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This Week in Kirkland

The City of Kirkland

Want to stay connected with your local government? Hosted by Deputy City Manager Jim Lopez, the official podcast of the City of Kirkland brings you timely topics and noteworthy news every week. It’s policy, parks, events, and democracy, so join us for the civic conversation straight from City Hall. Made in Kirkland, Washington.

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29:30

Your Guide to What’s Happening in Kirkland Right Now...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/10/01

Send us Fan Mail Joining us this week are Charlie Shannon and Gianna Stagnaro, two return guests from the City's Department of FUN, AKA Parks and Community Services, to talk upcoming events, youth sports, the rec guide, and more. Plus, we talk Kirkland happenings, closures, public safety, surveys, maps, and Council updates. Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20261001

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23:28

What Do Colorful Umbrellas and Off-the-Wall Circus...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/09/24

Send us Fan Mail We're entering the roundabout of ruminations in today's episode of This Week in Kirkland. Ruminations include: Civic celebrations, three years of podcasting fun, fashionable festivities, and a weekend of fringy entertainment. Plus, we talk upcoming Kirkland events, Council engagement opportunities, beach reopenings, and more! Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260924

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23:30

What Does Being on the Fringe Really Mean, Anyway? -...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/09/17

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode we're joined by Kirkland Arts Center Executive Director David Lynx and City of Kirkland Special Projects Coordinator Christian Lash to talk all about how Kirkland will transform for the upcoming Umbrella Fringe Festival. Plus, we talk upcoming events for kids, seniors, and the entire family, Kirkland's updated crime numbers (which have greatly improved), City opportunities, a survey, and more! Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260917

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29:25

One Big Celebration, 50 Little Entrepreneurs -...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/09/10

Send us Fan Mail This week we're joined by Senior Community Engagement Coordinator Daniel Lazo and City Hall for All volunteer Avi Gupta to talk about the upcoming celebration and how the new addition of a Children's Business Fair came to be. Plus, we talk closures, volunteer opportunities and highlights, and share Kirkland activities the whole family can enjoy. Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260910

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31:06

Catch Up on Kirkland’s Cat Burglar, Dunk Tank, and...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/09/03

Send us Fan Mail With no guests this week, we spend some time ruminating on Kirkland's famous (and infamous) wildlife and extra fun upcoming events that may or may not involve some form of dunk tank. Plus, we talk recent (cat) burglar escapades, surveys, webinars, volunteer opportunities, and e-bike safety. This is a fun one! Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260903

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29:35

What Do Cool Cars and Canine Cannonballs Have in...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/08/27

Send us Fan Mail Kirkland Neighborhood Resource Officer Tiffany Trombley joins us to talk about the Kirkland Police Department’s Cadet Program, the upcoming Cadet Car Show, and guest-favorite British Bake-Off. Plus, we chat fun ideas for the upcoming Fall season, back-to-school safety, beach and road closures, upcoming events, and how you can lend your voice to inform the Kirkland City Council. Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260827

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19:34

Answering the Call with Crews, Trucks, Helicopters,...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/08/20

Send us Fan Mail In this no-guest episode of This Week in Kirkland, we talk about how Kirkland's Fire Department supports Fire teams all over Washington during wildfire season. Plus, we chat fun upcoming events, a recent site selector visit, beach and road closures, heat pumps, and more. Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260820

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30:11

Lion (Dance), Dogs, and Reindeer, Oh My! Kirkland...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/08/13

Send us Fan Mail We're joined by Jazmine Quintero and Charlie Shannon from Kirkland's Parks and Community Services team (a.k.a. the Department of Fun) to talk about a slew of upcoming City events and get a behind-the-scenes look into how the Parks team makes the magic happen. Plus, we talk road closures, KPD’s community classes, e-riding safety, how to win a $3K gift card, volunteer opportunities, and more! Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260813

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32:23

Maps, Umbrellas, Movies, and More Make Kirkland the...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/08/06

Send us Fan Mail This week brings another no-guest episode which means another drive through our new segment, The Roundabout! We ruminate about community connection, creativity, and the best Star Wars movie. Plus, we talk wildfire smoke safety, e-bikes vs. e-motorcycles, the Junior League Softball World Series, and maps, maps, and more maps. Show notes: kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260806

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34:40

Kirkland Goes International with the Junior League...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/07/30

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, we're joined by former UW Huskies football player and Team Captain of Holla's Huskies, Terry Hollimon, Junior League Softball World Series International Tournament Director Steve Allen, and legendary Kirklander and Seattle Sounders FC photographer Corky Trewin to talk softball, softball, and more softball. Plus, we discuss this week's Kirkland happenings, e-cycle safety, and more! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260730

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24:45

As Jimothy Takes Over the Internet, Free Hot Dogs...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/07/23

