Shorewood Cheer Clinic for K-6 on Jan 26

Friday, January 18, 2013

The Shorewood Cheer Clinic for Kindergarten to 6th Graders will be held on Saturday, January 26th from 8:30-10:30 in the Shorewood Gym, south end of the high school.

The cost is $15.00. Pay at the Gym on the day of the clinic.

The children will be learning a short routine, a cheer, have a snack time, receive poms and have an individual picture taken with the cheerleaders. 

The children are invited to come and perform the routine during half-time of the last girls' basketball home game/Senior Night on Monday, January 28th at 7:15pm. 

Participants get in the game free, parents will need to pay.


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Shorewood girls take Wednesday basketball victory at Marysville-Pilchuck into Saturday game with Shorecrest at Hoopapalooza

The Shorewood girls’ basketball team follows a victory at Marysville-Pilchuck Wednesday with a game against Shorecrest as part of the all-day “Hoopapalooza IV” at Shorecrest, matching the boys’ and girls’ varsity, junior varsity and “C” teams from the two schools.

The varsity girls’ teams meet at 5 p.m. in a game that will be shown on the Shoreline educational public access cable TV channel,

The Shorewood varsity takes a 7-1 Western Conference 3A record (12-2 overall) into the game against Shorecrest (5-3 Wesco 3A, 8-7) after the Thunderbirds defeated Marysville-Pilchuck, 60-54, Wednesday. Masha Shtikel led Shorewood with 27 points. Teammate Lily Gustafson scored 14.

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Shorecrest boys take Tuesday basketball loss into Saturday game at Shorecrest

The Shorecrest boys' basketball team follows a Tuesday loss with a Saturday game at Shorecrest, the final game of the all-day "Hoopapalooza IV," involving boys' and giirls' varsity, junior varsity and "C" teams from the two Shoreline public high schools.

The Shorecrest varsity takes a 3-5 Western Conference 3A record (9-6 overall) into the 7 p.m. game at Shorecrest (7-1 Wesco 3A,12-3) after the Scots lost a Tuesday home game to Marysville Getchell.

Alex Hoirning led Shorecrest against Marysville Getchell with 17 points. The Scots led 19-15 after the first quarter, 35-31 at halftime and 50-48 after three quarters before the Chargers pulled out the 62-58 victory.

Shorecrest lost a home game to Shorewood, 45-39, Dec. 7.

The Shorecrest and Shorewood junior varsity teams meet at 3pm Saturday, with "C" teams from the two schools playing at 11am.


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Hawkinson leads Shorewood boys into Saturday basketball showdown with Shorecrest

Senior center Josh Hawkinson leads the Shorewood boys' basketball team into a game with Shorecrest Saturday at Shorecrest.

The Thunderbird boys meet Shorecrest at 7pm Saturday in the final game of the all-day "Hoopapalooza IV," involving boys' and girls' varsity, junior varsity and "C" teams from the two Shoreline public high schools.

The Shorewood varsity takes a 7-1 Western Conference 3A record (12-3 overall) into the game with Shorecrest (3-5 Wesco 3A, 9-6). The Shoreline cable TV educational access channel will show the game live.

The Thunderbirds defeated Marysville-Pilchuck at home Tuesday. Hawkinson led Shorewood with 15 points. Teammate Zane Hopen added 11. The T-birds led 14-13 after the first quarter, 34-14 at halftime and 42-22 after three quarters before winning 55-31.

Hawinson leads the Wesco 3A with 271 points in 13 games for an average of 20.8 points per game.

Shorewood defeated Shorecrest 45-39 when the two teams met at Shorecrest Dec. 7.

The Shorewod junior varsity plays Shorecrest at 3 pm, with "C" teams from the two schools meeting at 11am.



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Shorewood swimmers score 89-87 victory over Shorecrest

Shorecrest swimmer Carter Osborne (bottom lane)
touches first over Shorewood’s Andrew Garrison
in the 100 Freestyle.
Both swimmers had state qualifying times.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore


The Shorewood boys’ swimming team edged Shorecrest 89-87 at Shoreline Pool on Thursday, January 17, 2013.

Carter Osborne of Shorecrest and Andrew Garrison of Shorewood both reached state 3A championship qualifying performances in two events. They placed 1-2 in the 100-yard freestyle. Osborne also got a state qualifying time in winning the 200 freestyle and Garrison had a state qualifying performance in winning the 50 freestyle.


Shorecrest’s Carter Osborne swimming in the 200 freestyle.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore 

Shorewood swimmer Torre Morales competing in the 200 Individual Medley.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Shorecrest takes a 10-2 record into a home meet with Everett Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. Shorewood takes a 10-1 record into a meet at Jackson.


