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Arts and entertainment for the Eastside July 2010

Urban Living A look into the community, convenience and culture of the downtown lifestyle

Frosted Frenzy Biting into the cupcake trend in Bellevue

Top 5 Things

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Inside scoop: dine | wine | art | fashion | cheap thrills

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6 CHEAP THRILLS | Beauty bargains and sweet deals 8 FASHION | From Bellevue to the Big Apple with designer Sena Yang 11 DRINK | A tribute to the pub crawl 12 COVER STORY | Urban living in the heart of downtown 18 DINE | Cupcake frenzy: the new guilty pleasure 21 ARTS | Summer art fairs take over the streets of Bellevue 22 SCENE & HEARD | Top 5 things you must do this month

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the editorial note

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The Scene is a publication of the Bellevue Reporter.

919 124th Ave. NE, Suite 104, Bellevue, WA 98005.

425-453-4270 www.thebellevuescene.com

orn and raised an Eastsider, I have always considered this side of the lake my home.

I did ventured to the Greenlake area for a year or so, but I quickly found my way back to the quiet and comfortable setting of beautiful Woodinville.

With The Scene offices located near Downtown Bellevue, I have never had a long commute. It’s just a skip and a jump away on a good day. However, on a bad day (typically Monday through Friday during rush hour) the added time and stress of sitting in a traffic has me questioning my sanity. Maybe it’s time to relocate. Maybe it’s time to go urban.

While researching the newest condominium and luxury apartment projects popping up all over Downtown Bellevue for this month’s cover story on Urban Living (pg. 12-15), the thought of stepping out my front door and being in the heart of everything got me thinking. It may be true you have to downsize when moving from a small home to a condo space, but the convenience of the location, the sense of community and the extra amenities like a built-in fitness room are becoming more and more appealing.

With the warm months ahead, it would be a bonus to be able to avoid the drive and instead walk to the trio of arts events (pg. 21) invading Downtown Bellevue the second to last week of July. Make sure to also check out the ongoing Farmers Markets around the city and the Summer Outdoor Movie series (pg. 22) beginning on July 6.

Whether you live near or far, Bellevue is quickly becoming a destination for a one-day visit or a lifetime stay.

Publisher Janet Taylor Managing Editor Craig Groshart Editor Lindsay Larin Contributing Writers Tatevik Aprikyan Rachel Kim Trisha Nerney Designer Tek Chai Photographer Chad Coleman Account Executive Kali Stanger Advisory Board Allan Aquila Mary Pat Byrne Rose Dennis Jon Greenbaum

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SCENE: Describe your early life in Bellevue and how your upbringing played out in your design in terms of collection and the direction of where your line is heading?

Yang: I commuted from Bellevue to Seattle while attending The Bush School. The school was very close to Capitol Hill and we’d take every chance to run out there and scour all the vintage shops like Red Light on Broadway and Value Village for thrift finds that we could alter into new clothes. The vibe of the Hill was incredible as it still resonated the Seattle grunge aesthetic that was still holding on strong from the 90’s amidst a serene Seattle backdrop with Mt. Rainier on the horizon.

Seattle and Bellevue were great places to dream especially through grey rainy days inside coffee shops like Bauhaus, where in high school I’d dream of life in New York.

SCENE: Do you see your collection being carried here in Bellevue, and if so, where?

YANG: There are definitely many pieces that could work well with Bellevue

customers. I lived in Bellevue for almost two decades and understand this customer very well as I still refer to Nordstrom as “Nordy’s”. Bellevue is a vibrant city that is growing at an exponential rate. Every time I come back home to visit I’m blown away by all the new construction and how much the downtown area has changed. It’s amazing to see places like Neiman Marcus and The Bravern in downtown Bellevue giving shoppers and retailers an incredible new experience. downtow

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n a time when designers are faced with setbacks due to cutting costs and being more consumer conscious, it’s difficult for new designers to rise and bravely face the current economic situation. Despite the struggles of the fashion industry, there is one particular fashion designer that has a different story. Her name is Sena Yang. The Bellevue native graduated from The Rhode Island School of Design in 2006 and has worked at places like Alexander McQueen, Catherine Malandrino, Sue Stemp and LaROK. The young designer who once called Bellevue home has relocated to the Big Apple and recently released her private label, SENA. The fashion line is available at over 30 different retail locations nationally and internationally such as Fred Segal, Fun, Big Drop, Gregory’s, Kitson, Elyse Walker, Dighton Rhode, and RevolveClothing.com.

