Polite bunny
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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| Photo by Barbara Twaddell |
It is the season for our fall crop of raspberries. This sweet bunny is enjoying a meal but doesn’t take too many. Very polite.
--Barbara Twaddell
It is the season for our fall crop of raspberries. This sweet bunny is enjoying a meal but doesn’t take too many. Very polite.
October recipe from Town & Country Market: Mushroom Ramen
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| Mushroom Ramen |
Difficulty Level: Easy
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Yield: 4 Servings
Description: Calling all mushroom lovers! This sophisticated yet simple ramen is quick, comforting, and full of mushroom flavor. May take a little longer to make than the ramen of our youth, but it’s oh so satisfying.
Ingredients:
- Cooking oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 4 green onions, sliced, white and green parts separated
- 12 ounces mixed mushrooms, sliced (button, oyster, shitake, maitake, bunashimeji, enoki, etc.)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 8 cups mushroom broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 4 packs instant ramen noodles
- 4 soft cooked eggs
- Optional Toppings:
- Thinly sliced carrots
- Baby bok choy
- Bean sprouts
- Sliced fresh chile
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chile sauce
- Crunchy garlic
Preparation:
- Heat a medium sized pot coated with cooking oil to medium heat.
- Add minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of green onion. Stir fry until fragrant. About 1-2 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add mushrooms. Stir fry until lightly tender and browned. Season with sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside half the mushrooms for garnish. (Some more delicate mushrooms may be best kept for the end).
- To same pot add broth and bring to a boil. Add soy sauce and rice vinegar. Cook ramen noodles in broth per package instructions. Add carrots and baby bok choy if using and cook until tender. About 2 minutes.
- Divide mushroom broth, cooked vegetables and noodles amongst bowls. Add mushrooms, soft boiled egg, remaining green onion, and toppings of choice. Serve and enjoy!
Options
- T&C’s in market cut thin-sliced meats are a great addition if looking for added protein! They cook very fast in the hot liquid.
Shoreline Town & Country Market is located at Shoreline Place 15505 Westminster Way N, Shoreline, WA 98133
LFP Council to hold public hearing on tax proposals October 22, 2026
2027 GENERAL AND PROPERTY TAXES
The City of Lake Forest Park City Council will consider adopting ordinances approving the 2027 general taxes and 2027 property levy.
The City Council seeks public input for or against the proposed increases. More information on the draft of the city’s preliminary 2027-2028 budget is available on the city's website.
The public hearing will be held during the City Council’s regular meeting on October 22, 2026. The meeting will begin at 7:00pm, followed by the public hearing.
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The public hearing will be held during the City Council’s regular meeting on October 22, 2026. The meeting will begin at 7:00pm, followed by the public hearing.
The public hearing will be held in person in the City Council Chambers. The City Council will accept written testimony before the meeting and distribute it to the City Council, and will accept verbal testimony during the public hearing.
Written comments should be submitted to City Clerk Matt McLean at mmclean@cityoflfp.com no later than 5:00pm local time on the date of the hearing. A sign-up sheet will be available at the front of the Council Chambers, and the Mayor or designee will call names in the order they appear. A request to speak can also be made by phone directly to the City Clerk at (206) 368-5440 before 5:00pm on the date of the meeting.
Written comments should be submitted to City Clerk Matt McLean at mmclean@cityoflfp.com no later than 5:00pm local time on the date of the hearing. A sign-up sheet will be available at the front of the Council Chambers, and the Mayor or designee will call names in the order they appear. A request to speak can also be made by phone directly to the City Clerk at (206) 368-5440 before 5:00pm on the date of the meeting.
Wonderland Play Groups at Mountlake Terrace Library every Wednesday
Join facilitators Shelby, Kylie, and Alyssa for movement, music, and fun! Wonderland Play Groups are full of engaging activities designed to foster your child’s development.
Groups are always free and open to children of all abilities ages birth through five years of age. All cultures and languages welcome!
In-person groups are first come, first served. No pre-registration required.
Every Wednesday - 10:00 to 11:00am
Mountlake Terrace Library
23300 58th Ave W
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Wonderland Play Groups are brought to you in partnership with Sno-Isle Libraries.
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In-person groups are first come, first served. No pre-registration required.
Every Wednesday - 10:00 to 11:00am
Mountlake Terrace Library
23300 58th Ave W
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Wonderland Play Groups are brought to you in partnership with Sno-Isle Libraries.
Good Morning Chamber on Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Enjoy an early morning coffee & pastries along with a presentation from Kevin Barrett, president of Success-Minded Leader.
Kevin is a longtime Shoreline Chamber member, will share the story behind his new book, The Success-Minded Leader: How Self-Leadership Creates Exceptional Teams. He'll talk about what it means to lead yourself before you lead a team, explain the idea at the heart of the book: the leader you are on the inside shapes every team you build and read a favorite passage.
The meeting will be held at Shoreline College, 16101 Greenwood Avenue North Shoreline, WA 98133-5696 in the 9000 PUB Building. - Visitor parking is free until 9am.
After we hear from Kevin, you will have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to the group. This is a great way to connect with other amazing local businesses.
Members are free and non-members are $5
Register today and we will see you soon!
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The meeting will be held at Shoreline College, 16101 Greenwood Avenue North Shoreline, WA 98133-5696 in the 9000 PUB Building. - Visitor parking is free until 9am.
After we hear from Kevin, you will have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business to the group. This is a great way to connect with other amazing local businesses.
Members are free and non-members are $5
Register today and we will see you soon!
Shoreline College launches online degree programs
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| New initiative brings fully online programs, dedicated student support and award-winning course design together in one comprehensive online learning experience |
While Shoreline has offered online courses for many years, Shoreline Online takes the next step by bringing together fully online programs, intentionally designed online courses, and dedicated student support under one coordinated approach.
Instead of taking random online classes, students can now follow complete online pathways from enrollment through completion, with the flexibility to earn their degree or certificate without needing to come to campus.
Through Shoreline Online, students can choose from a growing selection of programs that can be completed fully online, including career-focused certificates as well as degree and transfer options. Current Shoreline students can also take advantage of the College’s extensive online course offerings to create greater flexibility as they work toward completing their degrees.
