Karaoke at the Admiral Pub

Every Sunday and Wednesday 8 pm till 1 am

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

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.    
  
Otter Pup is open Thursday-Saturday 10 am-2:30 pm through September 2024!

The Otter Pup is an extension of our Cafe Alki Coffee Shop here on campus! We are offering coffee, ice cream and sweet treats during Garden Center hours! This is an opportunity to support our Culinary Arts Program! Electronic Payments Only! Located in the North Parking lot outside of the Garden Center.

Medicare Health Insurance is a challenge: it’s so confusing – so much information – the way it works, the options available, what to consider, what steps to take – how on earth are you going to decide which is the best plan for you?

Are just starting on Medicare, or do you need to make a change? Why struggle on your own to figure it all out! Come to my educational presentation Navigating Medicare at the Center for Active Living (formerly, WS Senior Center) on Thursday, September 5th at 11:00 – 12:00. You’ll get a clearer understanding of how it all works, what your options are, and how to go about deciding which plan would be best for you.

Understanding the Low FODMAP Diet with Dr. Megan Taylor, ND
When: Thursday, September 5th from 12:30-1 pm

Summary: A Low FODMAP Diet is one of the most well-studied diets in the management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Based on current research, 52-84% of patients report a reduction in their IBS symptoms when eliminating dietary FODMAPs (Liu, et al. 2020). However, the Low FODMAP Diet often feels incoherent and difficult to grasp. Join Dr. Megan Taylor as she explains how you can better understand this diet plus some tools that can make implementing it easier!

Register here to get the link.

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

Check out our Instagram and Facebook page for Special Events during the Summer! @nwwa_southseattlecollege and Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle College.

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: 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
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 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.

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.

Thursdays 6:00 PM (until the time change in the fall when it is pitch black at 6:00 PM)
Saturdays 10:00 AM
Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being-West Seattle for Movement & Community!

Walk with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park on both Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM and also on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM — Rain or Shine.

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.

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

You can sign up in advance to participate here.

Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Westies Run Club
Thursdays at 6 pm

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

Thursdays are blues-music nights at The Spot.

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!

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

If you love live music, you won’t want to miss one of our most popular events. Hosted by the multi-talented musician Larry Knapp, Piano Bar is an evening of music and merriment featuring favorites from the Great American Songbook and the early jazz era. We feature special guest musicians every month.

You do not need to be a member of The Center to attend Piano Bar, so bring your friends and family. You can also purchase wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks, tapas and dessert. $10 entry fee at the door.

Come have a fun night at The Center for Active Living!

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

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

When: Thu Sept 5th – 8 pm show start
-Where: Great American Diner, 4752 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116
-Who: Headlined by Davey Wester, National headlining comedian! And featuring local Seattle-based comedian Jes Anderson

Tickets – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-jokes-at-the-junction-davey-wester-tickets-974835959597

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

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.    
  
Otter Pup is open Thursday-Saturday 10 am-2:30 pm through September 2024!

The Otter Pup is an extension of our Cafe Alki Coffee Shop here on campus! We are offering coffee, ice cream and sweet treats during Garden Center hours! This is an opportunity to support our Culinary Arts Program! Electronic Payments Only! Located in the North Parking lot outside of the Garden Center.

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

Check out our Instagram and Facebook page for Special Events during the Summer! @nwwa_southseattlecollege and Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle College.

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.

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.

Kids free with paying adult.

Date: September 6th

Time: kids’ activities 5-6 including face-painting, making slime, blasting Diet Coke/Mentos, and juggling

Tim Turner Band onstage starting at 6 p.m.

Lil’ Dipper Ice Cream Pop-up!
Friday, September 6th | 5:30-8 pm

Ice Cream, Ice Cream. Who wants some Ice Cream? Head to Ounces on Friday, Sept 6th for a tasty pop-up featuring Lil’ Dipper dipped cones! Pick your flavor, add some sprinkles, and eat up! We’ll of course have that beer stuff and B’s will be here serving Burgers & Fries.

September 6, 6:30 – 9, $40, Potters Night at the Clay Cauldron. 5214 Delridge Way SW, www.theclaycauldron.com, text frances at 206-330-7027 to sign-up or for more information. Guided projects offered or work on your own pieces. Potluck snacks, wine and beverages offered. Adults only.

September 6, 6:30 – 9, $40, Potters Night at the Clay Cauldron. 5214 Delridge Way SW, www.theclaycauldron.com, text frances at 206-330-7027 to sign-up or for more information. Guided projects offered or work on your own pieces. Potluck snacks, wine and beverages offered. Adults only.

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

KENYON HALL PRESENTS
Mary Flower w/ Doc Stein and Spud Siegel

Friday, September 6th 2024

Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 7:30 pm

All Ages

Seated

$25 General Admission / $20 Senior/Student

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An internationally known and award-winning picker, singer/songwriter and teacher, the Midwest native relocated from Denver to the vibrant Portland, Oregon music scene in 2004. Mary Flower continues to please crowds and critics at folk festivals, teaching seminars and concert stages domestically and abroad, that include Merlefest, Kerrville, King Biscuit, Prairie Home Companion and the Vancouver Folk Festival, among many.

A finalist in 2000 and 2002 at the National Finger Picking Guitar Championship, a nominee in 2008, 2012 and 2016 for a Blues Foundation Blues Music Award, and many times a Cascade Blues Assn. Muddy Award winner, Flower embodies a luscious and lusty mix of rootsy, acoustic-blues guitar and vocal styles that span a number of idioms – from Piedmont to the Mississippi Delta, with stops in ragtime, swing, folk and hot jazz.

Flower’s 11 recordings, including her four for Memphis’ famed Yellow Dog Records — Bywater Dance, Instrumental Breakdown, Bridges and Misery Loves Company — show a deep command of and love for folk and blues string music. For Flower, it’s never about re-creation. Her dedication to the art form is a vital contribution to America’s music.

“A world class finger-style guitarist and lap slide player.” – Downbeat Magazine

Meet the Artist Reception with Marci Carlson
Friday, September 6, 7-8:30 pm

Spruce Hill Winery, T2 Cellar, and Republic of Cider Tasting Room
2960 4th Ave S

We’re honored to feature paintings by Marci Carlson in the Spruce Hill Winery, T2 Cellar, and Republic of Cider tasting room through September! Her landscapes are dreamy, ethereal, and gorgeous!

