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October 4th: We’re kicking off Super Smash Saturdays, which will run every Saturday except the second Saturday of the month. Register now to enter the Friendlies or Competitive bracket!
Saturday: 6:30 pm-10 pm
Beats on Saturdays:
DJ sets by some of the region’s top DJs and musicians. 9 pm – 1 am.
Saturdays at 10 PM we have Karaoke
Come run with us. We are a group of runners, and some walkers, of all ages and all paces, here to support each other since 1994. We meet every Sunday morning at 8:30 am in front of the Statue of Liberty on Alki beach. For more information visit www.westseattlerunningclub.org.
West Seattle Running Club is an independent, all-volunteer club and is not affiliated with West Seattle Runner, the local running store. We just happen to share a neighborhood and a love of running.
Join us for a conversational 3-5 mile run, then hang out after for a coffee & bite to eat! Find us on Heylo: heylo.group/westies-run-club or on IG @westiesrunclub to see our rotating locations as we explore West Seattle.
American Mah Jongg
At The Missing Piece in West Seattle
4707 California SWWe’re back! Come play Mah Jongg at The Missing Piece, the new location in the heart of the Junction, 4707 California Ave SW #B, Seattle, WA 98116-4412. It’s across the street from Easy Street Records.
Game times for all playing levels, including beginners, are:
Sundays 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Wednesdays 2 PM – 4 PM
We play 3 different versions of this fun table game that is growing in popularity across the nation:
– Traditional American (National Mah Jongg League rules)
– Taiwanese Mahjong
– And a more challenging version of American, called Siamese MJ.Contact Stacey Rea for more information: stacey1955@gmail.com.
West Seattle Area Master Gardener Plant Clinics are Starting
The WSU Extension King County Master Gardeners will again be offering plant diagnostic clinics in the West Seattle area. Master Gardeners provide research-based home gardening information focused on environmentally friendly and sustainable practices. The clinic schedule is:
Delridge Home Depot – Saturdays, 10AM – 2PM – April 25 – August 29 (No clinic on Saturday, July 4) – Look for us in the Garden Center.WS Farmers Market – Sundays, 10AM – 2PM – April 26 – September 13 (No clinics on Sunday, July 5 and Sunday, July 12)
West Seattle Bee Festival – Saturday, May 16 – 12PM – 3PM
South Park branch of Seattle Public Library – Saturday, May 30, 10AM – 2PM
West Seattle Nursery – Sunday, July 12 – 11AM – 3PMHave a home gardening question but can’t get to a clinic? The Master Gardeners have an email clinic – askamastergardener@kingmg.org
We are excited! year 4 of Sundays in the Alley are here….
SUNDAYS
JULY 26 – AUGUST 23
10 AM – 3 PMENTER THROUGH
CARMILIAS
4528 CALIFORNIA AVE SWMUSIC, STREET TACOS, NEW AND PRE-LOVED APPAREL, JEWELRY, CERAMICS, ART, CARDS, APOTHECARY AND MORE!
COME OUT, HAVE FUN WHILE SUPPORTING SMALL INDEPENDENT BUSINESS.
Every Sunday, year-round! In The West Seattle Junction, on California Ave SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska. Look for the newest Ripe ‘n’ Ready List here.
NIA fitness classes
Every Sunday 10:15 am – 11:15 amPerformed barefoot to soul-stirring music from around the globe, Nia is a blend of dance, martial arts, and healing techniques. This class is adaptable for all levels, from couch potato to seasoned athlete. Teacher Jeanna Wheeler has over 20 years of experience teaching fitness classes, and trained with the creators of Nia in Portland, OR. For more info, and to register to try your first class free, visit:
eventbrite.com/e/nia-healing-dance-fitness-for-body-and-soul-tickets-1024104894307?aff=oddtdtcreatorThe dance studio is located in a historic speakeasy basement under the veterans’ center. The address is 3618 SW Alaska St, but the entrance is on the 37th Ave SW side of the building (NOT the main entrance at the front). The studio is open 15 min before the class start time, so arrive early and come downstairs to join us!
Energy Reset: Mini Sessions for Body & Soul
Inner Alchemy, Treasures and Transformation Shop located at 4312 SW Oregon Street
Sundays during the West Seattle Farmers Market from 10:30-2:30 pm, 30 minutes for $45
Step into a gentle field of healing with our Energy Mini Sessions—offered on a first-come, first-served basis. These 30-minute sessions are a beautiful way to receive the restorative benefits of Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy, or Sound Healing in a shorter format. Whether you’re seeking calm, clarity, or a simple energetic reset, each modality offers a unique and nurturing experience to support your well-being.
Come as you are, take a sacred pause, and let your nervous system exhale.
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Have fun at our Makers Art Market at Alki Beach (next to the Alki Bathhouse) from 11a–5p! Set right by the ocean, it’s the perfect day out — shop 25+ PNW makers (ceramics, jewelry, paintings, pet accessories, and more), then grab lunch, coffee, or ice cream at one of the many nearby spots. Bring your friends and family and come to support our local creative community!
The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).
Tue/Thu: 5 pm–8 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am–4 pm
West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.
West Seattle Resist: Sunday Solidarity Action
Time: Every Sunday 11:30 am-1:30 pm (Rain or Shine)
Location: Corner of California Ave SW & SW Alaska St in the Junction
Bring your signs, noisemakers, and energy to peacefully express your resistance to the current government. Join us to make our voices heard, together.
It will be every (updated) Sunday, 12:30-1:30 pm, at the Alaska Junction. Called “Bang the Pots for Gaza.” We are making noise to demand aid be let into Gaza. Everyone is welcome to bring noisemakers, signs, and their voices. This is a family-friendly gathering.
West Seattle Indivisible Community Meeting
Sunday August 16, 3:30-5:30pm
St. John the Baptist Episcopal ChurchJoin us as we hear from WA State Attorney General Nick Brown and King Count Elections Chief of Staff Kendall Hodson to discuss national, state, and county-wide election protection strategies. We’ll also share on-the-ground actions you can take to support an effective election season.
More information: westseattleindivisible.com
UNDERGROUND TRIVIA
@ Corner Pocket West Seattle
FREE ENTRY
Every Sunday @ 7:30 pm
General Knowledge trivia with one punk-related round
1ST, 2ND, & 3RD place prizes
Two sets, 8 pm and 9 pm, on Sundays.
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Grief Support Groups
Grief groups are brave and safe spaces where bereaved people can share their stories and speak their loved one’s name without fear of getting advice, platitudes, or being shut out, no matter how long it’s been since their loved one’s passing. Every participant has dedicated time to speak about whatever they’d like, without judgment or interruption. Talking about our deceased loved ones in a supportive environment helps us remember them fully and helps us learn to carry the weight of their loss a little more gently.
These are ongoing, drop-in groups, but space is limited. Because of the sensitive nature of traumatic loss, the Thursday group is open only for those who are traumatic loss survivors. Learn more and register at listeningtogrief.com/groups. Contact Tamara at tamara@listeningtogrief.com with questions.
Mondays: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Mama Be Well Healing Studio
Thursdays: 10 am – 11:30 am, same location, starting 6/4/26$32/session. 4 sessions for $102 (use within 6 weeks). Discounts are available for those who could otherwise not afford to attend.
Organizer Chris was inspired by a group he encountered during an extended stay in Mexico, “a weekly intercambio, or exchange, where Mexicans wishing to learn English and immigrants and tourists wishing to learn Spanish could practice speaking in a casual atmosphere in a cafe.” Upon return, he formed one, and now it meets twice weekly:
We began meeting on Wednesday nights upstairs at Mission Cantina about two months ago. Mission has truly made us feel at home and we regularly have between 5-15 attendees. One of our members started up a Monday night group upstairs at Future Primitive Brewing in White Center that is growing weekly. Other members have stepped up to be admins or to provide graphics.
We are a welcoming group wherever you are on your Spanish journey. Beginners get a chance to practice speaking with others. Intermediate speakers can learn with others. And more fluent speakers have enjoyed the chance to be able to speak Spanish with others. It has been impressive to see the patient good hearted people attending build a real sense of community.
We meet from 6:30-8:30 on Monday nights upstairs at Future Primitive Brewing at 9832 14th Ave SW in White Center. Farm Boy is closed that night, but you can bring in food from any place in White Center. The space is excellent for conversation.
We also meet from 6:30-8:30 on Wednesday nights upstairs at Mission Cantina at 2325 California Ave SW. You order your food or drink at the bar and they will bring it up to you.
If you are interested in joining us, please come! The only structure involved is to try and speak as much Spanish as you can. No RSVP is necessary and it is okay to arrive late if you need to. Gracias a todos!
Mondays: 6:30-10 pm
Open D&DSeattle’s largest open D&D group can be found at Meeples Games. First time playing? No problem. Experienced player? Great! This group is for everyone from beginners of all age groups.
Each drop in session is $5, with a chance to join one of the continued campaigns. Seats are first come first serve.
Monday AUGUST 3rd
BALORICO Salsa & Bachata classes at Viva Arts, 4421 Fauntleroy Way SW. Signup at www.balorico.dance.*Salsa & Bachata for Beginners
Ongoing Mondays 7 pm (Teens welcome)*Salsa on 2 for experienced dancers (Heels)
Ongoing Mondays 8 pm
Where: Otter on the Rocks, Admiral District
When: Monday Aug 17, 7 pm show
Who: Headliner Duane Goade and feature act Emma SchmucklerLink to Tickets – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-routine-killers-duane-goad-tickets-1993916406647
Our Website – https://www.cozycomedy.com
Every Monday. 7:00 pm.
Corner Pocket Classic Pool tournament.
Double Elimination, 16-person cap, alternating 8ball and 9ball each week.
$10 buy-in
On a full 16-person bracket, paid out to 4th place. 7 pm start. No late entry.
Every Monday: Doors open at 6:45, meeting is from 7-8:30
Alki UCC
6115 SW Hinds St, Seattle, WA 98116
Contact: alkidharmacommunity@gmail.comLooking to try mediation for the first time or find a local Sangha? Join us weekly at Alki UCC every Monday night for a meeting of the Alki Dharma Community.
Meeting begins with a 20 minute silent seated meditation, followed by a short reading and discussion.
Everyone is welcome and all skill levels appreciated! Cushions and chairs provided, accessibility needs considered. Donations appreciated but not required.
