National Night Out block party, neighborhood ice cream social, Celebrate Woodinville Festival, 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: Microsoft CTO mansion fetches twenty point three million dollars, youth mentorship program adds four schools, and pylons promise fewer I-90 backups — catch up here.
State-level stories: Owl ambassadors flapping into rehab fame, over 50 wineries earning Sustainable WA labels, and Olympic Peninsula road loop crowned a top 2025 drive — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Safety alerts for hundreds of thousands of Kia and Ford vehicles as an early Atlantic storm takes shape, and Mediterranean diet tips ease inflammation — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Launch school bus driver and paraprofessional careers
- Join neighbors and police to prevent crime
- Boost business savings with PSE incentives
- Safely dispose of hazardous waste for free
- Endurance’s auto protection plan is $300 off
🫶 We got your back
Treats: Your pup (or feathered sidekick) deserves more than plain old kibble. These Eastside pet shops stock gourmet snacks and geeky toys that’ll have tails wagging.
Golf: Stuck in Seattle for work, I googled “golf courses near me” and somehow ended up playing 36 holes in two days. These must-play courses show why Washington is America’s most underrated golf destination.
Travel: Solo doesn’t have to feel scary once you hit 50. These safety hacks will have you packing your bag with confidence.
Playhouse: Whether you’re craving toe-tapping show tunes, spine-tingling drama, or the offbeat charm of experimental one-acts, Theatre33 brings center-stage magic (and just enough backstage buzz) to town.
Wealth: $4,000. That’s how much an ounce of gold is expected to cost in 2026. And since gold thrives in unstable markets, its rally appears far from over. Check out gold IRAs, which let you own physical gold while taking advantage of IRA tax breaks.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
👮 National Night Out 2025 | Tuesday (8/5) at 5:30pm – This is that one night the block party and neighborhood watch merge into free sliders, cautious high-fives, and confusing small talk with our local beat cops. No crime dramas, just burgers, iced teas, and the off-chance you finally learn who lives next door.
🍦 Neighborhood Ice Cream Social @ Houghton Park & Ride | Thursday (8/7) at 4:00pm – Need a midweek mood boost? Stop by the Park & Play for the Neighborhood Ice Cream Social — small-town charm, local scoops, and sweet people-watching. Bring your sweet tooth and your best gossip.
📚 Word Craft with Alexandra Oliva, in conversation with Thomas Kohnstamm @ Brick & Mortar Books | Thursday (8/7) at 6:30pm – Writers and readers, this one’s for you. Join Alexandra Oliva and thriller author Thomas Kohnstamm for a deep dive into “Writing About Place” — a lively convo on setting, story, and the publishing grind. Got questions? Bring them. This is your backstage pass to the literary world.
🌏 Global Grub & Groove: Indian Independence Day @ Village Green Park | Friday (8/8) at 6:00pm – Whether you’ve memorized every bhangra step or still call it that Bollywood shimmy, the Village Green bash celebrating Indian Independence Day brings live music, henna, chili-laden samosas, art, and even a backyard-style cricket pitch. It’s free, communal fun, so bring a blanket.
💃 Cristina Hall Flamenco Dance Workshops | Friday (8/8) at 6:00pm – If you’ve ever dreamed of stomping soles to a flamenco beat or just curious about sounding more Spanish than your tapas order, Cristina Hall’s August weekend workshops at NWFA have you covered. Follow those clapping rhythms into a Saturday night Tablao with Alfonso Cid.
This weekend
🎉 Celebrate Woodinville Festival @ Wilmot Gateway Park | Saturday (8/9) at 8:00am – Shake off the Sunday slump and head to Woodinville for free pancakes, courtesy of Eastside Fire & Rescue. Then snag a spot for a parade of gymnasts, classic cars, and basset hounds, plus a Farmers Market, craft drinks, tunes, and local art in the sun.
🍵 Matcha Magic’s Redmond Grand Opening | Saturday (8/9) at 8:00am – Redmond’s about to get a serious glow-up, matcha-style. Be one of the first 25 through the door for a free drink and a mystery goodie bag, or just show up for 20% off, free samples, and a macaron with your order. Bonus: leave a review and spin for even more matcha-fueled prizes.
🍺 Pints and Ponies @ Big Block Brewery | Saturday (8/9) at 1:00pm – Big Block Brewing turns into pony central when SAFE’s mini marvels Sunny D and Shasta show up for selfies and cold pints. Reward yourself with Sugar Bytes sweets or Lucky Linqs bling, knowing proceeds help equines trade neglect for hay-filled bliss.
🌸 From the Garden: Botanical Mixology @ Bellevue Botanical Garden | Saturday (8/9) at 2:00pm – Ready to sip something greener than your lawn? Holli Dunn leads a hands-on workshop in the garden, turning herbs into booze-free mocktails with DIY syrups and shrubs. You’ll leave with recipes, a jar of elixir, and all the bragging rights.
🚤 Jet-Boat Tour of Deception Pass | Sunday (8/10) at 11:00am – After 15 years, the classic ride to Deception Pass is back. Dust off your helmet (or grab the car keys) for a twisty cruise through Tulip Country, then hop on an optional jet-boat tour for bragging rights and sea spray.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/7 Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars @ Saint Edward State Park – 6 pm
- 8/7 Brickhouse @ Mercerdale Park – 6:30 pm
- 8/7 Gas Station Blues @ Historic Shell Station – 7 pm
- 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
- 8/11 Kirkland Acoustic Open Mic @ Side Hustle Taproom – 6 pm
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