Kirkland is best known for waterfront parks, art galleries and little league world series. In addition to upscale art galleries, Kirkland corporate apartment residents will find there's a cluster of stylish furniture shops, decorative arts stores, one-of-a-kind clothing boutiques, and several beauty salons and spas. Go treasure hunting for colorful local fare and find locally grown gourmet and heirloom produce at Kirkland's seasonal farmers market. A number of designer clothing and furniture consignment stores, plus favorite brand retailers, round out Kirkland's uncommon offerings. Marina Park’s open-air pavilion hosts summer concerts, kids entertainment, dance nights and special events, which Kirkland corporate apartment residentsare sure to enjoy. Summer weekends bring out classic car lovers and urban bikers. And just try to keep up with the Volkssporters, whose national association (American Volkssports Association) voted Kirkland one of the best walking routes in the country. Kirkland's arts scene is sophisticated and international, but also quirky and homegrown. Fine arts galleries bring major exhibitions to town and feature prominent artists. The Kirkland Performance Center brings in name acts and performers. Yet anyone may take a painting or pottery class at the Kirkland Arts Center. Visitors to the Kirkland neighborhood are within close proximity to Amaze Entertainment, Bungie Studios (developer of Halo video games), Clearwire and NW branch of Google. Kirkland corporate apartment residents will find this area is easy to get around with major streets, easy access to I-405 and I-520.