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| Photo copyright Gloria Z. Nagler |
Note the bug delicately tiptoeing across the plant...
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Gloria's Insects: Guess I'm not the only one who notices Spring's blossoms...
World Collage Day Art-Making Party Saturday May 11, 2024 at ShoreLake Arts Gallery
World Collage Day Art-Making Party
Saturday, May 11, 2024
12:00pm - 2:00pm
FREE World Collage Day Event with artist Elsa Bouman @elsa_bouman at ShoreLake Arts Gallery in the Town Center at Lake Forest Park, inside the mall, lower level
She's baaaack! Join artist Elsa Bouman for a fun collage project. All supplies are provided (first come, first served) so just bring your smile and get ready to create with paper and glue! Scissors are not required for little ones. All ages and experience levels are welcome.
PLUS Make-Your-Own Collage Kit! Participants will get a chance to build their own ephemera kits at the end of the workshop so the creativity can continue at home.
About World Collage Day
World Collage Day is an annual, international celebration of collage on the Second Saturday of May.
Initiated by Kolaj Magazine in 2018, we invited artists and art venues to hold events on that day to celebrate collage. World Collage Day is about artists connecting across borders against a global context of entrenchment and separation.
And the day is about an art medium that excels at bringing different things together to create new forms and new ways of thinking.
Ric Kasini Kadour, the editor of Kolaj Magazine, writes, “We created World Collage Day because we wanted to honour this community of artists and to remind the world what a spirit of cooperation, mutual support, and creativity can look like.”
Spring Plant Sale Saturday at Prince of Peace Church May 11, 2024
Homegrown annuals, perennials, vegetable starts, houseplants and Mother's Day gifts at affordable prices.
For more information email: princeofpeaceshoreline@gmail.com
Senior Activity Center Cloggers to perform at Third Place Commons noon Saturday
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| Clogging group in a 2023 performance Photo courtesy Senior Activity Center |
The Senior Activity Center Clogging Group is putting on a show at the Lake Forest Park Third Place Commons this Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12 noon!
Please come out and enjoy a wonderful show Bring friends, family, yourself and enjoy.
Restaurants are adjacent to the performance space and in the first floor wing. The Commons has many tables where you can eat while you enjoy the show.
Third Place Commons is on the upper level of Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park WA 98155.
What Makes a Great Yard a Secret Garden? See tips from the Secret Garden team
What Makes a Great Yard a Secret Garden?
Tips from the Secret Garden selection team
Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Tour, June 15, 2024 9am to 3pm
Tickets are available now for the 2024 garden tour.
Each June, six fabulous Lake Forest Park gardens welcome visitors during the Secret Garden tour. While the garden locations remain secret until the day of the tour, one thing is for certain: garden lovers can count on finding features, plantings and designs to delight their varied preferences. Is this a serendipitous result of just listing a set of nominated gardens?
Choosing the gardens is actually quite a diligent process conducted by two dedicated garden sleuths, Jan and Judy, who are both key members of the 100 year-old LFP garden club.
They receive just a few garden nominations each year. The team must actively solicit garden sites. Year-round, they keep an eye out for potential garden candidates… jotting down addresses of appealing front yards. Jan keeps a notebook in her car, explicitly for that purpose.
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| I am in a garden that you'll see when you tour the Secret Garden in LFP! |
While many of us think of gardens in terms of front or back, the Secret Garden is both, so it is essential that the sleuths view the backyard as well. A knock on the door might bring an invitation, but if no one is home, they’ll leave a note expressing interest as a potential garden candidate.
But first, they’ll garner a sneak peek for a better assessment. This might entail driving uphill to view down into the yard, or wandering around perimeters, peeking around or through holes in fences.
Judy surmises, “the neighbors must wonder” but they have never been reported. Jan laughs, “Just two old ladies…we’re harmless!”
One can wander around Lake Forest Park and spot many beautiful gardens. So, just what makes a nice yard secret-garden worthy?
One can wander around Lake Forest Park and spot many beautiful gardens. So, just what makes a nice yard secret-garden worthy?
Lovely front and back yards are a given, but what makes a garden really pop is something unusual or surprising. This might be a highlight such as hardscaping or water features, or small details…. perhaps an interesting rain drain, statuary, or use of artificial turf. Round a corner and you may find a little gnome or a carved bear hanging out in a tree.
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| I am in a garden that you'll see when you tour the Secret Garden in LFP! |
People vary in how they define the perfect yard: some enjoy foodscapes with an emphasis on vegetables and fruits, others prefer formal designs, and still others, natural landscapes.
Respect for individual preferences is just one way that demonstrates how consideration of the visitor experience is built into the process. The team includes checks for ease of parking, accessibility to the site, and potential safety hazards, all of which even the most fabulous garden must pass for selection.
The 2024 Secret Garden selection is now finalized and can be viewed during the Secret Garden tour on June 15, 2024.
The 2024 Secret Garden selection is now finalized and can be viewed during the Secret Garden tour on June 15, 2024.
