Water exploring the magic of lakes and streams, Ananda Mela festival, Kirkland sound bath meditation, 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: Mercer Island water outages, eight landlords undoing illegal rent bumps, and a tight mayoral primary reshaping Seattle’s political field — catch up here.
State-level stories: Washington is sitting on billions of unclaimed dollars and antiques, landlords slapped with new rent cap fines, and derelict boats recycled for free — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Federal judge orders fresh review of gray wolf safeguards, OPEC+ output increase pushes oil under seventy dollars, and a mislabeled pasta recall — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Volunteer for Kin On’s 40th Seniors’ Day
- Get plant care tips from Master Gardeners
- Sip beer, meet ponies, support SAFE
- Support BHNW with pints and prizes
- Chart your retirement future over two nights
- Compare home equity loans for free
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Pizza: Craving a slice that’s anything but boring? The Eastside is your secret playground for cheesy masterpieces. From wood-fired Neapolitan classics to wild deep-dish creations, these pizza spots deliver.
Business: Think Washington’s corporate scene is all chill vibes and coffee shops? Check out some of the state’s largest businesses and employers.
Declutter: You spend a weekend lining up matching containers only to find chaos has returned three weeks later. Our real-life hacks fit your messy, beautiful life. Check out our sustainable organization tips to keep it that way.
Florist: In need of a last-minute gift, a romantic gesture, or just some color in your life, Florum arranges petal-powered masterpieces that speak volumes without saying a word.
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📆 Around town this weekend
All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirely outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🍴 The Radiant Table | Friday (8/8) at 7:00pm – Swap your usual happy hour for Chef Brandon Muehl’s four-course adventure where oysters, earthy mushrooms, and Pacific Northwest flavors spring to life with immersive 3D ocean waves and forest floor projections. Shared seating sparks real conversation, and every bite tells a story you’ll actually remember.
🎵 LCD Soundsystem @ Remlinger Farms | Friday (8/8) at 8:00pm – Spare yourself the usual bumper-to-bumper on Snoqualmie Valley Road and cruise out to Remlinger Farms for LCD Soundsystem under the stars. Murphy’s dance-punk bangers will have even your most serious neighbor tapping his boot, all framed by summer’s last warm breeze.
This weekend
🎪 Peasants Revel @ Spiritridge Park | Saturday (8/9) at 11:00am – Feel like ditching your lawn furniture for a mud-spattered medieval throwdown? Dress as a peasant, pack your own bowl, spoon, and nonalcoholic drink, then wander into Bellevue’s sun-dappled park for silly contests, complimentary rustic snacks, and enough shade to nap under.
🇮🇳 Ananda Mela @ Redmond City Hall Campus | Saturday (8/9) at 12:00pm – If you’ve been missing a little Bollywood in your life, this PNW celebration has you covered. Expect the region’s largest Indian festival with live music, street eats, kid-friendly crafts, and enough vendors peddling treasures to make your wallet sob tears of joy.
🎸 Summer Bash | Saturday (8/9) at 7:00pm – Your couch has seen enough reruns. Shake off the dust and roll into The Winemakers Reserve for BOYTOY’s Summer BASH ’25. Pamela Moore and Robyn Clark channel 80s and 90s power vocals into one unforgettable night of anthems and throwback energy.
🔊 Kirkland Sound Gals – Sound Bath Meditation | Sunday (8/10) at 4:00pm – If you need a break from your phone buzzing more than your brain and usual brunch chatter, hit Kirkland for a sound bath that feels like a massage for your mind. Gentle gongs, bronze bowls, chimes, and surprise instruments will lull you into blissful oblivion.
💃 Sunday Rumba Del Barrio Salsa/Bachata Fest @ NIKA International DanceSport Academy | Sunday (8/10) at 7:00pm – Sunday nights at Nika’s usually mean folding laundry. Not this summer, Salsaymotion and Bravo Dance School are throwing a salsa and bachata festival with Seattle’s top DJs, live flair performances, and enough PNW heat to humble even the sun.
Next week
💧 Water: Exploring the Magic of Lakes and Streams | Monday (8/11) at 9:00am – Kids will tinker with lakeside water stations, craft and race mini boats, and slather on mud masks to prove mess beats neat every time. They’ll daub watercolors and nature pigments before capping the week with a brag-worthy field trip memory.
🛁 Floating Sound Bath@ Be One Yoga Studio | Tuesday (8/12) at 7:00pm – Ever tried napping in a cocoon while gongs serenade you from all sides? This floating sound bath hoists you into an aerial swing like a serene sloth, offering full 360-degree vibes and gentle rocking toward bliss. $45, pre-register online, no refunds, and spots limited.
🎸 24 Corde Ensemble – Italian Guitar Quartet @ Full Gospel Christian Center | Tuesday (8/12) at 7:30pm – This Italian guitar quartet rolls into town with plucking prowess that could make your pretentious pal blush. Four maestros weave Baroque intricacies, lyrical melodies, and Mediterranean warmth on one intimate stage. It’s the perfect excuse to swap screen time for real culture, no passport required.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/8 Nite Wave @ Bothell Parks – 6 pm
- 8/8 Dinosaur Jr. and more @ Chateau Ste. Michelle – 6:30 pm
- 8/9 20th Anniversary @ Kaleidoscope School of Music – 1 pm
- 8/9 My Morning Jacket @ Chateau Ste. Michelle – 6 pm
- 8/9 Altered 90s @ The Lime – 8 pm
- 8/10 The Infamous Stringdusters and more @ Marymoor Live – 6 pm
- 8/10 Maren Morris @ Chateau Ste. Michelle – 7 pm
- 8/11 Kirkland Acoustic Open Mic @ Side Hustle Taproom – 6 pm
- 8/12 The Jet City Players @ Issaquah Community Center – 7 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: Helena Chen (eXp Realty)
Sharp lines, bluestone patios, and mahogany accents set the tone at this West Bellevue showpiece by Bender Custom Homes. Floor-to-ceiling windows catch every sunset, while the covered outdoor lounge is ready for rainy-day hangs or summer soirées. The backyard comes with a private putting green and a garden that feels like your own secret park.
A detached guest house adds extra space for visitors or hobbies. Tucked on over three-quarters of an acre in one of Bellevue’s most coveted neighborhoods, the location keeps world-class dining and shopping just a quick jaunt away.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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