Category Archives: In the Neighborhood

The Memory Hub activities – May 2023

Posted on April 30, 2023 by Jim deMaine

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Volunteer in the Park!

Posted on March 25, 2023 by Jim deMaine

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Action! Help Expedite the Demolition of the Abandoned Prosch House

Posted on February 19, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F.

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Kaiser Permanente pays over $36M for Yesler Terrace site

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By BRIAN MILLERReal Estate Editor Rendering by Perkins and Will [enlarge]This perspective looks northwest at the planned medical building, with SHA’s planned new Sawara apartments at left. As planned, Kaiser Permanente has paid a little over $36.2 million for the site of … Continue reading →

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Tech support available at the nearby Memory Hub

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Jim deMaine

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SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR THE MEMORY HUB

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on December 19, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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!

Posted on December 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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The Vicissitudes of Nanohabitats

Posted on December 9, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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.

Posted on October 28, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: Great program at the nearby (steps away) Memory Hub on Columbia.

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Poor air quality — stay indoors if possible

Posted on October 15, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on October 11, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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?

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on September 10, 2022 by William Calvin

In case you missed the reception…. Looking northeast toward 8th Ave.

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In Seattle, It’s Almost Normal

Posted on September 5, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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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Roof Garden Views

Posted on August 24, 2022 by William Calvin

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Gala for the Asian Hall of Fame

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on August 3, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on August 3, 2022 by William Calvin

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Making ‘scents’ of how Seattle smelled a century ago

Posted on July 28, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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

Posted on July 19, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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 →