This Week in Kirkland

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$500 Rebates to Plant Trees, Plus Get Kirkland Ca$h if you L'Experience Paris (while supplies last) - October 2, 2025 Oct 02, 2025

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Johannes Bonin, Executive Chef at L’Experience Paris, shares tales spanning from a London Michelin-star kitchen to Dubai’s pastry scene, and why he chose Kirkland for his latest culinary adventure. Plus, Houghton Beach reopens, Harvest Festival fun, Fringe Festival kicks off, and a new tool called Rep’d makes it easier to get answers from your City. Learn how to snag a $500 tree rebate, what’s coming up at Council, free CPR training, fire safety tips, and fall events you won’t want to miss!

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251002

Act Now: 2 Free Tickets to Fringe Kickoff Concert + Fun Ways Fringe Will Surprise and Delight - September 25, 2025 Sep 25, 2025

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David Lynx, Executive Director of the Kirkland Arts Center, talks about Kirkland's first Fringe Festival and how to join in this creative celebration. Plus, Houghton Beach closed at least one more week. Plan for CKC detours for pipe repair in South Kirkland. Get a free gun lockbox at our giveaway event. Shape the vision for the Green Loop. Obey the rules with political signs. Learn together with Week Without Driving. Attend the quarterly project meeting about I-405 and NE 85th St Interchange project. Upcoming events, and more.

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250925

The Voice Finalist Lucia Flores-Wiseman Shares Her Story - September 18, 2025 Sep 18, 2025

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Lucia Flores-Wiseman tell us about her journey and the soulful stories behind her voice. Plus, this week's beach water updates. Emergency proclamation for pipe repair work along the CKC. Could you go a whole week without driving? Take part in National Preparedness Month. Join the City of Kirkland team. Stay up to date with City Council. Upcoming events, and more!

Show notes links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250918

$1,000 Rebate for Cleaner, Smarter Energy at Home - September 11, 2025 Sep 11, 2025

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David Barnes shares how PSE customers can get $1000 now and $500 per year with this energy hack. Plus, beach closures. Plan your weekend with Umbrella Fringe Festival. See how your business can get the energy savings (like the City did!). Don't head to the pool as the season is over. Get back to school help at the Library. Stay up to date with City Council. Get crisis support with 988. Attend a workshop to start a career in EMS and Fire. KFD assisting with WA wildfires. Upcoming events, and more.

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250911

10 Must-Do Experiences at City Hall for All This Year - September 4, 2025 Sep 04, 2025

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Guests Daniel Lazo, Erika Mascorro, Ryan Fowler, Kristina Hudson, and Gena Jain share the details of what's in store at City Hall for All. Spoiler - it's A LOT! Plus, Juanita Beach re-opens to swimming. Get excited for Umbrella Fringe Festival. Become a steward with Green Kirkland Partnership. Stay up to date on City Council. Get prepared this National Preparedness Month. Upcoming events and more!

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250904

What’s Waiting for Teens at KTUB (Hint: More Than You Think) Aug 28, 2025

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Katelyn Mullikin, Counselor with Youth Eastside Services at KTUB, shares about the counseling, crafting, music, and more that is available at KTUB. Plus, Juanita Beach is closed, and Houghton Beach is open. What the City is doing to deter birds at the beach. A new partnership with King County Sexual Assault Resource Center. Reminder of School Zone safety cameras and rules of the road. Items upcoming at Council. Tale of the snapping turtle at Juanita Beach, upcoming events, and more!

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250828

From Dream to Storefront, and How You Can Get There Too Aug 21, 2025

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Mo Hercules, co-owner of The Remontant, shares the inspiring story behind launching her business in Kirkland, and tells how you can score free Kirkland Ca$h when you visit. Plus, Houghton Beach is closed. Upcoming Labor Day City Hall closure, travel tips, and home safety reminders. A welcome to our new Fire Department Deputy Chief. An opportunity to care for Kirkland parks. Upcoming events, and more!

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250821

Got Beach Closure Questions? We've Got Answers - August 14, 2025 Aug 14, 2025

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Daniel Nidzgorski from King County water testing takes us behind the scenes of testing our beach water and answers your top questions, busts some myths, and shares three tips every beachgoer should know. Plus, stay out of the water at Houghton Beach. Get ready for Parks recreation registration. A fond farewell to Chief of Police Cherie Harris. Join the Community Police Academy, Gun Safety Class, and Coffee with a Cop. Become a steward with Green Kirkland Partnership. Learn the rules of vegetation trimming. Experience our Waste Station pilot program in action. Upcoming events, and more.

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250814

3 Smart Moves for Kirkland's Small Business Owners - August 7, 2025 Aug 07, 2025

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Christian Lash, Special Projects Coordinator, shares about Co‑Working Day and what support is available for your business ideas. Plus, latest beach closure info. A look at recent KPD headlines and how officers are working to keep our community safe. Last chance to apply for event grant funding. Celebrate National Farmers Market Week. Stay up to date with City Council. Donate blood, help save a life, and win big. Celebration of past events, upcoming events, and more!

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250807

Of Cadets, Cars, and the Next Generation of Law Enforcement - July 31, 2025 Jul 31, 2025

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Officer Tiffany Trombley and Cadet Sergeant Ethan Keegan join us to talk about Kirkland’s annual Cadets Benefit Car Show. Plus, Houghton Beach closes and Juanita Beach opens. Mark your calendars for the International Night Market. Stay up to date with City Council. Know what to do in a disaster with CERT classes. Recycle batteries, textiles, lightbulbs, plastic film, and more the right way with our handy guide. Get outdoors with Green Kirkland Partnership. Upcoming events, and more.

Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250731