Happy 4th of July!

Wishing you and yours a happy and safe 4th of July.


“Everything that is really great and inspiring is created by the individual who can labor in freedom.”
- Albert Einstein

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What's Happening This 4th of July

Still undecided as to where you will spend the 4th of July. See what's happening in your neighborhood.

SEATTLE

WaMu Family 4th at Lake Union
What: Daytime and evening activities include a spectacular fireworks show
Location: Gas Works Park - 2101 N. Northlake Way, Seattle
Cost: Free
Website: familyfourth.org
Time: Noon - 11 p.m.

Fourth of Jul-Ivar's
What: Fireworks show
Location: Elliott Bay - Myrtle Edwards Park, 3130 Alaskan Way W., Seattle
Cost: Free
Website: ivars.net
Time: 10 p.m.

Museum of Flight's 27 Flags Show
What: Aircraft fly-ins, children's activities, Wings of Freedom Bomber exhibit and picnic.
When: July 1-5
Location: Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way S., Seattle
Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $7.50-$13
Website: www.museumofflight.org

Fourth of July bash
What: Picnic buffet, dancing, karaoke, games, indoor and outdoor view of the Lake Union fireworks
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Swedish Cultural Center - 1920 Dexter Ave. N., Seattle
Cost: $33 adults, $12 ages 9 & younger
RSVP: 206-523-9570

EASTSIDE

Bellevue Family 4th
What: Family fun and fireworks
Time: 10 pm for fireworks
Location: Bellevue Downtown Park, 10201 N.E. Fourth St., Bellevue
Cost: Free
Parking: Free parking at Bellevue Square after 6 pm
Website: www.bellevuedowntown.com

Kirkland 4th of July Festivities
What: Fireworks
Location: Juanita Marina Beach Park - 25 Lake Shore Plaza, Kirkland
Time: 10 p.m.
Website: www.ci.kirkland.wa.us

Fourth on the Plateau
What: Fireworks Show
Location: Sammamish Commons Park, 801 228th Ave. S.E., Sammamish
Time: 10:15 p.m.
Website: www.ci.sammamish.wa.us/4thjuly.aspx
Carnation Celebration
What: Fireworks Show
Location: Tolt-MacDonald Park - Carnation
Time: Dusk
Website: www.carnation4th.org/

SOUTHEND

Fireworks Over Des Moines
What: Fireworks Display
Location: Des Moines Marina, 22307 Dock St., Des Moines
Time: 10 p.m.
Website: www.desmoineswa.gov

4th of July in Renton
What: Fireworks display over Lake Washington
Location: Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, 1201 Lake Washington Blvd., Renton
Time: 10 p.m.
Website: rentonwa.gov

Fourth of July Splash
What: Fireworks display accompanied by Rainier Symphony
Location: Lake Meridian Park, 14800 S.E. 272nd St., Kent
Time: 10 p.m.
Website: www.ci.kent.wa.us/arts

Red, White and Blues Festival
What: Old-fashioned games, soccer, flag football, volleyball, preschoolers' play area, entertainment on two stages, food vendors, dance, fireworks display
Location: Celebration Park, 1095 S. 324th St., Federal Way
Time: 6-10:30 p.m.
Website: www.cityoffederalway.com

Tacoma Freedom Fair and Air Show
What: Outdoor market, international food fair, Lost Boys Pirate Cove children's activities, Camp Patriot to honor community heroes, car show, entertainment, fireworks display
Location: Waterfront Park, Tacoma
Time: 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Website: www.freedomfair.com

NORTHEND
Family 4th of July
What: Music, children's activities, food vendors, fireworks show at dusk
Time: 7 - 10:30 p.m.
Location: Evergreen Playfields, 22400 56th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace
Website: mltrec.com
An Edmonds Kind of Fourth
What: Fireworks show
Location: Edmonds Civic Stadium and Playfield, Sixth Avenue North and Bell Street, Edmonds
Time: 10 p.m.
Website: www.edmondswa.com

Fourth of July Fireworks
What: Parade with dancers, drill teams and musicians who represent world cultures; all-day festival with food, children's activities and music, fireworks show over Port Gardner Bay
Time: 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Location: Legion Memorial Park, 145 Alverson Blvd. at Marine View Drive, Everett
Website: www.everettwa.org

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Above photo by Erika Schultz of the Seattle Times

Happy Memorial Day

We'd like to take this time to say thank you to the troops serving or who have served our country. For those who are missing their loved ones, we send out a special prayer for you today too.

