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FYI: Northwest Navy bases participating in anti-terrorism exercise starting next week

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Since passing U.S. Navy ships and military aircraft often attract attention in our area, we’re publishing this FYI notice sent to us and other regional media today:

Northwest Navy bases will participate in an annual anti-terrorism force protection exercise called Exercise Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain 2020 (CS/SC 20) February 3-14.

Measures have been taken to minimize disruptions within local communities and to normal base operations, but there may be times when the exercise causes increased traffic around bases or delays in base access due to temporary gate closures or other security-related activities.

Area residents may also see or hear security and other first responder activities associated with the exercise, including potentially seeing training smoke, hearing small explosive sounds, or observing increased vessel activity on the water near an installation. The simulations are part of the training exercise and pose no safety risk. Advanced coordination has taken place with local law enforcement and first responders.

The safety and security of our people, equipment and facilities is a top priority. This important annual exercise is designed to ensure Navy personnel are at peak readiness to deter and respond to potential security threats.

This regularly scheduled exercise is not in response to any specific threat, but it is based on realistic scenarios designed to increase readiness. It is Navy policy not to discuss the specifics of Force Protection; therefore, the details of the exercise will not be released.

Exercise CS/SC 20 is conducted by Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command and Commander, Navy Installations Command on all Navy installations located in the continental United States.

The Navy routinely conducts this type of security and other emergency response exercises to ensure readiness and improve coordination, communication and collaboration with other agencies during emergency situations.

If you’re new around here – Naval Base Kitsap is the nearest U.S. Navy base.

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West Seattle HS families discuss racism, equity at workshop before ‘No Place For Hate’ school-wide launch

| West Seattle news | West Seattle schools

Story and photos by Jason Grotelueschen
Reporting for West Seattle Blog

Members of the West Seattle High School community gathered to participate in an “Undoing Racism and Teaching Equity to Teens” educational workshop led by Families of Color Seattle (FOCS).

The workshop, held in the WSHS library last Wednesday night as part of the WSHS PTSA general meeting, was part of the school’s No Place for Hate program by the Anti-Defamation League, with a goal to “help establish and maintain a school environment where all students can thrive.” It’s being launched three months after a “school-wide positive response” was promised following incidents in which students were disciplined for “racist language and symbols.”

After a brief WSHS PTSA meeting to start the evening, the program was introduced by (pictured from left-to-right above) WSHS principal Brian Vance, along with WSHS Racial Equity Team members Angela Ferda, Amber Donaldson, Jennifer Hall, and Annie Zhou.

Vance noted that due to snow cancellations the prior week, WSHS had to postpone its original January 15 kickoff of the No Place for Hate program — they will now be introducing it to students and families on February 5 (during Black Lives Matter in School Week from February 3-7). At the core of the program is the following pledge that will be signed by students:

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WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Stolen maroon Accord

January 27, 2020 11:53 am

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| Crime | West Seattle news

From Pat:

My maroon (red) 1988 Honda Accord 4-door sedan (WA Collectors Vehicle License Plate 4079A) was stolen this morning from in front of our house in the 2700 block of 48th Ave SW. The car was locked and had a steering wheel club lock in place, but I guess the thief was skilled. Anyway, the car has been reported as stolen to the SPD and they took a report this morning (Incident 2020-032350).

If you see it, call 911.

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6 for January’s final West Seattle Monday

January 27, 2020 10:44 am

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| West Seattle news | WS miscellaneous

(Northern Flicker, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

FREE DROP-IN TAX HELP: It’s that season again. You can visit the Delridge Library, 2-7 pm today, as explained here. (5423 Delridge Way SW)

TILDEN SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: As previewed here, you’re invited to visit Tilden School (WSB sponsor) 6:30-8 pm tonight to meet staff and find out more about this independent elementary school.. (4105 California SW)

ZEN MEDITATION: 7 pm at Fauntleroy UCC, hosted by Puget Sound Zen. All welcome, whether or not you’ve meditated before – details in our calendar listing.

