The Holy Rosary School Christmas Tree Lot
will be opening on Saturday, Nov. 28 until Sunday, December 20. The hours of operation are Monday – Friday 3pm – 9pm and Saturday and Sunday 9am-9pm.
The link to our web site is:
http://treelot.holyrosaryws.org/
As in years past, 15% of the proceeds support local charities including the West Seattle Food Bank, West Seattle Helpline and Hickman House of West Seattle.

Sunday, December 13 at 7 p.m. - New York pianist Donald Sosin accompanies
the original 1927 blockbuster, CHICAGO, the classic comedy-drama crime film
that spawned two recent movies and a stage musical. Produced by Cecil B.
DeMille, this will be the first Seattle screening of this recently restored
masterwork. Tickets $8-$14.
Kenyon Hall
7904 35th Ave SW
Seattle 98126
(206) 937-3613
www.kenyonhall.org

Threads of Love Open House
St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church
3050 California Ave. S.W.
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 7-9 p.m. All are welcome to come to our annual open house and in-gathering. Stop by for a cup of hot cider and see samples of the items we make for the neonatal ICU at Swedish and children's Hospital.

Daystar Toastmasters
Daystar Retirement Village
2615 S.W. Barton
206-932-6706
Monday, Dec. 4, 12-1 p.m. Come experience the safe, supportive atmosphere in which you can grow your communication and leadership skills. Meetings are the second and fourth Mondays, arrive 5-1o minutes early for orientation. http://daystarclub.freetoastost.us

Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale
White Center Library
11220 16th Ave. S.W.
206-243-0233
Saturday, Dec. 5, 11-3 p.m. Children can enjoy "Charlie's Crazy Christmas Show" at 2 p.m. This is a free event.

Holiday Bazaar
Delridge Community Center
4501 Delridge Way S.W.
206-684-7423
Saturday, Dec. 5, 10-3 p.m. Make Delridge your first stop for those special holiday buys. There will be vendors on hand to present a wide variety of gifts and hand crafted items. Tables are still available for vendors!

Building a Better Home
Ventana Construction
5458 California Ave. S.W.
206-932-3009
Thursday, Dec. 3, 6 p.m. Homeowners considering remodeling your home or building a new custom home, this workshop is an invaluable first step in the process. Learn from experienced professionals. Open to the public and seating is limited.

Hometown Holidays Tree Lighting
Farmers Market Lot
44th and Alaska
Saturday, Dec. 5, 5-6 p.m. The WSJA presents the Hometown Holidays Junction Christmas Tree Lighting, complete with entertainment, revelry and more! Parking lot at southeast corner of 44th and Alaska.

Hometown Holidays Headquarters
Key Bank
4701 California Ave. S.W.
Sunday, Dec. 6, 12-4 p.m. Come and get information on all of the Junction festivities, shopping and more. Santa photos, mule carriage rides, and free gift wrap for purchases over $50.

Rethinking Afghanistan
West Seattle Library
2306 42nd Ave. S.W.
206-932-9522
Sunday, Dec. 13, 2 p.m. West Seattle Neighbors for Peace and Justice will show a ground breaking, full length documentary focusing on the key issues surrounding this war, at the Sunday Meaningful Matinee. Free admission, discussion afterwards. Popcorn for peace, juice for justice.

Red Ranger Came Calling
Open Space for Arts & Community
18870 103rd Ave S.W., Vashon Island
Saturday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m. A benefit for Vashon Community Care Center. Purchase tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com Berkeley Breathed will read "Red Ranger Came Calling" in this unique audio/visual holiday experience for families.

Neighbors For Peace Monthly Meeting
Alki Congregational Church
6115 S.W. Hinds
Sunday, Dec. 2, 5 p.m. Meeting with open dialogue on action items, 6 p.m. potluck. Public is invited. Come join us at our weekly vigils and show you opposition to the war/occupation in Iraq and Afghanistan at the Alaska/California Junction every Sunday from noon to 1 p.m.

Christmas Program
Tibbetts United Methodist
3940 41st S.W.
206-932-7777
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 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 items, Christmas projects and lots of home made baked goods.

2009 Arts & Crafts Fair
John F. Kennedy High School
140 S. 140th St.
Saturday, Dec. 5, 9-4 p.m. Many talented arts and crafts vendors, bake sale, delicious food, espresso, smoothies and holiday gifts. Free Admission

Holiday Dinner
South Seattle Community College
6000 16th Ave. S.W.
Monday, Dec. 14, 6 p.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 15, 12 p.m. The Culinary Arts Department will be having their 25th Annual Holiday Dinner. A three course meal will be served with the entree being Roasted beef Rib-Eye au jus lie. $17.50 per person. Reservations must be pre-paid, call 206-764-7952. 

West Seattle Reservoir Meeting

High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
206-684-0902
Thursday, Dec. 3, 7-9 p.m.
 Community Meeting to learn what the community priorities are for transforming the 20 acres of open space next to Westcrest Park. Bring your ideas and creative thoughts.

