Seastside Newsletter #12

April 8th, 2024

Hello everyone! We hope you are having a great Monday so far. We’ve got some amazing spring time news, events and deals for you. The weather is getting better and summer is right around the corner. We wanted to use this space here to let you all know how important this newsletter is to us. We love writing it and the support has been amazing so far. Our only goal is to improve the quality of the newsletter and we’re working on many ways to do so. If you want to support the newsletter beyond reading it, please consider donating at this link here. Each donation will be put right back into the newsletter to help grow it as well as provide you guys with more exclusive deals and discounts. We are not personally taking any money and will also be donating 10% to local charities!

Today’s Seastside includes:

• New exclusive deals on auto detailing and home painting services

• A new school development proposal in Sammamish

• Landslide in Mercer Island

Enjoy and if you have any questions please reply to this email! - Mac and Preju

Seastside Exclusive Deals:

• 25% off auto detailing services that come to you! Big’s Mobile Detailing keeps things simple. They use high-quality auto detailing supplies, send professional auto detailers to your home or workplace, and perform top-notch services at your convenience. Use code “SEAST” for 25% off. For the next 2 weeks only!

• 10% off your first painting job from Liike Home Painting. Mention the newsletter!

• 20% off any gym membership at Hustle Fit in Redmond. Mention Seastside or use code HUSTLE when signing up!

• 10% off at Anchovies & Salt in Renton - mention code ‘Beehiiv’

• In need of a handyman, real estate repairs, damage restoration or home remodeling? We Honey Do has offered all you readers an exclusive 5% off their services. Mention the Seastside newsletter to Eric! (info)

Bellevue:

News:

• Amazon is moving ahead with their workspace expansion in Bellevue. They will continue construction on the remaining 22 floors of their office building which will provide 500,000 square feet of collaborative workspace. (info)

• Bellevue Utilities invites the public to learn about its proposed capital investment projects for the next 10 years at its open-house events. These projects support Bellevue’s essential drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services. (info)

Events:

• Yoga in the Park winter indoor series on April 13th from 10:30 to 11:30 am. (info)

• Arts Workshop: Japanese Calligraphy with Chiyo Sanada. Join Chiyo to receive guidance in shodō brushwork and have the opportunity to create their own works of kanji calligraphy.

• The City of Bellevue and the Bellevue Botanical Garden are hosting the 2024 EarthFest on April 20th from 11am - 3pm. EarthFest will be conducting a litter cleanup event before the official EarthFest event starts at 9am. (info)

• Mom’s unhinged standup comedy show. Get ready for a night of laughter and explore everything from motherhood, midlife crisis, marriage, divorce, online dating, and more. (info)

Redmond:

News:

• Approximately 100 chronically homeless people in Redmon will soon move into supportive housing set up at a former hotel. The former Silver Cloud Inn is nearly move-in ready and will offer 24/7 behavioral health services. (info)

• The city is re-opening pop-up dog parks. The Luke McRedmond pop-up dog park is now open and a second location will open at Hartman Park. (info)

• The 2024 Derby Do-Gooder Scholarship is now open for applications. They will award $1,500 to a high school senior in Remdond who has shown extraordinary commitment to community service. (info)

Events:

• Open Jazz Night at SoulFood Coffee House. Join the community in a casual all-ages jazz gathering. April 11th from 6pm - 8pm. (info)

• Lil’ Kickers & Skills Institute Free Kids’ Soccer event. This event is open to the community, kids ages 18 months - 12 years will experience a fun and engaging sample soccer class with coaches. April 20th from 2pm - 4pm. (info)

• Storytime with ponies. Enjoy a variety of light refreshments for you and your kiddos. Mingle with other families and listen to stories with a local Redmond author. April 21 from 12pm - 2pm. (info)

Issaquah:

News:

• The Issaquah City Council held its general meeting on March 18th and approved the Central Issaquah Pioneer Program aims to increase residential development which has failed to occur in central Issaquah. The program will include a portion of permanent affordable housing units within the projects. The City Council also approved the Light Rail Planning Guide to outline the best practices, key considerations, and next steps for the Issaquah light rail station. (info)

