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1987 was a good year for 15th Ave E wine shops -- EVS celebrates silver anniversary on Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - (Images: Suzi Pratt) This Valentine's Day, the wine-soaked kisses on 15th Ave E will be even sweeter. European Vine Selections will celebrate its 25th anniversary as a one-of-a-kind wine shop on Capitol Hill. "The commonality is we're all wine lovers," said Paul Taub, a Cornish music professor and one of the eight partners behind the wine shop. "It's like a hobby business -- nobody makes a living from it but we've never lost money either." EVS's roots are in Fremont where it was founded in 1974 but its body and bouquet developed on Capitol Hill following its Valentine's Day 1987 move. 25 years later, it's one of a handful of wine shops in the area. But the quirky ownership set-up behind it is unduplicated. "I don't think there are any shops -- any businesses in general -- run like this," Taub said. Currently the partnership includes, Taub tells us, "an oceanography researcher at University of Washington, a music professor at Cornish College for the Arts, a writer, a scientist at Microsoft Research, a U.W. microbiology professor, a former bookseller and U.W. administrator, an attorney, the communications director at Seattle Center, and a writer of esoteric novels." Taub is now the senior partner of the group now that a partner who started back in 1972 has left the group. The partnerships go up for sale every now and then. Marketing is word of mouth only and, of course, the seven other people have to approve any new partner. There are easier routes to Capitol Hill wine shop ownership. Things don't change quickly at the shop. The latest new thing is the addition of a Friday night tasting to the long-time Saturday events. All tasting are free. Eight equal partners ensure a kind of equilibrium. Besides, each is also busy sharing the load of running the shop. There are no employees. When you have your purchase rung up, it's a partner behind the counter. 15th Ave E has also contributed to the shop's quirky and quiet longevity. "Somehow 15th Ave lends itself to having a business like this," Taub said. Details on EVS's 25th anniversary and more about the shop, below. Happy birthday. European Vine Selections Celebrates 25th Anniversary European Vine Selections (EVS), the "Wine Shop on Capitol Hill," announces the celebration of its 25th anniversary on 15th Avenue East. February 10, 11 and 12 kick off the year's celebration as we look towards the next 25 years of serving wine drinkers with outstanding, affordable wines. Join the eight EVS partners for the Friday, Saturday and Sunday before Valentine's Day for special tastings, a partners' potluck, and visits by long-time customers and new friends alike. The shop is located at 522 15th Ave East and is open daily from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Founded in 1974 as one of the first shops to carry fine European wines in Seattle, EVS moved to Capitol Hill in 1987 following 13 years in Fremont on Leary Avenue. Long-time Seattle wine connoisseurs will remember the early history of the shop, open only three days a wee Read more...
1987 was a good year for 15th Ave E wine shops -- EVS celebrates silver anniversary on Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - (Images: Suzi Pratt) This Valentine's Day, the wine-soaked kisses on 15th Ave E will be even sweeter. European Vine Selections will celebrate its 25th anniversary as a one-of-a-kind wine shop on Capitol Hill. "The commonality is we're all wine lovers," said Paul Taub, a Cornish music professor and one of the eight partners behind the wine shop. "It's like a hobby business -- nobody makes a living from it but we've never lost money either." EVS's roots are in Fremont where it was founded in 1974 but its body and bouquet developed on Capitol Hill following its Valentine's Day 1987 move. 25 years later, it's one of a handful of wine shops in the area. But the quirky ownership set-up behind it is unduplicated. "I don't think there are any shops -- any businesses in general -- run like this," Taub said. Currently the partnership includes, Taub tells us, "an oceanography researcher at University of Washington, a music professor at Cornish College for the Arts, a writer, a scientist at Microsoft Research, a U.W. microbiology professor, a former bookseller and U.W. administrator, an attorney, the communications director at Seattle Center, and a writer of esoteric novels." Taub is now the senior partner of the group now that a partner who started back in 1972 has left the group. The partnerships go up for sale every now and then. Marketing is word of mouth only and, of course, the seven other people have to approve any new partner. There are easier routes to Capitol Hill wine shop ownership. Things don't change quickly at the shop. The latest new thing is the addition of a Friday night tasting to the long-time Saturday events. All tasting are free. Eight equal partners ensure a kind of equilibrium. Besides, each is also busy sharing the load of running the shop. There are no employees. When you have your purchase rung up, it's a partner behind the counter. 15th Ave E has also contributed to the shop's quirky and quiet longevity. "Somehow 15th Ave lends itself to having a business like this," Taub said. Details on EVS's 25th anniversary and more about the shop, below. Happy birthday. European Vine Selections Celebrates 25th Anniversary European Vine Selections (EVS), the "Wine Shop on Capitol Hill," announces the celebration of its 25th anniversary on 15th Avenue East. February 10, 11 and 12 kick off the year's celebration as we look towards the next 25 years of serving wine drinkers with outstanding, affordable wines. Join the eight EVS partners for the Friday, Saturday and Sunday before Valentine's Day for special tastings, a partners' potluck, and visits by long-time customers and new friends alike. The shop is located at 522 15th Ave East and is open daily from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Founded in 1974 as one of the first shops to carry fine European wines in Seattle, EVS moved to Capitol Hill in 1987 following 13 years in Fremont on Leary Avenue. Long-time Seattle wine connoisseurs will remember the early history of the shop, open only three days a wee Read more...
