Upcoming Events and Announcements
Upcoming Events and Announcements
Fri, 12/05/2008
At the Farmers Market
This week will feature apples, goat bratwurst, summer and Italian sausage, pepperoni, Landjaeger, butter, chocolate milk, cheddar cheese, wild mushrooms, beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, celery root, chard, fennel, garlic, greens, kale, kohlrabi, lettuce, leeks, onions, parsnips, potatoes, pumpkins, radiccio, radishes, rutabaga, shallots, spinach, squash, turnips, aprums, pears, nuts, cheese, eggs, pork, beef, chicken, duck, veal, lamb, Pate' de Foie, soup stocks, wine, fish, dried fruits and veggies, fresh pasta, artisan breads, pastries, ciders, jams, jellies, sauces, spreads and preserves.
Christmas bricks special
Through Dec. 31. Due to popular demand we'll continue to sell bricks through the end of the year. $100 per brick, Christmas Brick Special: 3 bricks for $200. Also Tribute plaques available for $2,000. Items are still being collected for the time capsule, for more information contact Andrea Mercado at 938-5293.
Christmas Program
Tibbetts United Methodist Church
3940 41st Ave. S.W.
Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. There will be bells, singing and the Christmas story. Following the program are refreshments and a hobby table sale with many handmade articles, Christmas projects and lots of home made baked goods. For information call 932-7777
Lauren Petrie
dance time
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
932-4044
Dec. 3 and 17, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Lauren Petrie, popular keyboard player and vocalist from the closed Corner Inn, plays for dancing and listening. Suggested donation $5.
Aqua Vista Garden Club
The Kenney
7124 47th Ave. S.W.
Dec. 4, starting at10:30 a.m. "Flowers for the Holidays" by Master Gardener Dorothy Barish. Flowers, Flowers, Flowers. Business meeting 10:30 a.m., bag lunch at noon, program at 1 p.m.
Kenney redevelopment
Fauntleroy Church Fellowship Hall
9131 California Way S.W.
Dec. 4, 7 p.m. Meeting to address questions on the part of neighbors about both the details of the proposed redevelopment, and how the project will proceed through the city's processes.
White Center Library
11220 16th Ave. S.W.
243-0233
Programs for children and families
Dec. 4 and 11, 11:30 a.m. Family story times
Dec. 6, 1:30 p.m. Spanish story time
Dec. 6, 11 a.m. Holiday bazaar and magic show
Dec. 9 and 23, 6 p.m. Vietnamese story times
Holiday bazaar
Arbor Heights Elementary School
3701 S.W. 104th St.
252-9250
Dec. 4, 4 - 8 p.m. There will be shopping, crafts, activities for kids, face painting, cakewalk, and more. Also we are looking for vendors, please call for more information.
Building a
better home workshop
Ventana Construction offices
5458 California Ave. S.W.
Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m.; Jan. 8 at 5 p.m. If you are a homeowner considering remodeling your home or building a new custom home, this workshop is an invaluable first step in the process. Speakers include Kim Goforth of Goforth-Gill Architects and Clarence Higuera of Ventana Construction. Free, RSVP at 932-3009 to reserve your space.
Fire in the Dell
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
4408 Delridge Way S.W.
Dec. 5, 6 to 11 p.m., Dec. 6, noon - 5 p.m. A celebration of community, performance, visual art and more hosted by Cooper Artist Housing and Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. Free, all ages welcome.
1st Floor - Auction of resident artwork
2nd Floor - Cooper artists collaborative experience
3rd Floor - Resident artists gallery
All Floors - Artists' studios open for public viewing
Wine auction
ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery
4711 California Ave. S.W.
Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. This is an exciting, delicious, musical evening of wine, hors d'oeuvres, bidding, and an exclusive presentation of the holiday show, Plaid Tidings: The Holiday Edition of 'Forever Plaid.' Admission is free and is by invitation only. Includes tickets to Plaid Tidings. Call 938- 0963 ext. 113 for details/invitation.
YMCA events
West Seattle location:
4515 36th Ave. S.W.
935-6000
Fauntleroy location:
9140 California Ave. S.W.
937-1000
Dec. 5, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Family night at the West Seattle location. Kids and parents enjoy swimming in the pool and playing on Kids Gym together. Y members: free, non-members: $2 each
Dec. 6, 12:30 - 5 p.m. Parents afternoon out, at the West Seattle location. Kids ages 3-12 years will play in Kids Gym, do crafts, watch a move and have a snack. $22.50/$30.00 per child depending upon age. Registration required.
