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Landmarks Preservation Board to consider the 1916 Boren Avenue Property for Landmark Nomination

The Landmarks Preservation Board will consider nomination of the 1916 Boren Avenue property at its meeting on Wednesday, March 5 at 3:30 p.m. in the Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Avenue, 40th Floor, Room 4060. The public is invited to attend the meeting and make comments. Written comments should be… [ Keep reading ]

First Large Project Workshop Tomorrow Night

The first in a series of workshops being offered for applicants to the Neighborhood Matching Fund Large Project Fund is tomorrow night, February 20 from 6-8 p.m. at Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave N.  Attendance at one of the offered workshops is mandatory for groups wishing to apply to… [ Keep reading ]

Landmarks Preservation Board to Consider the Harwood/A.W. Larson Building for Landmark Nomination

The Landmarks Preservation Board will consider nomination of the Harwood / A.W. Larson Building (3206 Harvard Avenue East) at its meeting on Wednesday, March 5 at 3:30 p.m. in the Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Avenue, 40th Floor, Room 4060. The public is invited to attend the meeting and make… [ Keep reading ]

Workshops Offered for Large Projects Fund

Two Neighborhood Matching Fund workshops are happening this month for those interested in applying to the Large Projects Fund. They are: Thursday, February 20, 6 – 8 p.m. Location: Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave North  Tuesday, February 25, 6 – 8 p.m. Location: Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, 4408 Delridge… [ Keep reading ]

A Big THANK YOU to Seattle for Your Contributions to the Pergola, a Historic Landmark

Thanks to you, our Pergola is getting fixed after it was damaged during the rambunctious celebration following our Super Bowl win. Read more about the women who started the crowdfunding, which then inspired additional support from Western Washington Honda Dealers.

Save the Date! Seattle Neighborhood Summit on April 5

Mayor Ed Murray today announced plans to hold a Seattle Neighborhood Summit to improve how the city works with neighborhoods and community leaders. “Seattle’s unique neighborhoods are what make this city special,” said Murray. “I want to build strong relationships with the leaders of these neighborhoods and community members and… [ Keep reading ]

Community Donates Funding to Repair Historic Pergola

Western Washington Honda Dealers Association and Gofundme #HowSeattleRiots creators will present donations of $10,000 and $16,000 respectfully to the Seattle Parks Foundation at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11 in Pioneer Square, 100 Yesler Way. The donations will fund needed repairs for the historic landmark Pergola in the Pioneer Square… [ Keep reading ]

Youth can Connect with Employers and Educators at Resource Fair

Young people ages 15 to 22 are invited to attend the annual Youth Employment, Education and Career Fair on Feb. 19th, 1-4 p.m. at Goodwill Seattle, 700 Dearborn Pl. S, Seattle 98144. Sponsored by Human Services Department’s Seattle Youth Employment Program in partnership with King County, WorkSource Seattle-King County and… [ Keep reading ]

Join us for Waterfront Week, March 5-9

Join us March 5-9 to celebrate all things waterfront. This series of events will reveal the newest design progress, share an insider’s look at how to build a seawall and get us all talking about opportunities for art, design and play on the waterfront and beyond. All Waterfront Week events… [ Keep reading ]

Join in Activities to Celebrate Neighbor Appreciation Day on February 8

Celebrate Seattle’s 20th annual Neighbor Appreciation Day, a special day to reach out to neighbors and express thanks to all who make each neighborhood a great place. City departments, community groups, and residents across Seattle are hosting work parties, special events, guided walks, and fire station open houses on Saturday,… [ Keep reading ]