Discover Outdoor Art on Mercer Island
Artists see beauty in everything. Andy Warhol said that he saw art in everything. But even to the untrained eye, art hides around every corner and in plain sight on […]
Read moreLocal businesses host Leprechaun Trail shamrock hunt March 1st-17th
A mischievous leprechaun has left hidden shamrocks throughout the Mercer Island business district! Community members are invited to follow the Leprechaun Treasure Trail to find the shamrocks for a chance […]
Read moreSanta’s Mailbox returns to Mercer Island
A few elves stopped by Mercer Island with a very special delivery … Santa’s very own mailbox at Island Treats! This is no ordinary mailbox; and letters won’t just disappear […]
Read moreMercer Island to the Mountains – Favorite ski destinations, schools & lessons
Mercer Island usually gets an inch or two of snow every winter season, but it doesn’t stick long. For the best snow, Islanders hit the mountain slopes just a short […]
Read moreThe Mercer Island Community Fund Announces the Launch of the MI Community Connection Directory
On Monday, May 10th, the MI Community Connection Collaboration, led by the Mercer Island Community Fund (MICF), launched the MI Community Connection Directory. All Mercer Island community members are invited […]
Read moreFlower Power returns to Mercer Island for a second season
Flowers from Pike Place Market vendors are coming to Mercer Island for a second season, thanks to a continued community grassroots effort to support flower farmers and brighten spirits and […]
Read moreShop for gently used books and support library programs at the MI Friends of the Library pop-up store
The Mercer Island Friends of the Library invite you to stop by their pop-up store in downtown Mercer Island to peruse and purchase gently used books. Located in the previous […]
Read moreRegistration is now open for the MIYFS “Rise Up!” Virtual Fundraising Breakfast
Registration is now open for the Mercer Island Youth and Family Services (MIYFS) 19th Annual Virtual Fundraising Breakfast. To be held online at breakfast.miyfs.org on February 10th, the virtual format […]
Read moreMercer Island Community Fund Begins 36th Year of Grant-Making for Island Non-profits
This month marks the 36th season of grant-making for the Mercer Island Community Fund (MICF), and it is kicking off its annual fundraising effort to collect donations for these grants. For […]
Read moreJuneteenth on Mercer Island: A Celebration of Unity
A community event supported by the City of Mercer Island, MI School District Board of Directors, MI Community Fund, MI PTA Council, and ONE MI (listed in alphabetical order). On […]
Read moreAsk a Master Gardener via Zoom
The WSU Extension of the Master Gardeners of King County has closed its in-person Plant-Answer Clinics for the 2020 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and sadly, the Master Gardener’s […]
Read moreMercer Island PTA Council displays messages of hope on outdoor banners during COVID-19 school closure
Mercer Island PTA Council (MI PTA Council) teamed up with its local PTA/PTSA members to create outdoor banners that display messages of hope and strength during the COVID-19 school closure. […]
Read moreWhat’s open, what’s closed on Mercer Island?
On June 19th, the recovery plan for Phase 2 was approved which will expand retail operations and dining opportunities, professional services, and other activities in King County. The new phase […]
Read moreLocal “Earth Hero” Nancy Weill shares her Earth Day recommendations
Nancy Weill is a long-time community volunteer and environmental activist, a chair of the Mercer Island School District Green Team, and a district “Earth Hero” award recipient. Her work has […]
Read moreSays Congrats to a Graduate with an MI Tradition – Grad Grams!
Graduate Grams (aka “Grad Grams”) are a wonderful Mercer Island tradition. For over 20 years, Islanders have been sending Grad Grams congratulating their special graduates. Grad Grams are $6 each, […]
Read moreBest Mercer Island Organizations for Networking and Making Friends
A great way to make friends and network on Mercer Island is to get involved in a local organization and meet people with whom you share a unique interest or […]
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