(Duwamish Head, photographed from Smith Tower by Robert Spears)

(updated) Seven happenings you should know about for tonight:

ROXHILL BUILDING’S FUTURE: 6-7 pm at Roxhill Elementary, you’re invited to come find out more about what programs/services will be in the building after the elementary school moves north to renovated EC Hughes. We reported some toplines here earlier this week. P.S. We’ve confirmed this is a drop-in meeting – no presentation. (9430 30th SW)

LONGFELLOW CREEK PROJECT MEETING: A flood-reduction-and-trail project proposed in North Delridge along 24th SW will be discussed at this meeting we recently previewed, 6-8 pm at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

RECYCLED PAPER COLLAGE WORKSHOP: 6 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor) with artist Linda McClamrock. Sign up here for this one and/or future dates. (5612 California SW)

DESIGN REVIEW FOR 4220 SW 100TH, 4800 40TH SW: Doubleheader tonight for the Southwest Design Review Board at the Senior Center/Sisson Building – 6:30 pm review of 8 townhouses and 1 live-work unit at 4220 SW 100th (see the design packet here), 8 pm review of 56 apartments and 4 live-work units at 4800 40th SW (see the design packet here). Both reviews will include public-comment opportunities. (4217 SW Oregon)

MADISON CONCERT: Madison Middle School‘s orchestra and jazz concert is tonight, 7 pm. (3429 45th SW)

NORTH HIGHLINE UNINCORPORATED AREA COUNCIL: If you live just south of West Seattle, tonight’s the monthly meeting of your community council. We previewed the agenda on our partner site White Center Now. 7 pm at North Highline Fire District HQ. (1243 SW 112th)

SEATTLE LUTHERAN GRADUATION: First of West Seattle’s three high-school graduation ceremonies – the commencement for Seattle Lutheran High School‘s Class of 2018 is scheduled for 7:30 pm in the gym. (4100 SW Genesee)

SEE WHAT ELSE IS UP FOR TODAY, TONIGHT, BEYOND … via our complete calendar.

(Evening Grosbeak, photographed by Trileigh Tucker)

Midweek highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

PUGET RIDGE PLAYGROUND: The little playground known as the “tot lot” is one of the West Seattle playgrounds getting an overhaul, and if you visit the playground between 4 and 6 pm, you can see and comment on the final design. (6029 21st SW)

ART RECEPTION: 4-6 pm at Providence Mount St. Vincent, you’re invited to the annual reception for the art display with work by residents and students of The Mount’s intergenerational child-care program. (4831 35th SW)

ALKI ELEMENTARY PTA: Time change for tonight’s last meeting of the year – 6 pm. Students reading poetry, too! (3010 59th SW)

NUCOR, PORT AT SOUTHWEST DISTRICT COUNCIL: The Southwest District Council‘s monthly meeting at 6:30 pm at Senior Center of West Seattle continues the late-spring theme of sustainability/environmental discussion. Guests are expected from the port and Nucor. See the full agenda and guest list here. (4217 SW Oregon)

JIM PAGE @ C & P: Singer-songwriter performs at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

Got something for the calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – just tell us what, when, where, who, with as much advance notice as possible – thank you!

(Submarine passing a short time ago – photo courtesy Lynn Shimamoto)

Very busy day/night on the peninsula! Here are the highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

SENIOR RESOURCE AND WELLNESS FAIR: Multiple-vendor event under way now and continuing until 12:30 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle. (4217 SW Oregon)

HALA HEARING: City Councilmembers will be at Chief Sealth International High School tonight for a formal public hearing on the proposed Mandatory Housing Affordability upzoning. If you want to speak, signups start at 5:30 pm. The event starts at 6 with a presentation and then it’s public comment time right afterward. In the auditorium. If you want a refresher, see our story on yesterday’s City Council discussion of what’s proposed for West Seattle/South Park. (2600 SW Thistle)

AVALON PROJECT OPEN HOUSE: Last month, we reported on what SDOT is now planning for the SW Avalon rechannelization and repaving project, which includes a few blocks of 35th just south of Avalon. Luna Park-area businesses remain concerned about parking removal. 5:30-7:30 pm tonight at American Legion Post 160 HQ, you can stop in and talk with SDOT reps about the project – concerns, questions, whatever you have. (3618 SW Alaska)

TUNNEL-TOLLING HEARING: This is a two-part event – informational open house 5:30-6:30 pm, then a meeting to take public comment, starting at 6:30 pm. The Washington State Transportation Commission has to make the final decision about what tolls will be charged when the tunnel opens later this year, and public comment is the next step in the process, as explained here, along with the options under consideration. This is at High Point Community Center. (6920 34th SW)

WEST SEATTLE BIKE CONNECTIONS: All interested in making the peninsula safer for bicycling are welcome to join WSBC for the monthly meeting, 6:30 pm at Neighborhood House High Point. (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

THE WHALE TRAIL: Love whales? See them inland tonight! The Whale Trail‘s special event this month features photographer Stephen Rink, as previewed here. 6:30 pm doors open, 7 pm presentation at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), all welcome – tickets here, or at the door if it’s not sold out. (5612 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE BIG BAND: You are invited to tonight’s free West Seattle Big Band performance at Bridge Park, 7 pm. (3204 SW Morgan)

CHIEF SEALTH IHS PTSA: Last meeting of the year, 7 pm in the Confucius Center on the Chief Sealth IHS campus: “We’ll be voting in new officers, updating our organizations Standing Rules, and voting on the 2018-19 Budget. We’ll go over our accomplishments and what we are hoping for in the next school year!” (2600 SW Thistle)

WHAT ELSE IS UP? See our complete calendar here.

(Three views of a Great Blue Heron at Constellation Park during Saturday’s low tide, photographed by Gary Jones)

Here’s what’s up for today/tonight, starting with a reminder:

I-5 CLOSURES CONTINUE, BUT … As we verified on Saturday, you CAN take the NB I-5 exit from the eastbound West Seattle Bridge to get to I-90. Otherwise, closures are scheduled to continue until early Monday.