As you visit the gardens, perhaps you might spot certain features that captivated Jan and Judy as well. And remember, the search for 2025 begins in July… feel free to nominate your own or a neighbor’s garden (info@LFPgardentour.com or fill in a form at one of this year’s garden sites).
For more information about the Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Garden Tour, click here.
Motivated by Jan and Judy’s activities and want to get involved?
Motivated by Jan and Judy’s activities and want to get involved?
We’re looking for volunteers for this year’s Secret Garden tour. No garden or plant experience needed! Contact: info@LFPgardentour.com
Spirit Whales and Sloth Tales: Fossils of Washington State
Spirit Whales and Sloth Tales: Fossils of Washington State
Friday, May 17, 11am-12pm
Location: - Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98155
- southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus.
- Free parking.
No matter where you wander in Washington, you are never very far from the past and the evidence of the plants and animals that came before. Join co-author David B. Williams as he discusses this amazing array of past life, featured in a new book, Spirit Whales and Sloth Tales: Fossils in Washington State.
David B. Williams is an author, naturalist and tour guide whose award-winning books include, Homewaters: A Human and Natural History of Puget Sound, Too High and Too Steep: Reshaping Seattle’s Topography and Seattle Walks: Discovering History and Nature in the City.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library and the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center.
Registration required
Shoreline Fire honors their own
Shoreline Fire held their “Of the Year (2023) Awards” ceremony this last weekend.
2023 Paramedic of the Year Ed Horstman with Chief Cowan
2023 Officer of the Year Lt. Blake Pritchett with Chief Cowan
2023 Administrator of the Year Gina Chanthavong with Chief Cowan
These individuals were nominated by their peers.
2023 Firefighter of the Year Tommy Guttu with Chief Cowan
2023 Driver/Engineer of the Year Rob Heib
They are fantastic employees and we are happy to recognize their efforts!
Kenmore special events calendar June to December
Full schedule below and event details here: Special Events webpage.
June:
1 - Raising of the Pride Flag
5 - Kenmore Farmers Market
12 - Kenmore Farmers Market
19 - Kenmore Farmers Market & Juneteenth Celebration
26 - Kenmore Farmers Market
July:
3- Kenmore Farmers Market
4 - 4th of July Fireworks
10 - Kenmore Farmers Market
11 - Summer Concert Series
17 - Kenmore Farmers Market & Movies @ Town Square
18 - Summer Concert Series
24 - Kenmore Farmers Market
25 - Summer Concert Series
31 - Kenmore Farmers Market
August:
1 - Summer Concert Series
7 - Kenmore Farmers Market & National Night Out
10 - Play Day @ Rhododendron Park
14 - Kenmore Farmers Market & Movies @ Town Square
21 - Kenmore Farmers Market
28 - Kenmore Farmers Market
September:
21 - Fly Away 5K with the Bothell Kenmore Chamber
October:
19 - Jack Crawford Day
December:
1 - 31 Winter Porch Light Parade
7 - Holiday Event
Community Emergency Radio and Family Communication Class May 21, 2024
This Free class is open to all Northshore and surrounding community residents.
In this class, you will learn to set up a Family Emergency Communication Plan, where to get Local News and Information, how to operate FRS/GMRS handheld radios during a community emergency and setting up a Neighbor-to-Neighbor Network with your radio.
In this class, you will learn to set up a Family Emergency Communication Plan, where to get Local News and Information, how to operate FRS/GMRS handheld radios during a community emergency and setting up a Neighbor-to-Neighbor Network with your radio.
This class is essential to your basic community preparation skills and no previous radio experience is required.
Please complete this application to enroll in the NEMCo's Community Emergency Radio and Family Communication Class :
Date: Tuesday May 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Fire Station 51 in Kenmore - 7220 NE 181st St, Kenmore WA 98028.
For more information email OpsNEMCo@gmail.com
Please complete this application to enroll in the NEMCo's Community Emergency Radio and Family Communication Class :
Date: Tuesday May 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Fire Station 51 in Kenmore - 7220 NE 181st St, Kenmore WA 98028.
For more information email OpsNEMCo@gmail.com
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Mother's Day Plant Sale, May 10th-12th, 10am-5pm. at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
Swing by MsK Nursery at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden for the Mother's Day Plant Sale, May 10-12, 2024 10am-5pm.
Elevate a loved one’s garden game with our upcoming Mother's Day Plant Sale!
Discover the lush beauty of spring in our collection of trees, shrubs, perennials, houseplants, and more.
This year we are proud to include hypertufa containers filled with plants, handcrafted right here in Shoreline.
All active members receive 15% off and are invited to the pre-sale on May 9th at 4-7pm!
Not a member yet? You can join here
All sales and memberships support the work of the Garden – thanks for your support!
For questions about our inventory, please email nursery@kruckeberg.org, or call 206-546-1281, and follow the extension for MsK Nursery.
You might like to look at the Ms K Nursery webpage before you go.
Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
March - October: 10am-5pm
November - February: 10am-3pm
Admission is free, but a donation is appreciated!
All active members receive 15% off and are invited to the pre-sale on May 9th at 4-7pm!
