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Explore

April 2023 PUBLISHER

Caitlin Agnew | caitlin.agnew@citylifestyle.com EDITOR

Bree O’Brien | bree.obrien@citylifestyle.com

We live in an efficiency and productivity-obsessed age. And I admit - I fall into that trap sometimes too. The trap of believing the only things worth doing are those for which I can make an exact calculation of the time, effort and investment it will cost me. The things that result in the highest level of control and least amount of uncertainty.

But the truth is - that is a sad and unfulfilling way to go through life.

We must leave some room for exploring, for trying new places and things, for being a beginner, even for getting lost. It is those times that are unstructured and open-ended where the space exists for connections to be made, friendships to be fostered and trust to be built.

I'll never forget wandering Europe with a friend from college, the summer before I started graduate school. We met some fascinating people, perused incredible museums and castles, and ate our body weight in gelato. We came back different people than we'd been when we embarked on our trip.

In the last few months I've really been analyzing my relationship with my kids, how our family operates as a unit and what we love spending our time doing. I clarified this by identifying the things that I don't love spending time on. For our family - it’s screens. For yours, it may be too many busy weeknights away from home or not enough dinners around the table together. But I've noticed that "adventures" and “exploration” doesn't even have to be something big and crazy. It can be playing a board game out on the patio, walking a new trail or going out to find a fun cookie place we've never been to before in a different part of town.

Our hope is that this issue encourages you to make room for exploration.

To prioritize time away from the regular schedule of life. To lose yourself on a trail or in a book. To book that trip you’ve been thinking about, to make time for the things that matter most to you, but often come last on the calendar.

If April showers bring May flowers, make time to play in the rain! Here’s your reminder to get lost.

Happy April!

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The Eastside real estate market has seen a shift over the past year. The robust market of 2020, 2021, and Q1 2022, fueled historically low inventory and record activity, began trending downward with greater supply and less demand. Currently, we are moving towards a balanced market and sold prices are holding steady.

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Bellevue Market Update

Here’s The Breakdown For Recent Activity In Your Particular Area Homes For Sale

Homes Pended

Homes Sold

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*Data shown is for single family homes, not including waterfront, in zip codes 98039 & 98004 (West Bellevue), and 98005 & 98007 (East Bellevue) priced $1.5M+.

Comparing data from Dec 2022 & Jan 2023 from Trendgraphix.

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Business Monthly

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An interview with Andrew Hughes in advance of his North Pole expedition

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Tommy Bahama offers effortless beach-ready apparel that’s perfect for spring break!

36 Capturing Life In Perfect Light Meet Bellevue Lifestyle Photographers: Life N Light

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Eastside Heritage Center’s Early Bellevue Walking Tour

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city scene

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1: Chef Jason Wilson (L) of The Lakehouse Bellevue, Chef Maximillian Petty (R) of Eden Hill Hospitality 2: Charred Beet Salad with Vadouvan Curry, Goat Cheese, and Mint. 3: February 9, Chef Jason Wilson and Chef Maximillian Petty teamed up for Field To Table. 4: Guests gather around to take their shot at kicking a field goal. 5: The dinner tent on Lumen field for the first dining series on a professional sports field.

6: Torched Trout Mi Cuit with Fermented Wild Garlic Tartar, Trout Skin Tuile, and Sorrel Salad. 7: Torched Trout Mi Cuit. Field To Table spotlights the best of the region’s restaurant culture.

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8: Redmond Rotary organizes the ride to raise funds for local charities and international projects. 9: Stinky Spoke is a ride, not a race; suitable for riders of all ages/skill levels. 10: Stinky Spoke is a 20-mile mountain bike ride through Redmond. Riders await the starting gun.

11: Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center volunteers distribute food and drink at a support and gear stop. 12: Students from Redmond Rotary’s Interact Club at Redmond High School and their advisor greeted riders. 13: The chef at Willows Run serves riders homemade chili, cornbread, cookies. Postdoc Brewing donated beer. 14: Back at Willows Run, riders get hot lunch, cold beverages, prize drawings and silent auction.

