What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: October 7 - 13

Round-up provided by Kate Ledbetter, www.DestinationShoreline.com

  
What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: October 7 - 13
October is in full swing, and there’s a lot happening around Shoreline this week!  Give back to our community through the October Shoreline Food Drive, stock up for fall planting at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden’s Fall Plant Sale and get ready to welcome the Seattle Latino Film Festival to Shoreline for the first time! Plus, there’s a community cider crush, farmers markets, workshops, live music, spooky fun at the Friday Monster Mash at Salvation Artists Collective, and plenty of ways to learn something new and connect with your neighbors. Happy October, Shoreline!
 
Shoreline Area Events You Should Know About this Week. We highlighted our must-attend events of the week! (and Halloween event in Orange)
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
 
Multi-Day Events:
October Shoreline Food Drive for Hopelink
Throughout the month of October, join your neighbors to support neighbors in need through the Shoreline Food Drive. Donations can be dropped off at participating locations across Shoreline, Lake Forest Park and North Seattle.
 
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden - Fall Plant Sale
October 8th-11th and 15th-18th!
Enjoy our selection of native trees and shrubs, as well as ferns, perennials, and more ready for fall planting in your garden! All proceeds benefit the ongoing support of the garden through the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation.
 
Seattle Latino Film Festival
October 12, 13 & 15, Landmark's Crest Cinema Center
For the first time, the Seattle Latino Film Festival is bringing a special matinee series to Shoreline! As part of its 18th annual festival, three films will be screened at Landmark’s Crest Cinema Center, offering an opportunity to experience Latino and Latin American cinema right here in Shoreline.
 
Wednesday, October 7
Shoreline Blood Drive
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Shoreline College
Opportunities abound for regular donors to return and bring friends to help locals in need! Appointments are encouraged but walk-ups are welcome. Go to www.bloodworksnw.org or call 1-800-398-7888.
 
3rd Annual Navigating Success Small Business Forum
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Shoreline City Hall
2026 Navigating Success & Networking Small Business Forum is your opportunity to connect with and support the thriving business community in Shoreline! 
 
Free Live Music at North City Bistro
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, North City Bistro
Live Music At North City Bistro Every Wednesday from 4-6 PM!
 
Día de los Muertos Workshops
4:30 PM, Spartan Recreation Center
Get ready for Día de los Muertos with free, hands-on workshops! Join instructor Amaranta Sandys to create art inspired by Día de los Muertos traditions. Choose from Sugar Skull Decoration on October 7 or a Nicho Altar Box on October 28.
 
Thursday, October 8
Medicare & Finance Educational Workshop
4:00 PM, Shoreline Library
Join us! Here at Edward Jones, we believe financial education is an important part of achieving your goals. We also realize there is more to life than just financial goals. That's why we're excited to invite you to our Medicare and Finance program featuring our special guest. Hosted by Darla Cerrillo, Financial Advisor.
 
CityLearn: Understanding Voting Systems How Your Vote Becomes an Elected Official
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Shoreline City Hall
Curious about the voting system in Washington state? Interested in learning about our state's Initiative process? Join us for an evening with representatives from City of Shoreline, King County Elections, and FairVote WA for a CityLearn session focused on the Washington State Voting System. 
 
Friday, October 9
Shoreline Blood Drive
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Dale Turner Family YMCA
Opportunities abound for regular donors to return and bring friends to help locals in need! Appointments are encouraged but walk-ups are welcome. Go to www.bloodworksnw.org or call 1-800-398-7888.
 
Ellipsis Cookie Friday Walk Up Window @ SALVATION
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Salvation Artists Collective
Cookies for grownups. And for kids. Handmade, delicious, irresistible cookies.
 
Shoreline Teen Center Art Club - Fiber Arts Month
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Richmond Highlands Recreation Center
10/9 Over the Garden Wall crafts and watch party
 
Monster Mash at SALVATION!
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Salvation Artists Collective
Join us afterhours at the pop-up Graveyard for a spooky, family-friendly time with new vendors, flash tattoos, fresh cookies, a custom craft table, and a ghoulish movie on an outdoor projector.
 
Rainbow Bingo at the Shoreline Senior Center
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Salvation Senior Center
The Shoreline Senior Center is thrilled to offer RAINBOW BINGO with our incredible hostess, Sylvia O’Stayformore. Participants can expect ten (10) rousing rounds of bingo, complete with prizes and a few musical numbers!
 
Saturday, October 10
Shoreline Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Corner of 192nd & Aurora
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more.
 
Community Preparedness Fair
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Third Place Commons
No registration, no cost, just show up and enjoy a lively event filled with practical preparedness skills, hands‑on activities, and great conversations with local emergency experts.
 
Community Threads @ STL
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
Got a collection of hole-filled socks you can’t get rid of? Have you been meaning to set aside time for your latest alteration, but need some motivation? Come mend with us!
 
Learn to Crochet: Granny Squares @ STL
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
In this fun class, students will learn about types and sizes of crochet hooks and yarn, and how to match them.
 
Sunday, October 11
Lake Forest Park Farmers Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, in front of LFP City Hall (17171 Bothell Way NE)
Bring the whole family for a day filled with fresh local food, live music, and fun for all ages!
 
Tool School for Women+: Drills & Drivers, Bits & Bobs @ STL
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
This class is geared toward absolute beginners or those who have very little experience using electric drills or impact drivers.
 
Community Cider Crush Hosted by Urbanist Shoreline
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, North City Commons
We're trying something new this fall: In partnership with the North City Neighborhood Association, we'll be hosting a community apple cider press party on Sunday, October 11 at the North City Commons space. 
 
Tuesday, October 13
Heroes Café-Shoreline
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Seattle Scottish Rite Center
Heroes Café Shoreline is the largest gathering of Veterans monthly in King County. Veterans, Family, Friends and the Community are Welcome.
 
Ridgecrest Neighbor Meet Up at Ridgecrest Public House
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Ridgecrest Pub
Come on your own or with friends, socialize or start something.
 
What’s Up Next in Shoreline (Save the Date):
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
 
Hamlin Halloween Haunt
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Hamlin Park
Listen to spooky songs and stories around a campfire, ride the hay wagon, pose in your costume in the photo booth, and play Halloween games.
 
Meet the Experts, Open House at Irons Brothers Construction
Saturday, October 17 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Irons Brothers Construction Design Build Center
Planning an addition, whole-home remodel, kitchen renovation, bathroom update, or aging-in-place project? Join Irons Brothers Construction for a special Open House and Meet the Experts event at their award-winning Design Build Center in Shoreline.
 
Richmond Beach Halloween Carnival
Saturday, October 17 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Syre Elementary School
Don't be spooked! Join the community for great games, like Duck Pond, Fishing Booth, Musical Cakes, inflatables, and more!
 
Six by Six NW hosted by Shorelake Arts
Saturday, October 17 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Shoreline College
Featuring hundreds of artworks from local artists. ALL ART 6" x 6", ALL ART $36
 
For Upcoming Events in Shoreline visit: DestinationShoreline.com/Calendar
 
Destination Shoreline is brought to you by:
Salvation - Artists and Makers Collective - a Boutique and Gallery
Shorelake Arts bringing people together through art, culture, and shared experiences.
Seniors Helping Seniors®, Supporting Independence for Seniors in Shoreline
Shoreline Chamber of Commerce – Supporting local businesses in Shoreline
City of Shoreline - Official city news and resources.
 

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