Barks and blooms, Annie Eastwood & her all-star band, 18th Guyana family fun day, and more. 
Happy Friday, Eastside. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Eastside Buzz serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: Salt and Straw opens on Queen Anne, summer power bills climb steeply, and a six-year-old pit bull is ready for adoption — catch up here.
State-level stories: Washington drivers must halt for buses on two lane roads, a farmers almanac predicts a snowy winter, and aging ferries with PCBs need scrapping — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: South Korea’s court dismissed a Baby Shark copyright claim, a judge blocked fishing around Pacific atolls, and retirees eye a bigger Social Security increase — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Discover Kelsey Creek’s nocturnal bats at dusk
- Ask Master Gardeners for sustainable gardening tips
- Sip and bid at Washington wine gala
- Enjoy Crossroads Farmers Market every Tuesday
- Unlock dozens of travel deals with AARP
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Play: Your crew bouncing off the walls? Secret playgrounds around town turn them into pint-sized explorers. Dive into our must-try play areas to see where they can climb, splash, and discover.
Wildlife: Who needs the Discovery Channel when WA’s rainforests and Salish waters deliver elk, whales, and more in real life? Ditch the remote and head out for the ultimate wildlife fix at these viewing spots.
Finance: Teaching your teen about credit cards can feel like decoding ancient hieroglyphics. These easy credit lessons turn confusing plastic power into real-world know-how.
Cocktail: Whether you’re craving a smoky mezcal riff, a floral gin fantasia, or a boozy twist on the classics, Bottle & Bull mixes rare spirits, house-made syrups, and a dash of theater into cocktails that turn your evening into a liquid performance you won’t forget.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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Today
🍽️ Fat Pastor’s Chef Shawn Niles @ The Radiant Table | Friday (8/15) at 7:00pm – Who knew you could watch ocean waves roll across your table without sand in your shoes, or see a mushroom’s forest floor come alive mid-bite? Chef Shawn Niles is transforming dinner into a four-course, immersive dining spectacle for eight locals. Ready to taste the story?
🦇 Bats on the Farm @ Kelsey Creek Farm Park | Friday (8/15) at 7:30pm – Grab your coat and head to Kelsey Creek Farm for a bat walk and nerdy night talk under the stars. Learn why bats are our unsung ecosystem MVPs, then wave bat detectors skyward to spot your neighborhood flyers. No vampire cape needed.
This weekend
🐶 Barks and Blooms | Saturday (8/16) at 9:00am – This weekend at the Lavender Farm feels like a canine catwalk meets sunflower spa, no runway required, just wagging tails. Stroll through peak blooms, let your pup steal the show, then sample artisan treats from local makers, pretending you care about your step count.
🍏 Chomp 2025 @ Marymoor Park | Saturday (8/16) at 10:00am – Marymoor Park’s Saturday scene now includes free farm-fresh samplers, local bands like Kim Deal, and DIY sustainability pods that’ll make you feel slightly smug about recycling. Bring the kids, critique compost, and pretend you’re outdoorsy, all without spending a dime.
🇮🇳 Tiranga: India Independence Party – DJ Prashant @ Mirra | Saturday (8/16) at 10:00pm – Seattle’s about to get a Desi dance party celebrating 78 years of Indian freedom. DJ Prashant is spinning Bollywood bangers, South Indian beats, live performances, and yes, henna stations. Throw on orange, white, green, or blue, and let’s pretend we’re in Mumbai for a night.
🚗 26th Annual Classic Chevy Show @ Burgermaster | Sunday (8/17) at 8:00am – The Classic Chevy Show is the annual pilgrimage for anyone who still thinks tail fins are cool. Classic Chevy devotees roll in with rigs built before 1980, angle for trophies, boogie to a DJ spinning golden oldies, and scope out the 50/50 pot.
🎷 Annie Eastwood & Her All-Star Band @ Mercer Island Farmers Market | Sunday (8/17) at 11:00am – Who says you can’t pair tomatoes with a side of swing? Swing by Mercer Island Farmers Market this Sunday for Annie Eastwood and her All-Stars covering Robert Plant explosions to Julie London whispers. Pastries, produce, and a healthy dose of local charm.
🎉 18th Guyana Family Fun Day @ Lake Sammamish State Park | Sunday (8/17) at 1:00pm – Think a Guyanese picnic but with doubles, pepperpot, and mango punch stealing the show in the park. Pack your favorite lawn chair, summon your friends, and brace for a laid-back family day that’ll have you declaring backyard barbies overrated.
Next week
⛳ Marcus Trufant Believe in Me Charity Golf Tournament @ The Golf Club at Newcastle | Monday (8/18) at 8:00am – If you’ve been looking for a reason to dust off those clubs and boost your local cred, head to Newcastle for a round with Seahawks legend Marcus Trufant, funding scholarships for local kids. Panoramic views, cheeky “Cheating for Charity” perks, and prime swag await.
🏗️ Hard Hat Happy Hour | Tuesday (8/19) at 4:00pm – Whether you need an excuse for a rooftop cocktail or just want an extra reason to brag, grab your hard hat and toast The Charles’ debut in Redmond Village. Local drinks, elevated bites, a hidden speakeasy, and skyline views await.
🎶 Concerts on the Green: Red Karma @ Issaquah Community Center | Tuesday (8/19) at 7:00pm – Concerts on the Green is rolling into town with Red Karma, a Taylor Swift tribute band. It’s like seeing Taylor minus the paparazzi and emotional baggage. Bring a blanket, a beverage, and your best “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” karaoke face.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/15 Rec-n-Roll @ Juanita Beach Park – 10 am
- 8/15 Music on the Court @ Redmond Town Center – 5 pm
- 8/15 Pritom Hasan @ Meydenbauer Center – 6 pm
- 8/15 Magnetic Grey @ Redmond Eagles – 7:30 pm
- 8/16 Chomp 2025 @ Marymoor Park – 10 am
- 8/16 Reji Marc @ Northwest Cellars – 5 pm
- 8/17 Counting Crows @ Chateau Ste. Michelle – 6:30 pm
- 8/17 The Herding Cats @ The Lime – 8 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Eastside edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
Listed by: Mehdi Moftakhari Khalil (Windermere Bellevue Commons)
A grand pivot door sets the tone for this NW modern stunner, where 20-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows flood every corner with natural light. The kitchen pulls out all the stops with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, an eating bar, and a prep kitchen that keeps the main event seamless. Slide open the NanaWall to a covered outdoor living room with its own fireplace, perfect for year-round lounging.
The elevator makes every floor feel like first class, from the hotel-worthy primary suite to the third-floor fitness room and kitchenette. Just blocks from downtown Bellevue, Meydenbauer Bay, parks, and restaurants.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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