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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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38:58

Why Kirkland’s Senior Art Show Is a Must-See - April...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/04/16

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 agenda. Plus, we preview oodles of great events including the annual spring plant sale, Conversati...

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40:20

Don’t Miss the Scoop on Free Ice Cream - April 9, 2026

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/04/09

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

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31:36

Bingo! How One Kirkland School Could Win Over $2,000...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/04/02

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 forward to the the Kiwanis egg hunt, drive-in Mufasa, and Green Kirkland Partnership stewardshi...

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30:56

Free Trip to Hawaii? How to Win a Dream Vacation -...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/03/26

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 a Cop. Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260326

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36:55

Kirkland Youth Talk AI, E-bikes, and No-Bake...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/03/19

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 Station Area Plan zoning, more Metro in Kirkland, ST3 updates, and upcoming events. Shownotes: www.k...

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28:48

Release the Green with 4,700 of Your Neighbors + Win...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/03/12

Send a text 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 events like the Shamrock Run, Coffee with a Cop, Conversations with Council, Kirkland Pitch, and the Ki...

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32:19

$10,000 in Instant Rebates to Perfect Your Indoor...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/03/05

Send a text 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 recap the latest council meeting and share exciting upcoming events like the Women in EMS & Fi...

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35:42

Smoots and Stories with the Police Chief - February...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/02/27

Send a text 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 meaningful. Plus, we preview the next council meeting and talk about events like the Lunar New Year Celebrati...

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31:55

Get in the Know About Getting in the Know - February...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/02/20

Send a text 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 share all of the great events coming up over the next week. Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#...

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34:26

The Hot New Trend of BYOT - February 12, 2026

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/02/13

Send a text 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 vans. Plus, we share fun upcoming events that involve cocoa, French pastries, and dogs. Shownotes: www.k...

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28:23

Of Markets, Muskrats, and Free Maui Trips - February...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/02/06

Send us a text 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 donors and announce how to enter to win a luxury hotel stay and roundtrip airfare to Maui. Shownotes: ...

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33:49

Why Kirkland is 35,000 Items Smarter + How to Get...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/01/30

Send us a text 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 through the LINKS program. Plus, we look ahead to the next council meeting and highlight fun ...

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22:28

$10,000 for Your Business and Our Wine Tasting Winner...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/01/22

Send us a text 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 latest council meeting, hear about fun upcoming events, and draw the lucky winner of Woodinville Win...

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33:55

How to Win $1,000 in Wine Tastings, an Alaskan...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/01/16

Send us a text 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

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19:31

Kirkland’s 2,300+ Superheroes and How You can Be One,...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2026/01/09

Send us a text 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 Kirkland’s parks. Plus, we recap the first city council meeting of the year and share some fun upcoming ...

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27:36

Favorite Podcast Moments from 2025 - December 31, 2025

This Week in Kirkland ·

2025/12/31

Send us a text 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!

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28:17

12 Baby Chicks, 2 Happy Ducks, and Composting Your...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2025/12/18

Send us a text 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#20251218

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35:12

3 Lessons for Life and Legislating with Rep. Larry...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2025/12/12

Send us a text 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 and list holiday events that will keep you jingling all the way. Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa....

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26:52

Get $10 in Kirkland Ca$h, Cookies, and a Free Light...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2025/12/05

Send us a text 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://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20251204

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28:08

2 Free Tickets to the Must-Go Festivity of the Season...

This Week in Kirkland ·

2025/11/21

Send us a text 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 upcoming events like Small Business Saturday. Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#2025...

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