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Thanks to WSB’er “Pigeonmom” for sharing that spectacular photo of tonight’s sunset. The forecast doesn’t offer much hope we’ll see a rerun tomorrow, but you never know!

West Seattle-based ‘Divine Marigolds’ TV pilot reaches $ goal

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(August WSB photo by Jonathan Stumpf, taken during “Divine Marigolds” shoot)
Three weeks ago, we reported on the local producers trying to raise $10,000 online to produce what they hope will be the pilot for a possible TV series set in West Seattle, “The Divine Marigolds.” Tonight was their deadline to get at least $10,000 in production-funding pledges via Kickstarter – and they made it, hitting $10,011 around 5 pm, thanks to more than 50 contributors. The producers had said the money would go toward getting their pilot produced – then they still would have to shop it around before knowing whether a TV network will pick it up. By the way, as they told us at the time we covered their project last month, they’ve been shooting “character vignettes” – the one that was in progress when we took the photo atop this update, is now fully produced – here’s the clip:

You can follow the project’s progress on the “Divine Marigolds” Facebook page.

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Seal Sitters guarding pup at Lincoln Park – please give it space

September 5, 2010 5:03 pm

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| West Seattle beaches | West Seattle news | Wildlife

(Photo by Christopher Boffoli)
ORIGINAL 5:03 PM REPORT: We’ve just received multiple reports (thank you!) that Seal Sitters are guarding a pup at Lincoln Park. If you happen to see it, please keep far, far away (binoculars can facilitate viewing from a safe distance) – the Seal Sitters’ blubberblog site is full of good reasons why, like this story about a pup forced back into the water at Alki on Friday because people wouldn’t steer clear, and this one about a pup scared back into the water at Lincoln Park a few days earlier. As Seal Sitters pointed out in that second story, if the pup wasn’t weaned and its mom couldn’t find it in the water, it would die. If you see a seal (of any age) on a West Seattle beach, call 206-905-SEAL as soon as you can.

ADDED 10:25 PM: In addition to the photo we added above, Christopher Boffoli also shares video – don’t worry, NOT shot from as close as it looks!

MONDAY MORNING P.S. We are reminded that for anyone who considers disregarding the Seal Sitters – harassing seals is against federal law, period, and you don’t have to take their word for it – here’s a reminder from the source. And there’s now an update on this pup, posted on the Seal Sitters’ “blubberblog” – they’ve nicknamed it Storm because of yesterday’s playoff game. MONDAY NIGHT: Storm’s now being helped by PAWS – and Seal Sitters are dealing with a new pup at Lincoln Park, nicknamed Swimmy. Here’s the Seal Sitters’ blubberblog update.

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Update: SDOT fixes ‘hacked’ West Seattle traffic sign

September 5, 2010 1:35 pm

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| Crime | Safety | West Seattle news

ORIGINAL 1:35 PM REPORT: First it was posted in the WSB Forums – then a neighbor/passer-by e-mailed a photo – but we weren’t going to believe it till we saw it for ourselves. Which we have since done. Yes, we know these signs have been hacked/vandalized/tampered with elsewhere in the country, but this is the first one we’ve heard of – at least in recent years – in West Seattle. Bart Simpson‘s trademark phrase is now displayed on the illuminated signboard just west of 18th SW on eastbound Dawson – BIG safety hazard because this is the warning sign that is inbetween a couple of tricky curves in the detour zone for the 16th SW road-rebuilding work north of South Seattle Community College. As we noted in the Forum, 206-386-1218 is the 24-hour city dispatch center for road problems; we didn’t see a crew when we were there, but will check back later. We’ll also be checking with SDOT to see why the sign wasn’t hackproofed.

6:09 PM UPDATE: We had sent a request for comment to the SDOT communications team, just in case they were monitoring e-mail; though we haven’t heard directly from any of them, we did just receive this e-mail from SDOT’s Susan Byers:

I am the SDOT (project manager) for the paving project on 16th Avenue SW. The message has been changed back to the original message.

7:29 PM UPDATE: Confirmed – here are our photos of the three-part message it’s back to displaying:

And we’ve also heard back from Rick Sheridan, who leads SDOT’s communications team:

The signs’ controllers can be secured but those locks can be cut or broken. We have taken measures to prevent further access.

