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Winter-sports season is about to begin at many high schools, including West Seattle’s Chief Sealth International HS, which announced some big news this past week: After five years, Sealth football coach Asosa Sailiai is out, according to an announcement by athletic director Sam Reed, who says that while he is looking for a new coach who can “take that next step toward competitive success,” he thanks Sailiai for “leaving a much stronger program than the one he inherited,” having been able to, with his staff, “more than triple participation numbers, eliminate significant academic achievement issues within the program and build a junior varsity team that had been absent for some time.” Also this week, Reed congratulated his school’s fall-sports athletes for their achievements – read on for the official recap he shared with the CSIHS community:Read More
Just before 1, we were driving west on SW 98th in Arbor Heights when suddenly the Junior Member of the Team said, “What’s that plane doing?” Big Air Force plane, headed eastbound – slow and relatively low – directly overhead. Pulled over and rolled video till it passed. Figured it out fairly quickly, confirmed by the Seahawks website – pre-game C-17 flyover in honor of Veterans Day (weekend).
ADDED 1:32 PM: Thanks to Anne for sharing this photo:
That was taken from Brace Point, just north of where we saw the flyover. The C-17 is a Boeing-built cargo aircraft, first deployed in 1993.
The White Center Food Bank not only serves our neighbors to the south in its namesake community, it also serves people in West Seattle as far north as SW Myrtle. So you’re helping people in both communities if you can respond to this request, just received (note it’s actually two requests in one – for turkey donations, and for volunteer holiday-distribution help):
On November 19 from 9 am until 7 pm, White Center Food Bank will be holding a Turkey Drive to collect donated frozen turkeys and chickens for their upcoming Thanksgiving holiday distribution. White Center Food bank expects to serve over 1,000 families for the holiday. This year’s turkey shortage combined with high wholesale prices (currently $1.25 a pound) make it difficult for the food bank to purchase turkeys at normally deep discounts. Starting (today), local sales and deals on turkeys will be posted on the White Center Food Bank’s Facebook page. Other meal items that are needed include: olives, cranberry sauce, pickles, cookie or cake mixes, cool whip or whipping cream, pumpkin, any type of canned milk, muffin mixes and pie crust mixes.
To donate, any turkey or chicken should be frozen. White Center Food Bank located at 10829 8th Avenue SW will be open November 19 until 7 pm to accept any donation. Other times to drop off are available; please call 206-762-2848. Volunteers are still needed to assist with holiday distribution as well including Monday through Wednesday, November 21-23 from 12:30-3:30 pm.
Here’s the WC Food Bank’s post this morning about turkey deals (got one to add?). P.S. We’re compiling requests for holiday help – here’s how to send one.
Location, location, location, the saying goes. That’s what Holy Rosary‘s Daisy Scout Troop has for their bake sale this morning outside the church, continuing into the early afternoon. Not only are they right outside the church at 42nd/Genesee – that’s also kitty corner from West Seattle Christian Church, a block up the street from Hope Lutheran Church, and on the north edge of The Junction, if you happen to be headed that way for the West Seattle Farmers’ Market or other shopping. They’re donating part of the proceeds to veterans, so patriotic themes abound, including a flag-design cake and red/white/blue decor – and Thanksgiving touches, too:
The bake sale has an indoor table at Holy Rosary, too.
(Fall colors on Harbor Avenue, from Drew Atkins)
Happy Sunday! From the WSB West Seattle Events calendar:
HAPPENING NOW: The Holy Rosary Daisy Scout Troop will be hosting a bake sale all morning long. Look for the tent on the corner of 42nd/Genesee by the church steps. The fundraiser is giving part of their proceeds to homeless veterans in King County through the American Legion www.legion.org/auxiliary. Kamila Kennedy tells us, “The first graders have made beautiful patriotic signs and are baking away for Sunday. Come see us and support this event!”