Dec. 7, 1 - 3 p.m. Family social: gift making at the West Seattle location. Kids (ages 3-12) make 5 craft projects suitable for teachers, family and friends for $8. While your gifts dry, the pool is open for swimming until 6 p.m. Registration required.
Dec. 13, 5:30 - 10 p.m. Parents night out at the West Seattle location. Kids ages 3 months - 12 years have a safe and fun evening at the Y while parents go out or relax at home. $22.50-$30 depending upon child's age. Registration required.
Jan. 2, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the West Seattle location. Play together as a family in the Kids Gym and Swim in the pool.
Free for members, non-members bring canned food for the West Seattle food bank or Diapers for West Side Baby
Jan. 10, 5:30 - 10 p.m. Parents night out at the West Seattle location. Kids ages 3 months - 12 years have a safe and fun evening at the Y while parents go out or relax at home. $22.50-$30 depending upon child's age. Registration required.
Jan. 14 for 6 weeks, 11:30 - 11:15 a.m. Parent - tot kids gym at the West Seattle location. Members $36, non-members $46
Jan. 12 for 6 weeks, Mondays, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Creative movement for kids at the West Seattle location. Members $56, non-members $66
Jan. 23, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Family night at Fauntleroy location. Kids and parents enjoy doing Valentine's crafts and games. Y Free for members, non-members bring a disposable diaper donation to Westside Baby.
Lincoln Park work party
Lincoln Park
8011 Fauntleroy Way S.W.
Dec. 6, 9 a.m. - noon. Join the Friends of Lincoln Park removing invasive plants (and burn 1000 calories.). Meet in the north parking lot at the kiosk across from Rose St. Dress in layers and wear sturdy shoes. Bring work gloves and clippers. Contact Sharon Baker sbaker@u.washington.edu or 464-1068.
Holiday bazaar
Southwest Community Center
2801 S.W. Thistle St.
Dec. 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There are options to become a vendor, please call 684-7438 for further details. Proceeds benefit youth programs and scholarships. This event is free and open to the public.
Art under $100
Old Fire Station
8201 10th Ave. S.
Dec. 6, 4 - 10 p.m. You'll find sculptures, neon installations, paintings, cast glass, and letterpress art from 30 artists. Also snacks, wine, live music, and a fun raffle. 4-10 Dec 6; southparkarts.org
Hometown Holidays
tree lighting
Dec. 6, 5 p.m.
Presented by the West Seattle Junction Association, complete with entertainment, revelry and more. Parking lot at southeast corner of 44th/Alaska (Farmer's Market Lot).
'Bring order
into your life'
Senior Center West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
Dec. 6, 9 to 11 a.m., "Bring Order into your life" presented by West Seattle author Judy Piggot based on her book "Personal Safety Nets: Getting Ready for Life's Inevitable Changes and Challenges". Book, Workbook and class included for only $40. Call 932-4044 to register and for more details.
Holiday trunk show
ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery
4711 California Ave. S.W.
Dec. 6, 12 - 4 p.m. Admission is free. Birna Jewelry, Michelle's Jewelry Box and Laura B. Designs present brand new jewelry designs, as well as your favorite pieces from their collections, for this special one-day event.
Pancake breakfast
Masonic Building
4736 40th Ave. S.W.
Dec. 6, 7 - 11 a.m. Proceeds go to Kiwanis sponsored youth services. Adult donation: $5, $6 at the door, children 12 and under $3. Please bring new, unwrapped toys for "Toys for Tots" and have your photo taken with Santa. For advance tickets call 938-8032.
Library guild
holiday bazaar
White Center Library
11220 16th Ave. S.W.
243-0233
Dec. 6, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. White Center Library Guild will hold its annual Holiday bazaar and baked goods sale. At 2:30 there will also be a free magician show with Jeff Evans. Recommended for ages 5+. Donations of baked goods and white elephant items for the event will be accepted.
South Park Arts
South Park Neighborhood Center
8201 10th Ave. S.
Dec. 6, 4 - 10 p.m. Fourth annual art under $100 sale. Free entry, art raffle every 30 minutes. For more information contact
Wendy Woldenberg at 763-6201or e-mail southparkarts@hotmail.com.
