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I hesitate to quote Will Smith after this years Oscars, but hard not to when he does have one of the best summer songs (does that age me?). Our July issue always gets me even that much more excited for summer. In particular, the outdoor concert line up on page 27 excites me most. The Gorge has always been my personal favorite, but now even more so ever since I discovered the best place to stay for the weekend while attending a concert there: Sunland Estates! But more on that in another issue…

For now, make sure your summer plans include the Washington coast, and book a stay at the charming town of Seabrook. This month’s cover highlights an image from one of their luxury beach lofts, located in Seabrook’s downtown area, complete with sweeping views of the ocean. I had the opportunity to meet with the founder of this little town, and it was fascinating to learn the vision behind how and why it was built. Check-out page 36 for more info.

We also recap a special fundraising event for non-profit, Rainier Athletes, on page 30. The mission and support behind this movement are inspiring and the good news is there is plenty of opportunity to get involved…we hope maybe you do!

Tommy Bahama shares a roundup of their 2022 swim line, and I love how they kept it classy with their styles this year. Find even more colors and patterns online, but for now check out page 42.

Summer is here, finally. Enjoy!

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1: Evelyn Vasen accepting the Champion of Youth Award on behalf of the Robert Vasen Foundation. 2: Champions of Youth Gala and Auction hosted by dynamic duo, Brad Goode and Gee Scott. 3: Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue teens attended to sell raffle tickets and join in the festivities. 4: BGCB Board Chair, Jane Boulware, posing with gala guest and Seahawks player, Cliff Avril. 5: BGCB CEO, Tim Motts, presents the “dessert frenzy” available for the auction. 6: Doug Baldwin, former Seahawks player, delivered an inspiring keynote. 7: The evening’s entertainment included a performance by Beatles cover band, Good Day Sunshine.

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1: The International Ballet Theatre's 20th Anniversary Production, The Best of IBT Gala at The Meydenbauer Theater. Pictured is People’s Artists of Ukraine Katerina Kukhar & Alexander Stoyanov. 2: Variation from “La Esmeralda” Performed by Nikita Baryshnikov of Houston Ballet II. 3: Ukrainian Dance “Hopak” Choreography by Vera Altunina. 4: “O Fortuna” Choreography by Francois Serre y Berga. 5: “Moods in the key of Jazz” Choreography by Jerry Tassin. 6: Pas de deux from “Carmen” Performed by Katerina Kukhar and Alexander Stoyanov. 7: “Pas de quatre” Staged by Vera Altunina. Photography by Rex Tranter

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1: Guests enjoying the Be Bold Now celebratory pre-reception at the Seattle Town Hall. 2: Ming-Ming Tung-Edelman, Founder of Refugee Artisan Initative presented with her Bold Woman Award. 3: Event Sponsor: TheWMarketplace.com Pop-Up Shop, economic engine for women owned brands and businesses. 4: Event hosts-Kiesha Garrison, Founders Kate Isler & Nickie Smith, Board Member Sharon Harris.

5: Central Washington University Sisters travel over 100 miles to receive their Bold Woman Rising Award. 6: Claire Sumadiwirya, owner of Bellden Café, Bellevue proud winner of the Bold Woman Award trophy. 7: Live performances by Scarlet Parke, musician, and song writer, open and close the show. Photography by Cecille Miller Photography

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1: Welcome reception for the Wine Country Celebrations Vintner Dinners at Fiction at J. Bookwalter 2: The parents of Seattle Children’s Ambassador Patient of the year at Fidélitas 3: The menu from the Wine Country Celebrations Vintner Dinner at Fidélitas 4: Welcome reception for the Vintner Dinner at Fidélitas 5: Wines being poured for guests at the Vintner Dinner at Fiction at J. Bookwalter 6: Welcome reception for the Wine Country Celebrations Vintner Dinner at Col Solare 7: Winning bidder from the live auction at the Vintner Dinner at Fiction at J. Bookwalter Photography by Curbow Photo

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Bellevue Arts Museum Arts Fair

2022 Bellevue City Amateur is July 30-31

The Bellevue Arts Museum Arts Fair returns to downtown Bellevue this summer, from July 29 – 31 at Bellevue Arts Museum and Bellevue Square.

