(State ferry and cruise ship Celebrity Edge – Bob Burns photo from Friday)

Welcome to the weekend! Here are our highlighted happenings for today/tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

RUN WITH WEST SEATTLE RUNNER: Meet up at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) by 8 am for today’s free group run.

FAMILY WANDERERS WALKING EVENT: Not a group walk, but a walking club has organized it – start between 9 and 11 am from their table at Riverview Playfield (7300 12th SW).

FREE MEDITATION: For a calming start to your Saturday, check out Heavily Meditated, 9 am free meditation at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).

INTRODUCTORY WALK and WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 9:30 am, walk a mile before the 10 am well-being walk (or just show up for that one). Both start from 47th SW and Fontanelle.

DELRIDGE FARMERS’ MARKET: New season, new location! 10 am-2 pm, shop for produce, prepared food and beverages, artisan body care, more. (9th/Henderson)

GARDENING WITH LESS WATER AND LESS WORK: “Designing your own water-smart permaculture paradise with Jessi Bloom” class at West Seattle Nursery (5275 California SW; WSB sponsor), 10 am.

WALKING TOUR OF SCHMITZ PRESERVE PARK: 10 am; meet at 5463 SW Stevens for guided tour with Schmitz Park Restore.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: The home of West Seattle’s history is open, with expanded Saturday hours 10 am-4 pm (61st SW and SW Stevens) last chance to visit before a month-long closure.

SSC GARDEN CENTER: 10 am-3 pm, open today! New plants in! North end of campus at South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor)

MASTER GARDENERS AT DELRIDGE HOME DEPOT: Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm – take them your toughest garden questions and get free expert answers! (Delridge/Orchard)

SINGALONG BRUNCH: 10 am weekends at Admiral Pub, sing to classics – table reservation includes a brunch buffet! (2306 California SW)

GATEWOOD GATOR FAIR: Lots of all-ages fun at Gatewood Elementary (4320 SW Myrtle), with entertainment, food, a fire truck expected at 11 am, a science fair, and an Urban Survival Skills Fair with local prepaedness advocates – all happening 10:30 am-2:30 pm. All welcome!

MORNING MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 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.

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am today – free, weekly, in-person, critique-free group – details including location are in our calendar listing.

MAKERS ART MARKET AT ALKI: 11 am-5 pm, next to the bathhouse, more than 30 local makers are selling their creations. (2701 Alki SW)

SPRAYPARK SEASON: Second week of the season begins at the Highland Park Spraypark (1100 SW Cloverdale), 11 am-8 pm.

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at Paper Boat Booksellers, 11 am family reading time. (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor)

COLMAN POOL’S FOURTH WEEKEND: Noon-7 pm, fourth preseason weekend begins at the outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: Community visitors welcome noon-3 pm at the West Seattle Vietnamese Cultural Center (2236 SW Orchard).

MORBIDLY CURIOUS BOOK CLUB: 1 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW), discussing “Expert Witness” this month.

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

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM, WINE BAR, STORE: Open 1-6 pm on north end of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus:

The Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room and Wine Bar offers student-produced wines, tasting flights, and casual food pairings while supporting hands-on winemaking and hospitality education. Each tasting and purchase directly contributes to student production, education, and training opportunities.

‘A KID’S LIFE’ SCHOOL MUSICAL: 2 pm performance of The Bridge School Cooperative Elementary (WSB sponsor) production of “A Kid’s Life” at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW). Details in our calendar listing.

THE BEER JUNCTION’S MONTHLY BIKE RIDE: 2 pm departure from the lot behind The Beer Junction (4511 California SW), 21+, must have helmet to ride.

FREE MASSAGE: 3-5 pm walk-in at Nepenthe (9447 35th SW) for “short, specific sessions.”

‘YOUR VOICE, OUR FUTURE’: The 34th District Democrats‘ annual fundraiser, this year at the White Center HUB (8th SW/SW 108th), 5:30 pm cocktail hour, 6:30-8:30 pm event.

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 6-8 pm, Phil and Friends play at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

‘FEMININE RAGE’: A night of women-led live music plus axe-throwing, community support, flash tattooing, clothing donations, 6 pm-midnight at Axe Throwers Seattle (10849 1st Avenue S., Top Hat).

LISTENING PARTY AT EASY STREET: 7 pm, hear Modest Mouse‘s new music, at Easy Street Records, free, all ages (4559 California SW).

DRAG AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm, “Hey Baby” drag show focusing on new performers, hosted by Kimme Kash. All ages, $15/door. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

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

SATURDAY NIGHT SKATING: 9 pm to midnight, skate at Southgate Roller Rink (9676 17th SW), with rotating DJs spinning old-school funk & hip-hop, $18 plus $5 skate rental.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: Close out your Saturday night with Rone at 10 pm at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)

If you’re planning a West Seattle event, and it’s open to the community, tell us about it; calendar listings are free of charge, always! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Great Blue Heron faceoff, photo sent by Jerry Simmons)

Here’s what’s happening today/tonight – mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you can preview events days/weeks ahead 24/7):

ROXHILL ELEMENTARY MOVE-A-THON: Students are doing laps today to raise money for outdoor education, and there’s still time to support them by pledging – our story from earlier this week explains.

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER Spring is garden time! See what’s new at the center, open today, 10 am-3 pm at north end of South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus (6000 16th SW).

STAY ‘N’ PLAY … This season’s last weekly indoor playtime for preschool-age kids, 10-11:30 am at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd). After this week, it’s on hiatus until fall.

SPRAYPARK SEASON CONTINUES: Rain or shine, daily-splashing season continues at Highland Park Spraypark (1100 SW Cloverdale), 11 am-8 pm.

NO STORY TIME TODAY … canceled @ Delridge Library again this week.

WESTSIDE SCHOOL ONLINE INFO SESSION: Sign up to talk with Westside School (WSB sponsor) leadership online at noon!

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: Second-to-last chance to visit the home of West Seattle’s history before its month-long closure, noon-4 pm. (61st SW and SW Stevens)

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE: For adult English-language learners, 12:30 pm-2 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

‘KICKOFF TO PRIDE’ PARTY: At the Louisa Boren STEM PreK-8 playground (5950 Delridge Way SW), 5-7:30 pm – details in our calendar listing.

TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR: Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm Fridays. Stop in to sip, or buy a bottle.

‘A KID’S LIFE’ MUSICAL: You’re invited to applaud The Bridge School Cooperative Elementary (WSB sponsor) students at their 6 pm performance at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW), ticket info here.

COFFEEHOUSE COMEDY: At C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), the radio-style comedy troupe Midnight Mystery Theater performs 6-8 pm.

strong>LIVE MUSIC AT MR. B’S: Trashasaurus Rex, 7-9 pm at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW), no cover, all ages.

‘THE HAUNTING OF KENYON HALL’: “Nosferatu, An A/V Experience” at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), 7 pm doors, 7:30 pm show.

‘MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM’ AT WSHS: Last chance to see the Westside Drama student production of Shakespeare‘s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” 7:30 pm, performed in the school courtyard – details here. (3000 California SW)

FESTIVAL OF FRIENDS AT THE SKYLARK: Big night of music – Festival of Friends Community Presents: Three Waves: ’81 – ’89 / SYNTH – JANGLE – GRUNGE at The Skylark. Doors at 7, music at 8. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SPINNING: Revelry Room is open tonight (4547 California SW), spinning with DJ Twilight, 9 pm.

‘MAKE IT LOUD’ SKATING WITH MUSIC: Tonight, skate to music with Law Boss & Test Frenzy, 9 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW). 21+. $20 cover/$5 skates.

If you have something to showcase on our event lists or ongoing calendar, please email what/when/where/etc. info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Thanks to Margaret for the photo from South Seattle College Arboretum Sensory Garden)

Here are our highlights for today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – thanks to everyone who sends events for us to share!):

FREE PLAYSPACE: Church of the Nazarene‘s free drop-in space is open until noon. (42nd SW and SW Juneau)

THURSDAY KAYAK CLUB: 10 am with Alki Kayak Tours at Seacrest (1660 Harbor SW) – details here if you want to set a reminder to join up next week!

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Whether you’re planting or planning – the center is open Thursdays-Saturdays 10 am-3 pm – north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

TODDLER STORY TIME: 10:30 am at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW).

SPRAYPARK SEASON CONTINUES: Daily-splashing season at the Highland Park Spraypark (1100 SW Cloverdale), 11 am-8 pm.

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: From newbie to pro, all levels welcome at this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com to see where they’re playing today. (Even if you just want to know so you can go listen!) Often C & P Coffee, we’re told (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor)

SOUND TRANSIT BOARD: What’s next for the West Seattle light rail plan, and the rest of ST3? Today’s board meeting – scheduled for 1:30 to 5 pm, downtown and online – is the next step. Our preview has links with info including how to comment.

DROP-IN CHESS: For young players, 4 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: First of two Thursday night events at HPCS this week – every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s Five Hooks Seafood.

WINE TASTING WITH CLARK: Another regular Thursday event at HPCS, 5-7:30 pm – info here.

COMMUNITY MEETING WITH POLICE: This time, the Southwest Precinct Advisory Council meets at Delridge Community Center (4501 Delridge Way SW), 5-6:30 pm. Bring concerns and questions. Agenda info is in our calendar listing.

HELP HARVEST FOOD: Puget Ridge Edible Park (18th/Brandon) needs volunteers to help harvest fresh food that will be donated to food banks (and you can take some home too). Just be there 5-7 pm!

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 5-8 pm for your tool-borrowing needs. (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)

VISCON CELLARS: This West Seattle winery’s friendly tasting room/wine bar is open Thursdays, 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor), for wine by the glass or bottle!

GRIEF IS CRAFTY: 6 pm monthly craft circle for those grieving – our calendar listing has info and registration link. (5446 California SW)

POKEMON LEAGUE: 6 pm Thursdays at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) – bring your own console.

WESTIES RUN CLUB: 6 pm, starting from Good Society (California SW and SW Lander), you’re welcome to join the Westies Run Club‘s Thursday night community run!

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Or – you can walk! Meet at 6 pm at 47th/Fontanelle for tonight’s group walk – details in our calendar listing.

