It's Happening at the Ching: Hügelkultur Bed Building Class, July 11, 2026
With the apple tree guild now thriving and the squashes in the central bed leaping, building a large hügelkultur garden bed is the next summer project.
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| Hügelkultur |
Join Maryn Wynne and Londa Jacques on July 11, 2026 from 9am - Noon for a hands-on class and discover how it's done.
With many hands contributing, the entire bed will be built start to finish in just three hours!
Hügelkultur is a permaculture gardening technique where woody debris such as logs, branches, and twigs that might otherwise be hauled off site are layered to create a planting mound.
Hügelkultur is a permaculture gardening technique where woody debris such as logs, branches, and twigs that might otherwise be hauled off site are layered to create a planting mound.
The mound is then covered with compost and topsoil. As the wood breaks down, it acts as a sponge, absorbing water. As it rots, a rich ecosystem is formed that requires less fertilizer and less water than a traditional raised bed.
The class is free, and families are welcome. Be sure to sign up here!.
The Ching Garden is located at 16034 Greenwood Ave N in Shoreline. When you arrive, park in the south visitor lot at Shoreline College and walk across the street. If you are being dropped off, your driver can temporarily pull into the driveway.
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The class is free, and families are welcome. Be sure to sign up here!.
The Ching Garden is located at 16034 Greenwood Ave N in Shoreline. When you arrive, park in the south visitor lot at Shoreline College and walk across the street. If you are being dropped off, your driver can temporarily pull into the driveway.
Councilmember Dembowski applauds Mayor Wilson and County Executive Zahilay for KCRHA announcement
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| King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski |
“Consistent with our joint call to wind down the KCRHA, we support Mayor Wilson and Executive Zahilay taking the first step by returning the bulk of the homeless service provider contracts to the City and the County.
"We stand ready to support their efforts and will work to ensure no interruption in services for our unhoused neighbors in need.
“While this is not a complete dissolution of the Regional Homelessness Authority that we may have called for, it is a major step in the right direction.
“We look forward to hearing more from the Mayor and the Executive on next steps and how the City and the County will continue to partner with stakeholders County-wide.
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“While this is not a complete dissolution of the Regional Homelessness Authority that we may have called for, it is a major step in the right direction.
“This is a much-needed reset of how we manage our homelessness response. As recent reports have shown, the County’s unsheltered population continues to grow. We must now turn our efforts to assessing what changes are needed to make our response more effective.
"All options should be on the table. We can and must do better. Hard decisions lie ahead if we are serious about changing the trend lines on this challenge. We stand ready to make them.
“We look forward to hearing more from the Mayor and the Executive on next steps and how the City and the County will continue to partner with stakeholders County-wide.
"We believe today’s announcement is an important step in the right direction to ensure we are meeting the needs of those who are living unsheltered, while also ensuring accountability for our tax dollars.”
Jobs: WSDOT Transportation Technician 3 (In-Training)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$50,450 – $93,227 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Transportation Technician 3 to support the delivery of highway construction projects through materials testing, construction inspection, and contract administration activities. In this role, you will perform and document materials testing, evaluate test results, and assist with ensuring construction work complies with contract plans, specifications, and environmental commitments. This position plays a key role in verifying the quality of transportation infrastructure and supporting the successful delivery of projects that serve Washington's communities. The work performed helps ensure transportation facilities are constructed safely, accurately, and in accordance with established standards.
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
$50,450 – $93,227 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Transportation Technician 3 to support the delivery of highway construction projects through materials testing, construction inspection, and contract administration activities. In this role, you will perform and document materials testing, evaluate test results, and assist with ensuring construction work complies with contract plans, specifications, and environmental commitments. This position plays a key role in verifying the quality of transportation infrastructure and supporting the successful delivery of projects that serve Washington's communities. The work performed helps ensure transportation facilities are constructed safely, accurately, and in accordance with established standards.
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
Wild Adventures at the Third Place Commons Stage July 7, 2026
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| Mikey The Rad Scientist |
Have you ever met a saber-toothed tiger? Would you dance with a king cobra?