Not a member yet? You can join here
All sales and memberships support the work of the Garden – thanks for your support!
For questions about our inventory, please email nursery@kruckeberg.org, or call 206-546-1281, and follow the extension for MsK Nursery.
You might like to look at the Ms K Nursery webpage before you go.
Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
March - October: 10am-5pm
November - February: 10am-3pm
Admission is free, but a donation is appreciated!
Take Me Out To Twin Ponds - May 11, 2024
Community Work Party at Twin Ponds North
Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:30am - 12:30pm
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As we continue to work at Twin Ponds, we welcome everyone to join us in digging up non-native plants, listening to the songbirds, and feeling the warmth of the sun, all of this, and an opportunity to connect with other members of the community.
We meet on the far NW side of the park, along 155th street, west of the parking lot.
All that is needed is a pair of gloves and a water bottle.
Please share this invitation with others.
~ Your Support Matters ~
Gilbert & Sullivan recital at Richmond Beach Congregational Church
Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the RBCC Players, the Recital Series at Richmond Beach Congregational Church continues with a collaboration with the RBCC Players with a retrospective concert performance of Gilbert and Sullivan favorites!
Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 3:00pm
As we mark the milestone of forty years, we are thrilled to announce a Recital on Sunday, May 12, 2024 Mother's Day.
Join us for an enchanting evening featuring songs from HMS Pinafore, Pirates of Penzance, and Trial by Jury performed by the remarkable talents of several of our RBCC Players.
Free - with donations gratefully accepted
Location:
Richmond Beach Congregational Church, United Church of Christ
1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline, WA 98177
Richmond Beach Congregational Church, United Church of Christ
1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline, WA 98177
What happened to Barbara McClure? King County Police working 1978 cold case
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| Barbara McClure went missing in 1978 Photo courtesy KCSO |
Barbara McClure was last seen walking home from the Fandango Disco inside the Sirloin Inn at the Lake Forest Park Shopping Center on November 2, 1978.
She had arrived at the disco with a co-worker, and they met other friends there. Witnesses reported that Barbara had a verbal argument with her co-worker, and she said that she would walk home.
She ended up walking home, despite her friends trying to give her a ride. She was last seen by a friend walking in the 16500 block of Bothell Way NE walking toward her residence, which was about five miles away in Seattle. Barbara was reported missing the next day by her roommate.
On November 11, 1978, her driver’s license was found near the intersection of I-5 and I-405 in Snohomish county.
She was last seen wearing rust colored corduroy pants; wide striped rust & green blouse; short black leather jacket; tan mid-calf boots with 2” heel and a brown cloth purse with shoulder strap.
Name: Barbara Annette McClure (Anderson)
Age: 24
Blue eyes; dark brown hair
5’5” tall; 120 lbs.
Age: 24
Blue eyes; dark brown hair
5’5” tall; 120 lbs.
If you have any information about this incident, please contact the King County Sheriff's Office at 206-263-2090 or email mcutips@kingcounty.gov. Case number: 78-182215
For the Birds: Yellow Birds - Oh So Pretty!
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| Orange-crowned Warbler Phoro by Dan Streiffert |
By Christine Southwick
How many local insect-eating yellow birds can you identify?
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| Townsend's Warbler Photo by Craig Kerns |
Yellow-Rumped Warbler can be found all year long, though less common here in the summer since they go north to breed. They love to eat bugs in flowering trees.
Orange-crowned Warbler—olive yellowish green above with yellow below, with a small erectable orange crown on males. Found here from late March thru usually September.
Wilson’s Warbler usually arrive here about April and leave September-ish. They prefer willow and alder stands in dense moist areas. Fountains and bird baths will likely lure them into your yard.
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| Wilson's Warbler Photo by Elaine Chuang |
They usually perch in trees with yellow tints (like willows) during migration which makes them hard to see.
They can be found locally in high forested areas of Washington, especially in Ponderosa-pine and Douglas-fir forests (like Roslyn).
The sound of fountains often attracts them to yards while migrating.
American Goldfinch are mainly in our area from May through Oct, with some wintering flocks staying and searching for local food. Basically seed-eaters, these finches prefer open areas, and will not come to feeders under branches. They use thistle down to line their nests so nest later than all our other local birds,
American Goldfinch are mainly in our area from May through Oct, with some wintering flocks staying and searching for local food. Basically seed-eaters, these finches prefer open areas, and will not come to feeders under branches. They use thistle down to line their nests so nest later than all our other local birds,
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| Yellow Warbler, male, Photo by Tony Varela |
Pine Siskin intermittently can be here all year long, often in numbers. They are finches with narrow bills, and yellow streaks on flanks and tails.
Evening Grosbeak can be seen intermittently all year. They arrive at feeders in numbers, with the males being a bright yellow and black, the females being brownish gray with a dark head and yellow underwing coloring. They love spruce budworm. Their large bills are indeed gross beaks.
Golden-crowned Kinglet a small yellow-tinged, fluttering insect-eating bird frequently near human habitat. Usually high in the canopies during the summer they come down lower during the winter when they may join mixed flocks.
