Margaret, Author at Wallyhood

Wallingford Tully’s to close on Sunday

Margaret October 10, 2012 42 Comments

The Seattle Times reports that Tully’s Coffee has filed for bankruptcy protection and plans to close 9 company-run stores this Sunday, including the Wallingford location (2100 N. 45th St.). CEO Scott Pearson told the Times, “We’re at a point where we need to position Tully’s for the future.” “We need to be able to keep this company operating, and this is the best option for us.”

Thanks to Paul who sent us the tip, adding, “Sucks, because the 45th/Meridian location was a very convenient alternative to Starbucks and right next to the Msft Connector stops.”

It’s such a great spot, …

There’s a cat stuck near the top of this tree

Margaret October 10, 2012 4 Comments

Update, 10/10 at 8:32pm: More good news! “Muffy” the cat has been reunited with her family. Here’s what Jenny told us:

Wow…life is funny sometimes…I had 10 posters I was going to post in the neighborhood. When I was posting, and only on my second one, I freakishly ran into the owners! I was starting the second one, when a very nice man and woman approached me and asked me if I was posting about a lost cat, and I said, “No, a found cat.” And they said, “Really? we are missing ours”….and one thing led to another. Now Muffy,…

No Woodlawn Santa this year

Margaret October 10, 2012 Comments are off

Sharon Ehrig, also known as Wallingford’s Woodlawn Santa, phoned to let us know she won’t be able to don the red suit and wave from her porch during this year’s holiday season:

“Because of my husband’s needs this year and our health, I’m not doing Santa, much to my dismay,” she told me. “I’ll decorate the porch a little bit, but I’ll definitely be downsizing this year, which is really a blow for me.”

In years past (16, to be exact!) Sharon has lovingly festooned her home with over 15,000 lights, reindeer, snowmen, and candy canes and so much more. …

Safe Communities Meeting next week

Margaret October 5, 2012 1 Comment

The North Precinct of the Seattle Police Department is holding a Safe Communities meeting next Wednesday, October 10, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the North Seattle Community College cafeteria. The Safe Communities initiative is part of the Seattle Police Department (SPD) 20/20 Plan, designed to bring 20 reforms to the SPD over the next 20 months. One of these reforms includes reducing crime and creating safer neighborhoods.

The meeting is a chance for the public to hold a discussion with with police officers and City departments about chronic neighborhood issues and concerns and how to improve safety.

If you can’t …

Julia’s Bakery re-opens this weekend

Margaret October 4, 2012 Comments are off

Good news for Wallingford’s lovers of baked goods: Julia’s Bakery is planning to re-open its doors this Saturday, October 6, at 8am. The bakery closed in late August, but the writing on the bakery’s windows indicate that it will be open on Saturday. Here’s the scoop on Julia’s Wallingford Bakery Facebook page:

We will be offering a range of baked goods, including our house cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting, vegan and gluten-free products, espresso drinks and fresh daily specials using seasonal ingredients.

Mmmmm, cinnamon rolls……

Fall Carnival for Equality

Margaret October 4, 2012 Comments are off

Election Day is right around the corner folks, and this year, there are so many important issues to consider on the local and state level. One such issue, of course, is Referendum 74, the marriage equality law.

Fuel Coffee is one of several Wallingford businesses in support of Referendum 74, and to fundraise for the Washington United for Marriage coalition, they’re hosting a Fall Carnival this Sunday, October 7, at 3pm. Here’s what Fuel’s manager, Bam writes:

Please join us at Wallingford Fuel Coffee for the Fall Carnival on Sunday, October 7th at 3pm. There will be a photo booth, …

Benefit Rummage Sale this Saturday

Margaret October 3, 2012 2 Comments

Gift of Grace Church (2102 N. 40th St.) will be the site for a rummage sale this Saturday, October 6, from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The organizers are raising money for the Global Seva Challenge 2012, dedicated to raising awareness of sex trafficking and providing support for women and children. All proceeds go to the rescue, rehabilitation, and healing of those sold into slavery.

If you have any gently used household items, small furniture, camping gear, books, clothing, art, or children’s items, you can drop them off at the church on Friday, October 5 from 9:00am – 5:00pm, or email Gretchen …

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