Seattle Restaurant Week presents $25 three-course dinners; $15 lunches across King County There are over 100 King County restaurants participating in the Seattle Restaurant Week promotion taking place April 18-29. Most restaurants are located in Seattle, however, the Eastside does host about a dozen participants. The Kirkland participating restaurants are: Anthony’s HomePort Kirkland Beach Cafe [...]

Heathman Hotel adds urban commuter bicycles to meet its guests’ business and leisure needs
“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 [...]

Reminder: Tuesday, March 23rd is Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry’s
Don’t forget, tomorrow is Free Cone Day at downtown Kirkland’s Ben & Jerry’s. On Tuesday, March 23rd, you are invited to come to downtown Kirkland and enjoy a tasty treat on the house. Last year, we joined the fun and stopped by at noon for a cone. We were amazed at the number of people [...]

Beach Café hosts benefit for Detlef Schrempf Foundation
CALLING ALL SPORTS FANS: BEACH CAFÉ AT CARILLON POINT HOSTS “BEACH MADNESS” DURING 2010 NCAA TOURNAMENT Kirkland lakeside restaurant to offer NCAA-themed menus, drinks and contests; patrons compete in “Three Point Challenge” to benefit the Detlef Schrempf Foundation Beach Café, located lakeside at Carillon Point in Kirkland, announces the launch of “Beach Madness,” a series [...]

Google Maps gains bike routes
Google has announced a new feature to Google Maps which should make bikers happy by making it easier to find bike-friendly routes in major cities across the USA. The feature is easy to use and seems quite accurate. Google wanted to customize the look to their maps for cycling to encourage people to use their [...]

Submit your entry for the 1st Annual Limerick Writing Competition at Kirkland’s Wilde Rover
In honor of the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17th ,the Wilde Rover in downtown Kirkland has put out a call for entries for their 1stAnnual Limerick Writing Competition. All entries will be displayed in the windows of the Rover on Central Ave. during the week of St. Paddy’s Day, (provided the entry is [...]

Northwest MLS brokers say housing market in Washington state indicates recovery
KIRKLAND, Wash. (March 4, 2010) – Northwest Multiple Listing Service members reported strong gains in home sales during February, with brokers pointing to several encouraging signs for a busy spring season. Improving consumer confidence and a looming deadline for homebuyer tax credits are helping to boost activity, according to NWMLS officials. “We are entering what is [...]

THE HEATHMAN HOTEL IN KIRKLAND ADDS AMENITIES TO EVOLVE WITH THE NEEDS OF ITS BUSINESS TRAVELERS
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 [...]

Ben & Jerry’s to re-open March 15, FREE CONE DAY March 23
Downtown’s Kirkland Ben & Jerry’s will reopen March 15 after several months of remodeling. The scoop shop is located at 176 Lake Street South. The timing could not be better since Ben & Jerry’s will celebrate their annual Free Cone Day on March 23rd. Come down and help welcome B&J’s reopening and enjoy a free [...]

VinTimate with DeLille Cellars’ Chris Upchurch and Trellis Executive Chef Brian Scheehser
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 [...]

Driving Sports TV Launches Advanced iPhone Video Magazine App to Entertain and Inform Automotive Enthusiasts
Driving Sports TV Launches Advanced iPhone Video Magazine App to Entertain and Inform Automotive Enthusiasts Driving Sports TV Premium iPhone app debuts for $2.99 in the iTunes App Store. The advanced application, designed by Wizzard Media, includes streaming video and enhanced magazine-style content designed to entertain and inform both casual and experienced motoring enthusiasts. Kirkland, [...]

Local merchants give back to local non-profits with Days of Giving
Kirkland Downtown Merchants present checks to Hopelink, MEOW Cat Rescue and KTUB, as the result of the Days of Giving project Last holiday season, a group of downtown merchants led by “A” Liengboonlertchai, owner of Simplicity Décor, came together to assist three local non-profits with the Days of Giving project. As the result, Liengboonlertchai and [...]

Simplicity Home Series 2010: First Time and Repeat Homebuyer Tax Credit
Simplicity Home Series 2010: First Time and Repeat Homebuyer Tax Credit You’re invited to Simplicity Decor’s inaugural Simplicity Home Series, a series of complimentary classes designed to help you simplify your life and beautify your home! The Spring 2010 series, held at Simplicity Decor’s Kirkland location throughout the next few months, will be hosted by [...]

Jimmy John’s and Bluetooth SIG come to Kirkland
Jimmy John’s to open next to Sur La Table For those of us longing for more choices when it comes to deli sandwiches in downtown Kirkland, perhaps this will be the ticket. Jimmy John’s is an irreverent deli sandwich franchise which doesn’t take itself too seriously. One look at the signage in their store and [...]

Heritage Park gets cleaned up thanks to Adopt-A-Park program
UPDATED 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 [...]

Barkz | Dental disease evaluation for dogs and cats at “Lift the lip!”
Barkz to host free event with Dr. Judy Hung, Eastside Vet Associates On Sunday February 28, 2010 1:00pm-2:00pm Barkz the dog stop is hosting a FREE “Lift the lip!” Recognize and prevent periodontal disease in dogs and cats. Come & learn the signs to look for to evaluate dental disease in your pet with Dr. [...]

Howard/Mandville Gallery | Winter Showcase
Winter Showcase Group Show of New Works Now – February 24th We invite you to stop by the gallery to see all the new work in person or visit our web site to view your favorite artists . www,howardmandville.com Amsterdam Canal by Richard Boyer 24 x 36 Oil Just in time for Valentine’s Day Introducing the “Out [...]

Info on Metropolitan Market, City Manager Search, KDOG and more presented meeting
Last week the Moss Bay Neighborhood Association hosted another excellent agenda which included presentations about the new Metropolitan Market coming to Houghton (news: The store will have a lower level which opens on to a courtyard with outdoor seating; Spring opening target: April!), the search for a new City Manager, KDOG and the Planning Department. [...]

Metropolitan Market Job Fair & Hiring Expo
Job Fair & Hiring Expo January 26th 10:00am – 5:00pm New Kirkland Location! Metropolitan Market is a progressive, upscale grocery-retailer and one of the best places to work in the Pacific Northwest. Whether you are looking for an exciting, fast-paced career or a great part-time job, we provide outstanding employment opportunities in a fun, growth-oriented [...]
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