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FALL 2016
+ Fashion Week + Care for the Community
Fabulous Fall FunPhuong
Nguyen, Winner of The Bellevue Collection’s 2015 Independent Designer Runway Show
FALL EVENTS
A T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O NA T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O NA T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O NA T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O N
FA S H IONWEEKB ELLE V U E .COM
For INFORMATION and to PURCHASE TICKETS , v is i t
SEPT 21 Sips & Suits: Wine Tasting & Trend Tour SEPT 22 Independent Designer Runway Show
SEPT 23 Posh Party Trend ShowSEPT 24 Fashion Forecast with Vogue Market Stylist* Cara CrowleySEPT 24 Front Row Fashion Runway Show Presented by VOGUE
Bellevue Square Bellevue Place Lincoln Square
SEPT 21–25
Media Partner:
VOGUE
*Vogue Market Stylist is advertiser
sponsored and for promotional purposes only.
P R E M I E REVENTS
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Dear Bellevue Downtown Reader,
As our summer wanes, leaves fall and air turns crispy and cool, you have a bounty of ways to warm up your days and nights in the DTB. This issue highlights many extraordinary fall events, from the fundraisers in support of great local causes to The Bellevue Collection’s Fashion Week to spooktacular Halloween festivities.
Downtown Bellevue proudly welcomes the biennial Bellwether Sculpture Exhibition, featuring the work of 32 artists displayed in public spaces across Downtown. Take advantage of lunchtime guided art walks through the city; see p. 12 for the details. Head over to the Bellevue Botanical Garden to stroll through its changing colors and rock-sculpted waterfalls and over the suspension bridge.
For many of us, the season brings on cravings satisfied only by a locally-sourced, harvest-inspired fall menu. Our favorite Downtown restaurants will serve
up delectable dishes made with fresh ingredients from Pacific Northwest farms. Visit the Bellevue Farmers Market while you can! Not only can you chow down at one of the vendors or fill your baskets with beautiful seasonal items, you can donate fresh and canned food via baskets at the market’s booth.
On a final note, we encourage you to make Downtown Bellevue your stay and play destination for all of your back-to-school shopping and entertainment needs. There’s no better place, and we’ve avoided this word until now: cornucopia. Enjoy the options!
Patrick Bannon Bellevue Downtown Association President
Bellevue Downtown is a quarterly publication produced by the Bellevue Downtown Association. For more information about this publication or advertising opportunities, contact Apryl Battin at (425) 990-3095 or [email protected].
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FALL 2016
Weekend Fun...................................... 4
Transportation Program .................. 6
Human Services Spotlight ............... 8
Fashion Sense ..................................... 11
Fall Events .................................... 12–13
Urbanite ................................................ 15
FALL 2016
+ Fashion Week + Care for the Community
Fabulous Fall FunPhuong
Nguyen, Winner of The Bellevue Collection’s 2015 Independent Designer Runway Show
FALL EVENTS
Phuong Nguyen, Winner of The Bellevue Collection’s 2015 Independent Designer Runway Show. Photo © Vivian Hsu, Team Photogenic.
Editor: Althea Conyers Achem
Contributing Writers: Deanna Duff and Geri Massengale
In This Issue
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A T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O NA T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O NA T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O NA T T H E B E L L E V U E C O L L E C T I O N
FA S H IONWEEKB ELLE V U E .COM
For INFORMATION and to PURCHASE TICKETS , v is i t
SEPT 21 Sips & Suits: Wine Tasting & Trend Tour SEPT 22 Independent Designer Runway Show
SEPT 23 Posh Party Trend ShowSEPT 24 Fashion Forecast with Vogue Market Stylist* Cara CrowleySEPT 24 Front Row Fashion Runway Show Presented by VOGUE
Bellevue Square Bellevue Place Lincoln Square
SEPT 21–25
Media Partner:
VOGUE
*Vogue Market Stylist is advertiser
sponsored and for promotional purposes only.
