Shoreline Area News

Countdown To BrewFest

Thursday, August 4, 2016

By Lisa Surowiec

In about a week, the 6th annual 4-Corners BrewFest will commence in Innis Arden.

We have been busy checking off boxes:

Good mix of established and new brewers? Check.
Good weather? Check.
Fabulous emcee? Check.

Still on the fence about joining us?

Here are the Top Ten reasons to come.

10. The ability to vote for something that you love.

The Golden Growler is up for grabs, and you can help decide who gets to take it home for the year.

In Beer We Trust.

9. Yummy food. Chip's pulled pork sandwiches, grilled brats, snacks.

Even without the beer, this is your stomach's happy place.

8. Pretzel necklaces.

So fashionable, and the perfect complement to your sunglasses.

Chip sings

7. Awesome live music by local musicians.

6. Girls' afternoon. Or man-date. Or date-afternoon.

The chance to grab your favorite friends and enjoy each other's company on a sunny afternoon with no other details to manage.

5. Supporting neighborhoods. This event seeds next year's event, but also supports the four 4-corners neighborhoods. And a charity.

4. Supporting Hopelink. Who doesn't love Hopelink? And what better way to get them some extra money than to attend a beer festival?

3. Happy people. Seriously.

Everyone is happy at this place for this event.

It is not possible to be crabby when you're at BrewFest.

2. Crucible, Downpour, Hemlock State, Lowercase, Lucky Envelope, Rooftop, Watts.

Be the first of your cool Seattle friends to know these names.

1. 192, American, Hellbent, Elliott Bay, Elysian, Fremont, Gallagher's, Naked City, North Sound, NW Peaks, Salish Sea, Twelve Bar.

We love their support and we love their brews!

Visit the BrewFest page for more information, including volunteer links and ticket sales.

Keep checking back as we will be starting to tell you who's pouring what!

BrewFest, August 13, 3-7pm, Innis Arden Clubhouse, 1430 NW 188th St, Shoreline 98177

I’m Retired, What’s Next?: A Financial Planning Workshop

Mountlake Terrace Senior Center

I’m Retired, What’s Next?: A Financial Planning Workshop

September 22nd, 11:30am-12:30pm at the Mountlake Terrace Community Senior Center, 23000 Lakeview Drive, Mountlake Terrace (north of Lake Ballinger).

Event Description: How do I plan for retirement? I’m retired, what’s next?

In this workshop, professional financial advisors cover the basics of saving for retirement, living on a fixed income, social security/Medicare, and estate planning. All ages and levels of knowledge welcome.

This event is free and open to the public.

RADAR: Community meeting about mental illness, behavioral health, and policing

The Shoreline Police Department, the Shoreline Fire Department, and NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Eastside invite you to a community meeting about mental illness, behavioral health, and policing.

First responders want to hear from you about your experiences with police and what kind of policies and/or training you think would improve police response to individuals in a mental health crisis.

Shoreline is currently developing a program called RADAR (Response Awareness, De-escalation and Referral) that will begin in 2017.

Through RADAR, officers will work with individuals and their circles of support (parents, caregivers) to develop strategies that will help should police contact occur.

These strategies, or response plans, will reflect the specific needs of at-risk individuals. This information will help officers respond more effectively, and humanely, to challenging situations.

It will also give them the tools and contacts--when appropriate--to connect people with support and services. This is a new program with the potential to help both community members and Shoreline deputies.

The meeting is open to everyone, but they are especially interested in hearing from parents and caregivers of people who have mental and behavioral health issues.

Tuesday, August 23, 2016, 6:00 to 7:00pm (doors open at 5:30pm), Shoreline City Hall, Council Chambers, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133

More information here and a video with Capt. Scott Strathy explaining the concept of the RADAR program.

HistoryLink: Helene Madison won three gold medals in the 1932 Olympic Games

Helene Madison Pool
13401 Meridian Ave N, Seattle

Text from HistoryLink.org - the free online encyclopedia of Washington state history

Eighty-four years ago this week, swimmer Helene Madison won three gold medals in the 1932 Olympic Games. Her first came on August 8 for the 100-meter freestyle, followed by one on August 12 for the 400-meter relay. On August 13 she won the 400-meter freestyle, beating the world record by 2.5 seconds.

Sports trading card featuring Helene Madison

Upon returning to Seattle, Madison was honored with a giant tickertape parade. Two weeks later she gave a paid performance at Playland amusement park at Bitter Lake, and she later tried to break into show business. Unfortunately, her minor gigs as a paid swimmer led to the loss of her amateur status, and she wasn't allowed to compete in the 1936 Olympics.

In the 1936 games, held in Nazi Germany, Washington had other competitors who achieved fame. The University of Washington rowing crew -- propelling a George Pocock shell -- won a gold medal on August 14, 1936, and Lee Orr of Monroe placed fifth in the 200-meter dash, which was won by Jesse Owens. In 2013, the rowing crew was immortalized in Daniel James Brown's award-winning book, The Boys in the Boat.

Helene Madison postage stamp issued 1990

While others were competing in the 1936 Olympics, Helene Madison worked at a Green Lake hot-dog stand. Her later years were filled with tragedy, including two failed marriages, indebtedness, and battles against diabetes and cancer. She died penniless in 1970. In 1990 she was featured on a United States postage stamp, and today two Seattle swimming pools memorialize her name.

