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🎨🌮 Wait... You Didn’t Hear About These Events?!

🎨🌮 Wait... You Didn’t Hear About These Events?!

Street food, live painting, sunflower fields, paint parties & stunt shows — it's all going down now.

Mike Surprenant
August 14, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 18 minutes

Another amazing weekend coming up! A couple different festivals along with workshops. If you love food, you’ll find something to pique your interest. Skip the Interstate closures and Seattle traffic. Sit back, grab a drink and dig in to this weeks newsletter.

Thursday Aug 14th 75°/63° 🌤️
Friday Aug 15th 69°/61° 🌧️
Saturday Aug 16th 75°/59° 🌦️
Sunday Aug 17th 76°/58° ⛅️

Live Music 🎶

Thursday

Goose Ridge Estates - Michael Scott 5pm
Village Wines - Jaeden Luke 7pm
Kirkland Marina - The Hipsters 6pm

Friday

Prohibition Cellars - Radio Rewind 6pm
Obelisco - El Koreano & Jaeden Luke 5pm
Chelan Ridge Winery - Aidan Rufer 5pm
Northwest Spirits - Smile Aisle 6pm
Rollin Log Tabern - TeaZer 9pm

Saturday

Chelan Ridge Winery - Emmy Saxton 5pm
Gard Vintners - Tyler McGinnis 3pm
Obelisco - Steven Pontius 7pm
Northwest Cellars Winery - Reji Marc 5pm
Vino Bella Wine Bar - Copastetic 7:30pm

Sunday

Chelan Ridge Winery - Left Coast Dreamers 1pm
Obelisco - Brian James 4pm
The Lime - The Hearding Cats 8pm

Weekend Fix 🥳

Thursday Aug 14th 75°/63° 🌤️

National Creamsicle Day

🌮✨ Chef’s Cart: MEXICO – A Street Food Fiesta Like No Other! 🇲🇽🎉

Ready to take your taste buds on vacation without leaving Bellevue? Dive fork-first into the bold, sizzling flavors of Mexico at this one-night-only culinary pop-up! Chef’s Cart transforms The Porch at Living Room Bar into a vibrant, taco-slinging street market complete with mouthwatering birria tacos, spicy mango skewers, Casamigos Palomas, and beats by a live DJ. With food, drinks, and vibes this fire, you’ll feel like you’ve been teleported to the heart of Guadalajara — minus the passport!
📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: W Living Room Bar, 10455 Northeast 5th Place, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Don’t miss this tasty trip — it’s a flavor party you’ll regret skipping! 🌮💃

🎲🧀 Boardgame Night – Roll the Dice & Relax! ♟️🍷

Calling all game night champions and snack enthusiasts! Every Thursday, The Library transforms into your cozy haven for tabletop showdowns, chill vibes, and luxury board games galore. Whether you're into card decks, puzzles, or intense rounds of Risk that test your friendships, this is your space. Bonus: snacks and drinks are up for grabs, so come hungry for fun (and maybe nachos)!
📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Lodge at St. Edward State Park, 14477 Juanita Drive Northeast, Kenmore, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Unplug, unwind, and let the games begin! 🎉🃏

🎬🌌 Movies @ Marymoor – Big Screens, Bigger Vibes! 🍿🐾

Grab a blanket, your favorite human (or dog), and head to Marymoor Park for an outdoor movie night under the stars! With food trucks on standby and feel-good flicks lighting up the evening, this is the ultimate way to soak up summer. It’s family-friendly, fur-baby approved, and guaranteed to deliver those nostalgic cinema-in-the-park feels.
📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Marymoor Park, 6046 W Lake Sammamish Parkway NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring your lawn chair and movie munchies — it’s showtime! 🌠🎥

🎶🌅 Evening Summer Concerts – Tunes by the Lake 🎤🕶️

Nothing says summer like a live concert by the water, and Kirkland's got your perfect Thursday plan. Marina Park turns into your go-to outdoor stage with great music, golden hour vibes, and good company. It’s completely free, community-powered, and a great excuse to dance barefoot in the grass.
📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Marina Park, 25 Lakeshore Plaza, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Grab your friends, pack a picnic, and sway into sunset magic! 🎸🌇

