West Seattle Event Calendar

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Nov
20
Wed
ONGOING: Pottering Series at the Clay Cauldron @ times vary
Nov 20 all-day

Pottering Series at the Clay Cauldron
Instructor Lora Radford

Explore the world of clay at the Clay Cauldron. Classes are now open for the Autumn 2024 and Winter 2025 quarters. The Pottering series is designed for beginner potters who enjoy learning how to create simple, yet functional ceramics. You will learn various techniques including rolling, forming, smoothing, pinch pots, and glazing.

The classes are limited to six students to maintain a hands-on and immersive experience. Experience the world of pottery by yourself or bring some friends. You will be a part of the pottery community of creators as we explore the medium together.

Your creations will be glazed and fired in the kiln. You can pick up your creations 3 weeks after the class. The Pottering instructor will email you when your piece is ready. Please pick up your piece within 14 days of the email.

15 mins Welcome and overview

75 mins Hand building

15 mins Break and glazing transition

60 mins Glazing

15 mins Clean up and payment

Payment: Venmo/PayPal/Credit Card + $1.50 fee

$40 per class

3 HRs

Includes: Clay, tools, glazing, kiln firing, guided instruction

Bring: Snacks and beverages (wine, beer or nonalcoholic)

Optional: Apron

Register at potteringclasses@gmail.com with your name, class title, and class date. You will receive a confirmation email and also a reminder email 3 days before your class.

The Clay Cauldron is located at 5214 Delridge Way SW

Street parking is available

For Questions about the Pottering Series: Email Lora potteringclasses@gmail.com

For Questions about the Clay Cauldron: Email Frances theclaycauldron5214@gmail.com

Make a Luminary

Create a pierced constellation, ceramic luminary. Reminiscent of the night sky, your handmade luminary emanates a soft glow when lit with a candle. You will learn slab rolling, piercing, joining, and glazing.

Friday, September 13 – 6pm to 9pm

Saturday, October 5 – 1pm to 4pm (Autumn theme)

Saturday, November 16 – 1pm to 4pm (Snowflake theme)

Make Two Bee Bowls

Thirsty pollinators will celebrate your garden with two flower-inspired staked bee bowls. Each bee bowl will be completed with a teeny tiny bee. You will learn how to create pinch pots, roll and form clay, use techniques to create a flower and glazing.

Wednesday, September 18 – 6pm to 9pm

Saturday, March 15 – 1pm to 4pm

Wednesday, March 19 – 6pm to 9pm

Make a Botanical Bowl

Using stones and botanicals forged from the natural environment, your botanical bowl will be hand-formed around large stones with pressed leaves. You will learn slab rolling, pressing, smoothing, forming, glazing.

Friday, September 27 – 6pm to 9pm

Wednesday, November 20 – 6pm to 9pm

Monday, January 27 – 6pm to 9pm

Make a Travel Mug

Take your creativity to go. Create a ceramic travel mug or rounded travel cup. Each mug or cup is complete with a reusable straw. You’ll choose the style. You will learn slab rolling, knife work, smoothing, joining, and glazing.

Saturday, September 28 – 11am to 2pm

Friday, December 13 – 6pm to 9pm

Wednesday, February 19 – 6pm to 9pm

Make a Dog Dish

Woof! Your puppers deserves a custom dog dish. You decide the size of the dish based on your dog’s desire. You will customize your dog dish by stamping the name of your pup and an *imprint of their paw! You will learn slab rolling, joining, stamping, smoothing and glazing. Food safe finish.

*We will arrange prior to your class a piece of clay wrapped in plastic wrap you can pick up from the studio.

Friday, October 11 – 6pm to 9pm

Monday, January 6 – 6pm to 9pm

Saturday, March 1 – 1pm to 4pm

Make Small Cat Bowl

Meow! Create the cutest of cat bowls. Your bowl is crafted to look like your cat! The bowl is designed with cat ears and the instructor will give you direction how to paint to *resemble your feline. You will stamp your kitty’s name for a final flourish. You will learn slab rolling, joining, smoothing, stamping, forming, painting and glazing. Food safe finish.

*Bring a picture of your cat looking at your phone camera or photograph for reference.

Wednesday, October 16 – 6pm to 9pm

Wednesday, January 15 – 6pm to 9pm

Monday, February 3 – 6pm to 6pm

Make a Spiral Serving Bowl

This unique out-of-this-world spiral galaxy bowl will be a showstopper on any table. Large enough to hold charcuterie snacks, dip, crackers and other assorted delights. You will learn slab rolling, cutting, smoothing, forming, joining and glazing. Food safe finish.

Friday, October 25 – 6pm to 9pm

Saturday, December 7 – 11am to 2pm

Monday, February 10 – 6pm to 9pm

Instructor bio: Lora enjoys the mindfulness of creating forms that mirror the natural world. She finds ways to envision nature and turn it into functionality. Her practice of making pottery is centered by her joy of teaching and guiding others.

“You’re like the Bob Ross of pottery.”

-Student Jessica Z.

Gift certificates available – give the gift of creativity! Email lora potteringclasses@gmail.com to purchase, or purchase in-person the day of your class.

Follow The Clay Cauldron on Facebook and Instagram @the.clay.cauldron

Follow Pottering’s events Facebook and Instagram @potteringclasses

All designs are the property of Pottering.

Wednesday karaoke at Admiral Pub
Nov 20 @ 8:00 pm – Nov 21 @ 1:00 am

Karaoke at the Admiral Pub

Every Sunday and Wednesday 8 pm till 1 am

Karaoke at Benbow Room
Nov 20 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 21 @ 2:00 am
Nov
21
Thu
South Seattle College Garden Center
Nov 21 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Garden Center will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 10 am-3 pm year-round!

The Garden Center at South Seattle College provides Landscape Horticulture students the opportunity to increase their knowledge of plants while gaining real-world retail experience. Plants available for sale are selected, propagated, grown and presented by Landscape Horticulture students. Additional plants are brought in from local growers. Proceeds benefit Landscape Horticulture Program projects.
   
The selection includes perennials, ground covers, shrubs, some annual edibles and flowers, as well as indoor plants. Cash and electronic payments accepted.   

The Garden Center is located in the North Parking Lot at South Seattle College (6000 16th Ave SW) in the Puget Ridge neighborhood of West Seattle. There is ample paid parking in the north lot, and visitors can generally find free parking along 16th Ave SW with a short walk to the Academy from there.  View our campus map for more details.

Ducks in a Row series @ West Seattle (Admiral) Library
Nov 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Ducks in a Row Series – Funeral Options 2.0
Thursday, Nov. 7, 1 – 2 p.m.
West Seattle Branch
Learn more about funeral planning and arrangements with People’s Memorial Association.

Registration is not required.

Ducks in a Row Series – Funeral Options 2.0

Ducks in a Row Series – Estate Planning with KHBB Law
Thursday, Nov. 14, 1 – 2 p.m.
West Seattle Branch
Learn more about how to prepare legal documents for end-of-life planning with an attorney.

Registration is not required.

Ducks in a Row Series – Estate Planning with KHBB Law

Ducks in a Row Series – Advance Care Directives
Thursday, Nov. 21, 1 – 2 p.m.
West Seattle Branch
Learn more about directives you need for end-of-life planning with End of Life Washington.

Registration is not required.

High Point Community Center’s Annual Pre-Thanksgiving T-Day Community Dinner
Nov 21 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

High Point Community Center’s Annual Pre-Thanksgiving T-Day Community Dinner

High Point Staff Cooks for the Community!

Dine In or Take Out

$12 per plate

Come Enjoy a traditional T-Day meal, meet other community members and check out HPCC Winter Programs

November 21st, 2024 1:00 pm-5:00 pm

Pre-register for Event to assure you can get a plate!

(206)684-7422

-Walk Ins welcome depending on availability.

High Point Community Center

6920 34th Ave SW

Northwest Wine Academy tasting room/wine bar @ South Seattle College, north end of campus
Nov 21 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 1-6 pm year-round!

The Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 1-6pm year-round!

Enjoy student-produced wines and affordable eats at the Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room and Wine Bar at South Seattle College, with proceeds benefiting student learning and the Wine Studies Program.

NWWA is located in the North Parking Lot at South Seattle College (6000 16th Ave SW) in the Puget Ridge neighborhood of West Seattle. There is ample paid parking in the north lot, and visitors can generally find free parking along 16th Ave SW with a short walk to the Academy from there.  View our campus map for more details.

  

West Seattle Ukulele Players @ email for location
Nov 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: Weekly Song Circle Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 pm. Grab your ukulele (or other instrument) and come play with us – all levels welcome! Currently at C&P Coffee, but we move around. Email us at westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com for details.

Strong Bodies, Strong Bones at Center for Active Living
Nov 21 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

STRONG BODIES, STRONG BONES
Thursdays, 2:30-3:30 pm

Join certified yoga therapist Milo in weight bearing movements that will help you become stronger and steadier—slowly,
gradually and safely. You will be led through a series of movements that strengthen your bones and muscles, which will
give balance to your body and help avoid osteoporosis. This class can be enjoyed by all levels. Please bring a mat, blocks and a blanket and pillow if you have them.

Food trucks at Highland Park Corner Store
Nov 21 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Food trucks 4-8 pm Thursdays at HPCS:

Truck of the week listed on the store’s website; we also include it in our West Seattle Thursday highlight list.

Ounces celebrates 8th anniversary
Nov 21 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Come celebrate 8 Years of Ounces! Every year, we love to use our Anniversary to say thank you to all the people who have come to Ounces over the years! This year we’re showing our thanks with FREE French Fries & $5 Beer!
Stop in anytime from 5-7 pm for FREE French Fries from our new Burb’s Burger Box, All Beer just $5, and other fun surprises! As always, this event is FREE, Family Friendly & dogs welcome!

West Seattle Tool Library, Tuesday/Thursday hours @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 21 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).

West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.

Empowered Dating Workshop @ online
Nov 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Empowered Dating Workshops
Thursday, August 17
and Third Thursdays, 6-7:30 pm, online

katemageau.com/empowered-dating-workshops

Each month we will cover topics such as:

Healthy relationships versus toxic relationships

Setting appropriate and flexible boundaries

Safely being vulnerable

Determining relationship wants and needs

Setting up and examining dating app profiles

First moves and consent, in vanilla and kink

Saying no and saying yes to next dates and next steps

Open for all sexuality identities and relationship styles; $45 per workshop

Walking for Well-Being, Thursday nights @ meet at 47th/Fauntleroy
Nov 21 @ 6:00 pm

Walking for Well-Being — Move together in nature, Thursday evenings @Lincoln Park 6:00 PM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine. Please bring your own light for our nighttime walks.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Westies Run Club @ Future Primitive
Nov 21 @ 6:00 pm

Westies Run Club
Thursdays at 6 pm

Join us for a conversational 3-mile run, then hang out afterward! Now meeting at Future Primitive on Alki. Find us on Heylo: heylo.group/westies-run-club or on IG @westiesrunclub.

