3:01 PM: It’s the day before Christmas Eve and package deliverers are busier than Rudolph and friends. In some cases, the wrong package is going to the wrong person. This happened to Summer – who got a package from UPS, addressed to her residence, but in the name of Tiarra H. If that’s you – or if you know Tiarra – let us know so we can connect you. Otherwise, Summer will be taking the package to the UPS Store in the morning, which so far is the only option she’s come up with for getting it to the correct person.

5:24 PM: Found.

(Junction Plaza Park trees, photographed by Leda Costa for WSB)

Saturday highlights from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar:

SANTA AT CAPERS: Last chance for Santa photos at CAPERS in The Junction, 9 am-noon. Donations benefit the West Seattle Food Bank. (4525 California SW)

GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE: 9:30 am-3:30 pm, mobile blood drive at Westwood Village. The holiday season is always a challenging time for donations, and the Pierce County train derailment earlier this week meant a major demand, so donations are more welcome than ever. Details here. (2600 SW Barton)

CHRISTMAS MUSIC AT THRIFTWAY: Gary Benson will play Christmas music live at West Seattle Thriftway (WSB sponsor) from 11 am-2 pm. (4201 SW Morgan)

HOLIDAY GET-TOGETHER: The Christmas People present a special Holiday Get-together for volunteers, sponsors and service club members – refreshments, carols, and special guest pianist Mike Smith. 1-3 pm, West Seattle Masonic Hall. Free. Bring homemade cookies if you are able – TCP are continuing to collect them for Saturday’s Christmas dinner. (4736 40th SW)

SANTA AT THRIFTWAY: Find him at West Seattle Thriftway (WSB sponsor) this afternoon, 2-5 pm. (4201 SW Morgan)

CAMP SECOND CHANCE HOLIDAY PARTY: The sanctioned encampment on the southeast edge of West Seattle invites you to a holiday party this afternoon, with music and refreshments, 2-5 pm. Donations of warm clothing welcome. More info in our calendar listing. (9701 Myers Way S.)

TALK WITH YOUR SCHOOL-BOARD REP: Seattle School Board president Leslie Harris, who represents West Seattle and South Park on the board, has her next community-conversation drop-in meeting 3-5 pm at Delridge Library. (5423 Delridge Way SW)

CARTOONING SANTA: Find him at Luna Park Café, 5-8 pm. (2918 SW Avalon Way)

DON’T ASK: Live music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

CLOSING NIGHT: Final performance for ArtsWest’s Holiday Cast Party, Thursdays-Saturdays, 7:30 pm. Hosted by Mathew Wright. A few tickets remain as of this morning. (4711 California SW)

AT PARLIAMENT TAVERN: Welcome Strangers with Andy Coe, 9 pm-11 pm: “Local Americana rock trio adds a guitarist for the night. A not-too-shabby addition to the sweet harmonies and tight songwriting that Welcome Strangers bring to the stage.” $8 cover; 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

More holiday info – from restaurants/bars-with-food open Christmas Eve/Day, to New Year’s events – in our Holiday Guide! Last-minute addition or change? editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!

(Photo by Robin Sinner)

Half a dozen ways to spend the rest of your pre-holiday Friday, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar:

ILLUSIONS OPEN HOUSE: Until 5 pm, it’s the annual holiday open house at Illusions Hair Design (WSB sponsor) – light snacks, holiday treats, and more! They’re also having an “ugly sweater” contest,
so if you have one, you’re invited to wear it to the open house (not required!) and they’ll photograph you for a contest that launches tomorrow. (5619 California SW)

CAROLING AT EASY STREET: Dude York carols at Easy Street Records, 5 pm. (California/Alaska)

BUY YOUR CHRISTMAS WINE: The tasting room at Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm. Have a glass, buy some bottles. (5910 California SW)

DAVID ROBERTSON DESIGN OPEN HOUSE: At David Robertson Design Studios, 5-9 pm, “an evening of creative, artful design and refreshments,” with men’s and women’s apparel from Idea Lab and FeelGood, and discounts on home furnishings and textiles.(3800 California SW)

HOLIDAY REVUE FEATURING JOE ROSS & FRIENDS: 8 pm-11 pm at Parliament Tavern: “Let’s Get Together at Christmas – It’s Better Than Drinking Alone.” West Seattle legend Joe Ross (the Bird Watchers, Haggis Brothers, Green Pajamas, etc., etc.) brings his eclectic musical friends out for a night of x-mas tunes and merry good times. No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

AT THE SKYLARK: The Brodcast, Something Witchy, and Coulee, 8 pm, $8 cover. 21+. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

Something for the calendar or Holiday Guide? editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!

(Photo by Don Brubeck, looking south from Don Armeni Boat Ramp this morning)

Winter is here – and tonight brings a full slate of solstice/holiday activities, and more. From the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar:

WINTER SOLSTICE SUNSET WATCH: Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Alice Enevoldsen at Solstice Park for the first sunset after winter solstice. Even if it’s cloudy – you’ll learn about the solar system and have fun. Arrive around 3:45 pm. (7400 Fauntleroy Way SW, upslope from the tennis courts)

CHRISTMAS MUSIC AT THRIFTWAY: Gary Benson will play Christmas music live at West Seattle Thriftway (WSB sponsor), 4-7 pm. (4201 SW Morgan)

WINTER BAKING DEMONSTRATION: At West Seattle YMCA (WSB sponsor), baking demo with chef/author Kim O’Donnel. No signup required. 4:30-5:30 pm. (36th SW/SW Snoqualmie)

SPEAKING OF BAKING: Thousands of homemade cookies are needed for The Christmas People‘s West Seattle event on Monday – if you can help, get baking! Info here.

CHRISTMAS FLUTE ENSEMBLE: Performing at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 6 pm: “Christmas Flute Ensemble with a trio of flute students and adult flute choir.” (5612 California SW)

COCOA FOR A CAUSE: 6:30-8 pm tonight:

Brownie Troop 41169 will be at West Seattle Lights handing out hot cocoa to anyone who stops by with a non-perishable food donation (or small cash donations) for the West Seattle Food Bank. They are hoping to spread a little cheer and help boost food donations during the holidays. If you haven’t stopped by this house yet, there is no better time! Our Brownies would love to give you a cocoa to warm yourself while you watch the light show. We hope to see you there!

(3908 SW Charlestown)

SHOP LATE THURSDAY IN THE JUNCTION: Last one before Christmas! Stores open late for your shopping convenience include longtime WSB sponsor Click! Design That Fits (4540 California SW), where this illuminated customizable signboard is one of the fun things we’ve seen this season:

More info on The Junction’s Hometown Holidays website. And if your shop has special hours tonight, or any day through Christmas Eve, let us know (editor@westseattleblog.com) so we can add it to the Holiday Guide!

GIVING TREE AT CAPERS: While you’re out shopping in The Junction – it’s the last day for the Hickman House giving tree at CAPERS (which provided the photo):

Choose a star, buy the requested gift, bring it back unwrapped. (4525 California SW)

‘LONGEST NIGHT’ SERVICES: From the list of seasonal church services in our Holiday Guide, four churches have sent word of special services tonight:

TIBBETTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (3940 41st SW; WSB sponsor)

7 pm The Longest Night / Blue Christmas Service is quiet, warm, and intimate. Remember the faithfulness of God even when your heart feels empty. Come, and be. Share in the liturgy or choose to remain silent. This will be a quiet space with minimal singing, candles to light, contemplative words and silence to encourage prayer. Come in solitude, recommend this service to a lonely or hurting friend, or better yet, bring them.

