South Seattle College’s Georgetown Campus will host the eighth annual Seattle Stand Down on Dec. 13 and Dec. 14, where homeless and at-risk veterans and their families will be offered free access to a wide array of resources and services.

The Seattle Stand Down, a volunteer team of veterans dedicated to supporting veterans experiencing homelessness, is a one-stop shop for resources and services available to veterans who currently lack permanent housing or simply need a “hand up” in order to prevent homelessness.

Representatives from local businesses, non-profits, educational institutions, and all levels of government will be on hand with volunteers to provide medical screenings, eye exams, dental services, legal aid, employment opportunities, housing assistance, case management referrals, haircuts, personal hygiene items and meals.  The two-day event will also offer employment assistance and legal resources.

Services and resources will be provided at the Gene Colin Education Hall – Bldg C, 6737 Corson Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98108. Parking passes will be made available to veterans receiving services.

The Seattle Stand Down is unique from other stand down events in that it has a separate area designated for women where they can feel safe and comfortable. Providers will offer services specifically for women veterans including health care, advocacy, counseling, employment and personal care.

The Seattle Stand Down was founded as a community service project of student veterans at Seattle Central College. The Seattle Colleges District has hosted the event since its inception eight years ago.  Major funding for the Seattle Stand Down has been made possible through a Veterans Employment and Training Service grant from the U.S. Department of Labor as well as additional funding through the King County Veterans Program, funded by the Veteran, Seniors and Human Services Levy.

[South Seattle College is a West Seattle Blog sponsor.]

South Seattle College’s Georgetown Campus will host the eighth annual Seattle Stand Down on Dec. 13 and Dec. 14, where homeless and at-risk veterans and their families will be offered free access to a wide array of resources and services.

The Seattle Stand Down, a volunteer team of veterans dedicated to supporting veterans experiencing homelessness, is a one-stop shop for resources and services available to veterans who currently lack permanent housing or simply need a “hand up” in order to prevent homelessness.

Representatives from local businesses, non-profits, educational institutions, and all levels of government will be on hand with volunteers to provide medical screenings, eye exams, dental services, legal aid, employment opportunities, housing assistance, case management referrals, haircuts, personal hygiene items and meals.  The two-day event will also offer employment assistance and legal resources.

Services and resources will be provided at the Gene Colin Education Hall – Bldg C, 6737 Corson Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98108. Parking passes will be made available to veterans receiving services.

The Seattle Stand Down is unique from other stand down events in that it has a separate area designated for women where they can feel safe and comfortable. Providers will offer services specifically for women veterans including health care, advocacy, counseling, employment and personal care.

The Seattle Stand Down was founded as a community service project of student veterans at Seattle Central College. The Seattle Colleges District has hosted the event since its inception eight years ago.  Major funding for the Seattle Stand Down has been made possible through a Veterans Employment and Training Service grant from the U.S. Department of Labor as well as additional funding through the King County Veterans Program, funded by the Veteran, Seniors and Human Services Levy.

[South Seattle College is a West Seattle Blog sponsor.]

Alki Masonic Center and The Christmas People are again sponsoring a complimentary Christmas Buffet on Tuesday, December 25 from noon to 4 p.m.

Marc Smason and Friends will offer musical entertainment. No cost, no offering plate.

Veterans, Homeless, Senior Citizens and those who will be alone on Christmas Day are invited and encouraged to attend.

Alki Masonic Hall, 4736 40th Ave. SW

When: January 1, 10a-12p
Cost: $25 must preregister.
Limit 10

Movement, Mantra and Meditation to revitalize and purify your whole being. with Christine Dormaier

Register at SoundYoga.com

Come celebrate Lunar New Year at Hiawatha Community Center!

Youth ages 12-19 are welcome to join us for our special event featuring zodiac information, a movie on the projector screen, and a New Year’s meal for all attendees.

