(White-throated Sparrow, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Highlights for this final day of November, from our West Seattle Holiday Guide and year-round Event Calendar

SANTA AT CAPERS: First day for Santa photos at CAPERS, 9 am-noon Saturdays and Sundays, DIY photos with $20 suggested donation benefiting West Seattle Food Bank. (4525 California SW)

SHOP LOCAL! We hope you’ll shop local first EVERY day, all year long – especially today, which has become known as Small Business Saturday. Here’s the list of highlights in The Junction. … Elsewhere: Paper Boat Booksellers “will be providing free holiday gift wrapping from 10-5, treats all day and a special 10% off coupon if you spend over $50*. Larry The Librarian will be joining us for family reading time at 11:00! We will also be joining other independent bookstores with a Literary Angel Tree, providing new books to kids at Seattle Children’s Hospital.” (6040 California SW) … It’s Small Business Saturday, and Puzzle Derby at noon at Meeples Games, $20 per team of 4. (3727 California SW)

ANNIVERSARY SALE: 8 years for Thunder Road Guitars (WSB sponsor), celebrating with a sale continuing today, 10 am-6 pm – and online! (6400 California SW)

NATIVE GIFT FAIR & ART MARKET: 10 am-5 pm, day 2 at the Duwamish Longhouse, art, jewelry, apparel, drums, more.

Free admission. Overflow parking across the street, with a crossing guard. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

(added) BASKETBALL: The high-school season begins with a jamboree at Chief Sealth International High School, starting at 1 pm. Eight teams play short games in the CSIHS gym – here’s the schedule (PDF) – every half hour through 4:30 pm. (2600 SW Thistle)

SOUTH PARK ARTS’ FINAL ‘ART UNDER $100’: For the 15th and final time, the artists of South Park are putting on a show and sale of epic proportions. It’s at Seattle Design Center, 1 pm VIP entry for a fee, 2-8 pm free entry, more info here; see the artist lineup here. (5701 6th Ave. S.)

GARY BENSON’S CHRISTMAS SHOW: 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), a “warm and cozy holiday performance.” No cover; all ages. (5612 California SW)

DIXIELAND JAZZ: 7:30 pm at Kenyon Hall, see and hear the Market Street Jazz Band. (7904 35th sW)

JACQUELINE TABOR: Award-winning jazz singer, 8 pm at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor) on Alki. Ticket info here. (2808 Alki SW)

WEST END GIRLS: This month’s drag extravaganza at The Skylark, 8 pm. Ticket info here. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

‘THE BEST YOU’VE EVER SEEN’: 8:30 pm at Parliament Tavern. $12 cover if you haven’t bought a $10 advance ticket. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

CHRISTMAS SHIP: The Dickens Carolers will be on board, serenading Salty’s on Alki (WSB sponsor) and the nearby shore, 8:40 pm. (1936 Harbor SW)

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

(Barrow’s Goldeneyes, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

From the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide and Event Calendar:

NATIVE HOLIDAY GIFT FAIR: First of three days of the uwamish Longhouse Native Northwest Holiday Gift Fair at the Duwamish Tribe Longhouse in West Seattle, 10 am-5 pm. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

BLACK FRIDAY ‘SLEIGH THE SALES’ IN THE JUNCTION: scroll down to Sleigh The Sales here – including the VAIN (WSB sponsor) sale on “everything black.” (4513 California SW)

ANNIVERSARY SALE: Thunder Road Guitars‘ 8th-anniversary sale. (6400 California SW)

WYATT’S JEWELERS SALE: Black Friday at Wyatt’s Jewelers (WSB sponsor) in Westwood Village:

Black Friday Deals

50% off select items, and 10% off everything in the store. We have lots of new inventory & design trends for this season’s gifts!

(2600 SW Barton)

WINE SALE: West Seattle Cellars on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday:

TWO-DAY SALE!
All wines on the shelf over $20 will be 15% off (20% off for club members)
Note: discount does not apply to wines on hold or special orders.

Today’s hours: 11:00 – 8:00; free tasting from 5:00 to 8:00. (6026 California SW)

PLAYTIME: ThanksGaming and West Seattle Food Bank Food Drive at Meeples Games:

Spend an afternoon with friends and family for a fun day of fellowship and gaming. Food and drink specials, Free Pumpkin Pie at 2:00 pm, and lots of staff on hand to teach new games and help out with selection and play, adults get a Mystery Coupon for use later in the holiday season. Share your abundance by bringing a donation for the West Seattle Food Bank.

(3727 California SW)

HOLY ROSARY TREE LOT: The Holy Rosary Tree Lot, north of the school, opens for the season at 9 am.

WEST SEATTLE YULETIDE: Anticipated start of music-synched West Seattle Yuletide – schedule TBA. (38th SW between SW Genesee and SW Dakota)

CHRISTMAS SHIP: Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship in West Seattle! Two stops are on the schedule for tonight:

-7:25 pm at Lowman Beach Park (7017 Beach Drive SW)
-8:10 pm at Alki Beach Park (2701 Alki Avenue SW)

Kirkland Choral Society will be aboard.

‘HEAD OVER HEELS’: 7:30 pm curtain for the ArtsWest (WSB sponsor) musical – check here for ticket availability, for tonight and other upcoming shows. (4711 California SW)

BLACK FRIDAY PARTY: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern – wear black for this party with The Moonspinners. $8 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

EVEN MORE in our Holiday Guide and Event Calendar!

(Rock Wren, uncommon local visitor photographed at Constellation Park by Jill Duffield)

Here’s what’s happening this Thanksgiving Eve. First, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

THANKSGIVING EVE SHOPPING: Some businesses have special hours tonight in case you are slamming to get everything done at the last minute. We’ve heard from two of them: Whole Foods Market-West Seattle (4755 Fauntleroy Way SW; WSB sponsor) is staying open one hour later, until 10 pm. Also, The Beer Junction (4511 California SW) will stay open two hours later, until 1 am.

