West Seattle, Washington
04 Saturday
West Seattle Crime Watch starts tonight with a reader report:
SANDBOX STOLEN: Megan says this happened around 1:20 am today in North Delridge:
These 3 in the video came into my fenced yard and stole my kids’ brand-new sandbox (wasn’t yet built). Was large box of wood. They went down Nevada St and 26th Ave. going into several yards, garages, and porches ,as well taking items.
Hoping they dumped the sandbox. Also found 3 propane tanks dumped outside as well as a purse and some clothes – after this theft. Just wanted to share in case others also encountered these people. Not sure if they are on foot or using a car.
We’ll add the police-report number when we get it.
SAFETY MEETING REMINDER: One more reminder that all are welcome at a Westwood-area community-safety meeting with SPD at Village Green-West Seattle (2615 SW Barton; WSB sponsor), 6 pm tomorrow (Wednesday, April 16).
(WSB file photo, SPD at Alki on a summer night)
As we’ve reported, the city is moving toward an earlier closing time for Alki Beach Park this spring/summer – and beyond. But what else is planned to address safety concerns as warmer weather brings more people to the regionally renowned beach? The Alki Community Council invites you to this Thursday’s monthly gathering, this time at Alki Bathhouse (60th/Alki), to hear from and talk with a panel of people working on the issue. Here’s the ACC announcement:
Reminder: Alki Community Council Meeting – Thursday, April 17th
Special Summer Safety Prep Meeting* New Location: Alki Bathhouse
* New Start: 6:30-8 pm (In-person only)We’re switching things up this month as we take it to the beach—right where it matters most. Our meeting at Alki Bathhouse is all about the beach: how we can protect it, and the people who live and visit here.
As we prepare for a busy summer with environmental and ongoing safety concerns—amid a 300+ officer shortage—you’ll hear directly from those on the front lines of guardianship of both people and our parks.
What makes this meeting special? We’re bringing together voices from 8th grade changemakers to top city leaders—all committed to keeping Alki safe, clean, and cared for.
Speaker Lineup:
Explorer West Middle School 8th Graders – Youth-led action item.
Captain Krista Bair, SPD SW Precinct commander
Jon Jainga, Seattle Parks Security & Emergency Mgmt.
Tracy Cramer, SPU Clean City / Litter Abatement
Seattle Park Rangers
Dave Delgado, Seal Sitters –– Wildlife crisis responseBring your questions and concerns, and join us to help keep the place we love safe and beautiful.
Two weeks after helping lead the Seattle “Hands Off” demonstration, West Seattle Indivisible says they’re staying close to home for the next National Day of Action this Saturday, with a preparation event tomorrow. Here’s the announcement we received:
West Seattle Indivisible Street Rally for Democracy!
Our first mass mobilization on April 5th blew wind in the sails of weary advocates, and rekindled hope in our hearts. We are committed to further West Seattle’s momentum and strengthen our resolve by stepping out of our homes to greet one another with a shared message – this administration must be stopped!
Date : April 19th
Time: 12-2 pm
Where: Admiral to Morgan Junction
Events Leading Up To 4/19
SIGN MAKING PARTY: WED April 16th. High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond). 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Let’s do this again – super fun together! Bring supplies and slogans to share, as will we! Hosted by, and more info at: westseattleindivisible.com
SOCIAL MEDIA WORKSHOP: THURS April 17th. High Point Library. 5:30 – 7:30pm
Learn how to turn your smart phone into an aesthetic tool to document your Corner Rally experience! Free!
In the heart of The Junction, the Center for Active Living is “the center of it all,” with dozens of classes and programs every week, many open to the wider public, not just the seniors the center has long focused on serving. As with other nonprofit institutions, the center needs community support now more than ever, and you’re invited to help with that while having fun at its annual benefit breakfast, with food and music. It’s happening at 8 am Tuesday, May 6 – three weeks from today – at the Alki Masonic Center (40th/Edmunds). You can register here to be there!