Saturday, February 4, 2012 -- 5:46 am
Woman dies in jump from Broadway apartment building
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - A woman died just after midnight Friday morning in what authorities say was a leap from the upper stories of the apartment building at 200 Broadway E. Medics arrived at the scene around 12:06 AM Friday morning on the backside of the apartment building at the corner of Broadway and John. Police and the medical examiner were at the building late into the night. We do not have information on the woman's age. CHS attempts to cover suicide by sharing the facts in a responsible manner that provides information about what is happening on the streets and in the community around you. Here are two resources to help those in need: National suicide-prevention hotline: 800-SUICIDE. Local Crisis Clinic: (206) 461-3222 Read more...
Woman dies in jump from Broadway apartment building
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - A woman died just after midnight Friday morning in what authorities say was a leap from the upper stories of the apartment building at 200 Broadway E. Medics arrived at the scene around 12:06 AM Friday morning on the backside of the apartment building at the corner of Broadway and John. Police and the medical examiner were at the building late into the night. We do not have information on the woman's age. CHS attempts to cover suicide by sharing the facts in a responsible manner that provides information about what is happening on the streets and in the community around you. Here are two resources to help those in need: National suicide-prevention hotline: 800-SUICIDE. Local Crisis Clinic: (206) 461-3222 Read more...
Friday, February 3, 2012 -- 4:02 pm
Analysis: When is getting better good enough?
KING-TV Seattle - ... better to whether their party would do much better yet. That argument can be heard from the campaign trail to Capitol Hill, where House Speaker John Boehner accurately pointed out that unemployment has topped 8 percent for 36 months in a row under ... Read more...
Analysis: When is getting better good enough?
KING-TV Seattle - ... better to whether their party would do much better yet. That argument can be heard from the campaign trail to Capitol Hill, where House Speaker John Boehner accurately pointed out that unemployment has topped 8 percent for 36 months in a row under ... Read more...
Friday, February 3, 2012 -- 1:09 pm
WA lawmakers seek broad review of tax breaks
Tri-cityherald.com - ... to renew a payroll tax cut for 160 million workers and jobless benefits for millions more kicked off on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, with both sides optimistic of an agreement despite last year's bitter battles over President Barack Obama's jobs ... Read more...
WA lawmakers seek broad review of tax breaks
Tri-cityherald.com - ... to renew a payroll tax cut for 160 million workers and jobless benefits for millions more kicked off on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, with both sides optimistic of an agreement despite last year's bitter battles over President Barack Obama's jobs ... Read more...
Friday, February 3, 2012 -- 11:21 am
Kaleidoscope Vision returns vintage to 10th Ave
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - Phillips, Rabut and Garfield (Image: CHS) A fashion and vintage venture has moved into the former home of Atlas Clothing and is ready to debut on Capitol Hill with a Friday night party. Kaleidoscope Vision is "an eclectic melange of rare vintage clothing, antiques, informational books, work from emerging artists & designers, and all around intriguing items, lovingly curated for you." Three partners with San Francisco roots are behind the effort -- Ballardite Ria Rabut and, now, Hill locals Mackenzie Garfield, Sophia Phillips. All three were on hand Friday morning tidying up the newly overhauled shop space left empty when Atlas Clothing shuttered in August. Friday night, the new shop will debut with a grand opening party featuring free food and drinks and showing off Kaleidoscope's debut theme, New Family. (Image: Kaleidoscope Vision) Kaleidoscope Vision's, um, vision is to provide vintage shopping but with a rotating thematic approach that should keep the shop's look and feel changing over time. Each monthly showcase centers around an ever-changing and evolving mood, with inspiration taken from a multitude of sources including, but not limited to, anthropological studies of native peoples, alternate realities, teenagers, the natural world and the infinitely mysterious beauty of the cosmos. The new shop joins recently opened In Commune on 12th Ave as new players in the Hill's popular formal and informal vintage scene. In addition to long-time vintage and consignment shops like Area 51, Pretty Parlor and Le Frock, a weekly indoor flea market at the Century Ballroom and even more eclectic efforts like the occasional Hangover Flea Market at the Comet keep the scene lively. Garfield says the Kaleidoscope Vision experience should stretch to include demonstrations -- in February, watch for a terrarium session as part of New Family -- to items like custom perfumes created for each theme. What does New Family smell like? You'll have to stop by to find out. We're told to expect things to get a little darker with the next theme, by the way. No, we don't know what that smells like, either. You can learn more -- and shop online -- at kvbazaar.com Read more...
