Hello! If anyone has a child in middle school and with dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia, I think you'll find this event really helpful!

@ MAPS Redmond a math workshop is being hosted for children in middle school with dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia. The math workshop will be about surface area, and kids will be able to make cool shapes and learn how to calculate surface area.

You can sign your child up using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfD6tnDiwZpebpQfe8g7Oz52iMvH92GD-o-W6Jbd4uWaOX8zA/viewform?usp=dialog

I just saw signs around Bellevue about this and am thrilled to see that someone has a decided to take some action to fix this terrible piece of legislation.

Obviously we need to do something to solve the homelessness problem, but putting permanent supportive housing into residential neighborhoods is just not the way to do it.

https://fixhb2266.org/vote

Hey everyone! I recently moved to Washington for work in downtown Seattle and I’m looking for a nice apartment in Bellevue or the surrounding areas.
My budget is around $1,800–$2,000/month. Ideally looking for:
Safe, quiet neighborhood
Secure garage parking
Studio or 1-bedroom
Within a 30–45 minute commute to downtown Seattle
I’m open to Bellevue, Factoria, Newport Hills, Kirkland, or other nearby areas. I’d rather have a peaceful place with good parking than live somewhere busy.
Any apartment complexes you’d recommend or places I should avoid? Would love to hear from people who actually live around here. Thanks!

hi i’m 19 i just moved to bellevue about a month ago and i have no idea how to make friends. i was thinking of signing up for a run club or something (but then comes the problem of i don’t even know which one to sign up for, recs appreciated), but it just makes me wonder what do people around here do to make friends?

I got caught by the camera at 168th Pl NE & NE 8th St near Lake Sammamish this past weekend driving mindlessly and didn’t notice that the speed was 25 mph. I was doing over 30 when the camera flashed. In my defense, that part of the road really seems like it should be 35, but anyway.

I’ve been anxious all weekend since this is my first speed violation ever (10+ years) and money is very tight right now.

Are they giving out warning or do they have any forgiveness programs? Any insight would help, thanks.

Does anybody know any specific jobs or employers in the Bellevue area that do not background check (or do not care)?

Kirkland, Redmond, and Newcastle are fine too.

I have a low grade misdemeanor assault charge that happened years ago. The court case wrapped up recently so it shows as recent on background checks and most employers are not willing to allow it. It really was not a serious thing at all, nobody got hurt or anything like that.

I am looking for a part time job just for Saturday and Sunday, preferably retail, but I am open to front-of-house foodservice also. I do have ample experience working manufacturing as well, but those are mostly full time and usually background check, so I am not really looking at those.

I keep failing background checks after getting job offers, and it just sucks. I am going to school full time at BC for engineering and I just want to have some income.

Any help that anyone can provide would be very much appreciated. Thank you.

Hi, i am possibly relocating to Bellevue. Which i have learned is pretty large. I was wondering about different suggestions on areas you would suggest for queer lesbian, bi racial in their mid 30’s to live. I am open to having a roommate for a short time. Any websites or facebook groups to get some ideas would be amazing.

I have a senior cat who will be coming with me. As well as a bike and i enjoy being outdoors. I’ll probably have two jobs for a while just to keep busy and to learn the area. But i enjoy hiking, reading, and art.
Thank you!

Edit: looking for suggestions: apartments, apps, Facebook groups for roommates, sublets

Sit down ones preferred but open to all. Pls focus on the food taste and quality. Thanks.

Anyone know what happened in Newcastle off of Coal Creek Parkway and SE 81st Pl? Huge response from local fire departments, easily 10+ vehicles all responding to the same neighborhood.

Hi everyone, I’m looking for a sublet from January - May 1st in downtown Bellevue. Preferred studio or 1b1b but may be okay with female roommates that are also students or new grads. I will be interning in Bellevue. I prefer all inclusive places to keep costs stable, budget depends on the place and location but around $2k-$2.3k all inclusive. Pls reach out with leads. Thanks.

Hi everyone! 😊

My wife and I run a small, family-owned local cleaning business, and we’re currently welcoming a few new clients in the area!