With nine days to go until the April 24 deadline for registering to be on the map for West Seattle Community Garage Sale Day 2025, we’re reviewing the listings so we’ll be ready to make the map and guide as soon as the list is final. The first seller to register has an early lead on most-memorable description: “Aging hipsters not cool enough for this stuff – come and get it!” We’ve just hit 300 registrations, and among the most popular types of offerings, a quick search reveals we already have 43 mentions of kid stuff, 31 mentions of art (including the ever-popular annual glass-art sale!), 27 mentions of camping gear, 25 mentions of baby-related items … but even more common than any of those, we have 44 sales with descriptions mentioning “vintage”! Chances are good that no matter what you’re looking for, someone will have it. The big day of sales all around the peninsula is Saturday, May 10, 9 am-3 pm (with some sales choosing to start earlier and/or end later and/or add an extra day). So far we have two confirmed sites that are offering spaces to people who need somewhere to sell their stuff – Fauntleroy Schoolhouse and Hotwire Coffee; please contact them directly if interested. If you’re registering your own sale at your own location, this link will take you to our form! If you’ll be a shopper, watch for the map and guide one week before WSCGSD. More updates to come!
Last month, West Seattle’s only overnight shelter – Westside Neighbors Shelter in The Triangle – announced it would stay open for overnight operations, at reduced capacity, year-round. Now that plan has changed. Just received from shelter manager Keith Hughes:
I want to thank all the people who have helped us on a continuous basis. As you know, Westside Neighbors Shelter typically offers cold-weather emergency overnight stays on cots in the Legion Hall auditorium from November through March. A few weeks ago, out of an abundance of compassion for those in need, we decided not to eliminate overnights once the weather grew warmer. We continued to offer breakfast, dinner, and overnight stays for 40 people.
However, with the new political reality and economic uncertainty in our country, donations to us and other organizations have dropped while the number of people who need help has grown. We found our resources so rapidly depleted that we realized we can’t afford to run the shelter full-time right now. For the survival of the shelter, we must return to our original model: starting Saturday, April 19, the shelter will once again function as a Warm Up Center only, 7 am to 11 am every day, and including a hot breakfast.
So many of our clients stop by my office each day and say, “Thank you for what you’re doing for us.” Our goal is to someday provide services year-round, full-time, to our neighbors who need help with basic day-to-day living. I am determined to make this a reality, with help from donors and volunteers who want to make a difference. If you’re interested in donating food, clothing, or money, or if you’re interested in volunteering, please see our website: www.westsideneighborsshelter.org.
(Photo by Susan Whiting Kemp)
Here’s what’s happening on your Tuesday, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: Weekly advocacy gathering, 10:30 am at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor). Sign up here before you go, if you’re a first-timer.
HOLY WEEK AT LOCAL CHURCHES: We’ve added more listings here – it’s not too late to send yours (westseattleblog@gmail.com).
BLOOD DRIVE: Some slots are still open for this all-day blood drive in West Seattle with a tasty incentive – find the link in our calendar listing.
CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). All levels welcome. (Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.)
HOMEWORK HELP: Canceled this week because of spring break.
DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-7 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $10 fee, $5 off with bottle purchases.
DEMONSTRATION FOR BLACK LIVES: Long-running weekly sign-waving demonstration on the corners at 16th/Holden. 5-6 pm. Signs available if you don’t bring your own.
WEST SEATTLE HS BASEBALL AT T-MOBILE PARK: As previewed here Monday, tonight’s the night you can go to T-Mobile Park and see the defending state-champion West Seattle High School Wildcats play the Highline HS Pirates – free! Game time is 6 pm. (As also noted in our preview, though not required for attendance, you can buy Mariners-Guardians tickets for June 14 and support the team.)
UKULELE PLAYERS’ EVENING MEETUP: Monthly 6 pm gathering at Good Society (California/Lander).
UNPLUGGED, A MUSICAL GATHERING: 6-8 pm acoustic-music get-together at C & P Coffee (561 California SW; WSB sponsor).
