DECEMBER 2019
LifestylePubs.com/Kirkland
LIFESTYLE LETTER
DECEMBER 2019 PUBLISHER
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All Good Things Must Come to an End
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AS THE SAYING GOES, TIME FLIES WHEN YOU'RE HAVING FUN! And the
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time sure has flown. What a stellar year it's been, but where in the world did it go?
Rick Takagi Photography, Todd Smith, Lindsay Sellin, ARNP, RD, Julia Sumpter, Andrew Longstreth, Dylan Cembalski, Ron Linde, Icicle TV, Brian Munoz, Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce
It seems like just yesterday I was sitting down to write the December 2018 letter, having these exact same thoughts. One thing in life is certain, nothing stays the same. Time quickly passes, the seasons change, our lives change with new and exciting twists and turns, and before you know it, memories that seem like just yesterday are decades past. The holidays can be a time of rushing and hurrying from here to there, packing for your trip "over the hills and through the woods," and hastily making your way from one party to the next. This December, we hope you take the time to slow down a bit. Enjoy your time with family and friends, bask in the magic of winter,
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Wishing a happy and blessed holiday season to all who are reading this. We would
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our hearts for reading and contributing to Kirkland Lifestyle magazine, thank you for your suggestions and your input, and, as always, thank you for #KeepingItKirkland. Can't wait to see you next year. Cheers to a wonderful 2019!
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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2019
FEATURES 10 Swedish Almond Cookies and a No-Fruit Smoothie The Holidays Don’t Have to Be All About Indulgences
14 A Leavenworth Christmas There’s No Need to Travel to the North Pole for Holiday Spirit
18 Winter In Bloom
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24 Winter Sports Conditioning Exercise is Always in Season at Columbia Athletic Club
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DEPARTMENTS 4
Lifestyle Letter
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Around Town
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Culinary Creations
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Travel Destination
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Water & Woods
24 Healthy Lifestyle 32 Food & Wine 34 Lifestyle Calendar
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ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF THE EASTSIDE'S ANNUAL HOLIDAY HOME TOUR The Holiday Home Tour is ALE's signature fundraising event. This year, the 23rd year of this event, the ALE invites you to take a self-guided tour of four beautifully decorated homes in Kirkland.
The ship departs Kirkland City Dock on Dec. 6, 20,
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for information and to purchase tickets. Photo and information courtesy Argosy Cruises.
KIWANIS OF KIRKLAND CHRISTMAS TREE LOT With
Thanks to community partnerships with gener-
Christmas
approaching
quickly,
the
ous local businesses and vendors, ALE is excited
Kiwanis Club of Kirkland is gearing up for its big-
to add a Pop-Up Holiday Shop at the Kirkland
gest fundraiser of the year. Since 1971, the club has
Woman’s Club to the tour as well as other fun shop-
sold Christmas trees, wreaths, gourmet nuts and
ping events at local businesses. Get inspired for the
delicious delights with all funds going to support
holidays, do a little shopping, and support those in
the children of the Kirkland community. The tree lot is located in the parking lot of Juanita
our community touched by hardship or violence. Assistance League of the Eastside is an all-vol-
Beach Park. It opens Friday, Nov. 29, and will remain
unteer organization making a positive difference
open until all the trees are sold. Last year things
in the lives of local families and individuals
sold out early, so be sure not to wait too long!
affected by poverty, homelessness, assault and
Tree lot hours will be from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
domestic violence. Ticket purchases help fund
Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on
our philanthropic programs. Enjoy the Holiday
Saturday and Sunday. If you would like more information about the
Home Tour knowing you are helping local individuals and families in need.
Kiwanis Club of Kirkland, visit Kirkland.Kiwanis.org
Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
or contact Tom Pendergrass, secretary, at
$35 per ticket, ALEastside.org
206.920.1949.
