Events
The Kiwanis Club of Issaquah: will celebrate their 80th anniversary with a community auction to benefit children. The auction will at the Hilton Garden Inn on Saturday, April 25, beginning at 5 pm. All proceeds will be returned to the community, with Eastside Baby Corner as the evening’s “Fund an Item” recipient. More info: www.issaquahkiwanis.org.
Sponge Event: Kites and Cakes. Children will have a chance to craft paper kites, decorate and eat scrumptious cupcakes, and wiggle off some energy in movement-themed mini language classes in Spanish, Mandarin, French and Japanese. Sponge, 375 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, Sunday, April 26, 10 a.m. – noon. More info: 425-274-5188 or www.spongeschool.com.
Issaquah Mayor’s Breakfast: 9-10 a.m. the second Saturday of the month. Citizens can join Issaquah Mayor Ava Frisinger for no-host breakfast and discussion. Fins Bistro, 301 Front St. N., Issaquah.
XXX Root beer Drive-in: Upcoming Car Shows: Vintage Military Vehicles Car Show, Saturday, April 25, 11 a.m. at the XXX Root beer Drive-in, 98 NE Gilman Blvd. The car show will start at 8 a.m. and there will be music and food for everyone. More info: www.triplexrootbeer.com.
Ladies Musical Club Concert: Free concert by LMC members, Sunday, April 26, 3 p.m. University House, Issaquah, at 22975 SE Black Nugget Rd. Free Admission
Saint Jude Spring Concert: April 26, 2 p.m. The Sanctuary Choir with the Contemporary Gospel Choir will perform a variety of music by Beethoven, Durufle, Rutter and Choplin along with secular and contemporary pieces, spirituals and Gospel music, solos and small ensembles. Saint Jude Catholic Church – 10526 166th Ave. NE. Info: 425-883-7685.
Hobby and Volunteer Expo: Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pickering Barn in Issaquah. Discover local clubs, hobby groups and services organizations for the whole family and enjoy the Issaquah Famers’ Market. This event is presented by the City Of Issaquah. More info: call Cathy at 425-837-3317.
Master Chorus Eastside: Night of Refreshment, featuring gourmet chocolates and fine Washington wines as well as internationally known author, actor and inspirational speaker, Bob Trask. Also, everyone will get to enjoy the vibrant, music of the eatside’s local treasure, Master Chorus Eastside. Saturday, April 25, 7 p.m. at Blakely Hall, 2550 NE Park Drive. RSVP and more info: 425-392-8446 or email masterchoruseastside@gmail.com
Life Enrichment Options: Adult Sibling Siblings of People with Disabilities Workshops. Issaquah Community Center, April 30, 6:30 to 9 p.m. To register, and more info: www.siblingsupport.org or 425-746-3039 to register.
Free Ayurveda Workshop: Fatigued, depressed, sleepless, or anxious? Tired of chasing your allergies? Are your hormones and libido suffering? Introduction to Ayurveda Workshop, Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m. 12 noon. Cost: free. Fern Life Center, 710 5th Ave NW Issaquah 98027. More info: 425-391-3376
Career Consultant Amanda Johnson: hosts “How to Find a Job in a Tough Economy; Practical Tips to Boost Your Job Search”, 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, at the Sammamish Library. An interactive evening filled with proven techniques for landing a job. Learn how to stand out in this crowded job market, expand your network and effectively market yourself.
Issaquah Valley Senior Center: Annual Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, May 9, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. The cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children under 12, plenty of pancakes, ham, eggs, coffee and juice for everyone. More info: contact Jan at 425-392-2381.
Pet Walk for Autism: Families will parade with pets in downtown Snoqualmie, starting at First Street and Northern Avenue on Saturday, April 25. Families meet up at 11 a.m. One walk starts at noon, the second at 1 p.m. The day will include face painting, a pet art area, photo shoots of pets and families, prizes and a silent auction. Items up for bid include birthday party packages, certificates to local businesses and restaurants, and spa packages. More info: www.todayshopeautism.org, to register and download a sponsorship form, or call Guinn at 425-292-0591.
