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Look for West Seattle’s Corwood Productions on location filming ‘All My Presidents’ this weekend
November 17, 2011 11:16 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS culture/arts

(Photo by Janet Sherwood)
This weekend, you just might see film crews out and about, as West Seattle’s Corwood Productions shoots its next production at six locations, including five in West Seattle, over the next three days. Here’s the official announcement:

Corwood Productions, creators behind the Seattle-based TV pilot “The Divine Marigolds,” is gearing up to shoot a new film, titled “All My Presidents,” Nov. 18-20th in West Seattle. All My Presidents is a short film created by West Seattle resident and executive producer Sarah Mackay as a tribute to her grandfather. All My Presidents is about a young boy who, after losing his father, grabs ahold of the only thing left, the ideology of US Presidents. The film is set in 1954 through 1992 and explores the coming of age in a political world and finding your own voice.

Nathan Gamble, the star of movies such as “Dolphin’s Tale,” “Dark Knight” and “Marley and Me,” lives in Washington State and will star in All My Presidents. “We are excited to have Nathan on board. It is a testament to our Northwest star talent giving back to the local film community,” says producer/actor Lisa Coronado. “We are focused on bringing heartfelt, creative films that break the mold and are of high production value with top notch talent and crew,” says producer/actor Alder Sherwood.

All My Presidents is directed by Connor Hair, co-produced by Lorraine Montez of Abundant Productions, co-produced by Jeremiah Kaynor of Corvus Eye Productions. Director of Photography is Ryan Purcell and Rick Walters is 1st AD. Also starring David Hogan, Riley Donahue, Brian Sutherland, and other Seattle talent.

Tomorrow’s filming is happening in the Lake Union area, but the five West Seattle location shoots are set for Saturday and Sunday, in and around Admiral-area homes on Saturday, and in the Holy Rosary and “south end of California” areas on Sunday. Of course the movie has its own Facebook page and Twitter account.

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West Seattle development: 3261 Avalon Way clears Design Review
November 17, 2011 9:49 pm
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 |   Development | West Seattle news

From tonight’s meeting of the Southwest Design Review Board: One project on the agenda, 3261 SW Avalon Way, six stories and about 120 units, not too far east of 35th (in the image above, that’s the not-entirely-finished 35th/Avalon building at right). This was the second Design Review meeting for the project, and the meeting concluded with the board recommending approval, with conditions. As was the case in the previous review, they are still concerned about the neighbors on either side (West Seattle Stadium is downslope on the south side), since the building is proposed to take up most of the lot; the only member of the public to speak at the meeting was a resident of a neighboring meeting, concerned about the proximity. Traffic challenges were mentioned too; the building is proposed for two parking entrances off Avalon, and will have about one space for each unit. The project site spans five lots, four of which currently hold single-family homes.

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Debbie Numoto’s ‘Snowman’ art returns to Illusions Hair Design
November 17, 2011 8:53 pm
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 |   Holidays | West Seattle news | WS culture/arts

Though West Seattle artist Debbie Numoto is gone, her art lives on – and it’s back at Illusions Hair Design (WSB sponsor) for the holiday season. Here’s the announcement from Illusions:

They’re Baaaaack!

Illusions is proud to announce that we are again featuring the “Snowman” artwork of West Seattle resident (the late) Debbie Dawn Numoto. Debbie was a long time client and friend of Illusions, and for over a decade she has been our featured artist on our art walls during the holiday season. Many knew her because of her many years of employment at NW Art and Frame.

Realizing that her artwork is one of the most highly anticipated showings each year, her family has graciously offered to loan us some of her favorite pieces and framed originals belonging to friends & family. These will not be for sale but will be featured for the public to come and view during regular business hours through the end of December. Fortunately her family has also provided a LIMITED number of her SIGNED prints from her collection available for $25 each.

If you never saw her work please stop by. If you have pieces hanging on your walls, this will be a great opportunity for one last time to admire the incredible life she gave to her many other paintings. Illusions has been honored to be able to showcase her paintings and are thankful for what Debbie has brought to our community as an artist and as a friend.

