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Historic Preservation Program hosts insurance seminar

The Pioneer Square – International District Community Preservation & Development Authority, Daniels Development Company and the City of Seattle Office of Historic Preservation present:   Brian Phoebus, National Trust Insurance Services (NTIS) speaking on Insuring Historic Buildings NTIS is the nation’s leading insurance agency specifically designed to offer comprehensive insurance… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Seeks Candidates for Pioneer Square Preservation Board

SEATTLE – Mayor Mike McGinn invites residents to apply for three open positions (one architect, one attorney and one retail owner in Pioneer Square) on the Pioneer Square Preservation Board. Individuals who have an interest in the historical preservation of the district are encouraged to apply. The 10-member Pioneer Square… [ Keep reading ]

Lavender sale fundraiser for Interbay P-Patch Garden

The Interbay P-Patch Garden will be holding a U-Pick lavender sale the weekends of July 10-11 and July17-18.  Several lavender varieties, which can be used for craft, decorative or culinary purposes, will be offered.  Lavender wands, lavender wreaths and lavender sachets will also be available.  Prices are $3.00 for a… [ Keep reading ]

Blues for Food Fest Supports P-Patch Trust

This upcoming Labor Day weekend there is a less expensive alternative to fairs and concerts: Blues for Food Fest, a festival that stars local blues bands and has non-alcoholic beverages, children’s activities, and slow cooked BBQ from Pete’s wicked rack BBQ.  The purpose of the festival, other than to celebrate… [ Keep reading ]

P-Patch Program’s partner, P-Patch Trust, is hosting the 2010 Chef in the Garden Dinner

Renowned Chef Tom Douglas is bringing his genius for magical menus to the P-Patch Trust’s Chef in the Garden event on Tuesday, July 20 Interbay P-Patch: 2451 15th Ave West This al fresco evening in the Interbay P-Patch will feature Tom as the guest chef, preparing an array of dishes… [ Keep reading ]

Deadline for Neighborhood Advisory Committee applications June 30

The deadline to apply for positions on the Neighborhood Advisory Committees for the Rainier Beach and Broadview-Bitter Lake-Haller Lake Neighborhoods is June 30.  Please click here for more information and application.

Neighborhood Matching Fund supported Junction Plaza Park to hold Grand Opening June 29

The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Neighborhood Matching Fund awarded this project $98,761 for site prep, utilities installation, concrete work including sidewalks, ADA ramp, seat walls, plaza, performance stage, pathways, and some artistic enhancements as well as electrical service and lighting, and irrigation system. Please click here for more information and… [ Keep reading ]

City Council to hold Public Hearing on Urban Agriculture July 21

 The Seattle City Council’s Regional Development and Sustainability Committee will be holding a public hearing on amendments to the Land Use Code governing urban agriculture uses,including new standards and definitions for urban farms and community gardens. If adopted, these uses would be permitted in all zones, with some limitations in industrial… [ Keep reading ]

Historic Pioneer Square building now a hotel

The Marriott Hotel opened in the 106-year-old Alaska Building, a historic building recognized for its significance in the Pioneer Square Preservation District.  Alterations to the building were reviewed by the Preservation Board, which included keeping the original windows and developing a creative solution for seismic upgrades.  To read more about… [ Keep reading ]

Neighborhood Matching Fund supports home for homeless youth

The Ballard Tribune reported on the Labateyah Youth Home in Crown Hill.  The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Neighborhood Matching Fund awarded a $17,000 Small and Simple award to the Friends of Labateyah group for a master site plan for this home for teens.  Read the article  here.