WESTSIDE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION (7141 California SW)

Blue Holiday Service, 7 pm: Christmas and other seasonal holidays can be a painful time. The loss of loved ones, the anguish of a broken relationship, the insecurity of employment, the weariness of poor health, the pain of isolation, or the pressure of holiday preparations and activity – all these can make us feel alone in the midst of celebrations of the season. This will be a time for people to share their deeper feelings of loss or isolation during the holiday season.

WEST SIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (3601 California SW):

Service of the Longest Night, 7 pm: The Service of the Longest Night is a worship service for those carrying heavy burdens this season and the people who love and wish to pray for them. Those gathered for this service will have the opportunity to pray, light candles, sing, take communion, or simply sit in silence and await the light of Christ coming into the world at Christmas.

ADMIRAL CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (4320 SW Hill)

Longest Night Contemplative Service, 7 pm: “Light and Possibilities,” special music by Sam Peters.

Also tonight in West Seattle:

HOMAGE TO RICHARD HUGO: 8 pm at Mac’s Triangle Pub in South Delridge, starting with a plaque unveiling, continuing with readings – details in our calendar listing. (9454 Delridge Way SW)

Lots more for tonight and beyond, on our Event Calendar and in our Holiday Guide!

(North wind met high tide along Alki Ave. this morning – photo by Don Brubeck)

Last full day of fall, and last Wednesday before Christmas … things are getting quieter but we still do have a few highlights from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar:

HELP SOMEBODY KEEP WARM: Still time to join in the giving opportunties listed in the Holiday Guide, including at the offices of Dave Newman State Farm Insurance (WSB sponsor), collecting clothes, coats, and shoes for West Seattle Helpline. “For those who have donations but are unable to transport their clothes, coats and shoes to the donation location, a pickup may be available – call 206-932-1878.” Open today until 5 pm. (3435 California SW)

PRESCHOOLER STORY TIME: 1:30-2 pm at High Point Library. Free as always. (3411 SW Raymond)

KIDS EAT FREE: 2:45-3:30 pm, Kids’ Café food for ages 1-18 at High Point Library, so no one goes hungry during winter break. (3411 SW Raymond)

LIGHT SHOW ON ALKI: Added presentation of the Alki show presented by the Uehara-Bingen family. 25 minutes long. Arrive at 6:15 pm, show starts at 6:30 pm. “Totally kid-friendly!” (1736 Alki SW)

OTHER LIGHT SHOWS: From our Holiday Guide – West Seattle Lights (3908 SW Charlestown) continues 5-10 pm tonight – bring a can for the West Seattle Food Bank! Also, West Seattle Yuletide (38th SW between Genesee and Dakota) continues 5:30-9 pm tonight, and Austin Street Lights (3711 SW Austin) continues tonight, 4-10 pm.

OPEN MIC: Sign up at 7:30 pm at The Skylark. Give yourself the holiday-season gift of performance! (3803 Delridge Way SW)

DEADGRASS: Bluegrass-style Jerry Garcia/Grateful Dead tunes at Parliament Tavern. 8 pm-11 pm. No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Anna’s Hummingbird, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Here are highlights from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar on this blustery Tuesday:

DINE OUT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE: 11 am-8 pm today, dine at Marination ma kai at Seacrest Pier and part of the proceeds will benefit five West Seattle schools – Concord International, Highland Park, Roxhill, Sanislo, West Seattle elementaries – as previewed here. (1660 Harbor SW)

COOKIE DECORATING: Come to Pecos Pit-West Seattle (WSB sponsor) from 4-7 pm for a kids’ holiday-cookie-decorating party! (Under 13.) Bring a non-perishable food donation for the West Seattle Food Bank and you’ll get a free side. (35th SW/SW Fauntleroy)

LEARN TO PLAY CHESS: 4:30-5:30 pm at High Point Library. (35th SW/SW Raymond)

HANUKKAH: This is the last of the Festival of Lights’ 8 nights.

WORKSHOP FOR RENTERS: Bilingual workshop with Solid Ground, 5-7 pm at South Park Library.

LIGHT SHOW: Third and final night for the new Alki holiday-lights show presented by the Uehara-Bingen family. “The show runs ~25 minutes, is totally kid-friendly, and totally free! Just come on by and get ready to have a blast!”

“Arrive at 6:15 pm, show starts at 6:30 pm.” (1736 Alki SW)

EVENING BOOK GROUP: 6:30 pm at High Point Library – the holiday season is a great time to read. This month’s book is “Excellent Women” by Barbara Pym. (35th SW/SW Raymond)

SOUTH SOUND TUG & BARGE HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR: West Seattle band’s holiday show at Parliament Tavern, 8-11 pm. No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Recent photo by Long Bach Nguyen, looking southeast over The Junction to Mount Rainier)

From the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide (thanks to everyone who continues sending events for now through New Year’s!) and Event Calendar:

AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP: 2 pm at Southwest Library. This month’s book is “The Light in the Ruins” by Chris Bohjalian. All welcome! (9010 35th SW)

KIDS’ CAFE: Every day this week at High Point Library, kids/youth 1-18 can get food for free, 2:45-3:30 pm. (35th/Raymond)

MEATLESS MONDAY: Cooking class with chef/author Kim O’Donnel at the West Seattle YMCA (WSB sponsor), 4 pm. (36th/Snoqualmie)

FEUERZANGENBOWLE: At Prost! West Seattle, “Join us every Monday throughout December at 7 pm for a festive German Holiday tradition called Feuerzangenbowle. We soak a sugar cone in German Rum, light it on fire, which drips molten sugar into our house-made Glühwein. It’s delicious and it benefits a local cause! Half of all Glühwein proceeds will go to the West Seattle Food Bank.” (3407 California SW)

(The Junction Plaza Park Christmas tree by day, photographed by Laura Goodrich, shared via the WSB Flickr group)

Welcome to Sunday! Our first set of highlights is from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

HOLY ROSARY TREE LOT: Final day for the Holy Rosary Tree Lot, north of the school, with trees, wreaths and garlands. Scheduled hours, 8:30 am-9 pm. Part of this lot’s proceeds benefit West Seattle Helpline, Hickman House (domestic-violence shelter), and West Seattle Food Bank. (41st/Dakota)

SANTA PHOTOS & FOOD BANK BENEFIT: Santa photos at CAPERS in The Junction, 9 am-noon. Donations benefit the West Seattle Food Bank. (4525 California SW)

DUWAMISH NATIVE ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET: One more chance to shop the last Duwamish Native Arts and Crafts Market before Christmas, 10 am-6 pm at the Duwamish Tribe Longhouse. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

SANTA TROLLEY! 10 am-2 pm at the Farmers’ Market, second and final Sunday for this new West Seattle Junction Hometown Holidays event. Emerald City Trolley takes you around The Junction, sponsored by Westside School (WSB sponsor) – catch the trolley at the south end of the market. Free. (California/Alaska)

COCOA AND COAT DRIVE: 10 am-2 pm. “Join the Junction Association, West Seattle Kiwanis, and West Seattle Christian Church at the Farmers Market for a taste of the holidays and several activities to enjoy, and to share warmth with those in need as we collect coats, hats and gloves – all donated to the West Seattle Helpline.” (California/Alaska)

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: 10 am at Tibbetts United Methodist Church (WSB sponsor). “The Children’s Christmas Pageant highlights the Third Sunday of Advent. Don’t miss this warm, wonderful and occasionally spontaneous event!” (3940 41st SW)

HOLIDAY DOG COSTUME CONTEST during Seahawks viewing party at Ounces, 1-4 pm. Details here. (3809 Delridge Way SW)

‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’: 3 pm matinee today is the final performance of Twelfth Night Productions‘ presentation of “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show” at Kenyon Hall. Buy ticket(s) online at this Brown Paper Tickets link, or at the venue box office. (7904 35th SW)

