Sky seminars - extending your harvest and bonsai basics

Monday, September 10, 2012



Saturday September 15th                       11am – 12:30pm

Extending Your Harvest - Emily Wilkins and Joe Abken

With the sun starting to lose its summer strength, learn how to extend your harvest through fall and into the depths of winter.  With care, we in the Northwest can eat fresh food from our gardens twelve months out of the year!  Joe and Emily will talk about crops that can be sown or transplanted now for a winter or spring harvest, and show a number of simple season-extending devices, from Hooplas to traditional French market-garden cloches to pop-up greenhouses, which can protect your more tender crops from winter cold.


Sunday, September 16th                        1pm – 2:30pm

Bonsai Basics - Robert Cho of Asia Pacific Gardening

Let Robert Cho introduce you to the wonderful art of bonsai.  These living sculptures are surprisingly easy to create or maintain once you master a few basic techniques and learn how to work with your tree’s natural growth habits.  Robert will cover what you need to know to create and care for your bonsai. 

Sky Nursery 18528 Aurora Avenue North, Shoreline, WA 98133 206-548-4851 

    

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Book review by Aarene Storms: Temple Grandin : how the girl who loved cows embraced autism and changed the world


Review by Aarene Storms, youth services librarian
Richmond Beach and Lake Forest Park Libraries, KCLS


Temple Grandin : how the girl who loved cows embraced autism and changed the world 
by Sy Montgomery

Humane activists and meat industry representatives may argue over many issues, but on one point they agree:  Temple Grandin is a godsend for animals.  She is the only person in the world who has been honored by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and also inducted into the Meat Industry Hall of Fame.

Temple Grandin was just three years old when she was diagnosed with autism.  When she was growing up in the 1950's, little was understood about the autism spectrum, and autistic children were routinely labelled "retarded" or "schizophrenic", and treated accordingly.  However, Temple's mother steadfastly advocated for her daughter, seeking out schools, teachers and therapists who would encourage the girl's talents, creativity, and intellect.  Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, and is considered the world authority and consultant on the respectful, humane treatment of animals raised for food. She has designed groundbreaking facilities and equipment that protect livestock from fear and suffering because her autism permits her to think the way animals do.

This book, written with Temple Grandin's cooperation (she contributed an introduction and an appendix of advice for kids on the autism spectrum, as well as technical drawings and family photographs), is not only a biography of a contemporary scientist.  It is also full of details about autism--what it is, and what it isn't.  Sidebars emphasize that autism is not a disease or a dysfunction, and that people do not outgrow the condition.  The book also details some of the less-than-lovely functions of meat-packing plants; while never gory, it does not sidestep humanitarian issues surrounding animal slaughter.

Highly recommended for ages 10 to adult. 

Editor's note: Temple Grandin has a fascinating talk on TED about her life, work, and autism.


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New Sahaja Meditation Center in Seattle

Sahaja members during a meditation session


Relax, meditate and recharge your batteries, completely free of charge.

12317 15th Ave NE near NE 125th St
A group of like-minded individuals have pooled their resources to open a meditation center in the Northgate area at 12317 15th Ave NE near NE 125th St. 

The new Sahaja Meditation Center will be hosting an open house on Saturday, September 15 from 10am to 5pm. 

Experience mini-meditation sessions, relax to live instrumental music, enjoy refreshments and meet the instructors.

For more information email or call 206-486-6526.



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Coal proposals on Richmond Beach Community Association agenda for Tuesday

The prospects and impact of proposals for at least four coal-export ports in Washington will be the topic of the Richmond Beach Community Association meeting Tuesday at the Richmond Beach Congregational Church.

The Community Association meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, at the Congregational Church at the corner of Northwest Richmond Beach Road and 15th Avenue Northwest.

The Association has invited speakers to address the “coal-hard facts” of these proposals, as well as issues related to traffic, environment, and health. In addition to panel presentations, time will be allocated for questions.

More information is available from Community Association Vice President Jerry Patterson


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Missing, endangered baby found safe in Oregon

According to the King County Sheriff's Office, the missing, endangered baby last seen in Shoreline, has been found safe in Aloha, Oregon. (see previous article).

After a tip, the Washington County sheriff's office found the baby and mother early Monday at a relative's house in Aloha.

The father of the baby, Quandra Powell, who was thought to be with the mother and child, has been picked up on his warrants. After an anonymous tip Monday, he was arrested in the Skyway area by King County Sheriff’s Deputies. 

The mother, Trina Curry, was arrested by Washington County Sheriff’s Office when she tried to keep the officers from taking the baby. 

King County does not plan to pursue charges here on Trina. The case will be handled by Family Court.

The baby is in the care of CPS and is doing fine.


 




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Shorewood grad receives scholarship from Northwest Golf Media Association

Sunday, September 9, 2012

Pete Treperinas
Shorewood grad
Northwest Golf Media Association Announces Recipient of Annual Scholarship; University of Washington Student Selected

Pete Treperinas, a senior-to-be at the University of Washington, has been selected as the recipient of the first NWGMA Scholarship, which will be given annually by the Northwest Golf Media Association.
           
Treperinas, a 21-year-old journalism major interested in a career in sports journalism, is receiving $2,500 from the NWGMA. He is a graduate of Shorewood High School. Treperinas will be formally given the scholarship at the NWGMA banquet being held at Broadmoor Golf Club in Seattle on October 8.
           
The scholarship is open to all students who are entering their senior year at a Northwest college or university and who have demonstrated an interest and ability in sports journalism. The scholarship is posted at universities in Oregon, Idaho, British Columbia and Washington.

