Jewish American Heritage Month

Posted By richards on October 28, 2013

Discovery Shop 4535 California Ave. S.W. 206 937 7169 Halloween decor and all black and orange clothing is 40% off through the end of the month. Items with yellow tags are half-priced starting November 1. Come into the shop on Election Day and enjoy a poker chip discount -- if you don't know what this is, you really need to come by! Double stamps on customer cards every Monday from 10 to noon, seniors receive 20% off their entire purchase all day Tuesdays and high schoolers with student I.D. all day Saturday. If it's your birthday, we'll celebrate by giving you 20% off your purchase because "a world without cancer means a world with more birthdays." The all volunteer run, non profit 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. Follow our blog at http://www.discoveryshopwestseattle.org and LIKE us on Facebook.

"Words, Writers & West Seattle"Barnes & Noble Westwood Village 2600 S.W. Barton St. Friday, Nov 1, 4-6 p.m. The Southwest Seattle Historical Society presents a monthly series of West Seattle-based authors speaking about their recently publishedbooks on the 'First Friday' afternoon of each month. The November presentation by Peter Stekel, is "Final Flight: The Mystery of a World War II plane crash and the frozen airmen in the High Sierra". For more info emailDora-Faye@comcast.net or call509-230-5950.

Volunteer Introduction Session-Southwest Seattle Historical Society Log House Museum 3003 61st Ave. S.W., 1 block from Alki Beach Sat., Nov. 2, 11-1 p.m. Like to interact with people? Fix computers? Update databases? Make small repairs? Transcribe interviews? Shoot videos and still photos? Plan events? Get a glimpse of our communitys past? Come learn about how to turn your desires and skills into meaningful tasks that will help preserve and promote the heritage of West Seattle and the greater Duwamish peninsula. More info: 206-938-5293 / http://www.loghousemuseum.info

E.J. Grooves Performs at Fall Concert Hiawatha Community Center 2700 California Ave. S.W. 206-935-2162 Sat., Nov. 2, 7-8:30 p.m. This is a four piece band with saxophone lead playing a combination of Southern rock, jazz, and a bit of swing. Concert proceeds to benefit Seattle Parks Lifelong Recreation program offerings and the american Cancer Society Discovery Shop of West Seattle. Light refreshments will be available. Cost is $4/pre-pay or $5/day of concert.

Options for Senior Living & Services in West Seattle West Side Presbyterian Church Howell Auditorium 3601 California Ave. S.W. Sat., Nov. 2, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for an informative presentation on the resources available for seniors. Learn what exactly these terms/services mean, how to know what you need, how to find the services you need, what the financial implications are, what financial resources you have and what to do when you dont know what you need. Featured speaker: Karin Miller, MSW, LICSW. More info: Kim Hardwick 206-938-3964

White Center Library November Events 11220 16th Ave. S.W. 206-243-0233 Children & Families: Movie Mondays ~ Nov. 4 & 18, 4 p.m. Contact library for movie title. Rise & Shine Family Story Times ~ Thurs., Nov. 7, 14 & 21, 11:15 a.m. Newborn to age 6 with adult. DIY Pet Rocks ~ Mon., Nov. 25, 4:30 p.m. Create your own creature using rocks, paints and more. Teens: Game On! ~ Wed., Nov. 6, 13 & 20, 3 p.m. Play video games at the library! Study Zone ~ Wed., Nov. 6, 13 & 20, 6:30 p.m. Grades K-12. Drop-in for free homework help from volunteer tutors. Adults: STARS Workshop-Operating a Successful Child Care Business ~ Sat., Nov. 2, 1 p.m. presented by Laura Chandler and Gene Crews. Experienced child care professionals share their tips, guidance and advice for operating your child care business successfully. Please register. Computer Class-Microsoft Word Level 2. Thurs., Nov. 7, 6 p.m. Please register. A Place at the Table-Comfort Food Made Healthy ~ Sat., Nov. 9, 2 p.m. Information at http://www.kcls.org/cooks White Center Library Guild Holiday Bazaar ~ Fri., Nov. 15 & Sat., Nov. 16, 11-4 p.m. Crafting available during Bazaar - contact library for specifics. Computer Class-Microsoft Word Level 2. ~ Thurs., Nov. 21, 6 p.m. Please register.

2nd Annual Support Our Troops USO Fundraiser Emeritus at Admiral Heights 2326 California Ave. S.W. Thurs., Nov. 7, 7-9 p.m. Please join us for a Silent Auction, Heavy Appetizers, Casino Games, Wine, Raffles and entertainment from the Jazzbestos. Minimum suggested donation: $10 per attendee. All proceeds benefit the USO. USOs mission: To lift the spirits of Americas troops and their families. Purchase tickets/questions: 206-938-3964

The Diary of Anne Frank West Seattle High School 3000 California Ave. SW Nov. 1, 2, 6, 7 & 8, 7:30 p.m. The WSHS Drama Club proudly presents the true story of a Jewish family hiding from the German occupying forces in war-torn Amsterdam during WWII. Tickets: $7/with reservations (email reservations@westsidedrama.com) or $12/at the door. More information: http://www.westsidedrama.com.

Building a Better Home Workshop Ventana Construction LLC 5458 California Ave. S.W. 206-932-3009 http://www.ventanabuilds.com Sat., Nov. 9, 1:30-3 p.m. An informative workshop about remodeling and custom home construction. Learn how to get started, what to expect, and the steps you can take to make your project successful. Free and takes place monthly. Limited seating. Call to reserve your space.

GriefShare hosts a Surviving the Holidays Event Grace Church 10323 28th Ave. S.W. Sun., Nov. 17, 2-4 p.m. This one time support group event is for those that have lost loved ones by death and are dreading the holidays. Everyone is welcome. This is an arm of the GriefShare Recovery Group. Registration helps, but is not mandatory. Contact Barb 932-7459.

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