Hey Eastsiders! We’re in full bloom (literally and figuratively). As always we have a ton of stuff to do this weekend without crossing a bridge into Seattle. Lots of Mothers Day stuff as well as the long overdue Light Rail Grand Opening! We’ve also got:

• Cooking Class

• 3 Comedy shows

• Guided hike

• Earring workshop

• Painting classes

• Cheese Bouquet workshop

• Theatrical plays

• Art walk

• Aerial dance class

and a lot more. So lets dig in…

Live Music 🎶

Thursday

425 Cellars - The Dogtones 5:30pm
StoryCellars Winery - Ian Skavdahl 4pm
Rocky Pond Estate Winery - Goldy and Foss 5:30pm
Goose Ridge Woodinville - Bec Lynn 5pm
Locust Cider Woodinville - Aidan Rufer 6pm
Willows Lodge - Tyler Mcginnis 6pm

Friday

Prohibition Cellars - Petty Thief 6pm
Bayernmoor Cellars - Goldy and Foss 4pm
Northwest Spirits - Racyne Parker 6pm
The Lime - Atomic Pop 9pm
Bake’s Place - The True Romans 8pm
Side Hustle - Dean Backholm 7:30pm
Willow Lodge - Caety Sagoian 6pm
Patterson Cellars - Erin McNaee 6pm
Sigillo Cellars - Dane Stokinger 6pm

Saturday

Melody Lynne Wine Bar - Kimball Conant & The Fugatives 7pm
Bake’s Place - Barracuda 7pm
Side Hustle - Pierce Goddard 7:30pm
Willows Lodge - King Dre 6pm
Patterson Cellars - Larry Murante 6pm
Vino Bella - The Dogtones 7:30pm
Sigillo Cellars - Steve Olson 6pm

Sunday

425 Cellars - Kellee Bradley 4pm
Barnard Griffin Winery - Jarrett Renshaw 2pm
The Lime - The Herding Cats 8pm
Sparrow - Tyler Mcginnis 6pm
Vino Bella - Michael Powers 6pm

Weekend Fix 🥳

Thursday May 8th 62°/42° ⛅️

National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day

🎤 Warm-Up for Mother’s Day with Laughs & Libations! 🍸🤣

Get mom in celebration mode early with the Pre-Mother’s Day Comedy Show at Pomegranate Bistro — because nothing says “I love you” like wine, laughter, and a night without dishes. This is the perfect excuse to gather your mom squad and let loose before the official Mother’s Day festivities. Expect hilarious stand-up, great food, and maybe even some laugh-induced ab workouts. Bonus points: zero-proof cocktails for the mocktail mavens!
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Pomegranate Bistro, 18005 Northeast 68th Street #A-150, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with a night of giggles, girl time, and glorious wine!

🖌️ Paint, Sip & Slay: Tropic Edition! 🌺🍷

Unleash your inner Picasso with a tropical twist at LaShelle Wines! This Mother’s Day painting class comes with step-by-step instruction, good vibes, and a side of wine (because obviously). Whether you're a paint pro or a first-time dabbler, you'll leave with a masterpiece worthy of the fridge — or maybe even the living room. Aprons are provided, so your outfit survives the creative chaos.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Check-in), 6:15 – 8:00 PM (Instruction)
📍 Location: LaShelle Wines, 19501 144th Ave NE C700, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Paint, sip, and strut home with art and bragging rights!

🍷 Rosé All Day (Well, Evening)! Complimentary Wine Tasting Fun 🍇

Grab Mom and swirl your way through a delightful selection of Rosé wines at this Complimentary Mother’s Day Wine Sampling! Whether she's a wine connoisseur or just here for the vibes, this is your chance to sip, savor, and sample some seriously sippable selections. No ticket? No problem — walk-ins are welcome if space allows, so bring the whole crew and get a little grape-happy. Expect boutique wines, good vibes, and zero judgment if you buy a bottle (or three).
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: The Wine Cellar Outlet, 710 Northwest Gilman Boulevard #Ste D104, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Sip your way into Mother's Day with a glass (or several) of liquid sunshine!

