West Seattle Blog…

July 4th

Want to know what’s happening in West Seattle on the 4th of July? That’s what this page is all about. If you have a Fourth event that belongs here – e-mail us or leave a comment on the page. Thank you!

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FIREWORKS INFO
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SEATTLE’S BIGGEST SHOW: No Elliott Bay fireworks again this year. But from certain north-facing spots including Hamilton Viewpoint, Belvedere Park/Viewpoint and much of the westernmost stretch of Harbor Avenue, you should be able to get a good view of the Lake Union fireworks – the Family 4th show – which lost their big sponsor and almost didn’t happen till an impromptu citywide donation drive. WSB donated. So did two of our sponsors, Ventana Construction and Merrill Gardens. (Note that the Port-owned Jack Block Park will *not* be open late for fireworks-viewing.)

THREE TREE POINT FIREWORKS: Just south of West Seattle, this waterfront community presents a big display – if you’re interested in watching, consider donating (you can do it online).

VASHON FIREWORKS: Quartermaster Harbor (map), visible from some parts of south-/west-facing West Seattle.

IF YOU’RE GOING SOMEWHERE ELSE … Here’s the list of all fireworks displays around the region (July 4th AND other days too)

REMINDER ABOUT PERSONAL-FIREWORKS LAWS: Illegal in Seattle (that link explains the city’s preference regarding reporting fireworks violations). Illegal in Burien. OK in White Center (and the rest of the unincorporated area) to use between 9 am and midnight on the 4th *only*, even though the fireworks stands are already selling them (as they were legally allowed to do as of noon Monday 6/28; read the county rules here).

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INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADES
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ADMIRAL 4TH OF JULY KIDS’ PARADE: This is the holiday’s only parade in West Seattle. All kids welcome to participate, with their families – walk, ride your bike, be pulled in a wagon, pushed in a stroller! 10 am, starts at 44th and Sunset (map), picnic and games at Hamilton Viewpoint afterward (free, but refreshments cost $ as a fundraiser – details of the event here). King County Executive (and Admiral resident) Dow Constantine is scheduled to kick it off, with other VIPs on hand including West Seattle Hi-Yu Festival royalty.

BURIEN 4TH OF JULY PARADE: If you feel like heading south, here’s info on their 3 pm parade – with entrants including the multiple-award-winning West Seattle Hi-Yu float. (Anyone else in West Seattle entered in this parade? Let us know so we can encourage more to join the cheering section!)

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OTHER EVENTS (AND SHOPPING!)
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SOUTHWEST SEATTLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S ANNUAL MEMBERS’ PICNIC: Noon-3 pm, Log House Museum; new members encouraged to join at the picnic.

GROUP PHOTO AT ALKI HOMESTEAD: After the picnic, less than a block west, the Southwest Seattle Historical Society plans to gather a crowd in the street and on the sidewalk in front of the Alki Homestead for a group photo with the slogan “This Place Matters,” 1:30 pm (details here) Note that 61st SW will be blocked off between SW Stevens and Alki SW 12:30 pm-3 pm for the event (“no parking” signs are up as of Friday 7/2).

ART SECONDS SALE: 9 am-3 pm, Avalon Glassworks parking lot. The public is invited to the Avalon Glassworks annual sidewalk sale of “seconds” and samples, extras and odd art glass. We’ll have our parking lot full of unique art glass on Sunday, July 4, 2010, 9 am-3 pm. Crazy bargains for all! We are located at 2914 SW Avalon Way, next door to the Luna Park Cafe.

CLICK! SALE: Fourth of July Sale at Click! Design That Fits (WSB sponsor):
Need to pick up a host/hostess gift for that BBQ you’re heading to?
Sunday, July 4, we will be open from 10am until 3pm for a storewide sale: everything in stock is 20% – 50% off. Celebrate Independence Day with your local independent home furnishings and accessories store!

COASTAL SALE ON ALKI: From Coastal: “We are having a sale again this year, we’ll have rolling racks of stuff outside and our new Beach Cart selling frisbees, sand toys, sun hats, kites, etc. We’re marking a ton of stuff down starting on Friday.”

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET 10 am-2 pm in The Junction as always!

SKYLARK CAFE AND CLUB: Open for Sunday brunch (but closed 4th of July night)

FROM BRICKYARD BBQ: “Come celebrate Independence Day at the BRICKYARD’S – BACKYARD BBQ! The Backyard is now open at the Brickyard and we are featuring free hot dogs for all kids on the 4th. We also have great outdoor games like horse shoes and washers. Three wide screen T.V’s to catch all the World Cup action.”

FROM REDLINE MUSIC-SPORTS: Sunday Brunch 12-3 ONLY $5!!! Plus drink specials

FULL TILT ICE CREAM: 4th of July and ice cream just seem to go together. Full Tilt WILL be open, but closing @ 5 pm.

HOLIDAY COFFEE: WSB sponsor Hotwire Coffee is open 7 am-6 pm

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OTHER NOTABLE INFO
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NO ALKI TRAFFIC/PARKING CHANGES: Per Southwest Precinct.. However, please note the 61st SW blocked-off block for the Homestead photo/rally, 12:30-3 pm.

CITYWIDE TRAFFIC ALERTS FOR THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND: See them here

METRO BUS SERVICE FOR JULY 4TH: Regular Sunday schedule for both Sunday and Monday, 7/4-7/5 (details here)

WATER TAXI SERVICE FOR JULY 4TH: “Regular schedule,” says the county

WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ON JULY 4TH: Regular summer weekend schedule for Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth

LIQUOR STORES: The state says most are open

*Since the holiday’s on a Sunday this year, there are fewer closures/schedule changes – Monday, however, is an official holiday too, so most government offices are closed, and there’s no mail delivery*

Again, if you know of any special West Seattle activities/events open to the public on the 4th of July that aren’t listed here, please let us know! We’ll continue to update this page as info comes in.