Blues night at The Spot West Seattle
Nov 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Thursdays are blues-music nights at The Spot.

Board Game Night at Meeples Games
Nov 21 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Thursdays: 6:30-10 pm Board Game Night

Join Meeples Games for a night of board game fun! Each week we will teach you a new game and play some favorites as well. This event is open to all ages!

Highland Park Run Club @ Highland Park Corner Store
Nov 21 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursdays @ 6:30 – Highland Park Run Club meets for about a 3-mile run, starting and ending at Highland Park Corner Store

Listening to Grief Peer Support Group @ Counseling West Seattle
Nov 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Traumatic Loss Grief Support Group

Grief groups are brave and safe spaces where bereaved people can share their stories and speak their loved one’s name without fear of getting advice, platitudes, or being shut out, no matter how long it’s been since their loved one’s passing. Every participant has dedicated time to speak about whatever they’d like, without judgment or interruption. Talking about our deceased loved ones in a supportive environment helps us remember them fully and helps us learn to carry the weight of their loss a little more gently.

These are ongoing, drop-in groups, but space is limited. Because of the sensitive nature of traumatic loss, the Thursday group is open only for those who are traumatic loss survivors. Learn more and register at listeningtogrief.com/groups. Contact Tamara at tamara@listeningtogrief.com with questions.

Thursdays (except October 17 & November 28): 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Counseling West Seattle (Traumatic loss only)

$32/session. 4 sessions for $102 (use within 6 weeks). Discounts are available for those who could otherwise not afford to attend.

Alki Community Council meeting @ Online or in-person
Nov 21 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The meeting starts at 7 pm; you can attend in person at Alki UCC or via videoconference – the January 2024 agenda has information on how to access the latter.

Alki Community Council, November 2025 hybrid meeting @ Alki UCC and online
Nov 21 @ 7:00 pm

Share your purpose-driven passion to make a difference. Alki Community Council is an historic neighborhood group of volunteers simply working to make the neighborhood the best it can be.

Thursday, November 21st, 2024 7 pm

Hybrid meeting: in person or via Zoom

Alki UCC Church, 6115 SW Hinds Street, Seattle

Zoom Link:

https://zoom.us/j/99333491671?pwd=azk2akNGTE5iY2U1amZDRkhpRStVQT09

Meeting ID: 993 3349 1671

Passcode: 231793

Hello Alki!

I hope you’re staying safe after the recent weather. While Alki has handled power outages and wind damage better than many areas, we want to discuss an alert system with 911 and police leadership.

We’ll also focus on Alki Community Council growth for 2025 and share details about the Alki Holiday Lights event on Saturday, the 23rd! There will be free goodies to enjoy.

This will be a hybrid meeting, with Vice President Lindsey Pearsall and Board Chair Kevin Kramer onsite, and I’ll join via Zoom. Apologies for the later-than-usual agenda; the Zoom link is above. See you tomorrow night!

Best,
Charlotte Starck
President

Call to Order/Welcome All!
SW Police Precinct: Officer German Barreto: Alki Crime and Safety
Alert Seattle: Sean Blackwell, Communications CARE (911) discusses the Alert Seattle system and continued storm safety.

EVENTS

Alki Holiday Lights Update for November 23rd with Stacy, Wyatt, Zak
Budget $150.00 for poster print and supplies
Elizabeth: Log House Activities
We need two elves to help set up snowflake luminaries. (30-45 minutes 6:15-6:45pm) Contact Stacy stacywalden@gmail.com
https://www.alkicommunitycouncil.org/holiday
New Year’s Polar Plunge Preview: Mark Ufkes
Membership Drive/Donation Match: Goal $2,500. We’ve received a very generous donation with a fundraiser idea to match the donation to our ACC 501(c)3 in a fundraising drive to end of 2024 and launch 2025 strong.
Goal $2,500 by end of year.

BUSINESS & ORGANIZATIONAL GROWTH

Budget for 2025 Approval (Scope events and safety).
9. Election of 2025 Officers and Growth of Board New Roles: We need to shape roles and advertise to give people opportunities to submit names or ideas of chair roles or projects that they would like. The idea proposed is to push elections a few weeks to shape roles.

Adjourn 8:15 pm

Questions? Email: hello@alkicommunitycouncil.org

2024 Board Members

President Charlotte Starck

Vice President Lindsey Pearsall

Treasurer Kathy Olsen

Chair Operations Kevin Kramer

Chair Community Cleanup Erik Bell

Chair Parks Robynn Fritz

Board of Trustees: Tony Fragada, Will Winter

Trivia at Burger Planet
Nov 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Weekly trivia at Burger Planet. Theme rotates weekly, teams max out at 6, cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place teams!

‘Ophelia’ at West Seattle High School
Nov 21 @ 7:30 pm

Ophelia
Book by By Jeff Wanshel

Directed by Allison Irvine, this play imagines a world where, rather than being relegated to an unceremonious offstage death, Ophelia takes center stage in the story of Shakespeare‘s most famous brooding prince. Join us for a night of swords, vengeful ghosts, and perhaps more than one person hiding in the curtains…

The show dates are November 14th, 15th, 16th and 20th, 21st, and 22nd at 7:30.

Here is the link to get tickets.

$10 adults and $5 students

‘Snowed In (Again)’ evening performances at ArtsWest
Nov 21 @ 7:30 pm

ArtsWest’s holiday musical!

ArtsWest presents SNOWED IN (AGAIN) by Corinne Park-Buffelen, music composed by David Taylor Gomes, and directed by Kelly Kitchens. This new holiday musical is a sequel to 2023’s SNOWED IN by Corinne Park-Buffelen and Mathew Wright. The cast features Seattle musical theater stars Lauren Drake (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), Ays Garcia (CINDERELLA at Village Theater), Alexander Kilian (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), and Brandon Riel (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Harlequin Productions). They will be accompanied by Aaron Jin on piano. SNOWED IN (AGAIN) performs at ArtsWest from November 21 – December 22, 2024. Tickets are available online at artswest.org or by phone at (206) 938.0963.

Last year, a new holiday tradition was born as ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen.  But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four new stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit.  With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof.  What could possibly go wrong? 

Inspired by classic holiday TV specials and musicals about putting on a musical, witness this new Seattle theater tradition as four of the city’s most beloved musical theater stars take you on a journey of song, dance, friendship, family, and the true meaning of the holidays. 

“It was a fun challenge to reapproach last year’s production and reimagine it for a new cast,” says writer Corinne Park-Buffelen, “We knew we wanted to capture the magic of last year’s musical without doing a remount of last year’s show. I am thrilled with where we arrived!” SNOWED IN (AGAIN) features a mix of holiday classics, audience favorites from last year, and a couple new songs thrown into the mix. Titles include “I’m Happy Being Hosted” by Seattle legend, Rich Gray, along with “Bonita the Sexiest Elf”, and new song “Grampus” by David Taylor Gomes and Corinne Park-Buffelen that will have you rolling laughter and singing along.

SNOWED IN (AGAIN) is all-ages holiday fun. This year, ArtsWest has added Saturday matinees to welcome more families to see the production! “When you can keep four pre-teens, two parents in their 50s, and an 86-year-old grandma glued to their seats, you are obviously doing things right,” remarked longtime patron and volunteer, Arline Borella.

ArtsWest will present SNOWED IN (AGAIN) Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Saturday through Sunday at 3pm.

All-vinyl DJ night at Revelry Room
Nov 21 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Thursday Throwdown – an all-vinyl DJ night. Rare eclectic grooves are the evening’s soundtrack curated by some of Seattle’s top collectors and DJs. 8-11 pm

Nov
22
Fri
Luminaries at The Clay Cauldron with Lora
Nov 22 @ 6:00 am – 9:00 am

November 22, 6:00 – 9:00, $45, Luminaries at the Clay Cauldron with Lora, 5214 Delridge Way SW, www.theclaycauldron.com, register at potteringclasses@gmail.com or text frances at 206-330-7027 or for more information. Create a pierced ceramic luminary. Ready for pick up after about 2 weeks.
November 23, 1:00 – 4:00. $40, Ornaments at the Clay Cauldron with Frances, 5214 Delridge Way SW, www.theclaycauldron.com, text frances @ 206-330-7027 for more information. Drop-in and make 6 ornaments to decorate a tree or package. Additional ornaments, $5 each. Allow at least 30 minutes to create.

West Seattle Earlybirds Toastmasters Club @ Online
Nov 22 @ 7:35 am

West Seattle Earlybirds, Toastmasters Club #650
Virtual: on zoom at this time
Fridays from 7:35 am to 9:00 am
For details, email westseattleearlybirds650@gmail.com

South Seattle College Garden Center
Nov 22 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Garden Center will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 10 am-3 pm year-round!

The Garden Center at South Seattle College provides Landscape Horticulture students the opportunity to increase their knowledge of plants while gaining real-world retail experience. Plants available for sale are selected, propagated, grown and presented by Landscape Horticulture students. Additional plants are brought in from local growers. Proceeds benefit Landscape Horticulture Program projects.
   
The selection includes perennials, ground covers, shrubs, some annual edibles and flowers, as well as indoor plants. Cash and electronic payments accepted.   

The Garden Center is located in the North Parking Lot at South Seattle College (6000 16th Ave SW) in the Puget Ridge neighborhood of West Seattle. There is ample paid parking in the north lot, and visitors can generally find free parking along 16th Ave SW with a short walk to the Academy from there.  View our campus map for more details.

Stay ‘n’ Play indoor drop-in play @ Arbor Heights Community Church
Nov 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Stay N Play is our Friday morning open gym for infants and preschool kids. We open up our lower level with games, toys, a bouncy house and more for kids to run and play. Get a break in the day and meet other moms and dads on the westside. Contact our Children’s & Family Ministry Director McKenzie Garceau at mckenzie@arborheights.org for questions.

Qi Gong Sessions at Viva Arts
Nov 22 @ 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm

What: Qi Gong Sessions
When: Every Friday, 12:15-12:45 PM
Where: Viva Arts, West Seattle
Description: These sessions are open to everyone, regardless of experience. Participants will learn gentle movements that promote relaxation, energy balance, and overall well-being. On Fridays, the focus is on stress relief and restoring vitality to prepare for the weekend. Arrive 15 minutes early for an introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and stay afterward for a brief meditation.
Sign-Up: Interested participants can sign up through this links: Tuesday: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1003239655817?aff=oddtdtcreator

Friday – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1049277325727?aff=oddtdtcreator

Northwest Wine Academy tasting room/wine bar @ South Seattle College, north end of campus
Nov 22 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 1-6 pm year-round!

The Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 1-6pm year-round!

Enjoy student-produced wines and affordable eats at the Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room and Wine Bar at South Seattle College, with proceeds benefiting student learning and the Wine Studies Program.

