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Islander Justin Chan selected as winner of Pianos in the Parks video contest

The month-long Pianos in the Parks program wrapped up with a special performance by Justin Chan of Mercer Island, the winner of this year’s music video contest, which garnered 71 […]

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Sound Transit considering permits for Mercer Island's Park-and-Ride

Have trouble finding a spot in Mercer Island’s Park-and-Ride? Many Islanders find that our local commuter parking lot fills up early in the morning, and commuters from off-island use the lot […]

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City of Mercer Island to receive White House recognition for local "Let's Move" Campaign

Last year, the City joined the nationwide Let’s Move campaign, a comprehensive initiative, launched by First Lady Michelle Obama, dedicated to solving the problem of childhood obesity within a generation.  […]

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This week's events – Aug 31 – Sept 6

Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events August 31 – September 6th on Mercer Island. Toy Swap Donation Drop-Off Wednesday, September 2, 7 – 9 pm Old Boys & Girls Club, 2825 […]

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Sound Transit to host Open House on Sept 24th

The City has worked with Sound Transit to provide new opportunities for Islanders to identify their outstanding concerns related to the light rail station project on Mercer Island. In the […]

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SJCC introduces new Strength and Conditioning program for Teens

The Stroum Jewish Community Center (SJCC) on Mercer Island is launching a new fitness program, specifically targeting high school athletes. Called Mercer Island Strength and Conditioning (MISC), the program will […]

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This week's events on Mercer Island – August 24 – 30

Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events August 24th – 30th on Mercer Island. Don’t miss Mercer Island’s Movies in the Park showing of Ratatouille this Friday night. More interesting and exciting […]

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Kids' After-School Programs and Classes for Fall 2015

Looking for classes or after-school activities for your child this fall? Mercer Island has dozens of opportunities for kids to explore and develop almost any passion, be it basketball or ballet, […]

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Kicks For Kids 2015 Gathered Lots Of Shoe Love For Mary’s Place

The Kicks For Kids shoe drive has kept up its momentum all week, even though the official last day was Tuesday, August 18th. The Windermere Mercer Island office endeavored to […]

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Climate Change presentation tomorrow at the Library

The Transition Initiative of Mercer Island (TIMI) is hosting a presentation on Climate Change on Tuesday, August 18, from 5 to 7 pm, at the Mercer Island Library. Karin Bumbaco, […]

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Playdates for Incoming Kindergarteners of MI Elementary Schools

All Mercer Island public elementary schools are hosting playdates this August for kids starting Kindergarten in the Fall of 2015. Families are invited to attend so kids can meet their […]

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Mercer Island Art Uncorked to return September 11th

Art, wine, music and fun will once again fill the streets of Mercer Island. Sponsored by Chamber of Commerce and the Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) , “Art Uncorked” will bring […]

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MIPA's Summer Concert on August 18th

The Mercer Island Preschool Association’s annual summer concert, featuring the popular band Recess Monkey, is right around the corner! This is a fun, FREE family event, especially geared for preschool-aged kids. […]

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Windermere's Kicks for Kids Back-to-School Shoe Drive

My office is sponsoring a “Kicks for Kids” campaign, a back-to-school shoe drive for low-income youth, distributed through Mary’s Place. Active kids need good shoes, but it’s financially overwhelming for […]

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Talk of the Town: MICA & Mercerdale Park

On the evening of Monday, August 3rd, Youth Theatre Northwest students Yasmeen Gaber and Madeline Dalton delivered an outstanding performance of Wicked’s duet, “For Good.” Their stage, the floor of […]

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Lock It or Lose It! Do-It-Yourself Crime Prevention

The Mercer Island Police Department (MIPD) is seeking to reduce the number of residential burglaries on the Island, and has been researching the best approach for changing behaviors. Although our burglary rate […]

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Islanders reorganize for community-driven development in Town Center

Days after Albertsons announced it was closing, a small group of islanders who would eventually call themselves “the Lucky 7” galvanized around an effort to bring a branch grocery store […]

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Easy summer dinners inspired by the MI Farmers Market

Seven recipes featuring fresh farmers market foods Summer dinners are easy and delicious with the bounty of seasonal produce and locally made products at the Mercer Island Farmers Market.  Shop […]

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Meet your candidates – August 4th Primary Election

Mercer Island’s next primary election is just around the corner on August 4th. Learn more about City Council and School Board candidates below.  The top two vote earners will appear on […]

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Just Sold: Mid-Century Modern in Boulevard Place

We just sold this home in the beautiful Boulevard Place neighborhood of Mercer Island. We’re excited for our clients who are planning to remodel and restore the charm and character […]

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