(Great Blue Heron, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Here’s what’s ahead for summer’s first Monday:

SOUND STEPS WALK: Join the weekly walk in Lincoln Park. Meet at 10 am at the center of the north parking lot. More info in our calendar listing. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE: If you can donate blood, consider doing it today during the 1-7 pm mobile blood drive at Peace Lutheran Church – closed 3-4 pm for a break. (39th SW/SW Thistle)

5051 FAUNTLEROY EARLY OUTREACH MEETING: 5:30-6:30 pm at High Point Library, drop in for your chance to get information about the proposal for townhouse/rowhouse units at 5051 Fauntleroy Way SW, before they submit a design plan to the city. (3411 SW Raymond)

TRIVIA: Monday night trivia at The Skylark, 7:30 pm, all ages, no cover, prizes! (3803 Delridge Way SW)

SING IT! Open mic at Parliament Tavern. 7:30 pm signups, 8 pm music. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Western Tanager in a Douglas Fir, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

WEST SEATTLE GARDEN TOUR – SOLD OUT! No tickets left so this is just a reminder if you have yours, 9 am-5 pm, self-guided tour of West Seattle gardens, locations only revealed in the ticket books.

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET, WITH COOKING DEMO: 10 am-2 pm market, today featuring 10:30 am-11:30 am cooking demo with author Jill Lightner. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

FRISBEE! 10 am at Walt Hundley Playfield, play with West Seattle Ultimate Family Frisbee. (34th SW/SW Myrtle)

RETIREMENT CELEBRATION FOR LORRIE COOK: 11:30 am-1 pm, in front of Little Pilgrim School:

For the many members of the community that she has touched, help us in celebrating Lorrie’s 30 years at Little Pilgrim School. We will congratulate her on this next step with refreshments, and a dedication of a new bench in in front of the school to honor her long-standing legacy of bringing people together.

(9140 California SW)

SUPER DELI MART 6TH ANNUAL BBQ: Noon-5 pm, details here, including a raffle fundraiser for Arbor Heights Elementary. (35th/Barton)

COLMAN POOL: West Seattle’s outdoor saltwater public pool is open on the beach at Lincoln Park. Noon-7 pm; the session-specific schedule is here. (8603 Fauntleroy Way SW)

NO ALKI POINT LIGHTHOUSE TOURS TODAY: But the Sunday tours of the historic lighthouse will resume NEXT Sunday.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS: Brief service at Fauntleroy Church, 2 pm. Bring your furry/feathered friend – or, if you’re not so sure they could handle it, bring a photo.

Thanks to Judy Pickens for that photo from last year. “Refreshments for all” will follow. (9140 California SW)

CATSINO: 2-6 pm at Beveridge Place Pub, it’s Furry Faces Foundation‘s 10th annual fundraiser. Get your ticket here – no guarantee there’ll be any left at the door. 21+. (6413 California SW)

BALLARD SEDENTARY SOUSA BAND: Free concert with this one-of-a-kind group performing on the lawn at Admiral Congregational Church, 2 pm. (4320 SW Hill)

BLACK HOT SUNDAY: Doors at 6, music at 7, all ages, $10 cover at The Skylark. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

TRIO OF DUOS: See the slate here! 7:30 pm at Parliament Tavern. $6 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Photographed at Lincoln Park by Susan Romanenghi)

Welcome to the first full day of summer!

FIELD DAY & MINI URBAN SURVIVAL SKILLS FAIR: 9 am-5 pm, you’re invited to visit local amateur-radio operators during Field Day – schedule’s in our calendar listing. This year, 11 am-3 pm, there’s also a Mini-Urban Survival Skills Fair. Happening in the field on the south end of the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus. (6000 16h SW)

TERMINAL 5 PROJECT OPEN HOUSE: Coffee, donuts, and info. Come to Jack Block Park 9:30 am-11:30 am to ask questions and get answers about the soon-to-start Terminal 5 project. (2130 Harbor SW)

MORGAN JUNCTION COMMUNITY FESTIVAL: 10 am-4 pm at Morgan Junction Park – entertainment – including The Bubbleman – art activities, vendors, food, the Bark of Morgan dog parade/contests … be there! The schedule and other details are in our calendar listing. We’re a co-sponsor and will be there to cover it as it happens. (6413 California SW)

GRAND REOPENING: Right across the street from the festival, 10 am-6 pm, first day in the new storefront for Thunder Road Guitars and The Bass Shop (WSB sponsors), as previewed here. (6400 California SW)

COOKBOOK/MOVING SALE: 10 am-2 pm, West Seattle cookbook author is “lightening her cookbook library” before a big move. Some kitchen/pantry items too. Location & more here.

