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Taiwanese Shaved Ice in Overlake? Plus, Who Is The Best Family Dining in Redmond · Best of Redmond: Redmond Washington News, Events, Restaurants & Things to Do

• 0:01
  Jennifer Davis: Welcome to The Best of Redmond.
• 0:03
  Jennifer Davis: I'm Jennifer Davis
• 0:04
  Dan Schulz: And I'm Dan Schultz, and this is Redmond's twice weekly newsletter and podcast about all of the amazing things happening right here in Redmond for the next seven days.
• 0:15
  Dan Schulz: Jennifer, no sap horsing around.
• 0:16
  Dan Schulz: What is the big story in Redmond this week?
• 0:20
  Jennifer Davis: All right, well, I got something for you.
• 0:22
  Jennifer Davis: Some of the best things happening here in Redmond aren't just new restaurants and big events like the World Cup.
• 0:29
  Jennifer Davis: There are places quietly changing lives every single day.
• 0:33
  Jennifer Davis: Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center has been doing that for decades, helping children and adults with disabilities build confidence, strength, and independence through adaptive horseback riding and equine-assisted services.
• 0:47
  Jennifer Davis: a recent Seattle's Child feature shines a spotlight on the incredible work happening right here in our community.
• 0:54
  Jennifer Davis: If you've never visited Little Bit, this is one of those Redmond organizations that's worth knowing about because it's making a real difference for local families every day
• 1:06
  Dan Schulz: If you've been waiting for movie nights at Marymoor Park, they are back.
• 1:09
  Dan Schulz: Wednesday, July 15th, they're showing Mamma Mia!.
• 1:12
  Dan Schulz: Gates open at 7:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to grab dinner from the food trucks, catch the pre-show entertainment, and claim a spot before the movie starts after sunset.
• 1:22
  Dan Schulz: Bring blankets or lawn chairs because it's all outdoors, and parking is free.
• 1:27
  Dan Schulz: Tickets are $10 plus the King County park fee and service charges.
• 1:34
  Jennifer Davis: If you're looking for somewhere to watch the World Cup on Saturday, Redmond Town Center is turning Center Court into a giant watch party.
• 1:42
  Jennifer Davis: The fun starts at 12:30 and goes to about 4:00 with local DJs, kids activities, virtual reality soccer, games, giveaways, and a huge screen for the match.
• 1:55
  Jennifer Davis: Even if you're not a hardcore soccer fan, there's enough going on to keep the whole family entertained.
• 2:01
  Jennifer Davis: head to Redmond Town Center early if you want a good spot because these community watch parties tend to fill up once the pregame festivities get rolling
• 2:11
  Dan Schulz: Here's a fun one for Thursday.
• 2:13
  Dan Schulz: The businesses along Leary Way are teaming up for a neighborhood block party centered around, Palmer's East.
• 2:19
  Dan Schulz: They're setting up a flower bar, serving specialty cocktail flights, and bringing in Styled with Claire and Woodpecker Flooring for a shopping and community event that feels more like a summer get-together than a typical happy hour.
• 2:33
  Dan Schulz: It starts at 4:00 PM, so you can swing by after work, bring your own bouquet, grab a drink, and check out what the neighborhood businesses have been putting together
• 2:44
  Jennifer Davis: If you've got an older kid who's always doodling or dreaming up stories, the Redmond Library has a free memoir comics workshop on Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00.
• 2:54
  Jennifer Davis: Seattle comics artist Vivian Lee will show participants how real comics come together, from sketching with blue pencils and inking to lettering and telling a story from their own life.
• 3:07
  Jennifer Davis: All the supplies are provided, so they just need to show up ready to create.
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  Jennifer Davis: It's for ages 11 and up, and it's a pretty cool chance to learn from someone who does this professionally
• 3:20
  Dan Schulz: If you've got a kid who loves riding anything with wheels, the Kiddo Kilo is happening Friday, July 17th, at the Jerry Baker Memorial Velodrome in Marymoor Park.
• 3:31
  Dan Schulz: Kids 12 and under can take a fun lap around the track on just about anything they ride, from bikes and trikes to push bikes and other creative wheel-powered rides.
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  Dan Schulz: Helmets are required, kids ride free, and adults are asked for a $5 donation.
• 3:46
  Dan Schulz: Registration starts around 6:30 PM, with the Kiddie Kilo wrapping up between 7:30 and 8:00 PM.
• 3:53
  Dan Schulz: Just keep an eye on the weather because rain can cancel race night.
