Could a Maker's Kitchen Be Coming to Redmond?

Could a Maker's Kitchen Be Coming to Redmond?

From Best of Redmond: Redmond Washington News, Events, Restaurants & Things to Do by Dan Schulz and Jennifer Davis – Eastside Seattle community podcasters with a passion for talking about all the amazing local businesses, neighborhood news, and weekly recommendations for Redmond WA residents.

May 19, 2026 · 10 min · Season 1 · Episode 30

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This episode discusses local events in Redmond, including a cougar sighting and upcoming community activities.

Welcome to Best of Redmond! Redmond's twice-weekly newsletter and podcast about all the amazing things happening in Redmond for the next seven days! 📰 Cougar Spotted Near Westside Park Okay, so this definitely got people's attention over the weekend. A cougar was spotted near the pickleball and basketball courts at Westside Park in Redmond, and wildlife officers ended up tracking it through the Bridle Crest Trail area before hazing it away from the neighborhood. Officials said there were no attacks or injuries, but they did temporarily close parts of the trail system while checking the area. If you walk those trails early in the morning or around dusk, probably keep your head up for a bit. Especially if you've got kids or dogs with you. 🎭 Open Poetry Night at SoulFood SoulFood CoffeeHouse is doing another one of its long-running poetry nights on Thursday, May 21 from 6 to 8 p.m., and honestly, these things have become a real Redmond institution at this point. Featured readers go first from 6 to 7, then they open it up for anyone who wants to jump in during the second half. Michael Dylan Welch curates the whole thing, and the crowd usually ranges from serious local poets to…

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Hosts: Dan Schulz, Jennifer Davis

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Organizations: SoulFood CoffeeHouse, NW Brewing

Places: Redmond, Westside Park, Bridle Crest Trail

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