Donate to Richmond Beach Congregational Church food drive on March 7, 2026
March 7, 2026
11:00am to 1:00pm
Richmond Beach Congregational ChurchUnited Church of Christ
Corner of NW Richmond Beach Rd & 15th Ave NW
Food banks continue to have increased demand and longer wait times as more people need assistance.
Our quarterly food drive is more important than ever. Please join us in helping our neighbors by dropping your donations off Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Drive thru…upper parking lot.
These items are particularly needed:
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Drive thru…upper parking lot.
These items are particularly needed:
- Low sodium, no sugar added, packed in water or juice
- Pop-top cans are appreciated, not everyone has access to a can opener
- Cereal is great but not so much without milk.
- Canned vegetables: Green beans, peas, corn
- Canned fruit (any variety)
- Canned chicken
- Canned tuna
- Coffee (instant or ground)
- Shelf-stable milk
- 100% fruit juice (no sugar added)
- Brown rice
- Whole-grain pasta
- Long-grain rice
- Pasta
- Vegetable-based oils
- Spices (salt, pepper, sugar)
- Flour
- Pancake mixes
- Condiments
- Dry black beans
- Dry red beans
- Oats
- Dry soup mix
- Mac 'n cheese
Theater Review: Ballots, Blunders, and Belly Laughs: The Outsider Wins by a Landslide
The Outsider By Paul Slade Smith
Directed by Tammis Doyle
Driftwood Players at the Wade James Theatre
February 27-March 22, 2026
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm
Purchase tickets here or by phone at 425-774-9600.
Discounted tickets for groups of 10+ people are also available.
Edmonds Driftwood Players brings timely political satire to the stage with The Outsider by Paul Slade Smith, a sharp and spirited comedy that gleefully skewers the machinery of modern politics while celebrating the resilient absurdity of democracy itself.
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| Keith Dahlgren (Ned Newley), Mark Sparks (Arthur Vance), Jack Anderson (Dave Riley) Photo by Dale Sutton |
Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. Public speaking leaves him paralyzed, his poll numbers are impressively abysmal, and his own team doubts he can survive the spotlight. Yet political consultant Arthur Vance sees opportunity in the chaos. Perhaps, he suggests, the worst possible candidate is exactly what the public is looking for. From that delicious premise unfolds a fast-moving, razor-smart farce in which every attempt to control the narrative only makes it spiral further out of control.
This production moves like a runaway train—in the best possible way. Each misstep feeds the next, creating a comedic ouroboros of escalating disasters that grow sharper and funnier by the minute. The banter is crisp, the timing impeccable, and the audience remains utterly locked in, eager to see how the next political domino falls.
Director Tammis Doyle orchestrates the chaos with a confident hand, allowing the humor to build naturally while grounding the characters in recognizable human truth.
A particularly memorable scene occurs during Ned Newley’s first entrance into the governor’s office. Alone onstage, he bounces tentatively on the couch, fiddles with tchotchkes, and lowers himself into the office chair as though it were a throne. The physical comedy is precise and relatable, instantly endearing him to the audience and establishing the production’s balance of heart and hilarity.
As Ned Newley, Keith Dahlgren delivers a performance rich in physical nuance and emotional sincerity. His body language makes Ned’s anxiety tangible without ever reducing him to a punchline. Instead, Dahlgren charts a satisfying journey from crippling self-doubt to tentative self-awareness. Watching Ned begin to understand how to navigate the political machine is both hilarious and genuinely uplifting, leaving the sense that this reluctant leader may just grow into the role after all.
Mark Sparks embodies Arthur Vance, the slick, fast-talking strategist, with gleeful precision. His used-car-salesman charm is immediately suspect yet irresistibly persuasive. Sparks allows Arthur to figuratively wink at the audience, inviting everyone in on the joke that politics is often orchestrated by idiots, and no one knows what they are doing even and especially them. His confident delivery and razor timing make Arthur both the architect of the chaos and its master of ceremonies.
Hannah Coleman shines as Paige Caldwell, the data-driven pollster whose devotion to statistics borders on religious fervor. Coleman’s sharp comic instincts are on full display, particularly in her pitch-perfect impression of Ned, which brings the house down. Beyond the laughs, she traces Paige’s arc with subtle control, allowing rigid certainty to soften in believable increments. The gradual shift in her perspective feels earned, and Coleman handles the transitions with admirable restraint.
Jack Anderson’s Dave Riley serves as the production’s emotional barometer. Anderson leans into Dave’s unraveling with fearless commitment, delivering a spectacular “crash out” after one especially absurd turn of events that is both painfully recognizable and wildly funny. At the same time, he grounds the character with earnest loyalty, anchoring the play’s more outlandish moments in emotional truth.
Gina Wilhelm brings buoyant charm to Louise Peakes, striking a careful balance between sunny optimism and blissful overconfidence. The role could easily tip into caricature, but Wilhelm keeps Louise delightfully self-assured and utterly sincere. With bright energy and impeccable timing, she transforms what could be a throwaway comic role into a memorable source of joyful chaos.
Joy Ghigleri’s Rachel Parsons provides a steady and intelligent counterpoint to the escalating farce. Serving as a voice of reason amid the whirlwind, she often echoes what the audience is thinking with perfectly timed reactions. Ghigleri plays the role with clarity and composure, allowing subtle expressions and measured delivery to land with quiet but significant impact.