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Monday Night Trivia at The Good Society Public House (California/Lander).
•Hosted by Will.
• 7-9 pm
•Teams up to 8 people welcome.
•$2/person entry – winner take all.
•$20 gift card as second place
Weekly Zen Sitting/Meditation
7:00 – 8:30 pm (repeats every Monday)The Chapel, Room 402, at the Fauntleroy Church/United Church or Christ
9140 California Ave SW
Free
Contact: pr@pszc.org
pszc.org/calendar/7pm-830pm-west-seattle-service/2022-06-06Puget Sound Zen hosts a weekly Monday evening sitting/meditation in the Chapel, Room 402 at the Fauntleroy Church/United Church of Christ. Evenings will consist of chanting, meditation and discussion.
Everyone is welcome – people from all different meditation/spiritual traditions, people who have never meditated, and people who are curious.
If you arrive 10 minutes before the service we’ll give you some brief instructions, or you can just walk in and follow along.
Quiz Night on Monday nights, 7:30 pm, at The Skylark – Free to play!
Six Rounds, ten questions each. This includes an audio round, a picture round, three themed rounds and a random round with questions from several different categories. Maximum of 6 team members to be eligible for prizes.
Prizes:
1st place: $25 gift certificate
2nd place: $15 gift certificate
next to last place: pitcher of Cold Beer PilsnerSeattle’s Best Trivia Night is at the Skylark every Monday. Come early to grab a table and dinner.
The Westside Jazz Trio
The Alley
Mondays 8-10 pm
No cover charge
Update: We will have Karaoke every Monday starting at 9 pm.
F3, a free national men’s workout group:
We meet at 5:30 am 3 days a week at 3 locations in West Seattle/White Center:
Tuesday: meet at Hiawatha Playfield
Thursday: meet at Alki Bathhouse
Friday: meet at Steve Cox ParkThese workouts are always free, always outdoors, peer-led in a rotating fashion, open to all men regardless of fitness level, and always end in a circle of trust.
More information at f3seattle.com
Postcards4Democracy – West Seattle gathers at C&P Coffee every Tuesday
10:30 – 12 Noon year-round to handwrite reminders urging Democrats and
Independents to register and vote. Bring stamps and postcards — or
we’ll do what we can to get you started.(Postcards4Democracy also meets all this summer on Saturdays 12-2 pm at C&P.)
Website: www.Postcards4democracy.org
email: postcards4democracyWS@gmail.com
I’m hosting free drop-in coaching sessions (“Grounded Conversations”) every other Tuesday at Highland Park Corner Store. It’s a casual space for people to talk through work stress, relationship issues, or whatever’s on their mind with a coach who has a clinical psychology background.
Next session is March 31st from 10:40 am – 12:00 pm.
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Mariscos Panda will be at The Neighborhood with their Seafood heavy Mexican themed Pop Up restaurant (lots of ceviche and poke options) from 3 pm-8 pm, or until sold out. (6503 California Ave SW).
Future dates:
July 7th
July 21st
August 4th
August 18th
It Takes a Village will occur August 18th, 5:00-7:30 pm, at Neighborhood House in High Point.
It Takes a Village is a community seminar presented in collaboration with the Seattle Housing Authority, Seattle Police Department, and Seattle Public Schools. The event will feature a presentation by Fahima Mohamed, DNDA’s High Point Youth Coordinator, highlighting findings from surveys of local youth and parents/caregivers about the impact of gun violence in the neighborhood.
Following the presentation, representatives from participating organizations will take part in a panel discussion, providing an opportunity for community members to ask questions, share concerns, and learn about available resources and support services.
To conclude the evening on a positive note, attendees will be invited to enjoy ice cream and participate in a basketball dunk competition, helping bring the community together after a conversation on an important and challenging topic.
Walter’s Wine Shop is hosting wine tastings every Tuesday! Each week you are able to enjoy learning about a different winemaker, importer, or distributor! This is a drop-in event, no reservations needed; from 5-8 pm. Costs $15 and if you buy a bottle you get $5 off!
**IMPORTANT UPDATE: NEW TIMES ON OUR WEEKLY SIGN-WAVING EVENT**
SAME PLACE: The intersection of 16th Ave. SW & SW Holden St.; West Seattle
WHEN: TUESDAYS ONLY!
TIME: 5:00-6:00 pm
Join members of Hate Free Delridge and Puget Ridge Cohousing for this ongoing community sign-waving event and help spread the message that Black Lives Matter and the time to end systemic racism is NOW! We have signs to share or bring your own!
The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).
West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.
Interfaith Freedom Vigil Every Tuesday
at Lady Liberty – 5:30PMSo much wrong, so little cardboard!
But our prayers are never wasted. A group of West Seattlites are holding an ongoing candlelight vigil at Lady Liberty on Alki every Tuesday 5:30 to 6:30.
This will be an interfaith vigil. Anyone who wants to lift our country into God’s light is welcome to join us. Please come with your respect that we all pray in different ways. We plan to have simple songs, brief reflections, and opportunities for people to share their thoughts. If you have any questions you are welcome to contact jeannietodd97@gmail.com
Tuesdays at 5:30 PM
We’re bringing back Tuesday Night SUPper Club. Paddleboard or kayak, totally your call, no judgment here. Join us after work for a laid-back paddle and stick around after to hang on the beach and share some food.
Pricing
$30 if you need a kayak or SUP rental
$15 for Paddle Club members
FREE if you bring your own gear
*Registration is free! If you require a rental we will charge on-site before the paddleWhat to expect
~1 group paddle followed by beach hang time
All experience levels welcome
What to bring
Something to share (we’re doing this potluck style!)
Towel
Dry change of clothes in case you take an unexpected swim
Questions? Email alkikayak@gmail.com
Storytime in the Garden
Delridge Community P-Patch, 5078 25th Ave. SWEvery Tuesday in July and August
6 pmBring your children to enjoy a few stories followed by a garden activity. All are welcome
West Seattle Ukulele Players, WSUP! Meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6-8 pm. Gather to sing and play Ukuleles; please confirm the month’s location here, or Email for more info, westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com – All levels welcome.
Free weekly track run – all levels – meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor).
Trivia at the Admiral Pub
Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 pm. Free to play with cash prizes.
We also do every Thursday except for the last Thursday of every month. Thursday has the same setup, starts at 7 pm, free to play with cash prizes.
Free to play every Tuesday – now at 7 pm. New, silly prizes every week and fun for the whole family.
Past, Present & Elsewhere
Description: Full Album Listening Sessions. Start to Finish, no skips A deep dive into complete records.Selections curated by local DJs and musicians. Special theme nights happen often. Album listings announced via our social media.
Date & Time: Every Tuesday, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Revelry Room, 4547 California Ave SW, Seattle
Admission: Free. Please support the night by making a purchase of anything on our menu.
More Info: https://jetcitylabs.com/ppe
Start time now 7 pm.
Please join us as we celebrate community and support for LGBTQ+ people and their families. To ensure our meeting space remains safe and private, we require everyone to sign up for each meeting individually. Simply click the registration link and complete the form. The registration confirmation will provide location details.
If you’ve attended our other meetings before, please use the email address we have on file for you. You can also contact us with any questions.
https://www.pflagseattle.org/event/west-seattle-support-meeting-in-person-3/
The Seattle Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society is pleased to announce a new class in West Seattle, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to the promotion of Scotland’s unique dance form in the Seattle metro area.
The class welcomes both families and individuals ages eight and over, regardless of experience. This weekly introduction to joyful jigs, lively reels and elegant strathspeys will take place at Fauntleroy Church on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 beginning September 9th. The Church, located at 9140 California Avenue SW, has ample parking and is conveniently located on the RapidRide C line and a half mile from the Fauntleroy ferry terminal. Comfortable clothing permitting ease of movement, non-marking shoes and a good sense of humor are the only essentials for the class. An individual’s first class is free. Thereafter per class fees will be $10 and $5 for ages 8-17.
Seattle Branch Chair, EB Van Otterloo, will be one of the class instructors. Of Scottish Country Dancing, Van Otterloo says, “There are so many things to love about this form of dance. It’s social, but you don’t need to bring a partner. It’s good exercise for your body and your mind, and most of all, it is such good fun.”
Blaine Peet, who has taught Scottish Country Dancing around the world, will join Van Otterloo in teaching the new class. “Once you have learned the basics, you can dance with people anywhere across the U.S. and Canada, and around the globe. It’s a great way to make new friends in different cultures, no matter whether you are in Europe, Asia or Australia.”
The Seattle Branch has regular social events and runs classes in the U-District, at the Phinney Neighborhood Center and in Edmonds while also promoting classes in Tacoma, Burien and Mount Vernon, among others. More information is available at rscds-seattle.org/classes
Sporcle Pub Quiz with @pubquizdavid is now at Beer Junction every Tuesday night at 7 pm and 8 pm.
Tuesday Trivia
Free Tuesday Trivia every Tuesday night at 7 pm
More details here: ounceswestseattle.com/upcoming-events
Free trivia, teams of up to 6, happy-hour prizes for beverages and food. With Geeks Who Drink.
West Seattle Dharma – New Monthly Meditation – Every 3rd Tuesday, 7-8:30 pm
Women’s Meditation Circle at the Mama Be Well Healing Studio (4034A California Ave SW)
Tuesday nights from 7 pm-8:15 pmThis is a small-group meditation experience, facilitated by Reiki Master Teacher and founder of Mama Be Well, Katie Englund.
I have space for 7 women* to join me each Tuesday evening in the safe and sacred space of the Mama Be Well Healing Studio to learn and practice meditation together. *Trans and non-binary friends are invited too!
The cost is just $12.
Since space is limited, I ask that you register in advance. You can learn more and register at www.mamabewell.info/meditation
If you have any questions, please send me an email at mamabewellreiki@gmail.com
I look forward to seeing who the Universe brings together for this!
Hosted by Trinity. $1 per bingo book, with five sheets.
Every Tuesday night we have Karaoke from 9 pm – 1:30 am
Walking for Well-Being, Wednesdays @ Meet at 47th/SW Fontanelle
Walking for Well-Being—Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM
Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.
This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.
Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & SW Fontanelle (near by the 76 Gas station). We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early.The start is next to the black mailbox at the north Lincoln Park Service Entrance at the intersection of 47th Avenue SW and SW Fontanelle Street and features plentiful street parking.
For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.
Toddler Reading Time every Wednesday at 10:30 am!
