Busy bees abound around Sammamish
April 20, 2010
Lisa Novich, Sammamish resident and owner of Knox Cellars Native Bees, shows the set up for raising mason bees. Photo by Christopher Huber
Business to donate profits to food bank
December 15, 2009
Adam Gentry and Charley Lindsley were having a tough time finding work in this economy. So in August, they started a new business, Easy Oil.
“We invented jobs for ourselves,” Gentry said. Read more
New business owners brave current market
September 1, 2009
Jason Schaefer, owner of Golf USA, takes a swing in his business’ indoor driving range. Photo by J.B. Wogan
Recession or no, Ray McCorkle decided to open A-Game Sports in Inglewood Plaza in August. He said he believed the presence of three high schools in Sammamish would create a steady demand for sports apparel.
So far, it’s been a struggle.
“We’re breathing. It’s short breaths, but we’re breathing. We need more business,” McCorkle said.
It might seem crazy to open a new business in today’s retail market. People aren’t buying like they did a couple of years ago. The state Department of Revenue released figures in July that said taxable retail sales in King County were down 14.4 percent from last year — about $3.5 billion.
But at least three local entrepreneurs are braving the market anyway and opening new businesses in Sammamish.
McCorkle, who calls himself a “gym rat,” said he has bought advertising in local newspapers and in high school football booster programs, but he still needs to find ways to get the word out that his store exists.
Deb Sogge, executive director of the Sammamish Chamber of Commerce, said McCorkle’s problem wasn’t unusual.
“I think the number one challenge is getting the word out that they’ve opened,” Sogge said. Sogge said new business owners often approach her about marketing strategies. Read more
Portal designed to keep an online eye on children
July 14, 2009
Not long ago, Christine Mason decided she was going to do something to make the Internet safe for children.
“My children were starting to spend more time online and my daughter wanted to get an e-mail address, so she could write to her grandparents in Arizona,” Mason said. “I did a little research and I just didn’t find anything that made sense for kids.”
So Mason,of Sammamish, created ZillaDog and ZillaMail, an Internet portal intended to provide a safe Web site and e-mail server for children. The site links to Web sites that Mason said are favored by children. There are trailers for movies rated G and PG, games, and links to other child-friendly Web sites.
Billy and Carle Mason play online games at Zilladog.com.
Business Directory
December 16, 2008
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ACUPUNCTURE
Moon Lodge Holistic Spa
Renowned Massage • Acupuncture
Naturopathic Doctors • HCG Weight Loss
425.392.4700 • www.VisitMoonLodge.com
ADVERTISING AGENCY
SYNCHRO Creative Communications
Creative, strategic advertising
& design that gets results.
425.885.5661 x1
APARTMENTS
Hutchison House Apartments
Handicapped units available, senior housing
Equal Opportunity Housing.
105 Mountain Park Blvd SW, Issaquah 98027
425.392.9139 · TTY 425.562.4002
ASPHALT/CONCRETE
Rainier Asphalt & Concrete
1.888.PAVEMENT
New Installation & Maintenance
BBB & Master Builder Association Member
ASSISTED LIVING
Merrill Gardens at Renton Center
“A One-of-a-Kind Retirement Community”
Voted Best of Renton 2009, 2010
425.235.6400
ATTORNEYS
Carson & Noel PLLC
Issaquah’s Business Law Firm
Business • Real Estate • Estate Planning
425.837.4717
O’Brien, Barton, Wieck & Joe, Attorneys at Law
Attorneys at Law
Personal Injury • Family Law
Wills • Estate Tax Planning • Probate
Real Estate Transactions • Traffic Tickets
175 NE Gilman Blvd • 425.391.7427
AUTO INSURANCE
Kathy Johnson
State Farm Insurance
240 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite C
425.392.2224 · 425.391.7377
kathy.johnson.b73d@statefarm.com
AUTO LOANS
Prevail Credit Union
A Better Way to Save & Borrow
In Issaquah · for Washington Residents
206.382.1888 or 800.248.6928
AUTO REPAIR
Autoworks of Issaquah
Voted one of the top 15 shops in Puget Sound
by Puget Sound Consumers Checkbooks.
1590 NW Mall St, Issaquah
425-392-4568 • www.autoworks-wa.com
Clark’s Towing, LLC
Auto • Truck • Foreign • Domestic
Family owned & operated since 1965
6003 221st Pl SE • PO Box 2107
Issaquah 98027 • 425.392.6000
German Car Specialists, Inc.