DUSTY THURSDAYS AT TIM’S: 6-9 pm, The Dusty 45s preceded by The Mrs. Bill Larsens, outdoors, all ages, no cover, donations accepted for the musicians. (16th SW and SW 98th, White Center)

BALLOONS & BOOZE: Monthly beginners’ class in balloon-art-making, hosted by Sizzle the Clown, 7 pm at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

LISTENING PARTY AT EASY STREET: Hear new music by Boards of Canada, 7 pm, free, all ages. (4559 California SW)

TRIVIA AT ADMIRAL PUB: 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

‘MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM’ AT WSHS: The Westside Drama student production of Shakespeare‘s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” continues at 7:30 pm, performed in the school courtyard – details here. (3000 California SW)

TRIVIA AT THE VOID: 7:30 pm, with prizes, at The Void (5048 California SW).

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm show with The Shvkes, Pink Moss, Boydream, $10 cover, at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW)

AT REVELRY ROOM: Tonight’s musical event at Revelry Room (4547 California SW) features BYO Vinyl night starting at 8 pm. 21+.

Planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Great Blue Heron photographed in Fauntleroy by Tom Trulin)

Lots happening on our Wednesday list, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar – which you can preview any time – here’s what’s happening today/tonight:

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 10 am Wednesday walks start from 47th/Fontanelle – if you didn’t see this in the calendar in time to join, consider this your reminder for next week!

TODDLER READING TIME: 10:30 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor).

SPRAYPARK SEASON CONTINUES: Daily-splashing season at the Highland Park Spraypark (1100 SW Cloverdale), 11 am-8 pm.

DEVICE DROPOFF DAY: Noon-4 pm, bring your unwanted device(s) – go here to see what will and won’t be accepted – to the Southwest Library (9010 35th SW).

PLAY AMERICAN MAH JONGG: 2-4 pm, join players at Missing Piece (4707 California SW).

DINE OUT FOR ENDOLYNE CHILDREN’S CHOIR: The choir will benefit from part of the proceeds 3-9 pm at The Neighborhood (6503 California SW), which hosts a dine-out fundraiser on the last Wednesday of every month.

DROP-IN HOMEWORK HELP: 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

ROCK BAND GAMING AT MR. B’S MEAD CENTER: 5-10 pm, weekly gaming event in South Delridge! (9444 Delridge Way SW)

FIX-IT WORKSHOP: The free (donations appreciated), 5:30-7:30 pm workshop is back at West Seattle Tool Library (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center), and the library is open for borrowing.

SOUTH PARK CONVERSATION WITH SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT: Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Ben Shuldiner will be at the South Park Community Center (8319 8th Ave. S.) tonight at 6 pm (new time) for a conversation with the South Park commmunity.

OPEN STUDIO AT POTTERINGS: 6-8 pm, bring your project or get inspired at the studio! More info here. (3400 Harbor SW, east side of building)

WEST SEATTLE URBANISM: Discuss Seattle’s growth, present and future, at the weekly 6 pm meetup at Great American Diner/Bar (4752 California SW).

WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUN: Join the weekly 6:15 pm group run with West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) tonight – all welcome, all paces!

HPAC MEETS ONLINE: 6:30 pm monthly meeting of the community coalition for Highland Park, Riverview, and South Delridge – this time online – link and other details here.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOCOL: 6:30 pm. 21+. Rotating performer lineup. (7902 35th SW)

BAND BUSKING: The band Better As Brass is prepping for Honk Fest West by busking near Seacrest tonight at 7 pm. (1660 Harbor SW)

MAD CRAFTY: Bring your project to Revelry Room (4547 California SW), 7-9 pm.

MUSIC BINGO: Weekly music bingo at at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm.

TRIVIA x 5: Five West Seattle trivia venues – Seaside Grill (2820 Alki SW) now has 7 pm trivia on Wednesdays … Admiral Pub trivia at 7:10 pm (2306 California SW) … Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) has Wednesday trivia at 7:30 pm … Quiz Night at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW) … And trivia starts at 8:30 pm at Talarico’s (4718 California SW).

‘MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM’ AT WSHS: The Westside Drama student production of Shakespeare‘s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” opens at 7:30 pm, performed in the school courtyard, as previewed here. (3000 California SW)

SKYLARK OPEN MIC: West Seattle’s longest-running open-mic night! 7:30 pm signups for the weekly event at The Skylark. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SWING IT! Swing dancing and live music at 8:15 pm at South Park Hall (1253 S. Cloverdale).

KARAOKE AT ADMIRAL PUB: Sing at the pub starting at 9. (2306 California SW)

Planning something that’s open to community participation/observation? Please send us info so we can add it to West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar! westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Rosalie Miller‘s photo of a fine-striped sweat bee on a calendula in her garden reminds us the sun will be back, probably starting later today. So, shine or rain, here’s our list of event notes/reminders/listings for today/tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

FREE PLAYSPACE AT CHURCH OF NAZARENE … open now through noon, drop in with your little one(s). (42nd SW and SW Juneau)

KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN: 10 am-11:30 am drop-in program for ages 0-5 and their caregivers at The Bridge School Cooperative Elementary (10300 28th SW; WSB sponsor).

POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: New postcard-writers as well as returnees are welcome at this weekly advocacy gathering, 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor). Sign up here before you go, if this is your first time.

WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ONLINE MEETINGS: You have two chances today, noon and 6 pm, to hear updates and ask questions of WSF senior management during the afternoon and evening editions of the periodic WSF online systemwide community meetings. Registration links for both are in our calendar listing.

ROTARY CLUB OF WEST SEATTLE: Noon Tuesdays, lunch meetings at West Seattle Golf Course; today’s guest speaker: Todd Jones from the South Seattle College Automotive Technology Program. (4470 35th SW)

CHESS CLUB: All levels welcome! 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.

OTHER EVENTS AT THE CENTER: Dozens every week! Go here for the full Center for Active Living calendar.

NO CITY COUNCIL MEETING TODAY: Regular weekly 2 pm meeting is canceled.

TALK WITH DEPARTMENT OF NEIGHBORHOODS REPS … without going downtown! 2-5 pm “office hours” at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

CAMP SECOND CHANCE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Monthly online meeting, 4 pm, for updates and community Q&A about West Seattle’s only tiny-house village. Our calendar listing explains how to get the link.

DROP-IN HOMEWORK HELP: Free assistance for students, 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-8 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $15 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 have your own.

OPEN MIC AT TIM’S: 7 pm at all-ages open mic hosted by Levi Said at Tim’s (16th SW and SW 98th) in White Center.

TUESDAY NIGHT SUPPER CLUB: Alki Kayak Tours and Mountain to Sound Outfitters (WSB sponsor) have launched this weekly event for stand-up paddleboarders – details here – 5:30 pm. (1660 Harbor SW)

INTERFAITH FREEDOM VIGIL: Weekly, 5:30-6:30 pm at Alki Statue of Liberty Plaza candlelight vigil open to all. (61st SW and Alki SW)

PRENATAL YOGA SERIES: First of five weekly classes, 6 pm at Sacred Growing Space (7358 35th SW), details in our calendar listing.

TRACK RUN WITH WEST SEATTLE RUNNER: Meet up by 6:15 pm at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for WSR’s free weekly track run.

OPEN CHOIR REHEARSALS: 6:30 pm Tuesdays at Tibbetts United Methodist Church (3940 41st SW), come sing with the Boeing Employees Choir, even if you aren’t a Boeing employee – email to RSVP.

PAST, PRESENT, & ELSEWHERE: Album-listening sessions at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), every Tuesday night, 7-9 pm.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: Weekly lessons continue tonight, 7 pm at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

WOMEN’S MEDITATION CIRCLE: Weekly small-group meditation at Mama Be Well Healing Studio (4034-A California SW), 7 pm. Our calendar listing has info on registering before you go.

BINGO: Play free Tuesday night Belle of the Balls Bingo at The Skylark, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIVIA X 4: Four places to play trivia tonight – The Beer Junction (4711 California SW), Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 pm and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free, 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, free, prizes. (2306 California SW).

If you are organizing an event, class, performance, gathering, etc., tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook shore, photo by Bob Burns)

Mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar, here are highlights of what’s happening (and not) as the holiday weekend continues:

SUNDAY FUNDAY RUNDAY ON HOLIDAY: No Westies Run Club run today.

AMERICAN MAH JONGG: In The Junction, weekly Sunday morning games are happening at The Missing Piece (4707 California SW), 9:30 am.

BACH AND PANCAKES AT KENYON HALL: 10 am at Kenyon Hall – amazing music AND pancakes! (7904 35th SW; online tickets sold out but check at door)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Open every Sunday year-round on California SW between Oregon and Alaska, 10 am-2 pm, now in full spring produce-and-products season – asparagus, lettuce, greens, microgreens, peppers, mushrooms, cabbage, beans, garlic, apples, more – and many options for baked goods, cheeses, meats, fish, poultry, fresh- and pre-prepared foods, nuts, condiments, pasta …

MASTER GARDENERS AT THE MARKET: If you have a gardening question, you can get an answer from a Master Gardener! Their weekly clinics at the West Seattle Farmers’ Market continue today, 10 am-2 pm. (Look for their booth toward the south end of the market.)

ARTS AT THE PARK – TSIMSHIAN STORIES: 10 am-2 pm at Myrtle Reservoir Park (35th/Myrtle):

Experience oral history and living traditions right in your neighborhood! On Sunday, May 24, Myrtle Reservoir Park will host Tsimshian Stories: Arts in the Park. This free, all-ages event brings traditional Tsimshian stories and art to life under the open sky. Come take part in a hands-on community project and learn about traditional Northwest Coast weaving! Supported by Seattle’s Arts in Parks program, it’s a wonderful opportunity to gather with neighbors, learn from Indigenous culture-bearers, and celebrate community.

WEEKEND SINGALONG BRUNCH: 10 am at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW), sing to hits of the ’80s, ’90s, ’00s and enjoy a buffet breakfast – if this morning is sold out, look at dates ahead.

FREE NIA CLASS: Begins at 10:15 am; first class free if you pre-register. At Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary. (3618 SW Alaska)

SPRAYPARK SEASON CONTINUES: Second day of the season for the Highland Park Spraypark (1100 SW Cloverdale), 11 am-8 pm.

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Need a tool but don’t need/want to, or can’t, buy it? You’ll probably be able to find it at, and borrow it from, the Tool Library, open 11 am-4 pm on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

WEST SEATTLE RESIST: Regular weekly West Seattle Resist Sunday sign-holding event, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. South of Farmers’ Market. (California SW and SW Alaska)

COLMAN POOL’S THIRD WEEKEND: Noon-7 pm, third preseason weekend continues at the outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park – see the session schedule here. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

WELCOME ROAD WINERY: You’re welcome to hang out this afternoon at this West Seattle tasting room (with a patio!) open 2-5 pm, kids and dogs welcome. (3804 California SW; WSB sponsor)

MUSIC MATINEE AT TIM’S: Fight and Flight, All the Rain at 2 pm at Tim’s in White Center (98th & 16th).