🔗💫 Solder-Free Chain Bracelet Workshop – Make It, Wear It, Flaunt It! 💍🎨

Ever wanted to make your own jewelry without setting off a fire alarm? Here’s your chance! Join Adia, the metalsmith magic-maker behind FACET + CITRINE, for a hands-on workshop where you’ll shape silver or bronze wire into your own stunning bracelet — no torch required. Learn the secrets of chain-linking like a pro and leave with some serious wrist candy you made yourself!
📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Gilman Village, 317 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Snag a seat and craft some sparkle with your own two hands! 🔧✨

Friday Aug 15th 69°/61° 🌧️

National Relaxation Day

🖼️🏡 Save the Artists Open House & Art Fundraiser – Art Meets Luxury! 🎨💎

Welcome to the most stylish fusion of creativity and real estate you've ever seen. This four-day art extravaganza is launching a new townhome community in Kirkland, with live painting, jaw-dropping artwork for sale, and exclusive home tours. Whether you're in it for the art, the architecture, or the fancy cocktails, this event screams culture with class.
📅 Date: August 14 (event runs for 4 days)
🕔 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: 110 2nd Street South, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Come for the art, stay for the vibes — and maybe your future dream home! 🏠🖌️

👨‍🎨🎉 Family Paint Party – Paint, Sip & Giggle Together! 🖌️🍷

Time to swap screen time for easel time! Paint Nite is bringing you the ultimate family-friendly art party, complete with step-by-step guidance from a local artist, plenty of laughs, and zero pressure to be the next Picasso. Just show up, sip something fun, and leave with your very own masterpiece (and possibly paint in your hair).
📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Barley POP! Brewing, 1208 10th St, Snohomish, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Paint, laugh, and unleash your inner artist — no beret required! 🎨🍹

🧶✨ Felted Earrings Workshop – Fuzzy, Fabulous, and Totally DIY! 🧵💃

Ever wanted to wear your art on your ears? Now you can! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll craft your own one-of-a-kind felted wool and beaded earrings — maybe even more if you're on a creative roll. With tools, wire, and jump rings at your fingertips, you’ll leave with bling that’s as unique as you are (and bragging rights to match).
📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: NBA&I Center for Creativity, 1533 Bendigo Blvd North, North Bend, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Make your ears jealous of themselves. Seriously. 👂✨

🎸🍷 Better Together Block Party – Rock Out with Wine Out! 🎶🍇

Crank up the volume and toast to community vibes at StoryCellars’ 3rd Annual Block Party! Featuring a fire lineup of live bands (hello, The West Coast Feed and Sedona Rose!), wine galore, and food so good it might make you cry. Bonus: it all supports Water4’s clean water mission in Africa. Did we mention BBQ and tacos too? Chef’s kiss!

📅 Date: August 14
🕔 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 19501 144th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring a chair, bring your crew, and get ready to party with a purpose! 🪩🍻

💃🎺 Shim Sham Dance Mini Workshop – Swing into Something Jazzy! 🕺🎶

Ready to dance like it's 1939? Learn the iconic Shim Sham jazz routine with Peter and Lauren — two swing legends who’ve taught this classic worldwide (yes, even with ties to the original creator!). Whether you’ve got two left feet or just need to brush off your dance shoes, this two-hour workshop brings rhythm, laughs, and some very vintage flair.
📅 Date: August 15
🕔 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: 17945 NE 65th St #100, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Dance, swing, and shimmy your way into a Friday night full of flair! 🎩🕺