Kaleidoscope Vision returns vintage to 10th Ave
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - Phillips, Rabut and Garfield (Image: CHS) A fashion and vintage venture has moved into the former home of Atlas Clothing and is ready to debut on Capitol Hill with a Friday night party. Kaleidoscope Vision is "an eclectic melange of rare vintage clothing, antiques, informational books, work from emerging artists & designers, and all around intriguing items, lovingly curated for you." Three partners with San Francisco roots are behind the effort -- Ballardite Ria Rabut and, now, Hill locals Mackenzie Garfield, Sophia Phillips. All three were on hand Friday morning tidying up the newly overhauled shop space left empty when Atlas Clothing shuttered in August. Friday night, the new shop will debut with a grand opening party featuring free food and drinks and showing off Kaleidoscope's debut theme, New Family. (Image: Kaleidoscope Vision) Kaleidoscope Vision's, um, vision is to provide vintage shopping but with a rotating thematic approach that should keep the shop's look and feel changing over time. Each monthly showcase centers around an ever-changing and evolving mood, with inspiration taken from a multitude of sources including, but not limited to, anthropological studies of native peoples, alternate realities, teenagers, the natural world and the infinitely mysterious beauty of the cosmos. The new shop joins recently opened In Commune on 12th Ave as new players in the Hill's popular formal and informal vintage scene. In addition to long-time vintage and consignment shops like Area 51, Pretty Parlor and Le Frock, a weekly indoor flea market at the Century Ballroom and even more eclectic efforts like the occasional Hangover Flea Market at the Comet keep the scene lively. Garfield says the Kaleidoscope Vision experience should stretch to include demonstrations -- in February, watch for a terrarium session as part of New Family -- to items like custom perfumes created for each theme. What does New Family smell like? You'll have to stop by to find out. We're told to expect things to get a little darker with the next theme, by the way. No, we don't know what that smells like, either. You can learn more -- and shop online -- at kvbazaar.com Read more...
Friday, February 3, 2012 -- 7:42 am
Recent attacks have Metro riders worried about bus safety
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Recent attacks have Metro riders worried about bus safety
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Friday, February 3, 2012 -- 7:21 am
Rally planned for Capitol Hill's Gaybucks to thank companies for marriage equality support
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - You'll want to order a Venti -- or some wine or a beer, wear your Nikes, bring your Kindle and reboot your Windows PC. There's a rally being organized for Friday night at the E Olive Way "Gaybucks" to celebrate Washington corporate support for progress toward marriage equality in the state. No telling if the Gays for the Bucks - Thank Starbucks for the support! rally is a corporate marketing scheme but, in this case, no worries. UPDATE: Ebbie, in comments, says "NO" way to the corporate marketing and that this is grassroots all the way . Liza Svetlana Zinina posted about the 6p rally to our Facebook page, saying: Come join us in support of Starbucks and other Washington companies and corporations who have voiced their support of legalizing gay marriage in WA As for the Gaybucks thing, CHS didn't invent it. The conversation about whether it's a good -- or, at least, not too annoying -- nickname percolates up here and there through the years. We're going with it. Tonight, especially, it seems appropriate. Read more...
Rally planned for Capitol Hill's Gaybucks to thank companies for marriage equality support
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - You'll want to order a Venti -- or some wine or a beer, wear your Nikes, bring your Kindle and reboot your Windows PC. There's a rally being organized for Friday night at the E Olive Way "Gaybucks" to celebrate Washington corporate support for progress toward marriage equality in the state. No telling if the Gays for the Bucks - Thank Starbucks for the support! rally is a corporate marketing scheme but, in this case, no worries. UPDATE: Ebbie, in comments, says "NO" way to the corporate marketing and that this is grassroots all the way . Liza Svetlana Zinina posted about the 6p rally to our Facebook page, saying: Come join us in support of Starbucks and other Washington companies and corporations who have voiced their support of legalizing gay marriage in WA As for the Gaybucks thing, CHS didn't invent it. The conversation about whether it's a good -- or, at least, not too annoying -- nickname percolates up here and there through the years. We're going with it. Tonight, especially, it seems appropriate. Read more...
Friday, February 3, 2012 -- 7:04 am
Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood -- UPDATE: Komen backs down
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - (Image: CHS) "If you stand up and fight for what you believe in you can make things happen," Senator Patty Murray told a crowd of supporters and the media Friday at the Planned Parenthood health center on E Madison. In the wake of the Komen Foundation's decision to reverse course after announcing it would no longer provide funds to the women's health service provider, Murray came to Seattle to speak on the ongoing fight to fund women's health in the country. "We stood up and we spoke out," Murray said of the rapid spread of protest following Komen's announcement. Murray said she was surprised by how quickly the word spread and people sent email and letters of protest to elected representatives. Local Planned Parenthood officials say about $50,000 was donated across the state in the wake of the Komen controversy. Original Report: Senator Patty Murray will be on E Madison Friday to help rally support for Planned Parenthood following a decision by the Susan G. Komen Foundation to end its support of the women's health service provider. The senator will speak at the E Madison health center, one of four Planned Parenthood facilities in the city. A fifth is planned for First Hill as part of a decision by Swedish Medical Centers to no longer provide elective abortion services. The Murray appearance is slated for 11:45a at the 2001 E Madison Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest headquarters. Marchers at last February's Walk for Choice (Image: CHS)8:26AM - UPDATE - The Dallas Morning News has posted a statement from the Komen Foundation announcing that it is reversing the decision to drop Planned Parenthood funding:We want to apologize to the American public for recent decisions that cast doubt upon our commitment to our mission of saving women's lives.The events of this week have been deeply unsettling for our supporters, partners and friends and all of us at Susan G. Komen. We have been distressed at the presumption that the changes made to our funding criteria were done for political reasons or to specifically penalize Planned Parenthood. They were not.Our original desire was to fulfill our fiduciary duty to our donors by not funding grant applications made by organizations under investigation. We will amend the criteria to make clear that disqualifying investigations must be criminal and conclusive in nature and not political. That is what is right and fair.12:15PM - Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood - Senator Murray spoke in front of a group of Planned Parenthood supporters and a throng of media saying the fight for women's health is far from over.12:17PM - Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood - "We stood up and we spoke out"12:21PM - Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood - "If you stand up and fight for what you believe in you can make things happen," Murray said.Local Planned Parenthood officials say about $50,000 was donated across the state in the wak Read more...
Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood -- UPDATE: Komen backs down
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - (Image: CHS) "If you stand up and fight for what you believe in you can make things happen," Senator Patty Murray told a crowd of supporters and the media Friday at the Planned Parenthood health center on E Madison. In the wake of the Komen Foundation's decision to reverse course after announcing it would no longer provide funds to the women's health service provider, Murray came to Seattle to speak on the ongoing fight to fund women's health in the country. "We stood up and we spoke out," Murray said of the rapid spread of protest following Komen's announcement. Murray said she was surprised by how quickly the word spread and people sent email and letters of protest to elected representatives. Local Planned Parenthood officials say about $50,000 was donated across the state in the wake of the Komen controversy. Original Report: Senator Patty Murray will be on E Madison Friday to help rally support for Planned Parenthood following a decision by the Susan G. Komen Foundation to end its support of the women's health service provider. The senator will speak at the E Madison health center, one of four Planned Parenthood facilities in the city. A fifth is planned for First Hill as part of a decision by Swedish Medical Centers to no longer provide elective abortion services. The Murray appearance is slated for 11:45a at the 2001 E Madison Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest headquarters. Marchers at last February's Walk for Choice (Image: CHS)8:26AM - UPDATE - The Dallas Morning News has posted a statement from the Komen Foundation announcing that it is reversing the decision to drop Planned Parenthood funding:We want to apologize to the American public for recent decisions that cast doubt upon our commitment to our mission of saving women's lives.The events of this week have been deeply unsettling for our supporters, partners and friends and all of us at Susan G. Komen. We have been distressed at the presumption that the changes made to our funding criteria were done for political reasons or to specifically penalize Planned Parenthood. They were not.Our original desire was to fulfill our fiduciary duty to our donors by not funding grant applications made by organizations under investigation. We will amend the criteria to make clear that disqualifying investigations must be criminal and conclusive in nature and not political. That is what is right and fair.12:15PM - Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood - Senator Murray spoke in front of a group of Planned Parenthood supporters and a throng of media saying the fight for women's health is far from over.12:17PM - Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood - "We stood up and we spoke out"12:21PM - Senator comes to our Capitol Hill to speak for Planned Parenthood - "If you stand up and fight for what you believe in you can make things happen," Murray said.Local Planned Parenthood officials say about $50,000 was donated across the state in the wak Read more...
Friday, February 3, 2012 -- 6:51 am
Capitol Hill's auto row fades away | Mercedes dealership sold, will move off Hill
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - (Image: CHS) It seems Capitol Hill auto row history will finish with a whimper, not a bang. The owner of the Bellevue Jaguar and Land Rover dealership has purchased E Pike's Phil Smart Mercedes Benz and plans to move the business to a new facility on Airport Way, according to a statement released this morning. The Phil Smart dealership opened on E Pike in 1959 and has continued as a family-run business: Phil Smart Sr. has turned over the management of this "family business" to his son, Phil Smart, Jr., who continues in the great tradition of his father. Under his guidance, Phil Smart, Inc. has flourished and is one of the largest volume dealers in the region. Senior, as he is affectionately known, works tirelessly in the local community, committing time and resources to making our city a better place for us all. Old timey E Pike (Image: Phil Smart) The move mirrors the 2009 exodus of BMW to a larger Airport Way facility in 2009. The Smart family's connection to the area won't end with the dealership's move by new owner Al Monjazeb. The family continues to hold the land most of the block the dealership is built on between Pike and Pine for now, at least. What it plans for the soon-to-be empty dealership space is not known. CHS calls to the facility last week were not returned. The facility left behind by BMW up E Pike looks to remain used if underutilized for the foreseeable future. We reported in January on a potential $10 million foreclosure on the property that has been planned for redevelopment for years. In the meantime, portions of the building have been leased to short-term tenants. The Mercedes exit will leave 12th Ave's Ferrari of Seattle dealership as the last of its kind on the Hill. UPDATE: We have forgotten about Seattle Volvo at 1120 Pike in the past -- and we did again this morning. The dealership, perhaps, presents you with a more affordable alternative to (car) shop locally. Like the Smart situation, the Ferrari and Maserati dealer's ownership also owns the prime piece of real estate where the $300,000 cars are on display. We speculated on Ferrari's potential exit from the Hill in 2009 when the BMW dealership began pulling up stakes. "It's business as usual," Tino Perrina told us in 2009. "We're doing well and have no plans to move." Of course, in the same article. a rep for Phill Smart also said the dealership had no plans for leaving Capitol Hill. (Image: CHS) Read more...