Night Out parties - fun, food, fire engines and talking to neighbors

Roads were closed so neighbors could meet
and children could play on National Night Out
153rd and Ashworth

Photos by Steven H. Robinson

The annual Night Out Against Crime block parties offer a lot to participants.

This little guy got to drive a fire truck
and his dad took pictures to prove it!
N 152nd and Densmore

At their core, the simple goal is for neighbors to meet each other. People who know each other are more likely to know when something is wrong on the street and more likely to tell the police their suspicions.

For one night, kids can play safely in the street
and neighbors talk to each other
N 161st and Stone

All that is usually required of neighbors is to bring a potluck dish, show up, eat, and talk to people.

Not everyone blocked off the street.
A front yard and driveway will do just as well.
N 160th and Ashworth

Those who register their parties get visits from local leaders.

Neighbors are talking to each other -
and to the City Manager and Shoreline Police Chief
You never know who you'll meet at a NNO party
NE 158th and 11th

Steven H. Robinson got to half a dozen block parties Tuesday evening and managed to find a fire engine and crew, a city councilmember, a school board director, the city manager, chief of police, and superintendent of public schools!

LFP Police and LFP Rotary say: Be Safe, Be Seen

Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Safety flashers available free at Lake Forest Park

In an effort to improve pedestrian safety, the Lake Forest Park Rotary has donated safety flashers which can be worn while walking.

These flashers are available at no cost at Lake Forest Park City Hall front desk and Police Department.

The flashers come with a flyer which focuses on pedestrian safety.

Safety flashers were distributed to each elementary student at Lake Forest Park, Brookside and Briarcrest Elementary schools prior to the end of the school year.

Police officers distributed safety flashers on August 2, 2016 at National Night Out citizen-gatherings throughout the city.

Stop by City Hall to get your free safety flasher. Be Safe, Be Seen.

Additional Info on pedestrian safety.

Aurora Theatre Company presents Oliver! for eight performances in August

Classic Musical based on the Charles Dickens novel will premiere this summer at Shoreline City Hall

Aurora Theatre Company will present their third annual summer outdoor musical for eight performances in August.

ATC’s version of the show will vividly bring to life Dickens’ timeless characters, from Oliver the orphan boy who dares ask for “more” to the Artful Dodger, the kind-hearted Nancy, mischievous Fagin, and the sinister Bill Sikes.

Audiences will join Oliver as he navigates the streets of 19th century London, on a search for love, family and his place in the world.

The Tony Award-winning boisterous, high energy musical with Book, Music and Lyrics by Lionel Bart will feature a cast of 22 local actors:

Jaryn Lasentia, Marcus Wolf, Gloria Lee Alcala, John Klise, Kyle Spens, David Clement, Dan Munro, Margaret West, Joshua Barret, Julee Felts, Taryn Keller, Monika Bauer, David Breyman, Bonnie Cahill, Sunga Rose, StaggerLee Cole, Audrey Herold, Phillip Meader Yetter, Mila Gatterson, Nicholas Spencer, Cameron Merkle and Cory Maxwell.

The entire production will be directed by ATC Artistic Director Scott Charles Francis. The 12 member orchestra will be conducted by Musical Director Michelle Choate with Vocal Direction by Dori Baunsgard. The Costume Designer is Fawn Bartlett with Sound Design by Jordan Gerow, Dialect Coaching by Alyssa Keene and Stage Management by Cassandra Thorpe and Assistant Rebecca Williamson.

Continuing Aurora Theatre Company’s tradition of offering free tickets for all, reservations can be made here.

2014’s “into the Woods” was attended by over 1600 people and last year’s “Fiddler on the Roof” was attended by over 3500 people. Seating is first come first served – so be sure to plan accordingly. (Some chair seating will be available). Free Parking is available at Shoreline City Hall with additional parking in the area.

Aurora Theatre Company’s third annual summer musical is sponsored by The City of Shoreline, Charlie’s Produce, Gravity Payments, Smeraldo Restaurants, Havana Social Club and The Saint and Ronald United Methodist Church.

A 2014 audience.
Attendance doubled the next year.

“Oliver!” will play for 8 performances: August 11-12-13 19-20 25-26-27 at 8:00pm at Shoreline City Hall Outdoor Amphitheatre – 17500 Midvale Avenue North - Shoreline 98133.

Doors open each night at 6:00pm for you to choose your seats in the lovely outdoor amphitheatre setting, bring picnic suppers, and wine and beer. Be sure to bring blankets, lawn chairs and coats or sweaters as it can get chilly. This year you will be able to purchase food / beer / wine from the Nollie's Café and Bakery booth or delicious gelatos from Chef Holly Smith's Poco Carreto cart.

Aurora Theatre Company will also be holding Raffles each night which will include items from: Seattle Musical Theatre, Bar Dojo, Epulo Bistro, Trader Joe’s, Shoreline Central Market, Edmonds Center for the Arts and Precious Paws. (Each night the gift certificates are valued at $150.00+)

Visit the website or Facebook page

Annual cleaning of McAleer Creek bypass

McAleer Creek bypass annual cleaning. Photo on the left shows the silt and debris.
Photo on the right shows after the cleaning was complete
and the water is flowing freely through the bypass area.
Photos courtesy City of Lake Forest Park

McAleer Creek underwent its annual cleaning during the first week of July.

