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Seattle’s free tree program closes July 31
Fremonsters looking to add a little more green to the neighborhood have until July 31 to apply for a free tree from the city. Seattle’s Trees for Neighborhoods program, run by Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities, is taking applications for its 2026 round through the end of the month. Residents can request up to three trees per year,…
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Seattle Parks board to hear Lincoln High Field proposal July 23
The Seattle Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners will hold a special meeting July 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave. E., to consider Seattle Public Schools’ proposal for a new Lincoln High School athletic field at Lower Woodland Park. The meeting includes a public hearing; comment can also be submitted by email, and…
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House History: The Mission Revival speakeasy mystery
Sometimes referred to as the Speakeasy House, here’s a rundown of the history of the 1924 Mission Revival house at 503 North 42nd St. from local historian Valarie Bunn. You can also read more here about the house from the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods. 503 North 42nd Street (Celdon F. Martin House) The house at the southeast corner of 42nd…
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Final phase of B.F. Day windows project underway
If you’ve walked past B.F. Day Elementary recently, you’ve probably noticed that the historic school is now wrapped in protective plastic sheeting and plywood from roofline to sidewalk. The sight marks a major milestone for the $5.8 million window replacement project that Fremont Neighbor has been following since spring 2025. After prep work last summer, the actual window installation is…
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Fremont events July 22-25
Here’s some good stuff happening in the neighborhood: July 22: Trans/Nonbinary Craft Evening Sabina is hosting a crafting night for trans and nonbinary folks at Ophelia’s Books, 3504 Fremont Ave N. Bring your own project or make repurposed book-page envelopes; supplies provided (small donation for materials requested). Cis friends and family welcome too. All 15 and older. 7-8:30 p.m. Note:…
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