"Although no sculptured marble should rise to their memory, nor engraved stone bear record of their deeds, yet will their remembrance be as lasting as the land they honored."
~Daniel Webster

From A Groom's Perspective

Sometimes getting your groom involved in the wedding planning process can be a daunting task. If you are trying to share the wedding planning experience with your groom-to-be and often receive that glazed over stare in return, check out this video recorded by a local groom who attended the Seattle Wedding Show this year. Consider it a mini-documentary from the groom's perspective. He was a bit overwhelmed by the experience, but offers insight into the male mind in a slightly humorous way.

We give him an "A" for effort.

Toast of the Gowns

On May 18th, we will be having a Toast of the Gowns Fashion Show at the Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville, Washington to benefit Women's Cancer Research.

La Belle Reve will be donating 25 gowns to our Toast of the Gowns Fashion Show.

John Curley of Evening Magazine will be the emcee and auctioneer. There will be a silent auction and wine tasting reception followed by a live auction fashion show. La Belle Reve Bridal in Bellevue has donated 25 evening gowns to be auctioned off and our models include Christine Chen and Miss Emerald City.

$200 per guest
$250 for preferred seating

Visit www.dldfoundation.org for more information.

Did You Know...

We have a hot insider tip for you!

Did you know that any day between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. in May or June you can treat yourself to a $32 pedicure at Spaahh at Hotel 1000 and you'll also receive a free glass of champagne and an appetizer from the restaurant upstairs?






Location:
1000 First Ave
Seattle, WA
Make an appointment by calling: 206.357.9490

Grand Opening of Waterways Carillon Point

Come celebrate the grand opening of Waterways Cruises Kirkland location at Carillon Point. Waterways Kirkland now offers regularly scheduled dining and sightseeing cruises as well as private events departing from Carillon Point. Waterways brings its expertise and service to the Eastside.

When: Wednesday, April 30
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Pier-side at Carillon Point
RSVP HERE

Upcoming Events

March 20 , 2008 - Ravishing Radish Open House
WHEN: March 20th; 5-7pm
WHERE: Tyee Yacht Club
3229 Fairview Ave East
Seattle WA 98102
RSVP jojo@bamboobeats.com or 206-406-2929

The Tyee Yacht Club is also a wonderful and intimate venue right on Lake Washington just off of Eastlake Avenue. It has a mid-century modern feeling with gleaming hardwood floors, exposed beams and grand windows that look out onto the water. There is also a lovely covered deck and a dock for your private charter boat.

Other featured wedding vendors on-site: Jen's Desserts, Bamboo Beats, Dani Weiss Photography, Luxe Wedding Design, Clara French Cake Stands.


March 25, 2008 - As You Like It Catering Open House
TIME: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
LOCATION: The Swedish Cultural Center
1920 Dexter Ave. N
Seattle, WA 98109
206-523-9570

Come visit one of Seattle’s most spectacular 180 degree views overlooking Lake Union and downtown. Step out onto our covered balconies and watch the sunset, tour our event rooms, sample our savories, and sip libations. Partners in the event include: Aria Style, Abbey Party Rents, Choice Linens, Jilly Eddy Lipsology, Illustrations in Ice, Wavelink Music, Espresso Elegance, and Redfish Bluefish Photography.

Plenty of reserved free parking! Driving Directions available at www.cateringasyoulikeit.com. Please RSVP by March 24th to cynthia@cateringasyoulikeit.com.