Construction has officially begun on one of Bellevue’s largest affordable housing projects, a development led by BRIDGE Housing that will provide 234 apartments in the city’s Spring District. The community will include two mid-rise buildings, with forty units specifically designated for residents with developmental disabilities. A groundbreaking ceremony marked the […]
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Japanese American Farmers Honored in Bellevue Library Art Exhibit
A new art exhibit at the Bellevue Library highlights the history of Japanese American farmers in the area. Called Emerging Radiance, the piece is part of the City of Bellevue’s public art collection and will be on display through at least February 2027. Created by artists Tani Ikeda and Michelle […]
Swiss Chocolate Brand Läderach to Open First WA Store at Bellevue Square
Bellevue is getting a sweet new addition. Läderach, the well-known Swiss chocolatier, is opening its first store in Washington state at Bellevue Square. The family-owned company, famous for its handcrafted chocolates, has locations across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with headquarters in Switzerland. The new Bellevue Square store, located on […]
Amazon Commits $100 Million to Affordable Housing in Bellevue
Amazon is deepening its investment in Bellevue’s affordable housing efforts with a new $100 million commitment aimed at expediting development for low-to-moderate income families. The funding, announced during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Spring District BRIDGE Housing Community, will help reduce construction timelines by up to two years, allowing families […]
Seattle Restaurant Week Returns March 30 – April 12
Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) is back from March 30 through April 12, giving diners an opportunity to enjoy prix fixe menus at restaurants across the greater Seattle area. The bi-annual event offers lunch priced between $20 and $35, while dinner ranges from $50 to $65. SRW celebrates and supports the […]
Bellevue Could See Expanded Water Transit Under New Legislation
A new bill moving through the Washington State Legislature could bring passenger-only ferry service to communities across Puget Sound, including Bellevue. House Bill 1923, known as the Mosquito Fleet Act, would establish a grant program to fund the purchase and operation of passenger-only ferries starting July 1, 2025. Sponsored by […]
Brent Stewart Named President of Bellevue-Based QFC After Failed Merger
Brent Stewart is now the president of Quality Food Centers (QFC), the Bellevue-based grocery chain owned by The Kroger Co., according to an announcement made on Twitter. His promotion follows the collapse of Kroger’s $24.6 billion merger with Albertsons Cos., which had left QFC’s future uncertain for two years. Stewart […]
Interactive Bubble Experience Coming to Bellevue
Bubble Planet, an interactive experience featuring 11 thematic environments, is set to open in downtown Bellevue on March 20, 2025. This pop-up event offers a 90-minute immersive adventure appropriate for all ages. Located at 103 110th Avenue Northeast, the former Toys ‘R’ Us building, Bubble Planet provides a hands-on experience […]
Celebrate Black History Month with Fashion & Art in Bellevue
This month, The Bellevue Collection, Museum of Pop Culture (MOPOP), and local fashion designer Olayinka Ola are teaming up to offer a unique experience in honor of Black History Month. From February 20 to March 9, visitors to Bellevue Square will have the chance to explore installations that showcase Black […]
Pinstripes No Longer Opening at 555 Tower, Space for Lease
Pinstripes, the Italian-American bistro that was set to open at 555 Tower in Bellevue, will no longer be moving forward with its planned location. Signs at the space now indicate that it is available for lease. Initially announced in 2023, Pinstripes was expected to bring a combination of dining, bowling, […]