Valentine Dance
Featuring Sentimental Journey with Dina Blade.
2:00–4:00 pm
Light refreshments
Free admission
Free underground parking

at Brookdale West Seattle

RSVP by February 12 to 206-932-5480

Free and open to all, this donation-driven event will be at the Puget Ridge Edible Park at 5265 18th Ave SW on April 20th 2-4pm.

Event activities include age-based timed-release egg hunt, face painting, bubbles, candy toss, and sack races.

Bring your own basket.

Donations of plastic eggs and non-candy egg stuffers–such as stickers, small toys, or snack coupons–highly encouraged.

Celebrate Earth Day 2019! Everyone is welcome!

Join us either at Holy Rosary or Our Lady of Guadalupe Church to walk to the Rotary View Point totem pole (35th Ave. SW and SW Alaska St.–near West Seattle Stadium) where we will celebrate God’s creation and pray for its protection.

If possible, please bring gloves as we will be collecting litter as we go.

Posters and signs are welcome.

This event is co-sponsored by Holy Rosary Church and OLG Green Ministry.

Celebrate Earth Day 2019! Everyone is welcome!

Join us either at Holy Rosary or Our Lady of Guadalupe Church to walk to the Rotary View Point totem pole (35th Ave. SW and SW Alaska St.–near West Seattle Stadium) where we will celebrate God’s creation and pray for its protection.

If possible, please bring gloves as we will be collecting litter as we go.

Posters and signs are welcome.

This event is co-sponsored by Holy Rosary Church and OLG Green Ministry.

Join American Legion Post 160 and ALA Unit 160 this Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26 at the Morgan Junction Thriftway where members will distribute bright red poppies in honor of our fallen service members. The poppy has become an internationally recognized symbol of the lives sacrificed in war and the hope that none died in vain. One hundred percent of donations go directly to help local veterans.

On September 27, 1920, the poppy became the official flower of The American Legion family to memorialize the soldiers who fought and died during the war. In 1924, the distribution of poppies became a national program of The American Legion.

Each year, members of The American Legion family, led by the American Legion Auxiliary, distribute poppies with a request that the person receiving the flower make a donation to support the future of veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families with medical and financial needs.

Join American Legion Post 160 and ALA Unit 160 this Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26 at the Morgan Junction Thriftway where members will distribute bright red poppies in honor of our fallen service members. The poppy has become an internationally recognized symbol of the lives sacrificed in war and the hope that none died in vain. One hundred percent of donations go directly to help local veterans.

On September 27, 1920, the poppy became the official flower of The American Legion family to memorialize the soldiers who fought and died during the war. In 1924, the distribution of poppies became a national program of The American Legion.

Each year, members of The American Legion family, led by the American Legion Auxiliary, distribute poppies with a request that the person receiving the flower make a donation to support the future of veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families with medical and financial needs.

Who: Family friendly, all are welcome!

What: Memorial Day BBQ. Get to know Phil Tavel, Candidate for Seattle City Council District 1!

When: Monday, May 27th 11 AM-2 PM

Where: Me-Kwa-Mooks Park, 4503 Beach Dr SW

-Suggested donation: $10 or democracy vouchers-

Join American Legion Post 160 as we cook some burger and dogs for our favorite community members! All members of the West Seattle community are invited to enjoy some food.

Memorial Day Cookout
Monday May 27
3:15pm
3618 SW Alaska St

Join West Seattle VFW, The Mission Continues, American Legion Post 206, and the Seattle University Veterans Community as we all come together to give the West Seattle VFW a fresh new look on the exterior of the building! This is a family-friendly event and ALL are encouraged to come out and help give a new look to one of Seattle’s original VFW Posts.

Have questions or want to get involved? Here are the points of contact for each organization:

West Seattle VFW | Steve Strand | asdf123495@gmail.com

Mission Continues | Linh Thai | lthai@missioncontinues.org

American Legion Post 206 | Jordan Houghton | commander@post206.org

Seattle University Veterans Community | Tom Hove | tomhove206@gmail.com

We thank everyone for supporting our mission and vision of giving back!

