(More West Seattle baby waterfowl! Photo by David Dimmit)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and inbox:

PANCAKE 420: Pancakes all day at the Kickdown Café (9447 35th SW), open 11 am-5 pm. As with everything at Kickdown, they’re free but donations are welcome.

DISCOVER SEATTLE COLLEGES: Learn about studying for a new career in business/accounting. Online event 3-5 pm – info in our calendar listing.

DEMONSTRATION: The weekly announcement from Scott:

Black Lives Matter sign-waving

Tuesday, April 20, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Thursday, April 22, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Come build awareness & stimulate actions to tear down the systems that have oppressed Black lives for over 400 years on this continent. Hold signs, meet neighbors and stand for racial justice. Scott at Puget Ridge Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

FOOD-TRUCK FUNDRAISER: 5-8:45 pm, order from the Thai-U-Up food truck at 30th/Roxbury, and 10 percent of the proceeds benefit Friends of Roxhill Elementary.

TALK WITH POLICE: The West Seattle Crime Prevention Council – a chance for community members to talk with and hear from local police – is happening online tonight, 6 pm. Here’s the attendance link.

TACOS AND TRIVIA: Admiral Pub (2306 California SW) has tacos on Tuesdays and trivia 7-9 pm, free to play, “with rounds that include ’70s, Americana, Sports, Travel, ’90s, Film and more.”

(Waterfowl babies at Seola Pond, photographed by Jim Clark)

Happenings you might want to know about:

CITY COUNCIL: Monday means two meetings, the 9:30 am briefing – including an around-the-table chance for each councilmember to share updates on what they’re focusing on right now – and the 2 pm weekly regular meeting (agenda here). Watch both via Seattle Channel, online or cable 21.

QUALITY CLEANERS PICKUP, FINAL DAY: Noon-4 pm, it’s the last of three days for customers who still have items at the closed cleaners (2601 California SW) to go in and retrieve them – unclaimed items will be donated. Mask required; one person in the shop at a time.

CAREER EXPLORATION: 3-5 pm online, discover what Seattle Colleges offer students for Arts, Design, and Graphics career pathways. Info’s in our calendar listing.

FOOD-TRUCK FUNDRAISER: 5-8:45 pm, order from the Thai-U-Up food truck at 30th/Roxbury, and 10 percent of the proceeds benefit Friends of Roxhill Elementary.

(Sunday sunset, photographed by James Bratsanos)

METEOR SHOWER: The Lyrid meteor shower should be visible this week, until the clouds return. Here’s info on looking for the meteors.

(Lincoln Park evening, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Another sunny, warm day! Here’s what’s happening:

TODAY’S ONLINE CHURCH SERVICES: As we do every week, we’ve updated our list of more than 20 local churches’ online Sunday services (a few offer in-person options too), with the newest links – see it here.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm in The Junction, the market’s open. Scroll down the page at this link to find the vendor list and map for this week. (Enter at California/Alaska; pickups for online orders are at California/Oregon)

BEACH VOLLEYBALL: The University of Washington continues playing at Alki today, with games starting at 10 am.

DONATION DRIVE: 11 am-3 pm, Alki UCC is collecting food, supplies, socks, and men’s casual clothing at 6115 SW Hinds – more info in our calendar listing.

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 11 am-4 pm – need a tool to fix or improve something? (4408 Delridge Way SW)’

QUALITY CLEANERS PICKUP, DAY 2: Noon-4 pm, it’s the second of three days for customers who still have items at the closed cleaners (2601 California SW) to go in and retrieve them – unclaimed items will be donated. Mask required; one person in the shop at a time.

WEST SEATTLE SKYLINK: Learn more about the gondola concept in an online presentation at 5 pm – full details are in our calendar listing.

FREE TO-GO DINNER: White Center Community Dinner Church will serve to-go meals at 5 pm, outside, near the Bartell Drugs parking lot in White Center. (9600 15th Ave SW)

TONIGHT’S SUNSET: 8:03 pm!

FLOWER & BAKE SALE: Midnight tonight is the deadline for online ordering in the sale the Alki Elementary PTA is having in conjunction with the upcoming student musical – details here.

