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Weekend Planner: Holiday Music & Cheer at KPC, Bastyr and Merrill Gardens

Check our picks for the activities to hit and places to explore this weekend.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. 

Redmond Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-with-work-get-me-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit.

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  • Where/When: 3:30 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday at .
  • Why Go: Merrill Gardens at Kirkland will celebrate the holiday season this year with a free Holiday Music Festival, featuring live music throughout the month of December. This weekend’s featured performances will be The Wulff Duo on Saturday and Lake Washington Music Assoc. Band on Sunday.
  • Pricing: All concerts are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

  • Where/When: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Sun, Dec. 4 at the .
  • Why Go: Let Bronn and Katherine Journey help you get into the holiday spirit during their 30th Annual Christmas Concert this Sunday at the KPC. Check out this Youtube clip O’ Holy Night performed by Bronn and Katherine Journey so you’ll know what you’re in for. Enjoy the show!
  • Pricing: Tickets are $24.


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  • Where/When: 2 p.m. on Sun, Dec. 4 at Bastyr University Chapel in Kenmore.
  • Why Go: Join the Kirkland Choral Society this Sunday as they welcome the holidays with a concert celebrating the glory of the season and a universal dream of peace. The concert will feature carols, audience sing-a-longs, and a toe-tapping, bluegrass-flavored finale.
  • Pricing: Tickets: Adults: $18; Students/Senior: $12.


  • Where/When: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at in Kirkland.
  • Why Go: Bring your pets, family and yourself out to Dooley’s this weekend and get your holiday Christmas photo’s taken with Santa. Your $20 suggested donation includes a 5X7 of your choice. Other sizes and holiday cards can also be ordered.
  • Pricing: All proceeds benefit Pasado Safe Haven. Sign up at the store or call (425) 889-2200.

 

  • Where/When: 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday at  and
  • Why Go: Celebrate different traditions, cultures and faiths this Saturday during Redmond's holiday festival. The fun starts at City Hall Plaza with fun activities, a festive tree lighting, live musical entertainment and refreshments. Then join in the Luminary Walk between City Hall Plaza and Redmond Town Center, where you can enjoy tastes of complimentary holiday treats, kids’ crafts and entertainment from the community.
  • Pricing: Free

 

  • Where/When: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday at in Redmond.
  • Why Go: Join Redmond's community choir as it presents a sterling assortment of seasonal pieces in a stunning holiday concert this Sunday at Meadowbrook Church. Never heard of Redmond Chorale? Check out this . 
  • Pricing: Suggested $10 donation. Proceeds benefit Congregations for the Homeless.

 

  • Where/When: 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at  in Redmond.
  • Why Go: Do you love drumming but don't have anyone to jam with? Come out to SoulFood Books this Sunday night for a community drum circle. No experience needed to participate, just heart.
  • Pricing: Free

 

  • Where/When: 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at in Redmond.
  • Why Go: Join SecondStory Repertory and the Pacific Northwest Cabaret Association this weekend for a holiday cabaret. The show will feature members of the several members from the PNCA including Victor Janusz, Joanne Klein, Judy Ann Moulton and Arnaldo! Drag Chanteuse. Enjoy the show!
  • Pricing: Tickets are $18 and can be purchased over the phone at 425-881-6777 or online at www.secondstoryrep.org.

 

Community Toy Drive at the Old Fire House Teen Center

  • Where/When: 7 p.m. Friday at the in Redmond.
  • Why Go: Rock out for a good cause this Friday at the Old Fire House as local youth present an evening of music, comedy and more.
  • Pricing: $7, or $5 if you bring a toy to donate to Hopelink.


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