It hasn’t been the happiest of days in Ballard recently, and that’s all the more reason to attend Thursday evening’s Syttende Mai — 17th of May — celebrations and parade through Ballard. The parade is the largest of its kind outside Norway, and it draws thousands of festive people across the neighborhood and beyond. Plus, […]
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Tickets go on sale for Ballard Jazz Festival at new Nordic Museum
After 10 years at the old Nordic Heritage Museum, the Ballard Jazz Festival’s main stage is moving to the new museum facility on Market St. “The soaring concert hall with flawless acoustics will double audience capacity and elevate the listening experience for the foreseeable future,” explained an email from the festival. Tickets are now on […]
Last chance to sign up for spring sports at Ballard Boys & Girls Club
Registration is still open for spring sports at the Ballard Boys & Girls Club — but not for long. The deadline to register for tee ball (ages 4-6) and machine pitch baseball (ages 7-9) is tomorrow (Tuesday). For soccer by Happy Feet (ages 4-6), the deadline is Thursday. Girls Volleyball (3-5th grade) and Flag Rugby […]
Events: Leif to Leif Run, St. Patrick’s Day, Night Out, Blessing of the Fleet and more
There are a lot of events on our Ballard calendar over the next few days, and here are a few of the standouts. Have fun out there, and enjoy the weather! Thursday, March 15th BALLARD NIGHT OUT – It’s the third Thursday of the month, and that means it’s time for Ballard Night Out. Artists […]
Running of the Beavers fundraiser for Ballard High on March 31
CORRECTED: Our apologies, we posted the wrong date. The run is March 31st, not this weekend. The annual fundraiser for the Ballard High School Foundation, the Running of the Beavers will start and finish at Golden Gardens on March 31st. The 5K event kicks off at 9 a.m., and you can register right here. Pre-race […]
What’s on this weekend in Ballard and beyond
Ballard’s Station 18 (above) will join other Seattle fire stations in an open house for Neighbor Day on Saturday. Here’s the full weekend lineup, and have fun out there… Friday, Feb. 9 SALT & STRAW – The Portland-based ice cream sensation opens its Old Ballard shop (5420 Ballard Ave.), 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. […]
Running out of parking, Backfire Moto moves motorcycle meetups to Sodo
Once a month during spring, summer and fall, hundreds of motorcyclists descended on Ballard. They were drawn to 17th Ave. NW and Leary, originally the site of the 2 Bit Saloon. They parked in long rows and packed Shelter Lounge, NW Peaks Brewery and other surrounding watering holes. For those who didn’t know about Backfire […]
Briefs: New Nordic, Hullabaloo, Hale’s Ales, Stoup, Sloths, Goodwill and more
A few quick blurbs from around the Ballard area… – NEW NORDIC: The Nordic Museum’s address has officially switched to the new location, and the staff moved into the new digs on Friday (photo above from @NordicMuseum). The building opens to the public on May 5th. – HULLABALOO – The Leif Erikson Lodge will host […]
New to Ballard? Meet neighbors and community groups over beer
The population of Ballard is rising just as fast as the new housing developments. While our new Ballard neighborhood guide and Facebook group are a good start for new residents, there’s no substitute for meeting people — especially if it’s over some of Ballard’s best beer. Sustainable Ballard and the Ballard Alliance are holding a […]
What’s on this weekend in Ballard and beyond
Here’s the list of what’s happening this weekend, including the Smokey Brights (above) rocking the Tractor on Saturday night. Have fun out there! Friday, January 19 DIAGON ALLEY: This is the last day to visit Ballard’s most popular holiday attraction before it closes. Diagon Alley is located at 7514 13th Ave NW. BHS BASKETBALL: The […]
What’s on this weekend in Ballard and beyond
Compared with all the holiday craziness, this weekend’s calendar is slooooow. But it’s a good bet that Saturday’s town hall will be hopping with lots of questions. Saturday, January 6th TOWN HALL: State Sen. Reuven Carlyle, State Rep. Gael Tarleton and State Rep. Noel Frame — who all represent the 36th District, which includes Ballard […]
Briefs: Fremont Bowl, town hall, Goodwill tips, Floodland Brewery, Stoup chili
A few brief stories from Ballard and Fremont… FREMONT BOWL: Seattle’s most talked-about new restaurant isn’t here in Ballard, but it’s right next door in Fremont. The Seattle Times gives a glowing review to the always-packed Fremont Bowl restaurant on Fremont Ave. and 43rd. TOWN HALL: Sen. Carlyle, Rep. Tarleton and Rep. Frame from the […]
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