#kirkland — Public Fediverse posts

Something I wanted to put out that I've been forgetting. I ran into this problem again today so I remembered.

If you're a #Costco shopper and buy their bulk packs of house-brand ( #Kirkland ) AAA or AA cells/batteries, you may want to check any devices you've got them in.

I found that some I bought a few years ago have a really bad leak failure rate - something like half the AAAs in a pack, and maybe a third of a pack of AAs - all leaked after being used in low-drain devices like remote controls after just a year or two. It's not a case of them leaking after they're discharged or when they get too old - the terminal voltage on them is just fine, and their best-before date is still years from now -- there's just a manufacturing defect.

The AAAs in particular tend to spit out a lot of electrolyte from the negative terminal end, so it gets all over the spring contact and corrodes it. If you leave it long enough, you may find the remote stops working or becomes intermittent even with new batteries in it. You need to clean off the corrosion and possibly put a layer of solder on it to get a good contact again.

The bad AAAs I have are labelled "Best Installed by March 2030" and have what looks like a lot code of "1015673" on them. They're from the era when they had a gold and blue colour scheme, at least in Canada.

Anyway: open up remotes and other long-lived things and see if they're leaking.

#PSA #cell #battery #batteries #alkaline #AA #AAA #leak #corrosion

If you live on Seattle's Eastside, then you already know the signs and what to do.

#Seattle #Bellevure #Redmond #Kirkland #Traffic

#kirkland #fash #washingtonstate

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:4e2htgs6lcmsahh6oxast42p/post/3mqiccxe5p226

Hoped this one might get better with age, but alas it has not.

#kirkland 2025 Vintage Ale from #deschutesBrewery

Roasty with coffee and a bitter edge, hints of cocoa but mostly underwhelming. Not my favorite barrel-aged #stout

#itsAlwaysStoutSeason #barrelAged

CTA:

#seattle #kirkland

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:4e2htgs6lcmsahh6oxast42p/post/3mpyvmoq2nk2v

RELEASE: Greater Northshore and MEGAMAP Bike Maps version 2.1.4 - 3 July 2026

Multiple small changes, most of which improve access to north end light rail stations.

Full deets at the blog:

https://solarbird.net/blog/2026/07/04/maps-release-greater-northshore-bike-connector-megamap-2-1-4/

Maps download:

https://github.com/solarbirdy/NorthshoreBikeMap/

Previous permalinks continue to work.

If you like these maps, maybe hit my Patreon ( https://www.patreon.com/solarbird ) or @annathepiper has a Kofi ( https://ko-fi.com/annathepiper ).

Enjoy!

#BikeMap #maps #GreaterNorthshore #seattle #shoreline #redmond #lynnwood #LakeForestPark #Kenmore #Briar #Bothell #Woodinville #Juanita #Kirkland #RatCity #Glendale #Lakeridge #BrynMawr #tukwila #WhiteCenter #TopHat #newcastle

RELEASE: Greater Northshore and MEGAMAP Bike Maps version 2.1.3 - 12 June 2026

This is part two of the big north end update that dropped last week, now that the lagging projects are OPEN!

Full deets at the blog:

https://solarbird.net/blog/2026/06/12/maps-release-greater-northshore-bike-connector-megamap-2-1-3/

Maps download:

https://github.com/solarbirdy/NorthshoreBikeMap/

Previous permalinks continue to work.

If you like these maps, maybe hit my Patreon ( https://www.patreon.com/solarbird ) or @annathepiper has a Kofi ( https://ko-fi.com/annathepiper ).

Enjoy!

#BikeMap #maps #GreaterNorthshore #seattle #shoreline #redmond #lynnwood #LakeForestPark #Kenmore #Briar #Bothell #Woodinville #Juanita #Kirkland #RatCity #Glendale #Lakeridge #BrynMawr #tukwila #WhiteCenter #TopHat #newcastle

RELEASE: Greater Northshore and MEGAMAP Bike Maps version 2.1.2 - 5 June 2026

This is a pretty big north end update! Lots going on. Full deets at the blog:

https://solarbird.net/blog/2026/06/05/maps-release-greater-northshore-bike-connector-megamap-2-1-2/

Maps download:

https://github.com/solarbirdy/NorthshoreBikeMap/

Previous permalinks continue to work.