BMW • Audi • Mercedes Benz
Service & Repair since 1979
30 Year Anniversary • Located in Factoria
425.644.7770 • www.GermanAuto.com
Integrity Automotive
It’s more than a name…it’s how we do business.
5648 221st Place SE, Issaquah
425.557.8665
Klahanie Shell & Service Center
Auto Repair
4598 Klahanie Dr SE, Issaquah
425.313.3057
Mark’s Japanese-European Auto Repair
We are your Dealer Alternative.
90 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste A, Issaquah
425.313.9999
www.marksjapanese-european.com
Morgan Motors
Honest, Low-Pressure Auto Repair/Service
Voted Best Customer Service/Auto Repair
1 Blk S of Gilman Blvd behind McDonald’s
425.391.3600 • www.ExpertAutoCare.com
AUTO WRECKING
Budget Auto Wrecking
$$Cash$$ For Junk
Autos & Trucks
Bodies & Frames Hauled
253.852.6363 • 206.244.4314, ext. 3
BANKS
Sterling Savings Bank
Your Hometown Helpful® Bank
705 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah 98027
Ph 425.427.1715 • Fax 425.427.9240
BUILDING MATERIALS
Issaquah Cedar & Lumber
Decking · Beams · Fencing · Siding
5728 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE
425.392.3631
CHILD CARE
Kid’s Country Childcare
Childcare · 4 weeks – 12 years
Love · Laugh · Learn · Grow
710 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste D108
425.369.2400 · www.KidsCountry.net
CHIROPRACTIC
Issaquah Family Chiropractic
6220 East Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Ste A
Issaquah • 425.557.8787
Gentle • Safe • Effective
Klahanie Chiropractic
4556 Klahanie Dr SE
Issaquah 425.391.5050
Taking health to the next level
Dr Ken, Dr Ben, Dr Steve and Daniel, LMP
Way of Life Wellness Center
355 NW Gilman Blvd Suite 105, Issaquah
Dr. Shina Silber
Network Chiropractic Care – gentle touch
www.wayoflifewellness.com • 425.313.0433
CHURCHES
Faith United Methodist Church & Preschool
Come Walk With Us
3924 Issaquah Pine Lake Road, Issaquah
425.392.0123 office
First Church of Christ, Scientist
9806 238th Way SE, Issaquah WA 98027
www.christianscienceissaquah.org
425.392.8140
Reading Room – 195 Front St. N Issaquah
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Website:www.sjcissaquah.org
Email: office@sjcissaquah.org
Phone: 425.392.5516 • Fax: 425.392.2722
Address: 220 Mountain Blvd SW, Issaquah, 98027
CLOTHING
The Closet
Upscale Ladies Consignment Shop
16150 NE 85th St, Redmond
Directly across from Post Office
425.558.0809
The Grange Supply
We carry Carhartt & Ariat clothing & boots
plus Outback Trading, Wrangler & more!
145 NE Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.392.6469 • www.grangesupply.com
CONSTRUCTION
Marshall Inc. General Contracting
30 Years of Quality Construction
Custom Remodeling – New Construction
marshallcontracting@comcast.net
425.427.6554 • Lic. # MARSHI*004PQ
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COUNSELING
Solid Rock Counseling Center
Rebecca Turner
1212 104th Ave SE, Bellevue
425.454.3863
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CREDIT UNION
Prevail Credit Union
A Better Way to Save & Borrow
In Issaquah • for Washington Residents
206.382.1888 or 800.248.6928
DANCE INSTRUCTION
Dance with Miss Sue
Ballet • Tap • Tumbling • for ages 3 to 7
Pine Lake Community Center
21333 SE 20th, Sammamish
425.443.5737
Gotta Dance
Tap • Ballet • Jazz • Hip Hop
Lyrical • Ages 2 to Adult
17945 NE 65th, Redmond • 425.861.5454
DEMENTIA CARE
Aegis of Issaquah
780 NW Juniper Street Issaquah, WA 98027
425.392.8100 • www.AegisofIssaquah.com
Contact: leslie.campana@aegisliving.com
Assisted Living and Memory Care in Home-Like Cottages
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DENTISTS
1st Impressions Dental Care
Dr. Ron Sherman
NO LECTURES • NO GUILT
5825 221st Place, Ste 100, Issaquah
425.391.4964 • www.drronsherman.com
Barry Feder & Mark Germack, DDS
Voted Favorite Dentists in 2007, 2008 and 2009!