Capitol Hill's auto row fades away | Mercedes dealership sold, will move off Hill
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - (Image: CHS) It seems Capitol Hill auto row history will finish with a whimper, not a bang. The owner of the Bellevue Jaguar and Land Rover dealership has purchased E Pike's Phil Smart Mercedes Benz and plans to move the business to a new facility on Airport Way, according to a statement released this morning. The Phil Smart dealership opened on E Pike in 1959 and has continued as a family-run business: Phil Smart Sr. has turned over the management of this "family business" to his son, Phil Smart, Jr., who continues in the great tradition of his father. Under his guidance, Phil Smart, Inc. has flourished and is one of the largest volume dealers in the region. Senior, as he is affectionately known, works tirelessly in the local community, committing time and resources to making our city a better place for us all. Old timey E Pike (Image: Phil Smart) The move mirrors the 2009 exodus of BMW to a larger Airport Way facility in 2009. The Smart family's connection to the area won't end with the dealership's move by new owner Al Monjazeb. The family continues to hold the land most of the block the dealership is built on between Pike and Pine for now, at least. What it plans for the soon-to-be empty dealership space is not known. CHS calls to the facility last week were not returned. The facility left behind by BMW up E Pike looks to remain used if underutilized for the foreseeable future. We reported in January on a potential $10 million foreclosure on the property that has been planned for redevelopment for years. In the meantime, portions of the building have been leased to short-term tenants. The Mercedes exit will leave 12th Ave's Ferrari of Seattle dealership as the last of its kind on the Hill. UPDATE: We have forgotten about Seattle Volvo at 1120 Pike in the past -- and we did again this morning. The dealership, perhaps, presents you with a more affordable alternative to (car) shop locally. Like the Smart situation, the Ferrari and Maserati dealer's ownership also owns the prime piece of real estate where the $300,000 cars are on display. We speculated on Ferrari's potential exit from the Hill in 2009 when the BMW dealership began pulling up stakes. "It's business as usual," Tino Perrina told us in 2009. "We're doing well and have no plans to move." Of course, in the same article. a rep for Phill Smart also said the dealership had no plans for leaving Capitol Hill. (Image: CHS) Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 4:12 pm
Blotter | Hill burglar buster on CNN, bump carjack warning, Harvard homicide, table thief
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - 'Ripped-off Capitol Hill kid' on CNN: Remember that kid who used an "app" to help East Precinct cops bust a man for breaking into his E Boston St house? We're told he'll be appearing on CNN with Anderson Cooper soon. Beware bump carjackings: East Precinct is warning community groups about "bump" style carjackings after an attempt in the Central District last week in which a woman was targeted by two men who were eventually foiled by her keyless starter. More from the precinct soon but, in the meantime, go ahead and drive to a lit, safe place if you are in a collision in an area where you might be vulnerable. Harvard Ave homicide update? After identifying the victim in the January 17th Harvard Ave shooting death last week, CHS has been told that there might be more information released in the Darek Darewski murder case soon. Burglaries: A thief made off with engagement rings, a digital camera, a laptop and credit cards after busting a window pane to gain entry to a house in the 1700 block of 21st Ave on Tuesday. A burglary Monday night at an apartment building in the 1600 block of 14th Ave didn't seem to yield much as residents reported that their storage units had been rifled through but nothing appeared to be missing. The complainant told police that homeless people had been found sleeping in the storage area in the past. Finally, a January 24th rip-off on First Hill wasn't reported until last week. The case? A man was seen entering numbers from his cellphone into the security code panel of a building in the 1100 block of 8th Ave. Once inside, the man grabbed a table from the lobby and left out the front door, table and all. Read more...
Blotter | Hill burglar buster on CNN, bump carjack warning, Harvard homicide, table thief
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - 'Ripped-off Capitol Hill kid' on CNN: Remember that kid who used an "app" to help East Precinct cops bust a man for breaking into his E Boston St house? We're told he'll be appearing on CNN with Anderson Cooper soon. Beware bump carjackings: East Precinct is warning community groups about "bump" style carjackings after an attempt in the Central District last week in which a woman was targeted by two men who were eventually foiled by her keyless starter. More from the precinct soon but, in the meantime, go ahead and drive to a lit, safe place if you are in a collision in an area where you might be vulnerable. Harvard Ave homicide update? After identifying the victim in the January 17th Harvard Ave shooting death last week, CHS has been told that there might be more information released in the Darek Darewski murder case soon. Burglaries: A thief made off with engagement rings, a digital camera, a laptop and credit cards after busting a window pane to gain entry to a house in the 1700 block of 21st Ave on Tuesday. A burglary Monday night at an apartment building in the 1600 block of 14th Ave didn't seem to yield much as residents reported that their storage units had been rifled through but nothing appeared to be missing. The complainant told police that homeless people had been found sleeping in the storage area in the past. Finally, a January 24th rip-off on First Hill wasn't reported until last week. The case? A man was seen entering numbers from his cellphone into the security code panel of a building in the 1100 block of 8th Ave. Once inside, the man grabbed a table from the lobby and left out the front door, table and all. Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 2:56 pm
Lawmakers press for answers on hazing in military
Associated Press - The plea for congressional hearings on the militarys efforts to prevent hazing was highly personal for one lawmaker. Read more...