P R E M I E REVENTS
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Fill your weekend with fun! Downtown Bellevue offers something for everyone whether you’re planning a weekend with family, friends or flying solo. Kick back and relax at the spa or hit the ground running for an afternoon at the Bellevue Botanical Garden — a day of adventure awaits from dawn to dusk!
Fresh Air FunBask in Bellevue’s natural, outdoor beauty while exploring the
53-acre Bellevue Botanical Garden. Meditate in the Alpine Rock
Garden or delight in fall’s rainbow of colors in the Dahlia Display. A
leisurely, half-mile stroll from the Visitor’s Center takes you across
a sweeping ravine and suspension bridge. Hungry after your stroll?
Head to 99 Park Restaurant for brunch, lunch or dinner. Celebrate
the abundance of the season fresh on your plate. Farm-fresh flavors
range from flaky salmon to San Juan halibut and off-the-vine,
heirloom tomatoes. Grab a seat on the patio or enjoy the outdoors
inside — the furniture is made from local, reclaimed wood!
Romance RevelryLove is in the air! Start the day with your sweetheart at Fran’s
Chocolates in Old Bellevue. Sip an iced, Venezuelan dark drinking
chocolate while savoring the sunshine thanks to outdoor seating.
When temperatures drop, head inside for a Tea & Chocolate tasting
or sample handmade truffles, chocolate-covered fruits and figs
from the confection case. Fran’s new seasonal collections promise
something new for every romantic mood. Let the good times roll
at Lucky Strike! It’s a swanky, adult update to your best teenage
memories — bowl a few games, hit the dance floor, test your arcade
game skills and refuel with one of their hand-crafted cocktails. End
your date night with dinner at Black Bottle. The gastropub is perfect
for a laid back, cozy meal of shared plates ranging from avocado
fries to flatbreads, gourmet tacos and sweet treats.
Brunch & BFFsPlan a day of pampering with your BFFs! Yuan Spa is a sanctuary
of relaxation from massage to hydrotherapy and manicures. All spa
packages include a complimentary lunch and guests are welcome to
bring their own wine or champagne — a toast to tranquility! After,
spend the afternoon exploring Old Bellevue. Gilbert’s on Main is
an old-school delicatessen abuzz with good food and conversation.
Snag a fresh bagel — the Everything Bagel is a bestseller thanks
Weekend FunBY DEANNA DUFF
4 FALL 2016 · BELLEVUE DOWNTOWN
to sesame and poppy seeds, garlic and onion — or indulge in their
legendary Matzo Ball soup. Head down the block for some retail
therapy. A handblown glassybaby is a perfect gift with choices such
as “Friendship,” “BFF” and “Cherish.” Around the corner, a friendship
fashion moment awaits you at clothing boutique La Ree. Whether
you’re looking for weekend essentials or something for a night on
the town, La Ree offers an outfit for every occasion.
All in the FamilyFrom tots to the young at heart, Bellevue is a virtual playground
of adventures. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is a wonderland of
fun with regular exhibits such as puppet theater, train table, face
painting and pirate palooza. Special events include the Halloween
Spooktacular (October 24) and regular Parents’ Nights Out with
educational themes and special activities for kids — Black Light
Science (September 21), Creepy Chemistry (October 19) and
Fossil Discovery (November 16). When hunger inevitably strikes,
Lunchbox Laboratory is guaranteed to satisfy every appetite. The
kid’s menu offers kid-sized burgers, grilled cheese and homemade
corndogs. Older kids will relish the chance to build their own burger
with fixings ranging from cream cheese to fried eggs. Throw in a
side of housemade tots or Mac Du Jour and the only thing left will
be a post-dinner nap!
Game DaysIt’s that time of year again — football season! If you are unable to
make it to CenturyLink Field, Downtown Bellevue has many great
football watching venues. At 520 Bar and Grill their seven TVs
are always tuned in to the Seahawks and Huskies games. Every
Thursday during football season swing by to see (and hear) the live
broadcast of The Mike Holmgren Show, airing 3 – 5 p.m. on 950
KJR-AM. They take reservations and serve their happy hour menu
during games. Bellevue Brewing Company has a 19’x10’ projection
wall and 6 additional monitors for viewing pleasure. During the
game enjoy one — or two — of their highly anticipated fall beers
including a new KZOK beer, Fresh Hop Ale and Double Red IPA.
