St Paul’s United Church to open 20-bed homeless shelter
St. Paul’s United Church (6512 12th Ave NW) will soon become an overnight shelter for homeless men and women in Ballard. The shelter, funded by SHARE, has been housed at Trinity …
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Iconic Ballard Bardahl motor oil company offers unique factory tour next month
If you’ve ever wondered what happens inside the iconic Bardahl headquarters in Ballard, you’re in luck: the motor oil company will be offering a unique factory tour next month, featuring …
Lucky Envelope celebrates Chinese New Year with Georgetown Brewing collaboration
The Chinese New Year is in a couple weeks, and Ballard brewery Lucky Envelope will host their annual celebration, complete with the release of collaboration beers and giveaways. The founders …
Poulet Galore to take over old Volterra space
The empty shell of the old Volterra restaurant space will soon be revitalized, as chef Josh Henderson plans to reincarnate his rotisserie-chicken spot Poulet Galore. Henderson’s Poulet Galore used to …
Ballard Locks maintenance will close large lock next week
Next week, the large lock at the Ballard Locks will close for two days while crews finish work on the emergency closure system. The US Army Corps of Engineers will …
Coyotes sample craft beer from Ballard resident’s front yard
There very well may be two drunk coyotes walking around Ballard today. Heather, a member of the My Ballard Facebook Group, wrote the following message to neighbors: “My Canadian guests …
Windy City Pie arrives on Phinney Ridge
Chicago-style pizza has come to Phinney Ridge, as Windy City Pie gets ready to open its doors in the former Phinney Market Pub and Eatery, which closed last summer. They haven’t …
Father and son recycling program evolves into Ridwell, subscription-based pick-up service
Almost exactly a year ago, we shared a story about a father and son duo that started a recycling pick-up service, called Owen’s List, for the neighborhoods around Ballard. Their …
Ballard Yards apartments on Market St in final review
The 171-unit apartment building proposed for 2417 NW Market St is up for a final review. As reported in the DJC, the building will be designed by VIA Architecture and …
Ballard residents and Ballard Food Bank offer help to furloughed workers
In the midst of the longest government shutdown in history (24 days, so far), the Ballard Food Bank is reminding furloughed workers that they can use their services. And, individual …
‘U-turn ok’ sign installed on 15th Ave NW at Market St
A sign popped up at 15th Ave NW and Market St late last year, reminding drivers that it’s okay to make a U-turn at the intersection. The “U-turn ok” sign …
The Sneakery to close after 13 years of business
The longstanding shoe store at 612 NW 65th St, The Sneakery, is closing down after 13 years. The news was first posted in the My Ballard Group by member Robert …