If you like these maps, maybe hit my Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/solarbird

Enjoy!

#BikeMap #maps #GreaterNorthshore #seattle #shoreline #redmond #lynnwood #LakeForestPark #Kenmore #Briar #Bothell #Woodinville #Juanita #Kirkland #RatCity #Glendale #Lakeridge #BrynMawr #tukwila #WhiteCenter #TopHat #newcastle

Sip & Savor: Run or Wine, Rosé Revival, and Bite of Greece | Eat + Drink

Run or Wine  On May 24, Woodinville is hosting the spring edition of Run or Wine, a 5K or 10K run…
#dining #cooking #diet #food #GreekWine #MediterraneanWine #biteofgreece #capitolhill #churchoftheassumption #events #Greekwine #Kirkland #LakeWashington #runorwine #seattle #sip&savor #thewoodmarkhotel #Wine #Woodinville
https://www.diningandcooking.com/2652270/sip-savor-run-or-wine-rose-revival-and-bite-of-greece-eat-drink/

RELEASE: Greater Northshore and MEGAMAP Bike Maps version 2.1.1 - 15 May 2026

This is a minor update unless you're in Newcastle and want their new bike lane extensions, or want the Broad Street / Space Needle to 4th Ave route on your map, in which case you definitely want this.

Full deets at the blog:

https://solarbird.net/blog/2026/05/16/maps-release-greater-northshore-bike-connector-megamap-2-1-1/

Maps download:

https://github.com/solarbirdy/NorthshoreBikeMap/

Previous permalinks continue to work.

If you like these maps, maybe hit my Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/solarbird

Enjoy!

#BikeMap #maps #GreaterNorthshore #seattle #shoreline #redmond #lynnwood #LakeForestPark #Kenmore #Briar #Bothell #Woodinville #Juanita #Kirkland #RatCity #Glendale #Lakeridge #BrynMawr #tukwila #WhiteCenter #TopHat #newcastle

A bit of good news: the long-awaited direct crossing of Slater Avenue on the Cross-Kirkland-Connection/Eastrail Trail is finally open. No more biking down to the corner to cross, the CKC/Eastrail Trail has its _own_ signalled crossing.

A lot of people would just cross there anyway, of course, but it's MUCH better to have a proper bike signal setup there.

#biking #seattle #kirkland #BikeTooter

RELEASE: Greater Northshore and MEGAMAP Bike Maps version 2.1 - 17 April 2026

This is a massive update if you're in south Seattle or nearby environs. Welcome to coverage WHITE CENTER/TOP HAT, GLENDALE, BOULEVARD PARK, SOUTHERN HEIGHTS, LAKERIDGE, BRYN MAWR, and northernmost TUKWILA.

As always, check the blog post for the deets:

https://solarbird.net/blog/2026/02/13/maps-release-greater-northshore-bike-connector-megamap-2-0-8/

Maps download:

https://github.com/solarbirdy/NorthshoreBikeMap/

Previous permalinks continue to work.

If you like these maps, maybe hit my Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/solarbird

Enjoy!

#BikeMap #maps #GreaterNorthshore #seattle #shoreline #redmond #lynnwood #LakeForestPark #Kenmore #Briar #Bothell #Woodinville #Juanita #Kirkland #RatCity #Glendale #Lakeridge #BrynMawr #tukwila #WhiteCenter #TopHat

Apparently #SoundTransit is attempting to cut stations, such as west #seattle , ballard, #issaquah , and #kirkland , from the new ST3 project due to running out of funding. Unforchies it doesnt look like Microsoft is going to foot the bill this time like with the 2 line.