MENASHE FAMILY LIGHTS: When we visited during setup on Monday night, they were expecting to turn on West Seattle’s brightest Christmas-lights display tonight. (5605 Beach Drive SW)

And from our year-round West Seattle Event Calendar:

BABY STORY TIME: 11:30 am at High Point Library. (3411 SW Raymond)

SMART PHONES FOR SENIORS: 1 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle, a free class in maximizing your smart phone. (4217 SW Oregon)

OPEN MIC NIGHT: Fully backlined ppen mic at The Skylark. Signups start at 7:30 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

THE SUPER KREWE: “Brass-band pre-turkey party” at Parliament Tavern, 9 pm. $8 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

While we don’t have a new photo of The West Seattle Turkey today – nothing since last week’s tower-crane visit – we do have that photo of the new Pigeon Point sign, sent by Pete Spalding. The neighborhood has a long tradition of whimsical, often also topical, signage. Now on to the highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

BABY STORY TIME X 2: 10:30 am at two local libraries – Southwest (9010 35th SW) and West Seattle/Admiral. (2306 42nd SW)

BOARD GAME HAPPY HOUR: 5-8 pm at Admiral Pub, presented by West Seattle Geeks. Free to play! 21+. (2306 California SW)

WOMEN’S PERSONAL-SAFETY TRAINING: Free training, 6 pm at the Southwest Precinct. Info and signup link are here. (2300 SW Webster)

BE ARTFULLY THANKFUL: Creative-journaling classes focusing on “meditative gratitude,” 6 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor) – ticket info in our calendar listing. (5612 California SW)

DISTRICT 1 COMMUNITY NETWORK: 7 pm at Duwamish Longhouse, all community-group reps and interested individuals are welcome. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

OPEN MIC X 2: Two tonight – jazz open mic at The Skylark, 8 pm (3803 Delridge Way SW); hosted by Joey V at Parliament Tavern, 9 pm. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

TUESDAY TRIVIA: “West Seattle’s sassiest trivia,” 8:30 pm with Devon at Admiral Pub. 21+. (2306 California SW)

SEE IT ALL AND MORE on our full calendar.

(Black-capped Chickadee, photographed by Trileigh Tucker)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

AGING WELL: Talk about it in a facilitated 1 pm group at the Senior Center of West Seattle. (4217 SW Oregon)

PUBLIC HEALTH CAFE: “A community cafe and storytelling event with Duwamish Valley neighbors and UW scientists Joel Kaufman and Edmund Seto” as a chance to learn and talk about air-quality problems in the Duwamish Valley. Spanish, Vietnamese, and Somali interpretation provided. 6 pm at Taqueria Rincon Express in South Park. (8819 14th Avenue S.)

WATERCOLOR CLASS: Taught by Jennifer Carrasco at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 6 pm. Contact the artist for enrollment info. (5612 California SW)

FAMILY STORY TIME: 7 pm at High Point Library. (3411 SW Raymond)

3 TRIVIA/QUIZ NIGHTS: Your Monday night options in West Seattle:
*Best of Hands Barrelhouse (7500 35th SW), 7 pm, $2/person, 21+
*The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), 7:30 pm, free, all ages
*Parliament Tavern (4210 SW Oregon), 8 pm, $2/person, 21+

PLAN YOUR HOLIDAY SEASON … with the frequently updated WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide!

(Spotted Sandpiper, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Good morning! Our highlights start with listings from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

SHOP ETHICALLY: Our Lady of Guadalupe’s Ethical Trade Sale, 9:30 am-1 pm in the OLG Walmesley Center. Details in our calendar listing. (7000 35th SW)

WREATH SALES: Pathfinder K-8 PTSA and students’ are selling handmade wreaths again this year – look for them in The Junction, just south of the Farmers’ Market. All proceeds go to supporting outdoor education. 10 am-2 pm. (California/Alaska)

PANCAKE BREAKFAST TICKETS: Stop by the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle booth at the south end of the Farmers’ Market to buy advance tickets for the December 7th holiday pancake breakfast. (California/Alaska)

And from our regular West Seattle Event Calendar:

PEACE LUTHERAN’S 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: Peace Lutheran Church in Gatewood celebrates its 75th anniversary today. You’re invited to see displays in the Fellowship Hall starting at 9:30 am. At 10:30 am, festival worship features guest preacher Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee, bishop of the Northwest Washington Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Full details – and some PLC history – are in our calendar listing. (39th/Thistle)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Last one before Thanksgiving – 10 am-2 pm in the street in the heart of The Junction. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

‘PLANT POWER BOWLS’ AUTHOR AT CLICK! Sapana Chandra is at Click! Design That Fits (WSB sponsor) 10 am-1 pm – buy the book, meet her, taste one of the recipes. (4540 California SW)

‘THE ORIGINALS’: 2 pm matinée for this world-premiere play at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

‘HEAD OVER HEELS’: 3 pm curtain for the first matinée of the new musical at ArtsWest (WSB sponsor) – check here for tickets. (4711 California SW)

CORREO AEREO: Afternoon music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 3-5 pm. No cover; all ages. (5612 California SW)

BENEFIT FOR THE ROOTS OF MUSIC: Music education for at-risk youth will benefit from the proceeds of this special show at The Skylark, with raffle prizes. 7 pm. All ages. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SEE THE FUTURE … by browsing the Holiday Guide and year-round Event Calendar!

