As the Baby Boomer generation enters retirement, it is important for our growing senior population to focus on safety and take proactive steps to ensure those years are golden. Statistics from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services show that older adults are more likely to become victims of crime or encounter unsafe circumstances. Whether it’s at home or in the community, seniors need to be cautious and recognize that even the simplest of tasks can become hazardous. Home accidents are among the leading causes of injury and death to Americans over the age of 60. In addition, older adults are more susceptible to home invasion and robbery.
The Kirkland Fire Department sounded sirens as the community cheered and waved American flags outside of Army Maj. Michael Tremblay’s home welcoming him back from Iraq last Thursday.
Enjoy a feast of mixed-media art in March at Parklane Gallery.
The Baudboys, an eight-voice a cappella group made up entirely of Microsoft employees, return to Olympia’s Washington Center for the Performing Arts on March 7 as hosts of the Pacific Northwest Harmony Sweepstakes A Cappella Festival. After half a decade participating in the event, they’ll finally have an album available for their fans.
Pondera Winery will introduce the community to its new wines during the shop’s release weekend event that will run from noon to 4 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 21-22.
Twice a day, Candida Crane walks her energetic terrier, Sadie and young Labrador Oliver through her Norkirk neighborhood on a leash.
Watercolorist Nicki M. Smith is featuring her watercolors in “Swept Away,” a show at Parklane Gallery for the month of February. Smith’s evocative portraits, combined with images of surf inspire us to access our own internal and external waves of change and motion.
Jan Paul’s husband had to make a hole in the ceiling to fit one of her looms in their home.
Having experienced large weddings before, Jeanne MacRae and Redmond Optometrist Jeff Forrey decided to make their union an intimate family affair. But the couple, who first met through his optometry business, found the perfect prescription to “Tie the Knot” through a special Valentine’s Day wedding ceremony at Heritage Hall.
Between ACDC and Kiss concerts, Jan Martinka was living the fast life trying to raise two kids.
Kirkland might be the city’s name, but for a few hours Sunday afternoon it could have been called “Morgan Town”.
Artist and psychologist Dr. Sheila Adams will open her sculpture exhibit, “Whatever Comes to Mind,” at the Blaubak Gallery on Feb. 12, during a solo show of sculpture, paintings and mixed media from 7-9 p.m.
Ask Brian Gore how he became the leader of a touring guitar festival, and he’ll tell you what sounds like the setup for a joke.
The unique lavender walls in Leslie Amira’s Kirkland home landed her a spot on A&E’s Sell This House over the weekend.
Known by many as “Mr. Kirkland,” long-time resident Chuck Morgan is saying goodbye.
Screening his latest project, “”Marijuana: It’s Time for a Conversation”, Rick Steves will present a short film on the prohibition on the trade and use of marijuana
Rose Hill Elementary PTSA and Studio East will celebrate their 10th Anniversary together with the stage production of “We’re Having a Ball.”
Artist Julie Alpert recently completed a site-specific installation in the back staircase at Kirkland Arts Center (KAC).
Parklane Gallery is now featuring artist Russ Riddle’s woodwork that will be on display through May.