The City of Seattle is further working to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 closures on small businesses and nonprofits. In addition to halting residential evictions, the Mayor Jenny Durkan has signed an Emergency Order to temporarily halt evictions of small business and nonprofit tenants in Seattle. The order is effective immediately for any action related […]
Several grocery stores set aside hours for at-risk shoppers
A few grocery stores have started offering senior-only shopping times to give vulnerable populations a chance to shop with less risk of infection. Albertsons, Safeway, Whole Foods, and Target have all set aside hours for at-risk shoppers, which includes senior citizens, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems. Both Albertsons and Safeway will offer […]
Ballard Locks closed to all foot traffic during pandemic
The Ballard Locks is closing all facilities and pathways to pedestrians and bikes during the COVID-19 pandemic. The closure will come into effect tonight (March 17) at 9pm. Locks operations for maritime traffic will be maintained — as a reminder, the large chamber is still closed to marine traffic for the Stoney Gate Valve Project […]
City rolls out loading zones to help with curbside food pickup near restaurants
The City of Seattle will be helping facilitate food pickups and delivery services from restaurants. Starting today, the Seattle Department of Transportation is converting on-street parking spaces near some restaurants to temporary loading zones to make it easer for curbside meal pickup. “As we adjust to a new reality for the weeks to come, we […]
Seattle Schools to provide to-go lunches throughout COVID-19 closure
Seattle Public Schools are now offering pack lunches for students throughout the coronavirus closure. Lunches will be available from 11am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Meals are on a grab-and-go basis; students will not be allowed to eat on school premises. Ballard High School is one of the 26 sites chosen; SPS says to enter […]
City to provide $5m in grocery vouchers to low-income families
Low-income families will receive grocery vouchers in a move that the City hopes will alleviate economic hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Jenny Durkan announced the plan today, which will provide $800 vouchers to 6,250 eligible families who are currently enrolled in City-supported childcare programs and food assistance programs. The Safeway vouchers are to […]
Bars and restaurants close statewide to prevent spread of virus
Update: Here’s a list of Ballard restaurants that are offering take-out or delivery, compiled from a few sources (Seattle PI, Intentionalist, Down Home Seattle): Addo Takeout & Delivery Alison’s Coastal Cafe and Bakery Takeout & Delivery Bad Alberts Tap & Grill Takeout Ballard Pizza Co Takeout Barking Dog Alehouse Takeout food, beer, and wine Bastille […]
Ballard Farmers Market is suspended temporarily
After some questions surrounding the safety of open-air markets, the City of Seattle has suspended farmers markets, meaning the Ballard Farmers Market is cancelled until further notice. “We did not take this decision lightly and right now we will be looking at creative ways to keep our Farmers and Vendors in business,” the organizers wrote […]
Tractor Tavern closes doors temporarily
The popular music venue Tractor Tavern in Ballard has closed temporarily for coronavirus. The Tractor will remain closed at least until April 2. “It is with a heavy heart that we have made the decision to cancel all performances for the remainder of March 2020,” the Tractor writes on Facebook. “We do not feel confident […]
Public blood drive in Ballard today to benefit Bloodworks NW
The region’s blood supply has taken a hit since the coronavirus landed here, so a blood drive has been organized for today in Ballard to benefit Bloodworks NW. The public blood drive is happening at 3958 6th Ave NW from 9am to 3pm today (closed 11am-noon), and is hosted by the SōRSE Technology Team. The […]
Seattle libraries and community centers close
The City has decided to temporarily close all Seattle libraries and community centers, effective today (March 13) at 6pm. However, the Seattle Parks and Recreation preschool programs and hygiene facilities will remain open. The announcement came on Thursday, as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases continues to rise in Seattle. With an estimated 1,100 active […]
Majestic Bay Theatre closes temporarily for virus concerns
Ballard’s beloved movie theater, Majestic Bay, has announced it is now closed while coronavirus spreads. “We have made the decision to temporarily close our doors at Majestic Bay Theatres, effective immediately,” the sign on the front of the theater reads. “This was a decision our family chose to make for the safety and wellbeing of […]
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