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If you're looking to outsource your pie-making, two local business are offering special Thanksgiving pies. Molly Moon's offers $15 Pumpkin Ice Cream Pies (pumpkin clove ice cream swirled into a graham cracker crust.). You can either grab one from the freezer or call in an advance order at 206-547-5105. Another local business Dani Cone(of Fuel Coffee fame)'s High 5 Pies is offering Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, or Caramel Pecan 7" deep-dish pies for $12. Contact Dani (dani at high5pie dot com) or order at one of Fuel's three locations. Note that High 5 is offering a gluten free version of these pies. Both Molly Moon & High 5 require that you order by close of business on Monday 11/23 - if you expect them to be ready for Thanksgiving Dinner. As our commenters point out below, you can also be charitable in securing pie. Lifelong Aids Alliance sells pies through Project Pie and their $25 pies are available for pickup on Tuesday and Wednesday at their 1002 East Seneca Street offices.
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CHS contributor alk17000 posted this news first this morning but due to a technical issue, we missed the post. Thanks for sharing the breaking news alk -- much appreciated and sorry for the mix-up. (Photo: Alk17000)
Update by jseattle: We screwed up on this story and missed breaking news reported by a contributor. We have a system that alerts us when new posts are created -- but it didn't fire for this post because of a glitch. As the comment on alk17000's post indicates, that's a lot of cops at the scene. Could be due to the proximity to East Precinct headquarters at 12th and Pine but we'll give SPD a call on Friday to find out. Still no word on person who was hit's condition.
Update 2: Our commenters and CHS news partner Seattle Times has part of the story answered:
A Seattle police officer was taken to Harborview Medical Center this morning after her foot was run over by a vehicle at the intersection of 15th Avenue and East Madison Street.
Police spokeswoman Renee Witt said the officer suffered a broken ankle, but was in otherwise good condition after the 11:30 a.m. incident.
Witt said the circumstances under which the officer was injured are unclear; the matter is under investigation.
We'll follow up on circumstances that led to the accident. Also, when we first posted this article, the headline mistakenly identified the location of the accident as 17th and Madison, not 15th.
When we spoke with the fire department spokesperson about the accident, there were two different incident numbers being tracked at the location so it appears the officer was at the scene of an aid response before the second accident occurred.
Original report: We received the following report from a neighbor. We will update with any information we receive from the SPD and/or SFD.
Wanted to report that this am at around 11:00 am as I was driving down Madison, at around 17th Ave. near the Madison Market I saw an accident. There was a fire truck and a man lying in the street. He looked like an older man with gray hair and glasses. They were getting a stretcher ready for him. As I drove by 5 police cars drove up. On my drive back home at around 11:30 there were still police cars there and officers directing traffic.
Another neighbor reports that traffic is being impacted at Madison & Pine - possibly as a consequence of this accident:
FYI - Not sure what's going on, but the police are routing all traffic traveling west on Madison off at Pine. Only one lane going east is open. It's been like this for at least an hour now. Seems to be really slowing down traffic on Madison going west.
When CHS first walked into Roy Street Coffee and Tea this morning shortly before 7 am, the place was bustling.
See pictures of the opening here.
According to Major Cohen, Senior Project Manager and a key proponent of these "inspired by Starbucks" cafes, the first group to arrive were the coffee nerds (our characterization - not his). Many in the group were excited to try the Panama La Esmeralda (CHS sampled this brew and it was one of the best cups of coffee we've had in a while) and other Clover beans. As we searched for a table, a bunch of them were excitedly discussing coffee, machinery and methods at a communal table. The morning crowd was composed of Starbucks corporate family members (those visiting from corporate included CEO Howard Schultz ), well-to-do older couples from North Capitol Hill, curiosity seekers, I-5 shores residents and those of us in search of good coffee and free wi-fi.