Lawmakers press for answers on hazing in military
Associated Press - The plea for congressional hearings on the militarys efforts to prevent hazing was highly personal for one lawmaker. Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 2:39 pm
On the List | Wine rockstar, kid's films, spirituality book fest, Faire Nutella party (+19 more)
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - It's a little quiet around the Hill this weekend but there are still a few fun things to get out and do. Have something coming up on Capitol Hill others should know about? Add it to the CHS Calendar. Thursday, February 2 The Children's Film Festival continues at Northwest Film Forum through the weekend. Zakes Mda: Memoirs of an Outsider at Town Hall Seattle Two Rhone Stars tasting at 12th and Olive Wine Wine star Randall Grahm book signing and tasting event at Oddfellow Grahm is also slated to stop by Vino Verite for tasting event Super Happy Fun Time Hour at the Lobby Bar Friday, February 3 Cocktails at the Centre of the Earth continues at the Annex Andrew Ross: Phoenix: Lessons from the World's Least Sustainable City at Town Hall Punchline Fridays at Jai Thai A Short-Term Solution to a Long-Term Problem continues at Hugo House Kaleidoscope Vision opening party Gays for the Bucks - Thank Starbucks for the support! rally Saturday, February 4 Weekly children's story time at Elliott Bay, 11:30a Massage for the Novice at Discoverypoint School of Massage Century Ballroom's weekly indoor flea market, 11a-3p Learn more about Cabernet Sauvignon at SCCC Seattle U hosts the annual Search for Meaning Book Festival 2012. It's free. The big keynotes and general sessions are "sold out" with early registrants but there is still plenty going on around the campus. Schedule here. Kanape celebrates its first year on Broadway No War on Iran protest at Westlake Ladies Musical Club free performance at Frye Art Museum Queers Take Over Seattle at the Seattle Art Museum The Callers and Urban Tanuki Samurai finish up at Washington Ensemble Theatre Sunday, February 5 5th Annual Urban Poverty Forum at Town Hall World Nutella Day @ Faire Gallery Cafe We are doing it again!!! 4th year in a row!! Tell your Mama, tell your friends! Nutella is the European tasty spread that is so delicious it is sinful! Faire Gallery has been known as the home in Seattle for making "Nutella Mochas" with real Nutella! They have been hailed as "dessert in a cup" and "addictive". This year for World Nutella Day on February 5th, Faire Gallery Café is throwing one "Chocolately Party"!! All day long we will be offering our Nutella Mochas, Nuella Martini's and chocolate fun! And the true party begins at 9:00pm with Monktail Creative Concern leading an improv jazz jam session. We will also feature "One Night Only" dishes like Nutella on Poundcake, Nutella on Toast, Nutella Bruchetta and more!!! Super Bowl XLVI -- 9+ places to watch on Capitol Hill Read more...
On the List | Wine rockstar, kid's films, spirituality book fest, Faire Nutella party (+19 more)
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - It's a little quiet around the Hill this weekend but there are still a few fun things to get out and do. Have something coming up on Capitol Hill others should know about? Add it to the CHS Calendar. Thursday, February 2 The Children's Film Festival continues at Northwest Film Forum through the weekend. Zakes Mda: Memoirs of an Outsider at Town Hall Seattle Two Rhone Stars tasting at 12th and Olive Wine Wine star Randall Grahm book signing and tasting event at Oddfellow Grahm is also slated to stop by Vino Verite for tasting event Super Happy Fun Time Hour at the Lobby Bar Friday, February 3 Cocktails at the Centre of the Earth continues at the Annex Andrew Ross: Phoenix: Lessons from the World's Least Sustainable City at Town Hall Punchline Fridays at Jai Thai A Short-Term Solution to a Long-Term Problem continues at Hugo House Kaleidoscope Vision opening party Gays for the Bucks - Thank Starbucks for the support! rally Saturday, February 4 Weekly children's story time at Elliott Bay, 11:30a Massage for the Novice at Discoverypoint School of Massage Century Ballroom's weekly indoor flea market, 11a-3p Learn more about Cabernet Sauvignon at SCCC Seattle U hosts the annual Search for Meaning Book Festival 2012. It's free. The big keynotes and general sessions are "sold out" with early registrants but there is still plenty going on around the campus. Schedule here. Kanape celebrates its first year on Broadway No War on Iran protest at Westlake Ladies Musical Club free performance at Frye Art Museum Queers Take Over Seattle at the Seattle Art Museum The Callers and Urban Tanuki Samurai finish up at Washington Ensemble Theatre Sunday, February 5 5th Annual Urban Poverty Forum at Town Hall World Nutella Day @ Faire Gallery Cafe We are doing it again!!! 4th year in a row!! Tell your Mama, tell your friends! Nutella is the European tasty spread that is so delicious it is sinful! Faire Gallery has been known as the home in Seattle for making "Nutella Mochas" with real Nutella! They have been hailed as "dessert in a cup" and "addictive". This year for World Nutella Day on February 5th, Faire Gallery Café is throwing one "Chocolately Party"!! All day long we will be offering our Nutella Mochas, Nuella Martini's and chocolate fun! And the true party begins at 9:00pm with Monktail Creative Concern leading an improv jazz jam session. We will also feature "One Night Only" dishes like Nutella on Poundcake, Nutella on Toast, Nutella Bruchetta and more!!! Super Bowl XLVI -- 9+ places to watch on Capitol Hill Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 1:25 pm
Washington State Senate approves gay marriage
Free Republic - Kara Haney, left, and her partner of 8 years Kate Wertin, right, react as a bill in the Washington State Senate passes during a viewing party at The Lobby Bar in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. Read more...
