SDOT will begin the second phase of work on the Holman Rd NW Paving Project today. Work in this phase will take place in Zone Two of the project, on […]
Month: May 2014
Ballard Boys & Girls Club to host Memorial Day basketball camp
Ballard Boys & Girls Club (1767 NW 64th St) will be hosting a Hoopaholics Basketball Camp on Memorial Day from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. The camp is open for boys and […]
City Council to hear public thoughts on micro-housing tonight
The Seattle City Council PLUS Committee is hosting an Open Forum this evening to discuss micro-housing legislation from 5:30 p.m. at Seattle City Council Chambers (Second floor, 600 4th Ave). […]
Crowds flock to Ballard for Syttende Mai celebrations
Ballard was exploding with excitement all day today in celebration of Norway’s 200th Constitution Day. Norwegian flags, locals in traditional costume and Viking Hats were in view as far as the […]
What’s on this weekend
Syttende Mai weekend has arrived and there is plenty to do in our ‘hood. Check out the list of events below: Friday, May 16: Our Lady of Fatima presents Willy […]
Ballard gears up for 125th anniversary of Syttende Mai celebrations
Ballard is getting set for one of the biggest celebrations of the year, Syttende Mai! This year’s celebrations will be extra special as 2014 marks the 125th anniversary of the festivities being held in […]
WA cellar releases “The Ballard Collection”
Our local QFC (5700 24th Ave NW) now stocks The Ballard Collection, a wine that features the history of our ‘hood. The label, pictured right, features a brief history of Ballard starting […]
Ballard Library to host free computer classes for local seniors
Ballard Library (5614 22nd Ave NW) is hosting a variety of free computer classes for local seniors during May and June. Check out the schedule below: Computer Basics 1 for Seniors […]
Ballard hosts commuter stations for Bike to Work Day
Hundreds of residents across the city will be participating in Bike to Work Day during today’s commute. For Ballardites who are keen to get in on the action there are multiple commuter […]
BHS filmmakers find success at film festivals across the country
Students from the Ballard High School Video Production program have continued their stellar year with successes at national and international film festivals. Two short films by BHS filmmakers were award winners […]
Development Update May 15: Subdivisions galore
Applications for developments in Ballard have been coming in fast this week to the Department of Planning and Development (DPD). Check out the most recent applications and decisions from the […]
Throwback Thursday: Syttende Mai in years gone by
We thought that this week’s Throwback Thursday post should take us back to the Syttende Mai celebrations of yesteryear. Celebrations have been held in Ballard since the late 1800’s and […]
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