BIZNOTES: Three West Seattle Junction updates

Three Junction-related biznotes tonight:

PAPER BOAT SETS THE DATE: One month ago, we first told you about Paper Boat Booksellers‘ plan to move to a new location, subleasing space that Windermere isn’t using on the north side of 4526 California SW. They’ve now announced that they’ll close January 22nd for a week-plus of moving, reopening in the new space – twice the size of their current north Morgan Junction space – in “early February.”

LADY JAYE ON VACATION: Thanks to Ian for the tip. It’s “winter break” time for Lady Jaye (4523 California SW), closed through January 14th.

HOMESTREET BANK SWITCHES SHOWCASES: A new month means a new local-business showcase at HomeStreet Bank (4022 SW Alaska; WSB sponsor). But first, an important task for the business featured at the West Seattle branch in December:

(WSB photo: Laura Schneider of Meeples between HomeStreet’s August Mears and Sharon Lingbloom)

Laura Schneider, proprietor of Meeples Games, visited HomeStreet this past week to draw the winner of a $100 gift card. Every business showcased at the bank hosts a prize drawing – all you have to do to enter is visit the branch, whether or not you’re a customer! The January local-business showcase features West Seattle Bowl (which, by the way, is hosting a tournament both days this weekend, so no daytime open play).

Vee January 4, 2025 (6:00 pm)

I saw that three little birds lost lease and is moving further north on California ave

WSB January 4, 2025 (6:17 pm)

Thanks for the tip on that. You’re the first to mention it to us. I’ll ping the proprietor.
- AN January 4, 2025 (8:47 pm)
  
  Letter posted on front door, moving north on California across from Little Donkey. Truly an invaluable part of WS parenting life, an absolute gem in every way!
  - Anne January 5, 2025 (7:26 am)
    
    I hope all who love shopping at Three Little Birds will continue to support them at the new location. They’ll need it as there won’t be as many walk by shoppers there.
  - k January 5, 2025 (7:31 am)
    
    Parking in that location is unfortunate, but I’m sure the owners did their best when picking a new spot. I’ll have to figure out how to get down there without the kiddo in tow.
  - HTB January 5, 2025 (9:18 am)
    
    Does “lost the lease” mean something else is moving in or that the landlord wanted more money that 3LB was willing to pay?
    - WSB January 5, 2025 (2:36 pm)
      
      I just got a reply and the latter would be one of the factors the owner cites.
- Jill January 5, 2025 (11:36 am)
  
  The proprietor is the woman that bought Shandon’s businesses, yeah? If she’s officially closing “Alair” that would make so much sense since she hasn’t been maintaining it.
  - WSB January 5, 2025 (2:34 pm)
    
    No, she’s not closing the other stores, but 3LB will be in that same building – I just got a reply and will be publishimg a story this afternoon.
k January 4, 2025 (8:24 pm)

Oh no! Hopefully they’ll be able to find a space not too far away. We love Three Little Birds!

Derek January 4, 2025 (8:25 pm)

Need that whole block from three little birds to great American upzoned immediately.

WSB January 4, 2025 (8:49 pm)

To what? It’s already zoned for 9 stories. Most of The Junction has been zoned for decades for far higher buildings than currently standing.

Bryan J January 4, 2025 (9:22 pm)

And grandparenting! Our distant grandkids get many of their gift clothes from there (and of course an occasional you too). Truly a unique and special store.

Consumer Joe January 4, 2025 (9:43 pm)

Whoa so Pegasus and Paper Boat bookstores will be on the same block? A book lover’s dream…?

Anne January 5, 2025 (7:23 am)

Yes it is.

DL January 5, 2025 (5:11 pm)

It’s unfortunate to lose Paper Boat in the Morgan Junction! But they do need a bigger space and glad for that. I hope it won’t affect Pegasus’s business too much. I love both of these stores.

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