AAA Driver Improvement Program
West Seattle Christian Church
4400 42nd Ave. S.W.
Sat., March 21, 8:30-4 p.m. Now accepting reservations for the refresher course on defensive driving skills, which gives practical guidance for traffic accident prevention and enhances driver safety and confidence. Successful course completion qualifies drivers 55 years of age and over for automobile insurance premium discounts. $18 per person. Pre-registration is required, call 206-243-3564.

American Sewing Guild Monthly Meeting
The Kenney
7125 Fauntleroy Way S.W.
Sat., March 21, 10 a.m.—noon. Share your Sew Expo experience: what did you learn, who do you recommend, what treasures did you find? Bring it all to our meeting along with a pattern to use in the One Pattern, Many Ways Challenge. Bring your Sew & Tell along with your questions. For more info: Claudia, 937-5774.

Duwamish Native Foods ~ Now & Then ~ Traditional Medicine
Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center
4705 W. Marginal Way S.W.
206.431.1582 or www.duwamishtribe.org
Sun., March 22, Noon-4 p.m. All invited. Free program sharing the cultural and food traditions of Chief Seattle’s Duwamish Tribe. Guest speaker 1 p.m.: Paul Eubanks premiers video: Vi Hilbert, Indian Medicine from a Strong Mind; Cultural Program 2 p.m.; Shared Meal 3-4 p.m.: split pea soup & fry bread. More info at: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1373643. Bi-monthly program, 2nd & 4th Sundays, February thru July. Currently in the Duwamish Art Gallery: Roger Fernandes’ “Proof of Spirit.” Donations in support of the continuing operation of the Longhouse are always welcome. Free parking in area.

Thrive 9 Birthday Bash
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
4408 Delridge Way S.W.
www.youngstownarts.org
Sat., March 28, 5-9 p.m. Help celebrate 9 years of the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, West Seattle’s dynamic arts & culture hub. Music & dancing, games & prizes, food & drink, beer garden, and family fun. Benefits the amazing youth programs at Youngstown! Tickets: $10/adults, $5/kids under 12 at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1238982 or call 206.935.2999. Can’t make it, but want to support our arts programming: www.youngstownarts.org/support

Volunteer Soccer Coaches Needed
High Point Community Center
206.684.7422
South Park Community Center
206.684.7451
Spring 2015, Mon. and/or Wed. afternoon / evenings. Both Centers are looking for volunteer soccer coaches to start up a new soccer league in their neighborhoods. Coaches will teach soccer skills to 5-7 & 8-10 year olds. Games will be on Friday nights. If interested contact: giovannina.souers@seattle.gov

Community Information Meetings for Charter School
Summit Public Schools is applying to open a free, public charter school, grades 6-12, in West Seattle. We invite the community to join us at an upcoming Information Session and to share their input.

White Center Library
11220 16th Ave. S.W.
Tues., March 17, 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Discovery Shop
4535 California Ave. S.W.
206 937 7169
We've got Easter covered with baskets, decorations and clothes for you and your family. On March 20 & 21, pick an egg at check-out to determine your discount. Starting March 22, all items with pink tags are reduced 75% and all coats and winter sweaters are half price. If you love antiques, vintage and collectibles, be sure to check the shelves the first Wednesday of each month when a new selection of merchandise is available. When you shop, donate and volunteer with us, you help achieve our goal of funding cancer research. The American Cancer Society shop is open Sundays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and all other days 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Follow our blog at www.discoveryshopwestseattle.org and like us on Facebook where we appreciate your comments.

GriefShare Recovery Support Group
Grace Church
10323 28th Ave. S.W.
Saturdays, thru May 16, 13 weeks, 10 a.m.-noon. This international grief recovery support group is open to anyone who has lost a loved one to death. You can start at anytime and it doesn’t matter how long ago the death occurred. There is a one time cost of $15 for a workbook. Contact: Barb at 206-932-7459 or Grace Church 206-937-8400.

