Showing posts with label christmas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label christmas. Show all posts

One more day to donate toys to Shoreline Fire toy drive

Thursday, December 7, 2017

People were generous at the toy collection at
Fred Meyer, but the need is great this year.
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Friday is the last day to donate new, unwrapped toys to the Shoreline Firefighters' toy drive. 

The toy drive is part of a community partnership to provide toys and gifts for Shoreline Schools students in need.

This year, the need is greater than the number of toys collected. The firefighters would appreciate it greatly if you would donate a new, unwrapped toy and drop it off at one of the four fire stations in Shoreline

The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 9, 2017.

Fire station locations:

Headquarters 17525 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133

North City 1410 NE 180th St, Shoreline 98155

Richmond Highlands / Hillwood 719 N 185th St, Shoreline 98133

Ridgecrest / Parkwood 145 NE 155th St, Shoreline 98155



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Spontaneous Christmas Pageant at RB Congregational UCC church



Richmond Beach Congregational, United Church of Christ

Please join us this Sunday, December 10 at 10:00am for a Spontaneous Christmas Pageant.

Come become part of the retelling of the Christmas Story. Our wonderful Jazz Combo will play and following worship have your picture taken with Santa and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies.



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Help the kids: Fire department needs toys

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

2016 collection - 2017 is falling far short of this
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Shoreline Fire's toy drive is coming up short and they don't have enough gifts for all the kids for this Saturday's event.

If you can help, please drop off a new gift / toy (unwrapped) at any of their four active stations on Thursday or Friday.

Stations are located around Shoreline:

Headquarters 17525 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133

North City 1410 NE 180th St, Shoreline 98155

Richmond Highlands / Hillwood  719 N 185th St, Shoreline 98133

Ridgecrest / Parkwood 145 NE 155th St, Shoreline 98155



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Visit the workshops of Bethlehem - in Lake Forest Park


Bring your kids and get into the original spirit of Christmas! Visit the workshops of Bethlehem and work with our potter, carpenter, basket weaver, wool spinner, rabbi, farmer, baker and leather worker to make and take something home from Bible times.

Relax, sit down and hear the local gossip: an ANGEL appeared to some shepherds with amazing news! Get your picture taken in our nativity and be sure to be polite to those Romans!

Saturday and Sunday
Dec 9 and 10 from 4-6pm

This free event is for kids and their families at
Lake Forest Park 98155



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North City Tree Lighting

Monday, December 4, 2017


Photos by Jerry Pickard

The annual North City Tree Lighting was held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Les Schwab on 15th NE.

The band played carols to warm up the crowd.


Santa arrived in his special sleigh.


Santa exits sleigh with his bag of toys.


Santa greets kids and parents.



Santa talks to children and takes requests and elves take photos.



Oooh and ahhhhs from the crowd as the tree is lit.




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The Christmas Shoe Tree musical Dec 10 at LFP Presbyterian

Friday, December 1, 2017


The Christmas SHOE tree musical (Free)

Get Your Christmas Season off on the Right FOOT...or shoe??

Join us Sunday, December 10 at 3pm for the debut performance of the Christmas Shoetree musical by the Joyful Noise Choir kids and then stay for Living Bethlehem!

Lake Forest Park Church 17460 Brookside Blvd, LFP 98155

This musical will put a big smile on your face as you enjoy the story of a wise cracking country Christmas Tree farming family who never forget the joy of kicking your shoes off nor the joy of giving to kids who wish they had shoes to kick off!

Bring some new or gently used shoes to hang on our Shoetree that we can send to Corner of Love in Nicaragua or bring some warm athletic socks for homeless folks here! Any size will do but sturdy kids' shoes are most appreciated as rural Nicaraguans kids often have to walk over rough terrain to get to school.


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90 member Northwest Boychoir presents A Festival of Lessons & Carols

Enrique Garcia, Shorecrest, top row left.
Greg Guettler, Shorewood, top row center
Photo by Ben VanHouten

The Northwest Boychoir proudly presents its 39th annual A Festival of Lessons and Carols concert series featuring eight regional performances in December. These holiday concerts showcase the 90-member combined chorus of the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint! Seattle.

Several local students are members of the Northwest Boychoir:
  • Shorecrest HS Sophomore Enrique Garcia, 16
  • Shorewood HS Sophomore Greg Guettler, 15
  • Shorewood HS Senior Jacob Espling, 17

Ladies Vocalpoint! Seattle is joining the Northwest Boychoir for these concerts and local member are: 
  • Kaylie McRea, 15, Sophomore at Shorewood HS
  • Annika Simpson, 18, Senior at Shorecrest HS.

Jacob Espling, Shorewood, top row left
Photo by Ben VanHouten


Patterned after the Christmas Eve observance at King’s College in Cambridge, England, A Festival of Lessons and Carols has become a holiday tradition for thousands of families in the Puget Sound region. This classical performance consists of nine holiday readings, each followed by a traditional carol performed by the choir, and another carol sung by the choir and audience.

A Festival of Lessons and Carols concerts are open to the public, and will run December 9-22, 2017 at various venues throughout the Puget Sound Region. Concerts have reserved seating.

Advance tickets are available through the Northwest Choirs at 206-524-3234 or online. These concerts often draw sold-out audiences. Advance ticket purchases are encouraged.

Joseph Crnko, Music Director

Performance schedule:
Special Event, Friday, Dec. 22, 7:30 pm, Benaroya Hall, S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, presented by the Seattle Symphony with Northwest Sinfonia, 200 University Street, Seattle
Tickets through Seattle Symphony206-215-4747.

Email or call 206-524-3234 for information.



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Around the Sound Band Christmas concert Dec 10

Around the Sound Band at a summer event
Photo by Carl Dinse

Around the Sound Band presents its annual holiday concert, featuring fun music for the whole family!

"Through the Eyes of a Child" captures the magic of Christmas, from Disney movies to the legends of Santa, Knecht Ruprecht, and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

Conducted by Michael Alstad and Anita Kumar. Tickets $5 at the door or in advance from your favorite band member!

Sunday, December 10th, 3:00pm, Shorewood Performing Arts Center, 17300 Fremont Ave N, 98133.



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Does Santa ever shave his beard?

Thursday, November 30, 2017

Santa riding the fire truck in Richmond Beach
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

By Rob Oxford

There is nothing quite as enjoyable as watching a child's eyes sparkle when they see Santa Claus.

Whether he's coming down the parade route atop his sleigh, at the mall visiting with good little boys and girls or riding on the back of a Shoreline Fire truck on Christmas Day, thankfully, I don't recall ever having to answer the question, "Is that the REAL Santa Claus?"

However, I do recall being asked a few doozies over the years:

"Why don't Santa and Mrs. Claus have kids?"
"What did Santa do before he was a toymaker?"
"Does Santa ever get tired of the same old Christmas carols like you do, Mom?"
"How much does Santa Claus get paid?"
"What kinds of names did the other reindeer call Rudolph?"
"Does Santa have High Blood Pressure?"
"Are there any restaurants at the North Pole?"
"Who are Santa Claus' Mom and Dad?"
"Did you know that you and Santa Claus have similar handwriting?"
"Does Santa Claus have a hot tub?"
"Where did Santa meet Mrs. Santa?"
"When is Santa's Birthday?"
"Does Santa have a middle name?"
"What happens if Santa gets sick Christmas Eve?"
"Are all of Santa's Elves related?"
"I thought Santa's reindeer were supposed to be tiny?"
"Don't you think Santa should eat more fruits and vegetables, too, Dad?"
"Wouldn't calling Santa "Old" St. Nick hurt his feelings?"
"Does milk give Santa gas like it does Grandpa?"

(singing)...and my most favorite question of all...
"Does Santa ever shave his beard?"



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Weihnachtsfest Sunday on First Hill

Monday, November 27, 2017

St. Nikolaus will hand out gifts

The Austria Club of Washington's Weihnachtsfest takes place on Sunday, December 3 (1-5 pm) at the German House on First Hill (613 9th Ave). It is a club member potluck, but if you are interested in attending a traditional Austrian Christmas celebration, bring $10 for each adult (to help defray expenses) and your Christmas spirit.

Yes, St. Nikolaus and Krampus will be present to meet with children of all ages. Parents who wish to have our good bishop distribute gifts, please wrap and label these in festive material and present them to the attending angel ahead of the gift exchange.

Entertainment by the Bonnie Birch Band. Sing German carols and partake of our authentic Glühwein, then dig into the Weihnachts-Büffet.

Free parking at the Frye Museum parking lot.




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Free Christmas tree recycling for LFP residents Jan 7

Tuesday, December 27, 2016

Free Christmas tree recycling event at LFP City Hall lower parking lot January 7, 2017 9am to Noon


Lake Forest Park residents: there will be a free Christmas tree collection / recycling event on Saturday, January 7, 2017 from 9am to 12 noon at the City Hall lower parking lot. Republic Services will be on hand collecting for the free recycling.

The Lake Forest Park Youth Council will also be present helping to support the free event and raising money for the Lake Forest Park Police Department Nurturing Trust Program Fund.

Join us to enjoy some free recycling!
  • Bring bare trees and remove all tinsel, lights, ornaments, and no flocked trees.
  • Secure your load and bring proof of address in the form of a valid photo ID.
  • Only passenger vehicles can enter.
Shoreline residents can also recycle Christmas trees on Saturday, January 7, 2017. See previous article



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Fireman Santa on Christmas Day in Shoreline

Monday, December 26, 2016



Photos by Wayne Pridemore

On Christmas morning, fireman Santa made his annual tour of Shoreline neighborhoods.


As he came south on 22nd Ave NW he stopped at the Cook's home.


Both Jilly and Cameron greeted the old gentleman and wished him a Merry Christmas as mother Angie took photos.



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Merry Christmas!

Sunday, December 25, 2016


Merry Christmas to all!



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Christmas Services at Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore

Friday, December 23, 2016


Christmas at Church of the Redeemer Kenmore


The Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore is holding three services this Christmas.

On Christmas Eve there is a family service at 4pm. It is a celebration of the birth of Jesus. It is appropriate for families with children, or anyone who wants a short service.

At 8:30 pm, begins with a half hour of carols sung by the choir and congregation. Then, this Christmas worship service has Communion with chant, processions, incense, hymns, and anthems.

December 25, worship service on Christmas Day at 10:00 am is a quiet, spoken service to welcome the Christ child into the world.

Church of the Redeemer is located at 18211 NE 182nd in Kenmore.



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Shop with a cop - LFP and Shoreline police take 15 kids shopping

Cops and kids at Fred Meyer for shopping trip
Photo courtesy Police

By Diane Hettrick

You may have been startled to see more than a dozen cops descending on Fred Meyer Wednesday. And even more startled to see they had 15 kids in tow.

It was the annual Shop With A Cop event.

Baskets full of presents for the kids and their families
Photo courtesy Police

Police from both Lake Forest Park and Shoreline took 15 kids Christmas shopping on Wednesday, December 21. The children were nominated by family advocates in Shoreline Schools.

The shopping spree allowed the children to buy presents for themselves and their family members.

Each child had a cop acting as a personal shopper, helping them find just the right gifts. They exited the store with baskets full of presents.

Lunch and a wrapping party at LFP City Hall
Photo courtesy Police

Next it was lunch and a wrapping party at Lake Forest Park City Hall.

Funds for the gifts came from the police, and community, with a sizable donation from Lake Forest Park Rotary.

15 cops and 15 kids wrapped presents
Photo courtesy Police

Lake Forest Park and Shoreline Police enjoy the opportunity to help serve the community and participate in this annual event. We want to send a special thank you to all those who helped us with this event. It truly means a lot to us and but even more to the kids and their families!


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Shoreline United Methodist Church Christmas Eve services 7pm

Wednesday, December 21, 2016


14511 25th Ave NE, corner of 145th St and 25th NE
Shoreline 98155

Please join us for our Christmas Eve service at 7pm, December 24th.
We would also like to invite you to Christmas Day service at 10:30am.


Update: time is 7pm

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Christmas Eve service at Richmond Beach Congregational UCC


All are welcome!
1512 NW 195th St
at the corner of 15th Ave NW and NW Richmond Beach Rd



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St. David Emmanuel holiday services

Tuesday, December 20, 2016


ST. DAVID EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH
INVITES EVERYONE TO JOIN THIER HOLIDAY SERVICES
18842 MERIDIAN AVE. N
SHORELINE

ADVENT, CHRISTMAS, EPIPHANY
SCHEDULE




SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24 – 9:30 p.m.

Caroling followed by

Christmas Eve Eucharist


SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25
1 Service only 9:00 a.m.
Eucharist (no music)

SUNDAY, JANUARY 1
1 Service only at 9 a.m.
Lessons and Carols and Eucharist

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8
8  and 10 a.m.  Observe Epiphany
Epiphany cake follows 10 a.m. service





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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Trinity Presbyterian


Christmas Eve Candlelight Service featuring The Dickens Carolers, December 24, 5:00pm, Trinity Presbyterian Church Sanctuary

Come join us for a traditional candlelight service featuring The Dickens Carolers, an a capella quartet in elegant Victorian dress, who will sing and help lead us in our favorite Christmas carols. We will also enjoy scripture readings, a children’s story, and a homily reflecting on the wonderful birth of Jesus Christ. All are welcome for this very special service!

Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1315 N 160th St., Shoreline 98133, 206-363-3500, Contact the office for more information.


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Advent and Christmas at St. Dunstan’s

Monday, December 19, 2016


Advent and Christmas at St. Dunstan’s
Christmas Pageant
Dec. 24 at 4pm

Christmas Eve at the Florence Henry Chapel
10pm: Christmas music 

including choir, bell choir, flute/clarinet and the organ
Holy Eucharist at 10:30pm

Christmas Day
10:00 am
Christmas meal for all,
served after the Christmas Day worship service.


To help prepare, cook, serve, or clean up, contact Josef Hinkofer at hinkofer@aol.com

Epiphany Evensong at the Highlands Chapel

Friday, Jan. 6 at 7pm



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