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West Seattle Timebank Open House and Potluck
Senior Center of West Seattle
4217 SW Oregon St.
Thurs., May 19, 6 p.m., Join us for our monthly Open House and Potluck. This month’s speaker is West Seattle resident Kellie Phelan. Enjoy an interactive presentation about how she uses her interests to connect with others including passing along knowledge via Seattle Farm School, swapping homegrown veggies with neighbors, and most recently, sharing essential oils with people. You’ll get a chance to explore these plant-based products. Come learn how they can help reduce your toxic load, promote more peaceful sleep, boost your immunity, and so much more. Kellie will share some of her knowledge of essentials oils with us and there will be tons of sampling time! Check out more about what Kellie is up to on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kelliephelan/ or her website www.kelliephelan.com. for more information contact Tamsen Spengler at 206.261.3586 or visit www.westseattletimebank.com.

Discovery Shop
4535 California Ave. S.W.
206.937.7169
Armed Forces Day is May 21 so pick a flag at checkout to determine your discount on any one item of your choice. Then in honor of Memorial Day all Red, White and Blue clothing is reduced 40% May 26 through May 29. In addition, all items with yellow tags are half price starting May 27. Seniors get a 20% discount on their entire purchase all day every Tues., high schoolers with student ID get the same all day every Sat. and all men’s wear is 40% off every Sun. The all volunteer run, non profit American Cancer Society shop will be closed on Memorial Day. Normal hours are every Sun. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. and all other days 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Follow our blog at www.discoveryshopwestseattle.org/ and LIKE us on Facebook.

Taste of West Seattle
The Hall at Fauntleroy
9131 California Ave. S.W.
Thurs., May 26, 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by The West Seattle Helpline, this local, community-based annual food fair is the largest event of its kind in West Seattle. It features food and drink from 50 different restaurants, breweries, wineries, coffee shops, bakeries, chocolatiers, specialty food stores and more! All proceeds go directly to support the West Seattle Helpline’s emergency assistance programs for low-income individuals and families in West Seattle. VIP Tickets: $100 (includes early entry, VIP seating, unlimited food AND drink tastes, special giveaway) General Admission: $55 (includes unlimited food tastes, 3 drink taste tokens). Must be 21 and over. www.tasteofwestseattle.org.

WSHS Class of 1966 Reunion Weekend
Various locations
June 2–4. The West Seattle High School Class of 1966 50th Reunion weekend will include informal gatherings, golf and a party at Normandy Park Cove and all School Reunion. For more information contact Kathy Braymer Shepard, kathy@westseattle66.com.

Annual West Seattle Memorial Day Ceremony
Forest Lawn Cemetery
6701 30th Ave. S.W.
Mon., May 30, 2 p.m. The annual West Seattle Memorial Day Ceremony is scheduled to last about an hour. American Legion Post 160 as well as other community organizations will be in attendance. For more information, please visit: www.walegion160.org or call 206.932.9696.

WSHS Class of 1956 Reunion
Saltys on Alki
1936 Harbor Ave.
Fri., June 3, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.. The West Seattle High School Class Class of 1956 is holding their 60th class reunion this June at Saltys on Alki. Will include lunch buffet, no host bar, raffle and a lot of socializing. The price is $56/person. For more information contact Sally Jo Rich 206.282.4335, e-mail sjrich99@gmail.com.

2nd Annual Rib BBQ Cook-off
Daystar Retirement Village
2615 S.W. Barton St.
Sat., June 4, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Senior living organizations compete for the title of Best BBQ Ribs! All you can eat pulled pork, burgers, hotdogs and sides. Activities for the kids: bouncy house, face painting, clowns. Entertainment by Tim Turner Band, raffles and more! All proceeds benefit West Seattle and White Center Food Banks and will help end hunger for area seniors and children. Adults $15, Kids 12 and under $7. Parking available at Westwood Village. Free shuttle service provided. For more information call 206.937.6122 or visit www.DaystarSeattle.com.

Barton Neighborhood RainWise Info Event
Brace Point Pottery
4208 S.W. 100th St.
Sat., June 11, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. RainWise outreach staff will have information and answers to your questions about the rebate program and how to participate during the final months the Barton basin is eligible. Attend this neighborhood event and get started with RainWise before it is too late. For more information contact Sonja Sivesind at sonja@urbansystemsdesign.com.

