Author: Lauren

Santa Stars in ‘Snowflake Lane’ Parade

Santa will arrive in downtown Bellevue Friday night during The Bellevue Collection’s annual “Snowflake Lane” parade. The festivities kick off at 7 p.m. with holiday music, costumed characters, and a parade featuring Santa in his sleigh. The parade begins near the Bellevue Place and Lincoln Square sky bridge, marches past […]

Bellevue Mayor Signs Trade Agreements in China

One of China’s biggest construction companies plans to open an office in Bellevue, following an agreement signed in Beijing this week by Bellevue’s mayor and the company’s chairman. Washington state representatives, including Bellevue Mayor Conrad Lee, are currently conducting a state trade mission in Asia. As a result of the […]

Skoah Opens in Downtown Bellevue

Skoah, a personal skin care company based in Vancouver, Canada, recently opened a new facial spa in downtown Bellevue. Skoah offers a variety of facial services, including massages and deep cleansing treatments. Personal trainers help customers create at-home skin care routines. The spa is located at 217 Bellevue Way NE, […]

The Bravern to Offer ‘Winter Seasonal Showcase’

The Shops at The Bravern will present its first “Winter Seasonal Showcase” from 6-10 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, in downtown Bellevue. This free holiday event will include a red carpet arrival with photos, a DJ, a live band, and drinks and appetizers. The Bravern’s 19 retailers and restaurants will […]

Bravern Residences Sold for $308 Million

Schnitzer West, a local commercial real estate company, sold the Bravern Signature Residences in downtown Bellevue for $308 million this week. That sum set a Puget Sound area record of $676,923 per apartment, according to the Puget Sound Business Journal. The buyer is listed as Bravern Residences North and South […]

Obadiah Salon Offers Massage Therapy

Obadiah Salon now offers massage therapy at its downtown Bellevue location. The salon features licensed massage practitioner Scot Campbell, who received his training and license through the Bellevue Massage School. The Seattle native specializes in Swedish and deep tissue massage. Campbell has a background in sports, military service, and the […]

Bar Code Cocktail Lounge to Open at Ten20 Tower

Bar Code, a craft cocktail lounge, plans to open in downtown Bellevue’s Ten20 Tower Luxury Apartment building in mid-October. Bar Code will be managed by Evan Martin, who started bartending in 2009 and most recently worked at Tavern Law’s Needle and Thread in Seattle and Naga Cocktail Lounge at Chantanee […]

Soma Towers in Downtown Bellevue Nears Completion

Su Development recently reached the top floor of construction at Soma Towers in downtown Bellevue. Construction for the mixed-use retail and 148-unit apartment project began in May 2012. Crews poured the roof deck last month, and the 21-story apartment tower is expected to open for occupancy in spring 2014, according […]

Downtown Bellevue Features Dog Walking Business, ‘4PAWS and a WAG’

Downtown Bellevue residents who need someone to care for their dogs or cats while they’re away can call 4PAWS and a WAG, a local business offering dog walking and in-home pet visits. 4PAWS and a WAG, a member of Pet Sitters Associates, frequently provides pet care services for residents of […]

The Bravern Spotlights Fall Fashion

The Bravern will present three fall fashion shows this month in downtown Bellevue. “The Art of Fashion,” a celebration in honor of fashion, runs from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at Neiman Marcus. The event includes a happy hour in Mariposa at Neiman Marcus from 6-8 p.m. and a fall […]