Dr. Barry Feder • Dr. Mark Germack
Medical Center of Issaquah
450 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste 103
425.392.7541 • www.doctorfeder.com
Dr. Rosemary Warren
Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry • Families Welcome
175 NE Gilman Blvd, Ste 101 • Issaquah, 98027
425.391.9200
Lake Sammamish Family Dentistry
Dr. Anna Lisin 425.392.4105
5712 East Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, #108
Issaquah, WA 98029, Extended Hours
Gentle, State of the Art Care
Preferred provider for most insurances
DOG TRAINING/DAYCARE
Riverdog Canine Coaching
Positive, balanced training for your dog.
Classes • Daycare • Training C.A.M.P.
Puppy Programs • Problem Solving • Shampooch
425.427.5958 • www.riverdogK9.com
EDUCATION
LearningRx – Issaquah
We can help make learning easier!
Train the Brain • Unlock the Potential
195 NE Gilman Blvd., Ste 100, Issaquah
425.657.0908 • www.LearningRx.com
Mathnasium of Issaquah/Sammamish
4546 Klahanie Dr SE, Issaquah, WA 98029
425.270.1054
Mathnasium Students “Visualize Math”
www.mathnasium.com/directory/USA_issaquah.htm
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
Accurate Electric
Residential/Commercial Service & Repair
Troubleshooting, recessed lights & more
Service area: Issaquah/Sammamish/Eastside
425.369.6122 • www.Accurate-Electric.com
Greg’s Electric Services
Expert Residential Services
Call Greg’s Electric – Greg will answer
and he’ll be the one on the job!
425.957.4630 • Issaquah, WA
EYE CARE
Issaquah Vision
Dr. Walter Cassidy & Dr. Stephen Cassidy
450 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite 104
425.392.8756
New Vision Eye Care
Dr. K. Moscovitz, OD • Dr. W. Penteost, OD
Pine Lake Dental – Medical Center
425.392.2196
FARM SUPPLIES
The Grange Supply
Livestock Feed · Fencing
Veterinary Supplies · Horse Tack
145 NE Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.392.6469 · www.grangesupply.com
FISHING
Creekside Angling Company
The Eastside’s Premier Fly Shop
1180 NW Gilman Blvd
425.392.3800
FITNESS/HEALTH
Fitness Together – Issaquah
Premier Private Personal Training
Free Trial Session and Consultation
660 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste C-1
www.FTissaquah.com • 425.392.4804
Klahanie Fitness
$0 Down or $9/month
4524 Klahanie Dr SE
425.391.0722
The Sammamish Club
“Full Service/Family Fitness for Everyone”
2115 Poplar Way • Issaquah
425.313.3131
Sammamish Family YMCA
4221 228th Ave SE • 425.391.4840
We build strong kids, strong families
& strong communities.
FLORISTS
Cascade Florists
Flower Delivery & Gifts
24 hour design & delivery
94 Front St N, Issaquah
425.392.7566 • www.cascadeflorists.com
Countryside Floral & Garden
Full Service Florist • We deliver
425.392.0999 • 800.554.8108
1420 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste 1
GALLERY & GIFTS
Revolution Gallery & Gifts
Local Hand Crafted Art
Fun, Fine & Functional Art
317 NW Gilman Blvd #26
Issaquah, WA 98027
425.392.4982
Gilman Antique & Design Gallery – 17,500 sq ft
625 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah WA 98027
Open Every Day 11-6 • 425.391.6640
Offering a Full Range of Quality Antique & Collectibles
Established in 1987 ~ Eastside Only Antique Mall
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GARDENING
The Grange Supply
Plants, seeds, gardening tools &
all your organic needs.
145 NE Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.392.6469 · www.grangesupply.com
GAS STATIONS/SERVICE STATIONS
Issaquah 76
Gas • Groceries • Propane
6420 East Lake Sammamish Pkwy
Exit 17 • I-90 • Issaquah
425.392.9250
GLASS
Eastside Mobile Auto Glass, Inc.
Saturday Appointments • Preferred Provider for ALL Insurance
60 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah (in Issaquah Auto Mall)
425.391.7227
www.EastsideMobileAutoGlass.com
Issaquah Glass, Inc.
Celebrating 44 years serving the Eastside!