MORE THAN TREES: Special event at the Duwamish Longhouse, in partnership with Seattle Parks, teaches you about native-tree ID. Full details here. 11 am. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

LINCOLN PARK WADING POOL: First day of the season, as previewed here. 11 am-8 pm. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)

(Fledgling crow in Delridge, photographed by Chuck)

LGBTQ/RAINBOW STORY TIME: Special all-ages story time for Pride Month at the High Point Library, 11:30 am-12:30 pm. (3411 SW Raymond)

CHINESE GARDEN KITE FESTIVAL: 2-6 pm at the Seattle Chinese Garden on the north end of the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus. Bring your own kite or buy one there. Free admission for kids up to 12; suggested donation $3 teens, $5 adults. (6000 16th SW)

SUMMER BARBECUE PARTY: 2-6 pm at Canna Culture, with a DJ, and with Girls Gone BBQ selling food. Games start at 2:30 pm. 21+. (5435 California SW)

SUMMER KICKOFF MUSIC: 6 pm-9 pm at Drunky Two Shoes in White Center, but a lot of West Seattle energy on this:

No cover. All ages. (9655 16th SW)

ART MARKET: 6-10 pm at Tin Dog Brewing in South Park. (309 S. Cloverdale)

AT C & P COFFEE: 7 pm, Mike Spine and Barbara Luna perform at the coffeehouse. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

AT PARLIAMENT TAVERN: 9 pm, The Jesus Chords, Will Rainier & The Pines – “Americana, roots and cool w/some down home solid West Seattle folk.” $7 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

THERE’S MORE! Just see our complete calendar.

(Last sunset of spring, photographed by David Hutchinson)

Summer is officially here! Some options for what to do with the first afternoon/evening:

PRIDE MONTH PARTY AT SANISLO ELEMENTARY: 2:30-6:30 pm, the community’s invited to celebrate, with events including a parade around the playground! (1812 SW Myrtle)

SUMMER SOLSTICE HAPPY HOUR & MORE: 4-7 pm, stop by Click! Design That Fits (WSB sponsor) for a happy hour celebrating the start of summer and raising money to fight Alzheimer’s. Food – with cookbook author Kim O’Donnel – and beverages, and more – details here.(4540 California SW)

SOCCER TRAINING FUNDRAISER: Two sessions – train with Highline Premier FC players, including a team that’s headed to nationals, and help them raise money for the trip!

Come and train with some of the best young soccer players in the state and join the HPFC Eagles 02’s for one night of soccer fun! All proceeds support the team’s travel to National
Premier League Nationals in Colorado next month!

Boys & girls ages 5-6: check-in at 5 pm, $15 per player, games and skill-building drills 5:15-6:15 pm

Girls 7+: check-in at 6:15 pm, $25 per player, training session 6:30-8 pm

At Walt Hundley Playfield. (34th/Myrtle)

COMMUNITY SQUARE DANCE: 7 pm at Fauntleroy Church. Admission includes dessert and beverage. (9140 California SW)

SIGGIE THE VINTAGE MAN: Live at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

SUMMER SOLSTICE SUNSET WATCH: Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Alice Enevoldsen at Solstice Park for the quarterly change-of-seasons sunset watch! Sunset’s around 9 but Alice will be there starting at 8:30. Upslope from the tennis courts and P-Patch. (7400 Fauntleroy Way SW)

INDIE ROCK: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern – The Black Planes, Runaway Satellite, The Cells. $7 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

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

(Anna’s Hummingbird tending to babies, photographed near Alki by Mark Wangerin)

Before we get any further into the last day of spring, a quick look at six calendar highlights:

CRIME/POLICING FOCUS GROUP: If you live/work in Fauntleroy, your focus group is tonight, as previewed here, 6 pm at Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

INTRODUCTION TO CALLIGRAPHY: Calligrapher Claire Braby teaches a two-hour workshop at West Seattle Art Nest tonight at 6 pm. Register here. (4138 California SW)

ALKI COMMUNITY COUNCIL: 7 pm at Alki UCC, with agenda items including the status of an attempt to save the Harbor Avenue “Stone House.”

(WSB file photo)

The ACC is also scheduled to talk about the Alki Community Center‘s future and to hear from City Council District 1 candidate Brendan Kolding. (6115 SW Hinds)

‘THE LAST WORLD OCTOPUS WRESTLING CHAMPION’: 7:30 pm, opening night for the musical at ArtsWest Playhouse. Ticket info here; a few were left when we checked. (4711 California SW)

STUDENT CONCERT: Denny International Middle School Band and Orchestra, 7 pm at Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. (2600 SW Thistle)

SUPER KREWE: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern, “Seattle’s best New Orleans-style brass band.” $8 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

MUCH, MORE MORE TODAY/TONIGHT … just take a quick look at our full calendar!

We start on the shore again today:

(Great Blue Heron wading in Fauntleroy, photographed by Jim Spraker)

LOW-LOW TIDE: Again today, you can explore while consulting with Seattle Aquarium volunteer beach naturalists, 11:30 am through 2 pm this time, at Constellation and Lincoln Parks. (Today’s lowest tide is -2.0 feet at 12:53 pm)

NEIGHBORHOOD CRIME/POLICING FOCUS GROUP: Live/work in Admiral? Tonight is your focus group to share opinions about crime and policing, 6 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library, as previewed here. (2306 42nd SW)

GROUP RUN: 6:15 pm, meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor). Free as always. (2743 California SW)

WORDSWEST FAREWELL: After five years, WordsWest Literary Series – curated by West Seattle authors – is ending, with a “Cake in the Garden” party tonight at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor):

Along with the cake, of course, there will be readings: “an incredible line-up of WordsWest writers from all five years of our existence: Elizabeth Austen, Quenton Baker, Rick Barot, Claudia Castro Luna, Christine Deavel, Lyanda Lynn Haupt, Rachel Kessler, J.W. Marshall, Greg November, Renee Simms, and Ann Teplick.” All welcome. Free. (5612 California SW)

CANDIDATE CONVERSATIONS: The Delridge Neighborhoods District Council already has held one City Council District 1 candidate conversation, last month with Phil Tavel. Tonight, Brendan Kolding and Lisa Herbold are scheduled to appear, as previewed here. All welcome, 7 pm, Neighborhood House High Point. (6400 Sylvan Way SW)

LEFT HAND SMOKE: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern, “folk/pop/Americana.” $5 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

THAT’S NOT ALL – see the full list on our complete calendar.

