See the 'Economics of Happiness' on Earth Day, Friday, April 22

Friday, April 22, 2011

Join us at Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church on this Earth Day evening, Friday, April 22 2011, at 7:35 pm for an inspirational and motivational one hour documentary film.

This is an easy way to help hasten and build momentum of an expansive global movement towards creating a more just, healthier, and HAPPIER world. You'll get key information to help make your journey into a more sustainable era all the more graceful and meaningful.

All are welcome to come enjoy a local community showing of: The Economics of Happiness.

Time and place: Friday, April 22 - Earth Day, 7:35pm, SUUC Sanctuary, 14724 1st Ave NE, 98155. As an entry fee, we are accepting whatever amount of donation you can offer. This film is for everyone, no matter where on a greening path they may be.

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SCC Parent-Child Center Auction on Friday, April 29

Thursday, April 21, 2011

SCC Parent-Child Center Auction, 5:30 - 9pm, Friday, April 29, PUB Main Dining Room (9000 Bldg) (College Maps)

You're invited to Bloomin'Fun - a Fabulous Fundraising Auction at Shoreline Community College from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2011. The auction will support quality improvements to the college’s Parent Child Center.

Auction donors include Jazz Alley, Starbucks, Creative Dance Center, Tutta Bella, Secret Garden Books, PCC Natural Markets, and many more. Art by children in the PCC will also be auctioned.

Come and enjoy a hearty selection of savory and sweet finger foods This is a 21 and older event - beer and wine will be available, including a draft micro-brew and Ste. Michelle wines - Riesling and Syrah. Enjoy music and dancing; favorite waltzes and oldies.

For more information, call 206-533-6665.

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Shorewood wins both boys’ and girls’ team titles at Terrace Twilight track meet Saturday

Shorewood Track Teams celebrate dual wins at Terrace Twilight meet. Photo by Paul Villanueva.
From Paul Villanueva

Shorewood won both the boys’ and the girls’ team championships at the Terrace Twilight Track meet at Edmonds Stadium Saturday.  

Edmonds Stadium, Saturday, April 16

Boys – 1, Shorewood 174; 2, Mountlake Terrace 169; 3, Franklin 13; 4, Anacortes 56.5; 5, Bellevue 36; 6, Monroe 24.5,

100m- 1, M. Wells-Daniels (F) 11.70; 2, David Fan (SW) 11.77… 4, Boyse Martinez (SW) 12.08…  7, Nick Vincent (SW) 12.71.
200m- 1, M. Wells-Daniels (F) 22.72; 2, Boyse Martinez (SW) 23.30; 3, Nick Vincent (SW) 23.61.
400m- 1, Hailey (F) 53.92… 4, Hayden Loch (SW) 55.7.
800m- 1, Josh White (SW) 2:11.37; 2, Cole (Sean) Carlstrom (SW) 2:11.95…  4, Henry Thomas (SW) 2:15.0.
1600m- 1, Trevor Ransom (SW) 4:49.98… 3, Keenan Stephens (SW) 4:54.44; 4, Michael Sutherland (SW) 4:56.09… 7, John Ehni (SW) 5:07.40… 14, Andrew Suh (SW) 5:20.24.
3200m- 1, Trevor Ransom (SW) 10:31.31; 2, Keenan Stephens (SW) 10:33.22; 3, Michael Sutherland (SW) 10:39.55… 8, Andrew Suh (SW) 11:31.40… 11, John Ehni (SW) 12:01.23.
110 Hurdles- 1, Smith (F) 16.52n;;; 3, Drew Delgado (SW) 18.53.
300 Hurdles- 1, Adrian Dela Cruz (F) 41.91.
4x100- 1,Shorewood (Niko Frazier, Boyse Martinez, Nick Vincent, David Fan) 44.61.
4x200- 1, Franklin, 1:33.57.
4x400- 1, Mountlake Terrace 3:40.38; 2, Shorewood (Cole (Sean) Carlstrom, Hayden Loch, Josh White, Chris Namba) 3:49.09.
Shot- 1, Cortedano (MT) 49-0… 5, David Schoch (SW) 38-5… … 9, Tyler Hirohata (SW) 33-11.5… 11, Danny Prall (SW) 32-0.
Discus- 1, Kneip (B) 129-0…  6, Tyler Hirohata (SW) 101-6; 7, Nick Teeters (SW) 95-0… 11, Ben Jenne (SW) 85-1.
Javelin- 1, Lien (B) 175-5; 3, Niko Frazier (SW) 146-0… 9, Nick Vincent (SW) 112-03.
High jump- 1, Aldin Vojnikovich (SW) 5-10… 5, Chris Namba (SW) 5-0.
Pole Vault- 1, Rook (MT) 11-0; 2, Erik Johnson (SW) 9-0. 5, Dakota Pedersen (SW) 8-0.
Long Jump- 1, Smith (F) 19-3… 5, Spencer Tu (SW) 18-1… 11, Rikio Campbell (SW) 16-7.5; 12, Kevin Law (SW) 16-0.
Triple Jump- 1, J. Kim (A) 38-08.5… 3, Spencer Tu (SW) 37-4; 4, Kevin Law (SW) 37-4.