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Mid-Day Eucharist at First Lutheran Church
Wednesdays at 11:45
Looking for spiritual nourishment? Join us every Wednesday on your lunch break for our mid-day Eucharist service. First Lutheran Church of West Seattle, 4105 California Ave. SW, in the Chapel. 206-935-6530, admin@flcws.org
Join Arts Corps for a free community celebration bringing together young people, families, artists, teaching artists, and neighbors.
Join Arts Corps for Art & Sol, a free community celebration bringing together young people, families, artists, teaching artists, and neighbors for an afternoon of creativity and connection!
Explore hands-on art activities including printmaking, clay, collage, chalk, and a collaborative community mural. Guests can also enjoy outdoor games, bubbles, an art gallery featuring youth work, and a presentation of Art 4 Life Expansion performances and student interviews. Free lunch will be provided, along with chances to win art kits and Arts Corps merchandise.
Art & Sol celebrates the creativity, courage, and imagination of Arts Corps students while creating space for families and community members to make art together. Whether you stay for the full afternoon or stop by for lunch and an activity, everyone is welcome.
Wednesday, August 19
12–2 PM
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
4408 Delridge Way SWFree and open to all.
This program is supported, in part, by grants from the Washington State Arts Commission, 4Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts, and in partnership with the Delridge Neighborhoods Development Association.
American Mah Jongg
At The Missing Piece in West Seattle
4707 California SWWe’re back! Come play Mah Jongg at The Missing Piece, the new location in the heart of the Junction, 4707 California Ave SW #B, Seattle, WA 98116-4412. It’s across the street from Easy Street Records.
Game times for all playing levels, including beginners, are:
Sundays 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Wednesdays 2 PM – 4 PM
We play 3 different versions of this fun table game that is growing in popularity across the nation:
– Traditional American (National Mah Jongg League rules)
– Taiwanese Mahjong
– And a more challenging version of American, called Siamese MJ.Contact Stacey Rea for more information: stacey1955@gmail.com.
Free Wine & Wills Event at The Center
In honor of National Make-A-Will Month in August, join us at The Center for Active Living for this free event featuring a panel of estate planning experts. They’ll demystify the process and answer your questions in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Enjoy a glass of wine, nibble on appetizers and meet other community members.
Our panelists are:
– Stephanie Bruno, Partner/Senior Wealth Advisor, Mission Wealth
– Jenny Ling, Estate Planning Attorney, Law Offices of Jenny Ling
– Ann Manley, Estate Planning Attorney, The Manley Law Firm
– Kam Sahota-Middleton, Wealth Advisor, Snider Financial GroupWednesday, August 19
Program 4 – 5 p.m. | Social hour 5 – 6 p.m.Free and open to the public. RSVP online here: tinyurl.com/2026WineandWills
Free Yoga for 12-Step Recovery
Join us for FREE 90-minute Yoga for 12-Step Recovery (Y12SR.com) yoga sessions on Wednesdays from July 15 to August 26, 5-6:30 PM at Inner Alchemy Sanctuary & Studio, located at 3618 SW Alaska Street. IMPORTANT: Doors close at 4:55 PM!
Yoga for 12-Step Recovery is a step-based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone dealing with an addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. It is open to everyone — all A’s (AA, NA, Al-anon, OA, etc) are welcome as well as people who are simply curious about step recovery. During sessions, we’ll weave together the ancient wisdom of yoga and the practical tools of 12-step programs, recognizing that the ‘”issues live in our tissues.”
The session starts with a 45-minute 12-step-style sharing circle where participants are invited to share on the theme presented or whatever they are experiencing. The circle is followed by a 45-minute gentle yoga session. While the poses are basic—no exotic poses—they may also be challenging as we follow two 12-step phrases: “Easy does it” and “It works if you work it.”
All are invited to monitor their bodies and to pull back when necessary, following the belief that those in recovery can go inward to connect with “the wisdom to know the difference” between challenge and unhealthy pain.Registration is not necessary. Donations will be happily accepted, but as 12-step programs remind “your presence is more important than your money.” However, participants must arrive by 4:55. There can be no exceptions, unfortunately.
Facilitated by a certified yoga instructor and 12-Step recovery community member.
This summer we are offering registered Rock Climbing programs for $10 per person for one hour rock climbing sessions!
Fix-It-Workshop
Every Wednesday
5:30 pm-7:30 pm
West Seattle Tool Library (Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)Tools, appliances, small electronics, and more! Use the tools and facilities of the shop and pick our librarians’ brains to get your damaged equipment back in the action.
Availability is first-come-first-served. This workshop is provided free of charge, though donations are appreciated!
We ask that all items brought for repair be of reasonable size. We are unable to service pressure vessels, refrigeration equipment, firearms, and high-voltage electrical components.
West Seattle Urbanism – Weekly Meetup
Wednesdays, 6 pm to 8 pm
Great American Diner & Bar
4752 California Ave SW
Free weekly group run – all levels – meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor).
HUM-IN
Collective Sound Vibration as
Peaceful Protest against Injustice
Wednesdays 6:30-7 pm
Junction Plaza Park
Full Fit
Full Fit is a free group training program that is designed for folks to come together and train for a marathon with partners. It is easier together. We have a beginner and intermediate option. There are 3 group training sessions per week. You will be trained to run a marathon in time for the Seattle full in November. You should have a base going into
this. Please message if you have questions about that. There will be an informational session on Aug 19th 6:30-7 pmKick off is Aug 22nd 8 am
Free Live Music Wednesdays!
Locöl
7902 35th Ave SW
Rotating Artists
6:30 – 8:30
Free
21+
Organizer Chris was inspired by a group he encountered during an extended stay in Mexico, “a weekly intercambio, or exchange, where Mexicans wishing to learn English and immigrants and tourists wishing to learn Spanish could practice speaking in a casual atmosphere in a cafe.” Upon return, he formed one, and now it meets twice weekly:
We began meeting on Wednesday nights upstairs at Mission Cantina about two months ago. Mission has truly made us feel at home and we regularly have between 5-15 attendees. One of our members started up a Monday night group upstairs at Future Primitive Brewing in White Center that is growing weekly. Other members have stepped up to be admins or to provide graphics.
We are a welcoming group wherever you are on your Spanish journey. Beginners get a chance to practice speaking with others. Intermediate speakers can learn with others. And more fluent speakers have enjoyed the chance to be able to speak Spanish with others. It has been impressive to see the patient good hearted people attending build a real sense of community.
We meet from 6:30-8:30 on Monday nights upstairs at Future Primitive Brewing at 9832 14th Ave SW in White Center. Farm Boy is closed that night, but you can bring in food from any place in White Center. The space is excellent for conversation.
We also meet from 6:30-8:30 on Wednesday nights upstairs at Mission Cantina at 2325 California Ave SW. You order your food or drink at the bar and they will bring it up to you.
If you are interested in joining us, please come! The only structure involved is to try and speak as much Spanish as you can. No RSVP is necessary and it is okay to arrive late if you need to. Gracias a todos!
Trivia at the Admiral Pub
Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 pm. Free to play with cash prizes.
We also do every Thursday except for the last Thursday of every month. Thursday has the same setup, starts at 7 pm, free to play with cash prizes.
GET Fit
GET Fit is a FREE training program for beginners wanting to do a half marathon. We start with one mile! Participants will come together to train twice weekly. We will get you ready in time for the Seattle half marathon in November. You will enjoy guided training, camaraderie, clinics and more! We have had many, many runners and walkers successfully complete this over the past 16 years. YOU CAN DO IT TOO!!
The program begins on August 22nd at 8 am. The informational session is on August 19th at 7 pm.
Mad Crafty
Bring your in progress craft project and settle in. Knitting, sketching, journaling, mending, collage—whatever you’re working on. A midweek creative reset with good music and cocktails (plenty of non-alcoholic options). A perfect way to enjoy our new patio!
Date & Time: Every Wednesday, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Revelry Room, 4547 California Ave SW, Seattle
Admission: Free. Please support the night by making a purchase of anything on our menu.
More Info: revelryroom.com/events
Do you love music? Do you like games? Come check out Music Bingo at Good Society every Wednesday from 7-9 PM! Bring your friends and enjoy some tunes and brews with chances to win prizes!
Drama Dock Theatre Company proudly announces its upcoming production of RENT, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, running August 19–23, 2026 at Vashon Center for the Arts.
More than three decades after its Broadway debut, RENT remains one of the most influential and beloved musicals of a generation. Set in New York City’s East Village, the show follows a vibrant community of young artists and friends navigating love, identity, creativity, and survival during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis. Featuring iconic songs including “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me,” RENT continues to resonate deeply with audiences through its themes of connection, resilience, and living fully in the present moment.
“RENT is about community, chosen family, and finding hope and joy in the face of uncertainty,” said Drama Dock Artistic Director Kelly Godell. “It’s a powerful piece of musical theatre that still feels urgent and deeply human. We’re thrilled to bring this extraordinary production to Vashon audiences as part of Drama Dock’s 50th anniversary season.”
Drama Dock’s production will feature a cast of local and regional performers alongside a live band, bringing Larson’s unforgettable rock score to life on the Vashon Center for the Arts stage. Cast List: Kyle Sinclair (Roger), Hail Quackenbush (Mark), Sierra Tinhof (Mimi), Zoey Wilson (Maureen), Vanessa Bassi (Joanne), Ethan Jarvik (Tom Collins), Gabriel Dawson (Angel), Matt Wilson (Benny), and in the Ensemble: Bethie Hungerford, Alison Bagby, Maya Krah, Brooke Osment, Erika Strandberg, Leonard Su, Meg Thompson.
Production Team:
Director and Producer – Kelly Godell, Stage Manager – Elise Ericksen, Assistant Stage Manager – Sumi Suda, Costumer – Erika Strandberg, Choreographer – Maya Krah, Music Director – Marita Ericksen, Vocal Coach – Weslie Brown, Rehearsal Pianist Korby Myrick, Scenic Designer – Ryan Ross, Master Carpenter – Scott DeNies, Lighting Designer – Alex Wren, Lighting Operator – Jess Bell, Sound Designer/Operator – Dillon Stearnes, Properties – Patti Curtis Hair, Stagehands – Gracie Biggs and Eloise Godell. Band – John Pierce, Rick Doussett, Peter Bonow, Marita Ericksen, Marlowe Cardoza,
Founded in 1976, Drama Dock Theatre Company has spent nearly 50 years creating accessible, community-driven theatre experiences on Vashon Island. The company’s 50th anniversary season celebrates five decades of artistic storytelling, collaboration, and cultural enrichment for island audiences and artists alike.