WEST SEATTLE CLASSIC NOVELS/MOVIES BOOK CLUB: 2:30 pm monthly gathering at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), this month discussing Kerouac’s “On the Road.”

TRIVIA AT MR. B’S: 5-8 pm trivia with Morgue Anne at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

SOCCER: The top-ranked West Seattle Rhodies FC plays Salmon Bay FC, 6 pm at Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle).

BLACK TEA AT REVELRY ROOM: 7 pm-midnight late-night tea service with host Jack Sanders, info and RSVP here. (4547 California SW)

UNDERGROUND TRIVIA AT CORNER POCKET: Trivia starts at 7:30 pm – free to play, and you can win prizes! (4302 SW Alaska)

LIVE JAZZ AT THE ALLEY: 8-10 pm jazz, with the Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW).

Organizing, or helping with, an event that we could add to the WSB community calendar – whether one-time or recurring? Please email the basic details – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Seen at Lincoln Park. Photo by Ben Delp/BenFramed Photography)

As the three-day holiday weekend begins, here are our highlighted happenings, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

RUN WITH WEST SEATTLE RUNNER: Meet up at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) by 8 am for today’s free group run.

FAUNTLEROY PLANT GIVEAWAY: As explained in our preview, some large plants maintained by the Fauntleroy Community Association need homes, so show up at 9 am in Endolyne and be able to dig and transport one if you’re interested.

FREE MEDITATION: For a calming start to your Saturday, check out Heavily Meditated, 9 am free meditation at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).

INTRODUCTORY WALK and WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 9:30 am, walk a mile before the 10 am well-being walk (or just show up for that one). Both start from 47th SW and Fontanelle.

DELRIDGE FARMERS’ MARKET: New season, new location! 10 am-2 pm, shop for produce, prepared food and beverages, artisan body care, more. (9th/Henderson)

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: The home of West Seattle’s history is open, with expanded Saturday hours 10 am-4 pm (61st SW and SW Stevens).

SSC GARDEN CENTER: 10 am-3 pm, open today! New plants in! North end of campus at South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor)

MASTER GARDENERS AT DELRIDGE HOME DEPOT: Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm – take them your toughest garden questions and get free expert answers! (Delridge/Orchard)

SINGALONG BRUNCH: 10 am weekends at Admiral Pub, sing to classics – table reservation includes a brunch buffet! (2306 California SW)

MORNING MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 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.

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am today – free, weekly, in-person, critique-free group – details including location are in our calendar listing.

HIGH-SCHOOL BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Note that at 10 am in the central Washington town of Othello, Chief Sealth IHS plays the hometown team in the opening round of the state tournament.

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

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at Paper Boat Booksellers, 11 am family reading time. (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor)

COLMAN POOL’S THIRD WEEKEND: Noon-7 pm, third preseason weekend begins at the outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: Community visitors welcome noon-3 pm at the West Seattle Vietnamese Cultural Center (2236 SW Orchard).

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

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM, WINE BAR, STORE: Open 1-6 pm on north end of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

FREE MASSAGE: 3-5 pm walk-in at Nepenthe (9447 35th SW) for “short, specific sessions.”

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 6-8 pm, the Theo McGaughey Jazz Trio plays at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

THE PURRS AT EASY STREET: 7 pm, live, at Easy Street Records, free, all ages (4559 California SW).

AMERICAN FLATS AT KENYON HALL: 7:30 pm, American Flats ft. Single Bodies at Kenyon Hall. (7904 35th SW)

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm, Fruit Juice, Bird Bones, Special Birthday Party Show – $10 at the door. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

BENEFIT AT TIM’S: Saint Nameless // The Belly Cats // Mario Di Sandro at Tim’s in White Center, 8 pm, all ages, proceeds benefit Tim’s. (16th SW & SW 98th)

REVELRY ROOM SPINNING: 9 pm, DJ Tomas spins. (4547 California SW)

SATURDAY NIGHT SKATING: 9 pm to midnight, skate at Southgate Roller Rink (9676 17th SW), with rotating DJs spinning old-school funk & hip-hop, $18 plus $5 skate rental.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: End your Saturday night with Rone at 10 pm at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)

If you’re planning a West Seattle event, and it’s open to the community, tell us about it; calendar listings are free of charge, always! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Bob Burns)

Here’s what’s happening today/tonight – mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you can preview events days/weeks ahead 24/7):

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE MEMORIAL DAY 5K/10K: As previewed here, 10 am run/walk on campus this morning.

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER Spring is garden time! See what’s new at the center, open today, 10 am-3 pm at north end of South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus (6000 16th SW).

STAY ‘N’ PLAY … weekly indoor playtime for preschool-age kids, 10-11:30 am at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd). FYI, May 29 is the last one until fall.

FISHER SCONE TRUCK: Thanks to Margaret for the tip – it’s back at Metropolitan Market (41st/42nd/Admiral) 11:30 am-5 pm today with those famous state-fair scones.

NO STORY TIME TODAY … canceled @ Delridge Library again this week.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history, noon-4 pm. (61st SW and SW Stevens)

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE: For adult English-language learners, 12:30 pm-2 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

WORLD GOTH DAY AT EASY STREET RECORDS: 3-5 pm, World Goth Day is observed at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), with an “Unhappy Hour” featuring DJ Al spinning.

TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR: Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm Fridays. Stop in to sip, or buy a bottle.

COFFEEHOUSE MUSIC: At C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), the Greg Glatzer Jazz Quartet performs 6-8 pm.

DENNY DRAMA MUSICAL: Doors open at 6:30 pm at the Chief Sealth IHS Auditorium for the free presentation of Denny Drama‘s “School of Rock: The Musical.” Free admission.

MUSIC AT KENYON HALL: “Summer Night Sonata” at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW) with Abrahamson & Phelps, 7 pm doors, 7:30 pm performance.

LIVE MUSIC AT MR. B’S: The She-Shandies, 7-9 pm at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW), no cover, all ages.

PUN SLAM AT THE SKYLARK: It’s the periodic Pun Slam
at The Skylark. Doors at 7, puns at 8. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SPINNING: Revelry Room is open tonight (4547 California SW), spinning tonight with DJ Buttnaked, 9 pm.

‘MAKE IT LOUD’ SKATING WITH MUSIC: Tonight, skate to music with Yellfire, So Pitted, 9 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW). 21+. $20 cover/$5 skates.

If you have something to showcase on our event lists or ongoing calendar, please email what/when/where/etc. info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Low tide even brought out bunnies at Lincoln Park. Photo by Erin Jackson)

Here are the rest of our highlights for today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – thanks to everyone who sends events for us to share!):

(Added plant-sale photo courtesy Hope School)

HOPE SCHOOL GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE: As previewed last night, come buy plants until 4 pm today at the Hope School North Campus (4100 SW Genesee).

FREE PLAYSPACE: Church of the Nazarene‘s free drop-in space is open until noon. (42nd SW and SW Juneau)

THURSDAY KAYAK CLUB: 10 am with Alki Kayak Tours at Seacrest (1660 Harbor SW) – details here if you want to set a reminder to join up next week!

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Whether you’re planting or planning – the center is open Thursdays-Saturdays 10 am-3 pm – north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: 10:30 am at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW).

TODDLER STORY TIME: 10:30 am at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW).

OUTSMART THE SCAMMERS: Free 10:30 am presentation at The Kenney (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW).

UNDERSTANDING POTS: Online health information for patients and families, with Dr. Megan Taylor, ND, FABNG, from Neighborhood Naturopathic (WSB sponsor), 12:30 pm live lunch-and-learn – here’s how to get the link.

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: From newbie to pro, all levels welcome at this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com to see where they’re playing today. (Even if you just want to know so you can go listen!) Often C & P Coffee, we’re told (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor)

LOW-LOW TIDE: Not mega-low but still a good day for sights on the beach, -2.0 feet at 3:11 pm.

DROP-IN CHESS: For young players, 4 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: First of two Thursday night events at HPCS this week – every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s Soul Fusion.

WINE TASTING WITH CLARK: Another regular Thursday event at HPCS, 5-7:30 pm, with a special guest tonight – info here.

HELP HARVEST FOOD: Puget Ridge Edible Park (18th/Brandon) needs volunteers to help harvest fresh food that will be donated to food banks (and you can take some home too). Just be there 5-7 pm!

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 5-8 pm for your tool-borrowing needs. (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)

VISCON CELLARS: This West Seattle winery’s friendly tasting room/wine bar is open Thursdays, 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor), for wine by the glass or bottle!

RAT CITY ART WALK: South Delridge and White Center venues are participating in the monthly extravaganza, most starting at 5 pm. See the list and map here.

BOOK SWAP WITH WINE: The theme is “New Beginnings: at tonight’s Paper Boat Booksellers (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor) monthly book swap, 5:30-7 pm – free to swap, optional $10 wine pours with West Seattle’s own Darby Winery in the house.

SOUTH PARK TINY-HOUSE VILLAGE MEETING: LIHI is holding a community meeting at South Park Community Center (8319 8th Ave. S.) at 5:30 pm tonight to present information and answer questions about the planned 90-tiny-house village in SP to be called Cloverleaf Village.

POKEMON LEAGUE: 6 pm Thursdays at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) – bring your own console.

WESTIES RUN CLUB: 6 pm, starting from Good Society (California SW and SW Lander), you’re welcome to join the Westies Run Club‘s Thursday night community run!

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Or – you can walk! Meet at 6 pm at 47th/Fontanelle for tonight’s group walk – details in our calendar listing.

DUSTY THURSDAYS AT TIM’S: 6-9 pm, The Dusty 45s preceded by The Evanstones, outdoors, all ages, no cover, donations accepted for the musicians. (16th SW and SW 98th, White Center)

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: Three longtime leaders will be honored during tonight’s 7 pm ACC meeting at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds) – all welcome.

TRIVIA AT ADMIRAL PUB: 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

CONSCIOUS CONNECTIONS: The world doesn’t have to be quite so lonely. See for yourself at 7:15 pm at Revitalize Spa (8142 15th Avenue SW).

WHITE CENTER CELEBRATION: Toward the end of the Art Walk, King County will gather people at 16th/98th to celebrate new lighting and traffic improvements, all welcome.

TRIVIA AT THE VOID: One of the newest West Seattle trivia nights! 7:30 pm, with prizes, at The Void (5048 California SW).