🔨 Make Your Own Bling! Beginner Hoop Earrings Workshop 💎

Turn your inner jewelry designer loose with this fun and fabulous beginner workshop led by metalsmith Adia of FACET + CITRINE. You’ll shape, texturize, and craft a custom pair of hoop earrings using silver, gold-filled, or rose gold-filled wire — no experience required, just a love for shiny things! It's hands-on, laid-back, and perfect for anyone who's ever thought, “I could totally make that.” Spoiler: you totally can.
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Gilman Village, 317 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Leave with new skills and a stunning set of hoops — talk about a glow-up!

🧠 Boozy Brain Games: Trivia Night at Northwest Spirits 🍹🧩

Think you’re the smartest friend in your group? Prove it at this high-energy Trivia Night that mixes facts with fabulous cocktails. With five rounds of brain-busting fun (including music and visual rounds), this weekly showdown is your chance to flex your trivia muscles while sipping something strong. There are prizes for the top teams, happier hour deals, and yes — it’s both kid and dog friendly, so bring your whole crew.
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Northwest Spirits, 15029 NE Woodinville Duvall Rd, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Grab your squad, fuel up with cocktails, and let the trivia smackdown begin!

💃 Seattle’s Got Talent — Dance, Culture & Food Fest! 🎉🥘

It’s not just a dance competition — it’s a full-on cultural celebration hosted by the Washington Indian Association! From dazzling performances to drool-worthy Indian food, shopping, and mehendi art, this event is like a mini festival in one epic afternoon. There’s something for everyone — kids, aunties, uncles, and your dance-loving bestie who’s never met a beat she didn’t slay. Come for the moves, stay for the shopping and chaat.
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Juanita High School, 10601 NE 132nd St, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get ready to dance, shop, snack, and soak up the vibes — it's a cultural party you won’t forget!

Friday May 9th 69°/47° ⛅️

National Lost Sock Memorial Day

🧀 Say Cheese! Mother’s Day Art of Cheese Workshop 🧀🍷

Move over, charcuterie — this event is all about crafting the ultimate cheese board masterpiece. Join the Art of Cheese class at Wit Cellars where you’ll design an edible bouquet using real cheese, fruits, and snacks that look too good to eat (but you totally should). Everything’s included, from supplies to savory inspiration — just bring your cheese-loving self and maybe an empty stomach.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Check-in), 6:15 – 8:00 PM (Instruction)
📍 Location: Wit Cellars, 19501 144th Avenue Northeast #A-400, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Brie ready to have a gouda time — this event is un-brie-lievable!

🍪 Frost Like a Boss: Beginner Cookie Decorating Class 🍭✨

Turn plain sugar cookies into edible works of art in this sweet hands-on decorating class at Sidekick Coffee! You’ll learn pro piping techniques, icing tricks, and how to make cookies so pretty you’ll hesitate to eat them (but only for a second). Perfect for beginners and curious cookie crafters — no experience required, just a sweet tooth and a sprinkle of creativity.
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Sidekick Coffee, 17255 135th Avenue Northeast #Suite 1020, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Cookies, icing, and brag-worthy skills? Yes, please — come decorate your heart out!

🧙‍♂️ MTG + Merlot = Friday Night Magic 🍷✨

Calling all planeswalkers and Pinot lovers! It’s Casual Commander Friday at J. Bookwalter Tasting Studio — where Magic: The Gathering meets wine for the most epic game night ever. Whether you're an MTG veteran or just here to vibe and learn, there’s a place at the table for you (and maybe a booster pack with your name on it). And no worries if you’re alcohol-free — bring your own beverage and let the fun commence!
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: J. Bookwalter Tasting Studio, 14810 Northeast 145th Street #Bldg. B, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Tap your lands, sip your wine, and summon a night of nerdy good times!

🎶 Arnob & Friends: A Musical Journey Through Bangladesh 🎤🌍

Prepare to be transported by the soulful sounds of Shayan Chowdhury Arnob, one of Bangladesh’s most iconic music visionaries. From folk fusion to Tagore vibes and Coke Studio hits, this intimate concert is a masterclass in musical storytelling. Whether you're desi at heart or just here for the global grooves, this show hits every note — emotionally, culturally, and artistically.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Meydenbauer Center, 11100 Northeast 6th Street, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get swept away by the rhythm — this is more than a concert, it’s a cultural heartbeat.