30200 SE 79th St, Ste 130
Now Exit 22 off I-90
www.IssaquahGlass.com • 425.392.5333
Replacement Windows
Vinyl, Fiberglass, Wood, Aluminum
Lifetime Installation/Product Warranty
A+ on BBB Call Today 425.455.4412
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GYMNASTICS
Gymnastics East
Classes ages 2-18 in a positive environment
Bellevue • Issaquah • Preston
425.644.8117/425.392.2621
HAIR SALONS
Carolanne and Zoriana at Pelage
Color Specialist/Designers
Brazilian Blow-out Smoothing Treatment
Custom Haircuts
425.837.8710
HOME BUILDERS
Bennett Homes
Building Throughout Western Washington
11100 Main Street, Suite 100, Bellevue WA 98004
425.646.4022 • www.bennetthomes.com
The Burnsteads Building Luxury Homes
In Sammamish and Issaquah for over 50 years.
425.454.1900
Hughes Building Company, Inc.
Custom Building and Remodeling
“Translating Dreams into Spaces that Celebrate your Lifestyle”
380 Front Street South, Issaquah, WA 98027
info@hughesbuildingco.com
425.557.9880 • Visit www.HughesBuildingCo.com
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HORSE BACK RIDING
Red Gate Farm Day Camp
Summer Camp
Riding Lessons • Winter/Spring/Fall
Sammamish Plateau • 425.392.0111
HOTELS
Holiday Inn – Issaquah
1801 12th Ave NW, 98027
425.392.6421 ph/ 425.391.4650 fax
holiday@hiissaquah.com
www.holidayinn.com/sea-issaquah
HOUSECLEANING
JCP House Cleaning
Professional Cleaners You Can Trust
206.679.4448
INSURANCE
Kathy Johnson, State Farm Insurance
240 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste. C
425.392.2224 · 425.391.7377
Keith Pitsch – American Family Insurance
Auto • Home • Business • Life
We cover it all under one roof ©
1660 NW Gilman Blvd • Issaquah, WA • 98027
425.313.5989 • www.keithpitschagency.com
INVESTMENT SERVICES
Edward Jones
Jana D. Williams – Financial Advisor
425.837.4686
3302 East Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, #B
Sammamish 98075
LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS
Brookhill Nursery and Landscapes
425.280.1113
19020 SR 203 Monroe, WA 98272
info@brookhillnursery.com
Greener Dreams, Inc. • 425.369.8133
Professional yard maintenance
Experience in Issaquah, Redmond,
Sammamish & Sno-Valley since 1991.
Free Proposals • 425.369.8133
Economy Landscaping & Irrigation Services
9063 3rd AVE SW
Seattle, WA 98106
Paul Saran 206.236.5151 • 425.454.8111
www.landscapingseattle.com or www.sprinklerseattle.com
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LICENSING
Alpine Licensing
Full Service vehicle/vessel registration & pet licensing services
Open 6 days a week! M-F 9-6 & Sat 9-5
1175 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste B3, Issaquah
(btwn Rite Aid and Sports Authority)
425.369.0409 • www.alpinelicensing.com
MARTIAL ARTS
Kung Fu Club of Issaquah
32841 SE 47th Place, Fall City 98024
425.392.4712 · Real Skills, For Life
Kung Fu · Qi Gong · Meditation
MASSAGE THERAPY
Moon Lodge Holistic Spa
Renowned Massage • Acupuncture
Naturopathic Doctors • HCG Weight Loss
425.392.4700 • www.VisitMoonLodge.com
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MEAT MARKET
Fischer Meats
Celebrating 100 years!
85 Front St N, Downtown Issaquah
425.392.3131 · Fax 425.392.0168
MEDIATION
Main Street Mediation
www.mainstreetintercultural.com
Sarah Bergdahl, Founder
President, WA Mediation Association
425.391.1374
MEDICAL/HEALTH SERVICES
Henri P. Gaboriau, MD, FACS
22840 NE 8th St, #103, Sammamish 98074
425.898.1228
Board certified facial plastic surgeon
Please visit www.sammamishfacial.com
Overlake Medical Center Issaquah
Primary Care and 24-Hour Urgent Care Clinic
5708 East Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE
Issaquah 98027
425.688.5777
www.OverlakeHospital.org/urgentcare
Proliance Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
510 8th AVE NE, Suite 200
Issaquah, WA 98029
P: 425.392.3030 F: 425.392.2564
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Award-winning • Primary and Specialty Care
100 NE Gilman Blvd • Issaquah • 98027
425.557.8000
UW Medicine Issaquah Clinic
1455 11th Ave NW, Issaquah WA 98027
Phone – 425.391.3900
MEETING SPACE/BANQUETS
Historic Gibson Hall
105 Newport Way SW
425.392.4016
Rental Hall 900+ sq ft with full kitchen
Holiday Inn Seattle – Issaquah
1801 12th Ave NW, 98027
425.392.6421 ph/ 425.391.4650 fax
holiday@hiissaquah.com
www.HolidayInn.com/sea-issaquah
Pine Lake Community Club
Rent for Parties, Meetings,
Weddings & Receptions.