ARGOSY CRUISES CHRISTMAS SHIP FESTIVAL Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship Festival is a ship-to-shore holiday celebration that has been a Northwest tradition since 1949. The Spirit of Seattle, the Official Christmas Ship, is decorated
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CULINARY CREATIONS
SWEDISH ALMOND COOKIES AND A NO-FRUIT SMOOTHIE THE HOLIDAYS DON'T HAVE TO BE ALL ABOUT INDULGENCES
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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSAY SELLIN, ARNP, RD
Most people associate smoothies with fruit, especially bananas since they give smoothies unmatched creaminess. here is another ingredient to do just that: avocado! It’s low in carbohydrates, high in healthy fat and oh so creamy! After several days (OK, weeks!) of decadent eating and drinking, it’s important to plan some healthy meals into your packed schedule. A green smoothie (with or without fruit) is a great way to fuel the day. STAYING ON TRACK DURING THE INDULGENT SEASON Fika is a Swedish custom of making time to share a cup of coffee or tea
Cheers to our health, the greatest gift of all!
and a bite to eat with friends or colleagues. According to SwedishFood.com, it requires you to slow down, socialize and relax. We could all use a little fika this time of year, and these Swedish Almond Cookies are the perfect nibble to enjoy with your fika. Almond flavoring is iconic for Scandinavian holiday treats, and these cook-
NO -FRUIT SMOOTHIE
ies are extra almond-y with the almond extract in the dough and the icing. The slivered almonds not only make a beautiful design on top, but they also cue your taste buds on what’s to come. These cookies are sure to be a beautiful addition to your holiday dessert table or cookie plate.
SWEDISH ALMOND COOKIES
YIELD: 1 SERVING INGREDIENTS + 5 ice cubes + 1/4 Hass avocado or 1/2 small avocado
METHOD Preheat oven to 400 F. YIELD: 3 1/2 DOZEN COOKIES
In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar, almond extract and egg with a hand mixer until well combined.
INGREDIENTS Cookie: + 1 cup butter, softened + 3/4 cup granulated sugar + 1 teaspoon almond extract + 1 egg, beaten + 2 cups all-purpose flour + 1/2 teaspoon baking powder + 1/4 teaspoon salt Glaze: + 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar + 1 teaspoon almond extract + 4-5 teaspoons water + Slivered almonds
Sift in flour, baking powder and salt. Stir with a spatula until just incorporated. Roll batter into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten to 1/4 inch with a buttered glass cup or jar dipped in sugar. Bake 7-9 minutes, or until edges just start to brown. Remove from the oven
+ 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk + 2 large handfuls spinach + 1 scoop vanilla protein powder + 2 tablespoons peanut butter (or powdered PB for lighter version) + 1 tablespoon chia seeds + 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon METHOD Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth, adding more almond milk or water as needed to desired consistency.
and transfer to a wire rack to cool. Whisk together powdered sugar, almond extract and water. Frost a couple of cookies at a time,
NUTRITION: Regular PB version: 575 calories, 24g carbohydrates, 35g fat, 34g
then top with slivered almonds in a
protein and 12g fiber
star-shaped pattern. The frosting sets
Powdered PB version: 435 calories,
quickly, so top with the almonds as you
23g carbohydrates, 21g fat, 33g
go or else they won’t stick.