(Photo by Robin Sinner, shared via the WSB Flickr group)

First – from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

EASTRIDGE CHURCH’S TURKEY/GROCERIES GIVEAWAY: Starting at 9 am hundreds of turkeys and bags of groceries will be given away at Eastridge Church. No proof of need required. Free coats available too. (4500 39th SW)

BAZAAR #1: Alki Masonic Center Holiday Bazaar, bake sale & food concessions too, 9 am-4 pm. (4736 40h SW)

BAZAAR #2: 10 am-3 pm, holiday bazaar/bake sale/rummage sale at The Kenney. (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)

BAZAAR #3: Arrowhead Gardens Holiday Bazaar, 10 am-3 pm. 20+ vendors! (9200 2nd SW)

OPEN HOUSE: Northwest Art & Frame Holiday Open House from 10 am to 5 pm: “There will be demos and discounts on various products, treats and goodies to snack on, and raffle drawings every 15 minutes.” (4733 California SW)

POP-UP LUXURY SHOP & HOME TOURS: Holiday Pop-Up Shopping – luxury clothes and jewelry – & Home Tours at WestBridge, noon-3 pm. Complimentary “small bites” too. (3601 Fauntleroy SW)

WHITE CENTER POP-UP MARKET: The White Center Community Development Association is presenting the first Community Pop-Up Market, 1 pm-5 pm: “Local artists, makers, and chefs will be showcasing and selling the products that they create with community. All proceeds will go to the local vendors.” (9630 16th SW)

BEER CHURCH TURKEY BOWL: 5:30-8 pm at West Seattle Bowl – lanes are sold out but you’re invited to join the party – donate food to the West Seattle Food Bank, get in on raffles, drink the Beer Church‘s new IPA, the list goes on. More info in our preview. (39th/Oregon)

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

KICKBALL SATURDAY: Highland Park Elementary‘s announcement of the new salmon “mural” in progress included an invitation for you to join this community event at the school today, 9:30 am. (1012 SW Trenton)

MINI-CHEER CAMP: 10 am-1 pm at West Seattle High School – info here. (3000 California SW)

(Friday night sunset – with sea lions in the distance – by Nathan Drackett)

‘HEAD OVER HEELS’: 7:30 pm curtain for the third night of the new musical at ArtsWest (WSB sponsor) – check here for tickets. (4711 California SW)

REX GREGORY: 8 pm at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor) on Alki, New Orleans-based saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist Rex Gregory performs. Tickets here! (2808 Alki SW)

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION BENEFIT: Enjoy live music and give the Alzheimer’s Association a boost tonight at The Skylark, 8 pm – details here. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

‘THE ORIGINALS’: 8 pm curtain for this world-premiere play at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

JOE T. COOK BLUES BAND CD RELEASE: 8 pm-midnight at Poggie Tavern, high-energy old-school Chicago and Texas Blues, Swing, and Originals, celebrating the new CD “Doghouse Joe.”

(Photo by Thomas Gotchy)

No cover. 21+. (4717 California SW)

DANCE PARTY: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern, with Will Rainier & The Pines, Ouija Boob, DJ Sheila Weeeee, DJ Dead Air. $8 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

LOOK AHEAD … via the Holiday Guide and year-round Event Calendar!

(Common Merganser, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Here are highlights for the rest of your Friday! From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

WEST SEATTLE GARDEN CLUB: 10:30 am-2 pm at Daystar – you are welcome for any part of the day. (2615 SW Barton)

FRIDAY AFTERNOON MOVIE: “Songcatcher” (2000) at the Senior Center of West Seattle, 1 pm. $1 members/$2 nonmembers, popcorn included! (4217 SW Oregon)

THE WESTY TURNS 5: Celebrate starting at 4 pm with specials, free games, a celebratory IPA, and more – details here. (7908 35th SW)

JULIAN FOREST: Singer-songwriter performs live at the Pacific Room on Alki (WSB sponsor), 7 pm. No cover. All ages. (2808 Alki SW)

BOBCAT BOB: Popular performer at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

‘HEAD OVER HEELS’: 7:30 pm curtain for the second night of the new musical at ArtsWest (WSB sponsor) – check here for tickets. (4711 California SW)

‘THE ORIGINALS’: 8 pm curtain for this world-premiere play at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

THE HONKY TONKERS: Get in the swing of things at 9 pm at Parliament Tavern. $8 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

PREVIEW THE WEEKEND … via our West Seattle Holiday Guide and year-round Event Calendar!

(Ship traffic off Alki, photographed by Jim Borrow)

First, from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOLIDAY KICKOFF: The West Seattle Chamber of Commerce‘s November “After Hours” event kicks off the holidays at Westwood Village, starting at Wyatt’s Jewelers (WSB sponsor) at 5:30 pm. (2600 SW Barton)

And from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

SOUND TRANSIT BOARD TALKS I-976: Two weeks after the election, the Sound Transit Board talks about the effects of I-976 during its 1:30-4 pm meeting at the boardroom downtown. Here’s the agenda (PDF); you can watch live here. (401 S. Jackson)

CLIMATE CHANGE: Presentation tonight at the West Seattle (Admiral) Library, 5:30 pm. (2306 42nd SW)

WEST SEATTLE LIGHT RAIL: What happens next? This Sound Transit “neighborhood forum” is meant for you to hear about and talk about it. 6 pm at Alki Masonic Center in The Junction. (4736 40th SW)

AMERICANA MUSIC: Curtis Moore at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor), 6-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (2808 Alki SW)

SHAUNA AHERN: The author of “Gluten-Free Girl” reads from her new book “Enough” at Paper Boat Booksellers, 6 pm. (6040 California SW)

EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Future middle-schooler in the house? You’re invited to learn about Explorer West Middle School (WSB sponsor) at tonight’s open house, 6:30 pm. (10015 28th SW)

CAMP SECOND CHANCE’S FUTURE: As announced last month, the tiny-house encampment’s future will be addressed a city-convened meeting at the Joint Training Facility in southeast West Seattle at 6:30 pm. (9401 Myers Way S.)

