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2026 Cats & Dawgs Kirkland Classic August 1, 2026

Aug 31, 2026, 6:00 PM

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Every August the world’s best young female softball players come to Kirkland for the Junior League Softball World Series. The Cats & Dawgs Kirkland Classic kicks it all off at Lee Johnson Field, a free Welcome Rally open to the community—Parade of Champions, live DJ, performances, and a celebrity game captained by former Seattle Seahawk Marcus Trufant and former University of Washington player Terry Hollimon. In 2026, the Cats won! Kirkland City Councilmembers and Governor Bob Ferguson joined as 150 players from five countries were honored on-field with ceremonial first pitches before a crowd of Kirklanders. Next year’s Classic (Opening Ceremonies & Celebrity Softball Game) is set for Saturday, July 31, 2027 ahead of the series August 1–7.

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Bellevue College’s 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee

Originally published on 425. Nearly 200 donors and community members raised a record $415,200 to support student scholarships, programs, grants, emergency aid, and more for years to come. The evening featured a student showcase, remarks from college leaders, a live auction, and the “Raise the Paddle for Student Success” segment. Student speaker Morgan Burke shared […]

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2026 Cats & Dawgs Kirkland Classic August 1, 2026

Originally published on 425. Every August the world’s best young female softball players come to Kirkland for the Junior League Softball World Series. The Cats & Dawgs Kirkland Classic kicks it all off at Lee Johnson Field, a free Welcome Rally open to the community—Parade of Champions, live DJ, performances, and a celebrity game captained […]

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‘Practical Magic 2’ to Premiere at Coupeville Drive-In 

Originally published on 425. Gather your coven for a bewitching evening at the Blue Fox Drive-In celebrating the release of “Practical Magic 2” on Sept. 10-13 and 19-20. The Blue Fox Drive-In is located on Whidbey Island, where the first film was shot. Working with the local gift shop The Crow’s Roost, the two local […]

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The Bainbridge Island Museum of Art Gets Jazzy 

Originally published on 425. Time travel to the roaring 1920s at this New Orleans jazz den-inspired event from the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art titled “Password: Poetry” on Sept. 4. Upon arriving at the Frank Buxton Auditorium, ticket holders will be required to provide a predetermined password to enter the auditorium, or “speakeasy.” Once inside, […]

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Mud Bay Hosting Upcoming Bloodworks Northwest Drives

Originally published on 425. Bloodworks Northwest, a regional blood supplier for the Pacific Northwest, and pet retailer Mud Bay have teamed up for Bloodworks’ ongoing “Give Blood. Rescue a Human.” campaign. The pet-inspired initiative looks to celebrate the bond between people and their furry friends and encourages donations throughout the region, according to a press […]

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Why The Lodge at St. Edward Park is Closing for a Year

Originally published on 425. Kenmore destination The Lodge at St. Edward Park is closing for a year to build a new 15-pool spa. The Seattle Times reported on Friday that the 5-year-old hotel, once a seminary, will lay off in October 86 workers as part of the closure, though its co-owner, developer Kevin Daniels, qualified […]

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2026 Cats & Dawgs Kirkland Classic August 1, 2026