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Wallybits: Seattle Public Schools edition

Here's some news we've accumulated regarding our neighborhood's public schools: Hamilton earns "Schools of Distinction" honor Hamilton International Middle School was one of five schools named "2011 Schools of Distinction." The schools are chosen for outstanding academic improvements in math and reading and have been ranked in the top 5% of highest-improving schools in the state. This is the second year in a row that Hamilton earned this distinction. Early Kindergarten enrollment for fall 2012, in-person Monday, Oct. 24 If you've…

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Holiday Cheers to Wallingford

I know what you're thinking: "Holidays? Already? Really?" Well, honestly, it's not too far off and now's the time to start filling up the calendar with parties to celebrate the season. Be sure to include "Holiday Cheers to Wallingford" which is coming to Wine World on Tuesday, November 15, from 6-9pm. Wallingford businesses will fill the event room, showing off their wares, giving away some goodies and generally having some festive get-to-know-you times. Tickets are $25 per person, and you can register…

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Brooks Sports will move to Wallingford

Brooks Sports, a manufacturer of running shoes, apparel and gear announced today that it will move its global headquarters from Bothell to the new Skanska development at 3400 Stone Way. According to the press release: With a move-in date slated for late 2013, Brooks Sports, Inc.—parent company to Brooks and Moving Comfort—will occupy roughly 80,000 usable square feet of the 120,000-square-foot building, which is located across the street from Seattle’s popular Burke-Gilman Trail. The ground floor of the new Brooks headquarters building…

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Wally Pets costume contest

Wally Pets announces their 1st Annual Costume Masquerade! Dress your pet in costume and swing by Wally Pets from October 28-31 for a chance to win Best Dressed pet! Wouldn't that be cool? Your pooch winning Best Dressed? Imagine how your neighbors will smile through clenched teeth, how they'll demonstrate petty jealousy as you and your winning weiner (dog) stroll past. But it's not just about the title. There are real stakes involved here:  the winner will receive a free 15…

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Halloween at Wallingford Center

Bring your little ghosts and goblins (or in my case, Super Mario and Princess Peach) to Wallingford Center on Halloween (Monday, October 31) from 4-7pm for some tricks and treats, Wally style. Before you head out, check the pantry to see if you've got any non-perishable food items to donate for the center's 5th Annual Fall Food Drive, which will benefit FamilyWorks. See ya there!

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Derby Salon hosts fundraiser at Wine World

This Friday, October 21, Derby Salon is hosting its fifth annual "Beautify for Breast Cancer" event at Wine World (400 NE 45th St.) beginning at 6pm. The fundraiser is in honor of Stacey Piper, a former stylist of Derby Salon who lost her life to breast cancer, leaving behind her daughter, 6 year-old Peyton Piper. Derby will donate all proceeds from the night to breast cancer research and to Peyton Piper's benevolent fund. The event includes a hair show, "Locks of…

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The Anna Banana Milk Fund

Last week, Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream was lauded as Small Business of the Year by King County Executive Dow Constantine. Now, owner Molly Moon Neitzel has propelled herself into orbital awesomeness by teaming up with Wallingford's FamilyWorks and introducing the Anna Banana Milk Fund. With $10 donations a month, the Anna Banana Milk Fund will provide individuals and families with enough organic whole milk for an entire month. The deliveries will be made every week to FamilyWorks by Smith Brothers Farms,…

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