The festival, now in its 76th year, is a staple of summertime in Bellevue and features a marketplace with thousands of original artworks, an exciting mix of community programs, free admission to Bellevue Arts Museum, live music, and more.

Details at bellevuearts.org/artsfair.

The Bellevue City Amateur is the premier amateur golf tournament on Seattle's eastside. This year's event takes place at Bellevue Golf Course on Saturday, July 30th and Sunday, July 31st and is open to amateur golfers with a USGA handicap index of 25.0 or less. The $160 entry fee includes two rounds of golf, lunch each day, range balls each day, tee prize, and prize fund. Visit bellevue pgc.com for complete information and registration.

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Bellevue Family 4th Presented by The Bellevue Collection Celebrate our nation's birthday with friends and neighbors at the Eastside's largest 4th of July event, presented by The Bellevue Collection! Enjoy free live music, children's activities, food trucks and family entertainment. The evening leads up to a spectacular fireworks showcase at 10:05 p.m. Free parking is available after 5 p.m. at The Bellevue Collection properties.

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Bellevue Beats Summer Concerts

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Find a little rhythm and drown out the blues with Bellevue Beats Summer Concerts! Spanning ten weeks throughout the summer, enjoy live music at parks and plazas across Downtown Bellevue. Take your lunch outside and enjoy local performances every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from noon til 1pm. See our 2022 schedule here bellevuedown town.com/events/bellevue-beats.

Yoga in the Park is $5 per class as the goal is to create community, allow yoga to be accessible and easy, and create a space to meet other likeminded and local wellness individuals.This class is a 60-minute Vinyasa Flow Class that meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. in the summer months through August. It's a great way to meet friends, be outside, breathe and gently move the body!

Explore an outdoor arts market featuring 100+ juried sculpture, jewelry, home décor, wood and glasswork, fabrics and other local artwork! This year, the Bellevue Downtown Arts Market returns in July as part of the award-winning Arts Fair Weekend alongside the Bellevue Arts Museum (BAM) ARTSfair. Food trucks and live music will also be on-site. Find event information and artist directory at b el lev ue dow ntow n .c om /event s/ downtown-arts-market.

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

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9899 Lake Washington Blvd NE, Bellevue, WA SAN JUAN SAFAR IS - WHALE WATCHING: For over 20 years, we have been offering the highest quality whale watching tours with a focus on our guests’ experiences and respectful wildlife viewing. 10 Front Street Friday Harbor, WA CR OSSR OADS WATER SPR AY PLAYGR OUND: This unique year-round water spray playground features a variety of water-themed landscape and play features such as spitting frogs, spouting orcas and squirting clams. 999 164th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA DUFFY ELECTR IC BOATS NOR THWEST: Bring food and drinks, listen to music, and let the summer breeze take you away our six boat fleet of 21' Duffy Electric boats! 25 Lakeshore Plaza Marina Park, Kirkland, WA

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Let There Be Music

If you enjoy music, there are plenty of opportunities to experience some incredible outdoor concerts and festivals during our sacred summer months.

From venues set on the Columbia River, to the most beautiful of wineries, here’s a glimpse into what the music scene is like here in the summertime.

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the venues The Gorge Amphitheater

Hayden Homes Amphitheater

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Considered one of the most scenic concert locations in the world, the Gorge sits near the Columbia River and offers sweeping views of the river and the Columbia Gorge canyon to concert-goers. The Gorge also offers a campground that is a wildly popular option for festival-attendees.

If camping isn’t your thing, consider staying in Sunland Estates or Cave B Estate Winery. There is reserved seating near the front of the stage; however, most of the 27,500 seats are located in the sprawling lawns at the Gorge.

Washington state’s oldest winery, Chateau Ste. Michelle, is celebrating its 38th Summer Concert Series.

By summer’s end, the picturesque outdoor amphitheater will have hosted concerts ranging from pop and jazz to rock and classical music.

Although there are reserve seats available, the general admission seating on the lawn makes for a perfect date night or night out for a group. The winery allows you to bring in blankets, low-back chairs and picnic baskets with non-alcoholic drinks. Food and wine can be purchased on-site.