AT REVELRY ROOM: Tonight’s musical event at Revelry Room (4547 California SW) features DJ B Max starting at 8 pm. 21+.

Are you planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor from this week’s mega-low tides)

Here’s our Wednesday list, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar – which you can preview any time – here’s what’s happening today/tonight:

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 10 am Wednesday walks start from 47th/Fontanelle – consider this your reminder for next week!

TODDLER READING TIME: 10:30 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor).

WESTSIDE SCHOOL ONLINE INFO SESSION: Want to know more about Westside School (WSB sponsor)? Connect at 11:15 am – here’s how.

MEET BUNNIES AT THE CENTER: 1-3 pm, Special Bunny brings rescue rabbits to the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon), all welcome to meet them.

PLAY AMERICAN MAH JONGG: 2-4 pm, join players at Missing Piece (4707 California SW).

LOW-LOW TIDE: 2:17 pm, out to -3.1 feet.

FREE MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” 2:30 pm at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW).

ART WITH REC’N THE STREETS: 3-4:30 pm, free art activities at Delridge Library (5423 Delridge Way SW).

DROP-IN HOMEWORK HELP: 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

ROCK BAND GAMING AT MR. B’S MEAD CENTER: 5-10 pm, weekly gaming event in South Delridge! (9444 Delridge Way SW)

FIX-IT WORKSHOP: The free (donations appreciated), 5:30-7:30 pm workshop is back at West Seattle Tool Library (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center), and the library is open for borrowing.

CHIEF SEALTH IHS PTSA: Find out what’s up at the school! 6 pm, High Point Community Center (6920 34th SW) or online, details in our calendar listing.

WEST SEATTLE URBANISM: Discuss our city’s growth, present and future, at the weekly 6 pm meetup at Great American Diner/Bar (4752 California SW).

WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUN: Join the weekly 6:15 pm group run with West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) tonight – all welcome, all paces!

HUM-IN PROTEST: Tried [rotesting via sound vibration? Gather 6:30-7 pm Wednesdays at Junction Plaza Park (42nd SW and SW Alaska).

LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOCOL: 6:30 pm. 21+. Rotating performer lineup. (7902 35th SW)

MAD CRAFTY: Bring your project to Revelry Room (4547 California SW), 7-9 pm.

LISTENING PARTY AT EASY STREET: Hear Kurt Vile‘s new music early, free, all ages. 7 pm. (4559 California SW)

MUSIC BINGO: Weekly music bingo at at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm.

PIANO NIGHT AT OTTER ON THE ROCKS: All requests! 7 pm. (2820 SW Admiral Way)

TRIVIA x 4: Four West Seattle trivia venues – Seaside Grill (2820 Alki SW) now has 7 pm trivia on Wednesdays … Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) has Wednesday trivia at 7:30 pm … Quiz Night at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW) … And trivia starts at 8:30 pm at Talarico’s (4718 California SW).

SKYLARK OPEN MIC: West Seattle’s longest-running open-mic night! 7:30 pm signups for the weekly event at The Skylark. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SWING IT! Swing dancing and live music at 8:15 pm at South Park Hall (1253 S. Cloverdale).

KARAOKE AT ADMIRAL PUB: Sing at the pub starting at 9. (2306 California SW)

Planning something that’s open to community participation/observation? Please send us info so we can add it to West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar! westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by James Osprey – juvenile Bald Eagle facing off with River Otter)

Here are event notes/reminders/listings for today/tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

FREE PLAYSPACE AT CHURCH OF NAZARENE … open today, now through noon, drop in with your little one(s). (42nd SW and SW Juneau)

KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN: 10 am-11:30 am drop-in program for ages 0-5 and their caregivers at The Bridge School Cooperative Elementary (10300 28th SW; WSB sponsor).

POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: New postcard-writers as well as returnees are welcome at this weekly advocacy gathering, 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor). Sign up here before you go, if this is your first time.

ROTARY CLUB OF WEST SEATTLE: Noon Tuesdays, lunch meetings at West Seattle Golf Course, today’s guest speaker: Gerry Garrison from Global Help Network. (4470 35th SW)

MEGA-LOW TIDE: Out to -3.8 feet at 1:25 pm. Tread lightly!

CHESS CLUB: All levels welcome to play! 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.

OTHER EVENTS AT THE CENTER: Dozens every week! Go here for the full Center for Active Living calendar.

CITY COUNCIL: At City Hall, at 2 pm, the council holds its main weekly meeting. Today’s agenda explains how to comment and/or watch.

SW LANDER DROP-IN WITH SDOT: Want to find out and offer your ideas for future plans regarding the stretch of SW Lander south of Lafayette Elementary? Visit the SDOT drop-in info session 2:30-5:30 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander).

MADISON MS DINE-OUT FUNDRAISER: Dine at Mioposto (2139 California SW; WSB sponsor) 4-9 pm and part of the proceeds will support Madison Middle School music.

DROP-IN HOMEWORK HELP: Free assistance for students, 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-8 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $15 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 have your own.

SINGING RESISTANCE: Join their gathering at 7 pm at Dragonfly (3278 California SW, upstairs).

WEST SEATTLE PFLAG MEETING: 7 pm – info here.

FREE ARTS WORKSHOP: 7 pm at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW).

OPEN MIC AT TIM’S: 7 pm at all-ages open mic hosted by Levi Said at Tim’s (16th SW and SW 98th) in White Center.

TUESDAY NIGHT SUPPER CLUB: Alki Kayak Tours and Mountain to Sound Outfitters (WSB sponsor) have launched this Tuesday night event for stand-up paddleboarders – details here – 5:30 pm. (1660 Harbor SW)

INTERFAITH FREEDOM VIGIL: Weekly, 5:30-6:30 pm at Alki Statue of Liberty Plaza candlelight vigil open to all. (61st SW and Alki SW)

TRACK RUN WITH WEST SEATTLE RUNNER: Meet up by 6:15 pm at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for WSR’s free weekly track run.

OPEN CHOIR REHEARSALS: 6:30 pm Tuesdays at Tibbetts United Methodist Church (3940 41st SW), come sing with the Boeing Employees Choir, even if you aren’t a Boeing employee – email to RSVP.

ADMIRAL NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION VOLUNTEER EVENT: 7 pm at the West Seattle Realty (2715 California SW; WSB sponsor), prospective volunteers for summer-event season are invited to come learn about the ways you might help.

PAST, PRESENT, & ELSEWHERE: Album-listening sessions at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), every Tuesday night, 7-9 pm.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: Weekly lessons continue tonight, 7 pm at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

WOMEN’S MEDITATION CIRCLE: Weekly small-group meditation at Mama Be Well Healing Studio (4034-A California SW), 7 pm. Our calendar listing has info on registering before you go.

BINGO: Play free Tuesday night Belle of the Balls Bingo at The Skylark, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIVIA X 4: Four places to play trivia tonight – The Beer Junction (4711 California SW), Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 pm and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free, hosted by Beat the Geek Trivia; 7 pm at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle (6459 California SW), hosted by Geeks Who Drink; 7 pm at Admiral Pub, free, prizes. (2306 California SW).

If you are organizing an event, class, performance, gathering, etc., tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Lars Lindblad, who explains: ‘My daughter aboard the Water Taxi heading home at sunset after a Mariners game. That boat ride never gets old!’)

Here’s your Monday list of highlights, mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar:

BABY STORY TIME: Noon at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW). For up-to-18-month-olds. Free.

MEGA-LOW TIDE: 12:36 pm, out to -4.1 feet. Seattle Aquarium beach naturalists will be at Lincoln Park beach 11 am-2 pm.

CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING MEETING: 2 pm; no public comment but the agenda explains how to watch.

FREE HOMEWORK HELP: Drop-in assistance 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond)

‘LISTENING TO GRIEF’ SUPPORT GROUPS: 6:30 pm, weekly group gatherings for people experiencing grief – you can participate once, weekly, or occasionally. Fee. Before you go, RSVP/register here. (4034 California SW)

D&D: Long-running weekly D&D at 6:30 pm at Meeples Games (3727 California SW). All welcome, first-time players too! $5.

MONDAY NIGHT TRIVIA X 3: Three venues offer you the opportunity for trivia tonight! Music Quiz at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), 6:30 and 7:30 pm … 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander) and 7:30 pm with QuizFix at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW).

HONORING STUDENTS: Alki Masonic Lodge invites you to tonight’s annual award ceremony for outstanding students from West Seattle’s public high schools, 7 pm. (40th/Edmunds)

COMEDY AT OTTER ON THE ROCKS: Monthly chance to laugh, tonight featuring Scott Losse, 7 pm. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

POOL TOURNAMENT: Pool players! Enter The Corner Pocket‘s weekly tournament starting at 7 pm. $10 buy-in. (4302 SW Alaska)

CRAFTING: It’s Crafting Night at Tim’s (16th/98th, White Center), 7 pm, this time with art, games, and music too.

ALKI MEDITATION: Monday night meditation at Alki UCC, doors open at 6:45, meditation at 7. (6115 SW Hinds)

MEDITATION IN FAUNTLEROY: Free weekly Zen sitting/meditation in the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.

JAZZ AT THE ALLEY: Monday night jazz with The Westside Jazz Trio, 8 pm at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW), 21+, no cover.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: End your Monday with a song (or two) – karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW).

Big thanks to everybody who sends info for our calendar; if you have something to add or cancel (or update), please send the info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Three closure alerts start our Sunday list:

TWO BRIDGES CLOSED: The northbound 1st Avenue South Bridge and the West Seattle low bridge are both scheduled to continue their weekend-long closures today. Bicycle riders and pedestrians are supposed to be able to use the low bridge but reports from Saturday indicate they may face waits for the gates to be opened.

ALKI/HARBOR AVENUES: Closing approximatelly 8-11 am for the West Seattle 5K.

And that’s what leads our event list, with other happenings mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar:

WEST SEATTLE 5K: 9:30 am, round trip from 61st SW and Alki Avenue SW. Fundraising run/walk organized by and benefiting the West Seattle High School PTSA. Last-minute registration is available on site.

Also happening today/tonight:

SUNDAY FUNDAY RUNDAY: If you’re not running the WS5K, the Westies Run Club is meeting at Highland Park CornerStore (7789 Highland Park Way SW) at 9 am today for this week’s Sunday Funday run.

