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425 BlogThe Eastside's BlogPosted: Sep 09, 2010
The Museum of Glass in Tacoma is offering complimentary admission to all visitors on Saturday, September 25, 2010 to celebrate its recent accreditation by the American Association of Museums (AAM). This date also coincides with National Museum Day. Info Line 253-284-4750/ 1-866-4MUSEUM Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock Street Tacoma, WA 98402
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The Shops at The Bravern are celebrating their first birthday this September. This weekend it is an official participant of Fashion Night Out. There will be music, modeling, bites, bubbles, treats and more. Proceeds will support nonprofit Sunflower Children. During the first year, The Shops at The Bravern and its merchants have raised or donated more than $550,000 to more than 150 charities and non-profit organizations in the Puget Sound area, ... Posted: Sep 07, 2010
Tickets to see In Defense of Food: The Omnivore’s Solution with best-selling author Michael Pollan (The Omnivore’s Dilemma, Food Rules) are on sale now. The event is Jan. 15, 2011 at Benaroya Hall. Ticket prices range from $25-$44 for regular seating; $100 for prime seating (includes private reception w/ Michael Pollan); and $250 for seats in the first four rows which includes an intimate gourmet dinner with Michael Pollan and four of the Northwest's award-winning ... Posted: Sep 03, 2010
No, the folks at Trophy Cupcakes haven't suddenly added pies to their menus. Cupcakes are still their bread and butter (err...batter and frosting?), but they tip their collective cupcake caps to pie lovers with the "pie style cupcake," a vanilla cupcake proped up by a delicious buttery pie crust. These sweet treats are filled with house-made blueberry pie filling made with local organic berries. The cupcake is topped ... Posted: Sep 02, 2010
As part of Seattle’s Bumbershoot, the Kirkland Arts Center will present MeTube – a variant of its gallery event, BrüTübe. MeTube will have three local presenters share phases of their life through compiling 20 minute sets of videos found online. By using all “open-source” media to represent their past, present, and future presenters will broadcast aspects of their identity while simultaneously demonstrating how interconnected we’ve become through social media. Posted: Sep 01, 2010
Comedian Adam Carolla went from morning radio personality to king-of-the-podcast basically overnight. When he suddenly lost his highly successful terrestrial radio show in early 2009, Carolla's long-time friend Donny Misraje urged him to give podcasting a shot. The show was an instant hit with loyal listeners turning to the podcast to get their fill of an unfiltered Adam Carolla. Listenership snowballed, and by the end of ... Posted: Aug 31, 2010
For the first time in 36 years, Dick’s Drive-in plans to open a new restaurant. Beloved for their hamburgers all over Seattle, Dick’s is looking to spread its reputation, North, South or East. Right now, the Eastside has 32% of votes and is right behind the North (Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, Lynnwood, Edmonds, South Everett) with 36%. Vote Now! Read more · Comment Posted: Aug 31, 2010
The Shops at The Bravern are unwilling to let the excitement over the hottest fall fashion cool. On September 10-12, The Bravern will host a Fashion’s Night Out Celebration on Friday from 5 to 11 p.m. and carry the momentum through the rest of the weekend. On Friday night, arrive on the red carpet and follow the music, appetizers, and drinks into Read more · Comment Posted: Aug 31, 2010
Everyone is raving about the new INOA hair color introduced by L' Oreal Professional. INOA stands for Innovation No Ammonia. It is an ammonia free, odorless haircolor that promised to leave hair as smooth as it was before color was applied. We wrote about it in the July/Aug issue of 425's Eye on Style. We told you about some salons on tyhe Eastside that were beginning to offer it. Well, ... Read more · Comment Posted: Aug 27, 2010
Fall Fashion Week officially hit downtown Bellevue. Featuring everything from the new collections at Tiffany’s to Lululemon Athletica to Vogue’s Front Row Fashion show, fall fashion week makes previewing the hottest upcoming styles fun. Let’s face it, Tiffany & Co. is more than just a jeweler, it’s a name that embodies class and elegance that every girl grew up hearing. Tiffany’s famous aqua blue color, its dazzling diamonds, the famous T ... Posted: Aug 26, 2010