Performance Schedule:
Wednesday, August 19 – 7:30 PM Thursday, August 20 – 7:30 PM Friday, August 21 – 7:30 PM Saturday, August 22 –7:30 PM Sunday, August 23 – 2:00 PM
Tickets and additional information are available at www.dramadock.org.
Fully backlined open mic at Skylark free every Wednesday, 7:30 pm sign-up 7:30pm sign-up /Music starts at 8:30 (The line to sign up often starts to form around 7:00 so get here early!)
It’s great for musicians, but it is also a great night out to see some of Seattle’s best up and coming musicians.
- No host to hog the spotlight, just bands/solo acts and a friendly, experienced sound engineer
- >Full 16 track recordings of your set available for purchase ($10 for solo acts, $20 for bands), make a demo!
- Full menu and bar available with 12 beers on tap
- All genres welcome: solo, acoustic, electronica, full bands, and comedy of any type
10 minutes/2 songs each- Gretsch house drums, Vox AC30 guitar amp, Yamaha G50410 guitar amp, Ashdown ABM500 bass amp, Shure mics, DIs, etc.
- You are welcome to bring more gear, just talk to the sound engineer beforehand to make sure it is compatible
PLEASE NOTE: The list goes out at 7:30 but people arrive much earlier to line up and is first come first served. Please be courteous of those that were there before you. While this is free to sign-up, please arrive hungry and thirsty, and do purchase something as we want to keep providing the opportunity and keep it free.
Wednesday AUGUST 5th
BALORICO Salsa & Bachata classes at Viva Arts, 4421 Fauntleroy Way SW.Salsa & Bachata II
Ongoing Wednesdays 8 pm
(No partner needed)
Wednesday night trivia at 8 pm with Quizmaster J!
Weekly trivia at Larry’s Tavern at 8 pm Wednesday.
Event Name: Swing It Wednesday
Time: 8:15-10:15 (repeats every Wednesday)
Location: South Park Hall 1253 S Cloverdale St
Cost: $15Join us for weekly live music & swing dance featuring outstanding local artists. Tickets available in advance or at the door. 18+
More information at www.SwingItSeattle.com
Trivia with Phil T. $2 buy-in. Prizes. Reservations at (updated) talaricospizza.com/reservations-small-party
Karaoke at the Admiral Pub
Every Wednesday night at 8:45 pm
Wednesday August 19th
BALORICO Dance PRACTICA 9 pm at Viva Arts studio, 4421 Fauntleroy Way SW.
www.balorico.danceGuided mini-lessons with music mix: Latin Pop, Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Reggaeton + more! Drop In $20.
Megastar Karaoke 🎤
Days: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
Times: 9 pm to closeShort description: karaoke – wed, fri, sat with your host with the most Kdj Mythikal, Thursday with your host Kdj Micah
“White center to the bone” pool table, sports tvs, full bar, great food, pull tabs. Daily food & drink specials.
9454 Delridge Way SWNo entry fee or cover charge
Web link: maxstrianglepub.com
F3, a free national men’s workout group:
We meet at 5:30 am 3 days a week at 3 locations in West Seattle/White Center:
Tuesday: meet at Hiawatha Playfield
Thursday: meet at Alki Bathhouse
Friday: meet at Steve Cox ParkThese workouts are always free, always outdoors, peer-led in a rotating fashion, open to all men regardless of fitness level, and always end in a circle of trust.
More information at f3seattle.com
Grief Support Groups
Grief groups are brave and safe spaces where bereaved people can share their stories and speak their loved one’s name without fear of getting advice, platitudes, or being shut out, no matter how long it’s been since their loved one’s passing. Every participant has dedicated time to speak about whatever they’d like, without judgment or interruption. Talking about our deceased loved ones in a supportive environment helps us remember them fully and helps us learn to carry the weight of their loss a little more gently.
These are ongoing, drop-in groups, but space is limited. Because of the sensitive nature of traumatic loss, the Thursday group is open only for those who are traumatic loss survivors. Learn more and register at listeningtogrief.com/groups. Contact Tamara at tamara@listeningtogrief.com with questions.
Mondays: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Mama Be Well Healing Studio
Thursdays: 10 am – 11:30 am, same location, starting 6/4/26$32/session. 4 sessions for $102 (use within 6 weeks). Discounts are available for those who could otherwise not afford to attend.
The Garden Center provides Landscape Horticulture students hands-on experience growing, maintaining, and selling plants while helping visitors plan gardens, learn plant care, and explore seasonal offerings. Purchases and visits help fund student learning projects and provide valuable retail and plant care training.
Hey locals! We’re stoked to launch the Thursday Morning Kayak Club and build a fun, welcoming paddling community out on the water.
Join us for relaxed morning paddles, fresh air, and good company. Whether you’re brand new or have years of experience, everyone is welcome.
Pricing
$30 if you need a kayak rental
$15 for Paddle Club members
FREE if you bring your own gear
*Registration is free! If you require a rental we will charge on-site before the paddleWhat to expect
~1–2 hour guided paddle
Back by 11:30 AM
Beginners will use sit-on-top kayaks
Sit-in kayaks available for paddlers who have completed the intro sea kayaking session
Double kayaks available for buddies at no extra cost
What: Thursday Qi Gong Sessions
When: from 10-11 AMDescription: These sessions are open to everyone, regardless of experience. Participants will learn gentle movements that promote relaxation, energy balance, and overall well-being.
Sign-Up: Interested participants can sign up through this links:
Thursday: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1120273782039?aff=oddtdtcreator
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Free Outdoor Summer Concert with Jon Butler & Friends!
Join us in the courtyard on Thursday, August 20 at noon for a free concert featuring the eclectic musical stylings of Jon Butler & Friends.
A standout Seattle favorite, bassist/pianist Jon Butler is a dynamic performer whose music blends jazz, rock and contemporary influences into an engaging and unforgettable live experience. A familiar force in Seattle’s vibrant music scene, Jon has collaborated with a wide range of artists and brings exceptional musicianship, creativity and energy to every performance.
Bring a friend(s), pack a lunch, and enjoy an afternoon of great live music. Free-will (pay what you like) donations support Alki UCC’s Arts & Alki Concert Series, a year-round program dedicated to bringing affordable, accessible and inspiring live music to our neighbors in and around the Alki Beach community. We look forward to seeing you there!
WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS, WSUP! Weekly Song Circle Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 pm. Grab your ukulele (or other instrument), and come play with us – all levels welcome! Winter is mostly at The Bridge on California, and when the weather allows we’re outside at C & P, but we may move around. To confirm the week’s location, check here or email us at westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com for details.
STRONG BODIES, STRONG BONES
Thursdays, 2:30-3:30 pmJoin certified yoga therapist Milo in weight bearing movements that will help you become stronger and steadier—slowly,
gradually and safely. You will be led through a series of movements that strengthen your bones and muscles, which will
give balance to your body and help avoid osteoporosis. This class can be enjoyed by all levels. Please bring a mat, blocks and a blanket and pillow if you have them.
Food trucks 4-8 pm Thursdays at HPCS:
Truck of the week listed on the store’s website; we also include it in our West Seattle Thursday highlight list.
Paradise Party @ The Kenney
Thursday, August 20 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
7124 47th Ave SWJoin us for Paradise Party, a free, all-ages West Seattle community event at The Kenney Senior Living!
Celebrate the warmth and beauty of summer with an early evening of tropical-inspired cuisine, live music by Rat City Brass, and great company as we bring a taste of paradise to West Seattle.
Whether you’re reconnecting with friends, meeting new people, or simply looking for a fun summer outing, this festive event is the perfect way to enjoy the season.
Enjoy a complimentary tropical-inspired dinner!
RSVP is required. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot by August 10.
To RSVP, contact:
The Kenney concierge at (206) 937-2800
OR the Director of Admissions and Marketing at cserrano@thekenney.org
Harvest fresh vegetables for the West Seattle Food Bank! Come to Puget Ridge Edible Park every Thursday from 5 to 7 pm to help harvest a variety of fresh, healthy, and nutrient-rich food for Friday morning delivery at the West Seattle Food Bank. This Seattle public park produces an abundance of the healthiest vegetables, some of which you will never find in a store. Enough for the volunteers to share as well. Contact Stu Hennessey, alkistu1@gmail.com
The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).
West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.
Join us for a new monthly event at the bookstore! Book Swap will take place every third Thursday of the month and we are pairing this event with $10 wine pours from Darby Winery.
This month’s theme is: New Energy or Luck & Fortune
Here are the guidelines:
Books do not have to be new! Please bring a gently used book in good enough condition to swap with other book lovers.
Book Swap is an evolving event and we hope it grows bigger and bigger every month. The structure might change from month to month but the basics will stay-swap gently used books and you don’t have to talk if you don’t want to. Just show up with your book!
The goal of Book Swap is to meet other book lovers, discover new books, chat about books (if you want to!), enjoy a glass of wine and have fun!
Stop by anytime between 5:30-7!
“Dusty Thursdays,” our weekly community concert series at Tim’s Tavern, runs throughout the summer.
Music kicks off at 6 PM with special guests followed by The Dusty 45s.
No cover (tips encouraged for the bands), all ages!
Pokémon League: All players are welcome! Must bring your own console. Every Thursday, 6:00 pm at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, top of the stairs).
Walking for Well-Being — Move together in nature, Thursday evenings @Lincoln Park 6:00 PM
Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine. Please bring your own light for our nighttime walks.
This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.
Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & SW Fontanelle. We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is near the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.
For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.
Westies Run Club
Thursdays at 6 pmJoin us for a conversational 3-mile run, then hang out afterward! Now meeting at Good Society in Admiral. Find us on Heylo: heylo.group/westies-run-club or on IG @westiesrunclub.
Thursdays: 6:30-10 pm Board Game Night
Join Meeples Games for a night of board game fun! Each week we will teach you a new game and play some favorites as well. This event is open to all ages!
Trivia at the Admiral Pub
Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 pm. Free to play with cash prizes.
We also do every Thursday except for the last Thursday of every month. Thursday has the same setup, starts at 7 pm, free to play with cash prizes.
