Last week's What in the Wallingford contest didn't turn out to be tough one...if you frequent the back streets of South Wallingford. This cool mural adorns the entryway to the Inner Space indoor skate park down on 35th St. and Stone Way N. That great shot was taken by Yani Wood (aka Yani Nation on Flickr). Congratulations to Kevin, who's correct answer was selected at random. He'll be receiving a $10 gift card to Smash Wine Bar and Bistro, who's patio welcomes…
Here's a glimpse of what people are saying in our Wallyhood Forums this week. Want to interact with your neighbors? Head over to the Forums to ask a question, share a tip, or just join the conversation! Several folks are fired up over volunteers vs. unions in the thread "Saying 'NO' to Volunteers" Karla asks that neighbors have an "Awareness of wheelchairs in our neighborhood" There are two reports of car break-ins: here and here. And finally, what the heck is…
While Tangletown's Hiroki (2224 N. 56th St.) is known for their delectable specialty desserts, here's one more reason to tempt you to visit their bakery: Wallyhood reader Abigail let us know about a unique sculpture exhibit by artist Kat Taylor, currently featured at the shop through the end of May. Three sculptures of women, including the piece in the photo on the right, are prominently featured in the shop alongside the eastern-facing windows, that Abigail described as "peaceful and powerful", and…
Every spring, our dining room table is cluttered with Easter baskets, boxes of stale Peeps, plastic eggs, and chocolate rabbits. Oddly enough, though, I never really questioned the correlation between Easter and rabbits. I just took for granted they always lived hand in hand, until I came across some information about the ritual's origins. Turns out, we have the Germans to thank for importing the Easter Bunny into American folklore. He first appeared on the scene during the 16th century, when…
Earth Day was launched on April 22nd, 1970 and is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement. This year, Earth Day's theme is A Billion Acts of Green: our people-powered campaign to generate a billion acts of environmental service and advocacy. Wow, that's a tall order! But no worries, you can start doing your part by joining the Earth Day celebration at Gas Works. Sierra Club, CoolMom, Earth Ministry, Washington Environmental Council and Climate Solutions host a free community Earth…
RoKet over at the Seattlest has another Re:Take photo and story from the archives, this one of a stately old home at 42nd and Burke. The 1916 photo is below, courtesy of the Seattle Municipal Archives, but head on over to the Seattlest to learn what this house has to do with the Aurora Bridge (and what the pooch in the pictures name is).
Last month, we told you the Wallingford Chamber of Commerce was soliciting vendors for the first annual "Cheers to Wallingford" Business Expo. Now we get to tell you that the vendors are all in place, and the Expo is here! What: First ever Wallingford Business Expo When: Thursday, April 21 4pm - 7pm Where: Wine World Warehouse, just off I-5 at 400 NE 45th St Cost: Nada, zilch, free! The Wallingford Neighborhood Office says, "Everyone is welcome! Come enjoy the best…