This Week in Kirkland

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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 upcoming events.
Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260129

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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 Wine Country wine tasting passports.
Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260122

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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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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 events including the winter drive-in movie series.
Show notes: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260108

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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!