Week of Jul 20–26, 2026

• Thu, Jul 23 — Anticipatory Grief Group, The Kenney @ 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW, West Seattle Ticketed/RSVPRecurringArts / cultureAnticipatory Grief Group Listening to Grief has partnered with The Kenney to offer a monthly Anticipatory Grief Group. Also called pre-grief, you may be experiencing anticipatory grief if you are expecting a loss that has not yet happened, such as due to a terminal illness, and are grieving in advance. Anticipatory grief is the grief we may feel before a loss occurs. It can arise when facing changes in health, independence, relationships, caregiving responsibilities, or the uncertainty that often accompanies life’s transitions. Join Listening to Grief for a compassionate and welcoming circle designed to support adults navigating these experiences. Together, we’ll create a space for honest conversation, shared understanding, and meaningful connections. Thursday, July 23 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at The Kenney 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW $30 Register at Contact Tamara at tamara@listeningtogrief.com for the discount available to residents and families of The Kenney. Share This Tickets: .
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• Thu, Jul 23 — Fourth Emerald Games Pokémon League, emptychange to correct the datetime-- Thursday Jul 23, 2026
• Thu, Jul 23 — Fourth Emerald Games Super Smash Saturday, emptyschema.org, change to correct the datetime-- Thursday Jul 23, 2026
• Thu, Jul 23 — Grief is Crafty!, emptyorg, change to correct the datetime-- Thursday Jul 23, 2026
• Fri, Jul 24 — Band Jam 2026, Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex @ 2801 SW Thistle, West Seattle Music / performanceThe All-City Band hosts a chance for marching bands to perform before the Seafair Torchlight Parade, on the field at Nino Cantu SWAC. Share This
• Fri, Jul 24 — Dudes vs. DubSea Fish Sticks – $3 Thursday
• Fri, Jul 24 — Tarot Workshop at Mr. B’s Mead Center, 9444 Delridge Way SW, West Seattle Ticketed/RSVPArts / cultureTarot Workshop Friday, July 24th from 6-7 pm Have ever wanted to try your hand at Tarot but have been overwhelmed by how much information there is, this is the workshop to be at! Empress and Tower is offering an opportunity to practice and learn with like-minded people! In this one hour event, we will go through: The Major Themes of Tarot How to Interpret the Common Mistakes How to Start Reading for Yourself Bring your own deck if you have one but if you don’t, we’ll have some extras on hand. $20 to participate – Jaclyn will take payment via Venmo or Paypal at the door so no presale tickets. They can RSVP via the event page . Share This
• Fri, Jul 24 — White Center Library Guild Summer Sale set for July 24 and 25
• Fri, Jul 24 — White Center Library Guild’s 2026 Summer Sale, 1409 SW 107th, White CenterShare This
• Sat, Jul 25 — Comedy with Gabey Lucas at Kenyon Hall, 7904 35th SW, West Seattle Family-friendlyTicketed/RSVPArts / cultureKENYON HALL PRESENTS Gabey Lucas Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Check Out This Potato That Looks Like a Beluga Whale Saturday, July 25th 2026 Doors: 7:30 pm / Show: 8:00 pm All Ages Seated $15 General Admission / $10 Senior/Student Come join comedian Gabey Lucas for the final preview of her new hour before shipping off to the world’s largest arts festival for a month. (That would be the Edinburgh Fringe, if that wasn’t clear.) This is a stand-up show about lovely things. Or, officially, this: Gabey has a comedy show to do, but she also has to get in her daily butt exercises… or else. Apologies if they overlap. Meanwhile, let’s discover the magic of mediocre ice hockey, 14,784,378 dried red beans and Swiss Guard fashionistas. Plus, there are potentially two whole different whales in this show. That’s 200 to one infinity percent more whales than most shows. But(t) no promises. Highly watchable, absurd… with some absolute pearls. Gabey makes it look easy (Terry Pratchett & Nirvana biographer Marc Burrows). Delightfully odd (Wee Review Scotland). Presented by Honey Bucket Portable Restrooms, unless Honey Bucket Portable Restrooms sends a cease and desist before this happens in which case presented by the love that’s in your heart. And more importantly presented by the amount of money you transfer to a local Very Serious Artist when you click Buy Tickets. Gabey Lucas is a Seattle comedian who’s been called a f&%^ing great writer (Patrick Borelli, The Tonight Show) and witty yet strangely informative (some internet commenter). Formerly the humor for The Ubyssey in Vancouver and now a semi-retired SB Nation writer, she’s performed from New Zealand to New Orleans to North Macedonia including at Hell Yes Fest, Rip City Comedy Festival, the Ohrid Summer Comedy Marathon, and the Edinburgh Fringe. Share This Tickets: .