Girls- 1, Shorewood 251; 2, Monroe 90; 3, Mountlake Terrace 89; 4, Anacortes 82; 5, Franklin 59; 6, Bishop Blanchet 8; 7, Bellevue 6.

100m- 1, Miriam Mboya (SW) 13.10; 2, Charity Ijiomah (SW) 13.19… 4, Bethany Smith (SW) 13.72… 6, Tessa Berkley (SW) 14.24.
200m- 1, T. Newson-Jefferson (F) 26.82; 2, Charity Ijiomah (SW) 27.48; 3, Bethany Smith (SW) 27.89…  7, Alex Burum (SW) 30.21.
400m- 1, Penner (MT) 63.85.
800m- 1, Lisa Santroch (SW) 2:33.08… 4, Erica Bond (SW) 2:57.20… 7, Kelsey Johnson (SW) 2:59.26.
1600m- 1, Erin Johnson (SW) 5:31.07; 2, Charlee Linton (SW) 5:43.19; 3, Anahi Vicencio (SW) 6:14.79… 7, Kelsey Johnson (SW) 6:22.24; 8, Keelin McKellar (SW) 6:23.24… 11, Carrie Jensen (SW) :40.97.
3200- 1, Erin Johnson (SW) 11:40.71; 2, Charlee Linton (SW) 5:43.19; 3, Anahi Vicencio (SW) 6:14.79… 7, Kelsey Johnson (SW) 22.24; 8, Keelin McKellar (SW) 6:23.24… 11, Carrie Jensen (SW) 6:40.97.
100 Hurdles- 1, Latimore (Mo) 18.13; 2, Emma McIntosh (SW) 18.97.
300 Hurdles- 1, Megan Ransom (SW) 51.16.
4x100- 1, Shorewood (Miriam Mboya, Tessa Berkley, Bethany Smith, Charity Ijiomah) 51.53.
4x200- 1, Shorewood (Lisa Santroch, Emily Ramsden, Zoe Vincini, Alex Burum) 2:01.46.
4x400- 1,Shorewood (Erin Johnson, Charlee Linton, Lisa Santroch. Megan Ransom) 4:31.34.
Shot- 1, Diandre Musikachart (SW) 32-6; 2, Stephanie Goei (SW) 32-1.25.
Discus- 1, Diandre Musikachart (SW) 85-7… 3, Stephanie Goei (SW) 73-2.
Javelin- 1, Williams (F) 111-6; 2, Katie (Catherine) Chae (SW) 97-4… 14, Diandre Musikachart (SW) 67-8; 15, Jessica Gaevert (SW) 65-0.
High jump- 1, Williams (F) 4-6; 2, E. Jones-Lee (F) 4-6; 3, Alaina Olson (SW) 4-6; 4, Christianson (A) 4-4; 5 (tie), Ali Jackson (SW), Crowe (A), Jackson (Mo), Roberts (MT), 4-2.
Pole Vault- 1, Jessica Throolin (SW) 7-0; 2, Megan Ransom (SW) 6-6; 3, Alaina Olson (SW) 6-6; 4, Romano (A) 6-6; 5, Ali Jackson (SW) 5-6.
Long Jump- 1, Charity Ijiomah (SW) 14-09; 2, Miriam Mboya (SW) 14-4.25; 3, Jessica Throolin (SW) 13-5.25.
Triple Jump- 1, Sammi Ritzert (Mo) 28-06.75.

