Flat Earth Society at West 5 starts tonight at 9 pm! They have the one and only Johnny Horn (KEXP, Yada Yada Blues Band). He will be armed with Seattle’s most coveted collection of dub and soul 45′s. Should be a good one!

*Photo: West 5

Need a new look, but can afford to splurge right now? Stop ‘N Shop can help you get a whole new wardrobe at an affordable price. Today, May 17th, 2012 save 50% off last marked price on Purses & Shoes!

Visit their newly expanded store between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week! Stop ‘N Shop is located at 4504 California Ave SW. All profits directly benefit the Senior Center of West Seattle.

*Photo: Stop ‘N Shop

Do you have or are you having a new baby? Interested in learning about diapering options? Kate Gordon offers a cost breakdown between disposable and cloth diapers along with an introduction to the various cloth diapering options currently available.

Baby Diapering 101 is offered at In Tandem Midwifery with Postpartum Doula, Kate Gordon on Saturday, May 19th from 11am to 12:30pm. Cost is $25 per couple. Email Info@InTandemMidwifery.com to register. In Tandem is located at 4517 California Ave SW, Suite H. Phone: 425-243-7848.

*Photo: In Tandem Midwifery

Now that you’ve made room from selling your collection of treasures at the West Seattle Garage Sale, it’s time to clean the garage! And not only clean it, but really get in there and organize it too. Junction True Value has everything you need to make that garage ship-shape! From storage bins to cleaning supplies to drills to help with the installation of new shelving units, they can help you find the right tools for the job. Here are some step by step garage cleaning/organizing instructions to help. Good luck on your project!

*Photo: True Value

This Mother’s Day, get Mom something special from Edie’s! Their Mother’s Day featured item is from local handbag designer CrystalynKae! They have tons of colors and styles, many of which have vintage fabric details and ALL of which are water-proof, vegan, and washable! Whether it’s a tote, hobo or clutch, we’ll have something for that special lady in your life!

*Photo: Edie’s

Capers is packed full of fun this week! Check out the following events:

• Art Walk – Thursday, May 10th features new works from Jennifer Ament from 6 to 9 pm!
• Girlfriends, Gifts & Glam – Friday, May 11th stop in for Trunk Shows from Lodis and Potluck Paris. There will be a scarf tying demo, sips and appetizers from 3 to 7 pm! A whole afternoon of fun!
• Potluck Paris Encore Trunk Show – Saturday, May 12th from 10 am to 6 pm!

*Photo: Jennifer Ament at Capers

Click! is having a Lulu Smith Trunk Show this Saturday, May 12th from 11am to 5pm. Lulu is a West Seattle jewelry artist and colorist. Her sterling silver and resin creations are so lovely… sweet curves and cheery color make them irresistible. First time ever shown at Click!, and for one weekend only! Her jewels will be available through Sunday (Mother’s Day). Lulu will be joined by West Seattle Chocolatier, Lisa Renoe. Lisa will have samples of her hand made truffles, with 2, 6, and 12-packs available for purchase. She’s bringing several flavors including: Orange Blossom, Bourbon Pecan, and Curry Mango.

*Photo: Prose pendant $135 at Click!

Mothers Day is Sunday, May 13th. Give her the gift that she deserves!! How about a great hour long massage session for only $39.95! Or an hour long massage session AND an hour Signature Facial for only $89.95! It’s the perfect gift for Mom!!

Gift Certificates available online at LaVida Massage or stop in at 4700 42nd Ave SW, Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98116. LaVida Massage is open 7 days a week!!

*Photo: LaVida Massage

Join Fresh Bistro this Saturday, May 5th, for a family style Cinco de Mayo dinner including up to one pound of pork per person, a trio of apps including Avocado and Shrimp Cocktail, Chicken Tinga Sope, and Braised Beef Empanadas, plus a variety of sides like Chipotle Corn Salsa, Pickled Carrots and Jalapeno, a Chili-Lime Grilled Cactus Salad, Rice and Chipotle Black Beans, and a Churro for dessert served with Horchata Ice Cream. All this for just $29! Only 50 spots available and you must make a reservation by calling 206-935-3733 to get a seat!

Be sure to enter Fresh Bistro’s Dine on Swine Contest! Fresh Bistro is turning 3 and to celebrate and thank their fans, they’re hosting a giveaway that will make pork lovers “swine” with delight. One person will win the ultimate private dining experience – a pig roast feast for 12 ($600 value) with select accompaniments served family style. Winner to be announced on their 3rd Birthday, May 22nd at 5 pm!

*Photo: Fresh Bistro

Join Clementine this Saturday, May 5th from 12 to 4 pm for a very special trunk show with Glittersweet, a local handbag company that creates adorable bags featuring bright colors and floral designs.They’re the perfect addition to mom’s spring wardrobe. Plus, they’re practical enough for the gym or grocery store and have enough glitz for date night, too – ideal for moms on the go!
 