(Seen off Fauntleroy. Photo by Jim Spraker)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

LOW-LOW TIDE: Again today, you can explore while consulting with Seattle Aquarium volunteer beach naturalists, now through 1:15 pm today at Constellation and Lincoln Parks. (Today’s lowest tide is -2.3 feet at 12:15 pm)

DUWAMISH CLEANUP OPEN HOUSE: As previewed here, if you have questions about the ongoing cleanups on the Duwamish River, come get answers and updates. 5:30-7:30 pm at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) Georgetown campus. Open-house format. (6737 Corson Ave. S.)

FREE CLASS: Want to give the gift of life after yours has ended? There’s more to plan than you think. This class will help. 5:30-7:30 pm at West Seattle (Admiral) Library. (2306 42nd SW)

WEST SEATTLE CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL: 7 pm, Southwest Precinct. Bring your crime concerns and questions. Late word that there IS a spotlight guest tonight, a detective from the SPD Sexual Assault Unit. (2300 SW Webster)

DUFF McKAGAN IN STORE: Live, 7 pm at Easy Street Records. (California/Alaska)

DENNY/SEALTH CONCERT: Choir and mariachi tonight, 7 pm at Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. (2600 SW Thistle)

MADISON MS CONCERT: 7 pm spring orchestra concert, in the Commons. (3429 45th SW)

JAM SESSION: Monthly “Parliamentality Presents” jam session at Parliament Tavern. 9 pm. No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Sunday photo by Jim Borrow, who writes, “Saw this Great Blue Heron in the top of a 50-60 ft. Atlas Cedar”)

What’s ahead for the rest of your final Monday of spring:

LOW-LOW TIDE: Another one today, with visits by Seattle Aquarium volunteer beach naturalists, now through 1 pm today at Constellation and Lincoln Parks. (Today’s lowest tide is -2.4 feet at 11:38 am)

GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE: We list mobile blood drives in the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar when we find advance word of them, and here’s another: 11:30 am-5:30 pm today at Admiral Safeway. Open to the public if you can donate, but note that it’ll be closed for a break 1:30-2:30 pm. (2622 California SW)

AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP: 2 pm at Southwest Library. This month’s title is “Mudbound” by Hillary Jordan. (9010 35th SW)

EAT THE RAINBOW: Workshop and cooking demo at West Seattle YMCA (WSB sponsor), 6:30-8 pm. Part of Pride Month at the Y. All welcome, membership not required. (3622 SW Snoqualmie)

PIGEON POINT FOCUS GROUP: Residents of that neighborhood are invited to a focus group to help update the Micro-Community Policing Plan, part of a series of neighborhood-by-neighborhood conversations as previewed here. 6 pm at Southwest Precinct. (2300 SW Webster)

OPEN MIC NIGHT: 7:30 pm signups, 8 pm performances at Parliament Tavern. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Red-Breasted Sapsucker, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

LOW-LOW TIDE: Another round of low-low tides, with visits by Seattle Aquarium volunteer beach naturalists, 9:30 am-12:30 pm today at Constellation and Lincoln Parks. (Low tide is -2.2 feet at 11:01 am)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET TURNS 20: Starting with cake and a special opening-bell-ringing by market founder Chris Curtis, today’s WSFM is a 20th-anniversary celebration. The market’s on until 2 pm as always but the cake is first-come, first-served. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

FRISBEE! 10 am at Walt Hundley Playfield, you’re invited to play with West Seattle Ultimate Family Frisbee. (34th SW/SW Myrtle)

COLMAN POOL: Swim this afternoon/evening at West Seattle’s outdoor saltwater public pool, on the beach at Lincoln Park. Noon-7 pm; the session-specific schedule is here. (8603 Fauntleroy Way SW)

TOUR THE ALKI POINT LIGHTHOUSE: Take Dad to a cool historic spot! The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary invites you to come see the historic lighthouse, 1-4 pm (last group enters at 3:45 pm). Free. (3201 Alki SW)

JAMTIME: Live music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 1-4 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

DRUNKEN OWL THEATER: 7 pm at Parliament Tavern. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

ROY ZIMMERMAN: 7:30 pm at Kenyon Hall:

The troubadour of the left brings us his take on current political and social issues, offering original songs performed with taste, style, and prodigious musicianship. His music speaks to the heart, and he juxtaposes outrage with hope, jolting us out of complacency into action. It’s powerful stuff, beautifully presented.

More info in our calendar listing. (7904 35th SW)

MORE! You can always see the full list for today/tonight/beyond on our complete calendar.

