Monthly Archives: April 2012

Rogue Chickens

Reader, Wallingford romance writer and CoolMom Kimberly Christensen has a neighborly request to the owners of some wayward poultry: Attention chicken owners in lower Wallingford (near Irwin’s): Twice within the last week a trio of hens has made themselves at home in my front yard, scratching and pecking for worms amongst my lovely (and now somewhat trampled) tulips and daffodils. I would love for these chickens to stay in their own yard. While I admire people who keep chickens, I am not…

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Seattle Schools: Last day and Lincoln to reopen?

Lincoln High School Alums might be interested to know that Seattle Public Schools is thinking about reopening Lincoln as a high school in 2018; but before everyone breaks out the red and black pom poms, this is very early speculation. At this point, Lincoln must remain an interim site for schools that are either undergoing renovation, or, as in Lowell Elementary School's case, over capacity. And then Lincoln will need to be modernized, including undergoing seismic retrofitting. Plus, there's a small…

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Musical Plates Returns to Wallingford

Back in December, we told you about White Moustache Urban Adventure Company's musical/foodie mashup, Musical Plates. For $200, a couple can eat and drink their way around Seattle. In a tour bus. With a band. The bus stops at select restaurants, the guests go inside, nosh for a bit; and the band hops out and plays live. Everyone gets back in the bus which takes them to the next location. Sounds awesome, yes? If you're intrigued, then you'll be happy to…

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Bunny Bounce at Woodland Park Zoo

Woodland Park Zoo is holding its annual Bunny Bounce this Saturday, April 7, from 9:30am - 2:00pm, complete with egg hunts, bunny sightings, and lots of fun activities for kids from ages 1-8. Bring your own bag or basket for the egg hunts on the North Meadow. Guests can also watch as Woodland Park Zoo's animal residents are treated to Easter-themed baskets full of greens, flowers, berries, and other goodies. According to the Zoo, "(The treats) are part of the zookeepers’ ongoing efforts…

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Wallingford Walks

The 2012 Wallingford Walks season kicks-off on Saturday, April 14. Each month the walks feature different themes that offer a glimpse on some of the cool things happening around the neighborhood, beginning with Sustainable Landscaping. Here's the scoop: Saturday, April 14, from 10:00 – 12:00 – Sustainable Landscaping: Join an expert from Seattle Tilth http://seattletilth.org/ on a tour of Wallingford to discuss examples of sustainable landscaping. The topics will range from rain gardens, creative replacements for grass, rain collection, native plants, edible perennials, creative re-use of…

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Easter Fun at Wallingford Center

Bubbles, face painting, treat-filled plastic eggs, and of course that lovable long-eared galoot, the Easter Bunny. Once again, it's time for the annual Easter Celebration and Food Drive at Wallingford Center (1815 N. 45th St.), happening this Saturday, April 7. The festivities kick-off at 9:00am on the West Plaza: The Bubbleman performs 9:00AM on the West Plaza. Egg hunt 10:00 am - 10:10 am (Bring your own baskets. Don't be late. The hunt goes quickly). Meet the Easter Bunny, enjoy face painting and entertainment…

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WCC/SPU Transfer Station Contract

Last Thursday, March 29th, Seattle Public Utilities and the Wallingford Community Council presented their agreement regarding the rebuilding of the North Transfer Station, along with supporting amendments to the land use code, to the City Council's Planning, Land Use and Sustainability committee chaired by Councilmember Conlin. SPU presented a short visual summary of the benefits of the agreement to both the City and the community. The video summary and documents under consideration can be found at http://wallingford.org/get-involved/community-council/. The WCC will have…

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