCH
RICHMOND BEACH COMMUNITY NEWS–our local events and news: www.richmondbeachwa.org/newspaper.html#/
APRIL 29th
THURS. PM.
ASSOCIATION MEETING: INFORMATION ON I.C.E. IN RB, AWARDS CEREMONY AND ELECTIONS: The entire association membership gathers to learn, elect half the Directors, and honor our outstanding volunteers.
MAY 16TH SATURDAY
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE: Members all over the community set out their treasures. Sign up for a place on the map, or join in on that Saturday.
JUNE 6TH SATURDAY
11 AM -3 PM
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: Our cornerstone event begins with a parade, and provides games, music performances, food, vendor booths, and of course, strawberry shortcake!
JUNE 20TH SATURDAY
GARDEN TOUR: Join the annual visit to outstanding gardens in our community, get design and plant ideas. You can add your garden to the tour.
AUGUST 7TH FRIDAY PM
RICHMOND BEACH MOVIE NIGHT Zootopia 2
Meet at the Library Park for a family movie night.
AUGUST 23RD SUNDAY
BEACH BLANKET BINGO Bring your lunch, dinner and snacks. Spread your blanket in the Library Park and play bingo with your neighbors. Prizes, including a kid gift launcher make it a summer favorite.
SEPTEMBER 19TH
OKTOBERFEST IN RB: Traditional food and treats, great beers, games and activities for the kids, too.
See you outdoors at Vault 177/Spin Alley!
OCTOBER 8TH THURS PM
COMMUNITY MEETING: Richmond Beach gathers for informational discussions about local and city issues.
OCTOBER 17TH SATURDAY
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL: Join us at Syre Elementary for a classic afternoon of games, treats, costumes and snacks. A favorite event of our local children.
NOVEMBER 26TH
9 AM START
TURKEY RUN: Join us Thanksgiving morning at the Saltwater Park entrance for a run or walk around Richmond Beach with friends and family.
DECEMBER 5th SATURDAY PM
HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING: Celebrate the season with neighbors as we gather to light up the big tree, and enjoy music, snacks, coffee and cocoa. Santa is coming by, too!
Your RBCA Board is excited to announce another year full of community connection & celebration. Save the dates below, more details will be announced in the lead-up to each event! Be sure to sign-up for our email newsletter to receive updates and event details directly to your inbox.
Richmond Beach Community Association Event Calendar 2026
Website: ww.richmondbeachwa.org/#/
JANUARY 31
RETREAT: The Board of Directors meet for an annual review and planning day. Prepare for 2026!
First Tuesday Every Month Starting 3/3
The Board of Directors meet every first Tuesday to coordinate plans and events. Contact them at: [email protected]
MARCH
RICHMOND BEACH COMMUNITY NEWS–our local events and news: www.richmondbeachwa.org/newspaper.html#/
APRIL 29th
THURS. PM.
ASSOCIATION MEETING: INFORMATION ON I.C.E. IN RB, AWARDS CEREMONY AND ELECTIONS: The entire association membership gathers to learn, elect half the Directors, and honor our outstanding volunteers.
MAY 16TH SATURDAY
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE: Members all over the community set out their treasures. Sign up for a place on the map, or join in on that Saturday.
JUNE 6TH SATURDAY
11 AM -3 PM
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: Our cornerstone event begins with a parade, and provides games, music performances, food, vendor booths, and of course, strawberry shortcake!
JUNE 20TH SATURDAY
GARDEN TOUR: Join the annual visit to outstanding gardens in our community, get design and plant ideas. You can add your garden to the tour.
AUGUST 7TH FRIDAY PM
RICHMOND BEACH MOVIE NIGHT Zootopia 2
Meet at the Library Park for a family movie night.
AUGUST 23RD SUNDAY
BEACH BLANKET BINGO Bring your lunch, dinner and snacks. Spread your blanket in the Library Park and play bingo with your neighbors. Prizes, including a kid gift launcher make it a summer favorite.
SEPTEMBER 19TH
OKTOBERFEST IN RB: Traditional food and treats, great beers, games and activities for the kids, too.
See you outdoors at Vault 177/Spin Alley!
OCTOBER 8TH THURS PM
COMMUNITY MEETING: Richmond Beach gathers for informational discussions about local and city issues.
OCTOBER 17TH SATURDAY
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL: Join us at Syre Elementary for a classic afternoon of games, treats, costumes and snacks. A favorite event of our local children.
NOVEMBER 26TH
9 AM START
TURKEY RUN: Join us Thanksgiving morning at the Saltwater Park entrance for a run or walk around Richmond Beach with friends and family.
