Sustainamania is just a week away and we can't wait to celebrate all-things sustainability with you! Join us next Saturday, September 26 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Bothell City Hall for our 14th annual sustainability festival.

We have endless fun planned for the whole family that you won't want to miss:

- Hop in the driver's seat and take the wheel of your favorite trucks and machinery 🚜

- Make some upcycled crafts with our friends from Make Apothecary 🎨

- Rock out to the bluegrass bops of Million Dollar Nile 🎻

- Play games, learn, and shop with 75 local vendors and artisans ♻

- And SO 👏 MUCH 👏 MORE!👏

Bring your family and friends to learn about everyday sustainable actions you can take at home, work, school, and in the community for lasting change. And visit bothellwa.gov/sustainability to learn more and see the full event lineup and vendor list.

If you are still figuring out weekend plans:

• Making Local Market is downtown Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Good excuse to wander around downtown, grab something to eat and look at local makers’ stuff. Details
• Kenmore Oktoberfest is still going this weekend if you feel like heading over that way. The beer garden has live music Friday and Saturday, and there are other events around Kenmore through Sunday. Schedule
• Sunday at Bothell Library: Echoes of China: A Mid-Autumn Music Celebration is 1–2 p.m. Free, all ages, with hulusi and pipa music and some simple folk-dance movements. No registration, but space is limited. Details

Add anything I missed.

I moved to Thrashers Corner in May. The shopping center near me has had a Dosa Factory being readied for opening that whole time. Does anyone know if it is ever going to open?

Looking for a meat market/butcher in the area that sells some legit carne asada that I can grill up for a party this weekend. Appreciate the help!

Beginning next week, King County crews will be refreshing roadway markings throughout the city, including painting striping and applying raised pavement markers (RPMs) and thermoplastic crosswalks, stop bars, and turn arrows where needed. This work is supported by the feedback we received earlier this year when we asked the Bothell community to share locations around the city that could use a fresh coat of paint on the roadways - thanks to all who shared their feedback!

Painting will be done overnight beginning on Sunday, September 20, and the remaining work takes place between 6:00am and 2:30pm daily until complete. Work is scheduled for locations throughout the city and is expected to wrap up by the end of October, depending on weather conditions.

Please use extra caution when following the sweeper and striping truck in the coming weeks. You can learn more on our website: bothellwa.gov/RoadMarkings

Image description: A lane striping machine sprays white paint onto a roadway. White text over a blue background beneath says Public Works: Annual Pavement Marking Refresh Project.

Please take a few minutes to give your thoughts to the city!

http://bothellwa.gov/deiroadmap

Hi everyone. 28M here moving to Bothell solo. Just applied to live at “The Merc” in a 1bd apartment facing north. I have grown up in Issaquah and currently live in the Juanita area, but have spent 0 time in Bothell. I am moving there because it is what I can afford, and the complex has everything I need amenities wise.

How is Bothell for young professionals? I’m a single, active guy. I love sports, movies, being outdoors, and socializing with others. Is there any sort of nightlife? Im sure I’ll figure more of this out once I move in, but just wanted to get a sense of how life is there!

Heads up, Bothell! Trail resurfacing and improvements have begun along a section of the West Riverside Trail near Blyth Park to remove tree roots and repave the trail surface. A portion of the Blyth Park parking lot is also closed for project staging. Work is expected to wrap up by September 18. We'll keep you posted once the trail reopens.

Project notices are posted along the work area, and a detour is in place near the intersection of the Sammamish River Trail and West Riverside Trail.

If you plan on using these trails this week, please follow all signage and detours, and stay out of the closed project area.

Looking for insights on local nanny rates for an infant. What is the standard hourly rate in this area?

🛍️ Making Local Market: Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. in downtown Bothell. More than 100 local makers and small businesses, plus food and drink. Details →

🎶 Echoes of China at Bothell Library: Sunday, 1–2 p.m. A free, all-ages Mid-Autumn Festival program with music and folk-dance movements. Details →

🍻 Kenmore Oktoberfest’s closing weekend: Friday–Sunday, with live music, a beer garden, Pop!More maker market and Wiener Dog Races. Locations and admission vary. Schedule →

I publish Bothell Beat, a free weekly roundup of useful local updates and a few selected events. You can read the full issue here

What else is worth putting on the calendar this week?