Common Yellowthroat can be heard (witchity, witchity), and maybe seen, in wet marshy areas from early April through September.
Save birds by saving insects!
Previous columns by Christine Southwick can be viewed here.
Former Boy Scout volunteer sentenced to 22 years in prison for hiding cameras in camp bathrooms
Judge Sippel also ordered David Lee Nelson to pay $55,000 in special assessments that will go to a fund for victims and prevention programs and $6,810 to pay for counseling for his victims.
After he gets out of prison, Nelson will be on supervised release for life, with special conditions that include a prohibition against any contact with minors without permission.
Nelson hid two cameras in bathrooms at the S Bar F Scout Ranch in St. Francois County in July of 2021 while working there as a volunteer. Nelson hid the cameras in paper towel dispensers, positioning them so they would capture a shower stall and other portions of the bathroom.
One camera was discovered when a scout leader and scouts were cleaning out one of the restroom stalls. A search uncovered another camera, and leaders then called the St. Francois County Sheriff’s Department.
Nelson hid two cameras in bathrooms at the S Bar F Scout Ranch in St. Francois County in July of 2021 while working there as a volunteer. Nelson hid the cameras in paper towel dispensers, positioning them so they would capture a shower stall and other portions of the bathroom.
One camera was discovered when a scout leader and scouts were cleaning out one of the restroom stalls. A search uncovered another camera, and leaders then called the St. Francois County Sheriff’s Department.
When questioned later by a sheriff’s deputy after being spotted near the bathrooms, Nelson lied and said he was looking for a cell phone charger that he’d left in the stall.
During Thursday’s hearing, victims and their parents said Nelson was supposed to be protecting the scouts and was supposed to be someone children could trust. Nelson’s crimes, they said, have now left them unable to trust others. The victims also said they now experience fear and discomfort every time they try to use a public bathroom.
Nelson, 41, of Redmond, Washington, pleaded guilty in January to two counts of production of child pornography and two counts of attempted production of child pornography.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice.
During Thursday’s hearing, victims and their parents said Nelson was supposed to be protecting the scouts and was supposed to be someone children could trust. Nelson’s crimes, they said, have now left them unable to trust others. The victims also said they now experience fear and discomfort every time they try to use a public bathroom.
Nelson, 41, of Redmond, Washington, pleaded guilty in January to two counts of production of child pornography and two counts of attempted production of child pornography.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice.
Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and the Department of Justice Criminal Division's Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state and local resources to better locate, apprehend and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the Internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims.
Free event celebrates Mexican culture through music and dance - May 16, 2024 at the Moore Theatre in Seattle
Seattle Theatre Group Presents
México en el Corazón
May 16, 2024
The Moore Theatre 1932 2nd Ave, Seattle WA 9810
This event takes place in Seattle, sponsored by several local Shoreline businesses. This is a free event celebrating the Mexican culture through music and dance at the Moore Theater on May 16, 2024 at 7:00pm.
Tickets must be secured in advance through the STG website. GET TICKETS
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Doors at 6:00pm
Show at 7:00pm
All General Admission
All Ages, Bar w/ Valid ID
Todas las edades / Bar con identificación válida
Evento gratuito con boletos. Boletos disponible miércoles 30 de abril a las 12:00
Free ticketed event. Tickets available Tuesday, April 30 at 12:00pm
*Por favor llegue temprano ya que no se garantizan asientos después de las 6:30pm
*Please arrive early, as seating is not guaranteed after 6:30pm
Vive la vibrante cultura de México a través de una cautivadora noche de música y danza. "México en el Corazón" celebra las ricas tradiciones y folklore de este hermoso paÃs con la música, la danza y los colores de los estados de Nuevo León, Michoacán, Baja California y Jalisco. Con la participación del aclamado Ballet Folclórico Guadalajara, el Mariachi Juvenil Colotlán y el grupo norteño Pepe y sus Pepillos, quienes viajan desde México.
Este evento es gratuito para la comunidad gracias a nuestros patrocinadores locales: The Jalisco Club, Consejo de Federaciones Jaliscienses of Washington State, Seattle Theatre Group, North American Institute for Mexican Advancement (NAIMA), Mazatlan Mexican Restaurants, La Palmera Mexican Restaurant, Agave Cocina and Cantina, Toreros Mexican Restaurant, Softec Services, Chempros, y El Dorado Tortilla
Experience the vibrant culture of Mexico through a captivating evening of music and dance. México en el Corazón celebrates the rich traditions and folklore of this beautiful country with the music, dance and colors of the states of Nuevo León, Michoacán, Baja California and Jalisco. Featuring Ballet Folclórico Guadalajara, Mariachi Juvenil Colotlán and norteño group Pepe y sus Pepillos.