(Beware of baby birds! Fledgling robin barely visible in the grass, photographed by Trileigh Tucker)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

FREE FOOTBALL CAMP: First West Seattle High School Football-presented camp for K-8th graders, 9 am-noon at Hiawatha Playfield. (2700 California SW)

LOW-LOW TIDE: Another round of low-low tides begins, and with it, visits by Seattle Aquarium volunteer beach naturalists, 9:30-11:30 am today at Constellation and Lincoln Parks. (Low tide is -1.7 feet at 10:23 am)

FREE SHREDDING! Got something to shred? Grab something nonperishable to donate to the White Center Food Bank and bring it to the northwest lot at Westwood Village for free shredding, sponsored by John L. Scott Westwood (WSB sponsor), 10 am-noon. (2600 SW Barton)

THUNDER ROAD GUITARS’ LAST PRE-MOVE DAY: This is the final day in The Junction for Thunder Road Guitars and The Bass Shop (WSB sponsors) before they close for their move to Morgan Junction. 10 am-6 pm. (4736 California SW)

GARAGE BOOKSTORE GRAND OPENING: 10 am-1 pm and 4 pm-8 pm, explained here. (3710 SW Barton)

COLMAN POOL: Starting today, the city-owned outdoor pool on the Lincoln Park shore is open 7 days a week. Here’s the session schedule. (8603 Fauntleroy Way SW)

TRY THE TIMEBANK: Orientation and more, 1-3:30 pm at High Point Library. See what the West Seattle Timebank and you can do for each other. (3411 SW Raymond)

WEST SEATTLE .5K: The Junction’s first-ever beer run. Or walk. Or however you choose to get from the check-in venue, The Beer Junction, to the six other participating spots! It’s sold out so his is just a reminder that if you did register, today’s the day, 1 pm-5 pm.

BLOCK PARTY AT THE WETLAND: 2-6 pm, visit this special Delridge spot for a summer celebration. (23rd SW/SW Findlay)

TALK WITH YOUR SCHOOL BOARD REP: 3-5 pm, talk Seattle Public Schools matters with West Seattle/South Park elected board member (also its president) Leslie Harris, Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

ALBUM SIDE SATURDAY: Vinyl madness! Explained here. All welcome. 4-8 pm at Highland Park Improvement Club. (1116 SW Holden)

STEELTOE METRONOME: West Seattle-born musician Seri Thompson‘s homecoming; Steel Metronome is playing with Tripp Rezac and Ghost Train Trio, 8 pm at Drunky Two Shoes in White Center. $6 cover. Here’s a sample of their music:

Seri explains, “I am a fourth-generation West Seattleite on both sides of my family. My father owns West Seattle Brake as did his father before him, and my great-grandfather before then. My mother was also raised in West Seattle, her grandfather was a founding member of the Alki Masonic Lodge and she and her siblings (as did their mother) grew up on Alki Beach.” So go see her in nearby WC tonight! (9655 16th SW)

AND THAT’S NOT ALL! See the full list for today/tonight/beyond on our calendar.

(River Otter – the only kind you’ll find in Puget Sound – photographed by Steven Director)

Looking ahead to the rest of your Friday:

SMOOTHIE BAR/HEALTH TALK: 3 pm, The Kenney (WSB sponsor) invites you to visit:

Do you have a magnesium deficiency? Common symptoms of low magnesium levels include kidney and liver damage, migraines, restless leg syndrome, osteoporosis, insomnia/trouble sleeping, tooth cavities, and muscle weakness and cramps. Fitness Coordinator Bella Jovan will discuss the symptoms to be aware of, and explain how to get the accurate amount of magnesium needed for your body. You’ll also get to sample a magnesium–rich (and delicious!) Cacao Cherry smoothie.

(7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)

ART LOUNGE: Highland Park Improvement Club is open for you starting at 7 pm to bring your art project in and work on it in the company of other creative souls. Bar’s open too. 21+. (1116 SW Holden)

JAZZ CONCERT: 7 pm, student musicians perform at Chief Sealth International High School. (2600 SW Thistle)

SONGWRITERS’ SHOWCASE: 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), no cover, all ages. (5612 California SW)

JOHN STEPHAN BAND: 9 pm at Poggie Tavern – the blues and more. No cover. 21+. (4717 California SW)

‘EXPERIMENTAL NOISE FROM OUTER SPACE’ is what’s promised at Parliament Tavern tonight with Kitsune, Jim Davis, Moraine, 9 pm. $6 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Rufous Hummingbird with lupin flower, photographed by Trileigh Tucker)

Welcome to a cooler Thursday! Here are highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

POSTCARDS TO VOTERS: You’re invited to join in this weekly gathering, part of a national movement, 10 am-noon at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), explained here. (5612 California SW)

GRADUATIONS! Big night at Southwest Athletic Complex – two commencement ceremonies: Chief Sealth International High School at 5 pm, West Seattle High School at 8 pm. (2801 SW Thistle)

WEST SEATTLE ART WALK: 5 pm “until late,” venues around West Seattle welcome you with art displays and/or food and beverage specials for Art Walk-ers. The venue list/map is just the start:

Another venue: HomeStreet Bank (4022 SW Alaska; WSB sponsor) is open 5-7:15 pm for you to see the creations from the art contest for this year’s West Seattle Garden Tour (coming up June 23rd) as well as “some additional works.” Help HomeStreet support the Garden Tour, which itself supports other nonprofits … And it’s the last Art Walk at Wallflower Custom Framing (4735 42nd SW), which is closing soon. Featured tonight: A retrospective by Jessica Creager. Wallflower’s closing sale continues, too. … More Art Walk highlights in this roundup on the Art Walk website.

SECOND THURSDAY OUT! The Senior Center of West Seattle‘s LGBTQ+ social group gathers for a barbecue. 6 pm.