• Sat, Jul 25 — Create your own bonsai with Bonsai X at West Seattle Nursery, 5275 California SW, West Seattle Ticketed/RSVPArts / cultureCreate your own bonsai with Bonsai X Date: Saturday, July 25th at 1-3 PM Location: West Seattle Nursery, 5275 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136 Description: Join The Bonsai X for a journey through the rich history and culture of bonsai, where nature meets artistry. Explore techniques, styles, and the passion behind this ancient practice, then take home the bonsai tree you create! $125 per person. One ticket per person, no +1s. Find more info and purchase tickets here ! If tickets sell out, let us know that you’re still interested. We may look into booking another class! Share This Tickets: .
• Sat, Jul 25 — Everett Merchants vs. DubSea Fish Sticks
• Sat, Jul 25 — Fourth Emerald Games Cozy Gaming Sunday, emptyrg, change to correct the datetime-- Saturday Jul 25, 2026
• Sat, Jul 25 — Free Football Field Day with West Seattle Jr. Football and the WSHS Football Team, Hiawatha Playfield @ 2700 California SW, West Seattle FreeOutdoorsSportsArts / cultureJoin the Fun: FREE Football Field Day! Get ready to run, pass, and play! West Seattle Jr. Football and WSHS Football team are co-hosting an exciting, action-packed Field Day for local youth. Come out to learn new skills, get active, and hang out with local athletes! Event Highlights Skills Stations: Run through professional-style drills focusing on catching, throwing, footwork, blocking, and more! WSHS Football Players: Learn directly from members of the West Seattle High School Football Team who will be coaching the stations and running the fun. Completely FREE: This community event is 100% free to attend! When & Where Location: Hiawatha Park (Hiawatha Field) Time: Saturday, July 25 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Whether you’re brand new to the sport or looking to sharpen your game, come ready to play! Share This
• Sat, Jul 25 — Morbidly Curious Book Club, July 2026, Dubsea Coffee @ 9810 8th SW, West Seattle Arts / cultureWe are meeting at DubSea Coffee on July 25, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. Our book is: Maddess: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum by Antonia Hylton Share This
• Sat, Jul 25 — Seattle Chinese Garden culture celebration, 6000 16th SW, West Seattle FreeTicketed/RSVPRecurringMusic / performanceDiscover, explore, and celebrate at the Cultural Open House – everyone is welcome at the Seattle Chinese Garden on July 25. Free admission. Performance: Chinese Dance Music Ensemble Lion Dance demo Guzheng music Demonstrations & games: Calligraphy & Painting Tea tasting Dragon Flags Chess table Hanfu walk-through Share This
• Sat, Jul 25 — Super Deli Mart Makers’ Market and Beer Garden, 35th SW and SW Barton, West Seattle OutdoorsMusic / performanceArts / cultureMAKERS MARKET is coming to Super Deli Mart! 🌿 Join us for a fun-filled weekend of shopping, local makers, great beer, and good vibes! 🗓 July 25–26 (Sat & Sun) ⏰ 11 AM – 6 PM ✨ Shop unique finds from local makers: 👕 Clothing 🧥 Vintage Clothing 🐝 Bee House 🕯 Candles 🎨 Illustration Art 🎈 Balloon Art …and more! 🎧 Live DJ 🍺 Outdoor Beer Garden Bring your friends, grab a drink, support local artists, and discover something special. Share This
• Sat, Jul 25 — Tree Care Skill Share and Wetland Restoration at Webster Pond, Webster St. greenspace across from Home Depot FreeFamily-friendlyArts / cultureTree Care Skill Share and Wetland Restoration at Webster Pond Saturday, July 25, 9 am-12 pm Registration Link Join Trees for Neighborhoods and Dirt Corps for our next tree care skill share and volunteer work party at the special wetland ecosystem of Webster Pond! We will learn how to decide the best species and spots for adding new trees to your yard or street. Our Right Tree, Right Place lesson is leading up to the Trees for Neighborhoods’ free tree giveaway and our local planting season. We’ll then remove harmful weeds from and apply mulch to the young and mature trees at this site to allow them to continue to thrive. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Share This
