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FOU N DER O F GL A SSYBABY, LEE RH O DES , LO O KS BACK AN D GIVES TH AN KS M O DERN FLO RAL S: FLOWERS FO R KI RKL AN D AN D BE YO N D WO M EN WH O GIV E: M EET TH E LE ADERS WH O M EET N EEDS WITH I N OU R CO M MU N IT Y

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is here! Homebuyers are ready now more than ever to enjoy time under the sun with family and friends, even if it comes at a premium price. Take a look at these outdoor amenities that have buyers swooning for more!

Entertaining Spaces

We love to entertain, and during a pandemic, what better

If you really want to make your backyard shine, consider

way than to do it outside? Boost your home’s value by

a built-in entertainment system, another top-trending

creating an ultimate outdoor dining experience with a

outdoor amenity for 2022. Also on the list are wood and

built-in grill, covered pergola, seating, a serving bar and

gas fire pits, tree houses for kids, hot tubs and places for

some glamorous white lights. These show fabulously in

pets to run and play. If you can’t do them all, consider

real estate photos and buyers can’t resist!

those that best suit your space!

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Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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Luxurious Landscaping Before listing a home it is crucial to spruce up curb appeal. Simple things like creating serene garden spaces, adding fresh bark, watering grass, pressure washing, cleaning up an old shed and adding fresh paint can really set a nice mood for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. We promise you the return will be worth the work!

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Living

May 2022 PUBLISHER

Caitlin Agnew | caitlin.agnew@citylifestyle.com EDITOR IAL COOR DINATOR

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The Women’s Issue

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Our May issue is dedicated to celebrating the women who have made their mark in our community in one way or another. Regardless of age and background, these leaders embody boldness, creativity, generosity – all while being compassionate and kind. Working with all of them on this issue was inspiring to our whole team! In a world that thrives on competition, let’s take time to encourage each other, appreciate the beauty in everyone and lift each other up, perhaps even a stranger. I also encourage you to take time to reflect on the inspirational women in your own life and reach out to them to thank them for their impact on your life. This month is also Mother’s Day, and a special one for me as it’s my first Mother’s Day after giving birth to my baby girl. But having celebrated Mother’s Day in years prior, I know the day is not just about being a biological mother –there are mothers who have adopted children, grandmothers, stepmothers, aunties, dog moms, and more. We hope this month you take time celebrate the women in your life!

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inside the issue The Ladies’ Issue

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D E PA RTM E NTS

19 Flowers for Kirkland and Beyond

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Local Experiences

Now Open

Inspired By

Local Limelight

Events

Culinary Creations

Kirkland Lifestyle Interviews Angelina Prikhodko, Owner of Fleur Studio

24 Dear Younger Self

Glassybaby founder, Lee Rhodes, Looks Back and Gives Thanks

30 Women Who Give

These Leaders Inspire a Sense of Shared Responsibility to Meet Needs Within our Community

42 Cheers, Ladies!

This Spring Cocktail is Perfect for Celebrating the Ladies in your Life

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city scene

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1: Jason & Deborah Wilson co-owners of Lakehouse at Savor Life Save a Life Campaign Launch 2: Bloodworks Northwest launches Savor Life. Save a Life. campaign partnering with local culinary industry 3: Savor Life. Save a Life. coalition gathered for the campaign launch event 4: Members of the culinary industry and Bloodworks representatives gathered around the table to discuss the need for blood donations 5: Curt Bailey president & CEO Bloodworks Northwest addresses friends and supporters at the Savor Life Save a Life Campaign Launch 6: Delicious fare by Chef Jason Wilson at the Savor Life Save a Life Campaign Launch 7: Blood recipient, Amanda Kelly, thanks campaign partners for helping save lives like hers