Jeff Shelley, co-founder of the NWGMA and longtime editorial director for Cybergolf, said, “When Bob Spiwak and I founded the NWGMA in 1995, one of my goals was to take the organization to a place where we could justify financially – through member dues and contributions – the creation of an annual scholarship for college students interested in writing about golf after graduation. Though it took 17 years, awarding our first NWGMA Scholarship to Pete is personally very satisfying.”
           
Treperinas is on schedule to graduate next June. He attended summer school after spending spring in Greece as an exchange student.
           
“My Greek heritage is a big part of my life,” said Treperinas, whose growing-up years included Greek folk dancing and Greek church activities. He goes by the first name of Pete, but his given name is Panayiotis (Pana-YO-teez).
           
NWGMA President Tom Cade said, "Pete got the nod over some other strong applicants. One thing that caught the eye of our committee was his involvement in golf, particularly as the two-year captain of his high school team. He obviously is someone who knows and enjoys the game and he has done well in his college studies and as a sportswriter for the UW Daily and in internships at 710 KIRO (ESPN's Seattle affiliate station) and Seattlepi.com.”
           
Like most journalism students, Treperinas said he can't predict if he will wind up working for a newspaper, magazine, website, radio station or other media outlet. What he is sure about is that the scholarship money will be helpful in his final year of college. “I'll definitely put it to good use,” he said.
           
“This is the first year we've given a scholarship,” said Cade. “Only students entering their final year of college are eligible because we want to help someone definitely interested in media get to the finish line, not someone experimenting with different majors or unsure what he or she wants to do. We see the scholarship as part of our organization's mission to encourage and assist media coverage of golf in the Northwest and we're pleased to give it to Pete.”

The majority of funding for the NWGMA Scholarship was arranged by NWGMA members John Tipping and Owen Hoskinson, who own and operate the Seattle Golf & Travel Show and the Vancouver (B.C.) Golf & Travel Show. They donated the proceeds from the silent auction at their Seattle show to the scholarship. “Their generous donation has made this scholarship possible,” said Cade.

The Northwest Golf Media Association consists of over 125 golf media and industry professionals in Oregon, Idaho, British Columbia and Washington. It is a 501c7 non-profit organization that was founded in 1995 to assist the coverage of golf in the region. More information on the NWGMA or the NWGMA Scholarship. For information about the banquet on October 8, call 206-890-5339.  


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Quickstart Shoreline for Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012

The Tuesday Quick-Start Shoreline Business Workshop for start-up, existing or potential business owners will be held on September 11th, 2012 from 12 noon to 1:30pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Avenue N. The workshop is free; feel free to bring a snack or a brown bag lunch.


MAYBE YOUR BUSINESS BRANDING COULD USE THE WOW FACTOR.

Concentrating on the logo, the website and the video we’ll show how we created the wow factor for our client.

Our instructors will tell you how to:

PAY ATTENTION TO ... Your message. Your story. Your flavor.
  • Talk to your target
  • Talk about things they care about
  • Speak their language
  • Tell compelling stories
  • Teach, share and demonstrate
You will learn the important and necessary:

STRATEGIES TO CONSIDER...
  • Input Document; know your market
  • Thoughtful Design; enhance, add flair
  • Compelling Video; enhance, add spirit
  • Crafted Copy; add clarity and character
  • Easy Navigation; enable your viewers
Our Presenters this week are true leaders in their respective fields.  We welcome: Tony Halstead and Terry Simpson.


Tony Halstead, Lighthouse Design
TONY HALSTEAD, BRAND STRATEGIST, CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Tony has spent over twenty five years in the large ad agency culture. He was Head Art Director at Ogilvy & Mather, Associate Creative Director at New Product West (Interpublics) V.P. Creative Director at Grey Advertising and V.P. Associate Creative Director at Drew Advertising.


He is presently Creative Director/Owner of Lighthouse Design LLC. He earned a BA degree in Advertising Design from The Art Center School of Design in Pasadena, California.

He has created award winning print ads, collateral, direct mail, outdoor and television. Experienced in estimating costs and project managing photo shoots and producing TV. Tony has also designed web sites, logos, tradeshow graphics and packaging.

Tony is an experienced team leader directing and guiding, art directors, copywriters, designers, photographers, illustrators, studio production and technical people.

He has been involved in branding high tech companies, such as Peter Norton Computing, Fifth Generation Systems, Novell, Sony and Canon. Plus hospitality companies like Princess Cruises, Korean Airlines and Westin Hotels. Medical companies such as Blue Cross and most currently Primary Care Redmond. In the food category; Hunt Wesson Foods, Carnation, and Pacific Ocean Foods Inc. Tony’s portfolio can be viewed here

Terry Simpson of TVisions
TERRY SIMPSON has been working since the mid-1980’s in
the professional/commercial film and video industry, as a producer-director, director of photography, and lighting designer. Clients include PBS, HBO, KCTS-9, NASA, Disney, Channel Four (London), Microsoft, Nintendo, Vivendi-Universal, UWTV, et al. National credits include designing lights for Louie Anderson’s HBO Special, Robert Fulghum’s Father’s Day Special (PBS) and Robert Bly’s “On Being a Man” (PBS).

Learn more about Terry's company by visiting his website.




