As summer winds down so too does Historic Wallingford’s self-guided summertime activity Exploring Wallingford. The organization teamed up with four neighborhood sponsor businesses to offer this exploration of the neighborhood. The public is invited to pick up a free brochure through September 15 at these locations:  

Verity Credit Union – 4545 Stone Way N Cedarhouse Flowers – 1621 N 45th St. Yazdi – Wallingford Center, 1815 N 45th St. Slave to the Needle Tattoo – 403 NE 45th St. 

The rich, colorful brochure highlights 18 natural, historical, and artistic points of interest on Wallingford Hill between 40th and …

Friends of Meridian Playground (FOMP) will host a “Bandstand Bash” Tuesday afternoon, September 12 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at the covered picnic shelter (also called the Summer House). Meridian Playground is located just southeast of N 50th St and Meridian Ave N. The Summer House is at the southeast edge of the park, between the playground and the Good Shepherd Center, just north of the P-Patch.

Come and enjoy snacks, games, music and dancing. Celebrate the 41st anniversary of the bandstand and learn about its mysterious disappearing crowning decoration. There will be an opportunity to sample some of the …

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:

Come see us live at…

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 …