Unlike an online experience built around individual, disconnected courses, Shoreline Online is designed around complete programs and clear pathways. Students know which courses they need and how to progress toward their credential, with dedicated support available along the way.
It is important to note that online learning doesn’t mean students are learning on their own. Just like any onsite class, students can expect instructors to be actively present throughout their courses through regular communication, meaningful feedback, class discussions and activities, and proactive outreach to help students stay more engaged and to support their continued progress.
Shoreline Online students have access to a dedicated Student Success Navigator, who helps students thrive in the online learning environment and build connections with the people and resources needed to succeed; a "go-to" person for making the online college experience feel more supported. Proactive outreach is built into this model to help students navigate challenges and continue making progress toward completion.
The initiative also places a strong emphasis on the quality and consistency of the online classroom experience. Courses within Shoreline Online pathways are built around shared standards for high-quality online learning, with faculty supported by eLearning, Instructional Designers, training, and resources that help create clear, accessible, and engaging online courses
Brandon Fryman, one of Shoreline’s Instructional Designers, whose work to advance high-quality online learning was recently recognized at the state level in 2025 with the Connie Broughton Innovation in eLearning Award shares,
Dr. Jack Kahn, President of Shoreline College shared, “I’m very excited about this new initiative. Shoreline Online moves us toward proven practices that strengthen student engagement, support completion, and create a more consistent learning experience across courses."
Through Shoreline Online, students can choose from a growing selection of programs that can be completed fully online, including career-focused certificates as well as degree and transfer options. Current Shoreline students can also take advantage of the College’s extensive online course offerings to create greater flexibility as they work toward completing their degrees.
Unlike an online experience built around individual, disconnected courses, Shoreline Online is designed around complete programs and clear pathways. Students know which courses they need and how to progress toward their credential, with dedicated support available along the way.
It is important to note that online learning doesn’t mean students are learning on their own. Just like any onsite class, students can expect instructors to be actively present throughout their courses through regular communication, meaningful feedback, class discussions and activities, and proactive outreach to help students stay more engaged and to support their continued progress.
Shoreline Online students have access to a dedicated Student Success Navigator, who helps students thrive in the online learning environment and build connections with the people and resources needed to succeed; a "go-to" person for making the online college experience feel more supported. Proactive outreach is built into this model to help students navigate challenges and continue making progress toward completion.
The initiative also places a strong emphasis on the quality and consistency of the online classroom experience. Courses within Shoreline Online pathways are built around shared standards for high-quality online learning, with faculty supported by eLearning, Instructional Designers, training, and resources that help create clear, accessible, and engaging online courses
Brandon Fryman, one of Shoreline’s Instructional Designers, whose work to advance high-quality online learning was recently recognized at the state level in 2025 with the Connie Broughton Innovation in eLearning Award shares,
"High-quality online education should never feel like a course was simply moved onto the internet. It should be intentionally designed for the online environment, with clear expectations, meaningful engagement, accessible materials, and multiple ways for students to connect with their learning.
"Our work with faculty is about making those choices intentionally so that students have an equitable, supportive learning experience wherever they are.”
Shoreline Online has already been piloted through the College’s online business certificate programs, serving more than 150 students across eight classes. The College is now expanding the model to additional programs and pathways, including Health Informatics, Business, Music Technology, Child Advocacy Studies, Honors Research and additional transfer degree options.
The expansion is designed to serve a broad range of learners, including working adults, students balancing family responsibilities, and those looking to continue their education without relocating or restructuring their lives around a traditional college schedule.
As a public college, Shoreline offers an affordable pathway to a credential, career advancement or a four-year degree. Online students receive the same high-quality Shoreline College education, with the flexibility to complete coursework from wherever they are. U.S. citizens enrolled in eligible online programs also benefit from Washington in-state tuition, regardless of where they live.
Shoreline Online programs and course options will continue to expand as the College moves toward full implementation of the initiative.
Learn more about Shoreline Online, available programs and how to get started, at this link
Hardy Plant Society bulb sale October 18, 2026
HPSW Annual Fall Bulb and Plant Sale October 18, 2026 from 10am - 2pm at Center for Urban Horticulture, NHS Hall 3501 NE 41st Street, Seattle, 98195
We'll have many varieties of Tulips, Narcissus (Daffodil), and Spring Crocus for sale in time for fall planting, as well as rare and unusual bulbs like Fritillaria, Galanthus, Ipheion, Iris, Alliums, Hyacinth, Martagon Lilies and Muscari. Many new bulbs this year!
A catalog of the bulbs is available here
Also available: Potted bulbs such as Cyclamen and Colchicum (beautiful Fall Crocus), and many other perennial plants in gallon/4" pots from our nursery, and our HPSW seed packets.
We sell only high quality bulbs in small quantities so you can enjoy many different ones! Great prices! Lots of fun!
Come early for best selection. Please bring a box/bag to take your treasures home.
Come early for best selection. Please bring a box/bag to take your treasures home.
We will have three cash registers to take credit card, cash or checks to help speed up the line to pay.
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Día de los Muertos celebration at Evergreen Washelli October 29, 2026
Evergreen Washelli will host its fourth annual Día de los Muertos celebration on Thursday, October 29, 2026 bringing the Seattle community together for an evening of remembrance, music and cultural traditions.
The free, family-friendly celebration will feature mariachi, ballet folklórico, face painting, food, prizes, children's activities and local vendors. The annual event typically draws 300 to 400 attendees.
Día de los Muertos is a tradition centered on remembering and celebrating the lives of loved ones who have died. As part of the celebration, Evergreen Washelli will create a community ofrenda where families can honor their loved ones by displaying photographs.
Community members can bring photos to the event or drop them off at Evergreen Washelli throughout October.
WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 5-9pm
Evergreen Washelli Tribute Center
11111 Aurora Ave. N, Seattle, WA
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WHEN/WHERE: Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 5-9pm
Evergreen Washelli Tribute Center
11111 Aurora Ave. N, Seattle, WA
Local Spotlight: Success-Minded Leader
Local Spotlight brought to you by Kate Ledbetter, DestinationShoreline.com
Success-Minded Leader Helps Build Stronger Teams and Communities
Great leadership isn’t just about managing others, it starts with understanding how to lead yourself. Success-Minded Leader, founded by leadership coach and author Kevin Barrett, helps business owners, executives, nonprofit professionals, and emerging leaders develop the skills and mindsets they need to lead with greater clarity and purpose.
An active member of the Shoreline business community and former President of the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, Kevin brings decades of leadership development experience to cohort-based programs, executive coaching, and leadership roundtables that help individuals grow as leaders while building stronger, more effective teams and organizations.
Q & A with Success-Minded Leader Founder Kevin Barrett
Q: How long have you been in business?
A: 2017
Q: What inspired you to start your business?
A: By 2017, I had spent 18 years leading teams and building leadership development programs in the corporate and retail worlds. I loved the work, but I kept running into the same realization: the skills I was teaching inside those companies could help far more people than any single employer would ever reach. I wanted to build problem solvers, not just train them for one organization. So I started my own practice to do exactly that.
Q & A with Success-Minded Leader Founder Kevin Barrett
Q: How long have you been in business?
A: 2017
Q: What inspired you to start your business?
A: By 2017, I had spent 18 years leading teams and building leadership development programs in the corporate and retail worlds. I loved the work, but I kept running into the same realization: the skills I was teaching inside those companies could help far more people than any single employer would ever reach. I wanted to build problem solvers, not just train them for one organization. So I started my own practice to do exactly that.
That conviction is also what drew me to the Success-Minded Leader methodology. It's grounded in the 9 Success Mindsets, a framework built on Dr. Julie Miller's doctoral research into what actually drives high achievers. I acquired it and have spent years refining it into the programs I run today, because it gave real structure to something I already believed: the way you lead yourself determines the team you build around you.
Q: What service does your business provide for our community?
A: Success-Minded Leader helps people become stronger leaders by starting with the person, not the title. The core idea behind our programs, and behind my book, is simple: the better you understand yourself, your goals, and what drives you, the stronger you become as both a leader and an employee. That work makes better business owners, better business leaders, and better community leaders, and a community full of stronger leaders is a stronger community.
We deliver that through cohort-based leadership programs, executive coaching, and a Leadership Roundtable. And because leadership looks different depending on where you stand, we've built resources tailored to the sectors we serve, including healthcare, corporate, executive, government, and nonprofit.
Q: What do you love the most about Shoreline?
A: The people. Shoreline has the most caring, engaged community I've been part of. Everyone here is smart, supportive, and genuinely forward-thinking, and that kind of energy is inspiring to be around.
Q: Why is your business based in Shoreline?
A: While Success-Minded Leader isn't physically based in Shoreline, we actively serve the Shoreline community, and I love this area. Its growing business community, strong schools, and the real collaboration between city government, the Chamber of Commerce, the SBDC, and Shoreline Community College make it a great place for growth and innovation.
The light rail stations have only added to that vibrancy, bringing more visitors and more opportunity to the area.
Q: What’s one thing you wish your customers knew about you but never ask?
A: I wish people could see a picture of who they'll become after going through our programs. The change in our cohort members is stunning: a stronger awareness of themselves, sharper focus, and a real jump in how effective they are as leaders. If people could see that version of themselves up front, joining would be a no-brainer.
What we're really doing is closing the gap between execution-focused management and the broader, more strategic leadership an organization needs to grow. Our programs create an environment where the 9 Success Mindsets thrive: vision, passion, perseverance, creativity, compassion, risk-taking, self-motivation, seizing opportunities, and positive thinking.
When those take hold, inspired leadership shows up at every level, and you end up with people who are high-performing, energized, and engaged. That same framework is the heart of my book, The Success-Minded Leader: How Self-Leadership Creates Exceptional Teams.
Q: What’s inspires you each day?
A: Making a difference in people's lives. I want to leave the world a little better than I found it, and this work lets me do that. Nothing beats seeing the light bulb go on when someone discovers how to be a more effective leader.
Q: What has been your proudest moment in business so far?
A: Watching that first cohort go through the updated program. Week by week, I could almost see the gears turning as each person built one skill improvement on top of the next. By the end, they weren't the same leaders who walked in, and knowing the program did that is something I'm proud of.
Q: How do you approach customer service, and what sets you apart?
A: I meet people where they are. Whether I'm working through a client's concern or coaching a leader, the approach is the same: understand where the person actually is before you do anything else. It's easy to walk in with your own agenda and start pushing your version of the answer, but that rarely helps anyone. You have to listen first, understand their situation, and build from there. That's true in customer service and it's true in the work itself, and I think it's what sets us apart.
Q: How does your business support or give back to the local community?
A: We host a free monthly Lunch and Learn on practical topics like communication, team building, conflict resolution, and organizational skills. Anyone can join our mailing list and attend at no cost, and it's our way of putting useful leadership tools in people's hands whether or not they ever work with us directly.
Personally, I've invested in this community through the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce. I joined in 2023, served as Vice President in 2024 and President in 2025, and I'm the Past President this year. Through that work I've built a strong advocacy role for local business, working directly with city, county, and state staff and representatives to make sure business has a voice at the table.
Q: What future plans or goals do you have for your business?
A: The big one is my book, The Success-Minded Leader: How Self-Leadership Creates Exceptional Teams, launching this fall. It puts the ideas behind our programs into a form anyone can pick up, and it opens the door to reaching leaders well beyond the people we work with directly.
Beyond that, the goal is to keep the work current. Leadership doesn't stand still, and neither should the way we teach it. We're constantly updating the Success-Minded Leader curriculum to reflect how work is actually changing and the new challenges leaders face, so what we deliver stays relevant to the pressures people are dealing with right now.
Q: What’s your next upcoming event?
A: The book launch is front and center! We're celebrating the release of my new book, The Success-Minded Leader, with a launch party on Tuesday, October 27, from 7–9 PM at Vault 177 in Shoreline. It's going to be a fun evening of celebration, conversation, a short reading, and the chance to pick up a signed copy. The book makes a simple case: you have to lead yourself before you can lead a team. I'm excited to finally share these ideas with the world! Everyone is welcome, but space is limited, so be sure to register early to save your spot.
