West Seattle, Washington
27 Friday
(View from aboard a ferry leaving Vashon during Tuesday’s unsettled weather – photo by Colie Southerland)
Here’s what’s happening, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
WEST SEATTLE DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: 11 am online meeting – highlights and RSVP info are in our calendar listing.
WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: All levels welcome, weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayers@gmail.com to see where you’ll find them playing today.
SOUND TRANSIT BOARD: Noon-5 pm hybrid meeting – the agenda explains how you can comment/watch/attend online or at the board room downtown (401 S. Jackson). The “further studies” items for the West Seattle/Ballard light-rail extensions are back in the spotlight, though Ballard is expected to be the major topic.
RAPIDRIDE H LINE CONSTRUCTION QUESTIONS? Drop in online 5-6 pm to ask the team. Here’s the video link (meeting ID: 228 271 1759) and the phone # (253-215-8782)
THURSDAY FOOD-TRUCK POP-UP: 4-8 pm at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW), the Tabassum savory-pies truck will be visiting.
HIGHLAND PARK RUN CLUB: Also at HP Corner Store, meet up at 6:30 pm Thursdays for a ~3-mile run.
(Photo courtesy Otter on the Rocks)
BETTY ON PIANO: 6:30 pm, Otter on the Rocks (4210 SW Admiral Way) welcomes back their “beloved 89-year-old pianist” for the “first time back in a number of months.”
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: The one-woman play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) has another bonus performance, 7:30 pm. Get your ticket(s) here.
If you have something to add to our calendar, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
Thanks to Jerry Simmons for the photo of an Anna’s Hummingbird in this morning’s dusting of snow. Here’s what’s happening in the non-snowy hours ahead, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
AMERICAN MAHJONG: 1-3 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon): “Stimulate your brain by playing this ancient Chinese tile game that is similar to the card game Rummy. Meet new people and have fun. All levels of players are welcome.”
GETTING READY FOR KINDERGARTEN: If you have a 3-to-5-year-old, don’t miss this online discussion co-presented by the Greater Seattle YMCA (parent of WSB sponsor West Seattle YMCA), 2 pm, free. Registration/participation link is in our calendar listing.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
TRIVIA x 6: At 6 pm, Locust Cider (2820 Alki SW) now offers trivia … at 7 pm, you can play trivia at the West Seattle Brewing Mothership (4415 Fauntleroy Way SW); Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) hosts Wednesday-night trivia starting at 7:30 pm; there’s 7:30 and 8:30 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska); trivia starts at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW); at 8:30 pm, trivia at Talarico’s (4718 California SW) with Phil T.
LIVE AT EPHESUS: Kimball & The Fugitive Trio now plays Ephesus Greek Restaurant (5245 California SW), 6:30 pm Wednesdays.
GET TOGETHER WITH HPAC: If you live, work, play, study, shop, etc. in Highland Park, Riverview, and/or South Delridge, HPAC is your community coalition, and tonight’s their monthly meeting, 7 pm. As previewed here, the South Delridge Action Plan is a spotlight topic. Go here for the link/number to be part of tonight’s meeting.
MUSIC BINGO: Play weekly at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm.
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: First of three added performances following last weekend’s cancellations – 7:30 pm at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor). Get tickets here.
SKYLARK OPEN MIC: Time for you to shine! 7:30 pm signups @ West Seattle’s longest-running open mic – no cover to watch. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
Planning an event – meeting, performance, reading, tour, fundraiser, or … – that could be featured on West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar? Tell us about it! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Ring-necked Duck at Seola Pond, photographed by Cindy Roberts)
Here’s what’s happening today/tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
METRO BRIEFING: As mentioned in our morning traffic updates, a County Council committee is hearing a status update on Metro service this morning, and it’s still ahead as of when we’re publishing this – if interested, watch live here.
POSTCARDS TO VOTERS: Long-distance political-advocacy group meets at 10:30 am at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).
STATE OF THE CITY: Watch Mayor Bruce Harrell present this annual update, noon via Seattle Channel.
CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon): “Are you looking for a new activity to keep your brain sharp and clear? The Senior Center Chess Club welcomes both novice and experienced players. Join us at 1:30 p.m. for lessons, short tutorials and chess for all levels of expertise. For more information, contact Conwell: conwell@conwelld.net.”
CITY COUNCIL: 2 pm this afternoon, it’s the full council’s weekly meeting, online or at City Hall (600 4th Ave.). See the agenda here; the meeting is also viewable via Seattle Channel.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Long-running weekly sign-waving demonstration at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t have your own.
SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm, you can play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).
STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: The West Seattle High School girls’ “opening round” game is at WSHS tonight, 7 pm, vs. Central Kitsap. Ticket info here. (3000 California SW)
UNPLUGGED – A MUSICAL GATHERING: 7 pm, acoustic musicians/singers of all genres are welcome at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).
OPEN MIC: 7 pm at Otter on the Rocks (4210 SW Admiral Way), hosted by Michael Pearsall.
TRIVIA X 3: Three places where you can play Tuesday nights – 7 pm at Ounces (3809 Delridge Way SW), 7 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW), 7:30 and 8:30 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska).
BELLE OF THE BALLS BINGO: Play bingo with Cookie Couture at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), 8 pm. Free, all ages!
You can always see the future via our event calendar – if you have something to include on it, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
Jesse hopes to get these postcards to their rightful recipients:
We got these postcards a few days ago from Andrew addressed to Mary Kay and Mat, and Mom and Dad. There’s no one here in the building by that name, so I figured I would reach out to see if any of the blog readers might know where these go.
The Antarctic trip looks amazing, and wouldn’t want Andrew’s parents to miss out on their postcards!
The erroneous address was on California SW north of The Junction, so maybe the correct one isn’t far. If these were for you, email us at westseattleblog@gmail.com and we’ll connect you.