Marymoor Park is located in King County, county-owned and the largest, oldest and most popular park. The summer concert series, Concerts at Marymoor, provides an intimate outdoor concert experience. Outside beverages are not allowed in, but concert-goers are able to bring their own food, blankets and low-back chairs. Reserved seating is available, and there is general seating on the lawn. Parking is available on-site for $5 and is free for seasonal parking pass holders.

Marymoor Parks spans more than 640 acres and is located next to the Clise Mansion.

The Hayden Homes Amphitheater is an independent, outdoor riverfront Amphitheater built in 2001.

Since their first season in 2002 they have hosted over one million guests at their venue for ticketed and free concerts. All summer long the Amphitheater presents some of the biggest names in entertainment, and the second largest brewfest in the northwest every August. They are part of the Old Mill District, which incorporates shopping, dining, outdoor recreation, businesses and residences.

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The Gorge Amphitheatre Everybody's favorite folk/rockers The Lumineers are back on the road and bringing their energetic tracks to the stage!

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Amos Lee’s Dreamland full band tour goes coast-to-coast with a stop at the picturesque Hayden Homes Amphitheater along the Deschutes River in Central Oregon.

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DAVID GRAY WHITE LADDER: THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Chateau Ste. Michelle David Gray celebrates White Ladder’s 20th anniversary with an expanded edition. Spawning classic hit singles ‘Babylon’, ‘Please Forgive Me’ and ‘Sail Away’, White Ladder sold over 7 million copies worldwide.

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WATERSHED COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL

The Gorge Amphitheatre The Watershed Country Music Festival is held every year at the Gorge Amphitheatre, and is one of the best Country music festivals in the country, definitely the best in the state, plus it is at one of the best music venues in the country, so it cannot be missed!

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NATHANIEL RATELIFF & THE NIGHT SWEATS

Marymoor Park Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats are a mix of soul and rock, and are known for balancing ecstatic live shows with engrossing and rich records. They supply the zeal of a whiskey-chugging Pentecostal preacher to songs about this world’s shared woes.

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THE HEAD AND THE HEART

Chateau Ste. Michelle The Head and The Heart’s self-titled breakout debut produced instant classics including “Rivers and Roads,” “Down In The Valley” and “Lost In My Mind” and is now Certified Gold.

Their next two albums, 2013’s Let’s Be

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Still and 2016’s Signs of Light, settled into Billboard’s Top 10 albums chart.

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STEVE MILLER BAND

Chateau Ste. Michelle Steve Miller has been an enlivening presence on the American music scene for more than half a century. Miller’s Greatest Hits 1974-78 received the RIAA Diamond Award with sales of more than fifteen million copies. It is among the 25 best-selling albums of all time.

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DAVE MATTHEWS BAND

The Gorge Amphitheatre The Dave Matthews Band have been wowing audiences with their live performances since the early 90’s. Known for jamming and creating exceptional sets at all their performances, each one a little different at every venue.

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A penthouse private dining room perched 31 floors above Bellevue might seem like a strange place to gather in support of a non-profit founded on grassroots and grit, especially when the last event was held in a gym. But on this Thursday night, skyline views, sparkling champagne and elevated cuisine became an unlikely supporting backdrop for a celebration of community, the power of relationships and big goals for the next decade of students and mentors.

Rainier Athletes, a nonprofit dedicated to youth mentorship and empowerment, hosted its first in-person event in two years, an inaugural celebration of “Playmakers” on Thursday, May 19 at Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi. The event gathered together legacy supporters, longtime mentors and successful graduates of the Rainer Athletes program to hear Tod Leiweke, CEO and co-owner of the Seattle Kraken, talk about the importance of mentorship while presenting the first Corporate Playmaker Award to Ascend Hospitality Group.

Since 2013, Rainier Athletes executive director and founder, Jesse Franklin, a graduate of Sammamish High School, along with his small, but mighty staff, and an army of volunteer mentors, works with the Bellevue School District to identify and nurture local student athletes and their families through oneon-one supportive relationships. He says, “At our core, Rainier Athletes is simply a community.”

