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SUNDAY PREVIEW: Map and schedule for 2024 Fauntleroy Fall Festival

October 19, 2024 8:40 pm
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 |   Fauntleroy | West Seattle festivals | West Seattle news

Tomorrow’s biggest West Seattle event is the Fauntleroy Fall Festival, stretching across multiple venues on both sides of the 9100 block of California SW. Here’s the official map:

And here’s the schedule for all the events packed into three fun hours, 2-5 pm:

The full list of everything you’ll find is page 2 of this PDF that includes the map and schedule you’ll see above. Everything is free except the food that vendors are selling. And if you’re making a cake for the decoration contest/cake trot, be sure to drop it at the Fauntleroy UCC Fellowship Hall by 1 pm!

HALLOWEEN 2024: Neighborhood renamed

Thanks for the texted photo! In tonight’s Halloween spotlight – “temporary annual neighborhood name change is in effect.” (If you don’t recognize the neighborhood, the RIP gives a hint.) We’re continuing to welcome Halloween-sight photos – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

SUNDAY PREVIEW: Byrd Ensemble’s West Seattle concert, with ticket deal

October 19, 2024 5:39 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS culture/arts

Tomorrow (Sunday, October 20) night, the Byrd Ensemble returns to West Seattle with a new vocal concert, spotlighting the music of “The Tudors.” The Byrd Ensemble is sponsoring WSB this weekend to make sure you know about a ticket deal – 30 percent off if you order online with the code WSBLOG30. The concert is at 7:30 pm Sunday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church (42nd and Genesee) – here’s what you’ll see and hear:

An exploration of Renaissance music from Tudor England, this program features Latin motets by the finest composers of the era: John Taverner, Robert White, William Cornysh, John Sheppard, and William Byrd. The program also includes a new work by American composer Nico Muhly, Fallings (2023), commissioned by the Byrd Ensemble in celebration of their 20th Anniversary.

The Byrd Ensemble, directed by Markdavin Obenza, is an internationally acclaimed, Seattle-based professional ensemble performing with at least 10 singers.

WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Jones Barbeque break-in

A reader called this morning with news that Jones Barbeque at 4417 Fauntleroy Way SW appeared to have been broken into. The restaurant confirms it via social media. They’re open but not accepting cash – just credit/debit.

BIZNOTE FOLLOWUP: Fine Baking Co. open for business, grand opening soon

By Jason Grotelueschen
Reporting for West Seattle Blog

Earlier this month, we reported that baker Chely Smithgall was very close to opening her Fine Baking Co. storefront at 6971 California SW in south Morgan Junction, after a long process going back more than a year, waiting for approval of permits and getting everything ready.

We stopped by on Friday to check on the progress, and were welcomed by Smithgall saying that yes, they’re open!  She said they had a “soft opening” last Saturday the 12th and sold out of stock, and have had a busy week of happy customers stopping by. 

For now, they are continuing their “soft open hours” of 11 am-3 pm on Thu/Fri/Sat (including today), and 11 am-5 pm Tue, or until they sell out each day (the shop is closed Mon/Wed/Sun).

Smithgall said she is tentatively planning a “grand opening” event next Saturday Oct 26th, “weather permitting” because she wants to do a ribbon-cutting outside the shop.

Smithgall is already a well-known baker in the area, known for cupcakes, cake pops, custom cakes and printed cookies as a “home baker with a cottage food permit.” She said that currently she is the only baker at the shop, but will need to hire more staff to keep up. 

Visitors to the shop will likely first notice the entryway sign with a subtle suggestion: 

She said that her “main thing” at the shop is probably the cupcakes, such as these marble cupcakes on display:
 
 
She said her most popular cupcakes are Lemon, and Vanilla Oreo, with a wide variety to choose from:
 
 
Cake pops are a popular choice also:


Smithgall said she is grateful for people stopping in, and said their recurring comments have been “we’re so glad you’re finally open; we’ve been drooling every time we go by!”

