(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!

(Thursday rainbow, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Notes for your Friday!

CURBSIDE SERVICE: On Fridays, noon-6 pm, you can get it at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

FREE FOOD: 3-5 pm outside Highland Park Elementary (1012 SW Trenton), drive up, ride up, or walk up to get a box of free food. Face coverings required.

GATEWOOD CELEBRATION: The Gatewood Elementary PTA‘s all-week silent auction concludes today, leading up to a live event online tonight at 6 pm. All welcome – here’s how to be part of either or both!

HIGH-SCHOOL FOOTBALL: The short season continues with West Seattle hosting Lincoln at Southwest Athletic Complex and Chief Sealth visiting Ingraham, Both games are at 7 pm. (Added: Despite the governor loosening the rules, still no spectators, the district tells us.)

Anything we’re missing? Event announcements are welcome via westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Thanks to Theresa Arbow-O’Connor for the splash of color on our gray Thursday. Notes for the rest of today/tonight:

ANNIVERSARY: As previewed last night (with a side dish of history), Luna Park Café (2918 SW Avalon Way) celebrates 32 years in business today. (Special: $4 birthday-cake shakes!)

DEMONSTRATION: From organizer Scott:

Black Lives Matter sign waving

Thursday, March 18, 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.

FAUNTLEROY FERRY TERMINAL REPLACEMENT: 6 pm online, second of two community meetings to launch the planning process for this project. Here’s our coverage of the first meeting Wednesday (lots of time for Q&A). Go here to register to attend tonight.

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: 7 pm online, with the announced agenda including:

Report from the Southwest Precinct of Seattle Police Department
Report from Seattle Parks by Carol Baker
Presentation by Mick Shultz of Port of Seattle regarding Terminal 5 renovation

Here’s the videoconferencing link – or call 206-337-9723 (meeting ID 995 1615 6974, passcode 638862)

(Sun-gazing along Beach Drive – photo by Gill Loring)
A few notes for today/tonight:

WEST MARGINAL WAY: An update on the proposal to replace part of one southbound traffic lane with a two-way protected bike lane is part of the plan for the 9 am Freight Advisory Board meeting, online. The agenda includes viewing instructions.

CURBSIDE SERVICE: Tuesday is one of five days a week that curbside service is available at the Southwest Branch Library (9010 35th SW).

DEMONSTRATION: From organizer Scott, the weekly announcement of his twice-weekly sign-waving:

Black Lives Matter sign waving

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

Thursday, March 18, 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.

ENDOLYNE CHILDREN’S CHOIR: Spring season rehearsals start today! For last-minute registration info, see our preview.

NO WSCPC MEETING: As announced Monday, the West Seattle Crime Prevention Council meeting – usually on the third Tuesday – is canceled this month.

(Busy bay – Friday photo by Marc Milrod)

Did you spring forward? Daylight Saving Time started early this morning, when 2 am became 3 am. Here’s what’s happening for the rest of the day:

BRIDGE ALERT: The lane closures continue on the southbound 1st Avenue South Bridge, and there’s another full closure of all southbound lanes tonight, 9 pm-5 am. Tip: If you haven’t tried the South Park Bridge, we’re told it’s been a backup-free alternative.

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.

BAR-S CLEANUP: Bring shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows to Bar-S (64th/Admiral) 9 am-noon to help West Seattle Little League get the field ready for baaeball.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm in The Junction, the market’s on – and hot food is back. 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)

PIZZA FUNDRAISER: Get food from MOD Pizza‘s 4755 Fauntleroy Way SW location 10:30 am-10 pm today and mention Alki Elementary – the Alki PTA will get a share of the proceeds.

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

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: 7:14 pm!

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

(View from Westcrest Park, photographed by Gill Loring)

Welcome to the last weekend of winter – by this time next Saturday, spring will have officially begun, Here’s what you should know about the rest of today:

TRAFFIC ALERTS: Two for today – lane closures on the southbound 1st Avenue South Bridge continue around the clock all weekend, and work is planned all day today at the Delridge/Genesee intersection – but it’s NOT part of the ongoing SDOT/Metro work; SDOT says it’s utility work related to residential development at that corner. ADDED 1:52 PM: Genesee is blocked at Delridge while this work continues. Also – thanks for the tips – the 35th/Roxbury signal is in flashing-red mode.

