West Seattle, Washington
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(Reader photo – some of the damage left behind)
Police are looking for a hit-run driver who is reported to have hit several cars, and almost hit pedestrians, toward the east end of the Alki Avenue business district. They’re reported to be in a red Dodge Ram, last seen southbound on 55th SW. No injuries, says a tipster.
Seattle Public Schools superintendent Ben Shuldiner said earlier this year that he wouldn’t rule out school closures, and it appears he meant it. In notes this afternoon to families of at least six schools – two in West Seattle – “consolidation” was proposed, meaning potential closures. In West Seattle, the district is again proposing closing Sanislo Elementary on Puget Ridge and merging it into Highland Park Elementary. One parent who fought the potential closure of Sanislo two years ago tells WSB, “We are shocked and upset — we were not consulted at all.” Here’s the letter sent to the two West Seattle schools’ families:
Dear Sanislo and Highland Park Families,
We warmly invite you to join us on Monday, November 16, 2026, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m., for a family conversation with Superintendent Shuldiner regarding the proposed merger of Sanislo and Highland Park for the 2027-2028 school year.
We recognize that this proposal may bring questions, concerns, and many different emotions for families in both school communities. This conversation is an opportunity to come together, hear information, ask questions, share your perspectives, and begin building connections with one another.
This work is currently in Phase 1, focused on listening, learning, and gathering feedback. No decisions have been made. Your voices, experiences, and perspectives are important as we begin these conversations.
Family Conversation Information
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Highland Park Elementary, 1012 SW Trenton St, Seattle, WA 98106
Executive Director(s): Dr. James MercerSanislo and Highland Park are strong school communities with students, families, educators, and staff who care deeply about their schools. We hope this conversation provides an opportunity to listen to one another, learn more about what families value about their school communities, and begin building relationships grounded in trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to our students.
Most importantly, we want to hear from you. We look forward to welcoming you on Monday, November 16, 2026 and beginning this conversation together.
Sincerely,
Erika Ayer and Mary McDaniel
Principals, Sanislo and Highland Park
The same template was used for the notes received by families of the four other (non-WS) schools with similar proposals, Sacajawea and John Rogers (having a district-convened meeting December 4) and Licton Springs and Salmon Bay K-8 (December 11 meeting). It’s been two years since the district briefly considered a closure plan.
7:16 PM: Seattle Fire has a “fire in building” response headed to the 4100 block of 39th SW. Updates to come.
7:22 PM: All but a few units have been canceled.
7:54 PM: SFD spokesperson Hilton Almond tells WSB, “Initial report was a back porch on fire. Upon arrival, the fire had been extinguished by the occupant.”
(WSB photo)
Suddenly, there are two restaurant closures happening after this weekend in one block of the West Seattle Junction. Kizuki Ramen announced tonight that Sunday (October 25) will be its last day at 42nd SW and SW Alaska, after 10 years. After getting a tip (thank you!), we went over to verify; a staff member confirmed it and says corporate blamed it on slow business (though the restaurant was busy when we stopped in). Kizuki is part of an international chain, unlike the nearby restaurant also closing after this weekend, Portage Bay Café. This also makes three empty spaces in one block, as a new tenant does not appear to have surfaced yet for the Rudy’s Barbershop space that was vacated when its operations were consolidated into the Rudy’s on Fauntleroy Way in August. Jefferson Square across 42nd has several longrunning vacancies. Meantime, three businesses are about to open on the southwest side of the block – Anchorhead Coffee tomorrow, Dave’s Hot Chicken and Gong Cha in mid-November.
Tonight’s Halloween spotlight is for a home that’s far more than merely “decorated”:
Nightfall Charity Haunt in West Seattle (nightfallhalloween.com) is now celebrating its 10th season. What started as a neighborhood curiosity built in a few tents atop a gravel driveway on Alki has grown into an over-4,000-square-foot, professional-level neighborhood haunted attraction just down the street from the West Seattle Junction. In that time, Nightfall has raised well over 5,000 lbs of food for the West Seattle Food Bank and over $30,000 for Washington’s National Park Fund.
