Shoreline Area News

Everyone can make their voice heard (or seen) at Sunday sign-waving

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Photo by Pam Cross

Freedom of speech is one of the great protections we enjoy so there was room at last weekend's "Social Justice Sundays" sign-waving for those protesting presidential corruption, ICE detentions, racism, and the gentleman dragging a large wooden cross.

Photo by Pam Cross

He didn't stay long, but the 50 area residents who gathered for peaceful protest at the Shoreline-Edmonds line Fourth of July weekend were undeterred from standing up for the people, principles, and programs important to them which are under assault to fund tax cuts for billionaires and worse.

Sign-waving continues every Sunday in July (7/12, 7/19, and 7/26) at the intersection of Aurora Avenue North and N 205th St, 1-2pm.

Photo by Pam Cross

Bring a sign or just yourself (some will be available to borrow). If it's hot, don't forget water and sunscreen!

Non-perishable food and toiletry donations will be accepted for donation to a local charitable organization. Join the community in standing up for yourself, your loved ones, and others.

--Pamela Mieth

Never Grow Up - Science Fun with Marlin Martin

Never Grow Up - Science Fun with Marlin

Join Marlin Martin, retired physics/chemistry teacher for an hour of timeless hands-on science experiments like a garden pinwheel made from recycled materials.

Bring your grandkids or just bring your friends and be kids again!

WHEN: Friday, July 10, 2026 - 11:15 - 12:15
COST: Free
LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center (206) 365 1536

Shoreline Walks - Shoreline Community College & Highland Terrace Walk July 18, 2026

SHORELINE WALKS FREE COMMUNITY WALKS

Explore neighborhoods, parks and trails on some of the best walking routes in our City. Designed for adults ages 50+ but open to all ages and abilities, each walk is led by a Volunteer Walk Leader and all walks are free.

No need to sign up, just show up at the meetup location and we'll take care of the rest!

Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome to join.

A full list of walks here

UPCOMING WALK

Saturday, July 18, 2026 – 10:00am
Shoreline Community College & Highland Terrace Walk – Free, Sat. 7/18 @ 10am
Meetup Location: Visitor parking lot at the main entrance to Shoreline Community College, off NW Innis Arden Way
Walk Difficulty Rating: Moderate. 3.2 miles / 2 hours; some rough trails.
Walk Leader: Susan

We'll begin at 10am sharp. The walk begins halfway around the Shoreline Community College towards a portion of the Forest Loop Trail, and exiting back to the college. Exit the college out onto N Greenwood Dr to Dayton Ave N for a walk through the Highland Terrace neighborhood to loop back to the starting point.

Work parties at Boeing Creek Open Space in July and August

Boeing Creek Open Space
Intersection of 6th Ave NW and NW 175th

Forest Stewards are holding a series of work parties this summer for the Boeing Creek Open Space, located just north of Boeing Creek Park.

All hands are invited to come and help us begin the process of transformation from an untended young forest area to an ecologically rich habitat for local, native species of all types.

Volunteers will help remove invasive ivy and blackberries at the entrance and along a small field.

No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm! Training and tools will be provided. Please wear weather and work-appropriate clothing. Bring a water bottle and any snacks you’d like for the afternoon.

We’ll meet at the northwest corner of the intersection – just inside the dog field area.

RSVP online:

Questions? Email boeingcreek.openspace@gmail.com

Visit the Green Shoreline partnership page for more information.

Harborview treats 86 people with fireworks-caused injuries from the past week

As of 11am Monday, July 6, 2026, clinicians at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle have treated a total of 86 people with fireworks-caused injuries incurred in the past week.

This represents a 65% increase from last year, when Harborview treated 52 such injuries around Independence Day.

Tim Fredrickson, the hospital’s associate chief nursing officer, characterized the injuries:

32 involve hands
15 involve eyes
13 involve other body areas (e.g., head, legs, abdomen)
26 involve multiple body areas

“This is a troubling increase,” Fredrickson said.

“More importantly, these are all individuals whose holiday ended in the emergency department instead of with family and friends. Many of the injuries are severe, including burns, hand and eye trauma that may carry lifelong consequences.

"Most were preventable.”

Harborview is the only designated Level I adult and pediatric trauma center in Washington, and serves as the regional trauma and burn center for Alaska, Idaho and Montana.