Got something for our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Hiawatha trees, photographed by Mark Jaroslaw)

After a high of 79 on Friday, we might get past 80 degrees today. Here’s some of what’s scheduled:

LAST DAY OF COVID-19 TESTING AT SWAC: After today, the city-run site at Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle) becomes vaccinations-only. If you’re looking for a testing appointment today, go here.

FREE COMPOST: Starting at 9 am and going until it’s gone – which could be relatively quickly – bring your own container and shovel to get up to a half-yard of free compost at the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) north parking lot. (UPDATE: Karen notes that by 10 am, the line was estimated at up to an hour and a half long. 2ND UPDATE: As of 12:17 pm, SPU says they’re out.)

FREE SHREDDING: 10 am-1 pm, you can bring up to three boxes of paper for free shredding at this drive-up/walk-up event at Daystar Retirement Village (2615 SW Barton; WSB sponsor).

DUWAMISH ALIVE! VOLUNTEERING: 10 am-3 pm, the twice-yearly multi-site mega-work party – here’s where help’s needed.

BEACH VOLLEYBALL: The University of Washington continues hosting a tournament at Alki today, with play starting at 10 am.

DONATE CAR SEATS: 11 am-2 pm, WestSide Baby‘s White Center hub (10002 14th SW) would love to accept your gently used or new donations – details in our preview.

WYATT’S JEWELERS ANNIVERSARY SALE: 10 am-6 pm at Westwood Village, the 16th-anniversary celebration at Wyatt’s Jewelers (WSB sponsor) continues with 10 percent off everything in the shop.

QUALITY CLEANERS PICKUP, DAY 1: Noon-4 pm, it’s the first of three days for customers who still have items at the closed cleaners (2601 California SW) to go in and retrieve them – unclaimed items will be donated. Mask required; one person in the shop at a time.

VISCON CELLARS: 1-6 pm, the Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) tasting room (5910 California SW) is open for tasting, glasses, and bottle sales.

Anything we’re missing? Text 206-203-6302 – thank you!

(Monday photo by Bob Burns – The Brothers and M/V Chimacum seen from Weather Watch Park)

A few notes before we get further into the day:

NO, IT’S NOT TAX DAY: In case you lost track – this year’s IRS deadline was moved to May 17th.

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: Last call! Two Rotary Club of West Seattle college-scholarship applications are due today – details here.

LEARN TO BUILD A RESUME: Seattle Public Library and South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) are among the presenters of this free 3 pm online workshop. Our calendar listing includes registration information.

DEMONSTRATION: From organizer Scott:

Black Lives Matter sign-waving

Thursday, April 15, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Come build awareness & stimulate actions to tear down the systems that have oppressed Black lives for over 400 years on this continent. Hold signs, meet neighbors and stand for racial justice. Scott at Puget Ridge Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

WEST SEATTLE TIMEBANK: 6:30 pm online, celebrate Earth Day by learning from two community groups’ success. Email westseattletimebank@gmail.com to get the link for attending. More info in our calendar listing.

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: Third Thursday means ACC meets tonight, 7 pm online. Crime, development, and equity are among the scheduled topics, and if you have a community concern, bring it. Attendance info:

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Meeting ID: 995 1615 6974
Passcode: 638862
One tap mobile
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(Darwin’s Barberry in bloom at Don Armeni Boat Ramp, photographed by Lynn Hall)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and inbox:

ARTIST AS STORYTELLER: Haruko Crow Nishimura is the featured artist this time – be there for this online conversation at 1 pm, talking about “how art can create deep connections and awakenings through the excavation of darkness. We will explore how telling stories strives to reveal hidden beauty, confront demons, and ultimately find healing.” The link is in our calendar listing.

CITY COUNCIL: How’s the Seattle Promise program – offering “free” college at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) and its sibling campuses – going? The City Council’s Governance and Education Committee gets a briefing during its 2 pm meeting. The agenda includes viewing information.

DEMONSTRATION: From organizer Scott:

Black Lives Matter sign-waving

Tuesday, April 13, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Thursday, April 15, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Come build awareness & stimulate actions to tear down the systems that have oppressed Black lives for over 400 years on this continent. Hold signs, meet neighbors and stand for racial justice. Scott at Puget Ridge Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

(UPDATE: CANCELED) SOCCER: The Chief Sealth International High School and West Seattle High School girls’ teams play at 4 pm at Walt Hundley (34th/Myrtle).