Designed and built by veterans of the theme park and Halloween industries, Nightfall centers on environmental storytelling, drawing guests into its original world and lore. Unlike a traditional haunt focused on jump scares every 10 feet, Nightfall is a dark fantasy walk-through adventure for those with a sense of shadowy wonder, but rest assured, there are plenty of screams along the way. Perfect for families, first-time haunters, and seasoned Halloween fans alike, Nightfall offers an adventure that balances beauty, mystery, and just the right amount of things that go bump in the night.
Nightfall also offers Little Frights, the first hour each night (5:30 to 6:30 p.m.), made for kids, nervous adults, and first-time haunters. The lights are brighter, the animatronics are off, and there are no Nightcrawlers (actors) and no jump scares. Tickets allow unlimited entries per night, so guests can re-enter the queue as many times as they like. Many timid first-timers and children test the waters with Little Frights and then dive in for the full Nightfall experience, going through multiple times. Guests who need extra courage can pick up a Bastion wand, a light-up wand that combines the dream magic of The Bastion (from Nightlore) and the power of the user’s own courage to make Nightcrawlers (actors) shrink away or become friendly. Wands are available during regular Nightfall hours while supplies last.
Guests who love story and want to know about the world of Nightfall can discover the Nightlore on the website.
The details:
When: Fridays and Saturdays through Halloween
Hours: Little Frights (a gentler, brighter, no-scares version for kids and nervous adults) runs 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Regular operation runs 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Open until 10 p.m. on Halloween night.
Where: West Seattle, just down the street from Easy Street Records and the West Seattle Junction
Admission: $20 per person with a non-perishable food donation for the group, or $25 per person without. Tickets are only sold at the door. The line may close early when capacity is reached. The closer to Halloween, the more likely it is to happen, so plan accordingly. Tickets are good for unlimited re-entries per night.
Charity Partners: Washington’s National Park Fund and West Seattle Food Bank
Community: Nightfall is an inclusive event that encourages guests to be true to who they are. All are welcome who would welcome others.
Website: nightfallhalloween.com
Got a Halloween display everyone should see? We’re continuing to spotlight nightly through Halloween – westseattleblog@gmail.com or text 206-293-6302 – thank you!
It’s almost Hallo-weekend #1 – starting with four early chances to trick-or-treat tomorrow:
(WSB photo from 2025 Alki Trick or Treat)
ALKI TRICK OR TREAT: Noon-2 pm Saturday, all along Alki Avenue SW, businesses will have treats for kids in costume. Here’s the list of who’s in! (Plus, the Log House Museum wants to be sure you wander a bit inland to see them.)
OUNCES TRICK OR TREAT: Candy for kids while their parents enjoy a beverage, noon-3 pm Saturday at Ounces (3809 Delridge Way SW).
TRUNK OR TREAT @ OLG FALL FESTIVAL: 3-6 pm Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe School invites everyone to its Fall Festival, featuring trunk-or-treating. (35th/Myrtle)
TRAIL OR TREAT AT CAMP LONG: Visit the decorated cabins at Camp Long (5200 35th SW) 3:30-7 pm Saturday for treats! (Added) Here’s the map to the cabins, labeled with the schools/businesses/organizations hosting them:
(WSB file photo)
Seattle Parks is finally ready to start turning a long-landbanked Junction site into a park, and wants your name ideas. Just in from the city, four months after the project went out to bid:
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is preparing to start construction on a new park in West Seattle! Construction is scheduled to begin in early December, start date will be weather dependent. The new park is planned to open in Fall 2027.
The future park is in the West Seattle Junction neighborhood at 4723 40th SW: half a block south of SW Alaska St, and nestled among mid-rise buildings between Fauntleroy Way SW and California Ave SW.
SPR purchased this 0.38-acre property to provide additional open space for this high-density neighborhood. The public design process occurred in 2017-2018; however, the project was placed on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic as the City focused on essential services. In September 2022, the Seattle City Council, acting as the Park District Board, approved funding for the project as part of the 2023–2028 Park District cycle.
The park will include native plantings, natural play elements, a lawn and walking areas, as well as seating and a drinking fountain.
For more information, please visit the seattle.gov/parks/about-us/projects/west-seattle-junction-park-development or contact Fred Gu at Fred.Gu@seattle.gov.