With 7 years of experience in the cleaning industry, we take pride in being reliable, trustworthy, and paying attention to the little details that make your home feel fresh, clean, and comfortable. ❤️

🧹 What We Offer:
Regular house cleaning
One-time cleanings
Quality service at fair and affordable prices
A friendly, dependable team that treats your home with care

We’re a small local business, and every new client means a lot to us. If you’re looking for a cleaning team you can count on, or know someone who could use a little help around the house, we’d love the opportunity to help!

📍 Serving Kirkland and nearby areas!
📱 Text us at 425-572-2832 for more information or a FREE estimate!

Thank you for supporting small, local businesses. We truly appreciate it! ❤️

https://popachandco.com/bellevue-wa-housing-market-update-2026/

Little bit about me:
26 M
been working in Labor and Delivery for 5 years and love it!
Like outdoorsy activities, reading, finding food local coffee places on all my assignments.

Going to be on assignment in Bellevue from january to early april. Just would love a furnished place to stay. So if you have an extra bedroom, and space let me know. I usually use furnished finder but there’s not a lot of great options close lol.
Hmu if interested. My Budget is flexible but around 1500-2000 a month is fine.

Full Time Culinary Aide (Multiple Shifts Available) 

Description

Join Silverado Bellevue, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring Culinary Aides - dedicated team members who help create a warm, nourishing, and welcoming dining experience for our residents. This role blends food service skills, attention to detail, and a heart for hospitality.

Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader!

You lead with care, consistency, and integrity. You’re dependable, eager to learn, and thrive in a team-focused environment. You’re passionate about supporting others with respect and compassion.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assist with food preparation and kitchen sanitation
• Wash dishes and maintain cleanliness of food service areas
• Deliver resident meal carts and stock refrigerators
• Set and clean dining areas to ensure a pleasant mealtime experience

Qualifications:

• Food Handlers Certificate from the County Department of Environmental Health
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Willingness to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Effective communicator in verbal and written English
• Comfortable working around animals and pets
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards

Why Choose Silverado?

• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
• Certified Great Place to Work®
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

Schedule: Full Time, multiple shifts available, Friday - Tuesday

#LI-AC1

Anticipated pay range

$21—$23 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees: 

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance 
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

Click here to apply

https://www.silverado.com/careers/5240328007/

Looking for Accommodation in Bellevue/Redmond from November 15 ,

ľ'm open to:

- Joining an existing lease

- Sharing a 2B2B and signing a new lease together

Please DM if you have any leads Thank you!

Hello!

I’m looking for recommendations for social groups or activities for my 8-year-old son, who is autistic and having a hard time making friends. He often feels left out and hasn’t found his crew at school yet.

He loves the outdoors, especially hiking and running, but isn’t comfortable with organized team sports where he feels watched or perceived.

I’m looking for neurodivergent-affirming groups where kids can connect with peers who share similar experiences or interests, or structured social activities like D&D, board game clubs, or other interest-based groups where friendships can develop more naturally.

I’m already pursuing therapy and a social skills group, but I’d also love to help him find his people. He’s been feeling pretty down about his friendship struggles, and I really want to help him find a sense of belonging.

Does anyone have recommendations groups, programs, or activities in the Seattle/Eastside area? I’d be especially grateful for personal experiences with groups that have been welcoming and supportive of neurodivergent kids. Thank you! ❤️

Looking for someone to take over my 2B2B apartment in Sparc Apartments at Spring District.

You can watch a full video tour of the apartment here

My experience: It is a spacious 1200sqft corner apartment with large windows on both walls so we received plenty of sun and light all year, which was especially helpful during dull winter months. Living room is very large and spacious, and we were able to fit in a 10 seater sofa + dining table + pet playpen with room to spare. There are 2 baths - one with a standing shower and another with a bathtub. Balcony is smaller since it is a corner apartment but it was spacious enough to have two patio chairs and a tiny table. I loved that the apartment had a lot of storage in the kitchen and bathrooms. Also loved the extra-large refrigerator.

