Redmond High School Student to Perform at Benaroya Hall Koyo Kim, a student at Redmond High School, will solo on the violin with the Seattle Symphony at Benaroya Hall on Saturday, March 13, on the “Discover Music: Peter and the Wolf” morning concert.  Pat Cashman is the narrator for Peter and the Wolf. Koyo is also on the program performing the second movement of the Prokofiev Violin Concerto... [Read more]

Citizens encouraged to nominate City for trial project by March 26 Kirkland hopes to add some seriously high fiber to the community’s broadband network as it competes for Google’s “Fiber for Communities” project. Google plans to test ultra-high speed broadband networks in one or more locations in the United States and seeks proposals, including citizen feedback, from cities, counties and communities. ... [Read more]

The Evergreen Healthcare Foundation Annual Gala, planned for Saturday, May 1, will benefit Evergreen Hospital Medical Center’s Cardiovascular Services. The party begins at 6 p.m. and will be held in a giant, luxurious tent in King County’s Marymoor Park. More than 700 guests are expected to attend the black-tie event. The gala begins with cocktails, a welcome reception and silent auctions.... [Read more]

Please join volunteers, EarthCorps, and UW Restoration Ecology Network students for our forest restoration work party!  Did you know that March 15-21 is National Wildlife Week?  Healthy forests have many positive functions, including increased human health and well-being, and improved habitat for beneficial wildlife, such as birds and butterflies.  An EarthCorps crew will be leading invasive... [Read more]

Surplus materials and equipment available to the public Lake Washington School District will hold a surplus material and equipment sale on Saturday, March 20 from 8 a.m. to noon at the district’s warehouse annex (15130 NE 95th Street, Redmond, WA 98052). This event is open to the public. Materials and equipment included in the sale are damaged, dated and in many cases are unusable or cannot be supported... [Read more]

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 traditionally our busiest... [Read more]

Applications Being Accepted through March 10 The City of Kirkland seeks applicants for its Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC).  Eligible organizations are invited to propose representatives for appointment to the Committee.  The LTAC advises the City Council on allocating the lodging excise tax fund for tourism and is comprised of seven voting members.  Applications are available at the information... [Read more]

The King Conservation District (King CD) will offer a series of free workshops in March and April offering “how-to” tips and advice ranging from chemical reduction around the home and farm as well as super cool ways to care for your septic system. // < ![CDATA[ google_ad_client = "pub-5049538877929924"; /* 300x250, created 6/23/08 */ google_ad_slot = "1748785083"; google_ad_width = 300; google_ad_height... [Read more]

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... [Read more]

Since 1996, Kirkland teens have gathered every two years to have a facilitated conversation about issues that affect them at school, in their personal lives, and in the community.  The Kirkland Youth Council (KYC), in partnership with the Lake Washington School District, is hosting its 8th biannual Youth Summit on March 25 to present topics about college planning, money management, transportation,... [Read more]

Early morning work scheduled for water main tie-in On the morning of Thursday, March 4, starting at 4:00 a.m. crews will begin to tie-in a new section of the water main under 3rd Street that was recently completed.  As the new section of water main is brought into service, the tie-in will temporarily impact water service to some tenants inKirkland Square.  The work is expected to be competed by 7:00... [Read more]

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 and inspirations. The March 18 VinTimate... [Read more]

FBLA Students Qualify for State Business Leadership Conference On February 10, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students from International Community School and Lake Washington High Schoolparticipated in the FBLA Regional Conference at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue. These scholars have qualified to compete in their respective events at the State Business Leadership Conference in Yakima,... [Read more]

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, WA... [Read more]

Twenty-two Evergreen Hospital Medical Center staff recently completed Homeland Security training at the Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP) in Anniston, Alabama. The CDP is operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency. It is the only federally-chartered Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) training facility in the country. The 32-hour Healthcare... [Read more]

EXHIBITION LECTURE: Jill Hardy, Lize Mogel, Hugo Solis, and Claude Zervas Friday, February 26, 7 PM at the Henry Art Gallery Kirkland Arts Center and Henry Members FREE / General Admission $5 OFF THE MAP is the inaugural exhibition of Kirkland Arts Center’s Emerging Curator Initiative. This exhibition is now on view in KAC’s Gallery through Wednesday, March 10. Exploring... [Read more]

In March, prospective volunteers can attend a required orientation session at any of Hopelink’s five locations Hopelink, the largest nonprofit social services agency helping people in east and north King County, seeks volunteers to work at any of its five centers in Shoreline, Carnation, Kirkland/Northshore, Redmond or Bellevue. Hopelink relies upon hundreds of volunteers to fill such needs... [Read more]

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 some of the most creative home,... [Read more]

Chat with a doctor, learn to manage stress and dance your way to good health at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center’s Day of Dance, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, February 27, at the Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th Street SW. Both the event and parking are free. More than 80,000 people are expected to participate in Day of Dance events organized by Spirit of Women hospitals across the country.... [Read more]

21 LWSD Students Named National Merit Finalists Twenty-one Lake Washington School District students have been selected as finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Competition. As finalists, these students are now qualified to receive National Merit Scholarships, including $2500 awards, corporate-sponsored scholarships or college-sponsored scholarships. About 15,000 students nationally have been... [Read more]