FOOD FUNDRAISER: 5-8:45 pm, order from the Thai-U-Up food truck at 30th/Roxbury, and 10 percent of the proceeds benefit Friends of Roxhill Elementary.

FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: 7 pm, the annual FCA meeting, and then at 7:30 pm, you’re welcome to stay for the monthly board meeting – it’s all online, with registration info in our preview.

ADMIRAL NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION: Here’s the announcement from ANA president Drew Sowa:

The Admiral Neighborhood Association would like to invite residents and local businesses to carry on with the topics at our last meeting in helping promote local businesses.

Our next Virtual ANA meeting is April 13th at 7 pm (virtually).

Since our last meeting in February, I have met with as many business owners in Admiral as possible to find out what they need to stay in business so you can continue to enjoy your favorite restaurants, coffee shops, bars, boutiques, and other commerce. As many of you know, local businesses are struggling due to capacity limitations and government shutdowns. We are dedicated to helping the businesses in the Admiral Junction stay strong.

Join us at our next meeting where will will discuss in an open format how we can help our Admiral Junction stay strong, vibrant, and remain the beloved neighborhood in which we work and reside.

We welcome input from businesses and residents to hear how we can best utilize any funds raised from crowdfunding efforts. We also want to encourage businesses to get involved with our Summer Concert Series and local Art Walk as well.

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Or call: 937-815-1933‬
PIN: ‪480 343 075#‬

Thanks to Robyn Kunsman for the photo of the Seattle Chinese Garden (on the north end of the South Seattle College [WSB sponsor] campus) on Saturday. We start again today with these traffic reminders:

EXPANDED LOW-BRIDGE ACCESS: Today is the second day that restrictions on the West Seattle low bridge start at 8 am weekend mornings rather than 5 am. (Here’s our Thursday report on all the changes in the works.)

TUNNEL CLOSURE: The northbound Highway 99 tunnel is scheduled to be closed until tomorrow morning.

Now, today’s events:

TODAY’S ONLINE CHURCH SERVICES: As we do every week, we’ve updated our list of more than 20 local churches’ online Sunday services (a few offer in-person options too), with the newest links – see it here.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm in The Junction, the market’s open. Scroll down the page at this link to find the vendor list and map for this week. (Enter at California/Alaska; pickups for online orders are at California/Oregon)

DUWAMISH LONGHOUSE NATIVE ART MARKET: 11 am-7 pm, the second day of the Spring Fling Native Art Market at the Duwamish Longhouse (4705 W. Marginal Way SW).

Details are in our calendar listing.

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 11 am-4 pm – need a tool to fix or improve something? (4408 Delridge Way SW)’

CAMP SECOND CHANCE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE: One week later than usual because of Easter, the community advisory committee for West Seattle’s city-sanctioned tiny-house encampment meets at 2 pm, online – the video participation link is here, phone-in number is 253-215-8782; in either case, meeting ID 858 5523 4269 and passcode 9701.

FREE TO-GO DINNER: White Center Community Dinner Church will serve to-go meals at 5 pm, outside, near the Bartell Drugs parking lot in White Center. (9600 15th Ave SW)

TONIGHT’S SUNSET: 7:54 pm!

Got something for our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Machel Spence)

Good morning! We start our look at what’s happening today with two traffic alerts:

EXPANDED LOW-BRIDGE ACCESS: Starting today, restrictions on the West Seattle low bridge start at 8 am weekend mornings rather than 5 am. (Here’s our Thursday report on all the changes in the works.)

TUNNEL CLOSURE: The northbound Highway 99 tunnel is scheduled to be closed all weekend.

Now, what else is happening:

BEIGNETS AND COFFEE: 8 am-1 pm, Jet City Beignet (WSB sponsor) pops up at the original location of Realfine Coffee (4480 Fauntleroy Way SW).

FAMILY MUSIC CONCERT: Online at 10 am, Gabrielle Macrea performs in the continuing series of fundraiser concerts benefiting West Seattle’s Cooperative Preschools – tickets and more info here.

