Hi everybody. Sit back and check out what’s coming up this Easter Weekend. We’ve got a lot of EGGcellent(sorry, I had to do it) things to do! Avoid the holiday traffic to Seattle and check out what’s happening on the Eastside. We’ve got:

• Live Easter bunny photos

• Charcuterie making

• Lot’s of Easter egg hunts (1 for adults only)

• Homerun Hangout

• Soap making

• 5 craft workshops

• Espresso workshop

And a lot more, so let’s get to it!

Live Music🎶

Thursday

The Woodinville Cut Shop - Caleb & Walter 7pm
Goose Ridge Woodinville Tasting Room - Jarrett Renshaw 5pm
425 Cellars - Howard Mack 5:30pm
Locust Cider Woodinville v- Aidan Rufer 6pm
Bake’s Place - The Nick Mardon Trio w/Nikhil Bagga 6:30pm

Friday

Chateau Ste. Michelle - Aaron Crawford 5pm
Long Shadows Vintners - Brian James 6pm
Northwest Spirits - Rocci Medawar 5pm
Prohibition Cellars - The Whereabouts 7pm
Two Vintners Winery - Dain Norman Band 6pm
Tsillan Cellars - Ian Skavadhl 5pm
Bayernmoor Cellars - Josiah Bogle 4pm
The Lime - Saltwater Sky 9pm
Bake’s Place - Tim Kennedy 8pm
Rolling Log Tavern - Raucous 9pm

Saturday

Two Vintners Winery - Jaeden Luke 2pm
Gard Vintners Woodinville - 8 Count Combo 3pm
Pub 85 - The Kennydales 8pm
The Lime - The Cover Ups 9:30pm
Melody Lynne Vineyard Wine Bar Kirkland - Goldy and Foss 7pm
Northwest Cellars - Silver Lining 5pm
Vino Bella Wine Bar - Copastetic 7pm
Masthi Bar & Grill - North of 50 7pm

Weekend Fix 🎉

Thursday Apr 17th 67°/40° ☀️

Kickball Day

🎨✨ A Journey Through Art & Self – Women Who Inspire! 💃🖌️

Get ready to be moved, inspired, and artistically awakened! This intimate panel features a powerhouse group of local female artists who are shaking up the creative scene like glitter in a snow globe. They’ll share their personal journeys of grit, glory, and groundbreaking work—all with a splash of style and soul. Whether you're an art junkie or just looking for a dose of inspiration, this one's got the goods!
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Bellevue Arts Museum, 510 Bellevue Way Northeast, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
💥 Don’t miss your chance to vibe with visionary women artists and level up your creativity!

🎤🤣 Stand-Up Comedy Night with JR Berard – Laughter Unleashed! 🍻😂

Ready for a laugh attack you won’t recover from (in the best way)? JR Berard is bringing his hilariously raw storytelling and contagious energy to Side Hustle Taproom, and this is one comedy night you do not want to snooze on. With a résumé that includes appearances on Portlandia and writing for Elizabeth Banks, this guy’s the real deal. Add local brews and killer vibes, and boom—it’s your new favorite Wednesday night.
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)
📍 Location: Side Hustle Taproom, 15 Lake Street #201, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎟️ Skip the Netflix queue—this is where the real comedy happens!

🌀 Get Your Hands Dirty: Intro Wheel Workshop! 🎯🎨

Ever looked at a pottery wheel and thought, “I could totally do that… probably”? Here’s your chance to find out—no judgment, just good vibes and spinning clay. This beginner-friendly workshop is the perfect excuse to try something totally new, and you even get to take your fired-up creation home! Smiles, messes, and moments of “Wait, it’s not supposed to look like that?” guaranteed.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Northwest Pottery Collective, 1445 NW Mall St. Suite 3, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎉 Clay all day—spin into something creative and super satisfying!

Friday Apr 18th 71°/48° 🌥️

National Exercise Day

🌿✨ Northwest Naturals Expo – Wellness Meets WOW! 🧘‍♀️💄

It’s time to level up your self-care game at the Northwest Naturals Expo, a weekend of pure good vibes and future-you goals! From skincare and soulful sessions to giveaways and glittering drinks at the Pasifika Grill, this expo has everything you need to glow from the inside out. It’s like a spa day, TED Talk, and glam fest all rolled into one!
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Hotel 116, 625 116th Avenue Northeast, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
💫 Come for the wellness, stay for the prizes—and bring your besties!

