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We’re back, baby! Join in the pride funtivities at over 15 locations throughout Georgetown: street fair, parade, free weddings, tattoos, live music, DJ sets, karaoke, open mics, parties, deals at local merchants, hot dog proms and more! 2025 events include: Specials, Sales & Deals at Local Businesses (starting at 11am ): Businesses throughout Georgetown offering deals, from food & beverage specials to flash tattoo sales! Check the event website for information. Street Fair @ Bloom Bistro (11am - 3pm) : Live music, bagel eating competition, carnival games, hands on art experience, flash tattoos and more! Parade thru Neighborhood (3pm - 4pm) : All are welcome to join on foot, unicycle, roller skates - you name it! Build a float and bring it, or post up along the parade route and wave as folks pass by. Evening Frivolities (4pm - Late):  Hit up all ages or 21+ establishments for live music, performance art, food & beverage specials, DJ sets, Hot Dog Prom 2.0, karaoke, open mics and more! The most current information is available at georgetowncommunitycouncil.com/pride , or follow us on Instagram ( @georgetownpride ).

By Hannah & Adam Barron Hi neighbors! We’re Hannah and Adam Barron — married since 2018, partners in both life and weekend adventures, and proud Georgetown residents since last spring. One year in, and we’re more in love with this neighborhood than ever. We first met in Los Angeles and spent a decade there before heading north to Seattle. Georgetown instantly felt like home. Every day we marvel that in the second-hilliest city in America, we somehow found the flattest neighborhood. You can basically walk to Airport Way from anywhere in town without breaking a sweat — and we have! This place is gloriously weird in all the best ways. If you’re not charmed by a haunted former brothel (RIP Queen Sarah), a giant anchor with a plaque commemorating nothing, or a pop-up mall made of trailer park RVs in a parking lot, then frankly, you’re the weird one. Georgetown has a spicy past and a joyful present, with carnivals, parades, block parties, and neighbors who always show up to support and celebrate each other. The garden game here? Unreal. The Georgetown Garden Walk should be a full HGTV series, and the P-Patch continues to amaze us with its beauty, creativity, and resilience. We live in a neighborhood where a former gas station is now a rotating artist gallery and pocket park. We were once offered a $50 can of dirt to support it — and yep, we did it. This place takes its art seriously, and we love that about it. Food-wise, Georgetown slaps. Hard. We discovered Fonda La Catrina early, because we are not fools and we can follow a crowd. But it took us way too long to find the magic behind the speak-easyesque Ciudad, now firmly in our rotation. A few other Georgetown favorites include Pho Hiho (with service so fast you’ll think you ordered ahead), BopBox (whose Banchan Bento box might be one of the best takeout meals in Seattle), and Calozzi’s Cheesesteaks — where our Philly friends confirmed that we had “the real deal” in the neighborhood. And speaking of neighborhood flavor — Bloom Bistro & Grocery opening this past year was a game changer. Not only are their bagels elite, but their pantry shelves are packed with local gem flavor bombs in jars that have become staples in our kitchen. A few other pro tips: Never skip a chance to walk into Fran’s for a free sample. Georgetown’s location is everything — we’re 30 minutes from Bellevue, 20 from downtown or the airport, 15 from Columbia City or West Seattle, and just 10 from Costco. And finally: Tell people you live in Georgetown, and you get real reactions. “Ohhh nice,” followed by stories of amazing meals or oddball events they remember from a single visit. We’ve seen the charms of other neighborhoods, but none have felt more like home than here. And honestly — how many neighborhoods have a free community newspaper? Next up: getting our cats Bramble and Biscuit named “Pets of the Month” and finally winning the Georgetown Carnival cake walk. We’ll see you there. With love and picnic plans pending, Hannah & Adam

Georgetown Carnival is June 14 from Noon - 10 p.m. The family-friendly fun continues this year with bands, art, carnival games, food, drinks and a new event this year: An Inflatable Costume Race! Want to get involved? Here are a few ways to join in: Volunteer during the event Want to staff a Carnival game? Help set up or tear down? Staff an information booth? Volunteers are needed to make Carnival happen! Access the Volunteer Sign-up Form or email info@georgetownseattle.org to sign up for a 1-2 hour volunteer shift. Join the Inflatable Costume Race T his year will feature Carnival's first ever Inflatable Costume Race down Airport Way! This is a Bring Your Own Costume race facilitated by HONK!, and there will be prizes. All ages are welcome, and anyone under 18 will need to have a guardian sign a waiver. Parent/kid combinations welcome! Want to enter the race? Access the Sign-up Form .

Join the Duwamish River Community Coalition in the South Park Plaza, 8456 Dallas Ave S, on Tuesday, June 10 from 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. to learn about their Clean Air Program for South Park and Georgetown. HEPA air filters provided to the first 30 participants!

