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John Stanford International School

Shannon March 18, 2011 2 Comments

Continuing our series of schools within the Wallingford attendance area, here’s a look at John Stanford International School.

As a part of the Seattle Public Schools, John Stanford International School is a nationally acclaimed and award winning K-5 elementary school right in the heart of Wallingford. Students who attend John Stanford International School (JSIS) will learn half the day in either Spanish or Japanese.

A bit of history: The landmark school was built in 1906, as one of nineteen wood frame schoolhouses based on a “model plan.” James Stephen, the designer for Latona, was the Seattle School District architect from …

Wallyhood Forums Round-Up

Shannon March 2, 2011 2 Comments

Want to spread the word or have something to share with the neighborhood? Check out the forums section of Wallyhood for announcements, referrals, questions, and of course Wallingford neighborhood gossip! Here are some highlights:

The Panhandling discussion continues as several of our readers have reported an SUV trying to scam individuals into giving them gas money or money for their children. Maybe someone will obtain the license plate number and report the information–be on alert Wallyhood! Need a good place to donate clothes like reader rupert? The Bargain Fair Thrift Store (1415 N. 45th Street) takes donations, which help support…

‘Zoo Doo’ is Poo for You

Shannon March 1, 2011 Comments are off

Here’s an interesting Wallingford fact: did you know we are neighbors to the most exotic “doo” in the Pacific Northwest? Well, if you didn’t know–now you do! Call yourself lucky because Woodland Park Zoo is the home to this amazing and nutrient packed “doo” and if your luck continues you may be able to obtain some of this prized Zoo Doo for your garden or yard.

The twice yearly event, Fecal Fest is fast approaching at the Woodland Park Zoo. Due to a limited amount of “doo” Fecal Fest is lottery based and beginning March 1-18, Woodland Park Zoo is …

Fresh Fitness on Solid Ground and Fit to Feed

Shannon March 1, 2011 1 Comment

Have you been telling yourself lately that you need to get to the gym or try a new workout? Well, let me give you a good reason and a little push to try the newest workout craze Zumba, at Fresh Fitness and Dance Fit to Feed Fundraiser Event (4430 Corliss Ave North), Friday, March 4th, 6:30 pm.

You may be asking, “what is Zumba?” According to Fresh Fitness and Dance:

Zumba® fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program. Zumba® wants you to want to work out, to love it, and to get hooked. Zumba® …

New Irwin’s Underway

Shannon February 18, 2011 10 Comments

Construction is underway for a new Irwin’s Neighborhood Bakery and Cafe at 301 NE 65th Street in Green Lake. Irwin’s is already home to two other locations: Wallingford (2123 N. 40th St.) and Eastlake (1201 B. Eastlake Ave. E.). The new location will be on the corner of 65th and Latona, where PetDaddy was before someone crashed their truck into the store last year.

Irwin’s owner Linda Fecher gave us the scoop:

It’s official! Irwin’s is excited to be opening another location and construction is expected to be finished mid-April. This cafe will be similar to their 40th Street cafe, …

Wallyhood Weekend Round-Up

Shannon February 17, 2011 3 Comments

Is the snow going to arrive or are we going to be fooled yet again? Either way, Wallyhood has covered the weekend neighborhood activities for our readers. Take a look at the neighborhood happenings and attend a wine tasting (or a perhaps a few) and make sure to stay warm. Happy weekend, Wallyhood!

Friday:

5:00-7:00pm City Cellars (1710 North 45th Street) Cahors Wine Tasting, $3.00-$5.00. 6:00pm Wine World (400 NE 45th Street), Wine Tasting-Brian Carter Cellars, Di Stefano Winery, Bodegas Frontaura, and Argentina Malbec. 7:00-9:30pm Friday Night at the Meaningful Movies at Keystone Congregational United Church of Christ (5019 Keystone…

Wallingford Greenhouse Project Needs Volunteers

Shannon February 15, 2011 1 Comment

Calling all Wallingford green thumbs!

The Greenhouse Project is looking to recruit some volunteers to help grow fresh and organic produce for local food banks. Volunteers will be dedicating their time towards growing thousands of vegetable starts in a lower Wallingford greenhouse, which then will be distributed by Lettuce Link to P-Patches around the city. All vegetables will then be donated to food banks.

If you’re interested in volunteering for the local greenhouse project there is an orientation and workshop on Saturday, February 26, 10:00am-12:00pm at Solid Ground (1501 North 45th Street).

According to the Greenhouse Project:

We are looking …

Ben on SPS Updates Wallingford Playfield Public Meeting- Nov 20thBoth schools are here and not going anywhere. Past grievances with the school di...
Greg Flood on SPS Updates Wallingford Playfield Public Meeting- Nov 20thHmmm… let’s see… upgrade Hamilton, but stop maintaining Wallingford Playfield an...
Ben on Letter in Support of Japanese Dual Language Immersion at JSISJohn Stanford has been a dual-language immersion school for 24 years, but it has...
tj on Letter in Support of Japanese Dual Language Immersion at JSISMandarin programs are at Beacon Hill and Dearborn Park. Those programs need more...
ematza on Letter in Support of Japanese Dual Language Immersion at JSISI completely agree and would even argue that they need to find the funds to offe...