Shorewood’s Eli Hecker awaits the starting buzzer in the 100 Butterfly.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore


All swimmers have hit their starts!
Photo by Wayne Pridemore



Team mates help the swimmers keep track of the 20 laps in the 500 Freestyle.
Photos by Wayne Pridemore



Shorewood 89, Shorecrest 87
At Shoreline Pool

  • 200-yard medley relay--Shorewood (Davis Harford, Torrey Morales, Gonzalo Jeronimo, Jonah Hoverson) 1:46.20;
  • 200 freestyle--Carter Osborne (SC) 1:50.31**, Anders Blomso (SW) 1:56.18*;
  • 200 individual medley--Aaron Zevenbergen (SC) 2:11.91*, Torrey Morales (SW) 2:15.96*;
  • 50 freestyle--Andrew Garrison (SW) 22.81*, Axel Wickstrom (SC) 23.74*;
  • Diving--Nicklas Cowan (SC) 104.55;
  • 100 butterfly--Zevenbergen (SC) 57.26*, Brian Okazaki (SC) 58.83*;
  • 100 freestyle—Carter Osborne (SC) 48.84**, Andrew Garrison (SW) 49.19**;
  • 500 freestyle--Grant Heisey (SC) 4:57.36**, Anders Blomso (SW) 5:29.34*;
  • 200 freestyle relay--Shorewood (Morales, Adam Hill, Galen Kintner, Garrison) 1:32.94**;
  • 100 backstroke—Grant Heisey (SC) 57.98*, Jonah Hoverson (SW) 1:00.85;
  • 100 breaststroke—Torrey Morales (SW) 1:07.66*, Ethan Hausman (SC) 1:10.30*;
  • 400 freestyle relay--Shorecrest (Axel Wickstrom, Gunnar Ruud, Jeremy Creagan, Heisey) 3:27.18.3:27.18.

**State 3A qualifying performance
*Northwest District 3A qualifying performance


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King County Stage 1 burn ban returns

no burning

Due to continuing cold weather and rising air pollution, the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is issuing a Stage 1 burn ban for King County, effective at 4 p.m. on January 18, 2013. A Stage 2 burn ban continues for Pierce County and a Stage 1 burn ban continues for Snohomish County. These bans are in effect until further notice. 

"This weekend we're expecting calm and cold conditions to continue throughout the region, which is why we're issuing a Stage 1 burn ban for King County," said Dr. Phil Swartzendruber, agency forecaster. "In neighborhoods where wood-burning is common, air pollution levels could easily reach the UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS category.
"We encourage everyone who doesn't rely on wood heat to use instead their home's cleaner source of heat until weather conditions change."

Clean Air Agency staff follow a protocol set by state law to determine when and where to issue a burn ban, and when to lift a burn ban.

During a Stage 1 burn ban:

  • No burning is allowed in fireplaces or uncertified wood stoves. Residents should rely instead on their home’s other, cleaner source of heat (such as their furnace or electric baseboard heaters) for a few days until air quality improves, the public health risk diminishes and the ban is cancelled.
  • No outdoor fires are allowed. This includes recreational fires such as bonfires, campfires and the use of fire pits and chimineas.
  • Burn ban violations are subject to a $1,000 penalty.
  • It is OK to use natural gas, propane, pellet and EPA certified wood stoves or inserts during a Stage 1 burn ban.


The Washington State Department of Health recommends that people who are sensitive to air pollution limit time spent outdoors, especially when exercising. Air pollution can trigger asthma attacks, cause difficulty breathing, and make lung and heart problems worse. Air pollution is especially harmful to people with lung and heart problems, people with diabetes, children, and older adults (over age 65).

The purpose of a burn ban is to reduce the amount of pollution that is creating unhealthy air. Puget Sound Clean Air Agency staff will continue to monitor the situation.

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What's Happening


What’s Happening
By Joe Veyera

Friday, January 18

Melissa de la Cruz, Author of “Gates of Paradise”
De La Cruz will talk about the seventh and final book to her vampire novel series, “Blue Bloods,” geared towards teens and young adults.

 6:30 P.M. – Third Place Books (17171 Bothell Way Northeast) – Free

Ambience Jazz Quartet
This four-piece group, featuring Leah Natale on vocals, George Stone on guitar, Burt Boice on bass, and Chris Busa on winds is, “dedicated to the sophistication and beauty of the Golden Era of Jazz”

 7:30 P.M. – Third Place Commons – Free

Live Music at Darrell’s Tavern
Robb Benson & The Sheik play a special 8:00 p.m. show, before Funk-a-Thon Night gets underway with Kissing Potion and Shady Bottom, beginning at 9:30.

8:00 P.M. – Darrell’s Tavern (18041 Aurora Avenue North) – $6


Saturday, January 19

General Pruning at Sky Nursery
The middle of winter is the best time to prune to many trees and shrubs, and Sky Nursery’s Charlie Shull will run down the what, when, and how of pruning.

11:00 A.M. – Sky Nursery (18528 Aurora Avenue North) – Free

Edmonds Community College @ Shoreline Community College – Men’s & Women’s Basketball
A doubleheader in the SCC gym features the Dolphin women trying to get over the .500 mark, and the Dolphin men (featuring former Thunderbird Gage Carroll) try to turn around a rough season against the Tritons of Edmonds.

