The Classic Novels (and Movies) Book Club of West Seattle Title: Title: Cannery Row, by John Steinbeck (1945) FYI on the film: A film version was released in 1982, starring Nick Nolte and Debra Winger; it is mostly based on Sweet Thursday, the sequel to Cannery Row.   Contact: juliawsea@gmail.com

Postcards to Voters are friendly, handwritten reminders from volunteers to targeted voters giving Democrats a winning edge in close, key races coast to coast. PostcardsToVoters.org via that website or text JOIN to 484/275-2229.

Vashon Island School District, Cookie for Your Thoughts Vashon Island School District Superintendent, Dr. Slade McSheehy holds a casual conversation with commuter families. Dr. Slade McSheehy invites parents to come join him for cookies, coffee, and tea, to sit down to discuss any topic.

Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering! An informal venue in a cozy coffeehouse for acoustic instrumentalists and singers of all stripes: Classical, Early Music, Jazz, Folk, Composers, et. al.

The Dennis Rea / Blue Jay Blue   musical travelogues" featuring original pieces and interpretations of various world music’s, and a set by West Seattle-based songwriter Blue Jay Blue

Chorando na Chuva Although Brazilian choro music is the heart of Chorando na Chuva’s polished performance, the group also mixes it up with baião, samba, and maxixe to kick up a toe-tapping beat. Add more than a bit of song, and it’s a great time.