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WeatherWatcher: First seasonal rain, then return to late Summer

  • The week ahead - First seasonal rain
  • Dry spell
  • ENSO status
  • Weather station malfunction
  • Last two weeks weather data
We have our first Autumn rainfall on the way, look for increasing showers developing this evening, most of the rain will fall after midnight and into the Monday morning commute. Winds will also be on the increase starting tonight and into the morning hours. Monday afternoon a convergence zone may develop but currently it is looking like it will stay north of Shoreline and Lake Forest Park. Tuesday high pressure rebuilds over the region bringing back sunny skies with the temperatures peaking out in the low to mid 70's for the remainder of the work week.
  • Be careful during the morning commute as roads will be extra slick due to the long period of time we've had without measurable precipitation.
We have had no measurable precipitation for 47 days, if we make it until midnight tonight without any rainfall, it will be 48 days without rain.

The current ENSO (El Niño Southern Pacific Oscillation) status is ENSO-neutral.  There are some signs, primarily some slight warming of the eastern equatorial Pacific surface heat content.  Although minor, it has some forecast models pointing towards a possible minor to moderate El Niño. As a result, the NOAA Climate Prediction center has issued an El Niño watch for the October through January period. I will be writing more about this during the middle of this week.

August 31st - September 2nd the weather station had a malfunction and didn't log data during this time. For these 3 days I have sourced temperature and humidity data from the Shoreline Central Market weather station.

August 25th - 31st:
High temperature: 80.5°F (Monday August 27th)
Low temperature: 48.5°F (Friday August 31st)
Total rainfall: 0.00 inches
Warmest day: 63.6°F (Monday August 27th)
Coldest day: 58.2°F (Friday August 31st)
Average temperature: 60.9°F

September 1st - 7th:
High temperature: 87.0°F (Friday September 7th)
Low temperature: 49.1°F (Sunday September 2nd)
Total rainfall: 0.00 inches
Warmest day: 69.0°F (Friday September 7th)
Coldest day: 57.9°F (Saturday and Sunday September 1st and 2nd)
Average temperature: 61.3°F

Warmest and coldest days are based on average temperature of the entire day, starting at midnight.  All other averages are based on the whole week, starting Saturday morning at midnight. All weather data unless otherwise noted is sourced from Carl's Shoreline Weather Station.
Twitter: @SWeatherWatcher


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Sample ballot - Part 3 State Offices

Washington State

Governor  - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • Jay Inslee, (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Rob McKenna (Prefers Republican Party)
Lt. Governor - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • Brad Owen (Prefers Democrat Party)
  • Bill Finkbeiner (Prefers Republican Party)
Secretary of State - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • Kim Wyman (Prefers Republican Party)
  • Kathleen Drew (Prefers Democratic Party)
State Treasurer - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • Jim McIntire (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Sharon Hanek (Prefers Republican Party)
State Auditor - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • James Watkins (Prefers Republican Party)
  • Troy Kelley (Prefers Democratic Party)
Attorney General - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • Bob Ferguson (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Reagan Dunn (Prefers Republican Party)
Commissioner of Public Lands - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • Peter J. Goldmark (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Clint Didier (Prefers Republican Party)
Superintendent of Public Instruction - Nonpartisan Office, 4-year term
  • Randy I. Dorn
Insurance Commissioner - Partisan Office, 4-year term
  • Mike Kreidler (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • John R. Adams (Prefers Republican Party)

Legislative District 32 (includes Shoreline)

State Representative Pos. 1 - Partisan Office, 2-year term
  • Cindy Ryu (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Randy J. Hayden (Prefers Republican Party)
State Representative Pos. 2 - Partisan Office, 2-year term
  • Ruth Kagi (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Robert Reedy (Prefers Republican Party)

Legislative District 46 (includes Lake Forest Park)

State Senator - Partisan Office, 2-year unexpired term
  • David Frockt (Prefers Democratic Party)
State Representative Pos. 1 - Partisan Office, 2-year short and full term
  • Gerry Pollet (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Sylvester Cann (Prefers Democratic Party)
State Representative Pos. 2 - Partisan Office, 2-year term
  • Jessyn Farrell (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Sarajane Siegfriedt (Prefers Democratic Party)


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Major changes coming for some transit riders this month


In just a few weeks, transit riders across King County face major changes as Metro Transit focuses bus service to serve more people, begins a pay-on-entry system and launches two new RapidRide lines serving downtown Seattle (Shoreline's RapidRide is still in the planning stages).

Thousands of riders will see changes to their routes starting Sept. 29. Dozens of routes will have different bus stops, travel on different streets or have changed schedules. Some low-ridership routes will be eliminated and buses moved to serve more people.

Community Transit busses operating in King County will also change to a payment on entry system.

“It’s homework time for riders, and we are putting tools online and on the street to help,” said Kevin Desmond, Metro Transit general manager. “We need riders to start preparing now so they understand how they’ll be affected by our planned route changes. 
“These changes make the best use of limited tax dollars, increase connections between routes and reduce route duplication – and by doing so we meet the needs of more people.”

Starting now, riders can go online and see a summary of the changes Metro has planned. Printed rider alert brochures will be distributed in coming weeks, and Metro’s online trip planner will be updated mid-September so riders can map out which routes work best for them. Also, teams of Metro personnel will be on the streets at the end of September and first week of October to answer rider questions.

Sept. 29, Metro also is transitioning to a pay-on-entry system on all buses. Eliminating the downtown Ride Free Area, which has been in place nearly 40 years, will raise needed revenue and preserve transit service. Riders should prepare for initial delays as lines form to pay fares when boarding.

“We expect the transition will take some getting used to, and we ask for everyone’s patience – especially the first week of October as riders and drivers adjust,” Desmond said. “It won’t be easy, but we can get to our new normal faster if riders know about how coming changes will affect them.”