Plant sale: to benefit Audubon Society: Native plants, trees, perennials and shrubs. Sunday, May 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Jan’s Herbs, 13450 N.E. 100th Street, Kirkland.
Author Robert Fulghum: will be the keynote speaker at the Providence Marianwood 9th Annual Spring Celebration Luncheon on Thursday, May 14, at Snoqualmie Ridge Golf Club. Reservations and more info: 425-391-2895.
Issaquah Tourism Round Table Event: learn how to get your business involved in tourism in the city of Issaquah. Wednesday, May 6 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Tibbett’s Creek Manor. To reserve your spot, contact Tricia Barry, 425-392-7024 or tbarry@isaquahchamber.com. This event is free.
Bike Drive: May 16 – ARAS African Bike Drive needs used adult and children’s bikes to send to Ghana. All bikes and parts are accepted except for those severely rusted. Volunteers are also sought, to prepare donated bikes for shipment to Africa. More info: 425 868 8448 or 425 836 4431. Donations are tax deductible.
Financial advisor Jana Williams: will host a free dinner seminar at 5.30 p.m., on Tuesday, May 19 at Lombardi’s Restaurant in Issaquah. The topic will be Long Term Care Insurance. RSVP by Friday, May 15 to 425-837-4686. Dinner will be provided. More info: www.edwardjones.com
Boys and Girls Club KidsBreakfast Fundraiser: May 20, at the Sahalee Country Club from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. More info: www.redmondbgc.countmein.com
Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery: is holding a fundraising rummage sale Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The non-profit organization will accept donations at the hatchery’s Watershed Science Center on Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and by appointment throughout the week of May 18-22. Donations made to FISH are tax-deductible. For more info: including a list of acceptable and unacceptable items, or to schedule a drop-off time, visit www.issaquahfish.org.
Benefits
Issaquah Food Bank: Accepts online cash donations, non-perishable food and usable clothing items (especially children’s and infants clothing). Food and clothing donations can be dropped off at 179 First Ave. S.E. Client hours: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays; 5-7 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Volunteers also needed. 425-392-4123 or 425-392-5836.
Eastside Baby Corner: needs donations of new or gently-used clothing for children (newborn to size 14), strollers, high chairs, cribs, toys, blankets, diapers and more. Donations can be dropped off at the distribution center at 1510 Maple Street NW in Issaquah, on Monday evenings from 7 – 8:30 p.m., or on Thursday mornings, 9 – 11 a.m. Volunteers, including families, groups or individuals, are all welcome to help sort and package the clothes. For more info: visit www.babycorner.org or call 425.865.0234.
Lake Washington Schools Foundation: “A Legacy for Learning” Fundraising Luncheon, Wednesday, May 13 at the Juanita High School Fieldhouse. Reservations and info: www.lwsf.org, or contact Carolyn Vaché at dvache@verizon.net.
Bike Drive: May 16 – ARAS African Bike Drive needs used adult and children’s bikes to send to Ghana. All bikes and parts are accepted except for those severely rusted. Volunteers are also sought, to prepare donated bikes for shipment to Africa. More info: 425 868 8448 or 425 836 4431.
The ISC Arsenal Blue 97 boys soccer team: will hold fundraising carwashes for the National Foundation for Transplants Washington Bone Marrow Fund for Dawn Appel on Saturday, April 25, and Saturday May 2, at the McDonald’s on the corner of East Lake Sammamish Parkway from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. On Wednesday, May 27, the team will co-host a spaghetti dinner and silent auction with students from Newport High School.
Theater
“Stunt Girl”: Until April 26. World premiere of new musical about Nellie Bly. Cost: $22-$58. Francis J. Gaudette Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah. 425-392-2202, 866-688-8049 or www.villagetheatre.org. Also: May 1-24 at Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. Cost: $16-$51. Everett tickets: 425-257-8600.
