Bellevue

Here's a list of local fireworks shows for 2018. Some of them are all day festivals!

• Bellevue - Downtown Park 10:05 PM
• Des Moines - Marina 10:20 PM
• Edmonds - Civic Stadium 10:00 PM
• Everett - Port Gardner Bay 10:20 PM
• Federal Way - Celebration Park 10:15 PM
• Kent -Lake Meridian Park 10:00 PM
• Kirkland - Marina Park 10:15 PM
• Lakewood - Joint Base Lewis-McChord 10:00 PM
• Newcastle - Lake Boren Park 10:00 PM
• Renton - Coulon Park 10:00 PM
• SeaTac - Angle Lake Park 10:00 PM
• Seattle - Lake Union 10:20 PM BIG!
• Tacoma - Ruston Way 10:10 PM BIG!
• Tukwila - Fort Dent Park 10:00 PM

Urban Properties wishes YOU a happy and safe 4th of July! 

Bring the whole family to this enjoyable, non-competitive ride benefiting the City of Bellevue's youth camp scholarship fund and explore Bellevue's hidden treasures by bike on the Lake to Lake Bike Ride.  The event offers a nine mile mostly flat route or a 22 mile route with significant elevation gain.  Both routes are about 80% paved.  All participants will receive a custom made event "barkie"!

Lake to Lake Bike Ride Date and TIme

About Bellevue:

Bellevue is the fifth largest city in Washington, with a population of more than 140,000 (as of 2017). It is the high-tech and retail center of King County's Eastside, with more than 150,000 jobs and a skyline of gleaming high-rises. While business booms downtown, much of Bellevue retains a

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This May marks 22 years of Bad Albert's Tap and Grill serving great food with warm hospitality!   Even with a change of ownership and a fresh rennovation in 2011, the new owners kept on much of the original staff including chef and kitchen manager, Marco Abrego. Open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and brews, there surey is a time you can come check out this cool place!.

SOURCE:  Bad Albert's Tap & Grill

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Who doesn't love dogs? But they are even more loveable when they have the needed guidance to keep them where you need them and when. Dogs are probably happier too, when their humans are not yelling at them sometimes and other times not. They can get confused by inconsistent commands depending on their owners' whims. 

Amanda Brothers can save your canine-human relationship from getting frazzled. With tons of certifications and great testimonials, she looks like the perfect person to ask for some help! Although she mainly works on the eastside, she'd probably have some contacts of other trainers in your area as well. Visit her online: SIDEKICK DOG TRAINING!

SOURCE: http://www.sidekickdogtraining.com/meet_the_trainer

  A customer reviewing Lot No. 3 wrote, "Definitely would come back to try this place out when I'm not in a rush to call it a night." The vintage inspired atmosphere creates an intimate setting perfect for a night out with friends or a fun dinner date.      LOT NO. 3 Their menu includes candied bacon, crispy pork belly, and a warm spiced cake that is served in a jar! The specialized drink menu offers a wide variety of options from whiskey to sour-driven cocktails.  

  The Bellevue Botanical Garden includes award-winning display gardens, meadows, wetlands, and forests.  Certain displays illustrate the many plant varieties found in the Northwest.  The garden offers guided tours, summer concerts, art exhibits, and a large holiday light festival.     

It is important for your home to be protected from the harsh winter months. Learn ways to winterize your home to reduce energy consumption and raise energy efficiency. There are a suprising amount of tips and tricks that can be accomplished with a low budget as well as some that are free!       Checklists can come in handy to help plan ahead and see what needs to be completed in time before the temperature drops!    

  You've found a place that you love and have made it through all of the obstacles and paperwork to get there. Along with owning your new home there can be numerous expenses from property taxes to repairs and maintenance. Luckily, there are four quick tips for new homeowners that will help handle the potential costs!   Create A New Budget: Spend a few months tracking all of your expenses and update your budget to reflect the actual costs of living in your new home. You may come to expect that you're spending more than expected. Energy bills, lawn care, etc. will all cost more for a larger space.    Prepare To Spend Money On Repairs And Maintenance: You may not realize how much you will actually spend on repairs. Most homeowners spend…

"Seattle's increase in home prices can be explained by not only continued faith in the housing market, but also in the buoyancy of the regional economy." With home values almost back to pre-crash peaks, expect a continued rebound driven by rising incomes, new households, and job growth in a range of industries. If you're looking to sell, the good news is houses in the top 20 metro areas, including Seattle, sold for a median increase of $41,000. 

 

A condo with "potential?" - what exactly does that mean? Ellen brings out the humor of property descriptions that agents use and, of course, the funniest parts of them!