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Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day at the Woodmark Hotel and Still Spa
May 5-9 | The Woodmark Hotel and Still Spa | www.thewoodmarkhotel.com
Spend Mother’s Day on the Lake at The Woodmark Hotel! Enjoy waterfront dining at Beach Café or bin on the lake! Still spa is offering fantastic Mother’s Day packages available from 5/5-5/9, including a luxury mani/pedi, 60-minute facial & Swedish massage with complimentary upgrade, & perfect pre-packaged gift.
Kirkland Artist Studio Tour (KAST)
May 7–8 | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Multiple Locations | Free
www.kirklandartiststudiotour.com
Held every Mother’s Day weekend, the self-guided Kirkland Artist Studio Tour (KAST) highlights Kirkland’s acclaimed artists at their studios and galleries around town. A variety of mediums will be represented, including jewelry, glass art, paintings, ceramics, photography, garden art, and printmaking. Visit with the artists, catch a glimpse into the creative process and purchase art directly from the artist.
Eastside Subaru Mother’s Day Half Marathon & 5K
May 8 | 7 a.m. | Juanita Beach Park
http://www.halfmarathons.net/washington-mothers-day-half-marathon-5k/
The Eastside Subaru Mother’s Day Half Marathon & 5K is a 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.
Mother’s Day Brunch in Kirkland
May 8 | Various Locations | http://www.explorekirkland.com/Dining.htm
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Kirkland! After the Mother’s Day Half Marathon & 5K or before the Kirkland Artist Studio Tour, make sure you take your favorite Mom out for a scrumptious brunch at one of Kirkland’s incredible restaurants. Need something to show just how thankful you are for Mom? Local boutiques offer an array of gift ideas. Visit www.explorekirkland.com.
Waterways Cruises
May 8 | Times Vary | Waterways Cruises | Prices Vary
www.waterwayscruises.com/diningcruises
Celebrate Mother’s Day in style and treat Mom to a memorable brunch or dinner cruise aboard a beautiful Waterways yacht. Each Mom will be given a rose upon check-in.
Live Music & Entertainment
Laughs Comedy Spot March Comedians
May | Times Vary | Laughs Comedy Spot | 12099 124th Ave NE | www.laughscomedy.com
Laughs Comedy Spot is one of Puget Sound’s top Comedy Clubs where the jokes are funny and the atmosphere is friendly. May comedians include Comedian Shane Mauss, May 5–7; Comedian Jon Dore with Fred Padu, May 12–14; Comedians Kermet Apio and Chris Moran, May 26–28.
Twisted Flicks: King Kong
May 13 | 8 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | $20 | www.kpcenter.org
Get ready for a Twisted Flicks take on King Kong! The film tells of a gigantic, prehistoric, island-dwelling ape called Kong who dies in an attempt to possess a beautiful young woman.
Crème Tangerine: “The White Album”
May 14 | 8 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | $35 | www.kpcenter.org
Creme Tangerine returns to the KPC stage to perform The Beatles’ masterpiece “The White Album.” For over a decade Creme Tangerine has been thrilling audiences in the Pacific Northwest with its unique approach to performing the music of the Beatles and favorite classic rock/pop hits.
La Dentro da Mata
May 15 | 3 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | $16 | www.kpcenter.org
Lá Dentro da Mata is based on the book with the same name, written by Brazilian author Pablo Maurutto. You will join Poti (an indigenous boy), Airy (a silly monkey) and their new friend Jururu (an obsolete robot) in a fun adventure deep inside the Amazon. Meet the animals, dance the different and contagious rhythms from Brazil with them! Learn about the Brazilian folklore and traditions! This is a beautiful story about friendship, cooperation and caring! The play is 90% performed in Brazilian Portuguese by native artists, however very easy for anyone who doesn't speak Portuguese to follow the story.
Jim French’s Imagination Theater
May 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | $16 | www.kpcenter.org
Mystery, drama, and laughter abound in America's leading radio drama series regularly featuring Private Detective Harry Nile and tales of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
The Kingston Trio
May 19 | 8 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | $35 | www.kpcenter.org
The Kingston Trio is one of the few groups today that has survived the many changes in the world of music. They have remained consistent in their sound, which probably explains their resurgence in popularity over the last few years. The trio’s trademark three-part harmony and clean, crisp sound keeps them touring 30 weeks out of the year. As Bob Shane put it, “There is a tremendous demand for our type of acoustic music, and not just from those who remember the Kingston Trio. All people want is for us to sing a song, tell a story, and make it good.”
Woodinville Dance Academy
May 20 | 7 p.m. | May 21 | 2 p.m., 7 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | $21
www.kpcenter.org
Woodinville Dance Academy 2016 will showcase this year’s students aging from 3 years through adults. Be entertained with Ballet, Pointe, Hip Hop, Tap, Jazz and Contemporary dance styles. It promises to be a fun show for all ages!
Praise Him!
May 22 | 2: p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | Adult $20, Senior & Veteran $15, Youth $15 | www.kpcenter.org
Join Master Chorus Eastside in a rousing exploration of spirituals, gospel, and music of the theater, with theatrical expert and gospel soloist Kevin Douglass. Master Chorus Eastside (formerly the Issaquah Chorale) began in 1991 as a small, nonauditioned ensemble, and has since grown into a polished, fully auditioned chorus and one of the premiere arts organizations on the Eastside.