Beyond the launch, I'll be doing podcasts and speaking engagements to get these ideas in front of as many leaders as possible. It's shaping up to be a busy and exciting stretch!
Q: What's the one idea at the heart of everything you do?
A: That the leader you are on the inside determines the team you build on the outside. Most leadership advice starts with tactics: how to run a meeting, how to give feedback, how to hold people accountable. Those matter, but they're downstream. The real work starts with understanding yourself, your goals, and what drives you. Get that right and everything else gets easier. It's the core of our programs, and it's the whole argument of my book.
Connect with Success-Minded Leader
successmindedleader.com
kevinb@truenorthskills.com
Facebook: Success-Minded Leader
LinkedIn: Kevin Barrett Success-Minded Leader
Q: What’s inspires you each day?
A: Making a difference in people's lives. I want to leave the world a little better than I found it, and this work lets me do that. Nothing beats seeing the light bulb go on when someone discovers how to be a more effective leader.
Q: What has been your proudest moment in business so far?
A: Watching that first cohort go through the updated program. Week by week, I could almost see the gears turning as each person built one skill improvement on top of the next. By the end, they weren't the same leaders who walked in, and knowing the program did that is something I'm proud of.
Q: How do you approach customer service, and what sets you apart?
A: I meet people where they are. Whether I'm working through a client's concern or coaching a leader, the approach is the same: understand where the person actually is before you do anything else. It's easy to walk in with your own agenda and start pushing your version of the answer, but that rarely helps anyone. You have to listen first, understand their situation, and build from there. That's true in customer service and it's true in the work itself, and I think it's what sets us apart.
Q: How does your business support or give back to the local community?
A: We host a free monthly Lunch and Learn on practical topics like communication, team building, conflict resolution, and organizational skills. Anyone can join our mailing list and attend at no cost, and it's our way of putting useful leadership tools in people's hands whether or not they ever work with us directly.
Personally, I've invested in this community through the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce. I joined in 2023, served as Vice President in 2024 and President in 2025, and I'm the Past President this year. Through that work I've built a strong advocacy role for local business, working directly with city, county, and state staff and representatives to make sure business has a voice at the table.
Q: What future plans or goals do you have for your business?
A: The big one is my book, The Success-Minded Leader: How Self-Leadership Creates Exceptional Teams, launching this fall. It puts the ideas behind our programs into a form anyone can pick up, and it opens the door to reaching leaders well beyond the people we work with directly.
Beyond that, the goal is to keep the work current. Leadership doesn't stand still, and neither should the way we teach it. We're constantly updating the Success-Minded Leader curriculum to reflect how work is actually changing and the new challenges leaders face, so what we deliver stays relevant to the pressures people are dealing with right now.
Q: What’s your next upcoming event?
A: The book launch is front and center! We're celebrating the release of my new book, The Success-Minded Leader, with a launch party on Tuesday, October 27, from 7–9 PM at Vault 177 in Shoreline. It's going to be a fun evening of celebration, conversation, a short reading, and the chance to pick up a signed copy. The book makes a simple case: you have to lead yourself before you can lead a team. I'm excited to finally share these ideas with the world! Everyone is welcome, but space is limited, so be sure to register early to save your spot.
Beyond the launch, I'll be doing podcasts and speaking engagements to get these ideas in front of as many leaders as possible. It's shaping up to be a busy and exciting stretch!
Q: What's the one idea at the heart of everything you do?
A: That the leader you are on the inside determines the team you build on the outside. Most leadership advice starts with tactics: how to run a meeting, how to give feedback, how to hold people accountable. Those matter, but they're downstream. The real work starts with understanding yourself, your goals, and what drives you. Get that right and everything else gets easier. It's the core of our programs, and it's the whole argument of my book.
Connect with Success-Minded Leader
successmindedleader.com
kevinb@truenorthskills.com
Facebook: Success-Minded Leader
LinkedIn: Kevin Barrett Success-Minded Leader
KCRHA Financial Update: External Review Findings
This week Turning Point released their findings, and we now have a clearer understanding of KCRHA’s historical financial position as well as the factors that created the current shortfall.
Based on the reconciliation completed from the agency’s inception in 2021 through July 31, 2026, the current estimate of the remaining unresolved funding need is approximately $16.7 million. The $16.7 million figure is not an estimate of administrative overspending; it is the current unresolved funding need identified through the cash and balance-sheet reconciliation. That number may move somewhat as we complete 2026 billing, collections, receivables, and closeout activity, with a final reconciliation expected in Q1 2027.
Turning Point Strategic Advisors are currently correcting and stabilizing KCRHA accounting records, strengthening monthly close and reconciliation practices, improving invoicing and reimbursement workflows, supporting audit and grant-compliance work, improving cash and receivables management, and helping us build the staffing and operating routines necessary for sustainable financial management.
That work is happening at the same time KCRHA is moving toward a considerably simpler organization in 2027. The transfer of locally funded contract administration back to the City and County removes much of the volume and complexity that characterized the organization over the past several years. The future KCRHA will be smaller and more focused on its regional, federal, and state responsibilities, with a more concentrated grant portfolio and finance operation.
The work in front of us is not simply to identify and resolve the historical funding gap. It is to finish 2026 cleanly, complete the final reconciliation, and leave KCRHA with a financial and operational model that is appropriately scaled, routinely reconciled, and capable of reliably carrying out the work that remains in 2027.
You can read more about Turning Point Strategic Advisors’ findings and answers to frequently asked questions.
Read more about financials here
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Pop corn on the cob at Shoreline United Methodist Church popcorn party
Friday, October 16, 2026
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| Photo courtesy HelloYummy.co |
Shoreline United Methodist Church is hosting a popcorn party with popcorn on the cob, from 10:00am to 12:00pm, Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Please come to share the fun and enjoy popping it right off of the cob.
