April 2013

Looking at a neighborhood at night can reveal a much different perspective than during the day. Things that went by unnoticed before will suddenly blare with intensity.

In Crown Hill's case, that intensity comes from neon signs and colorful lights. From restaurants to businesses to, uh, more lurid places, buildings in Crown Hill provide a dynamic that other Seattle neighborhoods lack these days. On a late night stroll down 15th Ave NW, we couldn't help but notice all the colors and had to document it.

What do you see at night? What signs do you find your eyes obsessed with as you pass by them? Let us know in the comments.

Sustainable West Seattle and the West Seattle Junction Association have made the application for the 2013 GreenLife section of West Seattle Summer Fest available online: https://oliverlittle.wufoo.com/forms/greenlife-registration-form/

The application requires a $20 application fee. The fee for a non-profit is $75 for all three days. The fee for a for-profit is $250 for all three days. The application deadline is May 15th but they urge those interested to apply early as space is limited.

For more information contact Christina Hahs at christina@sustainablewestseattle.org.

Congratulations to Eli Mackley, 14, and Mitchell Dean, 18, for achieving Eagle Scout status! They were officially recognized at a Court of Honor celebration on April 21. Their projects benefited Camp Long and the Seattle Animal Shelter, and they are members of Boy Scout Unit 289, based in West Seattle.

Here are the details from Boy Scout Unit 289:

Eli Mackley and Camp Long
Eli wanted to build something for his Eagle Scout project and chose to work with Camp Long on a challenge course. Eli recruited 19 people and together they spent 118 hours to complete it. Ken Turner manages the challenge courses at Camp Long and was impressed by Eli’s efforts to accomplish the project in only 3 months.

Everyone has days that they just as soon forget. Today at the SWAC was one of those days. Sealth starting pitcher Jake Eddy would probably like a do-over after giving up ten runs in four innings and called for baulks on three occasions, two of which brought runs home.

Seahawk pitchers were called for baulks four times during the game. The infield umpire was seeing something he didn’t like, but in fairness, he applied his ruling evenly calling Blanchet’s pitcher twice for pulling his foot off the rubber resulting in one of Sealth’s two runs.

Numerous visits to the infield umpire by Sealth head coach Policarpio and Blanchet head coach Monica inquiring as to the reasoning behind his rulings led to a few tense moments in the game.

The faux pas of the Braves didn’t hurt them nearly as much. Scoring in all but one inning Blanchet went on to win the game 12-2 in six innings.

The Seahawks will be tested again on Wednesday when the division leading West Seattle Wildcats come to the SWAC. Game time is 4pm.

Compiled by Shara Wallace

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Art Exhibits

Artists United April Spring Show —Through May 3. Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave. S.W. Recent paintings & photography by Nancy Bogni, Sharon Carr, Judy Eckhardt, Victor Kimsey, Judy Lane, Al Matsumoto and Betty Vacca. . artistsunitedclub@gmail.com; or http://www.artistsunitedclub.com
Artists United May Spring Show --Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave. S.W. May 3 – June 7. Recent paintings & photography by Marta Creswell, Nancy Fulton, Chris Gonvers, Alina Gridley, Stan Lane, Janet Price and Liz Simpson. Reception, May 5th, 4-6 p.m. http://www.artistsunitedclub.com

After reading Earline Byers newspaper column regarding the closing of our QFC Market on the 25th of this month I felt as she does, that we are losing the basic foundation of any small city, their only grocery store in downtown.

When we first moved to Des Moines in 1960 there were three fine markets, two in downtown and one on Highway 99 and Kent Des Moines Road. They were always busy and gave families good choices to shop for their everyday needs.

I do realize things and times change over many years but people still need a good store to shop and don’t always have transportation to get to the nearest one.

It’s a shame that Kroger decided to close this particular store, as there will be many who do not drive or have transportation to the remaining markets in the area. I have seen vans with folks from the nursing/assisted living homes dropping people off to buy the few items they may need. Now those vans will need to spend more gas money and time to accommodate these people.

Also, I well remember the nice day-old foods QFC used to donate to our local food bank when I worked there, and how grateful we felt, especially those weeks when other donations were down.

I do not usually do much writing to any paper, but I felt very strongly that I needed to respond to David S. Gooding, Normandy Park.

I am not a hypocrite. I'm a woman saved by the blood of Jesus Christ. I am not perfect, but I do read the Bible daily and believe it to be the inspired Word of God.

I also try to live my life according to His perfect will. Up until very recent years, the majority of the people believed marriage to be between a man and a woman. I believe God's Word, the Bible states pretty clearly that God made woman for man because He said "it is not good for man to be alone." If you read the whole Bible, you will also know that God put Adam to sleep, took a rib from him and made "woman - Genesis 21-24." It is really a very beautiful portion of Scripture.

Now in regards to abortion. God does say that you shall not murder--one of the ten commandments. Every life is precious to Him. I can understand why some look at the fetus as just a lump of tissues; I understand, but I don't agree.

11th annual White Center Cambodian New Year street festival. Free admission this Saturday April 27th in White Center - SW 98th Street (Between 15th & 16th Ave SW) 10:30am - 5:00pm

Cme celebrate and enjoy the festivities
Food Offering to local area monks
Live cultural performances
Live band
Banana Eating Contest
Delicious Khmer food

Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/events/116382108558924/?ref=3

If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at ccawashington@gmail.com or check out our website: www.camculture.org

Happy New Khmer Year!!

Big changes are in store for the heart of Des Moines, as the city has announces issuance of a Request for Qualifications’ soliciting development teams to build on commercial property at the city’s Marina – an expansive five acres of prime waterfront real estate – and the gem of the Marina District.

The City Council is looking to boost the city’s economy by creating a mix of destination retail and other attractions at this Puget Sound view location. A citizens “Marina and Beach Park Advisory Committee” was convened in 2012, with thirteen representatives from resident and business stakeholder groups. The committee spent the year vetting various options, so the council would have direct input from residents regarding marina development.

“The city of Des Moines is seeking qualifications from firms capable of developing waterfront property owned by the city,” stated Mayor Dave Kaplan. “Inviting development marks a new era in the history of our city, which has traditionally been a bedroom community with a residential focus, but has begun to encourage commercial development in recent years.”

The first Road Map Region Parent Forum on Saturday, April 20 was a big success, drawing 750 parents and hundreds of children to Foster High School in Tukwila for a day of workshops, inspirational speakers and an interactive Resource Fair.

The purpose of this first-of-its-kind, regional event was to give parents the information they need to help their children do well in school – from cradle to college and career.

The Parent Forum was hosted by the Road Map Project, a community-wide effort to dramatically improve student achievement from cradle to college and career in South King County and South Seattle.

Road Map Project partners, including nonprofit organizations, public health and housing agencies, school districts and parents, collaborated and co-designed the forum to address needs identified by parents.