ST. JOHN’S ARTS/CRAFTS SALE: St. John’s Arts & Crafts Co-Op Fall/Holiday Sale in the Parish Hall. St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, northeast corner of California/Hanford. ALL proceeds go directly to outreach, both locally and globally. A wide range of handmade items. Checks or cash only. Raffle (need not be present to win), and you’re invited to bring a donation for the West Seattle Food Bank. saintjohnonline.org
WHAT’S NEW AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET: West Seattle Farmers’ Market, 10 am – 2 pm, The Junction (44th/Alaska): Palouse Pastured Poultry is bringing organic turkeys today, since market managers say most of their regular vendors already have sold their Thanksgiving-season turkeys.
CURIOUS KIDSTUFF SALE: Big pre-holiday sale in The Junction — 11 am-5 pm, 25 percent off everything in stock @ Curious Kidstuff (WSB sponsor).
(added) OPEN HOUSE: West Seattle Natural Medicine, 3256 California Ave SW, 11 am-3 pm, has an open house today introducing Dr. Arika Dortero, ND, CLE, who will be providing pediatric/family care at the clinic.
‘THE ART OF LOVE’: Fundraiser for animal-advocacy group Furry Faces Foundation, wine and auction, Ola Salon (2942 Avalon Way), all ages welcome, admission free, bring $ for auction items and donations, 3-6 pm, details here.
SPECIAL BICYCLE EVENT IN WHITE CENTER: DubSea Bikes, 2-4 pm in downtown White Center, free repair event, details here.
NIGHTLIFE: V + The Noise with special guest Alessandra Rose, live at Feedback Lounge (WSB sponsor) tonight at 7, to be video-recorded for a Kickstarter event … At Skylark Café and Club, the Tilted Thunder Railbirds Talent Show takes the stage at 8 pm (all ages) … The Bridge has Sunday karaoke tonight with Kelli at 9:30.
(August 26, 2011, photo by Jeff Hogan)
West Seattleite Jeff Hogan photographs orcas, watches them, studies them, and teaches about them. Much of the latter work is done through Killer Whale Tales, the educational nonprofit he founded and runs. Tonight, instead of being out on Puget Sound, he was a stone’s throw from the Duwamish River with more than 100 people celebrating KWT’s work at its 11th anniversary dinner/auction gala:
They gathered at the Duwamish Longhouse, with a special guest among the orca experts on hand:
That’s Tucker, the dog famous for his ability to sniff out orca scat – pointing researchers to samples they can use to learn more about the beloved whales, and how we can help save them. Tucker’s work was the topic of a presentation tonight. (You can read more about him in our story about a different Longhouse event earlier this year.) Partygoers enjoyed entertainment, too, from accordionist Hugh Sutton:
Lots of interest in the silent-auction offerings:
If you couldn’t get to tonight’s gala, you can still support Killer Whale Tales’ work – here’s how.
Two West Seattleites’ work is in the spotlight:
MAGAZINE FEATURES MACHEL SPENCE: The work of West Seattle nature photographer Machel Spence will be featured in the next edition of Natural History Magazine, on its way to bookstores and newsstands if it hasn’t arrived already. The photo above, which shows what Machel explains is “a species of slime mold at Lincoln Park,” is one of eight photos you’ll see in the three-page feature.
ANTHOLOGY INCLUDES STORY BY THOMAS P. HOPP: Fourteen West Coast authors, including West Seattle’s Thomas P. Hopp, have written stories comprising a new mystery e-book anthology called “West Coast Crime Wave.” Hopp’s story is titled “The Ghost Trees,” which he explains “refers to trees killed by loggers in old West Seattle, and to cedar trees killed in recent years by a new breed of bad guy, the tree poacher. These criminals take down trees illegally to make a little money in the cedar shake business, often to support a drug habit. When a tree poacher turns up dead in West Seattle’s Puget Creek Canyon, investigator Peyton McKean is called in to figure out ‘whodunnit’.” (Read a longer preview here.) “West Coast Crime Wave” was e-published by bstsller.com, which points you to this Amazon page to buy/access the anthology.
ORIGINAL 3:43 PM REPORT: Thanks to Debra Salazar Herbst for sharing the sight she spotted off Alki a little earlier this afternoon. Certainly our area has its share of boatbuilders, including at least one yacht company on the Duwamish River, so perhaps this is heading in for the final phase of its transformation. Closer look:
Let us know if you know where it’s headed!