425.392.2313 • 425.392.4041
MORTGAGE/HOME LOANS
Prevail Credit Union
A Better Way to Save & Borrow
In Issaquah – for Washington Residents
206.382.1888 or 800.248.6928
MOTORCYCLES
Mark’s Motorcycle Werks
Repair • Service
All Motorcycle Brands • Jet Skis • Snowmobiles
90 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite F, Issaquah
425.391.1303
MUSIC LESSONS/RETAIL
Plateau Music
Lessons: instrument & voice for all ages
Music books, accessories, rentals, repairs.
Klahanie Shopping Center · 425.369.9333
NEWSPAPERS
The Issaquah Press
Founded in 1900
45 Front St S, Issaquah 98027
425.392.6434
Sammamish Review
Founded in 1992
45 Front St S, Issaquah 98027
425.392.6434
NUDIST PARKS
Fraternity Snoqualmie
A Family Nudist Park
PO Box 748, Issaquah 98027
425.392.NUDE
NURSERY/GARDEN CENTERS
Hayes Nursery
Full selection of superb quality plants,
flowers, trees & gifts. Professional
staff for all-year gardening advice.
12504 Issaquah-Hobart Rd
425.391.4166 • www.hayesnursery.com
The Nursery at Mt. Si
A Premier Northwest Destination Nursery
Extensive Selection, Grower Direct, Excellent Service
42328 SE 108th Street, North Bend
425.831.2274
NURSING FACILITIES
Issaquah Nursing & Rehabilitation
Proven Commitment to Care
805 Front St S, Issaquah 98027
425.392.1271
Providence Marianwood
Skilled Nursing & Rehab
A caring difference you can feel.
3725 Providence Point Dr SE
425.391.2800 • www.Providence.org
ORTHODONTISTS
Christian P. Manley, DDS, MS
Specialist in Orthodontics
710 NW Juniper St • Issaquah
22731 SE 29th • Sammamish
425.392.7533
PAINT/WALLPAPER
Bellevue Paint & Decorating
Featuring Benjamin Moore Paints
Bellevue · 425.454.7509
Sammamish · 425.836.5484
PET SUPPLIES
Civilized Nature
Promoting Vitality and Harmony
Through Personalized Pet Care
608 228th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA 98074
425.868.3737 • www.CivilizedNature.com
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Balance Physical Therapy Inc.
Restore strength and balance to your body
730 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite C-108
425.391.6794
Peak Sports and Spine Physical Therapy
Issaquah 425.391.9211
Sammamish 425.391.2427
Bellevue 425.653.7100
PLUMBING
Schuerman Plumbing in Issaquah
Family owned and operated since 1979
Repair · Faucet · Sink · Water Heater · Remodels
425.392.2850 Email: schuerman@comcast.net
PROPANE AND FUEL
The Grange Supply
Your propane & fuel headquarters
145 NE Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.392.6469 • www.grangesupply.com
REAL ESTATE RESIDENTIAL
Coldwell Banker Bain
1151 NW Sammamish Rd, Ste 103
Issaquah, WA 98029
425.391.5600 Ofc./ 425.961.5301 Fax
Susan H. Gerend, CRS, GRI, ASP
Windermere Real Estate/East, Inc.
Certified Residential Specialist
Connected to the Pulse of
Sammamish & Issaquah for over 30 years.
206.719.4663 · www.susangerend.com
Chris & Cris Nelson, Realtors
John L. Scott Real Estate/Bellevue Main
Direct: 425.765.7006
Smarter Real Estate Thinking
Patina Real Estate
Introducing People & Places
195 West Sunset Way, Issaquah
425.837.1200
Alicia R. Reid, Realtor
Coldwell Banker Bain, Redmond
Eastside Specialist,
Accredited Luxury Home Specialist
425.466.0203 · sold@aliciareid.com
Nancy Sinclair, Re/Max Metro – Eastside
Professional Service with a Personal Touch.
