WARNING: Distressing content follows.

I was on my way back from Fred Meyer and found NE 40th blocked at Latona by police vehicles…never a good sign. Upon walking down to see what was going on, one of the police officers recognized me: “Hey, you’re the guy from…Wallyworld.” We had interacted at a vacant home fire over on 5th NE a while back. I asked him what was going on, but he deferred…said he couldn’t say.

But, a couple of my neighbors could. They heard a gunshot around 3 a.m., followed by commotion and cries for help. They called …

If you’ve ever thought about ‘getting your affairs in order’ this is the workshop for you.

Ready for Aging is a workshop for seniors on how to prepare for aging and end of life planning and organization. With important information for everyone to learn, this class welcomes and engages people of all ages. Join to learn how you can be best prepared!

“Your family will praise you for your consideration!” – Ready for Aging participant

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

1::00 to 4:00 pm

$10 members, $20 non-members

Call to register: 206-461-7825

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The Wallingford Local radio program, produced through a joint effort of Historic Wallingford, the farmers market and SPACE 101 FM, has been airing on the last Wednesday of each month live from our farmers market since May. In June, Julie and I were invited to talk about Wallyhood, and last month, I was back to help host a trivia contest. This coming Wednesday, I’ll be on the air again for the fourth episode of the Wallingford Local. (I’m not sure if that’s a warning or an enticement.)

There are a number of ways to listen:

Date: Thursday, August 31 Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Place: Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. Ste 140

We received this announcement from the Wallingford Community Senior Center:

WCSC is happy to invite the community to a talent show and makers showcase on the lower level of the Good Shepherd Center (4649 Sunnyside Ave. Ste 140) Featuring a variety of entertainers, art, jewelry, handmade goods, and more. Come support your community’s talented members, and enjoy the show! And it’s free!…

Not too long ago Wallyhood ran a story about an application deadline for a lottery for free trees from the City. Well the City had a few more of the large trees than they had applications. Here is your second chance to snag a free tree from the City. You can get an  Aptos Blue coastal redwood, Jubilee Alaska yellow cedar, Urban Pinnacle bur oak, and European beech, for your yard without a waitlist. They also have Decaf Kentucky coffee tree available for your yard with a short waitlist so there is a good chance of getting one.

These trees …

Kostas Opa is in a “soft opening” this week for lunch. They are offering a variety of classic Greek fare as well as American comfort food. They expect to be fully open also for dinner either by this weekend or early next week.  You may recall that Kostas Opa used to be located in Fremont across from the “Waiting for the Interurban” statue. Same folks, same good food. Show them some love and check it out.

You will find them at 1924 N 45th, next door to Murphy’s at N 45th and Meridian Ave N. Take out is available, call …

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THE 2023 GREAT WALLINGFORD WURST FESTIVAL

Friday & Saturday, September 15 & 16, 2023

St Benedict Catholic School is carrying on the 40 year tradition with the return of its annual fundraiser: The Great Wallingford Wurst Festival, Friday & Saturday, September 15 and 16, 2023.

The Wurst Festival is held on the school grounds (between 48^th and 49^th streets on Wallingford Ave.), and is a community, family-friendly street fair featuring live music from 16 local musical acts and bands, great food, bouncy houses, a “Fun Zone” filled with games for kids with fun prizes, a …