Join Mikey the Rad Scientist and go on a whirlwind musical adventure through time and space, and explore spectacular ecosystems and the creatures that live there!
Registration not required.
Third Place Commons, upper level Town Center LFP
Intersection Bothell & Ballinger Way NE
Heroes needed on 7/11
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We’re still looking for generous donors to roll up their sleeves and donate blood at the Richmond Beach Community Blood Drive on 7/11.
Bloodworks Northwest is hoping Shoreliners can help make a life-saving impact.
Our community’s blood supply doesn’t get a summer vacation.
Make a blood donation appointment with Bloodworks NW before you take yours and help make sure lifesaving blood is there for the patients who need it.
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If you're eligible, will you commit to donating? Sign up here or call 1-800-398-7888.
Bonus! Your next summer road trip starts with a blood donation! Give blood between June 1 and July 31, 2026 and you can enter to win a $10,000 digital gas gift card!
Bonus! Your next summer road trip starts with a blood donation! Give blood between June 1 and July 31, 2026 and you can enter to win a $10,000 digital gas gift card!
Pump some good into the world - Donate blood and enter to win at www.bloodworksnw.org/win. You’ve got the fuel to save a life this summer!
Motus Physical Therapy open at new clinic on Ballinger Way in Shoreline
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| Motus Physical Therapy now open in Ballinger |
SHORELINE, Wash. — Motus Physical Therapy, a woman-owned and women-operated practice serving North King and South Snohomish County communities since 2017, is excited to announce its move to a new location within Shoreline.
Effective June 16, 2026, Motus Physical Therapy has ceased operations at its previous Aurora Avenue location and has begun seeing patients at its new clinic located at 19940 Ballinger Way NE, Suite A3, Shoreline, WA 98155. Additional information is available at Motus-PT.com.
The expanded space will allow Motus Physical Therapy to increase appointment availability for new and returning patients while providing improved parking and easier access for the community it serves.
Founded with a commitment to personalized, high-quality care, Motus Physical Therapy has proudly served patients from Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Brier, Edmonds, and Mountlake Terrace for nearly a decade. The new location will allow the practice to continue delivering the individualized treatment experience that has become its hallmark.
Unlike many physical therapy clinics, Motus Physical Therapy provides one-on-one treatment sessions lasting 45 minutes, ensuring every patient receives the full attention of a licensed physical therapist. Care is never delegated to aides or technicians, allowing for a more focused, effective, and patient-centered approach to rehabilitation and recovery.
“We are thrilled to remain in Shoreline and continue serving the community that has supported us since the beginning,” said Becky Forkan, clinic owner. “Our move reflects our ongoing commitment to providing exceptional, individualized care in a welcoming environment.”
The new Shoreline location will continue offering comprehensive physical therapy services designed to help patients recover from injuries and surgery, manage pain, improve mobility, and return to the activities they love.
For more information about Motus Physical Therapy and its new location, please contact the clinic at 206-801-7546 or visit Motus-PT.com.
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UW Med: HPV causes nearly all cervical cancer. Vaccination and screening can prevent disease and save lives
Cervical cancer is one of the few cancers that can often be prevented. Yet thousands of people are diagnosed each year with the disease, which is overwhelmingly linked to a common virus for which a vaccine exists.
“HPV (human papillomavirus) is an incredibly common virus that 80% of adults will have at some point in their lives,” said Dr. Linda Eckert, a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Eckert’s comments come on the heels of a study published this month in the Lancet that found high HPV vaccination rates were associated with greatly reduced cervical cancer death rates. The researchers found that women ages 20 to 24 in England between 2020 and 2024 had high youth vaccination rates and no cervical cancer deaths.
“There were zero cases of cervical cancer in this age group, and the researchers were expecting to find 23 cases. So the vaccine was 100% effective against cervical cancer,” said Eckert.
Long-term sidewalk closure on SR 522 61st Ave NE
The closure will accommodate the construction of the Stride station platform.
It is expected to be completed in December 2026.
Multi-Agency Child Exploitation Operation leads to 21 Arrests - 2 from Shoreline
The multi-day operation involved the Washington State Patrol (WSP), Edmonds Police, and several state and federal partner agencies. Charges will be filed by the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney.
