The Tomatoes of Wallingford

Tomatoes are one of the best tastes of the summer. On my daily walks, I have been monitoring the many, many creative ways we are growing our tomato plants in the neighborhood. We use trellises, cages, raised beds, large planters, and many other home-grown solutions! Even with all of the heat we have been having, those stubborn tomatoes are still taking their sweet time ripening (Early Girls excluded, obviously)! If you are impatient or your plants are struggling, you can supercharge…

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The food pantry at FamilyWorks

Retiring in Wallingford: Surviving and Thriving in Seattle

When I look back on my last three and a half years in Seattle, I see more than a move—I see a journey of learning how to survive, stretch, adapt, and ultimately how to thrive. Retirement is supposed to be a time of rest, but living on a fixed income in a city as expensive as ours means every day teaches me something new about strength, creativity, and gratitude. I knew I needed a change in my life, and my life…

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2026 Fremont Solistice Parade Returns on June 20th

Summer officially arrives in Fremont with one of Seattle’s most colorful and creative traditions—the 2026 Fremont Solstice Parade. An epic celebration of summer, community, and art, the 35th Annual Fremont Solstice Parade kicks off on Saturday, June 20th, at 1 pm. The parade starts at 3rd Avenue NW and NW Leary Way, continues along N 36th Street, turns onto N 35th Street, and finishes up near the Fremont Rocket and Seattle Art Cars display inside the Fremont Fair (see map below).…

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Local Veggies (and more!) Return at Wallingford Farmers Market May 27th for the 2026 Season

Wallingford Farmers Market has been recognized as one of the best farmers markets in the state. One of the many great reasons to live in Wallingford (and perhaps my favorite) is this seasonal farmers market. I look forward to Wednesdays for a little walk to Meridian Playground, 4920 Meridian Avenue N, never knowing what I might find: running into friends and neighbors, buying produce for the week, or finding a delicious meal for dinner at one of the many food stalls.…

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FamilyWorks Wallingford Food Bank Grand Re-Opening!

On Saturday, April 4th, many Wallingford residents joined local dignitaries in celebrating the grand opening of the FamilyWorks Wallingford Food Bank. The following recap was provided by FamilyWorks Executive Director Marcia Wright-Soika. What a joyful, heart-filled day it was to celebrate the grand opening of the Wallingford Food Bank with our community on a beautiful spring Saturday! It was truly special to see more than 250 neighbors, partners, volunteers, and friends gathered together, reminding us that this work has always been, at…

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WCSC Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser April 17th

Once again, the Wallingford Community Senior Center is hosting its traditional spaghetti dinner from 6 to 7 pm on Friday, April 17, 2026. Only $10, and the menu is terrific! To sign up, please call 206.461.7825, e-mail us, or visit our website. WCSC is located at 4649 Sunnyside Avenue N, Suite 140 (lower level of the Good Shepherd Center).

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Celebrate the Grand Reopening of FamilyWorks Food Bank on April 4th

I love grand reopenings of any kind—they celebrate something new while honoring what has come before. When I moved to Wallingford three years ago, I volunteered for a year at the FamilyWorks Wallingford Food Bank and saw firsthand how the staff worked in a very tight space to provide food to the community, both in person and through delivery. I also volunteered with their diaper program, which is deeply needed and always appreciated by families. During my time there, I met…

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