DUWAMISH LONGHOUSE SPRING FLING: 11 am-7 pm, the first day of the Spring Fling Native Art Market at the Duwamish Longhouse (4705 W. Mqrginal Way SW) – details in our calendar listing.

WINE: Viscon Cellars (5910 Californiq SW; WSB sponsor) welcomes you at its tasting room, 1-6 pm.

VACCINE-APPOINTMENT HELP & FREE FOOD: 2-4 pm, the Greater Seattle Filipino-American SDA Church (2620 SW Kenyon) offers in-person help with booking vaccine appointments, and free food – stop by if you can use either or both!

WEST SEATTLE ART WALK: Tonight all over West Seattle, art displays and food/drink specials! Go here to see who’s participating this month. Highlights include Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) having its first artist reception since last year, artist Jenna Roby, 5-8 pm, 5910 California SW. Also back: The Art Walk map (see it above or here).

Also today/tonight:

SCHOOL FUNDRAISER: 10:30 am-10 pm at MOD Pizza Westwood Village, part of the proceeds goes to the White Center Co-op Preschool – here’s how to be part of the fundraiser.

(added) GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING: Gov. Inslee‘s next pandemic-response briefing and media Q&A is happening at 2:30 pm today; it’ll be streamed here.

COMMUNITY TASK FORCE: The advisory group for the West Seattle Bridge project meets online at 4 pm, with topics including low-bridge access and high-bridge repair planning. Here’s the viewing link. (added) Here’s the agenda.

DEMONSTRATION: From organizer Scott:

Black Lives Matter sign waving

Thursday, April 8, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Come build awareness & actions to tear down the systems that have oppressed Black lives for over 400 years on this continent. Hold signs, meet neighbors, and stand for racial justice. Scott at Puget Ridge Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

FOOD BANK HISTORY; 6 pm online, Words, Writers, SouthWest Stories presents Rev. Ron Marshall discussing his book about the West Seattle Food Bank‘s first 30 years. Our calendar listing has info on watching.

BIRDS, BEES, KIDS: 6:30 pm online, free presentation for parents, all welcome – here’s how to be there.

(Seen at sunset Tuesday – photo by Jonny Layesky)

Lots happening today/tonight:

DONATION DRIVE: Last chance to drop off food and other supplies in for West Seattle High School students’ donation drive, noon-2 pm at the school’s north entrance (3000 California SW).

PANDEMIC BRIEFING: 2 pm online, state health officials will present their weekly briefing and media Q&A. Watch the livestream here.

HIGHLAND PARK ELEMENTARY PLAYGROUND: 3 pm online, you’re invited to the first of three community workshops about the next phase of playground improvements. Participation info is in our preview.

MADISON MS ADDITION: 3:30 pm online, the city Landmarks Preservation Board considers the project. Participation info is in our preview.

SCHOOL BOARD: 3:30 pm online, with items including a final vote on renaming Southwest Athletic Complex in honor of the late Nino Cantu. The agenda includes viewing/listening information.

DOW CONSTANTINE’S RE-ELECTION CAMPAIGN KICKOFF: 5:30 pm online, County Executive Dow Constantine officially launches his re-election campaign with an event focusing on West Seattle (where he lives), White Center, and vicinity. Register here to get viewing details.

SUMMIT ATLAS OPEN HOUSE: 6 pm online, prospective families/students are invited to a virtual open house for the middle/high school in Arbor Heights. Go here to register.

DISTRICT 1 COMMUNITY NETWORK: 7 pm online, the community coalition for West Seattle/South Park has its monthly meeting, with guests/topics including Community Land Trusts and city attorney Pete Holmes. The agenda includes participation information.

Send event info – whether it’s online or in-person – to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Olympics panorama from Monday, by Chris Bratsanos)

Quick notes for the hours ahead:

NORTHWEST SEAPORT ALLIANCE: Port commissioners from Seattle and Tacoma meet online at 9 am as managing members of the Northwest Seaport Alliance. One item of interest on the agenda is an amendment to the agreement for a railroad “quiet zone” as part of the Terminal 5 project, related to other work that’s been, and will be, done in the port/city partnership. Watch the meeting here.