• Sat, Jul 25 — WONDERLAND: Alice Adventures, Westcrest Park @ 9000 8th SW, West Seattle FreeFamily-friendlyOutdoorsRecurringArts / cultureWONDERLAND: Alice Adventures theater simple invites the Esteemed Denizens of West Seattle to join them for a PRICELESS park adventure for all ages at Westcrest Park July 25, 2:15-y pm. An all-ages accessible park adventure inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice stories. Our neighborhood Littles, Not-so-Littles, Sillies and the Wisest are invited to sojourn for an hour-ish or so with the fine inhabitants of WONDERLAND. BRING YOUR PARASOL* AND PICNIC and JOIN US FOR AN ADVENTURE unlike ANY OTHER! Oh my ears and whiskers! What can happen? one might ask – well – one could – FOLLOW White Rabbits PLAY croquet with the Queen of Hearts! SING AND SKIP with the Tweedles! DANCE the Lobster Quadrille with the Gryphon and the Mock Turtle! EXPLORE a Tiny House! (or follow a Tinier House!) DRAW what you see and SEE What you Draw with the Caterpillar! LAY UPON A FLOWER BED and be read to! COME! PLAY!! – and have some serious fun. theatersimple.org/wonderland-alice-adventures WHEN: July 25, 2:15-ish WHERE: Westcrest Park, 9000 8th Ave SW= Highland Park neighborhood, south West Seattle= Specifically – it BEGINS in the bowl/meadow just south of the playground, between the reservoir and the P-Patch, west of the dog park ) No age or ability limitations, limited obstacles. But we will be moving about the park! DOGS are welcome if they are kept on short leashes. Charming manners appreciated. For dogs as well. COST: PRICELESS! (Yes, FREE. An investment in the creativity and joy of the community.) WHO: theater simple is often Llysa Holland and Andrew Litzky . The simpletons have been producing theatrical experiences in Seattle and around the world since 1991, with their World HQ in a vintage Airstream trailer in Highland Park since 2010. We make theater. Simple. theater simple has built a reputation for producing ensemble-based innovative and impossible theatrical experiences. Whether in a theater, in a park, ‘out of the ‘box’, and around the world, we aim to create work that surprises and inspires with imagination, vision and moxie. Since its founding in 1990 theater simple has presented more than 1,500 performances of 50+ plays in six countries on five continents. One of our proudest moments here at home were creating two different adventures for 2 awesome PNW kids for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. We want to spark imagination and impact everyday creativity by meshing together ideas and art, inspiring artists and audiences alike. So – Come. PLAY Share This
• Sun, Jul 26 — Everett Merchants vs. DubSea Seal Slingers
• Sun, Jul 26 — Free Community Meal, Bethany Community Church - West Seattle @ 8600 9th SW, West Seattle FreeFree Community Meal 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM July 26th, August 30th, Sept. 27th Bethany West Seattle 8600 9th Ave SW Join us for a free community meal this Sunday! Whether you’re looking to connect with others or just enjoy a hot meal, we’d love to have you. Come as you are, bring a friend, and enjoy a welcoming space together. Share This
• Sun, Jul 26 — Neighborhood Emergency Hub Volunteer Training 101, 2 locations in West Seattle RecurringSportsHub 101 Volunteer Training Learn how an Emergency Hub works so you can quickly jump in and support your neighbors post-disaster. We’ll practice the basic roles and run thru scripts (situations we think our neighbors will come to the Hub with). It’s great fun and interactive. You’ll quickly grasp how everything works together and feel much more prepared to support your household – and your neighbors! Two identical sessions, please sign up and tell us your nearest Hub so we can seat neighbors together. Weds, July 22, 6:30 – 8:30 pm West Seattle Golf Course Clubhouse (4470 35th Ave SW) Sunday, July 26, 1 – 3 pm High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond St) Share This
• Sun, Jul 26 — Rice, Beans, & Happiness pop-up at Milpa Masa, 34th SW & SW Webster, West SeattleShare This
• Sun, Jul 26 — West Seattle Classic Novels (and Movies) Book Club, July 2026, C & P Coffee @ 5612 California SW, West Seattle OutdoorsArts / cultureWest Seattle Classic Novels (and Movies) book club July meeting: Title: E.M. Forster, Howards End (1910) Film: Highly recommend the film adaptation Howards End: Directed by James Ivory. With Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, Vanessa Redgrave, and Helena Bonham Carter (1992). Sunday, July 26, 2026 at C & P Coffee on California Ave SW in West Seattle Time: 2:30 or so to chat; 3-4pm discussion; next title at 4pm. Place: Outdoor patio behind C & P Coffee House on California Ave SW./blockquote Share This
• Sun, Jul 26 — Women's Therapy Group | Counseling West Seattle, emptyma.org, change to correct the datetime-- Sunday Jul 26, 2026