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15: The energy in the room was contagious, 150+ guests raised paddles to support Bellevue children. 16: Event Co-Chairs Yasmin Chou, Randi Brazen, and Trish Carpenter share the impact of neighbors helping neighbors. 17: The Bellevue LifeSpring Youth Council helps make One Heart/One Community a success for Bellevue kids! 18: Bellevue LifeSpring One Circle’s One Heart/One Community raised $181,605 to fight hunger for Bellevue children. 19: Guests enjoyed mingling with their neighbors, colleagues, family, and friends! 20: Bellevue LifeSpring Executive Director Jennifer Fischer shares how the community’s support helps fight hunger. 21: Guests enjoyed Dessert Dash, a fun and exciting way to make a difference!

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22: Over 400 community leaders gathered for the BDA 49th Annual Celebration. 23: BDA Communication Coordinator Sandy Vo tells the stories of local small businesses in opening remarks. 24: Ross Jacobson accepts the John Boespflug City Builder Award. 25: Annual Celebration guests networking over drinks during social time. 26: Guests checking in and mingle before the event. 27: 2023 BDA Board Chair Trinity Parker emphasize the importance of inclusivity in Downtown Bellevue. 28: Keynote conversation featuring two respected urbanists – moderated by Putter Bert from KidsQuest Children’s Museum.

Photography by Julie Nimmergut / The Hidden Lens

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Cedar Park Christian Schools Present Live Auction Put on a derby hat, enjoy live music, a sit down dinner, and bid on incredible prizes in our live auction. For over 40 years, Cedar Park Christian Schools has served our Eastside neighbors with exemplary Christian education.

Through our distinguished academics, competitive athletics, commitment to truth, and connected community, we have led the region in affordable Christian education. 5:00 PM, April 29th, 2023. Bothell Campus, 16300 112th Ave NE, Bothell WA Email nina.tejada@cedarpark.org.

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The Matthews Group Named to Forbes BestIn-State Wealth Management List UBS Private Wealth Management announced that The Matthews Group, an advisor team in the firm’s Bellevue branch office, has been ranked the top team in Washington on the Forbes BestIn-State Wealth Management Teams list for 2023. The team was also named to the Forbes America’s Top Wealth Management Teams, Private Wealth list for 2022. The 19-member team, led by partners Michael Matthews, Tyler Matthews and Melanie Matthews, manages $2 billion in investable client assets.

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

You only live once; make the most of it! Choose your next adventure and broaden your horizons, increase your heart rate, and try something new that will fill your bucket.

Our Picks to Choose Your Next Adventure BELLEVUE ZIP TOUR : Featuring seven zip lines, two suspension bridges, and

two short hikes in an old Maple and Douglas Fir forest. Open April through October. 14509 Southeast Newport Way, Bellevue, Washington 98006 BAINBR IDGE ISLAND FER R Y: Take a daytrip to Bainbridge to see the beautiful Bloedel Reserve, eat at the Streamliner Diner, and check out the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. Pier 52, 801 Alaskan Way, Seattle, Washington 98104 SLEEPING LADY MOUNTAIN R ESOR T: Break away from the crowds and escape to this relaxing charmer, a secluded Leavenworth resort at the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. 7375 Icicle Rd Leavenworth, Washington 98826 OLALLIE STATE PAR K: Renowned for its glorious waterfalls, a great place to kick off the hiking season. Trails lead to Twin Falls, Weeks Falls and other cascading waterfalls. 51350 SE Homestead Valley Road, North Bend, Washington 98045 NOR THWEST TR EK WILDLIFE PAR K: See Northwest animals up close via walking paths, wild drive tours, and keeper adventure tours. Spend the day. Walk in the forest. Reconnect with wildlife. 11610 Trek Dr E, Eatonville, Washington 98328

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Climb Ever y Mount ain Mt. Sidley - Antarctica, highest volcano on continent