3 TRIVIA/QUIZ NIGHTS: Monday nights bring a trio of options:
*Best of Hands Barrelhouse (7500 35th SW; WSB sponsor), 7 pm, $2/person, 21+
*The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW), 7:30 pm, free, all ages
*Parliament Tavern (4210 SW Admiral Way), 8 pm, $2/person, 21+

WHAT ELSE IS UP TODAY, TONIGHT, BEYOND? Find out by browsing the full Event Calendar!

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TRAFFIC/TRANSIT TODAY: Monday watch

January 27, 2020 6:58 am

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| West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

(SDOT MAP with travel times/ Is the ‘low bridge’ closed? LOOK HERE/ West Seattle-relevant traffic cams HERE)

6:58 AM: Good morning. No incidents/alerts in our area so far.

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From Terminal 5’s ‘quiet zone’ to light rail $, and more, @ West Seattle Transportation Coalition

January 26, 2020 9:31 pm

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| Transportation | West Seattle news

By Tracy Record
West Seattle Blog editor

The West Seattle Transportation Coalition‘s first meeting of the year included two guests – one expected, one not. We start with the latter:

T-5 ‘QUIET ZONE’ & OTHER RAILROAD-RELATED ISSUES: The surprise guest was West Seattle residient Megan McIntyre from BNSF. She covers 11 states.

First, she noted, SDOT‘s Lander grade separation – to get Lander Street in SODO up over the tracks – is expected to wrap up in July.

Next: More details on the Terminal 5 “quiet zone.”

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From the ‘dumped-likely-stolen’ file: Recognize this bicycle?

January 26, 2020 8:49 pm

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| Transportation | West Seattle news

From Jim:

I Found a decent-looking mountain bike, single speed, today on the corner of Hinds and 42nd Ave SW. It looks to be stripped of the gear crank, brake cables, and seat.

If you are missing your bike, please contact WSB and I can get it back to you.

Our contact info is here.

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COUNTDOWN: Less than a month until you can plunge, sip, snack at Alki to help Special Olympics

January 26, 2020 7:15 pm

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(February 2019 photo by Andrew Malinak)

The post-holidays stretch of winter tends to be a little light on big events, but one is now just under four weeks away: The Seattle Polar Plunge at Alki, with an all-day beer and food-truck festival, happening Saturday, February 22nd, benefiting Special Olympics of Washington. The Plunge is at 1 pm; the beer tent and food trucks open at 11 am. You can sign up to plunge alone or as part of a team – all the info, and the registration link, can be found here. Beer and food are separate, but you can get advance tickets for the beer festival at a discount by going here.

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West Seattle weekend scene: Filthy FemCorps pop-up performance

January 26, 2020 5:53 pm

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| Seen around town | West Seattle news | WS culture/arts

A surprise show at California/Alaska a little more than an hour ago – that’s Filthy FemCorps, the band with the self-description “a hot bag full of fierce women who aren’t afraid to be weird, genuine, raw, sweaty, confident, honest, loving, and real.” They pop up now and then, here and there – same spot 10 months ago, in fact – but you can also catch them at pre-announced events, like the annual street-band celebration HONK! Fest West.

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UPDATE: Water-main break in south Morgan Junction

January 26, 2020 3:40 pm

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| Utilities | West Seattle news

3:40 PM: A reader in Gatewood reports a water outage and says SPU is working on a break in Morgan Junction – might not be fixed until mid-evening.

5:02 PM: Photo added – the crew is working on California SW south of Fauntleroy.

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SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES: Tilden on Monday, Denny on Thursday

January 26, 2020 1:13 pm

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| West Seattle news | West Seattle schools

School-enrollment season continues, and we have multiple events listed in our West Seattle Event Calendar. This week’s events include these two evening open houses:

TILDEN SCHOOL: This independent K-5 school on the north edge of The Junction, a WSB sponsor, welcomes you 6:30-8 pm Monday (January 27th): “We invite interested families to our first open house of the school year; tour the classrooms, and chat with the teachers and specialists who make Tilden extraordinary.” Tilden is at 4105 California SW, the corner of Dakota, “located in (but not affiliated with) the First Lutheran Church of West Seattle – their back door is our front door! Enter on west side of building, across from the south end of the parking lot.”

