Happening now: Santa, snacks, shopping @ Holly Jolly Holiday Fest

Don’t know whether Santa lost his smartphone or picked up because he knew someone was calling in with a Christmas wish, but we caught him in the British-style phone booth in the lobby at The Sanctuary at Admiral, where the new-this-year Holly Jolly Holiday Fest continues until 4 pm, presented by the Admiral Neighborhood Association.

In the heart of The Sanctuary – a city landmark that was once a church – you’ll find free treats plus a mini-bazaar with local businesses/organizations including the new Seattle Farm School and WSB sponsor Mode Music Studios, which brought some students for holiday music:

You’re also invited to come talk to neighborhood reps over cookies and mulled cider. ANA is the same group that brings you Summer Concerts at Hiawatha every year as well as meeting most months (resuming in January, second Tuesday, 7 pm, at The Sanctuary) to focus on issues/concerns. They support the 4th of July Kids’ Parade, too, whose co-organizer Jackie Clough of Alki Party Treasures (WSB sponsor) was spotted chatting with Mr. Claus:

Stop by before 4 pm, 42nd and Lander, across from the northeast corner of the park adjacent to Hiawatha CC.

3 Replies to "Happening now: Santa, snacks, shopping @ Holly Jolly Holiday Fest"

  • NW December 7, 2014 (4:14 pm)

    Try to make it to their meetings this coming year sure admire this neighborhood association they get a lot done throughout the year it seems, really involved.

  • David Whiting December 7, 2014 (7:09 pm)

    A big thank you to our sponsors Metropolitan Market, Little Rae’s Bakery, Mode Music, West Seattle Food Bank, and the Sanctuary at Admiral. Santa Claus enjoyed meeting over 250 neighbors who he said were all on his “nice” list.

    Our Gingerbread House Contest had only one lone entry, but contest judges from PCC Natural Markets, BAKED custom cakes and Met Market would like to inspire more home bakers for next year if the ANA decides to hold the event again. A gingerbread replica of the Admiral Benbow Inn is on display at that business. So let’s hear it in the comments West Seattle…are there any youth or adult bakers out there?

    David Whiting, President
    Admiral Neighborhood Association

  • Gina December 8, 2014 (9:22 am)

    The Benbow Inn was so cute!

    I’d suggest giving the Gingerbread contest a theme.

    “I saw it on Alki”
    “Where I live in 98116”
    “My favorite Admiral District building” that type of thing.

    Contest could be divided into 4 categories, decorating a kit, adult and child.
    And constructed from scratch, adult and child.

    There are some artistic decorating types out there that construction of pastry is a step too far!

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