2.00 P.M. (women’s game) and 4:00 P.M. (men’s game) – Shoreline Community College Gym (16101 Greenwood Avenue North) - $6 adults, $4 non-SCC students, seniors (60 and older), youth (5 to 17), SCC faculty, and active military, free for SCC students and children 5 and under.

Hoopapalooza
On the other side of I-5, it’s a full day of basketball in the Shorecrest gym, culminating with the Scots & Thunderbirds varsity girls game at 5 p.m., followed by the varsity boys game at 7. Both games will also be broadcast live on the Shoreline Educational Access Channel, 26 on Comcast and 36 on Frontier.

5:00 P.M. (girls game) & 7:00 P.M. (boys game) – Shorecrest High School Gym (15343 25th Avenue Northeast) -

Tom Kelly, Author of “Cold Crossover: A Chilling Northwest Mystery”
Better known to local audiences as a sportswriter and real estate reporter at The Seattle Times, Kelly will discuss his first foray into the mystery genre with his new book.

 6:30 P.M. – Third Place Books – Free

Bruce Meyers
The award-winning magician and entertainer comes to Club Hollywood for one-night only for an all-ages show.

7:00 P.M. – Club Hollywood (16716 Aurora Avenue North) - $10 adults, $5 children 11 and under.

Chris Stevens and the Surf Monkeys
Stevens has been playing blues guitar across the Northwest for over 20 years. The Seattle native has played everywhere from the blues stage at Bumbershoot, to the renowned New Orleans Creole Restaurant in Pioneer Square.

7:30 P.M. – Third Place Commons - Free

Josephine Howell
The one-time runner up on KIRO-TV’s Seattle Stars competition combines the sounds of blues, soul, and funk, as the sandwich shop transforms into a live music venue.

8:00 P.M. – Grinders Hot Sands (19811 Aurora Avenue North) - $7

Live Music at Darrell’s Tavern

Just down the street from Grinders, there’s more live music, in the form of rock from The Deadrones, Comedy of Terrors, and Radioshark.

9:00 P.M. – Darrell’s Tavern (18041 Aurora Avenue North) – $6



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3 Democrats vie for vacant County Council seat

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Rod Dembowski
A lawyer, a state representative and a Shoreline City Council member are finalists for an appointment to a vacant seat on the Metropolitan King County Council.

(From our news partner, The Seattle Times)

King County Executive Dow Constantine sent the names of three finalists to the Metropolitan King County Council on Tuesday.

The council has 60 days to select a replacement.

The winner gets a one-year head-start on the King County Council, but all three say they are likely to run for County Council this year whether they get appointed to the vacant seat or not.

Will Hall
Rod Dembowski, a Seattle land-use and municipal lawyer for Foster Pepper; Shoreline City Council member Will Hall, 49; and State Rep. Cindy Ryu, 55 are all Democrats.

District 1 includes Northeast Seattle, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell and parts of Woodinville and Kirkland.

Its population is 214,883, according to the King County Districting Committee.


Constantine has nominated Dembowski, Hall and Ryu for the Council vacancy that became official when former Councilman Bob Ferguson took office as state attorney general Wednesday.

Cindy Ryu
The eight remaining Council members will appoint one of the three to represent Council District 1.

If no candidate gets votes from five Council members within the 60-day window, Gov. Jay Inslee must pick one of the three.

Constantine selected the three nominees from a list of five finalists selected by a citizens’ committee from 13 original applicants. The other two finalists were Shoreline City Planning Commission member Keith Scully and King County deputy ombudsman Chuck Sloane.

The appointee will serve in the non-partisan position through the November election, when District voters will choose someone for a full four-year term.

Dembowski, Hall and Ryu all have registered with the State Public Disclosure Commission as candidates for the position in the coming election, a step that allows them to raise and spend money for the August primary and November general election.

Dembowski has reported raising $63,936 and spending $3,752; Ryu has reported raising $31,710 and spending $2,639: and Hall has reported raising $3,070 and spending $120.

Ryu has been barred from fundraising from a month before the legislature convened and will not be allowed to raise money until after the session

Candidates file for ballot positions in May. If three or more candidates file for the position, they will run in the primary, with the top two vote getters advancing to the November election. If only one or two candidates file, the position will appear only on the November ballot.

Dembowski has said that he plans to run for the position whether he wins the appointment or not. Hall says that he will run if appointed, but if he isn’t appointed he will re-evaluate whether to run for county council of for re-election to the City Council. Ryu has not annswed question about her plans.

The position has been non-partisan since voters approved a 2008 County Charter amendment that made the county council, county executive and county assessor non-partisan.