Washington State Senate approves gay marriage
Free Republic - Kara Haney, left, and her partner of 8 years Kate Wertin, right, react as a bill in the Washington State Senate passes during a viewing party at The Lobby Bar in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 12:10 pm
Artists invited to turn storefronts from drab to glam
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Artists invited to turn storefronts from drab to glam
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Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 11:59 am
Metro revises fall service changes but doesn't back off cut to First Hill's 2
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - The just-released revisions to Metro's proposed Fall 2012 service changes don't include any significant Capitol Hill area-related updates from the the proposals for routes on and around Capitol Hill CHS documented in November. You can look at that in two ways. On one hand, Metro planners decided not to incorporate any feedback you provided via their online survey or at a series of public meetings on the changes. On the other, at least the agency isn't proposing to tweak your commute any further. Meanwhile, a community group is rallying around pushing back the changes proposed for Route 2. Details below. A quick spin through Metro's "Have a Say" site shows this message in red for nearly all the area routes CHS took a look at: The exception is Route 2. But the agency isn't, yet, backing off its plans to slice the route connecting Queen Anne and First Hill via downtown. Instead, the revision from the November proposal is a tweak designed to replace service on the QA end of things. Our updates from November plus insights from Seattle Transit Blog's Bruce Nourish, then, still stand. We've included most of that information again, below. Not everything in central Seattle was static, however. Central District News reports that Metro has backpedaled on its proposal to trim route 27. Nourish, meanwhile, sums up the rest of the revised proposal package here. He provided this overview of the proposed fall 2012 changes to us in November. We also recommend reading the comment thread on that post for some good discussion of the changes and the process. Thanks much to Aleks Bromfield for his contribution to that discussion. Bruce Nourish notes on Metro Fall 2012 service proposals: * Route 11 gets a major boost in weekday midday frequency from 30 to 15 minutes, while nights and weekends remain at 30. * Route 14N (the part of the 14 north of where it turns on Pike) is split off from the 14S and will cease service around 7 PM on all days; frequency will drop to 45 minutes on the weekends and weekday midday, staying at its current rush hour frequency. * Routes 10, 11 and 14N will now terminate on 2nd Ave & Pine/Pike downtown, exactly like the 43 does now. This means you'll have to walk/transfer to get to the south parts of downtown and other places that those routes previously went to (Colman Dock, West Seattle, Jackson St/Mount Baker), but will make these buses much more reliable. * Route 12 will now loop around at Colman Dock, requiring a walk/transfer to get to the north end of downtown. Its frequency will not change, but see the next point. * Route 2's northern segment, from the point where it now turns from Seneca to 3rd Ave will be deleted; instead, it will be routed down Madison/Marion just like the 12 (It's probably worth showing the map below, to help readers understand this). The 2 will maintain its current frequency, but will be staggered to provide very frequent service from Colman Dock to the three-way intersection of 12t Read more...
Metro revises fall service changes but doesn't back off cut to First Hill's 2
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - The just-released revisions to Metro's proposed Fall 2012 service changes don't include any significant Capitol Hill area-related updates from the the proposals for routes on and around Capitol Hill CHS documented in November. You can look at that in two ways. On one hand, Metro planners decided not to incorporate any feedback you provided via their online survey or at a series of public meetings on the changes. On the other, at least the agency isn't proposing to tweak your commute any further. Meanwhile, a community group is rallying around pushing back the changes proposed for Route 2. Details below. A quick spin through Metro's "Have a Say" site shows this message in red for nearly all the area routes CHS took a look at: The exception is Route 2. But the agency isn't, yet, backing off its plans to slice the route connecting Queen Anne and First Hill via downtown. Instead, the revision from the November proposal is a tweak designed to replace service on the QA end of things. Our updates from November plus insights from Seattle Transit Blog's Bruce Nourish, then, still stand. We've included most of that information again, below. Not everything in central Seattle was static, however. Central District News reports that Metro has backpedaled on its proposal to trim route 27. Nourish, meanwhile, sums up the rest of the revised proposal package here. He provided this overview of the proposed fall 2012 changes to us in November. We also recommend reading the comment thread on that post for some good discussion of the changes and the process. Thanks much to Aleks Bromfield for his contribution to that discussion. Bruce Nourish notes on Metro Fall 2012 service proposals: * Route 11 gets a major boost in weekday midday frequency from 30 to 15 minutes, while nights and weekends remain at 30. * Route 14N (the part of the 14 north of where it turns on Pike) is split off from the 14S and will cease service around 7 PM on all days; frequency will drop to 45 minutes on the weekends and weekday midday, staying at its current rush hour frequency. * Routes 10, 11 and 14N will now terminate on 2nd Ave & Pine/Pike downtown, exactly like the 43 does now. This means you'll have to walk/transfer to get to the south parts of downtown and other places that those routes previously went to (Colman Dock, West Seattle, Jackson St/Mount Baker), but will make these buses much more reliable. * Route 12 will now loop around at Colman Dock, requiring a walk/transfer to get to the north end of downtown. Its frequency will not change, but see the next point. * Route 2's northern segment, from the point where it now turns from Seneca to 3rd Ave will be deleted; instead, it will be routed down Madison/Marion just like the 12 (It's probably worth showing the map below, to help readers understand this). The 2 will maintain its current frequency, but will be staggered to provide very frequent service from Colman Dock to the three-way intersection of 12t Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 11:46 am
The works and perspectives of Margot Bird
Capitol Hill Times Police Blotter - ... she has seen many changes in the scene. More and more venues are opening themselves up to art exhibits on Capitol Hill and public attendance has been growing. Not only has local enthusiasm increased but the active hub of the art scene in Seattle has ... Read more...