A crew from King County removed the fish before the water was diverted. Fish were taken to the access culvert on 35^thAve NE entering Brookside School.

King County's fish count was Coho 77, Cutthroat 3, Lamprey 3, and Crayfish 1. All were returned to the stream after the cleaning was completed.

Silt and debris were dredged from the bypass to allow the water to flow freely. The Creek is now ready for 2016-17 winter rains.

Kenmore Mural Project at St Vincent de Paul brings community together

Kenmore mural by A. Gaul Culley and Staci Adman

The public is invited to a special exhibit featuring highlights of the Kenmore Mural Project at St. Vincent de Paul. The event will open Friday evening, August 19, at the Arts of Kenmore Gallery in the Kenmore City Hall, 18120 68th Ave NE.

The reception begins at 6:30pm with a presentation by KMP artists A. Gaul Culley and Staci Adman at 7:00pm. These award winning artists will share cultural stories that inspired images that make up the mural.

The mural is located on the west-facing wall of the St. Vincent de Paul building and is 188ft long by 12 feet tall.

“It is considered to be the longest mural in King County, and one of the longest murals in the state of Washington. This mural is a significant contribution to Kenmore’s 20-year vision of “a community that: is inclusive and family friendly, with a small town feeling that fosters a sense of belonging and pride and supports local arts, culture and history,” according to A. Gaul Culley and Staci Adman.

A dedication ceremony is also scheduled for September 5 at 11am at the mural site.

The KMP gallery event is the latest in a series of five exhibits mounted throughout the year by the Arts of Kenmore. These exhibits are made possible with support from the City of Kenmore, 4Culture, and AOK Supporters. The KMP exhibit will remain on display through September 29.

The mission of the Arts of Kenmore, an all-volunteer, non-profit 501 (c)3 organization, is to promote the arts in the Kenmore community. Among other initiatives, AOK produces the annual Kenmore Art Show at Bastyr, provides grants for art projects at six public schools in the city and is working to facilitate the creation of public art work in the Kenmore area.

To learn more about the Kenmore Art Show, purchase artwork from AOK Gallery exhibits, support AOK Grants for Schools program and get involved with the Arts of Kenmore, see the website or email or contact David Maehren, president of the Arts of Kenmore.

Shoreline awarded 2016 Governor’s “Smart Communities” Award

Shoreline City Council received Governor's award
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

From the City of Shoreline

On August 1, Ike Nwankwo from the Washington State Department of Commerce presented the Shoreline City Council with the Governor’s “Smart Communities” Award. Shoreline was one of seven cities and one county recognized for excellence in growth planning.

Now in its 11th year, the Smart Communities Awards program recognizes achievements by local leaders who promote smart growth planning and projects that contribute to thriving communities, a prosperous economy and sustainable infrastructure in Washington State.

“These community projects demonstrate how creative, collaborative planning helps shape a strong future for local economies and contribute to the long-term vitality of our state economy,” Gov. Jay Inslee said. “I extend my congratulations to these award winners that are a model for other communities all over Washington State.”

Shoreline received a Smart Vision Award for the 185th Street Light Rail Station Subarea Plan. The announcement read: “City of Shoreline created an exceedingly through and well thought out process for the 185th Street Light Rail Station subarea planning. Excellent example of subarea planning.”

“The 2016 Governor’s Smart Communities Award winners reflect the wide variety of efforts and partnerships that make up successful growth management planning in Washington,” said Commerce Director Brian Bonlender. “Acting on a clear vision for the future strengthens communities. This critical work helps to safeguard the environment, attract employers and support opportunities for all who choose to live, work and play here.”

Washington’s comprehensive Growth Management Act has been in place for 26 years. Using it as a framework, local communities plan and implement their vision for the future. More information on the Governor’s Smart Communities Awards or the Growth Management Act here

Robotic and game design camp for 1st - 6th graders

A camp for budding mad scientists will be held Aug 15 - 19 at Shoreline Community College.

First through sixth graders will learn to design and build Lego robots and create video games.

Register online Contact Don with questions, 206-992-3550.

Ride to Seafair with Metro and Sound Transit

Need a ride this weekend to Seafair? With the Blue Angels, hydro races, and road closures coming to town, King County Metro Transit and Sound Transit want riders and Seafair revelers to be prepared.

Metro offers free shuttles for those traveling to Lake Washington to see the hydro races and Blue Angels air shows. And with new light rail stations on Capitol Hill and at the University of Washington, riders have more options than ever to leave their car behind and take the train to connect with free bus shuttles to see all the action.

Metro also will reroute several buses during temporary closures of the Interstate 90 floating bridge to accommodate the Blue Angels as they practice and perform their air show, starting Thursday, August 4, through Sunday, August 7. Shuttle buses, requiring payment of fare, will operate between North Mercer Island and the South Bellevue Park and Ride lot during the I-90 closures.

Hydro shuttles, August 5-7
Metro provides free shuttles to the Albert Lee Cup hydro races Friday through Sunday, from 5:45 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Shuttles operate from the Columbia City Link light rail station (Martin Luther King, Jr. Way and South Edmunds Street) to Stan Sayres Pits near Genesee Park on Lake Washington, where fans can also view the Blue Angels air shows.