The meeting starts at 7 pm; you can attend in person at Alki UCC or via videoconference – the January 2024 agenda has information on how to access the latter.
Drama Dock Theatre Company proudly announces its upcoming production of RENT, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, running August 19–23, 2026 at Vashon Center for the Arts.
More than three decades after its Broadway debut, RENT remains one of the most influential and beloved musicals of a generation. Set in New York City’s East Village, the show follows a vibrant community of young artists and friends navigating love, identity, creativity, and survival during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis. Featuring iconic songs including “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me,” RENT continues to resonate deeply with audiences through its themes of connection, resilience, and living fully in the present moment.
“RENT is about community, chosen family, and finding hope and joy in the face of uncertainty,” said Drama Dock Artistic Director Kelly Godell. “It’s a powerful piece of musical theatre that still feels urgent and deeply human. We’re thrilled to bring this extraordinary production to Vashon audiences as part of Drama Dock’s 50th anniversary season.”
Drama Dock’s production will feature a cast of local and regional performers alongside a live band, bringing Larson’s unforgettable rock score to life on the Vashon Center for the Arts stage. Cast List: Kyle Sinclair (Roger), Hail Quackenbush (Mark), Sierra Tinhof (Mimi), Zoey Wilson (Maureen), Vanessa Bassi (Joanne), Ethan Jarvik (Tom Collins), Gabriel Dawson (Angel), Matt Wilson (Benny), and in the Ensemble: Bethie Hungerford, Alison Bagby, Maya Krah, Brooke Osment, Erika Strandberg, Leonard Su, Meg Thompson.
Production Team:
Director and Producer – Kelly Godell, Stage Manager – Elise Ericksen, Assistant Stage Manager – Sumi Suda, Costumer – Erika Strandberg, Choreographer – Maya Krah, Music Director – Marita Ericksen, Vocal Coach – Weslie Brown, Rehearsal Pianist Korby Myrick, Scenic Designer – Ryan Ross, Master Carpenter – Scott DeNies, Lighting Designer – Alex Wren, Lighting Operator – Jess Bell, Sound Designer/Operator – Dillon Stearnes, Properties – Patti Curtis Hair, Stagehands – Gracie Biggs and Eloise Godell. Band – John Pierce, Rick Doussett, Peter Bonow, Marita Ericksen, Marlowe Cardoza,
Founded in 1976, Drama Dock Theatre Company has spent nearly 50 years creating accessible, community-driven theatre experiences on Vashon Island. The company’s 50th anniversary season celebrates five decades of artistic storytelling, collaboration, and cultural enrichment for island audiences and artists alike.
Performance Schedule:
Wednesday, August 19 – 7:30 PM Thursday, August 20 – 7:30 PM Friday, August 21 – 7:30 PM Saturday, August 22 –7:30 PM Sunday, August 23 – 2:00 PM
Tickets and additional information are available at www.dramadock.org.
EVERY THURSDAY AT 7:30 pm
FIRST THURSDAYS ARE THEMED
PRIZES EVERY TIME!Location:
THE VOID WEST SEATTLE
5048 California SW@thevoidseattle
thevoidseattle.com
Weekend starts early with DJs at Revelry Room.
Megastar Karaoke 🎤
Days: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
Times: 9 pm to closeShort description: karaoke – wed, fri, sat with your host with the most Kdj Mythikal, Thursday with your host Kdj Micah
“White center to the bone” pool table, sports tvs, full bar, great food, pull tabs. Daily food & drink specials.
9454 Delridge Way SWNo entry fee or cover charge
Web link: maxstrianglepub.com
F3, a free national men’s workout group:
We meet at 5:30 am 3 days a week at 3 locations in West Seattle/White Center:
Tuesday: meet at Hiawatha Playfield
Thursday: meet at Alki Bathhouse
Friday: meet at Steve Cox ParkThese workouts are always free, always outdoors, peer-led in a rotating fashion, open to all men regardless of fitness level, and always end in a circle of trust.
More information at f3seattle.com
West Seattle Earlybirds, Toastmasters Club #650
Virtual
Fridays from 7:45 am to 9:00 am
For details westseattleearlybirdsclub650.toastmastersclubs.org
Friday, August 21 at 9:30 am
Alki Bathhouse
FREE Stroller Strides classPlease join us for this free Stroller Strides class designed for new and veteran moms and their kids. Our classes are led by pre and postnatal certified instructors and we welcome all stages of motherhood- you just need medical clearance for exercise and we will meet you where you’re at. We will move and connect with our littles and each other. Class is followed by a free Coffee, Cookies & Tummy Time playgroup at 10:30a on the Alki Bathhouse Lawn
Come see what our classes are all about.
Let us know you’re joining by enrolling on our schedule. Can’t make it to this one? Your first class is always free- claim yours online:
https://west-seattle.fit4mom.com/schedule
The Garden Center provides Landscape Horticulture students hands-on experience growing, maintaining, and selling plants while helping visitors plan gardens, learn plant care, and explore seasonal offerings. Purchases and visits help fund student learning projects and provide valuable retail and plant care training.
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Admiral Block Party Eve – the streets close (California between Admiral and College, College east of Admiral) 3 pm Friday and that’s when the music starts:
Fridays: 4-6 pm After School Magic League
Join one of our Magic: the Gathering experts for an afternoon of Magic fun! This event is perfect for everyone 12+ who are looking to learn a little more about Magic: the Gathering. This event is $5 per week.
Songwriter incubator night at Kenyon Hall:
7904 35th Ave SWThird Friday of every month
Time:
6 – 6:30 – Sign up
6:30 – 9:30ish – Play like you haven’t played in public for 3 years and you’ve been honing your skills and your creative process to a fine point for a moment just like this!Free to All Ages
Hosted by ‘The EL’ at Kenyon Hall.
Encouraging the advancement of songwriting and performance skills in a community driven listening environment. We are focusing on the support, development and inspiration of local creators and performers.
Drama Dock Theatre Company proudly announces its upcoming production of RENT, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, running August 19–23, 2026 at Vashon Center for the Arts.
More than three decades after its Broadway debut, RENT remains one of the most influential and beloved musicals of a generation. Set in New York City’s East Village, the show follows a vibrant community of young artists and friends navigating love, identity, creativity, and survival during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis. Featuring iconic songs including “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me,” RENT continues to resonate deeply with audiences through its themes of connection, resilience, and living fully in the present moment.
“RENT is about community, chosen family, and finding hope and joy in the face of uncertainty,” said Drama Dock Artistic Director Kelly Godell. “It’s a powerful piece of musical theatre that still feels urgent and deeply human. We’re thrilled to bring this extraordinary production to Vashon audiences as part of Drama Dock’s 50th anniversary season.”
Drama Dock’s production will feature a cast of local and regional performers alongside a live band, bringing Larson’s unforgettable rock score to life on the Vashon Center for the Arts stage. Cast List: Kyle Sinclair (Roger), Hail Quackenbush (Mark), Sierra Tinhof (Mimi), Zoey Wilson (Maureen), Vanessa Bassi (Joanne), Ethan Jarvik (Tom Collins), Gabriel Dawson (Angel), Matt Wilson (Benny), and in the Ensemble: Bethie Hungerford, Alison Bagby, Maya Krah, Brooke Osment, Erika Strandberg, Leonard Su, Meg Thompson.
Production Team:
Director and Producer – Kelly Godell, Stage Manager – Elise Ericksen, Assistant Stage Manager – Sumi Suda, Costumer – Erika Strandberg, Choreographer – Maya Krah, Music Director – Marita Ericksen, Vocal Coach – Weslie Brown, Rehearsal Pianist Korby Myrick, Scenic Designer – Ryan Ross, Master Carpenter – Scott DeNies, Lighting Designer – Alex Wren, Lighting Operator – Jess Bell, Sound Designer/Operator – Dillon Stearnes, Properties – Patti Curtis Hair, Stagehands – Gracie Biggs and Eloise Godell. Band – John Pierce, Rick Doussett, Peter Bonow, Marita Ericksen, Marlowe Cardoza,
Founded in 1976, Drama Dock Theatre Company has spent nearly 50 years creating accessible, community-driven theatre experiences on Vashon Island. The company’s 50th anniversary season celebrates five decades of artistic storytelling, collaboration, and cultural enrichment for island audiences and artists alike.
Performance Schedule:
Wednesday, August 19 – 7:30 PM Thursday, August 20 – 7:30 PM Friday, August 21 – 7:30 PM Saturday, August 22 –7:30 PM Sunday, August 23 – 2:00 PM
Tickets and additional information are available at www.dramadock.org.
Fridays – DJ Night at Revelry Room (behind Jet City Labs) – enjoy cocktails and DJ sets by some of the region’s top DJs and musicians. Music 9p – 1a
Megastar Karaoke 🎤
Days: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
Times: 9 pm to closeShort description: karaoke – wed, fri, sat with your host with the most Kdj Mythikal, Thursday with your host Kdj Micah
“White center to the bone” pool table, sports tvs, full bar, great food, pull tabs. Daily food & drink specials.
9454 Delridge Way SWNo entry fee or cover charge
Web link: maxstrianglepub.com
Karaoke is back on Friday nights! 10 pm with Rone
Free weekly group run – all levels – meet at West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor).
FREE- HEAVILY MEDITATED
Every Saturday from 9-10:15 am, always free.
Join Inner Alchemy founder Maari Falsetto for a heart-centered meditation practice that gently reconnects you—with yourself, your life, and the community around you.
Held in our warm and welcoming Sanctuary in the heart of West Seattle, this gathering is a sacred space for all, where joy and belonging naturally unfold.
Many have journeyed with us for over a year, sharing how this simple, consistent practice has brought more light and meaning into their lives. We offer space for up to 30 participants, with yoga mats, chairs, and cushions provided.
Registration is required. Don’t hesitate… meditate.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heavily-meditated-free-community-meditation-tickets-1395541926469
Urban Forest Restoration and Forest Bathing at Westcrest Park
Saturday, August 22, 9 am-12 pm
Registration LinkJoin Dirt Corps and Green Seattle Partnership for a forest bathing walk and then dive in and help us care for this section of the West Duwamish Greenbelt. We’ll be going on a walk through the denser canopy areas, enjoy some quiet and clean air. We’ll then care for our restoration area by applying mulch around the native plants and trees, removing weeds, and performing other important landscape maintenance. All ages and skill levels are welcome!