This event is free for the community thanks to our local sponsors: The Jalisco Club, Consejo de Federaciones Jaliscienses of Washington State, Seattle Theatre Group, North American Institute for Mexican Advancement (NAIMA), Mazatlan Mexican Restaurants, La Palmera Mexican Restaurant, Agave Cocina and Cantina, Toreros Mexican Restaurant, Softec Services, Chempros, and El Dorado Tortilla
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Doors at 6:00pm
Show at 7:00pm
All General Admission
All Ages, Bar w/ Valid ID
Todas las edades / Bar con identificación válida
Evento gratuito con boletos. Boletos disponible miércoles 30 de abril a las 12:00
Free ticketed event. Tickets available Tuesday, April 30 at 12:00pm
*Por favor llegue temprano ya que no se garantizan asientos después de las 6:30pm
*Please arrive early, as seating is not guaranteed after 6:30pm
Vive la vibrante cultura de México a través de una cautivadora noche de música y danza. "México en el Corazón" celebra las ricas tradiciones y folklore de este hermoso paÃs con la música, la danza y los colores de los estados de Nuevo León, Michoacán, Baja California y Jalisco. Con la participación del aclamado Ballet Folclórico Guadalajara, el Mariachi Juvenil Colotlán y el grupo norteño Pepe y sus Pepillos, quienes viajan desde México.
Este evento es gratuito para la comunidad gracias a nuestros patrocinadores locales: The Jalisco Club, Consejo de Federaciones Jaliscienses of Washington State, Seattle Theatre Group, North American Institute for Mexican Advancement (NAIMA), Mazatlan Mexican Restaurants, La Palmera Mexican Restaurant, Agave Cocina and Cantina, Toreros Mexican Restaurant, Softec Services, Chempros, y El Dorado Tortilla
Experience the vibrant culture of Mexico through a captivating evening of music and dance. México en el Corazón celebrates the rich traditions and folklore of this beautiful country with the music, dance and colors of the states of Nuevo León, Michoacán, Baja California and Jalisco. Featuring Ballet Folclórico Guadalajara, Mariachi Juvenil Colotlán and norteño group Pepe y sus Pepillos.
This event is free for the community thanks to our local sponsors: The Jalisco Club, Consejo de Federaciones Jaliscienses of Washington State, Seattle Theatre Group, North American Institute for Mexican Advancement (NAIMA), Mazatlan Mexican Restaurants, La Palmera Mexican Restaurant, Agave Cocina and Cantina, Toreros Mexican Restaurant, Softec Services, Chempros, and El Dorado Tortilla
LFP Garden Club to hear about Successful Shade Gardens May 14, 2024
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| Trevor Cameron |
We'll discuss different types of shade locations, with an emphasis on dry shade under trees. Discover how shade gardens can be just as beautiful as sun gardens with bold vibrant colors, textures, & more!
Learn all about plants that do well in cool, moist and shady places. Trevor will also share his favorite shade plants and his tips & tricks to have a spectacular shade garden.
We meet on the second Tuesday of the month at the LFP Town Center from 9:30am to do club business. A break for treats and then our speaker at 10:30am.
Location: Town Center, Ballinger and Bothell Way NE, Upper level at the stage area.
All are welcome to visit two times for free and then we ask that you join the club for $35.00 yr. We meet Sept to May. In June and July we have a potluck Picnic and a Garden Party. We also visit three or so gardens of club members.
All levels of gardeners from beginners to expert are welcome. We have great speakers and have a fun time with the members interactions.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Quinn is a Very Very Good Boy sniffing out $3.25 million worth of street drugs
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| K9 Quinn |
The city of Shoreline Police's Special Emphasis Team (SET) conducted a lengthy investigation that recently led to the successful execution of two narcotics operations in south King County.
They targeted a drug trafficking organization involved in the transportation of illegal narcotics from Mexico to King County, including the city of Shoreline.
Just 2mg of fentanyl is lethal to the average person.
The amount of fentanyl powder seized alone is enough to harm millions.
The street value of narcotics from both operations is approximately $3.25 million and included:
- 64.3 pounds of Fentanyl Powder
- 253,704 M30 Fentanyl Pills
- 3.1 pounds of Heroin
- 1.7 pounds of Cocaine
- 1.7 pounds of fentanyl laced cocaine.
- 2.4 pounds of Methamphetamine
- $32,836 in cash
- 2 firearms
- 1 vehicle
Three men were booked into the King County Jail where they remain on bail, in addition to two suspects that are pending charges.
Shoreline Police stated,
"We are incredibly proud of our detectives, their skills and the tireless work that went into uncovering these illegal activities. None of this would be possible without the help of detectives from Precinct-4 (SW King County) and K9 Quinn. We also thank the assistance of our partner agencies and patrol units."
WeatherWatcher: Finally some warm weather and sunshine
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| Sunny Day photo by Carl Dinse |
So the sunny sunshine started Tuesday, after a morning of alternating rain and sun. (If you don't like the weather, wait 15 minutes).
We are expecting a long overdue 5 day period of sunny skies, starting on Wednesday when temperatures are expected to climb into the low to mid 60’s. (Probably ok to plant your tomatoes now)
Thursday through Saturday we will have highs in the mid 70s, with Saturday getting to either side of 80°F.
Then we go back down to the upper 60s and low 70s Sunday through Tuesday.