The West Seattle Chapter of Disabled American Veterans will be hosting its inaugural Pacific Northwest Black Veterans Appreciation and Celebration July 27, 11am-5pm, at its headquarters, located at 4857 Delridge Way SW.

DAV created the event to honor the unique sacrifices and contributions made by our nation’s nearly three million Black Veterans – sacrifices that have often either been completely minimized, or have gone completely overlooked.

The event will include presentations from organizations that serve area veterans, a storytelling block featuring narratives of Black Veterans past and present, and panel discussions focusing on how to best help Black Veterans struggling with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, and the role arts and creativity play in the healing of trauma.

During the Celebration, Chapter 23 will also present its first Distinguished Veterans Service Award to Mrs. Frankie Manning, former Chief of Nursing at VA Puget Sound Health Care System, and founder of the first minority veterans program launched at the hospital.

“The Pacific Northwest Black Veterans Appreciation and Celebration is the result of our yearly lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., and is emblematic of what DAV means when we say we’re all about ‘serving the men and women who’ve served’,” said Ron Bryant, Commander, DAV Chapter 23.

He continued, “With support from our local Congressman, Adam Smith – a man with a proven track record of supporting our military, and of supporting our veterans – we wanted to use our platform as the most diverse DAV chapter in Washington State to help shine a light on those who feel their service to this country remains unappreciated.”

Commander Bryant concluded, “It is an honor to be able to do this for them.”

Entertainment will be provided by DJ TopSpin. A caterednch – free of charge – will be provided by Chef Tarik Abdullah.

The event is free, and is open to the public.

Please join us for the Lantern Festival & Competition (Tết Trung Thu).

There will be lion dancing, cultural performances, and arts and crafts  for kids and much more!

Make your own lantern and enter the lantern competition for a chance to win:

• 1st prize–A Lamborghini Hoverboard
• 2nd prize–A pair of Apple Airpods2
• 3rd prize–A drone with a camera

Sponsored by the Văn-Lang Vietnamese Cultural School and Seattle Parks and Recreation.

RSVP here.

Seattle is changing thousands of residential lots from ‘Single Family’ to ‘Residential Small Lot’ (RSL) as part of the MHA zoning reform. The rules covering RSL have been totally rewritten and there are many questions about how it will affect our neighborhoods such as West Seattle Junction, Morgan Junction and South Park

First, what is RSL and what kinds of new development are we likely to see?

Second, how does RSL address displacement, affordability, density or sustainability?

If you live in an urban village or are interested in innovative infill housing, join Matt Hutchins, AIA for this informational talk.

Mr. Black & Easy Street Records Present:
Nightfall Orphanage – Garage Haunt Experience

“Bad Children go to The Bad Place.” This refrain was common many years ago when Nightfall Orphanage still stood. Many in the community thought it was merely an archaic form of discipline for unruly children, until they began to realize…that all the children were bad.

Mr. Black invites you to step back into the Bad Place, a gateway into the phantasmagoric realm of the Dark Reach that exists in the shadows between worlds. The radiant abyss where spectral echoes of what once was, and what should not be, materialize and take shape.

They burned Nightfall Orphanage to the ground years ago…But sometimes evil rises from the ashes, some echoes never really fade, and some shadows never see the light.

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

October 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 & Nov 1, 2

Admission is free but we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for West Seattle Food Bank.

Nightfall Orphanage may be too scary for younger children. Parental consideration is advised.

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Mr. Black & Easy Street Records Present:
Nightfall Orphanage – Garage Haunt Experience

“Bad Children go to The Bad Place.” This refrain was common many years ago when Nightfall Orphanage still stood. Many in the community thought it was merely an archaic form of discipline for unruly children, until they began to realize…that all the children were bad.

Mr. Black invites you to step back into the Bad Place, a gateway into the phantasmagoric realm of the Dark Reach that exists in the shadows between worlds. The radiant abyss where spectral echoes of what once was, and what should not be, materialize and take shape.

They burned Nightfall Orphanage to the ground years ago…But sometimes evil rises from the ashes, some echoes never really fade, and some shadows never see the light.