🥕🌸 Carrot Crazy Floral Workshop – Flower Fun with a Crunch! 🍷💐

Ever arranged flowers in a vase of carrots? Didn’t think so. But now you can! This quirky, colorful workshop is all about crafting gorgeous springtime arrangements with a little veggie twist, all while sipping award-winning wine at Alveare Winery. Whether you go tall and showy or short and sassy, your floral centerpiece will be a conversation starter for sure.
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Alveare Winery, 32305 Northeast 8th Street, Carnation, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🌼 Grab your scissors and carrots—it’s about to get creatively crunchy!

😂🍺 Scott Losse Live – Comedy at Chainline Brewing! 🎭🎤

Calling all comedy lovers and craft beer aficionados—Scott Losse is hitting the stage with his signature dry humor and lovable dad energy! From radio to YouTube, he’s bringing the LOLs to Chainline Brewing for a Friday night you won’t forget. Expect hilarious takes on suburban chaos, family feuds, and maybe even a chicken story or two.
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)
📍 Location: Chainline Brewing, 500 Uptown Court #Suite 210, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🍻 Come for the beer, stay for the belly laughs!

🥬🌺 Easter Floral Centerpiece – Cabbage + Flowers = Spring Magic! 🌷🫛

This isn't your grandma’s floral arrangement—unless your grandma is a trendsetting flower wizard! This whimsical workshop mixes traditional spring blooms with unexpected stars like cabbage (yes, really!) to create stunning mason jar centerpieces. Wine, snacks, and zero pressure make this the ultimate relaxing pre-holiday activity.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Check-in at 6:00 PM, instruction starts at 6:15 PM)
📍 Location: Rocky Pond Winery, 13475 NE Village Square Drive #Suite 1010, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🌸 Come bloom where you’re planted—and sip while you snip!

🌌🧠 KIDSTAGE Presents: A Wrinkle in Time – Adventure Awaits! 🚀📚

Brace yourself for time travel, epic battles, and teenage angst wrapped up in cosmic wisdom. Meg Murry and her galaxy-hopping crew are ready to rescue Dad, defeat evil, and prove that love can truly save the universe. Whether you're a fan of the classic novel or new to the magic, this theatrical journey is a heartstring-tugging ride through space and soul.
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front Street North, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
✨ Grab your tesseract and teleport to this unforgettable live performance!

💃🕺 Swing Dancing Bootcamp + Dance Party – Get Your Groove On! 🎶👞

Have two left feet? Perfect. This FREE beginner-friendly swing dance bootcamp is made just for you! Learn the basics from awesome instructors in a chill, welcoming environment, then stay for the Friday night show and social dance to strut your new moves. It’s like Dancing with the Stars, but YOU’RE the star!
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🕺 Come for the dance moves, stay for the newfound confidence!

Saturday Apr 19th 56°/44° 🌦️

Take Your Parents to the Playground Day

🐰📸 Live Easter Bunny Photos – Fluffy Fun for the Whole Fam! 🌸🎞️

Say cheese with the cutest Easter bunnies in town! This isn’t your average awkward mall photo—this is a charming outdoor experience at Dragonfly Farm’s annual fundraiser. Snap unlimited pics during your private 5-minute session with adorable backdrops, springy vibes, and all the bunny cuddles (minus the chaos).
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 21 Acres, 13701 NE 171st St, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
📷 Hop over for cuteness overload—these bunny photos are hoppin’ off the charts!

🎤🔥 Comedy! Jokes for Evermore with Travis Sherer – Laugh Therapy Unleashed! 😂🍻

Brace yourself for belly laughs and hilarious dad truths from award-winning humorist and overmatched parent, Travis Sherer! From awkward family compliments to full-on stand-up chaos, Travis turns everyday slights into comic gold. Grab a pint, grab a seat, and prepare for a night of laugh-out-loud revelations.
⏰ Time: 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Black Raven Brewing, 15902 Redmond - Woodinville Rd NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🤣 Skip therapy—Travis has jokes and beer!

🎷🎤 Intersections of Soul, Jazz & Hip Hop LIVE! – A Musical Culture Trip 🎶🌍

Get ready for an epic sonic adventure through time, genre, and culture with the Global Artists Collective! Featuring Grammy-nominated Nathan Breedlove, Indian tabla rhythms, and African drumming, this high-energy concert fuses old-school jazz and hip-hop with soul and international flair. Oh—and it’s FREE. Yes, FREE!
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Unity of Bellevue, 16330 Northeast 4th Street, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎶 Don’t miss this global groove-fest—your ears (and soul) will thank you!