Week of Jul 27–2, 2026

• Mon, Jul 27 — Grief Support Group (Monday Evening), emptyct the datetime-- Monday Jul 27, 2026
• Mon, Jul 27 — West Seattle Counseling: Men's Therapy Group, emptyge to correct the datetime-- Monday Jul 27, 2026
• Tue, Jul 28 — Fourth Emerald Games Pokémon League, emptyhema.org, change to correct the datetime-- Tuesday Jul 28, 2026
• Wed, Jul 29 — Better Communication, Better Care, at Center for Active Living, 4217 SW Oregon, West Seattle FreeTicketed/RSVPArts / cultureBetter Communication – Better Care Wednesday, July 29, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Join WA Advocates for Patient Safety for an interactive workshop to help patients and families protect themselves from preventable medical harm. Participants will learn how to become better partners with their healthcare team through better communication, choices and the importance of Speaking Up in an effective and cooperative manner. $5 for non-members, free for members. RSVP required at the front desk: 206-932-4044 Share This
• Thu, Jul 30 — Fourth Emerald Games Super Smash Saturday, emptyorg, change to correct the datetime-- Thursday Jul 30, 2026
• Thu, Jul 30 — The Disability Paradox at Center for Active Living, 4217 SW Oregon, West Seattle FreeTicketed/RSVPOutdoorsMusic / performanceArts / cultureThe Disability Paradox Thursday, July 30, 1 – 2 p.m. In July we will celebrate Disability Pride Month with the screening of this excellent documentary. Filmmaker Chris Lynch, who is disabled with osteogenesis imperfecta, explores the idea of the ‘Disability Paradox,’ which suggests many individuals with disabilities report they experience an excellent quality of life when, to most people, they seem to live an undesirable existence. $5 for non-members, free for members. RSVP required at the front desk: 206-932-4044 Share This
• Fri, Jul 31 — Dudes vs. DubSea Fish Sticks – $3 Thursday
• Fri, Jul 31 — Mending workshop at KAVU, 9064 Delridge Way SW, West Seattle FreeTicketed/RSVPEvent Title: KAVU Free Mending Workshop Join us for a series of free community mending workshops! Two mending mentors will lead an evening of entry level mending. When you rsvp below you can describe what type of mending you would like to accomplish. We’re talking reattaching buttons, rips and tears, replacing snaps and some sewing machine work. This is for ALL skill levels, bring a project with you or repair an item from our and take it home! Any repair items welcome ( KAVU or not) bags, hats, clothing and beyond, just let us know your plan below. Goal is to create a community event, where we can connect, skill share and have some fun repairing and reducing waste together! Upcoming Free Mending Workshop Date: Friday July 31st, 2026 5:00 pm-8:00 pm *Please plan to arrive at 5:00 pm, leave time is flexible. 9064 Delridge Way SW If you have any questions, please email Hannah Szekely hszekely@kavu.com Link to RSVP: Share This Tickets: .
• Sat, Aug 1 — Elevate Northwest vs. DubSea Fish Sticks
• Sun, Aug 2 — Elevate Northwest vs. DubSea Fish Sticks

