Tryouts are already under way, but there is still time to register for the upcoming season of Kirkland Pony Baseball. Players ages 13-18 who live in and around the Lake Washington School District are eligible to play. But you have to act fast. Complete information can be found at http://www.kirklandbaseball.org. Glen Beard, commissioner for the program, [...]
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KDOG opens Jasper’s Park, Kirkland’s first Off-Leash Dog Park (Video)
After years of waiting, Kirkland’s dog owners now have their first off-leash area, Jasper’s Park, thanks to the countless hours of hard work from KDOG, Kirkland’s dog off-leash advocacy group. Jasper’s Park, located in Totem Lake on an 8+ acre wooded hillside, has both large dog and small dog (under 30 lbs.) areas. Picnic benches [...]
Family-Friendly Birding Walk Timed To Spot Season’s Best, Feb 11
Easy Paths at Juanita Bay Park Get Close to Birds with Kid Appeal Before the trees start to leaf out and before the colorful waterfowl start to migrate north, all ages can enjoy an introduction to the best of winter birding at Juanita Bay Park in Kirkland on February 11. Eastside Audubon and the [...]
Dogs Unleashed At Kirkland’s First Dog Park
The public is invited to join the Mayor of Kirkland, Kirkland City Council Members and other Kirkland City officials, and members of Kirkland Off Leash Dog Group (KDOG) for the inaugural ribbon cutting on SATURDAY JANUARY 28 at Noon to celebrate the opening of Jasper’s Dog Park, Kirkland’s first fenced off-leash dog park. KDOG will be collecting donations of pet [...]
Polar Bear Plunge video
The City of Kirkland’s Currently Kirkland has posted a video of the 10th Annual Polar Bear Plunge which took place at Marina Park on New Year’s Day. If you happened to miss it this year, never fear, you have eleven months to train for next year’s plunge.
Hundreds join Kirkland Polar Bear Plunge (photos)
Kirkland’s 10th Annual “unofficial” Polar Bear Plunge took place Sunday as hundreds descended upon Marina Park to take a dip in the not-so icy waters of Lake Washington. The crowds were in high spirits (perhaps because a few brought flasks with them) as longtime Kirklander Kellie Jordan answered the call and lead the countdown to [...]
Top Ten Things to Bring to the Polar Bear Plunge on Jan. 1st
The Polar Bear Plunge (the first and therefore the BIGGEST event of 2012) is rapidly approaching and we have received a few questions as to what one should wear. So, we have put together a list of the Top 10 Things to Bring to the Polar Bear Plunge. The most important thing to bring is [...]
7 Hills of Kirkland Registration OPENS EARLY FOR 2012
Just in time for last minute holiday giving, you can give the gift of health to a loved one and to the community with a registration for the 2012 Seven Hills of Kirkland, Cycling to End Homelessness Event. Evergreen Healthcare has agreed to support 2012 7 Hills of Kirkland as the new Presenting Sponsor for [...]
‘Tis The Season To Be Jolly — 12K’s of Christmas (Photos)
The annual 12K’s of Christmas Holiday Run once again proved to be the place to see and be seen for the best-dressed of the season. The rain stayed away (for the most part) as over 2,500 participants ran, walked, laughed and strolled through Kirkland in this most festive of events. The benefactor of this event [...]
Kirkland Traffic Alert: 12k’s of Christmas Event, Sunday, December 18
Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the 12k’s of Christmas Holiday Run to be held on Sunday, December 18, 2011. The following roads will be closed from 9:20 a.m. until the final athlete finishes at approximately 11:40 a.m.: Intersection of Market Street, Central Way, Lake Shore Plaza and Lake Ave. W (Boat Launch [...]
Ring in the New Year at Kirkland’s 10th Annual “unofficial” Polar Bear Plunge!
Attention Die Hard “Plungers” Each year on January 1st, scores of Eastsiders flock to Kirkland’s Marina Park to ring in the new year at Kirkland’s 10th Annual “unofficial” Polar Bear Plunge. This year, big event will be held at 1:00PM on New Year’s Day. You have prepared yourself mentally. You started your training on Thanksgiving [...]
Kirkland Shamrock Run taking shape – Offers fun Eastside alternative for St. Patrick’s Day
Kirkland to be awash with the color green this St. Patrick’s Day! The first annual Kirkland Shamrock Run to launch Saturday, March 17, 2012 For those seeking an alternative to Seattle for St. Patrick’s Day, Kirkland is planning to bring out the Irish in you with a fun, new event: The Kirkland Shamrock Run (KSR), [...]
Kirkland Traffic Alert: Pace Race Event, October 2
Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Pace Race event to be held on Sunday, October 2, 2011. Lakeshore Plaza Drive and the Lakeshore Plaza Parking Lot will be closed from approximately 5:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The boat launch at Marina Park will be closed from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Southbound Market [...]
Pedal, Splash & Dash at Kirkland’s Kids Triathlon, September 18
Online pre-registration available Kirkland’s Kids Triathlon gives youth, ages six through twelve, a chance to pedal, splash and dash on Sunday, September 18, 10 a.m., Houghton Beach Park, 5811 Lake Washington Boulevard. The Triathlon includes a 50-yard swim/splash, a one-mile bicycle ride and a quarter-mile run. Pre-registration is available online at www.racecenter.com Registration fee [...]
Redmond | “Hoops for Food: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament”
Old Fire House Teen Center “Hoops for Food: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament” Come join in the game or just enjoy the friendly tournament as Redmond teens challenge Redmond Fire and Police departments to a good old game of 3 on 3 basketball, 3pm Wednesday June 22nd at the Old Fire House Teen Center 16510 [...]
Watershed Park Walk with Eastside Audubon, May 22
UPDATED Join Eastside Audubon for a walk around beautiful Watershed Park. Meet at the entrance at 110th Avenue NE and NE 45th Street. The park is one block east of 108th Avenue NE. The park is on the Kirkland side of the border with Bellevue. Watershed Park (NE 45th St and 110th Ave NE) [...]
Underdog Sports Leagues Kickball In Kirkland
Adult co-rec kickball at 132nd Square Park Underdog Kickball brings a fresh new twist to the adult recreational sports scene. Kickball… yes, just like you played in 5th grade, is a game that closes the age and gender gap, if but a little. This great playground pastime is now back for adults 21 and older [...]
We’re Connecting Kirkland on a Walk/Treasure Hunt on May 22nd
On Sunday, May 22nd you’ll have a chance to be among the first to take a different look at Kirkland by walking on what is hoped to be a future community trail. The walk/treasure hunt will take you along the BNSF corridor in Houghton. You’ll get to experience the peaceful surroundings and lush greenery of [...]
7 Hills of Kirkland Rides Again Memorial Day, May 30, 2011
Mark your calendars for the 2011 7 Hills of Kirkland cycling event benefitting Kirkland Interfaith Transitions in Housing (KITH). Kirkland’s 7 Hills is one of the premier cycling events in the Northwest and a great spectator sport for those inclined to watch rather than ride. Whether you choose the traditional 7 Hill Route (approximately 40 [...]
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