Ms. Numoto died of cancer three months ago at the age of just 49; here’s the obituary published on WSB.

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West Seattle group gathering to plan for ‘Occupy the Capitol’
November 17, 2011 8:39 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle politics

For those concerned about the big cuts looming in the state budget, Su Docekal sends word of “West Seattle Neighbors Against the Budget Cuts” gathering this Saturday “to do flyering to let people in this neighborhood know about the inhuman cuts that are being proposed for the upcoming special legislative session and about the protests that they can participate in.” The gathering is at noon Saturday at Salvadorean Bakery, 1719 SW Roxbury. She says they are looking ahead to “Occupy the Capitol,” a week of protests planned November 28-December 2. She says the demand will be:

— Oppose all cuts to jobs, services and education!
— Restore services, jobs and benefits by taxing corporations and the rich!
— Pressure the federal government to end U.S. wars and redirect military spending to the states!

If you want to find out more, you can contact Su at sudocekal@comcast.net or 206-953-5601.

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West Seattle Weather Watch: Snow here? Well, somewhere
November 17, 2011 4:42 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle weather

The newest forecasts say snow showers are likely somewhere in the metro area tonight and tomorrow morning … but exactly where, they’re not sure. One WSB’er on Twitter claims to have seen a few flakes in this afternoon’s rain, and the National Weather Service backs that up. Here’s their newest “special weather statement.” The city also has issued its traditional “we’re ready” statement. Let us know if things get flaky where you are. As for right now, going into the evening commute – we’ve got a bit of a cloudbreak, so your drive/ride home just might be OK!

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Battle of the bags? Peek at proposal to ban plastic, charge for paper
November 17, 2011 3:57 pm
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 |   Environment | West Seattle news | West Seattle politics

Though the plastic-bag fee/tax eventually got bagged, a new City Council move to get plastic bags out of the local waste stream is right around the corner. You’ve probably heard about it already; today we have a sneak peek at the proposal, thanks to a “Determination of Non-Significance” that landed in today’s semiweekly Land Use Information Bulletin. This is expected to be introduced in the City Council next week. The language in today’s notice would ban plastic and require stores to charge at least a nickel per paper bags – that would not be a tax, but would be kept by stores to help defray the cost of those bags. According to a story from the Seattle Times (WSB partner), people in our state city use almost 300 million plastic bags a year.

FRIDAY MORNING UPDATE: The proposed bag-ban ordinance (read it here) is scheduled for its official unveiling at a news conference Monday afternoon.

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West Seattle Thanksgiving: Here’s who needs turkeys
November 17, 2011 3:35 pm
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 |   Holidays | How to help | West Seattle news

Our previous report listed free dinners in West Seattle on Thanksgiving. Now, here’s YOUR chance to help people in need. Two local food banks are accepting turkeys and other food donations this weekend. First, from the West Seattle Food Bank:

Frozen turkeys and other food donations will be gratefully accepted at the West Seattle Food Bank on Saturday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM and on Monday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Pull into our parking garage off Morgan St. just east of 35th Ave. SW [map]. Contact us at 206-932-9023 for additional hours for donations on site.

Also, donations can be accepted during the Turkey Bowl on Saturday from 5:30 PM-8:00 PM at West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave. SW.

We published the White Center Food Bank turkey-drive announcement earlier; they’re requesting frozen turkeys and chickens this Saturday, 9 am-7 pm, at their HQ, 10829 8th SW [map]. Here’s our original announcement, which also includes contact information if you want to find out about other dropoff hours.