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Have a Heart and assist Tent City #3 on Feb 14

Setting up Tent City #3
Photo by Marc Weinberg

Share The Love February 14, 2013

By Dr. Afia Menke
Co-Chair Hillwood Community Network

This winter, Hillwood Community Network, Richmond Highlands Neighborhood Association and Whidbey Island Bank are joining forces to offer residents an opportunity to make a local difference. These three organizations have joined forces to create “Share The Love”, a compassionate and thoughtful approach to supporting the residents of Tent City 3.

A special account has been set up by Whidbey Island Bank for cash donations which Whidbey Island Bank seeded with $500! We hope to see that number grow!

Together our neighborhoods have planned several ways for everyone to become involved. Here is a list of ways you might want to help!
  1. Help prepare and serve a meal on Feb 14th
  2. Bake cookies for Valentine’s Day
  3. Make a cash donation to the special account at Whidbey Island Bank (at both Shoreline branches)
  4. Make a donation of clean and gently used clothing (Clothing donations are being collected at Northwest Mechanical)
  5. Make a donation of hand warmers or toothbrushes, toothpaste or dental floss
If you would like to “Share The Love” on Valentine’s Day by preparing a feast or baking cookies, please send an email or email to let us know.

Using some of the proceeds from last August’s 4-Corner’s BrewFest (your fun money put to more good use), Richmond Highlands and Hillwood Community Network plan to purchase a carport-type of shelter that can provide a community gathering area. This carport can easily be packed up and moved from camp to camp. 

Secondly, we are sponsoring dentures and other oral appliances provided by the mobile dental van. The all-volunteer mobile dental van managed by Greater Seattle Cares, visits Tent City monthly, providing free, much-needed dental care. According to Tent City 3 sources, so many dentures were required that Greater Seattle Cares is actually $1000 in debt for those dental appliances. Our money will go to reduce this debt and with your help we might eliminate the debt all together!

Together, our neighborhood community will provide an evening meal, purchase the carport, support the dental van and collect warm and gently used clothing.

Together, our neighborhoods are donating $740. When we add Whidbey Island Bank’s $500 donation, our “Share The Love” donation total is $1240!

Please join in a way that feels good to you and please support the folks at Tent City 3.

It’s our home, our local area, our local neighborhood and our local caring that counts!






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Chamber of Commerce Board Elections February 13



Chamber Board Elections, Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 11:45am, Shoreline Conference Center, RSVP required if staying for lunch.

Per the Chamber Bylaws, the Chamber President had appointed a Nominating Committee. Its job is to consider all qualified board applicants in a review process and to determine the slate of candidates for the Shoreline Chamber Board whose term starts March 1. The candidates for open positions are listed below.  The election will be at our February 13 luncheon and you must have been current in your membership dues on February 6 to vote. Only current Chamber members as of Jan. 14 are eligible to vote, and there is only one vote per membership. You must be there in person to cast your ballot, and if you plan on staying for the luncheon a RSVP is required.

Officers:

  • V.P./President Elect: Diana Stephens, Shoreline Merchants Assn. (three year term)
  • Secretary: Doug Palmer, Shoreline Community College (one year term)
  • Treasurer: Jeff King, Opus Bank (one year term)

Directors (2 year term)

  • Senator Maralyn Chase
  • Jan Doran Faulds, Groovie Impressions
  • Terry Green, Highland Skating School
  • Arne Lind, Ronald Wastewater Commissioner
  • Larry Schoonmaker, North City Bistro
  • Judy Smith, American Solutions for Business
  • Kristina Kelley, Carter Subaru (only 1 year term to replace Director who left the Board)

If you have any questions about this process please contact the Chamber office.

Special thanks to the Nominating Committee who worked so hard on this process: Tina Young, Northwest Mechanical (Chair), Dale Sutton, Magic Photo; Wendy DiPeso, 32nd District Democrats.

206-361-2260


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Altar Boyz opens at Seattle Musical Theatre Feb 15



Altar Boyz
February 15 –March 10, 2013

Seattle Musical Theatre
7120 62nd Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98115

Seattle Musical Theatre Presents Altar Boyz February 15 –March 10, 2013 at Seattle Musical Theatre at Magnuson Park. Tickets are on sale! 

Join the popular boy band, the Altar Boyz, for the final night of the national “Raise the Praise” tour! Follow their journey as they save the souls of the wicked through awesome dance moves, sweet vocals, and killer good looks. Along the way the “boyz” reveal some of their own confessions. Winner of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway Musical, Altar Boyz leaves no one safe from the wrath of satire.


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Teen break dance competition: Fat Laces 2013



Fat Laces 2013 is a break dance competition sponsored by the Shoreline Recreation department Teen Events. It is a FREE EVENT for all ages, on February 8, 2013, at The Rec, 16554 Fremont Ave N, Shoreline 98133, 206-801-2680. 

Check out last year's competition - our kids are amazing! Here is a YouTube video of last year’s final battle.