WANT TO STUDY AERONAUTICAL TECHNOLOGY? Informational event at South Seattle College (WSB sponsor), 6 pm – details here. (6000 16th SW)

WORDS, WRITERS, WEST SEATTLE: 6 pm at Southwest Library:

Chief Seattle wrote nothing down during his life, yet his words — both real and imagined — are known throughout the world. The result is a man made up of both historical and fictional aspects, from which conflicting messages can be gleaned.

David M. Buerge, a biographer and a historian to the Duwamish Tribe, Seattle’s mother’s people, spent more than 20 years exploring the man from a variety of sources to reveal a leader of epic character. He was a warrior, an orator, a benefactor, and a visionary who helped found the city that bears his name, Seattle, the largest city in the world named after a Native American.

Chief Seattle’s vision was ambitious: a prosperous, multiracial city. But toward the end of Seattle’s life, he saw that vision become a tragedy. In the current century, is Seattle the city edging any closer to the vision of Seattle the man? Buerge explores this complex figure to uncover how one man’s story still shapes the identity of the city.

Free. (9010 35th SW)

(Photo by Marc Milrod)

SOUL NIGHT: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern. No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Barred Owlets, photographed by Mark Wangerin in Fauntleroy Park)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, which as always includes even more:

INTERESTED IN STUDYING HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT? South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) would love to see you at tonight’s 5 pm information session – details in our calendar listing. (6000 16th SW)

CRIME/SAFETY FOCUS GROUP: 6 pm at Southwest Library, residents of Westwood, Roxhill, Arbor Heights are invited to come talk about crime/safety/policing issues to help update the area’s “micro-community policing plan.” (9010 35th SW)

34TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS: Our area’s largest political group meets tonight to make primary-election endorsements. The list is in the announcement in the group’s newsletter. 7 pm at The Hall at Fauntleroy. (9131 California SW)

POEMS AND STORIES: Monthly Poetrybridge night at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7 pm, with Raul Sanchez and Beth Myhr this month’s featured readers. All ages. Free. (5612 California SW)

MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL CONCERT: 7 pm, the Spring Jazz Concert (Jazz Lab, Jazz II, Jazz Ensemble). in the Madison Middle School Commons. (3429 45th SW)

YADA YADA BLUES BAND: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern. No cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Photo by Eugene Lee: Sons Ezra and Silas on the beach at Lincoln Park)

Some of what’s up for the rest of today/tonight:

BUSINESS-DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP: Run your own business? Invest a little time tonight in learning how to grow it! 6 pm workshop tonight at West Seattle Coworking (WSB sponsor). Details here. (6040 California SW)

WORKSHOP WITH LINDA McCLAMROCK: 6 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor) – but you have to register – go here ASAP. (5612 California SW)

FREE TRACK WORKOUT: 6:30 pm, meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor) for this week’s free track workout. (2743 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE HIGH SCHOOL CONCERT: 7 pm, WSHS Concert Band and Orchestra perform their spring concert at the school theater. Free, all welcome. (3000 California SW)

FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: 7 pm FCA board meeting in the conference room at Fauntleroy Schoolhouse, community members welcome. (9131 California SW)

SEE WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING: Today, tomorrow, and beyond – our full calendar is here.

(Monday morning tugboats, photographed by Jim Borrow)

The week begins with a few highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

EVENING BOOK GROUPS: Two are happening at local libraries at 6:45 pm tonight – Southwest Library is reading “Lipstick Jihad” by Azadeh Moaveni (9010 35th SW); West Seattle (Admiral) Library is reading “A Death in the Family” by James Agee. (2306 42nd SW)

PIGEON POINT NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL: 7 pm at Pathfinder K-8. Guests from the port, SPD, and SDOT – see the agenda here. (1901 SW Genesee)

WSHS SPRING CONCERT: First of two this week! Tonight it’s the Jazz Band, 7 pm at the West Seattle High School Theater. Free; all welcome. (3000 California SW)

OPEN MIC NIGHT: Signups start at Parliament Tavern at 7:30 pm. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Photo by Mark Jaroslaw)

Happy Sunday! Seven highlights:

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm, see what’s fresh. Note for gardeners: Plant purveyors Langley Fine Gardens said last week that today would be their final WSFM visit of the season. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

FRISBEE! 10 am at Walt Hundley Playfield, you’re invited to play with West Seattle Ultimate Family Frisbee. (34th SW/SW Myrtle)

MEET THE GREYHOUNDS: 11 am-1 pm, Greyhound Pets Inc. invites you to a meet-and-greet at Admiral Mud Bay. (2611 California SW)

COLMAN POOL: You can swim this afternoon/evening at West Seattle’s outdoor saltwater public pool, on the beach at Lincoln Park. Noon-7 pm; see the session-specific schedule here. (8603 Fauntleroy Way SW)

WHITE CENTER PRIDE: The five-day celebration concludes today, highlighted by a Sunday Funday Fair, all ages welcome, with featured vendors, at Future Primitive Brewing, noon-4 pm. (9832 14th SW)

TOUR THE ALKI POINT LIGHTHOUSE: Third chance this season! The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary invites you to come see the historic lighthouse, 1-4 pm (last group enters at 3:45 pm). Free. (3201 Alki SW)

KNIFE-SHARPENING SINK BRIDGE CLASS: 3-5 pm at West Seattle Tool Library. A few spots in this class remained when we checked earlier today – go here if you’re interested! (4408 Delridge Way SW)

MORE! You can always see the full list for today/tonight/beyond on our complete calendar.