Please help us name this new park
We have a process and welcome suggestions. The Park Naming Policy, clarifying the criteria applied when naming a park, can be found at: SPRParkNamingPolicy.pdf
The Parks Naming Committee will consider all suggestions and make a recommendation to Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent, who will make the final decision.
Please submit suggestions for park names in writing by Friday, November 20, 2026, and include an explanation of how your suggestion matches the naming criteria. Send to Seattle Parks and Recreation, Parks Naming Committee, 100 Dexter Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109, or by e-mail to paula.hoff@seattle.gov
The city bought the site for $1.4 million in 2013.
(WSB photo from July: Anchorhead pop-up during Summer Fest)
1:09 PM: If you’ve been waiting for Anchorhead Coffee to open its new West Seattle Junction shop in the ex-Starbucks space on the southeast corner of California/Alaska – tomorrow’s the day you’ve been waiting for! Anchorhead proprietor Jake just sent word, “Just wanted to let you know that we passed our Health inspection today and we are gonna open tomorrow Saturday the 24th at 7 AM.” It’s been less than six months since we first reported the plan for Anchorhead – a Seattle mini-chain – to move in.
9 PM: We asked about hours – “Will be open every day from 6 to 6 but this opening weekend we’re gonna open at seven just to make sure we are good!”
Big achievements for Chief Sealth IHS Cross Country runners at the Metro League championships! We have a summary and group photo from a reader, plus photos from WSB contributing photojournalist Oliver Hamlin:
Congratulations to the Chief Sealth International High School girls’ and boys’ cross country teams for outstanding performances at the 2A Metro League Championships held Thursday at Lower Woodland!
(Reader photo)
The Seahawks girls won their third straight Metro League team title, led by junior Elena Phillips (2nd, 21:09 for 5k) and freshman Lillian Stowell (3rd, 21:28):
(WSB photos by Oliver Hamlin, from here down)
The boys’ team finished second to Nathan Hale on a three-way tiebreaker, with Sophomore Ziko Kraft (1st, 16:55) taking home the Metro individual title over freshman teammate Harper Mapes (2nd, 17:18).
In total, 11 Seahawks earned All-Metro honors with top-14 finishes:
Boys: Ziko Kraft (1st), Harper Mapes (2nd), Theodore Franzen (10th), Emery Winger (12th).
Girls: Elena Phillips (2nd), Lillian Stowell (3rd), Lucy Van Liew (6th), June Maxwell (8th), Doe Doe (9th), Mina West (10th), Abby Peloza (13th).
Next stop: the Sea-King District Championships at Lower Woodland on Thursday, October 29th, where the boys’ and girls’ teams will each compete for a spot in the State Championships!
Back on Monday, we reported on notices warning campers to remove belongings by 9 am today from the Longfellow Creek greenspace just east of the Chief Sealth International HS/Denny International MS campus, heralding an imminent sweep. We just went by and found city crews and contractors, appearing to be wrapping up.
Two weeks ago, the CSIHS administration sent a note to families urging them to warn their students about the encampment, and suggesting they join the school in reporting it via Find It Fix It. We’ll be following up with the city for post-sweep data such as how many people were there and what crews removed.
It’s too soon for this sweep to have been conducted under a new strategy announced by Mayor Wilson earlier this week, but the strategy has been used in at least two West Seattle sweeps previously – the ones on state-owned sites along Myers Way (2023) and near the 1st Avenue South Bridge (also in 2023). It involves more intensively working with people living outside to get them into housing or shelter. The mayor – whose announcement was part of this speech – says expanding available space is key; one new site not far from here is about to open – the Cloverleaf Village site in South Park – and West Seattle’s Glassyard Commons is not far behind.
(Seen at West Seattle Golf Course – photo by Beth Jackson)
Here’s our list of highlights for your Friday, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:
SOUTHWEST ARTIST SHOWCASE: 10 am to 6 pm today, visit Southwest Library (9010 35th SW) to see the work on display this month!
SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: Fall gardening? The center has plants – and a sale! Open until 3 pm on the north end of the main campus of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor).
VISIT THE LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Open noon-4 pm on Fridays – the home of West Seattle’s history. (3003 61st SW)
ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE: Practice with other adult learners at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), 12:30-2 pm.
