Coming up, Thursday through Sunday, November 24 – 27, the holidays will get off to a fast-moving start with the Seattle Turkey Trot, followed by Macy’s Holiday Parade and the Westlake Tree Lighting Ceremony and several marathons, including the…MORE
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Chef Tiberio Simone uses the human body as his canvas
Wed, 11/23/11
By Jana Jack, UW News Lab
Crown Hill resident Chef Tierio Simone designs masterpieces on the naked human body with fresh edible ingredients, trying to expose America to the difference between sensuality and sexuality.
“We need to…MORE
Have an extra coat in your closet? Help someone in need this winter
Wed, 11/23/11
Heroes for the Homeless is joining forces with Other Coast Café to collect new or gently used outerwear for the most vulnerable members of our community.
"On any given night in King County, hundreds of people are homeless on the streets or…MORE
At Large in Ballard: Tie Down Your Lines
Tue, 11/22/11
No one died during the construction of the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. That was also a goal for a recent media tour during the annual two-week closure of the big lock chamber. Not only did the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) want all the…MORE
Taproot celebrates the holiday season with Beasley’s Christmas Party
Tue, 11/22/11
Taproot Theatre is getting into the festive spirit with their rendition of Beasley’s Christmas Party, running from November 25 to December 30.
“Brimming with hope and heart, this holiday tale will charm your whole family with its…MORE
Guide to socially responsible, sustainable, and local holiday shopping
Tue, 11/22/11
To help Ballard businesses and the environment, Orna Locker from Sustainable Ballard has come up with a list of gift ideas that support our local shops and are kind to Mother Earth.
"You don't have to compromise your values to shop for…MORE
Elephant predicts Cougars will win Apple Cup
Tue, 11/22/11
On Tuesday morning, Nov 22, Chai, the Asian elephant at the Woodland Park Zoo, predicted that the WSU Cougars will win the Apple Cup.
Chai was given the choice between a pile of Husky or Cougar treats and with disappointment Husky fans…MORE
Neighborhood Service Centers to close for Thanksgiving weekend
Mon, 11/21/11
Seattle’s Neighborhood Service Centers will close for the Thanksgiving holidays beginning Thursday, November 24. They will reopen on Monday, November 28. The six Centers are located in Ballard, Delridge, Southeast, University, Central, and Lake…MORE
Blitzer, Dasher and friends visit Swanson's Nursery
Mon, 11/21/11
Swanson’s Nursery is once again home to reindeer Blitzer and Dasher, who will be staying at the nursery until Christmas Eve.
This is the nursery’s ninth annual Reindeer Festival and each year they attract hundreds of kids.
There…MORE
Run for fun and food at the fifth annual Turkey Trot
Mon, 11/21/11
The fifth annual Seattle Turkey Trot is coming up this Thanksgiving Day. What better way than to kick of Thanksgiving with this fun, family-friendly event to benefit the Ballard Food Bank?
The fifth annual Seattle Turkey Trot is a 5K fun-…MORE
