Plover Organic to ‘pop up’ in Ballard
If you plan to get some Christmas shopping done this weekend, local linen company Plover Organic is popping up at the Field House in Ballard (5465 Leary Ave NW). The material …
Critical Lass to host holiday lights bike ride
This weekend, Critical Lass is returning to Ballard for a bike ride through Olympic Manor to admire the Christmas lights. Critical Lass is a women’s biking group that organizes community …
B&O Espresso moving to Ballard
Ballard will soon be the new home for the cozy dessert and coffee shop B&O Espresso. Owner Jane Lukatah says the landlord plans to bring the building down to make …
Nielsen Brothers Carpet loses lease
Nielsen Brothers Carpet at 2031 NW 56th St. has lost their lease and are now looking for a new Seattle location, according to a sign posted on their door. They’ve …
East Ballard Community Association applying for funding for crosswalks on 14th Ave NW
The East Ballard Community Association is applying for Seattle Neighborhood Street Funds through the Bridging the Gap Levy in order to improve the crosswalk and install rain gardens at the intersection …
Donate toys to Toys for Tots this weekend
On Saturday, Dec. 8, the Ballard Fred Meyer will be accepting toy donations for the Toys for Tots program. The donation times will be noon to 4 p.m., and they’ll …
Play bingo and help Salmon Bay School students travel to Washington D.C.
On Friday, Dec. 7, there will be a bingo and ice cream social fundraiser to help a group of Salmon Bay School students travel to Washington D.C. during spring break. …
Remember John Nygaard today at memorial service
This afternoon, the community will be remembering Ballard High School teacher John Nygaard, who passed away unexpectedly last week. Nygaard had been out sick with pneumonia when he died on …
Ballard High School Performing Arts upcoming events
The Ballard High School Performing Arts has a number of upcoming events, including a fundraiser this weekend at Barnes & Noble at Northgate. From the BHS Performing Arts website: December …
Seagull causes power outage in parts of Ballard
Update, 3 p.m.: Peter Clarke with Seattle City Light says 5,400 customers lost power this afternoon when a seagull shorted out a wire in a major power supply theater in …
Seattle Mandolin Orchestra to perform at Ballard Library
This Saturday, Dec. 8, the Seattle Mandolin Orchestra will be performing at the Ballard Library from 2 to 3 p.m. The performance, which will feature soprano Julie Finch, is a …
Ballard businesses stay open late for holiday shopping
If you want to shop local this Christmas, you’re in luck: Ballard businesses are extending their weekend hours to accommodate late shoppers. Below is a list of some Ballard shops …