Archive for the ‘Local Events’ Category
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Nov
25
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
Issaquah Highland’s own Sherm’s BBQ Bistro and Catering was one of the restaurants that provided the food for the Harvest Dance, a benefit for the Issaquah Food Bank. Kim of Sherm’s put on quite a spread, Pork Spare Ribs in Paprika Sauce, Smoke Beef tidbits on a stick, Blue Cheese Potatoes, BBQ Chicken and Jambalya, Pulled Pork Canapes, Turkey & Cranberry Wraps. Hungry yet?!
Sherm's BBQ
Sherm’s is at 1927 15th Ave NE, across from Ashland Park. The restaurants who provided the food get a big hooray from me and I am sure all who attended the dance. Harvest Dance was a huge success at least for those who attended.
Other restaurants that participated were Amante’s Pizza and Pasta. Lombardi’s, Tiger Mountain Grill and Sweet Addition. The food had great variety (see below) and the turnout was superb. I don’t know how much the food bank benefited but by all appearances it should have been a success. I was busy eating and taking pictures but the beat got the best of me and soon Larry and I were dancing to the rhythm. Pickering Barn was jumpin, that night (not because of us)!
We even got a little of “These Boots are Made for Walkin’” later on in the evening. For a while almost, but not all, were concentrating on the food. But brave souls ventured out and soon the dance floor was full. It didn’t matter if you were young or old or if you could dance. everyone had fun.
There were so many seated at tables that there wasn’t that much space for dancing and you know how long the Pickering Barn is!
Later in the evening a auction began for many items that were also donated by individuals and businesses.
We couldn’t stay, if any of you did, comment on this article and let us know how it went.
In addition to Sherm’s here is a list of featured foods at the Harvest Dance.
- Amante’s Pizza and Pasta provided many different kinds of yummy pizza to try. See our post about Amante’s. 525 NW Locust St. 425-313-9600 There is too much to tell you here. Link
- Lombardi’s had a cheese bowl of linguini with grana podana cheese, and rosemary croccatini with their own house cheese called Angelica de la morte! They never ran out that night. 695 NW Gilman Blvd, 425-391-9097
- Sweet Addition brought trays of different dessert morsels to share. See our post about Sweet Addition. They have much more than desserts. Christmas is a great time to visit them and their associated shops. You must see the candy shop! All in Gilman Village 337 NW Gilman Blvd, 425-392-5661
- Tiger Mountain Grill, delicious Dijon Chicken 385 NW Gilman Blvd, 425-392-0808
Issaquah Food Bank is needing more donations and sponsers this year, especially for the Holidays. Can you help? See www.issaquahfoodbank.org.
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Oct
25
Posted by Larry Cragun
Issaquah has so many things to enjoy. Issaquah Highlands is a unique community. The purpose of these 2 plus year old blogs is to provide you an enjoyable online trip by photographs and articles about living in Issaquah and Issaquah Highlands. Here is a photo summary of what I mean. Larry
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Fall In Issaquah and Events to visit.
Hiking and Biking and Terrific Homes
Farmers Markets
Talented neighbors that share.. 
Architecture to be proud of.
Homes with big tubs. Family and friends
A local rag that is full of it fun and info
Millions of strange children doing strange things.
Happy children, however. 
Men that refuse to grow old.
and men that can’t act their age.
An area that encourages fuel economy.
Frankly, just a great place to live: Issaquah, Talus, South Cove, Mirrormont, Issaquah Highlands, Klahanie, and you can add your favorite Issaquah neighborhood to the comments section.
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Oct
04
Posted by Larry Cragun
For a closer look you could attend the Issaquah Highlands Community Orientation. This full of information orientation may be for you. Thursday, October 9, 6:30-7:30pm at Blakely Hall.
Whether you are a new resident or a seasoned veteran, this orientation is a great way to learn more about our community, get your questions answered, and meet your potential new neighbors and community leaders. Questions, call 425-507-1107
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Aug
11
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
It takes time to decide what is junk. What you call junk might be someone elses treasure. Here is your warning:
Next Issaquah Highlands Garage Sale is Sept 20!
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Aug
04
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
Many Issaquah Highlands residents danced the night away last Saturday night. The band was excellent, so even if you were just listening it was fun. A balmy, not too hot night, a Central Park that could accommodate many people without fear of claustrophobia, and kids, moms, dads, even dogs and food from Marcella’s, what more could you want?
Ice Cream? It was there too, thanks to World Pies.
