Can anyone tell me why they put these trees in the Sunset Creek restoration? Slow down the water?

Don’t get me wrong, i don’t mind the mild days we’ve been having so far this fall, but has anyone else noticed we’re behind the 30 day average rainfall by a few inches?

-2-3” between a few eastside cities when i checked this morning.

Besides gardening and landscaping issues, at our lower elevation is there anything else to prepare for or are things mostly ok as long as the mountains get sufficient rain?

Edit: aware it’s a super El Niño year, but thought that mean warmer temps (less snow), not necessarily less rain.

Thanks!

Not talking about bars, just somewhere to grab coffee or dessert and hang out after 10. There are a few places around, but it seems like the options get pretty limited.

Big weekend plans for northbound I-405 in Bellevue. We're talking fresh pavement, concrete panels and a new overhead sign structure.

HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT:

Starting at 11 p.m. TONIGHT (Friday, Oct. 16), all lanes of northbound I-405 will close between SE 8th St. and NE 4th Street until 4 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19.

The following ramps will also close:

• SE 8th St. on-ramp to northbound I-405
• Northbound I-405 off-ramp to NE 4th St./NE 8th St. (Exit 13 A/B)

WHY, YOU ASK?

Crews will be paving, installing concrete panels and setting an overhead sign structure as part of the I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project.

OKAY, BUT HOW DO I GET AROUND?

Signed detours will be in place throughout the closure (we've attached a map of the detour route ).

If you're traveling through Bellevue this weekend, check the real-time travel map, know your route before heading out and (we can't stress this enough) give yourself some EXTRA TIME.

How is there no Krispy Kreme donuts on the Eastside? Feel like they would clean up

See future events at newbellevue.com/events

10/16 Mini City Hall will host an ICHS expert who can assist anyone with health insurance questions, including those related to the recent Apple Health eligibility changes. 10am-1pm (link link, from Neighborhood News) - recurs on Fridays

10/16-10/18 Curated Group Show at Made in Washington in Bellevue Square, 10am-9pm (link) - part of Refract Glass Festival, which has many opportunities to see artist studios and watch glass-blowing all weekend, spanning Issaquah, Redmond, Bainbridge Island, Tacoma, and Everett

10/16-10/26 Living Roots exhibition at Yuan Ru Art Center, 11am (link) - Kolam making live demonstration at 11:30am

10/16 R13 Trunk Show at Gin & the Banker, 11am-5pm

10/16 Make-a-Wish's Wish Heroes Luncheon at Meydenbauer Center, 11:30am

10/16 The Annual: Women’s Health, All in One Place with the Style Collective in Medina, $99, 11:30am-3pm (link) - optional pre-event session starts at 10:15am

10/16 Ladies' Cha Cha classes at Dovgan Dance, $35 (there's a 2 for 1 deal) 12:30 and 5:30pm (link) - on Fridays through 12/11

10/16 Pine Needle Hand Brooms workshop at Bellevue Botanical Garden, $85 (discount for BBG members) 1-3:30pm (link)

10/16 Pichwai painting screening at Yuan Ru Art Center, free, 1-2pm (link)

10/16 Energy Efficiency Bingo at Crossroads Community Center, 2-2:30pm, followed by a half hour presentation on the bill assistance and energy efficiency program, and help signing up for programs like bill assistance, flex rewards, and energy assessments until 4pm. You will need information about your PSE account and resident birthdates.

10/16 Eastside Startup - Walk and Talk for Founders / Startup Enthusiasts / Investors at Downtown Park, 2:30-3:30pm (link)

10/16 Garden Baubles in Bulrush workshop at Bellevue Botanical Garden, $85 (discount for BBG members) 4-6:30pm (link)

10/16 한국어 스토리타임 / Korean Story Time at Newport Way Library, 4:45-5:30pm (link) - on Fridays through 12/18, but not on 11/13

10/16 American Red Cross Lifeguarding class at Bellevue Club, $285, 5-10pm (link) - also 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18, and 12/28

10/16 Sound Generations Golden Gala in Seattle, 5-7:30pm (link)

10/16 Mara & The Charm: Rock with a Wild Heart at Bake's Place, 6-7:30 and 8:30-10pm (link) - seatings start at 5pm and 8pm

10/16 Community Night at Crossroads: Pumpkin Painting, free, 6-8pm (link)

10/16 Cafe Hagen DJ Night (Atlan B2B Kobster Jam Jalone), 6-10pm - happy hour prices all night