Vashon holiday
art studio tour
Dec. 6 - 7, and 13 - 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. It's a free, self guided tour and a wonderful way to catch a glimpse of the lives and skills of the artists while taking in Vashon's rural beauty. Color maps of the Tour available online at www.vashonislandartstudiotour.com as well as at most businesses on Vashon.
Protect yourself
from landslides
South Seattle Community College
6000 16th Ave. S.W.
Dec. 6, 10 a.m. - noon. Learn how to manage landslide-prone properties. Presentations will include a discussion on the causes of landslides and proper drainage and vegetation for sloping sites. These will be followed by a question and answer session and one-on-one discussions.
Holiday bazaar
vendors needed
Highland Park Elementary School
1012 S.W. Trenton St.
Dec. 6. Five foot tables are for rent for $10. Set up at 9 a.m., tear down no earlier than 3 p.m Please donate at least one item for the raffle table. Please call Christie Sjostrom at 252-8250 to rent a table or for more information.
Nature Consortium
needs volunteers
Work parties on Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Forest Restoration Project is committed to long-term stewardship and restoration of the West Duwamish Greenbelt. Our restoration goal is the reintroduction of conifer species to the greenbelt via invasive plant removal, native plantings, site maintenance and environmental education. For more information or to RSVP, please contact volunteer@naturec.org or 930-0853.
Dec. 6, Cooper site work party
Neighbors for Peace
and Justice meeting
Alki Congregational Church
6115 S.W. Hinds St.
Dec. 7, meeting at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. potluck. Come join us and show your opposition to the war in Iraq at the Alaska/California Junction, every Sunday from noon to 1 p.m. and White Center at Roxbury and 15th Southwest on Wednesdays, 3 to 4 p.m. www.groups.snowcoalition.org/westseattle/ or contact John Repp at jmrepp@comcast.net
Westside Unitarian
Universalist Congregation
4736 40th Ave. S.W.
909-2856
Dec. 7. "I think I Get Unitarianism, but What About Universalism?" Rev. Peg Morgan. Universalism is about spirit, and about a larger hope embodied in acts of love and justice. Religious education and childcare will be available.
Photos with Santa
Cupcake Royale
4556 California Ave. S.W.
932-2971
Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 12 - 4 p.m. Santa will be around to listen to your children's Christmas requests and take photos.
Carriage Rides
Dec. 7 and 21, 12 - 4 p.m. Take a traditional carriage ride to celebrate the holidays with your family. Carriages will depart in from the Key Bank on California.
Alki Masonic
Christmas Party
Alki Masonic Hall
4736 40th Ave. S.W.
Dec. 7, 2 - 5 p.m. Santa arrives at 4 p.m. Snacks, games, fun, and gifts, from Santa, for the children. All are welcome.
Money-free
shopping spree
Camp Long
5200 35th Ave. S.W.
Dec. 8, 6 - 9 p.m. Sustainable West Seattle will be moderating a "Handmade/Skills" swap, along with a potluck dinner, festive music, and socializing. Just make something with your own hands that you value at $40. Or you can donate a skill or service that you're particularly versed in via a gift certificate, an hour's service value is $20. For more information call Stu at 928-3322.
Holiday dinner
The Brockey Center
South Seattle Community Collage
6000 16th. Ave. S.W.
Dec. 8 at 6 p.m., Dec. 9 at noon. The culinary arts department will be serving Chef's choice for a starter, roasted beef rib- eye, with seasonal vegetables and starch, our famous potato rolls and Chef's choice for dessert. $17.38 per person, tax included. Call for required reservations 764-7952.
Ballroom dancing
with Loretta
West Seattle Senior Center
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
420-3255
Tuesday, Dec. 9
All ages, singles and couples welcome.
6 - 7 p.m. Introductory Latin: Rumba, Cha Cha, Salsa
7 - 8 p.m. Beginner Latin: Rumba, Cha Cha, Salsa
6 - 7 p.m. Beginner Ballroom: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango
$10 donation.
Art Walk
Dec. 11, 6 - 9 p.m. At the Alaska Junction - Come out, check out some great art and spend some time checking those holiday shopping items off your list. http://westseattleartwalk.blogspot.com/
Music and dancing
Bridge Park
3204 S.W. Morgan St.
938-6394
Dec. 11, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Enjoy music from the 40's, 50's and 60's sung by Lauren Petrie. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and refreshments. $5 suggested donation. Proceeds benefit the Senior Center of West Seattle.
Parents' Night out
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
Ages 4 - 8: Dec. 12, 6 - 9 p.m.