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

BENEFIT BRUNCH FOR ONE MILLION TAMPONS: 10:30 am-1:30 pm at South Park Hall, karaoke/waffle brunch to benefit the One Million Tampons campaign to get menstrual products to those who need them. (1253 S. Cloverdale)

ALKI LIGHTHOUSE TOURS: 1-4 pm (arrive by 3:45 pm), this weekend’s round of free tours at historic Alki Point Lighthouse! (3201 Alki SW)

CHECK THE CHIP: Lien Animal Clinic offers you the chance to come in during a 2-4 pm event today and check to see if your pet’s microchip info is accurate/up to date – or, if your pet’s not chipped, change that! Treats, prizes, tours. (3710 SW Alaska)

CAMP 2ND CHANCE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Curious about what’s happening at West Seattle’s only city-sanctioned encampment – and/or, have a concern? 2 pm, all are welcome at the monthly meeting of C2C’s Community Advisory Committee, at Arrowhead Gardens. (9200 2nd SW)

CHORUS IN CONCERT, AND BIDDING DIRECTOR FAREWELL: 3 pm at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church:

The director of the Seattle Metropolitan Singers, John Gulhaugen, is retiring after 12 years of leading this group of amateur women singers. John has spent much of his life tied to music – from earning a BA in Music from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, to singing with the Seattle Opera Chorus, to directing the music at Peace Lutheran Church in West Seattle, to challenging the Seattle Metropolitan Singers to improve the depth and breadth of their singing. John plans to relax during his free evenings, and maybe take up singing in a group for himself.

The concert program “Encores” will include songs from the past 12 years of concerts, including such pieces as “A Girl’s Garden,” “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat,” “Hotaru Koi,” and “The Storm is Passing Over.”

At this concert, the Seattle Metropolitan Singers will also introduce the incoming director of the group.

A farewell reception will be held after the concert.

(3050 California SW)

CORREO AEREO: Live Latin/world music performance at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 3-5 pm. (5612 California SW)

PREVIEW THE WEEK AHEAD! Browse our complete calendar.

(Pileated Woodpecker, photographed at Lincoln Park by Kerry Murphy)

So much happening as our West Seattle weekend begins! But first:

TRAFFIC ALERT: Another reminder that NB I-5 is closed at points both south and north of the West Seattle Bridge. Maps and WSDOT info are here.

But why leave the peninsula? Look at everything that’s happening!

HELP BUILD A PLAYGROUND: Today’s the day to build the new playground at EC Hughes for Roxhill Elementary students’ move there this fall. Just show up at 8 am or 12:30 pm to help! Tools provided. (7700 34th SW)

KIDS’ FISHING POND: 8 am-11 pm at Seacrest Pier, the West Seattle Sportsmen’s Club invites everyone 14 and under to try catching the ~250 trout with which they’ve stocked this portable pond:

Free; equipment provided. (1660 Harbor SW)

EMERALD WATER ANGLERS’ FLY FEST: 9 am to 4 pm at Me-Kwa-Mooks Park, join Emerald Water Anglers (WSB sponsor) in a celebration of all things fly fishing – and more. Here’s the schedule of classes, workshops, demos, even the always-popular staff cookoff. (4503 Beach Drive SW)

TREE WALK: Walk the Genesee Hill area to talk and learn about its trees! Meet at Ercolini Park at 9:30 am. (48th SW/SW Alaska)

WEST DUWAMISH GREENBELT HIKES: 10 am and/or 1 pm, celebrate National Trails Day by taking a guided hike in the West Duwamish Greenbelt. (14th SW/SW Holly)

LOOP THE ‘LUPE: Four ways to have fun at the second annual Loop the ‘Lupe at Walt Hundley Playfield – 11 am obstacle course, 11:45 am family fun run/walk, 12:15 pm Senior Saunter, 1 pm Youth Dash. Not registered? No problem – do it on-site, and mention the code WSB10 for a discount. Get the details in our preview – WSB is a co-sponsor. (34th SW/SW Myrtle)

BENEFIT BARBECUE: West Seattle Thriftway (WSB sponsor) will grill up lunch for you, starting at 11 am, and proceeds benefit Pencil Me In For Kids. (4201 SW Morgan)

GATOR GREEN FEST: 11 am-2 pm, you’re welcome at a free fun festival at Gatewood Elementary – arts and crafts, facepainting, bubbles, and see how the playfield project is going. (4320 SW Myrtle)

COLMAN POOL’S SECOND PRE-SEASON WEEKEND: Noon-7 pm, three sessions at West Seattle’s only city-owned outdoor pool, on the shore at Lincoln Park. Here’s the schedule. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

(added) HONK! FEST WEST IN WHITE CENTER: Second day of this street-band celebration is happening in White Center, as previewed here last month. 1-6 pm – free – see the official site for the band list and maps.

SWINSON AND THE EXPEDITION: All-ages show at The Skylark, 3 pm. $5 cover. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

WEST SEATTLE HIGH SCHOOL ALL-SCHOOL REUNION: 4-7 pm, all alumni are invited back to West Seattle High School for the annual celebration!

THUNDERPUSSY AT EASY STREET: The up-and-coming rockers are back in West Seattle (where they headlined Summer Fest last year) to celebrate their album release with an in-store concert and signing event at 6 pm. The newest details on how to get in are on the Easy Street website. (California/Alaska)

SUPPORT SANISLO … at the Sanislo PTA‘s annual dinner/auction. This little school needs an extra community boost. 6 pm at the Masonic Hall – tickets, auction preview, more, all here. (4736 40th SW)

TUG INN CUSTOMER APPRECIATION PARTY: Starting at 6 pm, the Tug Inn is ready to show you how much they love you. Two bands, drink deals, and more. (2216 SW Orchard)

WEST SEATTLE MEANINGFUL MOVIE: This month, it’s “Death by Design: The Dirty Secret of Our Digital Addiction,” at Neighborhood House High Point. Doors open 6:30 pm; movie, followed by optional discussion, starts at 7. (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

WSHS REUNION AFTERPARTY: At Whisky West (WSB sponsor), starting at 7 pm. Tim Turner will rock the house! More info in our calendar listing. 21+. (6451 California SW)

THAT’S NOT EVEN EVERYTHING … see for yourself via our complete calendar.

em>(Photo by David Hutchinson)

Happy June! Highlights for the rest of today/tonight:

HAPPY 40TH, ILLUSIONS! Longtime WSB sponsor Illusions Hair Design is celebrating 40 years in business with a party all day today. You don’t have to have a hair appointment to stop by and be part of the fun. 9 am-6 pm. (5619 California SW)

LAPS WITH LOU: Starting at 9 am and likely continuing until 1:30 or so, retired Pathfinder K-8 PE teacher Lou Cutler returns to the school for 67 birthday laps to raise money for Make-A-Wish. This is the 15th anniversary of Laps With Lou! You can stop by and join him, cheer him, and/or donate. (1901 SW Genesee)

em>(Photo by James Bratsanos)

MURAL DESIGN WORKSHOP FOR KIDS: Last chance for 7- to 13-year-olds to join artist Henry Luke at Southwest Library, 4-5 pm, to work on designing the new Roxhill mural at EC Hughes. (9010 35th SW)

VINE & SPOON OPENING NIGHT: As noted last night, the long-in-the-works Junction restaurant opens at 5 pm. (4706 California SW)

CORNER BAR: Highland Park Improvement Club invites you to its monthly pop-up bar with music, all ages, starting at 6 pm. Live music starts around 8 pm with Hello Jello. (1116 SW Holden)

(Photo by Jim Borrow)

POETRY SLAM AND STORYTELLING: C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor) is where you’ll find the Jordin Bubin Poetry Slam and Storytelling event, 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

FOR CHARLEENA: Music, dance, poetry, live art, in a community event to honor the memory of Charleena Lyles. 7 pm at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center – details in our calendar listing. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

WHAT ELSE, YOU ASK? Check our complete calendar!

(Song sparrow in teacup bird feeder, photographed by Trileigh Tucker)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

SUB POP ALKI EVENT LINEUP: Starting at 9 am on KEXP radio, Sub Pop Records will announce the long-awaited lineup for the much-previewed Sub Pop 30th anniversary celebration at Alki Beach on August 11th. We’re at KEXP studios at Seattle Center to cover it as breaking news, so if you don’t want to or can’t tune in, just check back here on WSB in a bit!

LOW TIDE WITH BEACH NATURALISTS: 10 am-12:30 pm, explore Lincoln Park (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW) or Constellation Park (63rd SW/Beach Drive)beaches at low tide with Seattle Aquarium volunteer beach naturalists – today, it’s out to -1.5 feet at 11:38 am.

BABY STORY TIME: Bring the littlest member(s) of the family to Southwest Library for story time, 10:30 am. (9010 35th SW)

STARBUCKS AFTERNOON/EVENING CLOSURES: Today’s the day Starbucks stores are closing early for anti-bias training. A quick check of the company website suggests West Seattle stores’ closing times are just after 1 pm.

SHARE YOUR ROXHILL MURAL IDEAS: What do you want the new Roxhill/EC Hughes mural to depict/reflect? 6:30 pm, come talk with artist Henry Luke at Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

KING COUNTY TOWN HALL FOR WHITE CENTER & VICINITY: Unincorporated-area residents just south of West Seattle are invited to the county’s annual Community Service Area Town Hall for North Highline, with information about local-government services. 7-9 pm at Seola Gardens. (10900 4th Place SW)

TUESDAY TRIVIA: Whisky West (WSB sponsor) hosts trivia with Geeks Who Drink, 7:30 pm Tuesdays. (6451 California SW)

SEE WHAT ELSE IS UP … by browsing our complete calendar!

(Thanks to Mark Wangerin for two views of the beautiful Western Tanager)

Day 2 of the three-day weekend! Highlights from our calendar:

MEMORIAL DAY POPPIES: American Legion Post 160 will be back at West Seattle Thriftway (WSB sponsor), 8 am-5 pm, offering the traditional red-crepe-paper poppies that are made by and raise money for veterans. (4201 SW Morgan)

CLEAN UP WITH THE LITTER LEAGUE: Also in Morgan Junction, get your Sunday started by joining Jill and the Litter League in a quick community cleanup, 9:30-11 am. She will have “vests, litter picker-uppers, buckets and bags for everyone” – just bring/wear your garden gloves. More info here. Meet by the ATM just south of Thriftway. More info here. (6540 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: No holiday for the hard-working growers and makers who bring their food and beverages to The Junction on Sundays. Open 10 am-2 pm in the street as always. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

HELP DESIGN A MURAL: The new Roxhill/EC Hughes mural needs your ideas, hopes, and dreams! Come talk with project-leading artist Henry Luke at Dubsea Coffee, 11 am. (9910 8th SW)

SECOND DAY OF SPRAYPARK SEASON: Just a reminder that Highland Park Spraypark is now open daily, 11 am-8 pm. (1100 SW Cloverdale)

SECOND DAY OF COLMAN POOL’S FIRST WEEKEND: Noon-7 pm, three swim sessions at Colman Pool on the Lincoln Park shore on this second day of its first pre-season weekend. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

SEASON’S FIRST ALKI LIGHTHOUSE TOURS: 1-4 pm, the Coast Guard Auxiliary‘s first day of free tours at the historic lighthouse – this year, only on Sunday afternoons, as previewed here. (Alki SW/Beach Drive SW)

SACRED SERVICE FOR WAR DEAD: West Seattle Contemplative Church and WS Baptist Church will co-present this “religious service recogniz(ing) those who have died, acknowledges the life given, and commits them to God. It is also an honoring of those for whom the traditional rites of memorial and burial may not have happened.” 5:30 pm. Both pastors are veterans. (4157 California SW)

MEMORIAL DAY VETERANS’ SERVICE: A service “remembering veterans and their families” is planned at the Junction Church, 5:30 pm. Light refreshments afterward. (4157 California SW)]

Something for our calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – as far in advance as possible; thanks!

(Photo by Jim Borrow – cargo ship Mount Rainier headed north past West Seattle, with a pilot boat, this morning)

The holiday weekend is here! Highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

AMERICAN LEGION POPPIES: 8 am-5 pm, American Legion Post 160 is distributing Memorial Day poppies at West Seattle Thriftway (WSB sponsor) – backstory in our calendar listing. (4201 SW Morgan)

TAI CHI ON ALKI: 9 am, meet by Statue of Liberty Plaza for the weekly class, all welcome, by donation. (61st SW/Alki SW)

‘SUPERCAR’ RALLY’S ALKI LAP: 9:15-10 am, as previewed here earlier this week, “supercars” on a Seattle-to-Seaside rally plan a “lap” through the Alki area. If we get any early word on the route, we’ll update here. (9:40 AM UPDATE: Small group; we caught them passing Don Armeni; they stopped a bit further west and are about to take off again.)

