Seattle Public Library University Branch Getting a Makeover

Seattle Public Library patrons in Wallingford have several choices about where to visit the library. The Wallingford Branch is conveniently located right in the neighborhood, but depending on where your other errands take you, perhaps you prefer the Fremont Branch or, like me, the University Branch. I was surprised to learn in January that the University Branch was scheduled to close for renovations on January 29, not to reopen until late 2026! My held items were automatically moved to the Northgate…

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Lincoln High School Student-Athletes: a Story of Courage and Inspiration

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Recently, Claire and Kyra, two seniors at Lincoln High School who have been advocating for athlete health and safety concerns, approached Wallyhood to bring attention to this important issue that they have experienced firsthand. As they noted, “Over the past several years, we've been working toward legislative changes by meeting with state legislators, organizing coach workshops and educational events together, and rallying our peers to address gaps in coaching education that directly impact young athletes’ well-being. “Through our own experience as…

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Coffeeholic House at the Chronicle Apartments on Wallingford Avenue. (Photo by Ashley Nash)

Coffeeholic House: Vietnamese Coffee Shop to Open in Wallingford This Spring

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Coffeeholic House, “Seattle’s Vietnamese coffee haven,” is set to open in Wallingford this spring.  It will be located in the retail space of the Chronicle apartments on Wallingford Avenue N near N 45th Street, but the exact opening date is unknown to the public.  Coffeeholic, self-proclaimed as Seattle's first Vietnamese coffee shop, brings a unique coffee experience to the area. They specialize in coffee “steeped in tradition and served with a modern twist,” the website reads. Coffeeholic isn't the first Vietnamese…

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Wallingford vs. Wallingford: A Faceoff

When I first moved to Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood, I joined a few local Facebook groups to get more connected with the community. It wasn’t until later that I realized one of them was actually for Wallingford, Connecticut. I never left the group—and over time, I became oddly invested in their town debates and local drama. Last week, someone in the Connecticut group asked AI to roast their town and turned it into a humorous tourist video. Inspired, I decided to see…

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Wallyhounds #3

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Hi Readers, Meet Baxter, 11 pounds of fluff and friskiness. I met him a couple weeks ago when it was chilly and he was relishing the sunshine. He can be found cruising the streets nearly every day, greeting all who cross his path. So if you see Baxter on the street, get ready to smile!   Pup’s Name: Baxter Breed and Age: Toy Poodle, 5 years old Human Companions: Christina and Ryder What makes Baxter fabulous: He’s a total love-bug –…

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University House 2025 Holiday Bazaar – Save the Date

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University House Wallingford: Holiday Bazaar 2025 - Save the Date University House Wallingford provides complete living and care solutions for seniors. This friendly community is right in our neighborhood, close to all the best Seattle has to offer.  Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle in an age-restricted setting with plenty of options for entertainment, social events, and activities. Their full schedule of social and educational activities is a structured program which helps all residents maintain a high quality of life. Many of…

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Exploring the Seattle Genealogical Society Library

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Did you ever wonder about your family roots, or how to generate a detailed Family History Tree of your ancestors? Or considered learning more about your ancestors?  Well, the Seattle Genealogical Society is here to help. I have known about the Genealogical Society Library being located in Wallingford's Good Shepherd Center, but I had never taken the time to visit or find out what it had to offer. From the website, the Seattle Genealogical Society (SGS), founded in 1923, is an…

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