Shoreline United Methodist Church
14511 25th Ave NE
Shoreline, WA 98155
206-363-3040
LFP Roundabout Project – Water System Update for LFP Water District Customers
Once the connections are complete, the District will be able to return to normal water system operation, ending the temporary changes in water flow that have been necessary during construction.
As normal water flow is restored, some customers may temporarily experience discolored water due to resuspending naturally occuring sediments. District crews will be flushing water mains as needed following the connections to clear up any color.
If you experience discolored water, run cold water from a bathtub, outside faucet, or other high-flow fixture for 5–10 minutes. If the discoloration persists, contact the District at 206-365-3211 or office@lfpwd.org.
We appreciate your patience during this phase of the project.
Alan Kerley
General Manager
Lake Forest Park Water District
Updated list of 32nd LD candidate forums
All positions in the 32nd District are on the November ballot, which will be arriving this week.
- State Senate: Cindy Ryu and Jesse Salomon
- House Position 1: Keith Scully and Danica Noble
- House Position 2: Lauren Davis and Imraan Siddiqi
Candidate forums
League of Women Voters Snohomish County held a series of candidate forums online which were recorded and are available to view.
- State Senate: recording available here - audio recording
- Position 1: recording available here - audio recording (click the 'Be A Voter' button)
- Position 2: recording is available here - video recording
Saturday, October 17, 2026 4pm, candidates for House Position 1 will be at the Edmonds Library ,650 Main St, Edmonds, WA 98020. Limited parking.
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Sunday October 18, 2026 2-4pm all six candidates have confirmed. It is being held at the Innis Arden Clubhouse, 1430 NW 188th St, Shoreline, WA 98177. Space is limited so it is important to register
Note: I do not have a reporter to cover this last forum. If you are interested email: Editor@ShorelineAreaNews.com
What to Donate for the Shoreline Food Drive
Throughout October, local businesses and organizations are coming together to help stock the shelves at the Shoreline Hopelink Market.
Look for Shoreline Food Drive collection sites around the community and drop off much-needed food and household essentials.
The five Hopelink no-cost Food Markets collectively serve thousands of families and individuals each year throughout north and east King County.
Donations collected during the Shoreline Food Drive will help keep market shelves stocked with a diverse selection of nutritious foods and other everyday necessities.
What to Donate
The Shoreline Hopelink Market is currently requesting a variety of non-perishable foods, including canned meals; canned tuna, chicken and other meats; healthy cereals and oats; canned or dried fruits and vegetables; pasta, rice, quinoa and barley; soups and broths; shelf-stable oat, almond and soy milk; nut and seed butters; cooking oils; spices; flour; and sugar and salt.
The market is also seeking non-food essentials such as baby food pouches, wipes and pull-ups; feminine hygiene products, toothpaste and toothbrushes; toilet paper and paper towels; and reusable or paper grocery bags.
All donated items should be non-perishable, unexpired, and in their original unopened packaging.
For the latest list of participating drop-off locations, most-needed items, and information about donating online, visit this page for information
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What to Donate
The Shoreline Hopelink Market is currently requesting a variety of non-perishable foods, including canned meals; canned tuna, chicken and other meats; healthy cereals and oats; canned or dried fruits and vegetables; pasta, rice, quinoa and barley; soups and broths; shelf-stable oat, almond and soy milk; nut and seed butters; cooking oils; spices; flour; and sugar and salt.
The market is also seeking non-food essentials such as baby food pouches, wipes and pull-ups; feminine hygiene products, toothpaste and toothbrushes; toilet paper and paper towels; and reusable or paper grocery bags.
All donated items should be non-perishable, unexpired, and in their original unopened packaging.
For the latest list of participating drop-off locations, most-needed items, and information about donating online, visit this page for information
Letter to the Editor: Why I am voting Yes on LFP Prop 1
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The city of Lake Forest Park is facing severe budget challenges. Our draft budget for 2027-2028 has a $4.5 million deficit. Much of that is structural. The costs of providing these services are drastically outpacing the 1% annual increase in property tax that the city is allowed to take. Much of this increase comes from public safety costs in addition to the police department, including 911 dispatch, jail, prosecutor, public defender, and crisis response services.
I’m proud of our police department and I’m confident that many of you feel the same way. They have maintained a focus on community-policing and our response times are significantly better than in other communities.
But I really want to focus on RCR, the Regional Crisis Response agency. RCR was founded in 2023 as a collaboration between LFP, Bothell, Kenmore, Kirkland, and Shoreline. The RCR team consists of trained mental health professionals who can respond to emergency calls alongside police or on their own. They provide critical responses to residents in crisis, including situations where the presence of police officers may inadvertently cause an escalation. These crisis responders are a core part of our region’s emergency response alongside Police, Fire, Ambulance, and the Connections Crisis Response Center. In 2025, RCR served approximately 300 encounters in Lake Forest Park. Prop 1 will ensure that the city can continue to access this valuable resource.
For an average Lake Forest Park home ($963,000), the levy will cost less than $18 per month. Low-income seniors and disabled veterans will be exempt from this levy. This is a reasonable amount to pay to ensure that the city can continue to afford all aspects of public safety, including police, crisis response and everything in between. Please vote YES on Prop 1!
Larry Goldman
Lake Forest Park
Larry Goldman serves as a member of the Lake Forest Park City Council and is writing as an individual.
Larry Goldman serves as a member of the Lake Forest Park City Council and is writing as an individual.
Class and event calendar for the Tool Librares
Next week, you could create a taxidermied stuffed animal, learn how to 3D print, use basic sewing skills to create reusable cloth pads, and so much more! There's a lot going on in Seattle and Shoreline
Class & Event Calendar
Customizable Class & Event NotificationsWe offer classes at all of our Seattle REconomy locations, so make sure to double-check the location on the event page before signing up!
NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL): 10228 Fischer Pl NE, Seattle Shoreline Tool Library (STL): 16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline Reuse Commons Lake City (RCLC): 12558 Lake City Way NE, SeattleOur sliding scale for classes helps to reduce barriers for participation while retaining sufficient income for Seattle REconomy or our hosting partners at Reuse Commons Lake City.
If cost is a concern, we encourage you to contact us at info@seattlereconomy.org to discuss options.