Lion's Harvest Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale



Seattle Lutheran High School Gym

41st Ave. S.W. and S.W. Genesee

206-523-1087
206-937-9421

Sunday, Nov. 22, 8-1p.m. Menu includes: Buttermilk pancakes, Judy's Pumpkin Crunch Pancakes, Gluten free pancakes, ham or sausage, juice, coffee, tea and milk. Adults $8, Children 12 and under $5.

Holiday Taste

West Seattle Thriftway

4201 S.W. Morgan St.

206-937-0245

Thursday, Dec. 3,
4-7 p.m.
This holiday taste will have some of our vendors and employees showing customers fun, simple and appealing appetizers.
GriefShare

Grace Church

10323 28th Ave. S.W.

206-932-7459

Sunday, Dec. 6, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
An international grief recovery support group. If you have lost a loved one to death you are welcome to attend. This is a 13 week program.

Baseball Tryouts

2010 Warriors
12-u, 13-u

Tournament teams are looking for players for the upcoming 2010 season. Indoor training during the winter months. Please contact John Nokes 253-839-5394
mailto:jnokes3@comcast.net
jnokes3@comcast.net or
www.federalwaywarriors.com.

Discovery Shop



4535 California Ave. S.W.



Adding to our regular hours, we’ll be open each Sunday, November 22 thru December 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. offering Christmas and holiday gift & decoration items. Our Holiday Season Raffle is on: A $1 donation can win you a $75 Gift Certificate for local shops.. Also, from Monday, November 23 through Monday, November 30, items tagged in Yellow will be $1. Tuesday, December 1 through Saturday, December 5 items tagged in pink will be 50% off. All proceeds go to fight cancer. The shop is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m .- 4:30 p.m. to customers & donators. Closed Sundays, except as above, and holidays. The ACS Discovery Shop always needs volunteers. Pls call 937 7169.

WSHS Grad Night 2010



Barnes and Noble



206-718-2442



Nov. 27,28,29.


Barnes and Noble stores will route up to 15 percent of receipts back to WSHS PTSA to support the class of 2010 with voucher number 10001303. Please plan to do your shopping on the 27, 28 or 29 at ANY Barnes and Noble in the USA on these days. The money comes back to WSHS to support Grad Night. Do a good deed and get all your shopping done in one stop, while enjoying your coffee! Validated receipts are good for one free slice of cheese pizza from Giannoni's Westwood.

Business Networking


The Kenney


7125 Fauntleroy Way SW


Meeting Room 2


Wednesdays, 8-9:30am.

Are you an electrician, architect, or photographer who wants to grow your business in West Seattle? If so, the Westside Professionals chapter of BNI wants to meet you. Bring 40 business cards for referral-based networking with a established group of local professionals on Wednesday morning at The Kenney. Breakfast will be served. We have open categories for other businesses as well. For more information, contact sfelix@quidnunc.net"

Citizenship Class



Southwest Branch Seattle Public Library



9010 35th Ave. S.W.



Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

Study to become a U.S. Citizen, prepare for the Citizenship interview. Improve you English. Citizenship application assistance is also available.

Learn Watercolor painting from a master



C&P Coffee House



5612 California Ave. S.W.



Noted West Seattle painter and muralist Jennifer Carrasco is offering watercolor painting classes at C&P Coffee House beginning Oct. 27, and on subsequent Tuesdays, Nov. 17, 24 and Dec. 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. Beginners and "old hands" are welcome. The fee is $120. To join the class contact Jennifer at carrasco@seanet.com

Holiday Bazaar



Highland Park Elementary



1012 S.W. Trenton St.



206-252-8240


Saturday,
Dec. 5,
10 a.m.-3 p.m.


Over 30 vendors selling home made items as well as a few commercial vendors, bake sale items, lunch for sale, and raffle! We will be collecting food for local food banks, bring in one non-perishable food item in exchange doe one free raffle ticket. One ticket per person. Interested in being a vendor or any other questions, email highlandparkpta@hotmail.com

Ballroom magic



Kenyon Hall



7904 35th Ave. S.W
.


206-679-7229



Monday night

Ballroom and Latin dance classes for adults. $15 per person. FREE class every 1st Monday of the month.
After school dance program classes Mondays and Wednesdays in November for ages 6 and up. Open enrollment. Visit www.baloricokids.com or call to register.

Stop N' Shop



4504 California Ave. S.W.



Shoes, vases, crafts & picture frames will be 50% off regular price from November 11th through November 17th, 2009. All proceeds go to the Senior Center of West Seattle. Our hours are from 10:00am to 4:00pm seven days a week. We close for all public holidays. For donation, volunteer or membership information please call, 206-932-4044.

Weight Loss Challenge & Free Nutrition Class



3420 S.W. Cloverdale St.



206-947-4967



Thursdays, 6-7 p.m.
12 week friendly competition, based on nutrition, lifestyle, exercise classes. Last challenge lost 238 pounds! $35 participation fee goes towards Jackpot and paid back to the "Biggest Losers" www.WeightLossChallengeSeattle.com

Tot treks and tyke hikes



Camp Long



5200 35th Ave. S.W.



684-7434



Children ages 2 – 3.