(Bald Eagles, photographed by David Hutchinson)

Long list of highlights for your Saturday:

TAI CHI AT THE BEACH: 9 am at Alki, with Caylen Storm. Free; donations always welcome. (2701 Alki SW)

TREE WALK: 9:30 am in Fauntleroy’s Endolyne neighborhood – details here. Meet at the fish-ladder overlook across and upslope from the ferry terminal. (SW Director & upper Fauntleroy Way)

LOOP THE ‘LUPE: Last-minute registration at 10 am, and then the Loop the ‘Lupe events start at 11 am at Walt Hundley Playfield:

11:00 AM – Loop The ‘Lupe! Obstacle Course Challenge

11:45 AM – 5K Family Fun Run/Walk

12:15 PM – Senior Saunter

1:00 PM – Youth Dash

Plus an “all-day afterparty”! More info here. (34th/Myrtle)

FIRE DAY: Not in West Seattle but your local firefighters would love to see you there! 10 am-2 pm at MOHAI, lots to see and learn: “There will be tours of fire apparatus, story time with firefighters, search and rescue demonstrations by fire dog Kersee, fire prevention activities and firefighter challenges for youth.” Free. (860 Terry Ave. N.)

KNIT IN PUBLIC DAY: Multiple events at Seattle Yarn, starting at 11 am. Also noon-2 pm knitting at nearby C & P Coffee Company and, weather permitting, a 3 pm walk to Morgan Junction Park. (5633 California SW)

TWO ‘JUNGLE BOOK’ PERFORMANCES: Lafayette Elementary‘s school production concludes its run with noon and 6:30 pm performances at West Seattle High School. Admission info’s in our listing. (3000 California SW)

COLMAN POOL: Another preseason weekend begins – noon-7 pm; here’s the session schedule. (8603 Fauntleroy Way SW)

GEORGETOWN CARNIVAL: Not in West Seattle but not far away, and some of your West Seattle neighbors are part of it. Noon-10 pm – info’s all here. (Airport Way S. and vicinity)

COMMUNITY SALMON RELEASE: 1-3 pm at the big bridge over the creek in Fauntleroy Park, you’re invited to come set fry free the same way hundreds of local students did throughout May! First-come, first-served, and no charge. This story includes a map. (3951 SW Barton)

LOW-LOW TIDE: One more low-low tide – -1.5 feet at 3:27 pm today. Seattle Aquarium beach naturalists are out again at Constellation and Lincoln Parks – today, 2-4 pm.

YOUTH PRIDE SKATE: 5:30-9:30 pm at Southgate Roller Rink, part of White Center Pride.

Celebrate White Center Pride and bring the whole family to our Youth Pride Skate fundraiser for Lambert House brought to you by Southgate Roller Rink, Girl Scout Troop #44284, and Southside Revolution Coed Jr. Roller Derby! Hosted by DJ McLovin!

$10 at the door includes skate rental. (9646 17th SW)

E. PRUITT: 6-string bassist performs 7-9 pm music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

HIGHLINE BEARS: 7:10 pm home game vs. FCA Baseball Club, at Mel Olson Stadium in Steve Cox Memorial Park. Ticket info here. (1321 SW 102nd)

STACY JONES BAND: 8 pm at Drunky Two Shoes BBQ in White Center. (9655 16th SW)

JOE T. COOK BLUES BAND: 8 pm at Poggie Tavern. 21+. (4717 California SW)

AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm doors, 9 pm music: Siggie The Vintage Man, Tripp Rezac and The Foolish Pride, and The Bad Blood Band. $8 cover. 21+. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

AFRO-LATIN JAZZ AND FUNK: That’s what’s on the bill at Parliament Tavern, 9 pm, with The New Triumph and Daniel Rappaport Trio. $8 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

LOOK FURTHER INTO THE FUTURE … via our complete calendar. And if you have something for it – email the info!

(Thursday sunset from Alki, photographed by Marc Milrod)

Wondering what’s happening? All this and more, for the rest of today/tonight:

JOB FAIR: Jobseekers ages 16-24 are invited to the Peace N The Hood Job Fair at the Steve Cox Memorial Park Log Cabin, 2:30-5 pm. (1321 SW 102nd)

LOOP THE ‘LUPE PACKET PICKUP/REGISTRATION: 4-7 pm at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor), pick up your packet for tomorrow’s Loop the ‘Lupe if you’re already registered, or sign up if you’re not! WSB is this year’s media sponsor. (2743 California SW)

ROSE TASTING: At Sound & Fog, taste six rosés for $7, 5-8 pm. (4735 40th SW)

CORNER BAR: 6 pm at Highland Park Improvement Club – as previewed here, this month’s Corner Bar gets groovy! Featured band: Robot Sunsets. (1116 SW Holden)

‘THE JUNGLE BOOK’: Second night for Lafayette Elementary‘s school play! All welcome to attend. 6:30 pm curtain at West Seattle High School. By donation – info in our calendar listing. (3000 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRAS: Spring finale “Out of This World!” 7 pm at Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium. Program details here. Here’s a preview of the Intermediate Orchestra rehearsing “Anthem to Courage”:

Free, but donations always appreciated. (2600 SW Thistle)

THE DERELICTS: Live in-store at Easy Street Records, 7 pm. Free, all ages. (California/Alaska)

HIGHLINE BEARS: Game 2 for the semipro summer baseball team (WSB sponsor), 7:10 pm first pitch at Mel Olson Stadium in Steve Cox Memorial Park, vs. the Everett Merchants. Ticket info here. (1321 SW 102nd)

(Thursday moonset, photographed by Danny McMillin)

UNPLUGGED! Live music at Great American Diner and Bar, 9 pm. No cover. (4752 California SW)

3 BANDS: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern. $7 cover. 21+. See who’s playing by going here. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

OUR FULL CALENDAR … shows you what else is up today/tonight/tomorrow/beyond!

