This Week in Kirkland

Send us Fan Mail Special Projects Coordinator Kate Ryan dons her “guest hat” to paint a vivid picture of what to expect at the upcoming State of the City and Community Appreciation Night. We talk about what’s next for the Houghton Park and Play, how you can help with mowing safety,  give a shout out to animal services, and share how to get pre-approved ADU plans. Plus, we recap the latest council...

Send us Fan Mail We explore art, emotion, inspiration, and the world with Kirkland Senior Council member and Senior Art Show organizer, Scott Emmons along with past art show winners, Heather Ebey and Kathy Coart . We learn all about submitting art and viewing the Senior Art Show, tourism grants, a new website for police jobs, work zone safety, booster seats, and what’s on the next council meeting...

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Molly Moon Neitzel ahead of her ice cream shop’s opening in downtown Kirkland. Plus, we discuss tips for safer driving, removing trees on your property, and how to save time and money on ADUs. Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260409

Send us Fan Mail We’re joined by Eva Odderson and Tanushri Goyal with Sustainability Ambassadors who lay down the facts on school commute carbon emissions and provide winning tips for Transit Bingo.  We also talk about Conversations with Council, appreciate our volunteers, announce life-saving training, and share ideas for burglary prevention. Plus, we preview the next council meeting and look for...

Send us Fan Mail We share the mic with Karen Dawson , Community Engagement Liaison with Bloodworks Northwest, who busts myths about donating blood and explains how we can all be winners. Plus, we celebrate improvements to the Totem Lake Urban Center, dig into Earth Month, talk clean sweeps, and tee up “This Night in Kirkland.” Plus, we share upcoming events like the Parks Job Fair and Coffee with...

Send us Fan Mail We are joined by members of the Kirkland Youth Council, Layan Sattout and Devan Harbani , to learn all about the upcoming Youth Summit and what’s on the minds of Kirkland teens. We also put feelers out for a new fire chief, get festive about Fix a Leak Week, and provide a heads up about the Houghton Transfer Station. Plus, we recap the most recent council meeting and talk about St...

Send us Fan Mail We are joined by Leslie Myers , Clean Energy Product Manager with PSE who energizes us over the Green Power Challenge.  We also share how to throw out that old couch, put feelers out for parade planners, talk FIFA, and celebrate Kirkland firefighters’ successful stair climb to raise money for a good cause. Plus, we preview the next council meeting and give a rundown of March event...

Send us Fan Mail Kurt Hellmann from Energy Smart Eastside stops by to tell us all about often-misunderstood technological wonders known as heat pumps.  We also learn how a Kirkland police investigation led to more than recovering a stolen bike, how to get your wellness on at PKCC, when spring and summer recreation registration starts, and what to watch out for when driving this weekend. Plus, we r...

Send us Fan Mail Kirkland Police Chief Mike St. Jean gives us the run down on what it’s like to be in law enforcement and all of the exciting ways the community can get to know their police department. We announce the much-awaited reopening of the southern portion of the Cross Kirkland Corridor, give a heads up on some upcoming weekend freeway closures, and share why filling the boot is so meaning...

Send us Fan Mail Kirkland’s Communications Program Manager and mainstay podcast host David Wolbrecht does double duty as a guest of the show to tell us all about how to stay informed and engaged with your local city government. We also chat about adopting highways, job openings, steward orientation, stormwater, and stuff for teens and littles to do. Plus, we recap the latest council meeting and sh...

Send us Fan Mail What’s on your mind, Kirkland? We’re joined by Community Engagement Coordinator Luana Hancock who is making it easier than ever to connect with your friendly neighborhood councilmembers. We also chat about virtually touring the local recycling center, the polite way to dump your cooking oil, ways to give some love to our parks, what’s coming up at council, and why we’re fans of va...

Send us Fan Mail The City of Kirkland’s own Charlie Shannon tells how vendors can apply to join this summer’s Juanita Friday Market while we dream up fresh possibilities. We also learn about new firefighters, the upcoming orientation for Green Kirkland stewards, what happened at the last council meeting, and what events are coming up in February. Plus, we share our gratitude for Kirkland blood don...

Send us Fan Mail Kirkland library experts Meredith Selfon and Amy Faulkner give us the inside scoop on local library resources that might surprise you, from Mandarin story times and crafternoons to snagging bestsellers and accessing newspapers from around the globe.  We also learn the importance of donating blood, why practicing a fire escape plan is critical for saving lives, and how to help kids...

