Kirkland is home to some fine restaurants, booming businesses and sensational schools. There are also many great spots in Kirkland to take a date, get your hair or nails done, clothes dry-cleaned and other activities.

We would like you to share your favorite spots with us as the Reporter launches its 4th annual “Best of Kirkland 2013” contest! Complete your entry at www.KirklandReporter.com/contests by clicking on the “Best of Kirkland” link.

You may also mail/bring your completed entry in today’s print issue to the Kirkland Reporter: 11630 Slater Ave. N.E., Suite 8/9, Kirkland, WA, 98034.

The purpose of the contest is to salute entrepreneurs, officials and organizations that help make Kirkland the Northwest gem that it is.

Participants may nominate their favorites in nearly 50 categories, including best service, shopping, food, living and most unique business.

All completed ballots will be entered into a drawing and the winner will receive a $100 Fred Meyer gift card, courtesy of Kirkland Fred Meyer.

Nominees must be a business of Kirkland to be eligible. Also, please be sure to fill as many categories as possible as entries must be at least 50 percent complete to be counted.

So start thinking about the best of the best in Kirkland and send us your ballots by 5 p.m. May 2!