Create personal framed keepsakes of your beloved pet or favorite animal

Get creative this month with Shoreline College Continuing Education!

Create your loved pet in glass mosaic tiles in this workshop on Saturday, July 11, 2026

This class offers a comprehensive introduction to mosaic techniques, guiding students through the process of creating their own unique mosaic pieces. In this workshop, you will take home a personal pet portrait, framed, and ready to display!

The course is scheduled for Saturday 10-3pm and Sunday from 10-12pm is offered if you need more time to finish. For students 14+ years old and adults of all ages, from beginners to advanced. All supplies included.

Date: 7/11 (and 7/12 if necessary)
Time: 10-3 pm (10-12 pm Sunday if you need more time)
$ 129 Frame and all supplies included.
Room: 2905, #2900 Building on campus
Instructor: Aleksandra Nadbitova
Register here

Art Exploration: Drawing & Painting your Pet!

Enjoy drawing your special pet or favorite animal in this unique workshop at Shoreline College. Noted portrait artist Renee Plevy will take you through the steps to create a life like portrait. We will go through anatomy, perspective, how to use the pencils professionally, and the 2 most common mistakes everyone makes when drawing their pets.

You will go home with a beautiful portrait of your pet or favorite animal. Perfect for gifts and to frame for your home. This class is designed to be fun and rewarding for students 14+ years old and adults of all ages! Beginners to advanced students are welcome. Supply list provided upon registration.

Dates: Saturday 7/18
Times: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Fee: $65.00
Building: 1500 Building, room #1515
Instructor: Renee Plevy
Register here

Shoreline College 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98155

Hopelink Mobile Market today July 7, 2026 from 1-2pm at Shoreline College

Hopelink returns to Shoreline College this Tuesday, July 7, 2026 from 1:00 - 2:00pm for another Mobile Market visit!

All are welcome to come collect no-cost food items as needed. Open to students, staff, and the whole Shoreline community.

No appointments needed but registration appreciated. Please bring your own bags.

Hopelink's Mobile Market is on campus every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

Next visits

July 7
July 21
Aug 4, 2026

16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Author Christina Dodd at Third Place Books July 17, 2026 with Julia Quinn

Third Place Books welcomes author Christina Dodd to our Lake Forest Park location for a conversation about her Shakespeare-inspired Daughter of Montague series, which follows the intrepid Rosie Montague, daughter of the Romeo and Juliet, as she investigates murders most foul.

In the third book, Teach the Torches to Burn, Rosie must get to the bottom of a string of suspicious deaths at her own wedding...before her tale takes a turn for the tragic. Julia Quinn, author of the Bridgerton series, joins in conversation.

This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book!

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Christina Dodd is a New York Times bestselling author whose suspense, paranormal, historical, and mystery novels have been translated into 30 languages and sold more than 15 million copies in print. Praised for her “brilliantly etched characters, polished writing, and unexpected flashes of sharp humor that are pure Dodd” (Booklist), her award-winning books have landed on numerous Best of the Year lists and, much to her mother's delight, Dodd was once a clue in the Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle.

She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest, where her 700 lavender plants share the yard with her husband’s various “Big Projects,” including a treehouse, zipline, and their very own Stonehenge. Enter Christina’s worlds and join her mailing list for humor, book news and entertainment (yes, she’s the proud author with the infamous three-armed cover) at ChristinaDodd.com.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn loves to dispel the myth that smart women don’t read (or write) romance, and if you watch reruns of the game show The Weakest Link you might just catch her winning the $79,000 jackpot. On December 25, 2020, Netflix premiered Bridgerton, based on her popular series of novels about the Bridgerton family.

Quinn is the author of almost 40 books — all romance, mostly novels (some novellas, a graphic novel, and a few that defy easy labelling; please peruse her bookshelf). When not writing, she spends much of her time advocating for causes she strongly believes in. A graduate of Harvard & Radcliffe Colleges, she lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family.

Want a signed edition of the featured book, but can't make it to the event? Order through our website or over the phone, and write your request for a signature or personalization in the comments field at checkout. Please call the hosting store if you're placing your order within 24 hours of the event.