Classes at Reuse Commons Lake City are supported by the Seattle Office of Economic Development (OED) and Seattle Public Utilities (SPU).
Online presentation: Trusts explained - What they are when you might need one October 26, 2026
A trust is a legal tool that can help you manage and protect your assets and determine how they are distributed to the people or organizations you care about.
Trusts can offer greater control and flexibility in managing your assets—but they can also involve additional costs, complexity, and ongoing administration. Understanding the pros and cons can help you determine whether a trust is right for you.
This free webinar will be presented by Sarah Propst, an attorney with Galloway Law Group PLLC.
Monday, October 26, 2026
12:00-1:15pm
Online Zoom Presentation
REGISTER NOW!
This webinar is free, but registration is required. The slides and video recording will be sent to all registered participants following the presentation.
If you are new to estate planning, we recommend viewing our previous webinars on estate planning basics and probate before attending. While not required, both webinars provide a wealth of information and helpful background for this session.
-Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation Team
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This free webinar will be presented by Sarah Propst, an attorney with Galloway Law Group PLLC.
Monday, October 26, 2026
12:00-1:15pm
Online Zoom Presentation
REGISTER NOW!
This webinar is free, but registration is required. The slides and video recording will be sent to all registered participants following the presentation.
If you are new to estate planning, we recommend viewing our previous webinars on estate planning basics and probate before attending. While not required, both webinars provide a wealth of information and helpful background for this session.
-Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation Team
Celebrate Filipino American History Month at Ridgecrest Elementary next Thursday October 22, 2026
This event is open to all ages and offers a wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate Filipino American culture, history, and community.
Performances begin at 6:00pm, but you can arrive early for the Filipino food truck that will open at 5:30pm and be on-site throughout the evening!
All families are welcome, so please spread the word and join us!
City of Shoreline warns residents of invoice scam
The City of Shoreline is alerting community members to a recent scam in which individuals are receiving fraudulent emails that appear to come from the City’s Planning Commission. The emails claim that recipients have an outstanding invoice that they must pay by wire transfer. The emails and invoices are both fraudulent.
Please note: The City of Shoreline will never ask you to make payment by wire transfer. Permit payments are only accepted through our eTRAKiT Permit Portal; when you call us to make a payment by phone; or in person with a credit card or check.
We do not and will not call, email, or text you and ask for confidential personal or financial information.
Scammers are using publicly available information and AI‑generated content to create convincing documents that resemble official City correspondence. This type of scam is occurring across the country.
Scammers are targeting community members who submit public comments to the Planning Commission. There is no charge, ever, for submitting public comments to the Planning Commission.
If you receive an invoice or communication that does not seem right or raises questions, please do not make any payment. Instead, contact the City of Shoreline Planning and Community Development Department directly to verify the information.
The City is actively monitoring the situation and encourages residents to stay vigilant.
For verification or more information, please contact the Planning and Community Development Department at pcd@shorelinewa.gov or 206-801-2500.
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Vote Early / No Kings at three locations on Aurora Saturday October 17, 2026
Everyday Activists and Indivisible Shoreline WA are joining together to host sign-waving and information events at three locations in Shoreline on Saturday, October 17, 10:30am to 12pm, on Aurora Avenue North (Hwy 99) at the intersections of
- N 155th St
- N 175th St
- N 205th St (the Shoreline-Edmonds line)
Portion of 68th NE to be closed for nighttime boring for Stride 3 construction
Starting Monday, October 19, 2026 Sound Transit will close southbound 68th Ave NE between SR 522 (NE Bothell Way) and NE 175th Street for nighttime boring across the road.
Crews will work from 8pm to 5am Monday through Thursday. This work will be done at night, as daytime work hours are not long enough to set up and complete the work.
One northbound 68th Ave NE traffic lane will remain open during this work. Traffic configurations will change during work hours, but traffic flow will remain the same. Pay attention to all detour signage. See map for road closure and detour routes.
This work is necessary for utility work at the westbound 68th Ave NE station. Utility and road improvements are key to ensuring the Stride S3 buses can quickly and efficiently move through the route.
This work is necessary for utility work at the westbound 68th Ave NE station. Utility and road improvements are key to ensuring the Stride S3 buses can quickly and efficiently move through the route.
This work will allow Sound Transit to deliver fast, frequent, and reliable rapid transit service along S3. For more information on Stride S3 bus service, visit the Stride webpage.
In the Garden Now: Japanese Bananas
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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| Japanese Bananas |
Story & Photo by Victoria Gilleland
Our Japanese Banana plants are particularly lush this year. The tallest leaves reach 16' from ground level.
Musa bajoo, this hardy fiber banana, is very happy living in the Pacific Northwest! Their tropical aesthetic adds another dimension to this northwest garden.
HomeTechHacker: AI Scams Are Getting Better: Here's How to Protect Yourself
Unfortunately, scammers are taking advantage of the same technology.
While AI has made scams more convincing, it hasn't changed the best ways to protect yourself.
The biggest difference is that many scams no longer contain the obvious warning signs they once did.
For years, phishing emails were often easy to spot because they were full of spelling mistakes and awkward grammar.
For years, phishing emails were often easy to spot because they were full of spelling mistakes and awkward grammar.
Today, AI can write polished, professional-looking emails in seconds. I've received messages claiming I needed to re-authenticate an account or verify information for services I actually use. At first glance, they looked legitimate.
What has protected me is slowing down. Instead of clicking the link in the email, I open my browser and sign in to the account directly. If there's really a problem, I'll see a notification after logging in. If there isn't, I know the email was a scam.
The same advice applies to text messages. Never assume a message is legitimate simply because it looks professional.
Voice cloning is another growing concern. AI can now generate voices that sound remarkably similar to real people. Imagine getting a phone call that sounds like your child or grandchild asking for money because of an emergency.
What has protected me is slowing down. Instead of clicking the link in the email, I open my browser and sign in to the account directly. If there's really a problem, I'll see a notification after logging in. If there isn't, I know the email was a scam.
The same advice applies to text messages. Never assume a message is legitimate simply because it looks professional.
