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), [...]
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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 [...]
Kirkland Traffic Alert: Captain Jack’s 8k Run/Walk, April 10
Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Captain Jack’s 8k Run/Walk event to be held on Sunday, April 10, 2011. Road closures include 97th Avenue NE from Juanita Drive NE to NE 119thWay from 5:00 a.m. until approximately 12 p.m. Event organizers are expecting 700 athletes will take part in this new event. For [...]
Tee it Up Fore Autism Awareness Presented by Honda of Kirkland
NW Golf Tournament Raises Funding for Autism Research and Awareness Learning your child has autism can be a devastating and confusing experience for a family. On May 7, 2011 golf enthusiasts will raise funding and awareness of a disorder that affects 1 in every 110 births in the U.S. and nearly 1 in 70 boys. [...]
Registration Now Open for Kirkland’s Spring Softball Leagues
Hit a home run and join the City of Kirkland for another exciting season of friendly softball competition. The Kirkland Parks and Community Services Department is currently accepting teams for the spring softball season, which begins in mid-April. Whether you are a seasoned player or just looking for a great way to meet new people [...]
Kirkland Traffic Alert: Kirkland American Little League Parade, March 19
Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Kirkland American Little League Parade to be held on Saturday, March 19, 2011. Detours will be in place and the following streets closed from 10:00 a.m. until the final participant passes at approximately 12:00 p.m.: North and southbound lanes of Lakeshore Plaza Drive (Boat Launch access will [...]
Registration now open for 7 hills of kirkland cycling event
Registration is open for the 2011 Seven Hills of Kirkland, Cycling to End Homelessness Ride presented by the Rotary Club of Kirkland Downtown. The annual ride begins and ends at Kirkland Marina Park and takes place on Memorial Day, May 30. The 7 Hills of Kirkland is one of the Northwest’s premier cycling events. Since [...]
REMINDER: Ring in the New Year at Kirkland’s “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 the Polar Bear Plunge. This year, the 9th Annual event will be held at 1:00PM on New Year’s Day. You have prepared yourself mentally. You started your training on Thanksgiving Day. Don’t [...]
12K’s of Christmas 2010 (Photos)
The weather was perfect for the estimated 2,300 – 2,600 runners, walkers, strollers and dogs who donned running gear (often accompanied by snazzy Santa hats, jingle bells and elf suits) on Sunday at the 12K’s of Christmas Holiday Run in downtown Kirkland. Both participants and spectators enjoyed the post-race costume contest. The annual run is [...]
REMINDER: The 12K’s of Christmas Run at Marina Park, Dec. 19, 2010
This 12K’s of Christmas on Sunday, December 19th looks to be the largest ever with an expected 3000+ participants. The 7th largest 12K in the nation takes place at Marina Park in downtown Kirkland. Choose the 12K Run/Walk or the 5K Run/WalkRun or walk. Participate in either distance and then stay for the post-event celebration [...]
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