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Steamers Seafood Cafe plans to open in downtown Kirkland in “late spring.” Kirkland will be the fourth Steamers location joining Seattle’s Pier 56, the Seattle Center House, and Titlow Beach in Tacoma. Steamers is known for their fish and chips and award-winning clam chowder.
Steamers will be located at 228 Central Way (the former location of [...]
Washington Federal Savings has temporarily moved from its Kirkland Ave. location to allow for extensive renovations of the building. During the remodel, Washington Federal will share space with First Mutual (purchased by Washington Federal a few years ago) on the corner of Central Way and 3rd Street. The new location serves as two banks in [...]
As we previously reported, Jimmy Johns is coming to downtown Kirkland at the corner of Central Way and First Street (occupying the space next door to Sur La Table). According to this job placement ad in Craigs List, the company is hiring for their opening during the first week in April.
Do you Rock?…Because Jimmy John’s [...]
City, Antique Mall Property Owner Agree to Public Parking Plan
The City of Kirkland Public Works Department and Marilyn Dillard, owner of the downtown property that housed the Antique Mall for over 20 years, have agreed on a plan that adds more than 90 public parking spaces to downtown Kirkland. Around the first week of [...]
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Construction Update – January 28, 2010
Water main replacement work under 3rd Street continues on schedule
This week and last week, crews are working to install new sections of the water main under 3rd Street near the Heathman Hotel and will complete the water main in this section with the installation of a new [...]
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. [...]
Kirkland Transit Center Construction Update - Dec. 17, 2009
Excavation work begins on 3rd Street
Starting today and Friday construction crews are ready to begin excavation work to install a new water main under 3rd Street between Park Lane and Kirkland Avenue. Excavation will start at Park Lane and 3rd Street and will continue south along 3rd Street [...]
The City of Kirkland has come to agreement with the owner of the Antique Mall property to turn the unused lot into a pay parking lot for the general public. The property located at 151 3rd Street is just north of the Heathman Hotel and is owned by Ms. Marilyn Dillard. It currently has a cyclone [...]
A local favorite on Park Lane says farewell to Kirkland
On Wednesday, December 9th, Liberty 123 (located at 123 Park Lane) will be hosting a farewell party from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
Everything in the store will be discounted 30% off.
“Please join us at LIBERTY 123 for our farewell party; celebrate our success, friendships and what the future [...]
The Kirkland Tree Lighting Festival was a spectacular success and fun for the whole family. Downtown was lit up with lights in the trees, garland on the storefronts, carriage rides on the streets and songs filling the air. The big event of the evening was the lighting of the tree at which hordes gathered to [...]
The Puget Sound Business Journal is reporting the closure of the long-time Kirkland restaurant.
After 15 years in Kirkland, the Fish Café will close. Pay a visit, say goodbye and soak up to view while you can.
The Third Floor Fish Cafe restaurant at 205 Lake Street South in Kirkland will shut down next month after [...]
At the November 16 Moss Bay Neighborhood Association meeting, the architect of Hector’s and The Waterfront Market redevelopment on Lake Street gave a presentation on the project which included some new renderings.
“Rick Chesmore of Chesmore/Buck Architects was our next guest. Rick described the Hector’s Property remodel and expansion that is currently underway. Originally proposed as [...]
Over the past week, scores of volunteer elves have toiled long and hard to hang wreaths, bows, garland and lights in preparation for the Annual Tree Lighting Festival on Saturday, November 28th from 4-8pm. From the KDA website:
Each year, thousands of people come DOWN to hear festive music, enjoy the decorations and witness our beautiful [...]
Kirkland Downtown Merchants Bring the Spirit of Giving Back,
with the ‘Days of Giving’ Campaign
The holidays are a special time of year. The Kirkland Downtown Association is committed to fostering relationships and giving to organizations that address social and economic needs in our community. A group of downtown merchants, led by “A” Liengboonlertchai, owner of Simplicity Décor, [...]
The City of Kirkland has prepared the following Kirkland Events Guide:
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December performances include Theater Simple’s The Snow Queen, KPC’s Old Time Holiday Show, Charles Phoenix’s Retro Holiday Slide Show, Lyric Light Opera’s Sound of Music, Bronn Journey’s 28th Annual [...]
Ben & Jerry’s in downtown Kirkland will temporarily close for remodeling this Sunday and they will re-open in March of next year. Until then, we look forward to celebrating their grand re-opening with plenty of Chunky Monkey.
“This winter, while the Kirkland Waterfront Market building on Lake Street is renovated, Ben & Jerry’s will remodel as well. [...]
City of Kirkland Public Works Construction Update Notice: Downtown Kirkland Transit Center
What: Construction is ready to begin on the Kirkland Transit Center project in downtown Kirkland. Bayley Construction has been selected as the contractor for the project and URS Corp will provide construction management services.
What to expect: Bayley Construction has mobilized on site and a [...]