GARDEN CENTER: Looking for plants? The South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) Garden Center will be open 10 am-3 pm today on the north end of campus. (6000 16th SW)

MAHONIA WORK PARTY: Also at SSC, join Team Mahonia for a 10 am-noon work party, explained here! (6000 16th SW)

SPRAYPARK SEASON BEGINS: Opening day for Highland Park Spraypark, 11 am-8 pm. (1100 SW Cloverdale)

ART SHOW & SALE: 11 am-5 pm at West Seattle Church of the Nazarene, more than half a dozen local artists are showing and selling their work; we stopped by last night. (4201 SW Juneau)

COLMAN POOL OPENS: First day of the first pre-season weekend at West Seattle’s city-run outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park. Noon-7 pm, including three sessions today – here’s the schedule. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

TREASURE TRUCK PET PARTY: Noon to 5 pm at Ounces in North Delridge, “Amazon Treasure Truck is bringing their deal truck to Ounces for a special Pop-Up Event with Purina Dog Chow! Purina and Treasure Truck will be taking over the Ounces upper parking lot for an afternoon of doggie games, treats, a photo booth … AND a pop-up dog park! FREE! Kids & Pups welcome! Deal on truck will be announced on Saturday.” (3809 Delridge Way SW)

INTERGENERATIONAL THEATER: Free performance by Silverkite Community Arts, presented by Quail Park Memory Care of West Seattle (WSB sponsor), 2 pm at Senior Center, all welcome, free. (4217 SW Oregon)

TALK WITH YOUR SCHOOL BOARD REP: 3-5 pm, you can drop by Delridge Library and talk with Leslie Harris, president of the Seattle Public Schools board and elected representative for West Seattle/South Park. (5423 Delridge Way SW)

WEST END GIRLS, A DRAG EXTRAVAGANZA: At The Skylark – doors at 7 pm, show at 8 pm, hosted by Cookie Couture. Tickets and lineup here. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

GARY BENSON: Performing at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

PEEK INTO THE FUTURE … our complete calendar is here.

(Photo by Deborah Kasperson)

The holiday weekend is about to begin! But first, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

WEST SEATTLE GARDEN CLUB: The monthly meeting is under way but you’re still welcome to drop in, especially for the afternoon program featuring a floral designer’s presentation at 12:45 pm. At Daystar. (2615 SW Barton)

TALK WITH YOUR CITY COUNCILMEMBER: First time in 2 months that West Seattle/South Park City Councilmember Lisa Herbold has had district office hours. 2-7 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle – be there by 6:30 pm. (4217 SW Oregon)

ART SHOW AND SALE, PLUS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT INFO: 4-8 pm at West Seattle Church of the Nazarene, it’s the first day of an art show and sale that’s also a chance to get an update on the project to build six townhouses on part of the church’s “park” land to help raise money to renovate the building. Resident artist Genna Draper – one of eight featured artists – has more info on her website. (4201 SW Juneau)

KIDS INVITED TO PLAN A MURAL: Second of three Friday afternoon workshops with artist Henry Luke at Southwest Library, 4-5 pm, with kids 7-13 invited to help plan the new Roxhill mural at EC Hughes. (9010 35th SW)

ALKI SKATE NIGHT: Second-to-last chance this year for Friday night skating at Alki Community Center! 5:45-7:45 pm. (5817 SW Stevens)

SIGGIE THE VINTAGE MAN: He’s back in West Seattle, one night only!

7-9 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor). More about Siggie here. (5612 California SW)

LIVE MUSIC: Grim Statistic, Retromancer, and Good Riddance play The Skylark – doors at 8, music at 9, $8 cover, 21+. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

Got something for the calendar? Send the info as far in advance as you can! westseattleblog@gmail.com – thanks!

(House Finch, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar for your Tuesday:

DINE OUT, SUPPORT STUDENTS: WingStop in Westwood Village will donate 20 percent of your purchase today (10:30 am-10:30 pm) to the Chief Sealth International High School ASB, if you show this flyer. (2600 SW Barton)

DROP-IN CHESS: 4:30-5:30 pm at High Point Library, kids are invited to drop in and play chess! (3411 SW Raymond)

WEST SEATTLE BLOCK WATCH CAPTAINS NETWORK: 6:30 pm at the Southwest Precinct, tonight’s WSBWCN agenda focuses on updates from local police and Block Watch issues. But you don’t have to be part of one to be there! All welcome. (2300 SW Webster)

FAMILY STORY TIME: Bring the kids – all ages – to enjoy story time before bedtime. 7 pm at Delridge Library. (5423 California SW)

SHAMBHALA MEDITATION: All welcome, 7 pm at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. Meditation followed by tea and socializing, and group discussion. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

WSCO CONCERT, WITH FOND FAREWELL: 6 pm concert doubleheader for the West Seattle Community Orchestras at Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium – including this farewell:

Longtime West Seattle Community Orchestras (WSCO) Executive Director and Orchestra Manager Mariane Hermanson will be retiring from those roles as of the end of the 2017-2018 season.

Mariane began with the organization in its fledgling years. Her participation was enabled by a Department of Neighborhoods Social Justice grant secured the Westside Symphonette, WSCO’s predecessor organization. At the time, only about 60 adults and students participated in two orchestras. Mariane has been the major force in helping the organization grow significantly, to where it now encompasses three orchestras, a concert band, and a percussion ensemble as well as instructional classes for adult and student beginners. The group now serves around 250 musicians annually!

Mariane will be honored at tonight’s season-ending double-header concert. It’s been a great 12-year run! WSCO will definitely miss her!

Other concerts details here. Free, though donations are always welcome! (2600 SW Thistle)

‘GEEKS WHO DRINK’ TRIVIA: 7:30 pm at Whisky West (WSB sponsor) in Morgan Junction. (6451 California SW)

SEE WHAT ELSE IS UP … via our complete-calendar page.