SCENE: How do you describe style here in the Pacific NW/Seattle or even Bellevue?

YANG: PNW style is very eclectic from REI sporting types, polished young professionals to quirky vintage creatives. The most well known fashion trend to come out of the Northwest was grunge and it has been one of the strongest trends dominating the runway for several seasons and still today.

SCENE: In your opinion, how

different is ‘style’ from the East Coast?

YANG: The looks here are a lot more pulled

together with a different type of polish and formality. However, I believe there is no right or wrong with either coastlines as the beauty of style is so individual. But I think the Eastcoast is catching on to the Westcoast idea of laid-back cool as they have opened up an Ace Hotel in New York that also holds a Pacific Northwest Night for all the Westcoast transplants.

SCENE: How does Sena fit into Bellevue’s ‘style’?

YANG: There are a lot of layering options and basics with a twist along with great going-out pieces. The majority of the collection can be worn to be dressed up or down to cater to a multitude of styles. A lot of the clothes are also pre-styled for a girl with an on-the-go lifestyle, helping create effortlessness in dressing.

Learn more at www.senanyc.com.

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THE SPOT OFF MAIN

www.thespotoffmain.com Located in Old Main, this Bellevue pub hits the spot with daily happy hour from 4 p.m, to 8 p.m., offering $1 off tap beers, $3.50 wells and $5.99 wine.

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ar hopping, beer crawl or bohemian death march.

Whatever you choose to call it, the act of one or more people drinking in multiple pubs or bars in a single night is a long standing tradition. Although Bellevue’s beertapped treasures are more than a walking distance apart, the city still offers ample opportunity to experience a sampling of the pub scene all in one night (just make sure to take a cab or call on a friend for a designated driver).

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PADDY COYNE’S IRISH PUB

www.paddycoynes.net Known for authentic Irish food and drink, Paddy Coynes offers an “all day menu” including Guiness Braised Irish Beef stew and homemade Shepherd’s Pie. The Irish pub also offers an extensive whiskey and scotch collection along with imported and local brews.

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www.goosepub.com This Bellevue pub has a full bar with premium liquors and eight beers on tab including Manny’s, Stella and Dos Equis.

While your there, try your hand at a game of pool, darts and even Wii. 12001 NE12th Street, Bellevue.

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MUSTARD SEED GRILL & PUB

www.mustardseedgrill.com With two Bellevue locations, 1428 156th Ave NE., and 5608 119th Ave SE., the Mustard Seed is the pub of convenience. Both locations serve microbrews, wine and spirits and boast pool tables, darts, music, pull-tabs and sports coverage on the big screen.

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Living

Clusters of new condominium projects and luxury apartments have transformed Bellevue始s downtown core into a mecca of culture, community and convenience.

BY TATEVIK APRIKYAN AND LINDSAY LARIN

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t seems like just yesterday that dozens or so cranes lined the Bellevue skyline.

The moveable metal giants have since been replaced by towering high-rise condominium projects and luxury apartment buildings with prime locations in the downtown core.

As the fifth largest city in Washington, Bellevue has become known as the high-tech and retail center of the Eastside while keeping the small-town feel.

In the past two years, more than eight resident-based projects have completed construction and have opened their doors to young professionals, Eastside families and Baby Boomers.

The urban lifestyle is captured in projects such as the Washington Square tower residences (833 108th Ave. NE). The condominium complex includes 25 floors, 400 units and added amenities including floor-to-ceiling glass windows, hardwood flooring, private balconies, a fitness facility and spa.

Venture up the way to 112th Ave. NE and NE 8th St. and experience The Bravern Signature Residences which include both a condominium tower and a luxury apartment tower, housing 465 units combined. The condominium units range in price from $400,000 to $6 million and include nine-to-twelve-feet ceilings, single edge stone kitchens, large terraces and the convenience of being located directly above the outdoor shopping and dining villa known as The Shops at The Bravern.

