(Lincoln Park photo by Arlene Rubin)

Busy afternoon/evening! From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and Holiday Guide:

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Shop fall plants at the center, open Thursdays-Saturdays 10 am-3 pm, north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus. Annuals, perennials, sun, shade, natives, edibles, ground covers … wide variety!

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: All levels welcome to this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com for info on where they’re playing today.

STRONG BODIES, STRONG BONES: 2:30 pm yoga class at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon).

THRIFTWAY ‘TASTE’: Another chance to sample what vendors are offering as well as the store itself, 4-7 pm at West Seattle Thriftway (California/Fauntleroy; WSB sponsor).

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: Every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s Five Hooks Seafood.

WINE AND JAZZ AT THE CENTER: 5 pm at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon), tastings from four local wineries plus charcuterie and music, benefiting the center – check here for ticket(s).

SHOP LATE THURSDAY: First one of the season in The Junction! Silver Belles are caroling around the heart of the business district 5-7 pm, Better As Brass is performing 7-9 pm at KeyBank plaza, Santa’s Elves are circulating, and many stores are open later – including a Pop-Up Market at Jet City Labs. Go explore, festively!

VISCON CELLARS: The West Seattle winery’s cozy tasting room/wine bar is open 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor). Stop in for wine by the glass or bottle!

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Meet at 6 pm at 47th/Fauntleroy for a group walk in Lincoln Park, continuing into the fall and winter after all – details in our calendar listing.

WESTIES RUN CLUB: The 6 pm weekly run is now departing from Future Primitive on Alki (2536 Alki SW).

SOUTHWEST PRECINCT MEETING WITH POLICE: 6:30 pm, come to this quarterly community meeting for SPD updates, Q&A, plus a guest appearance by reps from the Unified Care Team, which handles encampments. Precinct meeting room off south-side parking lot. (2300 SW Webster)

HOLIDAY SEASON GRIEF-SUPPORT GROUP: 6:30 pm with Listening to Grief, meeting at Counseling West Seattle (6957 California SW), preregistration required – info in our calendar listing.

WEST SEATTLE BOOK CLUB: Tonight’s the big monthly night to gather and read! 7 pm. Here’s the list of locations.

NORTH HIGHLINE UNINCORPORATED AREA COUNCIL: 7 pm meeting of the community council for White Center and vicinity, North Highline Fire Station (1243 SW 112th) – our calendar listing has agenda highlights.

TRIVIA: 7 pm at Burger Planet (9614 14th SW).

‘RAKE’S PROGRESS’ AT CSIHS: First chance to catch the student production, 7:30 pm at the Chief Sealth International High School auditorium (2600 SW Thistle), details and ticket link in our preview.

‘SNOWED IN (AGAIN)’: The holiday show continues at ArtsWest (4711 California SW), 7:30 pm; ticket info is in our calendar listing.

JOKES AT THE JUNCTION: Comedy night at Great American Diner and Bar (4752 California SW), 8 pm. Get your tickets here.

DJ NIGHT: The weekend starts early at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), with DJ Tomas starting at 8:30 pm.

Planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Michael Rohter)

Here’s our list of what’s happening, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

DONATION DRIVES: Our Holiday Guide has a growing list of ways you can share your bounty this season – from giving the gift of warm clothing to dropping off new, unwrapped toys at Toys for Tots and other collection locations around West Seattle.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Meet at 47th/Fauntleroy at 10 am. Details in our calendar listing.

TODDLER READING TIME AT PAPER BOAT: 10:30 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

SILVER SOUNDS HOLIDAY SHOW: 1 pm at the Center for Active Living (California/Oregon), “Santa Claus can grant one special wish to a deserving icon—which one will it be? Join the West Seattle Silver Sounds for another unexpected holiday performance and enjoy the music, skits, jokes, prizes, free raffle and sing-along.” RSVP required.

REJUVENATE YOGA: Weekly class at Viva Arts, 1:30 pm. (4421 Fauntleroy Way SW)

TODDLER STORY TIME: At Southwest Library, 3 pm, for kids ages 1-3. (9010 35th SW)

TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS AT ARTHUR’S: The Admiral District café is paying homage to the 12 Days of Christmas with a different feature starting at 4 pm daily – today the “four calling birds” make it “Wine Tasting Wednesday.” See the full list here. (2311 California SW)

HOMEWORK HELP: Volunteer helpers are available 4-7 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

FESTIVAL OF MINI-TREES: Admire – and bid on! – decorated mini-trees at the Rotary Club of West Seattle‘s holiday event at Brookdale Admiral Heights (2326 California SW), 5-7 pm – bid by 6:45 and if you win, take your mini-tree home tonight!

FIX-IT WORKSHOP: Fix it, don’t toss it! Weekly event, free (donations appreciated), 5:30-7:30 pm at West Seattle Tool Library (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center).

FAUNTLEROY YMCA TOWN HALL: Almost a year after the town hall that made it clear the community wanted the Fauntleroy YMCA to stay and thrive, how are things going? Tonight’s your chance to hear, and talk, about that, 6 pm in the co-housed <strong>Fauntleroy Church Fellowship Hall. (9140 California SW)

TRIVIA x 4: Four Wednesday trivia locations: At 6 pm, Locust Cider (2820 Alki SW) has trivia … Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) hosts Wednesday-night trivia starting at 7:30 pm … Quiz Night begins at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW) … and at 8:30 pm, trivia with Phil T at Talarico’s (4718 California SW), all ages until 10 pm.

FREE GROUP RUN: All year ’round! All runners, all levels, are welcome to join the weekly West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) group run – meet at the shop by 6:15 pm.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOCOL: 6:30 pm. 21+. Rotating performer slate. (7902 35th SW)

MUSIC BINGO X 2: Two places to play on Wednesdays! Play at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm … Or, at Three 9 Lounge (39th/Oregon), you can play MINGO music bingo, hosted by Mingo Maniac, at 7:30 pm Wednesdays.

SKYLARK OPEN MIC: Your turn at the mic! 7:30 pm signups for West Seattle’s longest-running open mic. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

Planning an open house, reading, tour, fundraiser, sale, discussion, show, meeting, presentation, etc., that’s open to the community? Please send us info so we can add it to West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar! westseattleblog@gmail.com – and if it’s a holiday event, send it for the Holiday Guide – thank you!

(Monday photo by Gary Pro)

Here are highlights of what’s happening today/tonight, mostly from our Event Calendar, where you can get a preview days, weeks, even months ahead, and our West Seattle Holiday Guide:

FAUNTLEROY CHURCH FESTIVAL OF TREES: Second day you can go see the decorated trees in the Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW), until noon, and “vote” for your favorite(s) with nonperishable food donations. If you miss it today, they’re open for viewing 9 am-noon Mondays-Thursdays all month, plus one hour before the church’s upcoming holiday concerts (see the Holiday Guide).

FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND TOY DRIVE: This is the second week that you can bring new, unwrapped toy donations to the John L. Scott Westwood offices (WSB sponsor) on the breezeway at Westwood Village (2600 SW Barton).

BLOOD DRIVE: BloodWorks Northwest is back in West Seattle today and other upcoming dates – sign up to donate!

POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: Long-distance advocacy via handwritten postcards sent to voters in other states – the work continues post-election – drop in 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all welcome.

HOLIDAY LUNCH: 11:30 am at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon) with live music – call ahead to be sure there’s room.

REGISTRATION FOR POTTERY CLASSES: Pottery classes are returning to the Alki Bathhouse in January, and registration opens today at noon.

ROTARY CLUB OF WEST SEATTLE: Lunch meeting at noon at West Seattle Golf Course (4470 35th SW), program details in our calendar listing.

CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). All levels welcome. (Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.)

DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-7 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $10 fee, $5 off with bottle purchases.

DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Long-running weekly sign-waving demonstration on the corners at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t bring your own.

TAE KWON DO: First December class for the West Seattle Tae Kwon Do Club, all levels welcome, 6 pm at High Point Community Center. (6920 34th SW)

SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm tonight, play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).

FREE TRACK RUN: All runners welcome! Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for this free weekly run at 6:15 pm.

CHIEF SEALTH IHS PTSA SWEETS & SOCIAL: 6:30 pm in the school library, meet up with the CSIHS PTSA for treats and updates – bring something to share if you want! (2600 SW Thistle)

TOASTMASTERS 832: “Join us online at 6:30 p.m. to work on your public speaking, communication, and leadership skills! RSVP for Zoom link: wstoastmasters832@gmail.com.”

