Travels with Charlie: Battle of the Bands at Animal Acres

Photo by Gordon Snyder

Free, All-ages Community Event at Pfingst Animal Acres Park, 17435 Brookside Blvd NE, Lake Forest Park, WA

Charlie and I headed to Animal Acres for a walk and some sniffs. Spotted this Poster for a summer evening Battle of the Bands at our park.

Park gates open at 4:00pm and music starts at 5:00pm. This free, all-ages community event features seven finalist bands competing live.

Hope you can stop by…

Gordon Snyder

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Jazz Walk - photos and survey

Booths, food, people, all to the tune of lively jazz music

By Diane Hettrick

Photos by Relaena Sindelar, Sindelar Communications & Marketing

Survey

This year's Jazz Walk was a wonderful combination of street scene and intimate indoor settings. Thanks to Rod Dembowski and the City of Shoreline, five blocks of 15th NE in the North City Business District were pedestrian only for the night.

Shear Jazz at the Frank Lumber outdoor venue

Foot Stompers - next to the Rotary Beer Garden

The street was full of music with Foot Stompers and Shear Jazz playing sets at a venue created from a parking lot at Frank Lumber annex. 

Beer drinkers could sit inside the fence and sip a cool brew from the Rotary Clubs of Shoreline and Lake Forest Park.

In line at the food trucks

By far the biggest crowds were in the lines for the food trucks. Jazz Bites were available at street stations. Mexican Food and Jeremy's Chicken at the trucks. Cookie dough treats in another food truck.

Face painting - wearable art

A Creative in action

Kids had a good time creating art or wearing art from the very popular face painting set up. Some just used chalk to make street art.

Ranger Rearranger at Sodam Chicken

Inside venues were quiet as people absorbed the sounds. Several places had drinks and food. Others were just for the performances.

Pearl Django

Perennial favorite Pearl Django played at the North City Bistro.

It was far better to have a street closure than a pandemic closure. This was possibly the most popular Jazz Walk to date. 

Plan on next year and we'll all do it again.

And speaking of next year, help the planners by taking this survey, which will be open for just a few days.

It doesn't take more than a minute or two: SURVEY

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The Works is open for shopping on August 30, 2026 from 9am to noon

The Shoreline Council PTA clothing room, The Works, will be open on Sunday, August 30, 2026 from 9:00am until noon for back to school shopping for Shoreline School District students. Please arrive by 11:15am in order to have time to shop. Plan on spending about 30 minutes shopping to make room for other families.

We would love to have volunteers during this time to help us sort donations and volunteers to take discards to thrift stores. No need to sign up, just come! We will also be accepting donations from 9:00am to noon on the 30th.

Our regular Wednesday hours will start on September 9th, we will be open from 6:30 to 8:00pm when school is in session. Thank you to all of our volunteers and donors for helping put clothes and shoes on Shoreline students!

The Works is located at the north end of the Shoreline Center at 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

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Outdoor movie night Sunday at Horizon View Park August 23, 2026

Free outdoor movie night Sunday August 23, 2026 at Horizon View Park 19845-20099 47th Ave NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155

Featured movie: Wild Robot (PG)

Sponsored by the Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation.

Bring a blanket or chair. Snacks available for purchase. Donations appreciated.

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Puzzle Exchange at Third Place Commons

Ann Corbett with her Little Free Puzzle Library
at Third Place Commons

LFP resident Ann Corbett worked with staff to bring a Little Free Puzzle Library to Third Place Commons!

Enjoy these puzzles (for all ages and skill levels!) in the Commons, at home or elsewhere. 

Based on the Little Free Book mini libraries, it has puzzles on a bring one - take one basic.

"What a wonderful addition to this community-driven space! Thanks, Ann!"

Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange

Third Place Commons is the organization that provides events and community space in Lake Forest Park Town Center at the intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE. 

It is housed in the upper, main building, across from Third Place Books.

