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Seastside Newsletter #4
Tons of great news, events and deals for Bellevue, Kirkland, Sammamish and beyond!
Seastside
February 12, 2024
February 12th, 2024
Good morning cities of the Eastside! Happy Monday, hopefully you have had a great start to your week and we hope to make it even better! This week was a bit slow in news but we were still able to dig and find the events impacting each one of you all. We also are still looking for community heroes! So please submit people in your community who are making a difference in the community. We also have a surprise coming next week that will hopefully change the way you get your news and deals for the Eastside!
Today’s Seastside includes:
New tolls
Sound Transit’s opening day
Photo contest in Sammamish
Get your cup of coffee and get ready for a great read!
News
Bellevue:
Rivian, Electric Vehicle Manufacturer, to Open Showroom in Bellevue Square. This will act as a hub for the vehicle manufacture and provide opportunities to grow their brand. link
In a recent analysis by American Home Shield, Downtown Bellevue claimed the title of the fourth most expensive city in the United States. link
Bellevue Police Department launches auto theft task force after seeing a 45% increase in thefts last year. link
Lakemont Boulevard SE from Forest Drive SE to 155th Avenue SE: Full road closure 24 hours a day, seven days a week for until approx. June. link
Redmond:
Kirkland:
Sammamish:
In 2024, Sammamish will update the Town Center Plan while updating the City's Comprehensive Future Plan to enhance the City's framework and meet its future needs. link
The dispute over the city’s handling of public records form a previous city council will now continue after former council member Ramiro Valderrama, who was the plaintiff in the case, filed an appeal to the state court. link
Sammamish Town Center, with 348-unit Phase I, continues to grind through the process. The city council plans to review the plan for the Sammamish Town Center after the plan was previously rejected in 2019. link
Issaquah:
Issaquah committee of the whole will meet on Feb. 12th to discuss the water supply contract, city work plan and regional coalition for housing strategic plan. link
Issaquah high school senior, Bliss Singhal, named a “Top 300 Scholar” in the Society4Science Regeneron Talent Search. She won a $2,000 award for herself and $2,000 for Issaquah High School. link
ISD is inviting all community members to join their design sprints. Their goal is to make a fun and engaging experience to let the community dream up ideas for the future of education for students. link
Crossroads:
A senior community adjacent to Crossroads Shopping Center has been acquired by a Seattle company that plans to convert the 108 units into affordable housing. link
Fall City:
Fall City water district struggles with Plum Creek Water Quality. The district spent months evaluating what could have gone wrong with the community’s well, storage tanks and distribution line. link
Events
Bellevue:
Valentine’s day crafting in the Bellevue Art Museum Forum. Create greeting cards for your loved ones at this free family friendly event on Feb. 14th from 12pm - 4pm. (info)
Celebrate Lunar New Year in Old Bellevue at the Umpqua Bank. Enjoy delicious Chinese food and a special lion dance performed by Mak Fair on Feb. 15th at 5pm - 7pm (info)
Pictures on the porch Galentines night is having a special screening of 10 Things I Hate About You at the W Hotel on Feb. 13th 6 - 9pm. (info)
Lululemon in store yoga at Bellevue Square Mall with Abigail Lovas on Feb. 25th from 9:30 - 10:30 am. (info)
Joe Wong is hosting his comedy show, This Asian Hates Asian Hate on Feb. 25th at 7pm. (info)
Redmond:
Once Told Tales presents: Friday night improv comedy on Feb. 16th from 8-10pm (info)
Join redmond ridge golf course for their Crooked Spoon Valentine’s Dinner on Fe 14th from 5 - 8pm. Make sure you grab a reservation beforehand! (info)
Homebuyers workshop by Southeby’s International Realty. Learn the keys to success from industry professionals on Feb. 17th at 10 am - 12pm. (info)
Mac and Jack’s paint and sip with Paint Local on Feb. 20th at 6 pm (info)
Kirkland:
Sammamish:
Issaquah:
Nano arium workshop at The Arium Shop in Gilman Village. Learn to make different types of plant containers and keep the one you make in the workshop! Feb. 12th at 6:30 - 7:30 pm. (info)
Join a community morning paddle on Lake Sammamish State Park from Tibetts Beach to Vasa Park and back. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 - 8:30 am. (info)
Free co-working space at Blakely Hall in the Issaquah Highlands. Meet local professionals and collaborate on ideas! Feb. 13th from 9 am - 1 pm. (info)
Indoor drop-in pickle ball play at the Issaquah Community Center on Feb. 13th from 12 - 3 pm. (info)
Crossroads:
Watch the Woods Creek Band perform jazz, blues, country, pop and more at the Market Stage on Feb. 16th from 7 - 8:45 pm. (info)
Volunteering Opportunities
What we are currently loving!
Food:
Anchovies & Salt (Renton) |
Although Renton may be a bit out of the way for our usual readers, I can assure you that Anchovies and Salt is worth the journey. Our friend group celebrated a dental school acceptance there, and the experience was unforgettable. Amidst the stunning waterfront views, we savored dishes like Cha Gio Chay (vegetarian egg rolls), Pho Tai Lan Wagyu (wagyu pho), Hau Song (raw oysters), and Pho Chay (vegan mushroom pho). Despite leaving us pleasantly full, we're already planning our next visit. |
We had a chance to talk to the owner, Quyen, who shared his vision for the restaurant, aiming to create a homely atmosphere while representing his culture through innovative cuisine. He's dedicated to providing an authentic dining experience, with food as the centerpiece. |
During our chat, Quyen generously extended a 10% discount to our readers! (We're not receiving any compensation for this.) Simply mention 'beehive' during your visit to redeem the offer. |
Vibes:
Uh oh! Meteorologists are expecting a storm to roll in this week with wind, rain, and mountain snow! Get your ski boots ready! Be careful of driving with the black ice. We don't want anyone to get hurt!
We are still taking submissions for community heroes! Thank you to everyone who has submitted their heroes. We wanted to wait one more week to get even more submissions. Get ready for next week’s newsletter to have community heroes!
Bellevue, WA! Photo taken by @OfEarth8 via X. link
Final Thoughts!
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