Doug Knoop rounds out the ensemble as A.C. Peterson with grounded confidence. Knoop brings an easy authenticity to the role, complementing the broader comedic beats happening around him. His steady presence helps flesh out the political landscape and reinforces the sense that this whirlwind unfolds within a fully realized world.
The chemistry among the cast is undeniable. Each actor commits fully to the heightened circumstances while maintaining emotional truth, resulting in a production that feels cohesive and impeccably cast. The ensemble’s rhythm keeps the dialogue snapping and the momentum surging forward without pause.
In politically tumultuous times, The Outsider offers something invaluable: the chance to laugh at the absurdity of the system while still believing in the people trying to navigate it. It is quick, clever, and disarmingly heartfelt.
If you need a good laugh—and truly, who doesn’t right now—this is the play to see. I strongly recommend grabbing a ticket, settling into your seat, and letting yourself laugh until it hurts.
After all, if we can’t trust the polls, we can at least trust that The Outsider delivers a landslide victory in comedy.
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| Keith Dahlgren (Ned Newley), Gina Wilhelm (Louise Peakes), Joy Ghigleri (Rachel Parsons) Photo by Dale Sutton |
As Ned Newley, Keith Dahlgren delivers a performance rich in physical nuance and emotional sincerity. His body language makes Ned’s anxiety tangible without ever reducing him to a punchline. Instead, Dahlgren charts a satisfying journey from crippling self-doubt to tentative self-awareness. Watching Ned begin to understand how to navigate the political machine is both hilarious and genuinely uplifting, leaving the sense that this reluctant leader may just grow into the role after all.
Mark Sparks embodies Arthur Vance, the slick, fast-talking strategist, with gleeful precision. His used-car-salesman charm is immediately suspect yet irresistibly persuasive. Sparks allows Arthur to figuratively wink at the audience, inviting everyone in on the joke that politics is often orchestrated by idiots, and no one knows what they are doing even and especially them. His confident delivery and razor timing make Arthur both the architect of the chaos and its master of ceremonies.
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| Hannah Coleman (Paige Caldwell), Jack Anderson (Dave Riley) Photo by Dale Sutton |
Hannah Coleman shines as Paige Caldwell, the data-driven pollster whose devotion to statistics borders on religious fervor. Coleman’s sharp comic instincts are on full display, particularly in her pitch-perfect impression of Ned, which brings the house down. Beyond the laughs, she traces Paige’s arc with subtle control, allowing rigid certainty to soften in believable increments. The gradual shift in her perspective feels earned, and Coleman handles the transitions with admirable restraint.
Jack Anderson’s Dave Riley serves as the production’s emotional barometer. Anderson leans into Dave’s unraveling with fearless commitment, delivering a spectacular “crash out” after one especially absurd turn of events that is both painfully recognizable and wildly funny. At the same time, he grounds the character with earnest loyalty, anchoring the play’s more outlandish moments in emotional truth.
Gina Wilhelm brings buoyant charm to Louise Peakes, striking a careful balance between sunny optimism and blissful overconfidence. The role could easily tip into caricature, but Wilhelm keeps Louise delightfully self-assured and utterly sincere. With bright energy and impeccable timing, she transforms what could be a throwaway comic role into a memorable source of joyful chaos.
Joy Ghigleri’s Rachel Parsons provides a steady and intelligent counterpoint to the escalating farce. Serving as a voice of reason amid the whirlwind, she often echoes what the audience is thinking with perfectly timed reactions. Ghigleri plays the role with clarity and composure, allowing subtle expressions and measured delivery to land with quiet but significant impact.
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| Doug Knoop (A.C. Petersen), Keith Dahlgren (Ned Newley), Joy Ghigleri (Rachel Parsons) Photo by Dale Sutton |
Doug Knoop rounds out the ensemble as A.C. Peterson with grounded confidence. Knoop brings an easy authenticity to the role, complementing the broader comedic beats happening around him. His steady presence helps flesh out the political landscape and reinforces the sense that this whirlwind unfolds within a fully realized world.
The chemistry among the cast is undeniable. Each actor commits fully to the heightened circumstances while maintaining emotional truth, resulting in a production that feels cohesive and impeccably cast. The ensemble’s rhythm keeps the dialogue snapping and the momentum surging forward without pause.
In politically tumultuous times, The Outsider offers something invaluable: the chance to laugh at the absurdity of the system while still believing in the people trying to navigate it. It is quick, clever, and disarmingly heartfelt.
If you need a good laugh—and truly, who doesn’t right now—this is the play to see. I strongly recommend grabbing a ticket, settling into your seat, and letting yourself laugh until it hurts.
After all, if we can’t trust the polls, we can at least trust that The Outsider delivers a landslide victory in comedy.
Cantwell Announces $8.4M in World Cup Transit Funding for Puget Sound Region
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Lumen Field to host six matches, funding helps transit systems prepare for influx of international visitors
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and senior member of the Finance Committee, announced that the Federal Transit Administration has allocated $8,408,439 to the Puget Sound Regional Council to support transit services needed to get soccer fans to and from Lumen Field during the 2026 World Cup.