July 14, 2026 at 7pm

Lake Forest Park Third Place Books

Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE

Annual STP bike ride expected to bring 6,000 bicyclists to western Washington roads July 11-12, 2026

Photo courtesy Cascade Bicycle Club

On Saturday, July 11, and Sunday, July 12, 2026 roughly 6,000 bicyclists will ride western Washington’s state highways and local roads on both days for the 2026 Seattle To Portland Bicycle Classic event (STP).

The Washington State Department of Transportation asks motorists to observe the rules of the road for safe driving around people on bikes and to prepare for travel delays during the popular recreational ride.

Bicyclists should also be aware of their responsibility to follow Washington’s bicycle rules of the road and traffic laws. The STP organizer, the Cascade Bicycle Club, distributes a free pocket guide about state bike laws. To request a copy of the guide, email info@cascade.org.

The Washington portion of the STP route follows state highways and local roads in these areas:

State Route 513 – University of Washington Montlake Boulevard parking lot to Northeast Pacific Place.
City of Seattle – Boyer Avenue to Lake Washington Boulevard to Seward Park and Rainer avenues.

For more STP event information, visit the Cascade Bicycle Club STP page, which includes a route map and overall event details or email info@cascade.org.

Registration is closed for the event, which has maxed out at 6,000 participants.

Providence at Home with Compassus offers Hospice Volunteer Training in October 2026

Hospice offers volunteers a chance to enhance a terminally ill patient’s life while enriching their own. They also provide much-needed support to families and caregivers.

Volunteers visit with patients, provide respite to caregivers, assist with errands, extend a loving presence, play games, or record life stories – to name just a few ways they serve.

We offer a hybrid training model which provides information about hospice philosophy and end-of-life education. Our training incorporates about 11 hours of self-paced online modules with a one day in-person training. The online modules must be done before attending the in-person training which is held at our administrative offices in Tukwila.

While the training will be held in Tukwila, volunteers are encouraged to serve in the geographic locations that make sense for them. Our agency serves all of King and Pierce Counties. We need volunteers in all parts of our service area.

All roles support our core values of compassion, integrity, excellence, teamwork, and innovation. Our team helps volunteers discover their strengths and guide them toward their best role.

Accepting applications: Puget Sound Volunteer Application

If you have any questions about hospice or our volunteer program, please call us at 206-299-6040 or email PugetSoundVolunteers@Compassus.com.

Connect to Nature for Health & Wellness through Forest Bathing

Monday, July 6, 2026

Feeling overwhelmed? Burnt out from chronic reactivity and doing-doing-doing?

The Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is the simple and therapeutic act of spending time in a forest. This practice was developed in Japan during the 1980s and has become a cornerstone of preventive health care and healing in Japanese medicine.

Studies have shown that time in nature is an antidote for stress and anxiety: lower blood pressure and stress hormone levels, reduce nervous system arousal, enhance immune system function, increase self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and improve mood.

This guided immersion experience moves us slowly through the park, offering a series of sensory invitations to simply be, in the moment. 16+

Dates: Saturday 7/18
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $45.00
Location: Boeing Creek Park
Instructor: Mileva Huljev

June 2026 Shoreline Market Overview

June brought a modest uptick in activity, with 39 homes closing compared to 38 in May, though sales remain 13% below June 2025's 45 transactions.

Year to date, 222 homes have sold, compared to 204 through the same period last year, an 8.8% increase that suggests the market is running ahead of last year's cumulative pace despite softer individual months.

The same economic headwinds that dampened May's spring activity, including elevated mortgage rates following the Iran conflict, rising gas prices, and growing inflation pressure, continued to weigh on buyer behavior in June.

Pricing Trends
The median sale price rose to $825,000 in June, up from $777,500 last month, a solid recovery month over month, though still 6.3% below June 2025's $880,000.

Year to date, the median stands at $800,000, compared to $850,000 through the same period last year, reflecting the ongoing gap in pricing relative to 2025 levels.

Price per square foot came in at $539, down slightly from May's $550 but up 7% year over year from June 2025's $504 and above the year-to-date average of $525.

Compared to the first half of 2025's $535, the current YTD figure of $525 is only modestly lower, suggesting per-square-foot values are holding up reasonably well despite softer median prices.

Days on Market
Homes sold in an average of 15 days in June, a sharp improvement from 22 days last month and below June 2025's 18-day average.

