Patricia Hansen, a Redmond woman, will spend 97 days pedaling across the nation to shed light on hunger in the United States and to raise $50,000 to feed families in need. Her goal is to feed as many families as possible each day of the year and to provide meals that are healthy and nutritious. [...]
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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 [...]
Volunteers Needed for Park to Park Swim (photos)
Photos from 2009 Park to Park Swim Everyday Athlete in Juanita is seeking your help for the Park to Park Swim benefitting Children’s Hospital: The Park to Park Swim is a local swim across Lake Washington starting at Matthews Beach and ending at OO Denny Park. This neighborhood organized event benefiting Children’s Hospital is [...]
Dooley’s Wine Tasting & Silent Auction, A Doggone Success (photos)
Dooley’s 4th Annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction took place on August 11th, and animal lovers lined up at the Grape Choice to join in for a pawsatively wonderful evening. Dooley’s Dog House teamed up with The Grape Choice to plan and present this special fundraiser, benefitting Kirkland Off-Leash Dog Group (KDOG) and Pasado’s Safe [...]
Dooley’s Dog House & The Grape Choice host their “4th Annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction”
An evening of fun to benefit KDOG (Kirkland Off Leash Dog Park Group), & Pasado’s Safe Haven) Dooley’s Dog House & The Grape Choice will host their 4th annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction on Thursday August 11 from 6:30 to 9 PM at The Grape Choice located at 9 Lakeshore Plaza Kirkland, WA. [...]
Park Place Books Collects Books for Kids in Need
Independent bookstores join together to collect books for kids in need Visit an independent book store and give a book to a child in need! From July 16th – 31st, local bookstore Park Place Books in Kirkland will join 26 independent book stores across Washington State to host the Books for Kids Book Drive. The [...]
MDA Lock-Up in Kirkland Raises Money to Send Kids to Camp
On Thursday, former Kirkland mayor Bill Woods was among other questionable characters in town being “locked up for good” at Anthony’s Homeport Restaurant in downtown Kirkland. Woods, disguised as Rooster Cogburn as played by the legendary John Wayne, was “booked” and had his mugshot taken by MDA staff and volunteers from the Kirkland Fire Department. [...]
Bill Woods To Be “Locked Up” To Benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association
Former Kirkland Mayor Bill Woods is going behind bars for good. As one of the area’s “Most Wanted,” Woods is going to be “Locked Up” to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at high noon. Woods, along with some other local folks, will be locked up in the slammer (at Anthony’s [...]
2011 Seven Hills Of Kirkland Raises $97,000 For KITH
The sun shined on 2011’s Seven Hills of Kirkland “Cycling to End Homelessness” event on Memorial Day, brightening this event which raised $97,000 from 1240 registered cyclists, jersey sales, donations, and sponsorships from 18 businesses and community organizations to benefit KITH’s programs that help families transition from homelessness to self-sufficiency. Presenting Sponsor, the Rotary Club [...]
REMINDER | Kirkland 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Benefit Auction Tonight
UPDATED Help support Kirkland’s Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks – the best celebration of the year where Kirkland shines for all to see. The Celebrate Kirkland 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Benefit Auction takes place Friday, June 10, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Marina Park. Great auction items, wine and entertainment featuring [...]
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 [...]
Give a Little, Get a Lot | Letter
Dear Editor: As you read this, Kirkland is becoming the 7th largest city in Washington. 72,000 strong and stretching from Interstate 520 to the southern border of the bustling metropolis of Kenmore/Bothell. Kirkland has non-stop events and oozes the small town charm and beauty that make it a magnet for families and singles, young and old, rich [...]
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland to host Pasta Dinner to support our troops, June 23
All Proceeds will be donated to USO Merrill Gardens at Kirkland will celebrate Support Our Troops Week by hosting a Pasta Dinner with all the fixings straight from the Mess Hall. The dinner will raise money to support the USO. Since 1941, the USO has been providing support to service members and their families. [...]
REMINDER: Pancake Breakfast presented by Kiwanis Club of Kirkland, May 28
KITH & Kirkland Alliance of Neighborhoods join the Kiwanis Club of Kirkland in presenting “Pancaking to End Homelessness,” a charitable breakfast in support of KITH & the 7 Hills of Kirkland Bicycle Ride. The breakfast is scheduled for Saturday, May 28,2011 from 7:30am – 11:30am and will be held at Peter Kirk Community Center (352 Kirkland [...]
KITH seeks volunteer hairstylists
KITH (Kirkland Interfaith Transitions in Housing) provides a community supper each Tuesday at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church in Kirkland. On May 18, KITH would also like to provide free haircuts to some of those moms, dads and children who attend. KITH is looking for 3-4 hairstylists to come (with supplies) from 5:30 – 6:30 on [...]
Hopelink | Heating bill assistance for low-income households still available in North and East King County
Assistance with paying heating bills is still available for eligible low income households in North and East King County through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), administered in North and East King County by Hopelink. Funds remain available to households needing this help. More than 2,300 households in North and East King [...]
Metropolitan Market Benefit Bash Supporting Hopelink
UPDATED The Hopelink Highlights email has just announced that Hopelink will be the benefactor of the Pre-Opening Celebration of Kirkland’s Metropolitan Market on May 13th: Metropolitan Market Pre-Opening Celebration to Benefit Hopelink Savor creations from six top area Chefs, over 45 local and national Food Partners, 12 Wineries and 4 Breweries at a grand opening [...]
Dooley’s Dog House “April Drools” raises $1,200 for Old Dog Haven
On Friday, we attended a fun event at Dooley’s Dog House called April Drools. The shop cleared the floor to make room for over 60 dogs to roam around and play as their owners mingled over food and drink. It was a great event which helped a good cause. We look forward to future “yappy [...]
Hopelink Launches “End Summer Hunger” Campaign to Feed Low-Income Kids
When school is out for the summer, many of the almost 14,000 children in north and east King County who qualify for free or reduced cost meals during the school year may go hungry. Hopelink, the largest social services agency serving east and north King County, launches its annual “End Summer Hunger” fund and food drives this month. Presenting sponsor [...]
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