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TRAVEL DESTINATION ARTICLE MARY BERNARD | PHOTOGRAPHY ICICLE TV, BRIAN MUNOZ, LEAVENWORTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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WITH A DELIGHTFUL VILLAGE IN OUR OWN BACKYARD, THERE’S NO NEED TO TRAVEL TO THE NORTH POLE FOR HOLIDAY SPIRIT
LE AV E NWOR TH CHRISTMAS
FOR MANY PEOPLE, NOTHING SIGNALS THE ADVENT OF THE WINTER HOLIDAY SEASON MORE THAN PUTTING UP LIGHTS AND A CHRISTMAS TREE. One town, which already looks convivial even in the off-season, does this in a big way: the Leavenworth Christmas Lighting Festival. This year, the festival runs Dec. 6–8, 13–15 and 20–22. Although the Village of Lights is the main attraction, there are other events occurring throughout the festival. In addition to the more than half a million lights, carolers stroll the streets singing holiday songs, and St. Nikolaus appears at 4:30 p.m. at the Front Street Gazebo with gifts of “gold” for good boys and girls. At noon on Saturdays and Sundays, Santa arrives via a parade route along with a host of holiday characters such as Mrs. Claus and Father Christmas to greet visitors at the gazebo. Each Saturday and Sunday at 4:45 p.m., the powers that be ceremoniously flip the switch on the more than half a million lights that turn the village into a winter wonderland. (Note that while there is not an official lighting ceremony on Friday nights, the lights remain lit.)
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THE SOUND OF MUSIC The Front Street Gazebo is the focus of many of the festivities. Musical entertainment throughout the day happens here and at the Icicle Creek Center for the Arts and includes handbell choirs, the Army National Guard Dixie band, Celtic music, bluegrass and some of the Pacific Northwest’s top high school and professional choirs, according to the Chamber of Commerce. If adequate snowfall allows, there will be sledding in the Front Street Park, but if not, areas around Leavenworth may offer opportunities for tubing, sleighing, dogsled rides, snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing and more.
GOOD GRUB No village festival would be complete without food, and the Leavenworth event offers delicious snacks that include seasonal fare such as roasted chestnuts, cocoa and hot spiced wine at the Gluhwein Tent. On Sundays, children can follow the “Cookie Crawl” map to collect free Christmas cookies. Restaurant fare includes German foods such as locally made bratwurst at Sausage Garden, small plates at Sulla Vita, King salmon at the Watershed Cafe, along with local wines and beers at various locations, according to Clipper Vacations.
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SHOPPING For those whose holiday gift list is not yet a fait accompli, there are unique opportunities to shop in Leavenworth. One can visit the Nutcracker Museum; the Gingerbread Factory; and the Hat Shop, which sells Viking helmets complete with Brunhilda braids. Kris Kringl is the town’s year-round Christmas store with a variety of holiday items on offer.
For more information on the festival, visit Leavenworth.org.
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WATER & WOODS
WINTER \IN BLOOM BRIGHTEN UP YOUR AESTHETIC THIS SEASON WITH THIS BEAUTIFUL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT FROM KRISTEN CAISSIE, CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND FOUNDER OF MOON CANYON DESIGN CO.
PHOTOGRAPHY NICKI SEBASTIAN FOR JENNI KAYNE
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KRISTEN CAISSIE, CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND FOUNDER OF MOON CANYON DESIGN CO., created this beautiful flower arrangement as part of Jenni Kayne’s floral encyclopedia. This lush arrangement is comprised of early spring blooms arranged in a ceramic vase. The wabi-sabi aesthetic of the handmade vessel adds to the arrangement’s playful proportions. Earthy yellows, rich greens, and a touch of blue tell a color story that’s unexpected, yet warm and welcoming. Perfectly undone early spring blooms (Kristen’s favorite to design with) emphasize the meeting place of winter and spring. CONTINUED >
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WATER & WOODS
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FORSYTHIA Named after William Forsyth, a Scottish botanist, Forsythia is an early spring flowering shrub often found in gardens and parks. Forsythia are well-known for their resilience and tenacity as much as the bright, cheery yellow of the branches’ blooms.
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TWEEDIA LADY SLIPPER Characterized by the slippershaped pouch (or labellum) that sits between the petals, these orchids range in color from white and yellow to a deep pink and purple. The lady slipper might take four to sixteen years to produce a bloom, but it’s worth the wait— in comparison to other, more temperamental orchids, this type can be considered fairly low-maintenance.
