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What's up Kirkland! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Which Kirkland-connected medtech leader just took a major ultrasound role?
- Kirkland native Christian King heads to Spokane for big Gonzaga matchup.
- How Kirkland-born Layne Staley helped shape rock history and grunge.
Also on today's calendar: Family Fun Nights including free dinner, games and teaching for the kids and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.
- Monday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 79, low: 57.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 84 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Tech Moves: AWS data leader jumps to Oracle; Seattle Children's names new CIO; Zillow's new legal chief (commstrader.com) — Kirkland gets a nod in this roundup of major Seattle-area leadership moves, with Verasonics and Cardiac Dimensions highlighted as key stops in ultrasound executive Richard Van Bibber's career. The story surveys new C‑suite and board appointments across tech, healthcare, and philanthropy, underscoring how Puget Sound leaders—from Amazon alumni to cancer researchers—are reshaping companies that influence jobs, innovation, and medical care throughout the region. 
• Montana State program coming off strong Big Sky season set to visit Gonzaga on Nov. 17 (thenewstribune.com) — College hoops fans may notice a Kirkland connection when Montana State visits Gonzaga on Nov. 17, as returning forward Christian King is a Kirkland native and Seattle Prep alum. The Bobcats are rebuilding after losing their top scorers but bring back King and other key contributors from a solid Big Sky season.
• This Day in Rock History: August 22 (rock929rocks.com) — Kirkland gets a shout-out in rock history as the birthplace of Alice in Chains frontman Layne Staley, a key figure in the grunge era. The piece also recaps major August 22 milestones for bands like Santana, Led Zeppelin, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Deftones across decades.
📸 Around Kirkland
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Kirkland
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★ Featured events ★
- Family Fun Nights including free dinner, games and teaching for the kids →
Woodinville Alliance Church, 13940 NE 166th St, Woodinville
5:00 pm
Monday August 24
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Other local events
- Campus Tour
University of Washington Bothell Summit Hall
11:00 am - Summer Meals at Kingsgate Library
Kingsgate Library 12315 NE 143rd Street, Kirkland, WA 98034
12:00 pm - Sponsored Research Virtual Office Hours for Administrators
University of Washington Bothell 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011
3:00 pm - Campus Tour
University of Washington Bothell Summit Hall
11:00 am - Summer Meals at Kingsgate Library
Kingsgate Library 12315 NE 143rd Street, Kirkland, WA 98034
12:00 pm - Sponsored Research Virtual Office Hours for Faculty
University of Washington Bothell 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011
2:00 pm - Sponsored Research Post-Award Office Hours for Administrators
University of Washington Bothell 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011
10:00 am - Summer Accessibility POP Session 5: Accessible Presentation Deli
University of Washington Bothell Zoom (see registration link)
11:00 am - Fresh Hop Brewday Open House →
Watts Brewing Company, 15510 Redmond-Woodinville Rd NE Ste E110, Woodinville, WA 98072
2:00 pm
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Wednesday September 2
📣 Kirkland Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Red, White, & Bloom, America: An NGC Flower Show
Bellevue Botanical Garden The Aaron Education Center at the , 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, 98005, United States
9:30 am - Bluegrass jam and concert →
Copperworks Distilling - Kenmore, 7324 NE 175th St, Kenmore
2:30 pm - Golden Hour Unboxed
Bellevue Botanical Garden The Aaron Education Center at the , 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, 98005, United States
6:00 pm - Office Summer Hours
Meadow Crest Early Learning Center Renton, WA 98057
Sunday August 23
Monday August 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Looking for a handyman with diverse experience with flooring, lighting, doors and fixtures.
Have a long list of small repairs to get done in Kirkland. If you have a strong recommendation please let me know. (Nextdoor Finn Hill) - I am extremely careful driving these days.
I'm so afraid of not being able to see these kids who ride on their electric scooters or bikes. What happened to parents teaching their children that… (Nextdoor North Eastern Kirkland)
- EvergreenHealth posted a job opening for Patient Registrar (nights) in Kirkland. Apply here.
- Whole Foods posted a job opening for Produce Team Member (Clerk, Floor Service) - Part Time in Kirkland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kirkland here.
🗞 Nearby News
Redmond
- She came to Redmond at 10 to chase a tennis dream. Now she's headed to the U.S. Open (kiro7.com)
- Redmond Community Expands Memory Care and Alzheimer's Programs (bonitaesteromagazine.com)
- Terreno Realty Corporation Acquires Redmond Industrial Property (connectcre.com)
Bothell
- Event Recap - Jaipur Literary Festival: A Sneak Peek in Seattle (asiasociety.org)
Ok Kirkland! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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