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Imagine the warm Hawaiian sand between your toes as a thank you for saving lives in the Pacific Northwest! In gratitude for your blood donation in May, you can enter to win roundtrip airfare for two plus a three-night stay…

Join the City of Kirkland as a Mail Clerk and become an essential part of the team that keeps City services connected, organized, and running smoothly every day! In this role, you will SERVE the community by helping City departments…

Discover what’s blooming in your local parks and forests while making a positive impact. From weeding to mulching to caring for new plantings, there’s a role for everyone. No experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm! We’ll provide the tools…

The City of Kirkland is seeking participants for a focus group to provide insights about natural yard care practices at home. Insights gathered through this process will directly inform future City programs, outreach strategies, and educational initiatives. These efforts are…

There’s still time to register for the Kirkland Heat Pump Workshop! The City of Kirkland and Energy Smart Eastside are hosting the event on Monday, May 18, 2026 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Peter Kirk Community Center(352 Kirkland…

As the weather heats up, remember that screens aren’t enough to keep kids safe around open windows. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission lists windows as one of the top five hidden hazards in our homes because window falls injure…

Do not assume emails are legitimate based on the use of city or county letterhead, seals, names of officials, or proper spelling and grammar.  Verify the email address, including the domain name, matches the email address of the official with…

This week is National Police Week. It’s a time to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to thank the officers who continue to serve our community every day. To our officers — and your families — thank…

The City of Kirkland has selected Andreana Campbell as its new Government Affairs Manager, effective May 1, 2026. Campbell has served as the City’s Interim Government Affairs Manager for the past eight months, helping guide Kirkland through one of the…

The City of Kirkland has selected Deputy Chief Patrick LeDoux as Kirkland’s next Fire Chief, effective June 1, 2026. Many throughout the organization and community already know Chief LeDoux through his current role as Deputy Fire Chief. Since joining the…

Check out Ask Kirkland — the City’s website chatbot. Click on “Let’s Chat” in the lower righthand corner. You can also text Ask Kirkland to ask questions via SMS. Just text: Rep’d is an innovative video platform that allows City…

The next meeting of the Kirkland City Council is on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Here’s a brief overview of some of the items on theBusiness Agenda, which starts at 7:30 p.m. Council will: Review applications for open Board and Commission…

Host Jim Lopez and podcast regulars David Wolbrecht and Nate Gettleman give the rundown on what Kirklanders need to know this week.  We provide a brief recap of the recent Community Appreciation event, announce Kirkland’s next Fire Chief, alert listeners…

Discover what’s blooming in your local parks and forests while making a positive impact with Green Kirkland. From weeding to mulching to caring for new plantings, there’s a role for everyone. No experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm! We’ll…

Imagine the warm Hawaiian sand between your toes as a thank you for saving lives in the Pacific Northwest! In gratitude for your blood donation in May, you can enter to win roundtrip airfare for two plus a three-night stay…

Test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and replace batteries once a year.  Check your electrical panels and outlets for heat, buzzing or discoloration.  Inspect your home’s plumbing for leaks.  Clean your dryer vents and replace HVAC system filters as recommended by your appliance’s manufacturer.  Clean gutters and remove overgrown plants and debris…

Every construction project starts with a vision, and bringing it to life inevitably comes with challenges. Luckily, the process doesn’t have to be so daunting for Kirklanders who are looking to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) — that is, a small,…

The Kirkland Police Department is hosting an informative presentation to learn about personal gun safety in the home, including secure firearm storage and firearm laws. Participants will hear from Kirkland Police Officers as they teach about firearms safety and proper…

The City of Kirkland and Energy Smart Eastside are hosting the Kirkland Heat Pump Workshop on Monday, May 18, 2026. The interactive event, which will take place from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Peter Kirk Community Center (352…

May is Wildfire Awareness Month and a good time to think about how we can all help reduce fire risk in our community. Even in Western Washington, dry conditions can increase the chance of brush fires — especially in greenbelts,…

May is Bike Everywhere Month and Wednesday, May 13 is this year’s official Bike Everywhere Day (formerly Bike to Work Day). Stop by “celebration stations” for goodies at Evergreen Point / 520 Trail, or at Feriton Spur Park along the Cross Kirkland Corridor, or wherever…

Kirkland’s favorite red, white, and blue tradition returns this summer with special meaning as the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of Independence Day. The Celebrate Kirkland Parade will bring joy, color, and community spirit to downtown on Saturday, July 4,…

Check out Ask Kirkland – the City’s website chatbot. Click on “Let’s Chat” in the lower righthand corner. You can also text Ask Kirkland to ask questions via SMS. Just text: Rep’d is an innovative video platform that allows City…

The Kirkland City Council met on May 5, 2026. He re’s a brief overview of some of the items from theBusiness Agenda: Council approved zoning code amendments for the NE 85th Street Station Area. Council approved this year’s Neighborhood Safety…

We’re joined by Rukia Yosif , Environmental Education and Outreach Coordinator for the City of Kirkland, to talk about the popular Spring Recycling Collection Event and how residents can make the most of it. >> Check it out.

Juanita Beach Park parking lot   Eastbound Juanita Drive between 93rd Avenue NE and 98th Avenue NE (detour in place)  Drivers should expect traffic delays and restricted parking due to the Kirkland Half Marathon and 5K, to be held at Juanita Beach Park…

Imagine the warm Hawaiian sand between your toes as a thank you for saving lives in the Pacific Northwest! In gratitude for your blood donation in May, you can enter to win roundtrip airfare for two plus a three-night stay…

Has your vehicle sprung a leak? Find out for FREE at Lake Washington Institute of Technology! If the technicians find a leak in your vehicle and recommend further service, you’ll be issued a $250 voucher to be redeemed at participating…

Sound Transit has recently shared that it expects to need to cut back and/or delay some of the voter-approved ST3 projects to balance the budget. In the coming weeks, the Sound Transit Board will need to make key decisions about…

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The City of Kirkland’s International Night Market has received a 2026 Program Spotlight Award for Innovative Programming (Population Under 100K) from the Washington Recreation and Park Association, recognizing outstanding creativity and community impact in parks and recreation. The award was…

To make way for the Kraken Iceplex and Kirkland Community Center, the temporary Houghton Park and Play will close the week of May 4 . The features you’ve loved at Houghton Park and Play are getting new homes across the city. Expanded…

Do you love fitness, thrive in a group setting, and enjoy being in the water? Turn your passion into a rewarding summer opportunity with the City of Kirkland as a Deep Water Exercise Instructor! At the City of Kirkland’s Parks…