Calling all witches, firemen, princesses and superheroes

As if kids even need an excuse to dress up, we're throwing a Club favorite—Kids' Night Out: Costume Party! Whether they're getting one more wear out of their Halloween costume or wearing their "other favorite," kids will play, craft, dine and have a ball in high fashion while you have the opportunity to kick up your heels and relax! Take advantage of the $25 off dinner at Polaris that so conveniently comes with your child's Kids' Night Out registration (don't forget to make reservations at Polaris, too!) or snuggle up with your laptop and the Club's wifi in the Library. You and your kids will have a much-needed evening of relaxation designed just for you! Kids' Night Out: Costume Party, for ages 3-10, is Friday, Oct. 15 from 6-9 p.m.

Reservations:
Kids' Night Out: 688.3177
Polaris: 637.4608

Relax this Friday: We've got baby-sitting duties covered!

Attending the Club's sold-out Whiskey Dinner? Planning dinner and a fantastic bottle of wine in Cosmos? Don't worry about calling around for a sitter or asking grandma and grandpa to watch the kids for the night—the Bellevue Club has you covered.

This Friday, drop the kids off at Child Care (reservations required) or sign them up to have a fun-filled night at the Western Hoedown Kids' Night Out! Kids 3-10 will enjoy dinner, western-themed crafts and games, and then play in the indoor pool while you sip a Syrah and nosh on the latest creations from our team of chefs.

If your little ones do attend Kids' Night Out and you're planning a dinner in Polaris, make sure you get your certificate good for $25 off dinner for two! Reservations in Polaris and Kids' Night Out are required. If your kids aren't old enough for Kids' Night Out, don't worry—make reservations by Thursday in Polaris and with Child Care to take advantage of our Date Night Special. You'll receive two complimentary hours of child care for one or two kids!

Polaris: 637.4608 • Child Care: 637.4613 • Kids' Night Out: 688.3177

Fall Fashion Show features Piazza Sempione

After a brief hiatus, the Bellevue Club’s hot fashion show is back on Friday, Oct. 1, and it’s absolutely dripping with nouveau style. Benefiting local nonprofit All About Hope, this year’s theme—Project Greenlight—is all about fashion with a conscious.

This year’s show features the impeccable style of Piazza Sempione. Bringing fashion-forward elegance to every textile they touch, the famous Italian designers will be unveiling their latest line in the Bellevue Club’s brand-new Olympic Ballroom. Named after a street in the fashion district of Milan, Piazza Sempione designs garments in the richest tradition of Italian fashion and embodies beauty, elegance and empowerment to women.

Other featured designers and retailers include Francisco Hernandez of Built for Man, Barneys New York, Masha Osoianu Design, Turgeon-Raine Jewellers, Jimmy Choo shoes and more.
Attendees receive a swag bag with items contributed from each designer. Themed cocktails and hors d’oerves start at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person. Limited seats available. Tickets are available here or by calling 688.3194.

Don’t miss this year’s hottest Eastside fashion event!

Create a younger you!

Ever wonder how old you really are? Not the number of years since you were born, but how old your body is. The Bellevue Club's Wellness Specialist Jason Kennedy can assess your "whole person health" with the body age test, as seen on Oprah and CNN.

This 75-minute assessment includes your blood pressure, heart rate, BMI, an interactive flexibility test, an interactive strength test, a lifestyle assessment, a risk assessment and a body composition analysis. And for one day only, Bellevue Club members can get this entire assessment for $75! While the assessment usually costs $175, on Monday, Sept. 20 we're dropping the price.

Appointments are filling so quickly, we've extended the hours the test is available! To make an appointment and be on your way to creating a younger you, call 688.3177 or e-mail an Athletic Services Representative.

Ride like a girl

Join other area women this weekend for the third annual Cycle the WAVE event on Sunday. This non-competitive bike ride benefits the Eastside Domestic Violence Program.

Starting at Tibbetts Valley Park in Issaquah, participants will ride through Issaquah, Bellevue, South King County, Renton and Newcastle on one of three routes: the 25-mile Girly Girl, the 40-mile Middle Sister or the 62-mile metric century Burly Girl.

One-hundred percent of the profits benefit EDVP. Registration is open online through tomorrow, and day-of registration is available but not recommended. More information can be found on the Cycle the WAVE website.