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: Board meeting at 7 pm, community welcome, Alki UCC parlor. (6115 SW Hinds)

‘HEAD OVER HEELS’ OPENING NIGHT: 7:30 pm curtain at ArtsWest for the new musical. A few tickets remain – check here. (4711 California SW)

SCREENAGERS, NEXT CHAPTER: The documentary focuses on how to help your teens deal in a screen-focused world. As previewed here, a free showing (donations accepted to cover costs) starts at 7:30 pm in the auditorium at Chief Sealth International High School, presented by the CSIHS PTSA. All welcome. (2600 SW Thistle)

ECLECTIC ROCK: Three bands at Parliament Tavern, $8 cover, 9 pm. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Pileated Woodpecker, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

EQUITY IN SPECIAL EDUCATION: Noon-2 pm at Bethaday Community Learning Space in White Center, the Equity in Education Coalition hosts its monthly Lunch and Learn, focused this month on equity in special education. (605 SW 108th)

PUMP-HOUSE LANDMARK NOMINATION: 3:30 pm, the Landmarks Preservation Board meets at City Hall, with the landmark nomination of the SW Spokane Pump House on the agenda, as previewed here last month. The meeting in the Boards and Commissions Room is open to the public. (600 4th Avenue)

THAT GRATITUDE GUY: With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s time to get thankful. 6 pm reception and 6:30 presentation at The Kenney (WSB sponsor) – info here. (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)

WEST SEATTLE TIMEBANK MEETUP: Come find out about timebanking, if you’re not already a member! 6:30 pm potluck – bring something if you can (not required) – and gift-card making. Meeting this time at The Mount. (4831 35th SW(

‘HEAD OVER HEELS’ PREVIEW NIGHT: The new production at ArtsWest (WSB sponsor) is about to open, and you’re invited to tonight’s preview performance, 7:30 pm. Get your “pay what you can” ticket(s) here. (4711 California SW)

THE SUFFERING F-HEADS: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

SEE EVERYTHING … via our complete calendar!

(Photo by Monica Zaborac)

When we have recent West Seattle Turkey sightings to share – seven months in the neighborhood now! – it’s #TurkeyTuesday, so here we go! Still in the greater Admiral area. Meantime, on with the calendar highlights:

SSC HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT INFO SESSION: 10 am at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor), find out about the bachelor’s-degree program in Hospitality Management.

BABY STORY TIME X 2: 10:30 am at two local libraries – Southwest (9010 35th SW) and West Seattle/Admiral. (2306 42nd SW)

POET @ SENIOR CENTER: 1 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle, Marjorie Laughlin shares poems from her first collection of poetry. (4217 SW Oregon)

(Photo by Peter Trueblood)

DINE-OUT FUNDRAISERS X 2: 4-8 pm at Chipotle in The Junction (4730 California SW) for the West Seattle Booster Club; 5-10 pm at Circa in Admiral for Louisa Boren STEM K-8. (2605 California SW)

MOMS DEMAND ACTION: Local elected officials are expected at tonight’s West Seattle meeting:

Now that the election results are in, join us at our monthly meeting Tuesday Nov. 19th from 6-8 pm in West Seattle where we will have a fantastic opportunity to hear directly from state and city leaders on what they are doing to help reduce gun violence. We will be joined by West Seattle’s state representatives Eileen Cody, and Joe Fitzgibbon along with Sen. Joe Nguyen. Seattle District 1 Councilmember Lisa Herbold will also join us. To join this special legislative roundtable, email westseattle.momsdemandaction@gmail.com to RSVP and for location information. Bring any questions you have about state and local efforts to curb gun violence.

SINGER/SONGWRITER CONTEST: At the Pacific Room on Alki:

This Tuesday Pacific Room Alki is partnering with Queery to hosts a wholly unique kind of music event.

Tuesday evening 6 artists will have the opportunity to showcase their musical and songwriting skills for a chance to win a $200 cash prize, free food and drinks for the night, and a chance to play a paid gig at Pacific Room Alki.

Winner is audience choice! Come enjoy some fine food and drinks, and cast your ballot for your favorite artist! This event is free to the public. Artists of all genres welcome – Original Songs Only. If you would like to compete, and receive more info, please email: jonny@pacificroomalki.com

(2808 Alki SW)

UNPLUGGED – A MUSICAL GATHERING: Acoustic jam, 7-9 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), all ages, no cover. (5612 California SW)

OPEN MIC X 2: Two tonight – jazz open mic at The Skylark, 8 pm (3803 Delridge Way SW); hosted by Joey V at Parliament Tavern, 9 pm. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

MORE! on our full calendar.

(Dark-eyed Junco, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

First, from the just-launched WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

PANCAKE-BREAKFAST TICKETS: Get yours in advance for a discount at the West Seattle Kiwanis booth at the south end of the Farmers’ Market today, 10 am-2 pm. The breakfast – with Santa photos! – is on December 7th. (California/Alaska)

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Peace Lutheran Church Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale, noon-3 pm. Free kids’ crafts. (39th/Thistle)

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

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: See what’s fresh, 10 am-2 pm, in the street in the heart of The Junction. (California SW between SW Alaska and SW Oregon)

BRUNCH LAUNCH: As noted earlier this week, Lady Jaye in The Junction starts weekend-brunch service today, 10 am-2 pm. (4523 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE ARTIST AT MCCAW HALL: In conjunction with Pacific Northwest Ballet‘s “Locally Sourced” performances, which conclude at 1 pm today, local artists including West Seattle’s Babs Fulton are showng work at the hall. Here’s one of three pieces being shown by Babs:

She explains, “My 3 pieces are funky tributes to Seattle, our music history and of course the ‘gone, but not ever forgotten’ Viaduct!” Ballet ticket info here. (321 Mercer St.)

