At least it didn’t rain on our parade!

This is pretty close to a perfect day for me…a "home town parade" with JP Patches and afterwards…we went to the Alki Hot Rod Show.    There were a few times we thought the rain would sneak in but it held back until the show was finished (or did the show finish because of a few sprinkles?)…regardless, this is my definition of a very fun Saturday.Img_5315

For more photos from the parade, you can click on the album on the left of the page or just click here.

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For more photos from the Alki Hot Rod Show you can click on the album to the left or just click here.

With West Seattle’s Farmers Market and Seattle Fish Company…who needs Pike Place Market?

Okay, we still need and love Pike Place Market.   Last Sunday, we thought we would have time to venture out of West Seattle to Pike Place to pick up some fresh oysters and other goodies for dinner.   We ran out of day!   And after checking out the goods at the Farmers Market and Seattle Fish Company…we decided to stay in the ‘hood!  Img_5274 Img_5275

The Seattle Fish Company not only has a huge selection of fresh seafood, they also have wines with pairing suggestions (very handy) and some groceries as well.   Our oysters, which were fabulous on the grill, came with a free lemon! 

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Did You Catch the Moon?

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Goodnight, Moon.

All Aboard a National Historic Landmark: The Virginia V

The Steamer Virginia V will set sail from Fauntleroy to Vashon Island on August 19…to read more, click here.

Looking for Love on Alki

And they called it puppy love…Lookingforlove_2

This is posted on a telephone pole by Starbucks on Alki. 

Just lurking by

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I can’t imagine the photos passengers on the party boat have of the sub just passing through the Puget Sound last night.

Team Up with Tully’s for JP and Children’s Hospital

Img_4808 On Tuesday, June 19, 2007…all day long…Tully’s will donate 20% of all store revenue to support the JP Patches statue fund and Children’s Hospital.   

Please support your local clown and Puget Sound treasure.    We have Tully’s conveniently on Alki and Fauntleroy in West Seattle.

Or…you can purchase a Patches Pal Paver and have your name along side Img_4819_2 this beautiful statue to be located in Fremont.    The statue will have JP and long time friend, Gertrude standing next to ICU2 TV.   The TV will have a slot to accept donations for Children’s Hospital and any surplus funds raised to build the statue will also benefit Children’s.

These photos are from the unveiling of the future statue that took place earlier this year during February in Fremont.

My husband surprised me the following  month when JP Patches appeared at my Img_4825 birthday party!  Yes…obviously, I’m a Patches Pal.    And I (along with many) adore JP.    I remember watching him on KIRO in the wee hours of the morning before school and getting to watch him again after school.    I always looked forward to seeing him.     JP Patches show aired from 1958 to 1981 entertaining and teaching many of us Puget Sound Natives in our younger days. 

Don’t be a Gorrrssssst…support JP!  Besides…your donations are tax deductible.

Rollergirls Rummage Sale at Alki Bath House this Sunday!

Get ready, Alki. This sounds like fun!

ALL STAR TRAVEL TEAM
Rollergirls Gone Rummage!
Sunday June 10, 2007
Place: Alki Bath House – 2701 Alki Ave SW
Time: 2:00 PM

Ever wonder what’s in a Rat City Rollergirls chest (of drawers)?
Have you dreamed of eating off a rollergirl’s plate? Well, now is
your chance. Please come to the Alki Bath House on June 10th and buy
our stuff! All proceeds will go towards the Rat City Rollergirls
Travel fund, and you can feel great in knowing that you’ve supported
your favorite sport and saving the planet by reusing and recycling
at the same time!

If you already have way to much stuff, we can help you unload some
of those buried treasures you have been looking to get rid of! You
can DONATE your stuff to us the week of June 4th by dropping it off
at 1402 SW 112th St. Seattle, WA 98146 (in good old Rat City). You
can also make your donation on the day of the sale, June 10th, at
the Alki Bath House, located at 2701 Alki Ave SW. We will be
accepting donations starting at 1 PM.

http://www.ratcityrollergirls.com/events/TeamEvents.html

Moon over Vashon

Did you catch the moon setting last night?  I think I’ll be getting a tri-pod for Christmas…even though this photo was taken by my husband…maybe he’ll get one for Father’s Day!

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Fun on the beach this weekend

Once again People For Puget Sound is having some fun on the beach this weekend.   The West Seattle Shoreline Adventure is happening Sunday, June 3, from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm.   For more information, click this link.