NWWA is located in the North Parking Lot at South Seattle College (6000 16th Ave SW) in the Puget Ridge neighborhood of West Seattle. There is ample paid parking in the north lot, and visitors can generally find free parking along 16th Ave SW with a short walk to the Academy from there.  View our campus map for more details.

  

After-School Magic League @ Meeples Games
Nov 22 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Fridays: 4-6 pm After School Magic League

Join one of our Magic: the Gathering experts for an afternoon of Magic fun! This event is perfect for everyone 12+ who are looking to learn a little more about Magic: the Gathering. This event is $5 per week.

Live Artist Showcase Night at The Spot West Seattle
Nov 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Friday – Live Artist Showcase Night at The Spot West Seattle 7 to 10 pm

Seattle Civic Dance Theatre presents The Gift of Dance @ Highline Performing Arts Center
Nov 22 @ 7:00 pm

Who: Seattle Civic Dance Theatre (a local dance nonprofit raising money for ballet scholarships for young dancers)

What: Seattle Civic Dance Theatre presents: The Gift of Dance featuring the 35th annual performance of The Magical Doll Maker

When: Friday, November 22 at 7 pm

Where: Highline Performing Arts Center 401 South 152nd street Burien

How to purchase tickets: Through our website. Tickets are $25 each.

‘Ophelia’ at West Seattle High School
Nov 22 @ 7:30 pm

Ophelia
Book by By Jeff Wanshel

Directed by Allison Irvine, this play imagines a world where, rather than being relegated to an unceremonious offstage death, Ophelia takes center stage in the story of Shakespeare‘s most famous brooding prince. Join us for a night of swords, vengeful ghosts, and perhaps more than one person hiding in the curtains…

The show dates are November 14th, 15th, 16th and 20th, 21st, and 22nd at 7:30.

Here is the link to get tickets.

$10 adults and $5 students

‘Snowed In (Again)’ evening performances at ArtsWest
Nov 22 @ 7:30 pm

ArtsWest’s holiday musical!

ArtsWest presents SNOWED IN (AGAIN) by Corinne Park-Buffelen, music composed by David Taylor Gomes, and directed by Kelly Kitchens. This new holiday musical is a sequel to 2023’s SNOWED IN by Corinne Park-Buffelen and Mathew Wright. The cast features Seattle musical theater stars Lauren Drake (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), Ays Garcia (CINDERELLA at Village Theater), Alexander Kilian (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), and Brandon Riel (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Harlequin Productions). They will be accompanied by Aaron Jin on piano. SNOWED IN (AGAIN) performs at ArtsWest from November 21 – December 22, 2024. Tickets are available online at artswest.org or by phone at (206) 938.0963.

Last year, a new holiday tradition was born as ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen.  But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four new stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit.  With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof.  What could possibly go wrong? 

Inspired by classic holiday TV specials and musicals about putting on a musical, witness this new Seattle theater tradition as four of the city’s most beloved musical theater stars take you on a journey of song, dance, friendship, family, and the true meaning of the holidays. 

“It was a fun challenge to reapproach last year’s production and reimagine it for a new cast,” says writer Corinne Park-Buffelen, “We knew we wanted to capture the magic of last year’s musical without doing a remount of last year’s show. I am thrilled with where we arrived!” SNOWED IN (AGAIN) features a mix of holiday classics, audience favorites from last year, and a couple new songs thrown into the mix. Titles include “I’m Happy Being Hosted” by Seattle legend, Rich Gray, along with “Bonita the Sexiest Elf”, and new song “Grampus” by David Taylor Gomes and Corinne Park-Buffelen that will have you rolling laughter and singing along.

SNOWED IN (AGAIN) is all-ages holiday fun. This year, ArtsWest has added Saturday matinees to welcome more families to see the production! “When you can keep four pre-teens, two parents in their 50s, and an 86-year-old grandma glued to their seats, you are obviously doing things right,” remarked longtime patron and volunteer, Arline Borella.

ArtsWest will present SNOWED IN (AGAIN) Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Saturday through Sunday at 3pm.

DJ Night at Revelry Room
Nov 22 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 23 @ 1:00 am

Fridays – DJ Night at Revelry Room (behind Jet City Labs) – enjoy cocktails and DJ sets by some of the region’s top DJs and musicians. Music 9p – 1a

Pink Boa & Bexley at Southgate Roller Rink
Nov 22 @ 9:00 pm – 11:59 pm

Pink Boa and Bexley play a show at Southgate Roller Rink this Friday 11/22! Doors 9 pm, music until 12 am.

Come celebrate Pink Boa’s newest single and their Future Primitive Brewing beer collab. Live music in the middle of the rink while you skate! $18 cover, $5 skate.

Friday Night Karaoke at Talarico’s
Nov 22 @ 10:00 pm

Karaoke is back on Friday nights! 10 pm with Rone

Nov
23
Sat
Free group run with West Seattle Runner
Nov 23 @ 8:00 am

Free weekly group run – all levels – meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor).

Eastridge Church Turkey Giveaway 2024
Nov 23 @ 9:00 am

1,500 Free Thanksgiving Turkeys and Bags of Groceries for Families in Need

This Thanksgiving, for the 21st year in a row, Eastridge Church will giveaway 1,500 turkeys and bags of groceries to those in the community who need a little help to put a holiday meal on their table. On Saturday, November 23, beginning at 9 a.m. (while supplies last) the church will give away the 1,500 free Thanksgiving turkeys and bags of groceries to people in need at their two locations: Issaquah and West Seattle.

The 1,500 free meal packages include all the elements of a traditional Thanksgiving meal and does more than simply fill the gap for one meal. “Eastridge’s annual turkey giveaway not only provides one meal for one person. Because it’s all the fixings for a Thanksgiving meal, it actually feeds a whole family,” said Steve Jamison, Eastridge Church lead pastor. “We love reaching the community through our annual turkey giveaway because we can meet a physical need for so many people, and encourage community, friendship and family.”

The 1,500 dinner packages will be given out first-come, first-served, with no demonstration of need required to receive the assistance.

When: Saturday, November 23, starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last

The West Seattle Campus of Eastridge Church

4500 39th Avenue SW, Seattle

For more information, contact Eastridge Church at 425-270-6300 or EastridgeToday.com/turkey.

Heavily Meditated @ Move2Center
Nov 23 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Heavily Meditated, a community meditation.
Saturdays 9-10 am.
Free event – register at: eventbrite.com/e/heavily-meditated-free-community-meditation-tickets-991432841317?aff=erelexpmlt

Holiday Craft Bazaar @ Alki Masonic Center
Nov 23 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Alki Court #21, Order of Amaranth, is having their annual Craft Bazaar on November 23 from 9 am to 4 pm

It will be held at the Alki Masonic Center at 4736 40th Ave SW and there is plenty of parking!!

Yummies and Yarn, Bake Sale + at Peace Lutheran Church
Nov 23 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Bake Sale @ Peace Lutheran Church
Nov 23 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Yummies and Yarn! Bake Sale PLUS!

Baked Goods PLUS a few Cozy Knitted Items!

Saturday, November 23 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Fair Trade Food Gifts also available! Visit with your neighbors over coffee and treats! Kids Cookie Decorating & Children’s Toy Exchange!
Proceeds support community programs.
Cash & Credit Accepted

Corner of 39th Ave. SW and SW Thistle St.
8316 39th Ave. SW
Free Street Parking

peacelutheranseattle.org/?p=6549

Walking for Well-Being — Introductory 1-Mile Walk
Nov 23 @ 9:30 am

Walking for Well-Being–Introductory 1 Mile Walk (flat, no hills) @ Lincoln Park on Saturdays at 9:30 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in Lincoln Park — Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering approximately 1.0 mile on the upper portion of Lincoln Park and is over flat terrain in less than half an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Admiral Church Christmas Market 2024
Nov 23 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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

Arrowhead Gardens Holiday Bazaar
Nov 23 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
South Seattle College Garden Center
Nov 23 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Garden Center will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 10 am-3 pm year-round!

The Garden Center at South Seattle College provides Landscape Horticulture students the opportunity to increase their knowledge of plants while gaining real-world retail experience. Plants available for sale are selected, propagated, grown and presented by Landscape Horticulture students. Additional plants are brought in from local growers. Proceeds benefit Landscape Horticulture Program projects.
   
The selection includes perennials, ground covers, shrubs, some annual edibles and flowers, as well as indoor plants. Cash and electronic payments accepted.   

The Garden Center is located in the North Parking Lot at South Seattle College (6000 16th Ave SW) in the Puget Ridge neighborhood of West Seattle. There is ample paid parking in the north lot, and visitors can generally find free parking along 16th Ave SW with a short walk to the Academy from there.  View our campus map for more details.

Walking for Well-Being @ Lincoln Park
Nov 23 @ 10:00 am

Walking for Well-Being — Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Walking for Well-Being, Saturdays @ 47th/Fauntleroy
Nov 23 @ 10:00 am

Walking for Well-Being—Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Free Saturday writing group
Nov 23 @ 10:30 am

(For location – see this site.)

This is a FREE, WEEKLY, IN-PERSON active writing group grounded in the Amherst Writers and Artists method. It is a safe, critique-free space.

WRITERS OF ALL LEVELS WELCOME. Whether you haven’t picked up a pen since high school or are a pro, you are welcome. 16 and up. For more on AWA method go to Amherstwriters.org.

THE COVID RULES: To protect our immunocompromised writers, we ask that all participants be vaccinated against COVID and, if eligible, receive timely COVID variant boosters. We follow the King County Health Department recommendations regarding masking, OR if any member of our group requests it, we will all wear masks even if KCHD does not recommend it. Please bring a mask just in case. We have extras. Thank you for doing your part to protect members whose medical concerns or treatments make COVID infection potentially deadly.

REGISTRATION IS FREE BUT REQUIRED: Go to meetup.com/seattle-writers-block

PROCESS:

1-3 writing sessions within each 3-hour meeting. Expect to be writing for approximately 2 hours. Writing prompts will be offered as a starting point, use them or follow your own muse. After each writing session, those who wish are invited to read their work aloud for encouraging, positive response. We do not critique each other’s writing, but instead support the work and the effort.

BRING:

Snacks to share

Whatever you like to write on (paper, computer, papyrus . . .)

Ready encouragement for other writers

LEAVE AT HOME:

Pieces you’ve already written. Sharing in this group is limited to work written during the session.

Judgment of others efforts

Family reading time at Paper Boat Booksellers
Nov 23 @ 11:00 am

Regular weekly family reading time.

West Seattle Tool Library @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 23 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).

Tue/Thu: 5 pm–8 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am–4 pm

West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.

Northwest Wine Academy tasting room/wine bar @ South Seattle College, north end of campus
Nov 23 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 1-6 pm year-round!

The Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room will be OPEN Thursday-Saturday 1-6pm year-round!