A more modest sized condominium project recently opened in what is considered the Old Main area of Bellevue. One Main Street (1000 Main Street) is a 10-floor condominium complex with 57 units and an asking price of $400,000 to $2 million.

Each new project offers a unique take on downtown living, but all share the common theme of a walkable lifestyle in an ever evolving urban setting.

To view a complete updated list of condominium and apartment projects in Downtown Bellevue, visit The Scene web site at www.thebellevuescene.com.

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ith her kids grown and gone, Lisa Larson knew it was time to move from her Snoqualmie home to a location that would better reflect the next phase in her life. After researching the Eastside area, Larson settled on Metro 112, a new luxury apartment project at 317 112th Ave. NE, across from Bellevue City Hall. The all-rental residences are connected by east and west towers, housing 299 units.

Larson was reluctant at first to downsize from a large home to the intimate 700-square-feet space at Metro 112 in her onebedroom unit, but after nearly six months of living there, she is confident she made the right decision.

“I was really ready to relocate to an area where I could live and play in a single place,” she said. “I wanted a sense of community and I have found it here.”

Larson works as a director of communications for Drugstore.com, headquartered a few blocks from Metro 112. She now rarely drives in her car and instead walks everywhere, from the David Barton gym in The Shops at The Bravern to her favorite restaurants on Main Street.

“I travel a lot to Canada for work and when you visit places like Vancouver, you notice

“I was really ready to relocate to an area where I could live and play in a single place. I wanted a sense of community and I have found it here.”

how walkable and liveable the city is and Bellevue has really turned into that over the past several years,” she explained.

“I’m so impressed with it. I have been wanting to move here for a while, but I wanted to do my research and really find the right place for me. I found it,” she added.

Larson’s third-floor apartment has an added bonus with an outdoor central courtyard with a fire pit and meditation fountain. Metro 112 includes a private clubroom, fitness center and a rooftop terrace. The apartment complex also 20,000 square feet of retail space available, with room for – Lisa Larson has up to nine different stores or restaurants.

“I decided to rent for now because I travel so much for work, I wanted it to be easy and fun. I didn’t want to worry about dues and keeping up the place,” Larson explained. “This also allows me the chance to see if living in downtown is what I like. So far I love it.”

To learn more about Metro 112, visit the website at www.rentmetro112.com.

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magine relocating to a new city and downsizing from a 5,200 square foot luxury home to a 600 square foot high-rise Elements apartment complex in Downtown Bellevue. It’s not so easy but that’s exactly what Melissa Potera did when she moved to Bellevue in 2008. Potera’s two-story home in the gated Las Vegas community of Southern Highlands, consisted of five bedrooms, three and a half baths, gourmet kitchen, spiral staircases, four fireplaces, an outdoor entertainment area and a swimming pool. Potera said her home coupled old world charm and new age chic by juxtaposing tuscan inspired decor, earth tones and Grecian columns throughout the home against modern stainless steel appliances, dark cherry wood furniture and eclectic decorations.

“Because the home was moderate size I was able to really experiment with decorating. You have to have a common theme to make a decorating cohesive. In my case it was color. I took that same idea and shrunk it to a smaller space when I moved,” she said.

Moving was no easy task. Potera and her husband decided to bring everything and put what they couldn’t fit in storage.

“I was bound to make such a huge decrease in size work without making the place look cluttered. Bookshelves became my most valuable item. They come in all shapes and sizes and are so versatile. I have one long one in my living room where I put my television on and use the shelves for storage and one in the bathroom where I put all my accessories and bathroom items in decorative baskets in the cubbies,” she said.

Potera brought two large mirrors which she said make a room look much bigger, clean and add a sleek design. She recommends not over accessorizing or over decorating and making sure that everything has a place.

“Things on counter tops make the kitchen look smaller, so I hide everything even my small appliances and try to have as much open spaces possible.” her number one rule is not to buy anything unless you know exactly where it will go.

Living at Elements with all of the modern amenities a high rise offers Potera said, makes her apartment feel bigger.

“I know moving from such a big place to such a small one isn’t easy but it is possible. You have to reorganize your living style a bit. I know when I have guests over, I’m not going to entertain a party in 600 square feet.