We’re hosting a “Meet the Artist” event on Friday, September 6, from 7-8:30 pm. You can explore Marci’s pieces, chat with her about her work, sip glass pours of wine and cider (available for purchase) and enjoy some light snacks.

We connected with our friends at Fogue Studios & Gallery to bring you this month’s featured artist. All works are available for purchase through the studio.

Contact info@sprucehillwinery.com to make a reservation!

Dj Buzsy every Friday and Saturday at JARAYS GRILL AND LOUNGE
2216 SW ORCHARD ST
SEATTLE WA 98106
9 PM -2 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

Karaoke is back on Friday nights! 10 pm with Rone

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

September 7th: 8 am GOT FIT West Seattle kicks off. This is a free intermediate half marathon group training program for runners. This program is for those who have run a half marathon before. You will have partners to run three times per week and coaching on said workouts. Come to our info night on Sept 4th at 6:30 pm – email lori@westseattlerunner.com

Big Blue Truck, a division of Seattle nonprofit
Northwest Center, is excited to announce the opening of a new donation site in West
Seattle. Beginning Saturday, August 3, 2024, community members can donate gently
used clothing, textiles, and small household goods at WaFd, 4102 California Ave SW,
98116.

The donation site will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
“We are thrilled to return to West Seattle! The Big Blue Truck was a popular donation site
in the heart of West Seattle until Covid forced its closure in 2020. Now West Seattleites
once again have a convenient weekend drop-off location just steps from the heart of
Alaska Junction,” said Michael Scalzo, SVP of Operations at Big Blue Truck. “We are
passionate about collecting our community’s gently used clothing items to support
children and adults with disabilities. We believe being back in West Seattle will have
both a sustainable and mission-led impact on the community for generations to come.
A big thank you to our partners WaFd, Value Village, and PrintItForward.net for being
instrumental in our return to West Seattle!” said Tess Connor, Chief Growth &
Operating Officer at Northwest Center.

Donations made to Big Blue Truck support Northwest Center’s education and
employment programs for children and adults with disabilities. By donating, residents
not only help children and adults with disabilities but also promote environmental
sustainability through recycling and reusing goods.

Big Blue Truck welcomes donations of:

 Gently used clothing
 Shoes
 Books
 Textiles- including towels and sheets
 Small household items

For more information about what to donate or the work Big Blue Truck supports,
please visit our website at BigBlueTruck.org or email marketing@nwcenter.org
Join us in making a difference in West Seattle – every donation counts!

ABOUT THE BIG BLUE TRUCK
Big Blue Truck, a Northwest Center social enterprise since 1967, has been a leader in
sustainability, recycling, and reuse for more than half a century. Big Blue Truck sells
donations of gently used clothing, textiles, and shoes to partner Value Village, using
the proceeds to support Northwest Center programs and services for children and
adults with disabilities. Learn more at BigBlueTruck.org.

ABOUT NORTHWEST CENTER
Northwest Center (NWC) was founded in 1965 by Seattle parents who wrote the
nation’s first law guaranteeing education to kids with disabilities. Today, NWC
provides services from cradle through career: Early Support for children birth to 3,
inclusive Early Learning, Employment Services for adults with disabilities, and
training and consultation to empower businesses and educators to provide inclusive
spaces. Learn more at NWCenter.org.

If you are expecting or know someone who is, a FREE FIT4BABY prenatal preview class is planned this Saturday, September 7, at 9 am on the rooftop terrace of Lake Washington PT.

You can RSVP with this link and we will enroll you!

The 9 am class will be followed by a short presentation and Q&A on posture and pelvic-floor function pre- and postpartum given by April Johnson PT, DPT, PCES of LWPT, who is also a FIT4BABY alum!!

April is a physical therapist and a pregnancy and postpartum corrective-exercise specialist. Her goal is to help women decrease pain during pregnancy and safely return to activity postpartum. She has a deep understanding of the issues associated with pregnancy and strives to master the whole-body approach to women’s health. This process involves restoring posture, breathing mechanics, pelvic floor function (external), strength and much more! Some of the most common conditions treated are low back pain, sacroiliac joint pain, neck/shoulder pain, diastasis recti and incontinence.

For the class, please enter Lake Washington PT through the main entrance at 1309 Harbor Ave SW, Suite A. Street parking will be available. Make sure to check in at the front desk and someone will be there to direct you to the rooftop terrace. We can’t wait to see you then!

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

Please join us on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 9:00 am for a memorial ride to celebrate the life of Steve Hulsman, the long-time Cascade member and volunteer Ride Leader who was tragically hit and killed while biking in West Seattle in December.

We will gather at 9 a.m. in the main parking lot at Lincoln Park in West Seattle, where Steve’s family and close friends will speak about his life and love of bicycling. We will also hear from elected officials about the need for continued investment in protected bike lanes and active transportation infrastructure to improve safety for people biking and walking. Before departing by bike, we will raise a toast to Steve (coffee, Nuun, and orange juice will be provided). The ride is expected to start at about 10 a.m. following a safety briefing from Cascade Ride Leaders. All riders must wear a helmet and attend the safety briefing to participate.

*Note: We are offering three separate routes for this ride: an “easy” route out to the West Seattle Passenger Ferry Terminal and back along relatively flat roads and trails (14.1 miles/ 423 ft of elevation gain), and hillier option that is an “intermediate to difficult” route (25 miles/ 2,473 ft of elevation gain) and a “very difficult” route that should only be attempted by experienced cyclists (42.7 miles/ 4,518 ft elevation gain).

These routes are self paced in nature, meaning that you can ride them at your own pace, by yourself, or with friends. We will have organized group rides led by ride leader volunteers offered at most paces for those that prefer to ride in a group. You are welcome to choose if you would prefer to ride by yourself or join one of the organized rides. Regardless of which route you choose to ride, we will all be starting from the same starting point. The routes for all three ride options are linked at the bottom of this ride description. We encourage you to download your preferred route to your phone or GPS device prior to the ride.

We will climb and descend hills at our own pace. We’ll also limit our speed on any multi-use paths to the legal maximum (usually 15 MPH, occasionally 10 MPH).

Restrooms are available at the start. There are also restrooms at the turnaround point adjacent to Seacrest park at the West Seattle Passenger Ferry Terminal dock for riders riding the easier route.

Bring a spare tube and tools to fix a flat, just in case. Other things to bring: phone; ID; cash and/or credit card; ORCA card; water and a small snack. Please have full fenders if the roads are wet, or you may be asked to ride at the rear of the group. Helmets are required.

