A ship’s bow, a periscope, an unruly crown of lawn—could it be a boneyard for boats? An innovative work of art? Actually, it’s the new Ballard library, the 15th branch to be built or renovated under ...

The sloping roof of the new Ballard Library branch is intended to signify to passers-by that this public building is like no other. At its peak lie 17 solar panels, enough to power a three-bedroom ...

The Ballard library would get extra hours under the mayor's new budget proposal. The Seattle Library System is facing a 23-percent reduction in branch hours next year under the mayor's 2010 budget ...

A piece of Ballard’s history is up for sale: A handsome neoclassical building, right in the center of this popular neighborhood. Development possibilities abound. Or do they? The building is the ...

Across from the Ballard library is a park with cornhole, a skateboard area and splash pool. Ballard Commons Park also now has a concierge. He wears a city badge and is ready for any takers for a ...