Bring your child to the center for an evening of fun while you enjoy an evening to yourselves. Please register by the Wednesday before the date. A minimum of four children are needed for each date, $15 per child.
Vendors wanted
Delridge Community Center
4501 Delridge Way S.W.
684-7423
Dec. 13, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 6-foot table space is available for $15, $10 for each additional table. Please call Delridge CC at 684-7423 to register or for more information.
The more the merrier
Delridge Library
5423 Delridge Way S.W.
Saturday, Dec. 13. 2 - 3:30 p.m. Learn how to make story times more interactive. Make singing, dancing and instruments a regular part of your stories. Free, open to the public. Program is for adults, childcare will not be provided. Registration required, call 733-9125.
Children's
puppet theater series
Alki Bathhouse
2701 Alki Ave. S.W.
The area's best puppet entertainers are coming to Alki Bathhouse on Saturdays. All performances begin at 1 p.m., and you can buy tickets in advance at Alki Community Center. $5
Dec. 13: Clay Martin's Puppet Theater presents "Jingle Bells."
Viaduct replacement plans
Town Hall
1119 Eighth Ave.
Dec. 15, 5 - 7:30 p.m. There will be a presentation, question and answer session, and opportunity for public comment on the scenarios being considered. WSDOT, King County and the City of Seattle want to hear from you. For more information or to comment go to www.alaskanwayviaduct.org.
Strawberry waffles
and sausage dinner
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
932-4044
Dec. 15 at 5:30 p.m. Only $6, with music by the "Band Jam". Reservations.
Evening book group
High Point Library
3411 S.W. Raymond St.
Dec. 16, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. This month's title is "The Highest Tide" by Jim Lynch. Miles O'Malley is a typical 13-year-old boy in many ways, but he's also a Rachel Carson-obsessed insomniac who makes a life-changing discovery while exploring the wonders of Puget Sound at 2:15 in the morning. Next month: "On Beauty" by Zadie Smith. Free, everyone is welcome. For more information call the branch at 684-7454.
Teen time
Through Dec. 17 (Mon-Thurs), 2:30 - 4 p.m. Part homework/educational time and part free time. Need help with homework? Need somewhere to get your homework done? Come on in.
At Delridge Community Center, 4501 Delridge Way S.W., 684-7423
At South Park Community Center, 8319 8th Ave. S., 615-0981
At Southwest Community Center, 2801 S.W. Thistle St., 684-4115
Diabetes support group
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
932-4044
Dec. 17, 2 p.m.
Kenney redesign
Madison Middle School
3429 45th Ave. S.W.
Dec. 18 at 6:30 p.m., meeting in the library.
Hearing support group
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
932-4044
Dec. 18, 1 p.m. Open to all, $1 donation.
Dental access program
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
932-4044
Dec. 19, 9 a.m. to noon. Program for seniors 60 and over. Free education presentations, evaluation of teeth and gums and dental hygiene , personal oral hygiene and cancer screenings. Complete a packet to receive affordable routine therapeutic dental cleanings by licensed dental hygienists and fluoride applications. Call for an appointment.
Discovery Shop
4535 California Ave. S.W.
937-7169
Dec. 20. $1 Christmas raffle drawing for five chances to win. Prizes: $50 gift certificate to West 5, J.F. Henry, Junction True Value, Husky Deli, or Northwest Art and Frame. Through Dec. 27: half off all clothes tagged in pink. Through Dec. 21 the shop will be open daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Proceeds go to find the cure for cancer. Welcoming new volunteers, please call.
Food drive
Shorewood Foursquare Church
10300 28th Ave. S.W.
Through Dec. 21. Food drive to benefit White Center Food Bank. There will be a food bin available just outside the entrance to the building. Shorewood Foursquare Church will also accept monetary donations made out to "White Center Food Bank". For more information, including suggested donations, call 932-0186.
Winter Solstice
labyrinth walk
Cottage Grove Park
5206 26th Ave. S.W.
Dec. 21, 6 - 8 p.m. Gather with the North Delridge community for a candlelit celebration illuminating the darkest time of the year. Enjoy an outdoor labyrinth walk, meditations, prayers, music and hot cider.
Friday Night
Family Roller Skating
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
Fridays through Dec. 29, 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. It's a great time to practice your skills and tricks while experiencing a roller-rink atmosphere. If you don't have your own skates, you can borrow a pair of ours. No program Nov. 28. $3 per person, all ages welcome.