Near Columbia City Link Station, board a shuttle eastbound on South Angeline Street just west of 32nd Avenue South. Shuttles operate frequently and depart as the buses fill.

Leaving from Genesee Park to return to Columbia City, riders can board shuttles northbound on 43rd Avenue South, just north of South Genesee Street.

Metro bus Route 50 is rerouted during this event.

All I-90 bus service will be rerouted to State Route 520 during the I-90 bridge closures, which affect eastbound, westbound, mainline and express lanes.

During the I-90 closures on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Metro provides shuttle bus service between the park-and-ride lots at South Bellevue and Mercer Island. Regular fares are required on the I-90 shuttles, which operate about every 30 minutes.

Sound Transit Routes 550 and 554, which normally travel via I-90, will be rerouted to SR 520 and will not serve stops on I-90 at Rainier Avenue South and Mercer Island.

I-90 transit service will be rerouted during the following times:

Thursday, August 4, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday, August 5, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 6, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 7, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Details about reroutes and shuttle service are available in the Metro Online Alerts Center. Riders also can use the online Trip Planner for information about getting to and from specific locations, or call Metro’s Customer Information Office at 206-553-3000 on weekdays between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Visit Sound Transit’s website for more information on Link light rail service. WSDOT has I-90 bridge closure information and the Seafair website has event information.

Ahmie-Palooza street fair to benefit childhood cancer research

On June 14, 2015, Ahmie Njie, a 14 year old Shoreline student, said goodbye to our Shoreline community. She fought a very difficult battle with a rare sarcoma (DRSCT) for 18 months.

The week before she passed away, she agreed to a drug trial in hopes that any information would help another child. This was Ahmie’s dying wish – to help other children fighting cancer. We have taken up the torch to push forward with her wish.

Through Ahmie’s Eyes Guild was officially founded as part of Seattle Children's Guild Association in March 2016 by Gienna Njie (Ahmie’s Mom), Marie Norton-Olsen, and Leslie Cheung.

We are excited to announce our first official Guild fundraising event Ahmie-Palooza! This event is a re-creation of Ahmie's 14th Birthday Party where our community came together to celebrate what ended up being her last birthday party.

We thought - what better way to bring together community, childhood cancer awareness, and fundraising for childhood cancer treatment research than to continue this tradition of a Street Fair and Music Festival because it's something Ahmie would love.

Ahmie, age 14

Together we can make a difference and every penny donated can make a difference in the life of another child fighting cancer.

Ahmie-Palooza is on August 6, 2016 starting at Noon until 5pm. It's FREE and open to all ages! Burke Ave N between 189th and 190th.

We have five local bands, 35 vendors, Peach and the Pig and Outside the Box food trucks, and Dippin Dots!

We will also have face painting, photo booth, a raffle with a TON of cool stuff from local businesses, activities for kids, and a variety of fun! There a few Pokemon Go stops along the way too!

All proceeds will be donated to Strong Against Cancer!

Here are links to the band line-up for your listening pleasure:

We are also hosting a VIP After Party from 6-10pm - by invitation only. Invitations are a $20 donation which includes dinner and more live music! We will also have local homebrew too!

Please contact Leslie Cheung for an entry wristband. The VIP party will be hosted at her home and is 21+. There is a limited amount of invitations, so you want to jump on this fast!

For more information please visit us at Through Ahmie's Eyes:

Shoreline man dies on deep dive in Lake Huron, Michigan

According to the Presque Isle County, Michigan Sheriff's Department, Erik Foreman, 47, from Shoreline, died surfacing from a diving expedition in Lake Huron.

He was part of an expedition led by shipwreck hunter David Trotter, diving to the wreck of the Hydrus, which went down in a massive storm in 1913 off the coast of Presque Isle County in Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula.

AP reports the group was diving to 300 feet but previous reports place the ship at 160 feet.

Foreman was heading to the surface when his fellow divers noticed he was in trouble and tried to help him. An autopsy will determine cause of death.

According to MLive, "His death is the second diving death in Lake Huron in the last two weeks. The body of a Detroit man was recovered from the lake after her failed to surface during a shipwreck-diving trip in late July."

Free rides for military personnel Aug 3-7

Military personnel, either in uniform or carrying military ID, can ride free on all King County Metro and Sound Transit transit service during Fleet Week, from August 3-7.

Jobs: Instructor - CNC Machinist Full-Time (one-year temporary appointment)

Shoreline Community College has an opening for an Instructor - CNC Machinist Full-Time (One-year temporary appointment)

The successful candidate will be skilled in the facilitation of learning and will teach and develop curriculum for a student-centered, modularized Manufacturing Engineering Technology program.

This program includes teaching the basics of CNC operation and programming, manufacturing processes, systems, quality control, machine maintenance, management and CAD/CAM programming, and design. The integration of industry-identified skill standards and assessment is required.

Working with and maintaining the Manufacturing Skills Panel (college advisory committee), the successful candidate will ensure industry validation of curriculum and assessment, determine the equipment needs for the program, and develop and secure internships for students. In addition, this individual will work collaboratively with the other community colleges and baccalaureate institutions to develop articulation pathways.

Complete job description and application information here

Photo: The power of a truth

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

“Too often we underestimate the power of a truth, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, the smallest act of caring all of which have the potential to turn a life around.