Be a Beach Naturalist in 2015!
Care about beaches and good with people? Register by March 22 to be a volunteer beach naturalist with the Seattle Aquarium at a Seattle-area beach this summer. Naturalists will receive training from marine and interpretative experts and then spend low-tide weekdays and weekend days from May 27 - August 11 helping visitors enjoy the beach without harming it at South Alki Beach and Lincoln Park. Training begins March 25. For information: j.mathisen@seattleaquarium.org or call (206)386-4365. To register: BeachNaturalist@seattleaquarium.org

Hospice Volunteers Needed
West Seattle & White Center
Providence Hospice of Seattle is seeking caring and compassionate volunteers to support patients in your neighborhood. Volunteers provide companionship, caregiver respite, transportation assistance, errands and housework. Barbers and notaries also needed. After comprehensive training - 4 hours per week, flexible scheduling. Please contact: HOSvolunteerservices@providence.org or 206.320.4000

West Seattle Garden Tour Volunteers Needed
Do you love gardening, meeting new friends and celebrating summer in Seattle? If so, join the West Seattle Garden Tour committee. Volunteers needed to help plan the 21st annual WS Garden Tour. Tour takes place Sun., July 19th. Not necessary to be a Master Gardener - a number of volunteer opportunities are available. For more information: Clay Swidler 206.669.4653

After School Enrichment Programs
Neighborhood House High Point Family Center
6400 Sylvan Way S.W.
Free to all West Seattle residents; for information or to register: megand@nhwa.org or 206.588.4900 ext. 620

“Science in Action” - 7 weeks for K-2nd graders. Wednesdays starting Jan. 14. Hands on activities to learn about watersheds and how their actions impact the environment.

“Science with Ann” - 1st and 2nd graders. Mondays thru March 30, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Learn about environment, nature and the science of it all.

“Cooking Matters” - families and children ages 3-5. Weekly class attendance required with only 15 spaces available for this cooking class. Tuesdays, Jan. 20 thru Feb. 24, 10 a.m-Noon.

“Pre-School Art & Block” Mondays, 11-12:30 p.m. Art activities for kids ages 0-5 years. Children’s Librarian Nathalie Glems joins us every 1st Monday of the month for art, stories and songs.

“Play & Learn” - Wednesdays, 11-12:30 p.m. Lots of fun toys for kids ages 0-5 years to practice socialization skills and have a good time.

“ESL Classes” - Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. English language skill building for beginner, intermediate and advanced students.

“La Leche League Meetings” - 2nd Monday of month, 7-8:30 p.m. or 4th Monday of month, 10:30 a.m.-Noon. Breast feeding support groups for new mom’s (partners welcome) to talk and ask questions.

Chief Sealth Class of 1965 50th Reunion Plans
Sat., Aug. 22, 2015 at South Seattle Community College. We are looking for our classmates who can contact us with their name, maiden name, address and email address at: Sealth1965@yahoo.com. More information will be forth coming as the planning process continues.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Mount Saint Vincent
3500 35th Ave. S.W.
Every Tuesday at 5:45-7 p.m. TOPS is an encouraging support group with weigh ins each meeting. Call for information: Pat at 206.935.2186

Culinary Volunteers Needed
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
206-932-4044 x8
Great volunteer positions to utilize culinary talents. Friendly people and great atmosphere. Working with seniors and members of the community. Café assistants: 8:30-12:30 p.m. or 10:30-2 p.m., M-F. Kitchen Assistant: 9:30-1:30 p.m., M-F. Call Debra: 206-932-4044 or email: debrag@seniorservices.org.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Guadalupe Church-Pastoral Care Center
7000 35th Ave. S.W.
Every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. TOPS is an encouraging weight loss support group with weigh-ins every Tuesday. For info at 206-932-2621.

“The Memory Lane Cafe”
Angelina’s
2311 California Ave. S.W.
Third Wednesday of month, 3-4:30 p.m. For persons with Dementia/Alzheimer’s and their care partners. No judgement or expectations. Just come and be yourself and have a good time! No cost other than your food & drink at happy hour prices! Sponsored by West Seattle Senior Center & Angelina’s Restaurant. Questions: theresamz@seniorservices.org or 206-932-4044

Seeking ESL tutors
Volunteers 18+, fluent in English, certified and experienced teaching adults.. Application, interview and background check are required. Orientation and on-going support are provided. Info www.stjames-cathedral.org/immigrant or 206-382-4511 or email cwalsh@stjames-cathedral.org

WSHS Host Families Needed
Host families are needed for foreign exchange students who will attend West Seattle High School for the second semester. Host families do not need to have teenagers of their own; young families as well as empty nesters are excellent high school student hosts. For info: 360-661-0552 or j.henderson33@hotmail.com.