Khumbu Icefalls with the Western Cwm in the distance

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An interview with Andrew Hughes in advance of his North Pole expedition

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You’ve probably known people who challenge themselves with marathons, sales goals at work, or learning a new language. 41-yearold Andrew Hughes set a goal of climbing the Seven Summits - the highest mountains on each of the seven continents - within five years, and achieved that in May of 2021. Previously, Hughes became the first American man and third person ever to complete the Antarctica Trifecta with his climbing partner Roxanne Vogel,

by consecutively Skiing the Last Degree to the South Pole and reaching the summits of Mount Vinson (the highest mountain) and Mount Sidley (the highest volcano and one of the most remote peaks on Earth) in Antarctica during the 2019-20 season.

This April, Hughes has set his sights on reaching the North Pole on skis and completing the “Explorer’s Grand Slam” - an adventurers’ challenge to reach the North Pole, the South Pole and all

of the Seven Summits. Just over 70 people have ever completed it, and by reaching the North Pole in April 2023, Hughes will join this elite group. A dual citizen, he will become only the 19th American and 13th British/UK citizen to ever achieve this.

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nearly ten years ago and after a stormy and challenging, but successful, summit my life was set in a new direction.” He’s motivated by the promise of a meaningful impact in the world, committed to the principles of sustainability, conservation, and combating climate change. Hughes uses his expeditions to raise awareness and funds for Human Rights Watch’s work on the Environment and Human Rights.

To reach the North Pole, Hughes and his team will come up through Svalbard, Norway, the northernmost inhabited place on Earth. Each season, Barneo Ice Camp is set up on the Arctic sea ice for as long as it remains stable. Tractors are air-dropped in to build a runway so small planes can access the camp, then it’s taken down weeks later and supplies hauled away by boat when the ice becomes too dangerous to traverse. There hasn’t been an Arctic expedition season for four years due to COVID and geopolitical issues, but everything seems on track for 2023. The North Pole trip will take 9-14 days and Hughes mentions that when you’re in the Arctic, “You’re on ice the whole time, which moves and floats throughout the trip.”

Hughes says “You’re at the mercy of geopolitical events and weather in these expeditions, so I focus on what I can control: Training.” Which for this trek entails a focus on muscular endurance, meaning heavy pack work on inclines, as well as mobility training to maintain peak muscle and joint function. Using heavy sled poles in cross-country skiing helps him prepare for this extreme challenge.

He and his team will take the “Nordic approach,” pulling gear on sleds while they ski. Sub-freezing temperatures (-20 to -30F), the weight of gear, and ensuring that no one and no materials get wet are important considerations. Gear is so critical to what Hughes does in these expeditions that he is planning to launch a cold-weather adventuring gear company Another goal of Hughes’s is to help break down the socio-economic barriers that may prevent people from enjoying outdoor adventuring. “Creating paths for expanding the community and making it more inclusive” is a priority, providing greater access to our natural spaces is part of his “perpetual purpose beyond the peaks.”

Follow Andrew’s journey on Instagram @andrew_i_hughes

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“Each season, Barneo Ice Camp is set up on the Arctic sea ice for as long as it remains stable.”

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With so many amazing places to visit across the globe, Bellevue Lifestyle turned to some local proprietors for guidance. They recommended destinations both far and near, places you can make a day trip of, or those where you’ll want to plan a two-week trip.

One is reminded of the famous poem On The World, by 17th century scribe Francis Quarles: The world’s an inn; and I her guest.

I eat; I drink; I take my rest.

My hostess, nature, does deny me Nothing, wherewith she can supply me; Where, having stayed a while, I pay Her lavish bills, and go my way.

So read these travel recommendations, and enjoy the appealing photos. While it can’t be denied that the Bellevue area is full of charming restaurants and shops, lovely natural features, and the polite, kind people that characterize the Pacific Northwest, going away makes it all the more wonderful to come back again.