Voice cloning is another growing concern. AI can now generate voices that sound remarkably similar to real people. Imagine getting a phone call that sounds like your child or grandchild asking for money because of an emergency.
Before you act, take a moment to verify the situation by either calling them directly or reaching out to another family member.
Another area to watch is fake customer support. Scammers can now create convincing emails, websites, and chat conversations that appear to come from well-known companies. If you need technical support, visit the company's official website or use a phone number you already know is legitimate instead of one provided in an unexpected message.
Fortunately, protecting yourself still comes down to a few simple habits.
I explore these topics in more detail in my book, The Personal Cybersecurity Manual, because technology will continue to change, but the fundamentals of staying safe online remain remarkably consistent.
AI is making scams more believable, but it doesn't have to make you more vulnerable. A healthy dose of skepticism, a willingness to slow down, and a few good security habits remain some of the best defenses you have.
Marlon Buchanan is a best-selling author, technology educator, and founder of HomeTechHacker.com, where he helps people make technology simpler, safer, and more useful in everyday life.
If you have questions or comments about this article, you can contact Marlon through his website or X (Twitter).
See Marlon's previous articles here
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Another area to watch is fake customer support. Scammers can now create convincing emails, websites, and chat conversations that appear to come from well-known companies. If you need technical support, visit the company's official website or use a phone number you already know is legitimate instead of one provided in an unexpected message.
Fortunately, protecting yourself still comes down to a few simple habits.
- Slow down before responding to unexpected emails, texts, or phone calls.
- Never trust messages that create a sense of urgency or pressure you to act immediately. Scammers want you to react before you have time to think.
- Use unique passwords for every account and store them in a password manager. If one account is compromised, your other accounts remain protected.
- Finally, enable multi-factor authentication whenever it's available. Even if someone learns your password, they'll have a much harder time accessing your account.
I explore these topics in more detail in my book, The Personal Cybersecurity Manual, because technology will continue to change, but the fundamentals of staying safe online remain remarkably consistent.
AI is making scams more believable, but it doesn't have to make you more vulnerable. A healthy dose of skepticism, a willingness to slow down, and a few good security habits remain some of the best defenses you have.
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| Marlon Buchanan |
If you have questions or comments about this article, you can contact Marlon through his website or X (Twitter).
See Marlon's previous articles here
Attorneys general advocate for internet for schools and libraries as FCC considers cuts
Washington led a coalition of 23 attorneys general in filing a comment letter with the Federal Communications Commission today advocating that they maintain the E-Rate program, which provides over $3 billion a year to discount the cost of internet expenses for schools and libraries across the country.
Washington received more than $40 million through the E-Rate program this year.
In Washington, 218 out of 295 public schools rely on E-Rate funding to set up and maintain high-speed internet access.
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In Washington, 218 out of 295 public schools rely on E-Rate funding to set up and maintain high-speed internet access.
Internet access doesn’t just help students and teachers access educational materials like curriculum, lesson plans, and software. Schools also need the internet for building security, HVAC, food services, and other operations.
For some school districts, E-Rate represents 90% of their funding for broadband connectivity. If the FCC eliminates, or even diminishes, E-Rate support, it could reduce internet access and lead to cuts in local schools. Such an action would also likely violate federal law as the program was established by Congress.
Candidate forums for 32nd Legislative District candidates October 17, 18, and online
All positions in the 32nd District are on the November ballot, which will be arriving this week.
- State Senate: Cindy Ryu and Jesse Salomon
- House Position 1: Keith Scully and Danica Noble
- House Position 2: Lauren Davis and Imraan Siddiqi
Sunday October 18, 2026 2-4pm all six candidates have confirmed. It is being held at the Innis Arden Clubhouse, 1430 NW 188th St, Shoreline, WA 98177. Space is limited so it is important to register
Saturday, October 17, 2026 4pm, candidates for House Position 1 will be at the Edmonds Library ,650 Main St, Edmonds, WA 98020. Limited parking.
League of Women Voters Snohomish County held a series of candidate forum online which were recorded and are available to view.
- State Senate: recording available here - audio recording
- Position 1: recording available here - audio recording
- Position 2: recording is available here - video recording
Added recording for Position 1
Coming home to the Ching Garden
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| The Ching Garden today |
By Pamela Ching-Bunge and Kathleen Lumiere
For years after her parents’ home on Greenwood Avenue North was sold, Pamela Ching-Bunge avoided the street, though she lived close by. “It was too painful to witness the destruction of my parents’ dream,” she said. Then, in 2020, came a phone call describing another dream of a community garden to honor Asian Americans on the site. “At first, I was in disbelief, then elated with tears.”
On Saturday, October 3, 2026 the Ching Garden at 16034 Greenwood Avenue North opened to the public, and Pam stood on a stump in her parents’ old yard and told their story to more than a hundred people.
Joe and Jennie Ching were both born and raised in Hawai’i. Joe, a Chinese American, enlisted the day after Pearl Harbor and learned to cook in the Army. Jennie, a Japanese American and a U.S. citizen, spent the war incarcerated in the Arizona desert. They married after the war and came to Seattle, where Joe became the first executive chef at Canlis.
In 1957 they found the house they wanted in Shoreline and learned that the color of their skin disqualified them from a federal mortgage. Joe’s employer, Peter Canlis, bought the property and sold it to them, on the condition that the neighbors on both sides agreed to an Asian family next door.
The Chings’ answer was a luau. Everyone was invited, and more than the invitees came. There were hula dancers and musicians, and a kalua pig roasted in a pit dug in the yard. “I can still hear my dad say, Eat! Eat! Eat!”
The Chings’ answer was a luau. Everyone was invited, and more than the invitees came. There were hula dancers and musicians, and a kalua pig roasted in a pit dug in the yard. “I can still hear my dad say, Eat! Eat! Eat!”
Pam told the crowd. “My parents didn’t consider themselves to be activists fighting inequality and discrimination. They took the gentler path to achieve change: open your hearts and home, and share generously.”
The land itself went from garbage dump to baseball field to the garden that Ed Hume featured on Gardening in America. Pam remembers being eight years old and clearing the hardpacked lot.