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West Seattle Thanksgiving: Free dinners – and help needed
November 17, 2011 2:50 pm
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 |   Holidays | How to help | West Seattle news

One week till Thanksgiving, and we have word of three FOUR free dinners that day in West Seattle. Even if you don’t want/need to go, maybe someone you know does – so help get the word out! Note that one of these is asking both for advance RSVP, and also for volunteers:

YOUNGSTOWN CULTURAL ARTS CENTER: Philippia Goldsmith says they’re looking for “families who have no other place to go for the holidays and need/want to join other local families for a good meal.” Families, please RSVP ASAP to Renée at renee.hipp12@gmail.com. This dinner has some needs, too:

Volunteers to donate a side dish
Volunteers to help with set up and teardown of the space
Entertainment (mostly music and/or board games for the kiddos)

If you can help with any of those, e-mail Phillippia at phillippiagoldsmith@live.com. (Youngstown is at 4408 Delridge Way SW.)

THE HALL AT FAUNTLEROY: Once again this year, Tuxedoes and Tennis Shoes Catering is putting on its famous free community Thanksgiving meal. And as usual, they say they already have plenty of volunteers – BUT they welcome pies and cookies to be donated for dessert. You can start bringing them down the day before Thanksgiving, or that morning. The dinner will be noon-3 pm at The Hall at Fauntleroy, 9131 California SW. Questions? 206-932-1059.

ST. JAMES ANNEX: On the south end of West Seattle – considered by some as the north end of White Center – Good News Christian Fellowship plans to offer a free Thanksgiving dinner, 1:30 to 5:00 pm, at St. James Annex, 9421 18th Avenue SW. All welcome, and they’re also welcoming “donations of food, cash, and clothing.” Contact Michael Spann at 206-854-2245 or michaelspann206@gmail.com to contribute (or inquire).

(added) WEST SEATTLE EAGLES: Just got word that the WS Eagles will again be having a free community Thanksgiving dinner: “Come and enjoy a mouth-watering homemade feast with your fellow West Seattleites. Dinner served from 2-5 PM. Everyone is welcome. Please use the door nearest the alleyway.” Their aerie is at 4426 California SW; call (206) 938-4426 with questions.

Any others? Let us know ASAP as our West Seattle Holidays page is almost ready to go up, and this information will all be there, along with other giving – and enjoying! – opportunities throughout the season. (editor@westseattleblog.com)

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It’s all downhill from here! Seattle Ski Shuttle starts tomorrow
November 17, 2011 1:08 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS & Sports

Just got word from Greg Whittaker at Mountain to Sound Outfitters/Alki Kayak Tours that his other enterprise is about to start its season:

The Seattle Ski Shuttle will be launching its 2011-2012 Season in coordination with the Crystal Mountain opening tomorrow.

This will be the 3rd year we have made the season opener at Crystal Mountain, and we have room for a limited number of riders to join us.

Call Mountain to Sound Outfitters @ 206-935-7669 to book your space on the ski shuttle, or sign up online @ www.seattleskishuttle.com.

How much snow is there at Crystal, you ask? Check their webcams!

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West Seattle Crime Watch: Plea deal in domestic-violence arson
November 17, 2011 10:33 am
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 |   Crime | Gatewood | West Seattle fires | West Seattle news

(6/28/2011 photo courtesy Kathryn)
By Tracy Record
West Seattle Blog editor

One of our periodic peeks into various court files to check on ongoing cases has just yielded news: There’s been a plea bargain in last June’s arson/domestic violence case in Gatewood. It happened three weeks ago, but we just spotted it now, and it does not appear anyone else has reported this yet. The fire happened on June 28th; the only person hurt was the defendant and home co-owner, 40-year-old John C. Siegel, whose injuries were later described as self-inflicted. He was found sitting outside the home as it burned.

The case drew extra citywide attention because Siegel had just gotten out of jail a month earlier after a plea bargain in a domestic-violence case that also yielded a charge of threatening a judge (as reported by Seattle Weekly). He is a lawyer and has been representing himself in this case, as he did in that one; the list of files in the four-month-old arson case is longer than many lists from cases that have been going on for years, and full of documents he wrote by hand while in jail (where he’s been since the fire). Here’s what we found out about Siegel’s plea bargain:Read More

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West Seattle Weather Watch: Blustery night; chill ahead
November 17, 2011 8:36 am
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle weather

Darlene shared the photo, writing, “How windy was it last might? The street light in front of our house fell over on our fence.” (She’s on the western side of Charlestown Hill.) Wind speed got into the 30s overnight, and it’s still a bit blustery now, but the weather focus is turning to the cooldown. Latest weather alert, issued early this morning, says tomorrow could bring a bit of snow in showers, but there’s more concern about low temperatures Saturday and Sunday mornings, and icy roads.