(Luna/Anchor Park, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)
Here’s what’s happening on day two of this three-day Presidents Day weekend:
ONLINE RELIGIOUS SERVICES: We’re continuing to update these – see today’s lineup here.
ANIMATED CAFE STORY TIME: 9:30 am in the building next to the coffee stand’s lot at 4518 Fauntleroy Way SW. Sign up in advance here.
WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm, the market offers winter produce as well as flowers, cheese, fish, meat, baked goods, condiments, fresh-cooked food, beverages (from kombucha to beer/wine), nuts, more. Here’s today’s vendor list. (California SW between Oregon and Alaska)
MOUNTAIN TO SOUND OUTFITTERS SALE: The Presidents Day Weekend Sale is on at Mountain to Sound Outfitters (WSB sponsor) – get gear and apparel for snow sports, with lots of time left in this year’s season – some items up to 40 percent off! Open 10 am-5 pm today. (3602 SW Alaska)
DONATION DRIVE: Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds) is hoping you can donate to today’s drive – drop off items in the front courtyard, 11 am-3 pm:
The pantry is bare! There is a critical need for donations of non-perishable food for our unsheltered neighbors.
Donations of food, clothing, and outdoor gear are distributed through the Westside Interfaith Network (WIN) Saturday lunch, hosted in White Center.
ART POP-UP: Danish artist Bjoern T.M. Larsen‘s pop-up shop in the Senior Center of West Seattle corner space (California/Oregon) is oen 11 am-5 pm.
‘FAT SUNDAY’ PARTY: Free music and food – Mardi Gras-style – at Admiral Church (4320 SW Hill), and everyone’s invited, starting at noon; details in our calendar listing.
FIXTURE/FURNITURE SALE: From the inbox: “Doll Parts Collective (newly relocated to 4832 California SW) is having a fixture/furniture sale at their old location (4448 California SW) today 2/19 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. They have furniture, clothing racks, small display items, and some deeply discounted home goods; even a few free items. Need a piano, anyone? Things are priced to sell! Also, in case you missed it, they’re now open at their new spot seven days a week, 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.”
‘SMOOCH A POOCH’: Adoptable dogs at a fundraiser for Beloveds 3-6 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW).
NEED FOOD? White Center Community Dinner Church serves a free meal (take-away available) at 5 pm Sundays at the Salvation Army Center in South Delridge (9050 16th SW).
YOGA, MEDITATION, GONG BATH: Presented by Inner Alchemy 7 pm at Move2Center (3618 SW Alaska), $35.
SUNDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (4509 California SW), 8 pm and 9 pm sets.
LATIN SUNDAYS: DJ at The Benbow Room (4210 SW Admiral Way), starting at 9 pm.
SUNDAY NIGHT KARAOKE: 9 pm to 1:30 am at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).
Have an event to add to our calendar? Please email westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Puddle-jumping at Alki Promenade – photo by Dave L., leaping by Carol L.)
The three-day Presidents Day weekend has begun, and we have a vast variety of options for your Saturday:
SATURDAY MORNING ULTIMATE: 8 am at West Seattle Stadium (4432 35th SW), just show up to throw with the West Seattle Ultimate Frisbee Family.
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT: Drop in for birdwatching at Camp Long (5200 35th SW), 10-11:30 am – free, no RSVP required.
MOUNTAIN TO SOUND OUTFITTERS SALE: The Presidents Day Weekend Sale is on at Mountain to Sound Outfitters (WSB sponsor) – get gear and apparel for snow sports, with lots of time left in this year’s season – some items up to 40 percent off! Open 10 am-5 pm today. (3602 SW Alaska)
SEATTLE CHINESE GARDEN: 10 am-5 pm, the garden’s centerpiece courtyard is open, while the rest of the garden’s grounds are accessible dawn to dusk. More info here. (5640 16th SW)
GRIEFSHARE RECOVERY GROUP: Continuing at 10:30 am today, “Grace Church will host a 13-week GriefShare recovery support group for those who have lost a loved one by death. There is a one-time charge of $20 for the GriefShare journal.” Meeting in the church basement. (10323 28th SW)
MORNING MUSIC: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Find out about Marco’s music here.
FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am in West Seattle, registration required – see full details in our calendar listing.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH FAMILY READING TIME: In partnership with Explorer West Middle School, 11 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW) – details in our calendar listing.
DICK’S DRIVE-IN TRUCK: Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) is hosting the Dick’s Drive-In burgers-and-shakes food truck 11 am-2 pm today.
VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: The center is open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2234 SW Orchard)
LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history is noon-4 pm Saturdays. (3003 61st SW)
VISCON CELLARS: 1-6 pm, the doors are open for your visit to the tasting room at Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) – selling wine by the glass or bottle. Learn about their wines here! (5910 California SW)
NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY: At the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus, NWA is open for tasting 1-6 pm today.
BASKETBALL: West Seattle High School boys and girls teams both have district-tournament games at Bellevue College (3000 Landerholm Circle SE) this afternoon, boys at 3 pm vs. Rainier Beach, girls at 4:45 pm vs. Eastside Catholic.
IN-STORE AT EASY STREET RECORDS: Midnight Marauders EP release show, 6:30 pm at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW). Free, all ages.
EVENING MUSIC AT C & P COFFEE: 7-9 pm, Roo Forrest and Friends perform at C & P Coffee Company (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all ages, no cover.
(canceled) ‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: This solo show at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) has its second-to-last performance tonight, 7:30 pm: “Created from verbatim accounts of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic by the Seattle nurses who were there, “An Endless Shift” is a tribute to the everyday heroes who were confronted with what would become the longest shift of their lives.” Get your ticket(s) here.
NIGHTTIME LOW-TIDE BEACH WALK: Find Seattle Aquarium beach naturalists at Constellation Park (63rd and Beach Drive), 8-10 pm. (Tide’s out to -2.5 feet at 9:30 pm.)