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Shoreline Recycle Fest, Saturday, April 30 at the Park & Ride

New - Recycle Fest Event
Saturday, April 30, 9 am to 3 pm
Shoreline Park and Ride, 192nd Street and Aurora Avenue N

At Recycle Fest, you can recycle many items that don’t normally go in your re­cycle bin. Bring the Styrofoam you have been saving, as well as the bicycle that your children outgrew many years ago.

If you recently remodeled your home, you will be able to bring that old toilet, carpet and roofing material to recycle. Free for all Shoreline residents. No garbage or yard waste.

Learn more at the City website or by calling 206-801-2700.

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Celebrations: Carmen Caruso and Josh Wagner engaged

Engaged: Carmen and Josh
Steven and Janet Caruso of Edmonds are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Carmen Caruso, to Josh Wagner, son of Mark Wagner of Rockaway Beach, Oregon, and Susan Wagner of Ash Fork, Arizona. 

Carmen is a 1999 graduate of Shorewood High School, an alumna of University of Puget Sound (2003; B.A., Vocal Performance) and Dartmouth College (2008; M.A., Electro-Acoustic Music). 

Josh graduated from University of Arizona (2005; B.A., Fine Arts). Carmen is a digital composer, music instructor, and performer. Josh is Art Director at ZipZapPlay. The couple will continue to live in San Francisco after their August wedding on Hood Canal.

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Shoreline Area Wildlife: Crows

Crow. Photo courtesy PAWS

PAWS provides regular posts about wild animals commonly found in the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park area. Each post gives facts on the species’ natural behavior, as well as how to avoid and resolve common problems with the animals. 
Crows are among the world's most adaptable and intelligent birds. For example, crows are able to recognize individual human faces, solve simple problems and use simple tools. Watch this example. They have evolved a varied language, and are capable of mimicking sounds they hear, including other animals. They also learn to associate noises with specific events, especially with food distribution.
Habitat and food
Crows live in diverse habitats across North America. They thrive close to humans in cities and suburbs. They roost at night in large flocks of up to several thousand during the winter. During the day, smaller groups may fly up to 50 miles in pursuit of food.
With a preference for coniferous trees like firs, crows build their nests in woods or isolated trees at least 60 feet above ground. Nests are solidly built of branches and twigs and are lined with bark, plant fibers, mosses, twine, and other found materials.
As omnivores, crows eat whatever is available, including insects, small amphibians and snakes, earthworms, eggs, nesting birds, and saltwater invertebrates such as clams and mussels. They also scavenge dead animals and garbage and eat wild and cultivated fruits and vegetables.
Crow.  Photo by Quinet.
 Nesting and population
Paired male and female crows together incubate their four to six eggs, which hatch in 18 days. The young first fly when they are about one month old. Frequently at least one young bird will remain with her parents through the next nesting season to help care for the new nestlings, by bringing them food and guarding the nest.
In recent years, crow populations have expanded in urban and suburban areas in the Northwest. Wildlife biologists suggest that the increase will soon level off. Although crows can find unlimited food sources, they have begun to run out of potential nesting sites.
Solving and preventing conflicts
Crows have survived centuries of efforts by humans to eradicate them. They have been shot, poisoned, and bombed, but they have endured and even expanded their range.
Common complaints about crows include:
  • Eating corn and other crops.
  • Raiding garbage cans.
  • Dive-bombing people during nesting season.
Most people may not know that crows can actually benefit agriculture by eating insects and larvae that damage crops.
Crow-proof your home
Crows are attracted to food scraps in garbage cans and compost piles, and easy pickings in gardens. Make it as hard as possible for them to raid.
  • Dispose of trash in secure cans with tight-fitting lids.
  • Secure lids further with a bungee cord or chain, or store in a locked shed.
  • Do not put food of any kind in open compost piles.
  • Bury food in an underground composter or put it into a lidded worm box (read more about composting from Seattle Tilth).
  • Avoid feeding cats and dogs outdoors. If you must, pick up bowls, leftovers and spilled food as soon as pets have finished eating.
  • Protect trees and shrubs with bird netting, which can be purchased in a variety of sizes at garden and hardware stores. Tie the netting securely at the base of the plant or on the trunk of the tree to prevent birds from gaining access from below. Harvest crops immediately as they ripen.
  • Crows are particularly fond of young corn plants. As soon as corn has been planted, protect germinating plants with a row cover until they are about eight inches tall.
Flying crow. Photo by John-Morgan.
Avoid dive-bombers
While crows have young in the nest and on the ground learning to fly, they may defend their nesting territory by dive-bombing other animals and people. This territorial behavior is only temporary and will quickly subside as the young fledge from the nest and learn to fly. If possible, it is best to stay away from nesting areas until the young have fledged and the parents are no longer as protective.
Dive-bombing crows are using intimidation to keep what they think is a potential threat away from their young. They rarely hit their targets. If entering the crow's nesting territory is unavoidable, carrying an open umbrella will keep the protective parents from coming too close.
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Good Eats: El Sabor