Starbucks PR agency Edelman emphasized to us that this is the second LEED certified Starbucks store and that all of Starbucks new stores henceforth will aim to be LEED certified. For you trivia hounds, the first Starbucks store to be LEED certified was in San Diego. Liz Muller, who is chiefly responsible for the design of the store, acknowledged to us that many of the design elements in the store were inspired by the Loveless Building across the street. The 3600 square foot space maintains flow and cohesion nicely for such an expanse. The large windows take advantage of the view of the Loveless Building and the North Broadway street life. Red and brown velvet curtains and fringed overstuffed velvet chairs lend a theatrical air to the place - but have the useful function of providing privacy and diminishing ambient noise. Music hewed closely to adult contemporary with occasional hip hop and an alternative track or two thrown into the mix.
Similar to 15th Avenue Coffee an Tea, this is an "inspired by Starbucks" store. Barristas do not wear Starbucks uniforms, the coffee and tea offerings are more extensive than at other Starbucks stores, and the bakery treats are from Essential. Like 15th Avenue, Roy Street will offer daily cuppings (the ones here will be at 2 pm) and free wi-fi. Note that, both 15th Avenue (as of two weeks ago) and Roy Street accept Starbucks cards. One significant difference is that Roy Street is able to offer a larger food menu (their refrigeration area in this space holds more) - including Tom Douglas soups.
If you visit Roy Street, let us know what you think. Some impressions from Twitter:
kevinseattle: checked it out this AM and was dissapointed how impressed I was. I think nearby local coffee shops really need to be worried :-(
blinkity: Heading to Roy Street Coffee & Tea for the opening. The guilt is astounding. Thanks a lot @alexishope. At least @Barista_Alex won't hate me.
smoovebcoffee: Less idiotic comments this time w/ Roy St Coffee. Locals get it-it's not about media, just coffee and a space to enjoy it.
regenius: Guess what just opened in my hood? Another coffee shop. Roy St. Coffee inspired by Starbucks. Think I'll stick w/ Joe Bar. #boycott
It's a 6 AM Wednesday morning debut for the latest Starbucks creation on Capitol Hill. We'll have additional coverage this morning but wanted you to get a look inside. What do you think of the new place?
Roy Street Barrista
Chairs reused from somewhere
Busy morning opening day
Interesting lighting is a must
CHS didn't attend the pre-launch media event on Tuesday night but we did get a few shots from other folks on the outside. Thanks to Aaron Brethorst for sharing this picture via Twitter .
Photo: Aaron Brethorst
And thanks to http://starbucksmelody.com for a shot from the inside at the preview.
Photo: Starbucks Melody (with permission)
Over on the article where we first posted the announcement that Roy St. Coffee and Tea was opening on Wednesday, there's a debate, um, brewing about the good and bad of corporate coffee and indie-styling . CHS goes back and forth between hostility and ignorance about Starbucks' 'Street Level Coffee' efforts. But the company seems to court the controversy with images like this:
Roy Street Coffee & Tea, originally uploaded by SlayerSeattle.
James Joule: Salford Scally...
Originally uploaded by dullhunk
Essex Property Trust Inc, the developer for Joule, an apartment building currently in construction across from the Brix, just announced a sculpture competition for local artists to submit sculptures to be featured on the development. Here are the details:
Essex Property Trust Inc., is developing a new mixed-use, six-story building at the north end of Broadway on Capitol Hill named Joule. Joule aims to bring back energy and vitality to the north end of Broadway that has been missing for decades. With a mix of retail on the street level and apartments above, Joule occupies an entire block and will be a lively and iconic addition to Capitol Hill.
In an effort to include the community and showcase local talent, Seattle sculpture artists are invited to participate in a design competition to create two winning sculptures for the project site. The Grand Prize winning sculpture will be placed at Joule’s main entry along Broadway, while the Second Place winning entry will be part of a rooftop deck landscape plan.