OUNCES ANNIVERSARY PARTY, WITH CAMEL! 2 pm-5:30 pm, the taproom/beer garden in North Delridge conclues its third-anniversary party – with Crackles the camel there 3-5:30 pm. (3809 Delridge Way SW)

SEATTLE SWING DANCE CLUB: 4-9:30 pm at Alki Masonic Center – schedule and pricing are here. (4736 40th SW)

HIGHEST OF HEELS, OKAY-ISH, LEILANI NITKEY: 5 pm at The Skylark, all ages, $5 cover. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

FAIRGROUND: West Seattle duo, iive at the Pacific Room on Alki, 6-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (2808 Alki SW)

BLUEGRASS JAM: 7 pm at Whisky West. No cover. 21+. (6451 California SW)

LOOK INTO THE FUTURE … via our complete calendar and newly published Holiday Guide!

(Steller’s Jay, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

SO much happening today/tonight. First, from the just-launched WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:

BAZAAR AT THE MOUNT: Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale at Providence Mount St. Vincent, 9 am-4 pm. (4831 35th SW)

BAZAAR AT PEACE LUTHERAN: Peace Lutheran Church Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale, 10 am-4 pm. Hot lunch available for purchase. Free kids’ crafts. (39th/Thistle)

BAZAAR & BOOKS IN WHITE CENTER: White Center Library Guild Holiday Bazaar & Book Sale, 10 am-3 pm at the library. (1409 SW 107th)

NURSERY OPEN HOUSE: West Seattle Nursery holiday open house, 11 am-2 pm, with special presentations and demonstrations, plus free coffee. (California/Brandon)

TRUE VALUE OPEN HOUSE & FOOD DRIVE: Junction True Value Holiday Open House. Be sure to bring nonperishable food for the West Seattle Food Bank, 10 am-2 pm. “Ugly sweater” contest too! (4747 44th SW)

WEST SEATTLE CRANKSGIVING: Join West Seattle Bike Connections in a unique food drive with cargo bikes, meet at 10 am at West Seattle Food Bank. (3419 SW Morgan)

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

HELP HEAL ROXHILL BOG: 10 am-2 pm at Roxhill Park – last we heard, they could still use a few more volunteers to replant the site damaged in a peat fire two years ago. (29th/Barton)

HIGHLAND PARK IMPROVEMENT CLUB’S 100TH BIRTHDAY PARTY: 11 am-3 pm, celebrate the centennial of this community gathering place! Actually, that phrase barely begins to describe HPIC. Go learn about its past and get excited about its future. Here’s a pic from just a corner of the setup:

11 am-3 pm, mostly open-house style but there’ll be some short talks at 1 pm. Admission free. (1116 SW Holden)

SOUTH PARK PLAZA DESIGN: 11 am-1 pm, visit the future site of South Park Plaza to talk with Seattle Parks about site design. (8456 Dallas Ave. S.)

CARMILIA’S 17TH ANNIVERSARY: As previewed here earlier this week, Carmilia’s Boutique in The Junction is celebrating 17 years in business! Open 11 am-6 pm with “new deliveries and specials all day.” (4528 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE MURALS TOUR: Want to learn about our neighborhood’s historic murals? Meet at noon outside the Junction Post Office for this tour guided by historian Clay Eals, presented by Atlas Obscura. $30/person. More info here. (4412 California SW)

LOVE MOUNT RAINIER? Noon-3 pm pop-up at Alair with Rainier Watch and their gear. (3270 California SW)

CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE DAY @ PATHFINDER: 1-4 pm, all are welcome to visit Pathfinder K-8 on Pigeon Point for Confucius Institute Day and the opening of the school’s Confucius classroom. Chinese cultural performances and lunch, too. (1901 SW Genesee)

(added) ART OPENING: West Seattleite (and longtime WSB contributing photojournalist!) Christopher Boffoli is opening a new exhibition “Big Appetites ‘Bite Sized’ – New work from the ongoing series of fine-art photographs of tiny people and food.” Reception is 1-3 pm at Winston Wachter Fine Art. The show continues through December 21st. (203 Dexter Ave. N. in South Lake Union)

(added) OUNCES TURNS 3! 2 pm-10 pm, the taproom/beer garden in North Delridge celebrates its third anniversary. Free nachos! Cake! More! Schedule and details are here. (3809 Delridge Way SW)

‘A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS’: At 5 pm, St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church presents “A Light in the Darkness: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Service of Hope and Healing.” The church says, “All are invited to come and sit, pray, listen, and hopefully begin to heal.” (3050 California SW)

CHIEF SEALTH IHS BENEFIT: 5 pm at the Brockey Center. (6000 16th SW)

MUSIC AND FILM AT THE LONGHOUSE: 5 pm at the Duwamish Tribe Longhouse, the Social Justice Film Institute presents “Öngtupqa” and a Hopi flute performance. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

ALKI ELEMENTARY BENEFIT: 5:30 pm at The Hall at Fauntleroy. (9131 California SW)

WOMEN MAKE ART: At Paper Boat Booksellers, “a poetry And literary night featuring 4 poetry readings and one artist presentation, all by local women.” 6-8 pm. (6040 California SW)

ROO & THE FEW, AND FRIENDS: 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), “eclectic mix of originals and covers.” All ages. No cover. (5612 California SW)

AT THE PACIFIC ROOM: Award-winning tenor saxophonist Anton Schwartz brings his jazz to the Pacific Room on Alki, 8 pm. Ticket info here. (2808 Alki SW)

‘THE ORIGINALS’: 8 pm curtain for this world-premiere play at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

AT PARLIAMENT TAVERN: K.O. Electric, Afrocop, and Syrinx Effect, 9 pm. $10 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

ADMIRAL PUB RE-GRAND-OPENING: As reported here last weekend, Admiral Pub has new owners, and they’re inviting you to celebrate the “re-grand-opening” at 9:30 tonight with an ’80s party. 21+. (2306 California SW)

LOOK INTO THE FUTURE … via our complete calendar and newly published Holiday Guide!

