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Alki Skate Night
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
Fri., June 17, 6–7:45pm, Come join us for a fun-filled night with the entire family—this is the last Friday skate night until the Fall! Enjoy the latest in pop music, lights, games and prizes. $3 per skater. For theme night information call 206.684.7430.

Third Annual Swing Into Summer Dance
The Hall @ Fauntleroy
9131 California Ave. S.W.
Fri., June 17, 7 p.m. Preview this popular swing dance with the West Seattle Big Band with dance lessons at 6:30. $15/person from www.brownpapertickets.com (“Fauntleroy Swing”) or Fauntleroy Church office. Free childcare by request. Food/beverage concessions. Details at www.fauntleroyucc.org or 206.932.5600.

Alki’s First Annual Luau
Alki Community Center
5817 S.W. Stevens St.
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. For more information call 206.684.7430.

Morgan Junction
Community Festival
Morgan Junction Park
6413 California Ave. S.W.
Sat., June 18, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The annual festival features live music and entertainment, kids’ arts and crafts activites, commercial and community vendor booths, food trucks, the Bark of Morgan pooch parade and contest and more! The Writer’s Realm, a popular event last year, allows attendees to meet local authors and hear them read from their works. For more information visit www.morganjunction.org.

Discovery Shop
4535 California Ave. S.W.
206.937.7169
June 19–22, Celebrate the first day of summer on June 20 with 40% off any one item of your choice and then on June 22 all items with pink tags are reduced 75%. All men’s wear is 40% off through Father’s Day, June 19. If you enjoy shopping with us you’ll probably really like volunteering with us in the shop, sorting and pricing in the backroom or using special skills for small appliance and wood objects repair. In just 4 hours a week you can help us in our goal to fund cures for cancer and services for cancer patients. Call or stop by for more information. The all volunteer run, non-profit American Cancer Society shop is open every Sun. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. and all other days 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Follow our blog at discoveryshopwestseattle.org.

Playhouse Northwest Birthday Party
Team Playhouse NW
3270 California Ave. S.W.
Mon., June 20, 5–9:45 p.m. For three years we have been putting education and actors first. Join us for cake, refreshments, music and good cheer. You are welcome to take that night’s class for free, starting at 7:45 p.m. If you can’t make the class, the celebration will start at 9:45 p.m. For more information visit PlayhouseNW.com or call 206.938.3375.

‘If These Walls Could Talk’ Home Tour
The Kenney
Enter on 47th Ave. S.W.
between Myrtle and Othello.
Sat., June 25, 3­–5 p.m. Join the Southwest Seattle Historical Society to tour The Kenney as you’ve never seen it before! The tour focuses on rarely-seen and -shared background on how this inspiring institution got its start 107 years ago in the woods north of Lincoln Park and along the Fauntleroy streetcar line. Enjoy refreshments and entertainment as well. Admission is by donation: $10 for historical-society members and $15 for non-members. For more details call 206.938.5293 or visit loghousemuseum.info/events or thekenney.org. An invitation-only VIP opportunity will be available earlier in the day. If you are interested, please e-mail Clay Eals at clay.eals@loghousemuseum.info.

Irish Set Dancing
Kenyon Hall
7904 35th Ave. S.W.
Wed., June 29, 6:30–9 p.m. Try something new and join us for Irish Set Dancing! 6:30–7 p.m. lessons in basics, 7–9 p.m. traditional dancing. No partner necessary. $5 per dancer, $10 per family. Jim Belcher will teach and call. Sponsored by Puget Sound Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann.

Music Under the Stars
Delridge Playfield (in front of the Community Center)
4501 Delridge Way S.W.
Tues., July 5, 7:15–9 p.m. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket—and the kids and the dog—and enjoy a casual evening of classical music. First is an eclectic program of music for guitar and violin, performed by an outstanding ensemble from Cornish College of the Arts, followed at 8 p.m. by KING-FMs broadcast of the Seattle Chamber Music Festival concert, streamed live from Benaroya Hall. These free, family-friendly events have been one of Seattle’s best-loved summer traditions for over twenty years. And for the first time, they’re coming to West Seattle! For more info, visit www.seattlechambermusic.org.

Music Under the Stars
Delridge Playfield (in front of the Community Center)
4501 Delridge Way S.W.
Mon., July 11, 7:15–9 p.m. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket—and the kids and the dog—and enjoy a casual evening of classical music. First is a live performance by an outstanding trio from UW, followed at 8 p.m. by KING-FMs broadcast of the Seattle Chamber Music Festival concert, streamed live from Benaroya Hall. These free, family-friendly events have been one of Seattle’s best-loved summer traditions for over twenty years. For more info, visit www.seattlechambermusic.org.

Music Under the Stars
Delridge Playfield (in front of the Community Center)
4501 Delridge Way S.W.
Mon., July 18, 7:15–9 p.m. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket—and the kids and the dog—and enjoy a casual evening of classical music. First is a live performance by an outstanding quartet from the Seattle Youth Symphony, followed at 8 p.m. by KING-FMs broadcast of the Seattle Chamber Music Festival concert, streamed live from Benaroya Hall. These free, family-friendly events have been one of Seattle’s best-loved summer traditions for over twenty years. For more info, visit www.seattlechambermusic.org.

Chief Seattle Multi Class Reunion
Lincoln Park,
Shelters #3 and #4
Fri., July 22, 3–10 p.m. All Chief Sealth High School Classes of the 1960’s & 1970’s are invited to come to 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 (or bring your own) and fun for all Seahawks!For more information, please contact David Katt at djkatt@comcast.net or craigrobberts@bhhsnwre.com.

Music Under the Stars
Delridge Playfield (in front of the Community Center)
4501 Delridge Way S.W.
Mon., July 25, 7:15–9 p.m. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket—and the kids and the dog—and enjoy a casual evening of classical music. First is an eclectic program of music for guitar and violin, performed by an outstanding ensemble from Cornish College of the Arts, followed at 8 p.m. by KING-FMs broadcast of the Seattle Chamber Music Festival concert, streamed live from Benaroya Hall. These free, family-friendly events have been one of Seattle’s best-loved summer traditions for over twenty years. For more info, visit www.seattlechambermusic.org.

Chief Sealth Class of 1966 50-Year Reunion:
Brockey Center at South Seattle College
Sat., Sept. 17, 6–11 p.m. Grads, please join us for our 50th reunion. For further information, contact Jim Starkey at james2647@comcast.net or 425-641.2647.

Volunteer with Food Lifeline to end hunger in Western Washington
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. Fresh Rescue volunteer sessions take place every Mon. through Fri., 8:45 a.m.–Noon and 12:45–5 p.m. For more information or to sign up to volunteer, please email our volunteer team at volunteer@foodlifeline.org or visit www.foodlifeline.volunteerhub.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.TheEarlyDays.org / Facebook: EarlyDaysWS / earlydaysws@gmail.com.

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.