Enjoy student-produced wines and affordable eats at the Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room and Wine Bar at South Seattle College, with proceeds benefiting student learning and the Wine Studies Program.

NWWA is located in the North Parking Lot at South Seattle College (6000 16th Ave SW) in the Puget Ridge neighborhood of West Seattle. There is ample paid parking in the north lot, and visitors can generally find free parking along 16th Ave SW with a short walk to the Academy from there.  View our campus map for more details.

  

Ornaments at The Clay Cauldron with Frances
Nov 23 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

November 23, 1:00 – 4:00. $40, Ornaments at the Clay Cauldron with Frances, 5214 Delridge Way SW, www.theclaycauldron.com, text frances @ 206-330-7027 for more information. Drop-in and make 6 ornaments to decorate a tree or package. Additional ornaments, $5 each. Allow at least 30 minutes to create.

Soul Sisters in Seattle monthly song circle
Nov 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Soul Sisters in Seattle Song Circle (meets every 4th Saturday from 1-3 pm).

Come join a group of kind, fun women for a song circle led by Sandra Glauz. No singing experience needed, just come if you want to sing delightful, easy, heart-filled songs and chants. Sandra teaches all the songs and parts. Please reach out to Sandra with your name and cell phone number and she’ll text you the address and flyer. listwithsandra@yahoo.com

Rat City Bazaar
Nov 23 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

What: Rat City Bazaar, showcasing a rotating group of local vendors offering everything from handmade jewelry and banana bread to vintage clothes and records
When: July 27th, from 3-7 p
Where: Hosted at Burger Planet, 9614 14th Ave SW, every fourth Saturday of the month

Check out Rat_City_Bazaar on Instagram for more details and email RatCityBazaar@gmail.com to become a vendor

Christmas Ship’s first 2024 West Seattle stop @ Seacrest
Nov 23 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

With Pacific Sound Chorus on board, the Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship stops at (new location) Seacrest, 5:35-5:55 pm.

All-Ages Open Mic at The Spot West Seattle
Nov 23 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Saturday All-ages Open Mic 7 to 10 pm

The Dusty 45s live at Easy Street Records
Nov 23 @ 7:00 pm
‘Snowed In (Again)’ evening performances at ArtsWest
Nov 23 @ 7:30 pm

ArtsWest’s holiday musical!

ArtsWest presents SNOWED IN (AGAIN) by Corinne Park-Buffelen, music composed by David Taylor Gomes, and directed by Kelly Kitchens. This new holiday musical is a sequel to 2023’s SNOWED IN by Corinne Park-Buffelen and Mathew Wright. The cast features Seattle musical theater stars Lauren Drake (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), Ays Garcia (CINDERELLA at Village Theater), Alexander Kilian (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), and Brandon Riel (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Harlequin Productions). They will be accompanied by Aaron Jin on piano. SNOWED IN (AGAIN) performs at ArtsWest from November 21 – December 22, 2024. Tickets are available online at artswest.org or by phone at (206) 938.0963.

Last year, a new holiday tradition was born as ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen.  But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four new stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit.  With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof.  What could possibly go wrong? 

Inspired by classic holiday TV specials and musicals about putting on a musical, witness this new Seattle theater tradition as four of the city’s most beloved musical theater stars take you on a journey of song, dance, friendship, family, and the true meaning of the holidays. 

“It was a fun challenge to reapproach last year’s production and reimagine it for a new cast,” says writer Corinne Park-Buffelen, “We knew we wanted to capture the magic of last year’s musical without doing a remount of last year’s show. I am thrilled with where we arrived!” SNOWED IN (AGAIN) features a mix of holiday classics, audience favorites from last year, and a couple new songs thrown into the mix. Titles include “I’m Happy Being Hosted” by Seattle legend, Rich Gray, along with “Bonita the Sexiest Elf”, and new song “Grampus” by David Taylor Gomes and Corinne Park-Buffelen that will have you rolling laughter and singing along.

SNOWED IN (AGAIN) is all-ages holiday fun. This year, ArtsWest has added Saturday matinees to welcome more families to see the production! “When you can keep four pre-teens, two parents in their 50s, and an 86-year-old grandma glued to their seats, you are obviously doing things right,” remarked longtime patron and volunteer, Arline Borella.

ArtsWest will present SNOWED IN (AGAIN) Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Saturday through Sunday at 3pm.

Christmas Ship’s second 2024 West Seattle stop @ Alki Beach Park
Nov 23 @ 8:30 pm – 9:00 pm

With Pacific Sound Chorus on board, the Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship stops at Alki, 8:35-8:55 pm.

Beats at Revelry Room
Nov 23 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 24 @ 1:00 am

Beats on Saturdays:

DJ sets by some of the region’s top DJs and musicians. 9 pm – 1 am.

Saturday night karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria
Nov 23 @ 10:00 pm

Saturdays at 10 PM we have Karaoke

Nov
24
Sun
Westies Run Club: Sunday Funday Runday @ rotating locations
Nov 24 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Join us for a conversational 3-5 mile run, then hang out after for a coffee & bite to eat! Find us on Heylo: heylo.group/westies-run-club or on IG @westiesrunclub to see our rotating locations as we explore West Seattle.

Weekly Group Polar Plunge at Alki @ Statue of Liberty Plaza
Nov 24 @ 9:30 am

Group Polar Plunge at Alki – Every Sunday at 9:30 am

Join us Sunday mornings at 9:30 am at Alki for a group plunge in the Sound. We meet at the picnic tables west of the Bathhouse.

No prior experience necessary! If you’re new to plunging, we’ll help you through it.

For event updates, sign up for our email list on our website (https://www.coldwatercollective.net) and follow us on Instagram @coldwatercollective_seattle

Kneighborhood Knives sharpening pop-up @ Hotwire Coffee
Nov 24 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Kneighborhood Knives is coming back to Hotwire Coffeehouse! Come get your knives all sharpened up for your holiday cooking.

Sunday, November 24th
10 am-4 pm
Hotwire Coffeehouse, 4410 California Ave SW

Traditional Hand-Sharpening on whetstones / $10 per knife
**Kitchen knives only

West Seattle Farmers Market @ West Seattle Junction
Nov 24 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Every Sunday, year-round! In The West Seattle Junction, on California Ave SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska. Look for the newest Ripe ‘n’ Ready List here.

HPIC’s DIY Holiday Wreath-Making Meetup @ Highland Park Corner Store
Nov 24 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

HPIC Holiday Wreath-Making Meetup!

Join us at the Highland Park Corner Store

Sunday Nov. 24, 11 am-1 pm

Bring loose greens, pinecones – a great way to use those evergreen branches the fall winds are dropping!

If you can, bring clippers or scissors, ribbon, wire, etc.+ we’ll have some to share.

All Welcome!

West Seattle Tool Library @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 24 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).

Tue/Thu: 5 pm–8 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am–4 pm

West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.

Sunday Run Club @ Ounces
Nov 24 @ 12:00 pm

Sunday Run Club
Takes place every Sunday at noon at Ounces.

Run is open to all running levels and starts/finishes at Ounces. Runners can go at their own pace and distance. Just show up at Ounces at noon on any Sunday to run! Strollers and pets welcome.

ounceswestseattle.com/events

Classic Novels (and Movies) Book Club @ C & P Coffee
Nov 24 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

WS Classic Novels (and Movies) book club

Join us in November for our next meeting!

Title: Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens (1860-61)

Date: Sunday, November 24, 2024

Time: 3 pm–4:30 pm or so. (Arrive around 2:30 to purchase beverages and chat; we begin right at 3pm, and choose our next title at 4pm.)

Place: Outdoor table behind C & P Coffee on California Ave SW

Triangular Jazztet at The Alley
Nov 24 @ 8:00 pm

Two sets, 8 pm and 9 pm, on Sundays.

Sunday karaoke at Admiral Pub
Nov 24 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 25 @ 1:30 am

Sundays & Wednesdays, 9 pm-1:30 am – Karaoke with KJ host and West Seattle legend Loretta.

Nov
25
Mon
John L. Scott Westwood fundraiser for Forgotten Children’s Fund
Nov 25 – Dec 18 all-day

John L Scott Westwood/The Madrona Group are accepting toy and monetary donations from November 25-December 18, 2024. We are working again with THE FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND to bring Christmas to underprivileged families in Washington. Last year we delivered over 20,000 gifts to children and families in Western Washington. We helped over 750 families and approximately 2,100 children.

The Forgotten Children’s Fund began when a boy named Craig wrote a letter to Santa Claus in December of 1976. That letter never got delivered to Santa’s North Pole, but it did reach a restaurant in Seattle called Francisco’s. The letter immediately captured the heart of Mr. Dick Francisco, and the Forgotten Children’s Fund was created to help others in similar situations. The FCF currently operates in King County, Lewis County, North Counties (including Skagit, Island, Snohomish and Whatcom Counties) and Chelan Counties of Washington State.

Visit forgottenchildrensfund.org to donate, volunteer or just learn more about this organization.

While all donations are greatly appreciated, the age groups that tend to have the greatest need are infants, who need engaging but safe toys, and 9–12-year old’s, who tend to prefer projects and crafts. Any toys you are able to donate would be incredibly meaningful to the families who will be receiving your support this year.

Please bring your unwrapped gifts to John L. Scott Westwood at 2600 SW Barton Street, Suite A-6 (Westwood Village), Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday between 10-1 PM. You can also donate at our other locations: John L. Scott Bothell, Des Moines, Federal Way, and Mukilteo.

Checks can be made to THE FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND – P.O. BOX 365 – Mount Vernon, WA 98273. Questions? Contact Josiah Melton at 425-949-8434 or jhmelton@johnlscott.com

Crafting & Creativity Night at The Missing Piece
Nov 25 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Crafting & Creativity Night
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
The Missing Piece
9456 35th Ave SW

What’s your creative outlet? Knitting? Painting miniatures? Creative writing? Sketching? Calligraphy? Something else? Bring your supplies and come in to work on your crafts and hobbies at our big tables with other like-minded creative types!

Open D&D at Meeples Games
Nov 25 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Mondays: 6:30-10 pm
Open D&D

Seattle’s largest open D&D group can be found at Meeples Games. First time playing? No problem. Experienced player? Great! This group is for everyone from beginners of all age groups.

Each drop in session is $5, with a chance to join one of the continued campaigns. Seats are first come first serve.

Alki Meditation – Dharma Community @ Alki UCC
Nov 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Alki Meditation
Dharma Community

Join us every Monday for guided Buddhist meditation, discussion, and community. Together we practice 30 minutes of mindfulness meditation, listen to a reading, and share a bit about our experiences with dharma in our lives. $5 donation suggested but not required for participation.

7-8:30 PM

Hosted at
Alki United Church of Christ
6115 SW Hinds St.

Please bring a cushion if you have one. If you don’t have one- don’t worry! Cushions and other seating options will also be provided. We encourage folks to arrive a bit early, as we get started at 7:05 and have to close doors.