HIGH-SCHOOL SPORTS: In girls’ soccer, West Seattle HS hosts Ingraham at 4:30 pm at Hiawatha Playfield (2700 California SW); in football, Chief Sealth IHS hosts O’Dea at Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle).
TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR: Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm Fridays. Stop in to sip, and/or buy a bottle.
COMEDY AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 6-8 pm, radio-style comedy troupe Midnight Mystery Theater at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), no cover, all ages.
AUTHOR EVENT AT PAPER BOAT BOOKSELLERS: Pam Houston, reading and signing to celebrate her new book “Animals Taught Me Everything,” 6 pm at Paper Boat Booksellers (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor).
LIVE AT EASY STREET RECORDS: Cami Voss‘s album-release show, 7 pm in-store, free, all ages. (4559 California SW)
PLANT BINGO: 7 pm, play with Terraplanted at Future Primitive in White Center (9832 14th SW) – check here for tickets.
LIVE AT KENYON HALL: Golden Shoals ft. Julia Cooper and Ethan Hughes, doors at 7, music at 7:30 pm (7904 35th SW).
AT REVELRY ROOM: Revelry Room (4547 California SW) Friday night music courtesy of Jules Esquire, starting at 9 pm.
LIVE MUSIC AT THE RINK: Tonight, skate to Afrocop, Vardaman Ensemble, Passenger Pigeon, 9 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW). 21+. $20 cover/$5 skates.
MEGASTAR KARAOKE: 9 pm at Max’s Triangle Pub (9454 Delridge Way SW).
If you have something for our event lists and ongoing calendar, please email what/when/where/etc. info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
That SPD van is the only marked law-enforcement vehicle in view at an operation that’s been under way at a house on 44th SW, about a block south of Gatewood Elementary; several readers tipped us about it. FBI agents are there too but went into the house and closed the door as soon as our photojournalist came into view. This is not related to any currently active incident, which suggests it’s a warrant operation, so we’re not likely to be able to get details, but we’re trying.
Fall is the season when families look ahead to next school year. One of the schools sponsoring WSB right now, Holy Rosary, invites prospective families to their open house tomorrow – here’s the invitation:
Looking for Preschool or Grades K–8? Join us for our Open House on October 24th, from 9:30 am–11 am
Meet our community and discover a rigorous education where students thrive. A school for your child. A community for your family.
On average, our students score in the top 20th percentile in the nation in math, reading, and language use. What will spark your child’s curiosity? Art, music, Spanish, P.E., library, and tech lab give Holy Rosary students opportunities to explore, create, and discover their talents alongside strong academics.
Bring the whole family! RSVP here. We would love to welcome you!
Holy Rosary School is at 42nd SW and SW Genesee on the north side of The Junction.
7:34 AM: Texter, and police dispatch, both note a bus is broken down on the shoulder of westbound high bridge. No current traffic blockage (though that could change if for example a tow or repair truck needs to be brought in).
Earlier:
6:01 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Friday, October 23, 2026.
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Forecast is for “becoming sunny” weather, high in the mid-50s. Sunrise will be at 7:40 am today, with sunset at 6:06 pm.
CLOSURE REMINDERS
–SDOT is scheduled to close the low bridge to drivers from 7 am tomorrow (Saturday, October 24) to 4 am Monday (October 26).
-On Sunday, the usual street closure in The Junction will be expanded for the Harvest Festival, with the California SW closure stretching south to Edmunds, and Alaska closed between 42nd and 44th. The festival is 11 am to 2 pm, so breakdown and reopening will be on roughly the same schedule as the market.
TRANSIT TODAY
Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route is on the two-boat schedule with an unscheduled third boat, through November 8. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule – any reroute/stop advisories will be here.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Sailing on the regular fall/winter schedule.
BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS
Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:
High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:
Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:
1st Avenue South Bridge:
See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!
Thanks to Kent for tonight’s photos and word that a seasonal favorite is back:
Wanted to make sure we got the word out that we are back for Halloween 2026.
4040house.com for complete details
This year we have new and better Bats, four new Singing Monsters (the Singing Pumpkins moved to Renton) and a Dragon!