The entrainment space in the building is great for that, and I don’t keep gym equipment in my apartment because there’s a gym two floors down.

Downsizing is really all about truly understanding what you need every single day and getting rid of everything else. You’d be surprised at how much you can live without,” she said.

Elements is located at 989 112th Ave in Belleuve.

To learn more, visit www.elementstoo.com.

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SCENE: How did you navigate the industry?

LEE: I just did my time at smaller clubs and found myself in

situations. I went to LA and became a regular at a club and I went on to perform on Jay Leno and other TV appearances. My manager at the time was managing a woman who was a producer for MADtv and she called me. I went in and it was all on a whim. You go into these things (auditions) thinking it's never going to work out and then it's happening. I stayed on MADtv for eight years.

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SCENE: Do you ever get starstruck when you meet big name stars?

LEE: I have been doing standup for so long I know a lot of people

omedian Bobby Lee is living proof that fate sometimes smiles on the unexpected.

Lee grew up in San Diego where he worked odd jobs including a small coffee shop that closed unexpectedly. Without work and little direction, Lee stumbled into the comedy club next door and asked for a job as a barback.

It wasn't until his manager encouraged him to take the mic during Sunday Open Mic Night that Lee found his calling as a standup comic.

In 1995, Pauly Shore spotted Lee on stage and asked the young comedian to open for him in Las Vegas. It was at that point that Lee met Shore's mother, the celebrated owner of the Comedy Store, Mitzi Shore.

Lee has performed standup on "Late Friday," "Premium Blend" and "The Tonight Show." In summer 2004, he appeared in the big screen comedy "Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle," and in 2007 he appeared in "Kickin It Old Skool" and later played a small role on the movie "Pinapple Express." Lee was also a regular on MADtv for eight years. The Scene recently chatted with Lee about his accidental rise to fame.

like Chris Rock and Martin Lawrence. A lot of rock stars. I'm not really star struck by anyone anymore. Maybe by Vince Vaughn when I first met him. It's one of those things where you just can't really get caught up in the fact that these people are celebrities. Eminen asked me to be in his music video a couple of months ago. If I really thought about it I probably would have psyched myself out, but instead I just went and did it.

SCENE: How would you describe your standup in one word?

LEE: Edgy. Maybe even rock, but I hate that word.

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SCENE: How did your upbringing shape your comedic style?

LEE: I think I was born weird. I was one of those kids that didn't have a lot of friends

and my parents were really strict. I kind of just stumbled into this profession.

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SCENE: Do you prefer standup or acting in movies?

LEE: Everyone wants to do movies and I do want to do them too. I

have come close on huge roles, but it's a tough business. I just plan to do standup until a big role comes up. A lot of it has to do with being in the right place at the right time.

SCENE: So when it comes to the industry, is it more luck or hard work?

LEE: It's all luck. You have to buy a lottery ticket to win the lottery. I bought the

ticket by choosing to do standup. Live comedy is a risky thing. I took the initial risk, but I don't feel like I won it yet.

To purchase tickets for upcoming shows, visit www.parlorlive.com.

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Cupcake Frenzy

With these

sweet savory treats and specialty shops popping up all over the city the cupcake trend is here to stay.

Neopolitan Trophy Cupcakes, $3

www.trophycupcakes.com Chocolate cupcake with a blend of strawberry and vanilla frosting and topped with a cherry.

Snickerdoodle

Strawberry

www.trophycupcakes.com Cinnamon and sugar swirled butter cake with cinnamon buttercream frosting.

www.pinkabellacupcakes.com A double shot of strawberry goodness with strawberry cupcake and pink strawberry frosting.

Trophy Cupcakes, $3

Coney Island Coconut

New York Cupcakes, $2.75

www.newyorkcupcakes.com Classic white or chocolate cake paired with pink, blue, or white coconut buttercream frosting and finished off with a mound of shredded coconut.

Pinkabella, $3

Royal Red Velvet New York Cupcakes, $2.75

www.newyorkcupcakes.com Decadent moist red velvet cake crowned with buttercream frosting accented with bright ruby red sprinkles.