Riders can speed up boarding times and be ready for the pay-on-entry system by getting an ORCA card. For those who relied most on the Ride Free Area to reach services in downtown Seattle, a free circulator shuttle will be implemented in association with the city of Seattle to serve those who need to access downtown human services and health resources.
  
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First game to be played in the new Shorecrest Gym


The Shorecrest girls Volleyball team has the honor of breaking in their new home Monday night,  playing the first game in the new  gym on the Shorecrest campus.  

Game time is 7 o'clock, the opponent Marysville-Pilchuck.

Players, coaches, teachers, alums and fans are excited to see the new building.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early, bring their cameras to record the occasion for posterity, and to save room for the Best Popcorn In WESCO.

With so much of the campus undergoing construction, parking for the new gym is accessible only via the school's south parking lot.

--From Shoreline Area News Sports commentators


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Shorecrest takes 2-1 tennis record into Monday home match with Glacier Peak


The Shorecrest boys’ tennis team takes a 2-1 record into a Western Conference 3A home match Monday with Glacier Peak after a 6-1 home victory over Marysville-Pilchuck Friday.
            
Shorecrest and Glacier Peak meet at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Shorecrest’s home Shoreline Park courts at the Shoreline Center. Junior varsity teams from the two schools meet at the same time at Glacier Peak High School near Snohomish.

In Shorecrest’s 6-1 victory over Mountlake Terrace Friday, the Scots won all four singles matches and the first and second doubles matches but lost the third doubles match by forfeit.

The Shorecrest junior varsity has a 3-0 record after a 7-0 victory at Marysville-Pilchuck Friday.

Boys’ tennis
Friday, Sept. 7
Shorecrest 6, Marysville Pilchuck 1
At Shoreline Park, Shoreline Center

Singles—
Nishaant Limaye (SC) def. Brown (MP) 6-0, 6-0;
Chris Sato (SC) def. Davies (MP) 6-0, 6-1;
Andrew Copsey (SC) def. Graine (MP) 6-2, 6-2;
Andras Szucs (SC) def. Tingaelstad (MP) 6-0, 6-0.

Doubles-
Evan Saunders-Nick North (SC) def. Ell-Griffith (MP) 6-1, 6-0;
Emahd Khan-Brian Fortney (SC) def. Hubbert-Moen (MP) 6-0, 6-0;
Hougan-Griffith (MP) won by forfeit.

--From the Shoreline Area News Sports Desk


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Shorewood High School cross country schedule


Shorewood High School cross country schedule

Thursday, September 6
Japanese Gulch Jamboree

Saturday, September 8
Sehome Invitational, 10 a.m. at Civic Field, Bellingham

Thursday, September 13
Cascade, Kamiak, Marysville-Getchell, Shorewood, 3:45 p.m. at Shoreview Park

Thursday, September 20
Meadowdale, Shorewood, Stanwood, 3:45 p.m. at Stanwood High School

Thursday, September 27
Shorecrest, Shorewood, Mount Vernon, 3:45 p.m. at Skagit Valley College

Saturday, September 29
Nike Pre-Nationals, Portland

Thursday, October 4
Shorewood, Stanwood, Jackson, 3:45 p.m. at Jackson High School

Saturday, October 6
Høle-in-the-Wall Invitational, 9 a.m. at Lakewood High School

Thursday, October 18
Western Conference 3A championships, noon at Cedarcrest Golf Course, Marysville

Friday, October 26
Northwest District 3A championships, noon at Lakewood High School

Saturday, November 3
State 3A championships, noon at Sun Willows Golf Course,Pasco

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Shorecrest High School cross country schedule

Shorecrest High School cross country schedule

Saturday, September 8
Mount Tahoma Relays, Tacoma

Thursday, September 13
Lynnwood, Meadowdale, Shorecrest, Mariner. 3:45 p.m. at McCullough Park

Thursday, September 20
Shorecrest, Snohomish, Kamiak, 3:45 p.m. at Kamiak High School, Mukilteo

Saturday, September 22
Three-Course Challenge, 10 a.m. at Seaside, Ore.

Thursday, September 27
Shorecrest, Shorewood, Mount Vernon, 3:45 p.m. at Skagit Valley College

Saturday, September 29
Marysville-Pilchuck Tomahawk Twilight Invitational, 3:15 p.m. at Cedarcrest Golf Course

Thursday, October 4
Cascade, Mountlake Terrace, Oak Harbor, Shorecrest, 3:45 p.m. at Hamlin Park

Thursday, October 18
Western Conference 3A championships, noon at Cedarcrest Golf Course, Marysville

Friday, October 26
Northwest District 3A championships, noon at Lynnwood High School

Saturday, November 3
State 3A championships, noon at Sun Willows Golf Course, Pasco


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Community running club in Shoreline

Saturday, September 8, 2012



A new, free running club started in Shoreline this month.

The North Seattle Runners meets every Saturday morning at 8am for a 4-10 mile plus run. 

Runners gather at the Innis Arden parking lot 1430 NW 188th, Shoreline 98177. They have drinks on the course and refreshments afterwards.

The club is open to anyone but most runners live in the north King, south Snohomish county area. RSVP if you plan to run, so organizers can plan for refreshments.

Organizer Scott Ruhlman says, "I have enjoyed running in Shoreline all my life and hopefully, this is a nice way of coordinating others to do the same!"