El Sabor. Photo by Sean Wheatley.
by Sean Wheatley

Taqueria El Sabor opened a few years ago at one of those classic old Taco Bell buildings. The location had gone through a few incarnations (I particularly recall the slightly odd U-Grill Vegetarian), until finally hitting a home run with El Sabor. 

Opening day featured a mariachi band, jumpy houses for the kids, and half-price food all day long. The place had been transformed into an oasis of mexicana, complete with palm trees in the front and Univision on the TV screens inside. The food was really good, and a great time was had for all.

We return every once in a while for burritos, tacos, tortas, chili verde, and many other classic mexican dishes. Usually, you'll find as many as ten meat choices offered, grilled in the standard authentic way (like you would find in San Diego or Los Angeles, and of course, the streets of Mexico).
The excellent salsa bar is stocked with lots of choices and the free refills on the sodas and horchata is an added bonus. 

Photo by Sean Wheatley.
Then I discovered Mojarra, the fried fish plate. This is the kind of meal that makes me happy. Served with made-on-site flour or corn tortillas, a choice of veggies or rice and beans, this Caribbean fish (apparently it could be a tilapia) is served up hot for the plucking. I usually eat most of it straight from the plate, although making little fish tacos or mini burritos, depending on the tortilla you get, is another great way to enjoy it. 

This little taste of baja along Aurora always brightens any day.

15221 Aurora Ave N, El Sabor, Mexican food

Sean Wheatley's entertainment services business Seattle Parties keeps him busy in the evenings. He and his wife Leslie and son Dylan eat out so much that he started writing restaurant reviews, which he now shares with us.
 

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WeatherWatcher: snow in the forecast

Though there is no special weather statement issued yet, I suspect there is a chance for some accumulating snow tonight, into tomorrow and tomorrow night. 

I’m not sure if it will be anything significant, impacts on roads should be minimal if at all. But do not be surprised if you see some white flakes mixed in with the rain tonight (it has already happened) and throughout the day tomorrow off and on as a convergence zone persists over the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park area. 

As these are often unpredictable, we could easily see several inches out of this on the ground, or none at all. Drive carefully!

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Shorewood runs Wesco 3A baseball record to 8-0 with extra-inning victory over Mountlake Terrace

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

The Shorewood baseball team improved its Wesco 3A record to 8-0 and its overall record to 12-2 with an extra-inning home victory over Mountlake Terrace Wednesday, April 20, 2011.

The Thunderbirds’ 5-4 victory came a day after Shorewood had beaten Mountlake Terrace 11-1 on the Hawks’ home field.

Shorewood plays at Everett Friday, with Everett playing at Shorewood Tuesday.

Wednesday at Shorewood H.S.
Mountlake Terrace 130 000 00--4 6 1
Shorewood           101 020 01--5 9 0

Hatch, Faveman (3), Fitch (6) and Volpone. Moriarty, McAree (8) and Heideger. WP--McAree (3-0). LP--Fitch. 2B--Stopps (S) 2, Fitch (MT). HR--McKeever (S).


Starting Shorewood pitcher Kevin Moriaty delivers a fastball. 

