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Category Archives: In the Neighborhood
Tech support available at the nearby Memory Hub
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SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR THE MEMORY HUB
Do you enjoy hospitality and connecting with people? Would you like to be part of building a welcoming and vibrant community center for people with memory loss and their families, here on First Hill? Join the team at the new … Continue reading
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A nearby incredible resource – The Memory Hub
This week marked an exciting transition for the Memory Hub! Since March 2022 we have been open for scheduled activities and events – but as of this week, we are now have public open hours from 9 a.m. – 3 … Continue reading
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Exploring Seattle pedestrian tunnels
Thanks to Mary M. David B. Williams is the son of Skyline resident Jackie Williams. Open in app or online A weekly newsletter by David B. Williams, www.geologywriter.com. Human Habitrails Seattle’s Pedestrian Tunnels DAVID B. WILLIAMS JAN 12 SAVE ▷ LISTEN … Continue reading
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Winter Storm Warning
Thanks to Mary M. The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Seattle and surrounding areas from 7:00 PM Monday through 7:00 PM Tuesday. Snow accumulations from 2-8 inches are possible. Heavy accumulating snow will likely impact … Continue reading
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Appreciating our staff!
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The Vicissitudes of Nanohabitats
Thanks to Mary M. by David B. Williams (author and son of resident Jackie Williams) The other day when it was snowing, my wife and I took a short walk from our house. We headed north two blocks, then east … Continue reading
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Kaiser Permanente pays over $36M for Yesler Terrace site on 9th Avenue just south of Harborview. Nine story facility planned.
Ed Note: If you happen to receive your care from Kaiser Permanente (this editor does not), this construction may bring much of your care, possibly including urgent care, much closer to home. As planned, Kaiser Permanente has paid a little … Continue reading
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Tech lab at the Memory Hub
Ed Note: Great program at the nearby (steps away) Memory Hub on Columbia.
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Poor air quality — stay indoors if possible
The best air quality is east Puget Sound or up in the San Juan Islands. Seattle area today shows generally unhealthy air. Click here for the latest air quality map.
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Freeway Park annual autumn neighborhood clean-up
This Saturday, October 15th, join the Freeway Park Association and First Hill Improvement Association for our annual autumn neighborhood clean-up! Help us beautify our community by picking up litter around Freeway Park and the First Hill neighborhood. Trash bags, trash … Continue reading
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What’s going on at 707 Terry?
It seems kind of quiet at the twin “leaning” towers across from the Frye. Does anyone have specific information on the absence of workers there? There are currently 24 active liens at this address with a reported total value of $53,237,520.54. Click here … Continue reading
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4th-floor garden at Skyline West
In case you missed the reception…. Looking northeast toward 8th Ave.
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In Seattle, It’s Almost Normal
Ed note: This cheery review pretty much ignores the downtown situation, crime, drugs and the homeless–but perhaps seeing the glass half full is agood reminder of the strengths of our city. In the NYT by By David Laskin On Feb. 9, … Continue reading
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Newsletter from the Memory Hub
Your monthly update of news and events from the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center and the UW Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Have you visited the nearby Memory Hub yet and learned about all their resources to support both … Continue reading
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Gala for the Asian Hall of Fame
November 18, 2022 5:00 – 8:00 PM Sky View Observatory700 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104 Join some Skyliners, have a superb dinner, listen to great music and a have chance to celebrate and honor the Asian community. Click here https://www.asianhalloffame.org/tickets … Continue reading
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Events and Programs at the Memory Hub
FREE 30 minute Memory Navigator consultations provided by an Alzheimer’s Association care consultant on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Discuss resources for living well with memory loss or caregiving. Sign up here. Relaunch of the Alzheimer’s Cafe with the Frye Art Museum, 2:30-4 … Continue reading
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Graystone’s extra floors
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Making ‘scents’ of how Seattle smelled a century ago
Thanks to Mary M. BY FELIKS BANELReporting live from Seattle’s past With the arrival of 90+ degree heat this week, downtown Seattle is getting that summer-in-the-city smell once again – part seaweed, part exhaust, with maybe a pinch of rotting garbage … Continue reading
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Whimsey Walks
Thanks to Mary M. Moss(feed)back A new app?“Apologies for the email out of the blue, Mr. Berger. I am a physician/epidemiologist, formerly on faculty at UW, and also a ceramic artist. I recently started up a project with some neighbors … Continue reading
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Reflections from Graystone
NW-facing windows at Skyline East are going to get lots of sunlight reflected into them on winter afternoons.
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The missing support at Graystone’s NE corner
A curious omission. Any other guesses?
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Vito’s Go Fund Me
Thanks to Frank C. The fire in the Madison Apartments did not directly damage Vito’s, but 20,000 gallons of water came down into the restaurant from the upper floors. A Go fund Me project has been launched to help Vito’s … Continue reading
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Help to “Stuff the Truck” on Sunday
Thanks to Mary R.
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