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 in Ballard’s beer scene. George Hancock, affectionately known by many as the “Pirate King” of craft beer, and his wife Jane launched Maritime Pacific in …
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 Ballard Way. The company announced that it will open on June 5 at 10 a.m. After New Seasons closed in 2019, the 25,000-square-foot location was …
Cristie and James Kearny are no strangers to bringing whimsy and wonder to their Crown Hill neighborhood. In 2020, their “Peep Show”—a series of elaborate dioramas built inside a converted Little Free Library—became a beloved local curiosity, delighting passersby during the pandemic. Now, the couple has unveiled their most ambitious creation yet: a Wizard of …
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 The Firestone: An Artist Takeover. Organizers and Seattle artists Aaron Asis and Brady Black, in partnership with the City of Seattle and the One Seattle Graffiti Team, hosted …
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 the parade by Apachewolf: Photo: Still image from 17th of May Ballard Parade 2025 on YouTube by Apachewolf
Ballard’s annual 17th of May celebration returns tomorrow, Saturday, May 17, marking 136 years of Norwegian Constitution Day festivities in the neighborhood. The day includes live music, community events, and the largest Syttende Mai parade outside of Norway. Activities begin at 11:00 a.m. across the neighborhood, including music at Bergen Place Park, an open house …
Crown Hill Pet Supply (9053 Holman Rd NW) is closing its doors after 33 years in the neighborhood. They announced the news on social media earlier this week, saying that Thursday, May 29 will be their last day open. “Since 1992, Crown Hill Pet Supply has been serving the local neighborhood to improve pets’ lives. …
This is a sponsored post Ballard residents have a new reason to prioritize their skin health this May. Frontier Dermatology, the Pacific Northwest’s leading dermatology practice, has officially opened its doors at 5350 Tallman Ave NW, Suite 510, as of May 12, 2025. The new clinic is excited to welcome Dr. John P. Scopetta, a …
Kahlo & Loyal, the newest bar and restaurant to take over the corner spot at 17th Ave NW and NW 56th St, is opening this month. Chef and owner Sheldon Raju is opening Kahlo & Loyal at 5608 17th Ave NW—the former home of Little Prague Bakery, which closed in October 2024. A sign on …
A new Moroccan restaurant called Andalucia is making moves to open in the former Parish NW location at 5327 Ballard Ave NW. Parish NW owner Tommy Patrick closed the restaurant and bar in August 2024. Patrick also owns The Ballard Cut, which moved to the former Sailfish location at 2221 NW Market St last year. …
After nearly four decades serving the Crown Hill community, Thai Siam closed its doors on April 30—but with help from customers, the beloved restaurant will reopen in the same location this week. Owner Vhanthip “Nancy” Bhokayasupatt shared the good news on Facebook on May 11, announcing that the landlord accepted their offer under the right …
As part of the ongoing paving project, the Ballard Bridge will be closed to vehicle traffic this weekend. This work is part of the 15th Ave W/NW & Ballard Bridge Paving & Safety Project, which was delayed last fall due to rain. The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) says the full closures are necessary to …