Week of Aug 3–9, 2026

• Mon, Aug 3 — Vacation Bible School starts at Bethany West Seattle, 8600 9thSW,West Seattle Family-friendlyTicketed/RSVPMusic / performanceArts / cultureVacation Bible School 10 AM – 2 PM August 3rd-6th Bethany West Seattle 8600 9th Ave SW Vacation Bible School (VBS) is for kids three-years old through incoming 5th graders. This is a four-day event full of fun, music, crafts, and teaching about Jesus geared specifically for kids! This year’s theme: Rainforest Falls. Cost: $30 per child, scholarships are available. Volunteers are still needed! Share This Tickets: .
• Tue, Aug 4 — Firefighter Story Time at South Park Library, 8604 8th Ave. S., South Park OutdoorsArts / cultureFirefighter Storytime @ South Park Branch, August 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. We invite preschoolers, parents, and caregivers to a special story time that highlights fire safety. Firefighters from the Seattle Fire Department will conduct story times with books on fire safety and display firefighting equipment and trucks. Share This
• Tue, Aug 4 — Night Out 2026, various locations Ticketed/RSVPAnnualArts / cultureIt’s the annual night for neighborhood block parties to strengthen ties with your neighbors and promote safety. Register yours here so you can close your (non-arterial) street. Share This
• Wed, Aug 5 — Talk to the animals, Inner Alchemy Studio & Sanctuary @ 3618 SW Alaska, West Seattle Ticketed/RSVPArts / cultureDid you know you can talk to the animals? August 5 • 7 – 9 pm • Inner Alchemy Sanctuary & Studio Join Animal Communicator Neave Karger as she playfully guides you to learn the basics of animal communication while discovering the secrets to understanding your animal companion’s needs and desires. You may be surprised how easy it is and how playful and welcoming the whales are. All that is needed is curiosity and an open heart. Register at neaveanimals.com or pay at the door. Inner Alchemy Sanctuary & Studio at 3618 SW Alaska Share This Tickets: .
• Thu, Aug 6 — Navigating Medicare educational presentation, Center for Active Living @ 4217 SW Oregon, West Seattle Arts / cultureMedicare Health Insurance is a challenge: it’s so confusing – so much information – the way it works, the options available, what to consider, what steps to take – how on earth are you going to decide which is the best plan for you? Are just starting on Medicare, or do you need to make a change? Why struggle on your own to figure it all out! Come to my educational presentation Navigating Medicare at the Center for Active Living on Thursday, August 6th at 11:00 – 12:00. You’ll get a clearer understanding of how it all works, what your options are, and how to go about deciding which plan would be best for you. The Center for Active Living is at 4217 SW Oregon St just off California. Ph. 206.932.4044 Patrice Lewis, Independent Medicare Health Insurance Broker – 206.430.3782 Share This
• Fri, Aug 7 — West Seattle Glass Float Hunt 2026 OutdoorsDetails TBA. Junction lineup for this year: Mar 21 Recycle Event (Saturday 9-12P) May 15 Spring Wine Walk (Friday 5-9P) June 14 Flag Day (Sunday) June 19 Rock Walk (Friday 5-9P) + Pride Flags July 4 Independence Day Flags (Friday) Jul 10-12 Summer Fest (Fri-Sun) Aug 7-14 West Seattle Glass Float Hunt Sep 18 Fall Wine Walk (Friday 5-9P) Oct 25 Harvest Fest (Sunday 11-2P) Nov 11 Veterans Day Flags (Tuesday) Nov 27-28 Black Friday and Shop Dec 5 Hometown Holidays (Saturday 4-8P) Dec 3 & 10 Shop Late (Thursday 5P- till late) Share This
• Sat, Aug 8 — Duwamish River Festival 2026, South Park Outdoorsduwamish river festival – 1 Share This
• Sat, Aug 8 — West Seattle (Admiral) Library closure, 2306 42nd SW, West Seattle OutdoorsVirtualAnnualAugust 8 – last day open pre-closure August 9 – first day of closure The Seattle Public Library’s West Seattle Branch (2306 42nd Ave. S.W.) will be closed from Sunday, August 9 until early November 2026 for the installation of a modern, electric HVAC system to provide air conditioning and improved ventilation, prevent unscheduled branch closures during hot weather, and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Service Impacts Saturday, August 8 will be the last day of service at the West Seattle Branch before its temporary closure. The branch book return will be locked and its parking lot will be inaccessible for the duration of the project. You may continue selecting the West Seattle Branch as the pickup location for new holds through July 29. On July 30, the branch will be temporarily removed as an option for new holds. You will be able to select the West Seattle Branch again when it reopens. You may change your preferred pickup location for new holds anytime through your online account. On July 31, all pending West Seattle Branch holds will be transferred to the High Point Branch. If you have holds pending for the West Seattle Branch and prefer they be transferred to a different branch for pickup, please ask a Library staff member for assistance, call the Library at 206-386-4636, or reach out online through Ask Us. For access to Library programs and services during the West Seattle Branch closure, please visit one of our other locations, including these nearby neighborhood branches: Delridge Branch High Point Branch South Park Branch Southwest Branch We apologize for the inconvenience of this closure and appreciate your patience while we make these necessary improvements for the benefit of patrons and our community. Project Background and Scope In June 2024, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded the City of Seattle a $5.5 million Hazard Mitigation Grant to fund The Seattle Public Library’s Cooling Center Project. Through this project, the Library’s , Fremont, Queen Anne, University and West Seattle Branches are being equipped with efficient, electric HVAC systems to provide air conditioning and improved ventilation, allowing them to serve as shelters from extreme heat and wildfire . The new HVAC systems will replace old gas-powered furnaces, reducing carbon emissions by approximately 30 metric tons per location annually, and be equipped with energy recovery ventilators to increase their efficiency and longevity. The five branches within the scope of the Cooling Center Project were built over 115 years ago through the philanthropy of Andrew Carnegie. They are recognized and protected by local, state, and federal law as important historical and cultural landmarks. All project work planned at these five branches is being reviewed in advance by Seattle’s Landmarks Preservation Board to ensure the protection and preservation of their architectural character. HVAC installation at the University Branch is happening now, concurrent with its seismic retrofit and other major renovations. The Fremont and West Seattle branches will close from August 2026 through early November 2026 while their HVAC installations are underway. HVAC installations at the and Queen Anne branches will be complete in 2027. When this project is complete, all locations of The Seattle Public Library will have air conditioning. Share This
• Sat, Aug 8 — West Seattle community Day of Musical Instrument Donations to Music4Life, KeyBank Plaza @ SW corner of California SW and SW Alaska, West Seattle Family-friendlyMusic / performanceArts / cultureWest Seattle Community Day of Musical Instrument Donations to Music4Life : West Seattle Rotary Service Foundation (a tax-exempt org.) Saturday, August 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Key Bank at Alaska Junction (Corner of California Ave SW & SW Alaska Street in West Seattle) To receive and acknowledge donations of gently-used musical instruments for repair and refurbishing, to enable students in need to participate in school music programs. Types of Instruments Needed: All orchestra and band instruments, as well as guitars. Most needed: trumpets/coronets, clarinets, flutes, and violins. Music4Life is a local nonprofit organization that puts instruments into the hands of students whose families cannot afford to rent or purchase, making it possible for them to participate in school music programs. Many people have lovingly used musical instruments in their garages or attics, or in storage. When reminded, they ask themselves Why am I still carting this instrument around? Music4Life understands that some people have precious memories of their used musical instruments. We do not want a reluctant giver. We instead want donors who appreciate the unique value of instrumental music in the life and education of a child-and want all children regardless of family need, to experience it. Music4Life partners with preferred, local professional music repair shops for discounted restoration of these instruments. At last year’s event, we received 56 instruments to restore and distribute. Share This
• Sun, Aug 9 — Summer Quest: Boombox 90’s Printmaking, Southwest Library @ 9010 35th SW, West Seattle Music / performanceSummer Quest: Boombox 90’s Printmaking Sunday, August 9 from 12:00pm – 1:15pm Link: (Registration recommended but not required) Come to learn basic printmaking techniques such as monoprint and celebrate bands like Soundgarden and Alice in Chains by creating a print with boomboxes, cassette tapes and musical notes. Share This