MAKE POTTERY: Weekly 6:30-9 pm “girls’ night” at pottery studio The Clay Cauldron (5214 Delridge Way SW), sign up in advance to work on your project(s).

BINGO AT THE SKYLARK: Play – free! Tuesday nights bring Belle of the Balls Bingo hosted by Cookie Couture, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIVIA X 5: Five trivia options for Tuesday – new, 7 pm trivia with Amelia at Future Primitive‘s Beer Bar on Alki (2536 Alki SW) … The Beer Junction (4711 California SW) has Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free and hosted by Beat the Geek Trivia; 7 pm at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle (6459 California SW), hosted by Geeks Who Drink; 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

Hosting an event, seasonal or otherwise? Tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar and/or Holiday Guide – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Seen in Gatewood – WSB photo)

Here’s our list for your first Monday in December, from our WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and West Seattle Holiday Guide:

FAUNTLEROY CHURCH FESTIVAL OF TREES: First day you can go see the decorated trees in the Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW), until noon, and “vote” for your favorite(s) with nonperishable food donations. If you miss it today, they’re open for viewing 9 am-noon Mondays-Thursdays all month, plus one hour before the church’s upcoming holiday concerts.

FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND TOY DRIVE: Today starts the second week that you can bring new, unwrapped toy donations to the John L. Scott Westwood offices (WSB sponsor) on the breezeway at Westwood Village (2600 SW Barton).

BABY STORY TIME: Noon at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW), for kids 0-2.

BINGO! Monday nights at Locust Cider on Alki, 6 pm. (2820 Alki SW)

GET CRAFTY: 6-10 pm, Monday is “Crafting and Creativity Night” at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW), info here.

D&D: Weekly D&D at 6:30 pm at Meeples Games (3727 California SW). All welcome, including first-time players.

LISTENING TO GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP: 6:30 pm with Tamara Kubacki, meeting at Mama Be Well Healing Studio (4034 California SW). “Grief groups are brave and safe spaces where bereaved people can share their stories and speak their loved one’s name without fear of getting advice, platitudes, or being shut out, no matter how long it’s been since their loved one’s passing.” – you can attend once or multiple times. Fee. Preregistration requested – our calendar listing explains how.

MONDAY NIGHT TRIVIA! Four places to play tonight! Every-other-week music quiz at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), 6:30 and 7:30 pm … 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander); 7 and 8 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at Three 9 Lounge (4505 39th SW); 7:30 pm with QuizFix at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW)

MEDITATION IN FAUNTLEROY: Monday night calm – free weekly Zen sitting/meditation in the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.

MEDITATION IN ALKI: More Monday night calm – the Alki Dharma Community also hosts Monday night meditation at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds), 7-8:30 pm.

MUSIC AT THE ALLEY: The Alley in back of Bonjour Vietnam is open – Monday nights, live music from The Westside Trio, 8 pm at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW), 21+, no cover.

MONDAY KARAOKE 9 pm is the start time for Monday night karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW).

If you have a West Seattle/White Center event to add to our calendar, and/or something for our Holiday Guide, please send the info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Tom Trulin, downtown reflection of last night’s sunset)

Lots to tell you about this morning. First, a traffic alert if you’re headed east off-peninsula in the hours ahead:

SEATTLE MARATHON: A stretch of northbound 99 north of downtown will be closed this morning and early afternoon because of the marathon, as will part of the I-5 express lanes through downtown. Here’s the full closure list.

Next, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide, the holiday happenings today and tonight:

(WSB photo, Friday at Duwamish Longhouse)

DUWAMISH LONGHOUSE NATIVE ART MARKET: Last day of your annual chance to buy from Native artists and crafters the weekend after Thanksgiving. 10 am-5 pm. Food vendors too. Parking on both sides of the street. Here’s our report from day 1. (4705 West Marginal Way SW)

TOYS FOR TOTS AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET: West Seattle Kiwanis continues with their holiday-season booth at the south end of the market (California/Alaska) – bring new unwrapped toys to donate, and buy your advance pancake-breakfast ticket(s)!

JET CITY LABS’ SMALL-BIZ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm, stop in to see who’s selling what at Jet City Labs today. (4547 California SW)

SWEET REEL HOLIDAY MAKERS’ MARKET: Local artists and makers sell their creations 11 am-4 pm at 5001 Delridge Way SW.

SANTA AT OUNCES: Free pics with the jolly ol’ fella 1-4 pm. (3809 Delridge Way SW)

‘SNOWED IN (AGAIN)’: ArtsWest‘s holiday musical has a 3 pm matinée today; get your ticket(s) here. (4711 California SW)

MENASHE FAMILY LIGHTS: The Menashe Family Lights are the biggest and brightest display in West Seattle. Tonight is the first “official” night, though they’ve been on a while. (5605 Beach Drive SW)

EVENING POP-UP: Art market 4-8 pm at Bebop Waffle Shop (2600 California SW).

CERAMIC ORNAMENT-MAKING CLASS: At Locust Cider‘s Alki taproom (2820 Alki SW), 4-7 pm.

PROST! TREE LIGHTING AND HOLIDAY MUSIC: Tom Hutyler performs at the Prost! West Seattle (3407 California SW) tree lighting, starting at 5. Bring new unwrapped toy(s) for a collection to be dropped off during the Seattle Fire Department drive on December 7.

ASTRA LUMINA: Celestially inspired light show on the grounds of the Seattle Chinese Garden at the north end of the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus, times vary. Tickets and info here.

And everything else – mostly from the year-round WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

WESTIES RUN CLUB: Meet for today’s run at 9 am at Upwell (4811 California SW).

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Open 10 am-2 pm, with almost-winter produce, plus beverages, baked goods, flowers, cheese, fish, meat, prepared food, nuts, candy, condiments, more. (California SW between SW Alaska and SW Oregon)

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Fall is project time. Need a tool to make yours happen? Borrow it from the Tool Library, open 11 am-4 pm on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

MUSICIANS FOR THE WEST SEATTLE FOOD BANK: Bring $ and/or nonperishable food for WSFB to C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), and enjoy live music.

FREE COMMUNITY MEAL: “We wanted to let all of our West Seattle Neighbors know that Bethany Community Church, West Seattle (8600 9th Ave SW) is hosting a free community meal three times during december: Sunday Dec 1, Dec, 15, and Dec. 29th. We know these can be tough times, so it’s our hope to provide a hot meal for anyone who needs it. Meals will be served 5:30-6:30 PM in our Fellowship Hall.”

LIVE MUSIC AT THE ALLEY: Sunday night music with the Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW) – 8-10 pm.

Are you planning, organizing, and/or publicizing something that should be listed on our community event calendar – one-time or recurring – and/or in our Holiday Guide? Just email us the basics – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Rocks under Anchor Park pier, photo by Christopher Boffoli)

It’s the Saturday after Thanksgiving – Small Business Saturday – with shops and pop-up markets where you can Shop Small (a fine thing to do EVERY day). So first, here’s our list from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide; it’ll be followed by today’s list from the regular Event Calendar:

DUWAMISH LONGHOUSE NATIVE ART MARKET: Buy from Native artists and crafters. 10 am-5 pm each day. Food vendors too. And now there’s more parking! (4705 West Marginal Way SW)

JET CITY LABS’ SMALL-BIZ MARKET: Again today, 10 am-2 pm, stop in to see who’s selling what at Jet City Labs for all your holiday needs, whims, and dreams! (4547 California SW)

SHOPPING PASSPORT: More than half a dozen local businesses have joined forces to offer a “passport” with prizes, available starting November 30, as previewed here.

CARMILIA’S: At Carmilia’s, “Let’s keep the party going! Small Business Saturday….
Coats & Shoes 35% off – Giftables 20% off – Final Sale Rack 35-50% off – With any purchase, pop across the street to Compass for complimentary gift wrapping. (4528 California SW)

MOUNTAIN TO SOUND OUTFITTERS SALE: 15 percent off all weekend in honor of their 15 years in business. (3602 SW Alaska; WSB sponsor)

INNER ALCHEMY: “Enjoy hot tea while experiencing smudging and a chakra clearing with our sound healing instruments, 11 am-6 pm.” Registration link in our calendar listing. (3043 California SW)

TREES & TREATS: Front-yard sale reported by a reader, 48th SW near Edmunds.