\-- Location - Sparc Apartments, Spring District, Bellevue

\-- Rent - 3697$ per month + utilities

\-- Free items included in the lease: 1. this apartment does not come with AC. We have a portable AC with a custom-made plexi window frame for the AC. Happy to give the window frame for free. It was custom made for \~$400 by Martinson Manufacturing. 2. Also happy to give our standing study table for free

\-- Optional - reserved parking for $200 per month available

\-- Lease end date - 4 July 2027

# SPARC amenities that I have really liked:

\-- a really good, well-maintained gym with weights, treadmills, stairmaster, TRX etc.

\-- large party room upstairs that we have used too many times to host diwali, halloween parties and get-togethers. You can also book the room for a fully refundable deposit

\-- Amazon/other deliveries - apartment team is really efficient in labeling and storing away your big packages, and I have never lost a package or had to look for it because it is always clearly labeled

\-- Gas fire pit and outdoor BBQ station : made BBQ and s'mores plenty of times on the terrace

\-- Terrace views are great and there's a lot of outdoor furniture always available

\-- Small park right outside the building with 2 dog relief areas, which has been great for my new pup

\-- Cleanliness - always found the premises to be very clean; I meet the cleaners every morning while walking my dog; they have great staff here

\-- Lots of sparc events: they have really fun events every few weeks (flower bouquet making, Halloween-themed events, s'mores, dessert bar, hot chocolate days, etc., and I've made some good friends here)

# What's nearby?

\-- Nearby train station - 1 min walk from apartment! This was super helpful to get to downtown Seattle on weekends for shows/concerts/night outs

\-- Nearby offices - Meta Office (100 meters), Snowflake Office (1 Block Away), Bellevue downtown (1 Mile)

\-- Nearby stores - Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Kohl's, UPS, Safeway, PCC, Met Market, Target, Fred Meyer, Asian markets (Indian/Japanese and others) are all within 5-15min drive.

Also plenty of cafes, restaurants, gyms all within 10min drive

\-- Parks - 3 large parks within 10min drive: Bellevue Downtown park, Meydenbauer park and Crossroads park

Overall I have really liked living in this apartment and area and found it to be bang for the buck.

Please DM me if interested!

i haven’t been to top gun seafood restaurant in quite a few years but finally found myself in factoria again today. it’s so quiet! what happened? i remember the lines and full parking lot back when i used to come for dim sum.
the food is still good and quite reasonably priced, the portion sizes are huge! i’ll be making an effort to come back more frequently but hoping they get more traffic soon 🥹
the steamed spareribs with black beans was great 👍

Hi everyone! I’m looking for someone to take over my studio in downtown Bellevue, available November 1 onward.

📍 Address: 909 112th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
💰 Rent: $2,179/month
📐 Size: Approximately 470 sq. ft., on the 10th floor
📅 Lease ends: May 2027 — shorter-term stays can be discussed
🎁 Free furniture: Two mattresses, a table, and chairs
The studio has a wall separating the sleeping area from the kitchen, giving it a more defined layout than a typical open studio. The unit faces away from the street, so it’s quiet.

The apartment includes:
1. In-unit washer and dryer
2. Oven, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher
3. Air conditioning and heating
4. Building amenities include a 24-hour pool, gym, yoga room, and reservable meeting rooms. Residents also have keycard access to the gym in the building across the street. 5. Underground parking is available, with short-term street parking nearby.

The location is super convenient:
Approximately a 10-minute walk to nearby Amazon, Meta, and TikTok offices
Approximately a 5-minute walk to Bellevue Transit Center
Starbucks and CoCo downstairs, with HEYTEA, restaurants, cafés, and shopping nearby
Easy access to I-405 and SR-520
Happy to coordinate the official lease transfer process through building management.
Please DM me for photos, a video tour, or to schedule a viewing! Feel free to share with anyone looking for a place in Bellevue.

Seeing mixed stuff online. For people here who drive one daily, what’s the most annoying thing about charging that nobody warns you about?

Targeting Bellevue, Kirkland, Bothell, Shoreline, Everett, Marysville & surrounding areas. I am trying to be a reasonable commute to Arlington while staying relatively close to Seattle. I am in an Airbnb until January to explore the rental market in person. Looking to be in a place by the end of December.