• Sales Tax changes went into effect on April 1st. The tax increased from 10.1% to 10.3%. (info)

Events:

• Slip into your favorite flip-flops for Family Beach Bingo at Blakely Hall! Drinks and snacks will be served. It is on April 12th from 6 pm to 8 pm. (info)

• Dog First Aid Class at Pickles Playland on April 13th at 3 pm. (info)

• 2024 Issaquah Rotary Grape Escape on April 24th from 6pm - 9pm. (info)

Kirkland:

News:

• Google is pausing its Kirkland office buildout after pausing construction plans on another building at Kirkland Urban. Google opened its initial two buildings in 2022 and said the buildings would total 760,000 square feet of space with the fourth building set to be completed in 2025 but it is not known if the building will be completed. (info)

• The 520 bridge is closed on Friday at 7pm and will reopen at 5am Monday. WSDOT crews are installing utilities in the area, paving parts of the bridge, and testing the lighting. (info)

• The City of Kirkland has launched the Kirkland Cares Low-Income Support Program to help provide discounts on utility rates, pet licenses, business licenses, annual vehicle registration, and other City services/charges for residents who earn at or below 80% of Area Media Income in King County. (info)

Events:

• Lounge by TopGolf at Kirkland Urban Presents April Showers Paint Nite on April 9th at 7 pm. Paint and Sips are a great date or fun night out with friends! (info)

• Espresso 101 Workshop at Seattle Coffee Gear in Kirkland on April 13th at 4 pm. (info)

• Career services happy hour to help build your resumes, cover letters, and more on April 17th on Zoom at 6 pm. (info)

Sammamish:

News:

• LWSD has submitted a proposal to begin construction for a new high school in Sammamish. It will be located near the new Sammamish Town Center proposed area. The school is expected to serve 600 secondary-level students. (info)

• Lane restrictions on Louis Thompson Hill Road will begin April 8th and continue through May 3rd for Puget Sound Energy gas main relocations in the roadway. Restrictions go from 7am - 4pm. (info)

Events:

• There will be a recycling event at Eastside Catholic High School on April 14th from 9am - 3pm. Recycle a variety of items ranging from mattresses, propane tanks, sinks, and more. (info)

• Join the Sammamish City Council in their regular meeting on April 16th at 6:30 pm. Discuss various city-wide agenda topics and projects. (info)

Renton:

News:

• Petrovistky Park in Renton has had a large outbreak of canine parvovirus infection. It is crucial to make sure your dog is vaccinated and avoid areas with reported outbreaks. (info)

• Community members are pushing for safer streets and measures implemented at the intersection of 140th and 192nd where a deadly car crash occurred. This same event has happened multiple times and community members have growing concerns about road safety and that something needs to change. (info)

Events:

• Renton Chamber of Commerce Drop-In Business Coaching at Renton Chamber of Commerce on April 11th at 10 am. (info)

• Join a tour of historic buildings in Renton. The tour will cover the center and southern part of downtown. May 18th at 10 am or 1 pm. (info)

Mercer Island:

News:

• A pipe leak forced an evacuation of 20 homes in the neighborhood of 95th Court Southeast. There were also concerns about potential flooding or landslides in the neighborhood. Seattle Public Utilities has hired a contractor to begin working on assessing the slope. Mercer Island residents were cleared to return home after determining everything was safe. (info)

• The new Mercer Island High School fitness center is already creating a positive impact on student-athletes. The MIHS Football Booster Club led the community-wide efforts to help create this new fitness center. (info)

Events:

• The Mercer Island Youth and Family Services is partnering with Hopelink to provide free fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable food to any Mercer Island resident experiencing food insecurity. April 17th from 1 - 4 pm. (info)

• Join Heritage Wealth Advisors at their event aimed at teaching the community about building better passive income streams. April 19th at 10 am. (info)

• The city is hosting its annual Leap for Green Earth Day Fair at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. There will be activities for all ages, food, vendors, and much more. April 20th from 10 am - 2 pm. (info)

Fall City/Snoqualmie:

News:

• The Skunk Creek fish barrier removal project in Fall City started on April 1st, leading to the long-term closure of Southeast Fish Hatchery Road. A temporary bypass on SR 202 starts later in April for bridge construction. (info)

