upcoming events
saturdaysBellevue Street-Safe Combat LessonsKoei Kan DojoWorkshop: Intro to Filipino Blending Hands
April 30 - $20 for drop-in
Ongoing Beginner Lessons:
Class Time: Saturday Evenings 6:30-8:30 PM
Tuition: Monthly Dues $80, no registration or testing fees.
After over 40 years of martial art experience, Sifu Akrish has developed a close-quarter combat system based on advanced scientific concepts for ages 16 and above. Beginners Welcome!
Realistic Combat Strategies Teach YOU Practical & Effective Self-Defense Skills.
Contact & Flow Drills Will Apply YOUR Knowledge From The Start.
Begin With Weapon Training To Accelerate YOUR Speed, Strength & Endurance. Self-Defense Training Will Increase YOUR Confidence, Health & Concentration With Any Circumstance.
The concepts taught within the Akrish Academy of Self-Defense can be understood and applied even after a few lessons. Yet...it is important for to emphasize that we believe for any person to develop effective self-defense skills time, dedication and a proper curriculum must be adhered to. A false sense of confidence must not be created through ranking or improper training.
"Only through the scientific breakdown of distance, timing and angles of attack can one begin to understand and gain skill in close quarter-combat. It takes practice to be precise, powerful and masterful in distance closing under stressful situations. It must become second nature." -Sifu David Akrish
may 18 - may 19Momacon - A conference for modern moms!Bellevue HiltonEnjoy 18 Minute Mini-Workshops on topics relevant to you!
Marketplace ⢠Massage ⢠Laughter ⢠Great Food ⢠Dynamic Keynote
Pedicures ⢠Fun ⢠Wine Tasting ⢠Comedy ⢠After Hours Party
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: In return, before and after shift access to all conference activities!
Contact: Amy Lang amy@mamacon.net
may 20Washington Wind Symphony presents: Hill SongsKirkland Performance CenterJoin us as the Washington Wind Symphony presents: Hill Songs! We'll take a look at the origins of music for this expressive ensemble as well as honor the future with the following selections:
Zion - Dan Welcher
Five Folk Songs for Soprano - Bernard Gilmore
Sheila Houlahan, soloist
Hill Song No. 2 - Percy Grainger
Ecstatic Waters - Steven Bryant
Percy Grainger's unique setting of Hill Song No. 2 was begun in 1901 and completed in 1907. Steven Bryant's epic Ecstatic Waters is a wonderfully listenable and expressive work written in 2008 which seamlessly incorporates electronic sounds. Dan Welcher's Zion is a beautiful homage to Zion National Park, and Gilmore's Five Folk Songs will feature Bellevue's own Sheila Houlahan!
We hope to see you there!
may 31Meet AMMA, Renowned Humanitarian & Spiritual Leader 2012 Free ProgramsHyatt Regency BellevueAmma which means mother, is famous for her unique ability to sit for as long as 22 hours to receive anyone who comes to her. She has traveled the world hugging people for 26 years and literally embraced more than 30 million people. The CBS TV Primetime Special, "In Godâs Name" profiled Amma as one the worldâs twelve most influential religious leaders. Amma says that she is trying to awaken the qualities of love and compassion, which she feels are essential for world peace and harmony.
2012 Pacific Northwest Programs include inspirational music, meditation, spiritual discourse, and personal blessings.
FREE PROGRAMS May 31, 10:00 am & 7:30 pm onwards Numbered Tokens for individual blessings are distributed one hour before programs begin, please arrive by 90 mintes prior for preferred seating
RETREAT with Amma June 1-3 pre-registration and payment is required.
may 31Meet AMMA, Mata Amritanandamayi Renowned Humanitarian & Spiritual LeaderHyatt Regency BellevueAmma which means mother, is famous for her unique ability to sit for as long as 22 hours to receive anyone who comes to her. She has traveled the world hugging people for 26 years and literally embraced more than 30 million people. The CBS TV Primetime Special, "In Godâs Name" profiled Amma as one the worldâs twelve most influential religious leaders. Amma says, "The need of the hour is to cultivate a society of good-hearted individuals." Amma 2012 Pacific Northwest Programs include inspirational music, meditation, spiritual discourse, and personal blessings.
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jun 3AMMA Devi Bhava - A Celebration Devoted to World PeaceHyatt Regency BellevueAmma which means mother, is famous for her unique ability to sit for as long as 22 hours to receive anyone who comes to her. She has traveled the world hugging people for 26 years and literally embraced more than 30 million people. The CBS TV Primetime Special, "In Godâs Name" profiled Amma as one the worldâs twelve most influential religious leaders.
DEVI BHAVA - A celebration devoted to world peace Program begins at 7:00 pm with a spiritual discourse (satsang) by Amma, followed by a puja (ceremony and meditation for peace), followed by unique time with Amma in the tradition of the Divine Mother. Darshan ("blessing") begins around 9:00pm and live music is played throughout the night while Amma gives darshan to every individual who comes to her. The program concludes the morning of June 4. Numbered Tokens for individual blessings are distributed one hour before programs begin, please arrive by 5 pm for preferred seating
tuesdays, wednesdaysUnfailing Love Dance ProductionKirkland Performance Center"Unfailing Love" is a dance production that shows the restoration process that victims of human trafficking go through once they have been rescued from their captivity. It is a challenging time in their lives as they experience nightmares, fear, anxiety and insecurity about their future including having normal relationships and marriage. But God is able to redeem and restore any person and situation no matter how impossible it may seem. He invites people to lay down their lives and co-labor with Him against injustice so that He can bring about the fullness of restoration in a person's life.
jul 28Go Dog, Go! Canine Festival & Dog WalkJuanita Beach ParkGo Dog, Go! Canine Festival & Dog Walk is a family fun event for all ages!
Bring Spot and join us in a celebration of man's best friend with a day full of games, contests, demos, and more! Enjoy live music and entertainment on the main stage. Festival exhibitors will display the latest in canine attire, safety gadgets, healthy food, canine clubs, and adoptable pets. Grab lunch for the family from one of our great food vendors!
Be sure to have cash in hand although festival admission is FREE, youll want to register for the Dog Walk ($20 per family), eat yummy food, and pick up a special treat or two for your little buddy!
Well behaved dogs, 6+ months old, on a short leash are welcome!