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

October 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 & Nov 1, 2

Admission is free but we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for West Seattle Food Bank.

Nightfall Orphanage may be too scary for younger children. Parental consideration is advised.

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Spooky fun for the howl family! Carnival games and prizes and a Spooky Scream Room for the brave Trick-or-Treaters. For more information please contact Alki at 206-684-7430. Teen and adult volunteers are greatly appreciated.

$.25 per ticket or $7 per unlimited bracelet

Mr. Black & Easy Street Records Present:
Nightfall Orphanage – Garage Haunt Experience

“Bad Children go to The Bad Place.” This refrain was common many years ago when Nightfall Orphanage still stood. Many in the community thought it was merely an archaic form of discipline for unruly children, until they began to realize…that all the children were bad.

Mr. Black invites you to step back into the Bad Place, a gateway into the phantasmagoric realm of the Dark Reach that exists in the shadows between worlds. The radiant abyss where spectral echoes of what once was, and what should not be, materialize and take shape.

They burned Nightfall Orphanage to the ground years ago…But sometimes evil rises from the ashes, some echoes never really fade, and some shadows never see the light.

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

October 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 & Nov 1, 2

Admission is free but we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for West Seattle Food Bank.

Nightfall Orphanage may be too scary for younger children. Parental consideration is advised.

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Our Lady of Guadalupe School’s annual Halloween Carnival is on the 26th, 4-7 p.m. on the school’s campus:

Airbrush Artist, Bounce Houses, Cake Walk, Carnival Games, Costume Contest, Dunk Tank, Food, Fortune Teller, Live DJ, Photobooth, Trunk-or-Treat.

3401 SW Myrtle Street & 35th Ave SW

Mr. Black & Easy Street Records Present:
Nightfall Orphanage – Garage Haunt Experience

“Bad Children go to The Bad Place.” This refrain was common many years ago when Nightfall Orphanage still stood. Many in the community thought it was merely an archaic form of discipline for unruly children, until they began to realize…that all the children were bad.

Mr. Black invites you to step back into the Bad Place, a gateway into the phantasmagoric realm of the Dark Reach that exists in the shadows between worlds. The radiant abyss where spectral echoes of what once was, and what should not be, materialize and take shape.

They burned Nightfall Orphanage to the ground years ago…But sometimes evil rises from the ashes, some echoes never really fade, and some shadows never see the light.

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

October 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 & Nov 1, 2

Admission is free but we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for West Seattle Food Bank.

Nightfall Orphanage may be too scary for younger children. Parental consideration is advised.

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This event is FREE for all ages. We are collecting non perishable food items for the West Seattle Food Bank.

What:Halloween Scare and Display
When: 10/31 (only)
Where: 2747 44th Ave SW

All Trick-or-Treaters Welcome…Parents, Kids, and Doggies, too!
Candy, Non-candy (Teal Pumpkin House), and Dog Treats.

House will morph during the day on Oct 31 and come alive at dusk!
Warning: Beware of the Scare Zone!

Animatronic/lights for Halloween: “We have a new set this year in a more consolidated set of shows looping about every 16 minutes.”

Skeleton Theatre will return again this year with a remounting of “Ulna 13,” our show about skeletons in space. Here are the performance dates and times:

Skeleton Theatre 2019
Title: Ulna 13
Dates: Thursday, October 31 and Friday, November 1, 2019
Times: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm (The show is about 20 minutes and will loop throughout both evenings)
Location: 36th and Hanford

For more information, visit www.skeletontheatre.com

Join us for a special Halloween in-store with Final Body and special guest, Thursday, October 31st at 7pm! Free & all-ages!

Easy Streeter Scott Helgason lends the baritone vocals in Seattle post-punk band Final Body, their song Lose Health was recently featured as KEXP’s Song Of The Day.

Final Body’s debut album Nothyng evokes the sound of old-school goth with moody basslines and melancholy atmospheres perfect for an All Hallow’s Eve celebration! Come dance the monster mash with us, costumes encouraged but not mandatory.

