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Adrian's Restaurant & Tequila Bar has opened in Bellevue, offering a rich selection of traditional Mexican dishes, including burritos and chimichangas. The establishment aims to enhance the local dining scene with authentic flavors and a vibrant atmosphere, making it a notable addition for food enthusiasts in the Seattle Metropolitan Area.
Sound Transit CEO Julie Timm addressed community concerns about the East Link Light Rail project at a recent Downtown Talks event, highlighting the potential for service realignment and the feasibility of launching Eastlink on the Eastside despite ongoing construction challenges. She emphasized collaboration with the business community to enhance transit services and boost ridership.
The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink will celebrate its 25th anniversary by opening on November 18 for the 2022-2023 holiday season. With over 9,000 square feet of real ice, the rink offers free skate lessons and special event days, making it a cherished tradition for families in the Puget Sound region.
The City of Bellevue and Amazon have pledged a combined $5 million for the design of the Grand Connection Bridge, enhancing pedestrian access between Bellevue City Hall Plaza and Eastrail. This project aims to improve non-motorized transport and support redevelopment in the area, with plans for completion of the initial design phase by 2024.
The Q3 2022 Office Market Reports highlight the ongoing challenges and gradual recovery of the office market in Downtown Bellevue post-pandemic. Key findings from various real estate firms reveal fluctuations in leasing activity, vacancy rates, and job growth in the region, indicating a mixed outlook for the Puget Sound office market.
Britt Wibmer, founder and CEO of Inspire Properties, has made significant strides in the Bellevue real estate market, achieving recognition in the Puget Sound Business Journal's Top Residential Real Estate Firms. With over 20 years of experience, Wibmer emphasizes transparency and fairness in her business practices, recently announcing a strategic partnership with Windermere to enhance her firm's local presence.
Explore the top 10 Halloween festivities in Downtown Bellevue, offering something for everyone, from thrilling nightlife to family-friendly activities. Highlights include Terror Lanes at Lucky Strike, Trick-or-Treat in Old Bellevue, and a Masquerade Ball at STK Steakhouse, ensuring a fun-filled Halloween celebration.
The BDA Board of Directors has endorsed a levy lift for parks and open spaces that will appear on the November ballot. If approved, this measure is expected to generate significant revenue for park improvements and maintenance, addressing the increasing demands for public spaces in Bellevue.
Monica Wallace, a leasing expert from Kidder Mathews, discusses the future of retail in Downtown Bellevue, focusing on the influence of larger companies and the new light rail system on local commerce. She will moderate a panel at the upcoming Downtown Talks Breakfast Series, where industry experts will analyze changing customer behaviors and commercial leasing trends, offering valuable networking and insights for attendees.
Bellwether 2022 highlights the intersection of art and technology in Downtown Bellevue, featuring interactive augmented reality installations like Marjan Moghaddam's #GLITCHGODDESS. This annual celebration, produced by the City of Bellevue, emphasizes accessibility and community engagement with the arts, offering all events for free to encourage public interaction with innovative artistic expressions.