Currently no rain in sight. (Don't forget to water your tomatoes)
The Lake Forest Park Farmers Market opens this Sunday, May 12, 2024
Since it’s Mother’s Day, be sure to peruse the flowers from Long Farm, Yang Lee Yao Garden, and Yeng Garden for a magnificent array of colorful bouquets. You know the market will be overflowing with spectacular flowers perfect for every mom in your life.
You’ll see many familiar faces among the popular returning farmers like Alvarez Organics, Bautista Farm, Garden Treasures, Martin Family Orchards, Sidhu Farm, and Well Fed Farm. Others like Guerrero, Gypsy Rows, and Hayton Farms will join later as their crops come into season.
There will be no shortage of popular producers at the market with many returning favorites including Greenwood Cider, Honest Mocha, La Pasta, Lopez Island Vineyards, and Tiny Kitchen. If you’re on the hunt for sweet treats, be sure to check out Browned & Toasted, Cake & More, Flutterby Sweets & Treats, JonBoy Caramels, and Pete’s Perfect Toffee. Or if you prefer your snacks savory, head to Cascade Valley Farm (formerly Rainier Salsa), Holmquist Hazelnuts, or The Mediterranean.
If you’re feeling peckish at the market, you’ll be able to grab a bite from Kettle & Pop Popcorn, Ola Mae BBQ, Patty Pan, Seattle Pops, or Wrapped & Roll Lumpia this season. And don’t forget to pick up the catch of the day from the good folks at Wilson Fish.
You’ll also want to welcome market newcomers like Beelicious Honey, Farm Fresh NW, and Hierphant Meadery. And that’s still not the whole list! The market will also be joined by a number of artists and artisans over the course of the season.
From row crops to eggs and meat, hot foods to baked goods, adult beverages to tasty treats, the market will have all this and more. Read the full vendor list here.
Don’t miss opening day and your chance to catch up with your favorite vendors while saying hello to some new ones.
GiveBIG is an annual two-day giving event that provides vital operating funds for nonprofit organizations like Third Place Commons that help our community thrive and grow.
The LFP Farmers Market is a program of Third Place Commons, which has been fostering real community in real space for over twenty years through the farmers market, a safe, welcoming gathering space, and hundreds of free public events each year.
The market takes place in the parking lot of the Town Center at Lake Forest Park, located at 17171 Bothell Way NE at the corner of Bothell Way NE and Ballinger Way NE. See you at the market!
Ukulele For Everyone! at the Richmond Beach Library May 11, 2024
Ukulele For Everyone! at the Richmond Beach Library
Saturday, May 11, 2024, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
For ages 10 and older
Learn and play songs together on the ukulele! At the beginning music instructor Josh Hollingsworth will demonstrate basics for people new to the instrument, then participants will play songs the remainder of the session.
Sheet music provided. We will have several ukuleles available to borrow for the program, or bring your own! No registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Richmond Beach Library
Sponsored by the Friends of the Richmond Beach Library
Lake Forest Park Garden Club annual Plant Sale May 18, 2024
Lake Forest Park Garden Club annual Plant Sale
Saturday May 18, 2024
Hours: 9am to 2pm (or until we run out of plants)
We have a wide variety of plants all grown by our club members. Plants for sun/shade-veggies-bulbs-Ferns-Grasses-Shrubs-Trees-Hanging Baskets, etc. etc..
In addition we have a large collection of 'Tchotchkes' (fun yard art and beautiful pots) with a good selection of Bonsai pots from small to much larger. These are great for succulents as they have very shallow roots.
As a extra, Cedar Schemes donated a beautiful new raised Cedar planter with metal legs. For help with yard work we will have one push lawn mower and a gas powered edger.
We will have a raffle for a basket filled with tons of goodies, things for the gardener and things to eat and drink-tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.
Club members will be wearing green aprons with a LFPGC pin attached to help with questions you may have. We will also have a Master Gardener there.
We will have a raffle for a basket filled with tons of goodies, things for the gardener and things to eat and drink-tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.
Club members will be wearing green aprons with a LFPGC pin attached to help with questions you may have. We will also have a Master Gardener there.
Shoreline Slam high school tennis tournament open for registration
“Hosting a tennis tournament for junior players has been a dream of ours for nearly a decade,” says Rob Mann, tennis coach for Shorecrest High School. “I’m beyond excited that this is the year we’re making it happen.”
Shorewood and Shorecrest High School tennis programs have teamed up to host the first annual Shoreline Slam from Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28, 2024.
The event is open to all high school players in the Pacific Northwest -- those who are entering grades 9-12 in the fall, or who are a 2024 high school graduate.
Players may register for singles, doubles, and mixed doubles play. Divisions include gold, silver and bronze for both singles and doubles. The mixed doubles divisions are gold and silver. Matches will be played at Shorewood High School and Kellogg Middle School courts in Shoreline.
Deadline for entry is July 19, 2024, at 9:00pm Pacific. Draws will be posted on Monday, July 22.