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West Seattle Thursday: Metro changes; Design Review; Alki Council
November 17, 2011 8:21 am
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 |   West Seattle news | WS miscellaneous

(Photo by Steve Mohundro, via the WSB Flickr group pool)
One week till Thanksgiving! From the WSB West Seattle Events calendar:

BANK PARTY: Umpqua Bank (WSB sponsor) in the Admiral District has been open a few weeks, but officially celebrates its grand opening today, 9 am – 6 pm, with local food and drink.

DELRIDGE DESC FUNDING: Joint Recommendations Committee considers Delridge DESC project’s county funding, 9:30 am, Mercer Community Center on Mercer Island (more information at delridgeforum.blogspot.com)

WEST SEATTLE DEMOCRATIC WOMEN: Want to learn how the “redistricting” of our state will change its political climate? Tim Ceis, Senate Democratic Appointee to the State Commission, speaks at the West Seattle Democratic Women luncheon meeting today at West Seattle Golf Course. Registration is from 11:15-11:30 am; program from 11:30 am-1 pm. $12/members; $15 nonmembers (or the minimum fee of $5, which includes coffee/tea and dessert). Call (206) 935-3216 to check on space availability.

GOT A BAND? MEET THE SKYLARK BOOKERS: From Skylark Café and Club: “Bands cancelled (tonight) so Skylark is doing a Meet & Greet with Jessie and Mackenzie, the booking agents. Bring your press kit and tell them about your band. 5-7 pm. Afterwards we will play vintage vinyl on the turntables and you will drink beer.”

COMMUNITY SAFETY COALITION: South Delridge/White Center Community Safety Coalition meets to discuss crime and safety issues in the area, St. James Annex, 9421 18th SW, 6 pm.

UNDERSTANDING LONG TERM CARE OPTIONS: Seminar hosted by Merrill Gardens at West Seattle (WSB sponsor), 4611 35th SW, 6 pm. Having difficulty understanding which long-term-care option is best for you or your loved one? You are not alone! Local experts will be on hand to help you better understand the difference between retirement living, assisted living, adult family home and skilled nursing facilities. Check availability – call Colleen at (206) 932-5480.

METRO CHANGES: Second and final scheduled meeting to talk about Metro’s future and “restructuring” the route system in West Seattle, 6:30 pm, Madison Middle School (details here). Note that this is scheduled to be open-house format, as was the first meeting last week (WSB coverage here), so there is no presentation – Metro managers are taking comments and answering questions on a one-to-one basis.

DESIGN REVIEW: Southwest Design Review Board’s second meeting to consider 3261 SW Avalon Way, 6:30 pm at WS Senior Center (California/Oregon) – here’s our report about the first meeting back in July.

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: Monthly meeting at 7 pm, Alki UCC (6112 SW Hinds).

‘BEAN’: Original family musical “Bean: The Musical Fruit” continues at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center (4408 Delridge Way SW) tonight at 7. Tickets: Adults: $7; $5 student (present ID at will-call); $5 children 12 and under. Tells the tale of a character who just doesn’t quite fit in, finding her way in the world.

SHOP LATE THURSDAY: Happening Thursday nights in The Junction through the holidays. Till 9 pm; participating merchants are listed here.

AT CLICK! DURING ‘SHOP LATE THURSDAY’ TONIGHT: Poppi jeweler Dawn Benedetto and “Meat Lover’s Meatless Cookbook” author Kim O’Donnel at Click! Design That Fits (WSB sponsor) in The Junction. 6-9 pm.

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