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“One of our favorite travel experiences has been taking some amazing cruises around the Pacific and Caribbean. It’s a great way to relax, eat, drink and explore new ports! Our all time favorite destination remains our native Mexico with all its beautiful beaches. We love enjoying the waves of the ocean while eating fresh marisco (seafood) under a palapa!”

T O P : Coco Bay, Bahamas B O T T O M : Sayulita, Mexico C I R C L E : La Paz, Baja California, Mexico

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Both Kyle and I have lived in the Seattle/Bellevue area our whole lives and love it. However, it does leave you craving sunshine a few times a year. We found ourselves traveling to Kauai repeatedly and eventually bought a little cottage so we could share our love for the island with others and enjoy a spot on the sunny west side of the island when we visit. There is something special about Kauai that brings us back over and over. It’s relaxed, casual and always so welcoming. We love sharing our house, the Nene Nest, with visitors and hearing how much they love the island as well.

If you are visiting Seattle or Bellevue, a short day trip ferry ride is fun. You can have a full view of Seattle while riding the ferry and you might be lucky enough to see whales and seals. There are a few nice harbor restaurants within walking distance of the ferry terminal on Bainbridge Island. Snoqualmie Pass is a good place for skiing if you are visiting this area during the winter season. It is also beautiful in the summertime with many good hiking opportunities there or even closer on I-90.

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Since 2017 the Life N Light team have been the lead photographers for Bellevue Lifestyle Magazine, and now also Kirkland Lifestyle Magazine. They were founded In 2016, when Jaylen Hendrickson and Easton Lemos set out to capture life through their camera lenses. Today, Life N Light is a fast growing photography collective that provides a wide range of photography services. The name “Life N Light” was derived from the simplicity of what they love doing — capturing life in perfect light.

Their style was developed from the collaboration between a technical landscape photographer and a well versed portrait photographer. When you combine the technical aspects of photography with effortless creative direction you get a style that captures the beauty and true essence of someone.

“Our passion is people. Whether it’s with our clients or our team, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We’re driven by a desire to connect, inspire, and empower people and brands through visual media,” says founder Easton Lemos.

Life N Light has a large studio in Everett where they perform editorial shoots, headshots, family portraits and more. They are also known for capturing clients in the outdoors with gorgeous Pacific Northwest views as a backdrop. Bellevue Lifestyle asked Life N Light to share some of their favorite outdoor photography tips:

TIP #1: EXPLORE DIFFERENT POINTS OF VIEW Sometimes it takes some experimenting to find the best perspective. Look for different vantage points (high, low, side to side) as the elements in the foreground could change to look more interesting.

TIP #2: SHOOT DURING SUNRISE OR SUNSET Shooting during sunrise or sunset when the light is soft and the sun is low on the horizon can bring vivid colors and dramatic shadows to the landscape.

TIP #3: USE A SUBJECT If you are exploring with someone, placing a subject in the frame can change the viewer’s perspective of the landscape’s size and scale. It can also give context to the image to create a story.

TIP #4: PLAN AHEAD OF TIME Researching the location you are exploring ahead of time can help you collect inspiration for how you want to compose the images. It can also help you figure out what gear to pack.

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Sleep Inside, Outside 4 Incredible places to (literally) sleep under the stars

Photography by Amangiri, USA

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It’s always magical to spend a night sleeping under the stars. In decades past, adventure seekers have packed the SUV or camper with tents and gear for ‘roughin’ it’ in the great outdoors. But the swanky and exploding category of luxury outdoor hotel is something to investigate for an unforgettable, next-level experience.

For those who prefer glamping rather than pitching their own tent fireside, here are a few options that incorporate sweeping views and a unique

opportunity for travelers to be more authentically embedded in the landscape of the place they’re visiting. These resorts have bucket list-worthy rooms that capture the best of both the luxury resort experience and the outdoors.

Whether you crave the dry heat of the remote Utah desert or the luminous beauty of the Northern Lights, we’ve curated a short list of some places you *must* check out.