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orget about plain vanilla and chocolate– flavors in these shops range from favorites like Snickerdoodle and Red Velvet to the fun creations of PB&J and Pineapple Upside Down to the one and only Coffee Flavored Cupcake titled Sleepless in Seattle.

BY TATEVIK APRIKYAN | PHOTOS BY CHAD COLEMAN

New York Cupcakes Walking through the doors of New York Cupcakes at Crossroads Shopping Center, the smell of luscious treats baking in the oven scent the air and the shabby-chic decor of the shop complete with black and white checkered tile and a 1950’s style pink refrigerator transport customers back into the magic of grandma’s kitchen.

Here at New York Cupcakes, owner Lisa Waxman Johnson, an avid baker and lover of the cupcake, started out baking these sweet treats for family and friends. When the original New York Cupcakes store inside Bellevue Square Mall went up for sale in August 2008, Waxman Johnson knew this would be her opportunity to combine her business and retail background with her passion for baking. “I bought it and took it out of the mall setting into the Crossroads area where I feel there is a greater sense of community and diversity and a place where the shop can really be a neighborhood staple,” she said. “I really wanted to make my shop feel magical and enticing to all ages, and offer not only amazing cupcakes but cupcake-themed items too” she said. The merchandise list includes cupcake scented candles, cupcake shaped plates, measuring spoons, books and many more delectable goodies. New York Cupcakes also offers cupcake wedding cakes, custom orders and catering for any occasion. For more information visit www.newyorkcupcakes.com.

Pinkabella

Bellevue’s newest addition to the cupcake scene is Pinkabella located in Redmond Town Center and the third floor of Bellevue Square Mall next to the Kids Cove. Owner Margo Engberg’s lifetime passion for experimenting in the kitchen decided it was time she take what she loves and turn it into a business. “I’ll still wake up in the middle of the night with a new flavor idea and go into the kitchen and test it out,” she said “Then if it works, I make a couple more and make sure I get the approval of my children before I launch it in the store”.

Engberg is very hands on in all parts of the business. “This is my baby, so I am very much a part of everything.

There are days I’ll be in the bakery baking and decorating and then up front greeting customers and then to the business aspect of the marketing,” she said.

Pinkabella Cupcakes is more than just a sweet treat. Engberg’s passion for birthday parties and making a difference in the lives of children prompted her to team up with the Children of the Nation charity where she made cupcakes for children’s birthday parties. Engberg started a fund where proceeds go to fund birthday parties for children in Africa. For more information visit www.pinkabellacupcakes.com.

Trophy Cupcakes A little over two years ago husband and wife team Jennifer Shea and Michael Williamson launched their first Trophy Cupcake store at the Wallingford Center in Seattle. With an immediate outpouring of fans who quickly became cupcake addicts, the tremendous success at the Wallingford Center prompted the couple to open two more stores, at the University Village location in Seattle and the Bravern in Bellevue.

Before Shea was even nine years old she won 4-H competitions, but never imagined she could turn her cupcakes into a career. In April of 2008 Shea appeared on the Martha Stewart Show to bake her famous Chocolate Graham Cracker Toasted Marshmallow Cupcake which became an instant fan favorite and offered at Trophy Cupcakes every Sunday and Monday. No flavor is too far-fetched at Trophy. Here flavors like PB&J, Samoas and Chai Cardamom are rotated throughout the week and favorites like Triple Chocolate, Red Velvet and Vanilla are served daily. Trophy cupcakes accommodates all customer needs including special flavors, party catering and wedding cakes.

For a full list of flavors, pricing and orders visit www.trophycupcakes.com.

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the voice

2010

Words of wisdom, etiquette & advice for the Eastside scenester

Dear Rose, I received a phone call from a close friend who will be visiting our area before they go on an Alaskan Cruise, and she mentioned that we should see each other. I then invited her and her family to spend some time with me in my home, after the cruise. She replied that she would like that and would get back to me to confirm her plans after Mother’s Day. It is now early in the month; her cruise is later this month, and I have not heard back from her. Do I assume that she is still going to stay with me? – Frustrated Hostess Dear Frustrated, Since she stated that she would get back to you to confirm,

Ask Rose

and unfortunately has not, your next step is to contact her to confirm her plans.

