August 25, 2011

Phil and his daughter Jenna found this nest in the traffic circle at Northeast 91st Street and 8th Avenue Northeast. “It is the size of a basketball and very active. Amazing how fast they grow,” he writes. He - and we - believe it is a nest of bald-faced hornets, and Dennis Paulson, director emeritus

August 24, 2011

Two Dog Yoga is celebrating 20 years in Lake City from Aug. 29-Sept. 4 with a full week of free classes at its location just north of the Lake City Library at 12549 28th N.E. From its website: In gratitude to our regular Two Doggers, and with the intention of growing the pack, Two Dog offers a

August 23, 2011

The Maple Leaf Dog Oasis is happy to thank Elly for the donation of a new treat jar to the popular canine attraction at the corner of 12th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 89th Street. And not just any jar. THIS jar has a sturdy handle molded right into the body of the jar. Try and

August 23, 2011

The outdoor market at Aljoya Thornton Place returns this Thursday as planned, on the last Thursday of the month. The market, at 450 N.E. 100th St., includes fresh produce and food tasting from the chef at Aljoya’s Lilly’s restaurant. Bring cash or credit card to pay for your fresh goods. The market will be held

August 23, 2011

And speaking of food trucks, we just got word that the Barriga Llena mobile food vendor will be in the neighborhood for lunch today. Their specialty is the Mexican torta. It can be described as a sandwich or sub in a special Mexican bread with unique and rich ingredients that make the torta a delightful