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SUMMER: Knit, play, bike – and listen! Updates on this year’s Admiral Music in the Parks

(WSB photo, 2025 concert crowd at Hamilton Viewpoint Park) On this first weekday of summer, we’re checking in on some of the big West Seattle events ahead. That includes updates on the Admiral Neighborhood Association‘s concert series, Admiral Music in the Parks. We brought you the lineup announcement last month. But you’ll find more than […]

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Summer starts at Solstice Park with Alice Enevoldsen’s 69th change-of-seasons explanation

(WSB photos by Torin Record-Sand) The first sunset of summer was absolutely perfect, particularly for the ~100 people who watched it with West Seattle astronomy educator and NASA volunteer Solar System Ambassador Alice Enevoldsen at Solstice Park. Both Alice and the sunset got applause: Once the sun was fully out of view behind the Olympic […]

Raising the next generation, at home and at the Wing Luke Museum

On weekday mornings, Chrissy Shimizu starts her day the same way many working parents do: savoring a few quiet moments with her 18-month-old daughter, KaiyaWith the help of grandparents who pitch in with childcare, Shimizu boards the light rail into Seattle’s Chinatown-International District (CID), where she leads one of the city’s most beloved cultural institutions as the new executive director of the Wing Luke Museum.

Duwamish documentary, story time, swimming, games, more for your West Seattle Monday

(Photo by Jerry Simmons) Here’s what’s up for the hours ahead, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar: FAMILY STORY TIME: 11 am at Delridge Library (5423 Delridge Way SW). SPRAYPARK SEASON: Daily splashing continues at the Highland Park Spraypark (1100 SW Cloverdale), 11 am-8 pm. COLMAN POOL: Noon-7 pm, daily operation continues at […]

YOU CAN HELP: Admiral Church’s summer food drive goes virtual

Admiral Church has launched its summer food drive to raise money for the White Center Food Bank (whose service area includes south West Seattle). This year, instead of asking for contributions of non-perishable food, Admiral Church has taken the drive virtual – just click here to donate. Cash donations help food banks buy fresh food […]

K-FEST 2026 draws crowds for celebration of Korean culture

Thousands of people gathered at Seattle Center for K-FEST 2026 on June 18—a celebration of Korean culture featuring live performances, traditional fashion, food and community activities, organizers said.

Yoga practitioners gather across western Washington to mark International Day of Yoga

Hundreds of people across Washington state participated in events marking the 12th International Day of Yoga on Sunday, June 21, joining celebrations organized by the Consulate General of India in Seattle.

2 students in custody after shooting at high school in Philippines kills 3

Two students armed with hand guns opened fire in a high school in the central Philippines on Monday, killing three fellow students and wounding another seven, police said.

At Obama Center, Democracy’s Triumphs and Contradictions Share The Stage

The United States, established on principles of liberty, navigates a complex history characterized by inherent contradictions and past errors. Critical acknowledgment of these historical shortcomings is imperative for the nation's ongoing evolution and societal advancement.

Michelle Obama’s ‘Imperfect Democracy’ Remark Revives Questions America Has Never Fully Answered

During the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, former First Lady Michelle Obama underscored its significance as a "living testament to the power of choice" and an "urgent call" for Americans to continue striving for a more perfect democracy. Her remarks highlighted the nation's "imperfect democracy" and the ongoing imperative to align its foundational ideals with its actions, reflecting a broader national dialogue on historical contradictions and future aspirations.

Explaining The World Cup’s Newest Rules

FIFA has implemented a new regulation for the current World Cup, stipulating that players can be sent off for covering their mouths in confrontational situations with opponents. This rule was notably applied when Miguel Almiron received a red card during Paraguay's victory over Turkey.