The investigation was led by the WSP's Missing and Exploited Children Task Force (MECTF).
Individuals taken into custody included:
- MEJIAN PEREZ, Guillermo, 22, Shoreline
- GALVEZ QUEVEDO, Hector, 44, Shoreline
- WALKER, Karl, 60, Mountlake Terrace
- LUNA, Angel, 63, Mountlake Terrace
- LARA MADDRIGALES, Carlos, 34, Mountlake Terrace
Anyone with information related to the suspects listed or information leading to the identities of victims potentially involved in these cases is asked to contact METCF at mectf@wsp.wa.gov
What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: July 1 - 7
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What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: July 1 - 7
Summer is in full swing, and Shoreline is making the most of it! Kick off the week dancing under the stars with live funk, celebrate Independence Day at the Shoreline Farmers Market and neighborhood traditions like the Highland Terrace Kids Parade, then keep the fun going with karaoke in the park, free concerts, local markets, jazz, trivia, and hands-on workshops. Whether you're looking for family-friendly activities, live music, or ways to connect with neighbors, there's something happening every day this week in Shoreline.
For the latest updates on International Soccer activities in Shoreline visit: www.destinationshoreline.com/
Destination Shoreline’s Must-Attend Events of the Week:
Eldridge Gravy & The Court Supreme — Outdoor Funk Party
Thursday, July 2 6:30 PM, Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church
Get ready to dance with Seattle’s premier 12-piece funk band! Eldridge Gravy & The Court Supreme bring their high-energy blend of funk, soul, and unforgettable stage presence to an outdoor summer concert.
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, July 4 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Corner of 192nd & Aurora
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more.
Karaoke in the Park
Tuesday, July 7 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Cromwell Park
Come to Cromwell Park each Tuesday this summer and sing your heart out. Karaoke is free and open to everyone. This is a family friendly event.
Shoreline Area Events You Should Know About this Week:
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
NEW CLASS! Seated Fitness and Balance with Novella
Wednesday, July 1 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM, Shoreline/LFP Senior Activity Center
A seated exercise class for all levels. A low-impact, instructor-led workout performed entirely or primarily while sitting in a chair.
BECU Webinar: Teen Financial Class
Wednesday, July 1 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Virtual
This class is a 101 course on credit and fraud to help teens build financial literacy and navigate the world of credit cards, fraud, and scams they will encounter as they start their first jobs and plan to leave the nest.
Highland Terrace 4th of July Kids Parade
Saturday, July 4 11:00 AM, Meet at 2nd NW and 159th at 11am on the 4th
The wheels go around the block a couple times and then everyone enjoys cookies and juice.
Lake Forest Park Farmers Market
Sunday, July 5 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, in front of City Hall (17171 Bothell Way NE)
For over 20 years, the market has been your go-to spot for fresh food, local goods, and community connection.
Darrell's Jazz Jam
Sunday, July 5 7:00 PM, Darrell's Tavern
Live Jazz every Sunday night at Darrell’s!
Senior Property Tax Exemption Info Session
Monday, July 6 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Shoreline/LFP Senior Activity Center
Are you a homeowner over the age of 61 or disabled with a maximum household income less than $84,000? If so, you qualify for the SENIOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION!
Lunchtime Concerts Series - Simply Magic
Tuesday, July 7 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Richmond Beach Saltwater Park
Lunchtime Concerts – Concerts are free to attend, they begin at 12:00 pm. Bring your lunch and enjoy a magic show by Simply Magic.
Diabetes And Foot Health: Early Detection, Prevention and Care
Tuesday, July 7 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Laurel Cove Community- Assisted Living & Senior Care Community Shoreline
Laurel Cove is pleased to announce a special presentation by Caroline Thompson, PTA and Kirsti Kerner, RN, who will discuss diabetic foot care, early detection and prevention. This free event is open to residents, families, the greater Shoreline community, and our neighbors.
3D Printer Orientation: The Basics @ STL
Tuesday, July 7 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers!