AMERICAN MAH JONGG: In The Junction, weekly Sunday morning games are happening at The Missing Piece (4707 California SW), 9:30 am.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Open every Sunday year-round on California SW between Oregon and Alaska, 10 am-2 pm, now in full spring produce-and-products season – asparagus, greens, microgreens, peppers, mushrooms, cabbage, beans, garlic, apples, more – and many options for baked goods, cheeses, meats, fish, poultry, fresh- and pre-prepared foods, nuts, condiments, pasta …

MASTER GARDENERS AT THE MARKET: If you have a gardening question, you can get an answer from a Master Gardener! Their weekly clinics at the West Seattle Farmers’ Market continue today, 10 am-2 pm. (Look for their booth toward the south end of the market.)

KNIFE-SHARPENING POP-UP: Bring your knife to Kneighborhood Knives‘ pop-up at Hotwire Coffee (4410 California SW), 10 am-5 pm.

WEEKEND SINGALONG BRUNCH: 10 am at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW), sing to hits of the ’80s, ’90s, ’00s and enjoy a buffet breakfast – if this morning is sold out, look at dates ahead.

FREE NIA CLASS: Begins at 10:15 am; first class free if you pre-register. At Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary. (3618 SW Alaska)

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Need a tool but don’t need/want to, or can’t, buy it? You’ll probably be able to find it at, and borrow it from, the Tool Library, open 11 am-4 pm on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

DONATION DRIVE AT ALKI UCC: 11 am-3 pm outside the church, drop off donations of nonperishable food. (6115 SW Hinds)

WEST SEATTLE RESIST: Regular weekly West Seattle Resist Sunday sign-holding event, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. South of Farmers’ Market. (California SW and SW Alaska)

(Saturday low-low tide photo by Kevin Freitas)

MEGA-LOW TIDE: Out to -3.8 feet at 11:50 am – if you plan to explore the shore, tread lightly!

COLMAN POOL’S SECOND WEEKEND: Noon-7 pm, second preseason weekend concludes at the outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park – see the session schedule here. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

RIVIAN POP-UP AT OUNCES: Noon-4 pm; “event includes a Rivian Owner Meetup, Alki Cruise, Rivian Swag Giveaways and free Educational Drives.” More info here. (3809 Delridge Way SW)

VOCAL TONING CIRCLE: See and hear what your voice can do! Noon at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).

SNAIL MAIL SUNDAY AT MR. B’S: 1 pm postcard-writing advocacy at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

SOCCER: West Seattle Rhodies FC plays this season’s second match today at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle) – vs. Snohomish United at 2 pm (ticket info here).

SUNDAY SCIENCE PARTY: 2 pm-3:30 pm all-ages science party at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW) – “hang out with real scientists!”

WELCOME ROAD WINERY: You’re invited to hang out this afternoon at this West Seattle tasting room (with a patio!) open 2-5 pm, kids and dogs welcome. (3804 California SW; WSB sponsor)

MUSIC MATINEE AT TIM’S: Royal Blunder, Braly Sangster, Abserdia at 2 pm at Tim’s in White Center (98th & 16th).

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: Singer-songwriter Jim Page at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), 3-5 pm, all ages, no cover.

WEST SEATTLE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB: New group meets at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), meet up at 3 pm.

MUSIC NORTHWEST BACH KEYBOARD FESTIVAL: 3-4:30 pm at First Lutheran Church of West Seattle (4105 California SW) – our calendar listing has details on this classical-music concert.

WEST SEATTLE INDIVISIBLE: Monthly community meeting at 3:30 pm, St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church (3050 California SW) – see the agenda preview here.

‘RENT PARTY’ AT KENYON HALL: 5 pm, ‘Rent Party’ fundraiser at Kenyon Hall for Denny-Sealth Performing Arts, featuring a slate of “jazz-fueled” student performances. (7904 35th SW).

SUNDAY FUNDAY SIP ‘N’ PAINT: 6 pm with Mrs. B at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

BLACK TEA AT REVELRY ROOM: 7 pm-midnight late-night tea service with host Jack Sanders, info and RSVP here. (4547 California SW)

UNDERGROUND TRIVIA AT CORNER POCKET: Trivia starts at 7:30 pm – free to play, and you can win prizes! (4302 SW Alaska)

LIVE JAZZ AT THE ALLEY: 8-10 pm jazz, with the Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW).

Organizing, or helping with, an event that we could add to the WSB community calendar – whether one-time or recurring? Please email the basic details – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Bob Burns – choppy Puget Sound off Cormorant Cove Park on Friday)

We start your Saturday list with two closure alerts:

BRIDGE CLOSURES THIS WEEKEND: The northbound 1st Avenue South Bridge is closed to all surface users, so that repair work can continue, and it’s expected to reopen early Monday; the West Seattle low bridge is expected to close to drivers starting at 7 am today and will also stay closed all weekend – though the foot/bike path remains open.

Now, here are our event-calendar highlights, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

FREE CLASSES FOR MOMS: Starting at 7:30 am, it’s FIT4MOM‘s annual Celebration of Moms with free classes on Alki.

RUN WITH WEST SEATTLE RUNNER: Meet up at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) by 8 am for today’s free group run.

FREE MEDITATION: For a calming start to your Saturday, check out Heavily Meditated, 9 am free meditation at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).

INTRODUCTORY WALK and WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 9:30 am, walk a mile before the 10 am well-being walk (or just show up for that one). Both start from 47th SW and Fontanelle.

DELRIDGE TRIANGLE DROP-IN: 9:30-11:30 am at 18th/Delridge, SDOT plans a drop-in info session to discuss the newest idea for the area.

WEST DUWAMISH GREENBELT HIKE: 9:30 am, guided hike through West Seattle’s forest – meet this time at the South Seattle College Arboretum entrance (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor).

DELRIDGE FARMERS’ MARKET: New season, new location! 10 am-2 pm, with an opening ceremony today featuring Mayor Katie Wilson and City Councilmember Rob Saka. Here’s a preview of today’s vendor lineup. (9th/Henderson)

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: The home of West Seattle’s history is open, with expanded Saturday hours 10 am-4 pm (61st SW and SW Stevens).

SSC GARDEN CENTER: 10 am-3 pm, open today! New plants in! North end of campus at South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor)

PLOGGING: Clean up the neighborhood while you run! 10 am collab with Westies Run Club and A Cleaner Alki. Meet at Fresh Flours (9410 Delridge Way SW).

MASTER GARDENERS AT DELRIDGE HOME DEPOT: They’re back, 10 am-2 pm – take them your toughest garden questions and get free expert answers! (Delridge/Orchard)

SINGALONG BRUNCH: 10 am weekends at Admiral Pub, sing to classics – table reservation includes a brunch buffet! (2306 California SW)

OPEN HOUSE AT VILLAGE GREEN WEST SEATTLE SENIOR LIVING: 11 am-1 pm, come see “where community meets comfort” in senior living! (2615 SW Barton; WSB sponsor)

MORNING MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 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.

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am today – free, weekly, in-person, critique-free group – details including location are in our calendar listing.

FAMILY STORY TIME: 10:30 am at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), for families with kids up to 5 years old.

WEST SEATTLE BEE FESTIVAL<: 11 am-3 pm - "Get an up-close view of honeybees and native bees, chat with garden and composting experts from Tilth and Master Gardeners, do some family-friendly arts and crafts with DNDA, and more. From 1-2 pm, get your buzz on with the Bee’s Knees Line Dance Party. The Bee Garden is at 3108 SW Graham St. in High Point.

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at Paper Boat Booksellers, 11 am family reading time. (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor)

WHITE CENTER JOINER JAMBOREE: Get connected with people doing things! Dozens of White Center and West Seattle groups will be waiting to meet you. 11 am-3 pm at Evergreen High School (830 SW 116th).

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 11 am-4 pm for tool-borrowing!. Find the WSTL on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center (4408 Delridge Way SW).

COLMAN POOL’S SECOND WEEKEND: Noon-7 pm, second preseason weekend begins at the outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

WEST SEATTLE MATH COMPETITION: Put together by middle-schoolers, for middle-schoolers! Noon-5 pm at Admiral HUB (4320 SW Hill), not open to public until final round and award ceremony around 4 pm.

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: Community visitors welcome noon-3 pm at the West Seattle Vietnamese Cultural Center (2236 SW Orchard).

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

HIGH-SCHOOL BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: 1 pm, Chief Sealth IHS plays Cedarcrest at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center, which is also where, at 7 pm, West Seattle HS plays Eastside Catholic – in both games, winner advances to state tournament.

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM, WINE BAR, STORE: Open 1-6 pm on north end of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

VAN LIFE FEST: Castle Climbing Club is hosting a celebration of all things van; your ticket includes use of their climbing gym and sauna. 2-7 pm. (6327 West Marginal Way SW)

FREE MASSAGE: 3-5 pm walk-in at Nepenthe (9447 35th SW) for “short, specific sessions.”

PEACE, LOVE, AND BINGO: 6 pm at West Seattle Golf Course (4470 35th SW), it’s a rainbow-bingo fundraiser for the Rotary Club of West Seattle. Some tickets remained when we checked early this morning.

MUSIC AT MR. B’S: 7 pm, Royal Hair performs at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

‘THE YEAR TO SAVE THE EARTH’: 7 pm musical and multimedia experience at Our Lady of Guadalupe’s Walmesley Center (35th SW and SW Myrtle) – details in our calendar listing.

BLEACHERS LISTENING PARTY: Hear the new music early, 7 pm at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW).

JAMES LEE STANLEY AT KENYON HALL: 7:30 pm multi-talented musician and more at Kenyon Hall. (7904 35th SW)

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm, Tax the Witch, A Long Driveway, Decidua – $10 at the door. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

MUSIC AT TIM’S: The Sinister Six, Desert Shame, Spiders from Uranus at Tim’s in White Center, 8 pm, all ages. (16th SW & SW 98th)

REVELRY ROOM SPINNING: 9 pm, Hot ‘n’ Spicy Disco. (4547 California SW)

SATURDAY NIGHT SKATING: 9 pm to midnight, skate at Southgate Roller Rink (9676 17th SW), with rotating DJs spinning old-school funk & hip-hop, $18 plus $5 skate rental.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: End your Saturday night with Rone at 10 pm at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)

If you’re planning a West Seattle event, and it’s open to the community, tell us about it; calendar listings are free of charge, always! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Thursday sunset, photographed by Jen Popp)

Here’s what’s happening today/tonight – mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you can preview events days/weeks ahead 24/7):

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER Spring is garden time! See what’s new at the center, open today, 10 am-3 pm at north end of South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus (6000 16th SW). While you’re there – free wood chips in the nearby parking lot!

STAY ‘N’ PLAY … weekly indoor playtime for preschool-age kids, 10-11:30 am at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd). FYI, May 29 is the last one until fall.