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1: Opening night of art exhibit by Caitlin Agnew at NYB Gallery. Artworks on display through May. 2: Owner of NYB Gallery, Nayoung Buchan, with Jenny Duntz 3: Opening night of art exhibit by Caitlin Agnew at NYB Gallery. Artworks on display through May. 4: Kim Johnson Woo, Caitlin Agnew (featured artist), Christy Wilson Haacke 5: Britt Wibmer at opening night of art exhibit by Caitlin Agnew at NYB Gallery. 6: Gene Juarez and guest viewing Caitlin Agnew's solo exhibit at NYB Gallery. 7: Jaurdey Samuel, Caitlin Agnew (featured artist), and Nayoung Buchan (NYB Gallery Owner)

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

MorningStar of Kirkland Celebrates Grand Opening MorningStar of Kirkland Senior Living hosted its grand opening of their new residential mid-rise, offering 152 apartments for 55+ independent living. “Our goal is to elevate senior living by offering a community that promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle and a true sense of family...” said Ken Jaeger, Founder/CEO of MorningStar. MorningStar is projected to add 55 jobs to the local economy while providing an essential solution to meet area demand for quality retirement living.

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Amazon Welcomes 7 Local Artists to Bring Inspiration to Employees Amazon’s 2022 Artist in Residence program will feature seven artists (Robb Kunz, Katie Miller, Anna Mlasowsky, Barry Johnson, Jite Agbro, Moses Sun, Alice Gosti) from the Greater Puget Sound area. Now in its fifth year, the Amazon Artist in Residence program provides local artists with a $15,000 grant, 10 weeks of studio space in the company’s Seattle or Bellevue offices, and an opportunity to connect with Amazon employees by sharing their artistic inspiration and process.

Featured Artist Jite Agbro

Treat Mom for Mother’s Day And Support Women Owned Businesses Take the special woman in your life out on the town in Kirkland while also supporting Kirkland’s many women owned businesses. Grab a stylish outfit and classy wares at Divalani Style or Walla Walla Clothing Co. Rejuvenate and get pampered at Skintegrity or Jo.Z Beauty and Wellness. At the end of the day, grab a cocktail at Bottle & Bull or Vovina. There’s so much to enjoy in Kirkland – we can’t wait to see you!

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Leavenworth's Traditional Maifest Celebration This annual Bavarian tradition returns to welcome the Spring, this year with expanded entertainment including traditional Maipole dancing and Festzug march through downtown; a cider sip; fun run; Mother’s Day flowers and treats; chainsaw carvers and live German music and performers. No longer just one weekend, Maifest activities and events will take place on every weekend in May! Visit leavenworth.org/ maifest for more information.

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

Grab a friend and enjoy a day out brunching, shopping, enjoying the outdoors and visiting the many things to do in our city. Whether it’s an outdoor patio, an art gallery or boutique shopping you prefer, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Gals on the Town WOODINVILLE WINE COUNTR Y: Intimate, unhurried, and accessible. Woodinville is where wine lovers from around the globe gather to taste Washington's legends and discover new favorites. 14700 148th Ave Ne, Woodinville , WA HEAR TH: Posh Heathman Hotel venue serving up wood-fired New American plates & cocktails in a sleek interior. 220 Kirkland Avenue Kirkland, WA PUR POSE BOUTIQUE: We create a girlfriend style shopping experience with products that change lives! A percentage of every sale is donated to Rescue: Freedom International to fight human trafficking. 11901 NE Village Plaza, Suite 180, Kirkland, WA POP CULTUR E CHAMPAGNE BAR : The Champagne and Sparkling Wine Bar you've been waiting for! In the heart of downtown Kirkland! Unique, fun and unpretentious. All the fizz without the fuss! 42 Lakeshore Plaza, Kirkland , WA MAR YMOOR PAR K CONCER TS: Open-air performance venue, with a variety of food trucks, hosting an annual summer concert series. 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA

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Spring Planting Guide:

Refreshing your Planters I had the pleasure of interviewing long-time friend and local horticulturist, Dana Nunnelly, on best practices to consider when refreshing your containers.