“With just over 100 days before Seattle hosts its first World Cup match, this announcement is a goal-line assist for local efforts to enhance the security and reliability of our transit system. Ensuring fans from around the world know where to go when using our transit system is critical to the fan experience.
"This funding can be used to put up signage, hire security personnel, and make other improvements to help ensure fans have information they need to get to and from the games safely on Sound Transit and other transit systems in the region,” Sen. Cantwell said.
President Donald Trump’s budget included no funding to cities to assist with the burdens that will be placed on local transit systems by the 2026 World Cup and other upcoming international sporting events.
Thanks to Sen. Cantwell’s advocacy, the funding was included in the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations bill.
In April, she reintroduced the bipartisan Transportation Assistance for Olympic and World Cup Cities Act to provide federal funding for local communities to prepare for transportation demands and ensure the successful movement of fans, workers, and goods during the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, the 2028 Summer Olympics, and the 2034 Winter Olympics that will all be held in the United States.
"From ferries to trains, buses to highways, the World Cup will undoubtedly put Washington state's transportation system to the test,” Peter Tomozawa, CEO, Seattle FIFA World Cup 26 Organizing Committee, said at the time.
“We appreciate Senator Cantwell's leadership to provide transportation agencies the support they need so we’re ready to showcase Washington to the world in 2026."
Nationwide, $100,250,212 will be allocated to the 11 metropolitan areas that, like Seattle, are hosting World Cup matches. The allocations were based on stadium capacity and number of games hosted.
What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? – March 4 - 10
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What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? – March 4 - 10
Shoreline is showing up in all the best ways this week, with opportunities to connect, learn, celebrate, and support one another across our community. From the Shoreline Community Resource Fair and a women-powered open house at Town & Country Market to wine tastings, concerts, homebuying classes, garden design workshops, and meaningful gatherings for veterans and neighbors, there’s something happening in every corner of the city.
Destination Shoreline’s Must-Attend Events of the Week:
Shoreline Community Resource Fair
Thursday, March 5 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Spartan Recreation Center
Meet community organizations offering support with health, food, clothing, childcare, and day camp resources. This free event is a great opportunity to learn what’s available in our community and discover helpful services that support you and your family.
Powered By Women Open House at Shoreline T&C
Sunday, March 8 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Town & Country Market Shoreline
Meet the makers, discover new favorites, and support the amazing women behind the brands you love.
Shoreline Area Events You Should Know About this Week:
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
Financial Literacy Month - Social Security: Your Questions Answered
Wednesday, March 4 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Third Place Commons
Social Security will likely be the foundation of your retirement income. Before you retire, it’s important to understand your options and the impact your decisions have on your retirement.
Memoir Writing Group
Thursday, March 5 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, Shoreline/LFP Senior Activity Center
We’ve all got a lifetime of stories. Join Arlene every 1st and 3rd Thursday to work on and share your short memoirs.
Anxiety Toolkit
Friday, March 6 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Shoreline/LFP Senior Activity Center
There are many reasons why anxiety can increase as we age, and it is easy to become overwhelmed by worry, discomfort, and sleepless nights.
Ballinger Thriftway Washington Wine Month Tasting!
Friday, March 6 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Ballinger Thirftway
FREE Class - Simplify The Homebuying Process
Saturday, March 7 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM, Ballinger BECU
This FREE Homebuying class will share key resources and demonstrate how BECU can support you on the path to homeownership.
Talk & Taste: Wildly Beloved Pasta
Saturday, March 7 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Town & Country Market Shoreline
Meet the visionary behind Wildly Beloved Foods, founder Aurora Echo, and discover how passion and purpose come together in every batch of her organic, artisanal pasta.
Connection | Weekly Psychic & Intuitive Experience
Saturday, March 7 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Salvation: Artist Collective
Step into an afternoon of insight, reflection, and spiritual connection at Connection, a weekly gathering with Psychic Medium Hannah of Indigo Fox Realm
Mirinesse Women's Choir Concert: Keep Marching
Saturday, March 7 3:00 PM, Shorecrest Performing Arts Center (Shorecrest High School)
The five movements of the piece tell the story of the U.S. Suffrage movement while examining diverse perspectives, which have notoriously been minimized in history. This piece is educational and impactful—both musically and historically.
Book Signing: "Pastry Temple" by Christina Wood, founder of Temple Pastries
Sunday, March 8 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Town & Country Market Shoreline
Join James Beard Award-nominated pastry chef Christina Wood for a delicious book-signing event!
Garden Design 1
Sunday, March 8 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
We’ll cover the aspects to consider when dreaming of turning your outdoor spaces into more productive, beautiful and functional places to be.
St. Dunstan's, Echoes through Time: Weaving Sound Across Centuries with the Vesper Piano Trio
Sunday, March 8 3:00 PM, St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church
Join the Vesper Piano Trio for a thrilling journey through two centuries of chamber music.
Heroes Café-Shoreline
Tuesday, March 10 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Seattle Scottish Rite Center
Veterans, Family, Friends and the Community are Welcome. Heroes Café Shoreline is the largest gathering of Veterans on a monthly basis in King County.
Ridgecrest Neighbor Meet Up at Ridgecrest Public House
Tuesday, March 10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Ridgecrest Public House
Meet your neighbors and build community!
