I've been looking into what's opening, closing, and changing around the Eastside. Found a few interesting things and thought I'd share.

• Redmond: New steakhouse: Yukon Standup Steakhouse announced an Oct. 19 opening near the Downtown Redmond light rail station. Quick-service American Wagyu steak. Website
• Bellevue: Matcha Magic closing: The Main Street café plans to close Nov. 1 because of redevelopment. The owner is looking at other spots in Bellevue and Kirkland. Details
• Bellevue: Bellevue Square expansion paused: The proposed 1.8-million-square-foot expansion of the Bellevue Collection has been put on hold indefinitely. Details
• Kirkland: New café and cocktail bar: Hako San Café & Bar is planning to open on Central Way in summer 2027, with separate coffee and cocktail bars. Details
• Bothell: New businesses downtown: October's Pop Shops on Main lineup includes NibNib Cookies, Lunaluz Paperie, Brewtastic Biscuits (dog treats), and Bloom Energy Bar. Full lineup

> I've been thinking about putting together a roundup like this every couple of weeks. Would people find that useful, or is there already a good place to keep up with this stuff?

I have two young boys and we do a bucket list for every season. One of our bucket list items for Fall is to go stargazing! We have a truck so I thought it would be fun to put some blankets in the back, have hot cocoa and make a fun little evening out of it.

We are in Issaquah, but willing to drive for a great spot. Trying to plan something while we still have a few clear evenings. Any suggestions?

What clinic did you use? How was the experience? We’re comparing Hanger Clinic and Cornerstone, not sure if there are others.

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Hi, I am most-likely moving to the east side of Seattle sometime in the next year and looking for public places to check out next visit up there. We are interested in Woodinville, Redmond, Kirkland, and possibly Bellevue or Mercer Island.

We have 2 young children and are looking to plant some roots.

I will have home tours covered with my realtor- but I'm looking for recommendations on public parks, shopping streets, restaurants, etc to check out that are family friendly.

Thanks!

Bought some from World Market, and the seal must of been broken, because it had fuzzy mold growing in it when I got home. Ended up returning it, but I’m iffy on buying more from there.

Just got a $136 fine for 26 in a 20 at 3:30p on a Friday in front of Rose Hill Elementary, which gets out at 3:55pm. Normally I'm coming back from an LWHS pickup closer to 3:15p, so just am used to not encountering the flashing sign and didn't notice it in time. But now am just curious, what (other than extra $$$ money) could be the reason for turning those on 30 min before class lets out?

https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/Departments/Police-Department/Community-Resources/School-Zone-Speed-Enforcement