(Osprey, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

Much happening! Here are highlights for today/tonight from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (which you can check out any time for a look at EVERYTHING coming up):

LOW-LOW TIDE: Another low-low-low tide today – -2.9 feet at 1:46 pm today. Seattle Aquarium beach naturalists are out again at Constellation and Lincoln Parks – today, 11:30 am-3 pm.

‘LIKE’ SCREENING: 6:30 pm at Madison Middle School, an invitation to all West Seattle families:

Madison PTSA will host a screening of the documentary, “LIKE” on Thursday, June 6th at 7 pm in the Madison MS Library. Join us at 6:30 pm for a pizza dinner and stay after the movie, for a moderated discussion with Madison Counselors. LIKE is a documentary that explores the impact of social media on our lives. Are we addicted to social media? If so what’s going on and why? … We welcome parents from all over, with children of any age, to attend this free event. LIKE is recommended for students ages 12 and up. Students are welcome to attend, accompanied by an adult.

RSVP here. (3429 45th SW)

‘THE JUNGLE BOOK’: Opening night for Lafayette Elementary‘s school play! All welcome to attend. 6:30 pm curtain at West Seattle High School. By donation – info in our calendar listing. (3000 California SW)

RIVERVIEW PLAYFIELD BARRIER REPLACEMENT: Second neighborhood gathering to talk about this. Meet at 6:30 pm. (12th/Holly)

JUNCTION NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION: 6:30 pm at the Senior Center/Sisson Building. Agenda centerpiece:

The Office of Planning and Community Development (OPCD) will give an overview of the planning process for the 2020 West Seattle Junction Community Plan update and how you can be involved. Learn how light rail planning and community planning go hand in hand.

Also, nominations are open for new JuNO officers. All welcome. (4217 SW Oregon)

ENDOLYNE CHILDREN’S CHOIR: You’re invited to The Kenney (WSB sponsor) to see/hear the choir perform tonight, 6:30 pm. (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)

NORTH HIGHLINE UNINCORPORATED AREA COUNCIL: 7 pm at North Highline Fire District HQ, last meeting before summer break for the community council serving White Center and vicinity. Guests include 34th District State Sen. Joe Nguyen; more agenda info here. (1243 SW 112th)

BILL DAVIE: Live music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

TWO ROUNDS OF TRIVIA: 7 and 8 pm at Great American Diner & Bar. Free. Prizes. (4752 California SW)

GRADUATION: Congratulations to the Seattle Lutheran High School Class of 2019, graduating tonight in a 7:30 pm ceremony at the SLHS gym. (4100 SW Genesee)

WEST SEATTLE SOUL: 9 pm at Parliament Tavern. $10 cover. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

Our Tuesday highlights start on the shore:

(Texted photo – thank you!)

LOW-LOW TIDE: The tide goes out to a very low -2.8 feet at 12:17 pm today. Seattle Aquarium beach naturalists are out again at Constellation and Lincoln Parks – today, now through 1:30 pm.

PORT MEETING: As previewed here Monday, the commissioners of the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma are meeting at 11:30 am as the Northwest Seaport Alliance Managing Members, with a Terminal 5 update on their agenda. Public comment is accepted toward the start of the meeting at the Sea-Tac Airport Conference Center.

CHIEF SEALTH PTSA: Last meeting of the school year, 6 pm in the Chief Sealth International High School Confucius Center. (2600 SW Thistle)

WWRHAH’S FUTURE: As previewed here, the Westwood-Roxhill-Arbor Heights Community Council is at a crossroads – will a new coordinator step up, or will the group adjourn until someone wants to reactivate it? Be part of the discussion. 6:15 pm at Southwest Library. (9010 35th SW)

ULTIMATE FAMILY FRISBEE: Everybody is welcome to come play! 6:30 pm at Fairmount Playfield. (5400 Fauntleroy Way SW)

WSHS BOOSTER CLUB: Last West Seattle High School Booster Club meeting of this school year, 7 pm, “voting in new officers and getting ready for next school year.” At the school. (3000 California SW)

JIM PAGE: Live at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 7-9 pm. All ages. No cover. (5612 California SW)

WAX & OIL: Live painting and DJing at Parliament Tavern, starting at 9 pm. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

PEEK INTO THE FUTURE … with our complete calendar!

(Peregrine Falcon hunting over the Duwamish River this weekend, photographed by Mark Wangerin)

From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar, where you can always look days/weeks/months ahead:

LOW-LOW TIDE WITH BEACH NATURALISTS: Happening now until 12:30 pm, second time this season that you can explore low tide at Constellation Park (63rd SW/Beach Drive SW) or Lincoln Park (by Colman Pool) with volunteer Seattle Aquarium beach naturalists! (Low tide: -2.3 at 11:37 am – and it’ll be even lower the next two days!)