DECEMBER 5th SATURDAY PM
HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING: Celebrate the season with neighbors as we gather to light up the big tree, and enjoy music, snacks, coffee and cocoa. Santa is coming by, too!
Get Involved...
About the RBCA
Volunteer your skills to the board
Richmond Beach Community Association promotes the welfare of the community of Richmond Beach, Washington, and encourages civic betterment among residents. The Association is a local non-profit organization which has been caring for the RB neighborhood for over 110 years!
We hold many events throughout the year, and need neighbors who will lead our events and support those who lead by participating in planning, staffing, and caring for our community.
As a leader you will volunteer your time and expertise. Our community needs good leaders. How about you?
The choice to participate in your community as a Board member, as a volunteer leader for our community, is hugely rewarding. Of course, it is work. The whole family gets involved, and it becomes a main avenue of giving back to the neighborhood.
Want to take a step and get involved?
Volunteer your skills to the board
Richmond Beach Community Association promotes the welfare of the community of Richmond Beach, Washington, and encourages civic betterment among residents. The Association is a local non-profit organization which has been caring for the RB neighborhood for over 110 years!
We hold many events throughout the year, and need neighbors who will lead our events and support those who lead by participating in planning, staffing, and caring for our community.
As a leader you will volunteer your time and expertise. Our community needs good leaders. How about you?
The choice to participate in your community as a Board member, as a volunteer leader for our community, is hugely rewarding. Of course, it is work. The whole family gets involved, and it becomes a main avenue of giving back to the neighborhood.
Want to take a step and get involved?
Advertising Opportunities
Own a Local Business and Want to Reach Your Community?
Advertise with the Richmond Beach Community Newspaper and reach 2700+ Households
Have you considered advertising in the Richmond Beach Community Newspaper? Now is your chance! The paper goes to 2700+ households in Richmond Beach, free of charge, 10 months a year.
It's a great way to demonstrate how your business is connected to our neighborhood.
This form allows you to see all the current ad size/color options available - please take a moment and reserve your space now! All pricing is listed in the form. We have design support available if needed.
Want more information? Have questions?
Email [email protected].
Advertise with the Richmond Beach Community Newspaper and reach 2700+ Households
Have you considered advertising in the Richmond Beach Community Newspaper? Now is your chance! The paper goes to 2700+ households in Richmond Beach, free of charge, 10 months a year.
It's a great way to demonstrate how your business is connected to our neighborhood.
This form allows you to see all the current ad size/color options available - please take a moment and reserve your space now! All pricing is listed in the form. We have design support available if needed.
Want more information? Have questions?
Email [email protected].
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DonateIf you value the vibrant community life here in Richmond Beach, join the Association. Your membership and additional donations are an immediate way to actively participate in your your neighborhood.
Membership in the Richmond Beach Community Association (RBCA) is an investment in your community. |
Volunteer OpportunitiesOur vibrant community life, rich friendships, and spirit of service make our neighborhood truly special.
Volunteering with the RBCA enriches lives and is an ideal way to meet people and have FUN! Whether you have a few hours or many to donate, your time makes a huge difference. |
Featured Project: Richmond Beach Orca Project
For over a century, the Richmond Beach Community Association (RBCA) has been a vital force in maintaining our neighborhood’s quality of life by bringing neighbors together at events, keeping them informed and facilitating neighborhood enhancements.
One of the most recent community enhancements is the debut of the RBCA Beach Orcas art project. You can view all the Beach Orcas in the gallery below and our Beach Orcas page has more information, including where each Beach Orca is appearing this year.
One of the most recent community enhancements is the debut of the RBCA Beach Orcas art project. You can view all the Beach Orcas in the gallery below and our Beach Orcas page has more information, including where each Beach Orca is appearing this year.
It shall be the purpose of the Association to promote the welfare of the community of Richmond Beach, Washington, and to encourage civic betterment among residents.
To be more specific, the purposes of the RBCA are to:
To be more specific, the purposes of the RBCA are to:
- Keep residents aware and informed of community issues, while maintaining objectivity and neutrality.
- Promote and produce social events and projects that generate a sense of neighborhood and enjoyment among residents.
- Nurture engagement among the Richmond Beach community, the City of Shoreline, and surrounding communities.
The Marge Unruh Community Service Award was created in 1999 to recognize individuals in Richmond Beach who get involved and make this a great place to live.
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Link to RichmondBeachTV YouTube Channel
Tom Petersen, RBCA Member, shares insights into a main stay of the community, our library, and more fun facts about our neighborhood & events. Check out our YouTube channel to learn more.
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