OPEN HOUSE: West Side Presbyterian Church invites you to a Community Open House, 4-6 pm: “A gathering of family, friends and neighbors for light refreshments, festive music and Christmas carols as we connect with those around us.” (3601 California SW)

FAUNTLEROY CHURCH CONCERT: Enjoy both new and familiar music of the season in a free vocal and instrumental concert by the chancel choir at Fauntleroy Church, starting at 5 pm in the sanctuary. Fully accessible by elevator from parking. (9140 California SW)

NORTHWEST BOYCHOIR: The choir’s annual “Festival of Lessons and Carols” at Holy Rosary Church, 7 pm. More info, including ticketing, here. (42nd SW/SW Genesee)

And from the year-round Event Calendar:

ROTARY POP-UP: Meet West Seattle Rotary Club members and find out what Rotary is all about. 10 am-2 pm in front of the Quail Park Memory Care of West Seattle Discovery Center in The Junction. (4506 California SW)

JAMTIME: Bluegrass and old-time music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 1-4 pm. (5612 California SW)

SEATTLE OPERA PREVIEW LECTURE: “Cosi fan tutti” by Mozart is coming up at the Seattle Opera, and at 2 pm today at West Seattle (Admiral) Library, you can enjoy a free preview lecture. (2306 42nd SW)

Something for the calendar or Holiday Guide (which has listings through New Year’s)? editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!

(Along the Longfellow Creek Trail – photo by Laura Goodrich, shared via the WSB Flickr group)

Your big Saturday starts now! First, highlights from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

SANTA PHOTOS AT CAPERS: Santa photos at CAPERS in The Junction, 9 am-noon. Donations benefit the West Seattle Food Bank. (4525 California SW)

DUWAMISH NATIVE ARTS AND CRAFTS MARKET: Second of three days for the holiday season’s final Duwamish Native Arts and Crafts Market, 10 am-6 pm at the Duwamish Tribe Longhouse. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

SANTA PHOTOS AT MY THREE LITTLE BIRDS: Santa in Morgan Junction! Bring the kids for photos at My Three Little Birds (WSB sponsor), 11 am-2 pm. (6959 California SW)

SANTA PHOTOS AT OUNCES: Santa in North Delridge, at Ounces, 12 pm-3:30 pm. (3809 Delridge Way SW)

BENEFIT BAKE SALE: As previewed here Friday, Brownie Troop 40596 will be having a benefit bake sale for Wellspring Family Services, 1-3 pm outside Menashe & Sons Jewelers – details in our calendar listing. (4532 California SW)

ART UNDER $100: South Park Arts presents Art Under $100, 2-8 pm at Seattle Design Center. Free entry, free parking. Live DJ, raffle, food trucks, beverages, crafting. (5701 6th Ave. S.)

HOLIDAY SURF MUSIC: Dancer & Prancer, 3-7 pm at The Skylark. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SANTA AT MENASHE FAMILY LIGHTS: Photos with Santa at West Seattle’s brightest Christmas lights, the Menashe Family Lights, 6-10 pm. Bring nonperishable food for the West Seattle Food Bank. (5605 Beach Drive SW)

WEST SEATTLE SANTA PUB CRAWL: Benefit pub crawl, starting at 6 pm – from the schedule:

Coastline Burgers- 6:00-7:00
Shadowland- 7:00-8:00
Beer Junction- 8:00-9:00
Poggie Tavern- 9:00-10:00
The Lodge- 10:00-11:00
Talaricos- 11:00-12:00

Benefits Furry Faces Foundation!

SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE: 6 pm at Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery (WSB sponsor) in honor of those you’re missing this holiday season. All welcome. (30th/Sylvan Way)

CHRISTMAS LIGHT RUN (AND WALK): 6:30 pm, starting at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor), this annual tradition:

Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your lights and reflective gear! It is a festive, easy 3ish mile run to look at lights. We are still hoping one year we will have someone organize caroling! Is it too hard to run and sing? The Marines do it! We will find a route with good light displays and try for minimal hills, no promises, it is West Seattle. Kids and strollers are welcome. Just remember a headlamp because our sidewalks can be rough. We also ask you stay on the sidewalk and not run in the street. This is an easy=paced group run, not a race … Walkers are encouraged. Afterward we will have treats, socializing and drinks back at the shop; we have someone to celebrate this year as this takes place 2 days before Tim’s 50th birthday! Come and toast our fearless leader!

(2743 California SW)

CASPAR BABYPANTS: Saturday, December 16, 6:30 pm, Caspar Babypants performs at Easy Street Records. (California SW/SW Alaska)

‘CREAM OF CHRISTMAS’: “20 fantastic songwriters” in 2 hours at C & P Coffee Company, 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’: Final weekend for Twelfth Night Productions‘ “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show.” 7:30 pm at Kenyon Hall. Get ticket(s) online at this Brown Paper Tickets link, or at the venue box office. (7904 35th SW)

And from our year-round Event Calendar:

ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE: 10 am-1 pm, Lil’ Bug Studio celebrates one year in business. Bouncy house, treats, more. (10007 13th SW)

STUDIO ART SALE: Noon-6 pm, Eric Eschenbach is selling paintings at discount prices. (6720 40th SW)

CIDER AND CHEESE: Finnriver and Mt. Townsend tasting at Sound and Fog. “Local artisan makers Finnriver Cidery and Mt Townsend Creamery are teaming up for a night of cider and cheese.” $5 tasting fee. 4:30-7:30 pm. (4735 40th SW)

STUPERHERO ZINE/ALBUM RELEASE AND LISTENING PARTY: 5-7 pm at Parliament Tavern, “West Seattle punksters Stuperhero have a new album coming out along with an accompanying zine. Come out early for Happy Hour to listen to the new tunes, check out out the zine, and watch some of their videos!” No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

MUSIC AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm, Amy Denio & Annie O’Neill, Zelda Starfire, and Pistol Sisters. $8 cover. 21+. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

A VERY JERRY CHRISTMAS: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern – “a celebration of the music of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead. Band features Colin Higgins (Cecil Moses & the SG’s), Bob Lovelace (Ayron Jones & the Way), Doug Port (Screens), and Nate Spicer (Polyrhythmics).” No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

While we have been featuring holiday lights again this year, Mary sent that photo and said the neighbor who decorates the traffic circle at 17th/Cloverdale is worthy of recognition too. Absolutely! (To suggest a spotlight on decorations and/or lights, editor@westseattleblog.com – thanks!) Now, on to what’s happening for your Friday, two lists – first, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

DUWAMISH NATIVE ARTS AND CRAFTS MARKET: This holiday season there’s a second session of the Duwamish Native Arts and Crafts Market! Today’s the first day, 10 am-6 pm at the Duwamish Tribe Longhouse. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

SANTA PHOTOS AND FOOD DRIVE: Santa is scheduled to visit HomeStreet Bank (WSB sponsor), 3-6 pm. Hot chocolate and cookies, too! Photos free with food donation. (4022 SW Alaska)

HANUKKAH GAMES PARTY: Tonight the community is invited to celebrate at Kol HaNeshamah, with games, food, and more. 6:30 pm. Full details in our calendar listing. Then you’re invited to stay for the next FRED Talks event – 9 pm – details on the KHN website. (6115 SW Hinds)

HOLIDAY FILMS AND SINGALONG: Doors open at 6:30 pm at South Park Hall:

Brian Edwards is a local film collector who lights up Admiral Bird every Saturday night with his 16mm films. He lugs in his projector and screen for the mere satisfaction of sharing his collection with the public. Everyone is welcome and there isn’t any fee to come on in and enjoy the kitsch appeal of film. On December 15th we are taking this experience over to South Park Hall. He is going to team up with Tim Scallion, a one-man band, to create this special night. We will show films and have group sing alongs. There will be popcorn (free for the first 10 people), beer, pork sliders, doughnuts, hot cider and coffee. The doors open at 6:30, show starts at 7 pm; tickets are $12, kids 5 + under are free.