DENNY INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL: Prospective new families are invited to visit the school this Thursday night (January 30th), starting at 6:30 pm: “Following the presentation, guests will have the opportunity to meet teachers and staff.” Denny is at 2601 SW Kenyon.

OTHER OPEN HOUSES/TOURS: The items above are from schools that sent us their listings; our calendar also includes the Seattle Public Schools list of elementary/K-8 open houses and tours, with more happening this week.

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GET OUT! 4 invitations from Lifelong Recreation for West Seattleites 50+

January 26, 2020 11:20 am

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From Seattle Parks‘ Lifelong Recreation program:

If you are an adult aged 50+ in West Seattle, Lifelong Recreation (Seattle Parks and Recreation’s senior program) has some great programs coming up! Scholarships are available for all programs.

New class looking for more participants like you! Relaxation Meditation

Explore a personal journey of relaxation and stress relief using easy and effortless meditation techniques. Each week you be guided to step into the gift of silent awareness and walk out feeling a little lighter! Classes run on Tuesdays, 10-11 am, through March 17. $50 for the series.

Field trip to Olympia Capitol

Join us on a pleasant and informative trip to our state capitol in Olympia. Receive a guided tour of the Legislative Building beginning at noon, then enjoy free time to explore the inviting, spacious grounds. Thursday, January 30 from 9:30 am-3:30 pm, $31 (online registration ended, but call to check for spots)

Field trip to Seattle Art Museum: Aaron Fowler Exhibit and Others

Join us to see works of great new art! Fowler’s large-scale sculptural assemblages (using found materials) are showcased around the world and are infused with personal meaning that call attention to a range of complex concerns, issues, and ideas- American history, identity issues and black experiences. Pick-ups from Hiawatha and High Point Community Centers, lunch fee on your own. Thursday, February 6 from 10 am-2:30 pm, $11

Field trip to Seattle Repertory Theater: “The Children”

Love theater but hate driving and parking downtown? Join us in for a matinee performance of of this potent, witty drama which is a recent Broadway hit and has been nominated for a Tony Award. Thursday, February 27 from 9:15 am-3:15 pm, $25

We also have several other great classes, such as Zumba, yoga, Tai Chi, book clubs, walking groups, pickleball, and so much more! For more info, browse our brochure, or the online catalog. For more information about programs or scholarships in West Seattle, please contact Masha at 206-256-5403 or masha.shtern@seattle.gov

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Options for your West Seattle Sunday

January 26, 2020 6:07 am

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(White-crowned Sparrow, photographed by Anne de Vore)

Happy Sunday! Highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

OPEN HOUSE: Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School (WSB sponsor) welcomes prospective families. (3401 SW Myrtle)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm, see what’s fresh at the market in the street in the heart of The Junction. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

THE NOT-ITS: 10:30 am, Kindiependent Music Series show at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse, with The Not-Its. (9131 California SW)

STORYTELLING FESTIVAL: Up for a ferry ride? 1 pm at Vashon Theater, the 13th annual Storytelling Festival presented by the Vashon Wilderness Program. More info in our calendar listing. (17723 Vashon Highway)

G-CLEFTONES: Live music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 3-5 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

‘THE REVOLUTIONISTS’: 3 pm matinée at ArtsWest – comedy by Lauren Gunderson, directed by Kelly Kitchens. Check for tickets here. (4711 California SW)

SEAFOOD FEST: 5-8 pm at Alki Masonic Center in The Junction, a seafood feast to raise money for scholarships. Check first to see if there’s still room – contact info is in our calendar listing. (4736 40th SW)

AT KENYON HALL: All-gospel show – the Kathy Kallick Band with Cliff Perry and Laurel Bliss, 7:30 pm. Ticket info here. (7904 35th SW)

THERE’S MORE ... browse the full the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Tree trouble on Puget Ridge

January 25, 2020 11:22 pm

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| Puget Ridge | Safety | West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

21st SW just north of SW Myrtle, by Sanislo Elementary [map], was blocked as of a little while ago by a fallen tree, reports Angela, who says her father saw it happen while out walking their dog. She asked who to report it to. If a road is blocked, it’s an emergency, and 911 is appropriate. SDOT also has a 24-hour dispatch at 206-386-1218.