🧀🍇 Charcuterie Making Workshop – Meat, Cheese & Masterpieces! 🍷🔪

Move over, store-bought snack trays—you're about to become a board-building legend! Join Chef Erica Lent (yes, the Chopped runner-up!) for a hands-on workshop where you'll craft a custom charcuterie box, sip a crisp craft beer, and master the art of flavor + fancy. Perfect for impressing your guests… or just yourself.
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Big Block Brewery, 3310 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Sammamish, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🧀 Snack smarter—learn the charcuterie secrets that’ll make you the host with the most!

🥚🍷 Deviled Egg & Wine Pairing – Crack Into Flavor Perfection! 🍇✨

Who knew eggs and wine could be soulmates? Join this savory tasting where you’ll sample three gourmet deviled eggs paired with three delightful wines—carefully curated to complement all that umami goodness. It’s part culinary adventure, part classy nosh-fest, and 100% delicious.
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (drop-in event)
📍 Location: Barnard Griffin – Wine Walk Row, 17401 133rd Avenue NE #C108, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🍷 Come for the wine, stay for the eggs… leave with a whole new appreciation for brunch pairings.

🍸📚 Weekend Happy Hour – Library Vibes, Party Feels! 🎉🍷

Class it up this weekend with a posh happy hour in “The Library” (no shushing required). Meet new friends, vibe with old ones, and unwind in style at this relaxed, RSVP-friendly gathering. Bonus: your deposit helps keep the flake-factor low, so you know it’s a solid crew!
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Bottle and Bull, 105 Lake Street, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🍹 Books optional, good times guaranteed—cheers to your weekend unwind!

🎨👨‍👩‍👧 Family Paint Party – Screen-Free Creativity! 🖌️❤️

Put down the tablets and pick up some paint! This laid-back, judgment-free paint party is made for families to bond, get a little messy, and create something totally their own. No instructions, no pressure—just color, canvas, and connection.
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 3120 139th Avenue Southeast, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎨 Ditch the screens and get messy—memories are better in paint!

🐣🎪 Easter Egg Kids Carnival – 14,000 Eggs & Endless Fun! 🐰🎉

Ready for the ultimate Easter bash? This FREE indoor carnival is packed with over 14,000 eggs (yes, you read that right), bounce houses, face painting, carnival games, and a playroom just for toddlers. Parents, don’t worry—there’s coffee for you, too.
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM (entry by time slot)
📍 Location: Eden Church, 12636 SE May Creek Park Drive, Newcastle, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🥳 Hop into the fun—this Easter carnival is an egg-cellent time for the whole fam!

⚾🎉 Step Up to the Plate – Home Run Hangout at Kirkland Urban! 🧢🎈

Batter up! It’s baseball meets block party at this free community event loaded with family-friendly games, Mariners ticket raffles, DJ jams, and a special appearance by the one and only Mariner Moose. Plus, snacks galore and trading card fun for all you collectors out there!
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Kirkland Urban, 425 Urban Plaza, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
⚾ Don’t strike out—this is a grand slam kind of Saturday!

🎶🔥 Kalimba – Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute That Brings the Groove! 💃🌟

Kalimba is bringing the funk, soul, and sparkle of Earth, Wind & Fire to Kirkland! This high-energy tribute band is your ticket back to the golden age of feel-good jams. VIPs get a signed poster, t-shirt, and sticker—but everyone gets a night of pure musical magic.
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎷 Boogie down like it’s 1975—this tribute is straight 🔥!

🐣🍷 Adult Easter Egg Hunt – BYOB (Bring Your Own Basket!) 🎉🥚

Who said egg hunts are just for kids? At this adults-only eggstravaganza, you’ll hunt for eggs filled with fabulous prizes, sip on wine, and soak up springtime vibes. Toss in games, food, and maybe a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny (selfies encouraged), and you’ve got yourself the ultimate grown-up Easter bash.
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: The Winemakers Reserve, 15902 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE, Suite D, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🥳 Hop to it—this Easter party is strictly 21+ and totally egg-citing!

🧼🌿 Soap Making Class – Lather, Laugh, Repeat! 🧼✨

Lather up your creativity at this hands-on soap-making class with Viva la Veedo! You'll mix, pour, scent, and swirl your very own artisan bars—perfect for gifts, home décor, or just a seriously satisfying bathroom upgrade. Bonus: you get to take your soap home that night, fresh and fragrant!
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Adrice Wines, 19495 144th Avenue NE. #2A-160, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🧽 Come for the suds, stay for the smiles—and leave with soap you actually made!