Living & working on Eastside over 25 years
206.353.2639 · nancysinclair@remax.net
RECREATION – YOUTH/ADULTS/SENIORS
Sammamish Family YMCA
4221 228th Avenue SE _ 425.391.4840
We build strong kids, strong families
& strong communities
REMODELING/HANDYMAN
Cole NW Construction
Kitchen & bath remodeling, additions,
painting, roofing, decks, closet systems,
home theater & handyman. Free estimates.
425.557.2950 _ www.colenw.com
Issaquah Glass, Inc.
Celebrating 44 years serving the Eastside!
30200 SE 79th St, Ste 130
Now Exit 22 off I-90
www.IssaquahGlass.com · 425.392.5333
Shirey Handyman Service
235 NE Juniper St, Issaquah
425.392.8301 · Fax 425.392.8302
Eliminate the List!
Showplace, Inc.
Remodeling • Design/Build • Interiors
8710 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA
425.885.1595
RESTAURANTS/BARS
Denny’s
Real Breakfasts 24/7
720 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.392.6025
Flying Pie Pizzeria
30 Front St S
425.391.2407
Fax 425.391.3799
Holiday Inn · Issaquah
1801 12th Ave NW, 98027
425.392.6421 ph/425.391.4650 fax
holiday@hiissaquah.com
www.HolidayInn.com/sea-issaquah
Issaquah Cafe
Your Family’s Favorite Comfort Foods!
1580 NW Gilman Blvd
Meadows Shopping Center (next to QFC)
425.391.9690
La Casita Mexican Restaurant
3076 Issaquah/Pine Lake Rd
www.LaCasita.ws · 425.391.5911
La Costa Mexican Restaurant
240 NW Gilman Blvd • 425.392.8980
Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant
480 228th Ave NE
www.RanchoGrande.ws · 425.898.7328
Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant
Good Friends • Great Food • Stellar Cellar
695 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.391.9097 • www.lombardisitalian.com
Lunch • Dinner • Private Dining Room • Family Friendly
Pogacha
NW Cuisine with an Adriatic Flair
120 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.392.5550
ricenroll – Kaiten sushi @ Issaquah Highland
Bringing Asian Flavor to you.
Open 11-9 pm Mon.-Sat.
1052 NE Park Drive Issaquah • 425.369.8445
Round Table Pizza
Carry Out, Dine In, Delivery, Banquet Facilities
730 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.391.7117 · www.roundtablepizza.com
Sun-Thurs 11am-10 pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
Thai Ginger
Authentic Thai Cuisine
Issaquah/Klahanie · 425.369.8233
Redmond Town Center · 425.558.4044
RETIREMENT LIVING
Bellewood Retirement Apartments
Retirement Living with Choices
3710 Providence Point Dr SE
425.391.2880
Merrill Gardens at Renton Center
“A One-of-a-Kind Retirement Community”
Voted Best of Renton 2009, 2010
425.235.6400
RV PARK
Issaquah Village RV Park
4 Star Rated. 60 full hookup sites. Clean, friendly atmosphere.
Reservations recommended · 425.392.9233
650 1st Ave NE, IssaquaH · 800.258.9233
www.home.earthlink.net/~issaquahrv/
SCHOOLS
Cougar Mountain Academy
For Children with High Expectations
Grades 1-5, Kindergarten & Pre-K
5410 194th Ave. SE · 425.641.2800
In the Beginning Preschool & Faith Mother’s Day Out
Our commitment is to the whole child:
academic, social and spiritual.
425.392.0123 x 3 • www.faithunited.org
Our Savior Lutheran Preschool
All faiths welcome. Ages 3, 4 & 5
425.392.1201 Ext. 4
director@oslissaquah.org
Sammamish Children’s School
Nurturing Children & Enriching Families
207 228th Ave SE, Sammamish 98074
425.313.9000
Sammamish Christian School & Noah’s Ark Preschool
Enriching Minds · Nurturing Hearts
Inspiring Souls · www.SCSNA.org
4221-B 228th Ave SE · 425.392.7470
Sammamish Hills Lutheran Preschool
Where kids love to learn & learn to love.
