Monthly Archives: September 2011

Young neighbor raising money for friend with brain cancer

Savannah, a seven year-old Wallingford neighbor, is raising money for brain cancer research in honor of her friend, Torin, who has been battling brain cancer for the last two years. Savannah and her mom, Margie, will be taking part in a 3k walk during the Run of Hope Seattle 2011 at Seward Park, and she hopes to raise $1,000 in donations from friends, family, and neighbors. On her team page, Savannah writes: Torin is my friend I know through Kung Fu.…

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Fall Fecal Fest

Hoping for a great big, steaming pile of 'Zoo Doo' for your garden this fall? You have until this Friday, September 23 to submit a postcard to the Woodland Park Zoo for their Fall Fecal Fest. You can also get Bedspread, "A composted mulch made from the manures and bedding of the zoo’s non-primate herbivores. Bedspread is like Zoo Doo but contains higher amounts of wood chips and sawdust. It is excellent fertile mulch for perennial beds and woody landscapes such as…

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This Friday, Wallingford Eats

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It's not enough that Wallingford has some of the finest eateries here in Seattle, but we have a pretty broad spectrum, too. From New York-style hot dogs to Greek, Afghan, Mexican, Italian, French, and everything in between, I'd say we've got eats covered. And starting this Friday, we'll have mobile food aplenty, located right on the Uptown Espresso parking lot. Wallingford Eats will be serving up a variety of street foods from 5-9pm. Here's the scoop from Amy Novak: No more…

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Too Close For Comfort

Carol writes: Wallyhood resident calls out the cops because doesn't like car parked in front of house!!!! On Wed. Sept. 14, while volunteering at the market, i was parked legally on the street behind the market (2201 46th - 46th and Bagley)... when i returned to my car, i found a ticket for the amount of $42. posted on my windshield.... when i called the next day, I was told that the neighbor had called out the police because i was…

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Moving Planet

Cascade Bicycle Club is hosting a family-friendly Moving Planet Seattle - Wallingford to Lake Union ride next Saturday, September 24th. Oodles of Wallingfordians are predicted to meet at the Wallingford Center (1815 N 45th St) at 11:00 a.m. and arrive at South Lake Union Park (860 Terry Ave. N) at noon. The ride will be easy and paced for riders of all ages and ability levels. Riders will regroup after the 3:30 p.m. aerial photo for a festive ride back to…

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Argiolas Winery: Perche’No?

Our sponsor, Perche'No Pasta and Vino, will be hosting an Italian Winemaker Dinner next Tuesday, September 27th at 6:30 pm. Antonio Argiolas, owner of the Argiolas Winery of Sardinia, Italy will be on hand to help with the tasting. Enjoy 5 - 6 wines with a five course dinner and live accordion music performed by Lenny Luzzi. Cost is $80 / person. Call Perche No at (206) 547-0222 to reserve your spot.

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Fair Trade Winds opens in Wallingford Center

A new store called Fair Trade Winds has opened in Wallingford Center. Fair Trade Winds is family-owned, specializing in Fair Trade housewares and gifts. They're located right next to Paron's Closet, across from Yazdi. Emily wrote to tell us that her uncle, Paul Cullen, owns three other Fair Trade Winds stores on the east coast. As a member of Green America, the Fair Trade Federation, and Fair Trade Seattle, the new store will carry reclaimed wood furniture, eco-friendly lighting, organic bedding, home…

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