Show Boat at Village Theatre: Tickets are now available for Village Theatre’s production of Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II’s romantic masterwork, Show Boat. Featuring many of Seattle’s top actors, Show Boat opens in Issaquah on May 13 and will run until July 3. For tickets, and more info: call 425- 392-2202, or 866-688-8049, or go to www.villagetheatre.org.
Nightlife
Café Harlequin: Live music Thursdays-Saturdays. No cover. 107 Lake St., Kirkland. 425-296-1616 or www.cafeharlequin.com.
Hector’s: Live music various nights. 112 Lake St., Kirkland. www.hectorskirkland.com/events
Oddfellow’s Grill: Live music Thursdays-Sundays. Tuesdays, karaoke night; Wednesdays, jam night with Powercell. 7979 Leary Way N.E., Redmond. 425-882-7800 or www.oddfellowsgrill.com.
Pogacha of Issaquah: 8-10:30 p.m. Saturdays. Live music, no cover. Performers: April 25, Astro Cats. 120 N.W. Gilman Blvd., Issaquah. 425-455-5550 or www.pogacha.com.
Vino Bella Wine Bar: Performances 7:30-11:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Ongoing: 8-10 p.m. Wednesdays, comedy nights. 99 Front St. N., Issaquah. 425-391-1424 or www.vinobella.com.
Grimaldi’s Coffee House: Live Performances / Upcoming Events, Friday, April 24, Three on the Tree from 7 to 10 p.m. – Saturday, April 25, Mercedes Silva from 8 to 10 p.m. – Sunday, April 26, Robin Kutz from 3 to 5 p.m. – Monday, April 27, Open Mic Music, sign-up is at 7 p.m. and music is from 7:30 to 9 p.m. More info: 425-761-8149
Dance
Cameo/Carrabba dance: Classes available in tap dancing, dance exercise, jazz, hip hop and ballet. Call for location. 425-483-4272 or www.cameodance.com.
Clogging: 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays. It’s like “Riverdance”; fast, fun and no partner needed. Beginners, 6 p.m.; intermediate, 7 p.m.; advanced, 8 p.m. Cost: $40 per six-week session. ClogJam Clogging Club. Redmond Senior Center, 8703 160th. Ave. N.E., Redmond. 425-556-2314 or www.clogjam-Washington.com.
Dance Sanctuary: 8 p.m. the second Saturday of the month. Lightly facilitated, freestyle dancing in a substance-free environment. Features world music, drumming, rock, electronica, pop and more. Enso Center, 8708 196th Ave. N.E., Redmond. 425-881-8598 or DanceSanctuary@gmail.com.
Swing dance lessons: Mondays-Fridays. Lessons in Lindy Hop, jitterbug, balboa and collegiate shag for all ages offered in small group classes and private lessons. Cost: $65 for six weeks. 425-891-1443 or www.alleycatsswing.com/calendar.
Yoga Trance Dance: 7:15-8:45 p.m. the second and last Fridays of the month. Playful style of yoga leads to a creative free flow dance. Cost: $15; free for ages 14 and younger. Flow Yoga of Redmond, 15744 Redmond Way, Redmond.
Readings/Books
RASP Reading Series: 7 p.m. the last Saturday of the month. Free reading series sponsored by Redmond Association of SPokenword. Featured readers: March 28, Rebecca Hoogs; April 25, Kunle Oguneye. Tully’s Coffee, 8862 161st Ave. N.E., Redmond. www.rasp.cc.
SoulFood Poetry Night: 7-9:30 p.m. every third Thursday. Includes two featured readers and an open-mic reading. SoulFood Books Cafe, 15748 Redmond Way, Redmond. 425-881-5309 or www.soulfoodbooks.com.
Galleries/Exhibits
ArtEAST: Art collective presents new “Collective Works” exhibits the first Friday of each month. Hours: 11-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays. UP Front Art, 48 Front St. N., Issaquah. 425-996-8553 or www.arteast.org.
Rhino Studios & Gallery: Hours: Noon-6 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays; noon-7 p.m. Fridays; noon-5 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. 195 Front St. N., Studio B, Issaquah. 425-392-5040 or www.rhinostudios.net.