Photography by Amangiri, USA

Amangiri, Utah In southern Utah, Amangiri is a five star resort perfect for an adventurous weekend in the desert. However, it is the simple rooms built to emphasize the beauty of Canyon Point that truly make it an incredible place to stay.

Each suite has an outdoor lounge and fireplace with private pools or rooftop terraces available too. Don’t miss a dip in the ‘gram-worthy pool, which wraps around the landscape’s curved dunes and arid plateaus.

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Photography by Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, Finland These arctic igloos make Urho Kekkonen National Park look like a dreamy winter wonderland. Snuggle up inside the glass-roofed globe and watch the dancing northern lights overhead. Get immersed in the world of northern lights, midnight sun and other miracles of this world-renowned arctic resort. Just bundle up before stepping outside – temperatures can drop to -22 degrees!

Photography by Valtteri Hirvonen

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Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza The Spanish island Ibiza boasts lush pine forests, hidden calas (cove beaches) and Hacienda Na Xamena, a resort suspended on a cliff 600 feet above the Mediterranean.

Guests flock to its spa for the eight saltwater thalassotherapy (seawater as a form of therapy) lagoons, which are linked together with waterfalls. Swim to the edge of the pool and drink in the sweeping sea vistas.

Photography Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza ©

Photography by Pacuare Lodge

Pacuare Lodge, Costa Rica This jungle hideaway is so out there, you have to whitewater raft down a river or ride a gondola to get there. A network of hanging bridges connect the villas, which have thatched roofs, plantation teak wood floors, rattan furniture and private plunge pools. In the evening, zip 400 feet down a cable for a meal at the Nest, a platform at the top of a ceiba tree, then take a night-time stroll along romantic pathways lit by candles and lanterns.

Photography by Pacuare Lodge

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

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Visit Bellevue Brewing Company in the Spring District

12190 N E DISTRICT WAY, BELL E V UE Beyond its state-of-the-art production brewery, the taproom is serving beer from 1000L copper serving tanks (ten in total), a first for King County. The Brewery also boasts a full-service dining experience, a high-end wine partnership with Efestē Winery, a fully licensed cocktail bar and a 2500 square foot beer garden overlooking a park.

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Eastside Harley’s 5th Annual Custom Bike Show

E ASTS IDE HARLEY DAVIDS ON, 235 0 1 36T H P L NE , B E L L E V UE | 6 :0 0 P M A night full of beautiful bikes, good music, food, drinks and the best company! We want to see the best looking bikes in town with categories including: Custom Bagger, Custom Build, Vintage, Best Paint, Best Harley, Best in Show, People’s Choice. Email: bikeshow@eastsideharley.com to register!

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Easter Swing West Coast Convention

H YATT R EG EN CY BELLEVUE, 9 0 0 B E L L E V UE WAY NE , B E L L E V UE Welcome to the West Coast Swing Dance event, held annually on Easter holiday weekend! Easter Swing is sponsored by the Seattle Swing Dance Club, and is entirely volunteer-run. Competitions are an exciting component of this convention and complimentary Starbucks coffee is provided for all guests in the ballroom. Check the website often for the latest news and updates! easterswing.org A P RIL 8T H

North American Rock Garden Society Annual Spring Plant Sale

BELLEVUE BOTAN ICAL GARDE N, 1 20 0 1 MA I N ST, B E L L E V UE | 1 0 :0 0 A M The Northwestern Chapter of the North American Rock Garden Society hosts this event where members bring interesting and rare plants they’ve grown and make them available for sale. Members are also present to answer questions and give advice on how to grow and maintain these specimens. More info at bellevuebotanical.org APRIL 10TH & 24TH

Women's Climb Nights at Edgeworks

E DG EWOR KS , 15600 N E 8TH ST C-1 , B E L L E V UE | 6 :0 0 P M These events focus on creating a welcoming and safe atmosphere to connect with other climbers or begin one’s climbing journey. The program offers a new place for women and underserved genders to explore the climbing environment and community. The evening typically begins with a warm up led by an instructor and an ice breaker, followed by top rope climbing.

