Two years ago, I took the time to interview my father, who was one of 300 to accompany Martin Luther King on the famous march from Selma to Montgomery in 1965. That march had a profound effect on the course of civil rights in this country, and my father's participation in it had a profound effect on me. I invite you to read, or re-read, the story I wrote two years ago based on that interview: What’s in a name –…
Talk about low: at Baby Z's request, we took a stroll through Wallingford Center last night to play with the train table that has graced the hallway for as long as we remember. Come to find: no trains! The folks at Lil' Klippers told us that all the trains that were on the train table just disappeared one Saturday a few weeks back. They're hoping someone returns them...or donates some new ones. Baby Z's reaction to the train-less train table at left,…
Some neighbors around the Skanska development project at 3400 Stone Way are asking for those with opinions to weigh in proposed height variance being requested by the developer. For a bit of background on the Skanska project from the Skanska perspective, read Chris' interview with Skanska USA's Lisa Picard a few month's back. Below, a shout-out from a group of neighbors led by Katherine Bragdon, Ted Lockery and Paul Willumson who are asking the city to deny the developer's request to grant a…
Next Tuesday Night, January 17, from 6-8pm, Hamilton International Middle School (1610 N. 41st. Street) will host its third annual Science Night, where "Dozens of exhibitors from the UW and local organizations will share their scientific passion through hands-on activities: herpetology, mycology, nanotechnology, oceanography, sustainability and more!" Having been, I can honestly say it's a fun-filled evening guaranteed to bring out the science geek in big kids, little kids, and grown-ups, too. You'll hear lots of "oooh's" and "ahh's" and maybe some "eww's"…
We've been covering the recent proposed boundary changes for John Stanford International School these last few weeks, and now Seattle Public Schools has released an official statement regarding the proposal: On Tuesday, Seattle Public Schools announced proposed changes to the boundaries of the John Stanford International School in Wallingford. The changes were presented at a PTA meeting and will be voted on by the full School Board on Jan. 18. These boundary changes also impact McDonald Elementary and B.F. Day Elementary…
NOTE: Solid waste collections are on regular collection schedule for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, January 16. Seattle's recycling & disposal stations will also remain open on that day. Did you know? Solid waste rates increased 15% for residential customers effective January 1, 2012. New monthly garbage rates - for weekly curbside collection: 12 gallon micro-can: $17.55 20 gallon mini-can: $21.55 one 32 gallon can: $28.05 two 32 gallon or one 64 gallon cart: $56.10 three 32 gallon or one…
You might not spot it at first glance, but tucked away on Interlake Avenue, just above N. 45th and next to the Drum Exchange, there's a new performance space and gallery for Creative Music Adventures. Creative Music Adventures (4501 Interlake Ave N #9) is a music school for kids as young as four years-old, and also for adults. On the school's website, founder Michael Stegner writes: I want to help students respect the music of the past and present, while also…