By Almeera Anwar It’s been called “the most unique attraction” at the annual Seafoodfest and, for those who can stomach watching it, it definitely is worth it. This traditional Nordic […]
Author: Meghan Walker
SeafoodFest to bring thousands to Ballard this weekend
This weekend is Ballard’s famed annual SeafoodFest, which brings thousands of hungry mouths to the neighborhood for music and fishy delicacies galore. The event goes from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. […]
Reminder from Seattle Police about Golden Gardens rules
Because Golden Gardens is a hot spot for summer gatherings, North Precinct Sgt. Todd Kibbee from the Seattle Police Department wrote the following note about conduct at the beachfront park. […]
Free fries at Ivar’s today in honor of National French Fry Day
Today is National French Fry Day, so Ivar’s Seafood Bars will be celebrating by giving away free side orders of fries. To get the deal, you have to go to […]
Salmon dinner plus Norwegian folk dancers next month
A Norwegian folk dancing group will be performing at the Leif Erikson Hall next month, complete with a salmon dinner. On August 14, the dancing group Bjerkreimringen will take the […]
Ballard ArtWalk on Saturday night
This month’s Ballard ArtWalk will be a big one, as it coincides with the annual SeafoodFest in downtown Ballard. The walk starts at 6 p.m. and goes until 9 p.m., […]
Ballard retailers get head start on the weekend sidewalk sale
This weekend’s SeafoodFest will bring thousands to Ballard’s downtown, and retailers are getting ready for the weekend rush a bit early with sidewalk sales. La Tienda, Ballard Blossom, Sip & […]
Kirke Park construction nearly complete
The finishing touches are being put on Kirke Park (7028 9th Ave NW) as crews hydro-seed the lawns and ready the play area for the opening. Once the park is open, […]
Anthony Bourdain stops by Ballard’s Walrus and the Carpenter
Anthony Bourdain has been spotted filming his series “The Layover” all over Seattle eateries the last few days, including Ballard’s very own Walrus and Carpenter. One of readers, Bill Holmes, posed […]
Cat adoption event at Loyal Heights Community Center this weekend
If you’ve been thinking about adopting a feline friend, this is your golden opportunity: on Saturday, July 14, there will be a big cat adoption event at the Loyal Heights […]
Bastille to throw Bastille Day party
Saturday, July 14 is Bastille Day, and Ballard’s Bastille Cafe (5307 Ballard Ave) will be throwing a party in celebration, complete with their very own Marie Antoinette and baguettes. Bastille […]
Central Ballard Residents Association meeting tomorrow
Tomorrow, Thursday July 12, is the Central Ballard Residents Association meeting. This month, they’ll be talking about land use in Ballard. From the group: Ballard’s present was planned in the […]
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