OUT AT THE BOX: “An evening of drag and laughs” at Box Bar (5401 California SW), 9:30 pm. No cover.
If you have a show, event, meeting, seminar, field trip, fundraiser, class, game, or ? for our calendar … please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Viburnum at Jack Block Park, photo by Ann Anderson, who says it’s a “natural food source for wintering Anna’s Hummingbirds and certain pollinators”)
Here’s what’s happening for the rest of your Friday!
BEVERAGE FUNDRAISER: All day at Hotwire Coffee (4410 California SW), mention the Genesee Hill Elementary PTA and part of your beverage purchase will be donated. Open until 5 pm.
MOUNTAIN TO SOUND OUTFITTERS SALE: The Presidents Day Weekend Sale is on at Mountain to Sound Outfitters (WSB sponsor) – get gear and apparel for snow sports, with lots of time left in this year’s season – some items up to 40 percent off! Open until 7 pm. (3602 SW Alaska)
DAY OF REMEMBRANCE: Seattle Colleges‘ annual event is on Capitol Hill this year but you can attend online – our calendar listing explains how.
SCRABBLE CLUB: Come play 12:30-1:30 pm at Margie’s Café in the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon).
NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY: Tasting room on the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus is open 1-6 pm Fridays (and Saturdays).
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT: First of two free Seattle Parks drop-in events – Westcrest Park (9000 8th SW), 3-4:30 pm. Our calendar listing explains where to meet up,
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
AFTER-SCHOOL MAGIC LEAGUE: Weekly 4-6 pm event for 12+, $5 per player – learn about and play “Magic: the Gathering” at Meeples Games (3727 California SW)
CAKE POP-UP: Lovely and Dapper Desserts is at The Nook (2206 California SW) tonight, 5-10 pm.
SINGER-SONGWRITER OPEN MIC: Second month of the new monthly open mic at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW). Signups start at 6, music at 6:30, free, all ages.
WEST SEATTLE TIMEBANK: Online meeting with a guest speaker talking about “mystery shopping,” 6:30 pm. Our calendar listing explains how to RSVP for attendance link.
BASKETBALL: Both West Seattle High School teams have must-win district-tournament games tonight at Bellevue College (3000 Landerholm Circle SE) – the boys vs. Liberty at 6:30 pm, the girls vs. Holy Names at 8 pm.
LIVE AT C & P: Dublin Abbey at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor) with folk-rock, 7-9 pm. No cover!
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: Third week at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) continues its final week tonight, 7:30 pm. Get your ticket(s) here.
AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm live music, with The Mrs. Bill Larsons, Student Nurse, Charlie Churchill and the Heathens. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
Something to add to our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Photo by Rosalie Miller – underside of Fauntleroy Park leaf with map fungus; click here to see topside)
From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, here’s what’s ahead for the rest of today/tonight:
BLACK HISTORY MONTH PRESENTATION: 1 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon), Carol-Ann Sharp Thornton tells her story as “A Child of Color Reflecting on West Seattle History.” Our calendar listing explains how to RSVP.
WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: All levels welcome, weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayers@gmail.com to see where you’ll find them playing today.
THURSDAY FOOD-TRUCK POP-UP: 4-8 pm at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW), the Zaytoona Mediterranean-food truck will be visiting.
HIGHLAND PARK RUN CLUB: Also at HP Corner Store, meet up at 6:30 pm Thursdays for a ~3-mile run.
MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE @ PATHFINDER K-8: Prospective middle-school families are invited to visit Pathfinder K-8 at 5:45 pm today. (1901 SW Genesee)
SW PRECINCT CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL: Hear from and talk with police, plus special guest Tom Van Bronkhorst from the city Unified Care Team to talk about the 1st Avenue South encampment, 7 pm at the Southwest Precinct (2300 SW Webster), in-person or online (see our calendar listing for video/phone attendance info).
ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: 7 pm in-person at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds) and online (info here), with guests invited from SPD and Parks.
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: The one-woman play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) is in its its final week, 7:30 pm. Get your ticket(s) here.
If you have something to add to our calendar, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Tuesday sunrise glow, photographed by Marc Milrod)
Here’s what’s happening in the hours ahead, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
AMERICAN MAHJONG: 1-3 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon): “Stimulate your brain by playing this ancient Chinese tile game that is similar to the card game Rummy. Meet new people and have fun. All levels of players are welcome.”
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
LACROSSE PRACTICES BEGIN: Southwest Lacrosse Club Titans boys teams 3rd grade and up start practices tonight – info here.
HSA SELECT BOYS’ SOCCER TRYOUTS: Tonight and tomorrow at Delridge Playfield (4458 Delridge Way SW):
Players should plan to attend both days of tryouts.
U16 (Birth Year 2008) Day 1: Feb 15, Wed, 6-7:30pm
U17 (Birth Year 2007) Day 1: Feb 15, Wed, 7:30-9pm
U19 (Birth Year 2005/06) Day 1: Feb 15, Wed, 7:30-9pmRegister HERE. Please review Tryout Page to prepare for tryouts.
TRIVIA x 6: At 6 pm, Locust Cider (2820 Alki SW) now offers trivia … at 7 pm, you can play trivia at the West Seattle Brewing Mothership (4415 Fauntleroy Way SW); Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) hosts Wednesday-night trivia starting at 7:30 pm; there’s 7:30 and 8:30 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska); trivia starts at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW); at 8:30 pm, trivia at Talarico’s (4718 California SW) with Phil T.
LIVE AT OTTER ON THE ROCKS: It’s Jazz Night, starting at 6:30 pm. (4210 SW Admiral Way)
CHURCH CELEBRATION: The Rev. Canon Elise B. Johnstone becomes rector of St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church (3050 California SW) in a ceremony tonight; community members welcome.