Please feel free to email us with any questions at: alkidharmacommunity(at)gmail.com

Monday Night Trivia at The Good Society
Nov 25 @ 7:00 pm

Monday Night Trivia at The Good Society Public House (California/Lander).

•Hosted by Will.
• 7-9 pm
•Teams up to 8 people welcome.
•$2/person entry – winner take all.
•$20 gift card as second place

Sporcle Pub Quiz at Three 9 Lounge
Nov 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

7 pm & 8 pm. Join us for drinks, grub and lots ‘o trivia. Free to play and open to anyone 21 and older.

Weekly Zen Sitting/Meditation @ Fauntleroy UCC
Nov 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Weekly Zen Sitting/Meditation
7:00 – 8:30 pm (repeats every Monday)

The Chapel, Room 402, at the Fauntleroy Church/United Church or Christ

9140 California Ave SW
Free
Contact: pr@pszc.org
pszc.org/calendar/7pm-830pm-west-seattle-service/2022-06-06

Puget Sound Zen hosts a weekly Monday evening sitting/meditation in the Chapel, Room 402 at the Fauntleroy Church/United Church of Christ. Evenings will consist of chanting, meditation and discussion.

Everyone is welcome – people from all different meditation/spiritual traditions, people who have never meditated, and people who are curious.

If you arrive 10 minutes before the service we’ll give you some brief instructions, or you can just walk in and follow along.

Trivia w/Quizfix @ The Skylark
Nov 25 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Quiz Night on Monday nights, 7:30 pm, at The Skylark – Free to play!

Six Rounds, ten questions each. This includes an audio round, a picture round, three themed rounds and a random round with questions from several different categories. Maximum of 6 team members to be eligible for prizes.

Prizes:
1st place: $25 gift certificate
2nd place: $15 gift certificate
next to last place: pitcher of Cold Beer Pilsner

Seattle’s Best Trivia Night is at the Skylark every Monday. Come early to grab a table and dinner.

The Westside Trio at The Alley
Nov 25 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Westside Trio
The Alley
Mondays 8-10 pm
No cover charge

Monday night karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria
Nov 25 @ 9:00 pm

Update: We will have Karaoke every Monday starting at 9 pm.

Nov
26
Tue
Early morning F3 men’s workout group at Hiawatha
Nov 26 @ 5:30 am

F3, a free national men’s workout group:

We have a local workout location that meets at Hiawatha park on Tuesday mornings at 5:30 am sharp. The group has been around for a few years, so many folks that are up early might have come across us before doing burpees or pushups and counting out loud. We’d love to extend the invite to men of any fitness level – we work out as a group and don’t leave anyone behind, come as you are and hopefully leave a bit better.

The workout is 45 minutes long and then we all get coffee at West Seattle Grounds. You don’t need to bring anything special, just wear comfortable athletic clothes appropriate for the weather and some sneakers. Some work or gardening gloves can be helpful if you have a pair. Just don’t be late or the whole group is doing penalty burpees.

More info on our website

Free coffee/tea + resource info @ Neighborhood House
Nov 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Tuesday Qi Gong at Viva Arts
Nov 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

What: Qi Gong Sessions
When: Every Tuesday, 10-11 AM
Where: Viva Arts, West Seattle

These sessions are open to everyone, regardless of experience. Participants will learn gentle movements that promote relaxation, energy balance, and overall well-being. On Fridays, the focus is on stress relief and restoring vitality to prepare for the weekend. Arrive 15 minutes early for an introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and stay afterward for a brief meditation.

Sign-Up: Interested participants can sign up through this link:
Tuesday: eventbrite.com/e/1003239655817?aff=oddtdtcreator

Postcards4Democracy, Tuesday gatherings @ C & P Coffee Company
Nov 26 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Postcards4Democracy – West Seattle gathers at C&P Coffee every Tuesday
10:30 – 12 Noon year-round to handwrite reminders urging Democrats and
Independents to register and vote. Bring stamps and postcards — or
we’ll do what we can to get you started.

(Postcards4Democracy also meets all this summer on Saturdays 12-2 pm at C&P.)

Website: www.Postcards4democracy.org

email: postcards4democracyWS@gmail.com

Tuesday wine tastings at Walter’s Wine Shop
Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Walter’s Wine Shop is hosting wine tastings on Tuesdays! September is focused on California state wines/

This is a drop-in event, no reservations needed; from 5-7 pm. Costs $10 and if you buy a bottle you get $5 off

Weekly demonstration for racial justice
Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

**IMPORTANT UPDATE: NEW TIMES ON OUR WEEKLY SIGN-WAVING EVENT**

SAME PLACE: The intersection of 16th Ave. SW & SW Holden St.; West Seattle

WHEN: TUESDAYS ONLY!

TIME: 5:00-6:00 pm

Join members of Hate Free Delridge and Puget Ridge Cohousing for this ongoing community sign-waving event and help spread the message that Black Lives Matter and the time to end systemic racism is NOW! We have signs to share or bring your own!

West Seattle Tool Library, Tuesday/Thursday hours @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).

West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.

Scrabble Night at The Missing Piece
Nov 26 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Scrabble Night
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
The Missing Piece
9456 35th Ave SW

themissingpiecegames.com/event/scrabble-night/all

Join us for some casual Scrabble…all experience levels welcome! We encourage you to bring your set along in case we have several tables of players.

Free track run with West Seattle Runner
Nov 26 @ 6:15 pm

Free weekly track run – all levels – meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor).

Girls’ Night at The Clay Cauldron
Nov 26 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Every Tuesday evening 6:30 – 9:00 is Girls’ Night at The Clay Cauldron. Guided projects offered or work on your own projects. Potluck snacks, wine and beverages offered. Sign up in advance – 206-330-2027, www.theclaycauldron.com, theclaycauldron5214@gmail.com

School Board director Gina Topp’s November 2024 community-conversation meeting @ West Seattle Library
Nov 26 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Seattle School Board District 6 Community Meeting
Tuesday, November 26
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
West Seattle Library
(2306 42nd Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116)

This meeting is an opportunity for the Seattle community to share their thoughts and ideas with me, as Seattle School Board Director, to help me effectively serve.

Belle of the Balls Bingo @ The Skylark
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm

Free to play every Tuesday – now at 7 pm. New, silly prizes every week and fun for the whole family.

Sporcle Pub Quiz trivia at The Beer Junction
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm

Sporcle Pub Quiz with @pubquizdavid is now at Beer Junction every Tuesday night at 7 pm and 8 pm.

Trivia and Tacos @ Admiral Pub
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Every Tuesday Trivia and Tacos

Join us for Trivia. 5 rounds of trivia, it’s free to play with big cash prizes. $75 cash for 1st / $50 cash for 2nd place and a $50 gift card for 3rd place.

Trivia at Future Primitive on Alki
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

From Amanda:

! I’m going to be hosting a new weekly trivia night at Future Primitive down at Alki.

Tuesday Trivia at Future Primitive’s Alki Beach Bar
2536 Alki Ave SW
7-8:30 pm
Teams up to 6 people welcome
Free to play, gift card for winning team

Trivia at Ounces
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm

Tuesday Trivia

Free Tuesday Trivia every Tuesday night at 7 pm

More details here: ounceswestseattle.com/upcoming-events

Tuesday night trivia at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm

Free trivia, teams of up to 6, happy-hour prizes for beverages and food. With Geeks Who Drink.

Nov
27
Wed
Walking for Well-Being @ Lincoln Park
Nov 27 @ 10:00 am

Walking for Well-Being — Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Walking for Well-Being, Wednesdays @ Meet at 47th/Fauntleroy
Nov 27 @ 10:00 am

Walking for Well-Being—Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Toddler Reading Time at Paper Boat Booksellers
Nov 27 @ 10:30 am

Toddler Reading Time every Wednesday at 10:30 am!

Midday Eucharist at First Lutheran Church of West Seattle
Nov 27 @ 11:45 am

Mid-Day Eucharist at First Lutheran Church

Wednesdays at 11:45

Looking for spiritual nourishment? Join us every Wednesday on your lunch break for our mid-day Eucharist service. First Lutheran Church of West Seattle, 4105 California Ave. SW, in the Chapel. 206-935-6530, admin@flcws.org

ReJuvenate Yoga at Viva Arts
Nov 27 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

At Viva Arts studio: vivaartsseattle.com

ReJuvenate Yoga – a class for all on Wednesdays from 1:30-2:30 $20 drop in.

Toddler Story Time at Southwest Branch Library
Nov 27 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

At Toddler Story Time, kids ages 1-3 and their families can enjoy songs, stories, and music.

Southwest Branch
Registration is not required.

About this event

In this all-singing, all-dancing class, toddlers and their caregivers learn how to develop early literacy skills through dancing, music, and stories.

Early Learning is a great way for toddlers and their families to develop learning, literacy, and language skills as well as community with other families.

Fix-It Workshop at West Seattle Tool Library @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 27 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Fix-It-Workshop
Every Wednesday
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
West Seattle Tool Librar
y (Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)

Tools, appliances, small electronics, and more! Use the tools and facilities of the shop and pick our librarians’ brains to get your damaged equipment back in the action.

Availability is first-come-first-served. This workshop is provided free of charge, though donations are appreciated!

We ask that all items brought for repair be of reasonable size. We are unable to service pressure vessels, refrigeration equipment, firearms, and high-voltage electrical components.

wstools.org/events

Trivia at Locust Cider on Alki
Nov 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

6-8 pm trivia, all ages!

Watercolor Mixed-Media Art Classes @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
West Seattle Runner’s free group run
Nov 27 @ 6:15 pm

Free weekly group run – all levels – meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor).

Live music at Locöl
Nov 27 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Free Live Music Wednesdays!
Locöl
7902 35th Ave SW
Rotating Artists
6:30 – 8:30
Free
21+

Kundalini Yoga and Gong Bath @ Inner Alchemy Sanctuary/Studio
Nov 27 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Kundalini Yoga and Gong Bath
Every Wednesday 7-8:30 pm
$35
Tickets:
eventbrite.com/e/999841321307?aff=oddtdtcreator

Music Bingo at The Good Society
Nov 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Do you love music? Do you like games? Come check out Music Bingo at Good Society every Wednesday from 7-9 PM! Bring your friends and enjoy some tunes and brews with chances to win prizes!

‘Snowed In (Again)’ evening performances at ArtsWest
Nov 27 @ 7:30 pm

ArtsWest’s holiday musical!

ArtsWest presents SNOWED IN (AGAIN) by Corinne Park-Buffelen, music composed by David Taylor Gomes, and directed by Kelly Kitchens. This new holiday musical is a sequel to 2023’s SNOWED IN by Corinne Park-Buffelen and Mathew Wright. The cast features Seattle musical theater stars Lauren Drake (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), Ays Garcia (CINDERELLA at Village Theater), Alexander Kilian (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), and Brandon Riel (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Harlequin Productions). They will be accompanied by Aaron Jin on piano. SNOWED IN (AGAIN) performs at ArtsWest from November 21 – December 22, 2024. Tickets are available online at artswest.org or by phone at (206) 938.0963.