(1253 S. Cloverdale)

WE 3 CAROLERS’ FOOD-BANKS BENEFIT We 3 Carolers present holiday music to support the White Center and West Seattle Food Banks, 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company. (5612 California SW)

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: The live radio-play edition is the holiday show this year for Twelfth Night Productions – final weekend! 7:30 pm at Kenyon Hall. Buy your ticket(s) online at this Brown Paper Tickets link, or at the venue box office. (7904 35th SW)

CHORAL CONCERT Seattle Girls Choir Prime Voci presents Carmina Angelorum, “Songs of the Angels,” 8 pm at Holy Rosary. Details and ticket info here. (42nd/Genesee)

A CAPPELLA CONCERT: 3rd annual Northwest A Cappella Seasonal Showcase, 7 pm doors, 8 pm show, at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center.

The Contemporary A Cappella Musicians’ Institute is excited to present the 3rd annual Northwest A Cappella Seasonal Showcase! Come celebrate the season at this family friendly holiday showcase as some of the PNW’s most entertaining contemporary a cappella groups take the stage!

The 2017 Northwest A Cappella Seasonal Showcase will feature:
PLUtonic Acappella
GIRL BAND
B-Side Book Club A Cappella

Online presale $12, at the door $15. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

ADDED – BENEFIT FOR HOLLY: 8:30 pm, a local woman fighting cancer will be the beneficiary of a big event at Admiral Pub. Her name is Holly, so this is definitely going here on the holiday list. The flyer, from Jennifer:

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And from the year-round WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE: 1st-anniversary open house for Resting Waters, 2-8 pm. Refreshments and prizes! (9208 35th SW)

TALK WITH YOUR CITY COUNCILMEMBER: 2-6 pm “district office hours” for Councilmember Lisa Herbold at South Park Community Center. Walk-ins welcome. (8319 8th Avenue S.)

LIVE MUSIC AT THE SKYLARK: The Driftwood Walkers, Smoking Bill, Fortress of the Bear, 8 pm. $8 cover. 21+. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

LIVE MUSIC AT PARLIAMENT TAVERN: “A night of party rock” with The Loveless Building, Emergency Volcano Evacuation Route, The Blooms. 9 pm. $5. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

Got something for the calendar and/or Holiday Guide? editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!

Highlight time! First, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

HANUKKAH: Third night of the Festival of Lights. (Here’s the listing for tomorrow’s community celebration at West Seattle synagogue Kol HaNeshamah.)

WINTER BAKING DEMONSTRATION: At West Seattle YMCA (WSB sponsor) with chef/author Kim O’Donnel. From gingerbread cutouts to sufganiyot (jelly donuts) for Hanukkah to benne seed biscuits for Kwanzaa. No signup required. 4:30-5:30 pm. (36th SW/SW Snoqualmie)

HOLIDAY ART WALK: All over West Seattle, “5 pm until late,” you are invited to West Seattle Art Walk venues! Here again is the map/venue list:

(Click to see larger image)

See tonight’s artist/venue highlights here, too! And enjoy the chance to sample local wine – Art Walk stops include Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW) and Welcome Road Winery (3804 California SW), both WSB sponsors.

And while you’re out …

SHOP LATE THURSDAY IN THE JUNCTION WITH MUSIC & SANTA: 5-7 pm, Silver Belles are caroling in The Junction; Santa is roaming tonight too. Many shops are open late – here’s the newest list from the Junction Association, including WSB sponsors Click! Design That Fits (4540 California SW), Emerald Water Anglers (42nd/Oregon – not just fishing, outdoor apparel/gear for all!), Menashe & Sons Jewelers (4532 California SW) and VAIN (4513 California SW) – shop your local indie businesses!

HOLIDAY ON THE PORCH: 5-7 pm at the Log House Museum: “Join us for cookies, drinks, and new exhibits!” (61st/Stevens)

DENNY POSADA: 6-9 pm, annual multicultural holiday celebration at Denny International Middle School. (2601 SW Kenyon)

CHRISTMAS SHIP RETURNS TO WEST SEATTLE: Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship back in West Seattle for this season’s final visit, with the Dickens Carolers on board, serenading passengers AND those gathered on shore. 9:10-9:30 pm at Don Armeni Boat Ramp. (1222 Harbor SW)

And from our year-round Event Calendar:

POWER OUTAGE FOLLOWUP MEETING: As previewed here Tuesday, tonight at 6:30 pm at Westside School (WSB sponsor), City Light will talk about the recent Arroyos/South Arbor Heights power outage and what it’s doing to upgrade the electricity infrastructure in the area. (10404 34th SW)

WEST SEATTLE HS CONCERT: 7 pm Concert Band and Orchestra concert at the WSHS Theater, 7 pm. All welcome! (3000 California SW)

OPEN MIC: For musicians and singers of all genres! At C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

(Common loon in winter plumage, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Lots of good cheer – and some community involvement too – in our highlights for the rest of today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar:

COCOA CRIS CRINGLE: 4-8 pm photo sessions at Easy Street Records, raising money and collecting food for West Seattle Food Bank. More info here. (California/Alaska)

FERRIES’ TRIANGLE TASK FORCE: The advisory committee looking at various issues with the Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth route meets today, 4:30-7 pm at Fauntleroy Church‘s Fellowship Hall. Here’s the agenda. (9140 California SW)

LOCAL SCHOOLS CONSIDERED FOR LEVY $: As previewed here earlier this morning, a work session at Seattle Public Schools headquarters tonight includes an update on what’s under consideration for the BEX V levy. Six West Seattle schools are now on the “potential project list.” The work session starts at 4:30, with the BEX discussion expected to start around 6:30. (3rd Ave. S./S. Lander)

SANTA ON ALKI: Final night for Santa Photos at Pegasus Pizza on Alki, 5 to 9 pm. Free photos with any purchase. (2768 Alki SW)

HANUKKAH, NIGHT 2: No public events tonight but here’s our listing for Kol HaNeshamah‘s Friday party.

DROP-IN WRITING CIRCLE: Writers are welcome to drop in 6-7:30 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library for inspiration with writers from Hugo House, as part of the Seattle Writes series. (2306 42nd SW)

34TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS: Tonight’s meeting is the organization’s holiday party – potluck dinner, dessert, wine, and bring food for the West Seattle Food Bank to get a raffle ticket. 6:30 pm at The Hall at Fauntleroy. (9131 California SW)

TRAILS MEETING: If you use the trails in city parks, the city’s draft plan for managing soft-surface trails needs your feedback. Meet with Seattle Parks at 7 pm tonight at Camp Long. Our calendar listing includes a link to the proposed plan as well as feedback opportunities if you can’t go tonight. (5200 35th SW)

CHIEF SEALTH IHS AND DENNY IMS BANDS: Student musicians in concert, 7 pm in the Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. (2600 SW Thistle)

SOUNDS OF WINTER CONCERT: At Hope School, with groups from Hope and Seattle Lutheran HS – Concert Band, Chapel Band/Choir, Handbell Choir, Glee Club, SLHS Band. 7 pm. (4456 42nd SW)

Something for our calendar/Holiday Guide (which includes listings through New Year’s!) – editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!

(Photo by Susan Romaneghi)

Here are options for the rest of your Tuesday – first, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

HANUKKAH: The eight-night Festival of Lights starts at sundown. No public events that we’ve heard of, but see the top of our guide for a community celebration Friday.

