More repairs for intersection of 15th Ave NW and NW 85th St
On Saturday, June 9, paving crews from the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) will be out repairing pavement again at the intersection of 15th Ave NW and NW 85th St., …
Month: June 2012
Derelict ship to be dismantled in Ballard shipyard
The boat that caught fire and sank at Penn Cove has been hauled to a Ballard shipyard to be dismantled. It passed through the Ballard Locks today after being towed …
Open house at Tony’s Coffee ‘Lab’ on Friday
On Friday, June 8, Tony’s Coffee “Lab” (7001 NW 3rd Ave) is hosting an open house for neighbors, “to socialize and enjoy delicious beverages,” says David Yake from Tony’s. They’ve …
Icelandic sculptor featured at Nordic Heritage Museum and Westlake Park
Beginning today, the Nordic Heritage Museum and Westlake Park will be hosting exhibitions featuring Icelandic sculptor Steinunn Thórarinsdóttir. Her installation at Westlake Park includes 26 life-size androgynous human figure sculptures, …
BHS football fundraiser and upcoming summer camp
The Ballard High School football team is in the midst of a cookie dough fundraiser to help raise money for new gear and summer camp fees. Head Football Coach Thomas …
‘Ballardopoly’ still available for sale
The Ballard version of Monopoly, called “Ballardopoly,” is still available for sale at a few locations. Ballardopoly is the student-created board game, made by the DECA students at Ballard High …
Local Norwegian leader knighted
Kim Nesselquist, an important leader in the Norwegian community, was recently appointed to Knight, First Class to the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit, an award that recognizes foreign nationals and …
Ballard Artwalk seeks volunteers
The Ballard Artwalk is looking for some new volunteers. It happens the second Saturday of every month, and they’re looking for help with the following: Writing for the Ballard Artwalk …
Ballard Senior Center’s rummage sale this weekend
On Friday, June 8, and Saturday, June 9, the Ballard Senior Center (5429 32nd NW) will host their annual summer rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bea Castona, …
Webster Park’s 15th Anniversary this Saturday
On Saturday, June 9, Webster Park (3025 NW 68th St) will be celebrating its 15th year with an anniversary party from 1 to 4 p.m. The party will include the …
BHS cheer coach inducted into state hall of fame
Ballard High School’s Cheerleading Program Director and Head Coach, Nancy Ellen Elster, has been inducted into the Washington State Cheer Coaches Assocation’s (WSCCA) Hall of Fame. Photo courtesy BHS From …
Kirke Park to open soon
The long awaited opening of Kirke Park (updated info: Kirke Park is located at 7028 9th Ave NW)Â is just around the corner:Â Groundswell NW says the park will be opening in …