Thanks to Mark Wangerin for two views of a Green Heron on the Duwamish River (scroll down for the second), gracing our Monday highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

ICE CREAM FUNDRAISER: Show this flyer when you buy something at Full Tilt Ice Cream in White Center today (open noon-10 pm) and 10 percent of the proceeds will benefit the Chief Sealth International High School ASB! (9629 16th SW)

SSC ADMISSION WORKSHOP: Thinking about studying at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor)? 2-3:30 pm today, you’re invited to an admission workshop with info on everything from the application process to financial aid, as explained here. (6000 16th SW)

AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP: 2 pm at Southwest Library. This month’s title is “Things Fall Apart” by Chinua Achebe. (9010 35th SW)

THE WESTY’S FUNDRAISING TAP TAKEOVER: 6 pm until it’s all gone, at The Westy (WSB sponsor), it’s a tap takeover to raise money for Ronald McDonald House:

All proceeds from the sale of Bob’s brown ale will go directly to the Ronald McDonald House. We will also donate $2 from each flight of beer sold. The lineup of Georgetown beer includes the entire Bob’s series of Brown ale, Sour brown ale, Coffee, And IPA. The beer flight will be rounded out with citrus galaxy and bodhizafa. Thank you all for helping the Westy lend a hand to a great charity.

(7908 35th SW)

ALL-AGES TRIVIA: 7:30 pm at The Skylark, free all-ages trivia with prizes! (3803 Delridge Way SW)

Got a West Seattle/White Center/South Park event for the calendar? westseattleblog@gmail.com – the further in advance you can send the info (plain text in the body of your e-mail, please, not in an attachment) the better! Thanks!

Welcome to Sunday!

WEST SEATTLE 5K: Just after 9 am, the run/walk to raise money for the West Seattle High School PTSA will take off from just west of the Alki Bathhouse. Alki and Harbor will be closed until the course (to Anchor/Luna Park and back) is cleared, and the Water Taxi shuttle will be rerouted. You can still register to be part of the WS5K, starting at 8 am. (61st SW/Alki SW)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Spring bounty shows up in ever-greater numbers every week. See what’s fresh, 10 am-2 pm. (California SW between SW Alaska and SW Oregon

FORUM ON INITIATIVE 1631: 11:30 am at Fauntleroy Church, find out about the ballot initiative also known as the Protect Washington Act. (9140 California SW)

PROTESTERS AT DON ARMENI: As noted on Saturday, seagoing protesters are expected to launch kayaks and canoes from Don Armeni Boat Ramp for a 12:30 pm protest on Harbor Island. (1220 Harbor SW)

CHAMPIONS BASEBALL LEAGUE: 1 pm Sunday at the Pee Wee fields, this league for kids with special-needs has its first practice – sign up and show up! Details in our preview. (7226 12th SW)

JAMTIME: Music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 1-4 pm. (5612 California SW)

ORGAN RECITAL: 1:30 pm at Admiral Church. (4320 SW Hill)

ALKI DAZE COSTUMED BIKE PARADE: 2 pm, all welcome to join as the parade heads eastbound along the beach! (63rd SW/Alki SW)

SOUTHWEST STORIES: 2 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library, you’re invited to find out about architect Arthur Loveless, a century after his heyday, and post-talk, you’ll be invited to visit a nearby house he designed. Presented by the Southwest Seattle Historical Society and Seattle Public Library. (2306 42nd SW)

BYSTANDER INTERVENTION WORKSHOP: Learn how to help your neighborhood be hate-free. 2 pm at Admiral Church, walk-ins welcome. (4320 SW Hill)

GUITAR CONCERT: 4 pm at Peace Lutheran Church, classical guitarist Naeim Rahmani performs. All welcome; free-will offering. (8316 39th SW)

SQUARE DANCE AND POTLUCK: New monthly event at South Park Hall! 5 pm-8 pm, all ages. (1253 S. Cloverdale)

SEE WHAT ELSE IS UP, AND CHECK OUT THE WEEK AHEAD … via our complete calendar (and if you have a West Seattle/White Center/South Park item to list, please send it – as early as possible – to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!)

(Male Black-Headed Grosbeak, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Much going on! Let’s get right to what you need to know:

TRAFFIC ALERTS: Two projects today in West Seattle that you might want to know about – 18th/Myrtle and 29th/Barton.

BENEFIT BOOT CAMPS: 8, 9, 10 am at Project 968 (WSB sponsor), as previewed here, workouts to raise money for Ben Delacour‘s fight against cancer, detailed here. (4617 37th SW)

WEST SEATTLE BEE FESTIVAL: 9:30 am-2 pm at High Point Commons Park, Neighborhood House High Point, and vicinity, including the Honey Run, the parade, a vendor fair, demonstrations, food, Bee Garden visits, more. See the schedule on the official festival website. Free! (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

ROXHILL PARK SPRING CLEAN: 10 am, just show up at Roxhill Park and be part of it! Gloves, tools, etc. all provided. (29th SW/SW Barton)

WORKSHOP FOR LANDLORDS: 11 am at Delridge Library, a workshop to help landlords learn how to keep their property safe and crime-free. (5423 Delridge Way SW)

REGISTRATION/PACKET PICKUP FOR WEST SEATTLE 5K! Not registered for Sunday’s West Seattle 5K yet? Or – you are signed up, but want to get your packet the day before? Noon-6 pm, stop by West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor) to get it done! (2749 California SW)

SPRING RELEASE, DAY 2: 1-7 pm, spring wine release and tastings at South Seattle College‘s (WSB sponsor) Northwest Wine Academy. (6000 16th SW)

TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES FORUM: 1:30-3:30 pm at the Senior Center of West Seattle. As previewed here, it’s your chance to learn about alternative ways of getting around, particularly for seniors and people with disabilities. (4217 SW Oregon)

LAFAYETTE ELEMENTARY PRESENTS SHREK, THE MUSICAL: 2 pm, final performance at the West Seattle High School Theater. (3000 California SW)

ALKI DAZE: The community celebration continues with a 3 pm kickball game at Alki Playfield, 5 pm bike races and Show & Shine. (59th/Alki)

BARET MAGARIAN BOOK SIGNING: 4 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), author Baret Magarian will be reading from and signing “The Fabrications.” (5612 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE ROTARY 70TH ANNIVERSARY WINE POP-UP: 4 pm at Alki Masonic Hall, a wine lovers’ event is the culmination of the Rotary Club of West Seattle’s 70th anniversary year. (4736 40th SW)