Note: If weather conditions meet the weather cancellation criterion listed above or if there are unforeseen hazardous riding conditions or other unexpected events, the Ride Leader will cancel the ride and all registered riders will be sent a notification email. If the ride is canceled at least two hours before the start, Ride Leader(s) will not be at the start location. Please check before leaving for the ride.

We hope you can join us!

This event is canceled per DNDA.

What: The YWomenVote 2024 Gen Z National Town Hall is more than just an event; it’s a movement to ensure that Gen Z’s voices are heard loud and clear in the electoral arena. Join our nonpartisan watch party and engage neighbors for civic action.

This 3-part program will reach thousands of young people across the country through its live-streamed and live audience components, including:

A moderated panel discussion among Gen Z women and gender-expansive individuals from diverse backgrounds;

A presidential candidate forum (invitations have been extended to candidates but have not yet been confirmed and

Get-out-the-vote (GOTV) activation!

Who: All ages invited!
When: Saturday, 9/7 10 am-1 pm
Where: Youngstown Cultural Arts Center’s Thelma DeWitty Theater: 4408 Delridge Way SW

🌶 FARMS – a wide range of produce with market classics and unique varieties from cultures across the globe including African, Asian, and Latino heritage staples, plus tree fruit, berries, flowers, honey, plants, and more – maybe even halal chicken and eggs!! (we’re working on it)

🥘 FOOD – experience unique flavors with prepared and packaged foods, baked goods, sauces, and more from Senegal, Zanzibar, Pakistan, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Indigenous cultures – just to name a few!!

🎨 ARTISAN – get your home and body right with a wide range of personal care products, soaps, candles, jewelry, visual art, accessories, and clothing all made by hand with lots of love by our crafters

🆓 RESOURCES – plenty to share for all in need including 50+ free produce bags each week, $5 youth bucks for all kids, diapers and hygiene products, holistic health and wellness programming, unlimited SNAP-EBT matching, community tables, and more

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.    
  
Otter Pup is open Thursday-Saturday 10 am-2:30 pm through September 2024!

The Otter Pup is an extension of our Cafe Alki Coffee Shop here on campus! We are offering coffee, ice cream and sweet treats during Garden Center hours! This is an opportunity to support our Culinary Arts Program! Electronic Payments Only! Located in the North Parking lot outside of the Garden Center.

Thursdays 6:00 PM (until the time change in the fall when it is pitch black at 6:00 PM)
Saturdays 10:00 AM
Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being-West Seattle for Movement & Community!

Walk with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park on both Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM and also on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM — Rain or Shine.

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.

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

You can sign up in advance to participate here.

Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

(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

Stop by and step back to the ’70s at Easy Street Records:
Disco Brunch from 11:00-2:00 PM.
No RSVP needed!
We will be playing classic Disco hits from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM, followed by the new “Sylvester: Live At The Opera House.”
Enter an exclusive giveaway where you can win a Sylvester-themed prize!

Live At the Opera House is the first-ever full release of Sylvester’s iconic 1979 concert at the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House.
The album features 13 unedited songs from the performance, plus a recording of the mid-concert ceremony where Sylvester was awarded the key to San Francisco, culminating in over an hour of previously unreleased music and a total runtime of over 2 hours.

The album package includes recently discovered photographs from the evening, plus new liner notes by Joshua Gamson, author of The Fabulous Sylvester: The Legend, The Music, The Seventies in San Francisco.

It’s our End of Summer ‘Grow-Out’ Plant Sale!

Loads of fresh, healthy houseplants in pots, beautiful air plants, air plant holders, planter stands, trellis’, custom plant pots, aerium planters, glass orb hangers, and more!

It’s the end of Summer, and we’ve got a lot of babies to share that are looking for new homes!

Come early for the deals, to get the most selection, and see all the things before they’re gone!

We will be setting up a good size pop-up shop for the day in our front yard. Lots to look at, and everything available for sale. 😀

* House Plants. Succulents. Air Plants. Cacti. Tropicals. Indoor Plants.

* Planters. Plant Holders. Plant Pots. Terrariums. Aeriums.

* Wall Hanging. Free Hanging. Free Standing. Connecting.

* Planter stands, multiple size trellis’, propagation stations, and more!

* Original, Unique, and Distinctive Designs.

* Propagated, Planted, & Handcrafted In West Seattle.

See preview pics below or online:
– https://www.facebook.com/terraplanted
– https://www.instagram.com/terraplanted
– https://www.facebook.com/lightrazor/
– https://www.instagram.com/lightrazordesign/
– https://lightrazordesign.com/collections/planters

Located in West Seattle, within the Puget Ridge neighborhood, at 6350 18th Ave. SW

Regular weekly family reading time.

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.

Join Postcards4Democracy on summer Saturdays to handwrite reminders urging Democrats and Independents to register and vote. Gather in C&P Coffee’s back yard Saturdays all summer from Noon to 2 pm, right after C&P’s indoor Saturday music performance. Bring stamps and postcards — or we’ll do what we can to get you started. (Postcards4Democracy also meets year round at C&P every Tuesday from 10:30am-Noon.)

Website: Postcards4democracy.org
email:
postcards4democracyWS@gmail.com

September 7, 12:00 – 3, $40, Pumpkins and Apples at the Clay Cauldron, 5214 Delridge Way SW, theclaycauldron.com, text frances at 206-330-7027 to sign-up or for more information. Items will be made using pinch pot sculpting.

September 7, 12:00 – 3, $40, Pumpkins and Apples at the Clay Cauldron, 5214 Delridge Way SW, www.theclaycauldron.com, text frances at 206-330-7027 to sign-up or for more information. Items will be made using pinch pot sculpting.

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

Check out our Instagram and Facebook page for Special Events during the Summer! @nwwa_southseattlecollege and Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle College.

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.

Welcome our 15th Year Anniversary Addition of “Salsa & Bachata on Alki Beach”.
Dance partners are not needed. Please share this with your friends.
Please note our events may cancel due to weather, updates are posted by noon day of.
**Wristbands sold on site ONLY,
**Beware: Tickets are NOT being pre sold.
1st EVENT
DATE: Saturday, July, 6th
(7/6, 7/27, 8/10, 8/24, 9/7, 9/14)
TIME: Intro Lesson @4:30 pm.
Dance Social @5:30 pm-9:30 pm
COST:
$35 4:30 pm-5:30 pm Intro lesson with (dance inclusive)
$25 5:30 pm-9:30 pm dance cover only
Cash, Venmo or Master/Visa welcome.