Saturday Aug 16th 75°/59° 🌦️

National Tell A Joke Day

🍞🔥 Sourdough Made Simple – Rise, Shine, and Bake Some Bread! 🥖👩‍🍳

Calling all dough dreamers! Join local baking wizard Jessica Sherrow of Pennyloaf Bread Co. for a cozy crash course in sourdough alchemy. You'll demystify fermentation, shape your own beautiful boule, and walk away with a fresh loaf, proofing basket, and active starter. It's equal parts science, art, and edible therapy.
📅 Date: August 15
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center, 10819 Carnation Duvall Road Northeast, Carnation, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bake bread, make magic, and brag to your friends for weeks! 🍞✨

🥔🎶 Dranik Fest 2025 – Belarusian Vibes & Potato Pride! 🎨🎻

Grab a fork and bring your appetite—Dranik Fest is serving up crispy Belarusian potato pancakes (aka draniki), local art, soulful music, and serious festival vibes. Expect live performances, handmade crafts, and surprise guest Band 5051 to take the stage. It’s like a cozy village party exploded into full-blown joy.
📅 Date: August 16
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Arts For Hearts, 21820 Northeast 56th Street, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Taters, tunes, and total fun — don’t flake out on this one! 🥳🥔

🧙‍♀️🛍️ Eastside Alchemy Market – Magic, Makers & Mystical Merch! ✨🧁

Step into a wonderland of local magic at the Eastside Alchemy Market! From bejeweled creations to scrumptious treats, this enchanted bazaar has something for everyone — even the non-magical among us. Chat with whimsical makers, shop one-of-a-kind finds, and support small businesses that cast big creative spells.
📅 Date: August 16
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Crossroads Community Center, 16000 Northeast 10th Street, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Don’t miss your chance to shop like a wizard and sparkle like one too! 🧙‍♂️🛒

🇵🇰🎉 Pakistan Independence Day Celebration – Culture, Community & Curry! 🥁🍛

Celebrate Pakistan’s rich heritage right in the heart of Bellevue! This all-day bash is packed with music, mouthwatering food, and traditional handicrafts that showcase the soul of Pakistani culture. Whether you're looking to connect with the community or just craving delicious samosas, this festival’s got your name written all over it.
📅 Date: August 16
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Bellevue Downtown Park, 10201 NE 4th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Spice up your Saturday with a vibrant cultural celebration! 🇵🇰🕺

🎨🧠 Makerspace & Art Lab – Your Creative Playground Awaits! 🧵🖍️

Issaquah’s only makerspace is throwing open its doors for a summer full of colorful chaos — in the best way possible. Dive into painting, beading, sketching, and more with pro artists guiding you in a relaxed, social setting. Whether you're 5 or 105, there's a seat at the creative table with your name on it.
📅 Date: August 16
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Happy Time Studio, 157 Front Street North, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
No experience needed — just show up and make something magical! 🎨🎉

🖌️💨 Airbrush Techniques 102 – Paint Like a Miniature Master! 🎯🤓

Calling all miniatures fans! Join painting pro Steve on Mox Bellevue’s open-air patio for an in-depth, two-week airbrush workshop that’ll level up your model game. You’ll practice on provided minis, talk technique, and probably feel like a tiny Michelangelo by the end. Just bring your own gear and a big appetite for learning!
📅 Date: August 16
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Mox Boarding House, 13310 NE Bel Red Rd, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get ready to paint tiny things in a big way! 🎨💥

🎨🌳 ARTdoors – Creativity in the Great Outdoors! 🖌️☀️

Take your art game outside with ARTdoors — a drop-in event for makers of all kinds! Whether you're dabbling with their craft supplies or bringing your own masterpiece-in-progress, this is your chance to create in community under the sky. It's casual, it's creative, and it's 100% come-as-you-are.
📅 Date: August 16
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Lake Sammamish State Park, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring your sketchpad, your imagination, and a sunhat — let's make some open-air art! 🌞🖍️