This delicate perennial is coveted for its light fragrance and pale blue star-shaped petals. Found commonly in vines and trellises, tweedias are prime for an arrangement as they cut well and last long.
RANUNCULUS Also known as the buttercup, these spring bloomers are coveted for their delicate layers of petals, resembling ruffled tissue or crepe. In a wide range of vivid shades, ranunculus can bloom from late winter to early summer.
NARCISSUS Daffodils are instantly recognizable by their six petals surrounding a trumpet-like corona, most often in variances of white, yellow, or both. The ubiquity of the daffodil dates back to ancient times, both medicinally and botanically. They have been said to get their name because the image of languid daffodils along a stream evoke the image of Narcissus gazing into his reflection.
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“It’s very simple, we work with flowers because they speak to us...we tell the stories through a season, a composition, a poetic floral movement.” KRISTEN CAISSIE MOON CANYON FOUNDER
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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
Winter Sports Conditioning EXERCISE IS ALWAYS IN SEASON AT COLUMBIA ATHLETIC CLUB, AND CONDITIONING PROGRAMS CAN HELP YOU GET FIT FOR YOUR FAVORITE WINTER ACTIVITY ARTICLE MARY BERNARD PHOTOGRAPHY RICK TAKAGI PHOTOGRAPHY, TODD SMITH
COLUMBIA ATHLETIC CLUB, WHICH OPENED IN 1981, IS THE BRAINCHILD OF CY OSKOUI, WHO CAME TO AMERICA IN THE 1960S TO COMPLETE HIS UNIVERSITY EDUCATION. Although the business is now managed by the second generation of family and colleagues, the mission remains the same: to help people live better lives and to become part of the community by meeting people and making new friends. To that end, the vision is to provide excellent service and to be the premier provider of health and lifestyle services. The club may not be the largest, but it aims to be the best for its members, employees and neighbors.
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Fitness Minded It says something that Brandi Ohlsen started as a personal trainer at CAC and within a month had become the fitness director, a job she’s held for more than 17 years. In this position, she oversees certifications, attends conferences to stay abreast of current fitness trends, and ensures the safety of programming, among other duties. Not surprisingly, her educational background is in exercise and sports science and sports medicine. Columbia Athletic Club offers a full-service facility that provides everything from nutritional counseling to sport-specific training for a diverse population that includes infants and children, people with disabilities, senior members and everyone in between. As Brandi explains, to some extent, “A gym is a gym, but we try to create an experience. We take pride in who we hire, and many of our trainers have been with us for 10 or 12 years.”
Keeping Up The facility has evolved over the years. In 2013, an extra pool was added for classes such as water walking. A small group studio was also added in 2016 for functional training. The small-group classes max out at eight people, Brandi says. In terms of fitness, “The trend now is working in versus working out,” Brandi says. She explains that as our professional lives require longer and longer hours, remediation of the stresses we incur as a result is important. This includes techniques such as fascial release and addressing the parasympathetic nervous system as well as the sympathetic nervous system. In other words, we increasingly need to find ways to recover via purpose-specific mobility and corrective exercise. Brandi recommends that people get up and move every hour—even at work. You can stand up for a couple of minutes, or move up and down on your toes. There are chair workouts and basic stretches. One can also build exercise into a daily routine by taking the stairs rather than the elevator and parking farther away from a building entrance.
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Athletic Training When it comes to sports training, the program depends on the activity, but all sports require an awareness of proprioception along with strength, power, agility, core strength and mobility, though there are variations in exercises for each sport. Mobility in this context has to do with a mix of stability and mobility of various parts of the body. In an ankle, for example, stability is undesirable, Brandi says. You want to be able to freely move that joint in three dimensions. Balance is an integral part of any routine no matter your age. Studies show that this ability starts decreasing at age 16, Brandi says, so it is important to work on it. 26
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Nutrition Proper nutrition is “all about nutritional density,” Brandi says. While there may be some seasonal variability, she recommends sticking to whole foods and finding balance within each meal with healthy fat, lean protein, complex carbohydrates, vegetables and of course hydration.