Walking for Well-Being–Introductory 1 Mile Walk (flat, no hills) @ Lincoln Park on Saturdays at 9:30 AM
Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in Lincoln Park — Rain or Shine.
This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering approximately 1.0 mile on the upper portion of Lincoln Park and is over flat terrain in less than half an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.
Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & SW Fontanelle. We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is neaar the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.
For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.
West Seattle Area Master Gardener Plant Clinics are Starting
The WSU Extension King County Master Gardeners will again be offering plant diagnostic clinics in the West Seattle area. Master Gardeners provide research-based home gardening information focused on environmentally friendly and sustainable practices. The clinic schedule is:
Delridge Home Depot – Saturdays, 10AM – 2PM – April 25 – August 29 (No clinic on Saturday, July 4) – Look for us in the Garden Center.
WS Farmers Market – Sundays, 10AM – 2PM – April 26 – September 13 (No clinics on Sunday, July 5 and Sunday, July 12)
West Seattle Bee Festival – Saturday, May 16 – 12PM – 3PM
South Park branch of Seattle Public Library – Saturday, May 30, 10AM – 2PM
West Seattle Nursery – Sunday, July 12 – 11AM – 3PMHave a home gardening question but can’t get to a clinic? The Master Gardeners have an email clinic – askamastergardener@kingmg.org
New location for the Delridge Farmers’ Market for 2026, northwest corner of 9th/Henderson, where Morning Star Mini-Mart used to be.
We have a Dachshund walk every Saturday morning at 10:00 AM. We meet at the Statue of Liberty. Would love to see more of our short legged friends.
The Garden Center provides Landscape Horticulture students hands-on experience growing, maintaining, and selling plants while helping visitors plan gardens, learn plant care, and explore seasonal offerings. Purchases and visits help fund student learning projects and provide valuable retail and plant care training.
Walking for Well-Being—Move together in nature, Wednesdays/Saturdays @Lincoln Park 10:00 AM
Join Walking for Well-Being for Movement & Community! Walk together with fellow West Seattleites in and around Lincoln Park –Rain or Shine.
This free weekly walk is organized by Julie Garbutt of Waypower Coaching and takes place at a conversational pace covering 2.5 miles in an hour. All fitness levels are welcome.
Meet us at the corner of 47th Ave SW & SW Fontanelle. We leave promptly at the listed start times, so please plan to arrive early. The start is near the C-Line bus stop at SW Webster St and features plentiful street parking.
For more information, access our online brochure.
Contact julie@waypowercoaching.com for more information.
(For location – see this site.)
This is a FREE, WEEKLY, IN-PERSON active writing group grounded in the Amherst Writers and Artists method. It is a safe, critique-free space.
WRITERS OF ALL LEVELS WELCOME. Whether you haven’t picked up a pen since high school or are a pro, you are welcome. 16 and up. For more on AWA method go to Amherstwriters.org.
THE COVID RULES: To protect our immunocompromised writers, we ask that all participants be vaccinated against COVID and, if eligible, receive timely COVID variant boosters. We follow the King County Health Department recommendations regarding masking, OR if any member of our group requests it, we will all wear masks even if KCHD does not recommend it. Please bring a mask just in case. We have extras. Thank you for doing your part to protect members whose medical concerns or treatments make COVID infection potentially deadly.
REGISTRATION IS FREE BUT REQUIRED: Go to meetup.com/seattle-writers-block
PROCESS:
1-3 writing sessions within each 3-hour meeting. Expect to be writing for approximately 2 hours. Writing prompts will be offered as a starting point, use them or follow your own muse. After each writing session, those who wish are invited to read their work aloud for encouraging, positive response. We do not critique each other’s writing, but instead support the work and the effort.
BRING:
Snacks to share
Whatever you like to write on (paper, computer, papyrus . . .)
Ready encouragement for other writers
LEAVE AT HOME:
Pieces you’ve already written. Sharing in this group is limited to work written during the session.
Judgment of others efforts
Regular weekly family reading time, now in Paper Boat’s new Junction space.
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
North Admiral Neighborhood History Walking Tour: “Captains and a Colonel on Columbia”
4th Saturdays June, Aug, and Sept, 11:00-12:15 pm
45th Ave SW and Seattle StreetNestled in the North Admiral residential neighborhood is a collection of architecturally or historically significant homes. Take a walk passing by twelve such homes built between 1889 and 1910, exploring how and why the area was developed.
The tour begins at the northwest corner of 45th Ave SW and Seattle Street. Please try to scatter your parking so that it doesn’t congest the immediate area at that corner. Registration will be limited to 15 people.
Tours are offered on fourth Saturdays at 11:00 am and run until 12:15 pm. They involve a one-mile walk. Please be advised that the route is inaccessible for users of strollers and wheeled mobility aids, since it includes curbs and sidewalks which are unpaved and/or which lack (curb) ramps.
To learn more and register for a walking tour, please visit: loghousemuseum.org
The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).
Tue/Thu: 5 pm–8 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am–4 pm
West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.
Art Glass Pumpkin Patch – The Last One!
Avalon Glassworks will be open for one final weekend for the Last Art Glass Pumpkin Patch and clearance of remaining inventory.
Saturday, August 22, 2026 and
Sunday, August 23, 2026
12-4pm
Avalon Glassworks
2914 SW Avalon Way
WESTWOOD VILLAGE INVITES THE COMMUNITY TO ITS ANNUAL ‘END OF SUMMER FESTIVAL’ ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 22ND
Free Family Event Features Crafts, Games and Children’s Entertainment
WHAT: Westwood Village, a landmark open-air shopping destination on the south end of West Seattle, invites the community to its annual “End of Summer Festival” from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 22nd, held in the Westwood Village parking lot. Families can enjoy crafts, games, face painting, a balloon artist, and music from a live DJ during this free community celebration. This event is free and open to the public; no pre-registration is required.
WHEN: Saturday, August 22nd: Noon – 3 p.m.
FLUTES IN THE FOREST – FREE outdoor classical music concerts
Enjoy the sounds of Flute and Keyboard – two different programs on two different Saturdays; both concerts from 3:00 – 4:00 PM at Schmitz Preserve Park in West Seattle
August 15 – IvoryRose (Jennie Goldberg, flute and Nancy Kubo, piano) will perform a special children’s program: Luna’s Magic Flute by Blaz Pucihar – a delightful adventure story set to music. The second half will feature baroque to contemporary pieces, including JS Bach, John Rutter, Herman Beeftink, and Mel Bonis.
August 22 – Toujaise (Jennie Goldberg and Jamie Cornutt on flutes and Robin Anderson on keyboard) play a variety of trios including Bach, Franz Doppler, Jon Raybould, Sousa and more!
Bring your own chair or blanket; stay as long as you’d like.
Schmitz Preserve Park is in West Seattle at 5551 SW Admiral Way. Enter Schmitz Park off SW Admiral Way and SW Stevens Way. Walk the paved road 300 feet to the sound of flutes in the forest. Plenty of street parking along SW Stevens.
Concert is FREE and open to the public.
Note: There are no restrooms in the park.
Walk-in Massage Clinic
Nepenthe
9447 35th Ave SW
Saturdays 3-5 pm
*FREE*
*First come first served
*Short specific sessions
DNDA is having our 30th annual Wine in the Woods event on August 22nd, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Set in the beautiful private garden surrounding the historic West Seattle home of longtime DNDA supporter Maryanne Tagney, this special evening brings together nature, community, and purpose.
Wine in the Woods is one of DNDA’s most important annual fundraisers, supporting programs that connect people with nature, restore local ecosystems, and create meaningful outdoor experiences for youth, families, and volunteers across West Seattle. Guests will enjoy wine and refreshments while learning about DNDA’s environmental justice work, current projects, and vision for the future. Attendees will be invited to make a donation in support of these programs.
As DNDA celebrates its 30th anniversary, we’re proud of the impact we’ve made together. In the past year alone, our nature programs engaged more than 1,000 youth, mobilized over 2,200 volunteers, restored habitat throughout the Delridge corridor, and planted nearly 2,500 native plants.
Wine in the Woods Tickets, Saturday, August 22 • 4 PM – 6 PM | Eventbrite
October 4th: We’re kicking off Super Smash Saturdays, which will run every Saturday except the second Saturday of the month. Register now to enter the Friendlies or Competitive bracket!
Saturday: 6:30 pm-10 pm
Drama Dock Theatre Company proudly announces its upcoming production of RENT, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, running August 19–23, 2026 at Vashon Center for the Arts.
More than three decades after its Broadway debut, RENT remains one of the most influential and beloved musicals of a generation. Set in New York City’s East Village, the show follows a vibrant community of young artists and friends navigating love, identity, creativity, and survival during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis. Featuring iconic songs including “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me,” RENT continues to resonate deeply with audiences through its themes of connection, resilience, and living fully in the present moment.
“RENT is about community, chosen family, and finding hope and joy in the face of uncertainty,” said Drama Dock Artistic Director Kelly Godell. “It’s a powerful piece of musical theatre that still feels urgent and deeply human. We’re thrilled to bring this extraordinary production to Vashon audiences as part of Drama Dock’s 50th anniversary season.”
Drama Dock’s production will feature a cast of local and regional performers alongside a live band, bringing Larson’s unforgettable rock score to life on the Vashon Center for the Arts stage. Cast List: Kyle Sinclair (Roger), Hail Quackenbush (Mark), Sierra Tinhof (Mimi), Zoey Wilson (Maureen), Vanessa Bassi (Joanne), Ethan Jarvik (Tom Collins), Gabriel Dawson (Angel), Matt Wilson (Benny), and in the Ensemble: Bethie Hungerford, Alison Bagby, Maya Krah, Brooke Osment, Erika Strandberg, Leonard Su, Meg Thompson.
Production Team:
Director and Producer – Kelly Godell, Stage Manager – Elise Ericksen, Assistant Stage Manager – Sumi Suda, Costumer – Erika Strandberg, Choreographer – Maya Krah, Music Director – Marita Ericksen, Vocal Coach – Weslie Brown, Rehearsal Pianist Korby Myrick, Scenic Designer – Ryan Ross, Master Carpenter – Scott DeNies, Lighting Designer – Alex Wren, Lighting Operator – Jess Bell, Sound Designer/Operator – Dillon Stearnes, Properties – Patti Curtis Hair, Stagehands – Gracie Biggs and Eloise Godell. Band – John Pierce, Rick Doussett, Peter Bonow, Marita Ericksen, Marlowe Cardoza,
Founded in 1976, Drama Dock Theatre Company has spent nearly 50 years creating accessible, community-driven theatre experiences on Vashon Island. The company’s 50th anniversary season celebrates five decades of artistic storytelling, collaboration, and cultural enrichment for island audiences and artists alike.