Plan ahead and reserve their hospitality room for private viewing.
Have fun, be safe and arrive early to fully enjoy your game day!
Opposite page: Bellevue Botanical Garden. Photo © Rebecca Randall. Above: Fran’s Decadent Drinking Chocolate. Photo courtesy Fran’s Chocolates; 99 Park Restaurant. Photo © Shiloh Anne Photography. Below: KidsQuest Children’s Museum Spooktacular Puppet Theater. Photo © Merrill Images; Mike Holmgren from KJR 950 Mike Holmgren show. Photo courtesy 950 KJR-AM.
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Traffic got you down?Wishing you had a jetpack to outsmart the congestion? This Fall — just one trip can be the change you needed.
Starting mid-September there will be even
more reasons to try a new way of getting
around. King County Metro is opening up
registration for the Community In Motion
program that will run in conjunction with
other Eastside community programs:
Choose Your Way Bellevue, Kirkland
Green Trip, Issaquah Salmon Friendly
Trips and Go Redmond. When you join the
program you become eligible for a $100
emergency ride home credit with Uber, Lyft
or taxi; RideshareOnline.com trip-logging
incentives; and drawings. Find a ridematch
for carpooling or vanpooling, earn a $25
gift card after three months of trying a
new commute besides driving alone. The
Community in Motion team is available
to help you explore your options and plan
your commute. Learn more at
kingcounty.gov/getinmotion. This program
is supported by the Bellevue Downtown
Association’s TransManage.
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Photo courtesy Choose Your Way Bellevue.
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For many people, planning dinner is more complicated than restaurant reservations or grocery store trips. Thousands of Bellevue community members do not know where their next meal will come from. In 2015, Hopelink — a nonprofit serving those in need — served nearly 6,000 individuals at their Bellevue Foodbank and Emergency Services Center.
“Many people say how they never thought they’d personally be in
need,” says Kris Betker, of Hopelink. “It’s amazing how quickly life
can change. You can lose your job, become sick or just become
unable to make ends meet.”
Learn about organizations feeding those in need and how you
can help.
HopelinkHopelink’s Bellevue location is its second largest of five Puget
Sound locations. Clients include all ages with a particular emphasis
on school-aged children during summer months. According to
Betker, nearly 20% of Bellevue children qualify for free or reduced
lunch and breakfast. During school breaks, this leaves many kids
hungry. Hopelink accepts donations with a particular need for non-
perishable foods such as peanut butter and canned goods, which
stores are less likely to donate. Hope-Link.org.
Bellevue LifeSpringFounded in 1911, LifeSpring has served Bellevue for 105 years. Their
Emergency Food and Basic Needs Pantry delivers groceries directly
to households. All donations are welcome, but contact LifeSpring if
you’re interested in focused help. LifeSpring endeavors to serve all
food needs from cultural to dietary, allergies and more. They also
sponsor the Breaktime-Mealtime program serving children boxed
breakfasts and lunches during school breaks. During the 2015–2016
school year 128,000 meals were provided. For $25, a child is fed for a
week. To learn more about Adopt-a-Box, visit BellevueLifeSpring.org.
Bellevue Farmers MarketRecipients enjoy a variety of fresh-from-the-farm products. The
Thursday market averages over 40 vendors representing farmers,
bakers, egg producers and more. Donation crates overflow with
Human Services Spotlight
Hopelink 21st Reaching Out Luncheon Keynote by Mario BataliMonday, October 24 | The Meydenbauer Center For more information and to register visit Hope-Link.org
Bellevue LifeSpring Uncork the Night A celebration of wine and giving benefiting the Breaktime-Mealtime™ ProgramSaturday, October 8 | Hyatt Regency BellevueFor more information and to purchase tickets visit BellevueLifeSpring.org
Caring for the CommunityBY DEANNA DUFF
8 FALL 2016 · BELLEVUE DOWNTOWN
lettuce, eggplant, tomatoes, raspberries, peaches, bread, jam
and more. The total food donated since the program’s inception
exceeds 66,000 pounds. “Especially operating in Bellevue, there
are misconceptions that it’s a well-to-do area and everyone can
afford food. There are many people in need and everyone deserves
access to good food,” says Natalie Evans, market manager. A
new program was introduced in 2016. The community is now
encouraged to donate food via public bins at the farmers market.