Salsa: Dj El Guero Con Sabor
Bachata: Dj Felix
50/50 mix
!!FREE Anniversary T-shirt giveaway to the first 10 attendees starting 5:30pm.

Saturday All-ages Open Mic 7 to 10 pm

Beats on Saturdays:

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

Dj Buzsy every Friday and Saturday at JARAYS GRILL AND LOUNGE
2216 SW ORCHARD ST
SEATTLE WA 98106
9 PM -2 AM

Saturdays at 10 PM we have Karaoke

Big Blue Truck, a division of Seattle nonprofit
Northwest Center, is excited to announce the opening of a new donation site in West
Seattle. Beginning Saturday, August 3, 2024, community members can donate gently
used clothing, textiles, and small household goods at WaFd, 4102 California Ave SW,
98116.

The donation site will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
“We are thrilled to return to West Seattle! The Big Blue Truck was a popular donation site
in the heart of West Seattle until Covid forced its closure in 2020. Now West Seattleites
once again have a convenient weekend drop-off location just steps from the heart of
Alaska Junction,” said Michael Scalzo, SVP of Operations at Big Blue Truck. “We are
passionate about collecting our community’s gently used clothing items to support
children and adults with disabilities. We believe being back in West Seattle will have
both a sustainable and mission-led impact on the community for generations to come.
A big thank you to our partners WaFd, Value Village, and PrintItForward.net for being
instrumental in our return to West Seattle!” said Tess Connor, Chief Growth &
Operating Officer at Northwest Center.

Donations made to Big Blue Truck support Northwest Center’s education and
employment programs for children and adults with disabilities. By donating, residents
not only help children and adults with disabilities but also promote environmental
sustainability through recycling and reusing goods.

Big Blue Truck welcomes donations of:

 Gently used clothing
 Shoes
 Books
 Textiles- including towels and sheets
 Small household items

For more information about what to donate or the work Big Blue Truck supports,
please visit our website at BigBlueTruck.org or email marketing@nwcenter.org
Join us in making a difference in West Seattle – every donation counts!

ABOUT THE BIG BLUE TRUCK
Big Blue Truck, a Northwest Center social enterprise since 1967, has been a leader in
sustainability, recycling, and reuse for more than half a century. Big Blue Truck sells
donations of gently used clothing, textiles, and shoes to partner Value Village, using
the proceeds to support Northwest Center programs and services for children and
adults with disabilities. Learn more at BigBlueTruck.org.

ABOUT NORTHWEST CENTER
Northwest Center (NWC) was founded in 1965 by Seattle parents who wrote the
nation’s first law guaranteeing education to kids with disabilities. Today, NWC
provides services from cradle through career: Early Support for children birth to 3,
inclusive Early Learning, Employment Services for adults with disabilities, and
training and consultation to empower businesses and educators to provide inclusive
spaces. Learn more at NWCenter.org.

Group Polar Plunge at Alki – Every Sunday at 9 am

Join us Sunday mornings at 9 am at Alki for a group plunge in the Sound. We meet at the Statue of Liberty across from Alki Cafe.

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

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.

What: Adaptive Cycling for people with disabilities.

Who: Anyone age 7+ that needs an adaptive bike due to permanent or temporary disability, or those who are no longer comfortable riding a 2-wheeled bike due to balance and coordination issues

Where: Constellation Park, Beach Drive Healthy Street

When: Sunday September 8, 10 am to 2 pm

Cost: Free thanks to a partnership with Seattle Dept of Transportation

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.

Lumberyard’s weekly drag brunch, Wood Morning, has a twist this week! A special guest host, Jolene Granby! Show starts at noon, with delicious brunch offerings and cocktails!

Ticket link:
eventbrite.com/e/wood-morning-drag-brunch-tickets-788753050607?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

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.

Alki UCC Open Community Choir Call
This Sunday, September 8 at 11:30 am
6115 SW Hinds St
Info: music@alkiucc.org

alkiucc.org/

Come sing with us!

Alki UCC Music Director Stephen Anthony Rawson invites you join our community of singers for an open rehearsal to kick off the fall season.

All are welcome, regardless of experience, age, faith or non-faith. Join us to sing new and well-loved songs in a variety of musical styles, including traditional hymns, spirituals and gospel.

Come once … keep coming back … there are no auditions or commitments.

An accomplished and exuberant choir director, Stephen is a Seattle-based pianist, composer and music teacher proficient in a variety of musical styles and settings, from classical and jazz to contemporary and gospel. One of his many career highlights was working with Jennifer Hudson as her piano coach and music assistant to help prepare her for the role of Aretha Franklin in the MGM biopic Respect.

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

Sunday, September 8th 1 to 2:30 at West Seattle Row House
join Author and Life Coach Jenny Gwinn McGlothern to
dive into her book for a PlayShop. Learn tools and tips from her book,
Mama Needs a Refill: Finding Light in the Midst of Madness as we circle
up for a Refill Reflection.

4203 SW Oregon Street

Heart Tending Workshop with Listening to Grief and Daish Wellness and Coaching

Explore grief using breathwork, meditation, and yoga alongside art, writing, and color. Daisha Nilsen of Daish Wellness and Coaching and Tamara Kubacki of Listening to Grief will lead a small group through various movement and creative exercises. Movement and breathwork will help move heavy feelings through the body, and discussion and writing prompts will aid in processing the many different types of grief we all carry. Snacks and tea will be provided. You are encouraged to bring your own yoga mat and mug for tea!

Sunday, September 8, 2024
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
$82 (sliding scale available)
At Bohemian Studios
4801 Fauntleroy Way Southwest

Register at yogidaish.com/event-details/heart-tending-workshop

Those interested in joining the Historical Society as members are also invited to the annual End of Summer Potluck on Sunday, September 8. The Southwest Seattle Historical Society will provide chicken, beverages, Husky Deli Ice Cream (for sale), and members are invited to bring a side dish to share. The event includes a raffle (including registration for two to the historical society’s Spring Gala and a $100 Gift Card to the West Seattle Nursery), a chance to meet and mingle with SWSHS members, and a first look at the 2024-2025 exhibit – Seattle’s Forest: The West Duwamish Greenbelt.