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12 toplines from Morgan Community Association’s first meeting of 2020

January 25, 2020 7:58 pm

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| Neighborhoods | West Seattle news

Live, work, shop, and/or play in the Morgan Junction area? Check out what the Morgan Community Association talked about on Wednesday night:

FIGHTING CRIME: Though package-deiivery lockers are a potential solution to porch thefts, Cindi Barker discovered they are in short supply in West Seattle. So they’re asking Amazon for one in the Morgan area, for starters.

MORGAN JUNCTION PARK EXPANSION: A Parks rep for this project will be at the April MoCA meeting. A focus right now is the soil-remediation plan for the site, which should be ready by month’s end.

(Bubbleman at 2019 Morgan Junction Community Festival)

MORGAN JUNCTION COMMUNITY FESTIVAL: “It’s a go!” This year’s festival is set for June 20, 2020, and MoCA’s looking for volunteers to help make it happen.

WEST SEATTLE ART WALK: Like Admiral, Morgan Junction is joining the WS Art Walk. MoCA’s Tamsen Spengler announced that a coordinator’s been found and they’re signing up businesses to participate, starting in the second quarter.

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SPORTS: WSHS Volleyball offering 1-day camp for middle-schoolers

January 25, 2020 5:58 pm

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Middle-school volleyball player in your household? Check this out:

The West Seattle High School Volleyball Teams will be hosting a one-day volleyball camp on February 22nd from 10 am-2 pm in the West Seattle High School gymnasium to help middle schoolers get ready for their upcoming volleyball seasons!

Boys and Girls 6th-8th grade are welcome!! The cost of the camp is $35 (paid at the camp on 2/22) and includes 4 hours of fun learning of volleyball skills and strategies as well as a camp T-shirt. Please email West Seattle Volleyball Coach Abby West at abby.west1@gmail.com by February 10th to reserve your spot!

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WHALE-WATCHING: More orcas in our area; photos added

January 25, 2020 2:16 pm

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| West Seattle news | Whales | Wildlife

(Texted photo)

2:16 PM: More orcas! Kersti Muul tells us two groups of transients are in the area – one off the east side of Vashon Island, one headed up Colvos Passage on the west side. Let us know if you see them!

3:06 PM: Texter says a small group is in view off The Arroyos, still NB.

3:13 PM: More like 10 whales, that texter updates!

3:41 PM: Watchers are now congregating across from Me-Kwa-Mooks.

4:02 PM: From there, using binoculars, we just saw a group of four!

4:26 PM: The viewers have moved north, to the west end of the Alki promenade.

4:43 PM: Photos are coming in! This is from Gary Jones:

5:07 PM: More photos – these next two are from Rick Rasmussen:

And one more from Gary:

6:07 PM: Even more photos! This one is from DerbyPhotography:

Next, from Monica Zaborac:

Thanks to everyone for sharing those sights (as well as updates)! This was the third day in a row with orcas in our area.

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WEST SEATTLE ART: See Frances Smersh’s paintings @ The Mount

January 25, 2020 1:51 pm

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| West Seattle news | WS culture/arts

(“The Carnival,” painting by Frances Smersh)

Along with what’s on our daily highlights list, here’s another option: You are invited to visit an ongoing art show today – or any day in the next 3 weeks – at Providence Mount St. Vincent. On behalf of The Mount, Cynthia Flash explains:

Many West Seattle residents are familiar with Frances and John Smersh, who own Click! Design That Fits in the West Seattle Junction. Some also know that the couple has been quite forthcoming about Frances’s younger-onset Alzheimer’s, which was diagnosed in 2015 when she was just 48 years old. As the disease has progressed, Frances has continued to ground herself with art. Her pieces, always organic and abstract, have taken on an increasingly gestural quality. She works primarily in acrylic on wood block and continues to experiment with different mediums and techniques.

Because of Frances’s diagnosis, it’s even more poignant that she is able to host a show of her abstract paintings this month at Providence Mount St. Vincent assisted living and nursing home, where she volunteered as an assistant in the art class for several years. Her artwork will be on display through February 15th and the public is invited to stop by to look. The Mount is happy to host a show of a former volunteer who means so much to The Mount community.