22818 SE 8th St
Sammamish 98074
kristine@shlc.org · www.shlc.org
Sammamish Spanish Preschool
We love to teach and we teach with love
22809 NE 25th Way Sammamish, 98074
425-836-0212 425-898-7831
SammamishSpanishPreschool@hotmail.com
St. Joseph School
Issaquah & Snoqualmie
Serving Preschool thru Grade 8
Nurturing Catholic Community
220 Mountain Park Blvd SW, Issaquah
425.313.9129 · www.sjsissaquah.org
SnoSprings School
Pre-K, K & 2nd Grade
Foundation Education
25237 SE Issaquah-Fall City Rd
425.392.1196 · www.snosprings.com
Sunnybrook Montessori School
Academic program · Experienced Teachers
14 mos-6 yrs · Low Ratios · Extended Care
1005 5th Ave NW, Issaquah · 425.392.4087
SPA
Sammamish Center Medical Spa
22840 NE 8th St, #103, Sammamish 98074
425.898.1228
Medical spa & day spa services
Please visit www.sammamishfacial.com
THEATRES
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N, Downtown Issaquah
Box Office · 425.392.2202
Box Office Hours · Tue-Sat 11am-7pm
TOWING
Clark’s Towing, LLC
Auto · Truck · Foreign · Domestic
Family owned & operated since 1965
6003 221st Pl SE · PO Box 2107
Issaquah 98027 · 425.392.6000
www.clarktow.com
TUTORING
Huntington Learning Center
Celebrating 33 years of Academic Success
1460 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah
425.391.0383
1915 140th Ave NE, Ste D3, Bellevue
425.643.8098
Kumon Math & Reading Center of Pine Lake
2850 228th Ave SE, Sammamish 98075
425.277.6106
WEDDINGS AND EVENTS
Pine Lake Community Club
Rent for Parties, Meetings,
Weddings & Receptions.
425.392.2313 · 425.392.4041
VETERINARY
Klahanie Center Veterinary Hospital
Quality Care with a Compassionate Touch
Veterinary Care • Boarding • Emergencies • Grooming
Pet Nutrition • Open Late 7 days a Week!
425.392.3110 • www.klahanievet.com
ZOO
Cougar Mountain Zoo
Threatened & Endangered Species
Unique Teaching Zoo
19525 SE 54th · Off Newport Way
425.391.5508
Deb Sogge named director of the Chamber of Commerce
September 17, 2008
Deb Sogge, new executive director of the Chamber of Commerce, talks with Stanley Gunno, a small business owner interested in joining the chamber at the Sammamish Farmers Market. Photo by J.B. Wogan
Perhaps the statistic that best explains why Deb Sogge has the first full-time position at the Chamber of Commerce is its increase in membership. As the membership director for the last three years, Sogge has seen membership more than quadruple from 60 to 250.
“She’s really been the driving force,” said Dawn Sanders, board president for the chamber. “She just really appreciates small businesses.”
Every Wednesday, Sogge is a smiling fixture in the chamber booth at the Sammamish Farmers Market, offering a handshake or a map to passersby.
Sogge joined the chamber in 2003 as a representative for a small Redmond business. Within a year, she was marketing for the chamber and then became the membership director in 2005.
Before becoming the executive director this fall, Sogge was already getting paid to work for the chamber. For the last two years, she received commission each time a member joined. But Read more
Business notes
September 17, 2008
Small businesspeople can save for healthcare
The U.S. Small Business Administration has developed a new Web site to help small business owners learn about Health Savings Accounts.
The accounts are tax-preferred and owned by an individual. They can be used to pay for current and future medical expenses, including deductibles, co-payments and other kinds of cost sharing. Visit www.hsa.gov.
Business seminar
The Sammamish Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a series of business seminars called “5 Essentials to Business Success” designed to help small business owners. Seminars are scheduled for 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays starting Oct. 8 at the chamber offices, 268 228th Ave. NE.
To register, visit www.sammamishchamber.org.
Member lunch
The Sammamish Chamber’s monthly membership luncheon is scheduled for 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 18 at Bake’s Place at Providence Point.
This month’s speaker is Scott Bradbury, CEO of Brandstream. His branding strategies helped drive Nike’s “Just Do It” campaign, and helped Starbucks re-make coffee.
To register, visit www.sammamishchamber.org.
