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What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline? September 18 - 24

Wednesday, September 18, 2024


By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline

What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline?

September 18 - 24


Exciting events are coming up in Shoreline! Get creative at the LEGO Block Party, or bring your broken items to Fix-It-Night at the Tool Library. 

Explore resilience at the Wisdom Café, and practice English skills at the Talk Time Class. Don’t miss the Friends of the Shoreline Library Book Sale or the Shoreline Library Walk. 

Plus, enjoy the Shoreline Farmers Market and dive into the music industry at the 6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit. Mark your calendars for these fun and educational community events!

For more details or visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.

 

Lego Block Party
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Build together at an unstructured, creative play open-house. Stay for the entire session or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination! Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library. Registration not required.
 
Fix-It-Night @ Shoreline Tool Library
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shoreline Tool Library
Bring by your broken household items for a night of fixing and community building at the Shoreline Tool Library! It’s time to start collecting all those items around the house that need to be fixed but you don’t know how! Volunteers will help you fix and learn to fix your broken tools, lamps, toys, furniture, appliances, and any other broken items that you can carry in on your own. You are encouraged to enjoy the community of reuse! View the event calendar to register online.
 
Wisdom Café: Resilience!
Thursday, September 19, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Do you have it? How can you develop more? Share ways we have comeback from setbacks and gotten stronger. Wisdom Cafes provide space for older adults to engage in ongoing and facilitated conversations about livability issues affecting all people, as we grow. Registration not required.
 
Talk Time Class
Friday, September 20, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Practice speaking with other English language learners. Learn about American culture and meet people from around the world. Registration not required.
 
Friends of the Shoreline Library Book Sale
Friday, Saturday, Sunday September 20-22, 2024
Shoreline Library
The Friends of Shoreline Library are holding a book sale!
·        Friday, September 20, 5-7 pm: Pre-sale: Members only. Memberships available for purchase at the door for $10.
·        Saturday, September 21, 11 am-5 pm: General public.
·        Sunday, September 22, 12-4 pm: Bag Sale! Purchase a bag for $5 and fill it with as many books as you would like.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library and proceeds benefit the Shoreline Library.
 
Shoreline Library Walk
Saturday, September 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Meet above the Shoreline Public Library; park on 174th street, south of the library
From the library we will walk north to check out the new light-rail station at 185th, then loop around to go south to Northcrest Park in the Ridgecrest area.  We will then return to the library with a possible, optional stop at the Buddha Jewel Monastery. For a full list of walks visit www.ShorelineWA.gov/ShorelineWalks
 
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, September 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery). 
 
6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit
Saturday, September 21, 2024
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
London Bridge Studio
6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit
Sonic Guild Seattle and the Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter present the 6th annual Shoreline Music Summit. The Summit will bring together music industry experts to discuss tools and strategies for building music careers. In addition, attendees will experience a deep dive into some historic recordings and the people that made them as well as live performances by amazing local musician. Admittance is based on capacity. Get there early to snag your seat!
 
Free but registration is required
Register at eventbrite - Shoreline Music Summit 2024
 
Shoreline Music Summit is brought to you by Sonic Guild, The Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter, City of Shoreline, Port of Seattle, and King County Creative
 
Reading Buddies at Shoreline Library
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Volunteers help students practice reading out loud. Two students are paired by reading level with each volunteer. Book selection focuses on readers in grades K-8 and English language learners in grades K-12. Reading Buddies share eBooks on an iPad. Books selection changes every two weeks. Students may bring a book to share. Look for volunteers wearing the green Reading Buddies t-shirt. Add your name to the sign-up sheet for a 30-minute spot at your reading level.
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar
To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.

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What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline? September 11 - 17, 2024

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline

What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline?
September 11 - 17


Get ready for an exciting lineup of events in Shoreline this week! From the Recology Store Pop-up at City Hall and a class on reuse and sharing at the Tool Library, to the grand opening of the Kruckeberg Boardwalk and the ever-fun Rainbow Bingo, there's something for everyone. 

Plus, don't miss the Shoreline Farmers Market, a birdwatching workshop, and a business development session for artists. Whether you're looking to learn, connect, or just have fun, Shoreline has you covered!

For more details visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.
 
Recology Store Pop-up @ City Hall
Thursday, September 12, 2024
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Shoreline City Hall
Due to the temporary closure of the Shoreline Recology Store, Recology is hosting small pop-ups for Shoreline residents at City Hall. Check. Visit Recology's website for full details. They will also be offering the option to pay your Recology bill in person.
 
Free Reuse & Sharing in the PNW Class @ Shoreline Tool Library
Thursday, September 12, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Shoreline Tool Library
Join Seattle REconomy Executive Director, Josh Epstein as he presents his TEDx presentation on how new economies of reuse, sharing, and circularity are creating more resilient communities. The presentation will be followed by an inclusive open discussion onthe topic.
 
Talk Time Class
Friday, September 13, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Practice speaking with other English language learners. Learn about American culture and meet people from around the world. Registration not required.
 
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Kruckeberg Boardwalk
Friday, September 13, 2024
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
Come one, come all! It’s time to celebrate this massive achievement of increasing accessibility at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden. Join us for the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, boardwalk views, and refreshments! We will recognize the City of Shoreline, Shoreline voters (Parks Bond 2022), Forma Construction & Mithun, and our many supporters and community advocates.
 
Rainbow Bingo
Friday, September 13, 2024
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center
It's Talk Like A Pirate Day! Join hostess Sylvia O’Stayformore for ten rousing rounds of bingo, complete with prizes and a few musical numbers! Rainbow jello shots, beer, wine for 21+.  $20 Rainbow Entry – includes nachos and entertainment.  $10 Bingo packet at the door.  Purchase tickets online or call 206-365-1536.
 
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, September 14, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery). 
 
Attracting Birds with Native Plants and Garden Habitat with Julie O’Donald
Saturday, September 14, 2024
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
Did you know that approximately 50 species of birds live at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden throughout the year? In this workshop, join Julie O’Donald in opening your eyes and ears for the autumn migration birds. Outdoor time will include Birding by Ear and landscape examples of Garden Habitat. We will discuss the habitat layers that are preferred by different species of birds and learn which native plants are favored by different species. Classroom time will feature a photo filled visit to garden habitats and examples of native plants that bring gardens to life in each season. Many of these plants will be available for sale after the workshop, in the MsK Nursery. Fee course; registration required.
 
Making a Community Truly Welcoming and Inclusive
Saturday, September 14, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Shoreline Library
Our communities include people of different ages, abilities, gender/sexualities, and backgrounds. Join a discussion on how we can make our neighborhoods genuinely welcoming and inclusive. This event will include Q&A time and share action steps that you can take. Presented by Kevin P. Henry, who has been working in the fields of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, community building and media for over 30 years, in both private and public sectors. Registration not required.
 
Business Development Workshop for Visual Artists
Sunday, September 15, 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shoreline City Hall
“Creative Confidence: Selling Your Vision” is designed for visual artists who are ready to boost their sales and impact. If you're dealing with slow sales or struggling to move the needle, this workshop will give you a roadmap to increasing sales, securing public art projects, and building a sustainable, impactful career. Whether you're an emerging artist or aiming to leave a legacy, this program provides the skills and knowledge to succeed in the art world. Avoid common mistakes, effectively scale your business, and sharpen your business acumen. Discover modern marketing techniques to expand your collector base and strategies to stand out in the competitive public art realm. Learn from a panel of experts to gain confidence, sell your vision, and build a sustainable, impactful career.
 
Senior Home Repair Fair
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
1:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center
Join representatives from Habitat for Humanity, Rebuilding Together and Sound Generations to learn how to connect to low-cost and no-cost home repair resources in Shoreline. Programs are set up to support low-income to moderate-income homeowners staying in their homes. Please bring your questions and we’ll work together to match you with the best program for your needs. We look forward to meeting you! Please call the Reception Desk to Register for this free event: 206-365-1536.
 
Reading Buddies at Shoreline Library
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
4:00 PM  6:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Volunteers help students practice reading out loud. Two students are paired by reading level with each volunteer. Book selection focuses on readers in grades K-8 and English language learners in grades K-12. Reading Buddies share eBooks on an iPad. Books selection changes every two weeks. Students may bring a book to share. Look for volunteers wearing the green Reading Buddies t-shirt. Add your name to the sign-up sheet for a 30-minute spot at your reading level.
 
Free Basic Bike Maintenance Class @ Shoreline Tool Library
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Shoreline Tool Library
Spend an evening at the Shoreline Tool Library learning the basics of maintaining your bike – adjusting gears and brakes, fixing a flat, cleaning, and being sure it (and your helmet) fit. Register online here.
 
Menopause 101: Navigating Change with Confidence
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Shoreline Library
Empower yourself with knowledge! Learn about common symptoms, self-care practices and evidence-based interventions to make your journey through perimenopause and menopause smoother. Presented by Vanessa Weiland, Board-Certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner. Registration not required.
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar
To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.

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What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? September 4 – 10, 2024

Wednesday, September 4, 2024


By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline

What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline?
September 4 – 10

Looking for some fun and engaging activities in Shoreline? 

From gaming sessions at the library to insightful discussions at the book group, there's something for everyone this week!

Dive into video games, discover new reads, learn about human services, or explore local markets and crafts. Whether you're interested in community walks, making hypertufa plant containers, or saving seeds for next season, these events are perfect for connecting with your community and learning something new.

Mark your calendars and don't miss out!

For more details or visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.
 
Game On!
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Shoreline Library
Play video games on Nintendo Switch!  We've got Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 and more.  Snacks provided by Friends of Shoreline Library. Don't miss out! Grades 6-12.  Registration not required.
 
Richmond Beach Library Book Group
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Richmond Beach Library
This month’s title is What I want You to See by Catherine Linka. New members always welcome. Registration not required.
 
CityLearn – Human Services in Shoreline
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Shoreline City Hall
Come hear about the Shoreline Human Services Strategic Plan, recently adopted by the City Council in April, 2024. More will also be shared about how the City promotes individual and community well-being by increasing self-sufficiency, reducing the negative impacts of adverse life events, and helping people reach their full potential.  CityLearn is a monthly opportunity to learn about timely topics in Shoreline. Hybrid meetings are open to everyone who lives and/or works in Shoreline. Participants connect directly with City Councilmembers and staff from different departments.
The Zoom link for this meeting is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88968765780
No registration is required.
 
Drop-In Employment Help Desk
Thursday, September 5, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Receive one-on-one support from a professional Hopelink Employment Specialist on resume building, cover letters, job search strategies, interview preparation and more. Ages 18 and older.
 
Drop-In Technical Assistance
Thursday, September 5, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Shoreline Library
Have computer, mobile device or software questions? A tech volunteer can provide basic level one-on-one assistance on tasks such as filling out applications, connecting through Zoom, email, social networks, navigating a tablet and learning to download free eBooks. You may bring your own device, but library staff cannot provide hands-on or hardware assistance. Registration not required.
 
Talk Time Class
Friday, September 6, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Practice speaking with other English language learners. Learn about American culture and meet people from around the world. Registration not required.
 
Hatch Chili Roasting! at Shoreline Town & Country
Saturday, September 7, 2024
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Town & Country Market Shoreline
Calling all chiliheads! 
Hatch chili season is finally upon us, and here at Town & Country we’re ready to celebrate! Please join us as we fire up the roasters and dive into the deliciousness of All Things Hatch. Let us do the work for you and take home a bag of freshly roasted chilis ready to use, or to freeze for later in the season. Our house-made Hatch brats and burgers make a flavorful addition to your next cookout, and Hatch mac n’ cheese and Hatch crabcakes bring dinner to the next level. For a surprising new summer dessert, try our Hatch cornbread muffins with vanilla ice cream. Follow your noses and come join the fun!
 
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, September 7, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery). 
 
Shoreline 4 Parks Walk
Saturday, September 7, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Edwin Pratt Early Learning Center
Walk through the Meridian Park neighborhood, including four city parks. Explore the Northwest Conifer Arboretum and the Shoreline ponies. For a full list of walks visit www.ShorelineWA.gov/ShorelineWalks
 
Hypertufa making workshop with Sarah Baker
Saturday, September 7, 2024
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
Indulge in the artistry of creating a plant container that is designed to look and feel like natural stone. These containers are visually captivating, lightweight, and add a naturalistic flourish to any porch or garden space. Each participant will fashion and take home one container (approximately 12×12 inches) and receive instructions for making more. Additionally, you will learn how to elegantly fill it up with vibrant plants handpicked from the Nursery. Fee course; registration required.
 
Free Seed Saving Class @ Shoreline Tool Library
Saturday, September 7, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Shoreline Tool Library
Learn how to save your seeds for next season from Marni, a certified sustainable urban agriculturist and owner of Growing Roots Together. Register online here.
The 2024 Shoreline Sustainable Skill Series is brought to you by Seattle REconomy. The focus is on sustainability and do-it-yourself (DIY) classes and events, all of which are FREE to the public. Funding has been provided, in full or in part, by the City of Shoreline’s Environmental Mini-Grant Program. 
 
Reading Buddies at Shoreline Library
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Volunteers help students practice reading out loud. Two students are paired by reading level with each volunteer. Book selection focuses on readers in grades K-8 and English language learners in grades K-12. Reading Buddies share eBooks on an iPad. Books selection changes every two weeks. Students may bring a book to share. Look for volunteers wearing the green Reading Buddies t-shirt. Add your name to the sign-up sheet for a 30-minute spot at your reading level.
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar
To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.

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What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? August 28 – September 3

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline

What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline?
August 28 – September 3

From connecting with vital resources at the Community Resource Fair to celebrating the first day of school for our little ones, there's something for everyone this week.

Don't miss the grand opening of the Light Rail with ribbon cuttings, celebration on Friday. Plus, our local Shoreline Farmers Market is back with fresh produce and live music on Saturday. Mark your calendars and join in the fun!

Keep reading for more details or visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.
 
Community Resource Fair
Thursday, August 29, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Come for a resource fair serving community members in need of support. Social service providers will be available to help connect attendees with resources such as healthcare, education, legal clinics and more! Look online for a list of participating agencies. Registration not required.
Support your local food banks with some delicious grilled street corn!
 
Support your local food banks with some delicious grilled street corn!
Thursday, August 29, 2024
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Town & Country Market Shoreline
Stop by your local Town & Country Market on Thursday Aug 29th and pick up a summery treat for a good cause. We'll be out front of the markets grilling some delicious street corn and selling it for a suggested donation of $5. All proceeds go to benefit our local food banks through our Giving Together program.
 
First Day of School Kindergarten - Shoreline School District
Friday, August 30, 2024
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Shoreline Public Schools
 
Light Rail Open Celebration Ribbon Cutting
Friday, August 30, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Lynnwood City Center Station Plaza
Starting at 11 a.m. at the Lynnwood City Center Station plaza, Sound Transit will kick off opening celebrations with a public ribbon-cutting event. After speeches by local leaders, the ribbon will officially be cut around 12:30 p.m., and riders will be welcomed onboard the new 1 Line Extension to Lynnwood for the very first time. The Lynnwood City Center Station garage will be open for those planning to drive. Carpooling, biking, walking, or using transit options like Community Transit’s Swift Orange Line are encouraged. Celebrations continue later in the day at the two Shoreline Stations. 
 For more information, check the Sound Transit events: https://www.soundtransit.org/snocolink/events
 
Cedarbrook – Lago Vista Walk
Friday, August 30, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Cedarbrook Park
Meet at: Cedarbrook Park, 2000 NE Perkins Way 
Walk through the Cedarbrook and Lago Vista neighborhoods. Explore McAleer Creek and Whisper Creek. For a full list of walks visit www.ShorelineWA.gov/ShorelineWalks
 
Light Rail Opening Celebrations
Friday, August 30, 2024
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shoreline Light Rail Stations
 
Let's Get Moving! Opening Celebration! 
 
Shoreline North/ 185th Street Station 
The North City Neighborhood Association invites everyone to start the Labor Day weekend with a celebration right here in North City! Walk, bike, or ride to the new station and grab a free Orca card to board the 1 Line. Food vendors, community partners, music, dance, and celebration will fill the space. 
 
Dance Performances from Shorecrest and Shorewood Hip Hop teams, Mak Fai Lion Dance, and BOOTS! — a '60s Go-Go Dance Party. DJ Kurt Bloch and Emcee Troy Nelson from KEXP will keep the energy strong throughout the evening. 
 
* Lime will be on hand to offer scooter and bike demos and will be handing out free helmets. 
* Enjoy foods from local vendors such as La Liath Bakery, Mellow Yellow Thai, Nata Seattle, Geni's Ethiopian, Chick 'N Fix, El Mammamia, Taco Cortes, and Dippy's Ice Cream 
* Sound Transit will deploy a team of ambassadors to assist with Orca cards and answer questions about Link. Metro and Community Transit will also be ready to talk about transit integrations at our newest multi-modal hub. 
* A $1 book sale from Friends of Shoreline Library, and a special transit-themed exhibit from the Shoreline Historical Museum 
* A craft marketplace of clothing and jewelry, including High Vibe Designed & Burnout Boss, Salaheddine Serrhini, and Forever Beauty Jewelry 
* Learn from Commute Seattle about transit options, plus Shoreline Tool Library will be on hand to offer free bicycle inspections. 
* Hello There You event photography will provide a selfie booth and a roaming photographer to capture your memories and send them directly to your phone. 
For more information, check the North City Neighborhood Association: https://northcityna.org/blog/2024/08/lets-get-moving/
 
Shoreline South/148th Street Station 
The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce is excited to celebrate the grand opening of the station. Find out about local businesses and organizations. There will be a main stage with live music, food trucks, vendor stalls, free popcorn, and family-friendly games and activities. 
For more information, check the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce: https://shorelinechamber.org/Light-Rail-Grand-Opening
 
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, August 31, 2024
10:00 AM  2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery).
 
Rub With Love
Saturday, August 31, 2024
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Town & Country Market Shoreline
Local chef Tom Douglas will be in the market showcasing his Rub With Love spice blends. Come say hi and see what’s cooking!
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar
To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.



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What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? August 21 – August 27

Wednesday, August 21, 2024


By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline
 
What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? 
August 21 – August 27, 2024

From Fix-It Night at the Shoreline Tool Library to a Wild Adventures Concert for the little ones, there's something for everyone this week in Shoreline. Dive into hands-on workshops, groove to live music, and celebrate with the community at CRISTA Summer Fest. Don't miss out on the Shoreline Farmers Market and a fun-filled Back to School Game Day! August 27 is the first day of school for Shoreline Public Schools.
Keep reading for more details or visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.
 
Fix-It Night at the Shoreline Tool Library
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shoreline Tool Library
Bring your broken household items for a night of fixing and community building at the Shoreline Tool Library! It’s time to start collecting all those items around the house that need to be fixed but you don’t know how. We are having a fixing night at the new Shoreline Tool Library. We will help you fix and learn to fix your broken tools, lamps, toys, furniture, appliances, and any other broken items that you can carry in on your own. We encourage you to help as much as you can and enjoy the community of reuse!  If you are excited about fixing and want to help out with this event or other fixing opportunities we are looking for more fixers. Sign up to help out at this event below or join our list of fixers by sending us an email at ShorelineTL@seattlereconomy.org. 
 
Wild Adventures Concert
Thursday, August 22, 2024
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Shoreline Library
Have you ever met a saber tooth tiger? How close would you get to a king cobra? Join Mikey the Rad Scientist on a whirlwind musical adventure through time and space, exploring ecosystems and the creatures that live there. Sing, dance and celebrate our unique and wild world! Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library. Ages 1 to 8 with adult. Registration not required. 
 
Herbal Salve and Balms Workshop
Thursday, August 22, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
Making herbal crafts is a fun and easy hobby to dive into. In this workshop, you will learn how to make herbal salves and balms, using commonly available garden herbs. Participants will leave with the tools to create their own herbal ointments, and become familiar with ways to incorporate them into their daily lives. Class price/fee includes an herbal salve and lip balms to take home. Fee course; registration required.
 
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, August 24, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery). 
 
CRISTA Summer Fest!
Saturday, August 24, 2024
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
CRISTA Ministries
On August 24, 2024, we would be honored to host you and your loved ones at CRISTA Family of Ministries to celebrate 75 years in the greater Shoreline Community. 
10:00 AM—5:00 PM: CRISTA Camps rock climbing wall and free Kettle Corn Kid’s Zone with Bouncy Houses, Lawn Games, and Arts & Crafts  
10:00 AM—2:00 PM: Classic Car Show with CRISTA Senior Living with FREE Ice Cream and Hot Dogs from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM 
5:00 PM—7:00 PM: Prayer & Worship Night with SPIRIT 105.3 and PRAISE 106.5 
Food trucks and designated lawn areas for picnicking are available.
 
Back to School Game Day
Saturday, August 24, 2024
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Play a variety of video, board and card games! Bring friends and challenge them to a game of chess or play Smash Brothers on a big screen. Try Battleship or Jenga! All ages welcome. Registration not required.
 
First day of school grades 1-12 - Shoreline School District
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Shoreline Public Schools
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar
To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.

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What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline August 14 – August 20

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline

What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline?
August 14 – August 20

Watercolors, Community Champion Awards, City Walks, Celebrate Shoreline, Farm Fresh Produce, and more, there’s something from everyone this week in Shoreline! Mark your calendars and join the fun! 

Keep reading for more details or visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.

 
SilverKite: Expressive Watercolor
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Discover the enchanting world of watercolors, where you will unleash your creativity through a variety of techniques. Explore color and texture, expressing your unique artistic vision in this immersive workshop. Registration not required.
 
History of Development along Aurora Walk and Talk
Thursday, August 15, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Shoreline Historical Museum
Meet at Shoreline Historical Museum, 18501 Linden Avenue N 
Join staff from the Shoreline Historical Museum in a walk and talk exploring the history of development along the Aurora Corridor. Learn about why this area developed and the impacts we see today. Walkers are encouraged to add to the conversation with their knowledge and experiences. For a full list of walks visit www.ShorelineWA.gov/ShorelineWalks
 
2024 Shoreline Community and Business Champion Awards
Friday, August 16, 2024
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Council Chambers at Shoreline City Hall
The City of Shoreline invites you to join us to celebrate the community and business leaders who make Shoreline a thriving, vibrant, and welcoming place for all. Presented in partnership with the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, the award acknowledges and celebrates a leader whose contributions to the community make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who live, learn, work, and play in Shoreline. This free event will bring residents, businesses, city officials and other community leaders together to celebrate successes, acknowledge contributions, and strengthen community bonds.  Register for this free event here.
 
Planning a Rain Garden in the Pacific Northwest
Saturday, August 17, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Spartan Recreation Center
This free class will teach you how rain gardens enhance our natural environment and quality of life. Registration is required. Sign up online. This is part of a Gardening for Climate Change workshop series funded in part by an Environmental Mini-Grant. 
 
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, August 17, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery). 
 
St. Dunstan’s to Llandover Woods Walk
Saturday, August 17, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
St. Dunstan's Church
Meet at: St. Dunstan's Church 722 N 145th St. 
We will walk south from the church, then down a long, winding road through the forest with scattered estates, to a waterfront overlook. We will return by a much shorter route though Llandover Woods. For a full list of walks visit www.ShorelineWA.gov/ShorelineWalks.
 
Cuttings Propagation Workshop
Saturday, August 17, 2024
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
Learn the artful skill of propagating plants by cuttings. Creating more plants by vegetative reproduction is a rewarding and fun hobby you can easily add to your gardening tool belt. Spend a morning at the garden learning how to identify healthy cutting materials, how to process them, and aftercare. Participants will go home with a small collection of plant propagules to grow on, or gift to others. Fee course; registration required.
 
Yoga in the Park
Saturday, August 17, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Calm your mind, stretch and strengthen your body and improve your balance with a Gentle Yoga class, regardless of your age or physical activity level. This class meets behind the Richmond Beach Library, weather permitting. In case of rain or high heat class will meet in the library meeting room.  Please register. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.
 
Celebrate Shoreline
Saturday, August 17, 2024
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cromwell Park
Come celebrate the City of Shoreline’s 29th birthday! The festival has two stages with live music and shows, beer garden, pony rides, children’s theater, food trucks, petting zoo, hands on activities and more! This is a free family friendly festival. There is a cost for food, beverages and some activities. Visit the Celebrate Shoreline webpage for additional information.
 
Lunch Bunch Stories
Monday, August 19, 2024
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
Shoreline Library
Come for the Free Summer Meals program and listen to stories while you munch! Share songs and do activities! All ages welcome. Registration not required.
 
Energize Shoreline Workshop
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
City of Shoreline Virtual Event
Energize Shoreline Brings Savings on Heating and Cooling to Shoreline Residents.  
Join the City for a FREE virtual workshop and learn about heat pump technology, get details on available funding and incentives, and have the opportunity to ask questions of program experts and installer partners. After attending a workshop, participants will be eligible to receive a $1000 discount* on the heat pump installation, which can be stacked with other rebates and incentives. Energize Shoreline workshops are open to anyone! If you are interested in learning more about heat pumps, or are ready to install one, we encourage you to attend to learn more! Registration is required. Sign up and reserve your spot today!
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar
To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.

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What’s Happening this week in Shoreline August 7 – August 13

Wednesday, August 7, 2024


By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline
 
What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? 
August 7 – August 13

Shoreline has a fantastic lineup of events coming up this week! On August 7, enjoy the Zaniac Comedy Show with Alex Zerbe at Shoreline Library. August 10 is packed with the Shoreline Farmers Market, Fire-Resistant Landscape Gardening class, and more. 
Families can enjoy Baby Story Time and Lunch Bunch Stories at the Shoreline Library on August 12. Don’t miss the North City Jazz Walk on August 13, featuring live jazz at multiple venues. Mark your calendars and join the fun!
Keep reading for more details or visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.
 

Zaniac Comedy Show
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Shoreline Library

With the energy of 1,000 suns, Alex Zerbe, the Zaniac, moves like an untamed rubber band around the stage. Jaws will drop as the audience braces itself against an onslaught of comedy, juggling and wacky rap songs!  Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.  All ages welcome with adult. Registration not required.
 

Wisdom Café: How Old Are You (in your mind?)
Thursday, August 8, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Richmond Beach Library

No matter what age you celebrated at your last birthday, many people think of themselves as younger than their age. What age are you when you think about it and what about that age is significant? Wisdom Cafes provide space for older adults to engage in ongoing and facilitated conversations about livability issues affecting all people, as we grow. Registration not required.
 

Fire-Resistant Landscape Gardening
Saturday, August 10, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Spartan Recreation Center

This free class will teach you how to get started with a fire-resistant landscape at your home Registration is required. Sign up online. This is part of a Gardening for Climate Change workshop series funded in part by an Environmental Mini-Grant.
 

Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, August 10, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride

Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery).
 

Concrete Leaf Casting
Saturday, August 10, 2024
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden

Two sessions: 10 am and 12:30 pmAdd a personal touch to your garden with a concrete leaf cast! In this workshop, you will create an eye-catching work of art for your garden or home. Carolyn Barden has been teaching this class at the Garden for many years. Can you spot all of her creations in the Garden? Crafter-extraordinaire, Carolyn will show you how to create, paint, and seal your cast, as well as demonstrate various ways to display the finished product. Due to high demand, two sessions will be offered. Please select your preferred session. Fee course; registration required.
 

Prime Roots Talk & Taste at Shoreline Town & Country Market
Saturday, August 10, 2024
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Town & Country Market Shoreline

Explore the flavor and innovation behind sustainable plant-based deli meat 
Since 2017, Prime Roots have been on a mission to reimagine the old-world deli case by making a better plant-based deli meat - one that’s not only sustainable, but also satisfies your cravings for the umami taste and texture of meat. Crafted with the same epicurean processes of roasting, drying and curing, Prime Roots koji-meats’ nostalgic flavors are ready for sandwiches, pizzas and charcuterie boards. Prime Roots joins us in the markets this July to sample their products and show us how they're making the world a better place one slice at a time. 
Come and join the conversation; part educational, part inspirational, these fun events will include samples of three delicious recipes featuring Prime Roots products, so you can taste as you learn!
 

A Fairy Tale Called Playland
Saturday, August 10, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Richmond Beach Library

The Shoreline Historical Museum shares the story of North Seattle’s premier amusement park, its opening and closing and all the fun in between. Registration not required.
 

Baby Story Time
Monday, August 12, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Shoreline Library

Share bouncy rhymes, familiar songs and a book for babies, newborn to 24 months with adult. Stay for a short play and social time for children and caregivers afterward. Registration not required.
 

Lunch Bunch Stories
Monday, August 12, 2024
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
Shoreline Library

Come for the Free Summer Meals program and listen to stories while you munch! Share songs and do activities! All ages welcome. Registration not required.
 

North City Jazz Walk
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
6:30 PM - 10:15 PM
North City Business District

North City's favorite annual jazz festival is back with an outstanding lineup of live jazz at nine indoor and outdoor venues. From traditional jazz, blues and Americana jazz, to spectacular flamenco jazz, we've got something for everyone! Ticketed attendees will have access to all nine venues; non-ticketed attendees have access to the two free outdoor venues. Tickets available online.
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar

To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.

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