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Fremont Library to close temporarily for air conditioning installation

07/14/2026 by Meghan Walker

The Fremont Library will temporarily close for nearly three months as crews install a new air conditioning and ventilation system. The Fremont Library (731 N 35th St) will close beginning …

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Dan Strauss pushes for more Ballard bus service ahead of Seattle Transit Measure vote

07/14/2026 by Meghan Walker

Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss is proposing two amendments that he says would improve bus service for Ballard, including prioritizing faster connections to downtown Seattle and light rail stations. The …

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Salmon Bay Park to host first community book exchange

07/14/2026 by Meghan Walker

Salmon Bay Park (2001 NW Canoe Place) will host its first community book exchange on Saturday, July 18, inviting neighbors to swap books and meet fellow readers. According to event …

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Ballard weekly events roundup: July 13-19

07/14/202607/13/2026 by Meghan Walker

Here’s your weekly events roundup for July 13-19 in Ballard. This week, plenty of crafty, foodie, and musical things are going on, with the biggest event being the Salmon Bay …

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Salmon Bay FC advances to National Finals after penalty shootout win

07/13/2026 by Meghan Walker

Salmon Bay FC is headed to the USL W League National Final after defeating Minnesota Aurora in a penalty shootout Sunday at Interbay Stadium. The semifinal ended 1-1 after extra …

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French bakery Petit Pierre to open in former Starbucks space

07/13/2026 by Meghan Walker

A French bakery with locations in Magnolia and Phinney Ridge is planning to open a new shop in Ballard, taking over the former Starbucks space at 2200 NW Market St. …

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Music, dancing, and lutefisk: A look back at Ballard Music & Seafoodfest

07/13/202607/13/2026 by Olivia Asmann

Music, dancing, and the mouth-watering smell of alder-smoked salmon filled downtown Ballard last weekend during the annual Ballard Music & Seafoodfest.  The free festival featured music, vendors, a beer and …

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Harbor seal and newborn pup spotted swimming at Shilshole Bay Marina

07/10/2026 by Meghan Walker

A newly born harbor seal pup was spotted swimming alongside its mother at Shilshole Bay Marina on Thursday, drawing a small crowd of onlookers. Ballard resident Carsin Grace told My …

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Fire damages Fremont home; no injuries reported

07/13/202607/10/2026 by Meghan Walker

Update: Seattle Fire says investigators ruled the fire accidental and that it was likely caused by a heat gun used to remove paint that unknowingly ignited dry insulation in the …

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Barn Owl Vintage A to Z opens today on Ballard Ave

07/10/2026 by Meghan Walker

Barn Owl Vintage Goods has opened a new Ballard location in the former Tactics store on Ballard Avenue. The shop, called Barn Owl Vintage A to Z, is located at …

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Construction to close railroad crossing near Shilshole Avenue

07/10/2026 by Meghan Walker

A section of the railroad crossing and adjacent walking areas near 5421 Shilshole Ave NW will close beginning next week as crews begin a new phase of construction for the …

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National Nordic Museum to host free World Cup watch party for Norway vs. England

07/09/202607/09/2026 by Meghan Walker

Update: The National Nordic Museum has announced that the event is sold out and has limited capacity. Original: Ballard’s National Nordic Museum (2655 NW Market St) will open its doors …

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