While you’re there, pick up a cute pair of spring shoes for yourself. Clementine will also be giving away a Glittersweet handbag and two $50 gift certificates!

*Photo: Clementine

Join us at the West Seattle Farmer’s Market on May 6th! We are celebrating Mother’s Day early with a mini workout session for Mom and a kid’s activity where the kids can make a gift for Mom!

Fitness Revolution with Jill will be demonstrating and leading a short exercise session for those interested in her “Top 5 belly blasting exercises.” She will also have “cheat sheets” of this workout available for Moms to grab from our booth. So be sure to stop by and learn how to do the top 5 belly blasting exercises and hang out with Jill!

Curious KidStuff will be providing a special Mother’s Day activity for the kiddos to work on while Mom works out with Jill! Space is limited to 10 kids at a time, so we appreciate your patience everyone!

You can definitely find some great gifts for Mom at the Farmer’s Market as well: flowers, specialty cheeses, plant starts and flower bulbs and more!

*Photo: West Seattle Farmers Market

Extend the Act of Kindness and share the gift of Dream Dinners with someone needing help getting dinner on the table. On Tuesday, May 1st from 5:30 and 7:00 PM invite your family, friends and neighbors and join Dream Dinners for a taste of their wonderful May menu.

Guests attending the Open House:

• Receive raffle tickets for our Extend the Act of Kindness drawing for $100 off your May Dream Dinners order.
• First time guests, get the opportunity to assemble a complimentary dinner–RSVP is helpful, but not required.
• All guests receive a copy of New York Times Best Seller, The Hour That Matters Most, authored by Dream Dinners co-founders Stephanie and Tina.
• Current guests who bring someone new to Dream Dinners, get $10 instant credit on their May order.
• Everyone samples amazing dinners from the May menu including Arroz con Pollo and Asian BBQ Braised Ribs.

RSVP is appreciated at 206.938.5999 or send an email.

Photo: Dream Dinners

Lifelong AIDS Alliance presents Dining Out For Life Seattle!

Dining Out For Life  is this Thursday, April 26th! When you dine at a participating West Seattle/White Center restaurants – Talarico’s, Skylark, Buddha Ruksa and Company, 30% of your purchase is donated to Lifelong AIDS Alliance and the fight against illness and hunger in our community. Check their website for other participating restaurants and for more information.

So, you’ve submitted your application and fee for West Seattle Summer Fest right? Now what? Well don’t fret. Applications are being reviewed and all applicants will be notified by May 1st.

Thank you for your patience! Be sure to follow us on Facebook to get your West Seattle Summer Fest updates quicker!

Photo: Donna Ryan Photography

On Saturday April 21st, Fleurt will be celebrating their 2 Year Anniversary, Tax Free Day, Earth Day and their beautiful new location at 4536 California Ave SW! They will have cupcakes provided by Sugar Rush Bakery and a raffle for a chance to win a custom made Terrarium ($100 value).

Special Reminder: Earth Day is Sunday April 22nd. Fleurt encourages you to drop off your old vases and containers that will be repurposed at Fleurt, or donated to the West Seattle Senior Center. Their gift to you for recycling is a mini plant. Drop off both Saturday and Sunday.

Easy Street West Seattle Celebrates Record Store Day April 21st! Check out this line-up:

The Young Evils – 7:30pm – Local favorites the Young Evils play their FIRST show since returning from SXSW and tour! Solid!

Reignwolf – 9pm – Reignwolf (aka Jordan Cook) is gonna burn it down with his amazing guitar and loyal bass drum! If you like Hendrix, Jack White, Black Keys, you’re gonna wanna see this kid. He is amazing!

Lance Mercer Photo Exhibition – First-ever local photo installation!
Lance Mercer was Pearl Jam’s official photographer from 1991-95. This endeavor quickly established him as a sought after photographer for a host of other well-known bands including Alice In Chains, Beck, and The Presidents of the United States to name a few. In 1997, he collaborated on a retrospective book of Pearl Jam photographs called Place/Date, with Seattle photographer Charles Peterson.

This Thursday, April 19th, join Pharmaca for an Earth Day Shopping Event from 4pm to close! Free 10 minute chair massages, healthy snacks and 1% of all retail sales during the event go to the Sierra Club!

*Photo: Pharmaca

Fleurt is busy  moving to their new space located at 4536 California Ave SW, where they will have a bigger and better space! However, until they get all moved in, they want to remind everyone that while they are still making deliveries, they are not quite ready for walk-in traffic. They hope to be open later this week and we will do our best to let you know as soon as they are ready!

P.S. Fleurt is also planning on a move in/2 year anniversary party later this month…so stay tuned for the announcement!

*Photo: Strawberries and Cream bouquet from Fleurt $65