5:40 PM UPDATE: Consensus seems to be Delta Marine, the aforementioned yachtbuilder on the Duwamish. Via e-mail, Tom A reports finding the path of the tug, the Triumph, on marinetraffic.com, starting early this morning at Dakota Creek Industries in Anacortes. That information led us to an online discussion about this vessel – see it here; apparently it arrived in Anacortes from Chile last month. (The discussion also includes this gallery of previous photos of the project, and the photographer has traced it to a Chilean company with under-construction “megayacht” renderings that fit the description.
(Photos by Katie Meyer for WSB)
“So many toys, so little time!” But now your dollar goes twice as far. Just got word from CoolMom that prices are cut in half the rest of the way for the Toy Swap ‘n’ Sale at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW), continuing till 2 pm.
It’s a benefit for their group and WestSide Baby, and a good way to kick off a more-sustainable holiday season, since these are “gently used” toys recycled by other local families.
(Photos by Katie Meyer for WSB)
Pies tend to proliferate during the holiday season … and a pile of pies is emerging today in West Seattle thanks to the Bells of the Sound musical group, following its pie-a-thon this morning at Tibbetts United Methodist Church (WSB sponsor).
The numbers are impressive: Wendy Hughes-Jelen tells us the group expects to make about 550 apple pies by the time this morning’s operation is over, using more than 1600 pounds of donated Jonagold apples from Oregon!
More than a third of the apple pies will be donated to Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission. The others have already been pre-sold to raise money for Bells of the Sound, a nonprofit handbell choir that’s going to be especially busy making music this holiday season – in fact, their holiday concert is just a few weeks away at Tibbetts, Friday, December 2nd (full details here).
(Colleen Cooke and Terri Glaberson with CoolMom Toy Sale donations, pre-sorting!)
Busy, busy Saturday! Highlights from the WSB West Seattle Events calendar:
COOL MOM HOLIDAY TOY SWAP AND SALE: 9 am-2 pm, Fauntleroy Church, proceeds also benefit WestSide Baby. From CoolMom’s Terri Glaberson: “After months of preparation and gathering toys from the generous West Seattle communities and beyond, we have a stellar sale planned. There are mounds of books, games, puzzles, Legos, dolls and much more! The gently used toys seem extra stellar this year.”
ST. JOHN’S ARTS/CRAFTS SALE: St. John’s Arts & Crafts Co-Op Fall/Holiday Sale. 9 am-3 pm in Parish Hall. St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, northeast corner of California and Hanford. ALL proceeds go directly to outreach, both locally and globally. A wide range of handmade items available for purchase. Your purchase can make a very real difference in our community. Checks or cash only. We will have a raffle (need not be present to win), and we invite folks to bring a donation for the WS Food Bank. Handicap-accessible. www.saintjohnonline.org
OPEN HOUSE: The Cove School open house, 9 am. Toddler program accepting children 18 months -3 years old and a preschool/Pre-K program for 3-5 year olds next fall. Call 206-923-COVE for last-minute RSVP.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT THE MOUNT: Providence Mount St. Vincent is having its annual Holiday Bazaar today, 10 am to 4 pm, 4831 35th Avenue SW. Holiday gifts, collectibles and much more. Proceeds benefit The Mount’s resident programs and services.
LANDSLIDE PROTECTION: Free event sponsored by the city, teaching simple ways to protect yourself/your property from landslide problems, 10 am-noon, South Seattle Community College, Judge Warren & Nobie Chan Education Center, 6000 16th Ave. SW (across from the north parking lot).
‘FALL FORWARD’ AT WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Fall Forward with SCALLOPS, hosted by Sustainable West Seattle at the tool library, 10 am-2 pm, with mini-workshops including: Starting a Tool Library, Community Kitchens, Neighborhood Greenways.
NORTH DELRIDGE CLEANUP: This one is focused on fallen leaves (how timely, after last night’s storm)! 10 am-noon, meet at Delridge Community Center, more info on this Facebook event page
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: The famous annual Holiday Open House at West Seattle Nursery (California/Brandon) is today, 11 am-3 pm. Among the perks: Free espresso!
