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This post comes to us from neighbor Margaret Jerabek, age 10. Register now for the final guided neighborhood tour for the Visions of Wallingford project. Melissa Irish will walk us through the “eclectic side” of 45th street this Thursday, July 7, 2-4pm. A local group of residents, including several school kids, parents and even a six-month-old baby toured Wallingford on Sunday June 26. This guided neighborhood tour was part of the Visions of Wallingford community filmmaking project. We met up at…

This July 4 brought back the Seafair celebration and fireworks at Gas Works for the first time since 2019. If you couldn't attend, here is what you missed!

If you will be walking around Wallingford on our nation's holiday, you might want venture over towards Fremont and stop by 1005 N 36th Street where Loren Kinman and fellow quizmasters have been hosting a Constitutional Quiz every July 4th for 20 years (not counting a hiatus the last two years)! For a mere $0.10, you can enter the contest. If you answer the question correctly, you win an ice-cold American beer. To celebrate the 20th year, the first person to…

After a two-year, pandemic-induced hiatus, the Seafair Summer Fourth celebration on Lake Union and at Gas Works park will take place once again this Independence Day! This year’s celebration is sponsored by Amazon. You’ve probably heard of them. While festivities culminate with the fireworks display after dark, events and entertainment begin mid-afternoon and stretch through day. Two beer gardens will be available to slake your thirst, and of course, there will be food. Live music will be performed throughout the day…

Best patio in Seattle has a new contender — and it’s right here in Wallingford. Some months ago, I noticed Bowriders Grill pop up on Google maps right on the water, directly next to Westward. Eager for outdoor dining that might be easier to obtain without a reservation, my husband and I went on a scouting mission (aka mid-day beer break). We were delighted with what we found. The views and the vibes at Bowriders were out of this world. Sitting…

The final lineup is here! Hope to see you in the 'hood this coming Saturday...