Discovery Shop
4535 California Ave. S.W.
206 937 7169
We've worked to find specials to share with you and present, at 40% off regular price, Thirsty Thursday, August 7, offering anything you can drink from (and we invite you to practice creativity), Full Moon special on August 10 for any item of your choice and White Wednesday on August 13 for any white clothing. Plus, check out our Vintage Finds for a unique gift or special addition to your home, half price if it has a yellow tag as is every yellow tagged item in the shop. We think of you with our specials and hope you think of us when you shop, donate and volunteer at our shop as all our profits fund cancer cure research. The all volunteer run, nonprofit 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.

2014 West Seattle Outdoor Movies
4410 California Ave. S.W.
Between Hotwire Coffee & Dr. Wolff
Bring blankets, chairs, family & friends for the 10th year of WS Outdoor Movies. There are concessions and raffles, with all proceeds going directly to charity. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Free movies start at dusk. Info on movies: www.wsmovies.org.
Saturdays: 8/9 The Blues Bothers; 8/16 The Goonies; 8/23 Frozen.

Hiawatha Summer Concert Series
Hiawatha Community Center
2700 California Ave. S.W. - back lawn
All Ages, Free. This 6 week series is a partnership with the Admiral Neighborhood Association. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., Aug. 7, 14, 21 & 28. See Summer Concert line-up at http://www.admiralneighborhood.org/summer-concerts/

Free Friday Night Summer Concerts
Providence Mount St. Vincent
4831 35th Ave. SW
(between SW Hudson & SW Edmonds)
Fridays, Aug. 8,15 & 22. Dinner: 5:30-7 p.m. Live music: 6-7:30 p.m. Food, fun and fabulous music! Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and the whole family. All are welcome - admission is free! Food, beer and wine available for purchase. Fun activities for the kids including face painting; Aug. 8: Alma y Azucar - selection of Latin styles & flavors; Aug. 15: The Spyrographs - hits of the 1960s; Aug. 22: The 85th Street Big Band - lively 20 piece big band featuring favorites from the 1930s, 40s, and 50s. Questions? email anna.cronin@providence.org.

12th Annual Alki Beach 5k Walk/Run
Alki Beach Bathhouse
2701 Alki Ave. SW
www.alkibeachrun.com
Sun., Aug. 24, day of event check in and registration opens at 8 a.m. and race begins at 9 a.m. Benefiting Northwest Hope & Healing Foundation and women battling breast cancer, the Alki beach 5K Run/Walk gives back to those in need locally. The 3.1 mile route starts and ends at the Alki Bathhouse and runs along the waterfront. Preregistration is $25-$35 and $40 on event day. Can’t make it? Consider participating in the Virtual 5k or show your support by making a contribution to this important cause.

Pianos in the Parks Celebrates Puget Sound’s Love for Outdoors & Music
Discover Seattle & King County Parks through Music and Art with 20 Painted Pianos in 20 Parks & Open Spaces through August 2014. See 20 artistically enhanced pianos created by Gage Academy of Art faculty, students and friends. These pianos will be auctioned off. Find pianos at Alki Beach Park, 1702 Alki Ave. S.W. and Steve Cox Memorial Park, 1321 S.W. 102nd St. For other parks & pianos: www.pianosintheparks.com / www.facebook.com/pianosintheparks

Neighborhood Appreciation BBQ/Alki Fun Fest
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
Fri., Aug. 29, 5-7 p.m. All Ages. Free. We are thanking our neighbors as well as the families that participate in our community by throwing you a BBQ: burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, fruit and all the fixings. It’s a great time to meet neighbors, learn about community programs, and networking.

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
Daystar Retirement Village
2615 S.W. Barton
Come as a guest to grow your communication and leadership skills. Second and fourth Mondays of each month, 12-1:00 PM. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early for orientation. See http://daystarclub.freetoasthost.us. Any questions call 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 margiew@seniorservices.org.

Seeking Host Families for International Students
Do you have a loving family and a spare room available at your home? Invite an international student to stay with you this year during his or her high school experience in the USA. Located in or near West Seattle. Financial stipend offered. For information: ltatum@gphomestay.com or 781-362-2559.

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. $12 for members, $14 non-members. Call 206-937-6122 for info or to RSVP.

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 Margie: 206-932-4044 x8 or email: margiew@seniorservices.org.

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.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meetings
Mount St. Vincent-1st floor, Rainier Room
4831 35th Ave S.W.
Every Tuesday, 5:45-7 p.m. TOPS is an encouraging weight loss support group with weigh-ins every Tuesday. Info: Jan 206-762-7844 or Bunkyjanjan@yahoo.com

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

New - 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, 10-11am. $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.

Footcare & Manicures
Mondays, ongoing. Cost: Foot care $20 member/$22 non-member; Manicures w/polish $20 member/$22 non-member and no/polish $15 member or non-member. Cancellations must be made by 4 p.m. Friday prior to appointment to avoid being charged. Call 206-932-4044 ext. 1 for appointment.

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 mem/$7 non-mem. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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