Swim | Bike | Run in Kirkland this weekend

Get out your goggles, bike helmets and running shoes, the Kirkland triathlon is here once again. Since its debut in 2002, this event has been a popular late-summer race for triathletes of all ages.

There are three events for adults to choose from: the Spring Triathlon, the Tri-iT and the Duathlon. There is also a kids' triathlon for the triathletes 6- to 12-years-old.

More information and registration forms are available online, but this race does sell out, so act fast if you want to participate.

Join us in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Join Hotel Bellevue at the ninth-annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk held at Downtown Bellevue Park.

The walk, happening Sunday, Oct. 10, is one of many happening across the country to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society's fight against breast cancer.

There is no registration fee for the event and no minimum amount to raise. If you would like to join the Hotel Bellevue team, contact Heather London via e-mail or at 425.688.3207. For more information, visit the King County walk event page.

Skiing, basketball, music and more!

With the start of the school year comes the start of the Bellevue Club's fall lineup of classes and programs. We have something for the whole family, from your youngest member to your eldest. Whether your daughter wants to dance, your son wants to swim or all your kids want to climb, you'll find the perfect program in the 2010 Youth Activities Brochure.

Recreation and Tennis department session 1 classes start soon, so be sure to make your selections and sign up today!

Celebrate Bellevue neighborhood groups Sept. 11

Come with the family to a free event on Saturday, Sept. 11 at City Hall's front lawn. The community picnic is celebrating neighborhood groups that have organized donation drives or other projects to help those in need during the recession.

With live music and free burrito lunches from Chipotle for the first 500 guests, the entire family will have fun. There will also be a special kids zone and a volunteer resource fair. 

More information can be found on the city of Bellevue's website.

Classic cars and classic wines

Head to Kirkland on Sunday for a day full of beautiful cars—or visit select Woodinville wineries on Saturday for vintage cars and delectable wine.

The Kirkland Concours d'Elegance is happening at Carillion Point on Sept. 12. This family oriented event will have cars, motorcycles and vintage boats out on display. There will also be the esteemed "contest of elegance" with one award judged and presented by sixth- through ninth-graders in the Lake Washington School District. All profits from this event benefit the uncompensated children's care fund at Seattle Children's Hospital and Evergreen Hospital Medical Center.

For the adults in the group, head out on Sept. 11 between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. for wine tastings and vintage car viewings at more than 13 Woodinville-area wineries. Fifty percent of tasting fees and 5 percent of the day's sales will go to the uncompensated care fund at Seattle Children's Hospital and Evergreen Hospital Medical Center. In addition, each participant will receive one coupon good toward $5 off an adult general admission ticket to the Concours the next day.

For a full list of wineries participating and more information about both events, visit the Kirkland Concours website.

Check out the new KCLS library on Saturday!

Lake Hills is getting a new library, and everyone is invited to visit on Saturday, Sept. 11. A ribbon-cutting ceremony  will be followed by tours of the brand-new building, just down the street from the existing library at 15590 Lake Hills Blvd. Join community leaders, library staff and the builders for refreshments and music. Everything starts at 10 a.m.

It's time again for ... SCONES!

The Puyallup Fair is almost here! Starting Sept. 10, the fair is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) with fun for the entire family.

After you've eaten your fill of scones, corn dogs and elephant ears, head over to Toonzville where your kids can meet some of their favorite characters, see cows, horses, sheep and more at the animal exhibits, see how adventurous you are at the Midway or SillyVille rides, or take in a concert or two at one of the stages.

For a complete guide to the Puyallup Fair, visit their website.

Attention squash and racquetball players!

Did you know we have online squash and racquetball ladders? Ladders are a great way to play against a variety of players and continually challenge your game. Members can receive their invite by e-mailing us and indicating which ladder you'd like to join.

Spend time with your tot at the Club

Escape the rain and stuck-at-home blues this fall at the Bellevue Club! We have a lot to offer you and your toddler. Stop by and burn off some energy while having fun and learning. If a dip in the pool sounds refreshing, try Parent & Child Aquatics classes. If your toddler wants to jump, crawl and explore, try Toddler Open Play or Pre-P.E. For the musical child, Kindermusik is a fun program that includes singing, dancing, instruments and more! And brand-new this year, you and your little artist can create new masterpieces for the refrigerator in Mom & Me Art.

Join a class (or three!) and build new friendships, spend time with your tot and learn a lot! For these and even more classes for kids of all ages, explore the 2010 Youth Activities Newsletter online.