What’s Up Next in Shoreline (Save the Date):
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
A Celebration of Growth, Nature, and Health at Kruckeberg Speaker Event and Annual Meeting
Thursday, March 12 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Shoreline City Hall
The Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation invites the community to its highly anticipated Speaker Event and Annual Meeting.
Shoreline Comic Con
Friday, March 13 2:30 PM - 9:00 PM, Richmond Highlands Recreation Center
Celebrate your favorite fandoms at the Teen Center’s Comic Con! Join other teens for a day filled with cosplay, games, art, and trivia. Explore themed activities, show off your costume, and connect with friends who share your interests in comics, anime, movies, and gaming.
LANTERN FESTIVAL Hosted by Shorelake Arts
Saturday, March 14 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Shoreline College
Urban Jungle Plant Pop-up with Kelly Green Interior Plantscaping
Saturday & Sunday, March 21 & 22, Ridgecrest Books
Join us for a curated plant pop-up featuring a hand-picked selection of tropical foliage to grow your indoor jungle.
For Upcoming Events in Shoreline visit: DestinationShoreline.com/
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Sound Transit monthly maintenance program in effect March 3-5, 2026
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Passengers should plan ahead and expect around 30 minutes of increased travel time.
During the work, 1 Line trains will continue operating between Northgate and Federal Way.
The last southbound train will depart from Lynnwood at 10:38pm, serving Northgate at 10:53pm.
The last northbound train to Lynnwood serving all stations will depart from Northgate at 10:07pm.
All trips between Lynnwood and Northgate after those trains will be served by Link shuttle buses, which will make all intermediate stops.
During the work, 1 Line trains will continue operating between Northgate and Federal Way.
The last southbound train will depart from Lynnwood at 10:38pm, serving Northgate at 10:53pm.
The last northbound train to Lynnwood serving all stations will depart from Northgate at 10:07pm.
All trips between Lynnwood and Northgate after those trains will be served by Link shuttle buses, which will make all intermediate stops.
Jobs: City of Lake Forest Park Building Official
Full-Time - $51.97 - $69.29 Hourly
Category: Code Enforcement / Planning and Development / Community Development
Department: Community Development
The Building Official applies a full working knowledge of building trades and construction codes to regular work situations; Reviews building and construction plans and perform inspections of residential and light commercial buildings for compliance with applicable State and City codes; Assures compliance with all I-codes, Washington State Energy Code, and other related City land use and development codes through review and inspection, correction notices and enforcement action; Assists the general public and design professionals in requirements, interpretation and explanation of applicable codes; Develops policies and procedures in support of Community Development activities and needs; Oversees assigned staff and ensures all permit issuance, inspection and plan examinations are performed in accordance with adopted codes.
Job description and application here
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Job description and application here
Lantern Festival March 14, 2026 at Shoreline College
ShoreLake Arts will hold the 5th Annual Lantern Festival on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 11:00am to 3:00pm at Shoreline College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, PUB Building 9000
It is the year of the Fire Horse. We will have the Lion Dance, Kung Fu demonstrations, arts & crafts, and food!
All welcome. Free parking on campus.
The History of SR-522 (Bothell Way)
A corridor with a rich past is preparing for its next era of transit with Stride.
By Sound Transit
At Sound Transit, we are always thinking about the future. What is the next Link expansion? How are we better connecting communities to our system? How are things in the region changing and how can we plan to meet those evolving needs?
Stride S3 is a part of that future. When it launches, Stride S3 will be State Route 522’s newest transit and travel choice. But did you know there is over a century's’ worth of transit history along Lake Washington’s north shore?
In fact, the north shore of Lake Washington has been the traditional homelands of Indigenous communities since time immemorial. The “s-tah-PAHBSH, also known as the '’willow people” lived along the shores.
These communities navigated the north shore with canoes and other watercraft, fished the nearby creeks and Lake Washington, traveled between settlements, and engaged in all manners of exchange.
When colonization and industrialization reached the area in the late 19th century, new demands for transportation appeared. Mills, mines, logging sites, farms, and other commercial enterprises emerged and required new modes of transportation to move their materials, products, and people.
Railroads were the choice transit mode of the era. In 1887 the Seattle, Lake Shore, and Eastern Railway reached Bothell.
However, the rail era was short-lived. By the early 20th century, the rise of the automobile replaced the railway as the preferred travel mode for the growing towns along the north shore of Lake Washington.
By 1913, the first county road connected Bothell and present-day Lake Forest Park. Soon after, bus service began, offering locals a transit choice that linked the north shore communities and provided a connection to Seattle.
At Sound Transit, we are always thinking about the future. What is the next Link expansion? How are we better connecting communities to our system? How are things in the region changing and how can we plan to meet those evolving needs?
Stride S3 is a part of that future. When it launches, Stride S3 will be State Route 522’s newest transit and travel choice. But did you know there is over a century's’ worth of transit history along Lake Washington’s north shore?
In fact, the north shore of Lake Washington has been the traditional homelands of Indigenous communities since time immemorial. The “s-tah-PAHBSH, also known as the '’willow people” lived along the shores.
These communities navigated the north shore with canoes and other watercraft, fished the nearby creeks and Lake Washington, traveled between settlements, and engaged in all manners of exchange.
