Succulent plaque workshop, storytime live with beloved book characters, outdoor summer movies in the park, and more. 
Happy Tuesday, 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 week ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: Electricity bills rising from expired renewable credits, Bellevue’s free art showcase in the parking garage, and a family friendly food festival championing local growers — catch up here.
State-level stories: WA’s inaugural bee census spots 15 new pollinator species, Olympic Peninsula and Pacific Coast drives earn travel acclaim, and restrooms now require diaper stations — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Landmark trial shows lifestyle programs can rewind cognitive aging, the one ten thousandth spending rule, and shocking home prices in California — peruse the best of the rest.
Health: If you’ve struggled with weight loss, you’re not alone. Today’s GLP-1 medications (the same active ingredients found in Ozempic® and Wegovy®) are helping people manage cravings and build healthier habits. Hers makes it easy to get started, with a personalized plan and licensed providers – start your journey.
Highlights this week
- Chat with Carmin about community partnerships
- Try sailing this Tuesday evening
- Learn about ISD support job opportunities
- Savor Blizzards at Sammamish DQ supporting kids
- Lawn looking rough? TruGreen’s 50% off
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Thrifting: Weekend treasure hunts combine the thrill of discovery with wallet-friendly finds. Explore our top thrift spots packed with hidden gems you’ll actually want to bring home.
Harvest: Eastside’s split climate means June strawberries and October apples that taste like they were born just for your plate. Keep your fruit game on point with our seasonal calendar.
Pub: Whether you’re looking to unwind after work, test your trivia chops, or finally master darts, J. Michael’s Pub & Eatery is your neighborhood go-to for good pints, friendly banter, and just enough questionable decisions to keep things interesting.
Finance: Most folks don’t realize you can roll over your 401k or IRA to invest in cryptocurrency… all with the same tax benefits as a traditional retirement account on top of the the potential upside. iTustCapital makes the entire process a breeze with $0 monthly fees and an incredibly simple setup process.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🌵 Succulent Plaque @ Suite Restaurant and Lounge | Tuesday (7/29) at 6:00pm – Ever noticed how Bellevue people need their greenery Instagram-ready? Swing by Suite Restaurant & Lounge to glue succulents onto a chic wooden plaque, while enjoying a cocktail that’s almost too pretty to sip. It’s plant therapy with a splash of liquor.
🎸 Melissa Etheridge & Indigo Girls @ Marymoor Amphitheater | Wednesday (7/30) at 6:30pm – Whether you still belt every lyric or just need a reason to escape your couch, Marymoor is calling. Two ’90s icons deliver an acoustic pop set brimming with raw vocals, witty banter, and campfire camaraderie only decades of friendship can spark.
🎵 Neil Sturgess Live | Thursday (7/31) at 7:00pm – If you’re craving a break from Netflix reruns and a reason to uncork something fancy, Village Wines has Neil Sturgeon spinning classic rock and soul into something you’ll want to Instagram. It’s free, full of low-key nostalgia, and the kind of night you’ll brag about.
🦪 Sip, Shuck, Repeat | Friday (8/1) at 6:00pm – Imagine slurping Pacific Northwest oysters while sparkling wine tickles your nose. At Sparkman Cellars you’ll learn oyster shucking with Forage Seattle pros, then taste three Hama Hama varieties paired with Ethereal bubbles. It’s classy, it’s messy, and basically our life motto.
👑 Once Upon a Mattress @ Redmond Presbyterian Church | Friday (8/1) at 7:00pm – Craving a little royal mischief? Once Upon a Mattress revives The Princess and the Pea with rollicking songs, snarky one-liners, and enough fluffed mattresses to make you wonder if all that tucking was worth it. Tickets are available at the door or online.
This weekend
📚 Storytime Live @ Kiddie Academy of Bellevue | Saturday (8/2) at 10:00am – Grab the little ones for a free, interactive Storytime Live reading with a beloved book character. It’s the kind of wholesome fun we tell ourselves works better than another weekend of YouTube marathons. Bring friends, snacks, and your best listening ears.
🃏 Maximum Card Show @ Hilton Garden Inn Seattle | Saturday (8/2) at 10:00am – Think you’ve outgrown your cardboard obsession? Head to downtown Bellevue’s Hilton Garden Inn for a card show with over 50 vendor tables of sports, Pokémon, vintage, and outright bizarre finds, free admission, zero judgment, plus some Kyle-from-the-brewery gossip.
✂️ Barbershopper Picnic @ Marymoor Park | Saturday (8/2) at 11:00am – Grab your picnic blanket and head to Marymoor Park for the Free Barbershopper Picnic, where earnest quartets battle the occasional off-key crooner under the summer sun. Bring snacks, nonalcoholic drinks, a hat, and maybe a hat for shade — and a sense of humor for those extra-passionate crooners.
🎬 Outdoor Summer Movies in the Park @ Heritage Park | Saturday (8/2) at 6:00pm – Heritage Park is turning into your backyard cinema with a free double feature of If and The Fall Guy on a giant LED screen. Just bring a blanket, a lawn chair, maybe a snack or two, and pretend you’re in Hollywood instead of dodging fireflies.
🧱 Bricks & Minifigs First Year Anniversary | Sunday (8/3) at 11:00am – This little Issaquah brick-and-minifig shop just turned one, so they’re unleashing a colossal product drop, surprise guests, and deals so good you’ll be reminded why LEGO never stopped being cool. Freebies, a prize wheel, and enough giveaways to stock a toy chest are all on deck.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 7/29 Harmonica Pocket @ Sammamish Commons – 1 pm
- 7/29 Summer Concert Series @ Kirkland Urban – 4 pm
- 7/29 Bingo Night @ Woodin Creek – 5 pm
- 7/29 Point of Sail @ Issaquah Community Center – 7 pm
- 7/29 Indigo Girls and more @ Marymoor Park – link
- 7/30 Brian James @ Wilmot Gateway Park – 5:30 pm
- 7/31 Gimme Shelter @ Mercerdale Park – 6:30 pm
- 7/31 Friends of the Ghost @ Pine Lake Park – 6:30 pm
- 8/1 Dispatch and more @ Marymoor Live – 5:30 pm
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