Category Archives: Nearby Neighborhoods

Madrona is bordered on north by Denny Blaine beyond which is Washington Park, Broadmoor, and Madison Park – all within 2 miles of Madrona. Denny Blaine, Washington Park, and Broadmoor are nearly 100% residential and feature some of Seattle’s most significant homes. Madison Park is also a highly desirable neighborhood with a small town atmosphere business district as well as a well known beach and park. To the west of Madrona lies what is generally referred to as the Central District which is one of Seattle’s most racially and ethnically diverse neighborhoods. The Central District has businesses along several streets including Union Street, Cherry Street, MLK Jr. Way, and 23rd Avenue. To the south of Madrona is the neighborhood of Leschi beyond which is Mount Baker. Both Leschi and Mt. Baker have small business districts and large residential areas that include homes that have views of Lake Washington.

Mother’s Day is Right Around the Corner: We’ve got the Perfect Gift Ideas!

You can never repay your mother for your upbringing, but you can definitely shower her with gratitude and gifts to show your appreciation! Sunday May 12th is fast approaching, and if you’re like me and wait until the last minute … Continue reading

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Register now for the Shore Run/Walk, June 9th

Today is the last day to register for the 2013 Shore Run/Walk race before registration prices increase. The annual race benefits the   Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center which will be celebrating its 36th birthday this year. The event is open … Continue reading

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Join a Swim Club this Summer

It may be raining outside, but it’s never too early to start getting ready for summer! If you’re not a member of one of the local swim clubs, another club to consider that we’ve been hearing families talk about is … Continue reading

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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Dining Ideas

Happy Valentine’s Day! Check out what is going on around the Sound on this fabulous day of LOVE! Did Valentine’s Day sneak up on you this year? Forget to make reservations at your hunny’s favorite spot? Check out one of … Continue reading

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Central District Key Bank to Close

One of the closest banks to our Madrona neighborhood, the Key Bank Central District Branch located on 23rd and Union is scheduled to close April 12th of this year.  Employees of the Central District Branch are being transferred to other Key … Continue reading

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Leschi Community Council News: 2013 Calendars & Wine Tasting!

The Leschi Community Council has announced the availability of their 2013 calendars, where local Leschi artists have contributed their works of art in watercolors and photography for twelve months of lovely Leschi scenery. You can look for them in participating … Continue reading

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Umoja PEACE Annual Tree Fundraiser; the Tree that Keeps on Giving

If  searching for the perfect Christmas tree is on your list of things to do this weekend, why not check out a tree that keeps on giving? The Umoja PEACE Center‘s annual Holiday Trees for Peace fundraiser is on now … Continue reading

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Update on School Zone Speed Cameras

Earlier this week we blogged about the new School-Zone Speed Cameras. According to the Seattle Times, there were over 6,000 speeders since November 1st when the cameras went live. Mayor Mike McGinn was surprised by these numbers. Because there were … Continue reading

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Pagliacci Pizza Delivering to Madrona & Leschi

We wrote about Pagliacci Pizza opening on Madison months ago and while were are a little late announcing their grand opening which happened on November 1st, it is never too late to remind you that Pagliacci Pizza is now deliverying to … Continue reading

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A Look Inside Seattle’s Girl’s School

The Seattle’s Girl’s School is a 5th through 8th grade middle school in the Central area, designed to empower young girls to develop leadership skills through a challenging academic program. The school enrolls students from 20 different k-5 schools, with … Continue reading

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