UNCORKED: Sold out so we’re mentioning it just in case you’re ticketed and need a reminder – 5:30 pm happy hour, 7 pm tastings at the Highland Park Improvement Club‘s wine-tasting fundraiser (with WSB among the co-sponsors). 10th anniversary! (1116 SW Holden)

ECHOES STUDIOS ANNIVERSARY: As previewed here, you are invited to an open house, 6-9 pm, celebrating Echoes Studios‘ first anniversary. (3801 Delridge Way SW)

THE MAMA-LOGUES: 7 pm at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, the humor in motherhood – raising money for nonprofits including WestSide Baby. Also, an optional preshow reception. Details and ticket info are in our calendar listing. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

ROO FORREST AND FRIENDS: “Eclectic mix of originals and covers” at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

YES, THERE’S MORE … as you can see by browsing our complete-calendar page.

(Female Wilson’s Warbler, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

So much going on – and these are only the highlights!

CREATING A WILL FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN: Drop in between 11 and 11:50 am for this free, friendly presentation at Nurturing Expressions (WSB sponsor) in The Junction. (4727 44th SW)

SPRING RELEASE: The Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) hosts the first day of its spring-release tastings, 1-7 pm. (6000 16th SW)

LOW-LOW TIDE: Out to -2.9 feet at 1:47 pm.

KIDS’ MURAL-PLANNING WORKSHOP: This is for any and all 7- to 13-year-olds who would like to help plan the new mural that artist Henry Luke will create at EC Hughes Elementary for Friends of Roxhill, as explained in our calendar listing. First of three Friday afternoon sessions, 4-5 pm, at Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

SHOP AND SIP: Junction Wine Walk tonight! 5-9 pm – advance tickets are sold out but a limited number of same-day tickets go on sale at 4 pm at CAPERS (4525 California SW). Not only is it a chance to sip but also to shop – see The Junction’s Wine Walk page for special shopping opportunities, including Menashe and Sons Jewelers (4532 California SW; WSB sponsor) launching their 45th anniversary sale.

FRIDAY NIGHT SKATE: 5:45 pm at Alki Community Center, one of the last ones of the season! Details in our calendar listing. (5817 SW Stevens)

ALKI DAZE: Community celebration organized by Alki’s Guy Olson starts with a meet-and-greet at Alki Bike and Board at 7 pm, followed by an 8 pm bonfire at the beach. (2606 California SW)

SHREK, THE MUSICAL: Lafayette Elementary‘s second performance is at 7 pm at the West Seattle High School Theater. (3000 California SW)

THE MAMA-LOGUES: You’ll laugh until you cry. Or vice versa. Mirth about motherhood. 7 pm at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

‘BOBCAT BOB’: 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), the ever-popular Bob “Bobcat Bob” Rice performs. (5612 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRAS: Two concerts in one night! Among the special features announced by WSCO:

*Karlyle Varney, graduating from Chief Sealth IHS, will be a special guest conductor with the West Seattle Symphony, leading the group in Offenbach’s “Can-Can” from Orpheus in the Underworld.

*Emma Bruce, also graduating from Chief Sealth, has been chosen as this year’s concerto winner.=She will be performing the first movement of Bruch’s violin concerto.

*Two Wind Symphony performers are also graduating: Iris Siegmund, clarinet, and David Tabakian, who plays baritone sax. David is graduating from Roosevelt HS and Iris from West Seattle HS. …

*Last but certainly not least, James Pham, the Symphony’s conductor, is heading to a teaching opportunity in Germany in the fall and will not be able to continue conducting in WSCO. …

In addition to all the celebrating, a great variety of music will be presented throughout the evening, from WSCO member compositions to Orchestra classics. The Percussion Ensemble and the Wind Symphony kick off the evening at 6:30, with the Symphony’s portion beginning at 7:30, both in the Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. No charge, though donations are appreciated!

(2600 SW Thistle)

SWEET, SWEET MUSIC: Ukuleles and more, at Fauntleroy Church, 7:30 pm. (9140 California SW)

ALL THAT, AND STILL THERE’S MORE … just check our complete-calendar page!

(Fauntleroy ferry under morning clouds, photographed by Chris Frankovich)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar for the rest of your Thursday:

LOW-LOW TIDE: Got time for a walk on the beach this afternoon? Today, the tide’s out to -2.9 feet at 1 pm.

BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP: Meets third Thursdays in West Seattle! 1 pm at Senior Center of West Seattle. (4217 SW Oregon)

SOUND TRANSIT ELECTED LEADERSHIP GROUP: The elected officials involved in screening potential routes for West Seattle (and Ballard) light rail are meeting this afternoon for the second time since the planning process ramped up. Public’s welcome, 2-4 pm at Sound Transit’s board room. The agenda and presentation are here. (401 S. Jackson)

TRIANGLE TASK FORCE: The citizens’ advisory committee that’s been reviewing matters related to the Washington State Ferries “Triangle” (Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth) route meets again at 4:30 pm, Fauntleroy Church. (9140 California SW)

WHAT SHOULD BE IN WSF’S LONG-RANGE PLAN? Right after the task force meets, it’s a public drop-in session for you to tell WSF what you believe should be in the next version of its long-range plan. 6-8 pm at Fauntleroy Church. (9140 California SW)

MOVE VS. REMODEL WORKSHOP: Trying to decide between the two? Free 6:30 pm workshop tonight at Graystone Mortgage in Jefferson Square can help. Details in our calendar listing. (4726 42nd SW)

DESIGN REVIEW FOR 1250 ALKI SW: 6:30 pm at Senior Center of West Seattle, the Southwest Design Review Board looks at what’s now a 40-condominium plan for this site, replacing five houses, one of which already has been moved. The meeting includes a public-comment period. See the “design packet” here. (4217 SW Oregon)

SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS: Cheer on the West Seattle High School softball team at a must-win district-playoffs game via Juanita at Southwest Athletic Complex, 7 pm. (2801 SW Thistle)

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: 7 pm at Alki UCC – agenda info for tonight has been added to our calendar listing. (6115 SW Hinds)

2 ROUNDS OF TRIVIA: 7 and 8 pm at Great American Diner and Bar. (4752 California SW)

LOOK FURTHER INTO THE FUTURE … via our complete-calendar page. And if you have something for the calendar (the earlier sent, the better) – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Bald eagle at low tide on Tuesday, photographed by Lynn Hall)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar for the rest of your Wednesday:

LOW-LOW TIDE: Get out on the beach at noontime! The tide is out to -2.5 feet at 12:16 pm.

TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION: As previewed here, you’re invited to a 5:30 pm panel discussion about TOD and affordable housing at Southwest Youth and Family Services, presented by Welcoming West Seattle. (4555 Delridge Way SW)

WORDSWEST LITERARY SERIES: This month, WordsWest presents “Home Unsettled Home” with Rachel Kessler and Matthew Zapruder, 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), with Mud Bay presenting the Favorite Poem. Free. (5612 California SW)

DENNY INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL PTSA: 7 pm at the school. Agenda items include a discussion of summer resources. (2701 SW Kenyon)

MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL PTSA: 7 pm at the school – agenda items include an update from the principal and a discussion of last month’s “shelter in place” incident as well as the election of new officers. (3429 45th SW)

DELRIDGE NEIGHBORHOODS DISTRICT COUNCIL: 7 pm at Highland Park Improvement Club, with the agenda including a discussion of the changes at the city Department of Neighborhoods. All welcome. (1116 SW Holden)

34TH DISTRICT REPUBLICANS: 7 pm meeting at the West Seattle VFW. (3601 SW Alaska)

TRIANGULAR JAZZTET: Jazz at Whisky West (WSB sponsor), starting at 7 pm. No cover. 21+. Details here! (6451 California SW)

OPEN MICROPHONES: Signups start at 7 at Great American Diner and Bar (4752 California SW), signups start at 7:30 at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW).

WONDERING WHAT ELSE IS GOING ON? See our complete calendar here.

(Tacoma-baesd SS Cape Island, passing West Seattle on Monday, photographed by Jamie Kinney)

Highlights for the rest of your Tuesday, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

MOTHER’S DAY LUNCH: Two days after the special day in honor of Mom, you are invited to the Senior Center of West Seattle at 11:30 am for a special lunch in honor of moms. Call to see if there’s still room. (4217 SW Oregon)

LOW-LOW TIDE: 11:35 am, the tide is out to -1.8 feet, as the low-low tides of spring/summer begin, Even lower the next three days – here’s the tide chart!

MURAL ANNOUNCEMENT: This afternoon, you’re invited to a public announcement of “a major step forward to jump-start the restoration of the Murals of West Seattle.” It’s happening at 2 pm in front of the mural that’s leading off the project, hosted by the West Seattle Junction Association and Dan Austin of Peel and Press. (West side of the southwest corner of California/Fauntleroy)

PRESCHOOL PREVIEW: Got a preschooler or preschooler-to-be? West Seattle Montessori School and Academy (WSB sponsor) invites you to tonight’s open house, 6-7:30 pm. Kids welcome too. (11215 15th SW)

(Monday sunset, photographed by Jim Borrow)

HIGH POINT READS ‘HOMEGOING’: 6:30 pm evening book group at High Point Library features a discussion of the 2018 Seattle Reads book, “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi. (3411 SW Raymond)

ADMIRAL NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION: As previewed here, the 6:30 pm bimonthly meeting of the Admiral Neighborhood Association at The Sanctuary at Admiral will feature a Community Police Team officer, an update on the West Seattle Neighborhood Greenway extension to Admiral, and the latest on Sub Pop‘s August 11th Alki anniversary extravaganza. All welcome. (42nd/Lander)

CHIEF SEALTH IHS BOOK-IT REPERTORY THEATER: You are invited to come watch and applaud Chief Sealth International High School students’ Book-It performances, adapting poetry into theater. 7 pm at the school auditorium. Free admission. (2600 SW Thistle)

WEST SEATTLE CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL: Transportation is on the West Seattle Crime Prevention Council agenda tonight as Jim Curtin of SDOT is the scheduled guest, along with the usual updates from – and Q&A with – SPD reps. 7 pm at Southwest Precinct. (2300 SW Webster)

TRIVIA X 2: At Ounces (3809 Delridge Way SW), “Friends” trivia at 7 pm; then at Whisky West (6451 California SW; WSB sponsor), Geeks Who Drink trivia at 7:30 pm.

SEE WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING … by visiting our complete-calendar page.

(Crow in Lincoln Park with nesting material, photographed by Trileigh Tucker)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, seven highlights for the rest of your Monday:

LEARN ABOUT BUGS: 11 am, a new lecture series at the Senior Center of West Seattle, featuring West Seattle entomologist Jen Paur of Tiny Science. Call ASAP to register. (4217 SW Oregon)

SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS: District tournament game for West Seattle High School, vs. Bellevue HS, 4 pm at Southwest Athletic Complex. (2801 SW Thistle)

DROP-IN PT NIGHT: Aches? Pains? Injuries? Drop-in consultation with Biojunction at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor), 5:30-7 pm. Free. (2743 California SW)

CITY CHAMPIONSHIP TRACK MEET: Ages 7-10 compete starting at 5:30 pm at Southwest Athletic Complex. (2801 SW Thistle)

‘SEATTLE READS’ BOOK GROUP: 6:45 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library – if you’re reading this year’s “Seattle Reads” book, “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi, be there! (2306 42nd SW)

EVENING BOOK GROUP: Meantime, at Southwest Library, also at 6:45 pm, the evening book group meets to talk about “Nine Parts of Desire” by Geraldine Brooks. (9010 35th SW)

MONDAY NIGHT MEDITATION: Buddhist Meditation class at Sound Yoga (WSB sponsor), 7 pm. Details in our calendar listing. (5639 California SW)

Whether or not you’re spending part of this day with your mom, here are highlights of what’s up:

(Lion dance at the Peony and Bamboo Festival on Saturday, photographed by David Hutchinson)

SEATTLE CHINESE GARDEN PEONY AND BAMBOO FESTIVAL: 10 am-4 pm, it’s the second and final day of the festival at the Seattle Chinese Garden on the north end of the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus. (6000 16th SW)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Produce, products, flowers, plants, beverages, ready-to-eat food … lots available at the WSFM, 10 am-2 pm, in the street in The Junction. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Noon-4 pm Thursdays-Sundays, you are invited to visit the home of West Seattle’s history. (61st SW/SW Stevens)

‘BROKEN BONE BATHTUB’: Two West Seattle performances today – 2 and 4 pm – for this “strange, comforting, and magical” show. Make a reservation and they’ll tell you where to go. Our calendar listing explains.

