Wallingford, Seattle

Traffic / Parking for New 45th St Development

More details are emerging on the new development project slated for the corner of 45th St and Woodlawn Ave, stretching from Sutra's yoga studio to the corner, and a three houses down Woodlawn (see 1601 N. 45th Development Project Design Review here on Wallyhood for background). A Traffic and Parking Study produced by Transportation Engineers/Planners William Popp Associates describes some key departures from the earlier proposal, which described 38 apartment units with three townhouse units, plus 4,500 sq ft of commercial space.: This project is a 4-story…

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Solar at Green Lake Church

Jen Astion from St Andrew's Church (111 NE 80th St) writes: St. Andrew’s Church near Green Lake will be the first Episcopal church in Seattle to produce its own clean energy when it installs solar panels startingFebruary 2, 2015. St. Andrew’s church has worked since 2008 to increase its energy efficiency and wants to decrease its carbon footprint even more by producing its own solar energy. This project is funded by the congregation and benefits from production incentives from Seattle City Light…

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Stoneway Hardhawks

Sal Celis sent in these shots, with the accompanying story: Last week I did a quick run to Stoneway Hardware in Wallingford. I took my camera with me since I’m always looking to find something of interest to document in our area. As I was leaving the store notice the Seahawks wheelbarrows at at the front of the store and thought to myself how great these guys supporting the Seattle Seahawks. Then I turned the corner and ran into Joel, who was in the…

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Billy Dee Williams at Scarecrow

Billy Dee Williams, best known for his role as the dashing Lando Calrissian in the Star Wars series, will be gracing the Cloudy City with his presence this Saturday, including a stop at Scarecrow Video from noon to 2 pm: Scarecrow Video is honored to welcome the legendary BILLY DEE WILLIAMS to our store on Saturday, January 31st course one of the stars of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, as well as films like Lady Sings the Blues and Nighthawks. He is…

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Lots to Love at WCSC in February

Join us at Wallingford COMMUNITY Senior Center for these programs brought to you with lots of heart in February! (NOTE: All programs listed here take place at Wallingford Community Senior Center, unless otherwise noted.) Pancake Breakfast with Heart Celebrate Valentine’s Day by sharing a hot, freshly prepared breakfast with others in the community! Pancakes made with heart designs, French toast, ham, vegetarian sausage, beverages and more! Advance registration appreciated, drop-ins also welcome. Sunday, February 8, 2015, 9 am – 12 pm $5…

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Gypsy Squares Return

David writes: For two years, our band hosted a monthly community square dance at the Gypsy Cafe. Now that it has become the newly updated Stone Way Cafe (3510 Stone Way Ave N), we are starting up the event again, last Saturday of the month (starting this Saturday, January 31) from 7 - 9:30 pm. It's $5 / person (under 18 always free) and all ages are welcome. It's a really fun time. It would be great to include more neighbors.

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