🎭 Hedda Gabler: Drama, Intrigue & 1890s Sass 🎩🔥

Step into a world of repressed emotions, gender politics, and decorative pistols in this bold retelling of Hedda Gabler. Set in 1890s Norway (so yes, there will be drama and vintage vibes), Hedda’s struggle with identity and power still hits hard today. If you're craving a night of riveting theatre with a side of existential angst, this play delivers. Come for the costumes, stay for the emotional chaos.
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Issaquah Train Depot, 78 1st Ave NE, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
You’ll laugh, you’ll gasp, you’ll question everything — just like Hedda.

🌿 Get to Know Your Plant Friends: Spring Hike Edition 🌼🥾

Nature nerds unite! Join a guided hike through the Issaquah Alps to meet your leafy neighbors up close and personal. This flower-spotting adventure is equal parts educational and magical — with plant handouts, scenic trails, and plenty of “what’s that bloom?” moments. Perfect for plant lovers, curious hikers, and anyone ready to turn their screen time into green time.
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Harvey Manning Trailhead, SE Cougar Mountain Dr, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Stretch your legs, flex your brain, and fall in love with the forest all over again!

Saturday May 10th 70°/48° ⛅️

National Small Business Day

🍕 Laughs + Dinner = A Hilarious Night Out! 😂🍽️

Get ready to giggle your way through a night of comedy and comfort food at Maltby Pizza & Pasta! Headliner Kermet Apio brings the laughs alongside featured comics Cara Rosellini and host Ish Qureshi — all served with a hearty helping of something delicious on your plate. It’s the perfect night for foodies who like their meals with a side of stand-up.
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Maltby Pizza & Pasta, 8813 Maltby Road, Snohomish, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring your appetite and your laugh muscles — this one’s a full-course good time!

🇪🇸 Tapas + Vino = Spanish Pop-Up Party at Village Wines 🍷🧆

Say “hola” to a flavorful afternoon at this Spanish Pop-Up hosted by Village Wines! You’ll sample four stunning Spanish wines paired with tasty tapas, all while vibing in a relaxed open-house setting. Tickets even include a free bottle to take home — it’s the pre-Mother’s Day celebration you didn’t know you needed (but absolutely deserve).
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Open house, arrive by 3:00 PM)
📍 Location: Village Wines, 14450 Redmond-Woodinville Road NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Sip, snack, and savor the spirit of Spain — no passport required!

🍳 Stir, Sip & Simmer: Cooking Class at 425 Cellars 🥄🍷

Ready to level up your home chef game? In this hands-on cooking class, you'll whip up a crisp Caesar salad and a cozy lasagna soup — all while sipping on a glass of wine, because multitasking tastes better with Merlot. It’s the ultimate mix of food, fun, and feel-good vibes in a cozy kitchen setting. Come solo or with a buddy, but bring your appetite either way!
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 425 Cellars, 14525 148th Avenue Northeast #112, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Chop, sip, and sauté your way into foodie fame!

🎬 Reel Connections: An Inclusive Movie Party! 🍿🕺

This is not your average movie screening — it’s a sensory-friendly celebration made for everyone! Enjoy an engaging crowd-voted film, play motion-controlled games in the chill zone, hit the mini dance floor, and even see your community’s creativity in a photo and art slideshow. Designed especially for non-speakers, disabled teens, and young adults, this event welcomes every expression, every vibe, and every smile.
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: North Bend Theatre, 125 Bendigo Boulevard North, North Bend, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Come as you are — this movie party is made just for you.

🌸 Community Connect: Flower Bar & Wellness Vibes 💐🛍️

Get your bloom on at this rooftop bash filled with flowers, fitness tips, and local goodies! Create your own bouquet for just $1 per stem, shop from incredible local vendors, and learn hormone health hacks that your body will thank you for. There’s even a wellness prize raffle, free stretch demos, and mini spa services — it’s like a health fair and mini market had a (very stylish) baby.
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Avalon Newcastle Commons, 13398 Newcastle Commons Drive, Newcastle, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Grab your BFF, build a bouquet, and bloom into your best self!