STUDENTS COMPETE : Not in West Seattle, but if you or someone in your family is interested in robotics, there’s a festival today at Coe Elementary on Queen Anne with three teams from Lafayette Elementary‘s new club LaSER (Lafayette Science, Engineering, & Robotics) competing. Matt Jensen is coaching the Mystic Mindstormers and LEGO Minds, and Chris Burris is coaching Mega LaSER. Thanks to Matt for sharing the news and this link with the schedule, map, and other info. (Good luck!)
HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP MEETING AND POP-UP MUSEUM: Noon-2 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library branch, including a presentation by a graduate student on the concept of a “Pop-Up Museum” – bring an object that relates to the theme of “Thanksgiving,” to share with others during the meeting (then you can take it home), to help create the “Pop-Up Museum”! More at
loghousemuseum.info.
GET HEALTHIER: Health Fair today, 1-3 pm: High Point Community Center (6920 34th Ave. SW). An interactive health fair with exhibits for the whole family. Come enjoy learning about health concerns such as diabetes, prenatal care, exercise, accessing health care, dental care, and more. Free food, as well as give-aways throughout the fair.
MUSIC AND COFFEE: Grand opening celebration for Caffè Delia till 2 pm, inside Proletariat Pizza in White Center, 9622A 16th Ave SW. Music starts at 11ish with Squirrel Butter, Casey MacGill’s Blue 4 Trio, Del Rey.
VETERANS APPRECIATION DINNER: Free Prime Rib and Ham dinner for all West Seattle veterans and guests. 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm at American Legion Post 160, 3616 SW Alaska. Space is limited. To RSVP, please call Calvary Chapel West Seattle (sponsor) at 206 935-4487 or e-mail calvaryws@comcast.net.
HIGHLAND PARK FOOD TRUCKS: Highland Park Improvement Club says Lumpia World has confirmed they will be back after missing two weeks, and that Curry Now and Charlie’s Buns are joining them today, 11 am-2 pm (12th/Holden).
KILLER WHALE TALES GALA: West Seattle-headquartered educational program Killer Whale Tales invites you to its 11th Anniversary Gala Celebration Dinner & Benefit Auction at the Duwamish Longhouse, 4705 W. Marginal Way SW. Northwest-inspired dinner, local beers and wines, and fantastic entertainment. 21+. Doors open at 6 pm. “Tucker” the orca-research dog is a guest star!
CONTINUING TONIGHT AT YOUNGSTOWN: “Bean: The Musical Fruit,” an original family musical having its world premiere at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, starting an eight-show run continuing through November 19th. Synopsis: “‘Bean: The Musical Fruit’ starts in the perfectly sculpted Patch. Every harvest, Mayor Tom A. Toe divides the Patch responsibilities based on two groups: fruits and vegetables. This year presents a challenge as Bean seems to be neither. Facing rejection, Bean and her best friend, Cel, set-off on a journey for answers from the reclusive and mysterious Nutty that lives in the Orchard. Bean and Cel ask what it means to belong, even when you’re different.” Doors open at 6:30, showtime at 7, come early to meet the characters (photo-taking encouraged).
TONIGHT AT KENYON HALL: Award-winning original roots bluegrass group Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising perform at Kenyon Hall, 7904 35th Avenue SW, 7:30 pm. Reserved table seats are $14. Row seating is $12 general and $10 seniors. With a reservation, row seating is only $10 general and $8 seniors. Elementary, middle, & high school students are $5. Pre-school children are free, and Root Beer Floats are still only a dollar. To make a reservation, please e-mail kenyonhall@earthlink.net.
LAST SHOWS FOR ‘EVIL DEAD’: Closing night at ArtsWest Playhouse & Gallery for “Evil Dead: The Musical,” 7:30 and 11 pm.
(10:44 PM UPDATE: Adding more WSB’er photos that came in tonight – thanks!)