SANTA AT PEGASUS: Night 2 for Santa Photos at Pegasus Pizza on Alki, 5 to 9 pm. Photos are free with any purchase. (2768 Alki SW)

SANTA VISIT AND DIY PHOTOS: 2-5 pm at Main Street Play in White Center. (9988 15th SW)

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRAS: Come hear the WSCO Intermediate Orchestra and Wind Symphony: “December Celebration!” concert, 6:30 pm at Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. Admission is FREE; donations appreciated! (2600 SW Thistle)

From our year-round Event Calendar:

SOUTH SEATTLE FIBER ARTS CLUB: 11 am-1 pm, all welcome – bring your project to this group gathering at Highland Park Improvement Club. (1116 SW Holden)

DINE OUT FOR DAKOTA HOMESTEAD: 5-8 pm at four restaurants – Mission, Great American Diner, Falafel Salam, Matador – part of the proceeds go to the Urban Homestead Foundation, working to buy the former Dakota Substation. More info here.

THE WHALE TRAIL’S WINTER GATHERING: As we type, orcas are passing West Seattle again. They are beautiful and endangered. What’s the latest on their present and future? Find out tonight with The Whale Trail, 6 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor). Tickets $5, kids free, available online in advance. (5612 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLE: All welcome at tonight’s 7 pm concert in the WSHS Theater. (3000 California SW)

ADMIRAL NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION: 7 pm at The Sanctuary at Admiral. See the agenda highlights here. (42nd/Lander)

BASKETBALL: The West Seattle High School boys are back home tonight, 7:30 pm vs. Eastside Catholic. (3000 California SW)

LOTS MORE … on our complete calendar page!

Thanks to West Seattle pilot/photographer Long Bach Nguyen for the view of our peninsula, minus the recurring fog! It’s been a busy news morning already but we do still want to share the highlights for the rest of your Monday, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and Holiday Guide:

WEST SEATTLE CYCLERY CLOSING SALE CONTINUES: As noted here last week, West Seattle Cyclery in The Junction is closing. The liquidation sale has been extended through tomorrow, proprietor Brad Loetel tells WSB. The shop’s open today through 7 pm. (4508 California SW)

MEATLESS MONDAY: 4 pm cooking class at West Seattle YMCA (WSB sponsor) with Chef Kim O’Donnel. Contact the Y to sign up. (36th SW/SW Snoqualmie)

SANTA AT PEGASUS: Santa Photos at Pegasus Pizza on Alki, 5 to 9 pm, first of three nights. “Come down to Pegasus Pizza and Pasta for a night of fun with the Alki Santa! Pictures are free with any purchase. … We are expanding the event from 1 to 3 days so that everyone will have a chance to get pictures with Santa! We suggest coming Monday or Tuesday as Wednesday is typically really busy.” (2768 Alki SW)

HOLIDAY COOKIES: Cookie-decorating party at Salty’s on Alki (WSB sponsor). 6-8 pm. $30. Contact Salty’s to see if there’s room. (1936 Harbor SW)

BOREN STEM K-8 CONCERT: 6:30 tonight, 4th through 8th grade musicians from Louisa Boren STEM K-8 perform their winter concert. We found this out after seeing several of them performing at the West Seattle Farmers’ Market on Sunday:

The concert is at the Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. Check our calendar for other schools’ concerts this week, too, and we always welcome announcements sent to editor@westseattleblog.com – thanks! (2600 SW Thistle)

EVENING BOOK GROUPS: Two meet tonight at local libraries, both at 6:45 pm – at Southwest Library, this month’s book is “Euphoria” by Lily King (9010 35th SW); at West Seattle (Admiral) Library, this month’s book is “Cleopatra: A Life” by Stacy Schiff (2306 42nd SW). Everyone’s welcome.

FEUERZANGENBOWLE: At Prost! West Seattle:

Join us every Monday throughout December at 7 pm for a festive German Holiday tradition called Feuerzangenbowle. We soak a sugar cone in German Rum, light it on fire, which drips molten sugar into our house-made Glühwein. It’s delicious and it benefits a local cause! Half of all Glühwein proceeds will go to the West Seattle Food Bank. Come celebrate this Holiday Season with us at Prost!

(3407 California SW)

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL CONCERT: Tonight at Holy Rosary, 7 pm, doors open 6:30 pm: “Seattle Christian High School will present its annual Christmas choral concert, featuring the elementary Honor Choir, Won By One, and VISION.” Free-will offering. (42nd/Genesee)

Have a great rest of your Monday!

(Common goldeneye, photographed at Jack Block Park by Mark Wangerin)

Welcome to the weekend! We start with highlights from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: 8:30 am-3 pm at DutchBoy Coffee in Highland Park: “Shop for treasures inside the Christmas bus. Local art, vintage bags & accessories, dog fashion, and more.” (1513 SW Holden)

GIVING-TREE DEADLINE AT THE WEST SEATTLE AND FAUNTLEROY YMCAs: Last day to take cards and return them with the requested gifts for the giving trees – more than 1,100 requests this year and every gift matters. (36th/Snoqualmie and 9140 California SW)

TOY-DRIVE DEADLINE: Last day to participate in the Toy ‘n’ Joy Drive at Bartell Drugs stores, partnering with the Salvation Army, collecting new, unwrapped toys. You can donate items, or cash at Bartell registers. Bartell has stores in Admiral (2345 42nd SW) and The Junction (4706 42nd SW).

SANTA PHOTOS: Santa is back at CAPERS in The Junction, 9 am-noon. Donations benefit the West Seattle Food Bank. (4525 California SW)

SANTA AND PANCAKES: Santa photos with a free community pancake breakfast, 9 am-1 pm at John L. Scott in The Junction. (4445 California SW)

SANTA AT THE SCHOOLHOUSE: Santa photos at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse, 9 am-4 pm: Gail Ann Photography will be taking holiday photos in a living-room scene with Father Christmas. Walk-ins welcome! Bring the family, and the dog, too! Packages start at $30 and 20% of all sales will be donated to the Fauntleroy Community Service Agency. (9131 California SW)

ENDOLYNE CHOIR CONCERT: 11 am at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, as previewed here. DECEMBER 9: Endolyne Children’s Choir “Winter Fantasy” Concert, 11 am at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church. Free (suggested donation $5/person, $20/family). (3050 California SW)

SEASONAL SOUNDS ON THE SOUND: Hosted Christmas Ship-viewing party benefiting the Southwest Seattle Historical Society. 3-6:30 pm. Details in our calendar listing. (1727 Harbor SW)

CHRISTMAS SHIP: Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship stops off the shores of West Seattle and South Park!

-3:30-3:50 pm at Duwamish Waterway Park in South Park (7900 10th Ave. S.)
-4:35 to 4:55 pm at Salty’s on Alki (1936 Harbor SW; WSB sponsor)
-8:10-8:30 pm at Lowman Beach Park (7017 Beach Dr. SW)
-8:55-9:15 pm at Alki Beach Park (near the Bathhouse, 2701 Alki SW)

Emerald City Voices are aboard for the first two performances, The Dickens Carolers for the second two.

BEFORE AND DURING THE NIGHT’S FINAL CHRISTMAS SHIP STOP: During the Christmas Ship’s Alki visit:

Calling West Seattle families, friends, and neighbors to gather at the Alki Bathhouse for the Argosy Christmas Ship’s annual visit. Enjoy special performances by the Seattle Lutheran High School band and Hope Kid Choir, and join in Christmas caroling accompanied by a live band. Alki Community Center and Seattle Parks Department staff will be on hand to offer hot drinks and cookies.