NO STORY TIME TODAY … canceled @ Delridge Library again this week.

DELRIDGE NATIVE FOREST GARDEN WALKS: Noon, 12:45, 1:30 pm walks today – meet at Delridge/21st; RSVP required – find the link in our calendar listing.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history, noon-4 pm. (61st SW and SW Stevens)

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE: For adult English-language learners, 12:30 pm-2 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: (updated) Local games on the schedule today – softball playoffs, 3:30 pm, Chief Sealth IHS vs. Lindbergh at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle), with at least one more game to follow immediately afterward if the Seahawks win; also at NCSWAC, baseball, West Seattle HS vs. Seattle Prep, 7 pm.

TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR: Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm Fridays. Stop in to sip, or buy a bottle.

WEST SEATTLE JUNCTION WINE WALK: 5-9 pm, with more than 30wineries partnering with West Seattle Junction businesses – check here ASAP to get more info and to see if tickets remain.

COFFEEHOUSE MUSIC X 2: Two performances at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), harp and Irish flute students 4-5 pm; then 6-8 pm, Brother John and the Surrogates.

KENYON HALL OPEN MIC: Singer-songwriter open mic at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), 6 pm signups, 6:30 pm performances.

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRAS: Second of two spring concerts, 7 pm at Chief Sealth International HS Auditorium (2600 SW Thistle), free but donations always appreciated.

LIVE AT EASY STREET RECORDS: 7 pm, Billy & The Dreamboats perform at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), celebrating their vinyl release. Free, all ages.

‘JOIN OR DIE’: Film screening as prelude to tomorrow’s Joiner Jamboree in White Center, 7 pm at Evergreen High School (830 SW 116th).

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: Live music with Mike’s Emo Band, Less Than Three, Pink-182
. Doors at 7, music at 8. $10 cover. 21+. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SPINNING: Revelry Room is open tonight (4547 California SW), spinning tonight with DJ Reverend Dollars, 9 pm.

‘MAKE IT LOUD’ SKATING WITH MUSIC: Tonight, skate to music with Funkways (“roller funk”), 9 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW). 21+. $20 cover/$5 skates.

If you have something to showcase on our event lists or ongoing calendar, please email what/when/where/etc. info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Leading our list of what’s happening today/tonight: It’s the second Thursday of the month, so it’s West Seattle Art Walk night! Here’s the venue lineup:

To see who’s hosting artist receptions tonight, check out the preview here. Most are 5 pm to 8 pm, but take note that many venues keep their featured art up all month long, so if you can’t go out tonight, you can still see local art other days/nights!

Here are the rest of our highlights for today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – thanks to everyone who sends events for us to share!):

FREE PLAYSPACE: Church of the Nazarene‘s free drop-in space is open until noon. (42nd SW and SW Juneau)

THURSDAY KAYAK CLUB: 10 am with Alki Kayak Tours at Seacrest (1660 Harbor SW) – details here if you want to set a reminder to join up next week!

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Whether you’re planting or planning – the center is open Thursdays-Saturdays 10 am-3 pm – north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: 10:30 am at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW).

TODDLER STORY TIME: 10:30 am at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW).

SOUND TRANSIT BOARD EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: As previewed here, this committee has a special meeting to consider ST3’s future, including West Seattle light rail. Our preview includes the agenda link, which has viewing/attending/commenting info.

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: From newbie to pro, all levels welcome at this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com to see where they’re playing today. (Even if you just want to know so you can go listen!) Often C & P Coffee, we’re told (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor)

DROP-IN CHESS: For young players, 4 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: First of two Thursday night events at HPCS this week – every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s Momo’s Kebab.

WINE TASTING WITH CLARK: Another regular Thursday event at HPCS, 5-7:30 pm – info here.

HELP HARVEST FOOD: Puget Ridge Edible Park (18th/Brandon) needs volunteers to help harvest fresh food that will be donated to food banks (and you can take some home too). Just be there 5-7 pm!

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 5-8 pm for your tool-borrowing needs. (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)

VISCON CELLARS: This West Seattle winery’s friendly tasting room/wine bar is open Thursdays, 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor), for wine by the glass or bottle! It’s an Art Walk stop tonight, too.

BIRDS AND BEER: The Falconer is at Ounces (3809 Delridge Way SW) 5:30-7:30 pm – get an up-close look at amazing birds.

WORDS, WRITERS, SOUTHWEST STORIES: Dr. Charles Weller talks about slavery in this month’s online 6 pm presentation – our calendar listing explains how to get the link.

POKEMON LEAGUE: 6 pm Thursdays at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) – bring your own console.

WESTIES RUN CLUB: 6 pm, starting from Good Society (California SW and SW Lander), you’re welcome to join the Westies Run Club‘s Thursday night community run!

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Or – you can walk! Meet at 6 pm at 47th/Fontanelle for tonight’s group walk – details in our calendar listing.

DUSTY THURSDAYS AT TIM’S: 6-9 pm, The Dusty 45s preceded by Tropical Itch, outdoors, all ages, no cover, donations accepted for the musicians. (16th SW and SW 98th, White Center)

HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: From the Metro League schedule for today – postseason baseball game for Chief Sealth International High School plays for the district championship, 7 pm vs. Lindbergh at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center.

TRIVIA AT ADMIRAL PUB: 7:10 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

‘EARTH MOTHER’ SPRING CONCERT: 7:30 pm at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds), featuring the church’s choir “and friends.”

TRIVIA AT THE VOID: One of the newest West Seattle trivia nights! 7:30 pm, with prizes, at The Void (5048 California SW).

AT REVELRY ROOM: Tonight’s musical event at Revelry Room (4547 California SW) features Supreme La Rock starting at 8 pm. 21+.

Are you planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Pileated Woodpecker, photographed by Patricia Hahler in Fauntleroy)

Here’s our Wednesday list, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar – which you can preview any time – here’s what’s happening today/tonight:

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 10 am Wednesday walks start from 47th/Fontanelle.

TODDLER READING TIME: 10:30 am at Paper Boat Booksellers (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor).

FREE FIT4MOM MOM CLUB WALK: Meet 2 pm at the Lincoln Park South Parking Lot (Fauntleroy and Cloverdale):

FIT4MOM West Seattle’s Mom Walk Club is a free community walk that brings moms together to connect and move their bodies – one step at a time. Walking supports your physical and mental well-being, and meets you exactly where you are in your motherhood journey. Always stroller-friendly; our walks are open to pregnant moms and moms at every stage of motherhood…because one walk can turn into a friendship, a routine, and a whole village.

PLAY AMERICAN MAH JONGG: 2-4 pm, join players at Missing Piece (4707 California SW).

ART WITH REC’N THE STREETS: 3-4:30 pm, free art activities at Delridge Library (5423 Delridge Way SW).

DROP-IN HOMEWORK HELP: 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

ROCK BAND GAMING AT MR. B’S MEAD CENTER: 5-10 pm, weekly gaming event in South Delridge! (9444 Delridge Way SW)

FIX-IT WORKSHOP: The free (donations appreciated), 5:30-7:30 pm workshop is back at West Seattle Tool Library (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center), and the library is open for borrowing.

UNCORKED: Real-estate info and community networking, 5:30 pm at Wolfpack Cellars in White Center (9617 16th SW; WSB sponsor).

HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: One local game on the Metro League schedule today: One softball postseason game, Chief Sealth IHS at 6 pm at Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle), vs. Nathan Hale.

CRIBBAGE NIGHT: Play at the West Seattle Eagles‘ HQ (4426 California SW), starting at 6 pm.

MORGAN JUNCTION SKATE DOT MEETING: At The Kenney (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW), 6 pm meeting tonight to look at the current design for an all-wheels feature (“skate dot”) as part of the Morgan Junction Park Addition project.

POETRY AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 6-8 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), it’s the monthly PoetryBridge gathering.

OPEN STUDIO AT POTTERINGS: Midweek creativity! 6 pm, details in our calendar listing. (3400 Harbor Ave., east side of building)

34TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS: Monthly meeting, this time at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center (4408 Delridge Way SW), with a 6 pm pre-program on ranked-choice voting.

WEST SEATTLE URBANISM: Discuss our city’s growth, present and future, at the weekly 6 pm meetup at Great American Diner/Bar (4752 California SW).

KUNDALINI YOGA: Weekly at 6 pm at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska). $35.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUN: Join the weekly 6:15 pm group run with West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) tonight – all welcome, all paces!

HUM-IN PROTEST: Tried [rotesting via sound vibration? Gather 6:30-7 pm Wednesdays at Junction Plaza Park (42nd SW and SW Alaska).

LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOCOL: 6:30 pm. 21+. Rotating performer lineup. (7902 35th SW)

MAD CRAFTY: Bring your project to Revelry Room (4547 California SW), 7-9 pm.

MUSIC BINGO: Weekly music bingo at at The Good Society (California/Lander), 7 pm.

TRIVIA x 3: Three West Seattle trivia venues – Larry’s Tavern (3405 California SW) has Wednesday trivia at 7:30 pm … Quiz Night at 8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW) … And trivia starts at 8:30 pm at Talarico’s (4718 California SW).

SKYLARK OPEN MIC: West Seattle’s longest-running open-mic night! 7:30 pm signups for the weekly event at The Skylark. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SWING IT! Swing dancing and live music at 8:15 pm at South Park Hall (1253 S. Cloverdale).

KARAOKE AT ADMIRAL PUB: Sing at the pub starting at 9. (2306 California SW)

Planning something that’s open to community participation/observation? Please send us info so we can add it to West Seattle’s only comprehensive event calendar! westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Today’s sunrise, photographed by Stewart L.)

Here are event notes/reminders/listings for today/tonight, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

FAUNTLEROY FALL FESTIVAL DINE-OUT FUNDRAISER: Until 9 pm tonight, dine at Endolyne Joe’s (9261 45th SW) and part of the proceeds will help the Fauntleroy Fall Festival stay free! After 5 pm, you can also bid for a benefit gift basket – look for the festival team at the restaurant.

FREE PLAYSPACE AT CHURCH OF NAZARENE … open today, now through noon, drop in with your little one(s). (42nd SW and SW Juneau)

KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN: 10 am-11:30 am drop-in program for ages 0-5 and their caregivers at The Bridge School Cooperative Elementary (10300 28th SW; WSB sponsor).

POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: New postcard-writers as well as returnees are welcome at this weekly advocacy gathering, 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor). Sign up here before you go, if this is your first time.