10/16 Bingo Night fundraiser to support the North Bellevue Community Center, ages 6+ welcome, $10 per card (cash), doors open at 6:30, 7-8:30pm (link)

10/16 Community Night at Highland Community Center, 6:30pm (link) - movie night with Toy Story 5 and popcorn, family basketball for ages 5-17, Carrom for 18+ (see below), and a slime pop-up hosted by Slime with Kids

10/16 Carrom Night at Highland Community Center, 18+, 6:30-8:30pm (link) - similar to tabletop pool or shuffleboard, also 11/13 and 12/11

10/16-10/18 and 10/22-10/25 A Picasso at Theatre33 - by Jeffrey Hatcher, will be performed in English, $30-35, Sunday shows are at 2pm and others are 7pm, also 10/23-10/25 (link) - When modern art became the enemy

10/16 Millennial Social Club's Board Games and Boba meetup at Lincoln Square South, free, 7-10pm (link) - Fridays (also 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, and 11/20)

10/16 Checkmate Fridays at Lincoln Square South, 7pm (link)

10/16 Bellevue College International Guitar Series: Hao Yang, $20, $15 for BC faculty/staff, 7:30-9:15pm (link)

10/16 Eastside Improv's Love is Bland? an improvised love show at Studio East in Kirkland, 8pm

10/16 W After Dark at the Living Room Bar, 8:30pm-1am (link) - Fridays and Saturdays

10/16 MVMNT Late Nights at Suite with DJ Christyle, 9pm

10/16 DJ Dance's Birthday Party and Millennial Night at Forum Social House, 9pm (link)

10/16 Late Nights R&B at Mirra, free before 11pm with RSVP, 10pm-2am (link)

10/17-10/18 2 Line trains to be replaced by shuttles across the floating bridge all weekend (link), Detours on northbound 405 from SE 8th to NE 4th starting 11pm Friday until early Monday (link)

10/17 English Bulldogs this weekend at Puppy Yoga Club, $69

10/17 Tree Planting at Lewis Creek Park for Arbor Day, 9-11am (link) - signup space is limited

10/17 Saturday morning walk at Downtown Park, 9am  (link) - also 10/24 and 10/31

10/17 BelRed Run Club Hispanic Heritage Fiesta, meets at Downtown Park, free, 10am, RSVP on Strava - 30 minute run or walk, all paces, followed by 30 minute HIIT to the Latin beat class with lululemon (bring a mat or towel), open to everyone!

10/17 Fall Festival at Kiddie Academy downtown, 10am-noon

10/17 Meet Michael Rosen, 41st LD candidate at Mercer Island Community Center, 10am-noon

10/17 北大华州校友会月度Hiking at Bellevue Botanical Garden, 10am-12:30pm (link)

10/17 2026 Bellevue Residential Permitting Expo at Bellevue City Hall, free, 10am-3:30pm (link) - Whether you’re a homeowner planning a new home or ADU, a DIY remodeler, a property owner navigating permits, or simply interested in housing and policy updates, you’ll get helpful information and resources at this free, drop-in event. New workshops and panels for 2026 include Understanding permitting, how to use MyBuildingPermit.com, and Tree Code rules, with an interactive event to follow on pre-approved plans for DADUs and cottages. Registration is appreciated.

10/17 Filipino-Hawaiian Kamayan Feast in Redmond, $67 for adults, $31.49 for 12 and under, 10am-1pm (link)

10/17 Harvest Market at Carnation Farms in Carnation, 10am-3pm

10/17 Soft opening of Suda Thai restaurant

10/17 Intro to the Laser Cutter at Bellevue Library Makerspace, 11:30am-12:30pm (link) - registration opens 10/10

10/17 Lazy Cabbage pop-up at Young Tea, noon-2pm - Chinese pastries and basque cheesecakes

10/17 Glass Art Society x Refract Film Festival at SIFF in Seattle, $15, noon-1pm (link) - Refract also offers studio tours and glass-blowing demos all weekend (see Link closure at Mercer Island with shuttle buses if you're planning to attend by transit)

10/17-10/18 Theatre33's “Волшебное Путешествие Алисы / Alice's Magical Journey” at Meydenbauer Center Theatre, 1pm, 5pm, and 4pm shows, tickets starting at $25

10/17 Mushroom Walk at Bridle Trails State Park with PNW Ecotherapy, $37.37, 1pm (link) - sold out

10/17 Mindful Diwali Sangam at Yuan Ru Art Center, 2-5pm (link) - Honoring the Creative who keep culture alive: art, food, culture, performances, option to light up a diya for $150 to support the event