AT AVALON GLASSWORKS: Holiday shopping kicks off at Avalon Glassworks with a free-gift-with-purchase Thanksgiving weekend. Join us (all this weekend), 12 to 4 pm, and get a glass candy-cane decoration ($15 value) with any purchase (limit one per customer per day). Live glass-blowing warming the gallery from noon until 2 pm and hundreds of gift ideas, holiday decor and ornaments. (2914 SW Avalon Way)

VAIN ON SMALL BIZ SATURDAY: The salon/boutique in The Junction is hosting West Seattle’s own wugprints! spreading local love, one print at a time! Colorful prints, postcards and more! 12-3 pm. (4513 California SW)

GOOD SISTER SHOP HOLIDAY POP-UP MARKET, NOVEMBER 30: Multiple vendors, 1-4 pm – details here. (6959 California SW)

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM: “The Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN Small Business Saturday 1-6 pm for our $72$ case sale! Come by for this opportunity to enjoy our 2016 and 2017 vintages for $72 for 12 bottles!” – in the north lot of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor).

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY HOLIDAY MARKET: Hosted by Spruce Hill Winery (WSB sponsor), T2 Cellar, Elsom Cellars, Republic of Cider, and 2BAR Spirits, 1-5 PM. 2960 4th Ave S. Join us for a free holiday market with artists, makers, food, drink specials, a raffle, and more! Just 7 minutes from the West Seattle Junction.

YULETIDE SOCIAL AT PAPER BOAT BOOKSELLERS, NOVEMBER 30: Treats and deals, 2-5 pm. (6040 California SW)

“SNOWED IN (AGAIN)” – 2 SHOWS: 3 pm matinee and 7:30 pm performance of ArtsWest‘s holiday show – here’s the ticket link. (4711 California SW)

ASTRA LUMINA: The illuminated walk at Seattle Chinese Garden on Puget Ridge continues. 5 pm and later entry times; ticket cost varies. (6000 16th SW)

Now, everything else! (Got something to add for today/tonight? Text 206-293-6302 – thank you!)

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) at 8 am for the regular Saturday morning run.

HEAVILY MEDITATED: Free community meditation, 9 am at Inner Alchemy‘s home studio (3618 SW Alaska)

INTRODUCTORY WALK: Prelude to the next event – meet at the same spot, 47th/Fauntleroy, 9:30 am, for a flat-terrain 1-mile walk.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Then at 10 am, you’re invited to join others for the weekly walk in Lincoln Park (meet at 47th/Fauntleroy).

SSC GARDEN CENTER: Closed until December 5.

MORNING MUSIC: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Info about Marco’s music is here.ank”>previewed here, celebrate the fishing-focused shop’s new location, 10 am-6 pm today! (4707 California SW)

FREE WRITING GROUP: Taking this week off.

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at 11 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: The home of West Seattle history is open for your visit, noon-4 pm – see the newest exhibit, about the West Duwamish Greenbelt! (61st/Stevens)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER OPEN: The center is also open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2236 SW Orchard)

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open – wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

ALL-AGES OPEN MIC: 7-10 pm at The Spot West Seattle (2920 SW Avalon Way)

AT THE SKYLARK: West Seattle’s monthly drag spectacular West End Girls, hosted by Cookie Couture, doors 7, show 8, all ages, tickets here or at the door. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, DJ Trinitron. (4547 California SW)

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: Saturday singing at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW), starting at 10 pm.

West Seattle event coming up? If the community’s welcome, your event is welcome to a spot on our calendar! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – same place to send your Holiday Guide listings – thank you!

Here’s what’s happening around West Seattle and vicinity today, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and our Holiday Guide:

(Wreaths at Holy Rosary Tree Lot)

HOLY ROSARY TREE LOT: This year’s Holy Rosary Tree Lot, on the north side of the campus, is scheduled to open today. Part of the proceeds go to local nonprofits.

Open Friday, November 29th through Tuesday, December 17th.
HOURS
Opening day: Friday: 9 am – 9 pm
Monday – Thursday: 4 pm – 8 pm
Friday: 4 pm – 9 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9 am – 9 pm

(Off 42nd SW north of SW Genesee)

PINS FOR THE PANTRY: 13-year-old Nathan Tavel is doing a bowling fundraiser for both the West Seattle Food Bank and the White Center Food Bank called “Pins for the Pantry.” Go to www.nathantavelbowling.com to pledge. He’s bowling for an hour today, before the bowling alley opens, and he will raise money based on his pin total for that one hour. You can pledge up until 10 am today; he bowls 10-11 am.

INDOOR PLAY: Need an indoor place for your little one to play on this chilly day? 10 am-11:30 am, you’re welcome to “Stay ‘n’ Play” at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd).

DUWAMISH LONGHOUSE NATIVE ART MARKET: This is your annual chance to buy from Native artists and crafters the weekend after Thanksgiving. 10 am-5 pm daily through Sunday. Food vendors too. And now there’s more parking! (4705 West Marginal Way SW)

JET CITY LABS’ SMALL-BIZ MARKET: Today is the first date, 10 am-2 pm, that you can stop in to see who’s selling what at Jet City Labs for all your holiday needs, whims, and dreams! (4547 California SW)

BLACK FRIDAY AT THUNDER ROAD GUITARS: Deals in-person and online PLUS the Dick’s burgers-and-shakes truck on site for Friday buyers, noon-2 pm. See full preview here. (6400 California SW)

MOUNTAIN TO SOUND OUTFITTERS SALE: 15 percent off all weekend in honor of their 15 years in business. (3602 SW Alaska)

SSC GARDEN CENTER: “Garden Center will be closed Thursday-Saturday November 28th-30th. We will reopen with poinsettias, holiday swags and more on December 5th!”

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history, noon-4 pm. (61st SW & SW Stevens)

QI GONG AT VIVA ARTS: 12:15 pm-12:45 pm Fridays. More info in our calendar listing. (4421 Fauntleroy Way SW)

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM: “The Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN on Black Friday-Small Business Saturday November 29th-30th 1-6 pm for our 72$ case sale! Come by for this opportunity to enjoy our 2016 and 2017 vintages for $72 for 12 bottles!” – in the north lot of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor).

VISCON CELLARS: Season’s just right for the ambience of this cozy tasting room/wine bar, open for wine by the glass or bottle – 5-9 pm – at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: Acoustic guitarist Lew Jones live at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. No cover.

HANSEROTH TWINS AT EASY STREET: Performance, meet and greet, and signing, 7 pm at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW).

AT THE SPOT: Fridays are Live Artist Showcase nights at The Spot West Seattle (2920 SW Avalon Way), 7-10 pm.

THE SLAGS: Live at West Seattle Brewing (4415 Fauntleroy Way SW), 8:30 pm, no cover.

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, DJ B——– tonight! (4547 California SW)

JARAY’S DJ: 9 pm, DJ Buzsy at Jaray’s Lounge (2216 SW Orchard).

Are we missing anything? If you have something else to add to our event lists, calendar, and/or Holiday Guide, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Steve Bender)

Yes, we know today’s big activities are shopping and possibly advance cooking/baking … but if you’re interested in something else, here’s our list of what’s happening, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

DONATION DRIVES: Our Holiday Guide has a growing list of ways you can share your bounty this season – especially by dropping off new, unwrapped toys at Toys for Tots and other collection locations around West Seattle.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Meet at 47th/Fauntleroy at 10 am. Details in our calendar listing.

TODDLER READING TIME AT PAPER BOAT: 10:30 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

REJUVENATE YOGA: Weekly class at Viva Arts, 1:30 pm. (4421 Fauntleroy Way SW)

TODDLER STORY TIME: At Southwest Library, 3 pm, for kids ages 1-3. (9010 35th SW)

HOMEWORK HELP: No library Homework Help on the SPL calendar today.

FIX-IT WORKSHOP: Fix it, don’t toss it! Weekly event, free (donations appreciated), 5:30-7:30 pm at West Seattle Tool Library (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center).

TRIVIA x 4: Four Wednesday trivia options: At 6 pm, Locust Cider (2820 Alki SW) offers trivia … Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) hosts Wednesday-night trivia starting at 7:30 pm … Quiz Night begins at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW) … and at 8:30 pm, trivia with Phil T at Talarico’s (4718 California SW).