Photo by Wayne Pridemore.
Shorewood's Charlton Callender beats the throw to 3rd base in the bottom of the 1st inning.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore.
Shorewood's Duncan Hendrickson stretches to make the catch and the out in the 4th inning.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore. 
Connor Mckeever hits a home run in the 5th inning to bring the Thunderbirds within a one run deficit against the Hawks. 
Photo by Wayne Pridemore. 
Shorewood's Max Jacobs slides safely into 2nd base during the 5th inning.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore.
Jeremy Edwards of Shorewood makes it back to 1st base in a pick off attempt during the 7th inning.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore.
Shorewood pitcher Henry McAree takes over in the top of the 8th inning with the score tied 4 to 4.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore. 
Trevor Mitsui on 3rd base, in the bottom of the 8th inning, represents the winning run.   Coach Wyatt Tonkin watches the batter, Duncan Hendrickson, closely.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore. 
Shorewood's Duncan Hendrickson drives in the winning run in the bottom of the 8th.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore.
Way to go Duncan ! 5 to 4 !
Photo by Wayne Pridemore. 

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Shorewood team GPAs

Shorewood High School has announced the Spring GPAs (Grade Point Averages) for its sports teams. Student athletes are expected to maintain academic excellence.  The tennis team has an astonishing 3.878 average.  4.0 is straight-A.

  • Baseball        3.13
  • Boys Golf     3.316
  • Girls Golf     3.687
  • Soccer           3.278
  • Softball         3.457
  • Tennis           3.878
  • Boys Track   3.212
  • Girls Track   3.577
 

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Chamber music concert April 29

On April 29, at 7:30pm, Richmond Beach Congregational UCC will be hosting a chamber music concert featuring professional musicians Natasha Bazhanov, violin, Eugene Bazhanov, violin, Allison Kanter Farkas, viola, and Meeka Quan-diLorenzo, cello.

The concert is a benefit for Healthy Start, a local organization which works with teen moms. Admission is $15. Tickets are available at the church or online at BrownPaperTickets.

The church is located at 1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline WA 98177.  206-542-7477.


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Embrace Shoreline Schools on May 14 - events at every school in the District

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A weekend of big events in Richmond Beach on May 13-14

Join the Richmond Beach Community Association, City of Shoreline, Friends of the Richmond Beach Library, Richmond Beach Rehabilitation and Specialty Care for a full weekend of fun.

Strawberry Festival
Enjoy the music of local bands, food from local restaurants, and games and activities for kids -- all while sampling tasty strawberry shortcake! Co-Sponsored by the Richmond Beach Community Association and the City of Shoreline; music supported by a Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council Community Project Award.

Saturday, May 14, Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Richmond Beach Community Park, 2201 NW 197th Street

Arts and Crafts Show
Handcrafted items including jewelry, textiles, ceramics, photography and original art. All proceeds benefit programs at the Richmond Beach Library. Sponsored by Friends of the Richmond Beach Library.

Friday, May 13, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 14, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Avenue NW

Car Show
Check out one of the best displays of classic cars around while listening to live music by The Gentleman Callers. Sponsored by Richmond Beach Rehabilitation and Specialty Care.

Saturday, May 14, 10 am to 2 pm
Richmond Beach Rehab, 19235 15th Avenue NW

Parking Shuttle
Due to limited parking at the event sites, please walk or carpool if possible. Off-site parking and shuttle service to all three events will be provided on Saturday, May 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Richmond Beach Congregational Church, 1512 NW 195th. Guests are encouraged to use the shuttle to reduce impact on the neighborhood.

For more information, visit RichmondbeachWA.org.

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City of Shoreline: Provide feedback on Comprehensive Plan Amendments

As part of the State’s Growth Management Act, the City Council creates a docket, or list, of potential Comprehensive Plan amendments that may be studied and ultimately adopted in the upcoming year. The Council adopts the docket in a public meeting, currently scheduled for April 25.

The Council is considering the following amendments for inclusion in the 2011 Comprehensive Plan Amendment docket:
  • Adding the Town Center Subarea Plan
  • Adopting Goal, Policy, or map revisions to the Comprehensive Plan based on approved changes to the Transportation, Parks, and Surface Water Master Plans and Shoreline Master Program. (Earlier this year, the Council modified the Point Wells Subarea Plan and reviewed the Aldercrest Subarea Plan.)
To learn more about the amendments visit the City’s website. If you have comments about whether these items should be included as potential Comprehensive Plan amendments, send them to Senior Planner Steven Cohn or call 206-801-2511.

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Holy Week at Ronald UMC

Ronald United Methodist Church, in the heart of Shoreline, will offer Holy Week services Maundy Thursday through Easter.

For a complete schedule of Holy Week, please see the church website, or call 206-542-2484.