At first people were shy and few ventured out to cut a rug.
But it didn’t take long for the beat to get folks tappin’, jumpin’ and dancin’.
In no time the dance floor was overflowing onto the grass.
Lots of folks just watched and enjoyed. I saw lots of smiles and the kids seemed to have more fun than anyone. Well, maybe not, it was hard to tell who was having the most fun!
Thanks Issaquah Highlands, This was a great event! More, More please!
Thanks Portage Bay Big Band www.portagebaybigband.com
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Jun
24
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
Highlands Day in Issaquah Highlands is a BIG DEAL! It is this Saturday, June 28th, from 10 AM to 6 PM. By the looks of the schedule I think we will top last year. Check out the post from last year. http://ihighlands.neighborhoodsundressed.com/2007/06/30/lots-of-people-and-kids-having-fun-at-highlands-day/ Just click this address and you can take a look, if you were there it will jog your memory, and then come Saturday. Let us know which year you think was BEST?
This is the schedule for this year:
9:00am Parade registration, Parade at 10:00am
10:50am Opening Ceremonies
11:00amThe Amazing Bubbleman
12:00 noon Panduo Steel Drum Duo
12:30pm MK Ballet, in studio performance
1:00pm Fabulous Roof Shakers
1:45pm Watermelon Eating Contest
2:00pm Key to IH Presentation
3:00pm Sabha India Dance Troupe
3:30pm Fabulous Roof Shakers
4:15pm Te Fare O Tamatoa Tahitian Dancers
5:00pm Fabulous Roof Shakers
5:30pm Seattle Matsuri Taiko Drummers
6:00pm Event Closing
In addition there are Carnival Games, Food, Beer Garden, Root Beer Garden, Bounce House, and a Rock climbing wall and more!
There is a shuttle from the IH Park and Ride to the event at Village Green.
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May
23
Posted by Larry Cragun
Community Garage Sale Saturday, June 21, 9:00am-4:00pm
Our kids call it the best garage sale they have ever seen.
It is just the best.
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Mar
22
Posted by Larry Cragun
Issaquah agents are working Saturday, today. At least a few are. Check the map of Issaquah Open Houses.
Clicking the map makes it interactive. You can move it around or up close.
Tags: open+houses, realtors
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Mar
21
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
Saturday, March 22, 10:00am-12:00pm, At Grand Ridge Elementary
There will be carnival games, inflatable FUN, face painting, and even pictures with the Easter Bunny if you are so inclined. The bunny looks pretty lonely here. He needs lots of kids to cheer him up.
We appreciate IH having the Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday. That way all who wish can celebrate the real reason for Easter at the church of their choice on Sunday.
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Mar
15
Posted by Larry Cragun
Most are between1 and 4 PM. CLick here for the Issaquah Open House map:
While you are at it, just pick out your dream home.
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Mar
12
Posted by Larry Cragun
When you type fast it is easy to mispell our town Issaquah. Issaquah Not Isssaquah or Issaqua are common mistakes. But make no mistake, Issaquah is a great town. I want to post an article about what were the fist things you discovered about Issaquah that has fond memories. I remember asking the listing agent on our first Issaquah home in, “The Cottages” where we should go eat in celebration of our new home. She gave us 3 suggestions. In 3 days we tried each. So email, phone, or leave a comment on what you first discovered and liked.
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Mar
08
Posted by Larry Cragun
Issaquah Highlands is a great place to live. It is one of the most vibrant and well planned communities in the Pacific Northwest.
Enjoy a Sunday afternoon of touring homes. Click Here for the map of Issaquah Open Houses.
And if it wears you out…. stop here at the corner of 25th and Park Dr or Nine Espresso.
Tags: open+houses, issaquah+higlands
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Jan
31
Posted by Larry Cragun
Not today, no way. Snoqualmie Pass is closed. See for yourself.
He isn’t coming over Stevens Pass either. A macho truck driver didn’t chain up, spun out, and every car behind for miles had to stop and they are stranded. That pass is closed too.
Let’s see, is a ticket punishment enough for the trucker? No. Make a snow man out of him.
The link to these traffic cams is in the right sidebar.
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Jan
13
Posted by Larry Cragun
More to the point, is your dog prepared?
Issaquah Highlands is dog friendly, from bark park to the streets, even in the elevator at Starpoint.
But how prepared is your dog? I want to introduce you to the thought that you might just want your pooch to dump his pouch. Get him in shape before its too late.
Click here for a training video for your hound dog.
