All images courtesy of Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren.…
Pot Arrives in Wallingford: Hashtag is Open for Business
Wallingford’s first recreational marijuana store, Hashtag, formally opened its doors for business on Monday at 3540 Stone Way.
Unlike many of its brethren throughout the city, the door isn’t manned by a burly door guard checking IDs, providing an immediately more open atmosphere. So too does the airy space, flooded with lots of natural light.
Selections include several strains and growers along with edibles and equipment. Prices per gram appear to start around $15, from what I could see.
The establishment joins a number of medical marijuana locations already in the neighborhood. If you plan to visit, remember that all …
@Library: Portrait Art Sunday, Game Day Wednesday
Local artist Savvy Dani will be hosting a live portrait sitting at our local Wallingford Library on Sunday, March 22nd, from 1pm to 4pm.
The free event will be geared toward beginning artists, with Dani provided a talk on tips and tricks for those looking to hone in their skills. Both Dani and the model will be available to chat once the painting process begins, according a release.
Artists of all stripes and skill levels are invited to join in the fun and bring their sketchbooks to create artwork of their own.
Dani’s finished painting will go on display at …
Art of Confections Open for Business
A new shop named Art of Confections opened for business last week on N. 45th Street, ready to serve up specialty cakes and sweets.
Run by Shila Jansen, the store features several seating areas, an espresso bar, and of course the main show: row upon row of desserts. Several cakes, ranging from chocolate raspberry to lemon to carrot make their rounds in a revolving display case by the door. Cupcakes, fruit tarts, and a variety of chocolate-covered items sit ready to be devoured in a nearby vitrine.
Though folks are welcome to pop in for a quick bite, Jansen …
Woman Stabbed at 44th & Woodland Park
A woman was stabbed on the sidewalk in Wallingford on Tuesday afternoon in what officers on the scene called an apparent robbery attempt.
The incident took place around 2:15pm at 44th and Woodland Park Ave N as a woman attacked another woman with a knife, according to police.
Officers quickly responded to calls from multiple witnesses, and were able to locate and arrest the suspect.
The victim was transported to Harborview with multiple stab wounds. Officers on scene reported to Wallyhood that the injuries sustained by the woman were non-life-threatening, though the SPD’s Blog reports the opposite.
The incident is …