FOOTBALL: Chief Sealth IHS wins on the road

October 19, 2024 11:36 am
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle schools

We weren’t at Chief Sealth International High School‘s Friday night football game because they played on the road, but did want to report that the Seahawks beat Nathan Hale, 34-20, at Northeast Athletic Complex. Head coach Daron Camacho‘s team is now 6-1, second in the Metro League.

FOOTBALL: Wildcats in action as WSHS celebrates Senior Night and homecoming weekend

October 19, 2024 10:01 am
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WSHS junior Breck Estep (#4) celebrates with senior Myles Mutchler (#80) after a big play.

Story and photos by Jason Grotelueschen
Reporting for West Seattle Blog

West Seattle High School celebrated Senior Night and kicked off homecoming weekend on Friday at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex, as the hometown Wildcats football team battled a tough Ingraham team, losing 28-13.

WSHS seniors participating in football, cheer and band (and their families) were honored at the game:

With a good crowd in attendance:

After trading turnovers in the 1st quarter, the visiting Rams scored on a short run with 1:37 remaining in the quarter to take a 7-0 lead over the Wildcats.

WSHS answered with 7:50 remaining in the 2nd quarter, scoring on a reception by senior and captain Myles Mutchler on a pass from sophomore quarterback Desmond Parkinson

 
Junior kicker Scott Bremen converted the extra point to tie the score at 7-7. 
 
Moments before halftime, Ingraham scored a touchdown and extra point to take a 14-7 lead. During halftime, seniors were honored and the WSHS marching band entertained the crowd:
 
 
After a scoreless 3rd quarter, the Rams scored a touchdown in the 4th to take a 21-7 lead. WSHS then drove into the red zone but came away scoreless, and then Ingraham scored again on a long touchdown to go up 28-7. 
 
The Wildcats got a late spark with 1:16 left, as dynamic senior Sam Turner returned a kick for a long touchdown. After an unsuccessful conversion attempt, the final score was 28-13 in favor of Ingraham. 
 
WSHS plays on the road at Nathan Hale next week to wrap up the regular season schedule.

WSHS head coach Anthony Stordahl (middle) and assistant coach Andrew McDonough

WSHS cheer squad

 

WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Stolen silver Outback (update: found)

Seen Megan‘s car?

2004 silver Subaru Outback Limited was stolen from the Highland Park neighborhood, early Friday morning 10/18/24. WA license BJB7995. Last seen (after it was stolen) near Henderson/Barton between 17th/18th Ave SW, also spotted in Westwood Village. Rims appeared to have been spray-painted black. SPD report # 2024-295705.

Call 911 if you find it.

TUESDAY UPDATE: Megan found it – see her comment below.

WEST SEATTLE SATURDAY: 35 notes

October 19, 2024 6:03 am
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(Photo by James Bratsanos)

The weekend begins! Here are the highlights for today/tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) at 8 am for the regular Saturday morning run.

SALTY HALF/10K: No day-of-race signup, so if you’re not registered, you’re out of luck, but we’re noting that runners will be starting at 8:30 am from Don Armeni Boat Ramp (1222 Harbor SW) and heading toward Lincoln Park. No road closures planned.

HEAVILY MEDITATED: 9 am at Move2Center (3618 SW Alaska), free community meditation – RSVP here.

VACCINATION CLINIC: School clinic, but community’s welcome too – flu and COVID shots available, 9 am-3 pm at Chief Sealth International High School (2600 SW Thistle).

HIKE THE WEST DUWAMISH GREENBELT: Second-to-last monthly hike this year! Meet at 9:30 am at south end of Pathfinder K-8 parking lot (1901 SW Genesee).

HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 9:30 am-11:30 am, whether you’re interested in preschool or K-8. (42nd SW & SW Genesee)

DUWAMISH ALIVE! Twice-yearly mega-work party, 10 am-2 pm at various locations in the Duwamish River watershed and on the river itself. Some spots still need volunteer help – go here to see where you can pitch in.