(Sunny weather also often brings unannounced road work, so if you see anything else major, please let us know – text/voice 206-293-6302 – thank you!)

BEIGNETS & COFFEE: 8 am-1 pm, Jet City Beignet (WSB sponsor) will be selling their creations at Realfine Coffee in The Triangle (4480 Fauntleroy Way SW).

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM: 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.

DESTINATION DELRIDGE – LIVE FROM THE HEART: Celebrate and support DNDA with an online gala full of art, music, and community, 7 pm online. Our preview includes ticket info.

LIVE FROM HPIC: First livestreamed music presented from Highland Park Improvement Club – Hot Rod, here at 8 pm.

GIRL SCOUT COOKIES: On sale online this year! Go here for links, including local scouts offering contact-free local delivery.

SPRING FORWARD TO DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME: Tonight’s the night we “spring forward” one hour – 2 am Sunday instantly becomes 3 am Sunday.

(Photo by Machel Spence)

Here’s what’s happening in the hours ahead:

WEST SEATTLE BRIDGE UPDATES: At noon online, the West Seattle Bridge Community Task Force meets, with updates on bridge-repair planning, low-bridge access, and more. Here’s the agenda; here’s where to watch.

SEATTLE SCHOOL BOARD: 3:30 pm online, the board holds its regular twice-monthly meeting, as the district edges toward returning some students to in-person learning. The agenda has viewing information.

BAR-S CLEANUP: 5:15-6:15 pm, you’re invited again this evening to show up at Bar-S (64th SW/SW Admiral Way) to help prepare it for the West Seattle Little League season – details in our preview.

34TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS: 7 pm online, our area’s largest political organization has its regular monthly meeting. Register here to get the viewing/participation link; preview the agenda in this month’s newsletter.

What are we missing? Send your event info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Leslie Allen – someone adorned Luna Girls on Alki with flowers last weekend)

Checking the calendar for the rest of your Tuesday:

SSC SPEAKER SERIES: 1-2 pm online, South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) faculty present the first installment of the “Artist as Storyteller: Adaptation, Resiliency, and Environmental Justice” series. All welcome, free. Find the viewing link here.

DEMONSTRATE FOR BLACK LIVES: The twice-weekly streetcorner sign-waving continues:

Black Lives Matter sign waving

Tuesday Mar 9, 4 to 6 p, corner of 16th SW and SW Holden

Thursday Mar 11, 4 to 6 p, 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. Organized by Scott at PR Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

BAR-S CLEANUP: 5:15-6:15 pm, show up at Bar-S (64th SW/SW Admiral Way) to help prepare it for the West Seattle Little League season – details in our preview.

FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: 7 pm online, community members welcome at the FCA board’s monthly meeting. Here’s the agenda. Go here to register to attend.

GIRL SCOUT COOKIES: Second week of this year’s sale, all online; our list includes links for local Scouts offering contact-free local delivery.

What are we missing? Send your event info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

It’s the first Sunday in March and the last Sunday of Standard Time – early next Sunday, we “spring forward” an hour. But in the much nearer term, here’s what’s happening:

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 on. 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)

LAFAYETTE ELEMENTARY BOOK FAIR: Last day for you to shop at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW) and mention Lafayette Elementary at checkout, so the PTA will get part of the proceeds.

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: 2 pm online, get updates, and ask questions, about West Seattle’s only city-sanctioned tiny-house encampment. Videoconferencing link here, or call in at 253-215-8782, meeting ID 858 5523 4269, password 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)

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

(Thursday sunrise, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Welcome to the first weekend of March!

TRAFFIC ALERT – 1ST AVE. S. BRIDGE: The first overnight closure should be over by now, but again tonight, the southbound 1st Avenue South Bridge is supposed to close 9 pm-6 am. The West Seattle low bridge will be all-access for all those hours.

SCHOOL BOARD RETREAT: The Seattle Public Schools board has a five-hour online “retreat” today to talk about in-person learning, 8:30 am-1:30 pm. The agenda packet has information on how to watch/listen.

ROSS OPENS: Grand-opening day for the new store at Westwood Village, 9 am-11 pm.

COMPOST GIVEAWAY: 9 am-3 pm (while it lasts), compost will be given away for free, up to half a yard per household, bring your own container and shovel, and wear a mask. North lot at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor), 6000 16th SW.

