Comments

March 29, 2007 by 5 Comments

Check out Chuck’s comments on his recent experience at Beato.    I wish I could figure out how to have the Comment Section on Beach Drive Blog show at least a "teaser" portion…if anyone out there is an expert with Typepad blogs (the platform that I’m using for BDB), please let me know.    Since we currently don’t have teaser comments…I’ll give you a little tease from Chuck’s review:

"I would definitely save room for the chocolate ravioli….The wine list is excellent…."

The Comment Section is on the left, just under where you can subscribe to email updates from BDB.   

If you click on the link that has the title the post, it will take you to that post and  you can read the commentary from readers.   And by the way, blogs love to have comments so, as Bob says, don’t be bashful!

Filed Under: Food and Drink, Weblogs, Wine and Cellars

Bob says “Don’t be Bashful”

March 26, 2007 by 2 Comments

Dsc_0684_2 Bob is in search of new writers for the Beach Drive Blog.   He says it’s very simple to write for a blog.  Here are few tips from our friend, Bob on blogging:

1) It’s really no different than writing an email to your friend or neighbor. 

2) The post does not have to be long.   

3) You can add links to other information that is relevant to your message…or not!

4) Beach Drive Blog can either set you up as a guest author (which is very simple to do).   Just ask!

5) Or you can just submit your message or article directly. 

6) Photos are optional.   You can email it with your article and I will enter it in your post.

7)  Check out the categories (above left) for some possible ideas of what to write.

Here are some quick ideas for a post on Beach Drive Blog:

  • Garden tips
  • Community events
  • Upcoming garage or yard sales
  • School events
  • Block watch/crime reporting
  • History of Beach Drive or homes along Beach Drive
  • Poetry
  • Restaurant reviews
  • Parks along Beach Drive
  • Announcements (weddings….new babies…. etc.)

So come on…dive in!  It’s a splash.   The more writers, the merrier!

Filed Under: Wildlife

Art at Joe’s

March 25, 2007 by Leave a Comment

In a previous post, I mentioned that at Endolyne Joe’s has an art exhibit featuring mask created by Explorer West students.   

Img_4923 The mask are for sale.    I bought this one (photo below).   Titled, Slip Knot.

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Would you like to promote what’s going on with your local school?  Don’t be shy…BDB is always looking for new contributors!   Send me an email and make my day.  🙂

Filed Under: Just for fun

Making the Most of a Saturday

March 25, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Looks like fun, doesn’t it?  This brave soul was in front of Emma Schmitz Memorial Park on Saturday afternoon.Dsc_0641

Filed Under: Just for fun

Grey Day

March 24, 2007 by Leave a Comment

If you join me for a sail today, please be sure to wear your grey.   

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Filed Under: Just for fun

Public Safety Newsletter from Seattle Police Department

March 23, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Published on March 2, 2007, here is a link to read the two page Safety Newsletter.   It is packed with very important information about safety.

Here are some facts, trends and security tips on home burglaries from the newsletter:

  • Burglaries most often occur between 11:00 a.m.  – 4:00 p.m.  when most people are at work.
  • Burglaries when the home is occupied, are rare.   The thieves do not want to encounter anyone.    They want to get in and get out with your goods.
  • Common points of entry include open/unlocked bathroom or kitchen windows and unlocked doors.    Ground level or basement windows and back/side doors are also popular.
  • Do not open your doors to strangers.   When someone comes to the door, answer the door without opening it even if you are expecting someone.    Notify your neighbors if you suspect someone strange is going door to door (this is a good reason to get our "neighborhood list" complete).

For more information about the Seattle Police Department Southwest Precinct, click here.

Filed Under: Safety

Seattle’s New Neighborhood Policing Plan

March 22, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Neighborhood Policing & Public Safety Forums with Mayor Nickels, Police Chiefs & Public Safety officials

* Meet with City of Seattle representatives
* Get answers to your public safety questions

City and other agency staff will be also available to answer questions &
provide information on:

• New neighborhood policing strategy
• Code Enforcement
• Emergency Preparedness (SNAP)
• Pedestrian and Bike Safety
• Illegal Dumping / Graffiti Hotline
• Auto theft prevention, "The Club" discounts
• Translated 911 instructions, and more!

* light refreshments will be provided *

All forums are from 6 to 7:30 pm:

March 28th East Precinct: Montlake Community Center, 1618 E. Calhoun St.

April 3rd, SE/SW Precinct, Van Asselt Community Center, 2820 S Myrtle St

April 10th, West Precinct, Magnolia Community Center, 2550 34th Ave W

April 25th, North Precinct, Woodland Park Zoo, ARC Building, 5500 Phinney Ave N

Learn more about the Neighborhood Policing Staffing Plan at www.seattle.gov/mayor/issues/policing

For more information, call 615-0048 orEmail <Michael.Gilmore@Seattle.Gov>   

Thank you to Alki Beach Community for posting this message! 

Filed Under: Current Affairs, Safety

Spring in Seattle means Cherry Blossoms and Rain

March 22, 2007 by Leave a Comment

And…with the temps dipping down into the 30’s over the next week…I’m a bit concerned I might have been too anxious in dragging my bougainvilleas and other wintered plants out of the garage last weekend during a "warm moment" outside.    "Eh-gads", as my Grandma Esther would say!

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Filed Under: In the Garden, Weather

West Seattle Pet Rodeo

March 21, 2007 by 1 Comment

Do you have an extra talented pet?  Or do you or your pet share some resemblance?

Maybe you should enter the West Seattle Pet Rodeo and Snooty Walk.   This event will take place on April 21, 2007 from 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Hiawatha Park. 

No mean dogs or angry cats are allowed!

For more information, contact stcodling@seattleschools.org

Our family will not have any entries in this competition…our most talented pet once won a MySpace contest for being white…that’s where our talent ends!

Thelma

Filed Under: Just for fun, Pets

Pet Food Recall

March 20, 2007 by Leave a Comment

DogsJust in case you’ve missed this in the news…Menu Foods has a massive recall on dog and cat food.    Animals are dying from kidney failure due to a suspect wheat gluten.   Many of the foods are "high end" moist foods and I know this doesn’t relate directly to our neighborhood…but we all love our cats and dogs.   

Here is an article from the Seattle Times and a link to Menu Foods for recall information.   There are 42 different brands of cat food and 51 types of dog food that are being recalled.   If your pet is showing any signs of sickness, please get them to your vet as soon as possible.

Filed Under: Current Affairs, Pets
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