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Tod Leiweke, Raquel, Josue, George

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Jesse Franklin, Elaina Morris, Tod Leiweke, K.J. Wright

Mayor Lynn Robinson Scott and Ally Svenson

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Mayor Lynne Robinson, Jesse Franklin, Lawrence Lui

Dana Brekke, Lauren Franklin, Sam Willing, Catherine Head

Tom Bailey, K.J. Wright, John Brekke

Over the last ten years, RA has worked to build a mentorship movement that expands access to opportunities for youth who have been historically left out. “Our model is designed to reach beyond sports, beyond the students, and beyond the mentors,” says Jesse. “Our community of supporters, those who continue to step up and walk alongside us, make it possible to walk alongside Rainier Athletes youth and their families. I am grateful to honor Elaina Morris, CEO and President, on behalf of Ascend Hospitality Group, with the 2022 PlayMaker Award as they continue to join us in our mission to expand access to mentorship, connection and community.”

The Rainier Athletes long term mentoring approach has proven itself over the last decade. From serving three students in 2013 to 120 students in 2022. This June, they will applaud a third cohort of students, all who first joined RA as fifth graders, as they graduate from high school.

All of them came to RA as fifth graders and now have the potential to be the first generation of their family to graduate from college.

Even during the pandemic, RA staff facilitated over 5,000 virtual mentor-mentee check-ins. The results of that commitment are clear in community feedback. In the last teacher survey, 95% of respondents reported that RA directly increased their students’ sense of belonging. One teacher said, “RA is giving students the social opportunities they so desperately need in our post-remote learning world.

Students are able to connect with one another in authentic, less academic ways and in a more identity-affirming space.”

The pandemic increased the need for authentic human connection and left many young people feeling the lingering effects of loneliness. This past year, 1 out of 4 students in Bellevue reported having feelings of self-harm. Rainier Athletes hopes to meet the growing need by pairing every student on their ever growing waitlist with the dedicated support of a one-on-one mentor. To reach this goal, RA has expanded their board from five to 13 members and significantly increased their investment in mentor recruitment.

The Board of Directors is eager to grow the mentor model beyond athletics. Ally Svenson, Board Member and Co-Founder of MOD Pizza, recognizes the power that mentorship can have whether the young person is “a singer, a painter, or a dancer.” Board members include experts on youth development, education, business, human resources, community engagement, and philanthropy. Board president Betsy Johnson adds, “The passion and skills of our new board will help provide vital mentor relationships connecting kids with activities that interest them.’

Now back to that party at Ascend. After surprising Bellevue Mayor Lynne Robinson, with a fiery birthday cake, Rainier Athletes Board Member and Corporate Playmaker Elaina Morris, and RA supporter Tod Leiweke, inspired the crowd to “Play It Forward in the Sky” through real time text donations, raffle purchases and lively bidding on a one-of-kind Kraken experience. Spoiler alert: it quickly became five-of-a-kind, and combined with early donations and sponsorships, sped the fundraising total to $150,000, double the goal and enough to add many more students to the RA roster and directly benefit programs that level the playing field for some of the 3500 Bellevue School District students who qualify for free and reduced price lunch programs.

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Casey and Laura Roloff had a “Field of Dreams” vision for the Washington coast. The couple had successfully built a village community called Bella Beach on the Oregon coast and were inspired to do it again somewhere else. After doing some research, they discovered something interesting: there are 10 lodging units on the Oregon coast for every one lodging unit on the Washington coast, but Washington has more than double the population and five times the household wealth within a three-hour drive from Bellevue. The couple then took a road trip along the Washington coast and encountered a gorgeous bluff with acres of vacant land behind it. The stars seemed to have aligned for the Roloff’s on that bluff as they both realized this property is exactly what they were looking for. “So, we thought, it’s just build it,” Casey said, “and they will come.”

And build it they did, and are continuing to do. It’s been 19 years, and currently Seabrook consists of 500 homes, 75 lived in year-round (several homeowners left the city during the pandemic and bought a home in Seabrook full time), and 275 in the rental program. This year, Seabrook will build 70 homes, and start on the Pacific Landing (34 luxury apartments + 7,000 SF of retail).

