🎉🥂 Ring in the New Year with style in Kirkland! 🌟 Whether you're looking for a cozy dinner spot, a lively party, or a tranquil lakeside view of the fireworks, Kirkland has it all. Let's welcome 2024 together in this beautiful city! 🎆✨
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Open Mic Night for Songwriters
Hosted by: Kirkland Performance Center
Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Location: Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave
Music educator and songwriter Ailisa Newhall invites musicians of all ages and abilities to perform in and enjoy an evening of encouragement, celebration, and comradery at the Kirkland Performance Center. “This event aims to inspire songwriters to showcase either a fresh composition or revisit an old favorite for a new audience.”
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Keola Beamer & Henry Kapono
Presented by: Kirkland Performance Center
Date: Saturday, January 27, 2024
Location: Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave
Keola Beamer & Henry Kapono are two legends of Hawaiian music. Each became an icon in the 1970s, both at the creative forefront as Hawaiian music reinvented itself. They have continued to lead the way for over 4 decades.
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All Member Show
Presented by: Parklane Gallery
Show Dates: January 3 – February 4, 2024
Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Sunday from 11 am - 6 pm
Reception: Saturday, January 13 from 4 - 6 pm
Location: Parklane Gallery, 130 Park Lane
In January, Parklane Gallery will present a special “All Member Show” to showcase the vast talents of our gallery members! This unique show will run from January 3 - February 4, 2024. A show reception will be held on Saturday, January 13 from 4 - 6 p.m. Artwork will also be available at https://parklanegallery.org/ during the show dates.
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Kirkland Arts Center Winter Quarter Registration
Hosted by: Kirkland Arts Center
Date: Classes starting now through January 21, 2024
Location: 620 Market Street
Take a winter art class at Kirkland Arts Center in ceramics, printmaking, painting, drawing, and more! The arts center offers small classes, hands-on instruction with practicing artists in a community-focused visual arts school with classes for adults, teens, and youth at diverse levels from beginning to advanced.
Registration is available online (24/7) and in-person from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays at the Education Office (3rd floor of the Arts Center) located at 620 Market Street, Kirkland, WA 98033.
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MLK Jr. Day of Service
Hosted by: Green Kirkland Partnership
Volunteer with the Green Kirkland Partnership for a day of habitat stewardship on MLK Jr. Day on Monday January 15, 2024 in Kirkland Parks.
Volunteers are needed to help restore critical habitat by removing invasive plants such as blackberry or ivy, planting native plants, and pitching-in with mulching and weeding. With your help, your parks will have healthy and thriving natural areas for years to come!
• Edith Moulton Park - Monday, January 15 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• South Norway Hill Park - Monday, January 15 from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Visit MLK Jr. Day of Service Stewardship Events in 2024 to register and learn more.
Candlelit Sound Bath
Hosted by: Kirkland Parks and Community Services
Date: January 9, February 6
Location: Heritage Hall, 203 Market Street
Immerse yourself in soothing sounds created by singing bowls, gongs, and chimes to reduce stress and promote a sense of balance and well-being. Register now for a fun way to soothe your nerves!
Arrive 10 minutes early with a yoga mat, blanket, pillows, and water to ensure your comfort. Dress in cozy layers and come with an open mind for this immersive and tranquil experience Note: Doors will close promptly at 6:30 pm so as not to disturb the experience for others.
Register online at KirklandParks.net
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Lunar New Year
Hosted by: Kirkland Parks and Community Services
Date: Saturday, February 3
Location: Peter Kirk Community Center, 352 Kirkland Ave
Learn about the Lunar New Year, and how it's traditionally celebrated! Enjoy activities that include crafts. food, dancing and cultural demonstrations.
2024农历新年活动 时间:2 月3 日下午2:00-4:00 地址:柯克兰市Peter Kirk 社区中心, 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033
内容:了解农历新年及其传统庆祝方式! 参与包括手工艺品、美食、 舞蹈和文化展示等活动。
祝2024农历新年快乐!
For more information, visit the City website.
Lambros Lambrou, Pianist
Presented by: Stage 7 Pianos
Date: Saturday, February 3
Location: Stage 7 Pianos, 12037 124th Ave NE
Lambros studied the piano at Chetham’s School of Music in Manchester, UK and went on to study Mathematics at Cambridge and Warwick universities. Lambros was a BBC Young Musician of the Year national semi-finalist, and winner of the Bromsgrove Young Musicians Festival. He also opened the Mananan Music Festival in the Isle of Man under BBC sponsorship, performing the full cycle of Olivier Messiaen's Vingt Regards sur l'Enfant-Jesus. He is currently a Software Engineer at Google.
For tickets and information, visit the event page.
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Quinn Dale Live in Kirkland
Presented by: Kirkland Performance Center
Date: Saturday, February 17
Location: Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave
Quinn Dale, renowned for his impeccable comedic timing and a remarkable list of collaborations, including legends like Robin Williams and Drew Carey, is bringing his latest show to Seattle.
His extraordinary ability for spontaneous crowd engagement has captivated audiences nationwide, transcending age groups and ethnicities with humor that touches on diverse subjects. Quinn's marriage to a Mexican-American woman from east L.A. ensures a he is never short of material.
With appearances on The Tonight Show, Showtime, Comedy Central, Lopez Tonight, and Carson Daly, Quinn Dale has solidified his reputation as a smart, clean, and witty stand-up comic.
For tickets and information, visit the event page.
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Wheels and Reels Winter and Spring Drive-In Movies
Presented by: Kirkland Parks and Community Services
Date: Saturday, February 24, March 23, April 13
Time: 7 p.m. (parking lot opens at 6 p.m.)
Location: Juanita Beach Park, 9703 NE Juanita Drive
Enjoy a night out under the stars at Juanita Beach Park with our Winter and Spring Drive-in Movie Series.
The parking lot opens at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 7 p.m. $20 per vehicle, pre-registration is required.
To register, visit KirklandParks.net or call 425-587-3336. All ages welcome. Snack vendors will be on site. Event is held rain or shine - no refunds. No RV's, limos, busses, tailgating or alcohol.
- February 24 - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (PG-13)
- March 23 - Super Mario Bros (PG)
- April 13 - The Little Mermaid (2023, PG)
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