West Seattle Blog… | WEST SEATTLE SATURDAY: 24 Choices!

(Caterpillar on an autumn flower – photo by Rosalie Miller)

Here are the highlights for today/tonight, mostly from WSB West Seattle Events Calendar:

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: Meeting at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) at 8 a.m. for the regular Saturday morning run.

LOOK AT THE HUSKIES: The bridge (California/Graham) opens early if you want to watch at 9am UW Iowa Game.

Heavily meditated: 9 a.m Move2Center (3618 SW Alaska), free community meditation – RSVP here.

VACCINATION CLINIC: School clinic but community welcome – flu and COVID shots available, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m Madison Middle School (3429 45th SW).

WEST SEATTLE SKI EXCHANGE, DAY 1: We're told it's the biggest ski swap ever, with twice as many items – so get shopping and get ready for snow season with great deals! 10am-5pm at West Seattle's VFW Hall (3601 SW Alaska), presented by Mountain to Sound Outfitters.

DELRIDGE FARMERS MARKET: West Seattle currently has TWO farmers markets every weekend! Start your market shopping with this – your weekly Saturday opportunity to purchase fresh produce from growers and manufacturers – from 10am to 2pm. The market's fourth season features produce, plants, spices, prepared foods and more and runs weekly through the end of October! (9421 18. SW; WSB sponsor)

GO TO WELL-BEING: You are cordially invited to take a walk with others Lincoln Park (Meeting point 47th/Fauntleroy), 10 a.m.

SSC GARDEN CENTER: The gardening season is not over yet! (Is that ever the case?) At the north end, expect student-grown plants South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) Campus, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

COMMUNITY CUP SHOWCASE: Rat City Studios And Rain City Clay's annual show at Dubsea Coffee continues – shop to visit and drinks! open until 2 p.m. (9910 8th SW)

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 a.m. – “This is a free, weekly, in-person active writing group based on the Amherst Writers and Artists method. It is a safe, criticism-free space. Authors of all levels, ages 16 and up, are welcome.” Our calendar entry includes location and RSVP information.

MORNING MUSIC: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m C&P coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and friends carry out. Information about Marco's music can be found here.

FAMILY READING TIME: Every Saturday at 11am Paper Boat Booksellers (6040 California SW).

POSTCARDS 4 DEMOCRACY: Another bonus Saturday session on remote voter advocacy, 12-2 p.m C&P coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

OPEN LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: West Seattle's home of history is open for your visit from noon to 4 p.m. – see what's new West Duwamish Greenbelt exhibit! (61./Stevens)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER OPEN: As explained here, the center is also open to visitors from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. (2236 SW Orchard)

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open – wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6pm at Viscon cellar (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

\NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: The tasting room/wine bar is open from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and features student-produced wines and “affordable dining” on the north end South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) Campus.

Blessing of animals: 2 p.m. in St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church Parking: Bring your pet – on a leash or in a carrier – to this annual tradition. Free. (3050 California SW)

PAUL GERARD, LIVE: Performance from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m C&P coffee (5612 California SW; WSB Sponsor), all ages, no insurance coverage.

Open microphone for all ages: 7-10 p.m. at The West Seattle spot (2920 SW Avalon Way)

DAVE NACHMANOFF & FRIENDS, LIVE: Appearance at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), doors 7:00 p.m., show 7:30 p.m., tickets here.

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 p.m., Soul Focus FM. (4547 California SW)

JARAYS DJ: 9 p.m., DJ Buzzy at Jaray's Lounge (2216 SW Orchard).

KARAOKE AT TALARICO'S: Saturday sing around Talarico's Pizzeria (4718 California SW), starting at 10 p.m.

Have an event coming up in West Seattle? If the community is welcoming, your event is welcome on our calendar! Please send information by email to [email protected] – Thanks!