With Facebook already having doubled in size over the past two years since opening its Seattle office location, the social networking site is in talks to expand on the Eastside. According to Puget Sound Business Journal, Facebook is considering office space in Bellevue’s Spring District. According to the report, Facebook […]
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Boys and Girls Club Hosts “BE a Smart Girl” Luncheon at Ascend
The Boys and Girls Club is hosting their annual BE a Smart Girl Luncheon on September 21st. Be a Smart Girl is a comprehensive programming strategy for female Boys and Girls Club members that addresses three program areas: academic success, good character, and leadership and healthy lifestyles. Programs include; STEAM […]
Bosa Plans a Second Condo Tower Across the Street from One88
Bosa Development is planning to build a 21-story tower across the street from their current project, One88. According to public records, Bosa Development bought the corner lot on 105th Avenue Northeast, which was where Sushi Maru used to be located. This purchase was for $11 million. The tower is projected […]
Bike Lanes and Bike Share Added to Downtown Bellevue
The bike lanes in downtown Bellevue are now operating, as of the end of July. The lanes run along 108th Avenue Northeast between Main Street and Northeast 12th Street. There is one lane on either side, which is separated from car lanes by temporary curbs, posts, painted buffer areas and […]
Tony Moly Opens at Bellevue Square
Tony Moly is now open on the second floor of Bellevue Square, located next to Victoria’s Secret. This South Korean cosmetics brand is known for being chic and affordable. The brand was established in 2006 and has become a household name in South Korea. The products combine quality with unique […]
Historic Winters House on Bellevue Way Under Wraps Until Light Rail Completes
The Winters House, located on Bellevue Way, is closed until the light rail is completed in 2022 or later. The historic house, built in 1929, is wrapped up with scaffolding and will not have any programming or operations for the next 4 or more years. The house was most recently […]
Sushi Maru Closes in Downtown Bellevue
Sushi Maru, located on 105th Avenue Northeast, is permanently closed as of today. According to a sign on their door, the sushi restaurant is being replaced with a new residential building and will begin construction soon. Sushi Maru opened 9 years ago in July of 2009. They offered conveyor belt […]
La Parisienne French Bakery and Cepae Now Open in Soma Towers
La Parisienne French Bakery and Cepae are now open in Soma Towers. Bread, artisanal pastries and wines are offered. La Parisienne French Bakery offers lunch and coffee. Food can be eaten at the bakery or taken to go. Customers can enjoy sandwiches, breads, quiches, croissants, palmiers and more. Special orders […]
Cisco Home Furniture Store Now Open at Old Cost Plus Location
A new tenant has moved into the building located on Northeast 8th Street, in what used to be Cost Plus World Market. According to their website, Cisco Home furniture store, next-door to Destination Maternity, is now open. The furniture store offers lighting, accessories, upholstery and unconventionally designed furniture. All pieces […]
2018 Bellevue Art Festivals to include Art, Food & Fun: July 27 – July 29
This year’s Bellevue art festivities will take place on the weekend of July 27th through July 29th. Three separate art fairs are featured; Bellevue Arts Fair, 6th Street Fair, and Bellevue Festival of the Arts. All events are free to the public. Bellevue Arts Fair – The Bellevue Collection and […]