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Discovery Shop
4535 California Ave. SW
206 937 7169
Our popular semi-annual storewide half price sale ends March 5 but there’s still a good selection of quality clothing, shoes, accessories, housewares and antique, vintage and collectible treasures. All items with pink tags are 50% off. Seniors receive a 20% discount on their entire purchase all day Tuesday, high schoolers with student ID get the same all day Saturday and men’s wear is reduced 40% every Sunday. The all volunteer run, non profit American Cancer Society shop is open Sunday’s 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and all other days 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Daystar Toastmasters
Daystar Retirement Village
2615 S.W. Barton
Sat., March 4, 10–11 a.m. 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. Meetings are the first and third Sat. morning each month from 10–11 a.m. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early for orientation. For more information visit daystarclub.toastmastersclubs.org. or call Bill at 206.932.6706.

White Center Community Crab Feed
White Center Eagles
10452 15th Ave. S.W.
Sat., March 4 from 5–9 p.m. An effort is underway to revive Evergreen’s Booster Club, a once proud and active group in place to support Evergreen High School’s athletics and activities programs. The first big fundraiser for the new club is a Crab Feed with music by Island Soul. $25 in advance. $30 at the door. For tickets contact Patricia Thompson, Pvthompson206@hotmail.com.

Lindsay Peyton Featured at West Seattle Art Walk
Viscon Cellars
5910 California Ave. S.W.
Thurs., March 9, 6–9 p.m. Winemaker Ben Viscon and painter Lindsay Peyton are both a long way from their hometowns in Texas. But they’re staking a claim in Seattle and making a name for themselves as creative forces in the city. And now both of their creations are featured side-by-side at Viscon Cellars.

West Seattle Helpline
Benefit Concert
Alki United Church of Christ (Alki UCC)
6115 SW Hinds, Seattle
Fri., March 10, 7:30 p.m. Alki UCC’s “Music with a Heart” presents The Seattle Marimba Quartet, From Bach to Billy Joel … An Evening of Classical & Pop Standards featuring Christian Krehbiel, Chris Lennard, Craig Wende and Brian Yarkosky. Net proceeds benefit the West Seattle Helpline. Suggested donation $20; Refreshments and treats at intermission. Info: office@alkiucc.org

WSCO Spring
Celebration
Chief Sealth Auditorium
2600 S.W. Thistle
Fri., March 10, 7:30 p.m. The West Seattle Community Orchestra presents: Spring Celebration. Mozart Violin Concerto no. 3 in G Major. Quinton Morris, Violin, and WSCO Symphony Orchestra, James Pham, Conductor. Program also includes, Verdi - Triumphal March from Aida, Strauss Jr. - Emperor Waltzes and Glazunov - Overture Solenelle.

A Princess Ball
VFW
3601 S.W. Alaska
Sat., March 11, 3:30–5:30 p.m. Miss Sheryl’s Ballet and Party Princess Productions are proud to be working together to present A Princess Ball. Join our special princess guests for hors d’oeuvres, crafting, storytelling and dancing and even a super hero! We hope you can join us at this magical event. For questions or ticket information, email Sheryl at onpointmom@gmail.com.

Resource Open House For Business Owners And Entrepreneurs
Seattle Public Library–Delridge Branch
5423 Delridge Way S.W.,
Thurs., March 16, 4–6 p.m. The Seattle Public Library will host an open house where business owners and entrepreneurs can meet with community lenders and providers of free business consulting. The event will gather together local experts who provide technical and financial assistance to new and growing businesses. Attendees will receive free advice on next steps, business ideas and financial assistance. Registration is not required. For more information, call 206.733.9125.

6th Annual Duwamish Rowing Club FUNdraiser
Highland Park Improvement Club
1116 S.W. Holden St.
Sat., March 25, 6-10 p.m. Theme: Music Night/Open Turntable—Bring your favorite songs on vinyl for DJ to play. Speaker: Former University of Washington rowing Coach Bob Ernst Silent Auctions and Drawing. Prizes include: Airplane ride, weekend at the Freestone Inn in the Methow Valley (valued over $400). Suggested donation $20 age 19 and older includes: bowl of chili, cornbread and one drink. 18 and under are free. For more info email Sarah Blum at arahblum@q.com.

King County Parks
Kendo Class
White Center Park
1321 SW 102nd
Every Mon. 7–9 p.m. Winter quarter classes start Jan. 2 end March 20 (No Class Jan. 16 and Feb. 20). Kendo is a highly technical Japanese sport developed from Samurai Warrior swordsmanship. lt develops eye-hand-foot coordination, self discipline, and the basic principles of self defense. Students use armor and bamboo sticks when engaged in facilitated matches. lnstructor: Jeff Marsten, 7th Degree Blackbelt-All Japan Kendo Federation, Former US National Champion and Pan Am Champion. $70 for 10 classes. Equipment List: $20 Wood Sword for first class, $25 Bamboo Sword after weeks 4–6. For more info email Jeffrey at jmarsten@comcast.net.

Support U: Fostering Caregiver Wellness
Alki United Church of Christ
6115 S.W. Hinds St.
Sat., Feb. 25 and March 11, 9:30 a.m.–Noon. Caregiver Support classes developed by Lutheran Community Services to make life better for seniors and their caregivers. Basic care-giving information and tips to help reduce the number of caregivers who suffer from burnout by trying to “do it all” alone. The cost is only $5 to cover the expense of materials. For more info or to RSVP email office@alkiucc.org or call 206.935.2661.

GriefShare Recovery
Support Group
Grace Church
10323 28th Ave. S.W.
Every Sat., Feb. 25–May 20, 10 a.m.–Noon. Grace Church in West Seattle will be hosting a 13-week GriefShare recovery support group for those that have lost a loved one by death. You are free to join at any time. A one time $15 charge will cover the cost of your workbook. For more information please contact Grace Church at 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 Block Watch Captains’ Network
S.W. Police Precinct
2300 S.W. Webster St.
Every fourth Tues., 6:30 – 8 p.m. Our special guest will be Alex Voorhees from the King County Prosecutor’s office. Serial burglars and auto thefts will be our big topics of discussion. She’ll provide an overview of how their office deals with serial offenders—especially offenders involved in property offenses (burglary, auto theft and prowl and ID theft). Everyone is welcome, even if you aren’t a Block Watch Captain! RSVP is appreciated, but not necessary to attend. You can email us at wsblockwatchnet@gmail.com.

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.TheEarly Days.org / Facebook: EarlyDays WS / earlydaysws@gmail.com.

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.

Alzheimer Caregiver
Support Group
Providence Mt. St. Vincent,
4831 35th Ave S.W.
Third Thurs. of the month, 1–2:30 p.m. Caring for someone with memory loss? Do you need information and support? Alzheimer’s Association family caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with memory loss. For information call Kristine Kumangai at 206.937.3701 ext. 28345.

Volunteer with Food Lifeline to end hunger in Western Washington
Every Mon.–Fri., 8:45 a.m.–Noon and 12:45–5 p.m. 40% of food in America goes to waste. You can help change that by volunteering with Food Lifeline’s Fresh Rescue program. Local grocery stores donate perishable and shelf-stable products, including produce, dairy, meat and bakery items. Volunteers work alongside a trained staff to inspect and pack grocery donations for immediate distribution to 275 local food assistance programs. For more information or to sign up to volunteer, please email our volunteer team at volunteer@foodlifeline.org or visit www.foodlifeline.volunteerhub.com.

—ONGOING PAID EVENTS—

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., Meeting 6–7 p.m. Our group encourages healthy living and loss of pounds, with accountability via our weekly weigh-ins. 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.

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.

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