29 Nov Pioneer Square in the News

IMAGE OF THE WEEK

The Christmas Tree being set up in Pioneer Square (!)

Photo by Lisa Dixon of TAPS

NEWS

Crosscut has been all over Pioneer Square  ever since moving down to the neighborhood (and I love it!):

How to revive Pioneer Square (Crosscut – guest post)
“Lessons in urbanism from New Orleans, Paris, and Boston. Plus, signs of how the recession is winnowing an oversupply or shops and letting the good ones flourish.”

Lessons from Black Friday (Crosscut)
“On Friday, Black Friday as it’s called for retailers, I chose to take a trip to Pioneer Square with my daughter and new grand-daughter. The first thing I noticed, about midday, was that our fears about finding a parking place were mistaken. Lots of easy parking on the streets. The next concern, could we find a place for lunch, also evaporated. Caffe Umbria, my favorite coffee shop in the Square, had only a handful of customers, and we were treated with all kinds of attention. Magic Mouse Toys, on the other hand, was bustling, with what I took to be lots of visiting relatives and browsers.”

Seattle should dig into its past (Crosscut)
“The case for more and better urban archaeology is more important than ever as Seattle prepares for such major projects as a waterfront tunnel and a new Highway 520 floating bridge. Pith helmets, everyone?”

Don’t raise the height limits in Pioneer Square (Crosscut)
This would be the opposing view to why we shouldn’t raise the height limits. I don’t personally agree, but go read it and form your own opinion.

Sizing Up South Downtown (PubliCola)
“South Downtown’s biggest challenge is that much of the area lacks the full spectrum of uses that make up a complete neighborhood. Most importantly, there is a shortage of housing, and in particular, market-rate housing. The city is considering new zoning to help change that; but the proposal may not reflect local economic realities.”

Disappearing acts in Pioneer Square (Real Change)
Documenting Pioneer Square, a photo essay by Jim Gupta-Carlson

It’s easier than ever to support your neighbors by shopping locally online (NWSource)
Deli featured… (even though their PSq shop isn’t functioning as a clothing store right now).

BLOGS

Congratulations Neil & Jill!! (Barbie Hull photography)

EVENTS

Tons of things happening this week with 1st Thursday! There are new Storefronts opening, new businesses, and current business / galleries doing great holiday features. Check out the calendar for more info.