Bellevue Family 4th of July, the largest event on the Eastside celebrating the patriotic holiday, has been canceled. According to the City of Bellevue, the decision was made due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order extension, and Washington’s phased plan for eventually allowing gatherings over […]
Announcements
Bellevue Arts Museum Arts Fair Canceled Due to Pandemic
The Bellevue Arts Museum Arts Fair 2020, which was scheduled for July 24-26, has been canceled. According to a press release, this decision has been made in light of Washington State’s newly announced “Safe Start” plan, and in the interest of keeping artists and community members safe. The Museum’s Executive […]
New Bellevue Program Provides Support for Restaurants and Healthcare Workers
The Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club has put together a program, RestaurantsforResponders.org, to provide support for healthcare workers and restaurants, simultaneously. The program provides restaurant-prepared meals to our overworked local responders, doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers. They are partnering with Overlake and Evergreen Hospitals, the City of Bellevue and surrounding areas, to […]
No Joke, We’re Looking Back at April Fools’ Day in 2020
As many of our long-term readers know, Downtown Bellevue Network has been notorious for celebrating April Fools’ Day every year. It’s one holiday that we look forward to. It allows us an opportunity once a year to be innovative and poke fun at various issues or topics. The year 2020 […]
Bellevue LifeSpring Provides Relief for Families While Demand for Basic Needs Increases Due to Coronavirus
Local nonprofit Bellevue LifeSpring is filling the gaps in services created by the effects of the Coronavirus. They are currently working with the Bellevue School district to support these families and address food and emergency rent assistance needs. Bellevue LifeSpring, the Bellevue School District and Safeway have partnered to create […]
Bellevue Square Modifies Operating Hours, Plus Other Bellevue Businesses Temporarily Close
In an effort to slow the spread of Coronavirus and create social distancing, daily life has been affected and limited consumers routines. The Bellevue Collection tenants are following the recommendations from the CDC and King County Health Department and modifying their hours. Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square North and Lincoln Square […]
Performing Arts Center Eastside CEO Resigns
According to an announcement from Performing Arts Center Eastside (PACE), their CEO, Ray Cullom resigned before the end of 2019. Ray was hired as CEO in the spring of 2018. He joined the organization with over 20 years of experience in the commercial and not-for-profit arts industry. The Tateuchi Center […]
City of Bellevue to Update Logo, Begin Process in 2020
The city council held an extended study session on November 25 and one of the items that was discussed was the City of Bellevue logo rebranding. The city logo serves as a visual identifier assuring that the document or item is official by the City of Bellevue, according to the […]
City of Bellevue Hires New Role; Homelessness Coordinator
The City of Bellevue recently responded to the issue of homelessness by hiring its first homelessness outreach coordinator. Stephanie Martinez will provide direct assistance to those experiencing homelessness, respond to related community issues, coordinate efforts by departments within the city like Police, Fire and Development Services, as well as with […]
Get a Free Shake at Lunchbox Lab in Bellevue for ‘The Great InstaShake Giveaway’
Downtown Bellevue Network is partnering with Lunchbox Laboratory to give away their all natural and fresh shakes. Their award-winning milkshakes are made in the “SHAKE LAB” from ice cream with unique ingredients. Whether you’re in the mood for a unique shake such as “Boston Cream Donut” or want a more […]