Players may register for singles, doubles, and mixed doubles play. Divisions include gold, silver and bronze for both singles and doubles. The mixed doubles divisions are gold and silver. Matches will be played at Shorewood High School and Kellogg Middle School courts in Shoreline.
“It’s great for local youth tennis players to have a chance to play competitive tennis in the summer,” says Arnie Moreno, tennis coach for Shorewood High School. “We’re grateful to our sponsors at Tennis Center at Sand Point for supporting the event.”
Deadline for entry is July 19, 2024, at 9:00pm Pacific. Draws will be posted on Monday, July 22.
Arrest made in 1984 cold case homicide in Everett WA
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| Judy Weaver was murdered in 1984. Her killer was just arrested Photos courtesy Everett Police |
Judy Weaver was found murdered in her residence on Rucker Ave after the Everett Fire Department was called there to a report of a fire. She co-owned a business on Hewitt Ave and had walked home that night alone after work. Judy was a mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter.
Judy Weaver's family provided the following statement May 6, 2024:
"We want to thank the Everett Police Department, Detective Susan Logoghetti, Prosecutor Craig Matheson, and the Forensic Scientists who have worked so diligently over the years to compile the DNA evidence that ultimately led to an arrest.
"Throughout the years our family has never given up hope. We are very happy there will finally be justice for our mom, Judy."
Everett Police Chief John DeRousse said “Our investigators have worked tirelessly to get justice for Judy Weaver’s family,” “We are incredibly proud of Det. Susan Logothetti for her effort and persistence which ultimately led to the identification and arrest of this suspect.”
Charges were filed against Mitchell Gaff in Snohomish County Superior Court.
Small Space Gardening: Growing Vegetables in Raised Beds and Containers Thursday May 9, 2024
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| Lisa Taylor |
Small Space Gardening: Growing Vegetables in Raised Beds and Containers
Thursday, May 9, 2024,
from 10:30 - 11:30am
Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center
Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center
Registration Required Register here
Join Lisa Taylor, author and garden educator, in a discussion about growing fruits and vegetables in raised beds and containers. Learn how to identify varieties that are best suited for our Northwest climate.
Participants will plant vegetable and flower seeds to take home.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.
Jobs: Gift shop in LFP has opening for part-time sales clerk
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| The Shop by DBD in LFP |
Retail sales position part-time
Salary $19 / hour
We are looking to fill a new retail sales position.
Duties include: opening and closing the shop, keeping it tidy, interacting with customers, running the POS, re-merchandise when needed, etc.
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| The Shop by DBD in Lake Forest Park Town Center |
Hours are Friday and Saturday 12-6, Sundays 10-3, hours subject to change with the season and possible opportunity to add more. Pay is $19/hr.
Must be someone out going and independent. Ideally also interested in art / vintage / local makers.
Please email sylvia@designbydiscovery.com with your resume and why you think you would be a good fit.
Jobs: City of Lake Forest Park - Senior Project Manager
City of Lake Forest Park
Full time / hybrid remote work schedule
Salary $47.38 - $62.48 hourly
First review for applications received by Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
Under the direction of the Project Works Director, the Senior Project Manager performs the more complex, advanced, and senior level coordination, maintenance, management, and oversight of the delivery of assigned projects.
The purpose of the position is to monitor the progress and assist in the execution of public works capital projects including planning, scheduling, coordinating, tracking, and administration; administer project from inception to completion including design, review, public input and meetings, bidding, contract management and project completion; NPDES II compliance coordinator and administration of the capital improvement plan (CIP). This position supervises the Project Manager.
This is a full-time, benefit eligible, non-exempt position eligible for overtime.
Job description and application
Jobs: City of Mountlake Terrace Head Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - 3/4 time
Hourly wage range: $20.95 - $25.75
Published Apr 26, 2024, 08:00 AM
Open until filled
Leadership position responsible for supervising, planning, deck supervision of a lifeguard team and swim instructors.
Position involves responding to any level of incident around the entire facility, reacting efficiently and tactfully with the public and the capability of enforcing regulations firmly and impartially.
Must be patient and enthusiastic while teaching productive swimming lessons to children and adults.
Position also includes opening/closing the facility, lifeguarding assigned areas of an indoor swimming pool facility as well as teaching swim lessons, setting up and cleaning up lesson areas, maintaining communication and relationships with students and parents of their students, and other tasks assigned.
Daytime, evening and/or weekend availability required.
Work hours are subject to change based on program needs; shifts will typically be weekends --Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Job description and Apply through Form Center
Leadership position responsible for supervising, planning, deck supervision of a lifeguard team and swim instructors.
Position involves responding to any level of incident around the entire facility, reacting efficiently and tactfully with the public and the capability of enforcing regulations firmly and impartially.
Must be patient and enthusiastic while teaching productive swimming lessons to children and adults.
Position also includes opening/closing the facility, lifeguarding assigned areas of an indoor swimming pool facility as well as teaching swim lessons, setting up and cleaning up lesson areas, maintaining communication and relationships with students and parents of their students, and other tasks assigned.
Daytime, evening and/or weekend availability required.