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Landscape designer will speak to Lake Forest Park Garden Club

Judy Griesel
On Tuesday, Sept 11, 2012, at the stage in Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park, 17171 Bothell Way NE, LFP, Judy Griesel will speak to the Lake Forest Park Garden Club on Incorporating Native Plants into one's garden. General meeting at 9:15am and speaker at 10:30am.

Judy is a Landscape and Garden Designer, having completed the Edmonds CC Horticulture Program and Garden Design in 2001. She estabished her Garden Design Business, called Fiddlehead Landscapes in 2004, and is a Founding Member of the Diggin' Shoreline group.

She completed the National Wildlife Federation Stewardship Training in 2009 and is a Team Member for the WOWTA (Where Our Wild Things Are) wildlife garden tours in Shoreline.


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Shoreline Caucus to hear from candidates Sept 18

Shoreline Caucus
Tuesday September 18, 2012
6:30—9:00 PM — Innis Arden Clubhouse
1430 NW 188th
Shoreline, WA 98177


We invite you to hear from the following candidates:
  • Ron Bemis is the Republican Congressional candidate for the CD_07 , opposing incumbent Jim McDermott. Here is his press release.
  • John Koster is the Republican Congressional candidate for the CD_01 , opposing Suzan DelBene. 
  • Clint Didier is running for Commissioner of Public Lands, opposing Peter Goldmark.
Coffee and treats are served at 6:30 PM and the meeting begins at 7:00 PM


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Lake Forest Park Water District open house Sept 15

The Lake Forest Park Water District is holding an Open House on Saturday, September 15th 2-5pm at their offices at 4029 NE 178th Street, Lake Forest Park 98155.

The public is invited to meet the Water Commissioners and staff, and learn more about our unique water supply and recent system upgrades, and enjoy refreshments.

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Shorewood takes 1-1 record into home game with Marysville-Getchell Sept. 14 after 14-7 victory at Lynnwood Sept. 7


Shorewood's linebacker, Sam Smith, number 28 makes the initial contact as team mates Dustin Phillips, number 7 and Dreden Wright close in to bring the Lynnwood back down. Photo by Wayne Pridemore

The Shorewood football team takes a 1-1 record into a home game against Marysville-Getchell Friday, Sept. 14 after a 14-7 victory over Lynnwood at Edmonds Stadium Friday, Sept. 7.

Shorewood of the Western Conference 3A South opens its home schedule against Marysville-Getchell of the Wesco 3A North at Shoreline Stadium at 7 p.m. Friday. Getchell has lost its first two games, both to 4A teams.

In Shorewood’s 14-7 victory over Lynnwood of the Wesco 4A South, Josh Okamura rushed for 93 yards on nine carries, including one touchdown to lead Shorewood. Austin Upton led the Thunderbird defense with nine tackles, including two for losses and one sack, The loss to Shorewood left Lynnwood with a 1-1 record.

The Shorewood junior varsity team opens its season with a home game against the Lynnwood JVs Monday at 6 p.m. at Shoreline Stadium.

The Shorewood “C” team opens its season at Lynnwood High School Wednesday at 5:30. 

Shorewood 14 Lynnwood 7 at Edmonds Stadium, Friday, Sept. 7

Shorewood 7 7 0 0 - 14
Lynnwood 0 0 7 0 -- 7

Shwd -- Chris Namba 15 pass from Aaron Miller (Chris Namba kick)
Shwd -- Josh Okumura 3 run (Chris Namba kick)
Lynn -- Morgan Skelton 95 kickoff return (kick)

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Shoreline Community College’s men’ soccer improves, but still drops match


The SCC Men's Soccer Team, showed drastic improvement on Saturday, but still lost a 2-1 game to the Pierce College.

After dropping two match last week, 7-0 and 6-0 at the NWAACC Friendlies Tournament, the Dolphins hoped to rebound at home on Saturday, and even took the lead in the first half 1-0 on a beautiful header by Javier Perez at the 31 minute mark.

But Pierce tied the game late in the first half and scored again with 15 minutes left in the game to bring home the win.

SCC drops to 0-3 on the season and 0-1 in the NWAACC Northern Region. Pierce goes to 3-1 and 1-0.

SCC faces Trinity Lutheran College on Tuesday at 4:15pm. TLC brings back former SCC Head Coach George Dremousis who coached the Dolphins for 11 years before moving to Trinity last year after the Dolphins season ended. TLC is a four year college associated with the National Christian College Association.

Current SCC Head Coach, Steve Neff, played for Coach Dremousis and was an assistant coach under him.


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Shoreline CC women’s soccer defeats Clackamas CC 1-0

Angela Celedon scored the Lady Dolphins against Clackamas CC
Photo by Wilson Tsoi

The Lady Dolphin Soccer Team won its home opener 1-0 over Clackamas Community College from Oregon. Angela Celedon scored a goal at one minute into the match and the SCC defense made it hold as Lauren Schoonover completed a shut-out (her second in three games) as the SCC goal keeper.

The win moves the Lady Dolphins to 2-1 on the season and Clackamas drops to 1-2.

The SCC squad faces Trinity Lutheran College on Tuesday at 2pm at Dolphin Field again.


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SCC names Kayla Browne "Women's Soccer Player of the Week"

Kayla Browne moves past a Columbia Basin player.
Photo by Wilson Tsoi




The Shoreline Community College Athletic Department named Kayla Browne the Women's Soccer Player of the Week for the Week of August 27-September 2.

Browne, a freshman from Monroe High School, in Monroe, WA scored three goals in two games at the NWAACC Friendlies Tournament. She scored the lone SCC goal in a 2-1 loss to Columbia Basin College on August 28 and then scored two goals in a 5-0 win over Tacoma Community College on August 29.