(60th/Alki)

CELEBRATION OF LOVE AND LIGHT, 5:30-7:30 pm at The Kenney, with harp music, storytelling, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and beverages. “Decorate our tree with your personalized ornaments remembering and honoring those you love. All proceeds benefit The Kenney Foundation Resident Care Fund … Additionally, we have a unique raffle gift of a beautiful antique lace quilt, made by local quilter Judy Pickens, and several paintings to auction by local artist Kathy Johnson.” (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)

BELLS OF THE SOUND AT TIBBETTS: Bells of the Sound handbell choir in concert at Tibbetts United Methodist Church (WSB sponsor): This year’s holiday concert is “Peace on Earth,” featuring “traditional carols and songs of peace from around the world.” Come see and hear Puget Sound’s premier handbell ensemble at 7 pm – show and ticket details here. (3940 41st SW)

‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’: Join Twelfth Night Productions for this year’s second performance of “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show.” 7:30 pm at Kenyon Hall. Get your ticket(s) online at this Brown Paper Tickets link, or at the venue box office. (7904 35th SW)

Now, top options from our year-round WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

ADMIRAL ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP: Start your Saturday by devoting some time to clean up the streets in The Admiral District. It’s the Admiral Neighborhood Association‘s quarterly Adopt-A-Street cleanup, starting at 9 am – meet at Metropolitan Market (WSB sponsor), which donates treats before and after the cleanup. (41st/42nd/Admiral)

WEST SEATTLE LINUX USERS GROUP: Back to the regular meeting spot this time, the Fauntleroy YMCA (WSB sponsor), 9 am. More info in our calendar listing. (9140 California SW)

SOUTHSIDE REVOLUTION JUNIOR ROLLER DERBY: Season-opening bouts for two of the Southside Revolution teams! 5:15 pm-8:30 pm at Southgate Roller Rink in White Center; more info in our calendar listing. (9646 17th SW)

AFROCOP FT. BILL HORIST: 9 pm psychedelic jazz & groove-based jams at Parliament Tavern. $7 cover, 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

We wish you an awesome Saturday!

(Tuesday photo by James Bratsanos to cheer you until the sun emerges from the fog)

Yes, there’s fun for your Friday. First on our highlight list, events from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

SYMPHONY CONCERT: 7:30 pm, enjoy West Seattle Community Orchestras‘ Symphony Orchestra concert “Nutcracker!” including that famous work and more, as previewed here. At Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. Admission is FREE; donations appreciated! (2600 SW Thistle)

OPENING NIGHT FOR ‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’: Join Twelfth Night Productions for “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Show.” Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 3:00 pm at Kenyon Hall. Buy your ticket(s) online at this Brown Paper Tickets link, or at the venue box office. (7904 35th SW)

ARTS WEST HOLIDAY CAST PARTY: 7:30 pm at ArtsWest in The Junction – see who’s appearing tonight! (4711 California SW)

P.S. SHOPPING FOR A TREE? The Holiday Guide has the local list.

And here are the highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

CHIEF SEALTH IHS ACADEMY OF BUSINESS DINNER/AUCTION: The students are putting this on and would love to have your support/attendance – 6-9 pm at CSIHS. Ticket info’s in our calendar listing. (2600 SW Thistle)

HPIC ART LOUNGE: Bring your project(s) to Highland Park Improvement Club starting at 7 pm and settle in for a fun, comfy place to work on it/them. Bar’s open. No admission charge. 21+. (1116 SW Holden)

AT THE SKYLARK: Noah Byrd, Bear Crozier, Brianna Bougher, Jordan Lowe, 8 pm, $8, 21+. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

AT THE PARLIAMENT: Ready Steady Go, The Pro & The Con, 9 pm. ’80s Night tribute show! $7 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

THERE’S EVEN MORE … on our complete-calendar page!

(Swimmers going into Puget Sound from Alki Beach Park on Wednesday morning, photographed by Ron Templin)

The chilly sunshine continues! Here are highlights for the hours ahead, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar:

CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOM HOLIDAY GIFT TAGS: Free workshop at Delridge Community Center, 1-3 pm: “In this two -hour workshop you will learn how to use Microsoft Word or Publisher to create your own custom holiday gift tags utilizing your art or photographs. Bring a favorite photo or art design with you to class and you will leave with several sheets of gift tags ready to cut out and use for holiday gift giving.” (4501 Delridge Way SW)

FREE SANTA PHOTOS: Santa visits and free DIY photos, 2-5 pm at Main Street Play in White Center. (9988 15th SW)

SHOP LATE THURSDAY IN THE JUNCTION: First of three Thursdays that you will find many stores open late as part of West Seattle Junction Hometown Holidays! Among them tonight, WSB sponsors Click! Design That Fits (4540 California SW), VAIN (4513 California SW), and Menashe & Sons Jewelers (4532 California SW).

JUNCTION NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION LAND USE COMMITTEE: 6:30 pm at the Senior Center/Sisson Building, JuNO’s LUC convenes a community meeting to talk about the HALA MHA maps and more. (4217 SW Oregon)

‘BOBCAT BOB’: 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), the legendary Bob “Bobcat Bob” Rice will entertain you. (5612 California SW)

METRO @ NORTH HIGHLINE UNINCORPORATED AREA COUNCIL: 7 pm at North Highline Fire District HQ in White Center, tonight’s North Highline Unincorporated Area Council meeting includes a visit from Metro reps to talk about transit matters including the upcoming conversion of Route 120 to the RapidRide H Line. (1243 SW 112th)

DENNY CONCERT: 7 pm at the Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium, the Denny International Middle School Orchestra performs. (2600 SW Thistle)

MADISON CONCERT: 7 pm at the Madison Middle School Commons, it’s the Madison Orchestra and Jazz concert. (3429 45th SW)

Thanks to Kersti Muul for the photo of brant in flight, seen from where she was watching Southern Resident Killer Whales head southbound on Tuesday (right now, they’re headed back this way, northbound!). As for scheduled events, here are highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and Holiday Guide:

HOT TOPICS FOR SENIORS: Noon-1:30 pm at Southwest Library, “a brown-bag-lunch discussion group committed to understanding issues of importance to current and future seniors.” Today, “Sharing Humor.” (9010 35th SW)

HOUR OF CODE: 2:30-4 pm, introduction to computer science, all ages, at Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

SEE THE LIGHTS! Still no rain, so another great night to see holiday lights. Including:
–Menashe Family Lights, on at dusk (5605 Beach Drive SW)
–West Seattle Lights, synched to music, 5-9 pm (3908 SW Charlestown)
–West Seattle Yuletide, synched to music, 5:30-9 pm (east side of 38th SW between Genesee and Dakota)

SOUTHWEST DISTRICT COUNCIL: 6:30 pm at the Senior Center/Sisson Building. Agenda, from outgoing co-chair David Whiting:

6:30 pm – Welcome and Introductions , including:
• Transition from current SWDC leadership to new executive committee

6:45 pm – Dakota Homestead Project
• Kristen Corning Bedford and Becca Bay

7:00 pm – Community Involvement Commission
• Jenna Franklin, At-Large Member & West Seattle resident

7:30 pm HALA MHA EIS appeal
• Rich Koehler, Junction Neighborhood Organization
• Cindi Barker, Morgan Community Association

All welcome. (4217 SW Oregon)

ALKI ELEMENTARY PTA: 6:30 pm meeting. (3010 59th SW)

JIM PAGE: Singer-songwriter performs at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

BASKETBALL: 7:30 pm at Chief Sealth International High School, the girls-varsity team plays Nathan Hale. (2600 SW Thistle)

CHEESY MUSIC: No, really! 8-11 pm at Parliament Tavern. No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

Something for the calendar and/or Holiday Guide? We’re updating daily – but please send as early as you can! editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!