Public Knowledge: A Speaker Series at Drumlin
Tuesday, July 7 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Drumlin
Join us on Tuesdays at 7pm at Drumlin 522 NE 165th St, Shoreline 98155 near the Crest Cinemas, for our new speaker series. These talks run 45-60 minutes with lots of Q&A time.
Nerd Out! Trivia at Darrell's Tavern
Tuesday, July 7 8:00 PM, Darrell's Tavern
So you think you're Smart, Huh? Nerd Out! Every Tuesday at Darrell's Tavern Trivia. $2 Tacos 4 PM - 11 PM! Prizes & Drink Specials!
What’s Up Next in Shoreline (Save the Date):
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
Pups on Parade
Saturday, July 11 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Cromwell Park
Join Old Dog Haven for a fun day of all things dogs at their summer event!
Mele Kalikimaka! We’re bringing Christmas in July to Salvation, and we’re going full Elvis in Blue Hawaii style!
Saturday, July 11 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Salvation Artists Collective
Think retro beach party meets a relaxed summer market.
Shoreline Unity Cup - Youth Soccer Jamboree & International Market
Sunday, July 12 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Shoreline A/B Soccer Fields
Free soccer matches for youth ages 8-11 featuring live performances and celebrations, with an international marketplace and food vendors.
For Upcoming Events in Shoreline visit: DestinationShoreline.com/
Destination Shoreline is brought to you by:
Salvation - Artists and Makers Collective - a Boutique and Gallery
Shorelake Arts bringing people together through art, culture, and shared experiences.
Seniors Helping Seniors®, Supporting Independence for Seniors in Shoreline
Shoreline Chamber of Commerce – Supporting local businesses in Shoreline
Become a Destination Shoreline Partner, learn more here.
Lake Forest Park Rotary begins a new year
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| President Mark Phillips receives the baton from 2025-26 president Terry Smith |
The Rotary Club Of Lake Forest Park will begin a new Rotary year on July 1, 2026. The baton was passed at the changing of the guard dinner at the Civic club on June 24th when President Terry Smith passed the baton to Mark Phillips.
Mark has been extremely active in our community. He is a two term Lake Forest Park city councilmember, LFP tree board member, former city rep to Salmon Recovery Council, and a founder of LFP Streamkeepers. He has been the LFP Rotary treasurer for 5 years.
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| President Mark Phillips with his new LFP Board of Directors |
LFP Rotary has had a productive year.
Here are only a few of the nonprofits and activities we support.
- HopeLink
- Harvest against Hunger
- Hunger Intervention
- Safely Day, LFP Police dept.
- Shop with Cop, LFP Police dept.
- Shoreline College veterans Center
- Shoreline/LFP SENIOR CENTER
- Lake City kiddy parade
- eradicate polio night at the Lake Forest Grill
- eradicate polio dip in January
- Jazz Walk in North City
- *** PROM NIGHT, a yearly event to raise funds to support our many projects and activities benefiting our community and beyond.
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| 2026-27 president Mark Phillips will guide LFP ROTARY into the 40th year of celebration in SERVICE. |
Thank you to Terry Smith for leading us in another 2025-26 successful rotary year. The 2026-27 rotary year will mark the 40th anniversary of the LFP ROTARY now led by President Mark Phillips.
You are all invited to our 40th birthday party on Wednesday September 9th. We meet the first three Wednesdays of every month at 7:15am at the LFP PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
If you are interested in serving our community and you want to have fun at the same time. JOIN US. The Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park
Jill Brady is LFP ROTARIAN OF THE YEAR. thank you, Jill for all your work with student scholarships and your enthusiasm and organizing our fundraising event.
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| Jill Brady is LFP ROTARIAN OF THE YEAR |
Jill Brady is LFP ROTARIAN OF THE YEAR. thank you, Jill for all your work with student scholarships and your enthusiasm and organizing our fundraising event.
--Story and photos by Robin Roat
A soccer-loving Shoreline barber gets tapped to cut hair for Egypt's World Cup team
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| The interior of Jazz Barbershop in Ballinger Terrace Photo by Sky'e Underwood |
There is a charming story published by KNKX Public Radio, written by Freddie Monares, about a Shoreline barber and his staff being tapped to provide haircuts for the entire Egyptian soccer team, in town for the World Cup Tournament.
