This is going to be an amazing weekend! Not just all the events but the weather. I’m looking forward to getting out and about. There’s a couple great art walks and plenty of workshops. If you don’t have a Discovery Pass, now’s the time to check out those hiking spots that you would normally need the pass the park. We also got:

• Calligraphy Class

• Beginning Line Dancing

• Guided Hikes

• Comedy Shows

• Eat the Weeds!

• Free Kids Events

• Air Plant Atrium

• Candle Making Class

• Pickleball Palooza

And a lot more. Skip the Seattle traffic and explore the Eastside. Lets dig in…

Live Music 🎶

Thursday

Chateau Ste. Michelle - Peach Pit & Briston Maroney 6pm
Goose Ridge - Josiah Bogle 5pm
Melody Lynne Wine Bar - Kimball Conant & The Fugitives 7pm

Friday

Sparkman Cellars - Dueling Pianos 5pm
Chateau Ste. Michelle - Yacht Rock Revue 6pm
Prohibition Cellars - Rear View Mirror 6pm
Fidelitas Wines - Pierce Goddard 6:30pm
Obelisco - Chase Rabideau & El Koreano 5pm
Two Vintners Winery - Soul Proprietors 6pm
Celan Ridge Winery - Jade Teather 5pm
Goose Ridge - Josiah Bogle 5pm
Locust Cider Woodinville - Aidan Rufer 5pm
The Lime - Diamond Star Halo & The Cover Up 9:30pm
Redmond Town Center - E. Pruitt 5pm
Vino Bella Wine Bar - Copastetic 7pm

Saturday

Obelisco Estate - Andrew Smith 7pm
Two Vintners Winery - Gina Bellivueau 2pm
Gard Nintners - Michael Powers 3pm
The Lime - Bruiser 9pm
Pub 85 - JoMomma Band 8pm
Northwest Cellars - Brittany Jean 5pm
Redmond Town Center - DJ Indica Jones 5pm

Sunday

Locust Cider Woodinville - Larry Murante 1pm
425 Cellars - Josiah Bogle 3:30pm
Celan Ridge Winery - Emmy Saxton 4:30pm
Barnard Griffin Winery - Ian Skavdahl 3pm
Gard Vintners - Larry Murante 1pm

Weekend Fix 🥳

Thursday June 5th 76°/54° ⛅️

National Attitude Day

🎤 Laugh Out Loud with Luke Severeid! 🍻

Get your giggle muscles ready! Luke Severeid is bringing his firecracker energy and chaotic charm to the mic at Side Hustle Taproom. Expect big laughs, bold opinions, and maybe a beer-induced snort or two. Warning: prolonged laughter may result in abdominal soreness and better mood.
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Side Hustle Taproom, 15 Lake Street #201, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get there early, grab a brew, and let Luke rock your night!

🦪 Sip ‘N’ Shuck Shenanigans! 🍸

Oysters, caviar, and cocktails? Yes, please! Seashucked is rolling in with their mobile seafood bar for an evening of slurp-worthy indulgence. Choose your poison—bubbles or martinis—and toast to oceanic opulence with Belvedere, Tanqueray, and Moët & Chandon.
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: W Bellevue, Living Room Bar, 10455 NE 5th Place, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Seafood and sophistication? Shell yeah, we’ll be there!

🎶 Gaga Goes Local: KPC Choir Rocks the Stage! 🌟

Mother Monster would be proud. The KPC Community Choir is taking on Gaga’s biggest hits—from “Bad Romance” to “Shallow”—and turning the stage into a pop-powered party. With a live band and community vibes, it’s gonna be paws up, monsters out!
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Put on your poker face and sing your heart out!

🥾 Guided Hike: Wildflowers & Windstorm Wonders 🌬️🌸

Mother Nature’s been busy, and this hike proves it! Join expert Peggy Jackson for a scenic trek through Tiger Mountain Lowlands where you'll explore post-storm regeneration, blooming wildflowers, and maybe even get nature to spill some tea.
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Highpoint Parking Lot, 26415 SE 79th St, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Hiking shoes on—adventure (and possibly mud) awaits!

🖋️ Modern Calligraphy for Beginners ✒️

Ever wanted to make your snail mail less snail-y and more snazzy? Learn the art of modern calligraphy in a cozy cider-sipping setting. You’ll leave with gorgeous lettering skills, a full kit of tools, and maybe even a few cider-inspired doodles.
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Locust Cider, 19151 144th Ave NE Unit A, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Perfect your pen game—and sip while you script!

Friday June 6th 79°/54° 🌤️

National Churro Day

🎨 Paint & Sip: Jellyfish Edition! 🪼🍷

Dive into your creative side with a jellyfish-themed painting party at Gard Vintners. You’ll be guided step-by-step, paintbrush in one hand and wine in the other. It’s like an art class, but way more relaxed—and you don’t have to worry about grades.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Gard Vintners, 19151 144th Ave NE Unit D, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Let your inner Picasso—and your pinot—flow freely!