Work hours are subject to change based on program needs; shifts will typically be weekends --Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Job description and Apply through Form Center
Jobs: City of Mountlake Terrace Clerk I - Recreation Pavilion - 1/2 time
Salary Hourly wage range: $17.62 - $21.66
Listed: Apr 30, 2024, 09:00 AM
Open until filled
This half-time position performs a variety of customer service functions in support of the Recreation and Parks Department at the Recreation Pavilion.
These functions include answering customer inquiries by telephone and/or person, registering participants for classes/programs, collecting admissions fees, financial deposits, filing, copying, maintaining program information, scheduling facilities for private and public use, and providing food and beverage service at the espresso cart.
Daytime, evening and/or weekend availability required. Work hours are subject to change, daytime, evening and/or weekend availability required.
Job description and Apply through Form Center
Daytime, evening and/or weekend availability required. Work hours are subject to change, daytime, evening and/or weekend availability required.
Job description and Apply through Form Center
Monday, May 6, 2024
Rainbow Bingo at the Senior Activity Center Friday May 10, 2024
RAINBOW BINGO
Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center
holds our monthly fundraiser RAINBOW BINGO
with hostess Sylvia O’Stayformore!
Friday, May 10, 2024
Games start 7pm, doors open at 6:30pm
southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus
Free parking
Participants can expect ten (10) rousing rounds of bingo, complete with prizes and a few musical numbers!
Cost: $20 Admission and $10 at the door for your bingo cards.
The $20 Admission reserves your seats and includes the evening’s entertainment and loaded nachos.
Cost: $20 Admission and $10 at the door for your bingo cards.
The $20 Admission reserves your seats and includes the evening’s entertainment and loaded nachos.
- Register online or
- Call 206-365-1536 if not registering online
$10 Bingo cards must be purchased at the door by cash or check as required by the Washington State Gambling Commission. Bingo is a 21 and over event.
Cash bar will serve beer, wine and Jell-O shots.
Shorewood softball vs Edmonds Woodway 5-3-2024
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| Photo by Chris Stuvek |
Varsity fastpitch softball
at Meridian Park 5-3-2024
Shorewood 14 - Edmonds Woodway 4
Shorewood 14 - Edmonds Woodway 4
Scores
Pitcher(s) and Catcher(s)
Edmonds-Woodway:
- N. Cheeney,
- Z. Glaros (4) and
- C. Ingalls (catcher)
- Emma Kellum (8 K's) and
- Lillian Perrault (catcher)
Highlights
Edmonds-Woodway:
- C. Ingalls 1-3 (2B)
- F. Marsh 2-3 (2B)
- N. Gillespie 1-3 (HR)
- Lillian Perrault 4-5 (HR, 2B)
- Avery Grutz 2-3 (2B)
- Ellie Van Horn 3-4
- Emma Kellum 1-3 (HR)
- Rose Gallagher 2-2 (3B)
- Paige Petschl 2-2 (2 2Bs)
Coach: Paul Jensen
Attention fishermen: Green Lake has been stocked with rainbow trout
At an elevation of 164 ft. and 250 acres, it's home to several species of fish, including rock bass, brown trout, common carp, rainbow trout, brown bullhead, channel catfish, largemouth bass and pumpkinseed sunfish.
Green Lake provides good shoreline access and fishing pier.
Stocked Fish: Rainbow
Lake Size: 250 acres
Elevation: 164 ft.
Boat Launch: None
Shoreline Access: Good
Fishing Piers: Yes
Lake Size: 250 acres
Elevation: 164 ft.
Boat Launch: None
Shoreline Access: Good
Fishing Piers: Yes
Green Lake Stocking Reports
Green Lake has been historically stocked with rainbow. The largest rainbow ever stocked is 2.63 lbs. This year so far, there have been two stockings of rainbow at an average of 0.41 lbs.
In the past, Green Lake stocked tens of thousands of rainbow averaging 0.61 lbs.
Date - Quantity -Fish
- April 30, 2024 4800 Rainbow @ 0.42lbs
- March 18, 2024 5700 Rainbow @ 0.4lbs
Truck snags electrical wires on Aurora, pulling down poles and lines
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| The red and green truck snagged a power line. Photo by Bruce Miller |
Traffic was at a total standstill on Aurora Sunday evening May 5, 2024, starting about 4:00pm when a truck with high load snagged lines while southbound on Aurora Ave N at about 141st St in North Seattle.
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| Photo by Bruce Miller |
The lines pulled down four or five poles, both metal and wood.
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| Aurora was shut down for hours. Photo by Bruce Miller |
The road was closed in both directions.
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| The truck that caught the wires Photo by Bruce Miller |
Amazingly, no one was injured but traffic was at a standstill for hours.
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| Just one of the poles that came down Photo by Bruce Miller |
It was quite a mess. Along three blocks of Aurora, poles were leaning, broken, touching the street, with wires blocking businesses and draped along the road
Seattle City Light was on scene at 10:30pm, replacing poles. The road was reopened at 1:50am, almost four hours later.
updated 5-7-2024