The Southwest Seattle Historical Society, which owns and operates the Log House Museum, was founded in 1984 by community volunteers. Today, the volunteer and member powered organization has a mission to promote inclusive local history through education, preservation, and advocacy.

Questions: museum@loghousemuseum.org

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

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

New location! Trucks vary.

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!

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

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 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

Six Things you should know about Affiliate Marketing
Speaker: Jesse Lakes

Free informational event
Monday, September 9th at 7 pm
West Seattle Coworking
9030 35th Avenue SW

West Seattle Coworking is happy to present another great speaker for the monthly Entrepreneur Enrichment Series:

As the former Global Product Manager for the iTunes Affiliate Program at Apple, and a consultant to the Microsoft Store Affiliate Program, Geniuslink CEO and author Jesse Lakes has had the pleasure of working with hundreds of creators and publishers. As a 20 year student of Amazon’s affiliate program he’s also learned the hard lessons.

Join us for this free and rare event on Monday September 9th from 7 pm to 8 pm in our Westwood location. Learn about what affiliate marketing is, how it works, who the players are, and how much you are already a part of it. We’ll wrap up discussing if affiliate marketing is something that could be helpful for you and your business.

While the event is free, registration is strongly recommended to reserve a seat for yourself. You can do it here:
westseattlecoworking.zohobackstage.com/Sixthingsyoushouldknowaboutaffiliatemarketing#/=

If you have been considering affiliate marketing, you don’t want to miss this event.

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
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.

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
The Alley
Mondays 8-10 pm
No cover charge

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

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

What: Qi Gong Sessions
When: Every Tuesday, 10-11 AM
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.
Sign-Up: Interested participants can sign up through this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transform-stress-into-vitality-with-qi-gong-tickets-1003240127227

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

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

**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!

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
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.

West Seattle Realty (WSB sponsor) and Good Society are co-sponsoring a debate-watch party.

Event Details:
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Date: Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, starting from February 13
Location: 9030 35th Ave SW

*If occupancy is full, please email hello@westseattlewie.com so we can notify you of last minute cancellations!*

Are you a female entrepreneur in West Seattle looking to take your business to new heights? Look no further! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of West Seattle Women Entrepreneurs, a dynamic meetup group created exclusively for ambitious women like you.

Join our vibrant community of like-minded individuals who understand the unique challenges and triumphs of being a female entrepreneur. Whether you’re just starting out or have an established business, our supportive network is here to inspire, empower, and help you thrive.

What makes us different? Our focus is not just on networking, but on fostering meaningful connections. At West Seattle Women Entrepreneurs, we believe in building authentic relationships that go beyond business transactions. Connect with a diverse group of driven women who are eager to share their knowledge, experiences, and resources.

Why join us?

Empowerment Surround yourself with a community that believes in your potential. Gain confidence, receive encouragement, and find the motivation to reach new heights in your entrepreneurial journey.

Knowledge Exchange Expand your horizons through thought-provoking discussions, educational workshops, and inspiring guest speakers. Unlock valuable insights, strategies, and practical tips to propel your business forward.

Collaboration Opportunities Discover potential collaborations and partnerships within our network. Leverage the collective expertise and skills of our members to overcome obstacles, tackle new projects, and achieve mutual success.

Supportive Environment Feel the power of a supportive community that understands the unique challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. Gain a sounding board, share your victories, and find solutions to common hurdles.

Local Focus West Seattle is our home, and we’re proud to support the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of our community. Benefit from localized resources, connections, and opportunities tailored to our specific region.

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of growth and success? Join West Seattle Women in Entrepreneurship today and take your business to new heights!

We invite you to join our event, where [provide a brief description of the event]. It promises to be an engaging and informative gathering.

Registration:
To secure your spot, please register via Eventbrite using the following link:
eventbrite.com/e/west-seattle-women-in-entrepreneurship-meetup-tickets-664648049207?aff=oddtdtcreator
Please note that space is limited, so we encourage you to register at your earliest convenience.

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

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

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

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

Tuesday Trivia

Free Tuesday Trivia every Tuesday night at 7 pm

More details here: ounceswestseattle.com/upcoming-events

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

Thursdays 6:00 PM (until the time change in the fall when it is pitch black at 6:00 PM)
Saturdays 10:00 AM
Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being-West Seattle for Movement & Community!

Walk with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park on both Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM and also on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM — Rain or Shine.

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.

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

You can sign up in advance to participate here.

Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Toddler Reading Time every Wednesday at 10:30 am!

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.

The 34th District Democrats meet monthly on second Wednesdays. Agenda and format varies – check 34dems.org for updates. This month: Pre-meeting program starts at 5:30, presentation about Project 2025. Online meeting: Register here.

Fix-It-Workshop
Every Wednesday
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
West Seattle Tool Library (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

6-8 pm trivia, all ages!

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

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

Details on this Instagram post.

What: Author Q&A to celebrate Small Town Romance
Where: Q&A at Paper Boat Booksellers: 6040 California Ave SW
When: Wednesday, September 11th at 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Free Tickets: RSVP via Eventbrite (Space is limited, so please reserve a ticket if you plan to join)

Since 2020, many community groups have disbanded, and their meetings have changed.

The SW Precinct would like to formally reinvigorate in-person community meetings in our community room !!

Starting in September, we will hold quarterly Crime Prevention Council meetings with informational speakers and exciting guests.

This is an opportunity for anyone and everyone to join us, meet your local Officers, ask questions, express concerns and hear about issues impacting our Precinct.

Date: Wednesday September 11th

Time: 6:30pm – 8pm

Location: SW Precinct Community Meeting Room – 2300 SW Webster St.

Guest Speakers: City of Seattle Councilmember Rob Saka and SW Precinct Leadership

Tentative Agenda:

6:30pm – 6:40pm Introductions of SPD and City Personnel

6:40pm – 6:50pm Update on Crime from SW Precinct

6:50pm – 7:20pm Update & State of the District from Councilmember Rob Saka

7:20pm – 7:55pm Q&A

7:55pm – 8 pm Closing Comments and Next Meeting Requests

What: Yoga in the Park

When: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm on 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11, 9/18

Where: Myrtle Reservoir Park: 35th Ave SW & SW Myrtle St

Description: Join us for weekly Yoga in the Park! Embrace the serene natural setting as you unwind and strengthen your body and mind. Bring your mat, a water bottle, and a positive spirit for an invigorating session under the open sky. This class will be co-taught by Natalie & Linh – two local, West Seattlite yoga teachers.