"People come into our lives for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Embrace each equally.”

--Leo Buscaglia

Katrina Young is in Rio to compete in the Olympics

Shorecrest grad Katrina Young is now in Rio
for the 2016 Olympics

Shoreline resident Katrina Young arrived in Rio for the Olympics on July 25th. She will returns to her training base in Tallahassee on August 22nd.

Opening ceremonies are on August 5th and closing ceremonies are on August 21st, so she will be there for the entire experience.

Katrina's mother, Carol Bert-Young and her brother Eddie will be flying down the week of August 15 and staying long enough to see Katrina compete in the platform diving.

Katrina qualifying at Indianapolis

According to Carol, "Katrina is doing great! She said, 'I can't wait for you to join the celebration. It's wonderful around here, with every country uniting.'"

Carol said that she is "...so thrilled to be able to see Katrina experience this incredible event. I want to thank everyone who contributed to her GoFundMe site - it helped get her there."

Shoreline teams do well in the Special Olympics Softball Tournament

Photo by Anne-Marie Pasoquen

The Special Olympics Softball Tournament / King County was held at Hamlin Park on Saturday.

Three Shoreline teams were in the competition and did very well.

In the Tee Ball Division, the Shoreline Shorelions took 1st, and the Shoreline Hawks placed 2nd.

Photo by Anne-Marie Pasoquen

The Shoreline Spartans placed 1st in the Masters Division 2/3.

Link to all results

See more photos by Anne-Marie Pasoquen

Special Olympics Softball Tourney/King County (7/30/16) | Facebook

Mark your calendar for the BOB - the Bite of Broadview

Ferris wheel at the Bite of Broadview

The Bite of Broadview, commonly called "BOB", is an annual family-friendly Seattle-based community event that draws thousands from around the entire Puget Sound area.

BOB offers a weekend filled with mouth-watering food and entertainment -- including carnival rides, live music, a beer and wine garden, marketplace booths, a kids' zone, a car show, a 5k fun run/walk, and more!

If you're hungry for fun and lively entertainment . . . or are just hungry . . . plan on coming to BOB!

September 23, 24, 25, 2016. No admission fees! See website for hours. The event is at 405 N 117th, Seattle 98133.

Pollet holds big primary-election lead in 46th District

By Evan Smith

Incumbent State Rep. Gerry Pollet held a big primary-election lead over Libertarian candidate Stephanie Heart Viscovich in results released Tuesday night.

Early results showed Pollet with more than 87 percent of the vote.

Pollet and Viscovich, the only candidates on the ballot, both will advance to the November general-election ballot.

The 46th District includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore and northwest Seattle.

Shop Local at the First Ever Shop Hop Tour Sept 10

Shop Local at the First Ever Shop Hop Tour

Saturday, September 10, 11am - 6pm - Free

Take pART in the first ever Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Shop Hop, a store tour featuring locally owned, art-focused shops in our community.

Pick up a “passport” at any of the stores, get it stamped at all three locations, and enter for your chance to win one of the fabulous prizes:

A special gift basket including a Shoreline candle and coaster, cards, and more donated by Beach House Greetings
An artwork donated by local encaustic painter, Marji Thompson, on behalf of Garden Essentia
A print donated by local photographer, Lauren Heerschap, on behalf of the Gallery at Town Center

Plus, enjoy a wine tasting by 8 Bells Winery at Garden Essentia and refreshments at both Beach House Greetings and the Gallery at Town Center.

PARTICIPATING STORES

Beach House Greetings

A unique card and gift shop specializing in selection and service. Offering a large selection of unique greeting cards as well as gifts, stationery, party goods, gift wrap and ribbon, and other seasonal items.

626 NW Richmond Beach Road, Shoreline, WA 98177, phone: 206-542-2773

Garden Essentia

An elegant retail shop, learning center, and art gallery featuring ‘all things garden.’

20152 Ballinger Way NE Shoreline, WA 98155, phone: 206-453-3920

The Gallery at Town Center

A program of the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, the Gallery at Town Center is located inside the Lake Forest Park Town Center, on the lower level. It features handmade jewelry, pottery, glass, textiles, greeting cards and wall art by 90+ local artists.

17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, phone: 206-588-8332

VIEW THE SHOP HOP MAP

This event is sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council.

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.

Shoreline Community College Continuing Education Classes for Fall Quarter

Shoreline Community College has issued its list of Continuing Education courses for Fall Quarter.

Courses are designed for community members and include everything from computer courses to music lessons to finance to meditation classes.

Costs are modest - for college classes.

Some classes are one session only and others meet weekly for a month or two.

Check out the entire schedule here - there's certainly something for everyone.

Shoreline Community College is located at 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Ryu-Rutledge, Kagi-Schirle headed for general election ballot

Tuesday, August 2, 2016

By Evan Smith

Incumbent Democratic 32nd Legislative District State Rep. Cindy Ryu was set to meet Republican candidate Alvin Rutledge, and incumbent Democrat Ruth Kagi was set to meet Republican David Schirle, according to the first results of the Tuesday primary released Tuesday evening.

Ryu was leading Rutledge with 73.76 percent of the early vote to 18.99 percent for Rutledge and 7.25 percent for independent candidate Keith Smith.