West Seattle Senior Center Needs Volunteers
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
Make a difference by getting involved! For info 206-932-4044 or email at debrag@seniorservices.org.

Daystar Toastmasters Meeting Changes to Saturday & Guests Welcome
Daystar Retirement Village
2615 S.W. Barton St.
1st & 3rd Saturday of month, starting Feb. 7, 10-11 a.m, arrive 10 minutes early for orientation. Come as a guest to experience the safe, supportive atmosphere in which you can grow your communication and leadership skills. Improve your ability to think-on-your-feet and become more comfortable speaking to groups. See daystarclub.toastmastersclubs.org or questions: Bill at 206-932-6706.

Camp Long Saturday Morning Family Nature Walks
5200 35th Ave S.W.
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday morning until schedule changes, 10:30 a.m.--Noon. See, engage with, learn about the plants, animals and fungi of Camp Long with the whole family, from the salamanders, owls and hawks, to the dragonflies, butterflies and beetles in season. $8-$12 per person suggested donation. Sign up at: ecostewart@gmail.com or 206-932-7225, www.stewardshipadventures.com.

Stop ‘N Shop
4504 California Ave. S.W.
Remember to donate reusable items ie kitchenware, tools, knickknacks, jewelry, linens, furniture, home decorations, clothing & accessories to the Senior Center’s Stop ‘n Shop. Our thrift shop runs on the generous donations of folks like you!!! All donations tax deductible! Hours are 7 days a week, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Seattle Accordion Club Program
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 SW Oregon St.
Meets 2nd Monday of month. Social 7 p.m., program 7:30-9:30 p.m. The $5 admission fee includes coffee/tea and cookies or other sweets. The programs feature both professional and amateur accordionists and groups.

West Seattle Rotary Club Meeting
Salty’s on Alki Beach
1936 Harbor Ave. S.W.
206-932-0356
Meets every Tuesday, Noon-1:30 p.m. Lunch $20.

Coworking Meetup
Office Junction
5230 California Ave. S.W., Suite B
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of month, 12-1 p.m. These are free, informal brown bag lunches for freelancers, independent business professionals, creatives and entrepreneurs working from home or coffee shops. We discuss business ideas, share skills, get feedback on projects, collaborate and network. Read about our past meetings at www.wsofficejunction.com. Come join us!

Stop ‘N Shop
4504 California Ave. S.W.
Volunteers Needed:
Weekend volunteers needed to cashier at the Stop “N Shop thrift store. You will meet new people, gain a sense of achievement and give back to your community. Shifts on Saturday and Sunday are from 10-1 p.m. and 1-4 p.m.

Volunteer consultant, computer lab assistant needed. Network experience needed (Microsoft server), maintain eleven lab computers and security system. Hours can vary.
Contact Margie at 206-932-4044 x8 or debrag@seniorservices.org.

Grief Support Group
Our Lady of Guadalupe Pastoral Center
7000 35th Ave. S.W. (just north of the Parish Center under construction)
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Meet weekly for 6-8 weeks. Anyone in the community who has suffered the loss of a loved one is welcome. Led by a pastoral counselor and staff member. Questions or RSVP John at 935-0358 ext. 110.

West Seattle Lion’s Club Events
Senior Center of West Seattle - 2nd floor
4217 S.W. Oregon St
Thursdays, Noon-1:30 p.m. for lunch & speaker unless otherwise noted.
Call Harvey Rowe at 206-762-1221 for reservations by prior Tuesday evening. Lunch $7.

Overeaters Anonymous Meetings
Peace Lutheran Church
8316 39th Ave. S.W.
Every Thursday evening, 7-8:15 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of women and men who meet to help solve compulsive overeating (obesity, anorexia and bulimia). The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. OA is a non-profit international organization patterned after the Twelve-Step Alcoholics Anonymous program. All are welcome. For more info 206-979-6665 or www.seattleoa.org.

AARP Defensive Driving Workshop
Daystar Retirement Village
2615 S.W. Barton St.
First Saturday of every month, ongoing, 9-5:30 p.m. $15 for members, $20 non-members. Call 206-937-6122 for info or to RSVP.

