Week in sports at BHS

Monday, November 16 First day of basketball First day of wrestling First day of boys swim & dive Last day to join a non-cut winter sport is December 2nd Playoff update Girls swim and dive performed well at state with both freestyle relays: Claire Comiskey, Olivia Gabenak, Audrey McFarland, and Marguerite Devine-Mraz and Marguerite 500 …

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Development update: Monday, November 16

Five applications and one decision makes up today’s development update from the City of Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development (DPD) as posted in the Land Use Information Bulletin. Application: 5611 17TH AVE NW Land Use Application to allow a six-story congregate residence with 74 rooms. No parking is proposed. Existing structures to be demolished. 2037 NW …

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Parenting solutions workshop, this Sunday, November 15.

There is a positive parenting solutions this Sunday, put on by Sara Wetstone. She is a Certifiied Positive Discipline Trainer and holds an M.A in Applied Behavioral Science. She is also the creator of Get Sane Parenting Program. You can visit her website here. What: Stop Pulling Your Hair Out: 3 Hr. Retreat to Give You Immediate …

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Community input is wanted for Ballard play area renovation project, Sunday at Ballard Farmers Market

What: Community input for Ballard play area renovation project When: Sunday, November 15, 11:00am-1:00pm, during Ballard Farmers Market Where: Bergen Place, 5420 22nd Ave. NW The community is invited by Seattle Parks and Recreation to come to the Ballard Farmers Market this Sunday to provide input on two play area renovation projects. SPR’s landscape architect …

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What’s on this weekend

There are lots of local events to choose from this weekend. If you want to add your event to the schedule, email us at tips@myballard.com. Have a great weekend! FRIDAY, November 13: Corinthian Yacht Club Presents: The 3rdAnnual Fall Art Exhibit, 5:30-10:00 pm at Seattle’s Shilshole Marina 7755 Seaview Ave NW. $5 dinner options from new chef, …

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New food truck based out of Ballard: Anchor End Pretzel Shoppe

A new food truck, Anchor End Pretzel Shoppe has recently been opened by two Ballardites. It was started by 26-year old twin sisters, Amanda and Jessica. Their food is cooked and served out of their 1969 Shasta pull trailer. They craft all sandwiches around their homemade soft pretzels. They offer gluten free buns made from …

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Throwback Thursday: establishments of Ballard past

As it gets colder and darker out, residents of Ballard might find themselves retreating to inside activities; pool, darts, live music, beer, or just a warm beverage. Let’s take a look at some restaurants and bars of the past, that may still be around today!  Black and White photo of 22nd Ave NW and Market …

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Development Update Nov. 12, Four applications, Two decisions

Four applications and two decisions makes up today’s development update from the City of Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development (DPD) as posted in the Land Use Information Bulletin. Application: 2629 NW 63RD ST Land Use Application to subdivide one development site into four unit lots. The construction of residential units is under Project # 6459804. This …

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Lunch and Learn with Mike O’Brien and Jeanne Kohl-Welles

Come to Hotel Ballard, Wednesday, November 18 for a Lunch and Learn discussion with District 6 City Councilmember Mike O’Brien and King County Councilmember-elect Jeanne Kohl-Welles. They will be discussing the priorities for the years ahead. What: Lunch and Learn with Mike O’Brien and Jeanne Kohl-Welles Chamber Luncheon Where: Hotel Ballard, Olympic Rooftop Pavilion, 5216 Ballard …

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Found Border Collie; NW 62nd and 36th Ave. NW

An older female Border Collie was found in a driveway last night around 11pm, cross streets NW 62nd St and 36th Ave NW -Sunset Hill Neighborhood. She has a brown collar with a red heart tag (rabies vaccine). She is mostly black with some white markings on her neck and face.  She is currently being …

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