The Norwegian Ladies Chorus of Seattle is holding their annual Fishcake & Meatball Dinner this Sunday, March 4, at the Leif Erikson Lodge.
This annual fundraiser benefits the Norwegian Ladies Chorus' Music Scholarship Fund, which over…MORE
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Community leaders respond to increase in violent crimes
Mon, 02/27/12
Today Mayor Mike McGinn and Councilmember Bruce Harrell were joined by community leaders and the Seattle Police Department to respond to recent incidents of violent crime in Seattle. The mayor detailed the recent launch of new violence prevention…MORE
On the BLOG: Full-beards to mysterious staches, facial hair supports local charity
Mon, 02/27/12
From the BLOG:
By Christy Wolyniak, Contributor
Bearded folk in Seattle found a new purpose for their facial hair this past weekend. Barefaced individuals were welcome, though they were handed a stick-on stache upon entry to Blue C…MORE
Ballard Bridge closures start today
Mon, 02/27/12
UPDATE:
The closure of the northbound lane of the Ballard Bridge will begin tonight at 8 p.m. until 2 p.m. tomorrow, and through the week the same.
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The contractor painting the Ballard Bridge for the Seattle…MORE
The Quilting Loft opens in new location
Fri, 02/24/12
On Friday, February 24, Angie Andreson, owner of The Quilting Loft, welcomed customers to her brand new shop on 2622 NW Market Street.
A small celebration was held for the opening of the new location, just across the street from The…MORE
Find the best bargains in Ballard at the Ballard NW Senior Senior's rummage sale
Thu, 02/23/12
It's rummage sale time again at the Ballard NW Senior Center.
Voted the Best Bargain in Ballard, the two-day sale features a great selection of gently used and antique items including household items, furniture, clothing, jewelry, games,…MORE
Cannon fire to mark Fort Lawton closure
Thu, 02/23/12
The U.S. Army will be firing cannons on Friday, Feb 24, and Saturday, Feb 25, in Discovery Park as part of the closing ceremony of Fort Lawton.
Fort Lawton officially closed in September, 2011 when the last U.S. Army Reserve tenant on the…MORE
Dozens of Ballardites named to Dean's List at the University of Washington
Thu, 02/23/12
Students from the Ballard area have been named to the Dean's List at the University of Washington for the past Autumn Quarter.
To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must have completed at least 12 graded credits and have a grade point…MORE
Dozens rally and pray for a free Tibet on the Tibetan New Year
Thu, 02/23/12
Wednesday, February 22, was Losar, the Tibetan New Year, and dozens of people gathered at the Sakya Monastery in Greenwood for a Free Tibet march and rally.
The march went from the monastery to Westlake Park via 15th Avenue and the…MORE
McGinn's 2012 State of the City Address focused on economic recovery
Wed, 02/22/12
Mayor Mike McGinn delivered his third State of the City Address in City Council Chambers on February 21 as is mandated by the City Charter. The 2012 State of the City Address focused on Seattle's economic recovery from the longest, deepest…MORE
