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Aerial view of a lush, tree-covered peninsula in Bellevue with houses along a calm lake at sunset, the city skyline in the background beneath a pink and purple sky, creating a serene atmosphere.

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Visit the Magical Northwest Trolls

The Northwest Trolls around Washington The grandeur of the Pacific Northwest’s outdoors is rooted in environmental story, and Danish environmental artist Thomas Dambo debuted a whimsical art project in 2023 to depict it:“Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King”. It features six giant, mythical…

Bellevue: A City Painted in the Colors of Holi

Celebrating Bellevue's Diversity Bellevue is a city known for its vibrant diversity, a place where people from all walks of life come together. Across Lake Washington from Seattle, our area undoubtedly has a stronghold of great Indian restaurants and incredible South Asian culture. The city's…

Visit Emerald City Comic Con 2026

What to Expect at Emerald City Comic Con 2026 in Seattle The Emerald City, surrounded by abundant greenery, holds one of the largest comic and pop culture conventions in the Pacific Northwest, attracting fans from across Washington State and beyond. Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC) takes place at the…

Celebrating 100 Years of Black History

Wishing someone "Happy Black History Month" in February might have once been as offbeat as dropping a badly timed meme. Today, it’s a rallying call to celebrate a legacy too monumental to ignore. This year, we honor "A Century of Black History Commemorations" marking 100 years since Dr. Carter G…

Dumpling Week in Bellevue

What is Bellevue Dumpling Week? Bellevue Dumpling Week is February 14 - 24, 2026, and that means local restaurants across Bellevue are serving up steamed, pan-fried, stuffed, and soupy dumplings inspired by global traditions. Some are menu staples, while others are special Dumpling Week exclusives…