READING GROUP: Alki UCC‘s “Book of Joy” reading group meets again at 2 pm – info here.

DEMONSTRATION: Organizer Scott‘s weekly announcement of the twice-weekly event:

Black Lives Matter sign waving

Tuesday, April 6, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Thursday, April 8, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Come build awareness & actions to tear down the systems that have oppressed Black lives for over 400 years on this continent. Hold signs, meet neighbors, and stand for racial justice. Scott at Puget Ridge Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

SCHOOL SURVEY DUE: If you have a 6th through 12th grader in Seattle Public Schools, the district asks you to reply to their “will you go hybrid or stay all remote?” survey by tonight.

(Retired art teacher’s creations in Upper Fauntleroy, 36th/Trenton)

It’s Easter Sunday and the conclusion of Passover. Here’s what’s on the schedule:

EASTER SUHDAY SERVICES: Our list features local churches with online and in-person services.

EASTER EGG HUNTS: At least four are planned today, as noted here.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm in The Junction, entrance at California/Alaska.

CURBSIDE LIBRARY SERVICE: Available noon-6 pm today at High Point (3411 SW Raymond) and South Park (8604 8th S.) branches.

(West Seattle tulip, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Welcome to the weekend! Here’s what’s happening, starting with traffic alerts:

WEEKEND ROAD WORK: More pavement replacement at 9th and Henderson in Highland Park, and speed-hump installation in South Park – here are details on both.

Also:

PASSOVER … continues.

HOLY SATURDAY: Here’s our list of Holy Week services, in person and online.

FOOD AND SUPPLY DRIVE: 9 am-noon, drop off donations at West Seattle High School; here’s what they’re collecting.

EASTER EGG EXTRAVAGANZA: At Brookdale West Seattle (4611 35th SW):

Drop by our Front Patio this Saturday with the kids and grandkids, and collect a dinosaur egg! Have your picture taken with our very special and cute-as-can-be East-Rawr guest. 11 am – 2 pm on the Front Patio of Brookdale West Seattle.

COMMUNITY CLEANUP: Join West Seattle neighbors cleaning up around the bridge 1-3 pm. RSVP and get info here.

VACCINATION REGISTRATION HELP: 2-4:30 pm, the Greater Seattle Filipino-American SDA Church (2620 SW Kenyon) invites you to stop by if you need in-person assistance registering for a vaccination appointment.

Are we missing something happening today? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Lincoln Park photo by Troy Sterk)

Here’s what’s up for the rest of your West Seattle Thursday:

DEMONSTRATION: Scott‘s twice-weekly sign-waving for racial justice continues at 16th/Holden, 4-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t have your own.

9218 18TH SW AT DESIGN REVIEW BOARD: The Southwest Design Review Board meets online at 5 pm, first time this year. It’s the second Early Design Guidance review for a 5-story South Delridge mixed-use project, 9218 18th SW. The design packet and participation/attendance information are all linked here.

RAISBECK AVIATION HIGH SCHOOL BENEFIT: This Highline district school has West Seattle students, and a local parent says everyone’s welcome to participate in the PTSA’s fundraiser. A silent auction is online now here, and tickets for the 7:30 pm live event tonight are here.

HOLY THURSDAY SERVICES: See our Holy Week list of West Seattle churches’ plans by going here.

Are we missing something happening today/tonight? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Gill Loring)

Happening in the hours ahead:

NORTHWEST SEAPORT ALLIANCE STATUS REPORT: 10-10:30 am online, hear how things are going for the joint venture of the ports of Seattle and Tacoma:

This virtual address will feature NWSA CEO John Wolfe, NWSA Managing Member Co-Chairs for years 2020 and 2021, and other NWSA team members sharing key insights about the recent and upcoming work of NWSA.

Also, NWSA will announce the North Star Award recipients who are making notable contributions to our region’s economic and environmental vitality. The program will recognize the Environmental Stewardship Award and Cargo Anchor Award winners.

RSVP here to get the link.

BOOK DISCUSSION: Alki UCC hosts a six-week online group discussing “The Book of Joy,” starting at 2 pm today. Details in our calendar listing.

