If you are like us, you’ve been wondering what the heck is going on with the intersection at 17th/Beacon/Forest, across from the library, that’s been closed since September. Allison Delong took the initiative to call SDOT to find out.
Apparently, the hold-up is that they need to grind some asphalt to finish the work, and the grinder is in the shop! They hope to have the intersection open again in the next few weeks, one way or another.
Thanks, Allison, for posting to the Beacon Hill list!
Jeff Davis reports that thieves have broken into his locking mailbox, and there is evidence in the area that other folks have had mail thefts as well. Keep your eyes open for unsavory activity on Cheasty, and let us know if you have been the victim of a mail theft.
From the mailing list.
Two suspects were arrested this morning for a street robbery that occurred just after 2:00 am in the 6200 block of Beacon Avenue South. Two adult males reported an attempted robbery in which one of the suspects displayed a revolver. The suspects fled into a residence on the same block. Police surrounded the house, and found 10 people inside, including two that were positively identified by the victims. The gun was found and turned out to be stolen.
The suspects, one of which was a juvenile, were booked for Investigation of Robbery and Violation of the Uniform Firearms Act.
Via the SPD, and the Rainier Valley Post, who are practically the Beacon Hill Post today!)
According to a post on the Beacon Hill list today, a large rock was thrown through the front window of the Beacon Pub at about 1:30 am this morning. The vandal was caught on videotape, but has not yet been found.
2008 has not been a good year for the Beacon Pub.
Thanks to Jessica de Barros for the post!
El Centro de la Raza is hosting a series of events for DÃa de Los Muertos this year.
“The Legend of the Three Deaths†is the theme of this year’s celebration. Opening night is Saturday, November 1. Dinner will be served at 4:45 pm, and the opening ceremony starts at 5:45 pm. Admission is free. El Centro de la Raza is located at 2524 16th Ave South For more information, call (206) 957-4640.
The Ofrenda exhibit, where altars made by community members and organizations will be displayed, will be open November 1-21, on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and on Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm. You may submit photos to honor your deceased loved ones at the exhibit. Photos of your friends and family who have passed, or photos representing social justice issues are both welcomed. The photo submission deadline is this Saturday, October 25. Email your photos to assistant@elcentrodelaraza.org or bring an original copy for scanning to the Development Office, Room 304.
There will also be a Wednesday Charla (discussion series) on Wednesdays from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Admission is free.
This Saturday, October 25, the Greater Duwamish Council and the SE District Council are co-sponsoring a community meeting to discuss the new neighborhood planning process and “how to create vibrant, successful neighborhoods” at the light rail stations.
The event will be at the New Holly Gathering Hall, 7054 32nd Avenue South, at 12:00 noon, and snacks and child care will be provided.
Local acupuncturists, in conjunction with Acupuncturists Without Borders, are planning a permanent acupuncture clinic for veterans. To kick off the project, they are hosting a free clinic on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 6:00 pm, at El Centro de la Raza (2524 16th Avenue South).
Here’s the announcement from AWB:
Acupuncturists Without Borders (AWB) is implementing a nationwide program to provide free acupuncture to returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans. Groups around the country are forming to create a nationwide network of free community acupuncture clinics for veterans and their families. Seattle area acupuncturists are in the planning of stages of forming a weekly clinic focused exclusively on serving Veterans, and will host their inaugural event in the El Centro de la Raza community center on Beacon Hill on November 11 at 6:00 p.m. …
Donations and sponsorships to this event will be split 50-50, with half of the proceeds going to support AWB’s national efforts, and half going to support the formation of the Seattle Veterans’ Acupuncture Clinic. Tax exempt contributions can be made to Acupuncturists Without Borders, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Veterans and their immediate families can reserve a place at this event by making an online appointment at http://www.communichi.org/ or by calling 206-860-5009.
Thanks to Jordan for posting this to the Beacon Hill List!
Yesterday was an amazing October day: the sky cloudless blue, and the air relatively warm. It was a good day for a walk around the neighborhood. I brought my camera, and here’s a little bit of what I saw:
The Fourth Annual Georgetown Haunted History Tour is this weekend, October 24th and 25th, with two nights of four one-hour walking tours each. The Friends of Georgetown History promise “creepy stories, haunting theatrics and ghoulish music” for all. Ticket and other info may be found at this link. Costumes are encouraged.