In the Neighborhood & On the Scene

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Hi everyone! Michael Rice here, guest blogging. I popped out yesterday for a few pictures. They’re not as good as the usual Columbia City Blogger’s, but I felt like I had to post something!   

Here’s a shot looking north from near the bank (across from the movie theater). It was just starting to snow again. As you can see, there aren’t many cars on the road, let alone parked.

Still, it was a weekend day, so quite a few people were out trying to enjoy the snow. That said, I don’t think this woman was having much fun trying to push that stroller through the snow.

The lucky Number 7 was faring better than she was. As of today, however, bus service is still running less than half its normal routes (in fact, number 14 isn’t running at all). Make sure you call for information, (206)553-3000 before you head out, or check transit.metrokc.gov.

In fact, you’ll probably do better with the 7 than these bikes!

In time for Thanksgiving, The New York Times boils Seattle down and serves us up in their latest travel piece, 36 Hours in Seattle. This is one to clip for your out-of-town guests. The itinerary's solid, check it out. It begins at the waterfront on day one, explores all parts core-ward on day two, and parachutes into Columbia City on… Continue reading

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See "Quantum of Solace" at Seattle's Coolest Neighborhood Theater (of which more here). I'll be honest, I've been waiting for this one all summer. I'm in the "Daniel Craig is the best Bond ever" camp. Too bad tonight's midnight showing has sold out. Columbia City Cinema | 4816 Rainier Ave S 98118, (206) 721-3156 Showtimes

Weather this rainy and cold demands comfort food and lots of it. Like Macaroni and Cheese. Chicken Pot Pie. Kick Butt Chili. Yup. And let's not forget that bottle of wine. Tonight, between 7:00–9:00 p.m., eat anything from the dinner menu at Geraldine's Counter and they'll donate… Continue reading

The Rainier Valley Historical Society hosts a rare Open House this Friday evening, November 7th between 6:00–9:00 p.m., during Columbia City's monthly BeatWalk event. Check out the RVHS's new window display honoring politicians with Rainier Valley roots. From Director Mikala Woodward's article… Continue reading

These kids spilling out of the school killed me. They said they'd held a Kids Vote at the New School. Let's see, Barack Obama got 338 votes to John McCain's 35. Rough day for John! Bob Barr (I know!) got 5 votes. Each of the "girls" got 4 votes apiece, I'm told. These kids have Continue reading

Maybe you voted early or mailed in your absentee ballot already. Good for you! If you're voting today—and you will, won't you?—I pulled together some pointers for Election Day.

Where am I supposed to go?

King County Voter Guide Lookup: "Locate your polling place