Week of Aug 10–16, 2026

• Wed, Aug 12 — Board Special Meeting, Seattle Public SchoolsSchool Board Special Meeting – August 12, 2026
• Wed, Aug 12 — Our City, Our Safety: community conversation with Seattle Police, Delridge Community Center @ 4501 Delridge Way SW, West Seattle Arts / cultureYou are invited to influence the Seattle Police Department’s safety approach for your neighborhood during our eighth Our City, Our Safety conversation of 2026! On August 12th, 2026, please join leaders from SPD’s Southwest Precinct to have a frank conversation about safety. Please join us! Mark your calendar for 6:00 – 7:30pm at Delridge Community Center (4501 Delridge Wy SW, Seattle, WA 98106) on August 12th, 2026! At Our City, Our Safety, you’ll be able voice your hopes and concerns about public safety in your neighborhood to help co-develop ways that we can do better – from upcoming community engagement programs to approaches to crime prevention.        
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• Sat, Aug 15 — Field exercise for all West Seattle Emergency Communication Hubs, Morgan Junction Park @ 6401 California SW, West Seattle OutdoorsArts / cultureField Exercise for all West Seattle Hubs Saturday, Aug 15, 10 am – 2 pm Morgan Junction Park (6401 California Ave SW, Seattle) This year we will set up a Hub and practice at Morgan Junction Park. All West Seattle Hubs will participate at that location. All interested parties are encouraged to attend. We’ll need neighbors to put the Emergency Hub volunteers through their paces. Large exercises are fun, informative, and inspiring. Plan on joining in!! More details coming this summer. Share This
• Sat, Aug 15 — Flutes in the Forest 2026, Schmitz Preserve Park @ 5551 SW Admiral Way, West Seattle FreeFamily-friendlyOutdoorsMusic / performanceArts / cultureFLUTES IN THE FOREST – FREE outdoor classical music concerts Enjoy the sounds of Flute and Keyboard – two different programs on two different Saturdays; both concerts from 3:00 – 4:00 PM at Schmitz Preserve Park in West Seattle August 15 – IvoryRose (Jennie Goldberg, flute and Nancy Kubo, piano) will perform a special children’s program: Luna’s Magic Flute by Blaz Pucihar – a delightful adventure story set to music. The second half will feature baroque to contemporary pieces, including JS Bach, John Rutter, Herman Beeftink, and Mel Bonis. August 22 – Toujaise (Jennie Goldberg and Jamie Cornutt on flutes and Robin Anderson on keyboard) play a variety of trios including Bach, Franz Doppler, Jon Raybould, Sousa and more! Bring your own chair or blanket; stay as long as you’d like. Schmitz Preserve Park is in West Seattle at 5551 SW Admiral Way. Enter Schmitz Park off SW Admiral Way and SW Stevens Way. Walk the paved road 300 feet to the sound of flutes in the forest. Plenty of street parking along SW Stevens. Concert is FREE and open to the public. Note: There are no restrooms in the park. Share This
• Sat, Aug 15 — Live-Fire Creme Brulee and Southern French Market at Princess & Bear Wines, 309 South Cloverdale St., South Park FreeTicketed/RSVPOutdoorsMusic / performanceSaturday, August 15 | 3–6 p.m. Live-Fire Crème Brûlée & Southern French Market (Free Admission) Experience a taste of the South of France as the tasting room transforms into a late-summer market. Watch Brûlée & Bakes torch classic crème brûlées to order while browsing vintage European-inspired home décor and antiques from The Brocante Beach House. Princess & Bear will be pouring curated Languedoc-Roussillon wine flights selected to pair beautifully with the afternoon’s sweet treats. Share This

Week of Aug 17–23, 2026

• Thu, Aug 20 — Paradise Party at The Kenney, 7124 47th SW, West Seattle FreeTicketed/RSVPMusic / performanceArts / cultureParadise Party @ The Kenney Thursday, August 20 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 7124 47th Ave SW Join us for Paradise Party, a free, all-ages West Seattle community event at The Kenney Senior Living! Celebrate the warmth and beauty of summer with an early evening of tropical-inspired cuisine, live music by Rat City Brass, and great company as we bring a taste of paradise to West Seattle. Whether you’re reconnecting with friends, meeting new people, or simply looking for a fun summer outing, this festive event is the perfect way to enjoy the season. Enjoy a complimentary tropical-inspired dinner! RSVP is required. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot by August 10. To RSVP, contact: The Kenney concierge at (206) 937-2800 OR the Director of Admissions and Marketing at cserrano@thekenney.org Share This
• Sat, Aug 22 — Urban Forest Restoration and Forest Bathing at Westcrest Park Family-friendlyOutdoorsArts / cultureUrban Forest Restoration and Forest Bathing at Westcrest Park Saturday, August 22, 9 am-12 pm Registration Link Join Dirt Corps and Green Seattle Partnership for a forest bathing walk and then dive in and help us care for this section of the West Duwamish Greenbelt. We’ll be going on a walk through the denser canopy areas, enjoy some quiet and clean air. We’ll then care for our restoration area by applying mulch around the native plants and trees, removing weeds, and performing other important landscape maintenance. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Share This