Ronald is one of the area’s oldest churches, founded in 1909. From those humble beginnings, Ronald has grown into a diverse and vibrant faith community, offering help, comfort and assistance around the world and right at home through partnership with Hopelink, the YMCA, and the Back to School Consortium. Child care available during worship.

17839 Aurora Avenue North
Shoreline, WA 98133-4896
206-542-2484


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St. Barnabas Anglican Church Holy Week services

St. Barnabas Anglican Church at 2340 N 155th St, Shoreline, invites you to join us for Holy Week and Easter Services:

  • Maunday Thursday begins with an Agape Meal at 6 pm, followed by the service at 7 pm.
  • On Good Friday, at Noon and again at 7 pm, the Stations of the Cross will be observed.

  • Holy Saturday Vigil, a service of New Light and Eucharist, will begin at 7 pm.

  • The Resurrection will be celebrated in a single service at 9 am Sunday. Easter brunch will follow the Eucharist.


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Shorewood PTSA names Outstanding Educators and Golden Acorn volunteers

Outstanding

Left to right: Ann Torres, Wes Proudlove, Kimber Bang, Linda Delgado

Shorewood PTSA named its 2011 award winners for Outstanding Educator, which recognizes professional educators, and the Golden Acorn for outstanding volunteer service to the PTSA and school.

  • Kimber Bang - Golden Acorn
  • Linda Delgado - Golden Acorn
  • Ann Torres - Outstanding Educator 
  • Wes Proudlove - Outstanding Educator

Ann Torres, Assistant Principal - Outstanding Educator
Ann is committed and tenaciously persistent, year-round, 24-7 in helping students at Shorewood. In the last few years she has moved seamlessly from the classroom to Dean of Students to Assistant Principal. For the past three years she has also been the summer school Principal.

Ann is driven to help students who struggle. Her leadership of the “focus on freshmen” has seen the failure rate in freshmen courses decline from 20% down to 6%. She is a leader in implementing the after-school homework club and the interventions program school-wide.

Ann takes the time to make sure that each student reaches his or her full potential through variations of reaching out, support, encouragement, mentoring and tough love.

Ann is also very supportive of PTSA and appreciates everything that PTSA does to support Shorewood students.

Wes Proudlove - Outstanding Educator
Wes is an innovative and energetic teacher who goes beyond his typical teacher duties. He is an outstanding mentor and friend to many of his students. He provides encouragement and guidance in such a way that many, many students have found a new outlook through Wes. The reputation that Wes has built for the Shorewood Auto Tech program along with his own is one of excellence. A few years ago he took on a new challenge, one that involves building robots to compete. Wes heads up the Robotics “Team Pronto” in which the kids start with a basic kit and then engineer, design and build a robot to compete with other robots in State, Regional and National competition. This year’s entry involved designing an arm that mimics the actual arm on the robot that moves, so the kids could control the robot by their arm movements and not the typical joy stick.

Kimber Bang – Shorewood PTSA Golden Acorn Award 2011
Shorewood PTSA service: Last 2 years handling the Career Center after funding was cut for that important program. She has singlehandedly taken charge of the scholarship area, website and spends 3 to 4 hours a week or more meeting with students and helping them apply to colleges find and apply for scholarships. She has also helped out in the Music Department, doing the Orchestra programs for the last eight years, fundraising and trip planning.

Kimber was also in charge of the PTSA Newsletter, organized the August mailings and subsequent newsletter mailing. Kimber has also been active in the EQC, which raises money for classroom enrichment programs.

In the greater community,  Kimber is involved with the Innis Arden Newletter and helps with the swim team.

Linda Delgado - Shorewood PTSA Golden Acorn Award 2011
Linda has filled various PTA positions at Meridian Park, Einstein and Shorewood. For the last two years Linda has served as the PTSA secretary and is currently Co-President of Shorewood PTSA. Linda is always looking for ways to improve and deliver PTA services. She started the Jamba Juice fundraiser and even takes care of documenting PTSA events through photography.

In the school community, Linda is an active member of EQC, and Boosters, both of which raise and award money for enrichment programs and student sports and activities.  She was the parent coordinator for the boys' Varsity Basketball team. At Meridian Park Linda was an Art Docent, sharing her skills and knowledge with the students. She has designed the Boosters Auction and has done the decorating for the Auction.

