For the 18th year in a row, customers, community members and everybody else could stop by the Ballard branch of Viking Bank to make a lunchtime withdrawal.

July 20 was the annual Viking Bank Summer BBQ, and bank employees were serving up hot dogs, brats, chili, potato salad, strawberry shortcake and more from the parking lot at 2237 N.W. 57th St.

Viking Bank Vice President Dan Redeker said the barbecue is an opportunity for the bank to celebrate its customers and the neighborhood.

He said the most rewarding part is being able to see the bank's customers in a social setting.

Over a plate of strawberry shortcake, Viking Bank customer Robert Engbloom said the bank is always great to its customers and the community.

His dining companion Dave Hullet agreed, but while bundled in a jacket and hat, lamented the lack of sunshine.

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