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Logging camp showing log cabin houses, lumber piles, equipment, horses, and crews circa 1900. Photo courtesy Sound Transit |
When colonization and industrialization reached the area in the late 19th century, new demands for transportation appeared. Mills, mines, logging sites, farms, and other commercial enterprises emerged and required new modes of transportation to move their materials, products, and people.
Railroads were the choice transit mode of the era. In 1887 the Seattle, Lake Shore, and Eastern Railway reached Bothell.
However, the rail era was short-lived. By the early 20th century, the rise of the automobile replaced the railway as the preferred travel mode for the growing towns along the north shore of Lake Washington.
By 1913, the first county road connected Bothell and present-day Lake Forest Park. Soon after, bus service began, offering locals a transit choice that linked the north shore communities and provided a connection to Seattle.
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In the decades that followed, the rise of private car ownership began to reshape travel patterns in the region. There were still local transit options during this time, but fast, reliable service connecting the north shore communities to the broader region remained inadequate.
In the late 20th century, the greater Puget Sound region experienced tremendous population growth, much of which took place in the north shore communities. As more people took residence in this area, the lack of sufficient regional transit only become more clear.
In 1996, voters responded to the issue by approving the Sound Transit system. In the following years, Sound Transit provided temporary service to fill the transit gaps. For example, Sound Transit launched the ST Express 522 bus route, connecting Woodinville to downtown Seattle. This route has been a critical connector along the north shore for the past three decades, carrying thousands of travelers per day.
But the public was not completely satisfied. After another 20 years of sustained population growth, voters doubled down on transit and approved the ST3 package, setting the stage for the next era in transit for the north shore communities and SR-522.
Sound Transit’s Stride bus rapid transit (BRT) is part of the ST3 package. When it launches in 2028, Stride S3 will connect communities in Bothell, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, north Seattle, and Shoreline to the broader regional transit system.
Arriving every 10 to 15 minutes, 17+ hours a day, the new electric battery-powered busses will utilize dedicated lanes and prioritized signals at key intersections to cut travel times and provide a more reliable transit option.
The cities along the north shore continue to grow, and more people are moving to the area, adding more cars (and traffic) to the roads. As communities change, so must our transit solutions. Stride is proud to be a part of the next chapter in the long and storied past of the communities along SR-522.
RAINBOW BINGO at the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center March 13, 2026
RAINBOW BINGO at the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center is hosting its monthly RAINBOW BINGO fundraiser with the fabulous Sylvia O’Stayformore on Friday, March 13, 2026—doors open at 6:00pm and games begin at 7:00pm!
Get ready for ten lively rounds of bingo, prizes, and a few musical numbers.
The event takes place at the southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus 18560 1st Ave NE #1, Shoreline, WA 98155.
Admission is $20 and includes reserved seating, entertainment, and loaded nachos; bingo cards are $10 at the door (cash or check only, per Washington State Gambling Commission).
This is a 21+ event, and the cash bar will be open—get your tickets today!
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day 2026 with Irish Dance Open House and Grand Studio Opening
EDMONDS, WA — This March, a true Irish experience with dance, music and pure energetic fun comes to Perrinville as the Carroll-Henderson School of Irish Dance celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a special community Open House — and the grand opening of its beautiful new studio location.On Sunday, March 8, 2026, families are invited to leap into the world of Irish dance with free classes designed especially for young dancers.
Whether it’s tiny toes just learning to jump or older students ready to try their first jig, there is a class for everyone.
This Open House is a festive St. Patrick’s Day celebration, bringing together Irish music, movement and community in the heart of Perrinville.
Open House Schedule – March 8, 2026
● 9:30–10:00 AM — Ages 1.5–2
● 10:00–10:30 AM — Ages 3–4
● 10:30–11:00 AM — Ages 5–6
● 11:00–11:30 AM — Ages 7+
At Carroll-Henderson, students explore the traditional, artistic and competitive elements of Irish dancing in a welcoming community. The school welcomes dancers of all backgrounds and all ages — no Irish heritage required — just a willingness to move, learn, and have fun.
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Open House Schedule – March 8, 2026
● 9:30–10:00 AM — Ages 1.5–2
● 10:00–10:30 AM — Ages 3–4
● 10:30–11:00 AM — Ages 5–6
● 11:00–11:30 AM — Ages 7+
At Carroll-Henderson, students explore the traditional, artistic and competitive elements of Irish dancing in a welcoming community. The school welcomes dancers of all backgrounds and all ages — no Irish heritage required — just a willingness to move, learn, and have fun.
Families attending the Open House will:
- Tour the brand-new Perrinville studio
- Meet instructors
- Experience a sample class
- Learn about spring and summer enrollment
Location:
For more information, contact:
Carroll-Henderson School of Irish Dance offers traditional, artistic, and competitive Irish dance instruction for dancers ages 1.5 through adult. Enrollment for spring and summer 2026 is now open.
- Lauren Carroll-Bolger carrollhendersonsid@gmail.com
Carroll-Henderson School of Irish Dance offers traditional, artistic, and competitive Irish dance instruction for dancers ages 1.5 through adult. Enrollment for spring and summer 2026 is now open.
March Blood Drives in Shoreline
The mobile crews from Bloodworks Northwest will be in Shoreline three times in March, rebuilding supplies from the "Code Red" shortages of January and February.