New Year's walks
St. John the Baptist Episcopal
3050 California Ave. S.W.
On New Year's Eve, walkers will start between 4 and 7 p.m. at St. John's and walk either 5 or 10 kilometers (3.1 or 6.2 miles). The New Year's Day walks, 5 and 10 kilometers, will start anytime between 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Hot food and drinks will be provided by St. John's parishioners on both days. Donations for the libations appreciated. For more information contact Mike Nagan at 935-3225 or m.nagan@comcast.net.
Blood drive
PCC Natural Market
2749 California Ave. S.W.
Jan. 2, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (lunch break 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.) Donors must be 18 or older (16 or 17 with parental permission), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good general health. Hydrating and eating a small meal can help. For more information call 1-800-398-7888 or e-mail clinicalsupport@psbc.org.
Living the Questions
St. John the Baptist Episcopal
3050 California Ave. S.W.
Jan. 7 - Feb. 18, 7:30 - 9 p.m. Come explore Christianity in the 21st century with Living the Questions, a small group study for seekers and believers at St. John's. For more information call 937-4545.
Middle school
information night
Gatewood Elementary School
4320 S.W. Myrtle St.
252-9400
Jan. 8, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Join us as principals and/or representatives from public and private middle schools come together in one venue to discuss their schools. Each school representative will give a brief overview of their school's programs, philosophies and activities. You will then have the opportunity to ask questions and speak further with the various representatives.
100th Anniversary
Tibbetts United Methodist Church
3940 41st Ave. S.W.
Jan. 11, 100th Anniversary kick-off Sunday with guest speaker Lenny Wilkens. Topic: church, family, community and basketball. Reception after worship service.
Listening Mothers
Providence Mount St. Vincent
4831 35th Ave. S.W.
Group to start Jan. 16, 10:30 a.m. - noon.
Gifts from the Earth
South Seattle Community College
6000 16 Ave. S.W.
Jan. 24. An all-star cast of 15 celebrity chefs from the Seattle area, 30 Washington state wineries, local companies, and South students will join together to celebrate the hospitality industry and raise funds for college programs and student scholarships at the annual Gifts from the Earth gala.
Volunteers needed
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
684-74221
Advisory Council members meet once a month 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Through March 15. Youth Basketball coaches needed to coach youth from ages 8-17.
White Center swap meet
9646 17th Ave. S.W.
767-0224
Every Saturday and Sunday, noon - 6 p.m. Free. We are looking for all types of vendors. We are also looking for antiques/collectables dealers and buyers. Our booths are $30 a day and for your first set up it's 1/2 off. Come check us out.
Endolyne
children's choir
Fauntleroy Church
9140 California Ave. S.W.
Choristers are taught the basic fundamentals of music theory, vocal training, and performance skills. The Endolyne Children's Choir is non-profit and non-sectarian and performs a wide variety of music. New members are welcome. More information, please contact Juliet Nazarino at 935-5490 or info@endolynechoir.org.
Hi Yu Ornament Sale
The Holiday Ornament sale is in full swing. These are beautiful ornaments made by Glass Eye Studios in Fremont. $25 is a great price for these hand crafted ornaments. Help support West Seattle Hi Yu. E-mail winstonfamily@yahoo.com or gracie_baby@msn.com.
Boys and girls
basketball
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
Now forming teams for 8 to 9-year-old basketball league. Games will be played Friday nights at Hiawatha Community Center and Madison School beginning in January. There are openings for coaches, and players. Call Alki Community Center at 684-7430 for further information.
Big Brothers
Big Sisters
Becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister is a fun and easy way to make a big difference in your community. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound has several program options that you can choose to fit your schedule and interests. All you have to do is hang out, have fun, and be a friend to a local child. For more information, text the word "BIG" to 839863 or go to www.bbbsps.org.
White Center swap meet
9646 17th Ave. S.W.
Every Saturday and Sunday, noon - 6 p.m. We are looking vendors, including people who want to have a garage sale, sell crafts, art or other misc. things. We are also looking for antiques/collectables dealers and buyers. Booths are $30 a day.
Baby and Me
Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free class for parents and babies (up to 18 months). Fun for baby, friends and parenting information for parents. White Center Public Health. Call Apple Parenting 754-5801 for information.
Just Walkers
Saturdays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. new class through South Seattle Community College Preschools for parents and toddlers now about 14-18 months old. Fun for little ones and a parent educator to talk with. Call 854-5279 for information.