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Free flu shots at Public Health for those unable to pay

Along with the rest of the nation, King County is experiencing widespread flu, with more people sick and requiring medical care early in the flu season compared to recent years. Public Health – Seattle / King County is offering free flu vaccination clinics to make flu vaccine more widely available to people without health insurance or who are unable to pay.


Public Health – Seattle / King County is offering free flu shots for all people over 6 months of age without health insurance or who are otherwise unable to pay for vaccination, starting this Saturday, January 19, 2013.  No other vaccinations will be offered at the time of the clinics. 

You will be able to get flu shots or nasal spray vaccines, and preservative-free, gelatin-free, and latex-free vaccines will be available. You do not need to be a regular client at Public Health Centers and you do not need to show proof of citizenship to get the vaccination. 

Location and times of the free vaccination clinic:

10501 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, 206-296-4765
Saturday, January 19, 10 am-2 pm
Tuesday, January 22, 3-7 pm
Tuesday, January 29, 3-7 pm

Flu vaccination is the single best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from flu. The flu may be spreading for many weeks, so get vaccinated now to have protection for the rest of the flu season. Health experts recommend flu vaccine for all people 6 months and older, especially for pregnant women and people who have long-term health problems, like diabetes, asthma, and heart or lung problems. Anyone who lives with or cares for an infant younger than 6 months should get vaccinated to protect the infant from getting flu.    

Flu vaccine is also available at many healthcare provider offices and pharmacies for those who have insurance or are able to pay for vaccination. Locations here. More information here.


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Finding your voice in oils


Learn to create expressive oil paintings that make a bold statement using composition, values, color, and brushwork.

Taught by NW artist Julann Campbell. 

Mondays February 4, 11, 18, 25 from 9am – 1pm at ArtWorks in Edmonds. $110 for a 4 week session.

Students of all levels are welcome to attend.




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Wrestling: Shorewood pulls away late


Shorewood wrestling defeated Shorecrest Thursday night 42-28 in a contest that was even closer than it looked. Braden Kalloway moved up a weight class to 160 lbs in the first match of the night and made quick work of his opponent by securing his 18th pin of the year in 26 seconds.

From there the Scots used a defensive strategy to keep Shorewood at bay. Behind the the strength of their light weight wrestlers Shorecrest would go ahead 28-21 after nine matches, but it was all Shorewood after that. 

Anchored by All-American Matthew Floresca at 132 lbs the Thunderbirds would win the last five matches to seal the win. With the victory Shorewood secured a winning team record for the third season in a row.

Shorewood Record: 8-5 Overall, 2-1 3A WESCO South

SW 42 - SC 28

106: Spencer Coffee (SC) pinned Robel Tesfamarian 0:41
113: Erik Fussell (SC) pinned Abiel Tesfamarian 1:19
120: Luke Latawa (SC) win by forfeit
126: Edom Tesfaye (SW) pinned Kyle Smythe 3:37
132: Matthew Floresca (SW) pinned Kelly McCaffrey 0:25
138: Rikio Campbell (SW) dec. Ricky Moraguez 6-4
145: Erik Harris-Uldall (SW) dec. Josiah Glesener 7-2
152: Dawda Dibba (SW) dec. Timy Welsch 9-4
*160: Braden Kalloway (SW) pinned Spencer Black 0:26
170: Christopher Seyfried (SC) maj. dec. Nathan Lee 21-12
182: Andrew Chum (SW) pinned Aaron Feagin 0:15
195: Konnor Carpenter (SW) dec. Robert Ortega 12-6
220: Wolfgang Olson (SC) pinned Ben Avila 1:39
285: Erca Erdenebayer (SW) pinned Joe Lancaster 1:11


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Lake Forest Park Elementary School teacher honored as ‘Symetra Hero in the Classroom’

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Laurie Pearson of Lake Forest Park Elementary
Hero in the Classroom
Photo courtesy Symetra Financial

Symetra and the Seattle Seahawks honored Lake Forest Park Elementary School kindergarten teacher Laurie Pearson as a “Symetra Hero in the Classroom” during a surprise assembly at the school on Dec 18, 2012.

“Walk into Laurie Pearson's schoolroom and you immediately become aware that it isn’t like other kindergarten classrooms. Sure, there are bright colors, freshly painted artwork, books and centers to stimulate young minds, but what you really notice is the atmosphere. Her room is full of positive energy,” said Erin Randall, a parent of one of Pearson’s former students. “There is something special about Laurie that makes her a little more noticeable than other teachers. Her magic, charisma and exuberance for life capture your attention, whether you’re a student or an adult entering or walking past her doorway.”

Randall nominated Pearson for the Symetra Heroes in the Classroom® award.

“A child enters Laurie Pearson's classroom as a five-year-old and leaves as an amazing student and citizen,” said Randall. “Her students are problem-solvers and advanced readers when they leave her in June. She is nurturing, yet fosters independence and self-confidence. She treats children with equanimity, yet every child feels special in her presence. She is encouraging and teaches each child to perform at his or her best and to be proud of their accomplishments. Laurie empowers kids and helps them feel confident voicing their thoughts and advocating for themselves. Her influence on her students stands out when you see them as first-graders. They start the new school year ready to listen and eager to learn.”