The owner of Jazz Barbershop, Maram Hammadi, is huge soccer fan, so when a client with connections to the Egyptian team asked him to provide haircuts for the team, he didn't hesitate.
Jazz Barbershop is in Ballinger Village at 20228 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline, WA 98155
Summer meals in North Seattle for kids age 1-18
North Seattle locations for kids to eat during the summer school break, through August 21, 2026.
Dembowski celebrates installation of 90th new ballot drop box in King county
King county Councilmember Rod Dembowski, along with CM Jorge L. Baron, Elections Director Julie Wise, and Seattle Public Libraries Chief Librarian Tom Fay
celebrated the 90th ballot drop box in King County at the Seattle Public Library-Northgate!
"In our most recent budget we added funding for more boxes and more security features to protect them.
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We will have 100 drop boxes by November.
Rod says, "I wrote legislation in 2015 to significantly expand the drop box program — and voters love it; 67% of voters used them last November.
"In our most recent budget we added funding for more boxes and more security features to protect them.
"We are ready for whatever the Feds throw our way. Thank you Julie Wise for your years of leadership supporting this effort!"
Neighbors commented that this particular drop box will benefit the residents of multiple local senior living communities.
The Shoreline area already has drop boxes at the 192nd park 'n ride, the Shoreline Library, LFP City Hall, the Lake City Library, and the Broadview Library.
Listen Here! Teen Band Showcase at Pfingst Animal Acres Park featured four up and coming bands
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| Washington Creative District |
Thank you to the sun, the four awesome finalists, and everyone who came out to the first Listen Here! Teen Band Showcase at Pfingst Animal Acres Park on Saturday June 27, 2026.
WCD Psydela Alter Expressions and Dylan on the Keys were selected from a pool of rockin applicants and represent the finalists for 2026!
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| Psydela |
Tailored to support musicians under 21, the purpose of this showcase is to give rising talent a live music platform, all-ages venue, and set of prizes to further their musical talent and dreams.
Prizes include:
Yesterday also gave the opportunity for teens to sell their art and painting supplies for all to express themselves however the music and moment moved them.
- $250 cash from ShoreLake Arts and an invite to play Battle of the Bands on Aug 22, 2026
- Merch, GC, and an invite to have an in-store performance from Musicology Co
- One-hour mentorship with Crazy Good Records to help them find their sound, produce their songs, and advance to the next level.
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| Alter Expressions |
Yesterday also gave the opportunity for teens to sell their art and painting supplies for all to express themselves however the music and moment moved them.
Thank you also to City of Lake Forest Park for the beautiful venue to hold this event!
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| Dylan on the Keys |
We'll see everyone next year! (-and we'll add a beer garden and wrangle a food truck that won't cancel on us)
--ShoreLake Arts
Pride and rights for all at Sunday sign-waving
Story by Pamela Mieth
With so many big events for Pride weekend including the popular parade on Capitol Hill, a smaller-than-usual turnout at Sunday's sign-waving at the Shoreline-Edmonds line was expected, but still a healthy crowd of 49 area residents showed up.
They came to protest policies eroding human and civil rights, and show support for others. "Social Justice Sundays" sign-wavings are held almost every weekend (currently scheduled through every Sunday in July) at the intersection of Aurora Avenue North and N 205th St, from 1-2pm.
Food and toiletry items are also collected for donation to a local organization for those in need, and one volunteer routinely picks up trash helping to keep sidewalks, and sometimes even roadways, clear and local businesses' perimeters more sightly.
All are welcome to attend. Bring a sign or just yourself (some are available to borrow) and stand up for what matters to you. Organized by local group Everyday Activists, participants are committed to peaceful protest.
Travels with Charlie: Animal Safety Alert - Blue-Green algae in Lake Washington at Log Boom Park
Animal Safety Alert! Log Boom Park
Charlie and I stopped by Log Boom Park to wander by the lake. This Animal Safety Alert is posted at the Log Boom Park Pier as you walk onto the pier.
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| Toxic algae bloom in Lake Washington near Log Boom Park Photo by Gordon Snyder |
This showed up since our last visit here.