SCC is 1-1 on the season and plays Saturday, September 8th at Dolphin Field on the SCC campus at Noon vs Clackamas College. The game can been seen on the SCC Online Channel at the SCC Online Channel.


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SCC Men's Soccer Player of the Week


Yassine Kilani heads the ball at the NWAACC Friendlies
Photo by Wilson Tsoi

Yassine Kilani has been named the SCC Men's Soccer Player of the Week

Sophomore Yassine Kilani was name the "Men's Soccer Player of the Week" for the Shoreline Community College on Friday for the week of August 27 to September 2. 

Yassine played tough defense in two losses during the week at the NWAACC Friendlies tournament. The Dolphins dropped the games to the Community College of Spokane and Tacoma Community College. 

SCC plays on Saturday at home against Pierce College at 2:15pm. The game can be watched on "Online" on SCC Online Channel.




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Ronald Wastewater changes date of public meeting

The public hearing originally scheduled for Tuesday, September 25 at 7:00 p.m. has been rescheduled to Monday, September 24 at 7pm to accommodate those who will be observing Yom Kippur which begins at sunset, Tuesday, September 25.

The Ronald Wastewater Board has scheduled the special meeting at the District office. 17505 Linden Ave N, to hear comment regarding "City of Shoreline Proposition 1 Acquisition and Local Control of Seattle Water Services in Shoreline."


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Sample ballot - Part 2 National Offices


United States

President/Vice President - Partisan Office,  4-year term

  • Barack Obama / Joe Biden, Democratic Party Nominees
  • Mitt Romney / Paul Ryan, Republican Party Nominees
  • Gary Johnson / James P. Gray, Libertarian Party Nominees
  • Virgil Goode / James N. Clymer, Constitution Party Nominees
  • Jill Stein / Cheri Honkala, Green Party Nominees
  • Peta Lindsay / Yari Osorio, Socialism & Liberation Party Nominees
  • James Harris / Alyson Kennedy, Socialist Workers Party Nominees
  • Ross C. (Rocky) Anderson / Luis J. Rodriguez, Justice Party Nominees

U.S. Senator - Partisan Office,  6-year term

  • Maria Cantwell (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Michael Baumgartner (Prefers Republican Party)

Congressional District 1 (One-month short term)
(Shoreline and the north of Lake Forest Park is in the 1st District until the official change. the south of Lake Forest Park will not have this race on their ballot) 

U.S. Representative - Partisan Office, 1-month term

  • John Koster (Prefers Republican Party)
  • Suzan DelBene (Prefers Democratic Party)


Congressional District 7
(After the official change, all of Shoreline and Lake Forest Park will be in the 7th District)

U.S. Representative - Partisan Office, 2-year term

  • Jim McDermott, (Prefers Democratic Party)
  • Ron Bemis (Prefers Republican Party)


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Kitten adoptions at Aurora Village Petco Saturday

Friday, September 7, 2012

Soft, snuggley kittens, need a good home

Saturday, September 8, 2012 there will be a huge adoption event at the Aurora Village Petco from 10-2.  

There will be more than 25 kittens available for adoption, along with a fundraiser and food drive to help us rescue even more homeless kittens.  

(Please note:  Adoption restrictions do apply.  Not everyone who applies to adopt will be approved.  Thank you for your understanding.)  For more information or to be pre-approved to adopt, please call 206-361-9965.


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Shorecrest football comes from behind to beat Cascade, 21-14


Shorecrest evened their season mark Friday night with an exciting 21-14 home win over Cascade.  Three Keegan Small touchdown runs, the final one coming with 1:26 to play, were the difference in the game.

Cascade scored first after a scoreless first half, three minutes into the third quarter, on a 45 yard TD pass from Ryan Lucas to speedy receiver KJ Brady. The Bruins scored again, twenty seconds later, when Matthew Butler intercepted a Shorecrest pass and ran it back for a 36 yard touchdown to make the score 14-0, Cascade.

At that point, the Scots buckled down and started pounding the ball right at the Bruins.

Running backs Small, Michael Morgan, Keelan Tidwell, and quarterback Nik Hendricks took turns toting the mail for the Scots, putting together three scoring drives.  

Cascade had one last gasp at tying the game, driving to the Scots 35 yard line with just enough time for one last play. But their pass into the end zone fell to the turf as time expired.


Cascade          0        0         14              0              14
Shorecrest      0        0           7              14             21 

--From the Shoreline Area News Sports Desk

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Seeking volunteer drivers to "open doors" for local seniors


Shoreline and surrounding areas are in need of volunteer drivers to support Senior Services’ Volunteer Transportation Program. Many local seniors depend on this valuable service to access important medical care.

Volunteer drivers provide an essential service to elderly residents of our community and also foster meaningful connections with the older adults they serve. This FLEXIBLE volunteer opportunity allows drivers to provide a personalized touch in driving seniors “door to door”-- from their home to appointments.

80-year-old Mary, a regular client of Volunteer Transportation, often tells others that she would be “lost” without the program. She is quick to add how much she appreciates being escorted to appointments by friendly drivers, many of whom are like “old friends” to her. Recently, she recounted with a chuckle, “One particular driver always asks me if he’s ‘color-coordinated’ as he carries my bright pink purse and opens the car door for me.”