FREE GROUP RUN: All runners, all levels, are welcome to join the weekly West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) group run – meet at the shop by 6:15 pm.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOCOL: 6:30 pm. 21+. Rotating performer slate. (7902 35th SW)

MUSIC BINGO X 2: One night, two games! Play at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm … At Three 9 Lounge (39th/Oregon), you can play MINGO music bingo, hosted by Mingo Maniac, at 7:30 pm Wednesdays.

‘SNOWED IN (AGAIN)’: Bonus Wednesday performance of the ArtsWest holiday show! 7:30 pm – our calendar listing has the link for tickets. (4711 California SW)

SKYLARK OPEN MIC: Your turn to shine! 7:30 pm signups for West Seattle’s longest-running open mic. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

Planning an open house, reading, tour, fundraiser, sale, discussion, show, meeting, presentation, etc., that’s open to the community? Please send us info so we can add it to West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar! westseattleblog@gmail.com – and if it’s a holiday event, send it for the Holiday Guide – thank you!

(Photo by Dan Ciske)

Here are highlights of what’s happening today/tonight, mostly from our Event Calendar, where you can get a preview days, weeks, even months ahead, and our West Seattle Holiday Guide:

POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: Long-distance advocacy via handwritten postcards sent to voters in other states – the work continues post-election – drop in 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all welcome.

ROTARY CLUB OF WEST SEATTLE: Lunch meeting at noon at West Seattle Golf Course (4470 35th SW), followed by volunteering with Food Lifeline.

CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). All levels welcome. (Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.)

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING: The board meets online at 5 pm to officially accept the superintendent’s withdrawal of the school-closure plan; here’s the agenda, which explains how to watch.

DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-7 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $10 fee, $5 off with bottle purchases.

DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Long-running weekly sign-waving demonstration on the corners at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t bring your own.

SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm tonight, play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).

FREE TRACK RUN: All runners welcome! Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for this free weekly run at 6:15 pm.

TALK WITH YOUR SCHOOL-BOARD MEMBER: 6:30 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library, join West Seattle/South Park school-board director Gina Topp for her periodic community-conversation meeting – any Seattle Public Schools topic that you want to discuss.

‘CHRISTMAS WITH THE CHOSEN’: Film and discussion, 6:30-8:30 pm. Admiral Church (4320 SW Hill). Free movie screening and discussion of “Holy Night,” by the producers of “The Chosen” series. Christmas cookies and popcorn, too! All welcome!

MAKE POTTERY: Weekly 6:30-9 pm “girls’ night” at pottery studio The Clay Cauldron (5214 Delridge Way SW), sign up in advance to work on your project(s).

BINGO AT THE SKYLARK: Play – free! Tuesday nights bring Belle of the Balls Bingo hosted by Cookie Couture, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIVIA X 5: Now there are five trivia options for Tuesday – new, 7 pm trivia with Amelia at Future Primitive‘s Beer Bar on Alki (2536 Alki SW) … The Beer Junction (4711 California SW) has Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free and hosted by Beat the Geek Trivia; 7 pm at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle (6459 California SW), hosted by Geeks Who Drink; 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

Planning an event? Tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar and/or Holiday Guide – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Eagle at Alki, photographed by Christopher Boffoli)

Here’s our list for your Monday, from our WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and West Seattle Holiday Guide:

FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND TOY DRIVE: Today’s the first day you can bring new, unwrapped toy donations to the John L. Scott Westwood offices (WSB sponsor) on the breezeway at Westwood Village (2600 SW Barton).

DONATE WARM CLOTHES & DESSERTS: Today’s the first day you can donate warm clothes, blankets, socks, and/or desserts at D Squared Hospitality‘s offices – 4105 Airport Way S. – for Thursday’s free community dinner at The Hall at Fauntleroy.

BABY STORY TIME: Noon at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW), for kids 0-2.

BINGO! Monday nights at Locust Cider on Alki, 6 pm. (2820 Alki SW)

GET CRAFTY: 6-10 pm, Monday is “Crafting and Creativity Night” at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW), info here.

D&D: Weekly D&D at 6:30 pm at Meeples Games (3727 California SW). All welcome, including first-time players.

LISTENING TO GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP: No Monday night meeting this week.

MONDAY NIGHT TRIVIA! Three places to play tonight – 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander); 7 and 8 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at Three 9 Lounge (4505 39th SW); 7:30 pm with QuizFix at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW)

MEDITATION IN FAUNTLEROY: You’re invited to free weekly Zen sitting/meditation in the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.

MEDITATION IN ALKI: The Alki Dharma Community also hosts Monday night meditation at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds), 7-8:30 pm.

MUSIC AT THE ALLEY: The Alley in back of Bonjour Vietnam is open – Monday nights, live music from The Westside Trio, 8 pm at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW), 21+, no cover.

SING! 9 pm is the start time for Monday night karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW).

If you have a West Seattle/White Center event to add to our calendar, and/or something for our Holiday Guide, please send the info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Saturday rainbow, photographed by Greg Snyder)

Time for our two-part list of what’s happening on your Sunday. First, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide (where you’ll find LOTS of other holiday info):

(WSB photo, last Sunday)

TOYS FOR TOTS AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET: West Seattle Kiwanis continues with their holiday-season booth at the south end of the market (California/Alaska) – bring new unwrapped toys to donate.

HPIC WREATH-MAKING MEETUP: 11 am-1 pm at Highland Park Corner Store. “Bring loose greens, pine cones – a great way to use those evergreen branches the fall winds are dropping! If you can, bring clippers or scissors, ribbon, wire, etc.+ we’ll have some to share.” (7789 Highland Park Way SW)

‘SNOWED IN (AGAIN)’ MATINEE: 3 pm performance of ArtsWest‘s holiday show; check here for tickets. (4711 California SW)

ASTRA LUMINA: The illuminated walk at Seattle Chinese Garden on Puget Ridge continues. 5 pm and later entry times, ticket cost varies. (6000 16th SW)

SEATTLE STRENGTH AND PERFORMANCE MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL: $299 holiday-membership deal from the studio (WSB sponsor) with a West Seattle location at 2942 SW Avalon Way – less than half-price for what you get. Email membership@seattlesp.com today if interested.

And from our year-round Event Calendar:

SWIM IN THE SOUND: At 9:30 am, dive into the weekly group plunge into Puget Sound off Alki – meet at Statue of Liberty Plaza (61st/Alki).

WESTIES RUN CLUB: Meet for today’s run at 9 am at Dough Joy Donuts (4310 SW Oregon).

KNEIGHBORHOOD KNIVES: The knife-sharpening-on-whetstones pop-up is back, 10 am-4 pm, $10/knife, Hotwire Coffee (4410 California SW).

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Last market before Thanksgiving – open 10 am-2 pm, with almost-winter produce, plus beverages, baked goods, flowers, cheese, fish, meat, prepared food, nuts, candy, condiments, more. (California SW between SW Alaska and SW Oregon)

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Fall is project time. Need a tool to make yours happen? Borrow it from the Tool Library, open 11 am-4 pm on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

CLASSIC NOVELS (AND MOVIES) BOOK CLUB: Monthly gathering at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), 3 pm, this time discussing Charles Dickens‘ “Great Expectations.”

LIVE MUSIC AT THE ALLEY: Sunday night music with the Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW) – 8-10 pm.

Are you planning, organizing, and/or publicizing something that should be listed on our community event calendar – one-time or recurring – and/or in our Holiday Guide? Just email us the basics – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Jerry Simmons)

It’s the weekend before Thanksgiving and the holiday happenings are taking over. First, our list from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide, followed by today’s list from the regular Event Calendar:

EASTRIDGE CHURCH TURKEY GIVEAWAY: Hundreds of turkeys and bags of holiday-fixings groceries will be available outside the church at 39th/Oregon, starting at 9 am, continuing while they last. Details here

PEACE LUTHERAN BAKE SALE PLUS: “Yummies and Yarn bake sale +” is the church’s holiday event this year, at 39th/Thistle. 9 am-3 pm.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT ALKI CENTER “Alki Court #21, Order of Amaranth, is having their annual Craft Bazaar from 9 am to 4 pm. It will be held at the Alki Masonic Center at 4736 40th Ave SW and there is plenty of parking!!”

ARROWHEAD GARDENS HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR: Amazing handmade creations, every year! Office building on the east side of the complex at 9200 2nd SW, 10 am-3 pm.