Kagi was leading Schirle with 64.56 percent to 22.53 percent for Schirle, 10.11 for Democratic challenger Wes Irwin, and 2.8 percent for Libertarian candidate Alex Hart.

Elections officials expect to post updated returns Wednesday afternoon.

The 32nd Legislative District includes the city of Shoreline, part of northwest Seattle, Woodway and nearby unincorporated areas of southwest Snohomish County, south Edmonds, Lynnwood and part of Mountlake Terrace.

SCC employee was victim of Mukilteo shooting

Three young adults were shot to death and another seriously wounded at a party Saturday in an upscale Mukilteo neighborhood when the ex-boyfriend of one of the victims showed up with an AK15 semi-automatic rifle he purchased a few days before.

He went around the house, found his ex-girlfriend and started shooting. He then, according to some reports, climbed on the roof of the house and shot another person.

He was arrested in Chehalis and arraigned on Tuesday, August 2.

The shooter and the young woman, Anna Bui, of Everett, were both students at UW Bothell.

One of the victims, Jacob M. Long, 19 of Everett, was an employee at Shoreline Community College.

Shoreline President Cheryl Roberts, Ed.D. issued a statement to the Shoreline CC community, which said, in part,

"We are deeply saddened to learn that Jake Long, a member of our Shoreline family, was one of the three victims of the fatal Mukilteo shooting this past weekend. Jake worked as an employee of Lancer Hospitality on campus and was known by many as a bright and friendly staff member.

“As a treasured member of our Shoreline community, Jake’s passing is a terrible tragedy. The administration and counselors will do all we can to support students and employees who may be grieving this tremendous loss. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of all who are affected by this senseless shooting.”

A brief memorial gathering was held on campus Tuesday, and counseling was made available for students and employees.

Death of Mountlake Terrace woman ruled a suicide

Mountlake Terrace resident Cheryl DeBoer, 53, went missing on February 8 on her way to work at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Her vehicle was found parked on the street near the MLT transit center overflow parking lot at 236th and 56th Ave W.

On February 14, a search party composed of her friends, family, and coworkers located her body a mile and a half away in a Lyons Creek culvert at 244th SW / NE 205th and Cedar Way / 37th NE just inside Mountlake Terrace at its border with Lake Forest Park.

On August 1, 2016 after Mountlake Terrace Police and the Snohomish County Medical Examiner's Office completed their investigations, her death was ruled a suicide.

A GoFundMe page collected $10,000 for the family to help them in their search. The unused funds were donated to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Public Service Day at the LFP Market

Public Service Day at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market on Sunday was a chance for the people who serve the community to meet the people and show a little of what they do.

Photos by Jerry Pickard

From left: Cory Roche, Public Works, Mayor Jeff Johnson
and Officers Parrish and Lehman

The Mayor, Public Works, and Police officers were happy to hand out brochures and talk about programs and activities in the city.

Northshore Fire Engine 57 and crew

LFP Public Works Street Sweeper was a kid magnet
with its steering wheels on both sides of the unit.

Fire trucks and big public works vehicles were a huge hit with the kids.

Public works staff

Public Works staff were ready with display boards and explanations.

Trying out the police motorcycle
Officer Hargrove and future Motorcycle Cop

Not to be outdone by big trucks, LFP Officers had their own kid magnet!

Eight week old puppy was just adopted yesterday.

And all that time, the regular market was going on with food, produce, ice cream, flowers, and new vendors. This couple brought the new baby.

Be sure to mail ballots in time to get Tuesday postmark

Monday, August 1, 2016

Shoreline drop box at the Shoreline Library
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

By Evan Smith

Voters who want to send primary-election ballots by mail need to make sure that they leave them in time to get a Tuesday postmark.

That means leaving the ballots by 5:15pm at the North City Post Office, 6pm at the Bitter Lake Post Office or 3pm at the Richmond Beach postal station.

Voters can leave ballots postage free through 8pm at ballot drop boxes at the Shoreline Library, the Lake Forest Park City Hall, the Lake City Library, the Broadview Library, the Ballard Library or any of 24 other sites around King County.

Teen activities at LFP Library in August

Teens are welcome at the Lake Forest Park Library on the lower level of Town Center in Lake Forest Park.

Some special programs are scheduled for this month.

Pizza and Books
Tuesday, August 2, 4-5pm

Ages 12 to 18.
What are you reading? Watching? Listening to? Talk, share ideas and eat free pizza!

Read the Movie/Watch the Book!
Tuesday, August 9, 4-6pm

Ages 12 to 18.
A movie program for youth who loved (or hated) the book.

Teen Writers' Group
Tuesday, August 16, 4-5pm

Ages 12 to 18.
Unleash your creative spirit! Write with other teens in a relaxed, supportive environment.

The Tortoise and the Hare musical production at RB Library Tuesday evening

Last Leaf Productions cast

The Tortoise and the Hare
Musical Production
Tuesday, August 2, 7pm

Presented by Last Leaf Theater Productions.

Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

There once was a speedy hare who bragged about how fast he could run.

Tired of hearing him boast, slow and steady, the tortoise, challenged him to a race.

In this engaging musical production discover why the overconfident and junk-food eating Hare loses a race to the slower Tortoise.

Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Avenue NW, Shoreline 98177, 206-546-3522

You are what you eat concert - and free lunch for kids at Shoreline Library Tuesday

Eric Herman

You Are What You Eat Concert

Tuesday, August 2, 10:15am
Presented by Eric Herman.

Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Get ready to bring the whole family to this fun and energetic program! Nothing is better than dancing and laughing hysterically to outrageously fun songs, while learning about healthy choices in food, why you are what you eat and terrific ways to exercise together.

Space is limited; first come, first seated.

Free Summer Lunch Program

Tuesday, August 2, 9, 16 and 23
Wednesday, August 3, 10, 17 and 24
Thursday, August 4, 11, 18 and 25

Lunch served from 11:30am-Noon; activities from Noon-12:30pm

Ages 1 to 18.

Nourish your body and brain while you read this summer! FREE lunch for children and teens ages 1 to 18. In partnership with Food Lifeline and United Way AmeriCorps members.

Shoreline Library 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline 98155.

Robert Moor to present his book On Trails at Third Place Tuesday evening

Robert Moor
On Trails : On Exploration (Simon and Schuster)

Tuesday, August 2nd at 7pm

From a brilliant new literary voice comes a groundbreaking exploration of how trails help us understand the world from tiny any trails to hiking paths that span continents, from interstate highways to the Internet.

In each chapter, Moor interweaves his own adventures with findings from science, history, philosophy, and nature writing combining the nomadic joys of Peter Matthiessen with the eclectic wisdom of Lewis Hyde’s The Gift.

Third Place Books, upper level LFP Town Center, intersection of Ballinger Way and Bothell Way.

Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced a $26 million plus agreement with Volkswagen

Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced a more than $26 million agreement with Volkswagen over its deceptive marketing of its “clean diesel” vehicles, plus restitution for consumers and billions in investments in clean technology development and environmental mitigation.

The $26.1 million recovery is believed to represent the third-largest Consumer Protection recovery in Washington’s history.

In related litigation, hundreds of millions of dollars will be returned to Washington consumers as restitution, and Volkswagen will either buy back or repair affected vehicles.

“Consumers specifically sought these supposedly green vehicles in an effort to make a better choice for the environment, only to discover Volkswagen deliberately deceived them,” Ferguson said. “Volkswagen pulled a bait-and-switch on Washington consumers, and our agreement holds them accountable.”

This is part of a series of state and federal agreements that will provide cash payments to affected consumers and require Volkswagen to buy back or modify certain VW and Audi 2.0-liter diesel vehicles.

AG Ferguson, along with attorneys general of five other states (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon and Tennessee), co-led a multi-state coalition of states and jurisdictions investigating the allegations against Volkswagen.

As a result of this agreement with the attorneys general, Volkswagen will pay the states $1,100 per car for repeated violations of consumer protection laws, for a total of $570 million nationwide. This includes $24,387,000 to Washington for the 22,170 affected vehicles sold in the state. Washington will also receive an additional $1,739,120 for its role as a leader in the investigation, for a total of more than $26 million.

Volkswagen will also pay $20 million to the states for their costs in investigating this matter and to establish a fund that state attorneys general can utilize for future initiatives, including investigations concerning emissions violations and automobile compliance.

The agreement preserves all claims under state environmental laws. Consequently, Washington maintains the right to seek environmental penalties from Volkswagen for its violations of environmental and emissions laws and regulations.

The full details of the agreement are available online.
FTC information here.

Over 100 people attend the free Legion barbecue Saturday

Vice-Commander Ray Coffey brought "Snickers" the Urban Search Dog.

Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

The Starr Sutherland, Jr. American Legion Post 227's Meat and Great Picnic was well attended Saturday, with well over one hundred people, including two Shoreline officers, enjoying the free barbecue meal.

Vice-Commander Ray Coffey brought "Snickers" the Urban Search Dog.

Thanks to Elias for doing the cooking!
Sam's Club employees.

Sam's Club employees handled the barbecue duties.

Vicki Bowles traveled from eastern Washington to provide entertainment during lunch. She sang and played her trumpet. Everyone enjoyed her patriotic songs.

More information about the Shoreline Legion can be found here.

Meet local artists; watch them create during Edmonds Art Studio Tour

Professional artists throughout Edmonds are busily preparing to open their studio doors for the 11th annual Edmonds Art Studio Tour on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 17-18.

This free, self-guided tour is a once-a-year opportunity to visit 19 private studios and two galleries displaying the work of 37 local artists in the scenic Edmonds area from 10am to 5pm each day.

One of the Seattle art scene’s most popular events, the Tour provides art patrons a chance to watch artists at work, discover their processes and purchase their handcrafted pieces.

Check out their video.

Visitors will enjoy colorful paintings, breathtaking sculptures, intricate jewelry, beautiful wood pieces, captivating photographs and more. And with such a varied collection of work, there is something for everybody to love.

Visit the Tour’s newly redesigned and mobile-friendly website at EdmondsArtStudioTour.com to preview the artists and their work, download a map of participating studios and galleries, and find links to each artist’s website.

The Edmonds Art Studio Tour is generously supported by the Edmonds Arts Commission, the Edmonds Arts Festival, Joyful Art Foundation, Harsin Wealth Management, Inc., The Cheesemonger’s Table and many others who are listed on the Tour website.