“Opening doors” is an apt metaphor for this program. We are looking for compassionate volunteers from all walks of life to reach out and drive someone (pink purses and color coordination are not required!). For more information, contact Hilary at 206-748-7588 or visit the webpage 


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Sample ballot - Part 1 State Ballot Measures, State Advisory Votes


November Sample Ballot
State Ballot Measures

Initiative Measure 1185
Concerns tax and fee increases imposed by state government

This measure would restate existing statutory requirements that legislative actions raising taxes must be approved by two-thirds legislative majorities or receive voter approval, and that new or increased fees require majority legislative approval.

Should this measure be enacted into law?

Yes 
[  ] 
No
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Initiative Measure 124
Concerns creation of a public charter school system

This measure would authorize up to forty publicly-funded charter schools open to all students, operated through approved, nonreligious, nonprofit organizations, with government oversight; and modify certain laws applicable to them as public schools.

Should this measure be enacted into law?

Yes 
[  ] 
No
  [  ] 

Referendum Measure 74
Concerns marriage for same-sex couples

The legislature passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6239 concerning marriage for same-sex couples, modified domestic-partnership law, and religious freedom, and voters have filed a sufficient referendum petition on this bill.

This bill would allow same-sex couples to marry, preserve domestic partnerships only for seniors, and preserve the right of clergy or religious organizations to refuse to perform, recognize, or accommodate any marriage ceremony.

Should this bill be:

Approved 
[  ]
Rejected
_ [  ]

Initiative to the Legislature 502
Concerns marijuana

This measure would license and regulate marijuana production, distribution, and possession for persons over twenty-one; remove state-law criminal and civil penalties for activities that it authorizes; tax marijuana sales; and earmark marijuana-related revenues.

Should this measure be enacted into law?

Yes
[ ]
No
 [ ]

Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution 8221
Concerns implementing the Commission on State Debt recommendations regarding Washington's debt limit

The Legislature has proposed a constitutional amendment on implementing the Commission on State Debt recommendations regarding Washington's debt limit.

This amendment would, starting July 1, 2014, phase-down the debt limit percentage in three steps from nine to eight percent and modify the calculation date, calculation period, and the term general state revenues.

Should this constitutional amendment be:

Approved 
[  ]
Rejected
_ [  ]

Senate Joint Resolution 8223
Concerns investments by the University of Washington and Washington State University
The Legislature has proposed a constitutional amendment on investments by the University of Washington and Washington State University.

This amendment would create an exception to constitutional restrictions on investing public funds by allowing these universities to invest specified public funds as authorized by the legislature, including in private companies or stock.

Should this constitutional amendment be:

Approved 
[  ]
Rejected
_ [  ]

State Advisory Votes

Advisory Vote 1 (Engrossed Senate Bill 6635)

Concerns a B&O tax deduction for certain financial institutions' interest on residential loans
The legislature eliminated, without a vote of the people, a business and occupation tax deduction for certain financial institutions’ interest on residential loans, costing $170,000,000 in its first ten years, for government spending.

This tax increase should be:

Repealed 
_ [  ]
Maintained 
[  ]

Advisory Vote 2 (Substitute House Bill 2590)

Concerns expiration of a tax on possession of petroleum products
The legislature extended, without a vote of the people, expiration of a tax on possession of petroleum products and reduced the tax rate, costing $24,000,000 in its first ten years, for government spending.

This tax increase should be:

Repealed 
_ [  ]
Maintained
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Stand Together against falls - Calvin Presbyterian offers fall prevention workshops


Calvin Presbyterian Church is offering two “Come One, Come All” Fall Prevention Workshops
September 21, 2012 at 10:30am and 12:00pm (repeats)

Washington State joins 44 other states and the Falls Free© Coalition in declaring a statewide Falls Prevention Awareness Day to herald the first day of fall.  Two Fall Prevention Workshops will be held at Calvin Presbyterian Church on Friday, September 21, 2012.

This year’s theme, Standing Together to Prevent Falls, seeks to unite professionals, older adults, caregivers, and family members to play a part in raising awareness and preventing falls in the older adult population.

One out of three adults age 65 and older falls each year. Falls are the leading cause of injury death. In 2000, direct medical costs of falls totaled a little over $19 billion—$179 million for fatal falls and $19 billion for nonfatal fall injuries. This equals $28.2 billion in 2010 dollars.

Every 15 seconds, an older adult is seen in an Emergency Department for a fall-related injury. Nationally, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for those aged 65 and over. Over 19,700 older adults died from unintentional fall injuries in 2008. Moreover, the chances of falling and being seriously injured in a fall increase with age.

“This day of awareness brings attention to a growing public health issue among older adults, but more importantly, the growing availability of proven falls prevention programs and interventions,” said (Bonita) Lynn Beattie, vice president of Injury Prevention with the National Council on Aging (NCOA), and leader of the Falls Free© Initiative. “We need to create a national prevention dialogue, and we welcome everyone to stand together to promote older adult safety and independence.”

Studies show that a combination of interventions can significantly reduce falls in the older adult population. Experts recommend a physical activity regimen with balance, strength training, and flexibility components; consulting with a health professional about getting a fall risk assessment; having medications reviewed periodically; getting eyes checked annually; and making sure the home environment is safe and supportive.

At Calvin Presbyterian Church, and other community-based organizations across the United States, programs like A Matter of Balance and Stepping On help older adults gain the strength, improved balance, and confidence to help them live healthier lives and preserve their independence.