Pet's full names : Furgie Nicknames : Furg, Furguson, Furgie Girl, Furgalicious, Furg Turd, Turdy  Breed(s, if known) : Chihuahua mix  Age : 2 years old  Occupation/hobbies : Bone Collector and backup security Favorite trick : Tricking my brother into letting me steal his bones  Favorite snack : Whatever bone my brother is chewing on  What your pet wants their neighbors to know : Hide ya bones  To have your pet featured in an upcoming issue of the Gazette, visit   bit.ly/write4gtownblog  or email cutepetsofgeorgetown@gmail.com

If sold, problematic property could operate as motel again or as another business Vacant for two years, the former Airlane Motel is on the market for $1.2 million. (Photo by Steve Lannen) A Georgetown property with a history of crime and complaints from neighbors is on the market again.   The former Airlane Motel, 7070 E. Marginal Way S, is listed for $1.2 million. That is nearly half the $2.1 million asking price when it was previously listed in 2022, but did not sell.   The optimistic listing by Keller-Williams Realty Tacoma suggests the 21-room "boutique" hotel on a quarter acre could realize "tons of upside" after renovation. It also mentions "tons of breweries, restaurants and nightlife nearby" for motel guests.   But residents on Flora Avenue S recall a motel that generated its own seedy scene. It became a hub for drugs and prostitution drawing the ire of residents who had to deal with abandoned cars, sleep interrupted by screaming or people relieving themselves in their front yards.   Twelve years ago, Seattle Police designated the hotel a "chronic nuisance property" and threatened fines and property seizure. In February 2023, a 30-year-old man was shot and killed inside the motel. The case remains unsolved. In May 2023, a fire in a room caused $60,000 damage. Renovations began, but the motel never reopened. Weeds grew around the property and graffiti covered the once off-white walls. A large pile of tires formed behind the motel.   Last fall, a series of complaints filed with the city indicated squatters had broken into the building and were regularly "coming and going" through broken windows and doors. In early March, the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspection issued an emergency order to close the building due to "high hazard conditions." Wood boards sealed off the front entrance.   Calls and emails to the city's SDCI spokesman asking for more details of SDCI findings were not returned. Attempts to reach the property owner, SEED 153 LLC, were also unsuccessful.   Although next to a residential neighborhood, the property is zoned for commercial use. This means the property could continue as a motel or apartments, but it could also become the site of a warehouse, retail, some types of manufacturing, a restaurant, church or even a cabaret.

The Duwamish River Community Coalition (DRCC) will be hosting a job fair on Saturday, June 7th at the Concord International School (723 S Concord St). Stop in between 10am - 1pm to learn about career opportunities! Contact robin@drcc.org for more information.

Kristen Linck and I first crossed paths on social media via the Georgetown Community Discussion Group on Facebook. Her post–a twinkle in the sea of everyday updates about neighborhood happenings, warnings and sightings of a certain feline celebrity–captured my attention. It was a brief introduction about her pelvic health practice housed in the Hamilton Building at 6007 12th Avenue S. With my history of abdominal surgeries, I figured my pelvis, like many others, could stand some strengthening and refinement; so, I reached out to her to learn more. Kristen and Timber Image by shon't.savage How you might know her : Owner/practitioner at Pelvic Health Alliance as well as “that lesbian who helps people build things.” What do you do? (e.g., your profession, personal mission, passion, etc.)? “I am a certified Exercise Physiologist … similar to a personal trainer, but a little bit different.” Pelvic health in general … “If you have a pelvis, you have a pelvic floor. There are so many ways [pelvic wellness] can benefit people [when they] learn a little bit about when to engage and when to relax [their] pelvic floor. Pelvic health as a mission … “Most pelvic [health] clinics are tailored to cisgender women. They do not talk about trans people; they do not talk about male-identifying folks. I want this to be an [inclusive] space where we continue to learn about each other and also our bodies and our pelvises.” What brought you to Georgetown? Why this neighborhood? “I have always loved the vibe of Georgetown. Every time I’ve gone into a business, it’s felt small-town friendly: people ask about you; they remember you. And this [reality] is even more true once you become a business owner. I’ve worked in different areas in the city and there is nothing like [Georgetown]. Nothing like it.” What keeps you here? What do you like about our ‘hood?  “The community … which just keeps getting better.” A piece of advice for your Georgetown neighbors, new or old? “For new business owners and people moving into the neighborhood: reach out to community members (Georgetown Community Council, Georgetown Merchants Association, etc.), introduce yourself, and get involved. It is important that we keep Georgetown small and local.” Your future Georgetown looks like … “Being a member of the community who serves as a staple for others. I really want to be a person and a place where people can come for help regarding their bodies.” More information about Kristen can be found at www.pelvichealthalliance.com . She offers a free 60-minute introductory session for those interested in working with her. If you would like to be featured in “Peeps in the Neighborhood” or want to recommend someone for us to consider, please forward an email to shon’t at shontatGTownGazette@gmail.com .