The land itself went from garbage dump to baseball field to the garden that Ed Hume featured on Gardening in America. Pam remembers being eight years old and clearing the hardpacked lot.
“Endless weeks of pitching rocks into buckets. My dream then was, if I could only get one penny for every rock I pitched.”
Joe grew vegetables for the family and for anyone who stopped by, and experimented with organic methods long before they were popular. Jennie grew flowers for ikebana. Joe died in 2005. Jennie stayed until 2013, when the property was sold to developers and the blackberries moved in.
Pam closed with what she imagines her parents would say today. “Be generous and share the bounty with all.” “Don’t wait for change to come to you. Make your own path.” And, “Don’t forget Dad’s favorite fertilizer, buckets of smelly liquid fish fertilizer.”
Pam closed with what she imagines her parents would say today. “Be generous and share the bounty with all.” “Don’t wait for change to come to you. Make your own path.” And, “Don’t forget Dad’s favorite fertilizer, buckets of smelly liquid fish fertilizer.”
Then she said what the garden has become for her. “Nowadays, I love coming home to work in the garden, feeling and watching the garden come back to life, remembering my parents’ advice, and meeting truly wonderful people.”
Kathleen Lumiere, who first proposed the garden in a Shoreline Area News editorial, welcomed the crowd. She asked everyone who had ever pulled a blackberry, hauled a tarp, reviewed a grant application, or pushed a wheelbarrow to raise a hand, and then asked everyone else to look around at the people who built this garden.
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| Kathleen Lumiere welcomed the crowd |
Kathleen Lumiere, who first proposed the garden in a Shoreline Area News editorial, welcomed the crowd. She asked everyone who had ever pulled a blackberry, hauled a tarp, reviewed a grant application, or pushed a wheelbarrow to raise a hand, and then asked everyone else to look around at the people who built this garden.
Sean Catanese, a Diggin’ Shoreline board member, told how a public radio story about the garden brought him to his first work party. He came, he said, to work beside his daughter, who planted the squash in the giving garden. “This garden is thriving,” he said, “because ordinary people chose to care.”
In December 2023 the GROW land trust, responsible for most of the P-Patches in the Seattle area, became the owner.
Saturday was a celebration for the community as much as an opening, and Diggin’ Shoreline’s board and volunteers put the day together. In addition to tours and squash harvesting, children had activities of their own beside the hügelkultur troughs, where this summer’s pak choi, mizuna, and komatsuna went to the Shoreline Share Pantry. People left with squash and cover crop seeds, and packets of dried apples and Asian pears.
Past neighbors brought stories. A man who grew up a few houses down described the long open lots where the neighborhood children gathered to play, which explains the baseballs and marbles that volunteers keep turning up when they dig. A high school friend of Pam’s recognized the Desert King fig; the start for it came from her family’s tree in Seward Park some sixty years ago.
The Ching Garden is an Asian American heritage garden and a food forest, and it will be a work in progress for years. Visitors on Saturday admired the Serenity Garden corner, the first of the quiet vignettes planned throughout. The upper garden, where the house once stood, accessible paths, and permanent signage about history, culture, and plants will come in later phases as grants and donations allow.
The garden, located at 16034 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, is open every day during daylight hours. The new plantings are small, so please stay on the wood-chipped paths, and expect some areas to be fenced off for construction. For large events, people are welcome to park in the Shoreline College Visitor Parking lot a block to the west.
Work parties meet Saturday mornings, and both beginners and experienced gardeners are welcome! Tools are provided; bring gloves and wear sturdy shoes. Sign up here
Diggin’ Shoreline accepts donations for the garden at digginshoreline.org
Like the Chings, we welcome you to the garden!
The purchase took three years. King County Conservation Futures funded it over three grant cycles, with steady support from County Councilmember Rod Dembowski, and when the appraisal came in above what the grants covered, the Canlis family provided a bridge loan, as Peter Canlis had once stepped in for the Chings.
Diggin’ Shoreline, an all-volunteer Shoreline nonprofit, took on developing and tending the garden and began Saturday work parties in January 2024. More than 250 people have since tended every square foot of it under the guidance of horticulturist Derek Fowler.
Grants from the King Conservation District, the City of Shoreline, and the Northwest Horticultural Society, together with plants and support from King County Parks, Sky Nursery, and other nurseries, have funded and furnished the past year’s work. Shoreline College provides parking and partnership.
Students from Lakeside’s LEEP summer program have come every year, and a volunteer crew from Heritage Bank planted the Heritage Bed. Since March, nearly 300 trees and plants have gone in beside the Chings’ heirloom apples, Asian pears, figs, grapes, and persimmons.
Saturday was a celebration for the community as much as an opening, and Diggin’ Shoreline’s board and volunteers put the day together. In addition to tours and squash harvesting, children had activities of their own beside the hügelkultur troughs, where this summer’s pak choi, mizuna, and komatsuna went to the Shoreline Share Pantry. People left with squash and cover crop seeds, and packets of dried apples and Asian pears.
Past neighbors brought stories. A man who grew up a few houses down described the long open lots where the neighborhood children gathered to play, which explains the baseballs and marbles that volunteers keep turning up when they dig. A high school friend of Pam’s recognized the Desert King fig; the start for it came from her family’s tree in Seward Park some sixty years ago.
The Ching Garden is an Asian American heritage garden and a food forest, and it will be a work in progress for years. Visitors on Saturday admired the Serenity Garden corner, the first of the quiet vignettes planned throughout. The upper garden, where the house once stood, accessible paths, and permanent signage about history, culture, and plants will come in later phases as grants and donations allow.
The garden, located at 16034 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, is open every day during daylight hours. The new plantings are small, so please stay on the wood-chipped paths, and expect some areas to be fenced off for construction. For large events, people are welcome to park in the Shoreline College Visitor Parking lot a block to the west.
Work parties meet Saturday mornings, and both beginners and experienced gardeners are welcome! Tools are provided; bring gloves and wear sturdy shoes. Sign up here
Diggin’ Shoreline accepts donations for the garden at digginshoreline.org
Like the Chings, we welcome you to the garden!
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