The development name, Joule, was chosen for its definition as a unit used to measure energy/heat. Artists should consider this definition and create designs that embody the themes of heat, energy and movement. Entries should be visually appealing and portray a modern aesthetic.
DESIGN
Sculpture designs should be self supporting. Base must be no larger than 5 feet in circumference and overall height of sculpture should not exceed 10 feet.
Sculptures should be designed from materials such as metal, wood, stone, and any other permanent, weatherproof and vandal-resistant mediums. Light pieces, neon, and other energy works may also be considered.
Fabrication is the responsiblity of the selected winners and must be completed by April 8, 2010.
Designs must be the original work of the entrant.
ENTRIES
Entries must be submitted via email in pdf format no later than January 8, 2010. Entries may take the form of sketches, 3D renderings or photographed models. Please include your name, phone number and an explanation of your design concept along with your entry. Send entries to: ryan@alloypartnership.com
Costs incurred in the preparation of entries are the responsibility of the entrant.
Judging will take place the week of January 11. Judging will be based on overall visual appeal and relevence to theme. Winners will be notified by January 15, 2010.
PRIZES
(1) Grand Prize in the amount of $3,000 and (1) Second Prize in the amount of $1,500 will be awarded. Half of the prize will be awarded at time of selection and the remaining half will awarded upon completion of fabrication. ADDITIONALLY, up to $7,500 will be provided to each winner to cover fabrication costs.
OTHER
Essex Property Trust, Inc. reserves the right to cancel this competition at any time and for any reason. By entering this competition, participants agree to hold Essex Property Trust, Inc. and Alloy Partnership harmless from and against any and all claims and liability arising out of or in any way connected with the operation of this competition and use of a prize.
APPLY
Please email: ryan@alloypartnership.com to request creative brief and full details. No phone calls please.
New management at PIke Street Fish Fry means more freebies for you. If you haven't been to Pike Street Fish Fry in a while, give their new french fries a try. The $2 Fat Tires & Mothership Wit (my favorite in the New Belgium lineup) should be a draw too. Let us know how the fries are in a review. CHS apologizes for the goof last month - hours for the free giveaway are most definitely 5 to 7 this Friday (11/20).
Viper Creek Club is hosting a music video shoot tomorrow (11/14) at 7 pm. Here are the details from Brandon Jensen, Viper Creek Club's guitarist: "757 Broadway E. 7pm, 21+. We'll have a keg, but byob as well. House party video shoot!" Seattle Show Gal has a full length interview with both Jensen and lead singer, Mat Wisner and some more information regarding the video shoot. They will be filming a video for their single Eliza.
PoDog fits in with the gritty, industrial surroundings . . . and then there's the pug
We attended a friends & family event last night and can report that Po Dog is ready for the public starting today . We were pleased with our choice of a couple of Veggie Dogs (smartly - they are using field roast ) with a side of fries and PBRs on tap. We then split a Chicago Dog (you can substitute a field roast dog in any of their offerings). A great cheap meal for under $30. Po Dog is located at 1009 East Union (next to the Lifelong Thrift Store) and hours of operation will be: Mon-Thu 11am-Midnight, Fri-Sat 11am-3am, Sun 11am-10pm
Po Dog already has a Happy Hour offering. Hours will be 4:30 - 6:30 M-F. Included food: Mini Dog Sliders ($4.97) and Homemade Chips & Fries ($1.75). Included Drink: PBR Draft ($2), Manny's Draft ($3), Domestic Bottles ($2.5) and Import ($3).
Some highlights from this second Thursday's Blitz Capitol Hill Arts Walk. Live music at some of the venues this time: Katherine Hepburn's Voice at Cupcake Royale (7 pm),(KHV broke up! no band for Cupcake Royale!), Reji Lefleur at Retail Therapy (5 pm) and Lushy at Fetherston Gallery (6 pm). Note that Seattle Asian Art Museum provides free admission during Blitz (5 pm to 8 pm). A few samples of what you'll see this month and a map of all the venues, below.