DEMONSTRATION: The weekly announcement from Scott:

Black Lives Matter sign-waving

Tuesday, March 30, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Thursday, April 1, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Come build awareness that acts to tear down the systems that have oppressed Black lives for over 400 years on this continent. Hold signs, meet neighbors, and stand for racial justice. Scott at Puget Ridge Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE: 6:30 pm, online presentation with Patrice Lewis of We Speak Medicare (WSB sponsor) – our calendar iisting has details, including how to get the participation link.

NANTES PARK IMPROVEMENTS: You’re invited to an online “community review” at 7 pm, looking at proposed improvements for the west Admiral park. Our preview includes attendance info.

(Alki sunset from last weekend, photographed by David Hutchinson)

TONIGHT’S SUNSET: 7:37 pm.

Are we missing anything today/tonight? Text 206-293-6302 – thank you!

(Early-spring flowers, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Last Sunday in March – besides the weather alert, here’x what’s happening:

TODAY’S ONLINE CHURCH SERVICES: It’s Palm Sunday; as we do every week, we’ve updated our list of more than 20 local churches’ online Sunday services (a few offer in-person options too), with the newest links – see it here.

PASSOVER: Tonight is the second night of Passover. West Seattle synagogue Kol HaNeshamah is celebrating – details here.

FAUNTLEROY EGG HUNT: Go look for the eggs hidden by the Fauntleroy Community Association! Details are here.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm in The Junction, the market’s open. Scroll down the page at this link to find the vendor list and map for this week. (Enter at California/Alaska; pickups for online orders are at California/Oregon)

POETRY IN THE JUNCTION: Typewriter poet Sean Petrie plans to be outside Pegasus Book Exchange (4553 California SW) during the market, weather permitting.

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 11 am-4 pm – need a tool to fix or improve something? (4408 Delridge Way SW)’

THEATER: Four comedy shorts from “All in the Timing” will be performed live online by Twelfth Night Productions again today, 3 pm. Our calendar listing has ticket/viewing info.

FREE TO-GO DINNER: White Center Community Dinner Church will serve to-go meals at 5 pm, outside, near the Bartell Drugs parking lot in White Center. (9600 15th Ave SW)

TONIGHT’S SUNSET: 7:34 pm!

Got something for our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Common Goldeneye, photographed by Robin Sinner)

Busy Saturday in West Seattle and beyond – starting with two traffic alerts:

REPAVING: SDOT crews will be working 8 am-3:30 pm on 1st Ave. S. between Cloverdale and Kenyon and at 9th SW and SW Henderson – maps and details here.

CRANE REMOVAL: Avoid Fauntleroy Way between Alaska and Edmunds – the tower crane for the big project on the east side of the street is coming down today, as previewed here. (11:07 AM UPDATE: Traffic is alternating directions on that block of Fauntleroy – it’s not completely closed.)

And from the calendar:

HIGHLAND PARK CORNER STORE: 7 am-2 pm, it’s official Grand Opening day for the new business at 7789 Highland Park Way SW, with a BOGO beverage special – details are in our preview.

ALKI BEACH CLEANUP: Seattle Parks is sponsoring a cleanup at the beach, 9 am-11 am. Details here; meet at Alki Bathhouse (60th/Alki).

KIDS’ MUSIC CONCERT: 10 am, Bruce & Bonnie perform as the South Seattle College Co-op Preschools’ benefit series continues. Ticket info is in our calendar listing.

SAILBOAT RACE: You may see yachts off West Seattle during the Three Tree Point race, going from Shilshole to TTP and back, 10 am start.

RACISM IN POLITICAL INSTITUTIONS: Special presentation by the 34th District Democrats, all invited, 10:30 am-noon online – details here.

(added) #STOPASIANHATE PUBLIC MEMORIAL: Thanks to the reader who sent this – noon today through 5 pm Sunday on the steps of the Asian Art Museum on Capitol Hill (1400 E. Prospect).

#STOPASIANHATE SOLIDARITY WALK: 6 pm around Green Lake – details in our preview, thanks to an invitation extended by one of your West Seattle neighbors.

THEATER: Four comedy shorts from “All in the Timing” will be performed live online by Twelfth Night Productions again tonight, 7:30 pm. Our calendar listing has ticket/viewing info.