Pearson is one of 24 K-12 teachers across the Puget Sound area who were honored for educational excellence in the Symetra Heroes in the Classroom program during the 2012 NFL season. Teachers are recognized in front of their students and peers at surprise in-school presentations, and they receive a $1,000 donation for classroom books and supplies. In addition, they receive tickets to a Seahawks home game and are acknowledged during an on-field presentation at CenturyLink Field. Pearson was recognized at the Dec. 30 game when the Seahawks took on the St. Louis Rams.

Teachers may be nominated by their principal, district staff, student or student’s parent.

The winners are selected based on their ability to make a real difference in students' lives; to go above and beyond in their day-to-day responsibilities; and to help students build life skills.

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Found: female dog at 145th and Linden


Found running around a job site at Linden Ave N and N 145th, she needs to go home. Contact the Shoreline Area News with any tips, which we will pass on to the finders.

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KIDSTOCK in Edmonds Jan 19 - a day-long family celebration


ECA presents KIDSTOCK, a day-long family celebration 10 - 4pm
Saturday January 19, 2013

Sponsored by: Our thanks to Edmonds Arts Commission, King's Schools and Barclay-Shelton Dance Centre for partial funding of this event. Buy Tickets Now!

This is a FREE event with activities for all ages. Please register to make sure they have enough supplies for crafts and activities! 425-275-9595.

Edmonds Center for the Arts presents KIDSTOCK on January 19, 2013.  KIDSTOCK will be a day-long family celebration from 10 AM to 4 PM.  On the main stage, entertainment will include Kindie Rock favorites such as Recess Monkey, Harmonica Pocket and The Not-Its.  Also on stage will be award winning juggler Alex Zerbe and the ever- popular Zambini Brothers Puppets. 

Just up the stairs, Seattle Shakespeare Company will provide ongoing combat and comedy demonstrations along with a Shakespeare photo booth. 

Down in the lobby, Roving giant puppets Fat Kitty and Weiner Dog will interact with the audience and keep the party hopping.  Kids can get their faces painted and select from an array of snacks and treats. 

In the gym, small folks can warm up and get their  ya-yas out with bouncy houses, Hula Hoops, and juggling toys.

A free event for the whole family, KIDSTOCK will be a great opportunity to come and play at Edmonds Center for the Arts, learn about ECA’s Educational Outreach programs and student matinees, and get a sneak peek at next summer’s ECA Youth Camps.  And it will be a great chance to shake off the post-holiday blues and just have a lot of FUN!

THE SCHEDULE:     

10:15 –- 11:00 Recess Monkey
11:30 –- 12:15 Alex Zerbe: Juggler
12:45 - –1:30 Harmonica Pocket
2:00 –- 2:45 Zambini Brothers Puppets
3:15  - 4:00 The NOT-ITS!

Gym      
Bouncy Houses 10 AM-4 PM
Lobby/Hallway   
Roving Puppets, Concessions, Face Painting

Center Classrooms

Seattle Shakespeare Comedy 15 minute demonstrations and photo booth
11:00-11:30, 12:15-12:45, 1:30-2:00, 2:45-3:15


Edmonds Center for the Arts is at 410 4th Ave N, Edmonds, WA.
425-275-9595.


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City Council notes Jan 14

Devon Vose Rickabaugh
Shoreline City Council Jan 14 notes
By Devon Vose Rickabaugh

At the Shoreline City Council Meeting Monday January 14 the Council voted to approve modifications to the Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program proposed by the Council of Neighborhoods and the City staff. 

The changes would make the program more accessible to all Shoreline neighborhoods by requiring the neighborhoods to provide $1 for every $2 provided by the city instead of the current 1 to 1 match. 

In addition criteria for the grant applications would be established and a cross-department review team would make recommendations to the City Manager for grant approval.

Mayor McGlashan spoke for six council members when he said that some neighborhoods have had difficulty in getting enough volunteers and were discouraged by the amount of funds or volunteer sweat equity they had to provide and this resolution would make it easier to get their projects off the ground.

He also said that this could be viewed as a pilot program and could be modified if it appeared too liberal.

Council Member Salomon said he didn’t favor making it easier to give money away and even small neighborhood should be able to find volunteers for their projects.

In other business public comment was sought about the proposed Coal Train project which would construct a new terminal to receive an expected 54 million tons of coal annually from Montana and Wyoming via Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks along Puget Sound through Shoreline to Cherry Point, north of Bellingham. The Environmental Impact Statement is in process.

Richard Gamon retired professor at UW involved in climate change research said, ”We need to leave the coal in the ground. We’re on path to disaster if we don’t leave 2/3rds of fossil fuel in the ground. We will destroy civilization as we know it.”

Alisa Brooks said “We depend on our natural environment. Orca depend on Chinook Salmon which are endangered. We can’t afford to ruin all the work we have done.”