And maybe a wee bit more smoke and fire…
New songs and many prior years’ songs have been brought forward, and the popular jukebox is running each evening from 5:30 to 9 (10 on Fri. and Sat.).
Here are a couple of phots [above and below] from last night’s audience.
Want to share photos of – or a tip about – an eye-catching display? westseattleblog@gmail.com or text 206-293-6302 – thank you!
The word “ember” is often used in the phrase “dying embers” – a fire going out. But the word’s use in the name of West Seattle’s new Ember Place carries the exact opposite meaning: Ember Place founders Megan Fisher and Krystal Praast plan for their new nonprofit community space to be very much alive, brightening community members’ lives.
It’s on the lower floor of the West Seattle Church of the Nazarene, though it’s not affiliated with the church and not a religious enterprise. Ember Place is intended to be a “third place,” though not simply a place where you come hang out. Here’s how Krystal explained it:
We often talk about needing a village. Ember Place is our way of helping build one: a welcoming place where people of all ages can share meals, develop friendships, find support, and make meaningful connection part of everyday life.
Our offerings include weekly community dinners and live music, women’s and community circles, yoga and meditation, grief support and group therapy, coworking, and children’s and family programming. Sliding-scale memberships and drop-in options give neighbors different ways to participate.
My co-founder, Megan Fisher, is a licensed mental health counselor, and I bring a background in Human Resources, People Operations, and facilitating community circles. Together, we’re creating a space around a simple belief: “We belong to each other.”
We rent space inside West Seattle Church of the Nazarene at 4201 SW Juneau Street. Ember Place is an independent, nonreligious organization, guided by our own values of belonging, inclusion, and care.
The founders told us they are both Gatewood Elementary parents and after they had met and gotten to talk, they realized they shared a dream of opening a place like this, and decided to “do this together.” They hope to meet you at their grand opening next Tuesday (October 27), 5-8 pm, all welcome: “Drop in for food, live music, and a family-friendly scavenger hunt that guides visitors through the space and introduces our offerings. Neighbors can meet the team and learn about memberships and volunteer opportunities.”
(2024 Harvest Festival photo by Paul Weatherman)
If you’re ready for free fall fun, you know The Junction is the place to be this Sunday (October 25). The West Seattle Farmers’ Market is happening as always (10 am-2 pm on California between Oregon and Alaska), but between 11 am and 2 pm, the Harvest Festival brings performances, activities, and of course business/booth trick-or-treating, adding to the footprint Alaska (42nd to 44th) and the California block south to Edmunds. From the West Seattle Junction Association, which brings you the festival, here’s the schedule for Sunday:
11:00 – 11:30A
High school band leads costume promenade11:00 – 2:00P
Activity vendor booths and sidewalk trick-or-treating11:00 – 12:30P
Chili cook-off starts [inside ArtsWest] and ends when they run out of chili11:30 – 11:45P
RopeWorks performs in the All Ways Intersection12:00 – 12:20P
Seattle Thrillers perform in All Ways Intersection12:20 – 12:35P
Pet Costume Contest12:30P – 1:00P
Pie-eating contest /announce chili cook-off winner1:00 – 2:00P
Halloween House music
As during Summer Fest, we’ll be based in the Info Booth, updating coverage and handing out candy to trick-or-treaters! Schools, businesses, and organizations you’ll find in and along the street with activities:
Westside School
Explorer West Middle School
Mode Music and Performing Arts
Hope Lutheran School
Holy Rosary School
Giddens School
Bee’s Plumbing and Heating
CVS Health
Realm
Rain City Ropeworks Jump Rope Team
British Swim School Seattle
Community School of West Seattle
Fourth Emerald Games
Bake It Till You Cake It by Cheryl
Goosehead Insurance
Downtown School Seattle
Salal Credit Union
Chiro One Wellness Center
Southwest Titans Lacrosse
Gool Tales
Emerald City Drama Club
Full Circle Farms
Westside Music Academy
Free fun except bring $ to buy your chili flight in the cookoff, benefiting the West Seattle Food Bank!
The report was sent by Katie:
Sharing that I was attacked repeatedly by an owl while jogging on SW Jacobsen St this morning at 6:00 am. Advise others take caution.