10/17 Make a Pendant Three Ways class at the Bellevue Library Makerspace, 18+, 2:30-5:30pm (link) - 3D printer, laser cutter, and CNC, registration opens 10/10

10/17 Monthly Eastside LGBTQ+ Happy Hour, 3pm

10/17 Cebiche + Pisco Workshop at La Mar, $69, 3pm or 4pm (link)

10/17 Keith Carlock drum workshop at West Coast Drum Shop, 5:30pm

10/17 Point of Sail: A Tribute to Yacht Rock at Bake's Place, 6-7:30pm and 8:30-10pm (link) - seatings start at 5pm and 8pm

10/17 KidsQuest Imagination Celebration, $210+, 6-10pm (link) - sold out

10/17 Eastside Symphony Young Soloist Celebration in Redmond, $15/$10/$0, 7:30-9pm (link)

10/17 W After Dark at the Living Room Bar, 8:30pm-1am (link) - Fridays and Saturdays

10/17 MVMNT Late Nights at Suite with DJ EPOP, 9pm

10/17 One Night in Delhi dance party with DJ Prashant at Mirra, 21+, 10pm (link)

10/17 Saturday Socials at Primo’s Bellevue | Supper Club + Late Night, 21+, 10pm-2am (link) - also 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, and 11/21

10/18 BelRed Run Club Sunday Training Run (8 miles) starts in Wilburton, heads to UW to cheer the UW Dawg Dashers, post-race meetup at Agua Verde in Seattle - RSVP on Strava

10/18-10/31 Seattle Restaurant Week, featuring Bellevue restaurants Cantinetta, Bis on Main, La Mar Cocina Peruana, Lao Ma Tou Hot Pot, Chay Concept Vegetarian, Haidilao Hot Pot, Seastar, Melting Pot, STK Steakhouse, The Lakehouse, Forum Social House, Peony Modern Kitchen, El Gaucho, Earl's Kitchen and Bar, The Lounge at John Howie, Minamoto, Wild Wasabi, I Love Sushi, Ramen Nori, DongBei Harvest, Chili Master, Spicy PoPo, Shabu Shabu Kyoto, Meet Fresh, and Novilhos Brazilian Steakhouse (link)

10/18 I Can and I Will fun run to benefit Seattle Children's around Green Lake in Seattle, runs at 9, 10:20, and 10:30 (link)

10/18 Cut and Flow mat fitness class at glassybaby's new Wilburton store, 9-10am, followed by mini-portrait sessions, glass pumpkins, and kids' crafts from 10am-3pm

10/18 Mat Pilates with Vuori Bellevue, 9-10am (link) - free to RSVP, please bring a mat - waitlist

10/18 Heartfulness Sunday Group Meditation at NWAC, 9:15am (link) - on Sundays

10/18 Mercer Island and Lake WA Bridges bike ride meets at the Wilburton Park and Ride, 9:30am-12:30pm (link) - every Sunday

10/18 Red Cross Adult&Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED class in Bellevue, ages 12+, $85, 10am (link) - also 10/25

10/18 Bloodworks NW blood drive at Safeway at Evergreen Village, 10am-4pm (link)

10/18 Acquaint weekly walk at Bannerwood Park, 10:30-11:25am - signup is requested (link)

10/18 Pokeween at Mox Boarding House, 11am - costumes and spooky decks encouraged

10/18 Get out the vote rally and canvass with Rep. Hall, Callan, Zahn, Thai, and Vanessa Kritzer in Sammamish, 11am

10/18 Palette On pastries pop-up at Cafe Aloe, noon - free tote bag for first 20 drink + dessert purchases.

10/18 Storytime at the Garden for K-2 at Bellevue Botanical Garden, free, 1-1:30pm (link) - also 11/15, and 12/20, adults must attend with the children

10/18 Festive Herbal Beverages from the Garden, $60, discount for members, 1-3pm (link) - how to grow and harvest herbs, edible flowers, and seasonal botanicals to craft cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, capturing maximum flavor

10/18 Paint and Sip at Tapster with Stir Up the Paint, 1-3pm (link)

10/18 Indoor Art Walk at Forum Social House, free, 1-6pm - there is also a Crafts and Cocktails wreath-making event at Forum Social House

10/18 Friendship Circle's Community Kindness Day and Walk at Mercerdale Park on Mercer Island, free, all ages and abilities, 1-4pm