🎭 Same Time, Next Year – A Love Story for the Ages 💘

Once a year. Same place. Same people. Totally different drama. Bernard Slade’s classic romantic comedy unfolds over 25 years of rendezvous, romance, and ridiculousness. It’s like a time-traveling rom-com with nostalgia and charm to spare.
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Heart Repertory Theatre, 14654 148th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
The perfect post-winery date night awaits—bring tissues and laughs!

🌈 Rainbow Bingo Bash! 🎉

Bingo just got a fabulous glow-up! Hosted by the fabulous Sativa the Queen, this family-friendly bash is brimming with joy, colorful prizes, and enough glitter to blind your boring week. Celebrate diversity and win cool stuff—what’s not to love?
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Redmond Senior & Community Center, 8703 160th Ave NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Come for the bingo, stay for the sass!

🧺 Juanita Friday Market Magic 🍓🌸

From juicy fruits to handmade treasures, this local market is bursting with Washington-grown goodness. Grab some farm-fresh fare, snack your way through delicious vendors, and let the kids go wild with crafts and fun activities. Rain or shine, this community party is ready to roll!
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Juanita Beach Park, 9703 NE Juanita Drive, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Grab a tote bag and shop like a local superstar!

👢 Beginner Line Dancing Bootcamp! 💃

Got two left feet? Perfect! Learn three simple country line dances in a no-pressure, boot-scootin’ workshop that’s all about having fun. Yeehaw energy and zero dance experience required.
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: The Studio Issaquah, 1871 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite 3, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Dust off those dancing shoes—your inner cowboy is calling!

Saturday June 7th 80°/58° ☀️

National VCR Day(kids, ask your parents what a VCR is)

🌿 Eat the Weeds! Foraging Workshop 🌱

Think weeds are just garden pests? Think again! This wild walk through Oxbow’s forests and fields will open your eyes (and taste buds) to the edible wonders hiding in plain sight. Sip tea, taste the wild, and leave with herbal wisdom you never saw coming.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center, 10819 Carnation Duvall Road NE, Carnation, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Nature snacks await—come hungry and curious!

😂 Dad Jokes Comedy Showcase 👔

Four dads. Infinite dad jokes. Get ready for groan-worthy greatness and tear-inducing hilarity as top-notch comedians channel their inner dad energy for an unforgettable show. This night is bursting with funny, flannel, and fatherly flair.
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: North Bend Theatre, 125 Bendigo Blvd N, North Bend, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring your dad. Or just borrow one. Either way, get ready to laugh.

☀️ Free Kids Event: Summer Fun Factory! 🎨

Sun-catchers, sand, water play—oh my! This hands-on event is jam-packed with colorful activities perfect for little adventurers. Plus, it’s FREE. That’s right, zero dollars for maximum giggles.
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Lakeshore Learning, 3924 Factoria Square Mall SE, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Warning: high levels of joy may occur. Supervision required!

🎨 Eastrail Art Walk 🚶‍♀️🖼️

Step into a world of color and creativity as you stroll along the Eastrail with stops at public murals and artist installations. Mingle with the artists and ride the rails to BelRed for more artsy surprises!
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Meet at Wilburton Station, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
It’s art with a view—bring comfy shoes and curiosity!

🪴 Color & Clay Paint Party 🎨🌿

Get messy with paint and dirt (in the best way) as you design and decorate your own plant pot, then fill it with a charming succulent! No skills required, just good vibes and a glass of local brew.
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Big Block Brewing, 3310 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Sammamish, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Let your creativity bloom and take home a living masterpiece!

🌲 Discover Pass Free Day & Free Fishing Weekend! 🎣

Leave your wallet at home and bring your sense of adventure! For one glorious day, you can explore Washington’s stunning state parks, forests, and wildlife areas with zero parking fees. Whether you're casting a line, hiking a trail, or just enjoying the view, nature is calling—and it’s free to answer.
⏰ Time: All day
📍 Location: All Washington State Parks & state-managed lands
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get outside, breathe that fresh air, and make the most of your no-cost nature.

🔥 Battle of the BBQs: Grills & Thrills! 🍖

Smoky, saucy, sizzling—grill brands go head-to-head in this flame-kissed faceoff! Sample tasty bites, sip drinks, and vote for your favorite grill masters. Bonus: live broadcast from KJR Radio’s Marc James!
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: 14404 NE 20th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Grill fans, unite—it’s time to bring the heat!