Article below goes into detail, petition below demands that W.Seattle and Ballard stations be re-instated. Haven't seen any other info so far but if anyone knows anything else feel free to add on to the post

https://www.kuow.org/stories/st3-cannot-be-delivered-on-time-so-sound-transit-is-considering-light-rail-cuts

https://actionnetwork.org/letters/save-st3

#Kirkland #NoKings

https://weebeers.com/2026/03/18/pacific-northwest-winter25-craft-beer Pacific Northwest Winter Craft Beer of 2025/26 There is nothing quite like the Pacific Northwest anywhere else in the world. This winter (Dec - Feb) we spent time in Seattle, Redmond, Kirkland, Marysville, Tacoma, and Bellingham; enjoying everything the Pacific Northwest craft beer scene could pour for us. Because the best adventures aren’t foun #beer #bellingham #craftbeer #drink #kirkland #marysville #redmond #seattle #…

Hello, The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for portions of northwest Washington, including all of King County, that will be in effect Wednesday afternoon through Friday afternoon. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall and heavy snow levels/snowmelt runoff may be possible, resulting in the flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Residents of flood-prone areas, or who transit these areas, should monitor forecasts, prepare for further Flood Warnings, and prepare to take action should flooding develop.

Thank you, Kevin Lowery

#Flood #Flooding #KingCounty #Seattle #Bellevue #Kirkland #Woodinville #Kenmore #Bothell #Shoreline #LakeForestPark #Washington

Right now, #Mackey #Robertson with Shaham and himself #Kirkland and #Bernstein from St. Louis https://www.worldconcerthall.com/en/schedule/mackey_robertson_with_shaham_and_himself_kirkland_and_bernstein_from_st_louis/91109/ #wch

In 20 minutes, #Mackey #Robertson with Shaham and himself #Kirkland and #Bernstein from St. Louis https://www.worldconcerthall.com/en/schedule/mackey_robertson_with_shaham_and_himself_kirkland_and_bernstein_from_st_louis/91109/ #wch

Today,# Mackey #Robertson with Shaham and himself #Kirkland and #Bernstein from St. Louis https://www.worldconcerthall.com/en/schedule/mackey_robertson_with_shaham_and_himself_kirkland_and_bernstein_from_st_louis/91109/ #wch

Kirkland, Québec's :flagqc: blue-collar workers will be on strike this Wednesday and Thursday

https://montreal.citynews.ca/2026/03/02/kirkland-blue-collar-workers-strike/
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Les cols bleus de Kirkland, Québec :flagqc: seront en grève ce mercredi et jeudi

https://www.lapresse.ca/actualites/grand-montreal/2026-03-02/les-services-essentiels-maintenus/les-cols-bleus-de-kirkland-en-greve-pour-deux-jours.php

#Kirkland #Montréal

City of Kirkland are announcing that they're expecting the long Cross-Kirkland-Connector/Eastrail closure in southern Kirkland to end "as soon as" February 27th, which basically confirmed what they were saying before:

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAKING/bulletins/409bcb8

#biking #BikeTooter #kirkland #seattle #CrossKirlandConnector

Okay, there. This'll be in 2.0.9.

#maps #GreaterNorthshore #megamap #kirkland #BikeMap #BikeTooter

RELEASE: Greater Northshore and MEGAMAP Bike Maps version 2.0.8 - 14 February 2026

This release is basically about construction updates and temporary closures, the most important being Burke-Gilman in Kenmore (with detour) for five days staring February 16th.

As always, check the blog post for the deets:

https://solarbird.net/blog/2026/02/13/maps-release-greater-northshore-bike-connector-megamap-2-0-8/

Maps download:

https://github.com/solarbirdy/NorthshoreBikeMap/

Previous permalinks continue to work.

If you like these maps, maybe hit my Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/solarbird

Enjoy!

#BikeMap #maps #GreaterNorthshore #seattle #shoreline #redmond #lynnwood #LakeForestPark #Kenmore #Briar #Bothell #Woodinville #Edmonds #Maltby #SnohomishCounty #MountlakeTerrace #Juanita #Kirkland

There's finally an update on the Cross-Kirkland Connector closure-and-detour due to emergency sewer line work.

They're hoping to be done with the sewer reroute in February, with the possibility of re-opening that section of the CKC by the end of the month.

#biking #seattle #kirkland #CKC #CrossKirlandConnector #biking #BikeTooter

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Be advised you may want to seek legal advice and/or consult your local law enforcement agency before you refuse service to ICE.

#Kirkland #WashingtonState #ICE