You can learn more about this owl behavior via this Department of Fish and Wildlife fact sheet, choosing “Preventing Conflicts,” and scrolling down to “Dive-Bombing Owls.”
(2021 WSB photo, volunteer restoration work at Seola Pond)
Seola Pond is a bit of wetland/greenspace area on the southern edge of West Seattle, in unincorporated King County, and the county is asking for five minutes of your time to offer opinions about making it more accessible:
King County Parks has been working with landowners and agency partners in (Arbor) Heights/North Highline area to explore opportunities to improve access to the natural area surrounding Seola Pond. We are currently collecting public feedback with a survey and thought it might be of interest … The survey is open through October 30th, and we wanted to make sure we’re reaching as many neighbors and visitors as possible before it closes!
The survey is available in six languages; click the “survey” tab on this page.
(August crash scene)
After the latest driver/motorcyclist collision at 35th/Brandon, we asked SDOT what review they had done after the deadly crash two months earlier, and also asked the status of the next phase of 35th SW safety improvements in general. It took a week and a half, but here’s SDOT’s reply, on both points:
We were deeply saddened to learn that a second person was seriously injured riding a motorcycle through this intersection so soon after the death of Alonzo Rackley in August. We have not yet heard an update on their condition from Harborview Medical Center and are sincerely hoping that they recover and heal soon.
Earlier this year we adopted a new Fatal Crash Response Policy to strengthen our Vision Zero work. This policy creates a more consistent and transparent process for reviewing fatal crashes and identifying safety enhancements:
SDOT staff visits the site of any fatal crashes within the first few weeks for an initial safety review to document conditions, learn more about what factors may have contributed to the crash, and identify critical maintenance and repair needs at the location.
Every six months, we conduct a broader review of all fatal crashes involving people walking or riding a bike, scooter, or motorcycle. During this phase, we return to the crash sites to collect more data, study the history of crashes, and identify projects that can be constructed to address safety needs.We conducted an initial safety review after the fatal motorcycle crash on August 19 which led to us trimming trees to enhance lighting. We expect to begin the 2nd phase evaluation of this location in early 2027 as part of the broader citywide review, and will conduct additional analysis of the intersection to help identify other potential safety enhancements.
The 2024 Seattle Transportation Levy funds a street maintenance and modernization project on 35th Ave SW. We are currently evaluating the timing and scope of that project. When the project reaches the design phase, we will conduct a Complete Streets checklist analysis to identify safety enhancements and other potential improvements for people walking, rolling, biking and taking transit.
Thanks for the tips. SDOT has just done work on the south end of the Beach Drive stretch of the Alki Point “Healthy Street.” One reader summarized it this morning:
Yesterday, the protected path in the road along Constellation (Park) was extended to the stop sign (there wasn’t previously a widened path between 64th and 63rd), and some parking there around the corner near the new crosswalk light was also blocked off.
(Cedar Waxwing snacking – photo by Kevin Freitas)
Here are highlights from a long list of what’s happening around West Seattle in the hours ahead, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – THANK YOU to everyone who sends events for us to share!):
FREE INDOOR PLAY SPACE: Until noon at West Seattle Church of the Nazarene (42nd SW and SW Juneau), drop in and play.
SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: 10 am-3 pm, plant sales featuring and supporting students’ work. North end of SSC campus (6000 16th SW). Having a sale today, too!
SOUTHWEST ARTIST SHOWCASE: 10 am-6 pm at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW), go see this year’s entries!
TODDLER STORY TIME: 10:30 am at Southwest Library (9030 35th SW).
FREE WEBINAR FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH: 12:30 pm online, important info – “Understanding Hair Loss During Perimenopause and Menopause” with Dr. Brie Woodruff , ARNP. Our calendar listing has the info you need to participate live and/or check out a recording later.
WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: From newbie to pro, all levels welcome at this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com to see where they’re playing today. (Even if you just want to know so you can be there to listen!)
BEGINNER CLOGGING CLASS: Learn to clog! Join the class and get clogging, 1:30-2:30 pm at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds).
WEST SEATTLE SOCIAL HOUR: Want to meet people – in person? Camp West (4539 California SW) is hosting a weekly “social hour” where you can drop in (21+) and do that! 4 pm.