They are eager to welcome back the many first-time donors that came out during the holidays, and to urge them and long-time donors to spread the word and invite family and friends to join in this life-saving act.
Donating blood takes only an hour or less.
People ages 16 and 17 and over 125 lbs may donate with written parental permission; all donors need to bring photo ID.
Appointments are highly recommended, but walk-ups are taken on a space-available basis. Go to www.bloodworksnw.org or call 1-800-398-7888.
Donation opportunities in Shoreline:
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Donation opportunities in Shoreline:
- Richmond Beach, Saturday, March 14, 9am to 3pm
- Fircrest School, Tuesday, March 17, 9am to 3pm
- Dale Turner YMCA, Friday, March 27, 8am to 2pm
Bloodworks has brick-and-mortar donation centers handy to Shoreliners at the corner of Highway 99 and 196th in Lynnwood, and at the corner of Northgate Way and Stone Ave N in Seattle.
See www.bloodworksnw.org for dates, times, open hours, and exact locations.
Come learn all the ways you can use nature to water your garden
March 25, 2026
6:30–8:00pm
at North City Water District
1519 NE 177th St in Shoreline
About this Class
Gardening in the Pacific Northwest presents many water related challenges—from too much stormwater, and drainage problems, to increasingly more instances of drought.
About The Presenter
Jessi Bloom is a best-selling author, award-winning ecological landscape designer, certified arborist and speaker. She is the owner of N.W. Bloom EcoLogical Services, based near Seattle, which is known as an innovator and leader in the field of permaculture, sustainable landscape design, construction and land management.
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6:30–8:00pm
at North City Water District
1519 NE 177th St in Shoreline
Savvy Gardener class attendees love our new big presentation screen!
About this Class
Gardening in the Pacific Northwest presents many water related challenges—from too much stormwater, and drainage problems, to increasingly more instances of drought.
Join Jessi Bloom to learn smart watering techniques—including the basics of rain gardens, rain collection, drainage solutions, and great drought-tolerant plants for every garden—so you can use nature to water your garden!
Class is free, but you must register to attend.
Contact us in advance by email to customerservice@northcitywater.org or call our office at 206-362-8100.
Contact us in advance by email to customerservice@northcitywater.org or call our office at 206-362-8100.
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| Jessi Bloom |
Jessi Bloom is a best-selling author, award-winning ecological landscape designer, certified arborist and speaker. She is the owner of N.W. Bloom EcoLogical Services, based near Seattle, which is known as an innovator and leader in the field of permaculture, sustainable landscape design, construction and land management.
Her work has been recognized by government agencies, media and industry organizations, and she is currently serving in several public roles guiding policy as it pertains to ecological conservation and climate change: in King County she sits as an Agricultural Commissioner, she is a board supervisor for King Conservation District and on the WA State DNR Urban Forestry Advisory Council as a representative of ISA.
She is a strong advocate for land access and preservation, food sovereignty, water security and ecological conservation. She lives in Woodinville with her family on their small permaculture farm, which is full of functional gardens and rescue animals.
WSDOT warns of 'unprecedented level of construction activity" over the next two years
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The region's transportation system is at a tipping point. Much of the infrastructure is old, overstressed and operating beyond what it was designed to handle.
Meanwhile, the region's population continues to grow and must be managed safely and strategically. That means adding capacity to roads, improving access and strengthening transit connections.
More information about WSDOT’s efforts were recently shared on the WSDOT blog: “Why so much construction in Puget Sound? What to know about I-5, I-405, SR 520 and more through 2028.”
People should plan ahead and prepare for longer travel times, use alternative routes or consider delaying trips. Real-time travel information is available on the WSDOT mobile app, the WSDOT Travel Center Map or by signing up for WSDOT's email updates.
People should plan ahead and prepare for longer travel times, use alternative routes or consider delaying trips. Real-time travel information is available on the WSDOT mobile app, the WSDOT Travel Center Map or by signing up for WSDOT's email updates.
Both directions of I-405 in Bothell to close for ramp removal, March 7-9 and March 13-16, 2026
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| SR 522 interchange concept map. Courtesy WSDOT |
BOTHELL – Construction across the greater Puget Sound region continues to intensify as multiple projects move forward at the same time. As part of that sustained work, both directions of Interstate 405 in Bothell will fully close during the first two weekends of March so crews can remove the remaining portion of the previous northbound I-405 to State Route 522 ramp over I-405.
Closure details
March 7-9: 6pm Saturday, March 7, to 4am Monday, March 9, crews will close all lanes of northbound I-405 at the SR 522 Interchange and all lanes of southbound I-405 from SR 527 to SR 522 to remove ramp sections over I-405.
March 13-16: 9pm Friday, March 13, to 4am Monday, March 16, crews will close all lanes of northbound I-405 at the SR 522 Interchange and all lanes of southbound I-405 from SR 527 to SR 522. All lanes of southbound I-405 may reopen as early as 9am Sunday, March 15, depending on ramp removal progress.
Ramp closures
Ramp closures are required overnight to restripe the northbound I-405 detour route temporarily to two lanes to increase capacity and again to reset the lanes. Travelers can expect closures of the following ramps overnight:
- The northbound I-405 on-ramp to westbound SR 522
- The eastbound and westbound SR 522 on-ramps to northbound I-405.
- SR 527 on-ramps to southbound I-405.