LIVE AT EPHESUS: Kimball & The Fugitive Trio now plays Ephesus Greek Restaurant (5245 California SW), 6:30 pm Wednesdays.
LIVE AT LOCOL: Locöl (7902 35th SW) spotlights live music 6:30-8:30 pm Wednesdays, no cover, 21+, rotating artists.
MUSIC BINGO: Play weekly at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm.
SKYLARK OPEN MIC: Time for you to shine! 7:30 pm signups @ West Seattle’s longest-running open mic – no cover to watch. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
Planning an event – meeting, performance, reading, tour, fundraiser, or … – that could be featured on West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar? Tell us about it! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Photo by Ann Anderson)
Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s what’s happening in the hours ahead:
VOTING DEADLINE FOR 2 ELECTIONS: Tonight’s when votes have to be in for the special election for Seattle I-135 and the online election for King Conservation District Supervisor – info’s in our Sunday reminder.
GOLF COURSE OPENING LATE: Per Seattle Parks – “between 10 am and noon.”
POSTCARDS TO VOTERS: Long-distance political-advocacy group meets at 10:30 am at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).
PORT COMMISSION: Seattle Port Commissioners meet at noon today – you can participate online or in person at Port HQ on the downtown waterfront; info and agenda link here.
CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon): “Are you looking for a new activity to keep your brain sharp and clear? The Senior Center Chess Club welcomes both novice and experienced players. Join us at 1:30 p.m. for lessons, short tutorials and chess for all levels of expertise. For more information, contact Conwell: conwell@conwelld.net.”
VALENTINE’S VISIT: Stop by HomeStreet Bank (4022 SW Alaska; WSB sponsor) 2-4 pm for sweet treats and (while supplies last) a long-stemmed rose.
CITY COUNCIL: 2 pm this afternoon, it’s the full council’s weekly meeting, online or at City Hall (600 4th Ave.). See the agenda here; the meeting is also viewable via Seattle Channel.
DONUT FUNDRAISER: If you didn’t pre-order for the Madison Middle School PTSA Krispy Kreme donut fundraiser, they’re expecting to have some availability for walk-up purchases (cash or PayPal), 3:30-4:30 pm outside the school at 3429 45th SW.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
VALENTINE’S DAY WITH ELVIS: Bret Wiggins channels The King at 4 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon) – check to see if there’s still room!
DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Long-running weekly sign-waving demonstration at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t have your own.
SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm, you can play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).
SING! The Boeing Employees’ Choir (you do NOT have to be a Boeing employee) is having another open rehearsal at 6:30 pm, American Legion Post 160 (3618 SW Alaska) – if you’re interested in trying out, contact info is in our calendar listing.
FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: Board meeting at 7 pm, community members welcome – in-person at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse (9131 California SW) or online (register via FCA website),
TRIVIA X 3: Three places where you can play Tuesday nights – 7 pm at Ounces (3809 Delridge Way SW), 7 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW), 7:30 and 8:30 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska).
BELLE OF THE BALLS BINGO: Play bingo with Cookie Couture at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), 8 pm. Free, all ages!
You can always see the future via our event calendar – if you have something to include on it, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Rednecked Grebe in breeding plumage, photographed off Duwamish Head on Sunday morning by Matt Olson)
Here are eight highlights for today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
MONDAY MOVIE: 1 pm at Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon), “Terry’s Greatest Movies You’ve Never Heard Of,” today featuring “The Black Cat.” Free popcorn! Advance registration required – our calendar listing explains how.
ONLINE PERSONAL SAFETY CLASS: 2 pm, learn “proactive tips and steps you can take to enhance your personal safety, taught by Seattle police officers and employees.” Our calendar listing includes the registration link.
CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING MEETING: 2 pm, councilmembers preview the week ahead (here’s the agenda) and get another briefing on the ongoing State Legislature session. You can watch online or on cable via Seattle Channel.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Free Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
CRAFTING AND CREATIVITY NIGHT: 6-10 pm at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW), info here.
D&D: Open D&D starts at 6:30 pm at Meeples Games (3727 California SW), all welcome, even first-time players. $5.
MEDITATION: Free weekly Zen sitting/meditation event at the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.
PLAY TRIVIA! Three scheduled options tonight for trivia players – 7 and 8 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at Three 9 Lounge (4505 39th SW); 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7:30 pm at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW)
Have a West Seattle/White Center event for our calendar ? Please send info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Photo by Emily Carlston)
From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and our inbox, here are some possibilities for your Sunday:
ONLINE RELIGIOUS SERVICES: We’re continuing to list these – see today’s lineup here.
ANIMATED CAFE STORY TIME: 9:30 am in the building next to the coffee stand’s lot at 4518 Fauntleroy Way SW. Sign up in advance here.
WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm, the market offers winter produce as well as flowers, cheese, fish, meat, baked goods, condiments, fresh-cooked food, beverages (from kombucha to beer/wine), nuts, more. Here’s today’s vendor list. (California SW between Oregon and Alaska)
YOUTH SOFTBALL CLINIC: Registered West Seattle Little League softball players are invited to this 10 am clinic at the upper fields of Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle).
PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Westside Wonderspace nature preschool invites prospective families to an open house today, 11 am-1 pm. (7018 14th SW)
SUPER BOWL SUNDAY: Lots of places to watch. One is the Benbow Room (4210 SW Admiral Way), opening early, at 11 am. Also note that some places close if they’re not obvious game-watching venues – so check directly before going.
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: Matinee at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor), 3 pm performance of “An Endless Shift,” described as: “Created from verbatim accounts of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic by the Seattle nurses who were there.” Get your ticket(s) here.
NEED FOOD? White Center Community Dinner Church serves a free meal (take-away available) at 5 pm Sundays at the Salvation Army Center in South Delridge (9050 16th SW).
LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: Princess Pulpit (4 West Seattle teens) and School of Rock West Seattle House Band, live at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), 5:30 pm doors, 6:30 pm music, $10 cash at the door, all ages.
YOGA, MEDITATION, GONG BATH: Presented by Inner Alchemy 7 pm at Move2Center (3618 SW Alaska), $35.
SUNDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (4509 California SW), 8 pm and 9 pm sets.
SUNDAY NIGHT KARAOKE: 9 pm to 1:30 am at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).
Have an event to add to our calendar? Please email westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Driftwood logs at Lincoln Park)
February’s second weekend has begun, and we have some options for you today/tonight:
SATURDAY MORNING ULTIMATE: 8 am at West Seattle Stadium (4432 35th SW), just show up to throw with the West Seattle Ultimate Frisbee Family.
SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC: Softball players registered with West Seattle Little League are welcome at today’s clinic at the Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex fields (2801 SW Thistle), 9-10 am rookies/minors, 10:30-11:30 am majors/juniors. More info in our calendar listing.
POTTERY SALE: 10 am-3 pm today. (4111 47th SW)
SEATTLE CHINESE GARDEN: 10 am-5 pm, the garden’s centerpiece courtyard is open, while the rest of the garden’s grounds are accessible dawn to dusk. More info here. (5640 16th SW)
GRIEFSHARE RECOVERY GROUP: Continuing at 10:30 am today, “Grace Church will host a 13-week GriefShare recovery support group for those who have lost a loved one by death. There is a one-time charge of $20 for the GriefShare journal.” Meeting in the church basement. (10323 28th SW)
MORNING MUSIC: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Find out about Marco’s music here.
FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am in West Seattle, registration required – see full details in our calendar listing.
VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: The center is open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2234 SW Orchard)
LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history is noon-4 pm Saturdays. (3003 61st SW)
VISCON CELLARS: 1-6 pm, the doors are open to the tasting room at Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) – selling wine by the glass or bottle. Learn about their wines here! (5910 California SW)
NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY: You can visit the tasting room on the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus 1-6 pm today.
‘THE CLAW’ AT ALKI ELEMENTARY: The 1 pm and 6:30 pm performances of the Alki Elementary production are officially sold out, but a “limited number of walk-up tickets” is noted on the website. (3010 59th SW)
AT C & P: Live music with Levi Said, 5-7 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).
BASKETBALL: West Seattle High School boys’ district-tournament game vs. Mercer Island, 7 pm at WSHS (3000 California SW). Get tickets online here.
THE BYRD ENSEMBLE: Choral concert by this acclaimed professional vocal ensemble, 7:30 pm at Holy Rosary (4139 42nd SW). Get your ticket(s) here; use WSBLOG30 code for 30% discount.
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: This solo show at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) continues tonight, 7:30 pm: “Created from verbatim accounts of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic by the Seattle nurses who were there, “An Endless Shift” is a tribute to the everyday heroes who were confronted with what would become the longest shift of their lives.” Get your ticket(s) here.
AT THE SKYLARK: 7 pm doors, 8 pm show at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), with Glass Beaches, Fairground, De-Esser, Rainezra.
If you have a show, event, meeting, seminar, field trip, fundraiser, or ? for our calendar … please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Great Blue Heron, photographed by Jerry Simmons)
Here’s what’s happening for the rest of your Friday!
SCRABBLE CLUB: Come play 12:30-1:30 pm at Margie’s Café in the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon).
BOOK CLUB FOR ADVENTUROUS READERS: 1:30-2:30 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon).
NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY: Tasting room on the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus is open 1-6 pm Fridays (and Saturdays).
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
DIAMOND STUD PARTY: 4-7 pm. RSVP to Lauren’s Jewelry Store (local independent small business and WSB sponsor) in Westwood Village to attend! For other shopping at the store beyond diamond studs of all sizes, Lauren notes, “Popular items: New diamond flexi tennis bracelets of all carat weights. Great gift options $300 and under.”
AFTER-SCHOOL MAGIC LEAGUE: Weekly 4-6 pm event for 12+, $5 per player – learn about and play “Magic: the Gathering” at Meeples Games (3727 California SW)
SPAGHETTI DINNER: Join the West Seattle High School Key Club for spaghetti and fun tonight, 6-8 pm – info (including ticket details) here. Enter through the school’s north entrance. (3000 California SW)
DRAG SHOW AT KENYON HALL: 7 pm all-ages show – the first Kenyon Hall Cabaret (7904 35th SW). Before the show at 6 pm, 21+ people are invited to a cocktail party to meet the queens next door at Locol (7902 35th SW).
LIVE AT C & P: Songwriters’ Showcase at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor) 7-9 pm. No cover!
AUTHOR READING: As noted here, West Seattle writer Ari B. Cofer has published a new book, “Unfold.” Tonight Ari reads at Elliott Bay Book Company on Capitol Hill, 7 pm. (1521 10th Ave.)
LAUGH UNTIL YOU DIE: Play Mafia with comedians at Meeples Games (3727 California SW), 7 pm. Costumeds encouraged! Tickets still available when we checked just before publishing today’s list.
AT THE SKYLARK: 7 pm, 21+ show, with Man Plus, Dopatonin, i-90 Fiasco. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: Third week at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) continues tonight, 7:30 pm. Get your ticket(s) here.
Something to add to our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Sunrise photo by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)
From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, here’s what’s ahead for the rest of today/tonight:
MIDDLE SCHOOL TOUR @ LOUISA BOREN STEM K-8: Prospective middle-school parents are invited to visit at 10:30 am today. (5950 Delridge Way SW)
LIGHT-RAIL BRIEFING: 1-5 pm, the Sound Transit System Expansion Committee meets – at Union Station (401 S. Jackson) and online – with the agenda centered on a briefing about the West Seattle/Ballard light-rail project’s “further studies” items, including three in West Seattle, as previewed here. (And here’s how to comment.)
WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: All levels welcome, weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayers@gmail.com to see where you’ll find them playing today.
THURSDAY FOOD-TRUCK POP-UP: 4-8 pm at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW), the Born-n-Braised food truck will be visiting.
HIGHLAND PARK RUN CLUB: Also at HP Corner Store, meet up at 6:30 pm Thursdays for a ~3-mile run.
WEST SEATTLE ART WALK: Explore tonight’s venues pre-Valentine’s Day by playing (He)Art Bingo and enjoying artist receptions and food/drink specials, 5 pm “until late.” Find the venue list and other info in our preview; the full lineup is on the Art Walk website.
UNDER-21 OPEN MIC: 5 pm signups, 6 pm music at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), as Mode Music Studios (WSB sponsor) presents the monthly under-21 open mic – more info here!
BASKETBALL: The Metro League tournament continues tonight with a boys’ game, West Seattle HS vs, Seattle Prep at Chief Sealth IHS, 5:30 pm. (2600 SW Thistle)
CHIEF SEALTH IHS OPEN HOUSE: 6-8 pm, prospective students and families are invited to tour Chief Sealth International High School and meet the staff. Food provided, too. (2600 SW Thistle)
WORDS, WRITERS, SOUTHWEST STORIES: 6 pm online, learn about the “Lost Roadhouses of Seattle” with author Pete Blecha. Our calendar listing includes the registration link.
BETTER RUNNING PERFORMANCE … with infrared saunas! Learn about it during a presentation at West Seattle Runner (2749 California SW; WSB sponsor), 6:30 pm.
COFFEEHOUSE OPEN MIC: Musicians of all genres, including singers, are welcome at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm.
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: The one-woman play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) continues tonight, 7:30 pm. Get your ticket(s) here.
If you have something to add to our calendar, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Varied Thrush, photographed by Jon Anderson)
Here’s what’s happening around the peninsula in the hours ahead, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
TRANSIT PASS DISTRIBUTION: Distribution of free transit passes for Seattle Housing Authority residents continues, with events today and tomorrow at Upton Flats (35th/Graham), 2-6:30 pm – if you’re eligible, here’s the info.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY BOARD: This citywide group meets at 6 pm online (join here) and at City Hall (600 4th Ave.) with an agenda including a presentation about crosswalk policy.
TRIVIA x 6: At 6 pm, Locust Cider (2820 Alki SW) now offers trivia … at 7 pm, you can play trivia at the West Seattle Brewing Mothership (4415 Fauntleroy Way SW); Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) hosts Wednesday-night trivia starting at 7:30 pm; there’s 7:30 and 8:30 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska); trivia starts at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW); at 8:30 pm, trivia at Talarico’s (4718 California SW) with Phil T.
SPORTS-MEDICINE TALK & HOKA GROUP RUN: 6 pm at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor), Mark Bouma from Lake Washington Physical Therapy-West Seattle (WSB sponsor) presents a talk on “Cadence for Runners”; then this week’s group run offers a shoe demo with HOKA and, afterward, a gathering at nearby Good Society.
34TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS: This month’s meeting begins with a Black History Month program at 6:30 pm, followed by the business meeting at 7:30 pm. Here’s the agenda. Online meeting – registration link is here.
LIVE AT EPHESUS: Kimball & The Fugitive Trio now plays Ephesus Greek Restaurant (5245 California SW), 6:30 pm Wednesdays.
LIVE AT LOCOL: Locöl (7902 35th SW) spotlights live music 6:30-8:30 pm Wednesdays, no cover, 21+, rotating artists.
MUSIC BINGO: Play weekly at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm.
SKYLARK OPEN MIC: Time for your turn in the spotlight! 7:30 pm signups @ West Seattle’s longest-running open mic – no cover to watch. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
Planning an event – meeting, performance, reading, tour, or … – that could be featured on West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar? Tell us about it! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Steller’s Jay and paperbark maple, photographed by Jerry Simmons)
Here’s the list of options for the rest of your Tuesday, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
POSTCARDS TO VOTERS: Long-distance political-advocacy group meets at 10:30 am at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).
TERMINAL 5 PROGRESS REPORT: During the 11:30 am meeting of the Northwest Seaport Alliance‘s managing members, this is a major agenda item. You can watch online or attend at SEA Airport – info’s in our calendar listing and preview.
CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon): “Are you looking for a new activity to keep your brain sharp and clear? The Senior Center Chess Club welcomes both novice and experienced players. Join us at 1:30 p.m. for lessons, short tutorials and chess for all levels of expertise. For more information, contact Conwell: conwell@conwelld.net.”
CITY COUNCIL: 2 pm this afternoon, it’s the full council’s weekly meeting, online or at City Hall (600 4th Ave.). See the agenda here; the meeting is also viewable via Seattle Channel.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Longrunning weekly sign-waving demonstration at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t have your own.
SCRABBLE NIGHT: 6-10 pm, you can play Scrabble at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW).
SING! The Boeing Employees’ Choir (you do NOT have to be a Boeing employee) is having another open rehearsal at 6:30 pm, American Legion Post 160 (3618 SW Alaska) – if you’re interested in trying out, contact info is in our calendar listing.
TRIVIA X 3: Three places where you can play Tuesday nights – 7 pm at Ounces (3809 Delridge Way SW), 7 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW), 7:30 and 8:30 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska).
BELLE OF THE BALLS BINGO: Play bingo with Cookie Couture at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), 8 pm. Free, all ages!
You can always see the future via our event calendar – if you have something to include on it, please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Photo by Merry Nye)
From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, here’s today’s highlight list!
MONDAY MOVIE: 1 pm at Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon), “Terry’s Greatest Movies You’ve Never Heard Of,” today featuring “A Stolen Life.” Free popcorn! Advance registration required – our calendar listing explains how.
CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING MEETING: 2 pm, councilmembers preview the week ahead (here’s the agenda) and get a briefing on the State Legislature session. You can watch online or on cable via Seattle Channel.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Second week for the new free Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, begins today, 3:30-5 pm.
CRAFTING AND CREATIVITY NIGHT: 6-10 pm at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW), explained here.
MEDITATION: Free weekly Zen sitting/meditation event at the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.
PLAY TRIVIA! Three scheduled options tonight for trivia players – 7 and 8 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at Three 9 Lounge (4505 39th SW); 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7:30 pm at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW)
Have a West Seattle/White Center event for our calendar ? Please send info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Great Blue Heron, photographed by Tom Trulin)
From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, here are some possibilities for your Sunday:
ONLINE RELIGIOUS SERVICES: We’re continuing to list these – see today’s lineup here.
COMMUNITY CLEANUP: Join Jess‘s monthly Alki cleanup at 10 am – meet at 2452 Alki SW. Details in our calendar listing.
WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm, the market offers winter produce as well as flowers, cheese, fish, meat, baked goods, condiments, fresh-cooked food, beverages (from kombucha to beer/wine), nuts, more. Here’s today’s vendor list. (California SW between Oregon and Alaska)
VACCINE CLINIC: 11 am-4 pm at Community School of West Seattle (9450 22nd SW), flu and COVID vaccinations available – appointments suggested but they expect to serve walk-ins too. Info in our calendar listing.
SEED STARTING FOR BEGINNERS: 1 pm class at West Seattle Nursery (5275 California SW), with community food-access advocate Jenn Dowell explaining “which vegetables, flowers, and herbs are best started indoors in winter to be transplanted outdoors later, and which crops can be directly sown into the garden outdoors later, when the soil has started to warm. She will discuss seed selection, timing, growing media, lighting, hardening off, seed-bed prep, watering, and fertilizing.”
CHINESE NEW YEAR LANTERN FESTIVAL: 1-4 pm activities and performances at the Seattle Chinese Garden (north end of SSC campus, 6000 16th SW) – more info in our calendar listing.
LIVE MUSIC AT C & P: 3-5 pm, Musicians for the West Seattle Food Bank perform at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: Second matinee at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor), 3 pm performance of “An Endless Shift,” described as: “Created from verbatim accounts of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic by the Seattle nurses who were there, ‘An Endless Shift’ is a tribute to the everyday heroes who were confronted with what would become the longest shift of their lives.” Get your ticket(s) here.
JEWISH STORY HOUR: 3 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), presented by TLC of West Seattle.
NEED FOOD? White Center Community Dinner Church serves a free meal (take-away available) at 5 pm Sundays at the Salvation Army Center in South Delridge (9050 16th SW).
YOGA, MEDITATION, GONG BATH: Presented by Inner Alchemy, 7 pm at Move2Center (3618 SW Alaska), $35.
COMEDY AT ARTSWEST: 7:30 pm show in partnership with Jet City Improv. Our calendar listing includes the ticket link. (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor)
SUNDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (4509 California SW), 8 pm and 9 pm sets.
LATIN SUNDAY: Party to Latin American music with a DJ @ Benbow Room (4210 SW Admiral Way), starting at 9 pm.
SUNDAY NIGHT KARAOKE: 9 pm to 1:30 am at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).
Have an event to add to our calendar? Please email westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Recent sunset scene photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)
February’s first weekend is here. If you’re wondering what’s happening around West Seattle today/tonight, here’s what we have on the schedule:
SATURDAY MORNING ULTIMATE: 8 am at West Seattle Stadium (4432 35th SW), just show up to throw with the West Seattle Ultimate Frisbee Family.
PRE-VALENTINE’S POP-UP: 10 am-1 pm, get in the Valentine’s mood early with art, vendors, treats, and beverages in the new Launchpad coworking space next door to Youngstown Coffee (6032 California SW)
SEATTLE CHINESE GARDEN: 10 am-4 pm, the garden’s centerpiece courtyard is open, while the rest of the garden’s grounds are accessible dawn to dusk. More info here – and don’t miss the Lantern Festival tomorrow. (5640 16th SW)
GRIEFSHARE RECOVERY GROUP: Starting at 10:30 am today, “Grace Church will host a 13-week GriefShare recovery support group for those who have lost a loved one by death. There is a one-time charge of $20 for the GriefShare journal.” Meeting in the church basement. (10323 28th SW)
MORNING MUSIC: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Find out about Marco’s music here.
FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am in West Seattle, registration required – see full details in our calendar listing.
VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: The center is open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explaineed here. (2234 SW Orchard)
LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history is noon-4 pm Saturdays. (3003 61st SW)
VISCON CELLARS: 1-6 pm, the doors are open to the tasting room at Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) – selling wine by the glass or bottle. Check out the wines here! (5910 California SW)
NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY: You can visit the tasting room on the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus 1-6 pm today.
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: New play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) continues tonight, 7:30 pm: “Created from verbatim accounts of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic by the Seattle nurses who were there, “An Endless Shift” is a tribute to the everyday heroes who were confronted with what would become the longest shift of their lives. Solo performance by Gloria Alcalá. Get your ticket(s) here.
AT THE SKYLARK: 6 pm doors, 7 pm show, indie rock at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), with Toy Bastard, Fishing Trip, Carter C.
If you have something for our calendar – event, class, game, music, theater, comedy, outdoor activity, fundraiser, or … please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Seen in Gatewood. WSB photo)
Here’s what’s happening for the rest of February’s first Friday!
SCRABBLE CLUB: Come play 12:30-1:30 pm at Margie’s Café in the Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon).
NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY: Tasting room on the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus is open 1-6 pm Fridays (and Saturdays).
