A lot is changing on a daily basis as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, and it’s difficult to keep track of all that’s going on and how our lives are being affected. Check here for news and updates about the Pioneer Square neighborhood and our broader community.
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In addition to the amazing mix of activities at the Seattle Square market this summer, one of the highlights for me has been the “children’s area,” hosted by Jeff + Annie Strain, a wonderful local family (and new Pioneer Square business owners). Although it’s been different...
A group of residents in Pioneer Square have begun to reclaim their street, beginning with the small act of turning three planters that used to be filled with garbage and cigarette butts into gorgeous flower pots filled with petunias and geraniums. And to many residents...
Last year's "Thrill the World" was a huge success, with close to 200 dancers showing up in Occidental Square to participate in Michael Jackson's thriller dance. This year will be the 27th anniversary of the "Thriller" video, and groups around the world will again try to...
The Chinatown/International District is hosting a night market this Saturday from 6pm - 11pm at Hing Hay Park (423 Maynard Ave South and South King Street). The evening features local vendors offering shoppers tempting foods, gifts, art and other must have accessories. Shop in the heart...
When a small group of volunteers started planning The Seattle Square market back in January, there was so much support; from the parks department, the neighborhood association (TAPS), DSA, business owners, and residents. Last Saturday marked the halfway point for the market. I’m still wondering why...
Last month, the City of Seattle added crime mapping to their "My Neighborhood Map" on seattle.gov. The "crime types" that are broken out on the map include the following; Crimes Against Persons Drugs + Vice Property Crime/Theft Transportation Miscellaneous (false alarm, disorderly conduct, treaspassing/loitering, etc) By clicking on a symbol, you can...
This post goes along with my comments from yesterday about going carless in downtown Seattle. We're officially on our fourth day and it's (mostly) been great. In case you're already a transit lover, or planning to go without a car in the near future, check...
It looks like Tat's Deli may be getting some competition from a business moving into its recently vacated location. About a month ago, Tat's moved around the corner to a larger shop and extended its hours. A sign has popped up outside of their old...
PubliCola has a post calling for volunteers to help count downtown bicyclists: The Seattle Department of Transportation needs volunteers for their 2010 citywide and downtown bicycle counts on Sept 15 from 6:30-9:00 am. SDOT is ramping up its data collection efforts for 2010. Previously, the agency alternated...