April 2025

In honor of Record Store Day 2025 and the 20th anniversary of Pearl Jam's Live at Easy Street EP, Easy Street Records in West Seattle is hosting a special in-store roundtable discussion on Wednesday, April 9, at 7 PM PT. The event will feature shop owner Matt Vaughan, General Manager Adam Tutty, and Ten Club's Tim Bierman as moderator. The conversation will delve into the significance of Record Store Day and Pearl Jam's surprise 2005 performance, which supported the Coalition of Independent Music Stores' 10th anniversary.

Attendees can look forward to engaging discussions, prize giveaways, and a chance to celebrate the legacy of Pearl Jam's iconic EP. Easy Street Records is located at 4559 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA, 98116.

For those unable to attend in person, audio captured at the event will air all weekend long on SiriusXM Pearl Jam Radio, available on Channel 22

Two years after the tragic shooting death of Ka'Don Brown, his family and friends gathered once again at the southwest corner of the Chief Sealth International High School campus to honor his memory and reiterate their ongoing quest for justice. The somber gathering marked the anniversary of the day 21-year-old Ka'Don's life was cut short.

The arson fire that damaged the historic Camp Long Lodge on November 12, of last year did  more than $1 million in damage. Following the fire Diverse Earthworks from Tulalip, WA was called in to do stablization and shoring work on the damaged building.

Seattle Parks and Recreation has contracted with Diverse Earthworks through an emergency public works contract to stabilize the Camp Long Lodge Building after the fire damage occurred.

This work is being done to comply with the Hazard Correction Order Seattle Building Code Case No. 1059812-VI issued by Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI).

This Project will stabilize the Camp Long Lodge Building post-fire to comply with the SDCI correction notice.

According to staff at Blue Moon Burgers, more than $7000 worth of damage was done by a 17 year male on Sunday morning. The Alki Ave SW restaurant was attacked they said shortly before employees arrived for work.. They said the 17 year old suspect "said the aliens were coming"

it will take a week and a half to replace since the repairs require custom glass sizes.

The suspect was taken into custody by Seattle Police.

Blue Moon Burgers remains open.

You can find them online here.  https://bluemoonburgers.com/

The West Seattle High School (WSHS) Class of 1975 is gearing up to celebrate their 50th reunion on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 6 PM to 10 PM at the West Seattle Golf Course.

Reunion Details

• Location: West Seattle Golf Course, 4470 35th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 981261

• Activities: The reunion will feature a "no host bar" and an Italian buffet including Caesar Salad, Baked Lasagna, Marinated Chicken Breast with Grilled Onions and Bell Peppers, Tortellini with Alfredo Sauce, Bread Sticks, and Dessert. Attendees can dance the night away in the beautifully decorated ballroom.

• Admission: $60 per person, covering the buffet, entertainment, and ballroom.

The number of motor vehicle incidents on the West Seattle Bridge recently prompted Westside Seattle to reach out to the Seattle Department of Transportation with some questions.

Question 1

Do you have facts and data on the number, time of day, and cause of crashes on the West Seattle Bridge?

Answer 1

The West Seattle Junction Association is hosting Rock Walk, a fundraiser to enhance the music programming at Summer Fest 2025.

The event will take place Friday, April 11th, from 5:00 – 9:00 PM.

Features of Rock Walk:

• Located in the heart of West Seattle Junction

• A dynamic tasting event featuring wine, cider, beer, and spirits

• 30 businesses will serve as sip stops

• 32 beverage providers (two locations will have double the options!)

• 12 tasting choices per person

• A tasting glass

• A tote bag for bottle purchases

• A map of all locations

Check-in Locations:

• Jet City Labs – 4547 California Ave SW

• John L. Scott Realty – 4445 California Ave SW

Merchant Beverage Pairings:

• And Arlen ~ Pine Lake Cellars

• Bakery Nouveau ~ T2 Cellar