🛍️ Eastside Made Pop-Up Market: Shop Local, Shine Bright! ✨🧶

Support local makers and discover one-of-a-kind finds at the Eastside Made Pop-Up Market in Redmond! From handmade art and jewelry to sweet treats and gifts you didn’t know you needed, this outdoor market has it all. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday, support small biz, and snag something unique (or seven somethings).
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 164th Ave NE & Cleveland St, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring your tote bag and your treasure-hunting spirit — this market is bursting with creativity!

🚶‍♂️ Timber Tales: High Point Logging History Hike 🌲🪓

Lace up those boots and time-travel back to the days of sawdust and steam power on this guided hike through West Tiger Mountain’s historic logging trails. Led by local legend Tom Anderson, this trek blends nature with nuggets of history, with stops to explore relics of a bygone lumber era. It’s scenic, it’s educational, and it’s just the right amount of outdoorsy.
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: High Point Trailhead, SE 79th & 270th Ave, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get your steps in and your history fix — no axe required!

🎣 Cast Away Your Worries: Lake Sammamish Fishing Tournament 🎣🐟

Set that alarm and prep your bait — the Washington Bass Association is taking over Lake Sammamish for an angler’s dream day. Whether you’re gunning for the biggest catch or just vibing on the water, this tournament promises early-morning adrenaline and all-day bragging rights. Just five fish stand between you and victory... and possibly a legendary fish tale.
⏰ Time: 5:00 AM (Ramp & Registration)
📍 Location: Lake Sammamish Boat Launch, 4455 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Reel 'em in early — the fish (and the glory) await!

🍷 Sip, Suds & Si: Spring Tasting + Art Walk 🎨🥂

This isn’t just wine tasting — it’s a whole vibe. Sip from a curated selection of wines, beers, and spirits while strolling through local art displays in charming downtown North Bend. Your ticket scores you tasting tokens, a keepsake glass, and tax-free bottle deals (because why stop at one?). Art, booze, and springtime strolls — we call that a triple win.
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM (Check-in), Tastings start at 6:00 PM
📍 Location: North Bend Train Depot, 205 E McClellan St, North Bend, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Cheers to sipping, strolling, and supporting local all in one fabulous evening!

🚇 Lattes & Light Rail: Sound Transit Celebration Party 🎉☕

All aboard the celebration express! Head to Dote Coffee Bar to toast the Sound Transit expansion with a Minecraft-themed 360° photo booth, a live DJ, and a sketch artist to capture your good side. You’ll score free lattes (yes, even vanilla!), hot chocolate, and coffee — but only while supplies last, so don’t snooze on this. It’s family-friendly, fun-filled, and fully caffeinated.
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Dote Coffee Bar, 3849 156th Ave NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Come sip, celebrate, and say “cheers” to more transit and more treats!

🎭 Pinter’s Betrayal — Tension, Silence & Sharp Looks 🔥👀

Get ready for a masterclass in quiet chaos with Theatre33’s haunting performance of Harold Pinter’s Betrayal. Every pause, every sideways glance, every “nothing’s wrong” moment oozes emotional weight. This is theater that whispers — and sometimes screams — the truth about love, lies, and the invisible cracks in relationships.
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Theatre33, 13243 NE 20th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Come for the drama, stay for the silences that say everything.

🎤 Laugh Riot Alert: Comedy Jam Hits North Bend! 😂🎉

Get ready to roll in the aisles as Comedy Jam North Bend takes center stage! This isn't just any comedy show—it's a full-blown laugh fest celebrating 25 years of comedic brilliance. With six powerhouse headliners, including Monica Nevi, Teina Manu, Mary Lou Gamba, Adam Tiller, Lynette Manning, and Jess Everett, you're in for a night of non-stop hilarity. From award-winning specials to festival favorites, this lineup is stacked with talent that'll tickle your funny bone and then some!
🕗 Time: Doors open at 7:00 PM, Show starts at 8:00 PM
📍 Location: North Bend Theatre, 125 Bendigo Blvd N, North Bend, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅

