Free summer fitness series to start in late June at Ballard Commons Park
A free outdoor fitness series is kicking off later this month at Ballard Commons Park. Local fitness studio Praxis Yoga & HIIT is hosting a mix of yoga and high-intensity …
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Thai-inspired coffee shop and community hub coming to the neighborhood
A new café concept blending Thai coffee culture with community-building aims to open its doors in the neighborhood this fall. Nudibranch Coffee—a Thai-inspired café and gathering space—has launched a Kickstarter …
CANCELED: Water shutoff scheduled this weekend in Fremont as part of Route 40 corridor upgrades
Update 6/9: Seattle Public Utilities has chosen to cancel the June 9 water shutoff due to “proximity to critical community services, including medical facilities.” They say they’ll reschedule the water …
Ballard Farmers Market to host 3rd annual Pride Parade on June 8
Ballard’s weekly farmers market will take on added significance this Sunday, June 8, as it hosts its third annual Pride Parade and celebration. The parade is scheduled to begin at …
Ballard Bridge closure canceled this weekend—Leary Way Bridge will close instead
The previously scheduled Ballard Bridge closure for May 30 – June 2 has been canceled, so the bridge will remain open this weekend. The Ballard Bridge closures—happening over several weekends …
Fancy a coffee and a rave? Garden Club Cafe pop-up brings house music and caffeine to Ballard
There’s a new coffee pop-up in Ballard: It’s called Garden Club Cafe, bringing coffee and house music together this summer. Owner Emily Feinstein says at its core, the pop-up is …
Beaver spotted over the weekend at the Ballard Locks
A beaver was spotted on the sidewalks at the Ballard Locks last week. A reader named Sisir sent in the photo and video, saying they saw it while at the …
Ballard Bartell Drugs on 22nd Ave NW to close
The Ballard Bartell Drugs (5625 22nd Ave NW) is closing. A store employee confirmed the closure, but expressed that she didn’t know when. The news comes on the heels of …
Maritime Pacific Brewing founders George and Jane Hancock set sail into retirement
After 35 years at the helm of one of Seattle’s most iconic craft breweries, George and Jane Hancock—founders of Maritime Pacific Brewing—are retiring, marking the end of a legendary era …
H Mart to open Ballard store on June 5
H Mart will open its new store in Ballard in early June. H Mart is an Asian grocery store chain taking over the former New Seasons location at 951 NW …
Former Firestone covered in new murals
Over the weekend, a community art project transformed the former Firestone Tire in Ballard. On Saturday, a group of artists and community members descended on the former mechanic shop for …
Scenes from the 17th of May Parade in Ballard
Saturday was the annual 17th of May Parade in Ballard. Rain didn’t keep the crowds away—thousands lined the streets for the parade. If you missed it, here’s a video of …