Shop around in Sammamish
The Sammamish Chamber of Commerce maintains a new Web site in order to encourage more residents to frequent local business.
Check out www.shoparoundsammamish.com. With the site, residents can peruse local business and print out coupons to buy merchandise at a discount.
Bank insured?
The Washington Department of Financial Institutions has developed a guide to let residents find out what levels of insurance their banks have.
In general, deposits of up to $100,000 in most accounts in banks and credit unions, or up to $250,000 in Individual Retirement Accounts, are insured by the federal government. Individuals may be able to get insurance for more money through certain federal agencies.
For more information, visit www.dfi.wa.gov.
In-home substance abuse counseling
Evergreen Healthcare offers a new in-home substance abuse services program. The program includes assessment, diagnosis and development of a care plan for adults with disabilities and adults over age 60 who may have a substance abuse problem.
Referrals are accepted, but should be discussed with the person to receive the assessment before calling in. There is a sliding scale fee for those without insurance.
Call 206-923-6300 and ask for “intake” from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Wine and beer tastings on tap for a Sammamish grocer
September 10, 2008
Sammamish’s Safeway may soon feel a little like a boutique wine shop.
The state Liquor Control Board announced that the Safeway on 228th Avenue is one of 30 grocery stores it has randomly selected to participate in a new beer and wine Read more
Business brief
September 10, 2008
Chamber hires director
The Sammamish Chamber of Commerce has hired Deb Sogge to be its full-time executive director. This marks the first full-time employee for the chamber.
Sogge has been the membership director for three years. In that time, the membership rolls of the chamber have grown from 60 to 120 members, according to a statement released by the chamber.
Sogge, who has run a marketing business, has lived in Sammamish since 1984.
Business seminar
The Sammamish Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a series of business seminars called “5 Essentials to Business Success” designed to help small business owners.
Seminars are scheduled for 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays starting Oct. 8 at the chamber offices, 268 228th Ave. NE. To register, visit www.sammamishchamber.org.
Member lunch
The Sammamish Chamber’s monthly membership luncheon is scheduled for 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 18 at Bake’s Place at Providence Point.
This month’s speaker is Scott Bradbury, CEO of Brandstream. His branding strategies helped drive Nike’s “Just Do It” campaign, and helped Starbucks re-make coffee. To register, visit www.sammamishchamber.org.
Shop around in Sammamish
The Sammamish Chamber of Commerce maintains a Web site to encourage residents to frequent local businesses, peruse local business and print out coupons to buy merchandise at a discount. Check out www.shoparoundsammamish.com.
In-home substance abuse counseling
Evergreen Healthcare offers a new in-home substance abuse services program.
The program includes assessment, diagnosis and development of a care plan for your adults with disabilities and adults over age 60 who may have a substance abuse problem.
Referrals are accepted, but should be discussed with the person to receive the assessment before calling in.
There is a sliding scale fee for those without insurance.
Call 206-923-6300 and ask for “intake” from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Check out a contractor
Having some work done around the house?
The Washington Department of Labor and Industries keeps an online searchable database of contractors.
Residents can check that a contractor is licensed, bonded and insured. The department also maintains a listing of complaints filed against contractors. Visit
www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Contractors/HireCon/default.asp?WT.svl=QL.
Bank insured?
With the recent closure of the California-based bank, Indy-Mac, the Washington Department of Financial institutions has developed a guide to let residents find out what levels of insurance their banks have.
In general, deposits of up to $100,000 in most accounts in banks and credit unions, or up to $250,000 in
Individual Retirement Accounts, are insured by the federal government. Individuals may be able to get insurance for more money through certain federal agencies.
For more information, visit www.dfi.wa.gov.
Sammamish wedding venues profit in summer
August 26, 2008
Private clubs and public parks top the list of popular spots in the city
Megan and Tyler Snow have a toast at the Plateau Club.
When Karen and Mike Policar were planning their wedding reception, they wanted to pick a place where guests could stand outside, rain or shine, near the church where they held their ceremony. They also wanted on-site catering.
The Policars became one of 30 couples to book the Plateau Club for a wedding reception this year. Three-quarters of those weddings will take place from May to September. Last year the club hosted 20 weddings.
Sammamish couples do not have to look far to tie the knot. The city has several wedding venues that draw brides from around the region.
Price and value are some of the differentiating factors between venues, which draw in the majority of their profits in summer.
Couples pay a minimum of $2,500 to hold their weddings at the Read more