- Northeast 195th Street on- and off-ramps (exit 24) to southbound I-405.
This work is part of the I-405/Brickyard to SR 527 Improvement Project, which expands and enhances 4.5 miles of I-405 through Bothell. Full closures of I-405 are necessary to keep drivers safe and protect the I-405 bridge deck below the ramp during its removal.
“We learned a lot during the removal of the first few sections of these ramps over SR 522,” said I-405/SR 167 Program Administrator Lisa Hodgson.
“Now we need to close I-405 to remove the remaining portions of ramp. Leveraging our lessons learned from the previous ramp sections, we are able to reduce the time we plan to fully close I-405 on both weekends. However, we still expect these closures to have significant impacts to regional travel."
Detour routes
Signed detour routes will be in place:
- Northbound I-405 nighttime detour: In place while crews restripe lanes for daytime detour and reset lanes before reopening to traffic Monday morning.
- Northbound I-405 daytime detour: Westbound SR 522 traffic will make a right turn at the traffic signal instead of using the merge ramp to help prioritize northbound I-405 traffic.
- Southbound I-405 detour.
Effect on traffic
Detour routes are limited and cannot carry normal I-405 freeway volumes. Travelers should expect 2- to 3-mile backups on I-405 during the full closures. A one-hour delay in both directions is the best-case scenario during peak travel times.
Syre PTA seeks donations for annual auction
We’re seeking donations of goods, services, experiences, or gift certificates from local businesses and community members.
Auction proceeds fund classroom supplies, teacher grants, art programs, field trips, and other essential student needs.
Syre PTA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and all donations are 100% tax-deductible (Tax ID: 91-1102659). Donations received by April 1, 2026 will be recognized in our event program.
Donate here
Thank you for supporting our students and strengthening our community!
Syre Elementary is located at 19545 12th Ave NW, Shoreline, WA 98177
Shoreline Fire responded to 130 calls over the weekend
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| Attic fire in Meridian Park. Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire |
Shoreline Fire reports responding to 130 calls for service between Friday morning, February 27 and midnight Sunday night, March 1, 2026 marking an exceptionally busy weekend for crews.
77 were in Shoreline, 25 in Kenmore and 15 in LFP
The weekend began with a structure fire just before 4:00am Friday in the 1300 block of N 183rd Street in the Meridian Park neighborhood.
Firefighters arrived to find a fully involved attic fire. Crews worked quickly and brought the fire under control within 11 minutes of the first arriving unit. No injuries were reported to the resident or firefighters.
In addition to the structure fire, crews responded to:
- 2 cardiac arrest incidents
- 70 Aid calls
- 28 Medic calls
- 6 automatic fire alarms
- 4 motor vehicle collisions
- 3 mutual aid responses to Snohomish County
- Numerous other service calls throughout the district
- 2 cardiac arrest incidents
- 70 Aid calls
- 28 Medic calls
- 6 automatic fire alarms
- 4 motor vehicle collisions
- 3 mutual aid responses to Snohomish County
- Numerous other service calls throughout the district
"We are proud of the swift, coordinated efforts of our firefighters and paramedics who worked around the clock to serve our community."
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SPD asks public for information about traffic collision that sheared utility pole and injured two
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| Photo courtesy Seattle Police Department |
Seattle Police detectives are asking the public for information about a serious collision February 21, 2026 near Northgate that left one man seriously injured and knocked down a power pole.
Shortly after 11pm, officers responded to reports of a vehicle that struck a power pole near N 107th St and Aurora Ave N.
Investigators determined a 43-year-old man was driving a Volkswagen southbound on Aurora Ave N at a high rate of speed. He struck a southbound Chevrolet near N 107th St. The 66-year-old driver of the Chevrolet was not injured.
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| Photo courtesy Seattle Police Department |
After the initial collision, the Volkswagen crossed the northbound lanes and struck a power pole, shearing it off at the base. After hitting the pole, the Volkswagen rolled and struck a parked Tesla occupied by a 28-year-old man before coming to rest. The Tesla driver was transported via AMR to the hospital.
The adult male passenger of the Volkswagen was pulled from the car but suffered serious injuries from the collision. Seattle Fire Department medics transported him to Harborview Medical Center.
The Volkswagen driver fled the scene on foot. Officers located him a short distance away and took him into custody. Officers observed signs of impairment. A Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) responded to the scene to evaluate the driver.
Traffic Collision Investigation Squad detectives responded and processed the scene.
Police transported and booked the driver into the King County Jail for investigation of vehicular assault.
If you have any additional information about this incident, please contact the Traffic Collision Investigations Squad at 206-684-8923.
Incident Number: 2026-50681/North Precinct/N3
Spring Plant Sale at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden's MsK Nursery – March 27-29, 2026
Spring Into Fresh Blooms and Greenery
The season of renewal is here, and there's no better time to breathe new life into your garden. MsK Nursery is excited to announce its Spring Plant Sale, happening Friday – Sunday, March 27-29, 2026.
Visit us to find PNW natives, plants from the garden’s collection, and rare and unusual species.
Members Pre-Sale: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Members Pre-Sale: Thursday, March 26, 2026
As a special perk, all active members are invited to an exclusive Pre-Sale event on Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 4:00pm – 7:00pm, where members will receive a 15% discount on all plants and garden items. It's the perfect opportunity to get a jumpstart on your spring planting before the crowds.