Free & All-ages!

Mr. Black & Easy Street Records Present:
Nightfall Orphanage – Garage Haunt Experience

“Bad Children go to The Bad Place.” This refrain was common many years ago when Nightfall Orphanage still stood. Many in the community thought it was merely an archaic form of discipline for unruly children, until they began to realize…that all the children were bad.

Mr. Black invites you to step back into the Bad Place, a gateway into the phantasmagoric realm of the Dark Reach that exists in the shadows between worlds. The radiant abyss where spectral echoes of what once was, and what should not be, materialize and take shape.

They burned Nightfall Orphanage to the ground years ago…But sometimes evil rises from the ashes, some echoes never really fade, and some shadows never see the light.

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

October 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 & Nov 1, 2

Admission is free but we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for West Seattle Food Bank.

Nightfall Orphanage may be too scary for younger children. Parental consideration is advised.

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Skeleton Theatre will return again this year with a remounting of “Ulna 13,” our show about skeletons in space. Here are the performance dates and times:

Skeleton Theatre 2019
Title: Ulna 13
Dates: Thursday, October 31 and Friday, November 1, 2019
Times: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm (The show is about 20 minutes and will loop throughout both evenings)
Location: 36th and Hanford

For more information, visit www.skeletontheatre.com

Mr. Black & Easy Street Records Present:
Nightfall Orphanage – Garage Haunt Experience

“Bad Children go to The Bad Place.” This refrain was common many years ago when Nightfall Orphanage still stood. Many in the community thought it was merely an archaic form of discipline for unruly children, until they began to realize…that all the children were bad.

Mr. Black invites you to step back into the Bad Place, a gateway into the phantasmagoric realm of the Dark Reach that exists in the shadows between worlds. The radiant abyss where spectral echoes of what once was, and what should not be, materialize and take shape.

They burned Nightfall Orphanage to the ground years ago…But sometimes evil rises from the ashes, some echoes never really fade, and some shadows never see the light.

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

October 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 & Nov 1, 2

Admission is free but we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for West Seattle Food Bank.

Nightfall Orphanage may be too scary for younger children. Parental consideration is advised.

Share This

Mr. Black & Easy Street Records Present:
Nightfall Orphanage – Garage Haunt Experience

“Bad Children go to The Bad Place.” This refrain was common many years ago when Nightfall Orphanage still stood. Many in the community thought it was merely an archaic form of discipline for unruly children, until they began to realize…that all the children were bad.

Mr. Black invites you to step back into the Bad Place, a gateway into the phantasmagoric realm of the Dark Reach that exists in the shadows between worlds. The radiant abyss where spectral echoes of what once was, and what should not be, materialize and take shape.

They burned Nightfall Orphanage to the ground years ago…But sometimes evil rises from the ashes, some echoes never really fade, and some shadows never see the light.

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

October 18, 19, 25, 26, 31 & Nov 1, 2

Admission is free but we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for West Seattle Food Bank.

Nightfall Orphanage may be too scary for younger children. Parental consideration is advised.

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Dreading the holiday season because of the death of a loved one?

Grace Church is hosting a Surviving the Holidays one-time gathering.

For more information, call Barb Stuart at 206-932-7459.

Dream Dinners West Seattle New Owner Open House & Holiday Menu Tasting Party

Do you love delicious samples and giveaways? Join us for our New Owner Open House & Holiday Menu Tasting Party! Mark your calendar for Tuesday, November 5th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.

What to Expect:
– Participate in giveaways every 15 minutes
– Sample our holiday side dishes
– Meet our new owners and our wonderful team
– Make a free meal if you are new to Dream Dinners*
– Win a prize if you are one of the first 25 people to bring a new guest to the party

This party is a free, family-friendly event at our West Seattle store, which is located at 4701 41st Ave SW, Suite 110, on the east side of Jefferson Square. Please help us plan by sending an RSVP to WestSeattle WA@dreamdinners.com or give us a call at 206-938-5999.