Performance Schedule:
Wednesday, August 19 – 7:30 PM Thursday, August 20 – 7:30 PM Friday, August 21 – 7:30 PM Saturday, August 22 –7:30 PM Sunday, August 23 – 2:00 PM
Tickets and additional information are available at www.dramadock.org.
This year promises to be bigger than ever! Join us on Friday August 21st afternoon/evening for some great acoustic talent and outdoor eating/drinking and then all day Saturday August 22nd for dozens of local vendors and 10 great musical acts on our MainStage.
We’ve added a block this year with more food, vendors and activities.
California Ave will be closed down from Admiral Way to College and College will be closed from California Ave to 42nd Ave for an extended place to wander through local vendors, relax at your favorite bar/restaurant in front of our MainStage, chat with the good people at some exceptional West Seattle nonprofits. This year will feature a family/kids area and a wellness area filled with some of the best people in Admiral and West Seattle who are bringing life and goodness to the neighborhood.The fun begins on Friday, August 21st at 3 pm with music and a chance to wander the closed streets. Then on Saturday the 22nd the streets will be filled with vendors, music, food and activities from 10 am-9 pm.
Beats on Saturdays:
DJ sets by some of the region’s top DJs and musicians. 9 pm – 1 am.
Megastar Karaoke 🎤
Days: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
Times: 9 pm to closeShort description: karaoke – wed, fri, sat with your host with the most Kdj Mythikal, Thursday with your host Kdj Micah
“White center to the bone” pool table, sports tvs, full bar, great food, pull tabs. Daily food & drink specials.
9454 Delridge Way SWNo entry fee or cover charge
Web link: maxstrianglepub.com
Saturdays at 10 PM we have Karaoke
Come run with us. We are a group of runners, and some walkers, of all ages and all paces, here to support each other since 1994. We meet every Sunday morning at 8:30 am in front of the Statue of Liberty on Alki beach. For more information visit www.westseattlerunningclub.org.
West Seattle Running Club is an independent, all-volunteer club and is not affiliated with West Seattle Runner, the local running store. We just happen to share a neighborhood and a love of running.
Join us for a conversational 3-5 mile run, then hang out after for a coffee & bite to eat! Find us on Heylo: heylo.group/westies-run-club or on IG @westiesrunclub to see our rotating locations as we explore West Seattle.
American Mah Jongg
At The Missing Piece in West Seattle
4707 California SWWe’re back! Come play Mah Jongg at The Missing Piece, the new location in the heart of the Junction, 4707 California Ave SW #B, Seattle, WA 98116-4412. It’s across the street from Easy Street Records.
Game times for all playing levels, including beginners, are:
Sundays 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Wednesdays 2 PM – 4 PM
We play 3 different versions of this fun table game that is growing in popularity across the nation:
– Traditional American (National Mah Jongg League rules)
– Taiwanese Mahjong
– And a more challenging version of American, called Siamese MJ.Contact Stacey Rea for more information: stacey1955@gmail.com.
KindieWest Music Fest
August 23rd 2026
10 am – 1 pm
Fauntleroy SchoolhouseA free family concert for all ages featuring independent musicians, an instrument petting zoo, and sing along activities and local food truck favorites. No ticket required, though we will be accepting donations to Fauntleroy Children’s Center as part of our tuition scholarship fund for families in need.
Hosted by Fauntleroy Community Service Agency and Fauntleroy Children’s Center
West Seattle Area Master Gardener Plant Clinics are Starting
The WSU Extension King County Master Gardeners will again be offering plant diagnostic clinics in the West Seattle area. Master Gardeners provide research-based home gardening information focused on environmentally friendly and sustainable practices. The clinic schedule is:
Delridge Home Depot – Saturdays, 10AM – 2PM – April 25 – August 29 (No clinic on Saturday, July 4) – Look for us in the Garden Center.WS Farmers Market – Sundays, 10AM – 2PM – April 26 – September 13 (No clinics on Sunday, July 5 and Sunday, July 12)
West Seattle Bee Festival – Saturday, May 16 – 12PM – 3PM
South Park branch of Seattle Public Library – Saturday, May 30, 10AM – 2PM
West Seattle Nursery – Sunday, July 12 – 11AM – 3PMHave a home gardening question but can’t get to a clinic? The Master Gardeners have an email clinic – askamastergardener@kingmg.org
Every Sunday, year-round! In The West Seattle Junction, on California Ave SW between SW Oregon and SW Alaska. Look for the newest Ripe ‘n’ Ready List here.
NIA fitness classes
Every Sunday 10:15 am – 11:15 amPerformed barefoot to soul-stirring music from around the globe, Nia is a blend of dance, martial arts, and healing techniques. This class is adaptable for all levels, from couch potato to seasoned athlete. Teacher Jeanna Wheeler has over 20 years of experience teaching fitness classes, and trained with the creators of Nia in Portland, OR. For more info, and to register to try your first class free, visit:
eventbrite.com/e/nia-healing-dance-fitness-for-body-and-soul-tickets-1024104894307?aff=oddtdtcreatorThe dance studio is located in a historic speakeasy basement under the veterans’ center. The address is 3618 SW Alaska St, but the entrance is on the 37th Ave SW side of the building (NOT the main entrance at the front). The studio is open 15 min before the class start time, so arrive early and come downstairs to join us!
Energy Reset: Mini Sessions for Body & Soul
Inner Alchemy, Treasures and Transformation Shop located at 4312 SW Oregon Street
Sundays during the West Seattle Farmers Market from 10:30-2:30 pm, 30 minutes for $45
Step into a gentle field of healing with our Energy Mini Sessions—offered on a first-come, first-served basis. These 30-minute sessions are a beautiful way to receive the restorative benefits of Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy, or Sound Healing in a shorter format. Whether you’re seeking calm, clarity, or a simple energetic reset, each modality offers a unique and nurturing experience to support your well-being.
Come as you are, take a sacred pause, and let your nervous system exhale.
On the same weekend that Cascade Bicycle Club rides to Vancouver BC, West Seattle Bike Connections will be riding to Canada. Canada Street, that is.
Like the little STP, Seattle Street to Portland Street, this is a great family ride.
Ride Overview
• Distance: 10 miles • Elevation Gain: Approximately 517 feet • Pace: Social and regrouping • Stops: One Seattle Street and two Canada Drive stops o First stop: Seattle Street ~mile 1.1 o Second stop: Canada I ~mile 5.4 o Third stop: Canada II ~mile 7.5
(includes a potential bathroom break at the ride leader’s home) • Post-Ride Gathering: The Good Society Brewery at mile 10 (the final stop!)Ride Details
Pace Leisurely (10-12 mph)
Distance 8-15 miles
Terrain Some hills
Regroup Frequent regroups
Weather Rain or shine
Route LoopFull details:
https://everydayrides.com/events/6a7d0fc50b389fe49604b45a-little-seattle-to-canada-ride
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Have fun at our Makers Art Market at Alki Beach (next to the Alki Bathhouse) from 11a–5p! Set right by the ocean, it’s the perfect day out — shop 25+ PNW makers (ceramics, jewelry, paintings, pet accessories, and more), then grab lunch, coffee, or ice cream at one of the many nearby spots. Bring your friends and family and come to support our local creative community!
The West Seattle Tool Library is open at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center space (east side of main building).
Tue/Thu: 5 pm–8 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am–4 pm
West Seattle Tool Library provides free, community access to a wide variety of tools, training, and sustainable resources. Utilizing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tools, our membership has successfully grown entire community orchards, built mini-greenhouses, and even just mowed their own lawns. From basic tasks to brilliant innovations, the projects accomplished by the West Seattle Tool Library’s 780+ members have made all the tools in the collection proud to be working again.
West Seattle Resist: Sunday Solidarity Action
Time: Every Sunday 11:30 am-1:30 pm (Rain or Shine)
Location: Corner of California Ave SW & SW Alaska St in the Junction
Bring your signs, noisemakers, and energy to peacefully express your resistance to the current government. Join us to make our voices heard, together.
Art Glass Pumpkin Patch – The Last One!
Avalon Glassworks will be open for one final weekend for the Last Art Glass Pumpkin Patch and clearance of remaining inventory.
Saturday, August 22, 2026 and
Sunday, August 23, 2026
12-4pm
Avalon Glassworks
2914 SW Avalon Way
It will be every (updated) Sunday, 12:30-1:30 pm, at the Alaska Junction. Called “Bang the Pots for Gaza.” We are making noise to demand aid be let into Gaza. Everyone is welcome to bring noisemakers, signs, and their voices. This is a family-friendly gathering.
Drama Dock Theatre Company proudly announces its upcoming production of RENT, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, running August 19–23, 2026 at Vashon Center for the Arts.
More than three decades after its Broadway debut, RENT remains one of the most influential and beloved musicals of a generation. Set in New York City’s East Village, the show follows a vibrant community of young artists and friends navigating love, identity, creativity, and survival during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis. Featuring iconic songs including “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me,” RENT continues to resonate deeply with audiences through its themes of connection, resilience, and living fully in the present moment.
“RENT is about community, chosen family, and finding hope and joy in the face of uncertainty,” said Drama Dock Artistic Director Kelly Godell. “It’s a powerful piece of musical theatre that still feels urgent and deeply human. We’re thrilled to bring this extraordinary production to Vashon audiences as part of Drama Dock’s 50th anniversary season.”
Drama Dock’s production will feature a cast of local and regional performers alongside a live band, bringing Larson’s unforgettable rock score to life on the Vashon Center for the Arts stage. Cast List: Kyle Sinclair (Roger), Hail Quackenbush (Mark), Sierra Tinhof (Mimi), Zoey Wilson (Maureen), Vanessa Bassi (Joanne), Ethan Jarvik (Tom Collins), Gabriel Dawson (Angel), Matt Wilson (Benny), and in the Ensemble: Bethie Hungerford, Alison Bagby, Maya Krah, Brooke Osment, Erika Strandberg, Leonard Su, Meg Thompson.
