Meetings for the week of October 19th

Note: The Planning Commission meeting last week was canceled.  

Clarification: the Council’s Consent Calendar vote on the TBD during the October 13th meeting was one of the steps in advancing it, but the tax has not been created yet. From the project page, “There are three main steps to generating new revenue through a Transportation Benefit District. The council must first approve the formation of the district. This is followed by the council assuming responsibility of the district so they can address district business during a regular council meeting. The final step is to authorize the funding of the district. Currently, Bellevue’s Transportation Benefit District has been formed but has not been assumed or had any funding mechanism authorized.” Now that the second step has also been completed, I assume this webpage will be updated soon. 

I don’t currently think there will be funding for a public planning process to restore Downtown Park (link), but there may be movement on getting more trees, so please let me know if you’d like to be involved. 

Monday, October 19th 

Firefighter's Pension Board Meeting, 4:30-5:30pm (link)

Tuesday, October 20th 

Cascade Water Alliance Finance and Intergovernmental Committee Meeting, 1:30-3pm (link) - contract renewals, legislative update and priorities, and bond issuance update 

City Council, 6pm (link)

Disability Employment Awareness Month and Community Conflict Resolution Month Proclamations

Oral Communications: Speakers may register starting at noon on the day of the meeting (link), and are usually allotted three minutes each. 

Consent Calendar: 

• Minutes from 10/6/26
• Claims and payroll for September: $30.9M and $19.3M
• Amend Criminal Code of the Bellevue City Code: The Bellevue City Attorney’s Office prosecutes misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes that occur within the City of Bellevue, so we need to align the BCC with any changes to state statutes (sale and distribution of nitrous oxide and false identification as a peace officer). If this update were not made, arrests for these specific crimes would need to be referred to the King County Prosecutor’s Office. 

Land Use Reports: Final action on the EverGlen Village rezone application and Bellewood Townhomes rezone application is scheduled for the end of the meeting. 

Parking Reform LUCA Study Session: In 2024 and 2025, SB 5184, SB 6015, HB 1491, and HB 1183 were passed, and these bills standardize parking stall dimensions, establish caps on minimum parking requirements, and limit parking requirements near light rail and RapidRide stops. At the September 8th meeting, Council directed staff to reevaluate four items:  whether the city should exceed baseline state requirements near certain forms of transit, reassess the recommended visitor parking requirements, reevaluate the proposed Land Use Code (LUC) incentive for reducing parking requirements when larger, more functional parking stalls are provided, and remove conflicting vertical garage clearance standards from the LUC. 

#1: Around BRT stops, Council is considering whether to provide “reduced” parking requirements either ¼ or ½ mile (unclear if this is walking distance or as the crow flies from the agenda memo, but the attached map shows it as walking distance). 

#2: The current visitor parking requirement is one stall per 20 housing units, and staff is proposing a reduction for buildings over 100 units, where a 1:40 ratio will apply. It is not clear if a 160 unit building would have fewer visitor parking spots than a 99 unit building. There is also the option to eliminate the visitor parking requirement entirely, but there is data showing that nearby curb parking will often not have any empty spots (though this was a scenario with inadequate enforcement where some people were staying quite long). 

#3: While we cannot require stalls to be wider than 8’, Planning Commission has recommended an option that reduces the requirement by 10% if stalls are 9’ wide (in line with an existing option on page 18 of the draft). The existing widths are 8’ for standard parking and 7.5’ for compact spaces according to page 17. 

 #4: There was an error in the vertical clearance requirement that had been intended to apply only at garage entries, not all levels of the garage. Since the International Building Code already regulates this, the item could be completely deleted, leaving a minimum 8’2” clearance at entrance governed by building code, or we could follow Planning Commission’s recommendation that it be 8’6”. I believe it’s common for buildings to have ~14’ entrances to an internal loading zone where their trash can be collected; this can keep the trucks from waking up tons of nearby residents and outdoor trash collection also blocks sidewalks. I also see a “Structured Parking Height Clearance” of 7.5’ in 20.20.590 K.12.b in the current code. 

