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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Meowtropolitan is Ten Years Old

Cat cafés have become a global sensation, filling social media feeds with images of charming felines soaking up attention from delighted visitors. What many may not realize, however, is that Wallingford is home to its very own cat café. Conveniently located near the intersection of N 45th Street and Stone Way N, Meowtropolitan offers a welcoming and thoughtfully designed space where humans and cats can connect. Founded in 2015, Meowtropolitan was established with a clear mission: to provide a calm, stress-free…

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Happy Meow-ther’s Day!

Looking for something different to do with Mom that is guaranteed to lower everyone's stress level? Treat her to a day out at Seattle Meowtropolitan, Seattle's first cat cafe, where today's visit is 15% off and includes 50 minutes with kitties and a cafe beverage! I had a chance to pounce in mid-afternoon this week, after bemusedly walking by for months.  While booking my online appointment, I was advised that I may not get a lot of interaction as 2 PM is prime cat nap time. Regardless, entering the tranquil lounge was a…

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I Can Haz Parody

There are a lot of creative people living in Wallingford, and a lot of smart ones, as well as a lot of people who love cats. But only one Wallingford resident could be described as the creative genius of cat videos, and that’s Will Braden: creator of Henri, Le Chat Noir. If you are not yet acquainted with Henri, take a moment to watch the embedded video, which is my personal favorite. (And yes, I am considering how to disguise myself…

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Wally Pets Turns Two

Tomorrow (August 1) from 4pm to 7pm, Wally Pets Food & Supplies Owner, Paul "Brownie" Brown and his friends (including the four-legged, furry kind), will be celebrating his second year of owning the store, located at 4411-C Wallingford Avenue North. Everyone is welcome to stop by and enjoy appetizers and beverages, and he'll also have treats for his feline and canine fans. Here's the invite: I am turning two! Aloha Bra! – it’s a Hawaiian theme so dress in your best summer…

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Nahla Reunites With Her Owner

Back in September, we told you the sad story about Nahla -- the dog who had been stolen out in front of Kate's Pub on September 27. We're happy to report that Nahla was found, almost nine months later, and has been reunited with her owner, Mary, on June 3. We don't have all the specifics yet, but here's what was posted on the Help FIND Nahla Facebook page: Nahla was FOUND!!!!!!!!!!!!! on June 3rd 2013 in the Seattle area. Details…

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