If you’re having trouble figuring out which of the ten candidates you want to support in the city council elections this fall, you have two opportunities this week to meet the candidates, ask questions, and hear them speak about the issues that affect all of us.

Your first option is to head over to the Cascade Bicycle Club auditorium, 7787 62nd Ave NE, on Thursday, May 30th from 5:30-7:30 p.m..

MASS (Move All Seattle Sustainably) Coalition is hosting a forum in which candidates for City Council District 4 will speak about transportation, housing, and sustainability.

Your second opportunity to meet …

Wallyhood resident and future Lincoln HS parent Karen sent this hot tip for a fun event happening on Thursday 5/23:

Reuben’s Brews & Performing Arts for Lincoln present “Thank You Thursday,” a fundraiser for The Lincoln High School Music and Performing Arts Program.

Come join us at The BrewTap at Reuben’s Brews in Ballard where $1 from all pint and growler sales goes to Lincoln High School Music and Performing Arts.

Featuring a special performance by student jazz group Sharp 6 at 6:30.

All ages welcome!

Thursday, May 23, 2019, pop by anytime from …

Wallingford’s local consignment shop, Kids on 45th, is celebrating Earth Day all week with a special “Consignment for a Cause” clothing drive. Basically, parents can consign their kids’ clothes and designate the money go to the charity of their choice (or not—they can choose to receive the cash or online credit themselves). Plus there are some in-store activities for kids like a scavenger hunt and a prize wheel.

Check the Kids on 45th Facebook page for the event info and details on how to participate in Consignment for a Cause and/or the Express Consignment program going forward. https://www.facebook.com/events/2293624054222435/

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If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, our neighborhood has a plethora of Easter and springtime events going on. Wallyhood contributor Anne sent us this note:

What is your favorite part of Easter?

Popping florescent yellow and pink peeps in your belly?  

Ham?  

Mimosas before noon?

Leaving carrots out for the bunnies infiltrating our neighborhood!?!

Saying goodbye to your Lenten promises while eating chocolate cake or chugging an extra large pint?

Random fact: the date of Easter changes every year because it is always the first Sunday, after the first full moon, after the vernal equinox. Wow. Who …

If you’re looking for a special Valentine’s Day date for you and your furry best friend, look no further than Floating Bridge Brewing. On Thursday, February 14th, from 6:30 to 10 p.m., they are hosting a special Puppy Love party, with treats for both humans and their canine friends. 

Brewdogs Grits & Biscuit host a night of Puppy Love with treats for all!
Special Chocolate Coconut Cherry Ale – on tap one night only.
Free Valentine bandana for dogs while supplies last.
Come hang out with your dogs, or just check out the pawparazzi scene.

Where: Floating Bridge Brewing, 722 NE …