December 2025

UPDATE: Whisky West will become family friendly Sunday Dec. 14
Morgan Junction restaurant is evolving with the times

Update Dec. 10

The license change to permit those under 21 to enter Whisky West takes effect on Sunday December 14. They open at 11:30 and close at midnight. You can reach them at 206-556-2134 or visit them online at Whiskywest.com though as yet their website does not reflect the changes or include the children's menu.

Original post Dec, 3

Whisky West at 4751 California Ave SW which for nearly a decade has been a West Seattle fixture, a place touting more than 500 varieties of Whisky is about to reinvent itself. 

Under the direction of owners Colin and Donna Pickering, the 21 and over status will be gone and families will be welcomed, pending approval by Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.

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West Seattle Chamber Director Rachel Porter named National 40 Under 40 Honoree

Rachel Porter, Executive Director of the West Seattle Chamber of Commerce, has been named a 2025 40 Under 40 honoree by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). This national recognition highlights leadership that reflects the strength and dedication found within the local business community. The ACCE is the National Association for Chamber Professionals, representing somewhere between 1,300 to 2,000 chambers across America.

The honor reflects Porter’s passion and dedication to West Seattle, which is home to more than 77,000 residents and thousands of businesses across the Junction, Alki, Admiral, Morgan, Delridge, and other areas. Her work is driven by the belief that when local businesses connect, the entire peninsula benefits. Porter champions advocacy, storytelling, partnerships, and events that support local commerce and keep energy flowing through every corridor of West Seattle.

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Cancelled: White Center kicks off holiday season with new lights, community celebration Dec. 10

Update Dec. 10

The event has been cancelled due to a county wide flooding emergency and otherwise inclement weather. King County Local Serivces Brent Champaco confirmed that the event will not be rescheduled at this point. "However, we encourage folks to visit White Center's diverse business district this holiday season to shop, eat, drink and experience this vibrant area for themselves."

Original post Dec. 4

Information from King County

The heart of White Center is glowing especially bright this holiday season.

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Pat's View: The Hidden Cost of "Free Trials"
Why subscription scams are draining American wallets

I admit it. I'm sometimes quite gullible. I purchased a product called Capsacare from a company called Bare Willow but didn't read the fine print. When I got the the product.. it was essentially useless. Oh well. But imagine my surprise when I got an email that the SECOND shipment was on its way and that the price had gone up by $14!

Deceptive subscription offers, often termed “scamscriptions,” have evolved into one of the most widespread online frauds facing consumers today, affecting approximately 1 in 10 Americans. This is not a marginal problem; it is a staggering financial drain that costs U.S. consumers an average of $1,200 annually in unwanted or forgotten subscriptions alone.

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A Grand Harmony: Chief Sealth hosts inaugural 'Winter Sealthstice' celebration

Chief Sealth International High School is setting the stage for a spectacular collaboration this December, hosting the "Winter Sealthstice: A Performing Arts Celebration". Set for December 18 at 7:00 PM in the Chief Sealth IHS Auditorium, located at 2600 SW Thistle Street, this performance promises to be a powerful display of student talent and a crucial fundraiser for the school’s expanding arts programs.

This unique concert event will feature nearly every performing arts group at the high school, including the Symphonic Band, Choir, Orchestra, Jazz Band, and Drama. While attendees can expect individual performances showcasing separate winter-themed selections from each music program, the highlight of the evening will be the collaborative spirit demonstrated through three "massive pieces". For these major numbers, the choir, orchestra, and symphonic bands will all perform together.

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The Menashe Family Christmas lights display is glowing nightly

The Menashe family Christmas lights are on and glowing nightly. Located at 5605 Beach Drive SW.

SEE THE VIDEO BELOW

The display runs through the end of the month, with the lights glowing nightly from 4:30 PM to 11:00 PM.

The magnificent display features over 125,000 lights, accompanied by a host of animated figures, trains, planes, and helicopters. Adding a significant new element this year is a beautiful new Santa's workshop, which is described as a big built structure being added next to the train area. This workshop will showcase the Santa Claus figure, which is Jack Menashe’s oldest piece. Visitors can also drop off their holiday wishes in a special mailbox dedicated to letters to Santa.

A highlight of the season is the special event planned for Saturday night, December 13th. During this time, the display will host live reindeer. The special gathering runs between 6:00 and 9:30 PM

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Sports Roundup 12-7-25

By Tim Clinton

SPORTS EDITOR

 

Girls basketball

Kennedy Catholic 64, Bethel 34

The Lancers beat Bethel big time in Saturday morning action.

 

Liberty 56, Highline 20

Highline was hammered Saturday by the Patriots.

 

Foster 35, Evergreen 13

Evergreen was felled by Foster on Friday.

 

Ballard 62, Holy Names 36

Ballard beat Holy Names in a Friday game.

 

Chief Sealth 44, Cleveland 40

The Seahawks won a close one Friday.

 

Kentridge 52, Mt. Rainier 42

The Chargers topped the Rams in a Friday game.

 

Kennedy Catholic 70, Stadium 16

Kennedy Catholic crushed the Tigers of Tacoma Thursday.

 

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2025 Christmas tree lighting in the Junction was busy and fun

The West Seattle Junction Hometown Holidays 2025 Tree Lighting event Dec. 6 was festive, and well attended, with the crowd numbering in the hundreds.

The event hosted by Brian Callanan, included a Night Market with more than 15 vendors, a Pet Costume Contest, the Endolyne Children's Choir, The School of Rock West Seattle the Metropolitan Singers, a Beer Garden, Santa Claus himself and of course the lighting.

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Santa himself was there for the event. Photo by Patrick Robinson

 

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An Irreverent Look at a Classic: BAT Theatre Presents the Northwest Premiere of The Past, A Present Yet To Come

For audiences who believe they have seen every possible version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, Burien Actors Theatre (BAT) offers a hilarious and inventive challenge with the Northwest Premiere of The Past, a Present Yet to Come. This play, running November 28 through December 21, 2025, is not just another holiday tale, but an irreverent imagining of how Dickens’ famous story actually came to be written.

Set in Victorian London, the plot centers on a young entrepreneur who seeks to soften his Uncle Ebenezer Scrooge’s notoriously hard heart by producing a play. For this unusual mission, he engages the help of no-nonsense theatre producer J.B. Roth, who then hires the broke and philandering Charles Dickens. The mission begs the question: are there ulterior motives driving this unlikely theatrical attempt to save Scrooge?

A Comedy That Delves Deep into Change

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