Last year, a new holiday tradition was born as ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen.  But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four new stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit.  With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof.  What could possibly go wrong? 

Inspired by classic holiday TV specials and musicals about putting on a musical, witness this new Seattle theater tradition as four of the city’s most beloved musical theater stars take you on a journey of song, dance, friendship, family, and the true meaning of the holidays. 

“It was a fun challenge to reapproach last year’s production and reimagine it for a new cast,” says writer Corinne Park-Buffelen, “We knew we wanted to capture the magic of last year’s musical without doing a remount of last year’s show. I am thrilled with where we arrived!” SNOWED IN (AGAIN) features a mix of holiday classics, audience favorites from last year, and a couple new songs thrown into the mix. Titles include “I’m Happy Being Hosted” by Seattle legend, Rich Gray, along with “Bonita the Sexiest Elf”, and new song “Grampus” by David Taylor Gomes and Corinne Park-Buffelen that will have you rolling laughter and singing along.

SNOWED IN (AGAIN) is all-ages holiday fun. This year, ArtsWest has added Saturday matinees to welcome more families to see the production! “When you can keep four pre-teens, two parents in their 50s, and an 86-year-old grandma glued to their seats, you are obviously doing things right,” remarked longtime patron and volunteer, Arline Borella.

ArtsWest will present SNOWED IN (AGAIN) Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Saturday through Sunday at 3pm.

Open Mic Night @ Skylark Café & Club
Nov 27 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Fully backlined open mic at Skylark free every Wednesday, 7:30 pm sign-up 7:30pm sign-up /Music starts at 8:30 (The line to sign up often starts to form around 7:00 so get here early!)

It’s great for musicians, but it is also a great night out to see some of Seattle’s best up and coming musicians.

  • No host to hog the spotlight, just bands/solo acts and a friendly, experienced sound engineer
  • >Full 16 track recordings of your set available for purchase ($10 for solo acts, $20 for bands), make a demo!
  • Full menu and bar available with 12 beers on tap
  • All genres welcome: solo, acoustic, electronica, full bands, and comedy of any type
    10 minutes/2 songs each

  • Gretsch house drums, Vox AC30 guitar amp, Yamaha G50410 guitar amp, Ashdown ABM500 bass amp, Shure mics, DIs, etc.
  • You are welcome to bring more gear, just talk to the sound engineer beforehand to make sure it is compatible

PLEASE NOTE: The list goes out at 7:30 but people arrive much earlier to line up and is first come first served. Please be courteous of those that were there before you. While this is free to sign-up, please arrive hungry and thirsty, and do purchase something as we want to keep providing the opportunity and keep it free.

Weekly MINGO at Three9 Lounge
Nov 27 @ 7:30 pm

Three9 Lounge’s MINGO (musical bingo) every Wednesday at 7:30 pm hosted by Mingo Maniac.

Trivia at Beveridge Place Pub
Nov 27 @ 8:00 pm

Wednesday night trivia at 8 pm with Quizmaster J!

Wednesday karaoke at Admiral Pub
Nov 27 @ 8:00 pm – Nov 28 @ 1:00 am

Karaoke at the Admiral Pub

Every Sunday and Wednesday 8 pm till 1 am

Trivia at Talarico’s
Nov 27 @ 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Trivia with Phil T. $2 buy-in. Prizes. Reservations at (updated) talaricospizza.com/reservations

Karaoke at Benbow Room
Nov 27 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 28 @ 2:00 am
Nov
28
Thu
West Seattle restaurants and bars planning to be open Thanksgiving Day 2024
Nov 28 all-day

First published 11/15:

Here’s who told us they’d be open Thanksgiving Day when we checked. Subject to change, so please let us know if you discover any of these closed on the holiday!

A PIZZA MART
(9452 35th Ave SW)
2 pm-10 pm

ADMIRAL PUB
(2306 California SW)
11:30 am-2 am:
“We’ll be open 11:30 am for the Manchester United Soccer (Football) Game. We close 2 am. Free Thanksgiving dinner around 6 pm but tips are appreciated and go solely to all the cooks that help to make this happen. Menu: Turkey, Ham, Mashed taters, Gravy, Stuffing, Cranberry sauce, Dinner rolls, green bean casserole. At the same time, we also have our end of the month pinball tournament. 7 pm signup. 7:30 pm start time. $200 pot splash. Matchplay style. All skill levels welcome (21+).”

AZUMA
(4533 California Ave SW)
11 am-2:30 pm, 4:30 pm-9:30 pm

THE BEER JUNCTION
(4511 California Ave SW)
12 pm-6 pm

BLUE MOON BURGERS
(2504 Alki Ave SW)
11 am-8 pm

BOSS DRIVE-IN
(9061 Delridge Wy SW)
Will be open 24 hours.

THE BRIDGE
(6301 California Ave SW)
4 pm-9 pm

FIRE TACOS ON ALKI
(2738 Alki Ave SW)
11 am-6 pm

GREAT AMERICAN DINER & BAR
(4752 California Ave SW)
8 am-11 pm

GYRO HEROES
(4111 SW Admiral Wy)
11 am-9 pm

GYROS ON ALKI
(2716 Alki Ave SW)
8 am-4 pm

LARRY’S TAVERN
(3405 California Ave SW)
7 pm-2 am

LUCIANO’S PIZZA
(2341 California SW)
10 am-10 pm

MAHARAJA CUISINE OF INDIA
(4542 California SW)
11 am-2 am

MENCHIE’S ADMIRAL
(2620 California Ave SW)
noon-5 pm

NACHO MAMA
(9418 Delridge Wy SW)
10 am-8 pm

POGGIE TAVERN
(4717 California SW)
7 pm-2 am

PUERTO VALLERTA
(4727 California Ave SW SUITE A)
10:30 am-11 pm

ROXBURY LANES GRILL
(2823 SW Roxbury St)
11 am-2 am: American & Chinese food from 11 am to 10 pm, Chinese only from 10 pm to 2 am.

SALTY’S ON ALKI (WSB sponsor)
(1936 Harbor SW)
Open 10 am-5 pm for Thanksgiving buffet – call to check if any reservations remain.

SPRING HOUSE THAI
(2223 California SW)
11:30 am-10 pm

SRIVILAI THAI
(3247 California SW)
11 am-9 pm

TASTE OF MUMBAI
(2300 California Ave SW)
11 am-3 pm: Menu and buffet both available

YOUNG’S RESTAURANT
(9413 16th SW)
9 am-2:30 pm , 4 pm-8 pm

(Research by Cindi Barker)

Additions? Changes? Email westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

West Seattle Runner’s 14th annual Gobble Gobble Group Run @ Alki Beach
Nov 28 @ 8:00 am

Gobble Gobble Group Run: 8 am November 28th, Thanksgiving: Join us for our 14th annual West Seattle Runner Gobble Gobble Group Run. We will meet at Alki as per usual and run a 3-mile out and back. Though, you can go out as far or as short as you would like. We will have walkers. Feel free to bring your dogs, kids, family. We will meet up for coffee afterwards. Feel free to bring food donations for the food bank. We will meet at the first covered shelter by the statue. Feel free to wear Thanksgiving gear!

Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner at The Hall at Fauntleroy, plus donation drive
Nov 28 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

All are welcome on Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, Nov. 28th from 12pm-3pm – for this year’s annual Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner! The delicious meal, created by Tuxedos & Tennis Shoes Catering Sous Chef, Zach Mosely, will include a traditional turkey dinner and all the trimmings, with desserts donated by the community. No need to RSVP, just show up at Hall at Fauntleroy (9131 California Ave SW) on Thanksgiving Day between 12-3 pm.

This event happens with the help of many wonderful volunteers. You can sign up to volunteer or bring a dessert on signup.com.

Gently used warm clothing, new blankets and socks, and dessert donations can be dropped off at our SODO office at 4105 Airport Way S, 98108 from Mon. Nov 25th to Wed. Nov 27th from 9 am-3 pm or bring it to The Hall at Fauntleroy on Thanksgiving Day from 10 am-1 pm.

West Seattle Ukulele Players @ email for location
Nov 28 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: Weekly Song Circle Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 pm. Grab your ukulele (or other instrument) and come play with us – all levels welcome! Currently at C&P Coffee, but we move around. Email us at westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com for details.

West Seattle Eagles free Thanksgiving dinner
Nov 28 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The West Seattle Eagles Aerie #2643 will be hosting a FREE West Seattle community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day Thursday 11/28 from 2-5p. This event is open to the public and membership is not required.

We will be providing a full traditional Thanksgiving meal with all trimmings including desserts. Donations are always welcomed to help us further our mission of People Helping People.

The West Seattle Eagles is a safe and welcoming place for all our LBGTQ+ brothers and sisters and no one should feel marginalized at the holidays or at any other time. Please join us for this community event.

Strong Bodies, Strong Bones at Center for Active Living
Nov 28 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

STRONG BODIES, STRONG BONES
Thursdays, 2:30-3:30 pm

Join certified yoga therapist Milo in weight bearing movements that will help you become stronger and steadier—slowly,
gradually and safely. You will be led through a series of movements that strengthen your bones and muscles, which will
give balance to your body and help avoid osteoporosis. This class can be enjoyed by all levels. Please bring a mat, blocks and a blanket and pillow if you have them.

Food trucks at Highland Park Corner Store
Nov 28 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Food trucks 4-8 pm Thursdays at HPCS:

Truck of the week listed on the store’s website; we also include it in our West Seattle Thursday highlight list.

West Seattle Tool Library, Tuesday/Thursday hours @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 28 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).

West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.

Walking for Well-Being, Thursday nights @ meet at 47th/Fauntleroy
Nov 28 @ 6:00 pm

Walking for Well-Being — Move together in nature, Thursday evenings @Lincoln Park 6:00 PM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine. Please bring your own light for our nighttime walks.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Westies Run Club @ Future Primitive
Nov 28 @ 6:00 pm

Westies Run Club
Thursdays at 6 pm

Join us for a conversational 3-mile run, then hang out afterward! Now meeting at Future Primitive on Alki. Find us on Heylo: heylo.group/westies-run-club or on IG @westiesrunclub.

Blues night at The Spot West Seattle
Nov 28 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Thursdays are blues-music nights at The Spot.

Board Game Night at Meeples Games
Nov 28 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Thursdays: 6:30-10 pm Board Game Night

Join Meeples Games for a night of board game fun! Each week we will teach you a new game and play some favorites as well. This event is open to all ages!