ROTARY CLUB OF WEST SEATTLE: Noon Tuesdays, lunch meetings at West Seattle Golf Course, today’s guest speaker: longtime West Seattle High School principal Brian Vance. (4470 35th SW)

CHESS CLUB: All levels welcome to play! 1:30-3 pm, at the Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon). Questions? Email conwell@conwelld.net.

OTHER EVENTS AT THE CENTER: Dozens every week! Go here for the full Center for Active Living calendar.

CITY COUNCIL: At City Hall, at 2 pm, the council holds its main weekly meeting. Today’s agenda explains how to comment and/or watch.

DROP-IN HOMEWORK HELP: Free assistance for students, 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: No playoff games on the local schedule tonight.

DROP-IN WINE TASTING: 5-8 pm Tuesdays at Walter’s Wine Shop (4811 California SW) – $15 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 have your own.

MODE MUSIC STUDIOS OPEN MIC AT TIM’S: 5 pm signup, 6 pm music at all-ages open mic hosted by Mode Music Studios at Tim’s (16th SW and SW 98th) in White Center.

TUESDAY NIGHT SUPPER CLUB: Alki Kayak Tours and Mountain to Sound Outfitters (WSB sponsor) have launched this Tuesday night event for stand-up paddleboarders – details here – 5:30 pm. (1660 Harbor SW)

INTERFAITH FREEDOM VIGIL: Weekly, 5:30-6:30 pm at Alki Statue of Liberty Plaza candlelight vigil open to all. (61st SW and Alki SW)

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRAS: First of two concerts in their “Our Beautiful World” series, 6 pm at Chief Sealth IHS Auditorium (2600 SW Thistle), free (but donations always appreciated).

FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: 6 pm board meeting, community members welcome, Fauntleroy Schoolhouse (9131 California SW).

TRACK RUN WITH WEST SEATTLE RUNNER: Meet up by 6:15 pm at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) for WSR’s free weekly track run.

OPEN CHOIR REHEARSALS: 6:30 pm Tuesdays at Tibbetts United Methodist Church (3940 41st SW), come sing with the Boeing Employees Choir, even if you aren’t a Boeing employee – email to RSVP.

ADMIRAL NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION: 7 pm at the Admiral HUB (4320 SW Hill), last general gathering before summer-event season will include an update on the affordable-homeownership project planned for the HUB site. All welcome.

PAST, PRESENT, & ELSEWHERE: Album-listening sessions at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), every Tuesday night, 7-9 pm.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING: Weekly lessons continue, 7 pm at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW), details in our calendar listing.

WOMEN’S MEDITATION CIRCLE: Weekly small-group meditation at Mama Be Well Healing Studio (4034-A California SW), 7 pm. Our calendar listing has info on registering before you go.

BINGO: Play free Tuesday night Belle of the Balls Bingo at The Skylark, 7 pm. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIVIA X 4: Four places to play trivia tonight – The Beer Junction (4711 California SW), Sporcle Pub Quiz with David at 7 pm and 8 pm … 7 pm at Ounces (3803 Delridge Way SW), free, hosted by Beat the Geek Trivia; 7 pm at Zeeks Pizza West Seattle (6459 California SW), hosted by Geeks Who Drink; 7 pm at Admiral Pub, free, prizes. (2306 California SW).

If you are organizing an event, class, performance, gathering, etc., tell your West Seattle neighbors via our event calendar – just email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Photo by Rosalie Miller, who explains: ‘Ground nesting native Mining Bee, Genus Andrena, in a West Seattle garden’)

Here’s your Monday list of highlights, mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar:

BABY STORY TIME: Noon at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW). For up-to-18-month-olds. Free.

NO CITY COUNCIL BRIEFING MEETING: Canceled today.

FREE HOMEWORK HELP: Drop-in assistance 4-5:45 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond)

‘LISTENING TO GRIEF’ SUPPORT GROUPS: 4 pm and 6:30 pm, weekly group gatherings for people experiencing grief – you can participate once, weekly, or occasionally. Fee. Before you go, RSVP/register here. (4034 California SW)

CRAFTING: It’s Crafty Night at Tim’s (16th/98th, White Center), 6-9 pm.

D&D: Long-running weekly D&D at 6:30 pm at Meeples Games (3727 California SW). All welcome, first-time players too! $5.

HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: In baseball playoffs, West Seattle HS faces Lakeside at 7 pm at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle).

CHESS NIGHT: 7 pm at Mission Cantina (2325 California SW).

MONDAY NIGHT TRIVIA X 2: Two venues offer you the opportunity for trivia tonight! 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander) and 7:30 pm with QuizFix at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW).

POOL TOURNAMENT: Pool players! Enter The Corner Pocket‘s weekly tournament starting at 7 pm. $10 buy-in. (4302 SW Alaska)

ALKI MEDITATION: Monday night meditation at Alki UCC, doors open at 6:45, meditation at 7. (6115 SW Hinds)

MEDITATION IN FAUNTLEROY: Free weekly Zen sitting/meditation in the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.

JAZZ AT THE ALLEY: Monday night jazz with The Westside Jazz Trio, 8 pm at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW), 21+, no cover.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: End your Monday with a song (or two) – karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW).

Big thanks to everybody who sends info for our calendar; if you have something to add or cancel (or update), please send the info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(On Alki this morning; photo sent by Charlotte, who’s missing her mom and honoring others who are too)

Happy Sunday, and happy Mother’s Day if you are celebrating! Our list for the hours ahead, mostly from our WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, follows a traffic reminder:

NORTHBOUND 1ST AVENUE SOUTH BRIDGE STILL CLOSED: Repair work closure is supposed to continue until early Monday morning; we’ll update if it ends sooner (and please text us if you see it reopened before we do – 206-293-6302 – thank you!)

BONUS DAY FOR WSCGSD SALES: From the map/list for Saturday’s epic West Seattle Community Garage Sale Day, here are the sale numbers that planned to be open today too (though be aware that some might have sold out early or changed their mind): Sale #6, Sale #10, Sale #54, Sale #141, Sale #158, Sale #269, Sale #324, Sale #350, Sale #378, Sale #441, Sale #455, Sale #466, Sale #558, Sale #578, Sale #656

SUNDAY FUNDAY RUNDAY: The Westies Run Club is meeting at Realfine Coffee (35th/Kenyon location) at 9 am today for this week’s Sunday Funday run.

AMERICAN MAH JONGG: In The Junction, weekly Sunday morning games are happening at The Missing Piece (4707 California SW), 9:30 am.

(added) ADAPTIVE CYCLING DEMO: 10 am-2 pm:

Outdoors for All Foundation will be providing free adaptive bike rides for people with disabilities to ride on Alki. You can find them at the Don Armeni boat launch from 10 am to 2 pm. They will have recumbent trikes, handcycles, and tandems available for riders ages 7 and up. Eligible riders have a diagnosis or disability that prevents them from riding a 2-wheeled bike, or have balance and safety concerns related to aging or other conditions. They will be hosting 2 other events like this later in the summer.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Open every Sunday year-round on California SW between Oregon and Alaska, 10 am-2 pm, now in full spring produce-and-products season – asparagus, greens, microgreens, peppers, mushrooms, cabbage, beans, garlic, apples, more – and many options for baked goods, cheeses, meats, fish, poultry, fresh- and pre-prepared foods, nuts, condiments, pasta …

MASTER GARDENERS AT THE MARKET: Got a gardening question? Get an answer from a Master Gardener! Their weekly clinics at the West Seattle Farmers’ Market continue today, 10 am-2 pm. (Look for their booth toward the south end of the market.)

VASHON ISLAND ART STUDIO TOUR: Final day for the self-guided tour, all around the island, 10 am-5 pm (sponsoring WSB to be sure you know it’s happening).

WEEKEND SINGALONG BRUNCH: 10 am at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW), sing to hits of the ’80s, ’90s, ’00s and enjoy a buffet breakfast – if this morning is sold out, look at dates ahead.

FREE NIA CLASS: Begins at 10:15 am; first class free if you pre-register. At Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary. (3618 SW Alaska)

WALK AND TALK: Led by an English teacher, for English-language learners who want to practice, 11 am walk. Fee. Our calendar listing explains how to RSVP.

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Need a tool but don’t need/want to, or can’t, buy it? You’ll probably be able to find it at, and borrow it from, the Tool Library, open 11 am-4 pm on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

WEST SEATTLE RESIST: Regular weekly West Seattle Resist Sunday sign-holding event, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. South of Farmers’ Market. (California SW and SW Alaska)

WELCOME ROAD WINERY: You’re invited to hang out this afternoon at this West Seattle tasting room (with a patio!) open 2-5 pm, kids and dogs welcome. (3804 California SW; WSB sponsor)

MOTHER’S DAY CRAFTING AT OUNCES: 1-4 pm, as part of Seattle Beer Week festivities. (3809 Delridge Way SW)

SOCCER SEASON OPENS: West Seattle’s two pre-pro clubs play their home openers in a doubleheader today at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle) – Rhodies FC vs. Tacoma Galaxy at 2 pm (ticket info here), Junction FC vs. Tacoma Stars at 5:15 pm (ticket info here).

GAME CAFE AT MR. B’: “Everyone Plays” Game Café presented by White Center Solidarity, 2-4 pm at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

MUSIC MATINEE AT TIM’S: DeadGrass at 2 pm at Tim’s in White Center (98th & 16th).

STEEPLECHASE AT KENYON HALL: 4:30 pm, Irish music at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW).

TRIVIA AT MR. B’S: 5 pm with host Morgue Anne, trivia at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

(added) MAISY OWEN AT EASY STREET: 6 pm in-store concert at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), free, all ages.

BLACK TEA AT REVELRY ROOM: 7 pm-midnight late-night tea service with host Jack Sanders, info and RSVP here. (4547 California SW)

UNDERGROUND TRIVIA AT CORNER POCKET: Trivia starts at 7:30 pm – free to play, and you can win prizes! (4302 SW Alaska)

LIVE JAZZ AT THE ALLEY: 8-10 pm jazz, with the Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW).

Organizing, or helping with, an event that we could add to the WSB community calendar – whether one-time or recurring? Please email the basic details – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Starting off our Saturday highlights list, the day has arrived for thousands of people to enjoy person-to-person recycling and treasure-hunting:

(Preview pic from “epic vintage sale,” #163)

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE DAY: 9 am to 3 pm are the official hours for ~650 registered sales all over the peninsula and a bit beyond – here’s our clickable map showing them all (click the markers to show the infobubble with addresses and descriptions), and here’s the printable list (the former has been updated with late changes/cancellations but the latter has not, so check here before you head out). Have fun whatever you do, even if it’s something as simple as walking to your nearest sale and meeting a neighbor you didn’t know before. As noted in their listings, some sales are starting before 9 (please don’t be an earlybird otherwise), and some are continuing past 3. We’ll be covering WSCGSD with updates and photos here on WSB all day starting at 9.

