1601 N. 45th Development Project Design Review

There's a public meeting this Monday for the nascent development project at 1601 N 45th (corner of 45th St and Woodlawn, where Sutra is and Sugar on Top used to be, across from the library and Molly Moon's, as well as the area occupied by three houses on Woodlawn) for Early Design Guidance. The project proposal (available here) describes 38 apartment units with 3 townhouse units behind it, 4,500 sq ft of commercial space and two parking stalls. To make up for the…

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Child Hit By Car

A 12-year-old boy was struck by a car as he walked to Hamilton Middle School this morning. According to witnesses quoted by KOMO and KING 5, the boy was in the crosswalk at N 40th St and Wallingford Ave when a Honda Civic ran a red light and struck him. The boy boy somersaulted over the hood and hit the windshield. He was taken to the hospital, but was conscious and talking and is expected to recover. School is in session again. Please be…

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Two Community Meals and a Movie

There’s a lot to harvest in September at Wallingford Community Senior Center! Collaborating with local organizations is one way we build community across generations. Join us this month for these fun events! Saturday, September 6th from 9:30 Am – 12 PM, join us for our Harvest Breakfast Burrito Bar! Bring the whole family to celebrate the harvest in the most delicious way! Join us for a harvest breakfast including build-your-own breakfast burritos, muffins, fruit, and beverages. Afterwards, visit Seattle Tilth’s 27th Annual…

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Helicopter

If you're wondering what the helicopter buzzing over east Wallingford / U-District is, it appears to be related to a police response to someone with a knife. The suspect is in police custody now. https://twitter.com/uwalert/status/507682327544467456

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Seattle Tilth Harvest Fair This Weekend

Seattle Tilth's annual Harvest Fair at Meridian Park is coming up this weekend, Saturday, September 6th: After an especially hot Seattle summer, local farms and gardens are overflowing with colorful and delicious produce. Experience the amazing flavors of summer! Seattle Tilth’s Harvest Fair invites you to participate in fun activities to enjoy harvest season and glean some ideas and inspiration to take advantage of the bounty. Now in its 27th year, this family friendly festival is on Saturday, September 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Meridian Park…

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September Meaningful Movie Line-Up

Rick Turner sent in this line-up for the Friday Night at the Meaningful Movies for September, which kicks off a new film season on Friday, September 5th with a movie, drum performance and ice cream social: Sweet Dreams Friday, September 5, 6:30 PM (note early start time) (89 min, Lisa Fruchtman, Rob Fruchtman, 2012) And a special drum performance by Simone Ladrumma and Friends Join the festivities: 6:30: A Neighborhood Ice Cream Social (Thanks to Snoqualmie Ice Cream) 6:30: Drumming Performance…

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