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Shoreline City Council opposes Washington State Initiative Nos. IL26-638 and IL26-001

Shoreline City Council

On Monday, August 17, 2026, the Shoreline City Council adopted Resolution 567 opposing the passage of Washington State ballot initiative numbers IL26-638 and IL26-001.

Initiative No. IL26-638

Initiative No. Il26-638 would prohibit biologically male students from competing in certain interschool individual or team athletic activities intended for female students only. It would require all female students, and only female students, who wish to participate in interscholastic athletics to provide, as part of the required routine sports physical examination, additional physical, genetic, or hormonal tests in order to be determined as not “biologically male,” as defined by the Initiative’s language.

Initiative No. IL26-001

Initiative No. IL26-001 would re-enact certain rights of parents and guardians of public school children set forth in Initiative 2081, passed in 2024 and known as the Washington Declaration of Parental and Legal Guardian Rights. the impact of Initiative No. IL26-001 would be to reduce or altogether eliminate the possibility of confidential support within a public-school environment for LGBTQIA2S+ youth.

Resolution 567

RCW 29B.45.010
State law (RCW 29B.45.010(1)) authorizes the City Council to take action to support or oppose a ballot measure so long as (a) the agenda includes the title and number of the ballot proposition, and (b) members of the public and councilmembers are afforded an approximately equal opportunity to express an opposing view. The Council discussed Resolution 567 during their regular Council meeting on August 8 and provided an opportunity for Councilmembers and members of the public to express opposing views.

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How Roundabouts work

How roundabouts work

Multi-lane roundabout? Choose your lane before you enter.

A key difference with multi-lane roundabouts is that you need to pick the right lane before you enter.

As you approach:

• Slow down and look for signs and pavement markings.
• Choose your lane based on where you’re going.
• Yield to all traffic already in the roundabout, including vehicles in the inside lane that might be exiting.
• Enter when there is a safe gap.

Once you’re inside the roundabout, don’t stop or switch lanes. Keep going and use your turn signal when you’re ready to exit.

Remember, signs and pavement markings are there to help you. Follow them instead of making a last-minute lane change.

More tips here

--City of Shoreline

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Cedar Grove Composting Annual Golf Tournament in support of Banchero Disability Partners

Teeing Up for Change at the Cedar Grove Composting Annual Golf Tournament!

It's more than just a day on the greens, it's your opportunity to enjoy yourself while making a meaningful difference! Every swing contributes to Banchero Disability Partners and their efforts to empower individuals with disabilities. So, whether you’re an experienced golfer or simply joining for the experience, unite with us to transform each putt into a force for positive change!
Date: September 30, 2026
Location: The Golf Club at Newcastle 15500 Six Penny Ln, Newcastle, WA 98059
Time: 11am to 8pm
Register Now
Swing into action and be part of something amazing! It's about driving change and making an impact. Join us, support innovative programs, and help build a brighter, more inclusive future!

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Office of Law Enforcement Oversight: Community-driven recommendations aim to improve Sheriff’s Office response to federal immigration enforcement

Last week, the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) provided the King County Sheriff’s Office (Sheriff’s Office) with seven community-informed recommendations in a report on responding to increased federal immigration enforcement within the County. 

The recommendations aim to strengthen the Sheriff’s Office’s current policy to be more responsive to community needs, expand community education and outreach, and promote understanding by clarifying the existing policy language.

OLEO partnered with The Arc of King County, Congolese Integration Network, Eastside For All, Look2Justice, People Power Washington, and Urban Family to create this report. OLEO also consulted with the Sheriff’s Office to clarify its current practices.

“OLEO is grateful to its organizational partners and all the community members who participated in our outreach efforts,” said OLEO Director Tamer Abouzeid.

“The feedback we received from the online survey and group listening sessions was invaluable and lead to recommendations that help the Sheriff’s Office be more responsive to community needs.”

