On Halloween, the streets of downtown Kirkland and Kirkland Parkplace were awash little Halloweenies in search of candy. The sun was shining in the afternoon as the annual Market Neighborhood Kids Parade rolled down the hill and into Marina Park. Following the parade, Cookie Monsters, pirates and princesses hit the streets of downtown looking for [...]
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City of Kirkland starts its own blog
Hold the Presses! The City of Kirkland is entering the blogosphere. In what appears to be an effort to better communicate with the public, the City of Kirkland has launched what is called, City of Kirkland Blogs. The first of the City’s blogs is the Budget Blog. According to the site, “The idea of this [...]
John Muir Elementary Named “School of Distinction”
Award for five-year improvement in reading and math scores On Friday, October 22, the Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE) and Phi Delta Kappa Washington State Chapter announced the 94 schools statewide named as recipients of the 2010 School of Distinction Award, including John Muir Elementary School in Kirkland, Wash. These schools are honored for outstanding [...]
The Wing Dome and Northwest Harvest team up to help local community
‘Tis the Season to help those in need in our own community. This Holiday season The Wing Dome and Northwest Harvest are partnering to give back and help the hungry. During November and December (Nov 1st to Dec 31st) for every wing purchased, The Wing Dome will give donate TWO cents to Northwest Harvest. The [...]
Juanita Beach Park begins to take shape
Juanita Beach is taking shape with the installation of this sculpture. The artist and piece were selected by the Cultural Council and the Park Board. The sculpture is located near the wetlands on the west side of the park and will have grass and mosses growing along the sides. The large block of limestone came [...]
Reminder: KPC Auction Saturday, October 30th
An Affair For The Arts – KPC’s 2010 Gala Auction The Kirkland Performance Center Auction is this Saturday, October 30 at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $150 per person. Please call 425-828-0422 or go to kpcenter.org for details. This event is KPC’s biggest auction to date with over 300 people in [...]
Henry Bischofberger Violins voted Best of Western Washington
Henry Bischofberger Violins of Kirkland has been voted as the Best of Western Washington by King 5′s Evening Magazine. “Thank you for your VOTES!!! We’re thrilled to have been voted Best of Western WA Best Musical Instrument Store for the 3rd Year in a Row! Evening Magazine came to the shop to surprise Henry with the award! Watch TUESDAY 7pm on King [...]
Redmond Hosts ‘Howl-O-Ween’ Pet Costume Parade This Halloween Weekend
This Halloween enjoy a fun day out with your adorable pet(s) at the Redmond Saturday Market and participate in the Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Parade, for free. The City of Redmond would like to make this Halloween an unforgettable occasion for both you and your ‘cuddly ‘ companion. An absolute crowd favorite, the always-entertaining Howl-O-Ween Pet [...]
Wind knocks out power for 2900 residents on Monday
Strong winds Monday morning caused power outages for 2900 Puget Sound Energy customers north of Kirkland in the Inglewood neighborhood. According to a PSE spokesperson, the power outage began at 10:57 a.m. and power was restored by noon.
10th Annual Turkey Trot to benefit Hopelink Nov. 21st
Hopelink provides emergency services for low-income families in our community during the winter months when they faced added pressures such as higher home heating costs and additional food needs. This year, without your support, we face the very real possibility that we will not be able to keep up with increasing demand for help. So [...]
Spooky Haunted Halloween Happenings in Kirkland
UPDATED There are a host of Halloween events happening around town for the little ones and the not-so-little-ones. These are a few: October 29 Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree The Kirkland Boys & Girls Club (10805 124th Ave. N.E.) is hosting a Halloween Party on October 29th. There will be a Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will [...]
Most Kirkland City Offices Closed Monday October 11 for Furlough
On Monday, October 11, 2010, administrative offices excluding Kirkland Municipal Court and the Kirkland Police Department will be closed due to furlough. For police, fire and emergency medical services, call 9-1-1. To report a public works related emergency (street, water, sewer, and surface water) in Kirkland city limits, call 425-587-3900 (press 1). Utility payments (no cash) [...]
Kirkland Traffic Alert: Pace Race Event, October 10
Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Pace Race event to be held on Sunday, October 10, 2010. The following roads will be closed from 8:50 a.m. until the final athlete passes at approximately 11:00 a.m.: Lake Shore Plaza Dr. Southbound Market St. from 5th Ave. to Central Way Waverly Way from Market St. to [...]
Birds+Bees+Your Kids A Talk at St. Johns
Are you wondering when you should start talking to your kids about the birds and the bees? Are you unsure of what to say and how to say it? Do you have to have these conversations with your kids? Come find out the answers to these and many other questions on Wednesday, October 13 at [...]
Kirkland Finalist for National Award
City-Community Map-Your-Neighborhood Event Recognized ABOUT THE AWARD On August 10, 2010, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced the finalists for its 2010 National Citizen Corps Achievement Awards – Celebrating Resilient Communities. The Peter Kirk Elementary School, Map Your Neighborhood Event in Kirkland has been recognized for its exemplary community preparedness effort and was selected [...]
Kirkland Traffic Alert: Kirkland American Little League Parade, March 20
Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Kirkland American Little League Parade to be held on Saturday, March 20, 2010. The following streets will be closed from 10:00 a.m. until the final participant passes at approximately 11:00 a.m.: Southbound lane of Lakeshore Plaza Drive (Boat Launch access may have temporary delays during this time) [...]
Kirkland 2010 Upcoming Special Events
The following special events have been scheduled to take place throughout the City of Kirkland in 2010. Event applicants are in the process of obtaining permits from the City’s Parks and Community Services Department for their activities. To receive email notifications about permitted events that have traffic impacts to Kirkland, subscribe to Kirkland Email Alerts [...]
I love and adore Kirkland and I hope you will too – an essay
The following essay on Kirkland was written by Rachel Walen, 11, of Golden, Colorado. Rachel turned in this work as a 5th grade homework project, and now she has shared it with us. Sometimes a child’s perspective helps us better appreciate the very special place in which we live. – Admin Kirkland, Washington By Rachel Walen As [...]
Two Sisters Struck in Crosswalk by Vehicle
Two sisters were injured today when they were struck by a vehicle while walking in the marked crosswalk in the 12600 block of 100th Avenue NE in Kirkland. The sisters were crossing eastbound in the crosswalk after traffic in the first lane had come to a stop. The sisters continued to cross when a vehicle [...]
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