This is one of the stronger signals in this month's report. The year-to-date average of 28 days remains slightly above last year's 26-day pace, but June's figure suggests well-priced homes are moving quickly when buyers do engage.

Negotiation Trends
The sold-to-list price ratio rose to 101.97% in June, up from 101.23% in May and above June 2025's 100.91%. This indicates that competitive offers returned in June, with buyers willing to bid above asking on desirable properties.

Year to date, the ratio stands at 101.03%, compared to 102.72% through the same period in 2025, showing that while negotiation dynamics have normalized from last year's highly competitive environment, June's data points to renewed buyer urgency for well-positioned homes.

June Summary
June delivered some genuinely encouraging data points. Homes sold faster than a year ago, the sold-to-list ratio exceeded last June's figure, and price per square foot is running above 2025 levels year over year. These signals suggest that motivated buyers are still competing for the right homes.

The persistent gaps in median price and overall sales volume compared to last year reflect the broader economic environment rather than a lack of demand at the right price point. Sellers who price accurately and present well are seeing strong, competitive results.

Lella Norberg is a long-time Shoreline resident and a Managing Broker with Windermere Real Estate Shoreline. Feel free to reach out anytime with questions about Shoreline’s real estate market or your home’s value - always happy to help!

Managing Broker / Premier Properties Director
WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE SHORELINE
206.351.4749
LellaNorberg.com

For The Birds: What’s Your Name, Little Bird?

By Christine Southwick

You have a bird on the ground in your yard that doesn’t look like the birds you know.

From March thru July-August in this area birds are raising babies, usually 1-4 broods of 2-5 each.

Juvenile American Robin with breast spots
Photo by Craig Kerns

Fledgling birds have just left their nests and often don’t look like their parents.

Chickadees, nuthatches, and brown treecreepers look like their parents, except that the young are fresh looking, while the harried parents look bedraggled.

Downy and Hairy Woodpeckers have temporary red spots on the top of their heads, presumably to help the parents locate them in multi-nested snags. Pileated Woodpeckers have orangish-pink top knots that don’t change until the next spring. So unidentified birds are probably not one of these.

Tree nesting birds seem to be a mixed bag; American Robins are speckled. Golden-crowned Kinglets look like their parents, but with brilliant gapes. Gapes are the swollen mouth lining, which become adult coloring as they mature.

Ground birds seem to have camouflage, while cavity nesters mostly look like their parents.

Juvenile junco showing pink feet, stripy heady and white outer-edge tail feathers.
Photo by Craig Kerns

So how to identify these mystery birds?

First, where do you usually see it? On the ground or a deck? In shrubs? High up in trees?

*FOUR CLUES FOR IDENTIFICATION *

HOW BIG IS THE BIRD, WHAT IS SHAPE OF BILL?

Oregon Juncos have a smallish pink bill (and legs); Spotted Towhees look like a large sparrow and have a large dark bill.

COLOR PATTERN:

Color is often different in juveniles, but there may be some clues:

Stripy Oregon Juncos (our sub-species of Dark-eyed Juncos) Look for the white outer tail feathers as they fly.

Stripy birds will start changing their body feathers in July- August into adult plumage depending on when they fledged.

Spotted Towhee less than two weeks after fledging, note dark large bill
Photo by Christine Southwick

HABITAT:

Juncos are mostly on the ground and come out openly under feeders.

Spotted Towhees start out stripy, looking like large dark Song Sparrows. They have large dark bills, skulk around on the ground, under bushes, and often do a two-footed backward hop searching for seeds and bugs. About three weeks after fledging they start having rufus sides, and by the end of September they look mostly like adults.

Song Sparrows also look different, but there is such a variation in Song Sparrows they are usually overlooked as “little brown jobbies” anyway. If you see a stripy sparrow flying “bottom heavy” because it hasn’t grown its tail feathers yet, it is probably a juvie Song Sparrow!

Golden-crowned Kinglet with gape and yellow feet
Photo by Craig Kerns

BEHAVIOR:

Does it flick its wings or tail repeatedly? Is it moving from branch to branch constantly? Does it have yellow feet? It may have a yellow gape. That’s a young Golden-crowned Kinglet.

