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Stories in Place: Grand Illusion Cinema takes an intermission after 50+ years of movie magic

“It’s about bringing in a community, having that experience that you’re not going to get with streaming, you’re only going to get with a room full of people.” After more than 50 years of catering to students, film buffs, and neighbors looking for a space to gather and belong, Seattle’s… [ Keep reading ]

Preserving the legacy and cultural significance of Central Area staple, Byrd Barr Place

“Preserving these spaces isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about ensuring future generations know who came before them, the battles fought, and the resilience that built this city. Seattle thrives when it honors its past while building its future.” The landscape of the Central Area has changed drastically over the past 50… [ Keep reading ]

Indigenous Advisory Council accepting applications for youth position

Seeking Indigenous youth aged 18-29 for open council position. The City of Seattle is now accepting applications for the youth position on the Indigenous Advisory Council, a nine-member commission representing the Seattle region’s Indigenous communities. The deadline to apply is June 12, 2025. All members shall demonstrate a commitment to advancing Indigenous knowledge, values,… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Harrell seeks new member for the Pioneer Square Preservation Board

Mayor Bruce Harrell invites community members to apply for open positions on the Pioneer Square Preservation Board. Open positions include a Property Owner position, and the At-Large position, Retail Owner position and an Attorney position and Human Services position. Individuals who have an interest in historic preservation and/or familiarity with… [ Keep reading ]

Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board Announces Candidates for Annual Election

The Ballard Avenue Landmark District (BLD) Board is holding its annual election of board members. Community members who are registered for this election will receive a ballot and self-addressed stamped envelope by mail. Physical ballots must be received by the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods by Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Voters… [ Keep reading ]

Community volunteers needed to advise on zoning modifications at Aki Kurose Middle School

The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is seeking volunteers for an advisory committee to make recommendations on zoning modification requests for Aki Kurose Middle School located at 3928 S. Graham St., Seattle, WA 98118. The Seattle School District is requesting the following modifications (also known as “departures”) from City zoning regulations… [ Keep reading ]

Stories in Place: The Pioneer Square Pergola

The Pioneer Square Pergola by Michelle M. Our city is full of unique places that play a significant role in shaping our communities and our individual and collective identities. As Seattle continues to grow and change, we asked the community to share some of the local places that hold compelling… [ Keep reading ]

Celebrate Neighbor Day by amplifying kindness and building community

It’s easy to feel isolated in a fast-paced world frequently dominated by tragic headlines and polarizing viewpoints that create divisions between people. But as the weather warms and spring blooms dot the landscape, we encourage you to slow down, take a breath, and remember that we are all in this… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Harrell seeks members for four Landmarks Preservation Board positions

Mayor Bruce Harrell is seeking new members to serve on the Landmarks Preservation Board in the following positions: At-Large, Historian, Finance, and Structural Engineer. The 12-member Landmarks Preservation Board makes recommendations to Seattle City Council for landmark designation, and reviews proposed alterations to designated features of landmark properties. The Board… [ Keep reading ]

Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board Notice of Election

The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) Historic Preservation Program conducts an annual election for the selection of Ballard Avenue Landmark District Board members who have been nominated by the community. All residents, persons who operate businesses, and property owners in the Ballard Avenue Landmark District, who have registered to vote… [ Keep reading ]