(California Sea Lion, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Friday highlights!

HOLIDAY BAZAAR AND BAKE SALE: Happening until 4 pm today, and again 9 am-4 pm tomorrow, at Providence Mount St. Vincent. (4831 35th SW)

CARMILIA’S 17TH ANNIVERSARY: As previewed here earlier this week, Carmilia’s Boutique in The Junction is celebrating 17 years in business! Open 11 am-6 pm today and … there’s cake. Also “new deliveries and specials all day.” (4528 California SW)

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT: West Seattle High School‘s junior ASB is presenting a “Parents Night Out babysitting service” 5:30-10 pm, “for kids ages 3 (potty trained) to 11. Cost is $35 dollars per child or $30 with two or more cans of food that will be donated to the West Seattle Food Bank, if you sign up 2 or more kids it the price becomes $25 dollars per child. This includes pizza, snacks, crafts, games, and a movie! Many of the sitters are CPR trained.” Email wshsco2021@gmail.com ASAP to see if there’s still room. (3000 California SW)

LIVE MUSIC AND FOOD DRIVE: 6-9 pm at West Seattle Grounds, acoustic set by Laura Bermes – get a drimk discount if you bring a donation for the West Seattle Food Bank. (2141 California SW)

SKI MOVIE: “Return to Send’er.” Presented at 7 pm by Mountain to Sound Outfitters, at American Legion Post 160. Doors open at 6:30: “Come early for the cash bar and gear raffle.” Tickets at the door. (3618 SW Alaska)

SIGGIE THE VINTAGE MAN: Solo acoustic Americana, 7-9 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor).

No cover; all ages. (5612 California SW)

‘A FEW GODD MEN,’ CLOSING NIGHT: 7:30 pm, last chance to see “A Few Good Men” at West Seattle High School.

Ticket info here – veterans get in free. (3000 California SW)

THE SLAGS: 9 pm at Poggie Tavern. No cover. 21+. (4717 California SW)

PREVIEW THE WEEKEND … via our complete calendar and newly published Holiday Guide!

(Leucistic crow near Lincoln Park, photo by Mark Ahlness, shared via the WSB Flickr group)

Highlights for the rest of your Thursday, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

BELL CHOIR CLASS: Make music for the holidays! Free 1 pm class at the Senior Center of West Seattle – but call to see if there’s room! (4217 SW Oregon)

KAREN MASON BLAIR BOOK SIGNING: 4-8 pm at Easy Street Records, meet the rock photographer and buy her new book. (California/Alaska)

WEST SEATTLE ART WALK: Art and music tonight, in The Junction and beyond, 5 pm “until late”! Here’s the venue list/map:

Many of the artists are previewed on the WSAW website, as we noted earlier this week. You’re also invited to enjoy another Art of Music performance, with Byron Street Swing performing 6-7:40 pm at Great American Diner/Bar. (4752 California SW)

JAZZ AT THE PACIFIC ROOM: Pianist/singer-songwriter Jonas Myers performs tonight, 5-7 pm, at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor). No cover. All ages. (2808 Alki SW)

UPGRADED PLAYGROUND FOR DELRIDGE? If you’re interested, be at this brief community meeting, 5:45 pm. A teacher/parent is leading the project to improve the playground at Louisa Boren STEM K-8, for use by the community too. (5950 Delridge Way SW)

VOLLEYBALL PLAYOFFS: West Seattle High School has made it to the SeaKing District Tournament and opens play with a must-win game tonight vs. Interlake at Lakeside. (14050 1st Ave. NE)

MIKE PURDY: The presidential historian is featured in this month’s Words, Writers, West Seattle event at Southwest Library, 6 pm. (9010 35th SW)

EMILY LYNN PAULSON: Author of “Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life,” at Paper Boat Booksellers, 6-7 pm. (6040 California SW)

AVIATION PROGRAM OPEN HOUSE: Learn about studying Aeronautical Technology at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) during this open house, 6-7 pm. (6000 16th SW)

OPEN MIC FOR ALL: 7-9 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), all ages, all genres, all skill levels. (5612 California SW)

‘A FEW GOOD MEN’: Your next chance to see the West Seattle High School Drama Club production, 7:30 pm curtain. Ticket info (veterans free!) is in our calendar listing. (3000 California SW)

CECIL MOSES & THE SG’S: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern: “Another Thursday Sandbox with Bobby Heinemann featuring Cecil Moses & The SGs.” $5 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

SEE WHAT ELSE IS UP AND/OR LOOK AHEAD … by browsing our complete calendar!

(Red-breasted Sapsucker, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

SUPPORT FOR WRITERS: 6 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library, facilitated by Hugo House. (2306 42nd SW)

LGBTQ TEEN MEETUP: Second meetup for local teens organized by the Gender Family Alliance, 7 pm – info here; contact organizers for location.

POEMS AND STORIES: 7 pm PoetryBridge event at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7 pm. This month’s featured readers are Paul Nelson and T. Clear. All ages. (5612 California SW)

Q&A WITH YOUR LEGISLATORS: State Sen.Joe Nguyen and Reps. Eileen Cody and Joe Fitzgibbon are in the spotlight to answer your questions at a “town hall” during tonight’s 34th District Democrats meeting, 7 pm at The Hall at Fauntleroy. All welcome. (9131 California SW)

‘A FEW GOOD MEN’: Second week begins for the West Seattle High School Drama Club production, 7:30 pm curtain. Ticket info (veterans free!) is in our calendar listing. (3000 California SW)

AT PARLIAMENT TAVERN: “It’s another Joe Doria Wednesday! This month featuring Eric Eagle and Brian Monroney.” 9 pm. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

MORE TODAY/TONIGHT/BEYOND … on our complete calendar.