Send us Fan Mail In another no-guest episode, we contemplate Jimothy the raccoon's viral moment and how we can find a little bit of Jimothy in all of us. We also talk about the upcoming Junior League Softball World Series (featuring FREE hot dogs), beach closures, staying safe in the heat, e-cycles, the how-to of naming things, and more! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260723

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34:50

Jugs, Tubs, Bottles, and Cups, Plus $10,000 in Gas...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/07/16

Send us Fan Mail Waste Management Outreach Coordinator Grace Fletcher and City of Kirkland Recycling Pro Rukia Yosif are here to teach everyone how to recycle right and tell us all about the 2026 Sort Smart Tournament. We also talk freeway and beach closures, summer movies, blood drives (with an awesome prize), National Night Out, and more! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260716

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23:10

Your Summer Side Quest: 8 Ways to Make Kirkland...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/07/09

Send us Fan Mail It’s a no-guest week, and we’re highlighting 8 ways to better your community this summer from Green Kirkland volunteer events and City Hall for All to Conversations with Council, summer concerts, Rec-n-Roll, Heritage Park cleanup, the Civil Service Commission, and the RCR Community Advisory Board. Plus, we cover cold water safety, the Houghton Beach closure, NE 85th Street construction, and highlights from the latest City Council meeting. Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcas...

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32:35

E-Bike Safety 101, Plus a Chance to Win Free Mariners...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/07/02

Send us Fan Mail We're joined by Kirkland Communications Program Coordinator and PIO Angela Brown and Kirkland PD Community Services Unit Sergeant James Hill to get the lowdown on summer safety, fireworks (and why they're not permitted in Kirkland), National Night Out, e-bike safety, and more. Plus, we share how you can have a chance to win a pair of Mariners tickets! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260702

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36:48

Telling Stories and Building Community Through the...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/06/25

Send us Fan Mail City of Kirkland Community Engagement Coordinator Daniel Lazo and Kirkland Initiative alumni Grace Brown join the podcast to talk all about the power of community building and how it's the backbone of the Kirkland Initiative. Plus, we talk new City Hall for All programming, road safety, beaches reopening, and more! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260625

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35:53

Roundabouts Galore, Plus a Chance to Win $10,000 in...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/06/18

Send us Fan Mail The City's new Communications Program Specialist Danika Harrod joins the podcast for the first time and takes part in a fun new segment called 'The Roundabout.' We dive into beach closures, affordable housing, the final CKC connection, SEA26 transit options, and more. Plus, we talk all about how you can donate blood for a chance to win a $10,000 gas card. Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260618

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30:58

Celebrate Kirkland Returns with Horse Dancing,...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/06/11

Send us Fan Mail Celebrate Kirkland's Maryke Burgess and Omar Mohamed hop on the podcast to give us all the deets about the upcoming July 4th festivities and what you can expect at the 27th annual Celebrate Kirkland Parade. We talk Conversations with Council, cold water shock, volunteer opportunities galore, and there's even a recycling pop quiz—so get your thinking caps on! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260611

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29:16

Food, Fun, and Freebies at the Juanita Friday Market...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/06/04

Send us Fan Mail Charlie Shannon and Kayla Robertson with the Juanita Friday Market stop by the studio to tell us all about the market magic, including how to get a free tote bag and win prizes on opening day. (Note: Prizes do not include free kittens.) We branch out with a tree survey, walk through the now-opened section of the Cross Kirkland Corridor, and dive into the Houghton Beach reopening. Plus, we talk about pet licensing, CPR training, the recent Council meeting, volunteer opportunit...

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24:36

Mariners Tickets, $5000 in Rebates, and How to Be a...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/05/28

Send us Fan Mail Kirkland Community Foundation Executive Director Carmin Dalziel tells us how Ignite Kirkland makes it easier than ever give where you live. We learn how to win Mariners tickets and lunch at the Terrace Club, chat about why we should both be wise about our waterways and water wisely, commiserate over a possible southbound I-405 closure and bacteria at Houghton Beach, and get excited for Celebrate Kirkland. Plus, we preview the upcoming council meeting and chat about celebratio...

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33:37

Slide into Summer with Safety Tips from Kirkland Fire...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/05/21

Send us Fan Mail Kirkland Fire Department’s new Deputy Chief Gary Smith and new EMS Captain Doug Tomczak stop by the studio to celebrate EMS Week with us as well as share copious tips for staying safe at home and in water. We sound the alarm on a current blood shortage, give a shout-out to the Kirkland Public Works team, bask in the glory of the Recycler of the Year Award, and take roundabouts for a spin. Plus, we recap the recent Council meeting and look forward to the 7 Hills of Kirkland Bi...

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