Volunteer as a Helpline Advocate at New Beginnings

Volunteers Needed for New Beginnings

Hearing about domestic violence in the media and not sure how to help?

Here’s how: Volunteer as a Helpline Advocate at New Beginnings nonprofit and offer compassionate support and resources to callers experiencing relationship abuse.

Training and guidance provided at your pace before answering calls.

Daytime availability preferred – 4 hours shifts encouraged. Location in northwest Seattle.

Email Erin to learn more.

Thursday's Roundtable: Get Placed with Verstela

Verstela employment specialist and recruiter, Sarah Hoffman will join the conversation at Shoreline Community College Job Seekers' Roundtable with details about Terra, what you might expect during a placement interview, and who’s hiring.

Word is that office staffing companies are at the very least even with requests for workers, and numbers of workers to be hired.

So it’s a strong possibility that if you need something fast in the temp or temp-to-perm sphere, Terra could be your last stop.

Please bring your resume – and that cover letter we polished up last week!

This is a great opportunity to get placed! As always, coffee and light refreshments are on hand, compliments of Central Market.

Thursday, August 4, 1:00-2:30pm
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133, Building 9000, Room 9202. SCC Campus Map and Parking.

Open to anyone of any age who is job seeking or interested in career change.

Led by Ron Carnell, Program Coordinator, Workforce and Continuing Education / Plus 50 Career Builder, Shoreline Community College, 206-533-6706.

Biotech students learn about ocean acidification and study Orca scat

Local high school students participated in “Biotechnology and the Environment,”
a Project Biotech camp hosted on Shoreline’s campus Summer 2016.
Photo courtesy Shoreline Community College

What can one learn from Orca scat?

Ask the Project Biotech high school students who participated in the one-week “Biotechnology and the Environment” camp at Shoreline Community College July 25-29.

Using the same techniques that biological researchers in the field use, including DNA sequence analysis and immunological assays, campers ran a series of tests on Orca scat to determine which correlates best with Orca stress: disturbance by vessels or lack of food (prey).

The camp is one of three biotechnology camps that Shoreline hosted on its campus this summer, with the other two focusing on “Biotechnology Essentials” and “Biotechnology and Human Health”.

This is the third year in a row Shoreline has welcomed Project Biotech camps, unique biotechnology and career-focused camps that engage students in hands-on lab and computer activities, introduce them to scientists, and inspire them to see themselves in STEM careers.

“The goal is to encourage these students to become the next generation of talent in the biotechnology field,” said Dina Kovarik, PhD and Director of the Biotechnology Lab Specialist program at Shoreline. “These students are learning how scientists research and find solutions to real problems facing our communities today.”

Some of the real-world issues campers study are:

ocean acidification, which is already impacting the Puget Sound and the shellfish at the base of our region’s food web that both Orcas and humans rely on, and
Hantavirus, which is traditionally transmitted from rodents to humans but has recently seen some cases of human to human transmission.

“One of these students may someday design a vaccine to prevent Hantavirus,” said Kovarik. “It’s our job to get them excited about the field and to understand it as a viable career option so that they continue on in their studies.”

The camps included a mix of hands-on lab activities, career panels and discussions with scientists, and field trips to local biotech companies and research labs and institutions. The camps served 65 students in 9-12th grades from more than 15 different area high schools.

Hear from Community Outreach Officer Steve Perry Aug 16 at Senior Center

Tuesday, August 16 from 10:30 to 11:30am at the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center, Shoreline Outreach Officer Steve Perry will speak on crime in Shoreline.

Donation: $2 for members and $4 for non-members (anyone can join, no age restrictions).

Jobs: Part-Time Faculty - Women's Head Softball Coach

Shoreline Community College seeks a women's head softball coach.

Shoreline seeks faculty/coaches who can adapt to a variety of teaching situations and who have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding.

The women's varsity softball coach reports to the Athletic Director. S/he shall supervise the women's softball program carried out under the auspices of the Student Success division. Such duties include, but are not limited to: teaching softball skills, developing and enforcing training rules, recruiting within the rules and regulations of the conference, assisting in transportation of teams, assisting in schedule development, assisting in softball equipment management, fundraising, monitoring academic achievement of student-athletes, marketing and promoting the softball program and preparing and processing related paperwork.

The softball Fall season begins September 1st and ends mid-November. Spring season begins January 15th and ends mid- May. Team recruitment continues throughout the year.

Full description and application here

Jobs: Accounting Clerk (Part-time - 15 hours per week)

City of Lake Forest Park Finance Department

This position supports the Finance Department mission by performing a variety of general accounting and clerical tasks including: verifying the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents, coding and routing vendor invoices, entering vendor invoices into the accounting system, maintaining the Citywide asset list, general data entry, filing and maintaining accounting records, and responding to vendor and employee inquiries.

This position reports to the Accounting Supervisor. The work schedule is flexible; the successful incumbent will establish any regular schedule within the City’s core business hours of 9am and 4pm Monday through Friday.

A completed City of Lake Forest Park application is required. Applicants may go to www.cityoflfp.com and apply online. Applications are also available at City Hall: 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155. If you cannot apply online through the City’s website, you may email your resume and scanned application to HR@cityoflfp.com with Accounting Clerk in the subject line.

Due to the number of applicants, the City will only contact those applicants chosen for in person interviews. No phone calls please.

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