If you missed the sunset and moonset yesterday, we’ve got you covered: here’s the gorgeous display from local photographer Mark Ashmun. “Seattle killed it yesterday,” Mark shared in the My Ballard Group. “The moon setting at sunrise and the sun setting on Winter. Happy Spring!” Thanks Mark, for capturing these shots!
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West Commodore Way detour in place for new sewer pipe installation
A section of West Commodore Way just west of the Salmon Bay Railroad Bridge is closed as crews are installing the new sewer pipe underneath the waterway between Magnolia and Ballard. According to Seattle Public Utilities, the contractor is working on a site on the 3500 block of West Commodore Way, and traffic will be […]
Your weekend events calendar for Ballard and beyond
It’s a busy weekend in Ballard and its surrounds, with several parties, fundraisers, and festivals in the works. Here’s our round-up: Friday, March 22: Kangaroo & Kiwi fundraiser for victims of theNew Zealand mosque shooting. The pub will be accepting donations and will host an auction, with all proceeds going to support those affected. Starts […]
Rad Power Bikes to open new location next week
Ballard’s electronic bike store is gearing up for a big move to their new location on the other side of Ballard. Rad Power Bikes will be opening their new showroom on the east side of Ballard at 1128 NW 52nd St. on March 29th. Their last day of servicing at their current showroom (2622 NW […]
Electronic recycling event coming up soon
If you have old electronics gathering dust in your cupboard/closet/under the bed, you’re in luck: Amazing Grace Spiritual Center will soon host an electronic recycling event. The free event will happen on Saturday, April 6 from 10am to 1pm at Amazing Grace (2007 NW 61st St). “Bring your old electronics — any shape or size,” […]
Kangaroo & Kiwi to host fundraiser to support victims of New Zealand mosque shooting
Ballard’s local Australian/New Zealand bar is planning an event to benefit the families of victims from the mosque shooting last weekend in Christchurch, New Zealand. Bradley Howe, owner of Kangaroo & Kiwi, tells My Ballard that the event will be on Friday, March 22 starting at 5pm. “We invite all to come down for a […]
Despite Missing Link setbacks, Ballard Multimodal project underway
Even though plans for the Missing Link hit a major setback last year, the city has chosen to go ahead and start construction on part of the Burke-Gilman’s missing section of the trail. It’s called the Ballard Multimodal Corridor — a clever rebranding of the Missing Link — and is starting with work along NW Market St […]
Sunrise over Ballard during winter heat wave
During Seattle’s unusual heat wave, local pilot Will Van Horne shared this beautiful photo of Ballard. “Sunrise over Ballard,” Van Horne wrote on the My Ballard Facebook Group. He snapped this shot from Kenmore Air’s 8am departure to Friday Harbor. The warm weather is apparently on its way out, with highs back in the 60s and 50s […]
UW study shows coyote pups learn to habituate to humans from their parents
If it seems like coyotes in Ballard are less and less fearful of humans, it’s probably because they’re learning to be bold from their parents. A University of Washington Tacoma study, published in Ecology and Evolution, has found that habituated coyote parents are passing their fearlessness on to their offspring. Author of the study and […]
North parking lot closed at Golden Gardens for repaving
Today, the north parking lot at Golden Gardens will be closed while crews work on repaving the lot. The work is part of ADA access improvements at the park and bathhouse, led by Seattle Parks and Recreation. Crews have been working on making the interior bathrooms and kitchens more accessible, plus replacing existing accessible parking […]
Running of the Beavers 5K coming up soon
The 3rd annual Running of the Beavers 5K Race/Walk is just around the corner, happening on Saturday, March 30 at Golden Gardens. The 5K is a fundraiser for Ballard High School Foundation, benefitting the school’s athletic programs, cheerleading squad, dance team, and band. “If you’re new to Ballard and want to meet your neighbors this is […]
Sunset Villa apartment building sells for $5.45 million
The Sunset Villa apartment building on 24th Ave NW has changed hands. The buyers are Marysville Apartments, LLC, who purchased the 17-unit apartment building for $5.45 million — that’s $320,588 per unit. Sunset Villa (6736 24th Avenue NW) was built in 1963 and was recently renovated by the sellers. Updates include common area improvements, plus […]
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