Casey gave Bellevue Lifestyle a tour of the town, where we learned that every detail was considered, each home intentionally

built, each walking path, each front porch…everything was deliberate, down to the curb of the street. Seabrook aims to be a place people want to live, work and play. The town center has a little something for everyone; you can hang at the food trucks with the kids, or catch the sunset at the fantastically curated wine bar (no kids allowed).

There are those that say the town feels too forced, too perfect, like straight out of “The Stepford Wives.” And while it’s no doubt that every inch of Seabrook was calculated and curated, the intention behind it is incredibly thoughtful, sustainable, and with a heart for community. The Roloff’s make it known that their biggest legacy is to make Seabrook an inclusive place. Anyone is welcome to visit and enjoy Seabrook. And there is plenty to do while visiting. The town itself host events throughout the year, and Mother Nature provides opportunities nearby to dig for razor clams, forage for mushrooms, fish, mountain bike, surf, hike and more.

What is Seabrook working on now? A grocery store, arcade, heated pool, and work out facility will be completed early 2023.

Their new Market Lofts offer beautiful views and accessibility to downtown activity. Loft owners, Jon and Georgina Brandt, purchased for exactly those reasons. The Brandt’s share a peek inside their coastal chic Seabrook “Beach Loft” with Bellevue Lifestyle.

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01 // TRIPLE BUNK BEDS

02 // WALK-IN CLOSET

The Beach Loft's custom, built-in, triple bunk beds

Master walk-in closet and bathroom

THE BRANDT’S SHARE A PEEK INSIDE THEIR COASTAL CHIC SEABROOK “BEACH LOFT” WITH BELLEVUE LIFESTYLE. 03 // BAY WINDOWS

01 // Our custom, built-in, triple bunk beds were essential for our family of 5 in a 2-bedroom condo and were possible thanks to the 10+ foot ceilings in The Beach Loft. Our vision and design was brought to life by Chris from Seabrook Construction. There is beautiful white oak guard railings and ladders, personal reading lamps and headboard shelving to prop up a teddy bear or keep favorite bedtime stories nearby.

Bay window seating with ocean views

02 // The design objective of the master walk-in closet and vanity was to reimagine the basic low functioning closet into an unexpected space that was fun and functional by adding custom closet built ins, a white oak dressing table, some whimsical wallpaper, a Capiz chandelier and a gorgeous brass vanity mirror.

03 // The intimate seating area nestled in the bay window with an ocean view was a very important design element because it added a lot of functionality for our family. It is our favorite spot for morning coffee, an afternoon nap, evening cocktail hour and family game night. It is warm, versatile, comfortable, and elegant.

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The Beach Loft Views overlook Main Street and out towards the ocean

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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

JULY 1ST

Wine Wednesday at Suite

S UI T E B E L L E V UE Come by Suite on Wednesdays and save 50% on a large selection of our wines by the bottle. Enjoy a glass out on our outdoor patio or take your bottle to go. For our complete wine list please visit suitebellevue.com .

JULY 1ST

Marymoor Park Concerts

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MA RYMO O R PA R K | 7 :00 P M Join us at Marymoor Park for the annual summer concert series at our top-rated 5,000-person concert venue. Buy your tickets at the Marymoor Park Office and support King County Parks! The $8 per ticket processing fee, as well as 100% of the parking fees, go directly to fund operations and maintenance of King County Parks. Visit marymoorconcerts.com/ events for concert line-up.

JULY 4 TH

Fourth of July on Lake Union

KI R K L A ND & L A K E UNI ON Celebrate America’s birthday the best way we know how – on the water! Depart from Kirkland or Lake Union and watch the spectacular fireworks* take off on Lake Union.

This event is 21+ so say cheers with Argosy-crafted cocktails and local beer & wine as the sun goes down and enjoy premier views as the fireworks come out. Don’t miss the boat or the fun!

