Looking to connect with your community this year? Cultural Conversations presents: "Generations - a Place for Everyone to Belong" Jan. 21, 6-7:30 p.m. at Crossroads Community Center. All-ages and free, light snacks provided. RSVP at GenerationsCC.eventbrite.com or email [email protected].

It’s #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay! If you see a @bvuepd.bsky.social officer, please thank them for the important, difficult work they do for our community. In a lighter moment, they may hand out candy at Halloween on the Hill. Our officers keep Bellevue safe and welcoming in so many ways.

Congrats to our new mayor, Mo Malakoutian (right), and deputy mayor, Dave Hamilton! Their colleagues elected them tonight to lead the council over the next two years.

Our Martin Luther King Jr. Health Fair returns on Monday, Jan. 19 (MLK Day), 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at Crossroads Bellevue. This year’s event offers activities and resources focused on improving health outcomes and fostering a sense of community.

You can participate in a meaningful day of service by removing invasive weeds and planting native trees and shrubs at Wilburton Hill Park on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Jan. 19). Learn more and register. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/ml...

Happy New Year! Whether you are out in the community or celebrating at home, we wish you a safe and meaningful entrance to 2026. City Hall and other city facilities will be closed on New Year's day.

To celebrate South Bellevue Community Center's 20th anniversary, we're offering free fitness classes and drop-in sports Jan. 5-11. Details at bellevuewa.gov/city-news/sb...

Don't pitch that string of lights just yet! A quick fuse or bulb fix and those lights will be ready for next year, per the December episode of Lake to Lake. Also on the show, heat pumps at Silver Glen, a defibrillator at Robinswood Park and the new Diversity Advantage plan. youtu.be/JJpEJD3RY34

Best wishes to everyone celebrating the many holidays that warm us through the big dark! In Bellevue, City Hall will be closed tomorrow for Christmas, and Republic Services will not collect. Thursday collection switches to Friday, Friday collection to Saturday.

Gusty winds forecast today in Bellevue! To report fallen trees or branches on streets or sidewalks, reach out to 425-452-7840 or [email protected] or submit in the MyBellevue app. Also, tips for downed trees and power outages in 한국어, 繁體中文, Русский, español and tiếng Việt at bit.ly/3jWPqJS

"We want to make sure everyone can see themselves onstage," says Billie Hassebrock, artistic director for the Bellevue Youth Theatre. For our inaugural Spotlight on the Arts show, we introduce you to Hassebrock and also go behind the scenes at BYT as actors rehearse for a show. youtu.be/iNu5pA2BhnE

The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink presented by Symetra has over 9,000 square feet of real ice. lf you get your two feet into a pair of skates, there is certainly some space for you. bellevueicerink.com

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Western Washington, with area rivers expected to overflow Monday and Tuesday. Learn how to stay safe in español, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 日本語, 한국어, Pусский and Tiếng Việt at bellevuewa.gov/flooding.

Thank you so much to the state legislators who visited with our City Council on a blustery night tonight: senators Vandana Slatter and Lisa Wellman and representatives Janice Zahn, My-Linh Thai and Osman Salahuddin!

The City Council Tuesday unanimously approved placing additional speed cameras on Bellevue streets, starting with seven locations next year. With the new cameras, we aim to reduce dangerous speeding—a major factor in serious and fatal crashes here. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/council-roundup-12-4-25

Get your holiday spirit on with @BvueParks Saturday (Dec. 6). Pancakes and an indoor snowball fight at SBCC in the morning (required registration at register.bellevuewa.gov). Then head over to Kelsey Creek Farm 5-6:30 p.m. for a barn lighting featuring cocoa and crafts.

The City of Bellevue is asking for input on the current state of the city and future needs to ensure the next two-year budget reflects the needs and perspectives of Bellevue community members. The survey will be open until Wednesday, Dec. 31. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/bu...

It's a most d'lightful time to be in Bellevue! Get the details about Garden d'Lights, including how to reserve a time for visiting. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/ga...

Are you a Bellevue School District high schooler? The City of Bellevue is excited to launch the Race to Refill challenge! Bring your reusable water bottle to school to refill throughout the day and help reduce single-use plastics. Learn more at www.BellevueWa.gov/race-to-refill 💧

As we enter the cold weather season, make sure to sign up to get email and/or text alerts for utility news, projects and service updates at www.BellevueWa.gov/utilities-news. Be the first to know: ⚠️ Service disruptions 🚧 Construction and maintenance nearby 💧 Bill assistance 📆 Community Events

Tonight! Come celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Unkitawa and us. Indigenous educator Bawaajigekwe Boulley will present a celebration of community connection combined with cultural education Friday, Nov. 14, 6–8 p.m. at City Hall. Light refreshments will be served. bellevuewa.gov/nahm

Tuesday we honor and recognize the contributions of all veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors who have made sacrifices for our country. City Hall and other city facilities will be closed. #VeteransDay

Election day is tomorrow, the last day to turn in your ballot. Drop boxes are open until 8 p.m. Tuesday; King County Elections can help you find the closest one. You can also register, vote in-person and get help doing it at the Crossroads Community Center until 8 p.m. tomorrow. tinyurl.com/mry4j487

At an open house Thursday, Nov. 20, 6–8 p.m. at City Hall, we'll share the preliminary Diversity Advantage Plan 2035, how community feedback informed the update and how the plan will be implemented. Please preregister. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/be...