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Northshore Fire Department names Jim Torpin as Fire Chief

Chief Torpin
On January 15, 2013, the Northshore Fire Department Board of Commissioners unanimously named Jim Torpin to the position of Fire Chief.

Chief Torpin joined the Northshore Fire Department as a firefighter in 1993. He was promoted to Lieutenant in July 1998, served as President of Northshore Firefighters union Local 2459 from 1997-2003, was promoted to Fire Prevention Division Chief in January 2005, and Deputy Chief of Operations in November 2005. Since Chief Tom Weathers’ retirement in December 2011, Chief Torpin has filled the role of Acting Fire Chief.

Chief Torpin grew up in the area and graduated from Juanita High School. He has been married to his wife Terri for 27 years and has 2 adult children.

Fire Commissioner Eric Adman states, “The Board made this decision in light of the leadership and job performance shown by Chief Torpin.  He has contributed to a very good working relationship between the Board and department administration, and to keeping the department operating at a high level within a reduced budget.” 
“The Department continues to explore options for efficiently providing high quality services, including cooperative efforts with neighboring fire departments.  Chief Torpin has demonstrated his support for regional collaboration and will play an integral role as we evaluate our partnership options and opportunities.  The Board feels he is clearly the best person to provide continuing leadership to the Northshore Fire Department.”

IAFF Local 2459 President, Jim Harvey, also provided support of the appointment by stating, “Local 2459 believes that Chief Torpin is well suited to lead the Northshore Fire Department in regionalization efforts, while at the same time maintaining fiscal responsibility and continuing to display sound, reasonable judgment.”

A formal badge-pinning ceremony will be conducted on January 29, 2013, 4 pm, at the Northshore Fire Department headquarters station, 7220 NE 181 St, in Kenmore.



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Free business workshop at Northgate Feb 13

Grow Your Business And Get Off The Entrepreneur Treadmill

Entrepreneurs, small business owners and sales professionals, who have attended our FREE workshop, tell us they learned powerful ideas to fuel their business growth, increase their profits, and gain more free time.

We look forward to welcoming you.

 Wednesday February 13, 2013
Northgate Community Center
10510 5th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98125

Time: 5:30 – 7:00pm
Cost: Free
Phone: 206.743.4327

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Public meeting re sex offender moving in to Kenmore


A convicted sex offender, Timothy Jon Anderson, is moving into the 7000 block of NE 181st in Kenmore.

A community notification meeting will be held on Jan 29, 2013 from 6:30-8:30pm at Kenmore City Hall located 18120 68th Ave NE, Kenmore.

Mr. Anderson was 16 years old when he was convicted in 1985. While playing basketball, Anderson saw a 5 year old female stranger and followed her until he was able to assault her. In 1992, Anderson was 23 years old when he was convicted of sexual assault of two familial females, ages 4 and 5 years old.

Children should not be left unsupervised with Mr. Anderson.


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Brighter economic forecast for 2013 and 2014

From the City of Shoreline

While Shoreline and the region are still feeling the effects of the Great Recession, things are beginning to look up. Local economists speaking at the Economic Development Council of Seattle and King County’s 41st Economic Forecast Conference on January 10 forecasted a better economic outlook for 2013 and 2014. According to them, the region will be moving into a period of modest growth and inflation.

Here in Shoreline we have already seen improvements in a number of different ways. One key sign that the economy is improving for Shoreline residents is that the unemployment rate dropped to 6.2% in November. This is down from a high of 9.7% in 2010 and matches the City’s average over the past ten years. It is also lower than the regional unemployment rate for November of 6.8% and the state unemployment rate of 7.3%.

Another indication of the improving economic health in Shoreline is that permit revenue exceeded projections in 2012 by 85.5%. Increased permit revenue is an indication of people investing in their properties and expanding their businesses.

Assessed values, which is another indication of the economic health of a community, showed a smaller decrease than anticipated. The City projected a 7% decrease in assessed values for Shoreline. However, the final results from King County show that property values will decrease by only 4.91%. While any decrease is bad news, the fact that the decrease was lower than projected points to a slowly improving economic picture for Shoreline.

A priority for the City Council is strengthening Shoreline’s economic base. 

“Many families and individuals are still struggling, but it is great to see improvement in economic trends and consumer surveys,” stated Councilmember Will Hall, who also serves on the board of the Economic Development Council. “We are working hard at the local and regional level to implement our economic development strategies, and they are beginning to pay off for our businesses and residents.”

Mayor Keith McGlashan adds, 
“The Council is committed to promoting investment in Shoreline and supporting our small businesses. The City is excited that we are going into our fourth year in partnership with the Shoreline Community College to provide the Quick-Start Program for small business owners and managers.” 

Quick-Start, which is part of the College’s Small Business Accelerator Program, provides weekly workshops and classes, and one-on-one counseling for Shoreline’s business owners.

