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Mercer Island Library

Mercer Island Community Information

The city of Mercer Island, nestled on an island in Lake Washington between Seattle and Bellevue, holds its own character. It has been a popular residential community for many leading figures in business, banking, medicine and other industries since the 1950s. Mercer Island is known for its commitment to high quality education, and families comprise much of the Island population of 21,000. Islanders participate in politics, also keeping close watch on city and school issues.

Mercer Island's citizens and visitors enjoy the many parks on the island, and boating is, naturally, a popular pastime. Luther Burbank Park, named for the well know American horticulturist, is the scene for summer music concerts and plays.

Community Links (in alphabetical order)

Boys and Girls Club of Mercer Island
A place for kids and teens, presenting sports leagues, dances, after-school tutoring, and life-skills education.

City of Mercer Island
Llinks to the City’s webpage and includes links to the city council, departments, boards and commissions, projects, surveys, municipal code and more.

Emergency Info – King County Emergency Services
Ready for disaster, look here for emergency news, alerts, and resources.

The Mary Wayte Pool
The Olympic-sized pool, run by the Northwest Center Foundation, offers a variety of lessons, exercise and open swim times.

The Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce
For business and community information on the island.

Mercer Island Historical Society
The Mercer Island Historical Society was established in 1954. Its’ mission is to collect, preserve, research, record, and make available the heritage of Mercer Island.

Mercer Island Preschool Association
Founded in 1937, MIPA is a private non-profit organization of volunteers dedicated to enhancing the lives of children from newborn through kindergarten on Mercer Island and the community at large.

Mercer Island Reporter
The local newspaper, The Mercer Island Reporter, is published weekly. Back issues can be found at the Mercer Island Library.

The Mercer Island School District
This website can be searched by particular schools, or to learn what is happening on a District-wide level.

My Building Permit
Apply online for building permits on the island.

Stroum Jewish Community Center
The largest Jewish Community Center in the region, the SJCC provides athletic facilities, in addition to a variety of programs for all ages.

Youth Theatre Northwest
Afterschool drama programs and theatre for kids and teens.

 

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Last Updated: July 20, 2007