Developer ‘open’ to new bowling alley
The developer that purchased the land under Sunset Bowl says says they’re “open” to considering adding a bowling alley in the new development, which is slated to begin construction next …
Month: March 2008
Late for the Interurban
One of my favorite things about the drive to work (from Ballard through Fremont) is checking out how the statue “Waiting for the Interurban” is decorated. Some people go over-the-top …
‘Freegan’ spotted at Ballard Blossom
Kim from Seattle Daily Photo snapped this shot behind Ballard Blossom. “Freegans are folks who try to live ‘off the grid’ of consumerism,” Kim explains. “They tour the discards behind …
There is no cheap gas in Ballard
As you know, gas prices are at record highs, so we decided to drive around Ballard to see if we could find the cheapest gas station. But truth be told, …
Fundraiser planned for Skillings
A gathering for Joseph Skillings, the Ballard teacher recovering from an attack at a Capitol Hill bus stop, will be held this Sunday afternoon. “Bring your checkbook to make a …
Ballard Bridge sculptures will return
In February of 2006, eight aluminum sculptures were removed from the Ballard Bridge after a fierce windstorm. One of the pieces of art was damaged, and the city worried that …
Boris Yeltsin missing in Ballard
Boris the cat, silly. “He has a rather odd cry and snorts when you scratch his face, and his hygiene is less than desirable,” reads the lost and found posting …
Interbay to become ‘urban village’
Over the weekend, we posted a blurb about the Whole Foods coming to Interbay. “Interbay is frankly hideous. Why that area can’t get its act together for beautification is beyond …
Fleet blessed at Fishermen’s Terminal
More than 200 people gathered at Fishermen’s Terminal for the annual Blessing of the Fleet, conducted by Ballard’s First Lutheran Church for the 80th straight year. The event marks the …
Construction beginning on new Whole Foods
We noticed some heavy equipment at work on 15th Ave. just south of the Interbay driving range, and that means one thing: Whole Foods is coming soon. The 60,000+ square …
Beautiful photo of Golden Gardens
Called “the Gold of Golden Gardens,” shot by pfly on Flickr… Check out a full-screen version of the photo here. Screensaver material.
Ballard company finalist for best small business
Gracewinds Perinatal Services, which offers a community-focused set of parenting services ranging from pre-childbirth through six months, is one of seven finalists for U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year.
“We just found out this morning, so it’s pretty exciting,” CEO Chris Wallace told My Ballard. Two weeks ago they were awarded the chamber’s Blue Ribbon Small Business Award from which the seven finalists were selected. The winner of the Small Business of the Year award will be announced April 17 at a banquet in Washington, D.C.
The recognition is the latest in a string of awards for the small business. “Last year we won the Small Business Administration award for Women in Small Business,” Wallace said. “We’ve won five awards in the last two years,” including the Seattle Mayor’s Small Business Award and the Homestreet Bank Great Business, Great Neighbor Award in 2006.