The Mount is at 4831 35th SW and you are welcome to stop by to see Frances’s art 7 days a week, any time between 8 am and 8 pm.

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DEVELOPMENT: Design-feedback dates for two more Delridge projects

January 25, 2020 11:47 am

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| Delridge | Development | West Seattle news

Dates are now set for feedback meetings on two more Delridge projects we’ve covered:

7035 DELRIDGE WAY SW: Last month, we noted the plan to replace an almost-century-old house with 9 townhouses and 9 offstreet-parking spaces. It’s in the Early Community Outreach for Design Review process, and a site tour for anyone and everyone interested is set for 10 am next Saturday (February 1st). You also can comment via a form linked at the bottom of this project webpage.

9201 DELRIDGE WAY SW: Last month, the revised proposal for this site had an Early Community Outreach meeting (unattended except for us).

(2018 WSB photo of project site)

The ex-auto-shop site was once proposed for a self-storage building but zoning changes disallowed that, so now the plan is for a 5-story building with 46 apartments, 3 live-work units, 2,000 square feet of retail space, and about 20 offstreet-parking spaces. It’s now going to the Southwest Design Review Board, with the first of at least two reviews tentatively set for 6:30 pm March 19th (Senior Center/Sisson Building, 4217 SW Oregon).

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11 things you can do on this West Seattle Saturday!

January 25, 2020 6:07 am

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| West Seattle news | WS miscellaneous

(Steller’s Jay, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Happy weekend! Highlights for today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

BUSHFIRE BENEFITS: Support Australia’s fire-recovery efforts by dining/drinking at Arthur’s in Admiral, 8 am-11 pm – more info here. (2311 California SW) … And tonight at 8 pm, The Lumber Yard Bar in White Center is one of several LGBTQ+ bars in the metro area raising money for the fire-recovery effort via the “Bush Bash.” (9619 16th SW)

BENEFIT WORKOUT: Happening at, and for, Neighborhood House – top fitness instructors leading a 90-minute workout fundraiser – details in our calendar listing. (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

TRY BASEBALL WITH SOUTHWEST LITTLE LEAGUE: 10 am-noon at Arbor Heights Elementary:

Come try baseball for FREE or simply get your body back into the swing of baseball! Southwest Little League is hosting a free skills clinic for new and experienced players on January 25 from 10 am-12 pm at the Arbor Heights Elementary gym.

Our coaching staff will be running multiple drill stations covering everything from throwing mechanics, to fielding, to batting. The board of directors will also be on site to answer any questions parents may have about our league. We hope to see you there!

(3701 SW 104th)

OPEN HOUSE @ THE BRIDGE SCHOOL: Cooperative elementary school invites you to come learn about it. 10 am-noon. (10300 28th SW)

OPEN HOUSE @ COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF WEST SEATTLE: 10 am-2 pm, adults-only open house to learn about this preschool. (9450 22nd SW)

OPEN HOUSE! APARTMENTS FOR 55+: Tour the Parkview Apartments at Daystar (WSB sponsor), a new senior-living option, during this noon-3 pm open house. Treats and incentives! (2615 SW Barton)

RISE UP! ‘HAMILTON’ TRIBUTE BAND: 1 and 7 pm at the Vashon Center for the Arts (WSB sponsor), as previewed here. (19600 Vashon Highway SW, Vashon Island)

TALK WITH YOUR SCHOOL BOARD REP: Drop-in community-conversation time with Leslie Harris, who represents West Seattle and South Park on the Seattle Public Schools Board, 3-5 pm at Delridge Library. (5423 Delridge Way SW)

DENISE GLOVER TRIO: 7-9 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), “original Americana music and a few covers.” No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

‘THE REVOLUTIONISTS’: 7:30 pm at ArtsWest – comedy by Lauren Gunderson, directed by Kelly Kitchens. Check for tickets here. (4711 California SW)

GAIL PETTIS: Award-winning jazz vocalist at Pacific Room on Alki (WSB sponsor), 8-10 pm. Cover and show info here. (2808 Alki SW)]

EVEN MORE ... browse the full the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar.