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM: 1-5 pm, stop by the tasting room (5910 California SW) to sip, and/or buy, Viscon Cellars (WSB sponsor) wine.

HIGH-SCHOOL FOOTBALL: No fans allowed, but FYI – Chief Sealth International High School hosts Roosevelt at Southwest Athletic Complex at 4 pm, and West Seattle High School plays Cleveland at Memorial Stadium downtown at 5 pm. You can see the West Seattle-Cleveland game online, as Rainier Avenue Radio plans play-by-play, video and audio – here’s where to watch at gametime.

(Photo by Arlene Rubin)

Notes for a sunny Wednesday:

GIRL SCOUT COOKIE SALES CONTINUES: As we reported earlier this week, Girl Scouts are now selling cookies – including online orders from local Scouts who are offering no-contact delivery. Here’s how to order.

SCHOOL BOARD TALKS BUDGET: School-bus cuts? Price increases for school meals? The Seattle Public Schools board continues talking about ways to narrow a budget gap, with an online “work session” at 4:30 pm. The agenda includes background info and how to watch/listen. (No public-comment period at work sessions.)

KING COUNTY TOWN HALL: At 6 pm, our area’s County Councilmember Joe McDermott is one of four leading an online Town Hall tonight, spotlighting the pandemic response and other key issues. For viewing/call-in info, go here. Got a question? Send it in advance via this page.

DISTRICT 1 COMMUNITY NETWORK: A Port of Seattle update is among the featured topics when this coalition of West Seattle and South Park community advocates meets online at 7 pm. All welcome. Our calendar listing has information on viewing/participating.

Are we missing anything? Please send event info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Jim Borrow)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, mailbox, and coverage previews:

LAFAYETTE ELEMENTARY BOOK FAIR: Shop at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW) through Sunday, mention Lafayette Elementary at checkout, and the PTA gets part of the proceeds. Open 11 am-6 pm today.

TERMINAL 5 UPDATE: The West Seattle project is on the agenda for today’s Northwest Seaport Alliance managing members’ meeting, 11:30 am online. The agenda has information on listening/commenting; to view the meeting stream, go here.

DEMONSTRATION: 4-6 pm, Scott leads the twice-weekly demonstration for Black lives on the corners at 16th/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 PR Cohousing, endorsed by Hate-Free Delridge. Signs available.

DICK’S BURGERS, LOCAL FRIES: While the Dick’s Drive-Ins truck visits Admiral Pub 4-7 pm, you’re welcome to buy fries (and other food/drink!) while sitting in across-the-street businesses Mission Cantina (WSB sponsor) and Arthur’s. You are welcome to sit inside Admiral Pub, too. All three food/drink establishments are in the 2300 block of California SW.

WEST SEATTLE SOCCER CLUB REGISTRATION: In case you missed the weekend announcement, it’s now open!

(Photo by Marc Milrod)

TONIGHT’S SUNSET: 5:56 pm.

(Saturday morning’s moonset, photographed by Greg Snyder)

Last day of the month – here are ways you can spend it!

TODAY’S ONLINE CHURCH SERVICES: Every week we update our list of more than 20 local churches’ online Sunday services (a few offer in-person options too), with the latest links; find them here.

GIVE: Alki UCC‘s latest donation drive will accept food and certain items of clothing, 10 am-3 pm. (6115 SW Hinds)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm in The Junction, the market’s on. 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)

DINE-OUT BENEFIT AT MOD PIZZA WWV: 10:30 am-10 pm, the Louisa Boren STEM K-8 PTA will benefit from today’s fundraiser at MOD Pizza at Westwood Village (2600 SW Barton). Use the code GR179557L – or mention the school; you can order in-store or online, for pickup or delivery, directly from MOD.

DINE-OUT BENEFIT AT MISSION CANTINA: 11 am-8 pm, dine in, or take out from, or even buy a gift card from Mission Cantina (2325 California SW; WSB sponsor), and the Alki Elementary PTA will get part of the proceeds. They note: “To order regular menu items, please call Mission directly at 206-937-8220. Please note, we are encouraging families to work with the restaurant directly rather than use 3rd party apps such as Grubhub and Ubereats, to help the staff get more of the funds from tips and orders.”

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

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)

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