Category Archives: News

Madrona Blossoms Are Up!

Posted on May 24, 2013 by ktiernan

Madrona Blossoms went up this past Mayfair weekend, and are now a lovely addition to the streets of the Madrona business district. These baskets are made possible by the Madrona Community Council, and take a year to grow and water … Continue reading →

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Madrona Mayfair Parade 2013 Video

Posted on May 21, 2013 by ktiernan

Were you able to catch the Madrona Mayfair Parade this weekend? We went and had front row seats to a fun-filled lineup! Check out this video we were able to capture, with an abundance of happy kids on bicycles with … Continue reading →

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Love Gardening? Madrona Playfield Needs Your Help

Posted on May 20, 2013 by ktiernan

When renovations on Madrona Playfield were coming to an end nearly a decade ago, one local woman stepped up to the plate and volunteered to upkeep the raised gardens located at 34th and Spring St entrance to the Playfield. Mary … Continue reading →

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Madrona Shelterhouse Remodel

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Casey Losh

Anyone that has gone to the Madrona Playground lately has seen the chain link fence around the Madrona Shelterhouse.  The Madrona Sheltehouse received funds about two years ago to be updated and the work has finally begun.  Basically, the changes … Continue reading →

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Madrona Makes the News for Odd Vandalism

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Casey Losh

Have you ever made Top Ramen and while the water is boiling crack an egg and drop it in with the noodles?  If not, you should try it or another ramen recipe, but I would not advise trying to do it … Continue reading →

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Mayfair Posters Are Here!

Posted on April 24, 2013 by ktiernan

If you can’t tell… we’re VERY excited about the upcoming Madrona Mayfair! If you haven’t seen the Mayfair posters yet with all of the scheduled events, we’ve got it here for you to check out. Parade will line up at … Continue reading →

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Attention Central District Women: Summer is Fast Approaching, Join Your Local Curves!

Posted on April 22, 2013 by ktiernan

When news began circulating around the Leschi Curves that the owner would be shutting down their gym do to personal reasons, the members of the women-only gym grew worrisome. The closest Curves to the neighborhood would be Ballard or West … Continue reading →

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Washington Park Playground Funding Hearing Monday

Posted on April 19, 2013 by ktiernan

There will be a public hearing held on Monday April 22nd, to discuss the proposal to install a new playground in Washington Park! The proposal has finally made the recommendations list for funding from the 2012/2013 Opportunity fund! The Opportunity … Continue reading →

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Join a Swim Club this Summer

Posted on April 19, 2013 by ktiernan

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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Google Pranksters Top the Jokes Today With Google Nose

Posted on April 1, 2013 by ktiernan

While the month of April marks the beginning of spring, it also holds  a day filled with spoofing your co-workers, family and friends. Have you noticed anything different or peculiar in the office today? Did  you get to work and … Continue reading →

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