This meeting’s discussion will not cover some items that are mandated by state law and/or previously discussed that are shown in red in the strike-draft, such as the exemption for parking requirement for affordable housing, removal of parking requirement for micro-apartments based on their floor area, new requirement for visitor parking analysis for homeless services uses (page 10). Not sure if the mixed use area parking rules being removed (page 44) are part of that category, or part of the consolidation that is removing parking rules specific to Downtown, BelRed, Factoria,  Eastgate, etc. 

Although the extra 300 sqft for ADUs (page 2) was intended to cover the required parking, that bonus space appears to be staying even though the parking requirement is being removed. I also hadn’t noticed before that the cottage housing parking (page 3) is only required to be consolidated if it is required, so that it’s still possible for all the cottage houses to have attached garages (not the intent). I’m not sure why the walking distance walkability test for rooming houses is being removed (page 19), or the goal of minimizing conflicts between pedestrian and vehicular movements in parking areas (page 32). 

I wonder whether affordable housing providers have as much of an incentive to offer parking as other housing providers, since the cost attributed to parking reduces the amount of rent tenants are calculated to be able to pay (whether or not they have a car), as I understand it.  

WARNING: There is a significant difference between the black text in the strike-draft and the version that is codified on bellevue.municipal.codes, and I am not sure if it was not updated since there were changes to the code this spring related to design review, or if it anticipates other changes that have yet to be codified. If the distinction is relevant to you, please reach out so that I can give you an update when I have clarity on this.

Budget Deliberations: Discussion of the Preliminary 2027-2028 Operating Budget and the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program Plan through the Thriving People & Communities and High Quality Built & Natural Environment Strategic Target Areas and presentation of the proposed Development Services Fees.

Thriving People and Communities: Support outreach and services, support the Affordable Housing Strategy, fund a new Flexible Project Fund, provide access to recreation and community centers, Human Services (budgeting will be updated to include the new funds for children and families from the 0.01% sales tax). A list of all the HSC awardee recommendations and funding amounts is attached. 

High Quality Built & Natural Environment: Supports partnership to develop housing, community space, and park-and-ride garage at BelRed light rail station, Phase 2 of Energy Planning and Grid Capacity work, “long-term vision for the Civic Center District that includes the Grand Connection Crossing, City Hall block, and adjacent redevelopment areas in Downtown and Wilburton,” Public Art Program, low-interest loans for building decarbonization, building and vehicle electrification, climate resilience, Building Decarbonization Study, major investments at six park sites, and the Parks Operations Facility.

      Development Services is updating their fee structure to include master sign plan applications (1.75 hours), adopt the 2026 Building Valuation Data from ICC, and change the WA state multiplier from 1.11 to 1.12 based on the Marshall and Swift publication. Some fees will increase by CPI-W (3.8%), and some are going up more steeply (Clearing and Grading review, Fire Sprinker Residential Inspections, storm connection). There are also items supported by the General Fund: Code Compliance, Affordable Housing Fee Reduction, and the Small Business and Public Space Program. Policy Development & Public Information funding comes from the General Fund and Utilities Fund. 

Issaquah and Renton’s School Districts provide a Capital Facilities Plan annually that determines the school impact fee for Bellevue development in those school districts, and the impact fee for both will be $0. BSD does not impose school impact fees.  

An updated Memory Bank document is provided (will need more time to read all the details). In addition to the public comment summary on page 20, there is now a tally of emails sent to the Council: There are 31 who want the TBD tax increase to go to voters, 3 opposed and 13 in favor of the Grand Connection Crossing, 7 opposed and 4 supportive of Spring Blvd. Zone 3, and 7 requesting an increase to the $9M level for Sustainability (I’m not sure if that’s in contrast to the $5M allocation listed on page 24). 

