What’s on this weekend
The second weekend of January is packed with a bunch of different local events including the much anticipated Seahawks playoff game. If you want to add your event to the schedule, email us …
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Ballard Development Update: One subdivision application
It’s a quiet week for development plans in Ballard: just one subdivision application makes up today’s development update from the City of Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development (DPD) as posted in the …
All Cycles calls for local support during donation drive
All Cycles Outreach Project is looking for local support during their Winter donation drive. The Seattle based grassroots outreach projects works to bring menstrual supplies to folks in need. The …
Neighborhood Matching Fund to host free workshop for community groups
The application period for city-funded neighborhood projects is open until February 1. The Small and Simple Projects Fund is a $25,000 grant that goes to community-building projects and that are matched by …
Needles found near 58th St Greenway
My Ballard reader Angie emailed in to report that she had discovered a number of needles in a campsite along the far western portion of the 58th St Greenway in …
Extended lane closures start Jan. 18 on Route 99
Drivers and commuters are being asked to plan ahead for the construction work that will reduce both directions of State Route 99/Aurora Avenue North by one lane between the Aurora Bridge …
Ray’s celebrates season with Shellfest
Ray’s is celebrating shellfish season this month with Shellfest! Head to Ray’s Café to enjoy a variety of specially prepared shrimp, crab and oyster dishes, only available until January 31. “It’s the perfect time …
BHS Head Football Coach resigns after five seasons
On Monday morning, the BHS Football community gathered to hear the sad news of the resignation of Beaver Head Football Coach, Joey Thomas. “It’s time for me to move on to …
Ballard Elks to host arts and crafts sessions for kids
Ballard Elks (6411 Seaview Ave NW) will be hosting another of their monthly arts and crafts sessions for kids of all ages this Saturday, January 9, from 10 a.m. – …
The week in sports at BHS
Basketball, wrestling and gymnastics are on the agenda this week for the BHS Beavers. Home games include basketball today, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday, January 5 Boys Basketball JV: 5:45 p.m., Ballard …
Northwest Girlchoir now taking applications
Local girls who love to sing have the opportunity to join the Northwest Girlchoir this January. Spaces are still available for girls in Prep Choir (the non-auditioned choir for grades …
Local group demands action on public safety in Ballard
A local group is demanding the City to take action to end the growing public safety crisis in Ballard and surrounding neighborhoods. Safe Seattle, a group of neighbors, business owners, and …