If you see a Bloom don’t let your Pet in the water.
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| Charlie says “Hey Friends - Stay Outa the Water.” Photo by Gordon Snyder |
Let’s all be careful and keep everybody safe and happy.
Cheers,
Gordon Snyder
Today's bouquet
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
All I see outside are fir cones - but Lee Lageschulte always finds the beautiful flowers.
She sent a variety but somehow the pink ones are pulling me in today.
This one reminds me of my childhood.
And here's a variety.
The photos were all taken by Lee Lageschulte in Shoreline. Comments by Diane Hettrick
Senior Property Tax Exemption Info Session July 6, 2026 at Senior Activity Center
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| Photo courtesy Windermere Mercer Island |
Senior Property Tax Exemption Info Session
Are you a homeowner over the age of 61 or disabled with a maximum household income less than $84,000?
If so, you qualify for the SENIOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION!
Join the King County Assessor's Office for this info session on eligibility requirements, the application process, benefit levels, and more.
- WHEN: July 6, 2026 from 1:00 - 2:00pm
- COST: FREE
- LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
- REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center (206) 365 1536
Seated Fitness and Balance with Novella starts July 1, 2026 at the Senior Activity Center
NEW CLASS! Seated Fitness and Balance with Novella- A seated exercise class for all levels. A low-impact, instructor-led workout performed entirely or primarily while sitting in a chair.
It is designed to build strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. We will also work on balance.
Equipment: hand weights and ankle weights will be provided. Join me for an hour of exercising and having fun
- WHEN: Wednesdays from 2:30 - 3:30pm, starting July 1
- COST: Members $25/month – Nonmembers $50/ month
- LOCATION: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
- REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center (206) 365 1536
Summer food: Sun Bucks
Your child could be eligible for SUN Bucks!
SUN Bucks provides families with $120 per eligible child during the summer.
Visit FreeSummerMeals.org to check your eligibility and learn how to apply.
Visit FreeSummerMeals.org to check your eligibility and learn how to apply.
Seattle Seafair 4th of July at GasWorks Park
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| Spectators at Gasworks Park |
Seattle Seafair 4th of July
You can view Seattle fireworks from three different locations around Lake Union
GasWorks Park at the north end of the lake has both free entry for seating on the hillside and reserved seats in bleachers which cost. Either way you need to reserve a ticket.
Lake Union Park at the south end of the lake also has a choice of free and reserved seating.
Both venues will have food trucks and a beer garden.
The third venue is a cruise around the lake - sold out already.
Seattle Mayor endorses opponent of Rep. Gerry Pollet in 46th district of northeast Seattle
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By Bill Lucia
Washington State Standard
The democratic socialist mayor of Seattle on Saturday night endorsed opponents running to the left of two longtime Democratic state legislators who represent the city, including the party’s top lawmaker in the Senate.
Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen said Mayor Katie Wilson told him during a meeting she requested yesterday that she would endorse Hannah Sabio-Howell, the progressive activist challenging Pedersen in Seattle’s 43rd Legislative District. Pedersen said he’d asked Wilson last fall for her endorsement, but she’d demurred.
Rep. Gerry Pollet said Wilson told him in a phone call on Saturday morning that she planned to endorse one of his primary opponents, Ron Davis, for the House seat in the 46th District, which includes much of north Seattle east of Aurora Avenue. Pollet has held the seat since 2011.
Wilson confirmed the endorsements in an emailed statement late Saturday.
With the endorsements, the first-term mayor of the state’s biggest city is spurning two veteran Seattle legislators — including one of the most powerful lawmakers in Olympia — while backing a pair of political newcomers who are more firmly in her camp on the party’s left flank.
Her endorsements come after Zohran Mamdani, the democratic socialist mayor of New York City supported a slate of successful congressional candidates in New York primary races this week. They ran on progressive economic policies and opposition to U.S. support for Israel, and their wins rattled centrists in the party nationwide heading toward this year’s midterms.
Pedersen didn’t rule out the idea that the dynamics in New York are reflected here.
“I think there are people who want it to be a comparison,” he said. “Who aspire for us to be divided in that same way.”