(Western Grebe, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Community involvement, music, and more – here are your highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and Holiday Guide:

PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT: 10:30 am at Neighborhood House High Point, work on story drama with Seattle Children’s Theatre! More info in our calendar listing. (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

HOLIDAY LUNCHEON: Senior Center of West Seattle members’ holiday luncheon. 11:30 am. If you’re not preregistered, check to see if there’s room. (4217 SW Oregon)

LIGHTS! With dry weather, it’s a great night to see the lights. Including:
–Menashe Family Lights, on at dusk (5605 Beach Drive SW)
–West Seattle Lights, synched to music, 5-9 pm (3908 SW Charlestown)
–West Seattle Yuletide, synched to music, 5:30-9 pm (east side of 38th SW between Genesee and Dakota)

JUSTIN KAUSAL-HAYES: Acoustic hits of the last four decades at Salty’s on Alki (WSB sponsor), 5-8 pm. No cover/minimum. (1936 Harbor SW).

WESTWOOD-ROXHILL-ARBOR HEIGHTS COMMUNITY COALITION: New start time for WWRHAH’s meetings, 6 pm (since there’s a mandatory end time, 7:45 pm, as the library’s closing). Tonight’s agenda:

Short Community Announcements/Quick Discussion Items
6:15- 6:25 pm: Lt Ron Smith, Monthly crime stats update, recent incident discussion.
6:30-7:45 pm: Coalition Committee Planning
-Roxhill Park Wetland meeting with SPU
-Roxhill Park community programs interview with Randy Wagner, 1/9 @ 6:30 pm
-HALA, FEIS Appeal status/ community questions/ legal fundraising kickoff
-Delridge Triangle improvement grant
-DNDC meeting report back
-No WWRHAH meeting Jan 2, 2018
-Crosswalks/Pedestrian Safety YV/YC grant funding
-H line- DNDC
-Other announcements

Upstairs meeting room at Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRAS: 6 pm at Chief Sealth International High School, the Debut Orchestra and new Percussion Ensemble in a free concert!

Donations accepted. (2600 SW Thistle)

WEST SEATTLE BIKE CONNECTIONS, LOCATION CHANGE: 6:30 pm meeting this month is at Luna Park Café! (2918 SW Avalon Way)

MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND CONCERT: 7 pm in the school commons. (3429 45th SW)

BASKETBALL: 7:30 pm at Chief Sealth International High School, boys-varsity game vs. Nathan Hale HS. (2600 SW Thistle)

MORE … on our year-round Event Calendar and seasonal Holiday Guide!

Happy Sunday! Two sets of highlights – first, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide (where you will also find light shows, tree lots, and other seasonal info):

SANTA PHOTOS: Santa is at CAPERS in The Junction, 9 am-noon. CAPERS shared this photo of the first young visitor this weekend:

Donations benefit the West Seattle Food Bank. (4525 California SW)

WESTSIDE HOLIDAY BOOK FAIR 10 am-3 pm at Westside Unitarian Congregation. New and used books, free treats. (7141 California SW)

SEATTLE SAMPLING ARTISTS’ STUDIO TOUR: “We have (4) studios in West Seattle hosting 13 local artists. We are showing today 10 am -5 pm. Event details, artist gallery and map are here.”

WREATH SALES: Pathfinder K-8 handmade wreaths, sold in The Junction during the Farmers Market 10 am-2 pm. All proceeds go to supporting outdoor education. (California/Alaska)

ALTERNATIVE GIVING FAIR CONTINUES: 11:30 am-2:30 pm Sunday, in Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy Church: “Make a difference through a different way of giving at the second annual West Seattle Alternative Giving Fair. A total of 19 proven non-profits are expected to be there, explaining what they do and welcoming donations in lieu of giving more stuff for Christmas, birthdays, and other occasions.” Here’s the list. (9140 California SW)

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Community School of West Seattle Holiday Bazaar, noon-4 pm:

Come join us for some holiday shopping, nibbles and crafting! Our vendors will be selling baked goods, messages in a bottle, baby slings, handmade children’s clothes, hot pads, magic bottles, tiny critters, screen printed shirts, mandala art prints, blown glass, knitted mushrooms, hand sewn creatures, knitted ornaments, finger-less gloves, and macrame.

(9450 22nd Ave SW)

CAROLING: 12:30-1:30 pm, as part of West Seattle Junction Hometown Holidays: “Join the caroling at Walk-All-Ways during the Farmers Market. The Hope Lutheran School Glee Club will be bringing you good Christmas cheer.” (California/Alaska)

‘CAST PARTY’ MATINEE: 3 pm, it’s the first matinee of ArtsWest’s Holiday Cast Party. Hosted by Mathew Wright. (4711 California SW)

And from our year-round Event Calendar:

BASKETBALL: The Seattle Jam wheelchair-basketball tournament concludes at the West Seattle High School gym, 8 am-2 pm. Admission is free! (3000 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Year-round in The Junction – see what’s fresh! 10 am-2 pm. (California between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

YOUNGSTOWN 100: 2-5 pm, today’s the centennial celebration of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center (formerly Youngstown School and then Frank B. Cooper School). Performances, treats, and looking to the future while honoring the past. Our special report from earlier this week includes some backstory. All welcome; no admission charge, though donations are welcome. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

TOWN HALL AT WESTSIDE SCHOOL: Tickets are sold out, but in case you wonder what’s happening at Westside School (WSB sponsor) in Arbor Heights 2-4 pm today, here’s our preview. (10404 34th SW)

Something for our calendar and/or Holiday Guide? Send the info as early as possible to editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!

The first Saturday in December always has a sizable slate of events, and this year it’s even bigger! First, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

PANCAKES AND SANTA PHOTOS! Santa photos for kids up to age 10 are part of the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle‘s 68th annual pancake breakfast, 7-11 am at Alki Masonic Hall. Tickets are $10 at the door if you didn’t buy yours in advance; kids under 10 eat free with paid adult. **Bring new, unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots!!** (40th SW/SW Edmunds)

FAUNTLEROY SCHOOLHOUSE HOLIDAY MARKET: The halls are decked with artists and crafters at the Fauntleroy Schoolhouse Holiday Market, as previewed here last night. The market continues 9 am-3 pm today. (9131 California SW)

BAZAAR AT THE KENNEY: 10 am-3 pm, shop this year’s holiday bazaar at The Kenney. Handmade items! (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)

SANTA PAWS You and your pet(s) are invited to Windermere West Seattle for photos, 10 am-1 pm. (4526 California SW)

NUTCRACKER TEA: 11:30 am-1 pm at Hiawatha Community Center: “Dress up in your favorite ballet outfit and join us for goodies, sweets, and children’s activities during this spectacular tea party kicking off the holiday season.” $5 per person. (2700 California SW)

WYATT’S JEWELERS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: At Wyatt’s Jewelers (WSB sponsor) in Westwood Village, today’s the day for their annual open house, noon-6 pm. Treats and discounts – 20 percent off your entire purchase! (2600 SW Barton)

WESTSIDE HOLIDAY BOOK FAIR: Noon-6 pm Saturday is the first day at Westside Unitarian Congregation:
“Join your neighbors for a holiday book fair featuring new and used books for children and adults. Admission is free and complimentary goodies will be served. This is a great opportunity to buy a book as a special gift or to stock up on books for your own winter reading pleasure!” (7141 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE JUNCTION NIGHT MARKET: 3-7 pm in the street, vendors, treats, and community activities! See the vendor list here. Here are the activity highlights, from West Seattle Junction Association executive director Lora Swift:

We’ll have the Hope Lutheran kids in a booth at the night market helping kids decorate (with markers and jewels) wooden snowflakes. The kids will be encouraged to hang their snowflake on the Christmas tree to show their off their art work! Hope will have hot cocoa to warm little hands.

