As long as we're talking about fabric, we thought we'd let you know that Fabric Crush, "a fresh, modern fabric boutique specializing in cotton fabrics, patterns and books from a variety of designers", is opening in Wallingford Center. It sounds like they've burst the seams of their old home in Magnolia and have decided to weave themselves into Wallingford, instead. Opening day is Monday, March 15th: This move will allow us to have more classes and much more room for inventory…
Irwin’s was a life saver when my wife and I first moved to Wallingford last summer. It’s not too far from our house –and anyone that’s moved knows that a good cup of coffee and something (like a delicious baked good) to get the muscles moving are important ingredients in getting settled in a new house and neighborhood. On top of that – I work from home – and I NEEDED internet access right away. I was the shabbily dressed guy…
Wallyhood is proudly unveiling its newest neighborhood resource, this one for parents and those wishing they were. We now have an Early Childhood Education round-up of the preschool programs of Wallingford. Our neighborhood is blessed with some very talented and passionate educators. It was my pleasure to tour these facilities and see first hand the top quality education opportunities that are right in our back yard. This project, covering seven preschools and two day care centers with preschool programs, highlights the…
Originally uploaded by MTM Photography After much deliberation, it looks like Wallingford's much-loved Senior Center is here to stay! The Board and executive director have worked to develop a sustainable business model over the past month that they’ll put to use in 2010. The community's significant financial support and an anonymous resident's matching challenge grant of $25,000 majorly contributed to keeping their doors open, says the Board. At this time, the center plans to restart select programs in April and to tentatively restore all services…
Michael Suzerris had a vision: he wanted to create a space in Wallingford where people could come together and advance the kind of projects that he thought would nurture the community: it would be not just a yoga studio, but also a dance space, a coffee house, a kids play area, a barter fair, a community center. As the owner of the Yoga Life studios in Green Lake and Queen Anne, he had experience driving projects like this to completion, and he was…
Jonah at Seattlecrime.com tells us that he heard from a reliable source that Goldie's is under new management, and the liquor board has yet to authorize a license for the new owners. They appear to be closed for now, but we're wondering when and if they'll re-open in the future...
The Eastlake Ave blog reports that the Red Robin restaurant just over the University bridge will be closing its doors for good on March 21st. This is the original Red Robin, and long-time residents may recall a time when the Red Robin's red eyes seemed a good fit for its less-than-family-friendly atmosphere. Full details, including a short history of the Red Robin, over at the Eastlake Ave. blog.