Don't miss out on the comedy event of the year—grab your tickets now and prepare for a night of side-splitting fun! 🎟️🤣

Sunday May 11th 69°/47° ☁️

Mothers Day

🌷 Build-a-Bouquet: Mother’s Day Floral Centerpiece Workshop 🌼🖌️

Florals for spring? Absolutely — especially when you make them yourself! This Mother’s Day centerpiece class gives you all the tools, blooms, and inspiration to create a stunning table-ready arrangement. With expert floral guidance, a glass of wine (or two), and a dreamy patio setting, you’ll feel like a floral designer in your very own rom-com.
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM (Check-in), 1:15 – 3:00 PM (Instruction)
📍 Location: Rocky Pond Winery, 13475 NE Village Square Dr, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Smell the roses and take them home — because you’re the main character today.

🥂 Brunch Goals: Celebrate Mom with Bubbles & Bites 🧇🌸

Treat Mom to a brunch that’s bougie in all the best ways at J. Bookwalter Tasting Studio! This spread includes your first drink (wine, beer, or cider), a delicious entrée + side, and all the feel-good, wine-country vibes she deserves. It’s classy, cozy, and completely crush-worthy — plus, there’s more wine and food available if you want to keep the good times pouring.
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM
📍 Location: J. Bookwalter Tasting Studio, 14810 Northeast 145th Street #Bldg. B, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Raise a glass to the woman who raised you — and make it bottomless if you dare!

🌺 Mother’s Day Meditation & Sound Bath: Deep Healing Vibes ✨🧘‍♀️

Trade the hustle for a moment of heart-centered stillness with this Mother’s Day meditation + sound bath experience at Bsod Nams Yoga. Led by Ailun, a spiritual healer and Reiki master, this session blends breathwork, aromatherapy, crystal bowls, and deep reflection into one soul-soothing hour. Whether you're celebrating, healing, or simply reconnecting — this is your moment.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Bsod Nams Yoga, 1802 136th Place Northeast #1, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Let your spirit exhale — this is the ultimate gift of peace.

🎻 The Westin Mother’s Day Brunch: Luxury, Love & Live Strings 🍓🎶

Take Mother’s Day up a notch with an elegant buffet brunch at The Westin Bellevue — featuring floral photo ops, live music, and decadent drinks from Moët & Chandon. Enjoy rolled ice cream, a candy wall, and curated brunch dishes that’ll wow even the pickiest moms. Perfect for families, fancy friend groups, or anyone looking to impress with brunch brilliance.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: The Westin Bellevue, 600 Bellevue Way Northeast, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Brunch like you mean it — Mom’s day deserves nothing less than luxury.

🎶 Supriya Nair’s Carnatic Concert: Music With Meaning 💧🎤

Celebrate Mother’s Day with soul and purpose at Supriya Nair’s Wishing Well Concert — a stunning live performance rooted in South Indian classical music and heartfelt humanitarian work. This isn’t just music, it’s a movement: Supriya’s concert series has already helped fund clean water projects across four countries. Come for the vocals, stay for the vision.
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Make a difference while making memories — this concert hits all the right notes.

🧘‍♀️ Float & Flow: Aerial Chakra Workshop in the Sky 🌈🌬️

Suspend your stress (literally) with this dreamy aerial workshop that blends yoga, chakra alignment, and meditation in a silk hammock. You'll stretch, breathe, chant, and float into savasana like the divine being you are. Led by Diandra, this unique session is part movement, part manifestation — and all magical.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Be One Yoga Studio, 11220 NE 124th St, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Elevate your weekend — literally and spiritually!

Trivia 🤔

Which former amusement park, now demolished, was once a top attraction in Kirkland during the early 1900s?

Last Weeks question and answer:
Issaquah’s name originates from a Native American word. What does it mean in English? Place where the fish run

Whew 😅 — so many wonderful ways to spend the weekend! I hope you found something that inspires you to get out, connect, and celebrate. This is a time to honor the moms, mother-figures, and all the love and care they’ve given us. Whether it’s sharing a meal, crafting something beautiful, or just spending time together — make it meaningful. See you next week.