Hope that helps! Keep watching the birds, and remember that many birds are still nesting—don’t clean up all the nesting places of weeds and leaves, yet…

Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Monday is USA world cup game

The USA men's soccer team has advanced to the round of 16 and will play Belgium on Monday July 6, 2026 in Seattle at "Seattle (Lumen) Field". The game begins at 5pm Pacific time.

All the games are televised; plus there are a dozen watch parties. There are a few tickets left in every section of the stadium, with prices ranging from $1700 to $2500 each.

Shoreline band to play at Halcyon Brewing July 11 and 25, 2026

Hokum Creak, a Shoreline-based band, will play two July dates at the Halcyon Brewing Company, 8564 Greenwood Ave N in Seattle.

Hokum Creak is hard to describe, as they play a fun and varied mix of "Rockin, Country-esque, Bluegrassy Americana.”

Any set is likely to include everything from Chuck Berry to classic bluegrass and country to the Grateful Dead to the Beatles, Gordon Lightfoot and The Allman Brothers.

Hokum Creak band members

Halcyon Brewing has a large outdoor performance and dining space, as well as indoor space if the weather doesn’t cooperate, and an excellent and varied food menu…and lots of great beers.

Band: Hokum Creak
Dates: Saturday, July 11 and Saturday, July 25
Place: Halcyon Brewing Co., 8564 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle
Time: 3:00 to 7:00 pm
Music sampler here: HokumCreak.com
Email: HokumCreak@gmail.com

Wesco announces All-Conference baseball teams

Daniel Morgan
Photo by Chris Stuvek

Wesco has just announced its all-conference baseball teams.

Wesco 3A/2A South

MVP

Kanata Barber, Shorewood, INF

First team

Kanata Barber, Shorewood, INF
David Telling, Shorecrest, INF
Oli Verdoes, Shorecrest, P
Danny Morgan, Shorewood, UTIL

Second Team

Elyas Rojas, Shorecrest, OF
Lorenzo Jaramillo, Shorewood, OF
Lukas Wanke, Shorewood, OF
Danny Morgan, Shorewood, C
Lukas Wanke, Shorewood, P

Honorable mention

Max Rojas, Shorewood
Reid Oliveto, Shorewood
Finn Bachler, Shorewood
Jackson Schultz, Shorecrest
Koen Ekstrom, Shorecrest

Rojas Diamonds: Three Cousins Love The Game, To The Next Level

Rojas Diamonds: The Rojas Cousins - Trey Elyas, Max

Story and Photos by Zacharias Dumas

“Show him who the better Rojas is!”

The shout echoed from the Shorecrest dugout as Elyas Rojas stepped into the batter’s box, eyes locked on the mound. Staring back at him was his cousin, Max Rojas, gripping the baseball with intent. For a moment, the crowd saw a typical Shoreline rivalry matchup between Shorecrest and Shorewood. But for those who knew the backstory, this was something deeper — family turned competition.

This marked the first meeting of the season between the two Wesco programs, but for Max and Elyas, it was just another chapter in a lifelong battle. From family BBQ’s filled with laughter and trash talk, the Rojas cousins have always competed. Once they step on the diamond though, the tone shifts.

They may be family — but they mean business.

Trey, Elyas, and Max Rojas

Elyas, Max, and Reynaldo “Trey” Rojas III are first cousins, all born and raised in the Greater Seattle area. Their fathers are brothers, and their bond has been shaped through years of shared experiences on and off the diamond. Within just six months of each other in age, the trio has grown up playing together — and against each other — throughout Little League and club ball.

“They raise the bar for each other,” said Elyas’ father, Gabriel Rojas. “If they can keep up with each other, they can beat most anyone.”

Now, each cousin has the dream of playing at the next level and each are carving out their own path at the varsity high school level.

“The Primos love the game on a personal level!” - Leonardo Rojas

Max Rojas

Max Rojas, a recent Shorewood High School graduate, has developed into a confident presence on the mound. Max spent the past five years training with Driveline Baseball in Kent — an experience that helped shape his identity as a pitcher but now is a current player for City Baseball.

Once a versatile player who logged time at nearly every position, Max recently made the transition to pitching full-time — and the results show.

“The primos love the game,” said his father, Leonardo Rojas.

“Max doesn’t wait to do things. He gets after it. Being around nothing but baseball at Driveline has allowed him to thrive.”

That confidence is evident every time he takes the mound.