Swing Dance club
Alki Masonic Temple
4736 40th Ave. S.W.
The Seattle Swing Dance Club has lessons at 2:45 p.m. and dancing begins at 5 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. For more information call Merrill at 523-3205.
West Side MOPS
West Side Presbyterian Church
3601 California Ave. S.W.
First and third Fridays through May, 9 - 11:15 a.m. Attention Mothers-of-Preschoolers: Tired? Stressed out? In need of encouragement and an uninterrupted conversation that doesn't involve Elmo? West Side MOPS invites you to join us. Childcare is provided for registered members. For more information or to register, please visit westsidemops.com
Volunteers needed
Providence Mount St. Vincent
4831 35th Ave. S.W.
Providence Mount St. Vincent has a thriving volunteer program and seeks additional volunteer help in three key areas: office work, childcare, and visitors to the adult family home. For information call Storey at 937-3701 ext. 28170.
Fitness/Sports
Southwest Community Center
2801 S.W. Thistle St.
Openings Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 - 10 a.m. in the strength and conditioning classes and the pickleball program, and Tuesdays and Thursdays 12 - 2 p.m. for adults 50 years and up. Please contact Mary at 935-2162 for more information.
Youth basketball league
Southwest Boys and Girls Club
9800 8th Ave. S.W., Suite 105
Now accepting registrations. K-2nd grade is co-ed, 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade are separate divisions. Practice start the week of Dec. 1 at local elementary schools and games begin the week of Jan. 5. Also looking for volunteer coaches, experience not necessary.
Business Network International
Pegasus Pizza
2758 Alki Ave. S.W.
Westside Professionals Chapter of Business Network Int'l., (BNI), meets every Wednesday from 8 - 9:30 a.m. at Pegasus. Bring 50 business cards for networking. Business owners and sales people are invited to attend. For details call Don Linley at 938-0300 or go to www.bninw.com.
Catechesis of the
Good Shepherd
St. John the Episcopal Baptist Church
3050 California Ave. S.W.
Ongoing. The curriculum responds to the silent cry of the child "Help me come close to God all by myself" using the teaching methods of Dr. Maria Montessori. For more information call 932-1973 or 937-4545.
New bilingual preschool
now enrolling
Southwest Family Center
4555 Delridge Way S.W.
937-7680
Ongoing. Lunch included. Spanish-English preschool for 4 year olds living in Seattle. We will help prepare your child for Kindergarten with high quality, culturally enriched early childhood education focusing on early literacy skills, field trips, outdoor adventures and science projects. Monthly tuition is $525 (free for families who meet income guidelines). To enroll call 937-7680.
'The Fauntleroy Story'
Fauntleroy Church
9140 California Ave. S.W.
932-5600
Be among the first to see "The Fauntleroy Story: 100 Years of Community," a 35-min. professional documentary about this West Seattle neighborhood, from its founding at the end of the streetcar line to present-day challenges. Free. Take-home copies of the DVD available by donation.
Seeking volunteers
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
684-7422
Volunteer opportunities available at High Point Community Center for the following: special events, advisory council members and basketball coaches. If you are interested please call 684-7422 or drop by.
Ballroom dancing
with Loretta
West Seattle Senior Center
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
420-3255
All ages, singles and couples welcome.
Tuesday, 6 - 7 p.m. Introductory Latin: Rumba, Cha Cha, Salsa
Tuesday, 7 - 8 p.m. Beginner Latin: Rumba, Cha Cha, Salsa
Thursday, 6 - 7 p.m. Beginner Ballroom: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango
$10 donation.
Fall art classes
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens
Now registering for fall art classes at Alki Bathhouse. New programs include an introduction to watercolor painting class and a card making class. Call 684-7430 for information.
New bilingual preschool
4555 Delridge Way S.W.
Now enrolling in a great new bilingual (Spanish-English) preschool for 4 year olds living in Seattle. Monthly tuition is $525 (free for families who meet income guidelines). Starts Sept. 22, children attend 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday-Thursday; lunch included. To enroll, call the Family Center at 937-7680. For more information call Jody at 790-7500 or Tamara at 920-2507.
Back to school
donation drive
Host a Back-to-School donation drive and help a foster child start the school year off right. We'll provide everything you need to collect donations and raise money. Get started by going to www.treehouseforkids.org or call 267-5109 to sign up. Send our community's foster kids back to school with confidence - in clothes that fit and feel great.