Send us Fan Mail City of Kirkland’s own special projects coordinator Christian Lash tells us why the Kirkland Workshops and Pitch Competition offer a kinder, gentler shark tank and a prime opportunity for current and aspiring businesses. We also learn about Conversations with Council, the rules of the road for electric bikes and scooters, and how to reduce food waste. Plus, we get a recap of the l...

Send us Fan Mail Adam Acampora breezes in from nearby Woodinville Wine Country to talk all about the wine and wonders of the Eastside. We also talk emergency prep, the importance of donating blood, how to win with the Recycle Right Pledge, what’s coming up at Council, and look ahead to fun events in February.  Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260115

Send us Fan Mail Special Projects Coordinator and This Week in Kirkland podcast regular Kate Ryan joins us to highlight the many volunteer opportunities in Kirkland including the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service coming up on January 19. We also learn why it’s important to license Fido and Fluffy, how to send Christmas trees off to become compost, and why we “otter” look for wildlife in Kirkl...

Send us Fan Mail Our amazing podcast production team pulled together some of our favorite interview moments from 2025.  Hear harrowing tales from a wildland firefighter, quirky stories about animals on the loose in Kirkland, and what it took to become iconic voices in sportscasting and popular music.  Enjoy!

Send us Fan Mail Education and Outreach Coordinator Marisa Allison from Kirkland’s Public Works Department joins us to talk about rainwater, water quality, counting bugs, and her flock of fowl.  We also share tips for preventing porch pirates, take some e-bike savvy for a spin, and chat about why composting holiday trees is the noble thing to do. Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#2025...

Send us Fan Mail We’re joined by former Kirkland mayor and current state representative Larry Springer who gives us a full-bodied look at what happens in the legislature. We also hear why people are flocking to cross the street with the Seahawks mascot, get tips for packing our cars for winter weather, and learn about holiday trees for salmon. Plus, we recap the recent jam-packed council meeting a...

Send us Fan Mail We are joined by Dave Tomson of SRM Development who illuminates us on Google Lights which opens December 5 at Feriton Spur Park.  We shine light on the many festivities brightening Kirkland including a “ribbon scramble,” ice skating, the 12Ks of Christmas, the Grand Menorah Lighting, and community bonfires. Plus, we share ideas for spreading joy this season.  Show notes: https://w...

Send us Fan Mail Cassie Joyner and Leanna Thomajan of the Kirkland Downtown Association tell us all about Winterfest wonders including ice skating, tree lighting, hockey cameos, carolers, alpacas, line dancing, and, of course, hot chocolate.  We also get into the giving season with Toys for Tots and serve up some tips for Thanksgiving. Plus, we recap the last City Council meeting and highlight upc...

Send us Fan Mail Carmine Dalziel , Executive Director of the Kirkland Community Foundation, explains how this month’s Ignite Kirkland campaign is one-stop shopping for supporting local nonprofit organizations.  We’ll also reflect on the new outdoor sculpture exhibit, get to the root of “treebates,” and get hot tips on what to do with used cooking oil. Plus, we’ll get a preview of the upcoming Coun...

Send us Fan Mail Environmental Education & Outreach Specialist Kate Schmiett tells us all about how managing leaves can mean healthier streams, safer streets, and happy plants and pollinators.  We’ll also get tips for avoiding drowsy driving, learn how Kirkland crews are gearing up for winter, and hear about upcoming events like a free CPR class, the Fisk Family Park ribbon cutting, and the Ki...

Send us Fan Mail We’re joined by Fire Chief Joe Sanford to celebrate a major milestone: every promise of Fire Prop 1 is now complete. Plus, it’s time to set your clocks back (and check your smoke alarms), thank our first responders, manage those falling leaves, prepare for storm season, getting ready for a safe and spooky Halloween, and much more.  Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20...

Send us Fan Mail Hear from Program Coordinator Quinn Glebe about the Kirkland Cares Low Income Support program that helps residents save on utility bills and other City fees. Plus, celebrate the completion of the Juanita Drive Corridor Improvements, a new picnic shelter at O.O. Denny Park, the Great Kirkland Tree Plant-Off, and a new pedestrian scramble in downtown Kirkland. Don’t miss updates on...