The works and perspectives of Margot Bird
Capitol Hill Times Police Blotter - ... she has seen many changes in the scene. More and more venues are opening themselves up to art exhibits on Capitol Hill and public attendance has been growing. Not only has local enthusiasm increased but the active hub of the art scene in Seattle has ... Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 11:46 am
Preserving a - Hood on the Hill
Capitol Hill Times Police Blotter - ... and music fills the air. While this may sound just like most, if not all, of the neighborhoods in the greater Capitol Hill area, there is something different about 15th. Maybe it's the calmer, small-town feel of the area, with its lack of large ... Read more...
Preserving a - Hood on the Hill
Capitol Hill Times Police Blotter - ... and music fills the air. While this may sound just like most, if not all, of the neighborhoods in the greater Capitol Hill area, there is something different about 15th. Maybe it's the calmer, small-town feel of the area, with its lack of large ... Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 10:36 am
Photos: Bike Polo players compete at Cal Anderson
KOMO TV - Full story available at KOMO TV Read more...
Photos: Bike Polo players compete at Cal Anderson
KOMO TV - Full story available at KOMO TV Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 9:14 am
Music Films at the NWFF: Spring 2012
The Stranger - ... nuary 1980 show unforgettable. The Northwest Film Forum is located at 1515 12th Avenue between Pike and Pine on Capitol Hill. For more information, please call 206-829-7863 or click here . Read more...
Music Films at the NWFF: Spring 2012
The Stranger - ... nuary 1980 show unforgettable. The Northwest Film Forum is located at 1515 12th Avenue between Pike and Pine on Capitol Hill. For more information, please call 206-829-7863 or click here . Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 7:48 am
Swedish-Providence affiliation finalized
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - Swedish Medical Centers will have no changes in end-of-life policies and will transition elective abortions to a new Planned Parenthood clinic on First Hill as the plan to share resources in a multi-billion dollar combination of two massive health care providers won't be challenged by the FTC, according to Swedish and Providence Health and Services representatives. In a statement released Wednesday, Swedish and Providence outlined the efficiencies expected from the combination of shared facilities and resources. In October, the Seattle Times reported that Swedish was working toward no longer offering elective abortions as the affiliation was being shaped and would instead back a new Planned Parenthood clinic on First Hill.Despite the changes on the abortion front, Swedish officials have said there will be no changes in end-of-life policy at its facilities. Frequent CHS contributor Andrew Taylor spoke to Q13 in October about concerns regarding the end-of-life policy in light of the affiliation.This fall, both organizations announced small layoffs, citing financial reasons.Here is the statement on the finalized Swedish-Provident agreement:Officials from locally based Providence Health & Services and Swedish Health Services announced today that the affiliation between both health systems is official. This unique affiliation will allow both organizations to work together to improve health care quality, access and affordability for residents of Western Washington.Swedish joins with Providence's Northwest and Southwest Washington operations to create a new organization serving the greater Puget Sound area. This new region includes all of Swedish's operations in King and South Snohomish counties and Providence's operations in King, Snohomish, Thurston and Lewis counties.Through this affiliation both organizations will collaborate to better deliver health care to the region, while at the same time maintaining their individual identities and heritage. Providence will retain its Catholic identity and name, and Swedish will retain its name and will remain non-religious. While the organizations' names and brands won't be changing and patients won't see any difference in how they access care, by working together, Providence and Swedish can reduce costs and increase quality and access for patients in Western Washington."This is an exciting day for both organizations," said John Koster, MD, Providence Health & Services president and CEO. "Together, we will reach new levels of excellence and will be able to improve quality and access for Western Washington in a way we couldn't as separate organizations." Read more...
Swedish-Providence affiliation finalized
Capitol Hill Seattle blog - Swedish Medical Centers will have no changes in end-of-life policies and will transition elective abortions to a new Planned Parenthood clinic on First Hill as the plan to share resources in a multi-billion dollar combination of two massive health care providers won't be challenged by the FTC, according to Swedish and Providence Health and Services representatives. In a statement released Wednesday, Swedish and Providence outlined the efficiencies expected from the combination of shared facilities and resources. In October, the Seattle Times reported that Swedish was working toward no longer offering elective abortions as the affiliation was being shaped and would instead back a new Planned Parenthood clinic on First Hill.Despite the changes on the abortion front, Swedish officials have said there will be no changes in end-of-life policy at its facilities. Frequent CHS contributor Andrew Taylor spoke to Q13 in October about concerns regarding the end-of-life policy in light of the affiliation.This fall, both organizations announced small layoffs, citing financial reasons.Here is the statement on the finalized Swedish-Provident agreement:Officials from locally based Providence Health & Services and Swedish Health Services announced today that the affiliation between both health systems is official. This unique affiliation will allow both organizations to work together to improve health care quality, access and affordability for residents of Western Washington.Swedish joins with Providence's Northwest and Southwest Washington operations to create a new organization serving the greater Puget Sound area. This new region includes all of Swedish's operations in King and South Snohomish counties and Providence's operations in King, Snohomish, Thurston and Lewis counties.Through this affiliation both organizations will collaborate to better deliver health care to the region, while at the same time maintaining their individual identities and heritage. Providence will retain its Catholic identity and name, and Swedish will retain its name and will remain non-religious. While the organizations' names and brands won't be changing and patients won't see any difference in how they access care, by working together, Providence and Swedish can reduce costs and increase quality and access for patients in Western Washington."This is an exciting day for both organizations," said John Koster, MD, Providence Health & Services president and CEO. "Together, we will reach new levels of excellence and will be able to improve quality and access for Western Washington in a way we couldn't as separate organizations." Read more...
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