“There can be bases loaded with one out, and Max believes he’s getting out of it,” Leonardo added.

“Sometimes I have to remind him to stay humble.”

Max' current senior year pitching stats are 14 innings pitched, 1.0 ERA, with one win, zero losses, and one save on 21 strikeouts and 11 of those K’s the batter was caught looking.

Max’s work ethic and mindset have earned him a commitment to Tacoma Community College, where he’ll continue his career at the next level.

They compete with each other and overall raise the bar for one another. - Gabriel Rojas

Elyas Rojas

Elyas Rojas

Across town, Elyas Rojas became a key piece for Shorecrest baseball, setting the tone as the Scots’ leadoff hitter. Known for his discipline and consistency, Elyas has turned preparation into production.

“He’s coachable, he loves to learn, and he puts in the work,” Gabriel said.

That work often comes in less-than-ideal conditions. On rainy Seattle nights, Elyas can be found under a hitting canopy, grinding through swings in the cold and dark.

His numbers reflect that dedication. Elyas is hitting .447 this season with a .540 on-base percentage and a .553 slugging percentage, collecting 17 hits and driving in four runs from the leadoff spot.

But for Elyas, the motivation runs deeper than stats.

“He’s a proud son of a second-generation father,” Gabriel said.

“He honors the sacrifices that came before him. His success is a continuation of that. His faith in Christ has translated into belief in his goals.”

Elyas recently committed to Yakima Valley College, where he’ll continue his baseball journey on the east side of the state — a meaningful connection to the Rojas family’s roots.

This summer Elyas will play for the Exact 1 All American team in Italy representing the U.S.A top high school baseball athletes. Fundraiser for trip expenses here.

“He Grew Up In A Baseball House” - Reynaldo Rojas

Reynaldo III “Trey” Rojas

Reynaldo III “Trey” Rojas

While Max and Elyas battle it out in Shoreline, their cousin Trey Rojas is making his own name in the Metro League at O’Dea High School.

Raised in a baseball-heavy household with three older siblings, Trey learned early what it meant to compete. By age nine, he was already traveling for tournaments and embracing the grind.

“He’s always been consistent with his work ethic,” said his father, Reynaldo Rojas.

“He wants to get to the field early, hit the cages, put in extra work before games.”

That commitment paid off in a defining moment.

“It was Mother’s Day when Trey hit his first home run with his former Rush club team,” Reynaldo recalled.

“After that, he realized hard work pays off. It became a ritual for him.”

Trey’s development accelerated during his time with Rush Baseball, where a growth spurt helped him tap into his physical potential. Now a member of the City Baseball 18U Showcase team, he continues to refine his craft while training with The Natural Ballplayer under Cordell Greene, gaining insight from former professional players.

His summer 2025 numbers tell the story: 54 innings pitched, just 7 earned runs, 49 strikeouts, and a dominant 0.896 ERA. He also threw three complete games across 10 starts.

Now a rising senior at O’Dea, Trey has already made an impact at the varsity level after earning a mid-season call-up. In limited action, he’s posted a 0.538 ERA with 10 strikeouts across 13 innings, helping stabilize a pitching staff searching for consistency.

While two of the cousins are already committed to playing at the next level, Trey’s recruitment is still developing. He was invited to the Seattle University camp this summer — another step toward continuing Rojas’ playing at the next level.

Family off the field. Rivals on it.
Trey, Elyas, Max

For the Rojas cousins, baseball has always been bigger than the game itself. It’s competition and hard work, representing the family, and legacy — all rolled into one.

And when they meet on the field, the stakes are simple:

Family off the field. Rivals on it.

3rd of July Mountlake Terrace fireworks party

Sunday, July 5, 2026

Photos by David Carlos

The City of Mountlake Terrace held their annual holiday party on Friday the 3rd of July with a fireworks show over Lake Ballinger.

Families were encouraged to bring blankets and sit on the grassy slope next to the lake to enjoy the show.

This guy carried 5 pizzas and a box of food for what must have been a mile. When I caught up to him, I offered to help. He said, "No thanks, I got it." There goes my chance to run away with a pizza. - DCarlos

Food trucks lined the street. Some families brought their own food; others ordered in!

Mini donuts with frosting and sprinkles!

The ice cream truck did a very brisk business. There was room for kids to run and play.