(Double-crested Cormorant, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

LEARNING BUDDIES – MATH: 4 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library, teen volunteers are there to help K-5 students via math games and activities. (2306 42nd SW)

GREATER WEST SEATTLE MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION NIGHT: 6 pm, 13 independent and public middle schools from West Seattle and vicinity have reps all in one place, at Our Lady of Guadalupe‘s Walmesley Center – see the list here. (7000 35th SW)

ADMIRAL NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION: Live/work/study/play in the Admiral area? Get involved! The ANA’s every-other-month meeting is 6;30 pm at Admiral Congregational Church – agenda’s in our calendar listing. (4320 SW Hill)

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY’S ANNUAL MEETING: First-ever membership meeting for the West Seattle Tool Library! 7 pm at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

FAUNTEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: Monthly board meeting – community always welcome. 7 pm at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse conference room; agenda’s in our calendar listing. (9131 California SW)

OPEN MICS: Two tonight – jazz open mic at The Skylark, 8 pm (3803 Delridge Way SW); hosted by Joey V at Parliament Tavern, 9 pm. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

MORE! on our full calendar.

(Anna’s Hummingbird, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Welcome to Sunday. Go, Sounders! Here’s what else is up:

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: See what’s fresh at this week’s market, 10 am-2 pm in the street in the heart of The Junction. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

BUY YOUR BREAKFAST TICKETS: While you’re at the Farmers’ Market, visit the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle< booth at the south end, and buy advance discount tickets for their December 7th pancake breakfast, a holiday tradition. WSB is among the community co-sponsors. (California/Alaska)

MEET OUR MAKERS: That’s the theme for the holiday market you’ll find inside Alair today, 10 am-4 pm, with some of their best-selling local makers on site, as shown here. (3270 California SW)

THE NOT-ITS: This way-fun group performs the second concert in the Kindiependent series at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse, 10:30 am. Tickets here. (9131 California SW)

FAUNTLEROY FINE ART & HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW: 11 am-2 pm, your last chance to catch this year’s show, with 18 local artists participating. Don’t miss the milliners!

In the Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy Church. (9140 California SW)

JUNCTION HOLIDAY PREVIEW: As noted here, this shopping event continues today. Spend $20 or more, get an ornament! Participants are listed here. (Multiple merchants)

NEW GIRL SCOUT TROOP: 4th graders and their families interested in formation of a new troop are invited to this meeting, 4-5 pm at Alki UCC. (6115 SW Hinds)

BENEFIT COFFEEHOUSE CONCERT: Hear the music of award-winning balafon artist Naby Camara, bid on cool silent-auction items, all while helping raise money to build a dormitory that will help girls stay in school in Tanzania. 6-8 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), as previewed here. $20 at the door. (5612 California SW)

STEVE RYALS: Live at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor) on Alki, 6-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (2808 Alki SW)

NEIL YOUNG TRIBUTE: Rubies in the Dust at Parliament Tavern, 8 pm. $10 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Seen at Don Armeni Boat Ramp. Photo by Steven Director)

Happy weekend!

HIGHLAND PARK HOLIDAY BAZAAR: 10 am-3 pm, 24 vendors have unique offerings for you at Highland Park Improvement Club‘s annual bazaar. Shop and enjoy food/drink. (1116 SW Holden)

FAUNTLEROY FINE ART & HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW: 10 am-4 pm, second day you can see and shop the work of 18 local artists.

Participants are listed here. Find them in the Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy Church. (9140 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE JUNCTION HOLIDAY PREVIEW: As noted here, this shopping event continues today and Sunday. (Multiple merchants)

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

CANNA WEST CULTURE SHOP TURNS 1: First-anniversary party at Canna West Culture Shop (WSB sponsor), noon-5 pm. Free massages, music, refreshments, more! (5435 California SW)

LINE DANCE PARTY & POTLUCK: 1:30 pm at High Point Community Center. (6920 34th SW)

‘DANIEL & THE DREAMCATCHER’: 2 pm at Kenyon Hall, “a comic operetta for young audiences.” Ticket information is in our listing. (7904 35th SW)

FREE DINNER FOR VETERANS: 5:30-7 pm at American Legion Post 160 in The Triangle, it’s an annual tradition – a spaghetti dinner will be served for free to veterans and their families. Just drop in! (3618 SW Alaska)

JAZZ AT THE PACIFIC ROOM: Award-winning jazz trumpeter, composer, producer Thomas Marriott performs at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor), 7 pm. Tickets here. (2808 Alki SW)

BLUES AT C & P: 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), the Jump Monkeys perform. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

‘A FEW GOOD MEN’: Third night of the West Seattle High School Drama Club production, 7:30 pm curtain.

Ticket info (veterans free!) is in our calendar listing. (3000 California SW)

JAZZ AT KENYON HALL: Rebecca Kilgore and the Ray Skjelbred Trio perform for a second night, 7:30 pm at Kenyon Hall. Ticket info is in our calendar listing. (7904 35th SW)

THE PORNADOS: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern. $10 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Golden Pheasant on Genesee Hill, photographed by Christopher Mitchell)

WEST SEATTLE JUNCTION HOLIDAY PREVIEW: As noted last night, this shopping event starts today and continues through Sunday. (Multiple merchants)

FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES: 1 pm at Senior Center of West Seattle, 1940’s “Foreign Correspondent” is this week’s “Greatest Movie You’ve Never Heard Of.” $1 members/$2 members. (4217 SW Oregon)

FAUNTLEROY FINE ART AND GIFT SHOW: First of three days, 5-8 pm at Fauntleroy Church. Participating artists are listed here. (9140 California SW)

SPARKLE! VAIN (WSB sponsor) offers your hair and nails a chance to sparkle tonight, 5-9 pm. Details here. (4513 California SW)

(Thursday night sunset, photographed by Kersti Muul)

FOOTBALL: West Seattle High School plays Evergreen HS at 7 pm tonight, Southwest Athletic Complex. (2801 SW Thistle)

SONGWRITERS’ SHOWCASE: Monthly showcase at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

‘A FEW GOOD MEN’: Second night of the West Seattle High School Drama Club production, 7:30 pm curtain. Ticket info (veterans free!) is in our calendar listing. (3000 California SW)

JAZZ AT KENYON HALL: Rebecca Kilgore and the Ray Skjelbred Trio, 7:30 pm at Kenyon Hall. Ticket info’s in our calendar listing. (7904 35th SW)

BLUES AT THE PACIFIC ROOM: Award-winning blues artist Sheri Roberts Greimes performs at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor), 8 pm. Tickets here. (2808 Alki SW)

TRIPLE BILL: Knick Knack Records artists Gravelroad, Low Hums, and Sweet Jesus at Parliament Tavern, 9 pm. $8 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

PREVIEW THE WEEKEND … via our complete calendar!