BellevueFarmersMarket.org.
Seastar Restaurant and John Howie SteakChef John Howie is passionate about eradicating hunger. For 14
years, Howie, his family, friends and a volunteer staff host 400-500
individuals for an elegant Thanksgiving meal at Seastar at no charge
to guests. He partners with community organizations such as
Bellevue LifeSpring, Hopelink, YMCA and more to extend invitations
to those in need. He also leads the Kick Hunger Challenge for Food
Lifeline. In partnership with the Seattle Seahawks, he raises money
for local food banks. In addition to fundraising dinners and auctions,
individuals can visit his restaurants for periodic cocktail and food
promotions with proceeds benefiting the cause. For updates and
details, visit JohnHowieSteak.com or SeastarRestaurant.com.
Homeward Pet Adoption CenterFamilies lacking food often extends to hungry pets. “The food
banks we work with estimate that 90% of the families utilizing their
services have pets,” says Terri Inglis, executive director, Homeward
Pet. “They’re also struggling to feed their furry friends and will
often feed their pets before themselves.” In 2015, Homeward Pet
donated upwards of 50,000 pounds of pet food to Puget Sound
food banks. Needs include dry kibble, canned food and even kitty
litter. Even half-used, opened bags of dry food are welcome —
donate rather than discard food if your pet changes tastes, diet or
develops allergies. For donation locations and further details, visit
HomewardPet.org.
Opposite page: Hopelink volunteer stocking produce. Photo © Gordon Wang. Clockwise from top: Hopelink volunteer. Photo © Gordon Wang; Bellevue LifeSpring volunteers assembling Breaktime-Mealtime boxes. Photo © David M. Davis; Chef John Howie. Photo © Angie Norwood Browne, Passion & Palate, Recipes for a Generous Table; Fresh strawberries at Bellevue Farmer’s Market. Photo © Charity Burrgraaf.
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incredible it was to see my work on display.
What were the challenges?
The most challenging part was deciding
which designs to put into the show.
How did you feel when you won?
At first, I didn’t realize that they had even
called my name. I was in total shock when
I realized I had won, since I was competing
with so many incredible designers. The rest
of the night was an amazing blur of talking
to people, interviews, and photos.
What kind of advice would you give to
those interested in pursuing fashion
design?
I would have to say that if fashion design
is your passion, you should go for it. It’s
difficult, and the hours are long, but it’s
completely worth it. They say that if you
love what you do, you will never work a day
in your life, and I believe this 100 percent.
How has the past year been after winning
the runway show? What have you been up
to recently?
The year since winning the show has
been amazing. I showed at FashioNXT in
Portland and my work has been featured
in numerous magazines and blogs, and I
have had the privilege to work with many
amazing photographers. Recently I have
been focusing on setting up my own
manufacturing which will allow me to
both expand my custom line, as well as
develop a line that I can wholesale to bridal
boutiques across the country.
The illustrious Fashion Week at The Bellevue Collection offers an avenue to experience the fashion world in a Pacific Northwest setting.
To kick off fashion week, The Bellevue
Collection will host its 5th annual
Independent Designer Runway Show
where featured upcoming designers
showcase their collections and compete
for a cash prize courtesy of the Kemper
Freeman Family and The Bellevue
Collection. Six months prior to this fashion
showdown, select local designers are
placed in a mentorship program designed
to develop their unique style and refine
their technique through the guidance of
a panel of fashion industry insiders. The
winning designer will have a look from
their collection on display in a Fashion
Frame at Bellevue Square.
The last designer who had one of their
looks featured in the Fashion Frame was
Phuong Nguyen. After a year filled with
opportunity and growth, Nguyen chatted
with us about her experience and her bridal
line, Dream Dresses by P.M.N.