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we're presenting with the nonprofit Unkitawa a celebration of community connection and cultural education Nov. 14, 6–8 p.m. at City Hall. Please preregister and get details at bellevuewa.gov/city-news/indigenous-ways

Bellevue Parks & Community Services, which maintains the city’s impressive network of parks and trails, received a perfect score of 154 out of 154 from the national Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/pa...

Huge thank you to 18 volunteers who recently collected 450 pounds of trash in BelRed as part of the Keep Bellevue Beautiful Signature Street Cleanup series. Want to join the next cleanup? We’ll be in Eastgate Nov. 15, 9–10 a.m. Sign up at bellevuewa.gov/keepbellevuebeautiful.

The Monster Mash Halloween Bash, a free trick-or-treat party for all ages at the Northwest Arts Center, will be Friday, Oct. 24, 5:30-8 p.m. Collect candy while enjoying theme-based crafts and activities. Costumes are encouraged.

Just in time for Halloween, Parks & Community Services has added bat houses at Mercer Slough. Thanks to a donation from Amazon, local bats now have a safe place to call home. These nocturnal neighbors help keep insect populations down. No tricks, just treats for our ecosystem.

We've identified 37 potential locations for new speed safety cameras as part of ongoing efforts to reduce crashes. The proposed sites will be presented to the City Council this winter. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/sp...

What do you like to do in Bellevue? The city planners behind the Grand Connection corridor want to know. Learn how you can weigh in on this month's Lake to Lake, the news show about Bellevue. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/la...

We're excited to announce partnerships with four tech companies/startups as part of our Civic Innovation Challenge! Certivo, Legislaide, Juganu and FindIt will all pilot AI projects that can improve Bellevue services. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/in...

Bellwether will deliver at least 127 affordable homes in a transit-oriented development near light rail, with family-sized units, serving households earning between 30% and 80% of the area median income. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/be...

From a park in Crossroads to the World Cup? Sure ... on the 2 Line. Arts organizations and others are invited to propose World Cup-themed celebrations for June and July on the Eastside, along the light rail corridor. Meeting at City Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4-6 p.m. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/wo...

It’s official! Bellevue has its own Monopoly edition, featuring four Bellevue parks. 🌳🌱🎲 Mr. Monopoly himself was on hand to unveil the game, now available online and at several local retailers including the garden gift shop.

We're conducting a survey to gain a better understanding of how community members feel about living in Bellevue and whether we're meeting the diverse needs of the community. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/co...

ICYMI, join us at City Hall on Oct. 16 for our first Innovation Exchange featuring civic tech demonstrations, interactive exhibits and lightning talks from entrepreneurs. Please register at bellevuewa.gov/innovation-exchange.

Thinking about checking out the the Kelsey Creek Farm Fair? This video gives a flavor of the pumpkins, ponies, popcorn and more coming up Saturday, Oct. 4. youtu.be/B0zbsjDWyKw

⚡E-bike or electric motorcycle? Know the difference and ride safely! If it does not have working pedals, it is not an e-bike. Many high-powered “e-bikes” are actually motorcycles and are not legal on park trails or bike lanes. Details at bellevuewa.gov/e-mobility-safety

A fabulous summer in a fabulous city. Highlights include the Bellevue Family 4th, the International Festival at Crossroads, and Movies at the park, and a "Fairy Modern Midsummer" at the Bellevue Youth Theatre.

Fiesta Latina will be on Saturday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Spring District Park, with a performance from the Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra celebrating Latino song and dance. Local food vendors will serve up Latin American cuisines.

We’re thrilled to be recognized as an Outstanding Achievement Winner in the 2025 Government Experience Awards! This honor reflects our dedication to making government services more accessible, equitable, and people-first. bit.ly/GovX2025Winn... #GovX #GovExperience #GovTech #DigitalInnovation

Celebrate Arbor Day by planting trees and other native plants Oct. 18, 8:45 a.m.-11 a.m., at Lewis Creek Park. While Arbor Day was technically in April, we mark the day in the fall, when it's best to plant trees here. Please register to participate. bellevuewa.gov/volunteering...

ICYMI, opportunity to share how you feel about Bellevue and how you access information from us at a listening session Thursday, Sept. 25, at City Hall (registration required). Online survey also available until Oct. 5. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/be...

As part of an effort to leverage technology to improve municipal services, we'll celebrate new partnerships and promote civic innovation at an Innovation Exchange. Come to City Hall Oct. 16 for the 9-4:30 or 4:30-7 sessions or both. Registration is required.

1 in 4 school-age children in Bellevue experiences food insecurity. To address growing lack of access to nutritious food and essential products, we are collecting food and hygiene products Oct. 1-Nov. 15 at community centers, City Hall and Mini City Hall. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/es...

The City of Bellevue has selected BRIDGE Housing and Su Development to build multifamily housing complexes with affordable housing and amenities for artists on two separate city-owned properties in the BelRed Arts District. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/be...

ICYMI, Cultural Conversations is kicking off the 2025 season this evening (Monday) at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Light refreshnents provided. Registration at the link is required. rb.gy/q0mkym

Community members will have an opportunity to share how they feel about Bellevue and access information from us at a listening session Sept. 25 at City Hall (registration required). For those not able to attend, an online survey is open until Oct. 5. bellevuewa.gov/city-news/be...

The pond is back at City Hall! We offer some #TBT flavor to this post with this pic from the Eastside Heritage Center of the schoolhouse that was used as Bellevue's first city hall in 1953.