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Get ready for ‘reuse/recycle weekend’ in Fauntleroy

September 5, 2010 9:00 am

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| Environment | Fauntleroy | West Seattle news

(WSB photo from February recycling event at Fauntleroy Church)
Thanks to Fauntleroy’s Judy Pickens for sharing information about what’s happening during “reuse/recycle weekend” next Saturday and Sunday:

The 15th annual 2nd Time Sale and the second Recycle Roundup constitute a “reuse/recycle weekend” coming up in Fauntleroy.

The much-anticipated sale will be Saturday, Sept. 11, 9 AM – 3 PM, and Sunday, Sept. 12, 11 AM – 1 PM, in and around Fellowship Hall at Fauntleroy Church, 9140 California SW. Expect bargains on a wide variety of clean, workable, and well-organized stuff, including furniture, toys, books, linens, kitchenware, and “Cut Above” treasures, plus a bake sale on Saturday.

That’s the reuse part of the weekend. The recycle part – a community-wide recycle roundup organized by the church’s Green Committee – will be Sunday, Sept. 12, 9 AM – 1 PM in the church parking lot. 1 Green Planet will accept and recycle a wide variety of items (see www.fauntleroyucc.org for the list), all for free. You bring it and, within minutes, it’s out of your life forever!

When 1 Green Planet came to Fauntleroy last February (photo above), they took away 4 truckloads of recyclables!

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West Seattle Sunday: Swimming; kayak (etc.) sale; Beer Fest!

September 5, 2010 6:07 am

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(Thanks to Mike S for sharing the link to that recent Alki time-lapse by YT member ‘ryanresella‘)
The forecast looks a little sketchy – but if you still want to squeeze in some water time before it’s too late, this is the fourth-to-last day of scheduled operations for Colman Pool, the outdoor saltwater swimming pool in Lincoln Park – after tomorrow, it closes except for one last “post-season weekend” next Saturday-Sunday (here’s the schedule) … And if you want to think summer till the very end, check out the season-ending sale today and tomorrow at Mountain to Sound Outfitters (WSB sponsor), whose proprietor Greg Whittaker says they’re clearing out to get ready for ski/snowboard seasons – used and new items up to 50% off, including kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, inline skates, and accessories; call 935-SNOW if you want to check something out before you go (3602 SW Alaska) … This afternoon, West Seattle Nursery presents another fundraising Beer Fest – 1 to 4 pm, raising money to fight multiple sclerosis … And of course, as is the case every Sunday year-round, you can shop the West Seattle Farmers’ Market, 10 am-2 pm, The Junction (44th/Alaska) – find the Ripe ‘n’ Ready “fresh sheet” here! … More on the WSB West Seattle Events calendar.

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Ruby Room fashion fundraiser features West Seattleites galore

September 5, 2010 3:57 am

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Here’s the official announcement for an event that’s happening downtown, but features a major contingent of West Seattle residents, helping out with a great cause:

The Ruby Room, a Seattle nonprofit that provides free formal gowns to teens whose families are struggling financially, will host their fundraiser fashion show, “Fashion Faux Pas to Fashion Fabulous” at the Paramount Theater on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010.

The fashion show features local fashion designers MAC Fashion House and Sabrina Couture, who reconstructed gowns that were donated to the Ruby Room but were unsuitable for the prom. The one-of-a-kind gowns are auctioned off after the fashion show and all proceeds benefit the Ruby Room. Attendees also have the opportunity to bid on items such as travel packages, wine, spa services and restaurant gift certificates.

“If you’re a fashionista on a budget, this is the perfect event for you,” says Nyla Bittermann, director of the Ruby Room and also a West Seattle resident. “Not only do you get to support a local nonprofit and local fashion designers, but you get something for your money. You can walk away with a one-of-a-kind gown.”

MAC Fashion House is the creative vehicle for Carlisia Minnis and Sabrina Hegland is the fashion brain behind Sabrina Couture. Both are established Seattle designers and proud residents of West Seattle.

MovinTM 92.5’s afternoon disc jockey, Mason, will host the fashion show, which features auctioneer Laura Michalek. DJ Skiddle and Richard J. Dalton of C89.5 will provide the music while gowns by MAC Fashion House, Sabrina Couture, House of Alidoro, Meringue by Wiredlemonade, Poirier Couture and Not Your Mama’s Apron walk the runway.

Tickets are $25 for general admission and $50 for V.I.P., which includes a swag bag filled with goodies. Visit www.rubyroomseattle.org for more information and to purchase tickets.

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