Week of Aug 24–30, 2026

• Tue, Aug 25 — Personal Safety Training free online class FreeVirtualArts / cultureTuesday August 25th 9 am – 11 am Via Teams Thursday September 3rd 2 pm – 4 pm via Teams Email Jennifer.Satterwhite@seattle.gov for meeting invite and link About the Class -Learn proactive tips and steps you can take to enhance your personal safety taught by Seattle police officers and employees. Training goals: -Share commonsense safety tips to decrease the odds of being a victim -Know the important role your instincts and gut reactions play -Discover potentially dangerous situations and how to avoid them -Learn to make a safety plan based on different environments seattle.gov/police/crime-prevention/personal-safety-training Share This
• Wed, Aug 26 — Regular Board Meeting, Seattle Public SchoolsSchool Board Regular Meeting – August 26, 2026
• Wed, Aug 26 — WALK Fit free training program at West Seattle Runner, 2743 California SW, West Seattle FreeRecurringSportsArts / cultureWALK Fit is a FREE group training program. This is a way for walkers to come together and train for a 5k or 10k (or both!) Participants will meet twice weekly to walk together. They will be training for The Kraken 5k on September 30th. And the Run Scared 10k on October 25th. Rita Blood is the West Seattle Runner Walk Ambassador. You will be in good hands with a training plan written by a coach and Rita’s expertise and support. Tell your friends, neighbors, loved ones. This is open to all! Our information session will take place on Wednesday August 26th at 6:30 pm at West Seattle Runner. The program kicks off on Saturday Sept 5th at 8 am. Share This

Week of Aug 31–6, 2026

• Wed, Sep 2 — First Day of School, West Seattle HSFirst Day of School 1-12 Grade
• Wed, Sep 2 — CSHS First Day of School, Chief Sealth HSFirst Day of School 1-12 Grade
• Wed, Sep 2 — First Day of School, Seattle Public SchoolsFirst Day of School 1-12 Grade
• Thu, Sep 3 — Personal Safety Training free online class FreeVirtualArts / cultureTuesday August 25th 9 am – 11 am Via Teams Thursday September 3rd 2 pm – 4 pm via Teams Email Jennifer.Satterwhite@seattle.gov for meeting invite and link About the Class -Learn proactive tips and steps you can take to enhance your personal safety taught by Seattle police officers and employees. Training goals: -Share commonsense safety tips to decrease the odds of being a victim -Know the important role your instincts and gut reactions play -Discover potentially dangerous situations and how to avoid them -Learn to make a safety plan based on different environments seattle.gov/police/crime-prevention/personal-safety-training Share This
• Sat, Sep 5 — Colman Pool 2026 Postseason Weekends, Lincoln Park @ on the shore path OutdoorsDetails on this city webpage . Share This