Highland Park Run Club @ Highland Park Corner Store
Nov 28 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursdays @ 6:30 – Highland Park Run Club meets for about a 3-mile run, starting and ending at Highland Park Corner Store

Trivia at Burger Planet
Nov 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Weekly trivia at Burger Planet. Theme rotates weekly, teams max out at 6, cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place teams!

All-vinyl DJ night at Revelry Room
Nov 28 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Thursday Throwdown – an all-vinyl DJ night. Rare eclectic grooves are the evening’s soundtrack curated by some of Seattle’s top collectors and DJs. 8-11 pm

Nov
29
Fri
West Seattle Earlybirds Toastmasters Club @ Online
Nov 29 @ 7:35 am

West Seattle Earlybirds, Toastmasters Club #650
Virtual: on zoom at this time
Fridays from 7:35 am to 9:00 am
For details, email westseattleearlybirds650@gmail.com

Duwamish Longhouse Native Art Market, 2024 holiday season
Nov 29 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Join us from November 29th through December 1st, from 10 AM to 5 PM, as we feature over 17 incredible indigenous artists. Come together with family and friends to celebrate Seattle’s indigenous culture, support local artists, and kick off your holiday shopping in a meaningful way. This is your chance to shop for thoughtful holiday gifts while supporting Native artists and their traditions.

duwamishtribe.org for more event information

Hustla Mentality presents local artist CJ Dudley @ Nepenthe
Nov 29 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Hustla Mentality presents local artist CJ Dudley
@ Nepenthe 9447 35th Ave SW
November 29 from 10-4
Free event offering many types of creative handmade holiday gifts!

Stay ‘n’ Play indoor drop-in play @ Arbor Heights Community Church
Nov 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Stay N Play is our Friday morning open gym for infants and preschool kids. We open up our lower level with games, toys, a bouncy house and more for kids to run and play. Get a break in the day and meet other moms and dads on the westside. Contact our Children’s & Family Ministry Director McKenzie Garceau at mckenzie@arborheights.org for questions.

Qi Gong Sessions at Viva Arts
Nov 29 @ 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm

What: Qi Gong Sessions
When: Every Friday, 12:15-12:45 PM
Where: Viva Arts, West Seattle
Description: These sessions are open to everyone, regardless of experience. Participants will learn gentle movements that promote relaxation, energy balance, and overall well-being. On Fridays, the focus is on stress relief and restoring vitality to prepare for the weekend. Arrive 15 minutes early for an introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and stay afterward for a brief meditation.
Sign-Up: Interested participants can sign up through this links: Tuesday: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1003239655817?aff=oddtdtcreator

Friday – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1049277325727?aff=oddtdtcreator

After-School Magic League @ Meeples Games
Nov 29 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Fridays: 4-6 pm After School Magic League

Join one of our Magic: the Gathering experts for an afternoon of Magic fun! This event is perfect for everyone 12+ who are looking to learn a little more about Magic: the Gathering. This event is $5 per week.

Create a sculpted animal at The Clay Cauldron
Nov 29 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

November 15, 17, 29, 6 – 9, $40, Handbuilt animals with Kirsten at the Clay Cauldron, 5214 Delridge Way SW, www.theclaycauldron.com, text frances at 206-330-7027 to sign-up or for more information. Create a sculpted animal and add color with slip. Ready for pick up after about 2 weeks.

Live Artist Showcase Night at The Spot West Seattle
Nov 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Friday – Live Artist Showcase Night at The Spot West Seattle 7 to 10 pm

DJ Night at Revelry Room
Nov 29 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 1:00 am

Fridays – DJ Night at Revelry Room (behind Jet City Labs) – enjoy cocktails and DJ sets by some of the region’s top DJs and musicians. Music 9p – 1a

Friday Night Karaoke at Talarico’s
Nov 29 @ 10:00 pm

Karaoke is back on Friday nights! 10 pm with Rone

Nov
30
Sat
Free group run with West Seattle Runner
Nov 30 @ 8:00 am

Free weekly group run – all levels – meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor).

Heavily Meditated @ Move2Center
Nov 30 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Heavily Meditated, a community meditation.
Saturdays 9-10 am.
Free event – register at: eventbrite.com/e/heavily-meditated-free-community-meditation-tickets-991432841317?aff=erelexpmlt

Walking for Well-Being — Introductory 1-Mile Walk
Nov 30 @ 9:30 am

Walking for Well-Being–Introductory 1 Mile Walk (flat, no hills) @ Lincoln Park on Saturdays at 9:30 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in Lincoln Park — Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering approximately 1.0 mile on the upper portion of Lincoln Park and is over flat terrain in less than half an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Duwamish Longhouse Native Art Market, 2024 holiday season
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Join us from November 29th through December 1st, from 10 AM to 5 PM, as we feature over 17 incredible indigenous artists. Come together with family and friends to celebrate Seattle’s indigenous culture, support local artists, and kick off your holiday shopping in a meaningful way. This is your chance to shop for thoughtful holiday gifts while supporting Native artists and their traditions.

duwamishtribe.org for more event information

Walking for Well-Being @ Lincoln Park
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am

Walking for Well-Being — Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Walking for Well-Being, Saturdays @ 47th/Fauntleroy
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am

Walking for Well-Being—Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.

This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.

Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & Fauntleroy Way SW (across from the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is next to the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.

For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Free Saturday writing group
Nov 30 @ 10:30 am

(For location – see this site.)

This is a FREE, WEEKLY, IN-PERSON active writing group grounded in the Amherst Writers and Artists method. It is a safe, critique-free space.

WRITERS OF ALL LEVELS WELCOME. Whether you haven’t picked up a pen since high school or are a pro, you are welcome. 16 and up. For more on AWA method go to Amherstwriters.org.

THE COVID RULES: To protect our immunocompromised writers, we ask that all participants be vaccinated against COVID and, if eligible, receive timely COVID variant boosters. We follow the King County Health Department recommendations regarding masking, OR if any member of our group requests it, we will all wear masks even if KCHD does not recommend it. Please bring a mask just in case. We have extras. Thank you for doing your part to protect members whose medical concerns or treatments make COVID infection potentially deadly.

REGISTRATION IS FREE BUT REQUIRED: Go to meetup.com/seattle-writers-block

PROCESS:

1-3 writing sessions within each 3-hour meeting. Expect to be writing for approximately 2 hours. Writing prompts will be offered as a starting point, use them or follow your own muse. After each writing session, those who wish are invited to read their work aloud for encouraging, positive response. We do not critique each other’s writing, but instead support the work and the effort.

BRING:

Snacks to share

Whatever you like to write on (paper, computer, papyrus . . .)

Ready encouragement for other writers

LEAVE AT HOME:

Pieces you’ve already written. Sharing in this group is limited to work written during the session.

Judgment of others efforts

Family reading time at Paper Boat Booksellers
Nov 30 @ 11:00 am

Regular weekly family reading time.

West Seattle Tool Library @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Nov 30 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).

Tue/Thu: 5 pm–8 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am–4 pm

West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.

Small Business Saturday at VAIN
Nov 30 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Shop Small Saturday pop up at VAIN

VAIN is hosting West Seattle’s own wugprints!
wugprints is spreading local love, one print at a time!
Colorful prints, postcards and more!
Saturday November 30th 12-3 pm
4513 California Ave SW in the heart of the Junction.
Also find new and sale items throughout the boutique.

Small Business Saturday Holiday Market @ SODO Gateway
Nov 30 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Small Business Saturday Holiday Market @ SODO Gateway

Hosted by Spruce Hill Winery, T2 Cellar, Elsom Cellars, Republic of Cider, and 2BAR Spirits.

Saturday, November 30, 1-5 PM

2960 4th Ave S

Join us for a free holiday market with artists, makers, food, drink specials, a raffle, and more! We’re just 7 minutes from the West Seattle Junction. Stop by and knock a few more people off your holiday gift list.

‘Snowed In (Again)’ Matinees at ArtsWest
Nov 30 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

ArtsWest’s holiday musical!

ArtsWest presents SNOWED IN (AGAIN) by Corinne Park-Buffelen, music composed by David Taylor Gomes, and directed by Kelly Kitchens. This new holiday musical is a sequel to 2023’s SNOWED IN by Corinne Park-Buffelen and Mathew Wright. The cast features Seattle musical theater stars Lauren Drake (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), Ays Garcia (CINDERELLA at Village Theater), Alexander Kilian (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), and Brandon Riel (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Harlequin Productions). They will be accompanied by Aaron Jin on piano. SNOWED IN (AGAIN) performs at ArtsWest from November 21 – December 22, 2024. Tickets are available online at artswest.org or by phone at (206) 938.0963.

Last year, a new holiday tradition was born as ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen.  But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four new stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit.  With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof.  What could possibly go wrong? 

Inspired by classic holiday TV specials and musicals about putting on a musical, witness this new Seattle theater tradition as four of the city’s most beloved musical theater stars take you on a journey of song, dance, friendship, family, and the true meaning of the holidays. 

“It was a fun challenge to reapproach last year’s production and reimagine it for a new cast,” says writer Corinne Park-Buffelen, “We knew we wanted to capture the magic of last year’s musical without doing a remount of last year’s show. I am thrilled with where we arrived!” SNOWED IN (AGAIN) features a mix of holiday classics, audience favorites from last year, and a couple new songs thrown into the mix. Titles include “I’m Happy Being Hosted” by Seattle legend, Rich Gray, along with “Bonita the Sexiest Elf”, and new song “Grampus” by David Taylor Gomes and Corinne Park-Buffelen that will have you rolling laughter and singing along.

SNOWED IN (AGAIN) is all-ages holiday fun. This year, ArtsWest has added Saturday matinees to welcome more families to see the production! “When you can keep four pre-teens, two parents in their 50s, and an 86-year-old grandma glued to their seats, you are obviously doing things right,” remarked longtime patron and volunteer, Arline Borella.

ArtsWest will present SNOWED IN (AGAIN) Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Saturday through Sunday at 3pm.

All-Ages Open Mic at The Spot West Seattle
Nov 30 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Saturday All-ages Open Mic 7 to 10 pm

‘Snowed In (Again)’ evening performances at ArtsWest
Nov 30 @ 7:30 pm

ArtsWest’s holiday musical!

ArtsWest presents SNOWED IN (AGAIN) by Corinne Park-Buffelen, music composed by David Taylor Gomes, and directed by Kelly Kitchens. This new holiday musical is a sequel to 2023’s SNOWED IN by Corinne Park-Buffelen and Mathew Wright. The cast features Seattle musical theater stars Lauren Drake (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), Ays Garcia (CINDERELLA at Village Theater), Alexander Kilian (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), and Brandon Riel (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Harlequin Productions). They will be accompanied by Aaron Jin on piano. SNOWED IN (AGAIN) performs at ArtsWest from November 21 – December 22, 2024. Tickets are available online at artswest.org or by phone at (206) 938.0963.

Last year, a new holiday tradition was born as ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen.  But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four new stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit.  With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof.  What could possibly go wrong? 