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE CAMPUS TOUR: 3-4 pm. RSVP link and more info here. (6000 16th SW)

SEATTLE COUNCIL PTSA: Last general meeting of the year is tonight at Denny International Middle School, starting with dinner at 5:30 pm. Elections are part of the general meeting at 6. More info here. (2601 SW Kenyon)

HAM JAM: 6 pm on first Mondays at the Senior Center/Sisson Building:

New Hams, learn how to participate in the West Seattle Amateur Radio Club Monday night radio nets. Bring your handheld transceiver.

Future Hams, bring your questions and learn about the club, the hobby, how to get licensed, and ways to serve your community.

More here. (4217 SW Oregon)

OPEN MIC NIGHT: Signups start at 7:30, performances at 8 at Parliament Tavern. 21+. (4210 SW Admiral Way)

(Juvenile Raven, photographed in Lincoln Park by Mark Ahlness, shared via the WSB Flickr group)

Happy Sunday!

EXPLORE THE SHORE WITH BEACH NATURALISTS: 10 am-noon, first time this season that you can explore low tide at Constellation Park (63rd SW/Beach Drive SW) or Lincoln Park (by Colman Pool) with volunteer Seattle Aquarium beach naturalists! (Low tide: -1.5 at 11 am)

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: 10 am-2 pm, produce, meat, fish, cheese, beverages, soups, flowers, plants, and more – something new every week. (California SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska)

TIME TO TOSS: 10 am at Walt Hundley Playfield, you’re invited to play with West Seattle Ultimate Family Frisbee. (34th SW/SW Myrtle)

BENEFIT BURGERS – LUNCH AND/OR DINNER: Second day of the West Seattle Habit Burger‘s soft open. Again today, two windows, but this time as explained here. proceeds will be donated to two beneficiaries: 11:30 am-1:30 pm, the West Seattle High School volleyball program; 5-7 pm, West Seattle Food Bank. (3501 SW Avalon Way)

BIKES ‘N’ BREW RIDE: West Seattle Bike Connections invites you on a ride this afternoon:

Join West Seattle Bike Connections for a 13-mile ride through some of Seattle’s coolest neighborhoods with stops for tastings at two family-friendly breweries. We’ll be meeting next to the playground at the Delridge Community Center at 12:30 on Sunday, June 2. Safety talk and sign-in will be at 12:45. Rolling at 1:00 pm.

Full details here. (4501 Delridge Way SW)

COLMAN POOL: Another preseason weekend at West Seattle’s outdoor saltwater public pool, on the beach at Lincoln Park. Noon-7 pm; see the session-specific schedule here. (8603 Fauntleroy Way SW)

ALKI POINT LIGHTHOUSE TOURS: Second day of tours this year! The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary invites you to come see the historic lighthouse, 1-4 pm (last group enters at 3:45 pm). Free. (3201 Alki SW)

DRAG QUEEN STORY TIME IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH: 1:15 pm, presented by the South Park Library during the South Park Pride Picnic in Duwamish Waterway Park. All welcome! (7900 10th Ave. S.)

CAMP SECOND CHANCE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE: 2 pm at the Arrowhead Gardens community room, monthly meeting with updates on and Q&A about West Seattle’s only city-sanctioned encampment. (9200 2nd SW)

CHORANDO NA CHUVA: Brazilian music at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), 3-5 pm. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

LOOK AHEAD … via our complete calendar, here.

(Thursday photo of The West Seattle Turkey by Peter Trueblood)

If you regularly check these highlight lists, you know we usually highlight bird photos – today, our spotlight bird is The West Seattle Turkey, still hanging out in what we could call southeast Admiral. As for the highlights:

LAPS WITH LOU: Starting just after 9 am on the field at Pathfinder K-8, retired PE teacher Lou Cutler is set to start his annual birthday run, one lap for every year of the age he’s about to turn – 68 this time. He is a longtime Make-A-Wish volunteer and his run is a fundraiser in which you can participate by donating here. You’re also welcome to show up and run, walk, or cheer! (1901 SW Genesee)

COUNCILMEMBER’S DISTRICT OFFICE HOURS: District 1 City Councilmember Lisa Herbold‘s monthly in-districtc “office hours” are 2-7 pm at South Park Community Center. Just show up – last meeting starts at 6:30 pm. (8319 8th Ave. S.)

HONK! FEST WEST: First of three nights/days for the free street-music festival, 5-9 pm in South Park. See the locations/bands here. (14th Ave. S./S. Cloverdale)

SILVERSUN PICKUPS: 6:30 pm at Easy Street Records – details here. (California/Alaska)

WEST SEATTLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: 7 pm concert at Chief Sealth International High School Auditorium – program details in our calendar listing. Here’s featured vocalist Dr. Dawn Padula rehearsing:

Free; donations always appreciated (2600 SW Thistle)

BOBCAT BOB: 7 pm at C & P Coffee Company (WSB sponsor), ever-popular Bob “Bobcat Bob” Rice is back. No cover. All ages. (5612 California SW)

SWEET, SWEET MUSIC: Concert with David Yanacek on French horn and Bronwyn Edwards on piano at Fauntleroy Church, plus dessert! 7:30 pm. Ticket info in our calendar listing. (9140 California SW)

(Thursday photo by Lauren Bissett)

MUCH MORE! Just check our complete calendar here.