Week of Sep 7–13, 2026

• Mon, Sep 7 — Labor Day (no school), West Seattle HSLabor Day (no school)
• Mon, Sep 7 — CSHS Labor Day (no school), Chief Sealth HSLabor Day (no school)
• Mon, Sep 7 — Labor Day (no school), Seattle Public SchoolsLabor Day (no school)
• Tue, Sep 8 — First Day PreK & K, West Seattle HS Arts / cultureFirst Day of School PreK and Kindergarten
• Tue, Sep 8 — CSHS First Day PreK & K, Chief Sealth HS Arts / cultureFirst Day of School PreK and Kindergarten
• Tue, Sep 8 — First Day PreK & K, Seattle Public Schools Arts / cultureFirst Day of School PreK and Kindergarten
• Sat, Sep 12 — Bend It Like Booker, second edition, Machinists Union Hall @ 9125 15th Place S., South Park Ticketed/RSVPOutdoorsVirtualMusic / performanceArts / cultureThe 34th District Democrats Presents BEND IT LIKE BOOKER A 25-Hour Community Event Inspired by US Senator Booker’s Historic 2025 Speech Due to the huge success of BEND IT LIKE BOOKER last year, the 34th District Democrats is once again proud to host this unique and uplifting 25-hour community event inspired by U.S. Senator Cory Booker’s powerful 25-hour and 5-minute speech delivered on the Senate floor on March 31 to April 1, 2025. BEND IT LIKE BOOKER will take place this year starting at 10:00am, Saturday, September 12, 2026 and will go straight through to 11:15am, Sunday, September 13 2026, at the Seattle Machinists Hall in South Park, WA. A virtual livestream option will also be available for those wishing to tune in online from anywhere in Washington state and across the country. BEND IT LIKE BOOKER brings together voices from Seattle and beyond to share personal stories, exciting performances, and informative presentations that shine a light on how folks are being harmed by the Trump Administration’s reckless actions. Audiences also learn about the creative and courageous ways folks are fighting back. Presented through the lenses of those whose lives are being personally impacted, BEND IT LIKE BOOKER seeks to educate our community about Trump’s specific attempts to undermine our institutions and his disregard for the rule of law. The event aims to enlighten, uplift, and galvanize our community toward civic engagement, resisting fascism, and caring for our neighbors. As his words echoed throughout the Senate Chambers, Senator Booker sought to uplift the voices of Americans and inspire solidarity on a national platform, said 34th District Democrats’ 1st Vice Chair Rachel Glass, who also organized this event. BEND IT LIKE BOOKER is our local echo, giving a platform to folks in our community, from the well-known to the historically unheard, to share their own experiences and understand the experiences of others. As we realize that we are not alone in this fight for our rights and our dignity, we find greater power, determination, and a firm sense of purpose with which to reject authoritarianism and restore our democracy! Speakers and participants will include elected officials, community leaders, policy experts, artists, and members of the public. Stories from Washingtonians and other Americans will be shared throughout the event, creating a vibrant and varied tapestry of lived experiences, resistance, and celebration of our humanity. Whether attending in person or tuning in online, all are welcome to join this consecutive 25-hour event, an expression of democracy in action. Tickets are just $15 (all proceeds go to covering the expenses for BEND IT LIKE BOOKER) EVENT DETAILS: WHAT: BEND IT LIKE BOOKER – A consecutive 25-hour community event, featuring informative presentations, dynamic storytelling, resources, music, food, and the celebration of our humanity! WHEN: 10:00 am, Saturday, September 12, 2026 through 11:15 am, Sunday, September 13, 2026 WHERE: In-person at Seattle Machinists Hall – 9125 15th Place S, Seattle, WA 98108 (Virtual Livestream Access option also available) TICKETS: $15 – In-person and virtual access tickets available Share This Tickets: .

Week of Sep 14–20, 2026

• Wed, Sep 16 — Free outdoor movie at Lincoln Park, Ball Field 3 @ 8011 Fauntleroy Way SW, West Seattle FreeOutdoorsArts / cultureSeattle Parks and Recreation will be showing Catching Fire on September 16th starting at 6:30 pm. The location is Ball Field 3 in Lincoln Park. This field is just north of the bathrooms and is located in between the parking lots. We will have food trucks on hand for food purchase. Share This
• Wed, Sep 16 — Regular Board Meeting, Seattle Public SchoolsSchool Board Regular Meeting – September 16, 2026
• Fri, Sep 18 — West Seattle Junction fall Wine Walk 2026 OutdoorsDetails TBA. Junction lineup for this year: Mar 21 Recycle Event (Saturday 9-12P) May 15 Spring Wine Walk (Friday 5-9P) June 14 Flag Day (Sunday) June 19 Rock Walk (Friday 5-9P) + Pride Flags July 4 Independence Day Flags (Friday) Jul 10-12 Summer Fest (Fri-Sun) Aug 7-14 West Seattle Glass Float Hunt Sep 18 Fall Wine Walk (Friday 5-9P) Oct 25 Harvest Fest (Sunday 11-2P) Nov 11 Veterans Day Flags (Tuesday) Nov 27-28 Black Friday and Shop Dec 5 Hometown Holidays (Saturday 4-8P) Dec 3 & 10 Shop Late (Thursday 5P- till late) Share This
• Sat, Sep 19 — Fallin’ for Fungi Celebration and Restoration at Westcrest Park Family-friendlyOutdoorsArts / cultureFallin’ for Fungi Celebration and Restoration at Westcrest Park Saturday, September 12, 10 am-1 pm Registration Link Join Dirt Corps and Green Seattle Partnership as we’re Fallin’ for Fungi and caring for Westcrest trails. We’ll learn a bit about the fungi in our forest and how they interact with their ecosystem and its health. We’ll then remove non-native weeds such as blackberry from around plants and bare ground to help the native plants there grow and thrive and to make way for new native plantings in the spring. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Share This
• Sat, Sep 19 — Tree Care Skill Share and Riparian Forest Restoration at Longfellow Creek Family-friendlyArts / cultureTree Care Skill Share and Riparian Forest Restoration at Longfellow Creek Saturday, September 19, 10 am-1 pm Registration Link Join Trees for Neighborhoods and Dirt Corps for our upcoming tree care skill share and volunteer work party along Longfellow Creek! We will learn how to identify local trees and celebrate their many social, ecological, and health benefits. We’ll then remove harmful weeds from around the mature trees at this site so they can continue to thrive and support the well-being of this critical riparian ecosystem and their neighbors (all of us!). All ages and skill levels are welcome! Share This

Week of Dec 27–2, 9999

• Fri, Dec 31 — (Untitled), Tim’s Tavern