Classes
Chinese culture class: 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays; 12:30-2 p.m. Thursdays. Come taste Chinese tea, learn about Chinese culture and history, and learn to speak and write Chinese. Cost: By donation. Registration required for limited space. Location: Trassachs, Sammamish. 425-427-2742 or pguo56@yahoo.com.
“Free for All” scrapbooking classes: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays. New project each week. Visit store or see Web site for supply list and project preview. Cost: Free. The Mad Scrapper, 1590 N.W. Gilman Blvd., Issaquah. 425-427-8871 or www.madscrapper.com.
Family
Cougar Mountain Zoological Park: Zoo is home to cougars, reindeer, cranes, macaws, emu, lemurs, alpaca, wallabies and tigers. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. Admission: $8-$10.50; free for children 1 and younger and members. 19525 S.E. 54th St., Issaquah. 425-392-6278 or www.cougarmountainzoo.org.
Libraries/Books
Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way. 425-392-5430 or www.kcls.org. Library activities include:
Programs for Children and Families: Young Toddler Story Times, Wednesday, April 29, 10 and 11 a.m. Ages 12 to 24 months with adult.
Library Card Contest, April 1 – 30, children and teens, design the next KCLS library card! Details at your library or online, www.kcls.org/librarycardcontest.
Free Play, Every day. All ages welcome. Stop by the library to play Nintendo DS games. If you’re age 14 and older, bring your ID. If you’re under age 14, bring an adult with an ID.
Preschool Story Times, Monday, April 27, 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 28, 1 p.m. Ages 3 to 6 with adult.
Spanish Story Times, Monday, April 27, 7 p.m.
Toddler Story Times, Tuesday, April 28, 11 a.m., Thursday, April 30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 3 with adult
Programs for Seniors: Teens & Seniors Knitting Book Group, Wednesday, April 29, 2:30 p.m. Teens and senior citizens are invited to share knitting skills, tips, techniques and conversation over refreshments. Registration required.
Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. N.E. 425-836-8793 or www.kcls.org. Library activities include:
Groups
Eastgate Expounders Toastmasters Club: Noon Tuesdays. The President’s Distinguished Club. Exponent Conference Room, 15375 S.E. 30th Place, Suite 250, Bellevue. www.eastgateexpounders.org.
Eastside Genealogical Society: 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. All are welcome to attend and learn how to search for family. Also: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays and 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays, genealogy help offered. Bellevue Regional Library, 1111 110th Ave. N.E., Bellevue. 425-747-6926 or www.rootsweb.com/~wakcegs/.
Eastside Quilters: 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 2650 148th Ave. S.E., Bellevue. 425-643-9742 or www.eastsidequilters.com.
Haiku Northwest: 7-9 p.m. the first Thursday of the month. Haiku sharing and discussion group. All are welcome. Contact coordinator via Web site to confirm location. Often (not always) at Bellevue Regional Library, 1111 110th Ave. N.E., Bellevue. 206-240-0871 or http://hometown.aol.com/WelchM/Haiku-Northwest.html.
Issaquah Amateur Radio Club: 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month. Open to anyone, licensed or not, who is interested in Ham Radio. Issaquah Valley Senior Citizens Center, 75 N.E. Creek Way, Issaquah.
Issaquah Guild of the Children’s Hospital: 11 a.m. the third Thursday of the month. New members welcome. 765 Rainier Blvd. N., Issaquah.
Issaquah Kiwanis: Noon Wednesdays. Gibson Hall, 105 Newport Way S.W. 425-392-4016 or www.issaquah.kiwanis.org.
Issaquah Quilters: 10 a.m.-noon the second Friday of the month. Visitors welcome. The Community Church of Issaquah, 205 Mountain Park Blvd., Issaquah.
Issaquah Rotary: 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays. Tibbetts Creek Manor, 750 17th Ave. N.W., Issaquah. www.issaquahrotary.org.