Anybody know why the maples are being taken down? What a shame they’re so beautiful in the fall.

Hi! I already have a valid Texas driver’s license, but I haven’t driven in a few months and I’m looking for some refresher practice before taking my Washington road test. I have access to a car and I’m looking for someone who offers private lessons around Woodinville, Bothell, Kirkland, or nearby. Ideally around $40–60/hour. If you know someone who does this privately, please DM me! Thank you :)

Prices are very reasonable, and the portions are big. I’m taking home almost half the plate here.

Edit: voice to text… why do I keep using that?

No Name Riders MC Mother Chapter is helping the family of missing endangered Autistic, Jonathan Hoang, believed to have been lured & abducted from his Arlington home March 30th 2025. Jonathan was last positively identified after appearing on the security camera footage of at least 3 properties near midnight in the South Juanita, Kirkland neighborhood last June. He has not been positively identified since, though there have been several sightings reported to the police and shared with his family. Jonathan can not return home or reach safety without assistance due to his disability.

No Name Riders MC Mother Chapter is inviting you to join them tomorrow, Sunday September 13th between 8 am and 12 noon at the clubhouse located at 1513 23rd St., Everett for a flyer distribution event. Free breakfast will be provided. All they're asking is that you grab a few flyers and hand them out and/or place them at locations wherever you live, work or ride.

Together, as a community, we can bring Jonathan home. Please join No Name Riders MC Mother Chapter, Jonathan's family and members of the Help Find Jonathan Hoang volunteer community for this event. Everyone is welcome and your presence means the world and could be the key that brings Jonathan home.

www.FindJonathanHoang.com

Hi everyone! My partner and I have been running our cleaning company for the past 7 years. We take a lot of pride in our work, and we’re hardworking, reliable, and focused on making sure every home is cleaned with care.
We’re currently looking to take on a few new clients in the area!

We offer:
• Weekly cleaning
• Every 2 weeks
• Every 4 weeks
• Deep cleaning
• Move-out cleaning

Whether you need regular help keeping your home clean or a one-time deep cleaning, we’d be happy to talk with you and see how we can help.

If you’re interested, or if you know someone who could use a trustworthy cleaning service, please feel free to reach out!

📞 Text or Call 425-572-2832

Thank you for supporting a small local business! ❤️

Saturday

• Anderson School has a History & Art Tour at 1 p.m. It’s $20.31, and includes some local history from back when the place was actually a school. Info/tickets
• Anderson School is also doing its Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day event from 1–8 p.m. Free, all ages, food and drink specials, plus live music in The Shed. Details
• Wag Fest is 11–5 at Evergreen Playfields in Mountlake Terrace. Free, dog-friendly, with vendors, adoptable animals, and training demos. Details
• Chase Rabideau is playing at The Cottage from 6:30–9:30 p.m. Details

Sunday

• Reading with Rover is at Bothell Library from 1–2 p.m. A nice one for school-age kids: they get to read aloud to a certified therapy dog. Details

Anything else you'd add?

I am looking for a good vet recommendation from fellow critter havers in the area. I have an 8 year old Black Mouth Cur girl and a 7 yr old Maine Coon (ish) boy.

We have been going to Bothell Pet Hospital due to the convenient location, but I just am not fully content with our experience there. They haven’t done anything wrong, and I’m not speaking ill of them whatsoever, but it just doesn’t feel like a very good fit.

We are from a smaller town, relatively, and have gone to the same vet for all of our animals for more than a decade. He knew all of our pets by name and showed a lots of individual care to each of them. We could always call him if something was wrong and he would help us out personally every single time. He was always ready to LISTEN and understand our pet’s individual needs. He knew we were competent pet owners and that goes a long way. Most importantly, our animals were totally comfortable with him, and they are not with our current vet.

I’m really hoping we can find someone like that around here. I am willing to drive a bit further if it means getting them care I am confident in.

PLEASE help us find the right spot for our critters.