🦜 Pastries for Parrots! ☕🧁

Caffeine and conservation, anyone? Treat yourself to a pastry-packed morning at the zoo—complete with parrot encounters, crafts, and coffee that’s almost as lively as the birds. Every bite and sip supports endangered macaws through Armonia Bolivia, so your morning indulgence just became a heroic act.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Cougar Mountain Zoo, 19525 SE 54th Street, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Birds, baked goods, and benevolence—don’t miss it!

🎨 Woodinville Arts Alliance Summer Art Walk! 🍷🖌️

Take a cultured stroll through Woodin Creek, where local artists and wineries pair up for an art-filled afternoon. Sip wine, admire original artwork, and maybe take home a masterpiece (or two) that won’t clash with your couch. Meet the makers, toast to talent, and enjoy the creative buzz!
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Various locations in Woodin Creek, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Wine not walk your way through creativity and cabernet?

🛍️ Woodinville Market Fair: Dads & Grads Bash! 🎉

Shopping meets celebration at this all-out vendor explosion! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect Father’s Day gift or a graduation surprise, you’ll find it among local makers slinging everything from 3D-printed gadgets to handmade soaps and cozy crochet. There are even prize giveaways—no purchase needed!
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 16812 140th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring your tote bag and your festive spirit—it’s go-time for gift shopping!

🌱 Air Plant Atrium Workshop 🍻🌿

Need more green in your life (without the watering schedule)? Join this laid-back workshop at Savage Brewing to craft your very own air plant atrium. It’s creative, chill, and comes with the bonus of sipping on local brews while your plant game levels up.
⏰ Time: Noon
📍 Location: Savage Brewing Company, 12815 NE 124th Street, Suite I, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Craft something green, sip something cold, and feel like a succulent superstar!

Sunday June 8th 87°/59° ☀️

National Best Friends Day

🕯️ Summer Eco Luxe Candle Making Class 🌿🪔

Who says sustainability can’t smell fabulous? Join this hands-on candle workshop where you’ll mix phthalate-free scents and create eco-friendly ambiance like a certified scent wizard. It’s eco-chic, nose-approved, and the perfect way to zen your way into summer.
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 44 Lakeshore Plaza, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get lit—responsibly, creatively, and fragrantly.

🎨 Shades of Brilliance Artwalk 🖤✨

This isn’t just an art walk—it’s a bold celebration of Black excellence. Featuring powerful protest pieces and stunning works that smash stereotypes, this open-air gallery demands your attention. Come for the beauty, stay for the brilliance.
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Bellevue Downtown Park, 10201 NE 4th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Feel the power. See the art. Walk with purpose.

Pickle Palooza Challenge 2025 🏓💥

It’s dill or be drilled in this epic indoor pickleball showdown! Whether you're a newbie or a paddle pro, this event’s got something for every skill level—and it’s all for a good cause. Raise money for MS, meet fun folks, and maybe even earn bragging rights as the MVP (Most Valuable Pickler).
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Issaquah Community Center, 301 Rainier Blvd S, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get your game face and paddle ready—it’s crunch time!

🌀 Intro Wheel Workshop at NW Pottery Collective 🏺🎡

Spin, sculpt, and maybe even splatter a little clay joy! This beginner wheel-throwing class is the perfect way to dip your hands into the world of pottery—no experience required. Expect laughs, muddy fingers, and a handmade creation to call your own.
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Northwest Pottery Collective, 1445 NW Mall St. Suite 3, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Spin up something beautiful (or hilariously lopsided—it’s all good).

💎 Simple Hoop Earrings Workshop 🔨✨

Make your own sparkle in this hands-on class where you'll bend, twist, and shape elegant earrings from silver, gold-filled, or rose gold wire. No experience needed—just bring your inner jewelry goddess and leave with something dazzling (and totally DIY).
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gilman Village, 317 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get hammered (with tools, obviously) and leave with shiny treasures.

📚 Children’s Book Event: THIS BOOK IS DANGEROUS! 🐙

Join local legend Ben Clanton as he unveils his newest picture book—where the jellyfish is anxious, the pages are wild, and the fun is dangerously off the charts. Packed with laughs, sea creatures, and interactive silliness, this is one event your little reader won't want to miss.
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Brick and Mortar Books, 7430 164th Ave NE Suite B105, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Warning: this book event may cause uncontrollable giggles and a need for snacks!

Trivia 🤔

What does “Bellevue” mean in French?

Last weeks question and answer:
What historic Kirkland building, once a hotel and saloon, is now a center for art exhibits and community events? Heritage Hall.

I don’t know about you but this is my favorite time of year. I think it’s all the BBQ and outdoor stuff. It’s a pain in the but to drag all the floaties and charcoal to the lake but it’s so much fun to grill and enjoy the water. Get out there and enjoy it now, even if your at the park reading a book. Before you know it, I’ll be posting about Halloween events 😬. See ya next week.