We look forward to sharing the secret to easy holidays with you!

*The free dinner is exclusive for new guests as a way to sample Dream Dinners at home.

Browse the work of 18 area artists and artistic crafters during this 10th annual show and take home something special for a loved one or to enjoy yourself.

Fauntleroy Fine Art & Holiday Gift Show @ Fauntleroy Church
Nov. 8 @ 5:00-8:00 pm
Nov. 9 @ 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Nov. 10 @ 11:00 am-2:00 pm

Participating artists are listed here (PDF).

Browse the work of 18 area artists and artistic crafters during this 10th annual show and take home something special for a loved one or to enjoy yourself.

Fauntleroy Fine Art & Holiday Gift Show @ Fauntleroy Church
Nov. 8 @ 5:00-8:00 pm
Nov. 9 @ 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Nov. 10 @ 11:00 am-2:00 pm

From the Highland Park Improvement Club (HPIC):

Holiday Bazaar

November 9th
10 am-3 pm
20+ vendors
Bar is open
Food for sale by HPIC volunteers

Browse the work of 18 area artists and artistic crafters during this 10th annual show and take home something special for a loved one or to enjoy yourself.

Fauntleroy Fine Art & Holiday Gift Show @ Fauntleroy Church
Nov. 8 @ 5:00-8:00 pm
Nov. 9 @ 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Nov. 10 @ 11:00 am-2:00 pm

Create sounds for the holidays!!
At the Senior Center of West Seattle on Thursday, November 14 from 1 pm to 2 pm.

Using her skills as a music therapist, Meg Harmon, MT-BC, will bring joy and connection through this interactive music-making experience designed to get every participant engaged, regardless of acuity or ability, in creating recognizable melodies.

This class is free, but you must register in advance as there is a maximum capacity of 15 people. To register, stop by the front desk or call 206.932.4044 x1.

Bake Sale and Bazaar!!

Providence Mt. St. Vincent
4831 35th Avenue SW
Fri-Sat Nov. 15 & 16 Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.! Welcome to our 15th Bazaar! Lots of wonderful things including

vintage ornaments, decorated table top trees, wreaths, garlands, bears, pet gifts, Santas, angels, snowmen, home decor and more!

Fabulous raffle basket and beautiful raffle quilt. The bake sale will be wonderful and, of course, includes JoAnne’s Fabulous Fudge.

Every penny we earn goes toward our residents’ programs. See you there!

Bake Sale and Bazaar!!

Providence Mt. St. Vincent
4831 35th Avenue SW
Fri-Sat Nov. 15 & 16 Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.! Welcome to our 15th Bazaar! Lots of wonderful things including

vintage ornaments, decorated table top trees, wreaths, garlands, bears, pet gifts, Santas, angels, snowmen, home decor and more!

Fabulous raffle basket and beautiful raffle quilt. The bake sale will be wonderful and, of course, includes JoAnne’s Fabulous Fudge.

Every penny we earn goes toward our residents’ programs. See you there!

Junction True Value Hardware’s Annual Christmas Open House

November 16th 10 am – 2 pm

Enter the ugly sweater contest. The winner receives a $100 Junction True Value Gift Card!
Enjoy Christmas carolers from West Seattle High School Choir and Chief Sealth High School Choir. They will be singing holiday favorites.

Homemade cookies, hot apple cider, free popcorn, free gifts and giveaways.

Enter drawings for a Weber Q1200 Grill with Stand. There will also be a drawing for kids.

20% off on all regularly priced Christmas decorations.

Donation area set up to benefit the West Seattle Food Bank. Please bring non-perishable, canned and packaged foods with you to the Christmas Open House

Junction True Value
4747 44th Ave SW
206-932-0450

7th Annual Holiday Bazaar

Handmade Arts & Crafts; Fair Trade Gifts & Food
Bake Sale benefiting the West Seattle Food Bank
Free children’s crafts and hot lunch available for purchase on Saturday

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday 11/16/19
12 noon-3 p.m. Sunday 11/17/19

Peace Lutheran Church, 8316 39th Ave. SW, www.peacelutheranseattle.org. Corner of SW Thistle and 39th Ave SW.