Unfortunately, your friend is being disrespectful to you by not getting back to you when she said she would. Once anyone discovers that they must decline an invitation of any kind that they have already accepted, they need to promptly alert the host or hostess and provide a frank explanation of the reasons that they had to change their plans and offer a sincere apology. Keep in mind that she may dealing with other personal matters right now, and may have forgotten. I would call her to confirm her plans and let her know that you look forward to seeing her and her family. Do not share your frustration with her lack of respect and follow up.

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Dear Rose, What is the best way to ask a man out for a date? – Dateless in Bellevue Dear Dateless, When a lady asks a man out on a date, she does so with confidence.

Dear Rose, I was curious, when it is appropriate to eat asparagus without cutting each stalk with a knife and fork in bite-size pieces?

– Nathaniel H.

She does not use awkward explanations like “I had a friend cancel on me; are you available for dinner?” You should say “Would you like to have dinner with me?” Be prepared to accept no, and handle yourself with class and dignity, just as you would expect a gentleman to behave, should you decline an invitation.

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Dear Rose, I was dumbfounded recently when a co-worker took full credit for my idea with everyone at our weekly team meeting. How should I handle a situation like this in the future? – Not willing to share Dear Not willing, There are two approaches that work in this situation and

Dear Nathaniel,

Fresh asparagus may be eaten in two ways, depending on how it was prepared. If the stalks are firm, then it is okay to pick each stalk up one at a time, holding the end and taking small bites. If the asparagus is overcooked or covered in sauce, then you must cut them in small manageable portions with your knife and fork as you eat it. A lady and a gentleman should never cut up all of their food at once, before eating. This is only done for toddlers.

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you have chosen the gentler option. I am proud of you for not blurting out “How did you come up with my idea” or “It must be sad to take credit for someone else’s work.” At certain points in your life you will be faced with people who will lie in order to take unjustified credit for an accomplishment. While tempting, you do not want to necessarily call them a liar in front of a crowd. Next time take a deep breath and assess the situation. You could respond by stating “at the appropriate time, I would like to show everyone how we got to this point of the project”, or something like that.

There is another approach. Recently another friend was in the same situation and took the bull by the horns and said right in the meeting that she was the one who had the idea, that the idea was polished by a third party and the presenter who took full credit was an idea pirate. She got a standing ovation from those present because, in most cases, those who are important to the job at hand probably already know the true story and nobody likes a thief. Find an appropriate moment to share the facts of the matter with the people who need to know them. Whether at the time or later, do NOT let it slide. To let it slide is to invite another occurrence of the same problem.

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t’s that time of year again when the sun comes out to play and crowds of people hit the pavement in Downtown Bellevue for a trio of art-inspired events.

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THE ART SCOOP

STORY BY LINDSAY LARIN | PHOTO COURTESY OF BELLEVUE ARTS MUSEUM

rt has a way of inspiring community, and this year, the community will come together once again for the fun and festivities of the 6th Annual Arts Fair, the BAM artsfair and the Bellevue Festival of Arts. More than 600 artists representing dozens of mediums will take over the streets of downtown during the second to last weekend of July.

The three distinct art events, happening in conjunction with one another, offer a variety of artwork, performances, activities and live demonstrations by local and national artists.

The 64th annual Bellevue Arts Museum artsfair sets up shop on the ground level of Bellevue Square’s west parking garage and features arts and crafts by 325 juried exhibitors. Browse the outdoor booths to discover handmade furniture, glass, jewelry, metal work, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, wearable and wood.

“Traditionally, the BAM artsfair has primarily been a Northwest show, but with the work of museum’s executive director Michael Monroe and other volunteers, the artsfair has quickly grown to attract renowned artists from all over the country,” explained Meredith Langridge Anderson, the BAM artsfair Producer.

The Bellevue Arts Museum receives more than 1,000 applications from artists each year and selects about a third of those to show at the artsfair.

“Artists come from near and far to show their work in Bellevue,” Anderson said. “We’ve built a quality reputation. It’s very exciting.”