Wednesday, October 21st

KC Regional Transit Committee, 3pm (link) - Topics include the World Cup Recap and Metro’s Severe Weather Response (CM Bhargava represents Bellevue)

Parks and Community Services Board, 6pm (link)

You can sign up to speak for up to three minutes here starting at noon on the day of the meeting, or attend in-person or online and raise your hand. 

CIP Projects Update: BelRed park final concept will be ready early next year. In addition to the aquatic center at Airfield Park, the Master Plan includes pickleball courts, basketball court, multi-use flex field, playground and splash pad, picnic facilities, trails, and terraced lawns; the design-builder is expected to be hired this year. Robinswood Park playground contract should be awarded by Council on Nov. 10, and construction completed by next summer. Forest Drive Trailhead construction is in progress. 

Summer Ranger Program completed ~3900 patrols, connected with ~69,000 visitors and provided assistance to ~4000 of them, and provided ~6000 responses when on-the-spot support was needed (off-leash dogs, graffiti, vandalism, visitor conflicts, and other day-to-day situations). They also provided proactive infrastructure support, day camps/youth engagement for 836 youths, and supported events. Data by month for 2026 is provided, but not a comparison with previous years. 

Two key city planning documents are being updated: the Parks and Open Space System Plan and Recreation Program Plan. Staff will provide an overview of each and the Board’s role in plan development, and give the Board an opportunity to comment on the community engagement plan. 

The Parks and Open Space System Plan serves as the primary roadmap for the long-term growth and development of Bellevue’s park system. It describes the community’s vision for parks, trails, facilities, and open space conservation. The POSSP informs City Council, boards and commissions, and staff when making decisions or recommendations about acquisition, development, and management of the citywide system. It also establishes standards for the operation and maintenance of Bellevue’s park system. As part of the update, there will be a level-of-service analysis to identify service gaps. 

The Recreation Program Plan defines the city’s role in providing recreation services and establishes priorities to guide the department’s investment in recreation programs. It communicates the department’s vision, mission, and values related to recreation and outlines the goals and strategies that advance its commitment to ensuring everyone can engage in a wide range of recreation activities.

Planning Commission, 6:30pm (link)

This meeting appears on the city calendar but not the Legistar calendar, so it may be a replacement for the 10/14 meeting which was canceled. 

Thursday, October 22nd

PSRC Executive Board, 10am-noon (link) - Topics include PSRC’s legislative recommendations, Housing Production - Are We on Track? and the Executive Director Performance Evaluation Process  (Mayor Malakoutian represents Bellevue)

WA Dept of Ecology’s Hearing on changes to Shoreline Management Act, 5pm open house, 6pm hearing (link)

Draft Minutes: 

City Council, 10/6/26 (link)

Parks and Community Services Board, 9/16/26 (link)

Upcoming meetings:       

10/27 City Council Public hearing on the Budget and CIP 

10/28 Cascade Board Meeting 

10/28 Planning Commission: BelRed LUCA Public Hearing, Downtown Livability 2.0 request for hearing (may change since the 10/14 Planning Commission meeting was canceled)

11/3 City Council study session and update on Public Space Management process improvements in partnership with permitting departments.

11/4 Cascade Supply Program Oversight Committee Special Meeting 

11/4 Planning Commission retreat

11/5 Network on Aging 

11/5 Cascade Resource Management Commitee

11/5 KC Affordable Housing Committee (Sumadiwirya)

11/5 BSD School Board meeting 

11/5 ESC: Solid Waste Performance Update, Water System Plan Final Draft and Recommendation, Storm and System Water Plan Update 

11/9 Public Meeting: Legacy Gallery design review, virtual, 6pm (link)

11/12 PSRC Transportation Policy Board (Nieuwenhuis)

11/17 City Council is scheduled to review proposed 2026 Comprehensive Plan Amendments, including the upzone of Evans Plaza 

11/18 KC Growth Management Planning Council (Nieuwenhuis)

11/18 Planning Commission: Economic Development Plan Update, Wilburton Sustainable District Phase 2 update 

11/19 PSRC GMPB (Bhargava)

11/19 Building Belonging: Diversity Advantage Plan event, 6pm 

12/2 PSRC Economic Development District Board (Sumadiwirya)

12/3 BSD School Board meeting 

12/9 Downtown Livability 2.0 Public Hearing 

12/17 BSD School Board meeting starts at 2pm 

Opportunities:

https://newbellevue.com/get-involved/ will be updated as items come in, and has items which are still open. Some surveys and new items:

Renewal Food Bank is looking for long-term volunteers to help sort and organize food on Sundays at 1pm.

Blood donation opportunities have been added to the event calendar for 10/18, 10/23, 10/26, 10/28, 10/30, and 10/31. Volunteers are needed for donor registration, monitoring donors, and promoting blood drives; these 3-4 hour shifts would be 1-2 times per month. (link)

The Office of Emergency Management is seeking volunteers in Communications Support (HAM radio), Community Engagement and Outreach, and Emergency Response Support (link). There is an October 22 Lattes and Life Safety event if you'd like to meet some of the team.

Kelsey Creek Farm posted on 10/13 that they're looking for volunteers for the Trick or Treat with the Farm Animals event on October 24th - activity stations, welcoming families, and keeping the Halloween fun going. (link)

NEW! The City Council is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission. Interested community members who live in Bellevue are encouraged to apply online by 5 p.m., Friday, October 23rd. The Planning Commission advises the council on updates to the Comprehensive Plan and reviews land use regulations, ordinances and related policy matters. The commission typically meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., with occasional special meetings as needed.

There are openings on the Bellevue Network on Aging to give older adults a voice in issues that affect their lives. Applicants must live, work, and/or serve older adults in Bellevue, and may apply online by Friday, October 23rd. (link)

NEW! The City Council is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Parks & Community Services Board. Interested Bellevue residents are encouraged to apply online by 5 p.m., Friday, October 30th.

Events and Community Calendar:

https://newbellevue.com/events/

10/15 Ballots are arriving in mailboxes, and it's not too late to register (deadline to register online is October 26th, Election Day is Nov. 3rd)

10/17-10/18 2 Line trains to be replaced by shuttles across the floating bridge all weekend (link), Detours on northbound 405 from SE 8th to NE 4th starting 11pm Friday until early Monday (link)

Mean Sandwich is now open in Lincoln Square, and Suda's soft opening is this weekend.

10/16-10/18 Curated Group Show at Made in Washington in Bellevue Square, 10am-9pm (link) - part of Refract Glass Festival, which has many opportunities to see artist studios and watch glass-blowing all weekend, spanning Issaquah, Redmond, Bainbridge Island, Tacoma, and Everett

10/16-10/26 Living Roots exhibition at Yuan Ru Art Center (link)

10/18 BelRed Run Club Sunday Training Run (8 miles) starts in Wilburton, heads to UW to cheer the UW Dawg Dashers, post-race meetup at Agua Verde in Seattle - RSVP on Strava

10/18 I Can and I Will fun run to benefit Seattle Children's around Green Lake in Seattle, runs at 9, 10:20, and 10:30 (link)

10/18 Cut and Flow mat fitness class at glassybaby's new Wilburton store, 9-10am, followed by mini-portrait sessions, glass pumpkins, and kids' crafts from 10am-3pm

10/18 Mat Pilates with Vuori Bellevue, 9-10am (link) - free to RSVP, please bring a mat - waitlist

10/18 Heartfulness Sunday Group Meditation at NWAC, 9:15am (link) - on Sundays

10/18 Mercer Island and Lake WA Bridges bike ride meets at the Wilburton Park and Ride, 9:30am-12:30pm (link) - every Sunday

10/18 Red Cross Adult&Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED class in Bellevue, ages 12+, $85, 10am (link) - also 10/25

10/18 Bloodworks NW blood drive at Safeway at Evergreen Village, 10am-4pm (link)

10/18 Acquaint weekly walk at Bannerwood Park, 10:30-11:25am - signup is requested (link)

10/18-10/31 Seattle Restaurant Week, featuring Bellevue restaurants Cantinetta, Bis on Main, La Mar Cocina Peruana, Lao Ma Tou Hot Pot, Chay Concept Vegetarian, Haidilao Hot Pot, Seastar, Melting Pot, STK Steakhouse, The Lakehouse, Forum Social House, Peony Modern Kitchen, El Gaucho, Earl's Kitchen and Bar, The Lounge at John Howie, Minamoto, Wild Wasabi, I Love Sushi, Ramen Nori, DongBei Harvest, Chili Master, Spicy PoPo, Shabu Shabu Kyoto, Meet Fresh, and Novilhos Brazilian Steakhouse (link)

10/18 Pokeween at Mox Boarding House, $5, 11am-3:30pm (link) - costumes and spooky decks encouraged

10/18 Get out the vote rally and canvass with Rep. Hall, Callan, Zahn, Thai, and Vanessa Kritzer in Sammamish, 11am

10/18 Palette On pastries pop-up at Cafe Aloe, noon - free tote bag for first 20 drink + dessert purchases.

10/18 Storytime at the Garden for K-2 at Bellevue Botanical Garden, free, 1-1:30pm (link) - also 11/15, and 12/20, adults must attend with the children

10/18 Theatre33's “Волшебное Путешествие Алисы / Alice's Magical Journey” at Meydenbauer Center Theatre, 1pm and 4pm shows, tickets starting at $25

10/18 Festive Herbal Beverages from the Garden, $60, discount for members, 1-3pm (link) - how to grow and harvest herbs, edible flowers, and seasonal botanicals to craft cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, capturing maximum flavor

10/18 Paint and Sip at Tapster with Stir Up the Paint, 1-3pm (link)

10/18 Indoor Art Walk at Forum Social House, free, 1-6pm - there is also a Crafts and Cocktails wreath-making event at Forum Social House

10/18 Friendship Circle's Community Kindness Day and Walk at Mercerdale Park on Mercer Island, free, all ages and abilities, 1-4pm

10/18 Opening Reception for the Living Roots Arts Collective at Yuan Ru Art Center, 2-4pm

10/18 Bellevue Knotty Knitters at Lincoln Square, 3-5pm (link)

10/18 Dance Foundations Class (beginner friendly) at Coffee Dance Studio, 3-5pm (link) - there are also class sessions for specific K-pop songs

10/18 Ruhi's Story: When the Moment Comes at Eastside Bahai Center, 3pm (link)

10/18 Street Foods of the World cooking class at Whisk in Old Bellevue, $145, 5-7:30pm (link) - Whisk offers 1-2 cooking classes every day

10/18 Club Pilates x Porsche Bellevue Mat Class Experience, 5:30pm (link) - sold out

10/18 Mental Health Benefit Concert by EverEverest & ConChord Music, free to register, 6-7:30pm (link)

10/18 Sunset Salsa Bachata Social with DJ Spicy at Bravo Dance School, 6-8:30pm

10/18 Jahm Sessions at Mirra, 21+, $10, 4-9pm (link)

10/19 Registration opens for Fall programs at Robinswood Tennis Center

10/19 Día de los Muertos at Yuan Ru Art Center, by donation, 5-7pm (link)

10/19 Exploring Countywide Affordable Housing Revenue with Eastside Housing Equity Coalition, virtual, 6-7:30pm (link) - This event will be educational and a direct engagement opportunity with King County. A county-wide housing levy could support the building, siting, preservation, maintenance, and operations of emergency shelter and affordable housing in King County.

10/19 Ocean Perspectives: Where Global Stories Meet Regional Action discussion in West Bellevue, 6-9pm (link) - Join Los Angeles–based filmmaker Ricky Rhodes for an intimate, invite-only evening exploring how global ocean stories and science can inspire regional action ( local event partners are Maritime Blue, Olympic Coast Exploration Center, and SR3). Find more One Ocean Week Seattle events at https://luma.com/oows

10/19 Builder Night: AI Vibe Coding Community Networking & Showcasing on the Eastside (ctrl+alt+create live) in Issaquah, $10 donation option, 6-8pm (link)

10/19 Ballard Link Extension Community Forum hosted by Sound Transit in Seattle, 6-8pm (link) - Sound Transit Board members and other leaders will be present

10/19 Practica/Social Dancing at Bravo Dance Studio, $8, 7:55-9:15 - low pressure practice with DJed music and instructors available for help, recurs on Mondays

10/20 Make an Intention Bracelet at NBCC with Silverkite, free, 55+, 10-11am (link)

10/20 Tolt Macdonald with Tracks Tuesday Trails 50+ Hiking, which meets at NBCC, transportation provided, $8, 10am-2pm (link)

10/20 Founders+Mentors Meetup at the Mercer Island Library, 1-5pm (link)

10/20 Get around Bellevue like a pro! workshop led by Choose Your Way Bellevue at Crossroads Community Center, free to RSVP, 1-2pm and guided transit field trip from 2-3pm (cost of your ride will be covered)

10/20 Craft a Character at NBCC, ages 5 and under with adult, free to register, 5-6pm (link) - on Tuesdays until 10/27. This week's book is Llama Llama Night Night

10/20 Evening Book Discussion of Intemperance by Sonora Jha at Bellevue Library, 5:30-7:30pm (link)

10/20 City Council meeting, 6pm

10/20 The Art of Hawaiian Kapa: Printmaking Workshop at Newport Way Library, registration required, 6-7:30pm (link) - registration opens 10/13 at noon, similar event is on 10/7 at the Lake Hills Library and on 10/21 at the Bellevue Library

10/20 Kindering Parent Education class: Better Nights, Better Days, A Practical Sleep Reset for Busy Families, virtual, 6-7:30pm (link)

10/20 Bellevue Ladies Non-Fiction Book Club: Somewhere Else, Some Other Time essay discussion at Cafe Hagen, 6-7:30pm (link)

10/20 Blood on the Clocktower Social Deduction Game, 6pm (link) - on Tuesdays

10/21 Tomodachi Art Classes in Japanese at 9:30-11:30 and noon-2pm, $23 including tax (link) - also 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/9, and 12/16

10/21 Bellevue Library Book Group discussion of No More Tears: the dark secrets of Johnson & Johnson by Gardiner Harris, 11am-1pm (link)

10/21 Jazz Funk classes at Dovgan Dance, $35 (there's a 2 for 1 deal) 11am and 8:30pm (link) - on Wednesdays through 12/16

10/21 Made in Bellevue: Pumpkin Decorating at The Meadow, free, noon-2pm (link)

10/21 Ladies Musical Club: Music for Violin & Piano at Crossroads Community Center, free, 1-2pm (link)

10/21 ORCA card assistance event at Mini City Hall in Crossroads, 1:30-3:30pm - for anyone who needs a new card, Senior or Disabled reduced fare permits, replacing lost/damaged cards or answering questions, also 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, and 12/16

10/21 Teen Gaming Lounge (board games) at the Bellevue Library, 3:30-5:30pm (link) - on 3rd Wednesdays through February (11/18, 12/16, 1/20, and 2/17)

10/21 Tai Chi on the Terrace at the Westin, free, 5:30-6:30pm (link) - on Wednesdays

10/21 Greener Living class on Mason Jars at Lake Hills Library, 6-7pm (link) - additional classes on 11/12, 11/16, and 11/24

10/21 The Art of Hawaiian Kapa: Printmaking Workshop at Bellevue Library, registration required, 6-7:30pm (link) - registration opens 10/14, similar event is on 10/7 at the Lake Hills Library and on 10/20 at the Newport Way Library

10/21 Speed Puzzling at The Redd Dog, 7-9pm (link)

10/21 Eastside Jam Open Mic at BelRed Arts Studio, 7-9pm - free snacks and drinks provided, sound and backline provided

10/21 Dmitry Shishkin Piano Recital, 7pm (link)

10/21 Start of a 6 week Salsa class at Bravo Dance Studio, Level 2+ - patterns, styling, and technique

10/22 Meet Michael Rosen, 41st LD candidate at Last Frontier Coffee (Eastgate), 9-11am

10/22 Lattes and Life Safety at Last Frontier Coffee (Eastgate), 10am-noon - Have questions about emergency preparedness, fire safety, severe weather, disaster planning, home safety, or other community safety topics? We invite you to pull up a chair and join the conversation!

10/22 Discover what's new at Belletini, 2pm - see the newly updated spaces, meet team members, and enjoy live music and refreshments

10/22 Sskein pop-up at glassybaby's Wilburton store, 3-7pm

10/22 Bellevue Obagi Injectable Launch and Aesthetics event at Next Health, 5-7pm (link)

10/22 Agentic + AI Observability Meetup Seattle at Databricks Bellevue, 5-8:30pm (link)

10/22 Own Your AI: Build Your First Model Factory - Hacknight at Union.ai, free, 5:30-8:30pm (link) - an ML Engineer Agent that evaluates, fine-tunes, deploys, and improves open models using Flyte.

10/22 Bellevue Book Club Thursday Thrillers - Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia at Mercurys Coffee, 6:30-8:30pm (link)

10/22 Jokes On Us at Wild Gravity in Seattle, 6:30-9:30pm (link)​ - A seriously fun night for Seattle marketing leaders with five comedians, drinks and conversation.

10/22 Paint and Sip at Tapster with Stir Up the Paint, 7-9pm (link)

10/23 Bloodworks NW blood drive at QFC Bellevue East (Lake Hills), 8am-2pm (link)

10/23 Leafline Trails Coalition's Regional Trails Summit in Redmond - a day dedicated to the people building, funding, and using our region's trails.

10/23 Mini City Hall will host an ICHS expert who can assist anyone with health insurance questions, including those related to the recent Apple Health eligibility changes. 10am-1pm (link link, from Neighborhood News) - recurs on Fridays

10/23 Ladies' Cha Cha classes at Dovgan Dance, $35 (there's a 2 for 1 deal) 12:30 and 5:30pm (link) - on Fridays through 12/11

10/23 TOD on a Roll! Marymoor and Downtown Redmond Walking Tour, 1:30-3:30pm

10/23 Klingon-speaking Happy Hour at Baron's, 3:30-5:30pm (link)

10/23 한국어 스토리타임 / Korean Story Time at Newport Way Library, 4:45-5:30pm (link) - on Fridays through 12/18, but not on 11/13

10/23 Live watercolor painting and community paint along with Irina at Yuan Ru Art Center, donation, 5-7pm (link)

10/23 Sip and Carve at Toloka, 21+, $45, 5pm - pumpkin carving

10/23 American Red Cross Lifeguarding class at Bellevue Club, $285, 5-10pm (link) - also 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18, and 12/28

10/23 林荫龙门阵@Seattle — AI的虚拟与现实 AI virtual vs. reality, 5:30-8pm (link)

10/23-10/25 Leica Bellevue offers Narrative Portraits class with Mark De Paola, $1800 class postponed

10/23-10/25 A Picasso at Theatre33 - by Jeffrey Hatcher, will be performed in English, $30-35, Sunday shows are at 2pm and others are 7pm (link) - When modern art became the enemy

10/23 Millennial Social Club's Board Games and Boba meetup at Lincoln Square South, free, 7-10pm (link) - Fridays (also 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, and 11/20)

10/23 Checkmate Fridays at Lincoln Square South, 7pm (link)

10/23 Joe Astley, Blues, Swing, Funk & Jazz at Bake's Place, 8-9:30pm (link)

10/23 W After Dark at the Living Room Bar, 8:30pm-1am (link) - Fridays and Saturdays

10/23 I Will Control music at Suite

10/23 Con Todo Halloween with DJ Barrera at Mirra, 21+, no cover, 10pm (link)