Pedersen, who was elected to the Legislature in 2006 and has served as Senate majority leader since late 2024, was a main architect of the state’s new income tax on high earners. He said Saturday that he’d hoped Wilson would devote her political energy this year to defeating an expected ballot measure aimed at overturning the income tax.
“It’s a little disappointing that she’s instead doing this,” Pedersen said.
Pollet, who has a reputation as a key liaison between Seattle municipal government and Olympia, said Wilson indicated that her decision was driven not by his policy positions, but by the mayor’s ties to Davis.
The democratic socialist mayor of Seattle on Saturday night endorsed opponents running to the left of two longtime Democratic state legislators who represent the city, including the party’s top lawmaker in the Senate.
Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen said Mayor Katie Wilson told him during a meeting she requested yesterday that she would endorse Hannah Sabio-Howell, the progressive activist challenging Pedersen in Seattle’s 43rd Legislative District. Pedersen said he’d asked Wilson last fall for her endorsement, but she’d demurred.
Rep. Gerry Pollet said Wilson told him in a phone call on Saturday morning that she planned to endorse one of his primary opponents, Ron Davis, for the House seat in the 46th District, which includes much of north Seattle east of Aurora Avenue. Pollet has held the seat since 2011.
“It’s just astonishing to me,” Pollet said Saturday. “I have worked hard to support the city’s agenda, including since she became mayor.”
Wilson confirmed the endorsements in an emailed statement late Saturday.
With the endorsements, the first-term mayor of the state’s biggest city is spurning two veteran Seattle legislators — including one of the most powerful lawmakers in Olympia — while backing a pair of political newcomers who are more firmly in her camp on the party’s left flank.
“There is strong pressure for elected officials to endorse fellow incumbents. It’s a way of maintaining relationships, part of the quid pro quo of governing. I understand this, but it’s not the way I want to do politics,” Wilson said in the statement.
“We’re at an inflection point in our city and our region. Voters are feeling a warranted frustration with the status quo,” she added.
Her endorsements come after Zohran Mamdani, the democratic socialist mayor of New York City supported a slate of successful congressional candidates in New York primary races this week. They ran on progressive economic policies and opposition to U.S. support for Israel, and their wins rattled centrists in the party nationwide heading toward this year’s midterms.
Pedersen didn’t rule out the idea that the dynamics in New York are reflected here.
“I think there are people who want it to be a comparison,” he said. “Who aspire for us to be divided in that same way.”
Pedersen, who was elected to the Legislature in 2006 and has served as Senate majority leader since late 2024, was a main architect of the state’s new income tax on high earners. He said Saturday that he’d hoped Wilson would devote her political energy this year to defeating an expected ballot measure aimed at overturning the income tax.
“It’s a little disappointing that she’s instead doing this,” Pedersen said.
Pollet, who has a reputation as a key liaison between Seattle municipal government and Olympia, said Wilson indicated that her decision was driven not by his policy positions, but by the mayor’s ties to Davis.
Davis helped lead efforts to create a campaign fundraising operation that supported Wilson’s mayoral run last year, raking in around $442,000.
Pollet pointed to frustrations among constituents in his district with the mayor, specifically related to gun violence and sex trafficking around Aurora Avenue.
He said he’d recommended to residents in that area that they block off streets themselves (which they did with planters) following shootings in the corridor. He told them this would likely spur the city to take action to address the crime issues. Earlier this month, Wilson moved to close some streets in the area.
“They’re not happy with her,” Pollet said.
Both Pedersen and Pollet questioned how much of a difference Wilson’s endorsement will make as Washington’s Aug. 4 primary election approaches.
In Pollet’s race, both he and Davis trail a third contender in fundraising. Will Dreher, also a Democrat, has raised around $257,000. Pollet has about $165,000 socked away, and Davis has raised around $135,000. Because it’s a three-way race, it’s possible Pollet could get knocked out in the primary stage.
“She acknowledged that I’ve been a leader in support of the city,” Pollet added, recounting his phone call with Wilson. The message, he heard: legislators who work with the city “can be thrown overboard if the mayor has a personal relationship with someone else.”