For the little tykes in tow, Bellevue Arts Museum also presents

the kidsfair, sponsored by Overlake Hospital Medical Center. The three-day event combines education and fun through hands-on activities. The public can also take advantage of free admission to the museum throughout the weekend of the artsfair. New to this year’s lineup is the Sound & Movement Stage showcasing contemporary dance, jazz ensembles, theatre and more in the Center Court of Bellevue Square.

If you want to get crafty, venture across the way to the Cost Plus World Market parking lot for the Bellevue Festival of the Arts.

The arts and crafts fair is celebrating its 26th year and features 180 popular artisans and craftspeople from the Northwest and beyond.

Produced by the Craft Cooperative of the Northwest, a percentage of proceeds raised at the festival benefits local charities.

To soak up some sweet sounds in the outdoor summer weather, stroll to the 6th Street Fair in the heart of downtown and catch live entertainment by jazz, blues and rock musicians. Beyond the live performance stage, the fair features original work by more than 140 artists including sculpture, jewelry, home décor, wood and glass work, fabrics and more.

There will also be hands-on activities for kids and a variety of food offerings including gyros, Philly cheese steaks, German bratwurst, crepes, Thai cuisine and much more.

Getting to the fun and festivities at all three events is made easy with free shuttle rides and a map for the best parking locations.

Visit any one of the three websites listed to the right for a complete listing.

BAM artsfair: 325 juried exhibitors offering handmade arts & crafts, live demonstrations and annual kidsfair. At Bellevue Square & Bellevue Arts Museum.

July 23-July 25, Free www.bellevuearts.org Bellevue Festival of Arts:

Celebrating its 26th year as an annual juried arts and crafts fair featuring 180 popular artisans and craftspeople in the Northwest. At Cost Plus World Market.

July 23-July 25, Free www.bellevuefest.org

6th Street Fair: Browse original work of more than 140 artists in an open-air showcase of sculpture, jewelry, home décor, glass work, fabrics and more.

At NE 6th Street & 108th Ave NE. July 23-July 25, Free www.bellevuedowntown.org

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5 THINGS

You Must Do This Month

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Lunchtime Tunes

Pair some live music with your lunch this summer. The annual Live at Lunch concert series kicks off at various venues in downtown Bellevue and will run through September 9. For a detailed list of performances, locations and contact information, visit http:// bellevuedowntown.org.

Park It Outside

Summer movie nights are coming to the Bellevue Downtown Park beginning in July.

Cozy up on a blanket and grab some friends for the free outdoor event on a 25-foot screen. The five-week series begins Tuesday, July 7. Movies are family-friendly and carry a PG rating. Shows start at dusk, between 8:30-9:00 p.m. Each movie night is paired with a local organization, with donations benefiting the designated charity for that evening. For a complete listing of movie showings, visit www.bellevuewa.gov.

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Light Up The Sky

The Eastside will have the opportunity to celebrate Independence Day this year with the Symetra Bellevue Family 4th. Now in its 19th year, the annual Bellevue fireworks event attracts some 60,000 people and features live performances including the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra. Produced by City of Bellevue and Bellevue Downtown Association, this year’s fireworks celebration includes a C-17 flyover, live music, Bellevue Fire and Police Department Honor Guard, Family Fun Zone and firework show.

Learn more by visiting www.bellevuedowntown.org.

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Dine, Wine & Art

Pogacha of Bellevue will be hosting Judy Selogy’s exhibit, “Diving into the Deep End,” features highly stylistic oil paintings using vivid colors and geometric forms.

While tending towards the abstract, many of the works convey landscapes and natural themes. Her work will be displayed July 11 to Aug. 21, 2010, at Pogacha of Bellevue, 119 106th Ave. NE. For more information about the exhibit and Pogacha restaurants, call 425.455.5670 or visit the website at www.pogacha.com.

Woodinville Art Walk

The Sammamish Valley Arts Center and local sponsoring businesses are having their 2nd monthly Art Walk in the Hollywood District of Woodinville. Artists will be at several locations throughout this vibrant and popular section of Woodinville, sharing their original works and discussing their techniques and inspirations with art enthusiasts, collectors and visitors. The Art Walk will be held on July 22 beginning at 5 p.m. A map of participating locations and the artists displaying their work is available online, at www.sammamishvalleyartscenter.org.

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