10/18 Opening Reception for the Living Roots Arts Collective at Yuan Ru Art Center, 2-4pm

10/18 Bellevue Knotty Knitters at Lincoln Square, 3-5pm (link)

10/18 Dance Foundations Class (beginner friendly) at Coffee Dance Studio, 3-5pm (link) - there are also class sessions for specific K-pop songs

10/18 Ruhi's Story: When the Moment Comes at Eastside Bahai Center, 3pm (link)

10/18 Street Foods of the World cooking class at Whisk in Old Bellevue, $145, 5-7:30pm (link) - Whisk offers 1-2 cooking classes every day

10/18 Club Pilates x Porsche Bellevue Mat Class Experience, 5:30pm

10/18 Mental Health Benefit Concert by EverEverest & ConChord Music, free to register, 6-7:30pm (link)

10/18 Sunset Salsa Bachata Social with DJ Spicy at Bravo Dance School, 6-8:30pm

10/18 Jahm Sessions at Mirra, 21+, $10, 4-9pm (link)

10/19 Registration opens for Fall programs at Robinswood Tennis Center

10/19 Día de los Muertos at Yuan Ru Art Center, by donation, 5-7pm (link)

10/19 Exploring Countywide Affordable Housing Revenue with Eastside Housing Equity Coalition, virtual, 6-7:30pm (link) - This event will be educational and a direct engagement opportunity with King County. A county-wide housing levy could support the building, siting, preservation, maintenance, and operations of emergency shelter and affordable housing in King County.

10/19 Ocean Perspectives: Where Global Stories Meet Regional Action discussion in West Bellevue, 6-9pm (link) - Join Los Angeles–based filmmaker Ricky Rhodes for an intimate, invite-only evening exploring how global ocean stories and science can inspire regional action ( local event partners are Maritime Blue, Olympic Coast Exploration Center, and SR3). Find more One Ocean Week Seattle events at https://luma.com/oows

10/19 Builder Night: AI Vibe Coding Community Networking & Showcasing on the Eastside (ctrl+alt+create live) in Issaquah, $10 donation option, 6-8pm (link)

10/19 Ballard Link Extension Community Forum hosted by Sound Transit in Seattle, 6-8pm (link) - Sound Transit Board members and other leaders will be present

10/19 Practica/Social Dancing at Bravo Dance Studio, $8, 7:55-9:15 - low pressure practice with DJed music and instructors available for help, recurs on Mondays

Does anyone have an inspector they recommend for new builds? Looking for someone eagle eyed, ruthless, and brutal.

Hi everyone! I’m scheduled to undergo a Bascom cleft lift surgery for a pilonidal cyst, which will be performed by Dr. Helen Kim at Proliance Eastside Surgery Center.

I wanted to ask if anyone here has had surgery at this center or has experience with Dr. Helen Kim as a surgeon. I’d really appreciate any feedback about the surgery center, the staff, the overall experience, and the quality of care provided by the doctor.

Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences! I’d really appreciate any insights that could help me feel more prepared for the procedure.

Rare sunny evening amidst cloudy next week. What’s that one place you suggest for a first time visitor on the eastside?

Trying to figure which one is better for my 7 year old girl for next season. She’d like to get better and learn more technique.

Hi I am newly pregnant (first time) I am trying to figure out where to go for ObGyn, Bellegrove or swedish Issaquah? I am high risk, so want to hear from people who have experience with these places? How was your overall experience??

Just want to give a heads up to fellow travelers.

Yesterday I found I was mailed a camera-ticket from September for speeding in a work zone (54 in a 40) and a fine of $125 with a warning that if I do it again it’ll cost $248!

It said it’s not considered a “moving violation” and won’t affect insurance. I don’t recall seeing any “speed camera” signs and technically this is a work zone (although most of the work is happening adjacent to this segment of roadway) so consider yourself warned.

Hello,

Can anyone recommend a company that is reasonably priced and reliable for maintaining landscape? This includes weeding, pruning, and raking leaves. My elderly parents cannot maintain their large garden. One had a stroke and the other has difficulty walking.

I have gone through 7 small companies in the last 3 years. They come for the first time and require a very expensive “clean up fee.” Then after a few maintenance visits they disappear because their first visit was their biggest profit.

A referral would be GREATLY appreciated. Independent contractors or small businesses are more than welcome.

Thank you so much.

Halloween is just a little two weeks away on Saturday, October 31. Are there any places in public that do something fun to celebrate? I’m talking about young adults who don’t really know anyone in the area, and are too old for trick-or-treating. I was thinking of browsing local malls, but that’s something you can do on any day. Are there any Halloween-specific events going on?