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests at community sites, like schools and workplaces, have dramatically increased since 2025. As ICE arrests have intensified, community members have formed coalitions to protect immigrants and refugees. But there continues to be confusion and uncertainty about the role of local law enforcement, like the Sheriff’s Office, in responding to federal immigration enforcement.

“It’s important for the Sheriff’s Office’s policies to reflect what communities need in the face of increasingly aggressive immigration enforcement,” said Angela Ngiangi Diansasila of the Congolese Integration Network, a partner non-profit based in South King County serving immigrants and refugees.

“These recommendations help the Sheriff’s Office achieve more with their immigration policies and better protect vulnerable immigrant and refugee groups.”

“Through our outreach, community members and advocates shared with us how intensified immigration enforcement has made them fearful of contacting law enforcement or other public agencies for assistance, making it crucial for the King County Sheriff’s Office to expand its outreach to address community fears in accessible ways,” said Angelica Maria Gonzalez Graham from Eastside For All, a partner organization that seeks to ensure racial, economic, and social justice for communities of color.

“The report includes recommendations for how the Sheriff’s Office can share information with communities that need it and clarify the Sheriff’s Office’s role in supporting communities targeted by harmful immigration enforcement practices.”

Community-based organizations that are interested in partnering with OLEO to deliver equitable, collaborative recommendations as part of future projects can complete this form or reach out to OLEOpolicy@kingcounty.gov.

Resources: Full report here.

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Preview of Autumn at Sky Nursery

 

Photo by RJ Perna

RJ Perna got a preview of Autumn when he visited Sky Nursery.

Photo by RJ Perna

Note the beautiful blue sky in the background. No signs of wildfire smoke.

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

However, the sunset was a mixed message. The sun is yellow (good) but the sky is gray (suspicious). There still many be smoke in the atmosphere.

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Ballinger Thriftway raffle for Seahawks jerseys

Ballinger Thriftway 20150 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

 SEAHAWKS JERSEY GIVEAWAY! 

Want to score one of these awesome Seahawks jerseys? 

 Then come get your raffle tickets!!

Every donation goes directly to our local food bank @concern4neighborsfoodbank and we’ll be matching the final donation amount!

Football season is here!! Don’t miss out on entering for the chance to win a jersey, and supporting our community all in one !

So grab your entries, share with your Seahawks crew, and let’s tackle hunger together! 

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Shoreline Music Summit October 3, 2026

Join Sonic Guild and the Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter on October 3, 2026 for a free music industry conference designed for artists, producers, songwriters, managers, students, and music professionals.

The Summit brings together the region's creative community for a full day of inspiring conversations, practical workshops, networking, and live performances.

Whether you're releasing your first song or growing a long-term career, you'll leave with new ideas, meaningful connections, and actionable tools to support your next chapter. We are grateful for the support of 4culture and our other community partners.

Here are the details:
Saturday October 3, 2026
11am to 9pm
Bracken Building 6000, Shoreline Community College 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133
Free with RSVP

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Move Into Stillness: a women's gathering of movement and rest, September 20, 2026

Summer was full, and back to school is already here. If you have spent the last few months caretaking for everyone around you, this is your invitation to be cared for.

Shakti Sisters invites women across North Seattle and Shoreline to Move Into Stillness on Saturday, September 20, 2026.

We start by dancing. The kind where nobody is watching and nobody cares how it looks. Come shake off your joy, your frustration, your grief, all of it. This is a place where you can anchor in all of that, in community with other women.

The session closes with yoga nidra, a guided deep rest that leaves most women feeling lighter than they have in months.

All women are welcome, whether you dance all the time or have not moved freely in years. The event runs on a sliding scale, so cost is never the reason to stay home.

Bring a sister and register to save your spot.

Sunday September 20, 2026 from 3:00pm – 5:30pm
Columbia Bank Northgate
828 NE Northgate Way, Seattle WA 98125

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