Share nature with your children. Learn effective and fun outdoor activities and ideas for other times and places. Please arrive 10 minutes before class time and wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Sorry, no strollers. Activity Fee: $7 per adult/child pair. $3.50 for each additional person.

Kindermusik



Kenyon Hall



7904 35th Ave. S.W.



937-3613



Now scheduling.

Give your child a head start. Kindermusik, for families with children aged birth through seven years, begins the first week of September. To register, visit HYPERLINK "http://www.kenyonhall.org/"www.kenyonhall.org. Seeking ESL tutors
Our volunteers are at least 18 years old and fluent in English. An application, interview and background check are required. Training and on-going support are provided. After the initial match we ask tutors to meet with their students twice per week for 1.5 hours each time, for at least 6 months. For more information visitwww.stjames-cathedral.org/esl or call Cecilia at 382-4511 or cwalsh@stjames-cathedral.org

At the farmers market



www.seattlefarmersmarkets.org



This week will feature peppers, sweet potatoes, candied ginger, potatoes, pumpkins, walnuts, hazelnuts, apple cider, autumn/winter squash varieties, pears, apples, kiwi, pluots, quince, eggplants, asparagus, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, chard, greens, chives, fennel, garlic, ginger, horseradish, kohlrabi, kale, leeks, lettuce, onions, radicchio, radishes, shallots, tomatoes, taro root, turnips, rutabaga, herbs, cheese and dairy, eggs, pork, beef, chicken, duck, lamb, veal, goat, pate, soup stocks, mushrooms, wine, fish and seafood, dried fruits and veggies, dried mushrooms, fresh pasta, honey, artisan breads, fresh pastries, chocolates, cider, jams, jellies, sauces, spreads and preserves.

New groups



Senior Center of West Seattle



4217 S.W. Oregon St.



Memory Enhancement—Alternate Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Caregiver Support Group—Alternate Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Live Well with Chronic Conditions—Tuesdays 1 – 3:30 p.m.
Matter of Balance/Falls Prevention—Mondays, 1 – 3 p.m. starting Oct. 5
For info, call D’vorah, 932-4044, ext 2.

YMCA events



After school program

Alki Kid’s Place

6115 S.W. Hinds St.

Activities include crafts, games, Legos, movies, music along with quiet time for homework and tutoring. Alki Tae Kwon Do program is included for full time enrollees. Ages 4 – 14, 3 – 6:30 p.m. Cost: $20 per day or $90 per week.

West Seattle’s Biggest Loser



High Point Community Center



6920 34th Ave. S.W.



684-7422



Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m.
Each week we teach a different topic of nutrition. All participants receive free personal coaching, a free wellness evaluation, group support and more. $10 of your registration fee will be donated to help put an end to childhood obesity in America. Contact Mylissa Twohey at 579-4581 orgoalshappen@hotmail.com to RSVP.

Seattle Swing Dance Club



Alki Masonic Hall



4736 40th Ave. S.W.



First and third Sundays:
Workshop I: 2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
Workshop II: 4 – 5 p.m.
Beginner free lesson: 4 – 5 p.m.
Dance: 5 – 9 p.m.

For more information visit www.seattlesdc.com

Volleyball



Southwest Community Center



2801 S.W. Thistle St.



Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. – noon.
Men and women ages 50+ wanted for drop-in play volleyball. For information call Mary at 935-2162.

District Council meetings



Youngstown Cultural Arts Center



4408 Delridge Way S.W.



Every third Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m.


Each month 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.

Volunteers needed



Sustainable West Seattle is seeking volunteers for our 2nd Annual Sustainable West Seattle Festival. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available. For information go to www.sustainablewestseattle.org or email alkistu@hotmail.com

Watts Basketball Sundays



West Seattle High School



3000 California Ave. S.W.



Year-round skills training sessions with Seattle hoop legends Donald and Slick Watts. For boys and girls grades 3-8. Register online at wattsbasketball.com. A portion of the proceeds to benefit the WSHS Boys Basketball Program.

Stay-at-home dads



Hiawatha Playfield Playground



2700 California Ave. S.W.


Mondays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. Our goal is to develop 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 to network with us.


Thunder Girls


Fastpitch Softball


12U
West Seattle Thunder Girls Fastpitch Softball is looking for athletes with a good attitude and desire to play tournament softball this spring and summer. If you are interested in arranging a tryout call Coach Greg at 669-6881 or email gkormanik@comcast.net

Propose a neighborhood project



www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/btgnsfcrf



Have ideas for neighborhood improvements? Propose a project today. The Neighborhood Projects Funds can be used for small-scale improvements such as sidewalk repair, traffic circles and traffic calming, sidewalks, school zone speed limit signs, playground improvements, etc.

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. 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.

Volunteers Needed



Senior Center of West Seattle



4217 S.W. Oregon St.



206-932-4044 ext. 8



The Senior Center of West Seattle has an excellent Volunteer Team and is looking for additional volunteers to enhance it's team. Volunteer opportunities available: The Cafe Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Stop N' Shop Thrift Store, Front Office Receptionist, Evening Functions. Call Margie 206-932-4044 ext. 8 for more information.

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. 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.