Michelle Tanaka

Also opens in Ballard

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Also – yes, that’s right, “Also” — is Ballard’s newest hidden gem tucked away on 22nd Avenue Northwest. From antique gardening tools and sumo figurines to modern Toy2R collectibles and letterpress cards, Also’s inventory does not fit into just one category. Also shares an iron-gate entrance with Fu Kun Wu, a cocktail and herbal apothecary …

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Kids bounce to exhaustion at Loyal Heights CC

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Last Thursday afternoon, children had an alternative to rain-soaked playgrounds and swing sets. Bounce Fest, an indoor bouncing special event, was held at Loyal Heights Community Center. Center coordinator Melissa Valenzuela said the purpose of Bounce Fest was to “get kids out of the house, get them running,” and as a bonus they “get to …

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