Booths featured community partners and businesses.

The always messy pie eating contest.

The street was closed so some came by bicycle. A lot of people parked at the transit center and walked to the park.

At 10pm the fireworks started and ended at 10:20pm with a huge explosion of multiple fireworks.

A professional pyrotechnics company prepared the show

And a good time was had by all!

--Diane Hettrick

North Helpline Block Party July 10, 2026

North Helpline Block Party

Come to our Lake City Food Bank on Friday July 10, 2026 from 12pm - 4pm to enjoy FREE FOOD and LIVE PERFORMANCES while celebrating our Lake City community!

When: Friday, July 10, 2026 12pm-4pm

Where: 12736 33rd Ave NE - Right outside of our Lake City location!

Who: This fun event is for our community: neighbors, kids, volunteers, and supporters are all welcome.

Oh, and did we mention that this party is TOTALLY FREE so spread the word, and come celebrate our community over a shared meal and shared laughter. The Block Party is in partnership with the Neighborhood Matching Fund.

Twelfth Night at Mathay-Ballinger Park July 9 - 19, 2026

Come see TWELFTH NIGHT at Mathay-Ballinger Park, 24100 78th Pl W, Edmonds, WA 98026

July 9 - July 19, 2026

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6:30pm
Sunday 2pm.

Bring a picnic, picnic blanket and short back chairs. Brought to you with support from The Hazel Miller Foundation, Edmonds Tourism Award, Walnut Street Coffee and Edmonds Bookshop. ALWAYS FREE.

Shoreline Slam returns for its Third Annual High School Tennis Tournament

Shoreline Slam

July 23–26, 2026

SHORELINE, WA — Following two successful years that have attracted more than 200 players from over 40 high schools throughout the Pacific Northwest, the Shorewood and Shorecrest High School tennis programs are excited to announce the return of the 2026 Shoreline Slam, presented by Tennis Center Sand Point.

The third annual tournament will take place Thursday, July 23 through Sunday, July 26, 2026, with matches hosted at Shorewood High School and Kellogg Middle School.

"In its third year, the Shoreline Slam has become a valuable summer opportunity for high school players from across Washington state to compete, grow, and connect," said Rob Mann, Shorecrest High School tennis coach.

"It continues to meet a real need in our community by providing meaningful match play during the offseason, and we’re grateful for the support that helps make it possible."

The tournament is open to high school players entering grades 9–12 in fall 2026, as well as 2026 high school graduates. Players may compete in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, with Gold, Silver, and Bronze divisions.

Whether you're preparing for the upcoming high school season or simply looking for great summer competition, the Shoreline Slam offers a fun, welcoming, and highly competitive environment for players of all levels.

Registration is open. The entry deadline is Friday, July 17, 2026, at 9:00pm PDT. Tournament draws will be posted on Tuesday, July 21.

Learn more and register here

Calling 911 on the 4th of July

Here's a handy graphic for when to call 911 AND when not to call.

Operators need the lines clear for all the people who are setting themselves on fire and blowing off fingers.

Pen and Ink Sketching (Introduction to Fruits & Nature) starts July 9, 2026

NEW CLASS! Pen and Ink Sketching (Introduction to Fruits & Nature)

Discover the joy of art through Pen and Ink Sketching.

In this beginner-friendly class, award-winning artist Shujing will guide you step-by-step to capture the beauty of fruits and nature using simple lines and shading techniques.

WHEN: Thursdays July 9 - Aug 13 from 9:30 - 11:30am
COST: Members $48 – Nonmembers $53
LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536

Whitman College Spring 2026 Grads List

WALLA WALLA, Wash. (June 30, 2026)

The following students received their Bachelor of Arts degrees from Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington, on Sunday, May 24, 2026:

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, MAJOR, HIGH SCHOOL, HONORS

Shoreline, Washington

Isabel Arcaris, Biology, Shorecrest High School, cum laude
Sofie Nyssen, Geology, Shorewood High School, magna cum laude
Lorelei Starr, Biology, Shorecrest High School, cum laude

Founded in 1882, Whitman College is a private, co-educational, residential liberal arts and sciences undergraduate college located in Walla Walla, Washington. The college is home to approximately 1,500 undergraduate students exploring more than 60 majors that lead to a Bachelor of Arts degree.

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