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Wallingford Tully’s to close on Sunday

The Seattle Times reports that Tully's Coffee has filed for bankruptcy protection and plans to close 9 company-run stores this Sunday, including the Wallingford location (2100 N. 45th St.). CEO Scott Pearson told the Times, “We’re at a point where we need to position Tully’s for the future." “We need to be able to keep this company operating, and this is the best option for us.” Thanks to Paul who sent us the tip, adding, "Sucks, because the 45th/Meridian location was a very…

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Mosaic’s 5th Anniversary Celebration

In honor of turning five, Mosaic Coffeehouse (4401 2nd Avenue NE) is throwing a big shindig on Saturday evening, March 31, beginning at 7PM. Everyone is invited to the anniversary celebration, with musical performances by Manubi, Darren Guyaz, and more. Suggested donation is $20 and you can buy your tickets here.

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St. Paddy’s Day in Wallingford

Whether it’s green libations, Corned Beef and Cabbage, or a good ol’ fashioned sugar rush you’re wantin’, here’s a couple of ideas for celebratin’ St. Patrick’s Day this Saturday—all within stumbling distance from your home: Murphy’s (1928 N. 45th St.)  "We are going to have a blast on St Patricks Day. Seattle's first St Patrick's Party. We open the doors at 10AM, and have a full line up of musicians 'til close. The loud and energetic Seattle Firefighters and Pipe band will…

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Tinfoiler Zero Art Opening at Fuel

When we posted our list of Wallingford artists featured on Etsy, we included Greg Francke (aka "dobart"), who specializes in "divers artifacts of s scientifick and obscure character". The Tinfoiler Zero (featured on the right) is one such artifact you'll find on dobart's Etsy page. This handy helmet is guaranteed to "stop mind control dead," but you've got to see it first-hand to believe it. On Wednesday, February 1, you can do just that by stopping into Fuel Coffee (1705 N.…

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Muddy Cup Reopening

A Muddy Cup has been closed the last several weeks, due to illness (see Muddy Cup Closure). Good news, though, Sarah says it's set to re-open tomorrow: I just wanted to let our Wallyhood friends know that Mathew and I will be opening our doors again Monday, January 2nd and hope to share some warm drinks and pastries with our friends again.  I also wanted to thank everyone for their warm wishes and understanding. Thanks again, Sarah

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Empire of Wallingford

We've got some new news on the 4111 Stone Way development under way. Patrick writes: I think I mentioned to you a while back that my firm Lake Union Partners is re-developing a site at 4111 Stone Way into a 4-story apartment building with commercial space at street level.  Image is attached. In case you are interested in posting this on your blog, I wanted to let you know that we signed an agreement with Empire Espresso of Columbia City to take…

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Uptown Espresso honors Veterans by giving back

In honor of Veterans Day tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 11), all of the Uptown Espresso locations, including the Wallingford store (2300 N. 45th St.), will donate 100% of its proceeds to American Lake Veterans Golf Course. Located in Lakewood, the American Lake Veterans Golf Course has been serving the military since it opened in 1955, and since 1995, it's been operated and maintained exclusively by volunteers after the government cut off its funding. According to the website, "The Friends of American Lake…

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