The one hour “Come One, Come All” Falls Prevention Workshops will be held on Friday, September 21st at 10:30 am and at Noon.  Workshops are just $5 per participant.  Calvin PC is located at 18826 3rd Avenue NW, Shoreline, WA 98177,

To learn more about the workshops, contact Coach Lisa 206-524-6788,

Washington State is part of the Falls Free© Coalition, which includes more than 40 states and 70 national organizations, professional associations, and federal agencies across the country dedicated to reducing fall-related injuries and deaths among older adults.

More information about the Falls Free Coalition, or contact Ken Schwartz.



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Everett vs Shorewood tennis results 9-7-12


Shorewood split wins in the singles matches and swept the doubles to defeat Everett 5 - 2 in a Wesco 3A conference tennis match. The doubles were led by number one doubles team of Cameron McDowell and Eli Hecker. They defeated their opponents 6-2, 6-1. Number one singles Liam Keebler won his match in a hard fought three set match 5-7, 6-2, 6-1.

The win improves Shorewood's overall record to 2-1 and 1-0 in conference. Its next conference match is at Mountlake Terrace high school on Monday, September 10 starting at 3:30pm.

PREP TENNIS : SHOREWOOD  5  EVERETT  2

Singles
1. Liam Keebler SW def. Eric Allen EV  5-7, 6-2, 6-1
2. Ulices Aceyes EV def. Logan Keebler SW   6-2, 1-6, 6-7 ( 2-7 )
3. Luong Hall EV def. Jamie Wright SW   7-6 ( 7-0 ), 1-6, 7-5
4. Eric Berquist SW def. Cal Knapp EV  6-2, 6-3

Doubles
1. Cameron McDowell / Eli Hecker SW def. Hayden Smith / Colin Bartels EV  6-2, 6-1
2. Frank Lui / Stuart Schachle SW def. Brian Stack / Avery Barton EV  6-0, 7-5
3. Dylan Stephens / Colby Hodgen SW def. Evan Overstreet / Addison Pann EV  6-3, 6-0

--Coach Arnie Moreno


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Kenmore seeks volunteers for park clean up event on September 22


Volunteers greatly enhance the City's ability to keep Kenmore's park system clean, beautiful and safe. Join the City and other volunteers in beautifying Rhododendron Park by picking up litter, raking debris, pulling weeds, and dispersing mulch on Saturday, September 22 from 9 am to noon. If there's an ample number of volunteers, additional clean up activities may be completed along the Burke-Gilman Trail.

The event will happen rain or shine, so dress appropriately. Individuals, families and community groups are encouraged to participate. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No need to preregister it would be helpful if you RSVPed to the City of Kenmore 425-398-8900. If you can, bring gloves and basic gardening tools as the City will have limited quantities available. Water and light snacks will be provided.

The City is also seeking citizens to become park ambassadors and volunteer on an ongoing basis.

For more information, contact Leslie Harris 425-398-8900. Rhododendron Park is located at 6910 NE 170th Street, Kenmore.




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Missing, endangered baby last seen in Shoreline

Trina Curry
King County Sheriff’s Detectives are asking for the public’s help locating a 7 week old baby girl that is believed to be endangered.

Detectives said Trina P. Curry, 33 gave birth to the baby “Lillian” at Highline Hospital on July 17th. Police learned that Curry used a fake name at the hospital and when officials learned her real name they discovered that she had her 7 other children removed by CPS due to abuse/neglect and mental health issues.

CPS received a “pick-up” order for the baby but police and CPS officials have been unable to locate Curry or Lillian. Curry is homeless and does not drive. 

 She was last seen with the baby at a relative’s house in Shoreline on Tuesday, September 4th. Curry took off with the baby after an argument and has not been seen since.

Quandra Powell
Detectives believe Curry and the baby may be with the baby’s father, Quandra R. Powell, 39. Powell has two felony warrants, one for Escape from Community Custody and the other for VUSCA (controlled substances)

Both Powell and Curry are said to have “violent tendencies.” Powell is described at 5’9”, 190 lbs with a gold front tooth. Curry is described at 5’6” 160 lbs.

If you know the whereabouts of any of these individuals please DO NOT CONTACT THEM. Call the King County Sheriff’s Office at (206) 396-3311 or 911.


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Africa comes to the Shoreline Farmers Market

West African baskets at the Shoreline Market
Photo by Marc Weinberg

By Marc Weinberg

Beautiful baskets from Nigeria are displayed and sold by Tunji (pronounced  'Tunegy' or 'Tune G').  

Tunji represents West African Arts Imports and can explain the different styles of weaving of baskets, fans, baby rattles and more.  

Be sure to ask him to show you the 'West African tooth brushes'. You won't believe it, but they work as I saw while I was there earlier this year.  

He's a charming fellow and a great addition to the Shoreline Farmer's Market. The market is open Saturdays from 10am - 3pm from now until October 6th. 


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Inexpensive date night? Try Karaoke / Bingo



Reservations are now being taken for the September 14 Karaoke/Bingo Night at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center. Go online to save a place for you, your date, friends, neighbors, co-workers, your birthday party!

With your entry fee you will get a packet of 8 games; food, wine, beer and special “split the bucket” games are also sold.

Bingo!
Photo by Jon Ann Cruver

If you don’t happen to have access to a computer or a credit card, don’t let that stop you from making a reservation. Call 206-365-1536, or come to the Senior Center and Bob or Marilyn can get you signed up.

This activity is open to all of our community for those 21 and over. You are guaranteed a really fun evening, while helping keep the doors of the senior center open.

The Senior Center is located at 18560 1st Ave NE, Suite #1, Shoreline 98155 in the south end of the Shoreline Center, facing NE 185th Street.



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