Do you recommend updating your planters seasonally?

Photography courtesy of Dana Nunnelly

Yes, definitely – that’s the fun of containers! At a minimum, I like to create spring and fall refreshes for my clients, but in an ideal world, you would aim to make three seasonal changes. These would include a more autumnal color scheme, (think orange and gold), before switching to red tones after Hallow’een and Thanksgiving that would carry your seasonal design through Valentine’s Day into spring.

What’s your creative approach when designing planters? There is a time-tested trick when designing containers. Think: “Thriller - Filler – Spiller.” The Thriller is the plant placed in the center

Are there plants you prefer to use and why?

of the container, which is usually taller than the rest. This could range

I prefer to go with Northwest Natives as much as I can and I live

to Canna Lilies or larger Begonias for spring and summer The Fillers

by the motto “Right Plant – Right Place”, which sets things up for

are the blooms planted around the center plant. Depending on the

success. One of my top tips is to plant bulbs in the soil of your fall

chosen centerpiece, I like to add color and texture variations here

plantings that will pop up seasonally such as Daffodils, Tulips and

that play off the main plant. The Spillers then go around the edges

Snow Drops early spring. Otherwise, Evergreen shrubs such as the

of the container and cascade down over the sides, such as Ipomea,

from small conifers or maples, to Camellias for fall and winter; and

Camellia Sasanquas are one of my favorite go-tos as they bloom in the winter adding a burst of color.

One of my main conundrums is how to ensure proper drainage in my planters. Do you have any top tips for that? Check your soil first, as it can get compacted and should be refreshed. I always use an organic potting soil. Plants need soil that is approximately 50% minerals and organic matter, 25% water and 25% air - it’s the air that really helps with proper drainage. Potting soil usually has enough perlite in it to create enough air flow. If you’re using fresh organic potting soil and you’re still experiencing drainage issues, you can buy extra perlite and mix that into the soil, for optimal drainage.

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About Dana Nunnelly: Dana is a Certified Professional Horticulturist and has won awards for design gardens at the NW Flower & Garden Show held annually in Seattle. The focus for her business is garden coaching, containers and fine

Marilisa is a Kirkland-based realtor operating across the Greater

pruning. For business enquiries please contact: dana@

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marketing and design. She is accredited in negotiation, building green and staging. Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

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Flowers for Kirkland and Beyond

KIRKLAND LIFESTYLE INTERVIEWS ANGELINA PRIKHODKO, OWNER OF FLEUR STUDIO, ON THE BUSINESS, THE FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS AND THE FUTURE OF FLEUR

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What inspired you to start a flower shop? When I asked my mom if she knew I’d ever open a flower shop she said, “when you were little, anywhere we would go, you’d come back and bring me a bouquet of flowers or weeds.” So I’m guessing it was always there. As soon as I started working with flowers, I realized how beautiful each one is, how unique and special, which taught me to see so much beauty and uniqueness in people, situations and places. As far as what inspired me, I’ve always been an entrepreneur and dreamed of opening a few businesses. I officially opened an online, out-of-garage business as a florist about five years ago, and the time came to open a storefront as a flower shop. I didn’t want Fleur studio to only be mine though, which is why I added studio. I wanted it to be a place for creativity to flow out of, not just from flowers, but from photographers, events, coordinators, other florists, artists, painters, and so on.

to baskets. Individuals will learn how to create a color scheme and correctly fill a vase with flowers, the process and steps to make an arrangement, and different tips and tricks for how to open the flowers up to look fuller and to help them live longer.

Tell me about your workshops, what can you teach someone who doesn’t know anything about floral arrangements? I am so excited to start hosting seasonal workshop and workshops curated for Mothers and Father’s Days. In these classes I chose to do different styles of arrangements: from hand held, to wrapped, to vases, to boxes,

Any new plans for the studio in the near future? So many plans, but I am taking this a day at a time. For now, the nearest plan would be to have summer markets with a Pike Place feel, and live music sessions – I want to host Saturday evening live music and welcome Seattle artists to perform at the studio.