Pollet pointed to frustrations among constituents in his district with the mayor, specifically related to gun violence and sex trafficking around Aurora Avenue.
He said he’d recommended to residents in that area that they block off streets themselves (which they did with planters) following shootings in the corridor. He told them this would likely spur the city to take action to address the crime issues. Earlier this month, Wilson moved to close some streets in the area.
“They’re not happy with her,” Pollet said.
Both Pedersen and Pollet questioned how much of a difference Wilson’s endorsement will make as Washington’s Aug. 4 primary election approaches.
In Pollet’s race, both he and Davis trail a third contender in fundraising. Will Dreher, also a Democrat, has raised around $257,000. Pollet has about $165,000 socked away, and Davis has raised around $135,000. Because it’s a three-way race, it’s possible Pollet could get knocked out in the primary stage.
Wildfires increase across the state - Shoreline Fire is deployed
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| Shoreline firefighters are helping at Lyle Hill on the Columbia River gorge |
By Diane Hettrick
I reported on the first wildfire - the Snake River fire in Whitman County on 6-12-2025. Since then the state has been involved in fighting eleven fires. It's early in the year for wildfires and it doesn't augur well for the real fire season this summer.
A recent fire - the Hamilton Fire in Okanogan County, threatened the town of Winthrop. Residents were advised to evacuate to Twisp, down the road. This is the first time I recall a population center being evacuated. They are back home now.
6-29-2025 Lyle Hill - Klickitat County
6-28-2025 Hamilton - Okanogan County - Winthrop evacuated
6-26-2025 Petersen - Klickitat County
6-24-2025 Black Rock - Grant County
6-23-2025 Wagon Wheel - Benton County
6-22-2025 Garred Road - Grant County
6-16-2025 Upriver - Spokane County
6-16-2025 Tucannon - Columbia County
6-14-2025 OIE - Benton County
6-14-2025 Highway 730 - Walla Walla County
6-12-2025 Snake River - Whitman County
Our recent drizzly weather is very fortunate as it added some rain to the ground. This is particularly important with the 4th of July coming up. Fireworks are illegal everywhere around us but there are always people who buy and use them anyway - and they often start fires.
6-24-2025 Black Rock - Grant County
6-23-2025 Wagon Wheel - Benton County
6-22-2025 Garred Road - Grant County
6-16-2025 Upriver - Spokane County
6-16-2025 Tucannon - Columbia County
6-14-2025 OIE - Benton County
6-14-2025 Highway 730 - Walla Walla County
6-12-2025 Snake River - Whitman County
Our recent drizzly weather is very fortunate as it added some rain to the ground. This is particularly important with the 4th of July coming up. Fireworks are illegal everywhere around us but there are always people who buy and use them anyway - and they often start fires.
You might start looking at and around your property now, to see what is vulnerable to fire.
Shoreline Fire advises that "Wildland fires can spread rapidly, especially during warm, dry conditions. As we head into the summer season, everyone can do their part by using extra caution with outdoor activities that could spark a fire."
Shoreline Fire has crews deployed to assist with both the Lyle Hill Fire in Klickitat County and the Hamilton Fire in Winthrop. Their roles include coordinating air drops, as well as helping to protect towns and surrounding areas from the fire. High winds are contributing to the spread of both these fires.
Jobs: WSDOT Maintenance Mechanic 3
Maintenance Mechanic 3
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$74,492 – $86,374 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to support the preventative and corrective maintenance programs within the Northwest Region Facilities Department. In this role, the successful candidate will perform skilled and semi-skilled work in a variety of trades, including mechanical and electrical repairs, building retrofits, and facility maintenance activities.
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$74,492 – $86,374 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to support the preventative and corrective maintenance programs within the Northwest Region Facilities Department. In this role, the successful candidate will perform skilled and semi-skilled work in a variety of trades, including mechanical and electrical repairs, building retrofits, and facility maintenance activities.
This position is responsible for coordinating materials acquisition, maintaining required documentation, and ensuring job safety within assigned work parameters. The Maintenance Mechanic 3 plays a critical role in sustaining safe, efficient, and reliable facilities that support WSDOT’s mission of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options for Washington communities and businesses.
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
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