Inspired by classic holiday TV specials and musicals about putting on a musical, witness this new Seattle theater tradition as four of the city’s most beloved musical theater stars take you on a journey of song, dance, friendship, family, and the true meaning of the holidays. 

“It was a fun challenge to reapproach last year’s production and reimagine it for a new cast,” says writer Corinne Park-Buffelen, “We knew we wanted to capture the magic of last year’s musical without doing a remount of last year’s show. I am thrilled with where we arrived!” SNOWED IN (AGAIN) features a mix of holiday classics, audience favorites from last year, and a couple new songs thrown into the mix. Titles include “I’m Happy Being Hosted” by Seattle legend, Rich Gray, along with “Bonita the Sexiest Elf”, and new song “Grampus” by David Taylor Gomes and Corinne Park-Buffelen that will have you rolling laughter and singing along.

SNOWED IN (AGAIN) is all-ages holiday fun. This year, ArtsWest has added Saturday matinees to welcome more families to see the production! “When you can keep four pre-teens, two parents in their 50s, and an 86-year-old grandma glued to their seats, you are obviously doing things right,” remarked longtime patron and volunteer, Arline Borella.

ArtsWest will present SNOWED IN (AGAIN) Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Saturday through Sunday at 3pm.

Beats at Revelry Room
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:00 am

Beats on Saturdays:

DJ sets by some of the region’s top DJs and musicians. 9 pm – 1 am.

Saturday night karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria
Nov 30 @ 10:00 pm

Saturdays at 10 PM we have Karaoke

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Westies Run Club: Sunday Funday Runday @ rotating locations
Dec 1 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Join us for a conversational 3-5 mile run, then hang out after for a coffee & bite to eat! Find us on Heylo: heylo.group/westies-run-club or on IG @westiesrunclub to see our rotating locations as we explore West Seattle.

Weekly Group Polar Plunge at Alki @ Statue of Liberty Plaza
Dec 1 @ 9:30 am

Group Polar Plunge at Alki – Every Sunday at 9:30 am

Join us Sunday mornings at 9:30 am at Alki for a group plunge in the Sound. We meet at the picnic tables west of the Bathhouse.

No prior experience necessary! If you’re new to plunging, we’ll help you through it.

For event updates, sign up for our email list on our website (https://www.coldwatercollective.net) and follow us on Instagram @coldwatercollective_seattle

Duwamish Longhouse Native Art Market, 2024 holiday season
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Join us from November 29th through December 1st, from 10 AM to 5 PM, as we feature over 17 incredible indigenous artists. Come together with family and friends to celebrate Seattle’s indigenous culture, support local artists, and kick off your holiday shopping in a meaningful way. This is your chance to shop for thoughtful holiday gifts while supporting Native artists and their traditions.

duwamishtribe.org for more event information

Sunday Small Business Pop-up Market at Jet City Labs
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Sunday Small Business Pop-up Market
Location: Jet City Labs, 4547 California Ave SW

Dates:

September 15, 2024
October 6, 2024
October 20, 2024
November 3, 2024
November 17, 2024
December 1, 2024
December 15, 2023

]Support local small businesses by shopping at this pop-up market featuring handmade goods, artisanal crafts, and unique products from West Seattle’s creative entrepreneurs. Takes place on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the months during the West Seattle Farmers Market. Aspiring vendors are encouraged to apply!

Time: 10A-2P

Cost: Free

Event Link https://jetcitylabs.com/pop-up-markets

West Seattle Bee Garden work party
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Monthly work parties – just drop by!

West Seattle Farmers Market @ West Seattle Junction
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Every Sunday, year-round! In The West Seattle Junction, on California Ave SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska. Look for the newest Ripe ‘n’ Ready List here.

Sweet Reel Holiday Makers Market
Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Come join our Sweet Reel Holiday Makers Market Pop Up on Sunday, December 1st – 11 am – 4 pm!

We will be featuring local artists & makers selling pottery, jewelry, felted animals, cutting boards, linen textiles, whimsical wears, woven wall hangings, art prints, apparel, vintage trinkets, antiques and more! Chef Amber with Soups on Seattle will be dishing up Soup and festive treats also!

The location is 5001 Delridge Way SW, Seattle, WA 98106. Corner of Hudson & Delridge. Street parking is available.

Check out some of the vendors on instagram:

Angie Norwood Browne – @angienorwoodbrowne
Ruthie Barzel – @ruth_barzel_jewelry
Karra Wise – @karra_wise
Mandy Greer-@mandymandygreer
Marlowe- @oddrabbits
Kristin Loganbill- @moonteaartwork
Jean Galton -@jeangalton
Paula Wittmann – @p.wittmann
Sasha Parks – @sashaparks
Amber Kortlever – @soups.on.seattle

West Seattle Tool Library @ Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).

Tue/Thu: 5 pm–8 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am–4 pm

West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.

Sunday Run Club @ Ounces
Dec 1 @ 12:00 pm

Sunday Run Club
Takes place every Sunday at noon at Ounces.

Run is open to all running levels and starts/finishes at Ounces. Runners can go at their own pace and distance. Just show up at Ounces at noon on any Sunday to run! Strollers and pets welcome.

ounceswestseattle.com/events

Santa at Ounces
Dec 1 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Santa at Ounces!
Sunday, 12/1 from 1-4 pm

Santa Claus is coming to Ounces! Stop in to Ounces anytime between 1-4pm to snap your FREE pics with the jolly fella! Make sure to get on the waitlist when you arrive, then grab a beer, relax, and we’ll text you when it’s your turn to meet Santa!

‘Snowed In (Again)’ Matinees at ArtsWest
Dec 1 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

ArtsWest’s holiday musical!

ArtsWest presents SNOWED IN (AGAIN) by Corinne Park-Buffelen, music composed by David Taylor Gomes, and directed by Kelly Kitchens. This new holiday musical is a sequel to 2023’s SNOWED IN by Corinne Park-Buffelen and Mathew Wright. The cast features Seattle musical theater stars Lauren Drake (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), Ays Garcia (CINDERELLA at Village Theater), Alexander Kilian (SPRING AWAKENING at The 5th Ave), and Brandon Riel (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Harlequin Productions). They will be accompanied by Aaron Jin on piano. SNOWED IN (AGAIN) performs at ArtsWest from November 21 – December 22, 2024. Tickets are available online at artswest.org or by phone at (206) 938.0963.

Last year, a new holiday tradition was born as ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen.  But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four new stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit.  With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof.  What could possibly go wrong? 

Inspired by classic holiday TV specials and musicals about putting on a musical, witness this new Seattle theater tradition as four of the city’s most beloved musical theater stars take you on a journey of song, dance, friendship, family, and the true meaning of the holidays. 

“It was a fun challenge to reapproach last year’s production and reimagine it for a new cast,” says writer Corinne Park-Buffelen, “We knew we wanted to capture the magic of last year’s musical without doing a remount of last year’s show. I am thrilled with where we arrived!” SNOWED IN (AGAIN) features a mix of holiday classics, audience favorites from last year, and a couple new songs thrown into the mix. Titles include “I’m Happy Being Hosted” by Seattle legend, Rich Gray, along with “Bonita the Sexiest Elf”, and new song “Grampus” by David Taylor Gomes and Corinne Park-Buffelen that will have you rolling laughter and singing along.

SNOWED IN (AGAIN) is all-ages holiday fun. This year, ArtsWest has added Saturday matinees to welcome more families to see the production! “When you can keep four pre-teens, two parents in their 50s, and an 86-year-old grandma glued to their seats, you are obviously doing things right,” remarked longtime patron and volunteer, Arline Borella.

ArtsWest will present SNOWED IN (AGAIN) Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Saturday through Sunday at 3pm.

Musicians for the West Seattle Food Bank @ C & P Coffee Company
Dec 1 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

These are always the first Sunday from 3-5 pm at C & P Coffee, 5612 California Ave. SW.

Here are the dates and musical artists lined up for the season:

October 6 Orville Johnson and Ross Robinson with Andrew Mason Events for October 2024 – C and P Coffee

November 3 Carmaig and Geddon and A Band of Poets

December 1 Winter Band and Karl Niece, Miro Jugum, Nancy Morgan, and Charles Trafford

January 5 Misha Yolleck and Michael Partington

February 2 Bill Davie and Steve Norris

March 2 Christy McWilson and Jasper Tollefson

April 6 Heather Vic, Steffen Fanger, Kim Tuvim

May 4 Deb Seymour, Cynthia Ashley, and Judy Kaplan

Cash and/or non-perishable food item donations appreciated.

Free community meal @ Bethany Community Church
Dec 1 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

We wanted to let all of our West Seattle Neighbors know that Bethany Community Church, West Seattle (8600 9th Ave SW) is hosting a free community meal three times during december: Sunday Dec 1, Dec, 15, and Dec. 29th.

We know these can be tough times, so it’s our hope to provide a hot meal for anyone who needs it. Meals will be served 5:30-6:30 PM in our Fellowship Hall.

December 15th will be Christmas themed, with cocoa and cookies!

Triangular Jazztet at The Alley
Dec 1 @ 8:00 pm

Two sets, 8 pm and 9 pm, on Sundays.

Sunday karaoke at Admiral Pub
Dec 1 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 2 @ 1:30 am

Sundays & Wednesdays, 9 pm-1:30 am – Karaoke with KJ host and West Seattle legend Loretta.

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Arbor Heights food truck
Dec 2 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

New location! Trucks vary.

Crafting & Creativity Night at The Missing Piece
Dec 2 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Crafting & Creativity Night
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
The Missing Piece
9456 35th Ave SW

What’s your creative outlet? Knitting? Painting miniatures? Creative writing? Sketching? Calligraphy? Something else? Bring your supplies and come in to work on your crafts and hobbies at our big tables with other like-minded creative types!

Listening to Grief Peer Support Groups @ Mama Be Well Healing Studio
Dec 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Grief Support Groups

Grief groups are brave and safe spaces where bereaved people can share their stories and speak their loved one’s name without fear of getting advice, platitudes, or being shut out, no matter how long it’s been since their loved one’s passing. Every participant has dedicated time to speak about whatever they’d like, without judgment or interruption. Talking about our deceased loved ones in a supportive environment helps us remember them fully and helps us learn to carry the weight of their loss a little more gently.

These are ongoing, drop-in groups, but space is limited. Because of the sensitive nature of traumatic loss, the Thursday group is open only for those who are traumatic loss survivors. Learn more and register at listeningtogrief.com/groups. Contact Tamara at tamara@listeningtogrief.com with questions.

Mondays (except October 14 & November 25): 9:30 am-11:00 am at Nurture Wellbeing Studio 102
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Mondays (except October 14 & November 25): 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Mama Be Well Healing Studio

$32/session. 4 sessions for $102 (use within 6 weeks). Discounts are available for those who could otherwise not afford to attend.