Business Network with Westside Professionals
Alki Masonic Hall
4736 40th Ave. S.W.
Wednesdays, 8-9:30 a.m. Build your business through referrals and networking. For info, contact sfelix@quidnunc.net

Join the West Seattle Lion’s Club
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
206-762-1221
Meets every Thursday, noon-1:30 p.m.

Volunteers for Playing Piano/Entertainment or
Manicure/Pedicure Volunteers
Providence Elizabeth House
3201 S.W. Graham St.
206-938-3276
Leave a message. yuliyam@u.washington.edu

At Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 SW Oregon St.
206-932-4044

Yoga for the 50 Plus
Senior Center of West Seattle has expanded its health & fitness options. This new yoga class for older adults meets Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. $7/Senior Center members or $10/non-members. Suitable for beginners and those with some yoga experience. Instructor Anita Thompson is a certified yoga teacher with more than 15 years of teaching experience. Class will help those 50 and older stay active and address some of the challenges of aging, such as improving balance and flexibility. Advance registration is preferred, but drop-ins welcome. Bringing a yoga mat and a large bath towel are recommended.

Casino Trips via bus from West Seattle: call Flo at 206-938-1700.

Informal Conversational Spanish Classes
Fridays, 1-2:15 p.m. Facilitated by Suzanne Duffy-Kane, world language educator. Register: 206-932-4044.

Homestyle Lunches Daily
11:45-12:15 p.m. daily. FDA approved full meals for suggested donation of $3-$6. Reservations 206-932-4044.

The Cafe
9:30-1:30 p.m. daily. Nominally priced homemade soup, sandwiches, salads, and cookies.

Chair Massage
Fridays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. 15 minute appointments at $7/members or $9/non-members. Appointments with Eric LaSeur at 206-932-4044.

Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays, 9:15-10:30 a.m. Drop-in, $5 members/$7 non-members. Chair and standing postures (no floor sitting). Improve breathing, posture, flexibility, balance and peace of mind. Postures can be adapted to your abilities or limitations. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Enhance Fitness Exercise Classes
Monday, Wednesday & Friday, on-going, 8-9 a.m. & 9-10 a.m. (2 sessions). Free to Group Health members or $30 for 5 weeks. Innovative and fun strength-training classes, using wrist & ankle weights, aerobics, balance and stretching.

Old Clothes = New Opportunities Donation Station
Northwest Center ‘Big Blue Truck’
Diamond Parking Lot
44th Ave. S.W. & S.W. Edmunds St.
Fridays - Sundays, 9-5 p.m. Clean out your closets and drop off your reusable clothing and household items at the donation station. List of donations accepted visit bigbluetruck.org or (800) 992-2060. Donations are tax deductible and donors receive a $3 off coupon to Value Village.

Irish Dance Lessons
West Seattle VFW Hall
3601 S.W. Alaska St.
Mondays & Tuesdays in the late afternoon & early evenings. Open to children and adults. Information at 206-851-2102.

Providence Elizabeth House
3201 S.W. Graham St.
206-938-3276

Volunteers for Playing Piano/Entertainment
Every second Thursday, 12:45-1:45 p.m. We need someone to play piano or entertain seniors for an hour or so during Birthday Celebrations.

Volunteers for Sign Language Communication with Deaf
Come in once or twice a month to speak with a senior deaf resident. This would be very beneficial for us to have an opportunity to interact with them as well as provide practice to volunteer who studies or wants to practice using sign language.

BNI West Seattle Champion Meeting
The Kenney
7125 Fauntleroy Way S.W.
Thursdays, 7:45-9:15 a.m. Learn how to grow your business with quality referrals. $10 includes breakfast.

District Council Meetings
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center
4408 Delridge Way S.W.
Third Wednesday, 7–9 p.m. Representatives from neighborhood councils and other community organizations provide reports on what issues and concerns they are working on and announcements about up-coming community meetings and events.

Stay-at-home dads
Hiawatha Playfield Playground
2700 California Ave. S.W.
Mondays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. A resource and community for stay-at-home dads, fathers who are primary caregiver in their family, and other involved dads are welcome. All fathers are invited.

Volunteers Needed
Providence Mount St. Vincent
4831 35th Ave. S.W.
Volunteers for hair salon, gift shop, child care, field trips, one-on-one visits with elderly residents. For info 937-3701 ext. 28170 or www.providence.org/themount

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