ADMIRAL CHURCH CHRISTMAS MARKET: “Step into a German-style Christmas market right here in West Seattle! Enjoy a cup of hot cider and a soft pretzel while browsing our festively decorated booths. Discover that perfect one-of-a-kind gift created by a local artisan. Bring joy into your home with our handcrafted holiday decor. Find unique gifts for co-workers, teachers, and holiday hosts. And don’t miss our homemade cookies, pies, and holiday sweets. Relax and enjoy the enchanting spirit of Christmas, support Admiral Church’s important community work, and return home prepared for the festive season!” 10 am-4 pm. (4320 SW Hill)

ASTRA LUMINA: The illuminated walk at Seattle Chinese Garden on Puget Ridge continues. 5 pm and later entry times, ticket cost varies. (6000 16th SW)

CHRISTMAS SHIP, TWO STOPS: The Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship will make two West Seattle stops on its first night of the season. First, at Seacrest (new location), 1600 Harbor SW, 5:35 pm. Second, Alki Beach Park (usually near the Bathhouse), 8:35 pm, with a bonfire plus the special Alki Holiday Lights event presented by the Alki Community Council

ALKI HOLIDAY LIGHTS: 7-9 pm, so there’s lots of time to have fun before the Christmas Ship arrives at 8:35 pm – 10+ places to get freebies, three places to drop off donations for the West Seattle Food Bank, luminarias on the beach, more – look for the Alki Community Council info booth east of the Bathhouse.

“SNOWED IN (AGAIN)”: 7:30 pm performance of ArtsWest‘s holiday show – our calendar listing has the ticket link. (4711 California SW)

Now, everything else! (Are we missing anything for today/tonight? Text 206-293-6302 – thank you!)

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) at 8 am for the regular Saturday morning run.

HEAVILY MEDITATED: Free community meditation, 9 am at Inner Alchemy‘s home studio (3618 SW Alaska)

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: You’re invited to join others for a walk in Lincoln Park (meet at 47th/Fauntleroy), 10 am.

SSC GARDEN CENTER: Flowers are still blooming in some gardens, so keep working on yours! Student-grown plants await you at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus, 10 am-3 pm.

EMERALD WATER ANGLERS GRAND OPENING: As previewed here, celebrate the fishing-focused shop’s new location, 10 am-6 pm today! (4707 California SW)

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am – “This is a free, weekly, in-person active writing group grounded in the Amherst Writers and Artists method. It is a safe, critique-free space. Writers of all levels welcome, 16 and up.” Our calendar listing has location and RSVP info.

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at 11 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

ALKI ARTS ANNIVERSARY: 12-8 pm, the gallery at 6030 California SW is celebrating its first anniversary!

We will be celebrating with refreshments being served all day and 10% off of any single piece of original local art.

The festivities culminate with a fabulous concert from 6-8pm with a talented trio from ‘Tobias the Owl‘ playing. (tickets by donation at the door, with all proceeds going to the musicians)

Stop in between Noon to 8 pm to celebrate with us at 6030 California Ave SW. And we want to take this opportunity to thank all of the loyal art lovers who have shopped with us all year!

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: The home of West Seattle history is open for your visit, noon-4 pm – see the newest exhibit, about the West Duwamish Greenbelt! (61st/Stevens)

‘GRATITUDE’ SOUND BATH EXPERIENCE: Noon-1 pm at Inner Alchemy‘s studio (3618 SW Alaska); get your ticket(s) here.

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER OPEN: The center is also open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2236 SW Orchard)

MONTHLY SONG CIRCLE: 1-3 pm Soul Sisters song circle, no experience required; our calendar listing explains how to get location info.

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open – wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: The tasting room/wine bar is open 1-6 pm with student-produced wines and “affordable eats” at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

THE DUSTY 45s AT EASY STREET: 7 pm, free in-store concert, all ages, celebrating The Dusty 45s‘ new album and vinyl release, as previewed here. (4559 California SW)

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: The Brews Brothers, 7 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

ALL-AGES OPEN MIC: 7-10 pm at The Spot West Seattle (2920 SW Avalon Way)

AT THE SKYLARK: Relocation benefit with Hayward Sun, Bobby Malvestuto, Deer Wave, Cesar Cuevas, doors at 7, music at 8, $10. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, DJ Shonuph. (4547 California SW)

JARAY’S DJ: 9 pm, DJ Buzsy at Jaray’s Lounge (2216 SW Orchard).

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: Saturday singing at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW), starting at 10 pm.

West Seattle event coming up? If the community’s welcome, your event is welcome to a spot on our calendar! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Seattle Civic Dance Theater photo from ‘The Gift of Dance’ dress rehearsal – scroll down for info)

Here’s what’s happening around West Seattle and vicinity today, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and our Holiday Guide:

INDOOR PLAY: Need an indoor place for your little one to play on this rainy day? 10 am-11:30 am, you’re welcome to “Stay ‘n’ Play” at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd).

SSC GARDEN CENTER: As we get further into fall, season-appropriate plants await you at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus, 10 am-3 pm.

EMERALD WATER ANGLERS GRAND OPENING: As previewed here, celebrate the fishing-focused shop’s new location, 10 am-6 pm today and tomorrow! (4707 California SW)

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history, noon-4 pm. (61st SW & SW Stevens)

QI GONG AT VIVA ARTS: 12:15 pm-12:45 pm Fridays. More info in our calendar listing. (4421 Fauntleroy Way SW)

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM: 1-6 pm, open in the north lot of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor).

VISCON CELLARS: Season’s just right for the ambience of this cozy tasting room/wine bar, open for wine by the glass or bottle – 5-9 pm – at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

MAKE LUMINARIES WITH LORA: 6-9 pm at The Clay Cauldron (5214 Delridge Way SW), create a pierced ceramic luminary just in time for the holidays! Register ASAP at potteringclasses@gmail.com.

AT THE SKYLARK: Music 6-10 pm at The Skylark with Mutual Stoke, Death Spa, Fox Medicine, Loonieboys. $10 cover, all ages. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

‘THE GIFT OF DANCE’: Tonight’s the night! West Seattle-based Seattle Civic Dance Theatre presents ‘The Gift of Dance‘ featuring the 35th annual performance of
‘The Magical Doll Maker,’ 7 pm, at the Highline Performing Arts Center. Tickets here! (401 S. 152nd, Burien)

AT THE SPOT: Fridays are Live Artist Showcase nights at The Spot West Seattle (2920 SW Avalon Way), 7-10 pm.

‘OPHELIA’ AT WSHS: Last chance to catch the student production, 7:30 pm at the West Seattle High School theater (3000 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

‘SNOWED IN (AGAIN)’: Second night for the holiday show at ArtsWest (4711 California SW), 7:30 pm; ticket info is in our calendar listing.

MAKE IT LOUD: Tonight’s music at Southgate Roller Rink features: Pink Boa & Bexley. $5 skates, $18 cover. 21+. (9646 17th SW)

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, DJ Ichy tonight! (4547 California SW)

JARAY’S DJ: 9 pm, DJ Buzsy at Jaray’s Lounge (2216 SW Orchard).

Are we missing anything? If you have something else to add to our event lists and calendar, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Snowy Cascade Mountains as seen from Alki – photo by Michael Rohter)

Here’s what’s happening this afternoon/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and Holiday Guide:

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Shop fall plants at the center, open Thursdays-Saturdays 10 am-3 pm, north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus. Annuals, perennials, sun, shade, natives, edibles, ground covers … wide variety!

PRE-THANKSGIVING DINNER: High Point Community Center cooks up a full Thanksgiving feast one week in advance, 1-5 pm today. Dine in or take out, $12 – call in advance to be sure there’s a plate for you! Info’s in our calendar listing. Walk-ins welcome if they’re not booked up. (6920 34th SW)

DUCKS IN A ROW: Death happens to everyone eventually, so why not get your ducks in a row for end-of-life decisions? 1 pm today, it’s the third and final presentation in this series as West Seattle (Admiral) Library offers a series of presentations, today focusing on advance care directives,

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: All levels welcome to this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com for info on where they’re playing today.

STRONG BODIES, STRONG BONES: 2:30 pm yoga class at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon).

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: Every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s Galileo’s Pizzeria.