DROP-IN CHESS: The regular High Point Library Thursday event is happening today – people under 18 can drop in 4-5:30 pm to play. (3411 SW Raymond)
HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: First of two Thursday night events at HPCS – this week and every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) hosts a food truck. Tonight it’s Taqueria Vela.
WINE TASTING WITH CLARK: Another regular Thursday event at HPCS, 5-7:30 pm – info here.
WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 5-8 pm for your tool-borrowing needs. (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)
VISCON CELLARS: This West Seattle winery’s friendly tasting room/wine bar is open Thursdays, 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor), for wine by the glass or bottle.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: As previewed here, it’s Senior Night for Chief Sealth IHS girls’ soccer, hosting Cleveland, 4:30 pm at Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle). Also tonight, WSHS volleyball hosts Seattle Prep, 7 pm at the school gym (3000 California SW).
POSTCARDING PARTY: New time, 5-7 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW), gathering to fill out postcards to encourage recipients to vote.
COOPERATIVE GAME NIGHT: Play and work together! 6 pm at The Missing Piece (4707 California SW).
GRIEF IS CRAFTY: 6 pm monthly craft circle for people experiencing grief (5446 California SW).
TALKING ABOUT REPARATIONS: Discussion series continues, presented by Admiral Church, held online via Zoom, 6 pm, info in our calendar listing.
POKEMON LEAGUE: 6 pm Thursdays at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) – BYO console.
WESTIES RUN CLUB: 6 pm community run, starting from Future Primitive Beer Bar (2536 Alki SW) now that it’s fall/winter season.
DUSTY THURSDAYS – ON THE ROAD: While Tim’s Tavern is temporarily closed, West Seattleite Billy Joe Huels and his Dusty 45s are offering their free Thursday night shows at other venues – tonight, 6-8 pm, Flight Path in Burien (1832 S. 120th)
GOBLIN FRIEND CIRCUIT AT MR. B’S: 6:30 pm, new way to meet people; gather at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW).
YIN YOGA & SOUND BATH: 7 pm at Inner Alchemy Studio & Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).
CHIEF SEALTH 70TH ANNIVERSARY PLANNING KICKOFF: As previewed, meet up with organizers at Whisky West (6451 California SW) at 7:30 pm to get the party started.
TONIGHT AT REVELRY ROOM: 8 pm start, Wax On/Wax Off. (Behind 4547 California SW)
KARAOKE AT THE PUB: 9 pm to close at Max’s Triangle Pub, your chance to sing! (9454 Delridge Way SW)
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Paper Boat Booksellers (4522 California; WSB sponsor) has two big in-store events coming up in the next several days!
PAM HOUSTON ON FRIDAY: Award-winning author Pam Houston will be at the shop for a 6 pm reading on Friday (October 23) to celebrate the publication of her new book “Animals Taught Me Everything.” The announcement says that in her new book, Houston “brings together 15 essays exploring the relationships that have shaped her life, from the dogs, horses, sheep, chickens, and donkey on her Colorado ranch, to the wild animals she has encountered in Iceland, southern Africa, Northern California, New Mexico’s Gila Wilderness and beyond.” And she “writes about grief, aging, long COVID, the natural world, travel, teaching, and the ways animals have helped her navigate both difficult and transcendent moments.” Paper Boat co-proprietor Desirae says, “Books will be available for purchase at the event and a book signing will follow. This event is free but we ask that you RSVP so we can get an approximate headcount. Seating is limited but there is plenty of standing room.”
LATE-NIGHT RELEASE PARTY MONDAY: Then on Monday night (October 26), you’re invited to this:
We’ve planned a midnight release party for the upcoming book “A Court of Splintered Harmony“ by Sarah J Maas.
Celebrate the release, Book 6 in the ACOTAR series. This book has been long awaited and we can’t wait to see fans at our Midnight Release Party happening October 26th from 10:30-Midnight.
Our celebration includes:
-A Pajama Party (why not be ready for bed once you snag your book?)
-Hot Chocolate Bar
-Snacks
-Trivia (with prizes)
-Goodie Bags
-ACOTAR-themed items for purchaseThis event is free to join but preorders are heavily encouraged so we have an idea for numbers. We hope you can join us for our very first Midnight Release Party here at the shop!
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