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Trellis’ VinTimate returns Aug. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. featuring not one but two highly regarded winemakers: Marcus Notaro of Col Solare and David Rosenthal, Enologist of Chateau Ste. Michelle, presenting their wines alongside carefully paired tastes from Trellis Executive Chef Brian Scheehser. In addition to the flavors of VinTimate, local art will be showcased by Eva Isaksen (artist [...]
The Woodmark Hotel will continue its author series “Words @TheWoodmark” on Wednesday, June 30 from 6-7:30 p.m. with New York Times bestselling author and creator of the Hungry Girl brand, Lisa Lillien, who will discuss her new book Hungry Girl Happy Hour: Guilt-Free Cocktails & Party Food.
Designed as an author happy hour, Lillien will discuss the concept of her [...]
McMenamins to open in Bothell, Washington Historic Anderson site is one of the best in the Northwest
McMenamins, which operates brewpubs and hotels throughout Washington and Oregon, has submitted an agreement to purchase 5.41 acres from the City of Bothell. The agreement will go to the Bothell City Council on June 15 for their review and [...]
Three types of dog beds, house-made dog treats and stroll-friendly neighborhood parks “raise the woof” in dog-friendly stays
And you thought people had it good at The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland; wait until you see the dog’s life here. The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland proudly announces its dog-friendly amenities, perfect for those traveling with pets.
A choice of three pet beds: Providing the [...]
One Good Deed…
It’s been said that “one good deed deserves another” but really – what does that mean? We’ve searched for definitions and found this intriguing thought on the philosophy: “It’s the empowerment of a person to execute, inspiring the recipient to carry out an electrifying global movement of one good deed daily”.
For 2010, The [...]
MOM’S NIGHT OUT: SIP AND PLAN YOUR SUMMER TRIP AT THE WOODMARK HOTEL WITH LOCAL FAMILY TRAVEL EXPERTS
Kirkland hotel hosts Debbie Dubrow, DeliciousBaby.com, Michelle Duffy, Wandermom.com, Anne Taylor Hartzell,HipTravelMama.com and Lora Shinn, CascadiaKids.com, offering insider tips for planning the perfect family vacation this summer
WHO: The Woodmark Hotel, Yacht Club & Spa, the only hotel on the shores of Lake [...]
Downtown Kirkland needs to get all spruced up for the coming summer season and they need your help on Saturday, May 22 from 10:00am to noon (meet at 9:30 for coffee and donuts). It’s only 2 hours of your time to help make Kirkland sparkle and shine for our summer guests. The Heathman Hotel has [...]
Trellis at The Heathman Hotel Kirkland
A VinTimate Evening May 20 with Allen Shoup of Long Shadows Vintners
The monthly VinTimate series pairs premium wine with specific culinary tastings, engaging art and music presented in a relaxed reception style. Each of the wines, paired with hors d’oeuvres and small plates will be introduced by the featured Winemaker [...]
The Woodmark Hotel will continue its author series “Words @TheWoodmark” on Thursday, May 6 from 6-7:30 p.m. Author and Managing Editor of Real Simple, Kristin van Ogtrop will discuss her book Just Let Me Lie Down: Necessary Terms for the Half-Insane Working Mom. This will be a Mother’s Day inspired installment of The Woodmark’s author chats, offering attendees [...]
The Woodmark Hotel, Yacht Club & Spa recently earned the AAA Four Diamond Award for the 20th consecutive year. The AAA Four Diamond Award recognizes the best the hospitality industry has to offer. Only 3.5 percent of the 58,000 lodging options and restaurants inspected this year received this prestigious designation.
The AAA Diamond Rating Process [...]
Nibbles & Noshes
Chefs from the Heathman Hotel in Kirkland, Westin Hotel in Bellevue and Qwest Field will participate in Nibbles & Noshes, a taste and learn evening for patients and families with oral, head and neck cancer. Nibbles & Noshes will be held 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 27 at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland. [...]
A VinTimate Event with Winemaker Jean-Francois Pellet of Pepper Bridge Winery & Executive Chef Brian Scheehser of Trellis
Thursday, April 15 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., the monthly VinTimate series returns at the Heathman Hotel. Featured is the highly regarded winemaker of Pepper Bridge Winery, Jean-Francois Pellet pouring 2007 Amavi Cellars Syrah, 2007 Pepper Bridge Merlot, 2006 Pepper Bridge [...]
“Pedal of Honor”
The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland guests enjoy free rental (to four hours) of hotel-designated Swobo “Dixon” bicycles; helmets are provided, and bicycles are thoroughly maintained and inspected. This easy, twist-shifting bike model has nine speeds and an alloy frame and fork, making it light yet tough enough to withstand urban abuse. The bicycle initiative [...]
STATE-OF-THE-ART TOUCH SCREEN KIOSK HELPS GUESTS WITH PLANNING NEEDS WHILE WIMAX MODEMS EQUIP THEM WITH OFFSITE INTERNET ACCESS
Exceeding the demands of time-pressed business travelers, The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland has installed a state-of-the-art guest kiosk in its lobby and implemented WiMax high speed modems for guests’ offsite use.
Outfitted with a Sony L All-In-One Touchscreen PC, an ultra-fast online [...]
Trellis announces its first VinTimate event, March 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. This monthly series pairs premium wines selected by a presenting winemaker with specific hors d’oeuvres and small plates, engaging art and music in a relaxed reception within the Heathman lobby. Interspersed with food and wine, a featured local artist displays works and shares related thoughts [...]
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Employees of The Heathman Hotel rolled up their sleeves, put on some gloves and worked to improve Heritage Park as a part of their year-long commitment in the Adopt-A-Park program with the City of Kirkland Parks Dept. Heathman Hotel employees will donate approximately 1000 man hours in 2010 to Heritage Park. The hope is that [...]
Words @ The Woodmark: The Woodmark Hotel launches author series
Kirkland’s waterfront hotel hosts acclaimed financial journalist and author Jane Bryant Quinn to discuss the updated edition of her bestselling book Making the Most of Your Money Now
WHO: The Woodmark Hotel, Yacht Club & Spa, the only hotel on the shores of Lake Washington, and Jane Bryant [...]
“I would say that I am 75% farmer and 75% chef…” – Celebrity Chef Brian Scheehser of Trellis at Kirkland’s Heathman Hotel
Trellis Executive Chef Brian Scheehser will be featured in the PBS television series, Chefs A’ Field on Channel 9 at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, January 15th. In the episode titled, “The Real Chef’s Garden,” we [...]
The Heathman Hotel partners with Evergreen Medical Center to host Wellness Seminar on how to “Make the time for joy”
In an effort to bring its guests and community the latest medical information and health tips, The Heathman Hotel and its Penterra Spa have partnered with Evergreen Hospital Medical Center for a Saturday wellness seminar on [...]
On Sunday through Thursday nights in the month of January, Trellis at The Heathman Hotel will be offering a three course seasonal dinner for $29 (starter, entrée, and dessert). Additionally, on Sunday and Monday nights, a selection of 29 wines by the bottle will be served half off. Dishes featured on the special menu include curried prawns [...]
Public-private, adopt-a-park stewardship could prove to be a model for other City parks
As cities across America are tasked with maintaining their parks with ever-strapped budgets, volunteers and community stewards have come to their aid. To that end, The Heathman Hotel in Kirkland and The City of Kirkland Parks and Community Services have initiated a [...]