How did you get your start in the fashion
industry? What sparked your passion for
fashion?
I have been interested in fashion as long
as I can remember, even as a young child.
After graduating from the Art Institute of
Seattle, I didn’t know what niche I wanted
to get into until I designed two gowns for
my own wedding. The gowns were so
amazing that many of my guests
thought I should start designing them
full-time, and thats how Dream Dresses by
P.M.N. was born.
What were the most exciting parts
of your experience in The Bellevue
Collection’s Independent Designer
Runway Show?
I think that seeing my gowns on display
at The Bellevue Collection was the most
exciting part. Having shopped (and even
worked) at The Bellevue Collection for
quite some time, it is hard to describe how
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Fashion SenseQ&A with Independent Fashion Designer Phuong Nguyen
Left: Photo © The W Portrature. Below: Photo © Vivian Hsu, Team Photogenic. Designs by Dream Dresses by P.M.N.
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Bellwether Sculpture Exhibition Art WalksSeptember 2 & October 7, 11:30 a.m. City Hall Plaza 450 110th Ave. NEThe Bellwether Sculpture Exhibition features sculptures and installations from 32 artists from around the world. The artworks will be presented in public places from City Hall to Downtown Park through October 9.
Lunchtime Art Walks coincide with Bellevue Arts Museum’s Free First Friday program and will include curated lunchtime performances including dance, music and poetry. Free guided tours are available for groups of eight or more. To make a request at least two weeks in advance, email [email protected], with “Tour” in the subject line. Explore on your own with a self-guided tour with a free mobile app called STQRY that provides easy access to the stories behind the art.
Productions at the Theatre at Meydenbauer Center11100 NE 6th Street | 425-450-3810 | meydenbauer.com
City Opera BalletCosi fan tutteAugust 26 – 28
Seattle Maharashtra MandalMarathi (Indian) PlaySeptember 2
Ekal VidyalayaDDLJ ReturnsSeptember 10
ASHA SeattleMusic & Dance Fundraising ConcertSeptember 17
Seattle Young PhilharmonicMid-Autumn Melody – Cello ConcertSeptember 18
City Opera BalletRomeo & Juliet the BalletOctober 8 – 9
Village Theatre’s Pied PiperRock the PresidentsOctober 19 – 20
Seattle Chinese Chorus2016 Annual ConcertOctober 23
Seattle Ensemble of Songs & DancesOctober 28 – 29
Seattle HulaHawaii’s LegendsOctober 30
Storybook TheaterThe Emperor’s New ClothesNovember 1
Warren Miller EntertainmentHere,There & EverywhereNovember 5 – 6
The Trial of GoldylocksNovember 19 – 20
Tickets for many events are available at BrownPaperTickets.com or (800) 838-3006. Schedule is subject to change. For event information, please visit Meydenbauer.com
Bellevue Library Events 1111 110th Ave NE 425-450-1765 kcls.org/locations/1492/
Adobe Creative CloudTuesdays 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Fridays, 2 – 5 p.m. Bellevue Library
Free open lab (drop-in) access to Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator for your project.
Book Lover’s Happy HourSeptember 13 5 – 6:30 p.m.
Zeek’s Pizza 10201 NE 10th St 425-893-8646
zeekspizza.com/locations-hours/zeeks-pizza-bellevue/
Love it? Hate it? Share it! Mingle with other book lovers, and collect new titles for your to-read list. Appetizers provided. Free.
World Cinema SalonOctober 4 – 23, Sundays, 2 – 4 p.m. Bellevue Library
Explore our diverse community through movies from around the world. Enjoy a post-screening conversation for each film with refreshments. Free.
p Bellevue Farmers Market Thursdays through October 27, 3 – 7 p.m.
Bellevue Presbyterian Church 1717 Bellevue Way NE 425-454-8474 BellevueFarmersMarket.org
Come for dinner with a friend, listen to live music from our weekly musical guests and enjoy a cooking demo or seasonal event. See website for schedules, directions, and event info.
