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Want to stay connected with your local government? Hosted by Deputy City Manager Jim Lopez, the official podcast of the City of Kirkland brings you timely topics and noteworthy news every week. It’s policy, parks, events, and democracy, so join us for the civic conversation straight from City Hall. Made in Kirkland, Washington.
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- 6 days ago24 min
As Jimothy Takes Over the Internet, Free Hot Dogs Take Over Kirkland - July 23, 2026
Send us Fan Mail In another no-guest episode, we contemplate Jimothy the raccoon's viral moment and how we can find a little bit of Jimothy in all of us. We also talk about the upcoming Junior League Softball World Series (featuring FREE hot dogs), beach closures, staying safe in the heat, e-cycles, the how-to of naming things, and more! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260723
- 1 weeks ago34 min
Jugs, Tubs, Bottles, and Cups, Plus $10,000 in Gas Money - July 16, 2026
Send us Fan Mail Waste Management Outreach Coordinator Grace Fletcher and City of Kirkland Recycling Pro Rukia Yosif are here to teach everyone how to recycle right and tell us all about the 2026 Sort Smart Tournament. We also talk freeway and beach closures, summer movies, blood drives (with an awesome prize), National Night Out, and more! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260716
- 2 weeks ago23 min
Your Summer Side Quest: 8 Ways to Make Kirkland Better - July 9, 2026
Send us Fan Mail It’s a no-guest week, and we’re highlighting 8 ways to better your community this summer from Green Kirkland volunteer events and City Hall for All to Conversations with Council, summer concerts, Rec-n-Roll, Heritage Park cleanup, the Civil Service Commission, and the RCR Community Advisory Board. Plus, we cover cold water safety, the Houghton Beach closure, NE 85th Street construction, and highlights from the latest City Council meeting. Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcas...
- 3 weeks ago32 min
E-Bike Safety 101, Plus a Chance to Win Free Mariners Tickets - July 2, 2026
Send us Fan Mail We're joined by Kirkland Communications Program Coordinator and PIO Angela Brown and Kirkland PD Community Services Unit Sergeant James Hill to get the lowdown on summer safety, fireworks (and why they're not permitted in Kirkland), National Night Out, e-bike safety, and more. Plus, we share how you can have a chance to win a pair of Mariners tickets! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260702
- Jun 25, 202636 min
Telling Stories and Building Community Through the Kirkland Initiative - June 25, 2026
Send us Fan Mail City of Kirkland Community Engagement Coordinator Daniel Lazo and Kirkland Initiative alumni Grace Brown join the podcast to talk all about the power of community building and how it's the backbone of the Kirkland Initiative. Plus, we talk new City Hall for All programming, road safety, beaches reopening, and more! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260625
- Jun 18, 202635 min
Roundabouts Galore, Plus a Chance to Win $10,000 in Gas - June 18, 2026
Send us Fan Mail The City's new Communications Program Specialist Danika Harrod joins the podcast for the first time and takes part in a fun new segment called 'The Roundabout.' We dive into beach closures, affordable housing, the final CKC connection, SEA26 transit options, and more. Plus, we talk all about how you can donate blood for a chance to win a $10,000 gas card. Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260618
- Jun 11, 202630 min
Celebrate Kirkland Returns with Horse Dancing, Karaoke, and Endless Fun - June 11, 2026
Send us Fan Mail Celebrate Kirkland's Maryke Burgess and Omar Mohamed hop on the podcast to give us all the deets about the upcoming July 4th festivities and what you can expect at the 27th annual Celebrate Kirkland Parade. We talk Conversations with Council, cold water shock, volunteer opportunities galore, and there's even a recycling pop quiz—so get your thinking caps on! Show notes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260611
- Jun 4, 202629 min
Food, Fun, and Freebies at the Juanita Friday Market - June 4, 2026
Send us Fan Mail Charlie Shannon and Kayla Robertson with the Juanita Friday Market stop by the studio to tell us all about the market magic, including how to get a free tote bag and win prizes on opening day. (Note: Prizes do not include free kittens.) We branch out with a tree survey, walk through the now-opened section of the Cross Kirkland Corridor, and dive into the Houghton Beach reopening. Plus, we talk about pet licensing, CPR training, the recent Council meeting, volunteer opportunit...
About This Week in Kirkland
Want to stay connected with your local government? Hosted by Deputy City Manager Jim Lopez, the official podcast of the City of Kirkland brings you timely topics and noteworthy news every week. It’s policy, parks, events, and democracy, so join us for the civic conversation straight from City Hall. Made in Kirkland, Washington.
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