• The King County Council has provided The Fall City Community Association with a $500,000 grant for the FCCA to launch a feasibility study to assess the need and development of a community center. (info)

Events:

• Fall City Community Association Meeting on April 9th from 7 pm - 8:30 pm. (info)

• Disney Rainbow Bingo with Sylvia O’Stayformore on April 19th at 7 pm. (info)

• April birthday lunch. Come and celebrate birthdays and St. Patrick’s Day with the community. There will be Snoqualmie Valley Singers and two local musicians. Call to make a reservation. April 19th at 12pm. (info)

Bothell/Kenmore:

News:

• The creative arts grant program application is now open. The grant program will benefit individual artists and organizations interested in hiring artists for their projects. The grant program is a win for artists and residents to infuse artistic and cultural endeavors into art pieces. The deadline to apply is April 12th. (info)

Events:

• All-night happy hour at The Cottage in Bothell. Every Thursday from 4-9 pm. (info)

• The 1st legislative district climate town hall is being hosted by local legislators to discuss what’s on the horizon for climate in Washington state and participate in a Q&A session on April 13th from 10 am - 12 pm. (info)

• Bothell is hosting a small business workshop April 11th through May 2nd. The series will provide you with many different ideas from starting a small business to scaling one and growing it. The event starts on April 11th from 6 pm - 8:15 pm. (info)

Woodinville:

News:

• Former Columbia Winery has found a new operator after sitting empty for a year and a half. This comes after the Columbia Winery was open for more than 30 years. (info)

• Woodinville receives $850,000 in federal funding thanks to Congresswoman DelBene. The funds will go towards the Little Bear Creek Culvert Replacement project. This will improve fish passage and alleviate hazardous flooding. (info)

• The city has decided to increase Council member and Mayor salaries after they have not been adjusted for 24 years. (info)

Events:

• Join the community for bingo at Alexandria Nicole Cellars on April 9th from 5 - 7 pm. (info)

• Ladies night at the Cottage. Sip your way through the end of the day. 6 - 7 pm on April 11th. (info)

• Sip and Wreath at Rustic Cork. Make wreaths with local community members and enjoy delicious wine. April 13th from 3:30 - 5:30 pm. (info)

Volunteering Opportunities:

• Help clean and remove invasive plants at the Lower Sammamish Commons Park. Registration required. April 10th from 1 - 3 pm. (info)

• Restoration event at Gallagher Hill Open space in Mercer Island. Help remove blackberry and ivy threatening the health of the ecosystem on April 13th from 10 am - 1 pm. (info)

• Keep Issaquah Beautiful Day on April 20th from 9 am - 12 pm. (info)

• Earth Day at Blyth Park & Former Wayne Golf Course on April 27th from 10 am - 1 pm. (info)

What we are currently loving!

• The Roll Pod - This restaurant brings the best kathi rolls in the area with flaky roti enveloping a fried egg and your choice of fillings. This is one of the most unique flavors I have tried while living in the Eastside and I think everyone should give it a try. You can even get the wrap fillings as a bowl!  

• Tropea Ristorante Italiano - Offers a genuine taste of Italy in Redmond. They have a mouthwatering array of traditional Italian made with the freshest ingredients but served with a touch of elegance. This is an excellent spot for a memorable dining experience for a date night or a family night out! You have got to try their fettuccine del pecoraio it is splendid.

Vibes:

• The Seattle Mariners finished their first 10 games going 4-6 battling back after a rough start. It was not the start the team was expecting but there were some positives to lean on going into the next series against the Toronto Blue Jays. If you have the time stop by T-Mobile Park this weekend for a series against the Chicago Cubs.

• Paddleboarding is one of my favorite activities once the weather starts to warm up. There are many areas in the Eastside to try this out. It is a great workout and very relaxing.

• It is getting a little warmer with the temperature sitting in the high 50s this week. The start of the week will bring some rain but come the weekend it should be sunny and perfect weather to go catch a Mariners game or go on a long walk around the lake.

Final Thoughts!

Thanks for reading the newsletter this week. Like always, if you have any feedback, ideas, or concerns, please reach out to us!

Mac & Preju