ORIGINAL 6:30 PM REPORT: Tonight’s sunset, and weather, had many faces – depending on where you looked. Even before the sleet!
(Thanks to Christopher Boffoli for the storm video.)
As the sun slipped behind Vashon, Melanie caught the view atop our story – note the cloud edge at right, barely hinting at what Gina caught looking north:
And then back to the south, if you took the wider view, here’s what Claire photographed:
Though the wind advisory is over, stormy weather may continue off and on; keep an eye out here for the latest watches/warnings, and the updated forecast.
ADDED 10:44 PM: Thanks to everyone who has shared photos tonight! Sorry for the delay in adding them. This one’s from Max:
From Michael and Eileen on Genesee Hill:
From Stacy, a Fauntleroy ferry dock view:
Here’s Tina’s view of the clouds and sunset, looking west along Alki:
And Patrick’s photo after the hail/sleet/graupel/whatever, 26th/Alaska:
Thanks for the photos!
(Photo by Deanie Schwarz for WSB)
3:56 PM: Big emergency response to 3rd SW/Olson Place (map) just past the east end of Roxbury – there’s a crash that went out as an “automobile rescue” call. Our crew is there and we’ll have more shortly – for now, though, avoid the area, which is a busy route to and from Highway 509.
4:44 PM: From WSB contributor Deanie Schwarz – Three people were taken to the hospital with serious injuries. The road is not likely to clear any time soon.
(Photo by Katie Meyer for WSB)
5:19 PM: A total of three vehicles were involved, according to WSB contributor Katie Meyer. She says fire crews had to cut the top off one car to get the patient out safely. Still no word when the road might reopen.
8:38 PM: If you haven’t seen this in comments already – the road has reopened.
10:32 PM: It apparently then closed again – but is now reported as reopened. Meantime, police have published their account to SPD Blotter:
On November 11th at approximately 3:23 p.m. officers responded to the area of Olson Place SW and SW Cambridge Place for a multiple-vehicle head on collision with life-threatening injuries.
Preliminary investigation indicates that a 51-year-old male was driving westbound in his Nissan Pathfinder. The driver crossed the centerline and struck a 1999 Saturn head on. The driver of the Saturn, a 22-year-old male, was transported to Harborview Medical Center by SFD medics with non-life-threatening injuries.
The Pathfinder then spun around and was struck on the driver’s side by an eastbound, on-coming Toyota Camry. The Camry was being driven by a 63-year-old female, who was subsequently transported to Harborview Medical Center by SFD medics with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Pathfinder was transported to Harborview Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.
Officers evaluated the driver of the Pathfinder for signs of impairment due to alcohol and/or drugs. A blood draw was performed and the laboratory results are pending further investigation.
There were no citations issued at the scene, which is standard procedure in traffic incidents involving serious injuries, and that subsequently require collision reconstruction and extensive follow up investigation.
Traffic Collision Investigation Squad detectives responded to the scene and continue to actively investigate.
The road was closed in both directions and traffic re-routed so detectives could effectively conduct their on-scene investigation.
COOLMOM TOY SWAP ‘N’ SALE: Ready to start your holiday shopping in the sustainability spirit? One more reminder about the fourth annual CoolMom Toy Swap and Sale tomorrow, 9 am-2 pm at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW). Proceeds also benefit WestSide Baby.
FIGHTING THE TOX-ICK MONSTER: Tomorrow is your final chance to check out Sustainable West Seattle‘s educational series about reducing toxic runoff to win the battle against the notorious Tox-Ick Monster. One twist – this time, it’s in Spanish! (Are your kids studying Spanish? Take them!) 2:30-3:30 pm Saturday at White Center Community Cultural Center (St. James Annex), 9421 18th SW, $500 in prizes available to attendees.