La Leche League of the Sammamish Plateau: 10 a.m. the third Thursday of the month. Mothers with nursing babies and mothers-to-be welcome. Meeting room at Issaquah Highlands Fire Station 73, 1280 N.E. Park Drive, Issaquah. 425-605-0837, 425-827-6843, lll.tsf@gmail.com or sherylbatt@verizon.net.
MOMS Club of Sammamish Plateau: Activities include weekly age-specific playgroups and monthly meetings, coffee mornings, moms’ nights out, craft club and local area outings. 425-836-5015 or www.momsclubsammamish.org.
Mothers and More Sammamish/Redmond chapter: 7 p.m. the first Thursday of the month. Members participate in scrap-booking, book club, movies out, Clutter Club, kids play groups and more. See Web site for details, locations. www.redmondmothersandmore.org.
Eastside Mothers and More: Meeting and presentation, Saturday April 25, 9 a.m. “Keeping Kids Safe in Today’s World; Without Scaring Them or You!” Not church affiliated. East Shore Unitarian Church: North Room, 12700 SE 132nd St Bellevue. More info: www.eastsidemothersandmore.org.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS): 9:30-11:30 a.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Moms enjoy brunch, fellowship, speakers and crafts. Childcare provided. Registration requested. Sammamish Presbyterian Church, 22522 N.E. Inglewood Hill Road. www.spconline.org/pages/Ministry/Childrens/MOPS.html.
Networking meeting: 4-5:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. Second floor conference room at Meadow Creek Professional Center, 22525 S.E. 64th Place, Issaquah. 425 652-1413.
Rotary Club of Sammamish: 7:30 a.m. Thursdays. Bellewood Retirement Apartments, 3710 Providence Point Drive S.E. 206-940-9098 or www.sammamishrotary.org.
Sammamish Area Woman’s Club: 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month. Club is a General Federation of Women’s Club Cascade Woman’s Club. Members participate in volunteer projects in the local area. New members welcome. Meetings in members’ homes; call for location. 425-898-8603.
Sammamish Kiwanis Club: 7 a.m. Wednesdays. Breakfast is provided and all are welcome. Sammamish Hills Lutheran Church, 22818 S.E. Eighth St. 425-922-3861.
Soroptimist International of Bellevue Metropolitan: 6 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at 16701 N.E. 79th St., Redmond. Also: Noon the forth Wednesday of the month at Bellevue Regional Library, 1111 110th Ave. N.E., Bellevue. 425 830-6538.
Toastmasters of Sammamish: 7:15-8:15 p.m. Tuesdays. Room 121 at Mary Queen of Peace Church, 1121 228th Ave. S.E., Sammamish. 425-894-3424, tmofsamm@yahoo.com or www.tmofsamm.org.
Writing Group: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Meet with other writers to discuss your work and sip tea. Tiger Mountain Tea Company, Gilman Village, 317 N.W. Gilman Blvd., Suite 47, Issaquah. 425-941-2559.
Public Meetings
Issaquah
Issaquah City Hall South is located at 130 E. Sunset Way. For city information, visit www.ci.issaquah.wa.us.
Cemetery Board: 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of the month. Coho Room, second floor of City Hall. 425-837-3335.
City Council: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. City Hall South-Council Chambers.
Development Commission: 7 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month. City Hall South-Council Chambers. 425-837-3090.
Park Board: 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month. Issaquah Trails House, 110 Bush St. 425-837-3315.
Planning Policy Commission: 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. City Hall South-Council Chambers.
River and Streams Board: 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Pickering Room of City Hall N.W., 1775 12th Ave. N.W. 425-837-3094.
Sister Cities Commission: 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Eagle Room at City Hall. 425-837-3004.
Sammamish
Sammamish City Hall is located at 801 228th Ave. S.E.
For city information, call 425-295-0500 or visit www.ci.sammamish.wa.us.
City Council: Meets at the Council Chambers at Sammamish City Hall. 425-295-0511.
Parks and Recreation Commission: 6:30 p.m., second Wednesday. Sammamish City Hall. 425-295-0580.
Planning Commission: Meets at the Council Chambers at Sammamish City Hall. 425-295-0525.