Can someone explain what's going on with Novelty Hill road for the past couple of weeks? It's been going down to a single lane after 9am every day and traffic backs up for miles as a result. I can't find anything online explaining what they are doing and why, (or more importantly what days they intend to do it, and when it will stop).

cc: u/wsdot

We live on the east side and are looking at the area French immersion schools—FASPS, FISW, and Les Lilas—for our preschooler. We’ve already started visiting schools. I’m curious to hear from area parents who visited these schools and have some experience with them which one you chose over the others and why. I’d also love to hear your impressions good and bad on any of the schools you or someone you know has experience with. It’s a lot to process and they are all quite different, so any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Hello everyone. I'm looking for new lease on the east side preferably closer to Redmond. I thought Onyx apartments looked great for 2B2B overall in terms of size and rent. Are there any bad reviews or experiences that I need to consider?

Does anyone know when bridge and trail linking coal creek trail with forest ridge neighborhood is to be completed?

Hey! I’ve got an extra ticket to the Sounders vs. CF Montréal game at Lumen Field on Oct. 17 at 7:30 PM.

I’m going solo, and I’d rather have someone use the extra seat than let it go to waste. Totally free — just come enjoy the game.

I’m still fairly new to the Seattle area, I'm Chinese , so I’m happy to meet new people too.

We can just meet at Lumen Field and go in together. DM me if you’re interested. First come, first served!

It's my husband's birthday (early 30s) this month and I'm thinking of booking a hotel stay in Woodinville, along with some chill activities. Would love to hear your recommendations for hotels and activities to do! Would want it to be budget friendly and not too expensive. Activities, something chill like a vineyard maybe. Thanks!

Forget ghosts, goblins and things that go bump in the night. We've got four letters that'll send a shiver down any driver's spine: B-U-S-Y.That's right, another weekend of closures is creeping up on us.

Inspired by true (upcoming) events. Rated B for BUSY. Coming to a freeway near you Oct. 16–18:

NB I-405 CLOSED in Bellevue

- Closed between SE 8^th St to NE 4^th St. from 11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 to 4 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19. The following ramps will also close at this time: SE 8^th St. on-ramp to NB I-405 and NB I-405 off-ramp to NE 4^th St/NE 8^th St. (Exit 13 A/B). Crews will pave, install concrete panels and set an overhead sign structure.

NB I-5 CONTINUED LANE CLOSURES across Ship Canal Bridge in Seattle

- Reduced to two lanes across the Ship Canal Bridge until the end of 2026. The express lanes will remain open NB-only 24/7.

EB I-90 LANE REDUCTIONS in Snoqualmie

- Two right lanes of EB I-90 closed from east of SR 18/Snoqualmie Parkways to SE N Bend Way, 6 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18. Maintenance crews will use this closure make bridge deck repairs.

You know that friend who looks over at you right before the jump scare in a horror movie? Yeah, that's us. Except instead of ruining the movie, we're giving you a heads-up about weekend closures. Check the travel maps, know your route before you go and give yourself extra time to get to that pumpkin patch.

Hey everyone — helping sublease a top-floor studio loft at Nightingale Apartments in Redmond (2651 156th Ave NE), right next to Microsoft Overlake. 

Quick summary:

• Size: 850 sq ft, 1.5 bath, 2-story loft layout with 20-ft ceilings

• Dates: Dec 15, 2026 to Feb 28, 2027 (flexible move-in, extendable with management)

• Rent: $2,895/mo (current contract rate). The current tenant is covering the $350 lease transfer fee.

• Furnishings: Move-in ready; can leave select furniture if desired.

• Amenities: Secure garage parking available, 1G fiber, gym, 7th-floor sky lounge just steps away.

Perfect landing pad if you're rotating in for Q1 or need a fully vetted temporary place without commitment. Management handles the official transfer. 

DM me with your move-in timeframe and I can send over the video walk-through and set up a tour.

My latest State Farm bill has gone up 20% from last year. Has anyone recently gone thru the ordeal of getting home owners insurance quotes? If so, what have you found?

Also, do you have earthquake insurance?

UPDATE: for anyone that must have earthquake insurance DO NOT waste your time getting a quote from Progressive. Progressive (or any of their affiliates) cannot provide earthquake coverage for homes in WA state as part of a primary policy or even as a separate policy. Their policy without earthquake coverage was about 25% cheaper than the equivalent State Farm policy.