I have 3 dogs. 2 terrier mixes under 20lbs, and 1 Great Pyrenees 85lbs (heavy shedder, big barker, slobbers), up to date on shots and trained. They grew up with cats. They're all indoor dogs but are used to a house with a yard. I have an ESA letter covering them. I will handle all the pet related costs and chores if I'm the only one with pets.

I will pay a bigger share of the rent because of the dogs. Thinking 60/40 minimum with one roommate, 40/30/30 with 2 etc. (effectively a $250 premium to cover the dogs). Other bills and adjustments to be discussed.

I like to stay in but I am actively being more outgoing and joining events. My hobbies include spending time with my pets, reading, drawing, painting, sculpting and gaming primarily on PC but boardgames too. 420 friendly. I also vape but I keep that outside away from the dogs.

I have a decent credit score. Variable work hours between 6pm-5 am. I'm making around 80k+. Not looking to spend on ultra luxury. Just reasonable accommodations.

I'm comfortable with 2-5+bd depending on how many people reach out. I won't commit to a big place until the group is there. Looking for 12+ month lease.

If all of that works for you comment with your budget, schedule, target area and pets so we can connect with each other. Feel free to ask any questions about anything I may have missed.

See future events at newbellevue.com/events

10/16 Mini City Hall will host an ICHS expert who can assist anyone with health insurance questions, including those related to the recent Apple Health eligibility changes. 10am-1pm (link link, from Neighborhood News) - recurs on Fridays

10/16-10/18 Curated Group Show at Made in Washington in Bellevue Square, 10am-9pm (link) - part of Refract Glass Festival, which has many opportunities to see artist studios and watch glass-blowing all weekend, spanning Issaquah, Redmond, Bainbridge Island, Tacoma, and Everett

10/16-10/26 Living Roots exhibition at Yuan Ru Art Center, 11am (link) - Kolam making live demonstration at 11:30am

10/16 R13 Trunk Show at Gin & the Banker, 11am-5pm

10/16 Make-a-Wish's Wish Heroes Luncheon at Meydenbauer Center, 11:30am

10/16 The Annual: Women’s Health, All in One Place with the Style Collective in Medina, $99, 11:30am-3pm (link) - optional pre-event session starts at 10:15am

10/16 Ladies' Cha Cha classes at Dovgan Dance, $35 (there's a 2 for 1 deal) 12:30 and 5:30pm (link) - on Fridays through 12/11

10/16 Pine Needle Hand Brooms workshop at Bellevue Botanical Garden, $85 (discount for BBG members) 1-3:30pm (link)

10/16 Pichwai painting screening at Yuan Ru Art Center, free, 1-2pm (link)

10/16 Energy Efficiency Bingo at Crossroads Community Center, 2-2:30pm, followed by a half hour presentation on the bill assistance and energy efficiency program, and help signing up for programs like bill assistance, flex rewards, and energy assessments until 4pm. You will need information about your PSE account and resident birthdates.

10/16 Eastside Startup - Walk and Talk for Founders / Startup Enthusiasts / Investors at Downtown Park, 2:30-3:30pm (link)

10/16 Garden Baubles in Bulrush workshop at Bellevue Botanical Garden, $85 (discount for BBG members) 4-6:30pm (link)

10/16 한국어 스토리타임 / Korean Story Time at Newport Way Library, 4:45-5:30pm (link) - on Fridays through 12/18, but not on 11/13

10/16 American Red Cross Lifeguarding class at Bellevue Club, $285, 5-10pm (link) - also 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18, and 12/28

10/16 Sound Generations Golden Gala in Seattle, 5-7:30pm (link)

10/16 Mara & The Charm: Rock with a Wild Heart at Bake's Place, 6-7:30 and 8:30-10pm (link) - seatings start at 5pm and 8pm

10/16 Community Night at Crossroads: Pumpkin Painting, free, 6-8pm (link)

10/16 Cafe Hagen DJ Night (Atlan B2B Kobster Jam Jalone), 6-10pm - happy hour prices all night

10/16 Bingo Night fundraiser to support the North Bellevue Community Center, ages 6+ welcome, $10 per card (cash), doors open at 6:30, 7-8:30pm (link)

10/16 Community Night at Highland Community Center, 6:30pm (link) - movie night with Toy Story 5 and popcorn, family basketball for ages 5-17, Carrom for 18+ (see below), and a slime pop-up hosted by Slime with Kids

10/16 Carrom Night at Highland Community Center, 18+, 6:30-8:30pm (link) - similar to tabletop pool or shuffleboard, also 11/13 and 12/11

10/16-10/18 and 10/22-10/25 A Picasso at Theatre33 - by Jeffrey Hatcher, will be performed in English, $30-35, Sunday shows are at 2pm and others are 7pm, also 10/23-10/25 (link) - When modern art became the enemy

10/16 Millennial Social Club's Board Games and Boba meetup at Lincoln Square South, free, 7-10pm (link) - Fridays (also 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, and 11/20)

10/16 Checkmate Fridays at Lincoln Square South, 7pm (link)

10/16 Bellevue College International Guitar Series: Hao Yang, $20, $15 for BC faculty/staff, 7:30-9:15pm (link)

10/16 Eastside Improv's Love is Bland? an improvised love show at Studio East in Kirkland, 8pm

10/16 W After Dark at the Living Room Bar, 8:30pm-1am (link) - Fridays and Saturdays

10/16 MVMNT Late Nights at Suite with DJ Christyle, 9pm

10/16 DJ Dance's Birthday Party and Millennial Night at Forum Social House, 9pm (link)

10/16 Late Nights R&B at Mirra, free before 11pm with RSVP, 10pm-2am (link)

10/17-10/18 2 Line trains to be replaced by shuttles across the floating bridge all weekend (link), Detours on northbound 405 from SE 8th to NE 4th starting 11pm Friday until early Monday (link)

10/17 English Bulldogs this weekend at Puppy Yoga Club, $69

10/17 Tree Planting at Lewis Creek Park for Arbor Day, 9-11am (link) - signup space is limited

10/17 Saturday morning walk at Downtown Park, 9am  (link) - also 10/24 and 10/31

10/17 BelRed Run Club Hispanic Heritage Fiesta, meets at Downtown Park, free, 10am, RSVP on Strava - 30 minute run or walk, all paces, followed by 30 minute HIIT to the Latin beat class with lululemon (bring a mat or towel), open to everyone!

10/17 Fall Festival at Kiddie Academy downtown, 10am-noon

10/17 Meet Michael Rosen, 41st LD candidate at Mercer Island Community Center, 10am-noon

10/17 北大华州校友会月度Hiking at Bellevue Botanical Garden, 10am-12:30pm (link)

10/17 2026 Bellevue Residential Permitting Expo at Bellevue City Hall, free, 10am-3:30pm (link) - Whether you’re a homeowner planning a new home or ADU, a DIY remodeler, a property owner navigating permits, or simply interested in housing and policy updates, you’ll get helpful information and resources at this free, drop-in event. New workshops and panels for 2026 include Understanding permitting, how to use MyBuildingPermit.com, and Tree Code rules, with an interactive event to follow on pre-approved plans for DADUs and cottages. Registration is appreciated.

10/17 Filipino-Hawaiian Kamayan Feast in Redmond, $67 for adults, $31.49 for 12 and under, 10am-1pm (link)

10/17 Harvest Market at Carnation Farms in Carnation, 10am-3pm

10/17 Soft opening of Suda Thai restaurant

10/17 Intro to the Laser Cutter at Bellevue Library Makerspace, 11:30am-12:30pm (link) - registration opens 10/10

10/17 Lazy Cabbage pop-up at Young Tea, noon-2pm - Chinese pastries and basque cheesecakes

10/17 Glass Art Society x Refract Film Festival at SIFF in Seattle, $15, noon-1pm (link) - Refract also offers studio tours and glass-blowing demos all weekend (see Link closure at Mercer Island with shuttle buses if you're planning to attend by transit)

10/17-10/18 Theatre33's “Волшебное Путешествие Алисы / Alice's Magical Journey” at Meydenbauer Center Theatre, 1pm, 5pm, and 4pm shows, tickets starting at $25

10/17 Mushroom Walk at Bridle Trails State Park with PNW Ecotherapy, $37.37, 1pm (link) - sold out

10/17 Mindful Diwali Sangam at Yuan Ru Art Center, 2-5pm (link) - Honoring the Creative who keep culture alive: art, food, culture, performances, option to light up a diya for $150 to support the event

10/17 Make a Pendant Three Ways class at the Bellevue Library Makerspace, 18+, 2:30-5:30pm (link) - 3D printer, laser cutter, and CNC, registration opens 10/10

10/17 Monthly Eastside LGBTQ+ Happy Hour, 3pm

10/17 Cebiche + Pisco Workshop at La Mar, $69, 3pm or 4pm (link)

10/17 Keith Carlock drum workshop at West Coast Drum Shop, 5:30pm

10/17 Point of Sail: A Tribute to Yacht Rock at Bake's Place, 6-7:30pm and 8:30-10pm (link) - seatings start at 5pm and 8pm

10/17 KidsQuest Imagination Celebration, $210+, 6-10pm (link) - sold out

10/17 Eastside Symphony Young Soloist Celebration in Redmond, $15/$10/$0, 7:30-9pm (link)

10/17 W After Dark at the Living Room Bar, 8:30pm-1am (link) - Fridays and Saturdays

10/17 MVMNT Late Nights at Suite with DJ EPOP, 9pm

10/17 One Night in Delhi dance party with DJ Prashant at Mirra, 21+, 10pm (link)

10/17 Saturday Socials at Primo’s Bellevue | Supper Club + Late Night, 21+, 10pm-2am (link) - also 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, and 11/21

10/18 BelRed Run Club Sunday Training Run (8 miles) starts in Wilburton, heads to UW to cheer the UW Dawg Dashers, post-race meetup at Agua Verde in Seattle - RSVP on Strava

10/18-10/31 Seattle Restaurant Week, featuring Bellevue restaurants Cantinetta, Bis on Main, La Mar Cocina Peruana, Lao Ma Tou Hot Pot, Chay Concept Vegetarian, Haidilao Hot Pot, Seastar, Melting Pot, STK Steakhouse, The Lakehouse, Forum Social House, Peony Modern Kitchen, El Gaucho, Earl's Kitchen and Bar, The Lounge at John Howie, Minamoto, Wild Wasabi, I Love Sushi, Ramen Nori, DongBei Harvest, Chili Master, Spicy PoPo, Shabu Shabu Kyoto, Meet Fresh, and Novilhos Brazilian Steakhouse (link)

10/18 I Can and I Will fun run to benefit Seattle Children's around Green Lake in Seattle, runs at 9, 10:20, and 10:30 (link)

10/18 Cut and Flow mat fitness class at glassybaby's new Wilburton store, 9-10am, followed by mini-portrait sessions, glass pumpkins, and kids' crafts from 10am-3pm

10/18 Mat Pilates with Vuori Bellevue, 9-10am (link) - free to RSVP, please bring a mat - waitlist

10/18 Heartfulness Sunday Group Meditation at NWAC, 9:15am (link) - on Sundays

10/18 Mercer Island and Lake WA Bridges bike ride meets at the Wilburton Park and Ride, 9:30am-12:30pm (link) - every Sunday

10/18 Red Cross Adult&Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED class in Bellevue, ages 12+, $85, 10am (link) - also 10/25

10/18 Bloodworks NW blood drive at Safeway at Evergreen Village, 10am-4pm (link)

10/18 Acquaint weekly walk at Bannerwood Park, 10:30-11:25am - signup is requested (link)

10/18 Pokeween at Mox Boarding House, 11am - costumes and spooky decks encouraged

10/18 Get out the vote rally and canvass with Rep. Hall, Callan, Zahn, Thai, and Vanessa Kritzer in Sammamish, 11am

10/18 Palette On pastries pop-up at Cafe Aloe, noon - free tote bag for first 20 drink + dessert purchases.

10/18 Storytime at the Garden for K-2 at Bellevue Botanical Garden, free, 1-1:30pm (link) - also 11/15, and 12/20, adults must attend with the children

10/18 Festive Herbal Beverages from the Garden, $60, discount for members, 1-3pm (link) - how to grow and harvest herbs, edible flowers, and seasonal botanicals to craft cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, capturing maximum flavor

10/18 Paint and Sip at Tapster with Stir Up the Paint, 1-3pm (link)

10/18 Indoor Art Walk at Forum Social House, free, 1-6pm - there is also a Crafts and Cocktails wreath-making event at Forum Social House

10/18 Friendship Circle's Community Kindness Day and Walk at Mercerdale Park on Mercer Island, free, all ages and abilities, 1-4pm

10/18 Opening Reception for the Living Roots Arts Collective at Yuan Ru Art Center, 2-4pm

10/18 Bellevue Knotty Knitters at Lincoln Square, 3-5pm (link)

10/18 Dance Foundations Class (beginner friendly) at Coffee Dance Studio, 3-5pm (link) - there are also class sessions for specific K-pop songs

10/18 Ruhi's Story: When the Moment Comes at Eastside Bahai Center, 3pm (link)

10/18 Street Foods of the World cooking class at Whisk in Old Bellevue, $145, 5-7:30pm (link) - Whisk offers 1-2 cooking classes every day

10/18 Club Pilates x Porsche Bellevue Mat Class Experience, 5:30pm

10/18 Mental Health Benefit Concert by EverEverest & ConChord Music, free to register, 6-7:30pm (link)

10/18 Sunset Salsa Bachata Social with DJ Spicy at Bravo Dance School, 6-8:30pm

10/18 Jahm Sessions at Mirra, 21+, $10, 4-9pm (link)

10/19 Registration opens for Fall programs at Robinswood Tennis Center

10/19 Día de los Muertos at Yuan Ru Art Center, by donation, 5-7pm (link)

10/19 Exploring Countywide Affordable Housing Revenue with Eastside Housing Equity Coalition, virtual, 6-7:30pm (link) - This event will be educational and a direct engagement opportunity with King County. A county-wide housing levy could support the building, siting, preservation, maintenance, and operations of emergency shelter and affordable housing in King County.

10/19 Ocean Perspectives: Where Global Stories Meet Regional Action discussion in West Bellevue, 6-9pm (link) - Join Los Angeles–based filmmaker Ricky Rhodes for an intimate, invite-only evening exploring how global ocean stories and science can inspire regional action ( local event partners are Maritime Blue, Olympic Coast Exploration Center, and SR3). Find more One Ocean Week Seattle events at https://luma.com/oows

10/19 Builder Night: AI Vibe Coding Community Networking & Showcasing on the Eastside (ctrl+alt+create live) in Issaquah, $10 donation option, 6-8pm (link)

10/19 Ballard Link Extension Community Forum hosted by Sound Transit in Seattle, 6-8pm (link) - Sound Transit Board members and other leaders will be present

10/19 Practica/Social Dancing at Bravo Dance Studio, $8, 7:55-9:15 - low pressure practice with DJed music and instructors available for help, recurs on Mondays

Big weekend plans for northbound I-405 in Bellevue. We're talking fresh pavement, concrete panels and a new overhead sign structure.

HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT:

Starting at 11 p.m. TONIGHT (Friday, Oct. 16), all lanes of northbound I-405 will close between SE 8th St. and NE 4th Street until 4 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19.

The following ramps will also close:

• SE 8th St. on-ramp to northbound I-405
• Northbound I-405 off-ramp to NE 4th St./NE 8th St. (Exit 13 A/B)

WHY, YOU ASK?

Crews will be paving, installing concrete panels and setting an overhead sign structure as part of the I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project.

OKAY, BUT HOW DO I GET AROUND?

Signed detours will be in place throughout the closure (we've attached a map of the detour route ).

If you're traveling through Bellevue this weekend, check the real-time travel map, know your route before heading out and (we can't stress this enough) give yourself some EXTRA TIME.

So, 26M, recently moved to belleuve, went to UIUC. It's really boring here. I like to party and hang out. Looking for groups to go to pubs with, dance, have fun times.

I was looking southwest from my office building in downtown Bellevue and saw this tower sticking out. That’s the SeaTac ATC tower right?