On this Veterans Day, a group of college students is working to help military personnel via a campaign called Students for Soldiers. Among them is Christina Powell (left), who e-mailed WSB to explain that they’re working to “procure items for care packages which will be sent only to troops stationed at FOB’s (Forward Operating Bases). These soldiers were chosen because they are in remote areas, often the most dangerous, and do not have access to Exchanges. Exchanges that are on the military bases are where soldiers are able to buy such daily necessities as deodorant, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, baby-wipes (the easiest way to clean oneself in the desert), and so on. Without access, they must simply go without these daily necessities, depleting morale and running the risk of illness at a time when they must be the most alert and cautious of danger.” Christina is looking for West Seattle community support because, while she’s a Washington State University student, she’s studying via “distance degree,” and works at Celtic Swell on Alki.
Originally, our goal was going to be to send 300 packages to troops however, we have teamed up with a non-profit organization called US Troop Care Packages (USTC) located in Pasco, WA that says ‘if we get the goods to them, they will cover the shipping costs for packages.’ Now, our GOAL is to raise $5000 in goods to be sent to Pasco who know how to get these items to soldiers at FOB’s. All 25 of us are now reaching out to our friends, family, churches, and communities (be it local, state, or nationwide) to help us with this cause. I believe that as a community, we can all come together and truly make a difference that will have an impact far greater than any that we could imagine.
The direct link to our Facebook page where you will find all of our information, updates, and the link to the Amazon WishList is:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003042561352&sk=wallDonations: We have set up an Amazon WishList that contains the most needed items for soldiers on FOB’s right now. This WishList shows the items, all travel sized, with the information and price right there. This method allows you to buy items, pay and ship directly to the USTC for care packages to be compiled. Everything is safe, secure, every cent accounted for and completely traceable.
The direct link for the Amazon WishList is:
http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/VVQ6A6WMQYTP/ref=cm_wl_sortbar_v_page_1?_encoding=UTF8&page=1As an example: On the site listed above, you will find among the list “Huggies Baby Wipes Travel Pack, Case of 12 Packs” with a picture, description, and price options. With this item that runs $20, you have just given 12 soldiers (assuming they don’t share) the ability to clean their face and bodies in the desert. You simply select which items you’d like to donate and add them to the cart. When ready, click “check out”. Select the first option for shipping addresses as the WishList already is programmed with the address for USTC who will then put all items together and mail them overseas.
Christina says there was plenty of inspiration for the campaign, particularly the fact that she has classmates who have served, and the fact her family is “full of Marines.”
Just announced by West Seattle Chamber of Commerce board chair Dave Montoure – the Chamber’s president/CEO Patti Mullen is leaving. From his e-mail announcement:
Over the last eight years, our Chamber has grown in membership, quality of programming, community partnership and advocacy, networking and learning opportunities. In addition, the Chamber has gained recognition throughout the Greater Seattle area as a strong leader for business on the Westside. So it is with mixed emotions that I share the news that Patti Mullen has accepted the position of President/CEO of the Federal Way Chamber of Commerce. She will begin her new post in January, 2012.
The Chamber’s December 1st holiday party at Feedback Lounge (WSB sponsor) will now also become a farewell party for Mullen. Some of the most recent initiatives she’s been working on have included promoting West Seattle as a destination for “sustainable tourism.” (WSB photo from June 2011)
Thanks to Dan Murphy for sharing his photo of what he aptly described as a “breathtaking” sunrise, viewed as he bicycled across the Duwamish River. The weather may pose some problems later – the National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for our area, 10 am-4 pm (read it here). The wind is expected to start from the south, switching to out of the northwest, with gusts possible up to 45 mph. As for the timing, the advisory says, “Winds will increase rapidly this morning, remain strong through the afternoon, then diminish late this afternoon.” Rain is in the forecast too. (If you’re looking for storm-preparedness info – the regional Take Winter By Storm site has plenty.)
(Photo by David Hutchinson)
From the WSB West Seattle Events calendar:
VETERANS DAY: No school, no Water Taxi, reduced-weekday schedule for Metro, no USPS mail delivery, most government offices closed, most banks closed. City trash service is on a regular schedule; state liquor stores are open. … All Uptown Espresso stores (including The Junction and North Delridge) donate revenue today to American Lake Veterans’ Golf Course – details here
HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT THE MOUNT: Providence Mount St. Vincent is having its annual Holiday Bazaar today (and tomorrow)! 10 am to 4 pm, 4831 35th Avenue SW. Holiday gifts, collectibles and much more. Proceeds benefit The Mount’s resident programs and services.