(Sunrise from the bridge – photo sent by Donn – click to enlarge)

Highlights for the hours ahead:

HOLIDAY TASTE: The West Seattle Thriftway (WSB sponsor) sampling event is happening at the store 4-7 pm. (4201 SW Morgan)

SOCCER: West Seattle High School girls play for Metro League 4th place at 5 pm at Southwest Athletic Complex vs. Holy Names. (2801 SW Thistle)

JONAS MYERS: Live jazz at the Pacific Room (WSB sponsor), 6 pm. No cover. All ages. (2808 Alki SW)

DESIGN REVIEW FOR 4508 CALIFORNIA SW PROJECT: As previewed here, the Southwest Design Review Board will take another look at this West Seattle Junction mixed-use project tonight at 6:30 pm, Senior Center/Sisson Building. Meeting includes a public-comment period. (4217 SW Oregon)

BILL DAVIE: Alternative-folk music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

‘A FEW GOOD MEN’: Opening night of the West Seattle High School Drama Club production, 7:30 pm curtain. Here’s a preview:

Ticket info (veterans free!) in our calendar listing. (3000 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE SOUL: Big night of funk/soul music at Parliament Tavern, 9 pm. $10 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

AND MORE … see the full lineup on our complete calendar.

(Northern Flicker, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Highlights for the hours ahead:

VFW RENOVATIONS: A volunteer effort with The Mission Continues, the Seahawks, and others is happening inside the VFW Post 2713 hall in The Triangle, now through 2 pm. You’re welcome to join in. (3601 SW Alaska)

DANCE TIME WITH LAUREN PETRIE: Dancing at the Senior Center of West Seattle with live music by Lauren Petrie. $5 members/$7 nonmembers. No-host bar. (4217 SW Oregon)

FREE GROUP RUN: The weather’s still dry! Celebrate by running with West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor), 6:15 pm. (2743 California SW)

SOUTHWEST DISTRICT COUNCIL’S FUTURE: Will the group continue meeting? If you want to be part of the discussion, be there 6:30 pm at the Senior Center/Sisson Building. (4217 SW Oregon)

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

THE LOOSE HEELS: Kick up your heels with this country band, 8 pm at Parliament Tavern. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

It’s Election Day – the voting ends tonight and the vote-counting begins. We found three candidates signwaving in the fog around 8 am at the 35th/Fauntleroy entrance to the West Seattle Bridge. West to east:

WHAT’S ON THE BALLOT: Doing last-minute research? All the links are here. If you want one last look/listen in the City Council District 1, find all our coverage archived here.

VOTING DEADLINE: 8 pm tonight if you’re using a King County Elections dropbox; earlier if you’re using postal mail – you need to be sure your ballot gets postmarked with today’s date. No stamp necessary. If you need voting assistance, the county vote centers are open until 8 pm.

ELECTION RESULTS: As usual, there will be one set of results released, expected somewhere in the 8:05-8:15 pm vicinity. After that, weekday afternoon updates until everything’s counted.

ELECTION NIGHT PARTIES: So far we know of three – same three candidates we found out signwaving – Herbold at Great American Diner/Bar (4752 California SW), Tavel at Talarico’s (4728 California SW), McDermott at Pizzeria 22 (4213 SW College). Any others? westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Other highlights after this #TurkeyTuesday photo of The West Seattle Turkey, now in our area for 6_ months:

The photo is from Lauren, who explains, “Realized I haven’t seen any turkey photos on the blog lately. Probably because the turkey spends about 1/2 her time in my backyard. She is kind of like that friend your teenager has: they’re over all the time, eats all your food – and you’re kind of annoyed by it, but you know they don’t have a great home life, so you just roll with it, and now they’re an honorary member of your family. That’s the West Seattle Turkey for us.” Now, on to the non-election highlights:

BABY STORY TIME X 2: Two options for you and your up-to-1-year-old: 10:30 am at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW) and West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW).

DREAM DINNERS OPEN HOUSE: 6 pm-8 pm, sample the holiday menu, meet the new owners, and – if you are new to Dream Dinners (WSB sponsor) – assemble a free dinner to take home. RSVP – the info’s in our calendar listing. (4701 41st SW)

UNDOING RACISM & TEACHING EQUITY TO CHILDREN: 6-8:30 pm workshop at Alki Elementary, led by Families of Color Seattle. All welcome – RSVP info is in our calendar listing. (3010 59th SW)

PAWS ON PATROL: 6:30 pm at the Southwest Precinct, dog owners and their well-behaved pups are welcome at this second training meeting for the new SPD program encouraging them to be on the lookout for crime/safety issues while out walking. (2300 SW Webster)

WEST SEATTLE BIKE CONNECTIONS: 6:30 pm at Neighborhood House High Point, monthly meeting. (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

SOCCER: 7 pm at Southwest Athletic Complex, West Seattle High School plays Roosevelt for third place in the Metro League and a spot at the state tournament. (2801 SW Thistle)

SEE ALL THE LISTINGS: Browse our complete calendar here.