Arts & Culture
2016 Kirkland Arts Center Artists' Exhibition
April 1–June 11 | Times Vary | Kirkland Arts Center | www.kirklandartscenter.org
The Kirkland Arts Center Artists’ Exhibition is an annual show in the Kirkland Arts Center Gallery that showcases work from our talented community of artists in a variety of media. This year's exhibition is juried by Frederick Holmes of Frederick Holmes and Company Gallery in Seattle. The 34 pieces of artwork selected for this year’s show feature everything from contemporary photography to figurative sculpture to abstract encaustics.
Second Friday Downtown Kirkland Art Walk
May 13 | 5 to 8 p.m. | Downtown Kirkland | Free | www.kirklandartwalk.com
Stroll through downtown Kirkland the second Friday of every month for the Kirkland Downtown Art Walk. Among the participants are Howard/Mandville Gallery, Parklane Gallery, and downtown businesses.
Parklane Gallery International Miniature Show
May 3–June 5 | Times Vary | Parklane Gallery | 130 Park Lane | Free
www.parklanegallery.org
Parklane Gallery is hosting its 24th Annual International Miniature Show featuring fine art miniatures from artists around the world. With a long history dating back to the 7th century, creating miniature art is exacting work with strict guidelines for size and execution. Using standards established by the Miniature Artists of America organization, these tiny treasures offer a visual feast that is intricate and breathtaking. This free, juried exhibit opens on Tuesday, May 3, and runs through Sunday, June 5. The public is also invited to attend the gala artists’ reception from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 13. Parklane Gallery is open daily except Monday. Hours are 11 to 7 and on Friday, noon until 8.
Outdoor Activities & Recreation
Juanita Bay Park Interpretive Tours
1st Sunday and 3rd Tuesday of the Month | Juanita Bay Park | www.eastsideaudubon.org
The Eastside Park Rangers in affiliation with the Eastside Audubon Society offer interpretive tours at Juanita Bay Park. Every season gives nature lovers a chance to spot something new and wonderful.
EvergreenHealth 7 Hills of Kirkland Cycling Event
May 30 | 7 a.m. | Marina Park | $30–$60 | www.7hillskirkland.org
Enjoy riding in one of the Northwest’s premier cycling events! Whether you choose the traditional 7 Hills Route (38 miles), the popular Metric Century Route (58 miles) or the challenging Century Route (99 miles), you will enjoy the great scenery and support Attain Housing.
Kids & Families
StoryBook Theater presents—“Sleeping Beauty”
Event details
May 1, 7, 8 | 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | $12
www.kpcenter.org
Princess Beauty is a cutie, but being pretty doesn’t cut it when you really want to slay dragons and find adventure. Will Beauty get to be her very own hero—or will she be interrupted by a 100-year nap? And will the Prince save her—or will she save him? (This StoryBook version isn’t just for girls—the boys will love it, too!)
Other
KPC Open House: GiveBIG
May 3 | 4:30 -8 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | Free | www.kpcenter.org
Kirkland Performance Center hosts a free open house event on May 3rd, 2016 at 4:30pm to celebrate GiveBIG, the Seattle Foundation’s annual day of giving. Enjoy free live performances by KPC’s partner organizations including Jet City Improv, Studio East, and Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra. Get to know the KPC staff, enjoy refreshments in the lobby, and learn about GiveBIG, KPC, and our partner organizations. This FREE evening of entertainment, fun, and giving is open to the public.
GiveBIG is a one-day, online charitable giving event designed to raise money for our region's hard-working nonprofits - gets bigger and helps more organizations each year. All day on May 3rd you can donate to your favorite Kirkland non-profit through Seattle Foundation’s GiveBIG portal.
Eastside Science Café: “The Science of Bedtime”
May 17 | 7 p.m. | Wilde Rover | 111 Central Way | Free
www.pacificsciencecenter.org/science-cafe/
Michelle M. Garrison, PhD, Principal Investigator, Seattle Children’s Research Institute
From infants to adults, falling asleep (and staying asleep!) can sometimes be a challenge as you deal with circadian rhythms, sleep associations, parasomnias and more. Come learn about the science of bedtime and sleep, and how to put it to work for you, becoming a sleep scientist in your own home.
Upcoming Events
Kirkland Wednesday Market
June 1–September 28 | 2 to 7 p.m. | Marina Park | www.kirklandmarket.org
Vibrant, lively and luscious, the Kirkland Wednesday Market features locally produced fruits, vegetables, cheeses, meats, jams, breads and pastries along with arts and crafts.
Juanita Friday Market
June 3–September 30 | 3 to 7 p.m. | Juanita Beach Park
www.kirklandwa.gov/depart/parks/Parks_and_Open_Spaces/Juanita_Friday_Market.htm
Located at the Juanita Beach Park, a visit to the market is a wonderful way to start your weekend! Juanita Friday Market features a wide variety of delicious fruits, beautiful flowers, fresh local produce, handmade crafts and products all grown/produced in the state of Washington.
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