Have a community event in Downtown Bellevue to add to our listing? Email the information to [email protected].
Fall Events
Whisk10385 Main Street 425-922-9575 WhiskCooks.com
Kids in the Kitchen: Pancakes and Crêpes September 18 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Suitable for children 8 years and up. Hands-on class with cookbook author Gill Dey.
Local Harvest DinnerOctober 20, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Farm to table hands-on cooking class with Chef Kristen.
BAM Biennial 2016: Metamorphosis September 2, 2016 – late January, 2017
Bellevue Arts Museum 510 Bellevue Way NE 425-519-0770 BellevueArts.org
BAM Biennial is a juried exhibition which focuses on the work of established and emerging Northwest artists, craftspeople, and designers living and working in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana, and British Columbia.
Kelsey Creek Farm FairOctober 1, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
410 130th Place SE 425-452-7688
Children’s crafts, inflatables, entertainment, tractor rides, vintage tractor displays and more. No entrance fee. Costs vary for food and activities. Cash only. No ATM on site.
Fashion Week at The Bellevue CollectionSeptember 21 – 25 (See page 2 for more information)
New Fashion Week Event: Sips & Suits Wine Tasting and Trend Tour September 21, 6 p.m. Bellevue Square
A toast to men’s fashion with wine and whiskey. To view the full Fashion Week schedule and to purchase tickets visit FashionWeekBellevue.com
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Live at Lunch Summer Concert Series Produced by the Bellevue Downtown Association
Take a break and enjoy many of the Northwest’s hottest bands from rock to jazz to funk. Noon – 1:30 p.m. 425-453-1223 | BellevueDowntown.com/events/live-at-lunch
August 23Tobias the OwlBellevue Square Fountain Court
August 24The Kareem Kandi BandThe Bravern
August 25En CantoBellevue Connection
August 30Ben Hunter & Joe SeamonsBellevue Square Fountain Court
August 31The WinterlingsSkyline Tower
September 1The Georgetown All-StarsBellevue Connection
September 6Brian Feist Blues DuoKey Center
September 7The Banner DaysCity Center Plaza
September 8Crème TangerineBellevue Connection
Bellevue Botanical Garden12001 Main Street | 425-452-6826 BellevueBotanical.org
Classes Art in the GardenAugust 27 – 28, 10 a.m.
All About GrassesSeptember 15, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Pruning BasicsSeptember 22, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Ferns for Tough Places and Beautiful SpacesSeptember 29, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Fall Tasks in the Mixed BorderOctober 8, 10 a.m. – Noon
LecturesNorthwest Perennial Alliance (NPA) Annual Meeting and LectureSeptember 18, Noon
Northwest Perennial Alliance lectureOctober 16, Noon
The Emergent City: Transforming the Urban Experience with Dynamic LandscapesOctober 19, 7 p.m.
The Great Northwest Glass Pumpkin PatchOctober 8, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Northwest Arts Center Grounds 9825 NE 24th Street 425-452-4106 Bellevuewa.gov/northwest_arts.htm
Visit a Glass Pumpkin Patch featuring over 1,000 hand-blown glass pumpkins crafted by local glass artists from the Tacoma Glassblowing Studio. All ages; children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. Free.
The GREAT Pumpkin Hunt October 29, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Northwest Arts Center, 9825 NE 24th St. 425-452-4106 Bellevuewa.gov/northwest_arts.htm
Kid carnival games, Halloween crafts, music, and the Great Pumpkin Hunt makes this an event you will not want to miss. Registration is required – For Pumpkin Hunt details, registration and event information please visit Bellevuewa.gov/northwest_arts.htm and click on The Great Pumpkin Hunt link.
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KidsQuest Children’s Museum’s
Gingerbread house workshops for the whole family!