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How would you describe the style of the floral arrangements you create? I would describe my style as European inspired. I was born in Belarus and a lot of my fashion, interior design and floral design is inspired by the city of Moscow, and Russian and European culture. I also love architecture and am always inspired by buildings and structures, so I try to apply architecture to my floral arrangements. Making one flower taller than the others, or making them look like they would if they were growing out of the ground. Nature, flowers and plants have their own flow to them, and I try to capture that flow in my arrangements.

Angelina Prikhodko, owner of Fleur Studio

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dear younger self...

GLASSYBABY FOUNDER, LEE RHODES, LOOKS BACK AND GIVES THANKS

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“Slow down a little. Take time to reflect and plan. Take risks that may lead to mistakes, and then learn from those

Dear Younger Self: First of all, this is a thank you letter: thank you for being you, the person who has become me! Along the way I’ve learned many things that I wish I knew when I was your age — too many to count. So the first thing I want to tell you is: slow down a little. Take time to reflect and plan. Take risks that may lead to mistakes, and then learn from those mistakes. One mistake I always used to make was comparing myself with people: beautiful women in magazines, people who seemed successful and perfect… It took me a long time to learn that those people are more than the image that they show you. They struggle, too. You don’t need to be like the person you think they are — you need to be you. And when you’re you, the truest you, then you are able to tell your story. There’s an authentic story in your heart, and even though only you can tell it, it will resonate with other hearts, and help them grow. That’s what people want: underneath all of the beauty and money and social status, people want their hearts to resonate with others, and to grow. That’s why your story is the key to your success. Love, Lee

Lee Rhodes is the founder of Glassybaby, the colorful hand-blown glass cups that often are purchased not only for decoration, but to commemorate life events: births, deaths, struggles, separations and triumphs. Founded in 2001, along with the Glassybaby Foundation, which receives a donation from each Glassybaby purchase to provide hope and healing to people, animals, and our planet. What started in Seattle, Washington, has since expanded through the Seattle area, and further. Stop by the Eastside location in Bellevue on Main Street.

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THESE LEADERS INSPIRE A SENSE OF SHARED RESPONSIBILITY TO MEET NEEDS WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY ARTICLE BY BREE O'BRIEN AND HEIJA NUNN | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF THE INTERVIEWEES

A Memphis native, Dr. Cushinberry has called the Pacific Northwest home since she was named CEO of HopeLink in the spring of 2021. She has 25 years of experience in the non-profit sector. How did you first become involved in non-profit management? While I was in college, an acquaintance working in my home church wanted to start a summer camp program for inner city youth and tapped me to manage it. What inspires you to do this kind of work? Growing up, my family and I benefitted from non-profit programs like HopeLink until my mother became the first in our family to graduate from college. I strive to be a competitive leader, leading from a place of passion. How does HopeLink serve its clients? We work with hundreds of organizations across the North End and the Eastside on issues like providing food and transportation options to those in need, stabilizing families and helping them exit poverty, energy and rental assistance, and education. Across all of our programming, what matters most is serving our clients with dignity and seeing their humanity. What changed for HopeLink over the course of the pandemic? Need increased, particularly with regard to food insecurity, and assistance with energy and rent. Pre-boxed food was put together at our facility in Kirkland and shipped out to other locations to meet the need. We saw government support increase as well as support from the community, which was heartening.

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Dr. Catherine Cushinberry CEO of HopeLink

Samantha St. John

Samantha served on the board of Attain Housing for five years (until 2021), including a stint as Board President. Kirkland born and raised, Samantha has had a varied career including retail and restaurant management and a tech startup before joining the Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce in 2013, becoming CEO in 2017. What inspires you to give back in the way that you do? While I was on the board of Attain Housing, I saw the human impacts of the housing crisis up close. I was very passionate about the Stable Home eviction prevention program. While band-aid solutions are needed, I like to put my energy toward solving problems by addressing the root cause.