WEST SEATTLE RUNNER TRACK RUN: Lots of light in the evening as sunsets get later – 6:15 pm, meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for WSR’s free weekly track run.
FREE DANCE LESSON: At the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon), Westside Dance with Dean:
Tuesdays through April 15 (tonight!)
Swing 1: Intro to East Coast Swing 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Swing 2: Dancing to the Blues (a traveling dance) 7:45 – 8:45 p.m.Brush up on your dance skills with our next six-week dance series. Instructor Dean Paton leads these live partner-dance classes in Swing 1 & 2. No partner is necessary, both singles and couples are welcome. Join the fun and meet others in the community!
More information here.
WEST SEATTLE TOASTMASTERS 832 HYBRID MEETING: 6:30 pm, the club now offers you the chance to meet in person at Brookdale West Seattle (4611 California SW) or online – our calendar listing explains both!
MAKE POTTERY: Weekly 6:30-9 pm “girls’ night” at pottery studio The Clay Cauldron (5214 Delridge Way SW), sign up in advance to work on your project(s).
WOMEN’S MEDITATION CIRCLE: Weekly small-group event at Mama Be Well Healing Studio (4034 California SW), 7 pm. Our calendar listing has details on signing up before you go.
BINGO X 2: Play – free! – Tuesday night Belle of the Balls Bingo hosted by Cookie Couture, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW) … Talarico’s Pizzeria also offers 8 pm bingo (4718 California SW).
TRIVIA X 6: If you’re a quiz whiz, tonight is your night – six trivia options for Tuesday night – 7 pm trivia with Amelia at Future Primitive‘s Beer Bar on Alki (2536 Alki SW) … The Beer Junction (4711 California SW) has Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free and hosted by Beat the Geek Trivia; 7 pm at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle (6459 California SW), hosted by Geeks Who Drink; 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW) … and Trivia Tuesdays at Christos on Alki, 7:15 pm (2508 Alki SW).
WEST SEATTLE PFLAG: First anniversary! 7:30 pm meeting at Admiral Church (4320 SW Hill).
Hosting an event, class, performance, gathering, etc.? Tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
Announced by Special Olympics of Washington – a big event happening here in a week and a half that needs lots of volunteers (and spectators too):
Come support and cheer on your Special Olympics WA (SOWA) athletes at their upcoming athletics competition on Saturday, April 26! Hundreds of athletes, coaches and volunteers from King County and Cascade areas will be convening at the Southwest Athletic Complex near Chief Sealth HS to participate and compete, and we need your help! Learn more about the event here and how to get involved as a volunteer here (we still are looking for 200+ hands!). Athletes will compete for a spot at SOWA’s State Spring Games at the University of Puget Sound on June 20-22. Reach out to volunteer@sowa.org or Lindsey lcornish@sowa.org to learn more!
6:01 AM: Good morning! It’s Tuesday, April 15, 2025, and for most schools in the area, spring break continues. Plus, it’s federal tax-deadline day.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES
More sunshine expected,, low 60s high. Today’s sunrise/sunset – 6:19 am and 7:59 pm. (Tomorrow brings the first 8+ pm sunset!)
TRANSIT TODAY
Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle servicen; spring/summer schedule has begun, with later-in-the-evening sailings Fridays and Saturdays.
Metro buses – Regular schedule.
Washington State Ferries – Regular service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas and M/V Cathlamet, plus M/V Salish is serving as the “bonus boat”. … Also, WSF has launched an “online open house” for feedback on changes to the two-boat Triangle Route schedule once the route is regularly back to a three-boat schedule, expected June 30.
ROAD WORK
-The Admiral Way Bridge’s outside lane on the eastbound/southbound side remains closed.
-The daily SW 100th closure in White Center, 15th to 16th, has been extended through the 18th, according to King County Roads.
SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Spokane Street Viaduct – This view usually looks westward, with eastbound lanes at left and westbound lanes at right:
Low Bridge – Looking west:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.
MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.
See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!
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