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
AFTER-SCHOOL MAGIC LEAGUE: Weekly 4-6 pm event for 12+, $5 per player – learn about and play “Magic: the Gathering” at Meeples Games (3727 California SW)
CORNER BAR RETURNS: Buildingless but not eventless! Highland Park Improvement Club takes Corner Bar on the road, 6-10 pm at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW), as previewed here.
LIVE AT C & P: Guitar Gil plays C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor) 7-9 pm. No cover!
AT THE SKYLARK: 7 pm, free all-ages Emo Night, spinning 2000s tunes. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: Second week at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) continues tonight, 7:30 pm. Get your ticket(s) here.
FULL MOON SOUND BATH: Presented by Inner Alchemy at Move2Center, 7:30 pm. (3618 SW Alaska)
Something to add to our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
(Brant at Constellation Park, photographed by Cindy Roberts)
If you haven’t already checked our calendar, here’s what’s ahead for the rest of today/tonight:
UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE: Informational presentation at Senior Center of West Seattle (4217 SW Oregon), 11 am.
WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: All levels welcome, weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayers@gmail.com to see where they’re playing today.
THURSDAY FOOD-TRUCK POP-UP: 4-8 pm at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW), the Mexicuban food truck will be visiting.
HIGHLAND PARK RUN CLUB: Also at HP Corner Store, meet up at 6:30 pm Thursdays for a ~3-mile run.
WRITING WORKSHOP FOR KIDS: Ages 8-12 can learn to “Write Your Story” in this workshop – free but registration required – first session 4:30 pm today at High Point Community Center (6920 34th SW).
DESIGN REVIEW X 2: Two Southwest Design Review Board online meetings to look at major West Seattle redevelopment proposals – 5 pm, 7617 35th SW mixed-use building; 7 pm, 5252 California SW senior-living building. Meeting links for attending/commenting are in our calendar listing.
TAE KWON DO: The West Seattle Tae Kwon Do Club‘s first February class is tonight at 6:30 pm at High Point Community Center (6920 34th SW) – our calendar listing has details.
SILENT BOOK CLUB: This monthly West Seattle “happy hour for introverts” is gathering at six venues tonight at 7 pm! Our preview has the locations.
NORTH HIGHLINE UAC: Live/work/study in White Center or elsewhere in unincorporated North Highline? 7 pm online, the North Highline Unincorporated Area Council meets for the first time this year, with a public-safety focus.
BASKETBALL: The Chief Sealth IHS boys host West Seattle HS, 7:30 pm. (2600 SW Thistle)
‘AN ENDLESS SHIFT’: New play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) continues tonight, 7:30 pm: “Created from verbatim accounts of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic by the Seattle nurses who were there, AN ENDLESS SHIFT is a tribute to the everyday heroes who were confronted with what would become the longest shift of their lives.” Get your ticket(s) here.
COMEDY NIGHT: “Jokes at The Junction,” 8 pm at Great American Diner & Bar (4752 California SW) – ticket link is in our calendar listing.
Have something to add to our calendar? Email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
Thanks to Anne Higuera from longtime WSB sponsor Ventana Construction for that cool aerial view looking northeast across our peninsula and beyond. (If you’re viewing WSB on desktop/laptop, you can click the photo to open a larger version.) Meantime, here’s what’s happening around, and of interest to, the peninsula today/tonight:
FLOAT DODGER 5K DISCOUNT SIGNUPS: As announced last month, registration opens today for the July 22nd West Seattle Float Dodger 5K, presented by West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor), benefiting the West Seattle Food Bank. Discount rate if you sign up today!
SOUTHWEST POOL CLOSED: This word from the city-run indoor pool:
Southwest Pool and most other Seattle Parks pools will be closed today, Wednesday, February 1st.
In an agreement with Puget Sound Energy, some high volume business users are required to stop using Natural Gas to ensure an adequate supply for residential customers. Today is one of those instances.
Currently, Meadowbrook and Rainier Beach Pools are planning to operate today.
We’ll have a separate update on this later today.
NEW STORE OPENS: It’s opening day, starting at noon, for Swan Dive (4537 California SW), the new shop we told you about two weeks ago.
FREE INDOOR PLAYSPACE: Toddler Gym weekday afternoons at the Salvation Army Center (9050 16th SW), ages 2-6, 3:30-5 pm.
WEST MARGINAL WAY PROTECTED BIKE LANE: It’s a major topic at tonight’s monthly meeting of the city-convened Bicycle Advisory Board, so if you’re interested, go to City Hall or watch online starting at 6 pm – the agenda explains your options, as well as how to comment.
TRIVIA x 6: At 6 pm, Locust Cider (2820 Alki SW) now offers trivia … at 7 pm, you can play trivia at the West Seattle Brewing Mothership (4415 Fauntleroy Way SW); Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) hosts Wednesday-night trivia starting at 7:30 pm; there’s 7:30 and 8:30 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at The Lodge (4209 SW Alaska); trivia starts at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW); at 8:30 pm, trivia at Talarico’s (4718 California SW) with Phil T.
INJURY PREVENTION TALK FOR RUNNERS: 6:30 pm at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor).
LIVE AT OTTER ON THE ROCKS: Jazz Night starts at 6:30 pm. (4210 SW Admiral Way)
LIVE AT EPHESUS: Kimball & The Fugitive Trio now plays Ephesus Greek Restaurant (5245 California SW), 6:30 pm Wednesdays.
LIVE AT LOCOL: Locöl (7902 35th SW) spotlights live music 6:30-8:30 pm Wednesdays, no cover, 21+, rotating artists.
MUSIC BINGO: Play weekly at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm.
SKYLARK OPEN MIC: 7:30 pm signups @ West Seattle’s longest-running open mic – no cover to watch. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
Planning an event – meeting, performance, reading, tour, or … – that could be featured on West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar? Tell us about it! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
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