Another big event today:

STAMP OUT HUNGER:we As previewed here, today is also the day for the nationwide letter carriers’ food drive, picking up bagged donations of nonperishable food at mailboxes, doors, wherever you get your mail – just set your bag out first thing in the morning.

And here’s what else is happening, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

RUN WITH WEST SEATTLE RUNNER: Meet up at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) by 8 am for today’s free group run.

BLACK LEGACY SUMMIT FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION: First-ever event, 9 am to 5 pm at Washington State Black Legacy Institute (2656 42nd SW).

FREE MEDITATION: For a calming start to your Saturday, check out Heavily Meditated, 9 am free meditation at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).

INTRODUCTORY WALK and WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 9:30 am, walk a mile before the 10 am well-being walk (or just show up for that one). Both start from 47th SW and Fontanelle.

HIGH-SCHOOL BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Chief Sealth International High School plays Cedarcrest at 10 am at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: The home of West Seattle’s history is open, with expanded Saturday hours 10 am-4 pm (61st SW and SW Stevens).

SSC GARDEN CENTER: 10 am-3 pm, open today! New plants in! North end of campus at South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor)

VASHON ISLAND ART-STUDIO TOUR: Again this weekend, 10 am-5 pm both days, you can tour art studios around Vashon. (WSB sponsor)

MASTER GARDENERS AT DELRIDGE HOME DEPOT: They’re back, 10 am-2 pm – take them your toughest garden questions and get free expert answers! (Delridge/Orchard)

SINGALONG BRUNCH: 10 am weekends at Admiral Pub, sing to classics – table reservation includes a brunch buffet! (2306 California SW)

MORNING MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 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.

RACQUET SPORTS STRATEGY MEETING: Seattle Parks‘ official south-end meeting about the proposed plan is at 10:30 am at Van Asselt Community Center (2850 S. Myrtle).

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am today – free, weekly, in-person, critique-free group – details including location are in our calendar listing.

TEA MEDITATION: Contemplate these two together, 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Delridge Library (5423 Delridge Way SW).

FAMILY STORY TIME: 10:30 am at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), for families with kids up to 5 years old.

ALKI HISTORY WALKING TOUR: Preregister here ASAP, then show up at the Log House Museum (61st SW and SW Stevens) for this morning’s 11 am walking tour to learn about Alki history.

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at Paper Boat Booksellers, 11 am family reading time. (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor)

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 11 am-4 pm for tool-borrowing!. Find the WSTL on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center (4408 Delridge Way SW).

OTHER’S DAY BRUNCH: 11 am-2 pm at The Locöl Kitchen and Bar (7902 35th SW), explained in our preview.

(added) COLMAN POOL OPENING DAY: Noon-7 pm, first preseason day for the outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: Community visitors welcome noon-3 pm at the West Seattle Vietnamese Cultural Center (2236 SW Orchard).

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

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM, WINE BAR, STORE: Open 1-6 pm on north end of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

WHITE CENTER SPRING FLING BLOCK PARTY: Not ready for a fun day to end when you’re done garage-saling? Head south for White Center’s Spring Fling block party, 2-8 pm – 16th SW will be closed between Roxbury and 100th. Here’s what you’ll find.

MUSIC AT MR. B’S: During the WC party, just a bit north, Alberta and The Dead Eyes play at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).

(Photo by Frédéric Aubé)

DIRTY CELLO AT KENYON HALL: Wild rock ‘n’ blues with Dirty Cello at Kenyon Hall, 7 pm. (7904 35th SW)

SOCIAL DISTORTION LISTENING PARTY: Hear the new music early, 7 pm at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW).

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm, Pine Circle, Blip., Waxling – $10 at the door. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

MUSIC AT TIM’S: Ska Island at Tim’s in White Center, 5:30 pm, all ages. (16th SW & SW 98th)

REVELRY ROOM SPINNING: 9 pm, Soul Focus FM. (4547 California SW)

SATURDAY NIGHT SKATING: 9 pm to midnight, skate at Southgate Roller Rink (9676 17th SW), with rotating DJs spinning old-school funk & hip-hop, $18 plus $5 skate rental.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: End your Saturday night with Rone at 10 pm at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)

If you’re planning a West Seattle event, and it’s open to the community, our calendar is open for you; listings are free of charge, always! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Added: WSB photo, white irises in a Gatewood planting strip)

Here’s what’s happening today/tonight – mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you can always preview events days/weeks ahead):

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE DAY EVE – SALES TODAY: Some of the sales on our map for tomorrow’s big event are starting today. We’ve listed those numbers here.

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER Spring is garden time! See what’s new at the center, open today, 10 am-3 pm at north end of South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus (6000 16th SW).

STAY ‘N’ PLAY … weekly indoor playtime for preschool-age kids, 10-11:30 am at Arbor Heights Community Church (4113 SW 102nd).

NO STORY TIME TODAY … canceled @ Delridge Library again this week.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: Visit the home of West Seattle’s history, noon-4 pm. (61st SW and SW Stevens)

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE: For adult English-language learners, 12:30 pm-2 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: One local game on the schedule today – 1:30 pm, WSHS vs. Seattle Prep at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle).

TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR: Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm Fridays. Stop in to sip, or buy a bottle.

SEATTLE BEER WEEK KICKOFF AT OUNCES: 5-9 pm “Kill the Keg” kickoff event (3809 Delridge Way SW).

LEGISLATIVE TOWN HALL: Hear from, and ask questions of, your 34th District state legislators tonight at 5:30 pm at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center (4408 Delridge Way SW).

COFFEEHOUSE MUSIC: Songwriters’ Showcase at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), 6-8 pm.

KENYON HALL CABARET: All-ages drag show at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), 6:30 pm.

MUNA LISTENING PARTY: 7 pm, hear and buy the new recording at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW) early. Free, all ages.

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: Live music with Fast Nasties, All The Rain, Roy & the Renegades
. Doors at 7, music at 8. $10 cover. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SPINNING: Revelry Room is open tonight (4547 California SW), spinning tonight with DJ Proh Mic, 9 pm.

‘MAKE IT LOUD’ SKATING WITH MUSIC: Tonight, skate to music with Halley Greg, Lindstrom & the Limit, 9 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW). 21+. $20 cover/$5 skates.

NEW CLOSING TIME: “Summer” hours for Alki and Don Armeni start their second week tonight, with a 10:30 pm closing time. Beach-fire season does not start until May 22.

If you have something to showcase on our event lists or ongoing calendar, please email what/when/where/etc. info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

(Sunrise photo by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)

Here are highlights for today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – thanks again to everyone who sends events for us to share!):

TWO DAYS TILL WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE DAY: Find the sale map (and a link to the printable list) here.

FREE PLAYSPACE: Church of the Nazarene‘s free drop-in space is open until noon. (42nd SW and SW Juneau)

THURSDAY KAYAK CLUB LAUNCHES: 10 am with Alki Kayak Tours at Seacrest (1660 Harbor SW) – details here if you want to set a reminder to join up next week!

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Whether you’re planting or planning – the center is open Thursdays-Saturdays 10 am-3 pm – north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: 10:30 am at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW).

TODDLER STORY TIME: 10:30 am at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW).

MEDICARE INFORMATION: 11 am at The Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon), get your questions answered.

ONLINE HEALTH INFO WITH LOCAL DOCTOR: “Simple Steps to Prevent and Reverse Prediabetes with Dr. Cheri Wood” at 12:30 pm – our calendar listing has info on how to get the link and/or watch later.

WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: From newbie to pro, all levels welcome at this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com to see where they’re playing today. (Even if you just want to know so you can go listen!) Often C & P Coffee, we’re told (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor)

HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: From the Metro League schedule for today – postseason baseball game for Chief Sealth International High School, 4 pm vs. Lindbergh at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center.

DROP-IN CHESS: For young players, 4 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: First of two Thursday night events at HPCS this week – every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s C Davis Texas Barbecue.

WINE TASTING WITH CLARK: Another regular Thursday event at HPCS, 5-7:30 pm – info here.

HELP HARVEST FOOD: Puget Ridge Edible Park (18th/Brandon) needs volunteers to help harvest fresh food that will be donated to food banks (and you can take some home too). Just be there 5-7 pm!

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 5-8 pm for your tool-borrowing needs. (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)

VISCON CELLARS: This West Seattle winery’s friendly tasting room/wine bar is open Thursdays, 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor), for wine by the glass or bottle! On tonight’s West Seattle Book Club list, too, starting at 7.

POKEMON LEAGUE: 6 pm Thursdays at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) – bring your own console.

WESTIES RUN CLUB & WS RUNNER SHOPPING NIGHT: 6 pm, starting from Good Society (California SW and SW Lander), you’re welcome to join the Westies Run Club‘s Thursday night community run! After the run, nearby West Seattle Runner (2743 California; WSB sponsor) is opening the shop to Westies runners, with special discounts.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: If you’d rather walk, meet at 6 pm at 47th/Fontanelle for tonight’s group walk – details in our calendar listing.

DUSTY THURSDAYS AT TIM’S: 6-9 pm, The Dusty 45s preceded by Tom Hutyler & High Cheese, outdoors, all ages, no cover, donations accepted for the musicians. (16th SW and SW 98th, White Center)

WEST SEATTLE BOOK CLUB: At these locations starting at 7 pm, all around West Seattle and White Center – bring your own book, read, then chat if you want to (or don’t if you don’t).

CLASSIC BINGO: 7 pm at Admiral Pub (2306 California SW).

NORTH HIGHLINE UNINCORPORATED AREA COUNCIL: 7 pm, the community coalition for White Center and vicinity meets at North Highline Fire Station (1243 SW 112th), all welcome.

TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE VOID: One of the newest West Seattle trivia nights! 7:30 pm, with prizes, at The Void (5048 California SW).

AT THE SKYLARK: Doors 7, music at 8 pm for Fire to Wolves, Harsh Reality (tribute to WEEN), $10 cover, all ages until 10. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

COMEDY IN THE JUNCTION: Derek Steen is the headliner tonight at 8 pm at Great American Diner and Bar (4752 California SW).

AT REVELRY ROOM: Tonight’s musical event at Revelry Room (4547 California SW) is BYO Vinyl Night starting at 8 pm. 21+.

Are you planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!