The famous Hawk House is back this holiday season – with a compromise.
>> See a photo gallery of the Hawk House here
Anthony Mish ended his tradition in 2015, when the City of Kirkland told him he would have to get a special-events permit. Mish had 175,000 lights on his house and in his yard at 11217 NE 100th St. in Kirkland.
Mish had 175,000 lights on his house and in his yard at 11217 NE 100th St. in Kirkland. His Seahawk-themed display is called The Hawk House — the Seahawk logo is mounted high on the roof.
The lights change in time to music, original music Mish had specially created for his display. The spectacle is set to return this year with a schedule made by Mish and city leaders.
With a permit, they came up with this schedule from Nov. 23 to Jan. 1:
- Mondays/Tuesdays: Static lights, no music.
- Wednesdays/Thursdays/Sundays: 5 to 9 p.m. light display with music.
- Fridays/Saturdays: 5 to 10 p.m. light display with music.
- Dec. 24, 25, 26: 5 to 10 p.m. light display with music.
“We are working with the resident who creates the display to balance neighborhood impact and the public’s love for a holiday exhibition surrounding our local sports teams,” said Lynn Zwaagstra, director of Kirkland Parks and Community Services. “We hope the many people who drive by the show are respectful to the neighbors' property and keep in mind the street is home to families, many of whom have small children who will be trying to sleep.”
People with any concerns can visit the city's website here.
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