Maria Toro at Retrofit
Marion Resur at Caffe Ladro
Elizabeth Jameson at Fetherston
Via the Seattle Times, we learned this morning that the War Room will close, unless it finds a buyer by 11/30. This could have been the $800k nightclub for sale we noted a couple of months ago. Marcus Lalario, the co-owner's statement, is puzzling - in light of the fact that a couple of War Room backed politicians (Michael McGinn and Pete Holmes) will soon be in power - and presumably be friendlier to nightlife on the Hill:
The Capitol Hill nightclub The War Room, on the corner of Harvard Avenue and East Pike Street, will close Nov. 30 unless a buyer is found.
In a written statement, co-owner Marcus Lalario said, "With so many issues still facing nightlife, we're ready to move on. The liquor tax increase, mounting pressures from the City and State helped us make the decision."
Among the bands to have played The War Room in the five years since it opened are Band of Horses, Cave Singers and Wolf Parade. The War Room is also known for its weekly hip-hop night, Yo, Son!
"We feel like we've had a good run of it," Lalario said.
Line Out has the full text of the press release:
Seattle, WA, November 10, 2009 — After nearly five years of holding down the block at Harvard and Pike, on Capitol Hill, the War Room’s current ownership will close its doors November 30. The future of the popular nightclub remains uncertain.
The club, which opened in March, 2005, is officially for sale. Although there are interested buyers in place, no change of ownership has yet been confirmed.
“We feel like we’ve had a good run of it,” said Marcus Lalario. “It’s time to move on to other projects, while we’re ahead of the game.” Lalario and his business partner, Brian Rauschenbach, will continue to run their other joint venture, bar/eatery Captain Blacks, and both remain invested in a variety of Seattle businesses.
The War Room made an immediate impact on Seattle nightlife, with popular DJ nights and a slew of live entertainment. With its open-air rooftop deck and tasteful modern décor, the venue quickly became a favorite amongst club goers.
Known primarily for hip hop and dance nights such as Yo, Son!, Ring The Alarm, Cherry, Hot Mess, and 2080’s, the mid-size venue also played host to a variety of live shows over the years.
Band of Horses, Cave Singers, Wolf Parade, Chromeo, and Brawley Banks are just a few of the bands to play the War Room. Most recently, the club hosted a pre-Halloween show with Mad Rad and Champagne Champagne, where Mayor-elect Mike McGinn took the stage to introduce the headliners.
“It was one of our favorite shows to date,” said Peter Robinson, aka P SMOOV, of Mad Rad. “And the fact that the Mayor welcomed us back to Party Mountain really made it extra awesome.”
With custom artwork from Shepard Fairey/OBEY gracing its walls, and a host of fundraisers, benefits, and politically minded events under its belt, the War Room has successfully melded nightlife culture with loftier pursuits over the years.
“One of our most memorable nights to date was definitely the Obama Election Party,” Rauschenbach said, recalling the capacity crowd and overwhelming goodwill. “We had everyone from Pearl Jam to almost every local DJ of note in the house, all hugging and celebrating.” The event raised thousands of dollars for local nonprofit, Treehouse For Kids.
The War Room also served as campaign headquarters for Mayor-elect Mike McGinn on Election Night.
“We honestly feel like we made a difference in the city with the War Room,” Lalario said. “But, with so many issues still facing nightlife, we’re ready to move on. The liquor tax increase, mounting pressures from the City and State helped us make the decision,” he added.
Lalario confirmed that War Room staff members, as well as promoters that work with the venue, were notified of the impending closure last week.
“We’ve been blessed with a tremendous staff over the years,” Lalario said. “We’ve been lucky to work with so many great people over the years, and we’ve got nothing but love for our crew.”
Update (11/11) 3 pm: Seattle PostGlobe reports that the estimate cost of installing a state-mandated new sprinkler system (over $60k) was a "huge factor" in the current owners' efforts to sell the war room