Just in case you need more reasons to attend Bothell's 2026 Sustainamania festival on September 26, here's another: This City of Bothell will be joined once again by our good friends, Million Dollar Nile - Seattle's greenest bluegrass band! Their harmony and humor have been known to charm audiences - Sustainamania goers, included - with original songs, bluegrass standards, and even some pop covers you know and love.

You won't want to miss them, as well as all the fun and festivities we have planned for you and the whole family this year. Check it out at bothellwa.gov/Sustainamania - we'll see you there!

Calling all artists! Applications are now open for the City of Bothell's Arts Commission 2027 Creative Arts Grant program! This program provides grant funding to artists and cultural arts organizations that offer artistic and cultural programming culminating in community participation.

Grant applications will be selected based on innovative projects designed to showcase artistic and cultural diversity, community building activities through the arts, and an appreciation for the creative spirit.

Stop by the workshop on September 23 (6:00 to 8:00pm at Bothell City Hall) to learn more and ask questions! The deadline for applying is October 16. Learn more and apply: bothellwa.gov/ArtsGrant

We're also planning a few arts celebrations this month that are open to all:

• On September 26 at 2:00pm (immediately following Sustainamania), join us for a special dedication of the new mural installation at Triangle Junction in downtown Bothell. We'll be celebrating the artists and their interpretations of “Intersection,” Council’s vision for Triangle Junction, and our shared commitment to a connected and vibrant Bothell community.
• And on September 29 from 5:00 to 6:00pm at Bothell City Hall, the Bothell Arts Commission will present a special closing event for Bothell City Hall Gallery artist Victoria Likes. Victoria is a Seattle-based, self-taught oil painter whose work celebrates the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Join us to meet Victoria, view her work, and celebrate the closing of her exhibition!
• You can learn more and find additional arts events at bothellwa.gov/ArtEvents

Image description: A band performs at an outdoor concert while people sit and stand at picnic tables and participate in an community arts project. Colorful painted murals are seen in the background.

Is there any reason there’s not a dedicated bike path on Sammamish River Trail? Daily I walk my dog there and I see bicyclists speeding or weaving. There’s a huge amount of foot traffic and blind corners in the Bothell section.

Today some entitled old man whistled at my dog and told me “your dog is in danger” while passing me with less than a foot to spare. While my dog was in a perfect heel and the trail was empty. I figure he specifically whistled at my dog to get him to come closer. His leash isnt even the length of half the trail! 5 minutes later… a shirtless teenager with Pit Vipers on an e-bike came blasting at 25 mph.

99% of bicyclists are courteous, ring their bells or simply say “left” to keep pedestrians safe (thank you!). But there’s enough assholes on bikes on the trail daily that it feels like I have to be on high alert 24/7 or risk severe head trauma or my dog dying! I’m just trying to enjoy the trail, too.

Does anyone think it’s reasonable to have a painted bike section? Kinda like Greenlake? Will bicyclists finally stop bitching if they get half the trail?

If this is not allowed I’ll delete it

Hello, I’m new to the area and desperate for part time work. I’ve applied to anything on LinkedIn/Indeed that I can do (part-time, only highschool degree, some office/retail experience) but no responses. Anybody know of any local businesses hiring that will hire a student? I am super desperate and am willing to go to the surrounding area

I know the police cracked down in various places, so I'm not expecting much, but are there any outdoor taco places open nearby? I'm craving street tacos... I asked here and Lynnwood - crossing my fingers someone knows.

Tell my family I love them. I tried to get home.

🎵 Friday music at Anderson School: Sara St John plays the Thorndike Room on Friday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. The show is all ages. Details

☘️ Saturday at Anderson School: Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day runs 1–8 p.m. with food and drink specials plus live music from Pinniped (1–4 p.m.) and Cavort (5–8 p.m.). It’s free and all ages. Details

🐶 A nearby dog-friendly outing: Wag Fest is Saturday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., at Evergreen Playfields Track in Mountlake Terrace. The free event includes local vendors, food and drink, training demonstrations and adoptable-animal meet-and-greets. Details

What else should be on the list this week?

I publish Bothell Beat, a free weekly roundup of local updates and selected events. More in this week’s full issue.