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A Day in the Park at Magnolia in Seattle

By Linda Berge, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, Linda@CooperJacobs.com, 206-306-3120, on October 5th, 2011%

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The leaves are turning,
the birds are crooning,
 and your heart is pumping…

A Day in the Park at Magnolia in Seattle

Yup. You are hiking in one of Seattle’s most treasured Parks. Nestled in Magnolia, Discovery Park is huge, gorgeous, and free. Discovery Park boasts a whopping 534 acres of biking trails, hiking trails, sand dunes, forest, and beach access. Families love the shady playground with the mini-zipline. Athletes and hikers love the countless bike and running trails. Birders love the vast variety of birds in the park, and everyone loves the jaw dropping Magnolia views of Puget Sound.

Stop by the Visitors Center for maps as this park is so large it’s easy to get lost.  Discovery Park is the crown jewel of the Seattle Parks Department and Magnolia residents are so very lucky to live within minutes of it. Check it out while the leaves are turning. Don’t forget the camera.

Want to see what’s for sale in Magnolia real estate right now?

Current MLS listing of Magnolia Homes For Sale

For more information on Discovery Park in Magnolia: 

http://www.seattle.gov/parks/Environment/discovparkindex.htm#/about

For information on Real Estate in Magnolia contact Linda Berge at #206-306-3120 or Linda@CooperJacobs.com

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Magnolia Village Car Show

By Brian Olsen, Magnolia Resident & Operations Guru, 206.898.3627, on August 22nd, 2011%

Magnolia Village Car Show

Sunny skies graced the annual Magnolia Car Show on August 20, 2011. Approximately 80 cars were parked downtown on McGraw Street to be admired by crowds from 9AM to 3PM. The event is sponsored by Werner’s crash shop located on Queen Anne.  Eric Berg owns the complete collision repair shop and brings his own classic cars to be shown in the collection of automobiles. This is the fourth year that Werner’s has produced the event and my Dad and I usually walk around the show together and always see at least one model of car that we’ve never seen before in person.

That’s what makes this eclectic car gathering so interesting, folks can bring whatever they want and enter the show. An electric powered Tesla can be shown in the same group of cars as a 1939 custom Chevy and a sweltering Melbourne Red Metallic BMW X5 M. There are valuable high end entries here in Magnolia but this is a casual gathering which is different from the judging and awards that are presented at the Kirkland Concours d’Elegance.

Missed it this year?

If you missed the 2011 Magnolia car show it will be back next year on the third Saturday of August. I will likely bring my son and his toy ‘ride in’ Mercedes 300SL with Superman behind the wheel. You will be surprised what treasures come out from being parked all Winter long inside Magnolia’s garages.

 

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Seafair Weekend in Magnolia: Kettle Corn, Kathi, and Pirates!

By Linda Berge, Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, Linda@CooperJacobs.com, 206-306-3120, on July 21st, 2011%
Kettle Corn, Kathi, and Pirates!Magnolia Pirate
 
Step right up Seattle. Magnolia is once again hosting a Seafair Weekend not to be missed.
The annual Magnolia Summerfest will be held July 29th and July 30th 2011.  Magnolia residents put this weekend on their calendar as it is always a charming slice of summer.

Friday July 29th kicks off the event with live music, street food, an art exhibit, and puppet shows for the kids. The grassy area next to the Magnolia Community Center provides ample room for the various bouncy houses that help burn off that insanely addictive kettle Corn.

On Saturday, July 20th, the Magnolia Summerfest weekend continues at 10:30 starting with the children’s parade. This kid’s parade is one of the largest in the city. Break out the cardboard and streamers and turn those trikes into floats! Put your dog in a costume; wear a funny hat, whatever works. But hey, ya gotta throw candy.

After the cameras are put away, families enjoy the main parade. This year the parade is hosted by beloved Seattle newscaster Kathi Goertzen. This classic parade is a mix of high school marching bands, vintage cars, Seattle drill teams, and the Seafair Pirates. The pirates are a Seattle Institution and really make the parade memorable.  In a nod to the many children in attendance, the quiet zone allows younger ears to avoid the Pirate’s cannons which can be deafening. And, it is really sweet to see a fierce pirate  turn soft with the little ones in the quiet zone.
Once the parade is over, mingle with friends over street food, enjoy the art show, or watch a puppet show with the kids.

Magnolia Seafair

 All in all, a great weekend in Magnolia.
 
Linda Berge, Magnolia Realtor and Resident
Cooper Jacobs Real Estate
206-306-3120
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Visit the Magnolia Farmers Market

By Nancy Small, Seattle Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, 206-851-4694, Nancy@CooperJacobs.com, on March 24th, 2011%

Strawberries and Plums and Peaches..Oh My!

Nothing beats the delight of taking a bite out of a fresh, seasonally ripe peach!  Luckily, in Magnolia you can partake in such a treat by getting out and taking a stroll through the Farmers Market.  Fresh fruits and produce abound and there are deals to be had.  If cheese is your weakness, they’ve got that too — and it’s local! Other temptations  include:  baked goods, meats, preserves and honey.  Throughout the market season, shoppers can also participate in cooking demos, produce tasting, live music and activities for the kids.

Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood is a very pedestrian friendly which makes walking to the Farmers Market on Sunday morning a must do event for all.

Visit the Magnolia Farmers Market website at:

http://www.seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/magnolia

 

 

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Wheeler Street Cafe

By Nancy Small, Seattle Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, 206-851-4694, Nancy@CooperJacobs.com, on March 17th, 2011%

Great Food In the Heart of Magnolia!

If a tasty lunch is what you’re looking for, then Wheeler Street Cafe in Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood is where it’s at!

Located in the alley-like Wheeler Street just south of the Magnolia Playfield, Wheeler Street Cafe is a gem of a place where soup and sandwiches are the king and queen.  Proprietor, Gregory Campbell’s (formerly the executive chef for Kirkland’s Third Floor Fish Cafe) original focus for the restaurant was on making out of this world soup – special soup – soup to dream about.  The 1200′ space that the cafe is located in was too big just for soup so…..then came sandwiches.  Yum!

One of the many advantages of living in Seattle’s prestigious neighborhood, Magnolia, is the pedestrian village filled with shops, banks and some wonderful restaurants.

Check out Wheeler Street Kitchen.  You’re sure to be pleased!

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Mayor McGinn to visit Magnolia

By Nancy Small, Seattle Realtor, Cooper Jacobs Real Estate, 206-851-4694, Nancy@CooperJacobs.com, on February 15th, 2011%

Mayor’s Town Hall for Magnolia and Queen Anne residents is scheduled for March 1, 2011.

Location is Catharine Blaine Elementary School cafeteria in Magnolia and the event will take place from 5:30-8:00p.m.

There will be also be City Departments (i.e. Parks, SDOT) staffing tables.

Event Schedule
5:30-6:30p.m. Information tables staffed by community groups and City departments
6:30-6:40p.m. Entertainment
6:45-8:00p.m. Q&A with Mayor Mike McGinn

Magnolia is fortunate to have one of the oldest, active community clubs in Seattle!  Establishing roots in this sought-after neighborhood on a bluff overlooking the Puget Sound is sure to is sure to fill your housing needs.  Magnolia real estate varies from condos to multi-million dollar view homes.  There is a home for everyone in this beautiful neighborhood.

If you are looking for a home to buy in Magnolia, please give me a call and let’s go for a tour!

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