PASSOVER: Begins tonight. Go here to see how West Seattle synagogue Kol HaNeshamah plans to celebrate.

Are we missing anything for today/tonight? Please text our hotline, 206-293-6302 – thank you!

(Look closely for signs of spring! Photo by Don Brubeck)

What’s ahead today/tonight:

TALK WITH YOUR COUNCILMEMBER: City Councilmember Lisa Herbold‘s monthly online office hours are 2-6 pm today. See the end of this post for info on signing up for an appointment.

HIGH-SCHOOL FOOTBALL: No spectators allowed, but West Seattle High School plays at home (Southwest Athletic Complex) vs.Franklin HS (UPDATE: WSHS game canceled), 7 pm, which is also the time for Chief Sealth International High School‘s road game at Northwest Athletic Complex vs. Lakeside

THEATER: Twelfth Night Productions presents four shorts from “All in the Timing,” live online at 7:30 pm. Ticket info and other details are in our calendar listing.

WATER OUTAGE: 8 pm tonight to 8 am tomorrow, as previewed here, water service will be out in an area near 28th/Yancy because of housing-construction work.

(Alki photo by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Many ways to connect with your community this afternoon/evening:

STUDENT HEALTH EVENT: The Teen Health Center at West Seattle High School welcomes all SPS students to an event today focusing on meningococcal vaccination – our preview includes info on calling, texting, or emailing for an appointment.

SOUND TRANSIT BOARD: 1:30 pm monthly meeting, with an update on realignment toward the end of the agenda, which includes information on viewing/commenting.

(added) GOVERNOR’S BRIEFING: Not announced until after we’d published this list – Gov. Inslee is having a pandemic briefing at 3:15 pm. Watch here.

DEMONSTRATION: Organizer Scott welcomes you at 16th/Holden, 4 pm-6 pm, to wave signs and support Black lives. If you don’t have a sign, one will be available there.

WESTSIDE BABY ‘BEYOND THE BASICS’: Support the local nonprofit that supports thousands of local children and their families. 5:30 pm event with storytelling, inspiration, and a chance to donate, but registering to attend is free.

WEST SEATTLE DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: 6:30 pm online, with discussion of the Equal Rights Amendment and redistricting. Register by 11 am to get the link; our calendar listing explains how.

WEST SEATTLE TRANSPORTATION COALITION: 6:30 pm online – here’s the agenda:

Participate via videoconferencing by going here, or by phone via 253-215-8782. In both cases, Meeting ID 831 2486 9091 and Passcode 521762.

MAYORAL CANDIDATE TOWN HALL: Colleen Echohawk is having “town halls” live online for neighborhoods around the city, and 7 pm tonight is her next one, geared toward High Point, Highland Park, Westwood, and Roxhill.

(Colorful sunset last week, photographed by Lynn Hall)

Coming up in the hours ahead:

WSHS DONATION DRIVE: Noon-2 pm, as previewed here – West Seattle High School students are collecting food and essential supplies for families. Take donations to the north entrance at 3000 California SW.

SCHOOL BOARD: 3:30 pm, the board’s regular twice-monthly meeting includes items related to in-person learning, such as approval of the new elementary/K-8 schedules, plus other proposals including renaming the Southwest Athletic Complex in honor of longtime grounds manager Nino Cantu. The meeting agenda explains how to watch/listen.

HPAC: 7 pm online meeting of the community council for Highland Park, South Delridge, and Riverview, with two spotlight guests focusing on public art and public safety:

Guest – Kristen Ramirez from the Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs will talk about public art being planned in conjunction with the Highland/Holden intersection improvements.

Guest – District 1 Councilmember Lisa Herbold will discuss City Council thinking on Public Safety budgeting and alternative programs being developed to support police work in the community.

The HPAC website has details on how to attend via video or by phone.

CHIEF SEALTH PTSA: 7 pm online, the Chief Sealth International High School PTSA meets, with updates on reopening as well as the organization’s future. Register here to attend.

(Saturday at Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook – photo by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Notes for the hours ahead:

POLICE BUDGET: As previewed last night, the City Council’s Public Safety and Human Services Committee will take up a proposed police-budget cut in its 9:30 am meeting. The agenda explains how to comment and/or view.

