Monthly Archives: February 2010

Conclusion of Is That Jazz? Festival

The Avant-Jazz Festival at the Chapel Performance Space wrapped up this past weekend with four more powerful performances. The second weekend began with Vertigo led by Seattle Clarinetist Jesse Canterbury. It was an ethereal almost dream like set that carried the listener on a journey into the stars. Canterbury was joined by Tom Baker on guitar, Joanne DeMars on Cello, and Chris Stover on Trombone. The quartet was strongly attuned to each other which carried them to a higher more intense…

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The Arch is Back!

Greg Flood from Friends of Wallingford Playfield delivered the happy news that the climbing arch that was removed from Wallingford Playfield earlier this year (The Case of the Missing Monkey Bars) is being reinstalled: Parks let us know that the arch climber at Wallingford Playfield would be installed sometime this week and, sure enough, Parks is out there today [Tuesday] reinstalling it.  Yippee.  The climber was a treasured feature of the playground and is just plain good exercise. Thanks, Parks, for…

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Volunteer for Kiddie Parade

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Enjoy the Wallingford Kiddies Parade and Street Fair? Want to get involved. Well, you've come to the right place. Janet over at the Wallingford Neighborhood Office asked if we'd help put the word out: Want to volunteer but not all year around? We’re still looking for men and women to help with The Kiddies Parade.  This is a perfect event for the busy person.  For  more information about Kiddies Parade volunteering contact Kate Burdick at: [email protected] Wallingford Street Fair Still Looking…

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Big Fun For Everyone!

For those in the hood that haven’t heard the good news – Izilla Toys is here to stay! The Izilla family decided to make a permanent home in its Wallingford Center location. After a quick post-holiday remodel, they re-opened January 16th. You can sign up for the e-newsletter at www.izillatoys.com to get the inside scoop on news and events, as well as store discounts. This month, you'll find a 20% off coupon (we've included it below in case you want to…

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The Purple Prose or “The Violet Hour”

Polonius:  What do you read, my lord? Hamlet:  Words, words, words. Hamlet (II, ii, 191-192) Presuming that not all forms of entertainment suit all audiences, I have condensed my review of The Violet Hour, playing at the Bathhouse Theater from Jan 29 to Feb 21, into this handy summary. The Venue: Venture forth from Wallingford to our fair neighbor, Green Lake, and its modest but pleasant Bathhouse Theater located on the northwest-ish lake shore.  Enjoy the ample free parking and intimate…

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Wallingford is Re-Lit

The iconic sign is back in action. Alan Johnson, store manager, had the honor of 'flipping the switch'. People lined the sidewalk and parking lot all around snapping photos. The moment was just shy of perfection with the the blue outline of the 'W' not lighting. However, some quick action by the electrical contractor on site got it fired up within minutes to light up Wallingford center. Aidell's BBQ was on-site providing hot dogs with all proceeds going to Red Cross…

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Let’s Talk, Wallingford

Man, oh man, is there a lot to talk about at the monthly Wallingford Community Council board meeting: Wednesday  February 3rd -- YES, that’s tomorrow . . . 7:00-9:00 PM Room 202 at the Good Shepherd Center The agenda is packed with opportunities for Wallyfolks to step up and be part of something really big. I am guessing that you have heard about the Wallingford Community Senior Center’s struggle to move forward? They are only the canary in the coal mine.…

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