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Nearly Dan: Definitive Tribute to the Music of Steely Dan

BAKE'S PLACE, 155 108TH AVENUE NO RT H E AST ST E . 1 1 0, B E L L E V UE | 7 :0 0 P M Experience your favorite Steely Dan hits like you've never heard them before. Experience the creative ingenuity of Nearly Dan, performing the catalog of Steely Dan with a contemporary flair. Doors open at 5pm, $45 per person added to your bill. bakesplacebellevue.com for reservations.

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Heritage Lecture Series: Logging History

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Together We Sing - Showcase and Fundraiser

R E S O NA NC E AT S O MA TOWE R S , 28 8 1 0 6T H AV E N E , B E L L E V UE | 7 :0 0 P M Join Columbia Choirs for an evening of food, drinks, and entertainment to raise money to support choral music on Seattle's Eastside. Bid on silent auction items, art pieces made by singers, and more... and have your "paddles" ready for a special Fund-A-Need donation spree to support the Steve Stevens Musical Excellence Fund. Tickets and info at eventbrite.com

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Bellevue Demonstration Garden Workshop Series: Success With Growing Lavender

B E LLEVU E DE MON STRATION GARD EN VIA ZOOM | 9:30 AM Sarah Richards, Founder of Lavender Wind Farm will share best practices for lavender cultivation, pruning, and propagation – and what to do with this versatile plant once it’s harvested. This online workshop is a continuation of those that have been held in the Lake Hills Green Belt Parks Department Ranger Station for over twenty years. bdgworkshops@gmail. com for questions A P RIL 2 9 T H

Sheep Shearing at Kelsey Creek Farm

KELSEY CREEK FARM, 410 130TH PL SE, BELLEVUE | 11:00 AM Watch the sheep being shorn of their winter coats. Enjoy wool spinning demonstrations, children's crafts, tractor-pulled wagon rides, pony rides, food, animal viewing areas, and more. Free shuttle service available at Wilburton Park & Ride and Bannerwood Sports Park. No entrance fees, costs vary for food and activities. All ages, no registration needed.

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ARTICLE BY BREE O’BRIEN PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF EASTSIDE HERITAGE CENTER

A WALK IN THE PAST Earlier Meydenbauer Bay Bridge dedication, Feb. 11, 1950. (1994.32.07)

Employees and customers at Meta Burrows Pharmacy and soda fountain, 1940’s (1996.11.107)

When one feels called to explore, the inclination can be to leave home. To go out into the world and experience a place you haven’t been before. There is immense value in those experiences - but there are other ways to explore.

Sometimes you can do so in a place you’ve been many times, right in your own backyard, but through the lens of the past. In Bellevue, that experience is made possible by the Eastside Heritage Center’s Early Bellevue Walking Tour.

It originated in 2013 as EHC and Visit Bellevue partnered in a venture supported by 4Culture to illustrate how downtown Bellevue used to be before massive development.

There are currently 24 spots on the tour and EHC is looking to expand in the future.

Andrew Walsh, EHC’s Executive Director, tells Bellevue Lifestyle that “Including these images (in the tour brochure) help to show just how much things have changed over the years, especially since a lot of the buildings mentioned are

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gone or significantly changed. It helps demonstrate just how rich and diverse the histories of downtown Bellevue and the entire Eastside are. I have lived here ten years and seen firsthand the rapid change to the area. I love to be able to provide context for folks who, like myself, see a new highrise around every corner. Rooting ourselves in the history of the region in which we live and work is critical to appreciating it today and in the future.”

EHC offers a paid guided walking tour throughout the year (scheduled on an as-needed basis), and provides free guided walking tours each summer. If you just want to explore on your own, a self-guided tour using the downloadable brochure on the EHC website eastsideheritagecenter.org can be very enlightening.

Refer to Table of Contents photo for this caption. Wright’s Barber Shop, about 1940. (Burrows Collection 1996.11BHS.23)

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