Cost: $15

Registration Link: eventbrite.com/e/yoga-in-the-park-tickets-935279966557?aff=oddtdtcreator

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!

Winner, 2016 Obie Award for Best New American Play
Winner, 2016 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play

In 1648 India, two Imperial Guards watch from their post as the sun rises for the first time on the newly-completed Taj Mahal—an event that shakes their respective worlds. When they are ordered to perform an unthinkable task, the aftermath forces them to question the concepts of friendship, beauty, and duty, and changes them forever. GUARDS AT THE TAJ is one of Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s seminal works.

“Absorbing…GUARDS AT THE TAJ raises potent questions about the human price paid throughout history for the caprices of the mighty, even when they result in architectural wonders that ultimately give pleasure to the masses.” —The New York Times

“Rajiv Joseph gives us plenty to admire in his play…He hooks us quickly. He surprises with tonal shifts, jumping from The Odd Couple breezy to Game of Thrones ghastly. He creates compelling and sympathetic characters.” —New York Daily News

TICKETS HERE

THE OPTION OF FLOOR SEATING

Enjoy an immersive experience in the Indian tradition by witnessing the show from a gau takiya, a cushioned floor seat, along with the musicians. The Floor Seating option for this presentation provides you with an option to get out of the theatre seats, make yourself comfortable and enjoy the show from the same level as the artists. This limited option is general admission.

“Nearly all (Indian classical) musical recitals involved musicians, as well as listeners, sitting at the same ground level (not separated by a stage). Musicians thought this the best way to get maximum audience interaction and eye-contact, a vital part of an Indian classical recital, whereby the performer can receive continuous inspiration and appreciation.” (Jameela Siddiqi, Danbar.org)

When the audience shares the floor as the performer, the audience in a most subtle way is invited to become a part of the story, to become a part of the character’s life. Removing your shoes is an option, but not a requirement. Please contact the box office if you have any additional questions.

Only 8 floor seats available each performance.

PURCHASE FLOOR SEATING

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.

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

Wednesday night trivia at 8 pm with Quizmaster J!

Karaoke at the Admiral Pub

Every Sunday and Wednesday 8 pm till 1 am

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

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.    
  
Otter Pup is open Thursday-Saturday 10 am-2:30 pm through September 2024!

The Otter Pup is an extension of our Cafe Alki Coffee Shop here on campus! We are offering coffee, ice cream and sweet treats during Garden Center hours! This is an opportunity to support our Culinary Arts Program! Electronic Payments Only! Located in the North Parking lot outside of the Garden Center.

Time is running out to join us for one of the most impactful events of the year!

The State of the Port Luncheon with Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho is just around the corner, and this is your last chance to secure your ticket.

What can you expect at this exclusive Member luncheon?

Insights: Commissioner Cho will provide an in-depth look at the Port’s major projects, economic and environmental initiatives, and the impact in West Seattle.

Networking Opportunities (with a view!): Connect with industry leaders, local business owners, and community members who are working together in community to shape our shared future.

Salty’s Meal Choice: Enjoy lunch from Salty’s on Alki Beach, with your choice of:

Starter:

Salty’s Seafood Chowder or
Salad with roasted grapes, hazelnuts, and lemon thyme-scented goat cheese.

Entrée:

Brined & Roasted Chicken with chili lime honey glaze or
Stuffed Portobella Mushroom with caramelized onions and sweet potato mash.

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

Check out our Instagram and Facebook page for Special Events during the Summer! @nwwa_southseattlecollege and Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle College.

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: 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
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 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.

Second Thursdays, it’s time for the West Seattle Art Walk; follow that link to see venue/artist highlights – and to get the walking map/venue list!

The West Seattle art walk is a monthly art event that is held the second Thursday of each month 5 pm to 9 pm year-round. The art walk is hosted by the local West Seattle merchants who feature a wide range of art and showcase our vibrant artist community.

West Seattle Art Walk Pop-up Market
Location: Jet City Labs, 4547 California Ave SW

Dates:

September 12, 2024

October 10, 2024

November 14, 2024

December 12, 2024

Description: A pop-up market featuring local artists and makers as part of the West Seattle Art Walk. Explore unique creations from various vendors while enjoying the vibrant community atmosphere.

Time 5-8 pm

Cost: Free

https://qr.jetcitylabs.com/art-walk

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.

West Seattle Art Walk
Thursday, September 12
5 pm to 9 pm
West Seattle Grounds
2141 California Ave SW

Join Lora Radford for a Wild at Heart pop-up during the September 12 West Seattle Art Walk. Hosted at West Seattle Grounds, this pop-up will feature autumn-inspired stonecast candles and bowls.
Lora will be joined by talented Dan Jacobs who will be showcasing his PNW photographs. Stop by for a crisp glass of wine and great art.

THURSDAY, September 12th: WORDS, WRITERS, SOUTHWEST STORIES PRESENTS (register here):

B.J. Bullert
Southwest Seattle Historical Society and historian, author, and documentary filmmaker

Join the Southwest Seattle Historical Society and historian, author, and documentary filmmaker, BJ Bullert, for our next Words, Writers & Southwest Stories on Thursday, September 12.

Bullert will discuss her work as a documentarian of local history. She will share examples of films and projects she has completed on Earl Robinson, the West Seattle composer featured in a new Desmond Hansen at SW Hanford St and California Ave SW, the Duwamish Tribe, as well as her work with the Southwest Seattle Historical Society.

B.J. Bullert is a communication scholar and a documentary filmmaker.

Bullert has taught communication at American University, Muhlenberg College, and the University of Washington. She has served as a Research Fellow at the Joan Shorenstein Center on the Press, Politics and Public Policy at Harvard University, where she studied the integral role of public relations professionals in shaping the sweatshop awareness movement. At Oxford, she studied the history of ideas and wrote a thesis about Adam Smith and the Unenlightened.

Bullert maintains an ongoing career as a documentary filmmaker. Her company, Seattle Films Hidden Histories LLC, is dedicated to producing works about the Pacific Northwest.

More info here! THURSDAY UPDATE: Toujaise Flute Duo is at Great American Diner & Bar (4752 California SW), not CAPERS

Thursdays 6:00 PM (until the time change in the fall when it is pitch black at 6:00 PM)
Saturdays 10:00 AM
Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being-West Seattle for Movement & Community!

Walk with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park on both Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM and also on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM — Rain or Shine.

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.

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

You can sign up in advance to participate here.

Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

Westies Run Club
Thursdays at 6 pm

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

Thursdays are blues-music nights at The Spot.

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!

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

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

Winner, 2016 Obie Award for Best New American Play
Winner, 2016 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play

In 1648 India, two Imperial Guards watch from their post as the sun rises for the first time on the newly-completed Taj Mahal—an event that shakes their respective worlds. When they are ordered to perform an unthinkable task, the aftermath forces them to question the concepts of friendship, beauty, and duty, and changes them forever. GUARDS AT THE TAJ is one of Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s seminal works.

“Absorbing…GUARDS AT THE TAJ raises potent questions about the human price paid throughout history for the caprices of the mighty, even when they result in architectural wonders that ultimately give pleasure to the masses.” —The New York Times

“Rajiv Joseph gives us plenty to admire in his play…He hooks us quickly. He surprises with tonal shifts, jumping from The Odd Couple breezy to Game of Thrones ghastly. He creates compelling and sympathetic characters.” —New York Daily News

TICKETS HERE

THE OPTION OF FLOOR SEATING

Enjoy an immersive experience in the Indian tradition by witnessing the show from a gau takiya, a cushioned floor seat, along with the musicians. The Floor Seating option for this presentation provides you with an option to get out of the theatre seats, make yourself comfortable and enjoy the show from the same level as the artists. This limited option is general admission.

“Nearly all (Indian classical) musical recitals involved musicians, as well as listeners, sitting at the same ground level (not separated by a stage). Musicians thought this the best way to get maximum audience interaction and eye-contact, a vital part of an Indian classical recital, whereby the performer can receive continuous inspiration and appreciation.” (Jameela Siddiqi, Danbar.org)

When the audience shares the floor as the performer, the audience in a most subtle way is invited to become a part of the story, to become a part of the character’s life. Removing your shoes is an option, but not a requirement. Please contact the box office if you have any additional questions.

Only 8 floor seats available each performance.

PURCHASE FLOOR SEATING

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

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

Friday, September 13 – 9:30 to 2:30 at Limber Yoga
7901 35th Ave SW, 2nd Floor

Listen – Sack Lunch Mini Yoga Retreat
All levels of yoga welcome, join life coach Jenny McGlothern and yoga teacher Aubrey Jackson for 5 hours of reflection, community, connection, movement, stillness and ultimately a REFILL.

limberyoga.com/day-retreat1.htm

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.    
  
Otter Pup is open Thursday-Saturday 10 am-2:30 pm through September 2024!

The Otter Pup is an extension of our Cafe Alki Coffee Shop here on campus! We are offering coffee, ice cream and sweet treats during Garden Center hours! This is an opportunity to support our Culinary Arts Program! Electronic Payments Only! Located in the North Parking lot outside of the Garden Center.

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.

Class: Native Plants for the Winter Garden
Date: Sunday, October 13, 2024 @ 1:00-2:00 PM
Location: Under the carport adjacent to the Garden Center at the West Seattle Nursery (5275 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136)

RSVP: This event is FREE!! Please RSVP here as space is limited!

More information: Learn about native plants for the winter garden with Meagan, our Natives Buyer at West Seattle Nursery! Meagan has been working at the West Seattle Nursery since 2013, serves on the Board of Directors for the Northwest Horticultural Society, and volunteers with Washington Rare Plant Care and Conservation through the UW Botanic Gardens. More information can be found here!

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

Check out our Instagram and Facebook page for Special Events during the Summer! @nwwa_southseattlecollege and Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle College.

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.

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.

Lady Jaye is having our 5 year anniversary week and will be doing FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER Smoked Texas Style Wagyu Brisket on Friday. 4 pm until sold out

We think its going to be a big deal 😊

And we ae so excited to have been a part of West Seattle for the last 5 years and we re-signed another 5 year contract. We are sticking around!

September 13, 6:00 – 9, $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 constellation ceramic luminary. Ready for pick up after about 2 weeks.

Kenyon Hall Cabaret

KENYON HALL’S ALL AGES DRAG EVENT

Friday, September 13th 2024

DOORS @ 7:00 PM

PERFORMANCES @ 7:30 PM

donorbox.org/events/665295

Kenyon Hall Cabaret is a night not to be missed! The night will be filled with dance, song, games and chance to connect with community. The core of this group has big plans in bringing the Drag experience to the Kenyon Hall neighborhood. While many of those ideas and plans are under development the Kenyon Hall Cabaret is a great jump start to getting to know some Local Drag Artists who, through time bring you down the rabbit hole of Performance art.

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

Winner, 2016 Obie Award for Best New American Play
Winner, 2016 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Play

In 1648 India, two Imperial Guards watch from their post as the sun rises for the first time on the newly-completed Taj Mahal—an event that shakes their respective worlds. When they are ordered to perform an unthinkable task, the aftermath forces them to question the concepts of friendship, beauty, and duty, and changes them forever. GUARDS AT THE TAJ is one of Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s seminal works.

“Absorbing…GUARDS AT THE TAJ raises potent questions about the human price paid throughout history for the caprices of the mighty, even when they result in architectural wonders that ultimately give pleasure to the masses.” —The New York Times

“Rajiv Joseph gives us plenty to admire in his play…He hooks us quickly. He surprises with tonal shifts, jumping from The Odd Couple breezy to Game of Thrones ghastly. He creates compelling and sympathetic characters.” —New York Daily News

TICKETS HERE

THE OPTION OF FLOOR SEATING

Enjoy an immersive experience in the Indian tradition by witnessing the show from a gau takiya, a cushioned floor seat, along with the musicians. The Floor Seating option for this presentation provides you with an option to get out of the theatre seats, make yourself comfortable and enjoy the show from the same level as the artists. This limited option is general admission.

“Nearly all (Indian classical) musical recitals involved musicians, as well as listeners, sitting at the same ground level (not separated by a stage). Musicians thought this the best way to get maximum audience interaction and eye-contact, a vital part of an Indian classical recital, whereby the performer can receive continuous inspiration and appreciation.” (Jameela Siddiqi, Danbar.org)

When the audience shares the floor as the performer, the audience in a most subtle way is invited to become a part of the story, to become a part of the character’s life. Removing your shoes is an option, but not a requirement. Please contact the box office if you have any additional questions.

Only 8 floor seats available each performance.

