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Breakfast, beer, quilts, and bargains: all in one place

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

The Shoreline-LFP Arts Festival is always an enjoyable and entertaining weekend! The Shoreline-LFP Senior Center will be part of this annual Saturday, Sunday event June 25-26 with breakfast, beer, quilts and bargains!

Blueberry pancakes

The Arts Festival Breakfast will be served, both days, 8:30-11:30am in the Senior Center Dining Room. Get yourself ready to explore all of the festival and come enjoy choices of blueberry, chocolate chip or plain pancakes, Belgium waffle, the famous Shoreline Scramble and more.

ThimbleBelles 2016 raffle quilt

As all of the festival events begin, just stroll down the hallway at the Senior Center to visit the popular ThimbleBelle Quilt exhibit. You will see dozens of beautiful creations put together by this group of fabric artists. Be among the first to get your raffle tickets for the Sampler Block Quilt that will go to the lucky winner during the center’s Holiday Bazaar on November 5th.

Thrift shop

The Bargain Corner will be open as well, featuring a number of Arts Festival Bargains! This thrift shop is for the whole community and is enjoyed year round by all who find quality clothing for women and men, housewares, craft, sewing, knitting items and a boat load of treasures you quite likely can’t do without!




New this year! Enjoy our Beer Garden in our Dining Room! There will be on-tap beer from Gallaghers’ Brewery of Edmonds as well as bottled craft beers, sodas, ciders and bar food. Not only that, we will be presenting live entertainment on our Center Stage. We welcome all festival goers to come in and have a beer, listen to some good music, see some fun dancers. Feel free to bring your food truck meal in, get your beers and listen to music and chat with your friends. Beer Garden hours: Saturday, 1:00-6:00pm; Sunday, 1:00-5:00pm.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center is a community partner of Sound Generations. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of this annual event with the generous support of the Shoreline-LFP Arts Council. The Center is located in the southern-most building of Shoreline Center; 206-365-1536.



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Cultural Rooms enrich the 2016 Shoreline Arts Festival

Monday, June 13, 2016

Activities in Korea Room
Photo courtesy Arts Council

The ever popular Shoreline Arts Festival Cultural Rooms return this year to provide fun and enriching explorations into the cultures of China, Korea, and the Philippines. Festival-goers of all ages will enjoy activities, exhibits, and treats that reflect the cultural history, traditions, and contemporary lives of the participating community groups.

China will be represented throughout two cultural rooms, organized by several community groups and the Evergreen Chinese School. Stop by to get a glimpse of the fascinating 4,000+ year history of Chinese civilization through artistic depictions in various mediums from past to present, as well as interactive demonstrations, like live calligraphy. Then, try your hand at traditional Chinese arts and crafts, including lantern making, paper folding, macrame, and more.

The game of Go
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The Korean American Historical Society’s “Experience Korea!” invites the whole family to experience Korea through sights, sounds, tastes, and touch. Children can create guardian spirit poles (JangSeung), write their names in Korean (HanGul), dress up in traditional Korean clothing (HanBok), play traditional musical instruments (AkGi), and learn to play the game of Go (BaDuk), among other activities. While the kids are engaged, parents can relax, read about Korean history and culture, partake in tasty treats and drinks which are served on traditional holidays, or participate in the hands-on activities as well.

The Philippine Cultural Room, hosted by Filipiniana Arts and Culture, will feature arts and craft activities, as well as workshops on Fan Decor and Philippine Folk dance, like the world famous Tinikling or Bamboo Dance. This cultural room will also include exhibits of modern art, ethnic musical instruments, like the Igorot and Muslim gongs and Drums, and a costume display showcasing indigenous dress through the ages.

Shuttle map
Avoid the stress of parking by taking the Free Arts Festival Shuttle. The shuttle will run in a loop stopping at Meridian Park Elementary, Cromwell Park, and the Shoreline Center every 15 minutes during festival hours (Saturday, June 25 10am-6pm and Sunday, June 26 10am-5pm). Thank you to Shoreline Community College for providing this service.

The Shoreline Arts Festival is a free, two-day event organized by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council. The Arts Council would like to thank the City of Shoreline, City of Lake Forest Park, 4Culture, Arts WA and all of their sponsors, donors, and members for making this event possible year after year.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.


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Shoreline Arts Festival - Performance Preview for June 25-26

Friday, June 10, 2016


Shoreline Arts Festival - Performance Preview

The Shoreline Arts Festival offers two stages of live music and dance playing all weekend long, and you can see it all without spending a penny! So sit back, relax, maybe grab a cold beer from the Beer Garden or a tasty treat from the Food Truck Food Court, and be entertained by an array of performances spanning a wide range of styles. Here’s a just a sample of what the festival has to offer on Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26:

Naomi Wachira

Named Seattle Weekly's "Best Folk Singer" in 2013, Naomi Wachira, has a voice that is a rich melding of her childhood in Kenya, her Northwest home, and such American inspirations as Tracy Chapman and South African activist Miriam Makeba.

Geoffrey Castle

A pioneer on the electric six-string violin, Geoffrey Castle is on a mission to change, forever, the way you think about the violin.

Champagne Sunday

This husband and wife duo’s music has been endearingly labeled as “Pearl Jam meets Bette Midler,” and they’ve been tearing up stages and wowing crowds nationwide with their unique upbeat, roller coaster style shows.

InterMuse Productions

A celebration and discovery of diversity through beautiful music and dances from all over the world.

Portage Bay Big Band

Seattle’s Hardest Working Big Band has been Swinging for over twenty-five years! This year’s performance will feature “Guitar Swinger” Lyle Ronglien, playing Brian Setzer, Michael Buble, and more!

SuperSones

Playing the sublime type of Cuban music known as Son, this acoustic band brings together a unique blend of Spanish guitars and harmony, Afro-Cuban percussion and swing, call-and-response singing, and trumpet improvisation.

Pat McHenry

With southern roots and a prowess for songwriting, Pat McHenry is healthy dose of Honky Tonk with All American Rock aftertastes. His music features relatable storytelling, catchy melodies, and winsome composition.

Sundae and Mr. Goessl

A husband/wife duo playing a mix of genres from an era long gone. Reviving great composers like Duke Ellington, the Gershwin brothers and Cole Porter, this pair takes it upon themselves to arrange every nuance and create their own fresh take on these classic tunes.

STRUM

Seattle’s Totally Relaxed Ukulele Musicians, STRUM, is a group of ukulele players of all levels who join together to create music for all to enjoy…and are totally relaxed doing it.

Rik Wright

Wright is a true musical chameleon with a diverse body of influences that can best be described as a jazz foundation with a solid infrastructure of rock, and binding it all, a voice so original that it cannot be called either.

Hokulani’s Hula Studio and The Kupunas

Back at the festival for their 7th year, Hokulani’s Hula Studio and The Kupunas will be showing off their island dances under the direction of Kathy De Aguiar.

Shoreline Senior Singers

A weekly program of the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center that provides seniors the opportunity to bring the joy of singing to themselves as well as others with special performances, like at the Shoreline Arts Festival.

See the full Performance Schedule on the Arts Council’s website.

The Shoreline Arts Festival is a free, two-day event organized by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council. The Arts Council would like to thank the City of Shoreline, City of Lake Forest Park, 4Culture, Arts WA and all of their sponsors, donors, and members for making this event possible year after year.

Avoid the stress of parking by taking the Free Arts Festival Shuttle. The shuttle will run in a loop stopping at Meridian Park, Cromwell Park, and the Shoreline Center every 15 minutes during festival hours (Saturday, June 25 10am-6pm and Sunday, June 26 10am-5pm). Thank you to Shoreline Community College for providing this service.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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2016 Shoreline Arts Festival - To Do List

Sunday, June 5, 2016



June 25 - 26 at Shoreline Center

The Shoreline Arts Festival is a free community event with something creative and fun for everyone! Don’t miss these two extraordinary days of music, dance, theater, visual arts, food, culture, and more at the Shoreline Center (18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155) on Saturday, June 25 from 10am to 6pm and Sunday, June 26 from 10am to 5pm. For more information, visit the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Arts Council’s website.

Festival To Do List

Shop for local art at the Artist Marketplace
Peruse paintings, ceramics, jewelry, and pretty much every other kind of art as you saunter through the sunshine and decide which of the masterpieces on offer will grace your mantelpiece. Enrich your home with hand-made art, support local artists, and show the world where you stand as a curator of great taste.

Rock out, or take it easy at our Showmobile Performance Stage
Sit back, relax, and be entertained by an array of musical and dance performances spanning a wide range of styles. From Ukuleles to Alt Rock, there’s something for every musical taste. Check out the full line up here

View the Juried Art and Photography Exhibitions
Featuring over 300 artworks from regional artists in 2D, 3D, and photography, the Juried Art Exhibit is one of the highlights of the Arts Festival. Over $2000 in cash prizes and merchandise are awarded and winners are announced at 10:30am, Saturday on the Main Stage.

Surround yourself with the creativity of students at the Youth Art Exhibition
Witness the talents of the 300+ Pre-K through 12th grade students who share their artwork in the Shoreline Arts Festival Youth Art Exhibit and vote for your favorite piece to win the People's Choice Award. Awards are given in four different age groups and art for the Shoreline School District’s 2016-17 calendar is also selected from this exhibit of 2D and 3D artworks.

Get creative at the Hands-On Art stations for children and adults
Try your hand at a festival favorite with one or all of our Hands-On Art stations! Supplies are provided, all you need to bring is your imagination and a willingness to explore. This year’s creative adventures include: Caterpillar Pets, Firework Paintings, Blasts from the Past, Water Bottle Wonders and, of course, the beloved Fish Prints — with real and rubber fish.

Tantalize your taste buds at the Food Truck Food Court
Get lunch, dinner, or just a sweet treat at this year’s Arts Festival Food Court. Conveniently located by the Showmobile Stage, the food court is the perfect place to grab lunch, meet your neighbors, and enjoy the festival atmosphere.

Wet your whistle at the Shoreline Senior Center’s Beer Garden
New this year: After their famous Arts Festival Breakfast (8:30am-11:30am), the Shoreline Senior Center will be reopening its doors for festival goers to come in and enjoy cold beer, bar food, and lively entertainment at the first ever Festival Beer Garden. Performances of clog dancing, folk songs, hula, and more can be enjoyed from both the Beer Garden and the adjacent Family Room. Open 1pm to 6pm on Saturday and 1pm to 5pm on Sunday, it will be the perfect place to beat the summer heat!

Experience something new in the Cultural Rooms
Explore three cultural rooms offering many fun hands-on activities and displays. Learn about different cultures, sample foods, see art, listen to music, learn to dance, and more. This year's highlights include:
  • Explore Korean! (Korean Cultural Room) presented by the Korean American Historical Society
  • Philippine Cultural Room hosted by Filipiniana Arts and Culture
  • Chinese Cultural Room hosted by Chinese Artist Group
Get inspired by Missoula Children’s Theatre
An annual Shoreline Arts Festival tradition! A little red truck pulls into town with everything needed to mount a full one hour musical ... except the cast. Sixty local students are cast in a play, rehearse for a week with professional actors/ directors from Missoula Children’s Theatre touring company, and perform for an audience on Saturday. This year’s performance is The Frog Prince! Tickets are just $8, get yours here.

Take the festival shuttle and don’t stress about parking.
Parking is a breeze with the Shoreline Arts Festival Shuttle Service! Running every 15 minutes during festival hours, the shuttle will make a loop starting at Meridian Park Elementary, with a stop at Cromwell Park, and then come to the Shoreline Arts Festival. The Shuttle Service is provided through the generous support of Shoreline Community College.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.


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Share Your Art with the Community at the Shoreline Arts Festival

Wednesday, June 1, 2016


The Shoreline-LFP Arts Council is currently seeking submissions of 2D/3D artwork and photography to be included among the 300+ artworks from regional artists featured in the Shoreline Arts Festival's Juried Art Exhibition.

The exhibit is one of the highlights of the festival and this year it will be held in a new location in the heart of it all! 

If selected, your work will be on display for the viewing pleasure of 10,000+ festival-goers, and you will be eligible to win a portion of the $2000+ in cash and merchandise prizes that will be awarded. 

Winners are announced at 10:30am, Saturday, June 25 on the Main Stage.

View the full prospectus and save $10 by preregistering your entry on the Arts Council's website by Monday, June 13.



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Take pART in your community - volunteer for the Shoreline Arts Festival

Monday, May 16, 2016

Photo by Wayne Pridemore

We Want You! Join the Arts Council's Small Army of Festival Volunteers

Want to take pART in your community? Join the veritable army of volunteers who make the Shoreline Arts Festival possible and get a glimpse “backstage” as we entertain 10,000+ art-loving community members over two days.

Volunteers are needed for a wide range of tasks, with shifts ranging from two hours to all-day, so there’s something for every skill level and any amount of availability. Sign up now on VolunteerSpot.

Here are some examples of just a few of the volunteer jobs available:
  • Help artists move art and set up booths
  • Organize and hang art
  • Set up the Hands-On Art stations and/or make art with kids
  • Info Booth Attendant: Greet festival-goers and help them find their favorite attractions
  • Juried and Youth Art Room Sitter: Enjoy the art while making sure nothing grows legs and walks away
The Shoreline Arts Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theater, art exhibitions, hands-on art activities, cultural rooms, food, and more.

This creative community event is sponsored by the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Arts Council and will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 25 and 26, at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE.

Visit the website for applications, deadlines, and additional information, or call the Arts Council at 206-417-4645.

The Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Call for artists Shoreline Arts Festival Juried Art Exhibition

Sunday, April 17, 2016

Call for Artists: Shoreline Arts Festival Juried Art Exhibition


The 26th Annual Shoreline Arts Festival will be held this year on Saturday, June 25, 10am – 6 pm and Sunday, June 26, 10am – 5 pm at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Featuring over 300 artworks from regional artists, the Juried Art Exhibition is one of the highlights of the Shoreline Arts Festival, and they are currently seeking submissions of 2D/ 3D artwork and photography to be included in the exhibit.

If selected, your work will be on display for the viewing pleasure of 10,000+ festival-goers, and you will be eligible to win a portion of the $2000+ in cash and merchandise prizes that will be awarded! Winners are announced at 10:30am, Saturday, June 25 on the Main Stage.

Visit the Arts Council's website for a full prospectus and the online registration form.
The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Call for Shoreline Arts Festival Artist Marketplace extended through Monday

Wednesday, March 2, 2016


The deadline for the Arts Council’s call for the 2016 Shoreline Arts Festival Artist Marketplace has been extended to 10:59pm on Monday, March 7. Apply today for a chance to become one of the 70+ juried artists that make up the beating heart of our summer celebration of the arts!

The Shoreline Arts Festival is a free community event that gathers 10,000+ art lovers at Shoreline Center for two extraordinary days of art, culture, music, food, and more. The vibrant Artist Marketplace is situated in the most prominent street front of the Festival, with booths occupying the large space between the Shoreline Center building and 1st Ave NE.

Eligibility
• All work must be handmade. No commercially produced work, kits, or imported goods
• All work must be original and created by or under direction of the artists(s).
• Artist(s) must attend the entire Festival (June 25, 10am – 6pm and June 26, 10am –5pm).
• Items must match type & quality submitted for jurying. No work by non-juried artists.

Booth Specifications
Two types of outdoor booth spaces are available:
• 10’ x 10’ uncovered, on asphalt: $175
• 10′ x 20′ uncovered, on asphalt: $350

All booths must withstand Northwest weather conditions, with canopies weighted against wind. Tables and chairs are available for rental. Overnight security is provided. In addition to booth fee, a Shoreline business licenses may be needed.

Jurying
The jury panel includes working artists, gallery managers, and/or Festival directors, who determine the balance of categories and select the artists. Category sizes are based in part on average sales from previous years, and the organizers strive for a well-balanced mix of art types and price points, with emphasis always on quality of craftsmanship and vision. Jury decisions are confidential.

How to apply
Submit your application and $20 application fee online via Call for Entry by 10:59pm on Monday, March 7.


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Applications for the Shoreline Arts Festival Artist Marketplace due Monday, Feb 29

Friday, February 26, 2016

Apply today to become one of the 70+ artists that make up the beating heart of the Shoreline Arts Festival!

This free community event will gather 10,000+ art lovers at Shoreline Center on June 25 - 26, and the vibrant Artist Marketplace is situated on its most prominent street front, with booths occupying the large space between the Shoreline Center building and 1st Ave NE.

How to apply
Submit your application and $20 application fee online via Call for Entry by 10:59pm on Monday, February 29.

Eligibility
• All work must be handmade. No commercially produced work, kits, or imported goods
• All work must be original and created by or under direction of the artists(s).
• Artist(s) must attend the entire Festival (June 25, 10am – 6pm and June 26, 10am –5pm).
• Items must match type and quality submitted for jurying. No work by non-juried artists.

Booth Specifications
Two types of outdoor booth spaces are available:
• 10’ x 10’ uncovered, on asphalt: $175
• 10′ x 20′ uncovered, on asphalt: $350

All booths must withstand Northwest weather conditions, with canopies weighted against wind. Tables and chairs are available for rental. Overnight security is provided. In addition to booth fee, a Shoreline business licenses may be needed.

Jurying
The jury panel includes working artists, gallery managers, and/or Festival directors, who determine the balance of categories and select the artists. Category sizes are based in part on average sales from previous years, and the organizers strive for a well-balanced mix of art types and price points, with emphasis always on quality of craftsmanship and vision. Jury decisions are confidential.



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Artists and Crafters: Two weeks left to apply for the Artist Marketplace at the Shoreline Arts Festival

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Artist marketplace booth
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Now seeking artists and crafters for the Artist Marketplace at the 2016 Shoreline Arts Festival. Apply by 10:59pm on Monday, February 29 for a chance to become one of the 70+ juried artists that make up the beating heart of our summer celebration of the arts!

The Shoreline Arts Festival is a free community event that gathers 10,000+ art lovers at Shoreline Center for two extraordinary days of art, culture, music, food, and more. The vibrant Artist Marketplace is situated in the most prominent street front of the Festival, with booths occupying the large space between the Shoreline Center building and 1st Ave NE.

Eligibility
• All work must be handmade. No commercially produced work, kits, or imported goods.

• All work must be original and created by or under direction of the artists(s).
• Artist(s) must attend the entire Festival.
• Items must match type & quality submitted for jurying. No work by non-juried artists.

Booth Specifications
Two types of outdoor booth spaces are available:
• 10’ x 10’ uncovered, on asphalt: $175
• 10′ x 20′ uncovered, on asphalt: $350

All booths must withstand Northwest weather conditions, with canopies weighted against wind. Tables and chairs are available for rental. Overnight security is provided. In addition to booth fee, a Shoreline business licenses may be needed.

Jurying
The jury panel includes working artists, gallery managers, and/or Festival directors, who determine the balance of categories and select the artists. Category sizes are based in part on average sales from previous years, and the organizers strive for a well-balanced mix of art types and price points, with emphasis always on quality of craftsmanship and vision. Jury decisions are confidential.

How to apply
Submit your application and $20 application fee online via Call for Entry by 10:59pm on Monday, February 29.

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Shoreline Arts Festival: Seahawks quilt

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Seahawks fan Elizabeth Wherry got a terrific birthday gift
from her daughter, quilter Amber Hall

Beautiful quilts were the rule of the day in the quilt room at last weekend's Shoreline Arts Festival, but the one getting the most buzz was the Seahawks quilt, made by Amber Hall.


Elizabeth Wherry poses with her birthday quilt

Amber made the quilt as a present for her mother, Seahawks superfan Elizabeth Wherry.

I made the quilt for her for Mother's day and the festival just happened on her birthday! So it was a great time to get her up there to see her quilt.


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Shuttle service for Shoreline Arts Festival this weekend

Friday, June 26, 2015

Shuttle service for Shoreline Arts Festival


Avoid the stress of parking at the Shoreline Arts festival and instead take the free shuttle from either Meridian Park Elementary or Cromwell Park / King County District Court building.

Shuttle provided by Shoreline Community College

The shuttle is provided by Shoreline Community College and will run in a loop every 15 minutes starting at 9:15am at Meridian Park Elementary, with the last ride leaving the Shoreline Center at 6:30pm (5:30pm on Sunday).

The Shoreline Arts Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival. This creative community event, presented by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, will be held at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. 

June 27 and 28, Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 10am-5pm. Free.



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Big Changes to the Shoreline Arts Festival, Celebrating 25 years

Monday, June 22, 2015

SCC will run a continuous shuttle bus
during both days of the Shoreline Arts Festival
Photo courtesy SCC

Join your friends and neighbors this weekend for the 25th annual Shoreline Arts Festival! There are some big changes taking place for our big 25th year including a reorganized festival that puts the Showmobile Stage, Food Truck Food Court, and Artist Marketplace right out front of the Shoreline Center near 1st Ave N, opening up parking in the back of the Shoreline Center.

The new layout allows for more artists to participate in the festival, and this year’s Artist Marketplace boosts over 75 incredible artists and crafters. Come find something perfect for your home in the marketplace or from one of over 400 works of art in the Juried Art and Photography shows.

Also new this year is a Shuttle Service!

Avoid the stress of parking at the festival and instead take the free shuttle from either Meridian Park Elementary or Cromwell Park / King County District Court building. The shuttle is provided by Shoreline Community College and will run in a loop every 15 minutes starting at 9:15am at Meridian Park Elementary, with the last ride leaving the Shoreline Center at 6:30pm (5:30pm on Sunday).


The Shoreline Arts Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival. This creative community event, presented by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, will be held at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. 

Visit our website for more information.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Shoreline Arts Festival – Performance Preview

Sunday, June 21, 2015


Shoreline Arts Festival – Performance Preview
June 27 and 28, Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE

Two Stages of Live Music / Dance playing all weekend long, come see it all without spending a penny! Sit back, relax, and let us entertain you with an array of musical and dance performances spanning a wide range of styles, or if you’re adventurous take the Festival into your own hands during our Open Mic hour. The world is your oyster. For a full line-up visit the website. Here’s a just a sample of what the festival has to offer:


Gary Hammon Quartet

Straight-ahead jazz led by a local saxophonist with decades of experience playing all over the world. The Gary Hammon Quartet will be performing a set of hard-swinging originals and jazz favorites.


Rouge
Rouge Duo

Roughe’s music has been used in film, theatre, television and video games. They have been played on classical and public radio stations, and now they're bringing their version of French CafĂ© music to the Shoreline Arts Festival.

Peter Ali
Peter Ali
A talented self-taught Native American Flutist who will share various voices of the Native American Flue and the songs that come from this heart. 

Shoreline Senior Singers
The Shoreline Senior Center is celebrating its 40th year. The Senior Singers are a special part of the programming that is offered at the center each week. The seniors are provided the opportunity to bring the joy of singing to themselves as well as with special performance at the senior center. 

The Tarantellas
A remarkable acoustic duo that specializes in playing “The Legendary Favorite Songs of Italy!” With a Neapolitan Mandolin, Acoustic Guitar, Chromatic Mouth Organ, Friscalettu and tight Harmony Vocals, their sound evokes the sunny skies and love for life of the Italian culture. 

Mercedes Nicole
Mercedes Nicole
A wonderful, engaging jazz and blues vocalist who has performed at many of the finest venues on the west coast. She has a rich warm voice and an amazing phrasing. 

STRUM
Between 10-14 Ukulele players will entertain you with this lively performance. Sit back and relax and let the rhythm take you away. 

HokulanI’s Hula Studio and the Kupunas
Proud to be dancing for the last six years at the Shoreline Arts Festival, the dancers of Hokulani s Hula Studio are under the direction of Kathy De Aguiar.

Around the Sound Community Band 
This dedicated group practices hard and meets once a week to hone their skills and prepare for concerts. In 2013 ATSB became an international band and performed at the Ladner Band Festival in British Columbia, Canada. The ATSB performs a wide range of concert band, marching, pop, show themes, and other types of music.

Michele D'Amour and the Love Dealers

Michele D'Amour and the Love Dealers 
High energy, danceable blues, often with a touch of funk and R/B. They are a Seattle-area based band that has played together since 2012, releasing their first EP, "Sin Comin' On," in February 2014.

Filipiniana Dance Company
Drawing from the many ethnic traditions found in the Philippines, the company dances to create exciting intermingling of very different cultures. The performance represents the many influences of the Highland tribal, Spanish, Islamic, and contemporary cultures, but remain uniquely Filipino.

Those Guys
This acoustic pop trio has been performing together for nearly a decade. Their tight harmonies, original songs and cover arrangements have entertained crowds all over the seattle area, and they are thrilled to make their debut performance at the Shoreline Arts Festival.

Jess Lambert
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Jess Lambert’s music often mimics the shifting and moody tones of her natural surroundings. With heartfelt songs full of raw personal emotion and gripping melodies, Jess Lambert creates a unique indie folk sound. She currently performs as a duo, joined by her husband Chad Lambert on electric guitar.

Karin Kajita Jazz
Karin Kajita Jazz
Karin is a longtime Shoreline Resident, jazz pianist and teacher. She has played for many Shoreline events including the Shoreline Arts Festival, Piano Time, and Concerts in the Park. 

Peter Renhard – Ireland in Song 
Lake Forest Park resident Peter Renhard has had a life-long love of Irish music and has performed in Ireland. Although he is not Irish by birth, his wife is and when he married her he had to convert. 


The Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, literary arts, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival. This creative community event, sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, is FREE and will be held at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Visit the website for applications, deadlines, or additional information or call the Arts Council at 206-417-4645.



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ThimbleBelle Quilters at the Shoreline Arts Festival in a new, larger space

Friday, June 19, 2015

A $2 raffle ticket could get you
this beautiful Christmas quilt
Photo courtesy SL-LFP Senior Center

The ThimbleBelle Quilters are pleased to introduce a new activity for kids and a demonstration during the Shoreline Arts Festival, June 27 and 28. The group will be in a new location this year: they will have their amazing display of quilts in the Staff Lounge in the Conference Center. They are among the activities on the Passport, so look for them and get your stamp!

Quilting starts with color choices and shapes. Come enjoy coloring basic quilt block piecing designs, from the basic 9 patch design to a block using small squares and half square triangles. A good activity for all ages.

Painting on cotton fabric with acrylics, fabric paints, fabric pencils and mediums will be demonstrated by Elizabeth W. Pankey, an experienced freelance illustrator and designer. Demos will be both days at the festival: 2-3pm on Saturday and 1-2 on Sunday. They could run over an hour depending on our interest in the process. This is aimed at the teen to adult skill levels.

The sign for the quilt - is quilted!
Photo courtesy SL-LFP Senior Center

The ThimbleBelles Group Quilt for 2015 is a beautiful Holiday gift theme. Raffle tickets go on sale during the Arts Festival for $2.00 each and sales will continue at the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center through the Holiday Bazaar, with the drawing being held on Saturday, November 7. The group meets at the Senior Center every Tuesday, noon until 3:00pm. All level of quilters are welcome to join. Bring your own projects to work on if you wish!

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center is located in the southern-most building of the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, #1 with ample parking in the front of the building. For more information: 206-365-1536 or see the website.


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#ShorelineArtsFestival #ShoeSelfies

Thursday, June 11, 2015



You're walking along, minding your own business and BAM! you see a quote on the sidewalk. The bottom of the circle says to Post Your Shoe Selfie. What is going on?

The #ShoeSelfies Project is an interactive art project by local artist Rebecca Rosman in conjunction with the 25th Annual Shoreline Arts Festival. We hope you find all of these inspiring and fun quotes sprinkled in unexpected places. Each week leading up to the Shoreline Arts Festival you'll see fresh, new quotes around town. Keep your eyes peeled & your footwear fabulous, we'd love to see your posts!

So when you see an awesome quote, step right into the oval, and take a photo from waist level, with your shoes in it and post it with the hashtags, #shoeselfies and #shorelineartsfestival. Share on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter and the Arts Council may highlight your photo!

The Shoreline Arts Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, literary arts, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival.

This creative community event, presented by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, will be held at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Visit the website for art exhibit applications, deadlines, or additional information or call the Arts Council at (206) 417-4645.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Join The Arts Council's small army of volunteers

Tuesday, May 19, 2015


Want to take pART in your community? Join the veritable army of volunteers who make the Shoreline Arts Festival possible. Get a backstage glimpse into what it takes to entertain 10,000 community members over two days. Volunteers are needed for a wide range of tasks, and time slots range from 1 hour to all-day, there’s something for every skill and ability level. Sign up now on Volunteer Spot.

Here’s a short list of just a few volunteer jobs available

  • Help artists move art and set up tents.
  • Set up the Hands-on Art section and make art with the kids.
  • Be a stage manager: facilitate stage transitions between acts.
  • Stage Emcee: Take the mic and introduce our fabulous performers.
  • Juried and Youth Art Room Sitter: Enjoy the art while making sure nothing grows legs and walks away.

The Shoreline Arts Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, literary arts, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival. This creative community event, sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, will be held June 27 and 28 at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Visit the website for applications, deadlines, or additional information or call the Arts Council at 206-417-4645

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Shoreline Arts Festival – 2D & 3D Art Juror announced

Sunday, May 17, 2015

David Franis - 2D / 3D Art Juror
Shoreline Arts Festival

David Francis works primarily an independent artist-curator with a practice informed by poetry, science, and critical theory. Following MFA and PhD degrees from University of Washington, he taught in Poland and Hungary as a two-time Fulbright scholar before joining the Humanities and Sciences department at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle from 1999 – 2006.

From 2006 – 2010, he taught in the Diverse Disciplines program at Pratt Fine Arts Center. At the same time, he joined Center on Contemporary Art (CoCA) as a curator, launching CoCA’s publications series and eventually writing over 15 catalog essays while creating collaborations with Seattle Parks and Recreation and King County Parks for a series of experimental exhibitions in public urban forests.

He currently serves as guest curator at Museum of Glass, Tacoma, and as Public Art Coordinator for the City of Shoreline.

The Juried Art / Photography Exhibit is one of the highlights of the Shoreline Arts Festival, featuring over 300 artworks from regional artists in 2D, 3D, and Photography. The Festival is scheduled for June 27-28, 2015.

The Arts Council awards over $2000 in cash prizes and merchandise prizes. Winners are announced at 11:30am on Saturday in the Shoreline Room. Each year, the Arts Council has also purchased work for their Portable Works Collection, which has grown to over 50 pieces, and they are shown at many public buildings in the community.

Visit the Arts Council website for a full prospectus and online registration form. The Deadline for online registration is June 15.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Non-Profits: Get Creative & have a booth at the Shoreline Arts Festival

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Hands on art activity
Is your organization a 501(c)3 non-profit serving Shoreline or Lake Forest Park? Apply to have a booth at the Shoreline Arts Festival and take pART in one of the busiest weekends of the summer! 

Applications are available online now. Participation for non-profits is free, but applying organizations must propose a hands-on art activity to take place in their booth during festival hours. See website for full details.

The Shoreline Arts Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, literary arts, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival.

This creative community event, sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, will be held June 27 and 28 at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Visit the website for applications, deadlines, or additional information or call the Arts Council at 206-417-4645.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.



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Call for Youth Artists – 2015 Shoreline Arts Festival

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Lydia Chin was one of the 2014 winners

Applications are now available online for the Shoreline Arts Festival’s Youth Art Show.

This show is open to all students living in the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park area. The Festival is looking for young artists, photographers, and sculptors for the 25th annual event on June 27 and 28, 2015.

Students may submit up to two of their favorite art pieces to the Cromwell Room in the Shoreline Center on Wednesday, June 3rd, 3:00-5:30pm. The Center is located at 18560 - 1st Ave NE. Work is juried for prizes and all work is hung for the weekend.

Up to ten pieces will be selected from these entries for the Shoreline School District calendar.

The Shoreline Arts Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, literary arts, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival.

This creative community event, sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, will be held at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Visit the website for applications, deadlines, or additional information or call the Arts Council at 206-417-4645

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts. 



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