In the greater community, Linda is an active member of the University Presbyterian Church and participates in a weeklong camp called Side By Side which supports families with children affected with cancer and other serious illnesses and of course is involved in the arts and crafts.

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Saltwater Park beach restoration work party Apr 23

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Earth Day Celebration and Beach Restoration Work Parties Rain or Shine!
Saturday, April 23, 10 am to 1 pm. Lower parking lot of Saltwater Park.

By Tom Petersen

Students from the University of Washington’s Department of Environmental Sciences will lead volunteer work parties to clear the slopes of the Saltwater Park of invasive plants on Saturday, April 23.

April 23rd has been designated as the City of Shoreline’s Earth Day Celebration to encourage people to join in various environmental improvement efforts around town, including the work at Saltwater Park.

All of the work parties meet from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Richmond Beach groups meet in the lower parking lot of the Saltwater Park. The city provides trash bags and gloves. Children are welcome but need to be accompanied by an adult. Volunteer release forms must be signed on the days of the work parties.

Saltwater Park 2021 NW 190th Street, Shoreline, Washington 98177

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SCC Global Affairs: The Ocean Dimension, Wednesday 7pm

 The Global Commons Series, organized by the Global Affairs Center, Wednesday, April 20, 2011, 7-8:30 pm, Shoreline Community College, Room 9208 PUB (map).


Ed Miles
Reflections on an Unfinished Journey through Global Environmental Issues: The Ocean Dimension

Edward L. Miles
Former Co-Director, Center for Science in The Earth System, JISAO, and Professor Emeritus of Marine Studies and Public Affairs, University of Washington

Environmental issues seem urgent, dramatic, and disasters imminent. Scientists while no less concerned about the significance of these issues, take a long view of both their causes and consequences. 

Dr. Miles is an active member of the Climate Impacts Group. His fields of specialization are international science and technology policy; marine policy and ocean management; and the impacts of climate change.

This event is free and open to the public.


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King County Council recognizes efforts to protect the environment

The Metropolitan King County Council today voiced its support for the local, national and international efforts to protect the environment by proclaiming April 22 Earth Day in King County. The effort started 41 years ago to raise awareness about the environment has grown into a world-wide event, celebrated in 175 countries.

On April 22, 1970, more than 20 million Americans participated in the first Earth Day at college campuses and cities throughout the U.S. Many important laws were passed by Congress in the wake of the 1970 Earth Day, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, Superfund, and the creation of the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

“Earth Day presents us with an opportunity to examine our County’s environmental sustainability practices,” said Councilmember Bob Ferguson. “I am pleased that the Council continues to work towards making our operations greener as part of the larger goal of ensuring that King County remains a wonderful place to live for many future generations.”

“Our environmental challenges are huge. Doing nothing is not an option,” said Steve Dubiel, Executive Director of Earthcorps. “Back in 2004, EarthCorps expanded Earth Day into Earth Month because one day is simply not enough. Earth Month is all about giving people opportunities to make a difference. EarthCorps is excited to lead 3,500 volunteers on 25 hands-on projects in seven cities during Earth Month. Go to www.earthcorps.org and sign up to volunteer!”

This April 22, King County will host the eighth annual Earth Day Expo at Westlake Plaza in Downtown Seattle. The event will feature a wide range of activities, speakers and vendors geared toward people of all ages. Participants can get information and tips on how to reduce their carbon footprint, “green” their commute and tips on making a green home and garden.

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Shorewood Orchestra featured in KING 5 video

Cool in School: KING 5 video on the Shorewood Orchestra and its upcoming trip to play at Carnegie Hall.  (See previous story)



If the video does not display on your browser, use this link to take you to video on the KING 5 website.

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Evan Smith: 32nd District Democrats endorse Salomon, Tarleton

By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer

The 32nd Legislative District Democrats have endorsed Shoreline City Council candidate Jesse Salomon and Seattle Port Commission incumbent Gael Tarleton.

The District Democrats took the action at their April 13 meeting.

Salomon has announced that he will run for one of the three Shoreline Council positions on this year’s ballot. He has yet to say which one.

Salomon, who represents the Ridgecrest community on the Shoreline Council of Neighborhoods, is a public defender employed by a non-profit legal-aid organization, defending homeless and other needy misdemeanor defendants in the Seattle Municipal Court.