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WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Burglary on video; mailbox break-ins

January 24, 2020 9:56 pm

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| Crime | West Seattle news

Two West Seattle Crime Watch reader reports:

BURGLARY ON VIDEO: That video is from inside Steve‘s home in the 9000 block of 35th SW, after burglars broke a window to get in around 5 pm January 17th. Some items were stolen, says Steve, who adds that the SPD case # is 2020-020431.

MAIL THEFT/VANDALISM: The report and photo are from Parker near Delridge/Juneau:

(Wednesday) morning my wife found that our locked mailbox, along with all the others in the cluster, had been broken open and emptied of their contents. We have no idea who did it but I wanted to tip you off to keep an eye out for what might be a larger problem in West Seattle. I can only speculate about what they were targeting but people are receiving their W-2s this time of year. It may be the first step of an identity theft operation.

If mail theft happens to you, in addition to reporting it to police, be sure also to file a report with the Postal Inspection Service.

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SATURDAY: Music from ‘Hamilton,’ a ferry ride away

January 24, 2020 8:16 pm

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| Fun stuff to do | Not WS but we're mentioning it anyway | West Seattle news

The Vashon Center for the Arts has joined the WSB sponsor team to ensure you know about entertainment options like this, a ferry ride away:

Rise Up, the Hamilton Tribute Band! is coming to the Kay White Hall on Saturday (January 25th), 1 and 7 pm! Rise Up is an ensemble of top Seattle vocalists and musicians that performs the amazing music of “Hamilton,” a record-breaking Broadway musical and winner of 11 Tonys including Best Musical. It is a sweeping national cultural phenomenon with music that marries hip hop, R&B and Broadway.

Rise Up delivers a performance that captures all the sophistication, detail and emotion of the music of “Hamilton”. Rise Up has performed extensively in the Northwest, selling out venues including The Triple Door in Seattle, Washington Center for the Performing Arts in Olympia, Rialto Theater in Tacoma, Alberta Rose Theatre in Portland, and many others. Rise Up was named runner up for Best New Musical Act in Seattle Weekly’s Best of Seattle 2018. (Note: This is not a theatrical performance of the musical “Hamilton” but rather a live performance of the smash hit’s music.(

VCA Members – $24, Sr./Students – $26,
General Admission – $30, Premium Seats (first 2-3 rows) at $35
Tickets are available online.

Vashon Center for the Arts started more than 50 years ago, making it the oldest private non-profit community arts organization in the State of Washington! VCA is a one of a kind art center located on beautiful Vashon Island. A short 20 minute ferry ride away from West Seattle, it’s home to The Kay White Hall – a 300 seat performance theater built in 2016 which attracts international, regional and local talent. The 2000 sq. foot art gallery presents art exhibits on a regular basis (usually monthly) that include paintings, sculpture, mixed media, photography, wood, glass, ceramics and fiber. And VCA offers a variety of dance and art education classes for youth and adults year round and has robust scholarship opportunities for families in need.

Here are some quotes from our visitors: “Intimate venue, professional acoustics and bonus lobby art gallery.” “Beautiful space and excellent selection of both performing and visual arts.” “The hall has amazing quality sound. Nice comfortable venue.” These reflect how people experience the Kay White Hall and art gallery, but VCA offers so much more. Our Dance school and Arts Education program have been cornerstone to bringing the arts into the lives of children and adults for generations. We frequently hear from students that their experience at VCA has changed their lives. Here’s an excerpt from a handwritten letter from one of our dance students. “You have opened my eyes to the thing I love the most. I am so grateful for you pushing me and giving me so many opportunities.” Art changes live. For many of us, it’s our life blood. That’s why people keep coming to VCA and why all of us who work here believe in what we do. We hope you venture across the waters and join us for performances, classes, summer camp, or a leisurely walk through the gallery!

VCA is at 19600 Vashon Highway SW – here’s a map.

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WEST SEATTLE WEATHER: Seen between showers …

January 24, 2020 6:36 pm

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Thanks to Jim Borrow for that view, from Upper Alki, of this afternoon’s rainbow. This followed several rounds of pounding rain during the day – “embedded thunderstorms” moving through, per @WestSeaWx – and the forecast suggests we’ll see more rain off and on through the weekend. Meantime, one more rainbow view: