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FREE Summer Activities for Kids, Teens & Families on Mercer Island

From letterboxing in Pioneer Park to teen book club meetings at the library, there are lots of ways for kids and families to avoid boredom and create great memories during […]

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Oh! Chocolate to host chocolate classes for kids starting on June 27th

This summer, Oh! Chocolate Mercer Island is hosting chocolate classes for kids, ages 6 through 12, on Wednesdays and Fridays from June 27th to August 29th. Classes will start with […]

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City Names Victor and Laurie Raisys 2017 Citizens of the Year

The Mercer Island City Council began recognizing outstanding efforts of citizens in 1990 and has continued this tradition for more than 25 years. Honorees are individuals or entities whose achievements […]

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This week's events – June 25 – July 1

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from June 25 – July 1 on Mercer Island: College Essay Writing – Making the Most of Summer Tuesday, June 26, 1:30 – 3:30 […]

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New Wine Bar is Retirement Dream for Local Couple

When Barrels Wine Bar opens on June 20th, Mercer Island will have a new place to drink and shop for wine, and Tina and Joe Kennedy will fulfill a dream. […]

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Mercer Island Emergency Preparedness Day at Luther Burbank Park on Saturday, June 23rd

Mercer Island residents are invited to join Mercer Island Radio Operators (MIRO), an Amateur Radio Emergency Service organization, during their annual American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Field Day weekend for a […]

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City launches second Solarize Mercer Island campaign; workshops begin June 26th

​Due to popular demand, the City of Mercer Island has launched its second Solarize Mercer Island campaign in four years. Solarize is an innovative group purchase program that helps residents […]

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This week's events – June 18 – 24

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from June 18 – 24 on Mercer Island: Australian Winemaker’s Dinner – Luke Marquis Monday, June 18, 6:30 – 9:30 pm Caruccio’s, 2441 76th Ave […]

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South Mercer Playground Ribbon Cutting on Friday, June 15th

The community is invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony and the formal opening of the new playground at South Mercer Playfields. The ceremony will take place on Friday, June 15th […]

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Island Treats unwraps a sweet new storefront on Mercer Island

Life on Mercer Island just got a little bit sweeter with the arrival of Island Treats’ new storefront, now open as of June 16th. Owner Ann Peterson has been selling […]

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This week's events – June 11 – 17

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from June 11 – 17 on Mercer Island: Moms Demand Action Event: Be SMART  Monday, June 11, 7 pm Congregational Church on Mercer Island, […]

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Discover Outdoor Art on Mercer Island

Mercer Island is home to a wonderful collection of outdoor art. Some art pieces are familiar to all, like the colorful Primavera II sculpture at the east end of the […]

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This week's events – June 4 – 10

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from June 4 – 10 on Mercer Island: Community Coffee Hour Wednesday, June 6 & Friday, June 8, 9 – 10 am Mercer Island Community […]

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