Some of you noticed a “for lease” sign that’s been in the window of Grace’s Kitchen on Market for the last several weeks. Well, it looks like they’re gone for good. “Frozen-food buyers at area markets confirm that Grace’s, which specialized in frozen gourmet meals, is gone,” writes Devouring Seattle blogger Rebekah Denn. “They’re bummed …
The developer that purchased the land under Sunset Bowl says says they’re “open” to considering adding a bowling alley in the new development, which is slated to begin construction next year. “We’re not bowling operators, per se,” said Brian Fritz, VP of development for AvalonBay Communities. “But we are open to learning about what it …
Kim from Seattle Daily Photo snapped this shot behind Ballard Blossom. “Freegans are folks who try to live ‘off the grid’ of consumerism,” Kim explains. “They tour the discards behind premium markets for usable food, floral, and other items. I saw this thrifty woman ask a floral delivery person if it would be okay to …
As you know, gas prices are at record highs, so we decided to drive around Ballard to see if we could find the cheapest gas station. But truth be told, they’re all just a few pennies apart. The most common price at all the “central” stations along 15th and Market, is $3.54. Yes, we found …
A gathering for Joseph Skillings, the Ballard teacher recovering from an attack at a Capitol Hill bus stop, will be held this Sunday afternoon. “Bring your checkbook to make a donation, or bid on one of the silent auction items,” explains the invitation. “All funds collected will be used to make sure Joseph is taken …
In February of 2006, eight aluminum sculptures were removed from the Ballard Bridge after a fierce windstorm. One of the pieces of art was damaged, and the city worried that they could become a safety issue. Now over two years later, we’ve learned that the sculptures should be reinstalled in the next couple months. So …
Boris the cat, silly. “He has a rather odd cry and snorts when you scratch his face, and his hygiene is less than desirable,” reads the lost and found posting on Craigslist. Awww, how adorable… At Large in Ballard says the owner has been trying for three weeks to find Boris by posting fliers all …
Over the weekend, we posted a blurb about the Whole Foods coming to Interbay. “Interbay is frankly hideous. Why that area can’t get its act together for beautification is beyond me,” writes Fellow Ballardite in comments. Well, today the SeattlePI.com published a story outlining the many changes coming to this boring neighborhood. Let’s hope it’s …
More than 200 people gathered at Fishermen’s Terminal for the annual Blessing of the Fleet, conducted by Ballard’s First Lutheran Church for the 80th straight year. The event marks the beginning of the halibut fishing season. Congressman Jim McDermott and Mayor Greg Nickels were among the VIPs in attendance. Next to the Fishermen’s Memorial, Rev. …
We noticed some heavy equipment at work on 15th Ave. just south of the Interbay driving range, and that means one thing: Whole Foods is coming soon. The 60,000+ square foot grocery store, affectionately known as “Whole Paycheck” by its many fans, will sit at the intersection of 15th and Armory Way in Interbay. At …
Called “the Gold of Golden Gardens,” shot by pfly on Flickr… Check out a full-screen version of the photo here. Screensaver material.
Gracewinds Perinatal Services, which offers a community-focused set of parenting services ranging from pre-childbirth through six months, is one of seven finalists for U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year.
“We just found out this morning, so it’s pretty exciting,” CEO Chris Wallace told My Ballard. Two weeks ago they were awarded the chamber’s Blue Ribbon Small Business Award from which the seven finalists were selected. The winner of the Small Business of the Year award will be announced April 17 at a banquet in Washington, D.C.
The recognition is the latest in a string of awards for the small business. “Last year we won the Small Business Administration award for Women in Small Business,” Wallace said. “We’ve won five awards in the last two years,” including the Seattle Mayor’s Small Business Award and the Homestreet Bank Great Business, Great Neighbor Award in 2006.