PURCHASE FLOOR SEATING

Sound Bath Infused with Mt Shasta Energy

Having just returned from guiding an intimate and local group on a sacred journey to Mt Shasta, Maari is offering a sound and ceremony, bringing the magic of Mt Shasta into a sound bath. In addition to the Himalayan bowls, quartz crystal bowls, gongs and chimes, there will be the sounds of crop circles used in the CE5 meditation, a Green Serpentine Mt Shasta Crystal Tone Bowl, a Rose quartz Crystal Tone Bowl and more.

Friday September 13
7:30-8:30 pm
$38

Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-bath-infused-with-mt-shasta-energy-tickets-999878813447

Dj Buzsy every Friday and Saturday at JARAYS GRILL AND LOUNGE
2216 SW ORCHARD ST
SEATTLE WA 98106
9 PM -2 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

Karaoke is back on Friday nights! 10 pm with Rone

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

Big Blue Truck, a division of Seattle nonprofit
Northwest Center, is excited to announce the opening of a new donation site in West
Seattle. Beginning Saturday, August 3, 2024, community members can donate gently
used clothing, textiles, and small household goods at WaFd, 4102 California Ave SW,
98116.

The donation site will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
“We are thrilled to return to West Seattle! The Big Blue Truck was a popular donation site
in the heart of West Seattle until Covid forced its closure in 2020. Now West Seattleites
once again have a convenient weekend drop-off location just steps from the heart of
Alaska Junction,” said Michael Scalzo, SVP of Operations at Big Blue Truck. “We are
passionate about collecting our community’s gently used clothing items to support
children and adults with disabilities. We believe being back in West Seattle will have
both a sustainable and mission-led impact on the community for generations to come.
A big thank you to our partners WaFd, Value Village, and PrintItForward.net for being
instrumental in our return to West Seattle!” said Tess Connor, Chief Growth &
Operating Officer at Northwest Center.

Donations made to Big Blue Truck support Northwest Center’s education and
employment programs for children and adults with disabilities. By donating, residents
not only help children and adults with disabilities but also promote environmental
sustainability through recycling and reusing goods.

Big Blue Truck welcomes donations of:

 Gently used clothing
 Shoes
 Books
 Textiles- including towels and sheets
 Small household items

For more information about what to donate or the work Big Blue Truck supports,
please visit our website at BigBlueTruck.org or email marketing@nwcenter.org
Join us in making a difference in West Seattle – every donation counts!

ABOUT THE BIG BLUE TRUCK
Big Blue Truck, a Northwest Center social enterprise since 1967, has been a leader in
sustainability, recycling, and reuse for more than half a century. Big Blue Truck sells
donations of gently used clothing, textiles, and shoes to partner Value Village, using
the proceeds to support Northwest Center programs and services for children and
adults with disabilities. Learn more at BigBlueTruck.org.

ABOUT NORTHWEST CENTER
Northwest Center (NWC) was founded in 1965 by Seattle parents who wrote the
nation’s first law guaranteeing education to kids with disabilities. Today, NWC
provides services from cradle through career: Early Support for children birth to 3,
inclusive Early Learning, Employment Services for adults with disabilities, and
training and consultation to empower businesses and educators to provide inclusive
spaces. Learn more at NWCenter.org.

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

2nd Time Sale at Fauntleroy Church
Sep 14 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sep 15 @ 11:30 am – 3:00 pm

Organizers of this huge annual community sale make sure items are all in working order, clean, organized, and well worth the bargain price. Cash, check, or Venmo payment accepted.

🌶 FARMS – a wide range of produce with market classics and unique varieties from cultures across the globe including African, Asian, and Latino heritage staples, plus tree fruit, berries, flowers, honey, plants, and more – maybe even halal chicken and eggs!! (we’re working on it)

🥘 FOOD – experience unique flavors with prepared and packaged foods, baked goods, sauces, and more from Senegal, Zanzibar, Pakistan, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Indigenous cultures – just to name a few!!

🎨 ARTISAN – get your home and body right with a wide range of personal care products, soaps, candles, jewelry, visual art, accessories, and clothing all made by hand with lots of love by our crafters

🆓 RESOURCES – plenty to share for all in need including 50+ free produce bags each week, $5 youth bucks for all kids, diapers and hygiene products, holistic health and wellness programming, unlimited SNAP-EBT matching, community tables, and more

Big parade through South Park! Info here.

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.    
  
Otter Pup is open Thursday-Saturday 10 am-2:30 pm through September 2024!

The Otter Pup is an extension of our Cafe Alki Coffee Shop here on campus! We are offering coffee, ice cream and sweet treats during Garden Center hours! This is an opportunity to support our Culinary Arts Program! Electronic Payments Only! Located in the North Parking lot outside of the Garden Center.

Thursdays 6:00 PM (until the time change in the fall when it is pitch black at 6:00 PM)
Saturdays 10:00 AM
Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Join Walking for Well-Being-West Seattle for Movement & Community!

Walk with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park on both Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM and also on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM — Rain or Shine.

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.

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

You can sign up in advance to participate here.

Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.

West Seattle Comprehensive Plan Walking Tour

Join Complete Communities Coalition and partners as we explore and learn from the example of West Seattle’s Alaska Junction how to build better neighborhoods. We will take a 2-mile walking tour and discuss how choices being made right now in Seattle’s comprehensive plan will shape our city over the next two decades. Hear how better housing options can support local businesses, provide affordability, and allow families to grow together across generations.

The event will last from 10 am to 12:30 pm. The walk and talk will begin at Junction Plaza Park [42nd/Alaska] and continue for 2 miles and end at Top Pot Doughnuts [. We’ll wrap up with writing letters to the City Council about what we learned and want them to prioritize in the comprehensive plan.

This is an all-ages event, and is welcome to all!

RSVP: bit.ly/west-seattle-walking-tour

Grace Church
10323 28th Ave SW

Grace Church will host a 1 day “Loss of a Spouse” GriefShare recovery support group for those who have lost a loved one by death. There is no charge for this event. The book, video and discussion group

Classes begin Saturday, September 14, 2024 @ 10:30 am , located in church basement, Room 128. For more information call;

Debbie Bacon
509-560-3414
GriefShare Facilitator
Albernice55@gmail.com

(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

Regular weekly family reading time.

September 14, 11:00 – 3, Garden Fairy event at the Delridge P-Patch, 5078 25th Avenue SW, text frances at 206-330-7027 for more information. Community event – Art and craft activities, fairy hair sparkles by Fairy Princess Rain, and more.

We will have crafts, performances, storytelling, and demonstrations!