What challenges in the Kirkland area does the Chamber make a priority? Housing is a big one – particularly workforce housing affordability. The Chamber pursues market-based solutions to tackle the housing shortage. Transportation is another one, like how to improve the gridlock on 405. We also partner with the LWSD College and Career Readiness program where we can evaluate community needs and how to serve them so kids have what they need to achieve future success. What do you enjoy about working for the Chamber? As I’ve worked here for several years, it’s been really fun to see this Chamber grow and change and join the digital age. The Chamber is more than just a business organization, we really have a heart for the local community. CONTINUED > MAY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

Dhaarmika Coelho

Founder, Camp Kindness Counts

Camp Kindness Counts provides children, youth, parents and caregivers with resources to help them thrive and service experiences that help better the health and happiness of both individuals and the community. What do you find most challenging and/or rewarding about the work you do? The most challenging part of my work is convincing people about the power of kindness. Kindness involves the curiosity to wonder what you can do to make a difference, the empathy to understand a different perspective or feeling, the compassion towards ourselves in challenging times, and so much more. Witnessing a child feel a sense of purpose and joy from a kind action they performed is the most rewarding feeling in the world. How do you connect the community to your mission? We have provided enrichment to camps for all community members, for more than 8 years. Our programs and resources include character development and service-learning components; Family Service Projects, free parenting workshops on character development and free virtual workshops sharing ways to support the community as a Kindness Ambassador. As a parenting partner of UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, we have developed the Kind World Explorers character development curriculum. What are you most excited about right now? Honestly, right now, I am most excited about creating sustainable ways to nurture and spread kindness! We are involving and teaching interested role models and gifting community members with free guides and resources to help them get started.

“I am most excited about creating sustainable ways to nurture and spread kindness!”

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Dominique Alex

Chief Program Officer, Mary’s Place Supporting women, children, and families to find safe, inclusive shelter and services on their journey out of homelessness.

“Witnessing the commitment and love our front line staff share with our guests, through this pandemic and at great personal sacrifice, is incredibly rewarding!”

What do you find most challenging and/or rewarding about the work you do? Our greatest challenge is keeping up with the growing need, right now that’s rental assistance to keep families in their homes as the eviction moratoriums end. Witnessing the commitment and love our front line staff share with our guests, through this pandemic and at great personal sacrifice, is incredibly rewarding! How do you connect the community to your mission? Our caring and generous Eastside neighbors share our passion to ensure that no child sleeps outside. They have been stopping by to donate, volunteer, and welcome us! What are you most excited about right now? Continuing to grow and lean into our work of centering equity and guest voice to improve our services. CONTINUED > MAY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

Arlene Hampton

Senior Site Director, Mary's Place Family Center

Supporting families in shelter to find the stability and resources they need to move back into permanent housing. What do you find most challenging and/or rewarding about the work you do? Our greatest challenge is knowing that our brand-new family center is already full, and that there are still families and children outside in cars and tents. When we see a family achieve their dream of home, we all celebrate and do a happy dance! It’s incredibly rewarding and why we do this work. How do you connect the community to your mission? We invite our neighbors in to meet our families! Come in and help serve a meal, clean & organize, support a family’s housing search, or just say hello – you can change a life with your gift of time! What are you most excited about right now? Collaborating with partner organizations on the Eastside to provide shelter and services for families here.

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“When we see a family achieve their dream of home, we all celebrate and do a happy dance!”

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Founder and Film Director, No More Under

No More Under (NMU), a non-profit organization focused on water safety and drowning prevention. The documentary film Chezik produced and directed, Drowning in Silence, is about her journey of grief, channeled into purpose, after her son drowned. She traveled the country interviewing thought leaders, doctors, and families who have faced a similar tragedy as well as sharing an intimate look into her journey of healing. What do you find most challenging and/or rewarding about the work you do? The most challenging part of my work is that it’s based in grief. I talk about swimming and drowning daily. Somehow, that is also the most rewarding part of this work as it’s based on my son Yori’s story and his legacy.