Positions on this year’s Shoreline ballot include those now held by Chris Eggen, Doris McConnell and Terry Scott.

The District Democrats endorsed Eggen at their March meeting. Eggen will seek a second four-year term on the Council. The Democrats also endorsed him when he won election four years ago.

Scott announced last month that he would not seek a second term on the Council. The Democrats had endorsed him when he defeated former Councilman Bob Ransom in 2007.

McConnell has yet to say whether she will seek re-election. She won her first term when she defeated party-endorsed former Councilwoman Maggie Fimia in 2007.

Tarleton has no announced opponents for the countywide port position. Hers is one of three port positions on this year’s ballot.

Both City Council members and Port commissioners are elected on a non-partisan ballot.

Candidates file for ballot positions June 6-10.

Positions with three or more candidates appear on the August 16 primary ballot.
Positions with only one or two candidates appear only on the November 8 general-election ballot.


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For the Birds: Fox Sparrows Need Himalayan Blackberries

Photo by Christine Southwick
by Christine Southwick
Fox Sparrows get their name from their red “foxy color”, especially on their tails. There are four recognized groups: Red, Sooty, Slate-colored, and Thick-billed.

The Fox Sparrows that we have here are called “Sooty Fox Sparrows” and have little or no red on their tails, instead are a rich chocolate brown. Occasionally, State-colored, and Red Fox Sparrows may be seen during migration. The lower bill, called a mandible, is a yellow to yellow-orange, and contrasts with the dark upper bill.

Our Fox Sparrows are very large chunky sparrows that like blackberry brambles, the thicker and denser, the better. Fox Sparrows are seen in this area mainly in the winter time, although some may stay all year round if the habitat is right. They are vigorous two-footed jump-kicking ground-foragers, looking for their favorite seeds and insects. They even make Spotted Towhee look like they are lazy.

Photo by Christine Southwick
The female sits on 3-5 eggs for 12-14 days, and both parents feed the young until after they leave the nest, usually 9-11 days after hatching. The majority of Fox Sparrows in this area breed in higher elevations. Consequently, I have not yet seen a fledgling Fox Sparrow. Since the seasonal movement of Fox Sparrows isn’t well documented, I am helping study these handsome birds by putting colored bands on their legs, as part of a Puget Sound project.

Because they are ground feeders and nesters, feral and pet cats are documented predators.

Our Fox Sparrows and our Song Sparrows are both darker species and people often have trouble telling one from the other. Especially since both forage on the ground. Look for an overly-enthusiastic kicker turning over leaves[Fox Sparrow]. Also look for lots of tail bobbing [Song Sparrow]. 

Here are some other helpful clues:

FOX SPARROWS
  • Solid brown heads
  • Yellow mandible contrast with top bill dark
  • Solid looking back
  • Chevrons on whitish breast
SONG SPARROWS
  • Gray and brown striped heads with a dark line through the eye
  • Top and bottom bills are both darkish
  • Streaked looking back
  • Stripes on a buffy breast
Song Sparrow. Photo by Christine Southwick
The first impression is usually, “That’s an awfully big sparrow. It is really digging for food.” If you’re lucky you’ll be able to watch it before it darts back into the blackberries. If you have blackberries near your yard, you may be able to entice it into your yard with a bird bath or suet.

Christine Southwick is on the Board of the Puget Sound Bird Observatory and is their Winter Urban Color-banding Project Manager. She is a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat Steward, having completed their forty hour class. We're happy that she's sharing her expertise with us about the birds in our backyards. 

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City of Shoreline receives WellCity Award from AWC

Monday, April 18, 2011

from the Office of the Shoreline City Manager
The City of Shoreline recently earned a WellCity Award from the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Employee Benefit Trust, one of 82 cities receiving the award. The award is based on meeting stringent best practice standards in employee health promotion.

As an award recipient, Shoreline will receive a 2% premium discount on its Regence BlueShield medical coverage for employees and spouses in 2012.

Promoting a healthy workforce is an important goal for the City. In 2005, the City Council established a City Employee Wellness Program that included an employee managed Wellness Committee. The Council recognized that improvements to employee health result in better morale, reduced absenteeism and enhanced productivity and performance. It also means lower healthcare costs.

The Wellness Committee promotes the health and well-being of City of Shoreline employees through fun and educational programs and activities targeting identified health risks.

The City will continue to make employee health a priority.

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