Production Team:
Director and Producer – Kelly Godell, Stage Manager – Elise Ericksen, Assistant Stage Manager – Sumi Suda, Costumer – Erika Strandberg, Choreographer – Maya Krah, Music Director – Marita Ericksen, Vocal Coach – Weslie Brown, Rehearsal Pianist Korby Myrick, Scenic Designer – Ryan Ross, Master Carpenter – Scott DeNies, Lighting Designer – Alex Wren, Lighting Operator – Jess Bell, Sound Designer/Operator – Dillon Stearnes, Properties – Patti Curtis Hair, Stagehands – Gracie Biggs and Eloise Godell. Band – John Pierce, Rick Doussett, Peter Bonow, Marita Ericksen, Marlowe Cardoza,
Founded in 1976, Drama Dock Theatre Company has spent nearly 50 years creating accessible, community-driven theatre experiences on Vashon Island. The company’s 50th anniversary season celebrates five decades of artistic storytelling, collaboration, and cultural enrichment for island audiences and artists alike.
Performance Schedule:
Wednesday, August 19 – 7:30 PM Thursday, August 20 – 7:30 PM Friday, August 21 – 7:30 PM Saturday, August 22 –7:30 PM Sunday, August 23 – 2:00 PM
Tickets and additional information are available at www.dramadock.org.
The Evolving Man – Men’s Group
Join us for an immersive men’s gathering focused on nervous system regulation, authentic connection, and personal growth.
Dates
June 28, 2026
July 26, 2026
August 23, 2026
Time5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location
Inner Alchemy
3618 SW Alaska StWhat to Expect
The evening begins with guided practices designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect:
Meditation
Breathwork
Intention Setting
Sound Bath
Following the guided experience, participants will engage in meaningful group discussion focused on connection, vulnerability, fellowship, and personal growth.Who It’s For
Open to any individual who identifies as male and is seeking deeper connection, emotional growth, self-awareness, and community.
Come as you are. Leave feeling more grounded, connected, and aligned with who you truly are.
TSUNDAY SERVICE
Date: Sunday, August 23rd
Time: Doors 6:30 pm, Show 7:00 pm
Location: Kenyon Hall (7904 35th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98126)
Price: $15 – $200 sliding scale, profits to West Seattle Food Bank
Ticket Link: https://donorbox.org/events/949157/steps/choose_tickets
Event Summary:
Led by the Good Rev. N.M. Langston, this make-believe church revival is sheer, joyful jubilance. While not actually religious in any way, this loving send-up of a church service combines exquisite art, music, film, and poetry. While the church may have been invented from thin air, the community, the gratitude, the singing of “hymns,” the togetherness, and the soulful feels are very much real.
Featuring Fox & Bones, Nick Jaina, Quenton Baker, Kaylee Cole, Jeremy Buben, and more.
Profits from this revival will be donated to the West Seattle Food Bank. Buying a ticket at a higher price will help us raise funds for kids’ weekend meal kits for hard-up families in our neighborhood.
Detailed Description:
Led by the Good Rev. N.M. Langston, this make-believe church revival is sheer, joyful jubilance. While not actually religious in any way, this loving send-up of a church service combines exquisite art, music, film, and poetry. Dubious claims that “The Chapel of Immaculate Bombast” was founded in 1981 have gone unconfirmed. But while the church may have been invented from thin air, the community, the gratitude, the singing of “hymns,” the togetherness, and the soulful feels are very much real.
Profits from this revival will be donated to the West Seattle Food Bank. Buying a ticket at a higher price will help us raise funds for kids’ weekend meal kits for hard-up families in our neighborhood.
FEATURING…
Fox and Bones
https://youtu.be/Iynt27q9UdA?si=5S4dXjCs9_gXRmaF
Fox and Bones is an internationally acclaimed folk-pop duo based in Portland, Oregon, formed in 2016 by singer-songwriters Sarah Vitort and Scott Gilmore. Known for their retro-tinged, modern vintage Americana anthems, they have toured extensively and their hardworking approach has earned them significant industry recogbnition, including an award for the Best Folk/Americana Album of 2024 at the PNW Music Awards for their album Long Time Honey.Nick Jaina
https://youtu.be/M47iv0sg-6k?si=BYovL8S97JRNrYByNick Jaina is a musician and author and was an Oregon Book Award finalist in 2015 for his memoir Get It While You Can, which is now in its third printing. His writing has appeared in Atlantic Monthly, McSweeney’s Quarterly and his bibliography includes the autofiction book Spektrum (2022), the novel Hitomi, and the new poetic photo essay Abrazo. He has released many beloved albums under his own name, including 2025’s The Monster Mash. He co-founded and was music director for a ballet company in New York City called Satellite that involved dancers from Juilliard and the New York City Ballet and performed at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, garnering praise from The New York Times.
Quenton Baker
https://youtu.be/x6siI7YJGJM?si=DerjIJjufDusSi1lQuenton Baker is a poet, educator, and Cave Canem fellow. Their current focus is black interiority and the afterlife of slavery. Their work has appeared in The Offing, Jubilat, Prairie Schooner, The Rumpus and elsewhere. They were a Robert Rauschenberg Artist in Residence and a 2021 National Endowment for the Arts Literature Fellow. They are the author of ballast (Haymarket Books, 2023) and the beast comes to you as smoke (forthcoming in 2027, Haymarket Books).
Kaylee Cole
https://youtu.be/_yQP3kwYa8s?si=ZJPnQ5yrjk29h5nYKaylee Cole is a musician, holistic film and event producer, and music supervisor based in Seattle, Washington. She has shared the stage with The Lumineers, The Head and the Heart, and Damien Jurado and has collaborated on projects with TV On The Radio, Hey Marseilles, Pickwick, Widower and many more.
UNDERGROUND TRIVIA
@ Corner Pocket West Seattle
FREE ENTRY
Every Sunday @ 7:30 pm
General Knowledge trivia with one punk-related round
1ST, 2ND, & 3RD place prizes
Two sets, 8 pm and 9 pm, on Sundays.
Daily operations for West Seattle’s only spraypark.
Process-Oriented Group Therapy for Women
Counseling West SeattleEvery other Monday from 5:00 – 6:15 p.m. at 6957 California Ave. SW, Seattle, WA 98136
Potential Topics Include Anxiety, Depression, Identity, Self-Esteem, and Friend & Family Dynamics
Open to women 30 years of age or older who have prior experience in therapy
Approx. 6-8 participantsHosted & Facilitated by Dr. Aubrey Hardesty, PsyD., Licensed Psychologist
$50 per session; insurance information available upon request
Contact Patricia Lusby for intake and scheduling at (253)-777-8280 or scheduling@counselingwestseattle.com
Grief Support Groups
Grief groups are brave and safe spaces where bereaved people can share their stories and speak their loved one’s name without fear of getting advice, platitudes, or being shut out, no matter how long it’s been since their loved one’s passing. Every participant has dedicated time to speak about whatever they’d like, without judgment or interruption. Talking about our deceased loved ones in a supportive environment helps us remember them fully and helps us learn to carry the weight of their loss a little more gently.
These are ongoing, drop-in groups, but space is limited. Because of the sensitive nature of traumatic loss, the Thursday group is open only for those who are traumatic loss survivors. Learn more and register at listeningtogrief.com/groups. Contact Tamara at tamara@listeningtogrief.com with questions.
Mondays: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Mama Be Well Healing Studio
Thursdays: 10 am – 11:30 am, same location, starting 6/4/26$32/session. 4 sessions for $102 (use within 6 weeks). Discounts are available for those who could otherwise not afford to attend.
Organizer Chris was inspired by a group he encountered during an extended stay in Mexico, “a weekly intercambio, or exchange, where Mexicans wishing to learn English and immigrants and tourists wishing to learn Spanish could practice speaking in a casual atmosphere in a cafe.” Upon return, he formed one, and now it meets twice weekly:
We began meeting on Wednesday nights upstairs at Mission Cantina about two months ago. Mission has truly made us feel at home and we regularly have between 5-15 attendees. One of our members started up a Monday night group upstairs at Future Primitive Brewing in White Center that is growing weekly. Other members have stepped up to be admins or to provide graphics.
We are a welcoming group wherever you are on your Spanish journey. Beginners get a chance to practice speaking with others. Intermediate speakers can learn with others. And more fluent speakers have enjoyed the chance to be able to speak Spanish with others. It has been impressive to see the patient good hearted people attending build a real sense of community.
We meet from 6:30-8:30 on Monday nights upstairs at Future Primitive Brewing at 9832 14th Ave SW in White Center. Farm Boy is closed that night, but you can bring in food from any place in White Center. The space is excellent for conversation.
We also meet from 6:30-8:30 on Wednesday nights upstairs at Mission Cantina at 2325 California Ave SW. You order your food or drink at the bar and they will bring it up to you.
If you are interested in joining us, please come! The only structure involved is to try and speak as much Spanish as you can. No RSVP is necessary and it is okay to arrive late if you need to. Gracias a todos!
Mondays: 6:30-10 pm
Open D&DSeattle’s largest open D&D group can be found at Meeples Games. First time playing? No problem. Experienced player? Great! This group is for everyone from beginners of all age groups.
Each drop in session is $5, with a chance to join one of the continued campaigns. Seats are first come first serve.
Monday AUGUST 3rd
BALORICO Salsa & Bachata classes at Viva Arts, 4421 Fauntleroy Way SW. Signup at www.balorico.dance.*Salsa & Bachata for Beginners
Ongoing Mondays 7 pm (Teens welcome)*Salsa on 2 for experienced dancers (Heels)
Ongoing Mondays 8 pm
Every Monday. 7:00 pm.
Corner Pocket Classic Pool tournament.
Double Elimination, 16-person cap, alternating 8ball and 9ball each week.
$10 buy-in
On a full 16-person bracket, paid out to 4th place. 7 pm start. No late entry.
Every Monday: Doors open at 6:45, meeting is from 7-8:30
Alki UCC
6115 SW Hinds St, Seattle, WA 98116
Contact: alkidharmacommunity@gmail.comLooking to try mediation for the first time or find a local Sangha? Join us weekly at Alki UCC every Monday night for a meeting of the Alki Dharma Community.
Meeting begins with a 20 minute silent seated meditation, followed by a short reading and discussion.
Everyone is welcome and all skill levels appreciated! Cushions and chairs provided, accessibility needs considered. Donations appreciated but not required.
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