How do you connect the community to your mission? We were able to work with the City of Bellevue last year to organize temporary life jacket loaner stations at our beaches. This initiative was so successful that we are partnering with them again this year, as well as local architecture nonprofit, The Loft Project, to make loaner stations permanent. We also partner with pediatricians to disperse water safety information and have a teen ambassador program. What are you most excited about right now? I’m most excited about Drowning in Silence and NMU’s Learn to Swim program. The film is on the festival circuit right now and it’s been an incredible experience. No More Under is partnering with Waterbabies, the YMCA, and Bellwether Housing for our Learn to Swim program, which provides children with free swimming lessons and resources, such as swimsuits. Learn more at: nomoreunder. org and drowninginsilence.org. MAY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / KI R KL A N D

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Parklane Gallery Presents Rachel Muller and Aziza Saliev

PA RKLAN E GALLERY - 130 PARK L N, KI R K L A ND, WA 9 8 0 33 Parklane Gallery presents a show by Rachel Muller and Aziza Saliev. Muller presents "Marine Life" and Saliev presents "Still in Her World." This show runs until May 1, 2022. Artwork will be available both in the gallery Thurs-Sun and anytime at parklanegallery.org/store.

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Mother's Day Half & 5k

JUAN ITA BEACH PAR K - 9703 J UA NI TA DR NE , K I R KL A ND, WA 9 8 0 34 The Kirkland Mother's Day Half Marathon & 5K is a Kirkland Mother's Day tradition. Runners and walkers of all skill levels participate in this scenic and supportive running and walking event. Both the half marathon and the 5K courses incorporate a challenging and rewarding route that includes picturesque views along the shores of Lake Washington. To register visit orcarunning.com/mothers-day-half.

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Be Bold Now 2022

SEATTLE TOWN HALL / VIRTUA L - 1 1 1 9 8T H AV E , S E AT T L E , WA 9 8 1 0 1 Be Bold Now is an event where women share stories of courage, inspiration, and support. International Women’s Day has been celebrated around the world for 113 years to shine a light on women’s achievements and the work that still needs to be done to create equity for all women and girls around the globe. We are so excited to be offering in-person tickets again as well as a virtual live broadcast option.

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Seattle World Whiskey Day 2022

REDMON D DOWN TOWN PAR K - 1 6 1 0 1 NE , R E DMO ND WAY, R E DMO ND, WA 9 8 0 5 2 Come join us at the 4th Annual Seattle World Whisky Day! We are kicking off a week-long celebration for World Whisky Day with SWWD in Redmond Downtown Park! Enjoy different whiskies from over 20 distilleries, live music, and bites. Find more info on MasterClasses and special experiences the week following SWWD on our website - seattleworldwhiskyday.com

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First Annual Tea Party: A Fundraiser Event

T HE VAULT - 223 10TH ST. S O UT H K I R KL A ND, WA 9 8 0 34 We focus on creating community awareness by bringing women together for unique and fun fundraising events. These events benefit our Benevolent Fund that supports the legal services for women and children in need. The signature Little Black Dress Party™ aspires to provide an opportunity for women to get out, get dressed up and have fun, while at the same time increasing their awareness and inspiring them to give back.

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Homeward Pet Fur Ball Auction & Dinner

MEY DEN BAUER CEN TER - 1110 0 NE 6T H ST, B E L L E V UE , WA 9 8 0 0 4 Homeward Pet’s Fur Ball is a celebration for the animals. A group of like minded guests come together to support the care and adoption of the homeless cats and dogs in our community, giving them each a second chance at life and love. With delicious food and wines, silent and live auctions, fun raffles and games and appearances by Homeward Pet dogs and cats.

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