JUNCTION FOOD TRUCK POD: 1 truck scheduled for lunch today (11 am), 3 for dinner, at the food truck pod in The Junction (California/Edmunds; schedule here)
ROXHILL ELEMENTARY BENEFIT BOOK FAIR: Roxhill Elementary School Book Fair @ the Westwood Village Barnes and Noble from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Portion of book-sales proceeds benefit Roxhill. Also fun activities including Story Time with Roxhill’s Librarian Pat Bliquez, Principal Carmela Dellino, and Head Teacher Chris Robert; face painting; scavenger hunt; poetry jam; refreshments. If you can’t attend, you can support the school with B&N online purchases – through Nov. 18, enter Bookfair ID #10562619 at checkout.
HOPE LUTHERAN/SEATTLE LUTHERAN AUCTION/GALA: “Light Up the Night for Our Kids” benefit auction for Hope Lutheran School and Seattle Lutheran High School, at SLHS Gym (details here; we published a preview here).
WINE TASTING Bin 41 weekly wine tasting in The Junction, 6-7:30 pm. Tonight: Washington Wine Medley – take two! Showcasing wines from five local wineries.
TONIGHT AT KENYON HALL: At 7:30, it’s the legendary folk duo Reilly and Maloney. Tickets are available at Brown Paper Tickets. For more information, please visit www.reillyandmaloney.com.
LIVE MUSIC: The Bridge has live music at 9:30 pm: Petting Zoo, a rock-n-roll cover band. No cover charge.
The nonprofit, all-ages West Seattle Community Orchestras has just announced its winter concert lineup:
Join WSCO’s Symphony Orchestra on November 29, Tuesday, at 7 pm in Chief Sealth International High School’s Auditorium for “Holiday Gifts.” Program highlights include the 2nd Movement of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony #5, Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody and excerpts from Elgar’s Enigma.
On December 6 at 6:30 pm, WSCO’s Debut and Intermediate Orchestras along with the Endolyne Children’s Choir perform “The Joy of Music.” Highlights include Verdi’s Waltz from La Traviata, Bruce’s Fiesta Waltz, Mozart’s Symphony #25 along with holiday favorites Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Good King Wenceslas.
Concerts are free; suggested donation $5.
People and sights from a few stops along the way of the November 2011 West Seattle Art Walk: Above, Lisa Geersten and Andy Blakney at Twilight Artist Collective, which has perhaps the sturdiest show, the metalwork in “Northwest Anvil III.”
Right around the corner, Easy Street Records‘ flea market offered retro sights and buys:
The historic Admiral Theater is only about a block away from Lafayette Elementary – convenient for the crowd that packed Thursday night’s movie-watching party celebrating last month’s Walk-A-Thon. As noted here, the annual tradition was a success again this fall, and the money it raises is more important every year, since Lafayette is West Seattle’s most-populous elementary school – more than 540 students last time we checked the enrollment numbers.
Thanks to Debra Salazar Herbst for the photo of tonight’s sunset, the end to a sunny, almost-warm day. Not unheard of in November – last year, it hit 70 degrees on November 3rd – but still unusual. The forecast says rain and wind (not major, but up to 25 mph) is on the way for tomorrow.
Reminder, two more nights are scheduled for westbound closures of the Spokane Street Viaduct, as widening work continues – tonight and tomorrow night, 10 pm-5 am. That’s the section of the westbound West Seattle Bridge between I-5 and Highway 99, and the closure means the ramps from 5 and Beacon Hill will be closed, but you *will* be able to get to the bridge from 99.
Meantime, we are getting questions daily about the status of the new 1st Avenue South westbound on- and off-ramp. When the old westbound onramp closed 18 months ago, SDOT said the new one would take at least 16 months to build. We’ve been asking since last week about the newest estimate for when it will be done. No answer by late today, so we asked again, and were told, “The SDOT project staff members have been working with the contractor on a revised schedule” – which they say should be done by the end of next week.
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