MARC SMASON: Live music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 3-5 pm. (5612 California SW)

PREVIEW THE WEEK AHEAD … via our complete calendar!

Happy Saturday!

(Mike at Sale #246, a benefit sale that started Friday but was blocked off by emergency traffic – visit today at 5637 42nd SW – free cookies and coffee!)

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE DAY: We’ve mapped, we’ve listed, we’ve previewed, we’ve promoted. Now it’s up to you to sell, shop, mingle with your neighbors! The 14th annual West Seattle Community Garage Sale Day brings 320+ sales all over the peninsula, as mapped here – official sale hours are 9 am to 3 pm, though as you’ll see if you review the listings, some are starting early, some ending late. And send photos! (westseattleblog@gmail.com, text 206-293-6302, or Instagram/Twitter at @westseattleblog)

STAMP OUT HUNGER: It’s the USPS letter carriers’ 26th annual door-to-door food drive today, so please put a bag of food out by your mailbox/mailslot before you head out to shop, sell, etc.

SEATTLE SEAFAIR COMMODORES BOWL-A-THON: Even if you’re not bowling, stop by to cheer them on! 9 am-noon at West Seattle Bowl. (39th/Oregon)

SEATTLE CHINESE GARDEN PEONY & BAMBOO FESTIVAL: 10 am-4 pm,first day of the annual celebration. Details in our calendar listing. (6000 16th SW)

SOUTH DELRIDGE COMMUNITY CLEANUP: Just one hour can make a big difference! Join the South Delridge Community Group for their monthly cleanup, 10 am-11 am. (17th/Henderson)

EARTHQUAKE RETROFIT WORKSHOP: 11:30 am-1:30 pm, free workshop at Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

5 BERRIES FOR YOUR HOME GARDEN: 1-3 pm at Community Orchard of West Seattle with the Seattle Farm School – details in our calendar listing. (6000 16th SW)

MGMT AT EASY STREET RECORDS: From 1 pm-3 pm, MGMT “will be signing their vinyl, CDs, and T-shirts, taking photos with fans, and spinning their favorite music upstairs in our vinyl loft!” says Easy Street. (California/Alaska)

INSTRUMENTS OF CHANGE: A few tickets might be left for tonight’s big dinner raising money for the West Seattle Food Bank. 6 pm at the Seattle Design Center. (5701 6th Ave S.)

GARY DAVIS: Singer/songwriter performs tonight at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

WHAT ELSE? Go here to see!

(Steller’s Jay, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Looking ahead to the rest of your Friday – from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

KIDS’ CAFE AFTERSCHOOL MEALS: The kids-hunger-fighting program continues at High Point Library. 2:45-3:30 pm, anyone under 18 can eat for free. (3411 SW Raymond)

SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS: West Seattle vs. Garfield in the Metro League tournament game for third place, 5 pm at Southwest Athletic Complex. (2801 SW Thistle)

WINE AND CHEESE: Special 5-8 pm rosé tasting at Sound and Fog in The Junction. (4735 40th SW)

HSA SELECT TRYOUTS CONTINUE: 5:50 pm at Walt Hundley Playfield, two more sessions of soccer tryouts – see the full schedule here. (6920 34th SW)

ART LOUNGE: Bring your project(s) to Highland Park Improvement Club starting at 7 pm for the monthly Art Lounge – 21+. (1116 SW Holden)

WHATEVERLY BROTHERS: “Rich harmonies with instrumental frosting,” at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. (5612 California SW)

MINISYMPHONY: Featured at 7:30 pm tonight at Kenyon Hall, The MiniSymphony – “a string quartet, a piano, and an accordion.” Ticket info and more details here. (7904 35th SW)

PREVIEW THE WEEKEND … with a look at our full calendar.

Topping the list for what’s ahead today/tonight – the May edition of the West Seattle Art Walk. Here’s this quarter’s map/venue list:

Starting at 5 – some venues may vary – and continuing until “late,” you’ll find not only art and artists, you’ll also find some restaurants, bars, and tasting rooms with special deals to support the Art Walk and everybody out participating.

From tonight’s official Art Walk-wide preview, WSB sponsors featuring artists this month: Click! Design That Fits (4540 California SW) featuring Elyssa Cichy and Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW) featuring Jessie Summa Russo (and no tasting fees for Art Walk-ers)

Also for your Thursday:

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Open 11-3 today on the north end of the campus if you’re looking for plants! (6000 16th SW)

SPD AT WEST SEATTLE CHAMBER: This month’s West Seattle Chamber of Commerce lunch features Seattle Police Southwest Precinct commander Capt. Pierre Davis. 11:30 am-1 pm – if you’re not already RSVP’d, check with the Chamber to see if there’s still room. (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)

NEW BUSINESS OPEN HOUSE: Renew West Seattle invites you to an open house and art show, 6-8 pm. (5410 California SW)

SECOND THURSDAY OUT! 50+ LGBTQ group meets at the Senior Center of West Seattle for social hour, dinner, and “share a story.” 6 pm, no RSVP necessary – just be there! (4217 SW Oregon)

AERONAUTICAL TECHNOLOGY OPEN HOUSE: If you’re interested in this South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) program, tonight’s the night to drop in and learn more about it. 6-7 pm – details here. (6000 16th SW)

LOCAL STUDENTS @ PARK BOARD: 6:30 pm, the Seattle Board of Park Commissioners meets at Seattle Parks HQ downtown, with two presentations by local students on the agenda – Annie Means from West Seattle High School talks about recycling, followed by the water-related research of Explorer West Middle School (WSB sponsor) students. (100 Dexter Ave. N.)

OPEN MICROPHONE: C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor) hosts an open mic tonight, 7-9 pm, for all ages and all genres. (5612 California SW)

AND THERE’S MORE! See it all on our complete calendar.