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You're Invited! A Welcome Party for Julie Underwood, Todd Fiala & Family

Join us as we welcome Mercer Island’s new City Manager, Julie Underwood, Todd Fiala, and their three boys to Mercer Island! We are hosting an open-house style, family-friendly welcome party this Sunday! Stop […]

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This week's events – Jan 23 – 29

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from January 23 – 29 on Mercer Island: Storybook Corner Wednesday, January 25, 10:30 am Island Books, 3014 78th Ave SE Bring your little […]

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Mercer Island Youth & Family Services 15th Annual Breakfast – Details & Registration

Registration is now open for the 15th annual Mercer Island Youth & Family Services (MIYFS) Foundation Annual Breakfast. The breakfast is a fundraiser that supports MIYFS programs. The breakfast will take place […]

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A Let's Move! Event: Cynthia Lair, Feeding the Whole Family

Save the date for a Let’s Move! Mercer Island event! The Mercer Island Parks & Recreation Department is hosting Cynthia Lair, local cookbook author and Bastyr University faculty member, on […]

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This week's events – Jan 16 – 22

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from January 16 – 22 on Mercer Island: Parent Edge Presentation: Talking With Our Children About Race Speaker: Dr. Caprice Hollins Tuesday, January 17, […]

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Parent Edge presents "Talking with Our Children about Race," January 17

Mercer Island Parent Edge is hosting Dr. Caprice Hollins who will share the presentation “Talking With Our Children About Race” on Tuesday, January 17th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, at Islander Middle School. […]

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This week's events – January 9 – 15

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from January 9 – 15 on Mercer Island: Workshop for Parents, Teachers, and Community Members: “In Conversation with Children about Race” – Led by Robin […]

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This week's events – January 2 – 8

Here’s our weekly round-up of events from January 2 – 8 on Mercer Island: New City Manager Reception Tuesday, January 3, 6:15 – 7 pm City Hall Council Chambers, 9611 SE 36th […]

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Christmas Worship Services on Mercer Island

For many, this is the season of spiritual reflection and celebration. The following churches on Mercer Island will be holding special Christmas services: Congregational Church of Mercer Island Christmas Eve […]

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Mercer Island Art Uncorked to return September 9th

Art, wine, music and fun will fill the streets of Mercer Island for the third annual Art Uncorked event on Friday, September 9th, from 6 to 9 pm. Organized by the […]

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MIPA's Summer Concert is August 23rd

The Mercer Island Preschool Association’s annual summer concert, featuring Jen Ayers and The Parkway Boys, is right around the corner. This is a highly anticipated, free family event, especially geared for preschool-aged […]

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Celebrate National Night Out on August 2nd

On Tuesday, August 2, the City will be hosting its eighth annual “National Night Out.”  This year will mark the 33rd National Night Out event across the United States. National […]

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This week's events – June 27 – July 3

Here’s my weekly round-up of events for the week of June 27 – July 3 on Mercer Island: Play and Learn Wednesday, June 29, 10:30 am Mercer Island Library, 8501 […]

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This week's events – June 20 – 26

Here’s my weekly roundup of events for the week of June 20 – 26 on Mercer Island: Play and Learn Wednesday, June 22, 10:30 am Mercer Island Library, 8501 SE […]

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This weeks events – June 13 – 19

Here’s my weekly roundup of events for the week of June 13 – 19 on Mercer Island: Songs for My Grandchildren: An Adults-Only Evening with Nancy Stewart  Monday, June 13, […]

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This week's events – June 6 – 12

Here’s my weekly round-up of events for the week of June 6 – 12 on Mercer Island: Book Reading: Dan Raley, How Seattle Became A Big-League Sports Town Tuesday, June […]

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First Thursdays – Art & Wine Downtown!

Mark your calendars on the first Thursday of every month for a downtown Mercer Island Art Walk! This art and wine tasting event was launched last month by Suzanne Zahr, who just […]

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This week's events – May 30 – June 5

Here’s my weekly round-up of events for the week of May 30 – June 5 on Mercer Island: Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Wednesday, June 1, 10:30 am – Noon Mercer […]

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2nd Annual Steps & Reps Family Sweat Session

Mercer Island community members are invited to the 2nd annual Steps and Reps Family Sweat Session, an outdoor workout held in Mercerdale Park on Father’s Day, June 19, 2016, in honor […]

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New Seasons Market Calls For Local Vendors

Calling all condiment creators, candle makers, chocolatiers, and card artists! New Seasons Market is looking for local makers just getting started and established producers to register for one-on-one meetings with […]

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