That’s a Plan Columbia Athletic Club does offer members a complimentary consultation with a personal trainer, and they can sign up for individualized training. If someone has a specific goal in mind, say, to become a better skier, the club offers a few ways to get there such as the individualized plan or small group sessions. The club also offers a winter sports conditioning program as well as a summer program geared to hiking. Members who like a more deconstructed approach may find adult pickup basketball three days a week appealing, but otherwise, club members tend to organize themselves into groups for specific activities.
Make the Most of Winter Brandi practices what she preaches, and on winter weekends you can often find her cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in one of her favorite spots such as Leavenworth. She tends toward the quieter end of the winter sports spectrum rather than the adrenaline-fueled activities. To each their own, and whether it’s an extreme snow sport you pursue such as heliskiing or snowmobiling, or the quieter snowshoe or cross-country trip through the woods, it’s important to prepare your body for the strain that is sure to be imposed on muscle groups that haven’t been used since the last deep freeze. The following exercises are designed to do just that. Find more information at ColumbiaAthleticClub.com. CONTINUED >
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stance, loading the leg on the BOSU. Simply step forward, finding balance and drive off the foot on the floor, focusing on proprioception of the foot and ankle. 05 KETTLEBELL FLOOR TO RACK INTO TRANSVERSE SQUAT Start by straddling the bell. With a deadlift, accelerate the kettlebell to rack position at the shoulder. Holding the bell in rack position, step behind at a diagonal/45 degrees looking over your shoulder. Once in position, lower in a squat and drive the knees outward in line with the toes. Drive off the back foot back to initial position. Great way to build power and work glutes in transverse plane.
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What We Offer: • State-of-the-art Functional Training Studio • Spacious Aquatic Center with Two Saltwater Pools • 60+ Group Exercise Classes offered weekly and included in Membership! • Full Service Locker Rooms w/ Complimentary Towel Service • Two Whirlpools, Steam Room & Sauna • Programming for Children to Seniors • Unlimited Childcare Packages starting at $35/month
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Kirkland Kiwanis Christmas Trees & More! Christmas Trees, Fragrant Wreaths Gourmet Nuts and Delicious Delights
It’s time once again for Kirkland Kiwanis’ largest annual event in our effort to raise money for children in need in our community! Come see us at Juanita Beach Park for a great selection of fresh trees & wreaths, as well as our ever-popular cans of Gourmet Nuts and Delicious Delights. Hope to see you there!
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Juanita Beach Park • Monday – Friday 11am-8pm • Saturday & Sunday 10am-7pm
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K IR K L A ND HER ITAGE SOCIET Y
M issio n The Kirkland Heritage Society’s mission is to identify historic resources; to encourage their preser vation; to colle ct, preser ve, exhibit and interpret the histor y and h e r i t a g e o f K i r k l a n d a n d i t s p e o p l e ; a n d t o p ro m o t e p u b l i c involvement in and appre ciation of it s herit age and cultures .
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FOOD & WINE Recipe from TheMagicalSlowCooker.com.
Baked Stuffed Apples ENJOY A HEALTHY BREAKFAST IN THE MORNING OR A DELICIOUS TREAT LATER IN THE DAY. Slow cooker stuffed apples will give you all the fall feels.
INGREDIENTS + 5 medium-sized gala apples + 5 1/8 cups granola + 2 tablespoons melted butter + 5 teaspoons maple syrup + Ice cream or whipped cream for serving (if making for dessert)
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01 | Cut a layer off the top of the apples with a knife. With a melon baller tool or a measuring teaspoon, remove the core and seeds from each apple. 02 | Pack ⅛ cup granola into each apple, and place into the slow cooker. 03 | Drizzle the apples evenly with the melted butter, and add a teaspoon of maple syrup to each apple. 04 | Cover, and cook on high for 2 to 2½ hours until tender, but not falling apart. 05 | Serve as is, or add ice cream or whipped cream. 06 | Enjoy!
