Even as you read this column there may be people you know spending their Saturday inside recording stories. Over the last two years a group of volunteers through the Nordic Heritage Museum have interviewed over 150 people about their experiences…MORE
Ballard - Features
Moving Planet Seattle: Ballardites find alternative ways to travel to the Sept 24 gathering
Mon, 09/12/11
On Saturday September 24, people all around the world are joining together for 350.org's Moving Planet, a worldwide rally to demand solutions to the climate crisis.
In Seattle, 350 Washington State, Sierra Club, Cascade Bicycle Club,…MORE
Groundswell recognizes Kirke Park as their "Park of the Month"
Wed, 09/07/11
In celebration of Ballard's green spaces, Groundswell NW features and celebrates a "Park of the Month" and the community around it. In September the spotlight is on Kirke Park. Located 9th NW between NW 70th and NW 73rd, Kirke Park is Ballard's…MORE
Moving Planet Seattle: Ballardites find alternative ways to travel to the Sept 24 gathering
Tue, 09/06/11
On Saturday September 24, people all around the world are joining together for 350.org's Moving Planet, a worldwide rally to demand solutions to the climate crisis.
In Seattle, 350 Washington State, Sierra Club, Cascade Bicycle Club,…MORE
You Are What You Eat: Save Some Summer by Freezing Herbs
Tue, 09/06/11
The green herbs of summer are here! I am throwing them into everything I make right now. Green herbs can add an aromatic layer to your recipes, which can take away the need to use salt as a flavor enhancer. Using less salt in your diet helps to…MORE
The Riding Reporter: Bikes, mud, obstacles and beer. Cyclocross season is here!
Fri, 09/02/11
Interviewee: Terry Buchanan Occupation: Project manager at a construction company. Race promoter. Riding style: Racing His ride: Seven Cycles titanium cyclocross bike. "The versatility of a cyclocross bike is what's so awesome and what makes it a…MORE
You Are What You Eat: Cool as a Cucumber
Sun, 08/28/11
Summer gardens and farmers markets are overflowing with cool, crisp cucumbers. This mild vegetable is perfect for serving in a wide variety of tasty ways that can replace salty snacks.
Snack foods and dips are frequent culprits that can…MORE
The Riding Reporter : A ride with a wounded soldier who's pedaling towards recovery
Sat, 08/27/11
Interviewee: Jeff Sinchak Occupation: Spokesperson for Wounded Warrior ProjectRiding style: Recreational His ride: Trek road bike
In 1984, Jeffery "Doc" Sinchak joined the Navy. He was only 17 years old and in search of adventure.…MORE
At Large in Ballard: We are exercising
Wed, 08/24/11
Neighborhood “Boot Camp” started in April when Aeron Hansen noticed other parents walking their kids to Adams Elementary School; then going their separate ways, often in work-out clothes. A group fitness instructor at Ballard Health Club who was…MORE
Dishing the Dirt: Herbs of Summer
Fri, 08/19/11
By Jeff and Eileen Bidwell
Imagine a sunny, rocky slope in Italy, Greece or Southern France in late summer. This is the ideal environment for many of the Mediterranean herbs that also flourish in our northwest gardens. While this may…MORE
