Redmond Patch Week in Review

Monday: We started the week off with a , a country-themed Redmond shop that goes all out for the holiday season. The winter wonderland includes 30 themed Christmas trees, among countless other seasonal decorations.

Tuesday: The Redmond City Council on property owned by Group Health Cooperative in the Overlake area. The mixed-use project calls for 10-12 apartment buildings and 1.4-million square feet of commercial space, and will also remove more than 1,000 trees from the property.

Wednesday: Volunteers to collect toys and other gifts that company employees had donated to Hopelink. The donations go to low-income parents who "shop" for their children's presents at Hopelink facilities around King County.

Thursday: Trying to stay out of the kitchen this Christmas? Our food and dining columnist has of Eastside restaurants that will be open on Sunday so you can celebrate the holiday stress-free.

Friday: Still have some last-minute shopping to get done this holiday season? If you're trying to stay local, that can help you find the gifts you're looking for right here in Redmond.

Saturday: Looking for a family-friendly way to get into the Christmas spirit? Don't miss —they're hanging out in nearby Kirkland most of the week. 

Sunday: We told you about a that's raising money for women farmers in Sudan. All of the Puget-Sound area Bill the Butcher shops are competing with one another to see which one can raise the most money.