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The Kiwanis Club of Kirkland is
Join
Downtown
Hop aboard the official Christmas
gearing up for its biggest fundraiser
Association to celebrate the holiday
Ship as she sails to various Puget
of the year. Since 1971, the club
season with a tree lighting ceremony,
Sound waterfront communities. This
has sold Christmas trees, wreaths,
sledding hill, food trucks, entertain-
experience includes:
gourmet nuts and delicious delights
ment, bonfires and so much more.
+ 3-hour cruise
Juanita Beach Park
Marina Park
the
Kirkland
Kirkland City Dock
+ Boarding photos with Santa
with all funds going to support the children of the Kirkland community. The tree lot opens Nov. 29 and will remain open until trees are sold out. Hurry! Kirkland.Kiwanis.org
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+ On board community choir, Pacific Sound Men's Chorus + Boxed meals by FareStart
GOOGLE LIGHTS
available for pre-purchase + Kids’ area with crafts and activities
Google Campus
NOV 30– DEC 22
Join
'TWAS THE NIGHT...
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the
Kirkland
Downtown
+ Reading of ‘Twas the Night
Association on the Google Campus
Before Christmas
for a synchronized light and music
ArgosyCruises.com
show! Attendance is free of charge.
Studio East
Studio East presents the delightfully entertaining ‘Twas the Night…
21 RUDOLPH'S SHINY NEW YEAR
2019 12 K'S OF CHRISTMAS
Kirkland Performance Center
Marina Park Pavillion
Get ready for a Twisted Flicks take
ness reign. ‘Twas tells the famous
Run or run/walk either a 12K or a
on Rudolph’s Shiny New Year! Jet City
poem through the eyes of not
5K that loops through beautiful and
Improv’s Twisted Flicks is Seattle’s
only the humans involved but the
festive Kirkland. Even the younger
only live movie re-dubbing show that
runaway mice, hungry cats, "hoof-
kiddos can earn a medal by partic-
merges improv comedy with classic B
ing" reindeer and the Big Guy him-
ipating in the Kid Dash. Bring the
movies for a hilarious cinematic expe-
self. Recommended for ages 5+.
entire family for this fun holiday tra-
rience like none other. Recommended
Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m.,
dition! All participants will receive
for ages 10 and up. KPCenter.org
2 p.m. and 5 p.m. All tickets $20.
a toboggan beanie, a personalized
where chaos, craziness and cute-
race bib, a finisher medal and
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delicious
CHRISTMAS SHIP DEPARTURE FROM KIRKLAND CITY DOCK
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Kirkland City Dock
Christmas
post-race
snacks!
SRC12KsOfChristmas.com
Ship departure
from
Kirkland City Dock + Choir: Master Chorus Eastside + First Performance: Newport Yacht Club* at 7:45 p.m. (P) + Second Performance: Covenant Shores* at 8:15 p.m. (P) ArgosyCruises.com
21+ CHRISTMAS SHIP FOLLOW BOAT Kirkland City Dock
Take the Christmas party to the
CHRISTMAS SHIP DEPARTURE FROM KIRKLAND CITY DOCK
water and enjoy an adult-friendly event this holiday season. This experience includes:
Kirkland City Dock
Christmas
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Ship departure
from
+ 2.67-hour cruise
Kirkland City Dock
+ Boarding photos with Santa
+ Choir: Kirkland Choral Society
+ Broadcast choir performance
+ First Performance: Sheridan Beach Community Club* at 7:15 p.m. (P) + Second Performance: Matthews Beach Park* at 7:50 p.m.
from the Christmas Ship, Choir of the Sound + Boxed meals by FareStart available for pre-purchase + Rotating party themes each week ArgosyCruises.com
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