🤸‍♂️🍕 Parents Night Out – Drop the Kids, Go Have Fun! 🎉💆

Parents, it’s your time to shine (and sip wine uninterrupted). Drop the kiddos off at Alpha Gymnastics where they’ll dive into ninja courses, crafts, open gym, and pizza-fueled fun. Meanwhile, you enjoy whatever the heck you want—freedom never felt so good.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Alpha Gymnastics, 15000 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE #B200, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎈 Go on, take the night off—your kids will thank you later (probably).

Sunday Apr 20th 56°/43° 🌧️

Easter Sunday

🐰🎉 Bunny Bash at Forum Social House – Hop Into the Party of the Season! 🕺🥞

This isn’t your average Easter egg hunt—it’s a full-blown bunny-themed bash with a DJ, face painting, photo ops, and a brunch menu that’ll have you hoppin’ for seconds. Throw on those bunny ears and dance like no one’s watching (except maybe the Easter Bunny). Warning: this is a cuteness overload zone!
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Forum Social House, 700 Bellevue Way Northeast #STE 300, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🥚 Don’t miss this hoppin’ celebration—it’s Easter like you’ve never partied before!

☕🎓 Espresso 101 Workshop – Brew Like a Barista! 💥💡

Calling all coffee lovers! Learn the secrets to pulling the perfect espresso shot at this hands-on, expert-led workshop. Whether you’re an aspiring barista or just tired of your bitter home brews, this is your chance to get the grind, tamp, and timing just right. Caffeine included.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Seattle Coffee Gear, 400 Urban Plaza Suite 150, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
☕ Your morning routine is about to get a serious upgrade—sip with skill!

🥓🥂 Easter Brunch Pop-Up – Swine Dining with a Side of Class! 🍳🌸

Feast your way into spring at this fabulous brunch pop-up featuring Swine Dining’s chef-crafted dishes and the cozy ambiance of J. Bookwalter’s tasting studio. Fresh, seasonal flavors meet elegant vibes—and yes, there’s wine. Lots of it. Reserve your spot and bring your appetite!
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: J. Bookwalter Tasting Studio, 14810 Northeast 145th Street #Bldg. B, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🍽️ Brunch hard—this egg-cellent event brings the flavor and the fun!

🧺🐣 Kiwanis Egg Hunt – The Fastest Fifteen Minutes of Spring! 🌷🎯

Grab your baskets and your running shoes—it’s egg-hunt mayhem at Peter Kirk Park! With age-specific zones and costumed characters to selfie with, this beloved spring tradition is equal parts chaos and cuteness. Blink and you’ll miss it—these kids move fast!
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Peter Kirk Park, 202 Third Street, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🥕 Don’t miss the scramble—this egg hunt is a sprint to the sweetest surprises!

💐🌼 Fresh Flower Market – Spring is Blooming in Issaquah! 🌸🛍️

Start your morning with a bouquet of sunshine at the Fresh Flower Market featuring blooms from Lia’s Garden. Whether you're after a table centerpiece or a spontaneous floral treat, this charming market is sure to make your day a little brighter (and your Instagram pop!).
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Historic Shell Station, 232 Front Street N, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🌻 Wake up and smell the flowers—it’s a market made for spring daydreams!

🎨🧂 Creating with Salt Dough – Mini Masterpieces, Maximum Fun! 🐚👩‍🎨

Calling all young creators! This salt dough sculpting workshop is made for kids ready to mold, mash, and create their very own masterpieces. It’s hands-on, screen-free fun that turns dough into dinosaurs, flowers, or whatever their imaginations dream up.
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Kristal Art, 19330 NE 172nd St, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🖌️ Let their creativity rise like dough in the oven—it’s art they can squish and shape!

Trivia🤔

What unique “playable” art piece can be found in Downtown Park, which children and adults alike are encouraged to interact with?

Last weeks question and answer:
Redmond’s annual “Derby Days” originally started as a celebration of what event? The end of World War II (though it began as a bike race before officially becoming Derby Days)

That’s a wrap folks. I hope you have a great Easter weekend. I had no clue the Eastside had so many public Easter Egg hunts! The Easter Egg Kids Carnival sounds like a blast. Until next Thursday.