Event Details:
Don’t miss out on the chance to refresh your garden with beautiful new plants and enjoy the exclusive benefits of being a member.
For more information about the Spring Plant Sale or membership, see the Kruckeberg website and follow us on Facebook
The Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation stewards the City-owned Kruckeberg Botanic Garden in partnership with the City of Shoreline, ensuring this four-acre public garden remains a place of conservation, education, and community connection.
For all inquiries, please contact:
Kruckeberg Staff Email: info@kruckeberg.org
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Event Details:
- Members Pre-Sale: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm (15% off for active members)
- Spring Plant Sale: Friday, March 27, 2026 – Sunday, March 29, 2026
Don’t miss out on the chance to refresh your garden with beautiful new plants and enjoy the exclusive benefits of being a member.
For more information about the Spring Plant Sale or membership, see the Kruckeberg website and follow us on Facebook
The Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation stewards the City-owned Kruckeberg Botanic Garden in partnership with the City of Shoreline, ensuring this four-acre public garden remains a place of conservation, education, and community connection.
For all inquiries, please contact:
Kruckeberg Staff Email: info@kruckeberg.org
Daylight Saving Time kicks off next Sunday, March 8, 2026
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| Graphic courtesy the Farmers Almanac |
Daylight Saving Time kicks off next Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Don't forget to spring forward and set your clocks ahead by 1 hour on Saturday night before bed. Longer evenings ahead—perfect for those sunset walks!
The rare Blood moon will appear March 3, 2026 at 3am in a rare lunar eclipse
In the early hours of March 3, 2026, the Moon will slip completely into Earth’s shadow and glow in deep crimson red during peak totality. This rare and powerful lunar eclipse will be visible across the United States, with timing depending on your time zone.
From the West Coast before dawn to the East Coast near sunrise, skywatchers will have a chance to witness this breathtaking celestial event.
Peak time for the West Coast is 3 - 4am.
Budgeting and Retirement Basics March 11, 2026
As advancements in medicine and technology have increased the average life expectancy in the US, our retirement nest egg needs to reflect these changes.
Add to that the increasing cost of living, and it gets harder to make ends meet.
Join Nathan Spiecker, Financial Educator from the WA State Department of Financial Institutions, for a presentation on budgeting and retirement basics.
We will cover budgeting and saving strategies, how to prepare for retirement, and what resources are available in our local area that can help as we look for ways to economize our lifestyle.
Wednesday March 11, 2026 from 1:00 - 2:30pm
Free
Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536
Free
Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
REGISTRATION: Call or visit the senior center 206-365-1536
For the Birds: Snow Geese Are Still in the Skagit
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| Snow Goose flock landing. Photo by Doug Parrott |
By Christine Southwick
Snow Geese are in their winter grounds in the Skagit Valley, mostly near Stanwood and Fir Island, after having completed their summer breeding on the Russian island of Wrangel.
Snow Geese are a North American species, with both lesser (western), and Greater (eastern) subspecies, all of which breed in various parts of the Arctic Tundra. They will stay until about March.
The Skagit Valley is a major wintering site for Snow Geese, Trumpeter Swans, and Tundra Swans. These birds prefer flat to rolling coastal areas with grasses, sedges, and shallow lakes or streams.
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| Snow Geese showing underwing black wing tips Photo by Elaine Chuang |
Snow Geese, being herbivores, forage by using their sharp beaks to pick up seeds and rip vegetation from the ground. They are very vocal and can be heard more than a mile away from where they are foraging.
Once endangered, these geese have recovered so much that there are often up to 50,000 members here. Their recovery is now often damaging the very fields that they need here.
Snow Geese usually form a lifelong pair bond in their second year and start raising their annual three to five goslings in the third year.
The females return to their hatching grounds to breed their young (this return is called philopatric).
Snow Geese usually form a lifelong pair bond in their second year and start raising their annual three to five goslings in the third year.
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| Snow Geese with landing gears down Photo by Ray Hamlyn |
The babies leave the nest and start feeding themselves within hours of hatching but stay under their parents’ protection for the next two to three years.
So, expect to see juvenile Snow Geese in these flocks.
Occasionally you will see what is called a Blue Goose, which is the dark morph of the Snow Goose (both names come from their plumage).
Occasionally you will see what is called a Blue Goose, which is the dark morph of the Snow Goose (both names come from their plumage).
Both phases of Snow Geese have a black edge along their bills-it almost looks like someone ran a black crayon between the upper and lower bills. Their legs and feet are rose-colored, but their legs and heads are often stained a rusty-brown from the minerals in the soil. Juveniles have duller legs and bill. Snow Geese often feed with other species of wintering geese, like the Greater White-fronted Goose.
It is well worth the trip to go see and hear the flocks. Just remember to pull off these much-used rural roads, stay in/near your car, and respect private property rights. Who knows, you might see another white bird—the Snowy Owl. And know that they will probably start returning to Wrangel Island near the end of March.
It is well worth the trip to go see and hear the flocks. Just remember to pull off these much-used rural roads, stay in/near your car, and respect private property rights. Who knows, you might see another white bird—the Snowy Owl. And know that they will probably start returning to Wrangel Island near the end of March.
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