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Issaquah & Snoqualmie Weekend Events January 28-29

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Keep Children of All Ages Entertained at These Kid-Oriented Weekend Events From Saturday morning storytime to a night out with friends, there are lots of fun activities for kids in the Issaquah and the Snoqualmie Valley area this weekend, January 28 and 29. Barnes & Noble Storytime January 28, 11AM, Free Barnes & Noble, Pickering Place, 1530 11th Avenue NW, Issaquah, WA 98027 Perfect for kids ages 3 to 7, Saturday morning storytime at Barnes & Noble in Issaquah will entertain as well as … [Read more...]

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Snow at Snoqualmie Ridge January 2012

January 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Seems that I've been blessed with many examples of unusual weather in Snoqualmie since moving to Snoqualmie Ridge in August, from Austin, Texas. I've been told over and over again... "Oh, this isn't normal." LOL... not that I'm complaining. Well, it's good for me that I LOVE the snow! The Seattle area has experienced an exceptionally unusual series of snow events the past few days, the worst (or best) of which will happen tomorrow, January 18, 2012. The short video below was taken the morning of January 17th. … [Read more...]

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Healthy Weekend Events in Seattle January 21-22

January 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Put family health first with these Seattle, Snoqualmie and Bellevue area weekend events. Whether you want to put on your running shoes to support the prevention of childhood obesity, shoot some hoops at the local YMCA, or learn more about health as a family, there’s plenty to do in the Eastside Seattle area this weekend, January 21 and 22. S.T.O.P. Obesity 5K Run/Walk and Children’s 100 Yard Dash January 21, 9AM, $25 entry fee Seward Park, 5895 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle, WA 98118 Presented by … [Read more...]

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Issaquah Weekend Events January 14-15

January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Gather the family or your BFF and beat the winter blues by spending a little time together at one of these Issaquah area weekend events, January 14 and 15. Open Farm at Fox Hollow Farm January 14, 10AM to 1PM, $8 (children under 1 year of age are free) Fox Hollow Farm, 12031 Issaquah-Hobart Road SE, Issaquah, WA 98027 Pack a picnic, gather the family and head to Fox Hollow Farm this Saturday. Kids will enjoy swinging from the hayloft, exploring and playing with the farm’s furry residents. Hot dogs, … [Read more...]

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Snoqualmie Valley Winter Driving Safety and Preparation

January 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Particularly for those of us who live in the Snoqualmie Valley, Snoqualmie Ridge, and other locations along or within the foothills of the Cascades, it’s important to consider car maintenance and preparation for winter driving. Windshield Wipers and Fluid Although it's smart to consider year round, be sure to winterize your windshield wipers and washer fluid. If you haven’t already done so, check your blades for wear and replace them if they’re looking the least bit haggard. Keep the washer tank full of … [Read more...]

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Sammamish & Seattle Weekend Events January 7-8

January 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Whether you like to experience nature firsthand or prefer seeing it on the stage, there’s opportunity for both this weekend in Issaquah, Sammamish & Seattle January 7 and 8. Tree Potting at MTS Greenway Native Plant Nursery January 7, 9 AM to 3 PM, Free Lake Sammamish State Park, Issaquah (driving directions given upon registration) A great opportunity for families to volunteer together at Lake Sammamish State Park - you will help pot native trees and shrubs at the Greenway Native Plant Nursery. … [Read more...]

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