At West Seattle Nursery:

The Greenhouse and Garden Center will be filled with festive holiday decor and gift items.

Great food
Free coffee
Door prizes

11 a.m. – Holiday Houseplant Arrangements with Brandon Nagata​

Noon – Wreath Making Demonstration with Kevin Kuprienko

1 p.m. – Creating a Thanksgiving Centerpiece with Jenn Dowell

7th Annual Holiday Bazaar

Handmade Arts & Crafts; Fair Trade Gifts & Food
Bake Sale benefiting the West Seattle Food Bank
Free children’s crafts and hot lunch available for purchase on Saturday

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday 11/16/19
12 noon-3 p.m. Sunday 11/17/19

Peace Lutheran Church, 8316 39th Ave. SW, www.peacelutheranseattle.org. Corner of SW Thistle and 39th Ave SW.

West Seattle resident, Warren Burrows, MD, of the Climate Reality Project, will be giving a free lecture on climate change at the West Seattle Library.

Dr. Burrows will be discussing current information on climate change: the good and the bad news. All are welcome, including the skeptical, the worried, and the busy.

Bazaar at Arrowhead Gardens:

At The Kenney (WSB sponsor):

Begin your Christmas shopping early! Find one-of-a-kind handmade items from talented vendors and treasures from our Rummage Sale! Enjoy a sweet treat from our Bake Sale and take a break in the Coffee Lounge. All proceeds benefit The Kenney Resident Care Fund.

Interested vendors, please contact Danette Utley by emailing dutley@thekenney.org.

The 21st annual Beer Church Turkey Bowl! We will be bowling at the West Seattle Bowl on Saturday, November 23rd from 5:30 to 8 p.m. to benefit the West Seattle Food Bank.

Lanes are completely sold out. Even so, we encourage the community to come join the fun.

– enter to win target raffle prizes (tickets are $5, must be present to win; drawing will be around 7:15 pm)
– bring non-perishable food donations or monetary donations for the food bank
– try a Beer Church IPA – a collaboration beer by Two Beers Brewing, Georgetown Brewing, and Airways Brewing to benefit Northwest Harvest

A community cafe and storytelling event with Duwamish Valley neighbors and UW scientists Joel Kaufman and Edmund Seto.

South Seattle’s Duwamish Valley has high levels of industrial and traffic-related air pollution, as well as high rates of asthma and cardiovascular disease. Join local neighbors and UW researchers to learn about air pollution and hear the latest updates on community interventions and policies designed to improve health.

Light snacks will be served; no host bar and full menu available. Spanish, Vietnamese and Somali interpretation provided.

Hosted by the Duwamish River Cleanup Coalition and UW EDGE Center.

From West Seattle Runner (WSB sponsor):

Nov 28th 9 am Alki

It’s that time of year again!! We are so excited for our Gobble Gobble Thanksgiving Group Run tradition. We think this is the 10th annual! Where has the time gone? Running, that’s where! We will meet between the Statue and the Washington monument under the shelter there (between 61st and 62nd Ave) like last year. Bring food donations for the West Seattle Food Bank. You can go whatever distance you would like; feel free to run, walk, run/walk and bring the kids, dogs and family. This is a low key group run, not a race!

Tuxedos and Tennis Shoes Catering will host its 21st annual festive community Thanksgiving meal on Thursday, November 28, noon – 3 pm in The Hall @ Fauntleroy.

Join us for a free Community Thanksgiving meal at the Hall at Fauntleroy in West Seattle on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28th from 12 noon to 3:00 PM. All are welcome for a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings. This is a long-standing tradition that Tuxedos and Tennis Shoes owners Meg and David Haggerty and David Meckstroth have hosted this wonderful dinner. They are joined by a wonderful group of volunteers who help greet our welcome guests and serve dinner.

