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For transfusion recipients, some of the best summer memories are made possible by blood donors. Your gifts provide patients with more days at the park, sunny walks, and hugs from their loved ones. Please consider donating at Swedish Medical Ballard on Thursday, June 22nd. To sign up, call 1-800-398-7888 or visit https://schedule.bloodworksnw.org. As a thank […]

The Queens of the Hall return for our annual Pride Party! Stacey Starstruck hosts with special guests Myaiko, Norvina Dubois, and Louvel. This is our largest show yet with 12+ performances! We'll be featuring local beers and ciders brewed for pride month and some fun bar surprises. 10% of sales from the event will go […]

We need 1,000 people to step up every day to keep our community’s blood supply at safe and reliable levels. Summer activities like travel, visiting guests, and fun in the sun sometimes prevent would-be donors from donating blood, and our inventory struggles throughout the season. But our community’s need for blood is constant, no matter […]

This June, the heart of Ballard beats stronger than ever as we come together for Ballard Gives Back. In 2023, our community’s shops and restaurants have united once again to lend a helping hand to our friends at the Ballard Food Bank. Together, we aim to tackle the unparalleled rise in food costs that they […]

Get excited for Pollinator Day 2023! Visit the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks on Saturday, June 24th to learn all about the pollinators that live in Seattle. All ages can learn about bees, bats and other pollinating creatures through activities, displays and talking with experts. Come with questions like: What plants and practices support pollinators? Ask […]

Join us for our 14th Annual Edible Garden Tour! This year's tour will feature at least 20 gardens including the Ballard High School Greenhouse and Kirke P-Patch garden to explore in Northeast Ballard all within walking distance of each other. Our starting point will be Kirke Park P-Patch. Tickets can be purchased in advance or […]

Kick off summer with the annual Crown Hill Street Festival. Grab a bite to eat from the Tacos & Beer food truck, check out goods from local artists, live music from Warren Dunes, and more!

Celebrate Pride with burlesque, drag kings, and things in the outdoor beer garden at Bad Jimmy's Brewery! Tickets are by table and all seats are under cover - VIP tables now available at the front of the action! We also have limited shared table space for just one or two! Online ticket sales end Saturday […]

The Barking Dog Alehouse is hosting Parents Night Out! Enjoy dinner while your kids are entertained with arts & crafts, movies, and games in our private dining room. Wednesday, 6/28, 5-9pm | Kids ages 2-12 welcome $15/child* *Pizza party for the children is provided No reservations accepted. We recommend stopping by right at 5pm or […]

Forage wild mushrooms and up your hunter-gatherer ways! You'll learn how to identify the most easily distinguishable edible mushrooms in the region, what kinds of habitat in which to find them, and basics about equipment and etiquette. This class is for the beginner or for those who just want to learn more about what they […]