What’s better than developing a new creative skill or exploring a craft that whets your curiosity? Doing these things with knowledgeable experts for FREE! The Georgetown Association of Arts and Culture (GTAAC) is once again hosting an Education Week where FREE art and skillshare classes will be offered to Georgetown residents from Monday, May 12 - Sunday, May 18. Classes will be taught by local artisans, some of whom live in the neighborhood (Laura Wright, we see you!). Visit here  for more information and registration details.

Soil study shows high levels of lead and other contaminants on some residential properties Soil samples taken from Duwamish Valley residences found high levels of contaminants. (Photo by Steve Lannen) By Steve Lannen A couple months ago, as the daffodils began to flower and the tulips poked through the soil, I daydreamed about this summer’s garden. Herbs, tomatoes, dahlias, maybe cucumbers? Then, an email raised my eyebrows: My soil has a high level of lead. Yikes! When ingested or absorbed through the skin at high enough levels, lead can cause cancer. Contaminated soil is a reality for many living in the Duwamish Valley and one of the many challenges of living in a place surrounded by industry. I’ve been here long enough to know our area’s dirty history. We live near an EPA Superfund site. Two airports and major roads foul the air. The state ecology department is constantly cleaning up the messes of long-gone manufacturers. We have worse health outcomes than people in wealthier neighborhoods. But I always wondered about my property. How bad was it? Last summer, researchers with the Duwamish Valley Research Coordination Network sampled my soil and that of 16 other properties in Georgetown and South Park. They also took samples from other sites like the Georgetown Steam Plant, outfalls at the Duwamish River and Jack Block Park. They tested for heavy metals, like lead, and for hydrocarbons, including gasoline and motor oil. Results showed most of the residences tested exceeded the natural level for arsenic found in soil in the Puget Sound. Half the sites exceeded 100 mg/kg of lead. No amount of lead is good, but above the threshold of 100 mg/kg is a concern research study coordinator Simon Richard said. (Great, guess my yard is an overachiever at 210 mg/kg?) Richard assured me Georgetown residents don’t have to wear a HAZMAT suit while mowing the lawn or quit gardening. We do need to be smart and strategic. Here are a few tips: -          Leafy greens and plants with edible stalks and stems (chard, kale, lettuce, etc.) seem to take up the most contaminants. Plant them in containers or raised beds with organic soil. -          Fruiting plants (tomatoes, squash, etc.) don’t take up as much of the contaminants. Those can still grow in the ground. -          Use plastic gloves when handling soil or wash garden gloves often. -          Wear a mask if it is dry and windy to prevent breathing dust. -          Air pollution is also a risk, so wash everything before eating. If anything, Richard made me feel more empowered in my yard. I also feel confident about my decision to grow anything I eat in containers. Partially funded with an EPA grant, the study’s results will be compared with other studies and maps to hopefully determine sources of the contaminants, Richard said. Sites near the river tend to show higher contaminant levels than residential sites suggesting one hypothesis, he said. To learn more about the DVRCN’s work, go to https://sites.google.com/uw.edu/dvrcn/

Georgetown Brewing is kicking off Pride month this year with the debut of Shelly's Leg, a limited-edition beer brewed in honor and celebration of Seattle's queer history. The beer is named after Seattle's first openly operated gay bar, which opened its doors in Pioneer Square in 1973. The establishment, named after its owner Shelly Bauman (who lost a leg during a tragic accident in 1970 ), was only open 2 years before a fuel truck fire on the Alaskan Way viaduct damaged the building and ultimately led to the disco's closure in 1977. Georgetown Brewing is hosting a beer release party for Shelly's Leg on Saturday, May 31. The event will feature a drag show by BACON STRIP, and 100 percent of ticket and beer sales will benefit The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to support their work spreading joy and uplifting the queer community. Details below: Date:  Saturday, May 31, 2025 Time:  6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Location:  Georgetown Brewing Co., 5200 Denver Ave S Tickets:  $35 general admission (includes 2 drink tickets) or $15 for designated drivers. Tickets can be purchased on the event website .

HONK! Fest West will be gracing Georgetown again with its brassy presence on Friday, May 30 from 6-10 p.m. Enjoy an evening of festivities and free music provided by over 30 bands! Follow the sounds of horns to 12th Ave S & Airport Way S. Check out honkfestwest.org for more information.