OUNCES TURNS 8: 5-7 pm anniversary party at Ounces with free fries and $5 beer! (3809 Delridge Way SW),

VISCON CELLARS: The West Seattle winery’s cozy tasting room/wine bar is open 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor). Stop in for wine by the glass or bottle!

RAT CITY ART/FOOD WALK: 5-8 pm at 17 venues in White Center and South Delridge – see the list here.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Meet at 6 pm at 47th/Fauntleroy for a group walk in Lincoln Park, continuing into the fall and winter after all – details in our calendar listing.

MENASHE AND SONS JEWELERS OPEN HOUSE: “Join us to celebrate the season!” 6-9 pm Thursday, November 21. 40% off the store. “Raise a glass and enjoy light bites!” FYI: Sale excludes Rolex. (4532 California SW)

WESTIES RUN CLUB: The 6 pm weekly run is now departing from Future Primitive on Alki (2536 Alki SW).

AT EASY STREET: Gemini Affair DJ Depeche Mike at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), 6-9 pm

HIGHLAND PARK RUN CLUB: 6:30 pm, meet at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) for a 3-mile run through the neighborhood. (Walking option, too!)

GRIEF-SUPPORT PEER GROUP: 6:30 pm with Listening to Grief, meeting at Counseling West Seattle (6957 California SW), preregistration required – info in our calendar listing.

COFFEEHOUSE COMEDY: Midnight Mystery Theater brings laughter to C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), 7 pm.

CLOUDBREAK FESTIVAL AT THE SKYLARK: 7 pm doors, 8 pm music as the citywide Cloudbreak Festival presets Carl Christiansen and the Lake Flora Band with special guest Lemonboy. $10. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: 7 pm hybrid meeting – attend in person or online. Here are agenda highlights, including police updates and holiday event previews. (6115 SW Hinds)

TRIVIA: 7 pm at Burger Planet (9614 14th SW).

‘OPHELIA’ AT WSHS: Second-to-last chance to catch the student production, 7:30 pm at the West Seattle High School theater (3000 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

‘SNOWED IN (AGAIN)’: Opening night for the holiday show at ArtsWest (4711 California SW), 7:30 pm; ticket info is in our calendar listing.

DJ NIGHT: The weekend starts early at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), with DJ Teddy Buckspin starting at 8 pm.

Planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Because of windstorm coverage, we won’t be publishing a detailed “what’s happening today/tonight” list, but you can see the lineup by checking out the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar. Two events to highlight – 6:30 pm at Gatewood Elementary (4320 SW Myrtle), a community conversation about inclusive schools; and at 7 pm online, Highland Park Improvement Club has its next Town Hall; details are in this preview.

(Monday photo, South Seattle College Arboretum, by Jay Speidell)

Highlights for today/tonight, mostly from our Event Calendar, where you can get a preview days, weeks, even months ahead, and our West Seattle Holiday Guide:

DUWAMISH RIVER CLEANUP UPDATES: Online meeting starts at 10 am – connection info is here. All welcome.

POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: Long-distance advocacy via handwritten postcards sent to voters in other states – the work continues post-election – drop in 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all welcome.

ROTARY CLUB OF WEST SEATTLE: Lunch meeting at noon at West Seattle Golf Course (4470 35th SW). Today’s guest speaker is Southwest Precinct commander Capt. Krista Bair.

CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). All levels welcome. (Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.)

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING: An update on the school-closure plan is one of many items on the agenda for tonight’s 4:15 pm meeting at district HQ (3rd/Lander, SODO).

DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-7 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $10 fee, $5 off with bottle purchases.

DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Long-running weekly sign-waving demonstration on the corners at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t bring your own.

FOR FAMILIES WITH COMMUTER STUDENTS: The Vashon Island School District superintendent’s next Q&A visit to C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor) is tonight at 5:30 pm.

SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm tonight, play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).

FREE TRACK RUN: All runners welcome! Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for this free weekly run at 6:15 pm.

HOPE LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 6:30 pm at the Hope Lutheran School (WSB sponsor) main campus (4456 42nd SW).

TREES AND REZONING: As previewed here (with much discussion ensuing), 6:30 pm advocacy-group meeting to talk about this specific offshoot of the city’s new proposed zoning maps. All welcome. Meeting’s at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW)

WEST SEATTLE TOASTMASTERS 832: Work on speaking and leadership skills with this group, meeting online, 6:30 pm. Our calendar listing explains how to get the attendance link.

MAKE POTTERY: Weekly 6:30-9 pm “girls’ night” at pottery studio The Clay Cauldron (5214 Delridge Way SW), sign up in advance to work on your project(s).

(added) MORBIDLY CURIOUS BOOK CLUB: 7 pm:

The Morbidly Curious Book Club is having their November meeting at 7 p.m. at Easy Street Records.
We are discussing “Boys Enter The House” by David Nelson. Next month’s book is Out Cold by Philip Jaekl.

(4559 California SW)

BINGO AT THE SKYLARK: Play – free! Tuesday nights bring Belle of the Balls Bingo hosted by Cookie Couture, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIVIA X 5: Now there are five trivia options for Tuesday – new, 7 pm trivia at Future Primitive‘s Beer Bar on Alki (2536 Alki SW) … The Beer Junction (4711 California SW) has Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free and hosted by Beat the Geek Trivia; 7 pm at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle (6459 California SW), hosted by Geeks Who Drink; 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

PFLAG MEETING: 7:30 pm monthly gathering at Admiral Church (4320 SW Hill).

Planning an event? Tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar and/or Holiday Guide – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Snowy Olympics peeking through the morning murk, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Here’s the list for your Monday, from our WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

BABY STORY TIME: Noon at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW), for kids 0-2.

GET CRAFTY: 6-10 pm, Monday brings “Crafting and Creativity Night” at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW), info here.

D&D: Weekly D&D at 6:30 pm at Meeples Games (3727 California SW). All welcome, including first-time players.

LISTENING TO GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP: 6:30 pm evening group with Listening to Grief, preregistration required. (4034 California SW)

MONDAY NIGHT TRIVIA! Four places to play tonight – Sporcle Music Quiz at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), 6:30 and 7:30 pm … 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander); 7 and 8 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at Three 9 Lounge (4505 39th SW); 7:30 pm with QuizFix at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW)

MONDAY NIGHT LAUGHS: This month’s “Routine Killers” comedy show at Otter on the Rocks (4210 SW Admiral Way) features Tyler Boeh, 7 pm – tickets and info here.

MEDITATION IN FAUNTLEROY: You’re invited to free weekly Zen sitting/meditation in the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.

MEDITATION IN ALKI: The Alki Dharma Community also hosts Monday night meditation at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds), 7-8:30 pm.

MUSIC AT THE ALLEY: The Alley in back of Bonjour Vietnam is open – Monday nights, live music from The Westside Trio, 8 pm at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW), 21+, no cover.

SING! 9 pm is the start time for Monday night karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW).

If you have a West Seattle/White Center event to add to our calendar, please send the info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Leaf photographed by Mike Burns in the Alki area)

The almost-holiday-season weekend’s here! Here are highlights for today/tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and newly launched WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide (if we’re missing something of note, PLEASE let us know):

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR: Buy homemade! C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor) hosts its annual holiday arts and crafts fair, 8 am-2 pm.

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) at 8 am for the regular Saturday morning run.

SPORTS: West Seattle High School‘s volleyball team starts the day at 9 am, at Lakeside School, playing Bellevue in the district semifinals. A second match will follow in the pm, depending on how the first one turns out.

HEAVILY MEDITATED: Free community meditation, 9 am at Inner Alchemy’s home studio (3618 SW Alaska)

HIKE THE WEST DUWAMISH GREENBELT: Last free guided hike this season! Meet at 9:30 am in the south parking lot of Pathfinder K-8 (1901 SW Genesee).

BRIDGE COOPERATIVE ELEMENTARY OPEN HOUSE: Find out about Bridge Cooperative Elementary (WSB sponsor) at its open house this morning, 10 am-noon. (10030 28th SW)

(Photo by Manuel Valdes)

CLEAN UP LONGFELLOW CREEK: Help the creek’s struggling salmon – join this cleanup 10 am-noon; meet at Dragonfly Pavilion (off 28th SW south of SW Yancy)

THE MOUNT’S HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Second day for the bazaar and bake sale kicking off the holiday season at Providence Mount St. Vincent (4831 35th SW), 10 am-4 pm.

FAUNTLEROY CULVERTS INFO POP-UP: See the latest designs for the culvert project by visiting the Seattle Public Utilities team’s pop-up at 45th SW and SW Wildwood, 10 am-noon.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: You’re invited to join others for a walk in Lincoln Park (meet at 47th/Fauntleroy), 10 am.

SOUTHWEST SEATTLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING: 10 am at the Log House Museum (61st SW & SW Stevens), SWSHS members are invited to attend its annual meeting.

SSC GARDEN CENTER: Flowers are still blooming in some gardens, so keep working on yours! Student-grown plants await you at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus, 10 am-3 pm.

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am – “This is a free, weekly, in-person active writing group grounded in the Amherst Writers and Artists method. It is a safe, critique-free space. Writers of all levels welcome, 16 and up.” Our calendar listing has location and RSVP info.

CAPERS’ HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: 11 am-5 pm, first day of the holiday open house enticing you into CAPERS (4525 California SW; WSB sponsor), featuring holiday magic, refreshments, local artists, more.

GET YOUR GO BAG ON: 45 minutes with Alice Kuder at 11 am, and you’ll be ready for (almost) anything. RSVP for her free Ready Freddy Prep Party at West Seattle Coworking (9030 35th SW) by going here.

WEST SEATTLE NURSERY OPEN HOUSE: 11 am-2 pm, with presentations on topics from winter birds to living Christmas trees, plus free holiday dog pics! (5245 California SW)

WHITE CENTER LIBRARY GUILD BAZAAR & BOOK SALE: 11 am-4 pm, second day of the fundraising sale at White Center Library (1409 SW 107th).

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at 11 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: The home of West Seattle history is open for your visit, noon-4 pm – see the newest exhibit, about the West Duwamish Greenbelt! (61st/Stevens)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER OPEN: The center is also open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2236 SW Orchard)

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open – wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: The tasting room/wine bar is open 1-6 pm with student-produced wines and “affordable eats” at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

SUE TURNER MEMORIAL: 3 pm on the Sanislo Elementary (1812 SW Myrtle) playground, a gathering to remember beloved former PE teacher Sue Turner – details here.

RAT CITY BAZAAR: Combination art market and game tournament! 3-7 pm at Burger Planet (9614 14th SW).

SECOND ANNIVERSARY: That’s what jewelry store And Arlen (4130 California Ave SW) is celebrating tonight, 5-8 pm, with snacks, drinks, raffle prizes, and a gift with purchase.

ASTRA LUMINA: The illuminated walk at Seattle Chinese Garden on Puget Ridge continues. 5 pm and later entry times, tickets $29 and up. (6000 16th SW)

BEER CHURCH TURKEY BOWL: If you’re not already signed up to bowl, no worries, you can stop by, drink beer, donate food, cheer the bowlers, buy raffle tickets during this lively holiday-giving event, 5:30-8 pm at West Seattle Bowl (39th/Oregon).

VICIOUS KITTY AT EASY STREET: 7 pm, free in-store concert, all ages, celebrating Vicious Kitty‘s record release. (4559 California SW)

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: Roo Forrest & Friends, 7 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

ALL-AGES OPEN MIC: 7-10 pm at The Spot West Seattle (2920 SW Avalon Way)

AT THE SKYLARK: Noise Service, Last Minute Maybes, Nurse Ratchett, doors at 7, music at 8, $10. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

‘OPHELIA’ AT WSHS: Third night for the student production, 7:30 pm at the West Seattle High School theater (3000 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

AT KENYON HALL: Cartoon Mess Live! with Sawyer Best on the Mighty Wurlitzer. 7:30 pm; sold out, but you can watch from home! (7904 35th SW)

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, DJ Tomas. (4547 California SW)

JARAY’S DJ: 9 pm, DJ Buzsy at Jaray’s Lounge (2216 SW Orchard).

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: Saturday singing at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW), starting at 10 pm.

West Seattle event coming up? If the community’s welcome, your event is welcome to a spot on our calendar! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(This morning’s moonset, photographed by James Bratsanos)

Here’s what’s happening around West Seattle and vicinity today, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

THE MOUNT’S BAZAAR AND BAKE SALE: Holiday event at Providence Mount St. Vincent (4831 35th SW; WSB sponsor) – first day of the holiday bazaar and bake sale.

INDOOR PLAY: Need an indoor place for your little one to play? 10 am-11:30 am, you’re welcome to “Stay ‘n’ Play” at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd).

TIRE TURN-IN: Got old tires? Don’t let them sit around polluting – Puget SoundKeeper is sponsoring a tire turn-in event 10 am-3 pm today at 3446 Airport Way S.

SSC GARDEN CENTER: As we get further into fall, season-appropriate plants await you at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus, 10 am-3 pm.

WHITE CENTER LIBRARY GUILD BAZAAR: 11 am-4 pm at White Center Library (1409 SW 107th), the guild’s benefit holiday bazaar and book sale begins,

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history, noon-4 pm. (61st SW & SW Stevens)

QI GONG AT VIVA ARTS: 12:15 pm-12:45 pm Fridays. More info in our calendar listing. (4421 Fauntleroy Way SW)

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM: 1-6 pm, open in the north lot of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor).

VISCON CELLARS: Season’s just right for the ambience of this cozy tasting room/wine bar, open for wine by the glass or bottle – 5-9 pm – at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

WSHS PTSA FALL FUNDRAISER: 5-7 pm in the West Seattle High School Commons (3000 California SW), showcase of student talent and more!

MONTHLY GAME NIGHT: Spruce Hill Winery (WSB sponsor) presents a monthly game night at 2960 4th Ave. S. in nearby SODO, 6 pm – get your reservations!

SOUND BATH FOR THE FULL MOON: 6 pm with Inner Alchemy at 3618 SW Alaska – here’s how to register.

SONGWRITER INCUBATOR NIGHT: Monthly songwriters’ open mic at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), signups at 6, performances at 6:30.

THEATER AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 7 pm, staged reading of the play “Make Up” at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

AT THE SKYLARK: Doors 7 pm, music 8 pm at The Skylark for Fuzzy Math, Fruit Juice, TRANCES. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

AT THE SPOT: Fridays are Live Artist Showcase nights at The Spot West Seattle (2920 SW Avalon Way), 7-10 pm.

‘OPHELIA’ AT WSHS: Second night for the student production, 7:30 pm at the West Seattle High School theater (3000 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

MAKE IT LOUD: Tonight’s music at Southgate Roller Rink features: Tom Price Desert Classic, Student Nurse, Dead on Cue. $5 skates, $18 cover. 21+. (9646 17th SW)

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, DJ Peg tonight! (4547 California SW)

JARAY’S DJ: 9 pm, DJ Buzsy at Jaray’s Lounge (2216 SW Orchard).

Are we missing anything? If you have something else to add to our event lists and calendar, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

November’s second Thursday is here, and it’s West Seattle Art Walk night, featuring The Art of Music. First, here’s the list of who’s featuring art and/or food-and-drink specials tonight:

To browse the individual artists and venues you’ll find, check out this preview on the Art Walk website, spotlighting what’s happening tonight all over the peninsula. Also note there’s been a change in The Art of Music – no musician at The Beer Junction after all, but 6-7:45 pm, you’ll still find Nathan and Roz Duo at Soprano’s Antico Pizza & Pasta in the Admiral District, and Cyd Smith at Whisky West in Morgan Junction. Also:

BALLET DURING ART WALK: Dance! West Seattle is in the house at Alki Arts (6032 California SW) – details here.

CERAMICS SHOWCASE: Space Gallery (4801 Fauntleroy Way SW, enter off Edmunds) invites you to stop by and get acquainted while browsing their ceramic-art showcase tonight, 5-9 pm.

Here’s what else is happening tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Shop fall plants at the center, open Thursdays-Saturdays 10 am-3 pm, north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus. Annuals, perennials, sun, shade, natives, edibles, ground covers … wide variety!

DUCKS IN A ROW: Death happens to everyone eventually, so why not get your ducks in a row for end-of-life decisions? 1 pm today , it’s the second in this series as West Seattle (Admiral) Library offers a series of presentations, today focusing on estate planning,

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: All levels welcome to this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com for info on where they’re playing today.

STRONG BODIES, STRONG BONES: 2:30 pm yoga class at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon).

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: Every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s The Original Philly’s.

VISCON CELLARS: The West Seattle winery’s cozy tasting room/wine bar is open 5-9 pm, while participating in tonight’s Art Walk (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor). Stop in for wine by the glass or bottle!

UNDER-21 OPEN MIC AT THE SKYLARK: Mode Music Studios’ monthly open mic, signups at 5 pm, music at 6 pm, optional theme this month “Delicious Ditties.” (3803 Delridge Way SW)

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Meet at 6 pm at 47th/Fauntleroy for a group walk in Lincoln Park, continuing into the fall and winter after all – details in our calendar listing.

WORDS, WRITERS, SOUTHWEST STORIES: Get the story behind the grunge-themed coloring book “Color Me, I’m Sick” in this online event presented by the Southwest Seattle Historical Society, featuring the book’s author Bradi Jones and historian Peder Nelson, 6 pm. Our calendar listing includes the link you can use to register to get attendance info.

WESTIES RUN CLUB: The 6 pm weekly run is now departing from Future Primitive on Alki (2536 Alki SW).

ONLINE MEETING ABOUT SCHOOL CLOSURES: Seattle Public Schools plans an online info-meeting about proposed school closures including West Seattle’s Sanislo Elementary, 6:30 pm – find connection info here.

TEEN’S PACIFIC COAST TRAIL TALE: 6:30 pm at High Point Library, hear Julia’s story:

Julia, a West Seattle teen, completed the PCT, Pacific Crest Trail, thru hike this past summer. The PCT travels from the border of Mexico to the border of Canada. The total elevation gain for the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is approximately 489,000 feet (149,000 meters)123. The PCT is 2,650 miles long and crosses over 57 major mountain passes. It is estimated that hiking the PCT involves climbing the equivalent of Mount Everest more than 16 times. Julia will talk about her experience of the hike, we will share her favorite trail snacks, tea and water, and view some of her photos from the hike. This is a program for all ages.

(3411 SW Raymond)

HIGHLAND PARK RUN CLUB: 6:30 pm, meet at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) for a 3-mile run through the neighborhood. (Walking option, too!)

GRIEF-SUPPORT PEER GROUP: 6:30 pm with Listening to Grief, meeting at Counseling West Seattle (6957 California SW), preregistration required – info in our calendar listing.

GUIDED BREATHWORK JOURNEY: 6:30 pm in Morgan Junction, “explore your inner world through the transformative power of your breath” – register to get the location info.

LIVE AT EASY STREET: Gemini Affair live in-store at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), 7 pm, free, all ages, celebrating their vinyl & CD release.

OPEN MIC: Singers of all genres are welcome tonight at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), 7 pm.

TRIVIA: 7 pm at Burger Planet (9614 14th SW).

‘OPHELIA’ AT WSHS: Opening night for the student production, 7:30 pm at the West Seattle High School theater (3000 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

DJ NIGHT: The weekend starts early at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), with DJ Jenn Green starting at 8:30 pm.

Planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(‘Fungal bouquet’ photographed at Fauntleroy Park by Rosalie Miller)

Here’s today’s list of what’s happening, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more events than we spotlight in the list):

CITY COUNCIL TALKS BUDGET: As the budget-shaping process nears its end, councilmembers meet all day (meeting started at 9:30 am) to talk budget amendments – here’s the agenda; watch via Seattle Channel.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Meet at 47th/Fauntleroy at 10 am. Details in our calendar listing.

TODDLER READING TIME AT PAPER BOAT: 10:30 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

REJUVENATE YOGA: Weekly class at Viva Arts, 1:30 pm. (4421 Fauntleroy Way SW)

TODDLER STORY TIME: At Southwest Library, 3 pm, for kids ages 1-3. (9010 35th SW)

HOMEWORK HELP: 4-7:30 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), volunteers are there to help K-12 students with their homework.

FIX-IT WORKSHOP: Fix it, don’t toss it! Weekly event, free (donations appreciated), 5:30-7:30 pm at West Seattle Tool Library (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center).

CRIBBAGE NIGHT: Monthly event at West Seattle Eagles (4410 California SW), nonmembers welcome, all ages, come play cribbage!

TRIVIA x 4: Four trivia options tonight: At 6 pm, Locust Cider (2820 Alki SW) offers trivia … Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) hosts Wednesday-night trivia starting at 7:30 pm … Quiz Night begins at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW) … and at 8:30 pm, trivia with Phil T at Talarico’s (4718 California SW).

FREE GROUP RUN: All runners, all levels, are welcome to join the weekly West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) group run – meet at the shop by 6:15 pm.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOCOL: 6:30 pm. 21+. Rotating performer slate. (7902 35th SW)

POETRYBRIDGE: Monthly gathering at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor) to celebrate poets and poetry.

MUSIC BINGO X 2: One night, two games! Play at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm … At Three 9 Lounge (39th/Oregon), you can play MINGO music bingo, hosted by Mingo Maniac, at 7:30 pm Wednesdays.

KUNDALINI YOGA AND GONG BATH: 7 pm with Inner Alchemy at Move2Center (3618 SW Alaska), $35; ticket link is in our calendar listing.

SKYLARK OPEN MIC: Your turn in the spotlight! 7:30 pm signups for West Seattle’s longest-running open mic. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

Planning an open house, reading, tour, fundraiser, sale, discussion, show, meeting, presentation, etc., that’s open to the community? Please send us info so we can add it to West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar! westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Morning clouds, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Highlights for today/tonight, mostly from our Event Calendar, where you can get a preview days, weeks, even months ahead

POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: Long-distance advocacy via handwritten postcards sent to voters in other states – the work continues – drop in 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all welcome.

ROTARY CLUB OF WEST SEATTLE: Lunch meeting at noon at West Seattle Golf Course (4470 35th SW).

CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). All levels welcome. (Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.)

ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP: 4 pm, join the West Seattle Chamber of Commerce‘s quarterly cleanup. Meet at California/Charlestown.

CITY BUDGET HEARING: 5 pm in person at City Hall or online, your last major chance to speak out on what the city should or shouldn’t be spending money on these next two years. Our preview has participation information.

DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-7 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $10 fee, $5 off with bottle purchases.

DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Long-running weekly sign-waving demonstration on the corners at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t bring your own.

SANISLO ELEMENTARY CLOSURE INFO: 6 pm meeting at the school for families and staff, convened by Seattle Public Schools, as previewed here. (1912 SW Myrtle)

FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: Monthly board meeting, community welcome, as previewed here; 6 pm at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse (online option available), 9131 California SW.

SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm tonight, play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).

FREE TRACK RUN: All runners welcome! Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for this free weekly run at 6:15 pm.

HOPE LUTHERAN MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 6:30 pm at Hope Lutheran School North (4100 SW Genesee).

MAKE POTTERY: Weekly 6:30-9 pm “girls’ night” at pottery studio The Clay Cauldron (5214 Delridge Way SW), sign up in advance to work on your project(s).

ADMIRAL NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION: 7 pm general gathering at Admiral Church (4320 SW Hill), with guests including City Attorney Ann Davison, as previewed here.

FREE SWING-DANCE LESSON: Tonight at 7 pm at Center for Active Living, start learning swing dancing! (4217 SW Oregon).

BINGO AT THE SKYLARK: Play – free! Tuesday nights bring Belle of the Balls Bingo hosted by Cookie Couture, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIVIA X 5: Now there are five trivia options for Tuesday – new, 7 pm trivia at Future Primitive‘s Beer Bar on Alki (2536 Alki SW) … The Beer Junction (4711 California SW) has Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free and hosted by Beat the Geek Trivia; 7 pm at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle (6459 California SW), hosted by Geeks Who Drink; 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

Planning an event? Tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Two-plus weeks ago, we published a request from researchers studying how people might get around in case of catastrophe and inviting participation in a discussion. Today, they wanted to say thanks, and asked us to share this open note to the community:

From researchers Katherine Idziorek (University of North Carolina at Charlotte; formerly UW) and Chen Chen (Oklahoma State University): We wish to extend a sincere thank you to the greater West Seattle community for your interest in our ongoing study of micromobility and disasters. Thanks to the West Seattle Blog, we were able to find more participants for our focus groups than we could accommodate! We learned so much working with folks in the community and look forward to sharing our findings when this phase of our research is complete. We sincerely appreciate your interest and participation!

“Micromobility” is a reference to means of transportation such as bicycles and scooters.