Westside School will have a booth filled with crafts for our outdoor critters. Stop by to make a peanut butter and pinecone bird feeder. Everyone can have a delicious holiday.

The folks from Darigold will be serving eggnog, watch for them at the night market. Also, we’ll have Whole Foods serving cider and cookies again this year. They will be by the Christmas tree.

(WSB photo of Santa during My Macy’s Holiday Parade eight days ago)

Santa (the Macy’s Santa!) will be tucked into his Santa house listening to gift wishes. Bring your camera or handy cell phone for DIY pictures. Sharing Santa’s tent will be volunteers from WestSide Baby. Everyone is encouraged to bring a pack of diapers to drop off.

Curious Kidstuff has been kind enough to donate 250 glow in the dark necklaces! Come early to get yours! You can pick up your necklace from one of the Junction volunteers.

(SW Alaska between California and 42nd SW)

12 BARS OF CHRISTMAS-WEST SEATTLE, 3 pm start. See the list of bars/times, and how to get your wristband, via our calendar listing. (Starts at Beveridge Place Pub, 6413 California SW)

SEE THE MENASHE FAMILY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS GO ON! The Menashe Family Lights are the biggest and brightest display in West Seattle. You’re invited to be there for the ceremony to turn them on, between 4 and 4:30 today. (5605 Beach Drive SW)

TREVOR RAS HOLIDAY SINGALONG: It’s a holiday music event and a West Seattle Food Bank fundraiser, 4-6 pm at C & P Coffee Company. (5612 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE JUNCTION TREE LIGHTING: 5 pm at Junction Plaza Park, be there for music and good cheer in this year’s tree-lighting ceremony, hosted by Sundae + Mr. Goessl, with music by Endolyne Children’s Choir and The Silver Belles. (42nd SW/SW Alaska)

TIBBETTS COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARTY, 5-7 pm at Tibbetts United Methodist Church (WSB sponsor). Decorate gingerbread, eat Christmas cookies, make crafts – bring your friends and family! Chili with cornbread muffins and a spiced vegan lentil soup. All free. (3940 41st SW)

GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST, 5-7 pm at West Seattle Christian Church. Cookie decorating, photo backdrop, Christmas games, ornament exchange, hot-chocolate bar, finger food, dessert. The kit to build and decorate a gingerbread house is $10. All welcome! (42nd SW/SW Genesee)

WEST SEATTLE ALTERNATIVE GIVING FAIR First session is 6-8:30 pm tonight in the Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy Church: “Make a difference through a different way of giving at the second annual West Seattle Alternative Giving Fair. A total of 19 proven non-profits are expected to be there, explaining what they do and welcoming donations in lieu of giving more stuff for Christmas, birthdays, and other occasions.” See the list here. (9140 California SW)

HOLIDAY CAST PARTY: Continuing tonight, it’s ArtsWest’s Holiday Cast Party, 7:30 pm, hosted by Mathew Wright. (4711 California SW)

And from our year-round West Seattle Event Calendar and news previews:

SEATTLE JAM BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: 8 am to 5 pm, first day of the annual wheelchair-basketball tournament at the West Seattle High School Gym. Free admission. (3000 California SW)

EXPLORER WEST OPEN HOUSE: 10 am-11:30 pm, Explorer West Middle School (WSB sponsor) welcomes prospective families to come visit. (10015 28th SW)

WEST SEATTLE MEANINGFUL MOVIE: 6:30 pm doors open, 7 pm film, “The Lost Art of Good Conversation” at Neighborhood House High Point. (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

AT PARLIAMENT TAVERN: 9 pm, “Seattle rock made by grownups,” with Young Pioneers, Llama, Transient Songs. $6 cover. 21+ (4210 SW Admiral Way)

HOUSE ON THE MOVE TONIGHT: As we’ve been reporting, the old “log house” at California/Findlay is scheduled to be moved overnight tonight to its new home in the Admiral area. It’s scheduled to be on the road sometime after 11 pm, using California SW most of the way.

There’s a LOT more on the calendar! See it all here.

(Decorations at West Seattle High School, photographed after we covered a basketball game earlier this week)

From the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

HOLIDAY MARKET: 4-8 pm, it’s the start of this year’s Fauntleroy Schoolhouse Holiday Market. Come see who’s selling what in the historic schoolhouse. (9131 California SW)

LAFAYETTE CRAFT AND BOOK FAIR: Support a school while doing some holiday shopping tonight! It’s the annual Lafayette Elementary School Holiday Craft & Book Fair by Scholastic, 5-7 pm. “Come shop, visit with friends, and celebrate the season of giving!” (2645 California SW)

FIRST NIGHT FOR WEST SEATTLE YULETIDE: Music-synched lights east of The Junction. 5:30-9 pm – more schedule info here. (38th Ave SW between Genesee and Dakota)

HUSKY DELI OPEN HOUSE: Get a taste of the holidays at the annual Husky Deli Open House in The Junction, 6-9 pm. (4721 California SW)

LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish & School invites you to help “Light Up the Night”:

There will be caroling and the lighting up of the grounds. People will be invited to a cookie and hot beverage reception in the Walmesley Center (gym) after the grounds are lit. There will be crafts for children. We ask that people bring non-perishable food items for the St. Vincent de Paul food bank.
with Christmas caroling, hot chocolate, and of course, the ceremony to turn on the lights on the church grounds!

Bring your food donation(s) to the sleigh in the Walmesley Center. 7 pm. (35th SW/SW Myrtle)

HIGH-SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Both West Seattle High School teams play Nathan Hale at home tonight – 7 pm girls, 8:30 boys. (3000 California SW)

HOLIDAY CAST PARTY: ArtsWest‘s Holiday Cast Party opens tonight, 7:30 pm. See the nightly lineup in our calendar listing and check for ticket availability. (4711 California SW)

And from our year-round West Seattle Event Calendar:

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER FRIENDS AND FAMILY DAY: At South Seattle College (WSB sponsor), 11 am-3 pm:

South Seattle College and the TRiO Educational Opportunity Center are hosting an educational opportunity drop in event for both South students, their friends and family, and community members! Come receive one-on-one assistance with FAFSA and discuss degree and certificate programs, high school completion, English language programs, apprenticeships and more! No appointment necessary!

(6000 16th SW)

WORDS, WRITERS, WEST SEATTLE: David B. Williams and Jennifer Ott are the featured authors at this month’s Southwest Seattle Historical Society-presented reading/signing event at Barnes & Noble/Westwood Village, 5-7 pm. Here’s their video invitation, courtesy of the SWSHS:

Their book tells the amazing story behind Seattle’s Ship Canal. (2600 SW Barton)

CORNER BAR: Highland Park Improvement Club‘s monthly pop-up bar is tonight, starting at 6 pm, featuring The Black Tones performing starting at 8 pm, all ages until 9 pm. (1116 SW Holden)

BOOK SIGNING: Drew Bensen reads from and signs the book he co-authored, 7-10 pm at Inner Alchemy. (7354 35th SW)

AT KENYON HALL: Laura Love, Terry Hunt, and Orville Johnson, 7:30 tonight. Check to see if reservations are still available! (7904 35th SW)

AT PARLIAMENT TAVERN: Christy McWilson + The West Seattle 2, The Riffbrokers, Jasper Tollefson. “Americana folk and rock.” 9 pm. $8 cover. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

Got something for our calendar and/or Holiday Guide? Please send the info as early as you can! editor@westseattleblog.com – thank you!