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2022 Bellevue Farmers Market Season

BE LLEVU E PRES BYTERIAN CH U RCH | 3 : 0 0 PM A new season of Farmers Market returns! Come celebrate locally grown and farm fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, meats and many other items that local Washington farmers have to offer at the following Bellevue and Eastside Farmers Markets. Find a Farmers Market near where you live, work or play and enjoy! Visit bellevuefarmers

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Jungle Party

WO O DLAND PARK ZOO'S NO RT H M E AD OW Join us in July at the 46th annual Jungle Party to raise funds for Woodland Park Zoo, a community oasis of hope and wonder dedicated to saving species in the Pacific Northwest and around the world. Expect fun-filled live animal experiences, delicious appetizers, specialty cocktails from local restaurants, exciting auction items to bid on including exclusive behind the scenes animal experiences and more!

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11th Annual Refuse To Abuse® 5K

T- M O BILE PARK | 9:00 AM This year, we will be welcoming 1500 participants to T-Mobile Park, and we can't wait to see all of you! This event has always been a time to celebrate the resilience of survivors and the power of community. We hope this 5K will provide some much needed connection, and communicate to everyone experiencing abuse that they are not alone. Visit p2p.onecause. com/refusetoabuse2022 for details.

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JULY 13TH

Celebrate Woodinville Summer Concerts & Festival

WI L MOT GAT E WAY PA R K I N DOWNTOWN WO O DI NV I L L E 5 :30 P M Bring your family, friends and neighbors and enjoy the summer concerts in the park on four Wednesday evenings in July and August. These free, family-friendly events include a variety of high-energy bands playing fun music for all ages, an array of foods and sweets from local restaurants, and a wine, beer & cider garden with wines from premiere Woodinville Wine Country wineries and craft beers from local breweries.

JULY 16TH

Kaiser Permanente Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic

S E AT T L E , WA | 7 :0 0 P M The Kaiser Permanente Seattle to Portland (STP) presented by Alaska Airlines Bicycle Classic is a 200+ mile ride through western Washington. Heading south from Seattle and ending in Portland, Oregon, the STP is a thrilling back-to-back double century ride through urban and rural settings. Riders have an option to choose between riding this event in one or two days.

JULY 3 0 TH

Seafair Torchlight Parade

DOWNTOWN S E AT T L E WE ST L A KE PA R K | 7 :30 P M There’s nothing like the Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade, and no better place to be on a warm summer evening. The Torchlight Parade is where Seafair celebrates the cultural diversity and traditions of the PNW with over 100 luminous entries. From dragon dancers to precision drill teams or marching bands to prancing horses, the parade will keep you entertained from start to finish.

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Open daily for wine tastings JAINE.CO 14421 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE Woodinville, WA 98072

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Cockta il Club

GIDDY UP! EL GAUCHO BELLEVUE SERVES UP THIS MONTH’S COCKTAIL CLUB.

ALWAYS BET THE LONG ODDS (In honor of Rich Strike’s wine at The Kentucky Derby and featuring Kentucky whiskey) INGREDIENTS • 1.5 oz Basil Hayden Bourbon • .75 oz Amontillado Sherry • .5 oz fresh lemon juice, strained • .5 oz Demerara Oleo Saccharum (see recipe) • 1 dash Fee Brothers Whiskey Barrel Aged Bitters • Rolled Orange Peel on skewer for Garnish DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients in shaker tin with ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds.

Double strain into chilled coupe glass.

With a peeler, cut an approximately 2" long twist of orange peel and express the oils from the skin over the top of the drink. Roll orange peel and skewer with a bamboo pick and place on rim of glass. Enjoy!

DEMERARA OLEO SACCHARUM INGREDIENTS • 2 cups Demerara Sugar • Peels of 3 oranges and 2 lemons, washed • 1 cup filtered water DIRECTIONS 1. Peel oranges and lemons, being careful not to remove too much of the white pith.

Place peels in a medium saucepan. Add sugar and muddle heavily to release the oils in the peels. Stir well and let sit for 1 hour.

2. Add water and place over medium heat.

Stir frequently until sugar is completely dissolved- you do not need to let it boil.

3. As soon as sugar is dissolved, remove from heat and let cool. Strain to remove peels.

Store refrigerated in an airtight container.

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GOLDEN HOUR

SHARE GENEROUSLY. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. BASIL HAYDEN® KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY. 40% Alc./Vol. © 2022 James B. Beam Distilling Co., Clermont, KY

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