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October 17, 2024 - TWIK Oct 17, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David remind you to get your ballot in. Plus, info on the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill. Practice pedestrian safety this October and Halloween. A Council meeting recap. Provide feedback on the city's Commute Trip Reduction Plan. Join the Cultural Arts Commission, the Tourism Development Committee, or the Senior Council. Share your vision for an official Kirkland flag. Submit your pet costume photos to our #KirklandPetTags contest for a chance to win $50 Kirkland Ca$h. Donate blood and enter to win a trip to Las Vegas. Special guest: Anna Heckman, Environmental Program Coordinator, chats Kirkland Arbor Day and all things trees!

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October 10, 2024 - TWIK Oct 10, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David challenge you to a Budget Pop Quiz. Plus, party at the Pee Wee Monster Bash. Upcoming at City Council. Celebrate Green Kirkland Week and Arbor Day. Recycle your electronic waste. Check your smoke alarm batteries for Fire Prevention Week. Post your pet 'howl'oween costume photos for a chance to win. Donate blood and save a life. Mark your calendars for Dia de los Muertos event. Special guest: Carly Pacekonis, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, brings helpful and actionable tips for staying prepared and getting ready for the Great Shake Out drill.
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October 3, 2024 - TWIK Oct 03, 2024

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This week Jim, David, and Anthony invite you to design a Kirkland Flag. Plus, October events like Harvest Festival, Arbor Day, and Dia de los Muertos. Catch a movie with Wheels and Reels. Learn something new at the educational signs in Juanita Beach Park. And more! Special guests: Gianna Stagnaro and Tracy Harrison, Program Coordinators with Parks and Community Services, talk Harvest Festival and what goes into planning a big community event!

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September 26, 2024 - TWIK Sep 26, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to the Harvest Festival. Plus, get your business certified to win bids for state-funded projects. Join the Youth Council. Or join the Senior Council. Stay out of the water at Houghton Beach one more week. Hear what's coming up at City Council. Wrap up preparedness month with your neighbors. Improve transportation in Kirkland by giving feedback on the Transportation Strategic Plan. Get help with utility bills with the Low Income Support Program. Special guest: Antionette Smith, Human Services Coordinator, tells all about how to get check ups and vaccines at the upcoming Health and Wellness Fair.
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September 19, 2024 - TWIK Sep 19, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and Anthony invite you to the Kirkland Cadets Benefit Car Show. Recapping City Hall For All, the KTUB Grand Re-Opening Celebration, and the latest City Council Meeting. Houghton Beach closed to water activities. Mark your calendars for Health and Wellness Fair. Fall favorite: Kirkland's Costume Swap. Road closure at 124th Ave NE. Upcoming info meeting for I405 at NE 85th St. An invitation to take part in the Energy Smart Eastside Heat Pump. How to be informed for Nation Preparedness Month. The Leaf Blower Trade-in, Wheels and Reels, Future Women in Fire and Medial Services Workshop, and other upcoming events. Special guest: Ryean-Marie Tuomisto, Water Quality Program Coordinator shares how anyone can help our storm water system!
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September 12, 2024 - TWIK Sep 12, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate and David (with much excitement) invite you to City Hall for All. Plus, thank the women in law enforcement. Remembering September 11th. What's coming up at City Council. Upcoming Salary Commission public meeting. Kirkland Teen Union Building is open and popping. Get more prepared this National Preparedness Month. Reach out this National Suicide Prevention Week. Become a steward with Green Kirkland Partnership. Visit Juanita Friday Market before the season ends. Help paint a community mural at Totem Lake Park. Special guest: Daniel Lazo, Senior Community Engagement Coordinator, shares the looong list of activities at this year's City Hall for All!
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September 5, 2024 - TWIK Sep 05, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to volunteer at City Hall For All and the Green Kirkland Stewardship. A City Council Recap. Reduce waste at our Costume Swap. Join us at the Senior Resource Fair. A reminder of the BYOC Contest ending soon, including the grand prize (e-bike!). An opportunity to recycle hard-to-get-rid-of items at our Recycle Right Event. Be ready for National Preparedness Month. Upcoming events: See Spot Splash, The Kirkland Cadet Benefit Car Show, & the Electric Leaf Blower Trade-in. Special guest: Councilmember Jon Pascal, shares stories of his experience before council (feeding wild bears!), and what brought him to join the Council.
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August 29, 2024 - TWIK Aug 29, 2024

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This week David, Kate, and Anthony invite you to the Kirkland Teen Union Building opening. Plus, Labor Day closure. Upcoming at City Council. Reminder to yield to emergency vehicles. Enjoy cars and BBQ at the Kirkland Cadet Benefit Car Show. Get utility help with the Low Income Support Program. Submit your non-profit for a community fundraising opportunity. Mark your calendars for upcoming events. Special guest: Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer, shares about the Community Police Academy and invites you to sign up and learn about KPD operations.
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August 22, 2024 - TWIK Aug 22, 2024

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This week David, Kate, and Anthony invite you to City Hall for All. Plus, safety reminders for the start of school. Trade in for an electric leaf blower. Book a group trip with Community Van. Donate blood and enter to win $$. Reserve a time at See Spot Splash. Learn CPR. Connect with resources at the Health and Wellness Fair. Special guests: Theresa Vander Vaart, Recreation Supervisor, and Drew Bylow, Program Coordinator, get pumped for the re-opening of the Kirkland Teen Union Building (KTUB).
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August 15, 2024 - TWIK Aug 15, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David invite you to sign up for the Kirkland Initiative. A few ribbon-cutting recaps: the new Connections crisis center and the Houghton Park & Play. Houghton Beach reopened. Registrations for See Spot Splash and Park's Fall and Winter Recreation. Washington State's Polystyrene ban. Upcoming events: Emergency preparedness for seniors and Hand Mending & Embroidery for Beginners. Special guest: Councilmember Neal Black, shares how his passions led him to Kirkland!
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