DELRIDGE FARMERS’ MARKET: West Seattle has TWO farmers’ markets every weekend right now – but this is your second-to-last chance of the year to shop at this one! Start your market shopping with this one – your weekly Saturday opportunity to go get fresh food from growers and makers – 10 am-2 pm, the market’s fourth season offers produce, plants, condiments, prepared food, more, continuing weekly through late October! (9421 18th SW; WSB sponsor)

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: You’re invited to join others taking a walk in Lincoln Park (meet at 47th/Fauntleroy), 10 am.

WHITE CENTER HOLIDAY BAZAAR: 10 am-4 pm at WC Eagles (10452 15th SW).

COMMUNITY CUP SHOWCASE: Rat City Studios and Rain City Clay‘s annual show at Dubsea Coffee continues – shop’s open for viewing, and beverages!, until 2 pm. (9910 8th SW)

WEST SEATTLE BEE GARDEN: Volunteer work party, 10 am-noon. (3201 SW Graham)

NANTES PARK: Volunteer work party, 10 am-1 pm. (5062 SW Admiral Way)

SSC GARDEN CENTER: Gardening season is year-round! Student-grown plants await you at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus, 10 am-3 pm.

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am – “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, 16 and up.” Our calendar listing has location and RSVP info.

MORNING MUSIC: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Info about Marco’s music is here.

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at 11 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

DUWAMISH VALLEY COMMUNITY COALITION JOB FAIR: 11 am-2 pm at Concord International School (723 S. Concord) in South Park:

Are you looking for job or internship opportunities? Duwamish River Community Coalition and partners are working to connect youth and adults in South Park and Georgetown with hiring employers in the Duwamish Valley. This event includes resources for resumes, work clothing, driver’s licenses and IDs, interview skills, and more. This event is free and open to the public, including people in all stages of career and education.

POSTCARDS 4 DEMOCRACY: Another bonus Saturday session of long-distance get-out-the-vote advocacy, noon-2 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

FEATHER IN THE WIND ART SHOW: 12-6 pm, second day for this pop-up art show with five artists in the upstairs annex at Alki Arts (6030 California SW)

ART-GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH … and glass-blowing demos! Noon-4 pm at Avalon Glassworks (2914 SW Avalon Way).

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: The home of West Seattle history is open for your visit, noon-4 pm – see the new West Duwamish Greenbelt exhibit! (61st/Stevens)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER OPEN: The center is also open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2236 SW Orchard)

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open – wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

\NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: The tasting room/wine bar is open 1-6 pm with student-produced wines and “affordable eats” at the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

‘NIGHTFALL’: This haunted experience, benefiting charity, continues tonight at a West Seattle private residence, 5:30-9:30. See our calendar listing for details.

WEST SEATTLE MEANINGFUL MOVIES: They’re back! 6:30 pm at Westside Unitarian Universalist Congregation (7141 California SW), Stories of Us,” with filmmaker Melinda Raebyne present for the screening and discussion.

WESTSIDE INTERFAITH NETWORK CHILI COOKOFF: First-ever chili-cookoff fundraiser for WIN, 6:30 pm at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church (3050 California SW), ticket info in our calendar listing.

ROO FORREST & FRIENDS: Performing 7-9 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all ages, no cover.

ALL-AGES OPEN MIC: 7-10 pm at The Spot West Seattle (2920 SW Avalon Way)

LIVE AT KENYON HALL: Lookout Mountain Lookout feat. Hayward Sun, performing at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), 7 pm doors, 7:30 pm show, tickets here.

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: Deejay Gerze and Wannacut Farms present Glasses Malone Unplugged, doors at 7, music at 8, 21+, $35/door. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, DJ Topspin. (4547 California SW)

JARAY’S DJ: 9 pm, DJ Buzsy at Jaray’s Lounge (2216 SW Orchard).

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: Saturday singing at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW), starting at 10 pm.

West Seattle event coming up? If the community’s welcome, your event is welcome to a spot on our calendar! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!