Use your style knowledge to get your invitation to the biggest fashion party of the year. Answer a few fashion trivia questions presented by The Bravern to enter to win a 3-day, all expenses paid trip to Fashion’s Night Out, where splurging is a must and stylish inspirations are a given. Enter today! Sweepstakes Ends:August 29, 2010 at 11:59:59 PM (PST) Prize Eligibility:Only persons residing in Washington who ... Posted: Aug 19, 2010
Looking for a nice deal on restaurant gift certificates? Restaurants Unlimited Inc (owners of Palomino in Bellevue and Seattle, plus Stanley and Seafort's, Stanford's, Fondi, Palisade, Clinkerdagger, Cutters Bayhouse, Scott's Bar and Grill, and Maggie Bluffs) is offering 25% off gift certificates through Sunday, Aug. 22. For example, if you buy a $100 gift certificate to any of RUI's restaurants, you only ... Posted: Aug 19, 2010
Bellevue Firefighters Community Support Foundation gifted young teens and siblings of Youth Eastside Services’ (YES) Success Mentoring program with backpacks filled with needed school supplies. The kids were able to “shop” for their supplies at a special Back-to-School Party held at YES’ Bellevue offices on August 11. Due to an increased need for expensive school supplies like flash drives and scientific calculators, the firefighters doubled what they spent last year to ... Posted: Aug 12, 2010
The Evergreen Mobile Mammography Coach will be at the Duvall Farmers Market August 26 and September 9 to give area women the convenience of having their routine screening mammogram close to home. The coach, equipped to provide the latest digital mammograms, will be open 2 to 7 p.m. From registration to farewell, the test typically takes 20 minutes. Walk-ins will be welcomed. Appointments may be made by calling 425-899-2831 or going ... Posted: Aug 12, 2010
The Seventh Annual Pony Boy Records Jazz Picnic will be held at Seattle's Sand Point Magnuson Park on Sunday, Sept. 12. Pack a picnic or grab some gourmet food onsite and you groove to some of the top Northwest Jazz artists' music at the Garden Ampitheatre. Admission is free but there is a suggest tip jar for donations. A $10 donation will get you additional discounts of festival merchandise. Details: ... Read more · Comment Posted: Aug 12, 2010
August is Teacher Appreciation Month and to celebrate White House Black Market is offering 15 percent off to all teachers with valid school ID, now until Sept. 6. In addition WHBM-Bellevue Square is hosting a "Teaching is Beautiful" event on Tuesday Aug., 17. Bellevue teachers are invited to show off a few chic, versatile favorites for the upcoming year. Enjoy 15 percent off purchases, refreshments while you shop, plus let style experts ensure you get the back to ... Posted: Aug 05, 2010
According to culinary director and owner of The Herbfarm, Ron Zimmerman, the average bite of food eaten in North America has travelled 1500 miles. But, Zimmerman, determined to buy and support local foods, is getting ready to start his 100-Mile Dinner, where every ingredient used has to come from within 100 miles of the kitchen, even the salt. “We thought everything back to its source. And so, ... Posted: Aug 04, 2010
The region’s most distinguished wineries and restaurants invite you to join them for the 2nd Annual Pour on the Plaza event to benefit the global organization Room to Read. Come have a glass of wine on the grassy outdoor area at Bellevue’s City Center Plaza from one of the 26 wineries that will be filling glasses throughout the afternoon. But the wine ... Posted: Jul 29, 2010
Taste the favorites of Armondo’s with house gnocchi, rich risotto, and classic capellini that will soon be infused with exciting seasonal and local ingredients to give customers a new dining experience. Renton’s staple for fine Italian food has created memorable culinary experiences for families for the past 25 years, and beginning August 6, Armondo’s will offer new lunch and dinner menus, winemaker dinners, cooking classes, and ... Posted: Jul 29, 2010
Salish Lodge & Spa announces the appointment of Tyler Hefford-Anderson as executive chef of Salish Lodge & Spa. With nearly 20 years of culinary experience, Chef Tyler will leverage the farm-fresh, native ingredients of the region to develop Salish’s signature indigenous Northwest cuisine. Prior to joining the Salish Lodge & Spa, Chef Tyler spent nearly a decade at Seattle’s exclusive Rainier Club practicing a variety of culinary techniques from classical ... Posted: Jul 26, 2010
New Online Bellevue Fashion Shopping site Shop well, live well, look gorgeous” is the featured line on the home page of the Kris&Kate.com mock page. Christi’s On Main has partnered with Kathy Henessy to open a new online store in August. The name of the site will be named Kris&Kate.com and will offer the classic fashionable styles Christi’s on Main is known for. While the site is not finished it looks ... Posted: Jul 26, 2010
On July 3, Sara Battin took the inconspicuous trip to Wild Horse Renewable Energy Center in Ellensburg to hike the discovery trail when around 3 p.m. she was showered with confetti by Puget Sound Energy employees for being the center's 50,000th visitor. Battin was also presented with a PSE hard hat and safety goggles, and escorted to the highest and best-producing wind turbine she had the honor of naming. In attempting ... Posted: Jul 23, 2010
Two 8-week-old Sumatran tiger cubs made their public debut today at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. The cubs, born on May 25, will be on exhibit intermittently with their mother Jaya starting Friday, July 23 at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma. “Jaya is a fantastic first-time mom,” said staff biologist Andy Goldfarb. “She’s done a great job raising her cubs behind the scenes, so they’re ready now to ... Posted: Jul 23, 2010
Village Theatre announced today that Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Brian Yorkey will return in the 2010-2011 Season to direct Village Theatre’s highly anticipated production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Yorkey is the recently famed author behind the Broadway hit Next To Normal. Previously he served as Village Theatre’s associate artistic director for Village Theatre, and was a pioneering force behind Village Theatre’s popular youth education program, KIDSTAGE. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR ... Posted: Jul 19, 2010
Tacoma resident Mike Friehl has been selected as a finalist for the Purina’s Beneful WagWorld Dream Park Contest that will award $500,000 dollars to a public or non-profit dog park. Selected as one of only 10 finalists, Friehl is determined to revamp Point Defiance Park’s off-leash area with seven projects including a lap style pool for jumping and diving dogs and an obstacle play/training area with tunnels, ladders, balance beams and ... Posted: Jul 16, 2010
Tulio’s New Summer Sweet Menu Imagine homemade gelato glazed with Italian ‘spirits’ on a warm summer night. Well, your imagination can become a reality at Tulio Ristorante. Chef Walter Pisano has launched a ‘dessert for grownups’ menu of homemade gelato recipes like, “Prosecco Float” a dish composed of a honey gelato, Italian honey cream and Prosecco, or “Lemon on Lemon,” a combination of Limoncello over lemon sorbet and fresh mint. This ... Posted: Jul 16, 2010
The event you’ve waited for is here, the Summer Sale at Promesse! You can save up to 50 percent Women and Baby, designers include Laure Moffatt & Ferd Kids, Vanessa Bruno, Roberto Collina, Genetic Denim, Chie mihara, Olivia Harris, Inhabit, Feather Baby, Cloud B and many more brands to choose from. Promesse is located at 128 Central Way in Kirkland. Check out shoppromesse.com by Lizzie Cook Read more · Comment Posted: Jul 16, 2010
Do Good and Look Good with Macy’s Glam Pass For the month of August, by shopping at Macy’s stores you can make a donation to local HIV/AIDS charities through the Macy’s Glam Pass. All you have to do is buy a Glam Pass for $10 and you’ll be able to save between 15 and 20 percent on your Macy purchases for the day. You will also be able to get $10 ... Posted: Jul 16, 2010
SPORTSWISE HOSTS ITS’ LARGEST MEN’S AND WOMEN’S WAREHOUSE EVENT YET Are you someone who loves sports and the outdoors but has a hard time paying for those expensive athletic brands? Well, get some great deals on the sportswear you love at the 6th Men’s and Women’s SportsWise Warehouse Event where Merchandise will be 50-90% off. With brands like Dude Girl lifestyle wear, Karma yoga clothing and Nau outdoor apparel for Women ... Posted: Jul 16, 2010
Kirkland Uncorked is a three-day event this weekend, July 16, 17, and 18, at Marina Park and serves as a fundraiser for the Hope Heart Institute. The Hope Heart Institute is a local non-profit dedicated to raising awareness and making medical advancements to combat heart disease, which is the number 1 cause of death in the U.S. Posted: Jul 16, 2010
By Gail Greenwood Ayres Seabrook, Washington’s newest beach town, can now irrefutably claim to be the home of the “Ultimate Beach House.”Coastal Living, a national magazine based in Georgia, had created 23 Idea Houses over the last 12 years. Until now, the only one in the Pacific Northwest was in Pacific City, Oregon. However this year instead of two Idea Houses, the magazine concentrated its efforts coordinating the design and building ... Posted: Jul 15, 2010
Don't miss Wild Summer Nights at the Bravern tonight, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $5 gets you delicious appetizers from Wild Ginger Bellevue plus live jazz by the Ty Bailie B3 Trio. All proceeds from admissions goes to Hopelink, a non-profit dedicated promoting self-sufficiency for all members of the local community. Posted: Jul 13, 2010
Kitchen Monki is a new website dedicated to helping home cooks organize recipes, manage grocery lists and find foodie resources. The website, founded by Sam Kinney, a Seattle native and Eastside resident and single father to three boys. "As a single father of three boys, it’s a real challenge to plan healthy meals that everyone likes and to manage my shopping lists so that I’m prepared ... Posted: Jul 13, 2010
Trophy Cupcakes is welcoming the summer heat with its new Pina Colada Cupcake. The rich coconut pineapple cupcake is made with Sailor Jerry’s Spiced Rum buttercream and topped with a red cherry and a decorative umbrella. It's a delicious dessert and a perfect way to sweeten up some summer nights. Pina Coladas cupcakes are available Tuesdays and Fridays for $3.75. Get yours at the ... Read more · Comment Posted: Jul 13, 2010
Salish Lodge and Spa invites guests to a comfortable stay full of adventure. The lodge recently announced its five new adventure packages including fishing, mountain biking, hiking, kayaking and golfing. Each package invites guests to explore the Snoqualmie valley without the stress of planning every detail. *Fly-fishing Package – Enjoy a half-day fly-fishing trip on the Snoqualmie River with a personal guide, snacks and drinks. Posted: Jul 01, 2010
425's sales rep and marketing maven, Amy Yamada will be on Evening Magazine Friday, July 2 at 7 p.m.. She was interviewed earlier this week about her bid to host her own television show through a contest sponsored by the Oprah Winfrey Show. Vote now!Read more · Comment Posted: Jun 30, 2010
If you have a passion for wine and want to ensure your collection is kept in the safest facility, with easy accessibility, Wine Storage Bellevue can provide you with the services you need. The individual wine lockers are made entirely of steel, with a latch and bezel, and cylinder lock to give you an unparalleled level of protection. Once you purchase your storage locker, which is ... Posted: Jun 28, 2010
425 magazine’s Amy Yamada is well on her way to becoming the next Oprah Winfrey. As reality show producer Mark Burnett teams up with Oprah to find the next talk show host, Yamada has risen to the top 6% of votes among all contestants. Yamada plans to rally together her friends, family and fans this Tuesday (6/29) at PEARL Bar and Dining in Bellevue for the ... Posted: Jun 28, 2010
Celebrate the 4th of July outside with the family at Issaquah’s Down Home Fourth of July & Heritage Day. The event will start with the “Kids, Pets n’ Parade” at 11:00 am followed by old fashioned games, pony rides, a pie-eating contest and live entertainment all of which are completely free. Also, reconnect with American heritage with antiques, a dressing up station and old fashioned butter ... Read more · Comment Posted: Jun 28, 2010
Chipotle is giving away a “Burritos by the Box” party pack to 66 lucky winners. The party pack includes 10 burritos, bags of chips, sides of sour cream, freshly-made guacamole and medium green salsa. 11 differnet Washington stores offering this special pack to 66 lucky winners handed out around the state. Yum. To enter to win, visit any Chipotle in Washington state (including the Crossroads and ... Read more · Comment Posted: Jun 28, 2010
The Redmond Fire Department is inviting families to come have a free pancake breakfast with their team on July, 10th from 8am to noon to support their community. The pancakes, sausage, eggs, orange juice and coffee breakfast is completely free but donation for the Redmond Fire Department’s Benevolent Fund, which benefits people in the local community especially those facing personal tragedy, will be accepted. Posted: Jun 28, 2010
You don’t know a city until you’ve walked it. While you might see parts of the city through the windows of your car, often you don’t see the little details that make up the character of a community, or feel the same energy a city composes until you’re truly immersed in it. While cars are convenient, don’t underestimate the unique feeling of walking through your own city, with your community ... Posted: Jun 28, 2010
With blisters lining their heels, shin splints and aching exhaustion, a team of 10 women known as the “Rack Warriors” will swallow their pain for 3 days and a total of 60 miles because, according to team leader Abby McCune, it's “nothing compared to chemo, radiation or mastectomy.” These women who walk for the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure are invested in fighting against breast cancer but could ... Posted: Jun 28, 2010
Leave the office on Thursdays knowing that you’ll still be working for a good cause late into the night as you sip your favorite drink under the stars. The Shops at The Bravern present Wild Summer Nights Thursdays, from 5:30 to 7:30 through September 16th. Along with the music enjoy the incomparable Wild Ginger appetizers all to benefit Read more · Comment Posted: Jun 28, 2010
Located in a hub for wine lovers, a region rich with cultural heritage, on the cliffs overlooking the streaming city lights and the grand Columbia River Gorge, the Celilo Inn is perched in an atmosphere that is truly magnificent. The name “Celilo” is borrowed from Native American tribes who caught fish at the Celilo Falls. Celilo means “echo of falling water” or “sound of water upon ... Posted: Jun 28, 2010
Families are invited to come to Albert Lee Appliance to build their very own hydroplane for free. Classes will be held Saturday July 3rd from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Albert Lee South center and Lynnwood locations and Saturday July 17th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Seattle and Bellevue locations. 10 lucky winners will be selected to tow their ... Read more · Comment Posted: Jun 28, 2010
Starbucks is rolling out a new rare coffee for a limited time. Tomorrow, June 29, customers can buy Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee at Starbucks stores that have a Clover brewing system in limited cities, including Boston, Chicago, Miami, New York, Portland, Oregon, San Francisco and of course, Seattle. “One of the things about the whole Clover program which has been exciting is to ... Posted: Jun 22, 2010
Redmond will be showing seven movies this summer, alternating screenings at City Hall Great Lawn and Idylwood Beach Park. The movies will start at dusk (around 9:30 p.m.), but if you want a good seat come earlier because the space does fill up fast. Picnics are welcome if you want to eat outdoors before the show starts. Movie Schedule July 9: Iron Man @ City Hall Great LawnJuly 17: Monsters vs. ... Posted: Jun 22, 2010
The free event, "Words @ The Woodmark" returns with author Lisa Lillen, who will speak Wednesday, June 30, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. about her new book, "Hungry Girl Happy Hour, Guilt-free Cocktails & Party Food." Lillen will talk about the idea behind her latest book, which offers 75 guilt-free recipes, including “Depudged Pigs in a Blanket” and the “Magical Low-Calorie Margarita.” Her recipes allow you to prepare yummy party food ... Posted: Jun 17, 2010
Kitsap Wine Festival is a celebration of local food and fine regional wine, and is a fundraiser for Harrison Medical Center Foundation, with a portion of each ticket cost going directly to the charity. The benefit begins at 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 14, at Harborside Fountain Park in Bremerton. The celebration will have over 30 different wineries from the Pacific Northwest, including Chateau Ste Michelle, DeLille ... |
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