The Ballard Senior Center held its first Rainbow Bingo night on Friday, April 1st, to support diversity in the Ballard community.
Hosted by Mama Moan Alot and sponsored by the Pride Foundation, Rainbow Bingo is not only inviting to the…MORE
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Abbondanza Pizzeria celebrates ten years in business
Sat, 04/02/11
Robert Esposito opened Abbondanza Pizzeria in the Morgan Street Junction at 6503 California Ave. s.w. ten years ago and the family is planning a celebration to thank their customers, but the gifts are for you.
They write:
"Dear…MORE
West Seattle Tool Library Tool of the Week: The Food Dehydrator
Sat, 04/02/11
By Christina Hahs
When most people think of the West Seattle Tool Library, they probably imagine shovels and saws. While we have all of those available for use, we also have a collection of kitchen tools that can help you preserve the…MORE
Zippy's Giant Burgers on track for the move to White Center
Fri, 04/01/11
Blaine Cook owner of Zippy’s Giant Burgers is hard at work at his new location at 9614 14th Ave s.w. in White Center prepping the kitchen, the walls, the floors and getting anxious about the impending move of his popular restaurant to larger…MORE
Master Gardeners celebrate their fifth season at the Ballard Farmers Market
Fri, 04/01/11
The Master Gardeners have been informing Ballardites on safe, sound and sustainable urban gardening projects for the last four years with weekly clinics at the Ballard Farmers market and will celebrate their fifth season on Sunday, May 1st.
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West Seattle High School alumnus worked with Lone Ranger, Tonto, now portrays George Washington
Fri, 04/01/11
Most West Seattle High School students spend their summers hanging around town. Some lucky teens go to Europe. Many go hiking or camping. Les White, however, went to Jackson Hole, Wyoming to act with the Lone Ranger and Tonto at age 15.
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Des Moines sea monster sightings-- Proof finally surfaces
Fri, 04/01/11
By Marion Yoshino
A local woman walking near the Des Moines Marina pier Monday evening was the first to capture photo evidence of the recent string of sightings of "Desi," the Des Moines sea serpent of legendary fame. Local fishermen have…MORE
Bushwick gives new meaning to book club
Fri, 04/01/11
By Samantha Getz, Intern Bushwick isn’t your average “read a novel and discuss over coffee” kind of book club. In fact, it’s more instruments and sheet music than it is reading glasses and Earl Grey tea. Yes, participants of the The Bushwick…MORE
Car Counselor: The Auto Industry - Part 2 – Where We Are
Thu, 03/31/11
This is the second in a three part series. I hope you enjoy it.
As the end of the 20th century neared, the automotive industry was in a period of rapid change. In 1996, and new standard for diagnostic information was enacted and called…MORE
Handcar Hijinx in the 1920's
Wed, 03/30/11
The viaduct over the railroad tracks near our ancient house in north Portland was only three blocks away and adjoined a dense forested acreage just a block away. It was a place for exploring just like Africa. That offered ample choices for…MORE