Alki Kid's Place
Alki UCC
6115 S.W. Hinds St.
Register now for a new after school program for children ages 4 - 14. The program includes arts and crafts, games, group activities along with quiet time for homework, reading, and tutoring. The hours are 2:30 - 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. $70 per week/$15 per day. Call 938-0145 for more information or to register.
100th birthday
preparations
6115 S.W. Hinds St.
Alki Congregational United Church of Christ is making plans for its 100th birthday in 2009. We are looking for help tracking down the families of the following Charter members of the congregation: George R. and Carrie E. Baker, Mr. and Mrs. Percy G. Copp, Mrs. E.J. Fuller, Mrs. Grace Livingston, Mrs. E.W. McGinnis, Mr. and Mrs. G.P. Peavey, Mrs. Ferdinand Schmitz, and Mr. and Mrs. B.H. Svendsen. If you can provide name and addresses of the descendents of these Charter members, please call the Alki Church office at 935-2661.
Flag football signups
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
684-7430
Ages 6-14 years old. Boys and girls will learn offensive and defensive skills that will enhance their natural abilities. Practice times and game times vary, so please call 684-7430 for specific dates, times, and for registration information.
Hospice volunteer training
Highline Hospice
12844 Military Rd. S.
439-9095
Highline Hospice is recruiting caring and compassionate people interested in supporting terminally ill patients and their families in West Seattle and White Center. Comprehensive training provided. Contact Michele Fawcett-Long, Volunteer Coordinator, at 439-9095.
'Biggest Loser'
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
Join us each week on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. to learn about a different topic of nutrition such as portion control, reading food labels, healthy food choices, etc. All participants will receive personal coaching, a free wellness evaluation, group support and more. To reserve your spot contact Stevie Johnson at 669-5674 or ricecake@comcast.net. $39 to join, $10 of your registration fee will be donated to help end childhood obesity in America.
Fruit tree harvest
Community Harvest of Southwest Seattle increases availability of urban fruits and vegetables for. During our fruit tree harvest, we harvest residential fruit trees and donate the fruit to the local food banks, senior center and schools. If you are interested in being a volunteer harvester or you have a tree that you would like harvested, please go to www.gleanit.org and fill out the online form.
Court appointed
special advocates needed
www.metrokc.gov/kcsc/depcasa.htm
Train to become a volunteer advocate for abused and neglected children. Must be 21, have excellent references and attend 28 hours of training. For more information call 296-1120 or email casa.group@kingcounty.gov
Help Seniors
Help seniors in your community remain independent by becoming a volunteer driver for Senior Services. Drivers use their own vehicles and choose the days and times they'd like to volunteer. Senior Services reimburses for mileage and parking costs and offers supplemental liability insurance. Interested? Call 748-7588, 1-800-282-5815, or apply online at www.seniorservices.org.
Volunteer work party -
Camp Long
first saturdays
Camp Long
5200 35th Ave. S.W.
684-7434
Second Saturdays ongoing, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Ages 8 and older. Help with forest restoration, trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, planting and weeding. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please RSVP by calling 423-0762.
KCFFI community dinners
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
4408 Delridge Way S.W.
935-2999
Wednesdays ongoing. Cooking 5 - 6 p.m., conversation and eating 6 - 8 p.m. DNDA participates in the King County Food and Fitness Initiative (KCFFI), which seeks to develop and promote sustainable, healthy lifestyles. The Youth Leadership Development Subcommittee will convene on Wednesdays to prepare delicious organic meals and hear presentations by regional organizations. For more information e-mail Randy at randye@dnda.org.
New passport hours
Delridge NSC
5405 Delridge Way S.W.
Open Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
West Seattle NSC
4205 S.W. Alaska St.
Open Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
'Icons of West Seattle'
3003 61st Ave. S.W.
938-5293
Learn of the natatorium diving sign, about the doomed old West Seattle Bridge, the original Alki beach Statue of Liberty and the 18-foot totem pole carved by Seattleites in the 1960's. Open 12 - 4 p.m. Thursday - Sunday, and by appointment. Admission by donation.
Overeaters Anonymous
Seaview Methodist Church
4620 S.W. Graham St.
260-5045
Meetings: Sundays and Tuesdays 7 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. For information, call Tami at 937-6321.
Hallava Falafel
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
4408 Delridge Way S.W.
Mondays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Hall