We will gladly accept donations for desserts and there are still some spots left for volunteers. Click on the sign up link https://signup.com/go/XzpdbCL Volunteering is not necessary to just sit and enjoy the community and great food!

Call us at 206-932-1059 if you have any questions. The Hall is on the south end of the Fauntleroy Schoolhouse.

Friendsgiving Buffet at The Admiral Pub

If you don’t have any family or anywhere to go for Thanksgiving, we invite you to come hang out with us at the Admiral Pub. We will have a free Thanksgiving buffet.

The West Seattle HS and Chief Sealth IHS bands are on the lineup, as are the Salty’s (WSB sponsor) nutcrackers!

Join us for our annual Native art market and gift fair this holiday season! Free and open to the public, this event features local vendors and Native makers and artists showcasing goods including wood carvings, bead work, drums, prints, paintings, and more. Grab some fry bread and hot coffee and escape the Seattle winter for two weekends in November and December to find the perfect gifts for family, friends, or yourself!

Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center
10 am-5 pm
November 29, 30, December 1
and
December 13,14,15

Opened in 2009, the Longhouse is a traditional cedar post and beam structure designed in the Puget Salish Longhouse style. It houses a Native Art Gallery, Duwamish History Museum, Gift Shop, Duwamish Tribal Offices, and traditional Longhouse. As in ancient times, Longhouse is the site where tribal business is conducted and cultural & educational events are held. It is the first Duwamish Longhouse built since the last one was burned down in West Seattle in 1894 to push the Duwamish off their land. In 1851, there were over 90 Duwamish Longhouses.

From the Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship website:

Choir: Kirkland Choral Society
1st Performance: Lowman Beach Park @ 7:25 pm
2nd Performance: Alki Beach Park @ 8:10 pm

Join us for our annual Native art market and gift fair this holiday season! Free and open to the public, this event features local vendors and Native makers and artists showcasing goods including wood carvings, bead work, drums, prints, paintings, and more. Grab some fry bread and hot coffee and escape the Seattle winter for two weekends in November and December to find the perfect gifts for family, friends, or yourself!

Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center
10 am-5 pm
November 29, 30, December 1
and
December 13,14,15

Opened in 2009, the Longhouse is a traditional cedar post and beam structure designed in the Puget Salish Longhouse style. It houses a Native Art Gallery, Duwamish History Museum, Gift Shop, Duwamish Tribal Offices, and traditional Longhouse. As in ancient times, Longhouse is the site where tribal business is conducted and cultural & educational events are held. It is the first Duwamish Longhouse built since the last one was burned down in West Seattle in 1894 to push the Duwamish off their land. In 1851, there were over 90 Duwamish Longhouses.

Small Business Saturday, and Puzzle Derby at noon at Meeples Games, $20 per team of 4:

Compete to be the first team to complete the Christmas at Hogwarts 500 Piece puzzle and claim the trophy and bragging rights. Teams of 2-4 have 2 hours to complete the puzzle. Teams get to keep their puzzle.

From the Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship website:

November 30

Choir: The Dickens Carolers
Salty’s on Alki, 8:40 pm

Join us for our annual Native art market and gift fair this holiday season! Free and open to the public, this event features local vendors and Native makers and artists showcasing goods including wood carvings, bead work, drums, prints, paintings, and more. Grab some fry bread and hot coffee and escape the Seattle winter for two weekends in November and December to find the perfect gifts for family, friends, or yourself!

Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center
10 am-5 pm
November 29, 30, December 1
and
December 13,14,15

Opened in 2009, the Longhouse is a traditional cedar post and beam structure designed in the Puget Salish Longhouse style. It houses a Native Art Gallery, Duwamish History Museum, Gift Shop, Duwamish Tribal Offices, and traditional Longhouse. As in ancient times, Longhouse is the site where tribal business is conducted and cultural & educational events are held. It is the first Duwamish Longhouse built since the last one was burned down in West Seattle in 1894 to push the Duwamish off their land. In 1851, there were over 90 Duwamish Longhouses.