🤘🍺 Hordefest XIII – Metal, Mayhem & More! 🎸🔥

Prepare your eardrums and raise your horns — Hordefest is back for its 13th headbanging edition! Expect a full blast of 80s heavy metal, food trucks, vendors, and an atmosphere so epic it'll melt your face (in a good way). It's free, it’s loud, and it’s ready to rock your weekend.
📅 Date: August 16
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: TRIPLEHORN BREWING, 19510 144th Ave NE, Ste E6, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
BYO earplugs and metal spirit — it’s time to thrash! 🤘🎤

🏍️💨 Eastside Throttle Fest Stunt Show – High-Octane Mayhem! 🔥🏁

Rev up for the loudest, wildest, tire-screeching show of the summer! Eastside Harley-Davidson is throwing down with pro Harley stunts, a 1,200 HP drift car demo, BBQ from Johnny Slaws, drinks, games, and giveaways. And yes, someone is attempting a donut world record. You’ll want front-row seats for this madness.
📅 Date: August 16
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Eastside Harley-Davidson, 2350 136th Pl NE, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Feel the rumble. Smell the smoke. Witness the glory. 🏍️🔥

🥕🎶 CHOMP! 2025 – Food, Fun & Farm Fresh Funk! 🌱🎤

CHOMP! is back and it's bigger, greener, and tastier than ever! This free outdoor blowout is your one-stop shop for local eats, live music, sustainability hacks, and family-friendly fun. Mingle with farmers, rock out to bands like Kim Deal and BEARAXE, and learn how to save the planet while stuffing your face.
📅 Date: August 16
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Support your local food scene — and don’t forget your reusable fork! 🥗🎉

Sunday Aug 17th 76°/58° ⛅️

National Thrift Shop Day

🌻📸 Snoqualmie Valley Sunflower Festival – Frolic in a Field of Flowers! 🌞💐

The sunflowers are in full bloom and they're ready for their close-up (and yours too)! From August 14 to September 14, the farms of Snoqualmie Valley roll out the golden carpet with bloom walks, photo ops, and flower-powered fun. Plus, don’t miss Sunflower Saturday and Sunday for peak petal partying!
📅 Date: August 14 – September 14
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM start
📍 Location: Multiple Farms across Carnation & Duvall, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Grab your camera and your cutest sunhat — this one’s an Instagram dream come true! 🌻📷

🚶‍♀️🌲 Guided Hike: Explore Taylor Mountain Forest – Forest Bathing with a Side of Facts! 🥾🍃

Calling all nature nerds! Join Kira Telgen for a peaceful 5.3-mile guided hike through Taylor Mountain’s forest trails, creeks, and quiet beauty. You’ll walk, learn, breathe fresh air, and maybe high-five a tree (they deserve it). It’s low-key, high-reward, and the perfect way to start your day.
📅 Date: August 17
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Carey Creek Trailhead, Maple Valley, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Lace up those boots and reconnect with your wild side! 🌲💚

🏛️📚 History Talk: Early Influencers – The OGs of Issaquah! 🕰️🎩

Think "influencers" only exist on TikTok? Think again! This free history talk uncovers the stories of Issaquah’s founding families — pioneers who built schools, barns, and legacies that still stand today. It’s like Ancestry.com… but way more entertaining and with fewer pop-up ads.
📅 Date: August 17
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Issaquah Train Depot, 78 1st Ave NE, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Come for the history, stay for the small-town charm and juicy backstories! 🧓📜

❄️🎨 Ice Dyeing Workshop – Coolest Craft You’ll Ever Make! 💧👕

Let it dye, let it dye! Join fiber artist Melissa Galbraith for a mesmerizing workshop in ice dyeing, where you’ll transform plain fabric into colorful, icy works of wearable art. You’ll fold, bind, sprinkle dye, and let the magic melt its way into stunning patterns — no two pieces alike!
📅 Date: August 17
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Picket Fence Art Studio, 14700 148th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Make something stunning, wearable, and ice-cold awesome! 🎨🧊

Trivia 🤔

Issaquah’s historic downtown district dates back to what decade?

Last Weeks Question and Answer:
Kirkland hosts an annual “Shakespeare in the Park” event at which location? Waverly Beach Park

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