• 3:58
  Jennifer Davis: Even if you're not signing up, Saturday, July 18th is a good day to swing by Perrigo Park if you've caught the pickleball bug.
• 4:06
  Jennifer Davis: The city's summer pickleball tournament runs from 9:00 to 1:00 with some of the area's stronger recreational players battling it out in doubles matches.
• 4:17
  Jennifer Davis: These aren't beginners learning the rules.
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  Jennifer Davis: Expect long rallies, quick hands at the net, and plenty of competitive play.
• 4:24
  Jennifer Davis: Bring a chair or just stop by for a while if you're curious why pickleball has become one of the fastest growing sports around
• 4:34
  Dan Schulz: If you're looking for something a little different this week, Second Story Repertory is wrapping up its run of Emoji Land: The Musical through Sunday, July 19th.
• 4:44
  Dan Schulz: The show imagines what happens inside your phone when a software update puts every emoji at risk, turning familiar little icons into a funny, surprisingly heartfelt musical about friendship, identity, and finding your place.
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  Dan Schulz: Tickets are $35, and performances are at Second Story Rep in the Redmond Town Center.
• 5:04
  Dan Schulz: If you're in the mood for a live theater instead of another movie night, this one's definitely the most unique show in town.
• 5:13
  Dan Schulz: Quick question.
• 5:14
  Dan Schulz: If your neighbor came to you and said, "Hey, I've got this weird wet spot here in the yard and it's not drying up," would you know what you would tell them?
• 5:23
  Dan Schulz: Uh, probably not because most people wouldn't, and that's usually an underground water leak, and most plumbers don't even handle that.
• 5:32
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• 5:37
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• 5:59
  Jennifer Davis: All right.
• 5:59
  Jennifer Davis: It's time for the Redmond History Minute, where we share an interesting piece of history, trivia, or tidbit about life in and around Redmond.
• 6:09
  Jennifer Davis: So Dan, you ready for my question?
• 6:10
  Jennifer Davis: And for you at home playing along, you ready?
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  Dan Schulz: I, will speak for the listeners.
• 6:16
  Dan Schulz: We are all ready.
• 6:17
  Dan Schulz: Lay it upon us, please.
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  Jennifer Davis: What unique animal feature did the Clise/Willowmoor Clease Willowmore Estate famously keep roaming on its grounds?
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  Jennifer Davis: And your choices are A, alpacas, B, peacocks, C, swans, or D, emus.
• 6:38
  Jennifer Davis: And your time starts now
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  Dan Schulz: Now, you are trying to get me to say peacocks because I believe we've talked about peacocks within the last two episodes, so I believe it's a trap.
• 6:55
  Jennifer Davis: Uh-huh.
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  Jennifer Davis: Okay
• 6:56
  Dan Schulz: I am going alpacas.
• 6:59
  Dan Schulz: Final answer, alpacas.
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  Jennifer Davis: All right, well, let's find out.
• 7:09
  Jennifer Davis: I just looked, and the answer is B, peacocks Willowmore was less farm and more fancy country estate with personality.
• 7:20
  Jennifer Davis: the peacocks were part of the whole scene, along with the Dutch windmill and other over-the-top touches.
• 7:38
  Dan Schulz: All right.
• 7:38
  Dan Schulz: Here is a good rumor for anyone with a sweet tooth.
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  Dan Schulz: We've heard from a couple of different sources now that a popular Taiwanese shaved ice and boba shop, the kind that's built a huge following in Seattle's International District, has been looking for a second location near the Overlake light
• 7:56
  Dan Schulz: rail station.
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  Dan Schulz: Now, we haven't been able to confirm a lease or opening date, so for now it's still firmly in rumor territory.
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  Dan Schulz: If it happens though, it would be a pretty fun addition to the neighborhood.
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  Dan Schulz: What do you think?
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  Dan Schulz: Have you heard about which shop this might be?
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  Dan Schulz: If you've got a guess or have heard anything, head on over to our Facebook page at facebook.com/bestofredmond and drop it in the Redmond Rumor Mill Guesses post.
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  Dan Schulz: And while you're over on our Facebook page, look for the post called Your Picks, and let us know who you think is the best family-friendly dining restaurant in Redmond
• 8:32
  Jennifer Davis: if you've enjoyed this podcast, you're gonna love the companion newsletter.
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  Jennifer Davis: Find it at bestofredmond.com, and we'll see you in the next one
• 8:41
  Dan Schulz: Or maybe before then, walking in or around Redmond.