Gingerbread Workshops
www.kidsquestmuseum.org/gingerbreadworkshop
November 25th & 26thHyatt Regency Bellevue
Light rail construction has begun in Bellevue. Learn how to get around during construction by visiting soundtransit.org/east-link-construction
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please visit soundtransit.org/eastlink, or contact
Sound Transit at 206-398-5470, [email protected]. For information in alternative
formats, call 1-800-201-4900/TTY Relay: 711 or email [email protected]
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Ask Jesse Canedo what he does for a living
and he’ll tell you he is a “business advocate
supporting everyone from first time
business owners to global companies.”
Canedo moved from Texas a little over a
year ago after landing his job at the City
of Bellevue. He had never been to the
Pacific Northwest, but the region seemed
to fit his love for the outdoors, and he says
Downtown is the perfect urban setting
for his lifestyle. Canedo spoke to us about
what he loves about Downtown and his
hopes for the city.
What do you love most about being the
City’s Economic Development Manager?
The thing I love about my job is the breadth
of people I get to interact with. There’s
this incredible amount of energy here and
it’s great to be a resource to these new
businesses and tap into that energy.
Why did you choose to live in Downtown
Bellevue?
I love urban neighborhoods and I wanted
to be in Downtown Bellevue to be a user
of the product that I’m marketing and
selling. It’s close to work—I’m lucky in my
professional career that my commute has
always been less than 15 minutes long.
Today, I have a leisurely 10 minute walk to
the office.
Urbanite
Jesse CanedoBY GERI MASSENGALE
RESIDENCE: THE PALAZZO
OCCUPATION: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
MANAGER, CITY OF BELLEVUE
BE OUR NEXT URBANITEDo you live and work in Downtown Bellevue? Email [email protected] and tell us your place of residence, employer and Downtown Bellevue story.
What makes Downtown Bellevue unique?
The energy here is constantly changing
and growing. There’s still this half-finished
canvas and untapped opportunity to
create new experiences and traditions in
Downtown Bellevue.
What are your hopes for the city?
Bellevue’s already on a great trajectory
and a lot of the things I’m hoping for are
already coming true. But I’d like to see the
city truly embrace its place as a video game
development hub. Maybe even have a
video game museum.
What would you like to see more of?
I know the transportation department is
working on this, but I’d like to see more
bike infrastructure. I’m a casual bike rider
and so it would be nice to do that around
Downtown Bellevue more.
Ideal weekend?
I’m a huge coffee guy so on Saturdays I
drink coffee and catch up on reading. I
probably caffeinate on a Saturday enough
for the whole week ahead. I really like the
coffee and the set up at Honor Coffee.
Favorite Happy Hour?
Daniel’s Broiler or El Guacho.
Favorite Event?
The Bellevue Arts Fair weekend was really
awesome. It’s huge! I took my family there
when they were visiting. My mom loves art.
Canedo is looking forward to seeing Downtown grow
into its potential and he’s eager to work with new
businesses. If you’re an aspiring business owner, he
encourages you to get in touch via email at
[email protected] or on LinkedIn.
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Bellevue Businesses, Apartments, and Condominium PropertiesDid you know these services are included for FREE as part of your garbage service?
Getting Started Is FREE & EasySET-UP/INCREASE SERVICE – Property Managers/Owners call Republic Services to add or increase recycling
service or to request your free outside organics cart(s). Republic will also provide program design and onsite start-up assistance. Call 425-646-2492 or visit www.RepublicBellevue.com and click on “Request Services.”
REQUEST FREE ASSISTANCE & RESOURCES – call the City of Bellevue for free resources, including The Refresh Recycling Program. Call 425-452-6932 or email [email protected].
SET-UP/INCREASE SERVICE• Organics carts for collecting food scraps and yard debris• Picked up weekly
FREE RESOURCES• Organics posters• Kitchen caddies for collecting food scraps to carry outside and empty into the organics cart• Two sizes available: small with compostable bags for residents and large Slim Jims® for businesses
SET-UP/INCREASE SERVICE• Recycling dumpsters or carts• Picked up weekly or more
FREE RESOURCES• Recycling posters• Recycling containers for businesses • Recycling tote bags for apartment and condo residents to use to collect materials and carry them outside to dump into the recycling carts or dumpsters
Save money and resources by reducing your garbage. It’s good for our community and the environment.
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