VOTE: Last day to vote in the King Conservation District election – explained here; vote by 5 pm.

DEMONSTRATE: Organizer Scott continues leading the twice-weekly demonstration:

Black Lives Matter sign-waving

Tuesday, Mar 23, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Thursday, Mar 25, 4 to 6 pm, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Come build awareness that will help tear down the systems that have oppressed Black lives for over 400 years on this continent. Hold signs, meet neighbors and stand for racial justice. Scott at Puget Ridge Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

SPRING NIGHT MARKET: Lady Jaye in The Junction (4523 California SW) invites you in to shop and eat, as previewed here – booze, beef, bookmarks, more.

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: 5-8 pm, go borrow a tool! The WSTL is on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, at 4408 Delridge Way SW.

(Anna’s Hummingbird, photographed in Lincoln Park by Mark MacDonald)

First full day of spring – here’x what’s happening:

LAST DAY TO BUY GIRL SCOUT COOKIES: Go here to see how, including local Scouts/Troops from whom you can buy online.

TODAY’S ONLINE CHURCH SERVICES: Here’s our updated list of more than 20 local churches’ online Sunday services (a few offer in-person options too), with the newest links – see it here.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm in The Junction, the market’s open. Scroll down the page at this link to find the vendor list and map for this week. (Enter at California/Alaska; pickups for online orders are at California/Oregon)

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 11 am-4 pm – need a tool to fix or improve something? (4408 Delridge Way SW)

DONATE FOOD, SUPPLIES, CLOTHES: Alki UCC is collecting a variety of items – as previewed here – 11 am-3 pm outside the church at 6115 SW Hinds.

FREE BRATS & COOKIES: Giveaway at Lady Jaye (4523 California SW) – starting at 11 am, first 100 people. Details here.

DONATE BOOKS: As previewed here, 8th-grader Bryson Albers is collecting Books for Africa noon-3 pm in a dropoff drive at the Hope Lutheran lot (off SW Oregon just east of 42nd SW).

TEEN YOGA WORKSHOP: 5-week series begins with Young Adult Yoga at Spira Power Yoga (2332 California SW). Details in our calendar listing.

FREE TO-GO DINNER: White Center Community Dinner Church will serve to-go meals at 5 pm, outside, near the Bartell Drugs parking lot in White Center. (9600 15th Ave SW)

TONIGHT’S SUNSET: 7:24 pm!

Got something for our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Machel Spence)

Spring is here, as of very early morning – and we have a busy list for today:

RECYCLE/REUSE/SHREDDING EVENT: 9 am-noon, the big dropoff event in the north parking lot at South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) is on! Free. Masks required. The official page on the co-sponsoring West Seattle Junction Association website lists what they are and aren’t taking.

BAR-S CLEANUP: 9 am-noon, more field prep with West Seattle Little League, which appreciates any and all community volunteers – sign up here or just show up!

FAMILY MUSIC FUNFEST; 10 am online concert with Squirrel Butter – first in a series to support the South Seattle College Co-op Preschools – more info and registration link in our preview.

WHERE TO FIND JET CITY BEIGNET: 10 am-2 pm, today’s Jet City Beignet (WSB sponsor) pop-up with fresh hot beignets is at Metropolitan Market in Admiral (41st/42nd/Admiral Way).

JUMP-ROPE POP-UP PERFORMANCES: As previewed here last night, the West City Rope Ninjas plan pop-up shows outside Alki Bathhouse (60th/Alki) at noon and 12:45 pm.:

WINE @ VISCON CELLARS: 1-5 pm, stop by the tasting room (5910 California SW) to sip, and/or buy, Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) wine – you can even pre-order.

EQUINOX SUNSET WITH ALICE: West Seattle skywatcher/educator Alice Enevoldsen has taken her change-of-season sunset watches online during the pandemic. Tonight it’ll be via Twitter:

METRO SERVICE CHANGE: Finally, a reminder – today’s the day Metro bus-service schedule revisions kick in. Our preview looks at what’s different for West Seattle.

Are we missing anything? Text 206-293-6302 … thank you!