This Wednesday, Dec. 11 is the final Ballard District Council meeting of the year, featuring a presentation from the new Seattle Police Community Service Officer program, incoming District 6 Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss, and free holiday cookies. They’ll also be accepting clothing donations (men’s and women’s pants, socks, and underwear) to support the Bridge […]
Metro water taxi could expand to Ballard
King County is looking at expanding water taxi service to Ballard, and are asking for feedback to gauge interest. Currently, the passenger-only water taxi operates only from downtown Seattle to West Seattle and Vashon Island. Now, through a budget proviso, the King County Council has asked Metro to outline a plan for potential service to […]
29-year-old man dies in motorcycle crash
On Friday afternoon, a 29-year-old man lost his life when his motorcycle crashed on the 6000 block of Seaview Ave N, close to the sharp curve where it passes over the railroad tracks. The accident happened just after 2pm on Friday. First responders performed CPR, but the man died at the scene, according to Seattle […]
West Marine now open in Ballard Blocks 2
West Marine has become the latest business to open up in the new Ballard Blocks 2. The new location is 24,000 square feet, taking over two stories of the new development just next to the Ballard Bridge. The new flagship store has a little bit of everything and is twice the size of their old […]
Massage Envy Ballard to close its doors today
The Massage Envy near the corner of Market St and 15th will be closing for good at 3pm today. According to an employee, the owners chose not to renew their lease at 1500 NW Market St, and the Ballard therapists will be moving over to the Queen Anne location. Massage Envy is the second business […]
Ballard Holiday Fest at Bergen Place Park tomorrow
Saturday, Dec. 7, Bergen Place Park will turn into winter wonderland, with Santa, hot chocolate, and live music. The Ballard Holiday Fest is completely free, happening from 2pm to 5pm at Bergen Place (5420 22nd Ave NW). Photos with Santa will be from 2pm to 4pm, followed by the Christmas Tree lighting and sing-along at […]
Ballard Elks Holiday Market is this weekend
There’s another holiday craft market coming up this week, happening Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Ballard Elks Lodge. Over 30 local vendors will be selling their crafts, with handmade cards, vintage clothing, vegan soaps, cyclist gifts, truffles and sweets, jewelry, art, pet gifts, pop-culture festive gifts and more, according to the organizers. The event is […]
4-story apartment planned for NW 56th St
Another mini-apartment block is being planned to replace a small house at 1145 NW 56th St. According to the plans, the house, built in 1945, would become home to a 4-story apartment building with 25 small efficiency dwelling units (SEDU’s) and three apartments (28 total units). No parking is proposed in the plans. SDCI will […]
Bramling Cross and Marine Hardware to close Jan. 1
Renowned Seattle chef and restaurateur Ethan Stowell is shaking things up in 2020, starting with closing his two of his Ballard establishments, Bramling Cross and Marine Hardware. Eater Seattle reports that both Ballard Ave restaurants will have their closing night on New Year’s Eve, and will become event spaces in the new year. Bramling Cross […]
Open house next week to learn more about Ship Canal Water Quality Project
Next Wednesday, Seattle Public Utilities will host a drop-in session at the Ballard Library to provide information about the project to improve water quality in the Ship Canal and Lake Union. The Ship Canal Water Quality Project will build a 2.7-mile, 18-foot-wide tunnel between Wallingford and Ballard that will capture and temporarily hold more than 29 […]
Crown Hill Holiday Market is Thursday
This Thursday, Dec. 5th, is the annual Crown Hill Holiday Market. The local market will feature handmade gifts from over 30 neighborhood makers and artisans — plus live music and free wine. The market will be held at the Crown Hill Center (9250 14th Ave NW) from 4pm to 8pm on Thursday.
Monster: Art, Clothing & Gifts is moving to Market St
After over a decade on Ballard Ave, local gift store Monster: Art, Clothing & Gifts is moving to a new location on Market St. Monster owner Rosalie Gale says the main reason for the move is because she wasn’t able to negotiate a favorable lease renewal at their current location on the corner of 20th […]
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