Alki’s First Annual Luau
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
206.684.7430
Sat., June 18, 5–7:30 p.m. Join us as we start the summer off with an island dream. We’ll transport you and your family to the pacific islands. Enjoy music, a salad & fruit bar, dinner and a floor show performed by Franklin High School Poly Club. $10 per adult 17 and up, $5 per senior 55+ amd youth 16 and under. Includes dinner and floor show. Pre-sold tickets only.

Chief Sealth Multi Class Reunion
Lincoln Park, Shelters #3 and #4
Fri., July 22, 3–10 p.m. Chief Sealth High School classes of 1969 – 1975 are sponsoring the 1st Annual “Chief Sealth High Day” at Lincoln Park! Our goal is to plan for an annual event involving all 5 shelters next year, complimentary food and fun for all Seahawks! For more information, please contact David Katt at djkatt@comcast.net or craigrobberts@bhhsnwre.com.

Alki Skate Night
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
(206) 684-7430
Every Fri. through June 17 until Fall, 6-7:45pm, Come join us for a fun filled night with the entire family. Enjoy the latest in pop music, lights, games and prizes. For theme night information please contact us. $3 per skater.

Early Days Parent
Support Group Meetings
Nurturing Expressions
4746 44th Ave. S.W., Suite 201
425.243.2355
Every Mon., 10:30 a.m.–Noon (except federal holidays). Early Days uses the MotherWoman format to facilitate an honest discussion of the realities of parenting. Trained facilitators work to create a comfortable environment for folks to share whatever is going on for them, free of judgement or advice. You are not alone! All moms (birth, adoptive, foster) who experience emotional challenges are welcome. Come join a circle of parents that are having similar feelings and challenges! Support people and partners welcome! Suggested donation $10; no one turned away. www.TheEarlyDays.org / Facebook: EarlyDaysWS / earlydaysws@gmail.com.

GriefShare Support Group
Grace Church
10323 28th Ave. S.W
Meets every Sat. until May 21, 10 a.m. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one by death. You can start at any time and it does not matter how long ago the death occurred. A onetime $15 covers the cost of your workbook. Call Grace Church 206.937.8400 or Barb at 206.932.7459.

Kiwanis of West Seattle
Weekly Meeting
The Sisson Building/Senior Center
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
www.kiwaniswestseattle.org
Every Wed., 6:30–7:30 p.m. Guests Welcome. People dedicated to community service, and we have FUN, too! Sponsor Key Clubs at local High Schools plus many activities to support our community.Established in West Seattle in 1929. Years and years of service to the community. Come check us out! Information: Denis Sapiro, 206.601.4136.

West Seattle
TOPS Meeting
Providence Mount St. Vincent
4831 35th Ave. S.W.
Every Tues. evening, 5:30–7p.m. Everyone is welcome to join us at our “Take Off Pounds Sensibly” weekly meeting, an encouraging weight loss support group. Weigh-in 5:30–6 p.m. and Meeting 6–7 p.m. Our group encourages healthy living and loss of pounds, with accountability via our weekly weigh-ins. Meetings include informative programs, challenges, awards, encouragement and lots of FUN! TOPS is an extremely affordable program. Convenient and free parking. For more information contact: Linda at 206.932.3021 or Jane at 206.938.4439.

West Seattle Lion’s Club Events
Senior Center of West Seattle – 2nd floor
4217 S.W. Oregon St.
Thurs., Noon–1:30 p.m. for lunch and speaker unless otherwise noted. Call Harvey Rowe at 206.762.1221 for reservations by prior Tues. evening. Lunch $7.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Guadalupe Church
Pastoral Care Center
7000 35th Ave. S.W.
Every Tues., 9:30 a.m. TOPS is an encouraging weight loss support group with weigh-ins every Tuesday. For info: 206.932.2621.

“The Memory Lane Cafe”
Angelina’s
2311 California Ave. S.W.
Third Wed. 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 and drink at happy hour prices! Sponsored by West Seattle Senior Center and Angelina’s Restaurant. Questions: theresamz@seniorservices.org or 206.932.4044.

Overeaters Anonymous Meetings
Peace Lutheran Church
8316 39th Ave. S.W.
Every Thurs. 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 Sat. 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.
Every Wed., 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 Thurs., Noon–1:30 p.m.

Irish Dance Lessons
West Seattle VFW Hall
3601 S.W. Alaska St.
Every Mon. and Tues. in the late afternoon and 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 Thurs., 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.
Every Thurs., 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 Wed., 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.
Every Mon. and Thurs. 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.