What’s on this weekend: Halloween edition

The spookiest weekend of the year is here and there is much to do in the neighborhood. FRIDAY, October 30: El Dazzle Winter Stout Release Party at Hale’s Ales (4301 Leary Way NW) doors open at 6 p.m. Pumpkin carving, dancing and Halloween costume contest. Tickets $15, kids free. Live Music Rock n’ Roll night at Conor Byrne Pub (5140 Ballard …

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Locals invited to Ballard Elks’ girl scout troop open house

Organizers of the Ballard Elks’ (6411 Seaview Ave NW) recently formed Girl Scout troop will be hosting an Open House event next Wednesday, November 4, from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. The event will provide girls and parents with information about joining the troop. Food, beverages and entertainment will also be provided. The new group is set to be a Brownie Troop …

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What’s on this weekend

There are plenty of events on this weekend in the neighborhood! If you want to add your event to the schedule, email us at tips@myballard.com. Have a great weekend! FRIDAY, October 23: Loyal Heights Community Center Halloween Carnival (2101 NW 77th St) 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Grab your little ghosts and goblins and head to …

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Ray’s to host pumpkin carving event

The team at Ray’s Café (6049 Seaview Avenue NW) will be hosting its second annual pumpkin decorating party on Saturday, October 24, for all ages. Local families can join in the fun from 3 p.m.- close for the festive event on the Ray’s Café covered deck, rain or shine. Attendees will receive the following during the …

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Stoup Brewing to celebrate 2 years in Ballard

Neighborhood favorite, Stoup Brewing (1108 NW 52nd St), will celebrate two years in the neighborhood this Saturday, October 24. The folks from Stoup will be hosting a special event to mark the occasion that will start at noon. The event will feature new releases, including: a Munich Style Helles and the return of Export Stout (#WHISKERSOUT, …

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BHS Playmakers to present “Eurydice” this week

The talented students from the Ballard High School Playmakers will open their Fall production Eurydice this week. Opening Night will be held this Thursday, October 22, and performances will follow on October 23, 24, 29, 30 and 31. Eurydice, by MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl is a retelling of the classic myth of Orpheus seen through …

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Theatre event aims to open dialogue about Nicklesville encampment

Playback Theatre will be bringing their unique style of improvisational performance to Ballard in the hopes of opening up dialogue between Nicklesville residents and members of the Ballard community. The topic this Saturday’s improvisational theatre event will be homelessness and will provide an opportunity for all people (homeless or not) to share personal stories that …

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Seattle Restaurant Week on now in Ballard

Seattle Restaurant Week is on now through October 22 (and again from October 25 through 29) and a number of Ballard eateries are participating. During the event, over 165 restaurants all over the city are offering three-course dinners for $30 and many are offering three-course lunches for $15. Local restaurants who are serving up the special menus include: Anthony’s HomePort …

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What’s on this weekend

It’s a sunny start to a weekend full of fun local events. If you want to add your event to the schedule, email us at tips@myballard.com. Have a great weekend! FRIDAY, October 16: Live Music The Americans, Jeremy Manley and Country Dave, and Day Laorers and Petty Intellectuals at Conor Byrne Pub (5140 Ballard Ave NW) at 9p.m. Tickets $10. The Spinning Whips “Album …

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