“Shoreline is in a great position to see positive growth in the area,” stated Economic Development Manager Dan Eernissee. “The Council has worked hard to create an environment that is attractive for new businesses and that support our existing businesses. The Aurora Square Community Renewal Area is a perfect example of how the Council is working to make Shoreline an attractive place to invest.”

Since incorporation in 1995, the City has maintained strong financial policies that have allowed it to weather the Great Recession without it adversely affecting service delivery. The City continues to provide the quality services our community has come to expect and demand. It also continues to maintain a Standard & Poor’s AA+ bond rating and financial management assessment rating of “strong,” maintain reserve levels to address unanticipated needs and comply with the City’s adopted financial policies. In addition, the City continues to produce clean audits and to be recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association for the Distinguished Budget Award. As the economy improves and revenues pick up, the City will continue to maintain its strong financial policies allowing the City to respond to residents needs and provide quality services.


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Bowling for kids - Spin Alley in Richmond Beach

Spin Alley offers Saturday morning bowling for kids


Spin Alley Bowling Center in Shoreline is providing a special program for children in 3rd to 8th grade on Saturday mornings from 9 to 11am.

The cost is $75.00 for the six week program. Shoes and bowling balls are provided as well as instruction.

This program will start this Saturday, January 19th, but students who start on a later
Saturday morning will be able to continue for the full six weeks.

Drop ins are allowed, at $15.00 per Saturday session. 

"Bowling is a great way to exercise and this program teaches students about the rules of this sport and how to be a good bowler.  
Our goal is to get some of these students to join a bowling team in high school and make this a lifetime sport."

Spin Alley, 1430 Richmond Beach Road, 206-533-2345. 




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Cheer camp spots available

Space is still open in the Shorecrest High School Cheerleading Camp to be held on Friday, Jan. 25, 5-8pm at the Shorecrest Gym

The program is for Grades K-6 and cost is $20.

Come join us at the NEW Shorecrest Gymnasium for an evening of spirit, music, and fun! Spend some time learning cheer routines, and perform that evening during the half-time performance of our basketball game!  The first 50 to register will receive a free t-shirt and poms. 


Forms are due by Jan. 18 to guarantee a spot and spirit items (first 50).  If you have any questions, email Britt.


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Grant Heisey of Shorecrest swim holds state 3A lead in 500-yard freestyle going into Thursday meet with Shorewood at Shoreline Pool


Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Grant Heisey of Shorecrest holds the state 3A lead in the 500-yard freestyle going into a Thursday meet with Shorewood at Shorewood Pool.

Shorecrest takes a 10-1 dual-meet record and Shorewood a 9-1 record into their meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday.

Shorewood finished eighth, with Shorecrest 12th among more than 30 teams in the Kentridge Invitational at the King County Aquatics Center in Federal Way Saturday.

Here were top local performances: 200-yard medley relay--8. Shorewood (Davis Harford, Torrey Morales, Andrew Garrison, Jonah Hoverson) 1:42.55*; 50 freestyle-- 4. Garrison (SW) 22.30*; 100 freestyle--7. Garrison (SW) 49.35*; 500 freestyle-- 2. Grant Heisey (SC) 4:47.52*; 200 freestyle relay--6. Shorecrest (Carter Osborne, Russel Groves, Axel Wickstrom, Grant Heisey) 1:31.54*; 7. Shorewood (Galen Kinter, Harford, Adam Hill, Morales) 1:31.64*.

*State qualifying time 

In Thursday meets, Shorewood won at home against Monroe, and Shorecrest defeated Edmonds-Woodway and Mountlake Terrace at Lynnwood Pool.

At Shoreline Pool, Tuesday, Jan. 15
Shorewood 134, Monroe 28

200-yard medley relay--Shorewood (Jason Edwards, Eli Hecker, Gonzalo Jeronimo, Joe McIntyre) 1:56.67;
200 freestyle--Galen Kintner (SW) 1:56.83;
200 individual medley--Hecker (SW) 2:21.61;
50 freestyle--Adam Hill (SW) 24.39;
100 butterfly--Anders Blomso (SW) 1:00.12;
100 freestyle--Daniel Miranda (SW) 54.72;
500 freestyle--Arne Landboe (SW) 5:19.62;
200 freestyle relay--Shorewood (Hill, Jonah Hoverson, McIntyre, Roger Cheng) 1:39.61;
100 backstroke--Blomso (SW) 1:05.78;
100 breaststroke--Wintermute (M) 1:15.35; 
400 freestyle relay--Shorewood (Kintner, Jack Allen, Landboe, McIntyre) 3:48.39

At Lynnwood Pool, Tuesday, Jan. 15
Shorecrest 126, Mountlake Terrace 39

200-yard medley relay--Shorecrest (Zane Comden, Ethan Hausman, Carter Osborne, Russel Groves) 1:49.88;
200 freestyle--Gunnar Ruud (SC) 2:04.63;
200 individual medley--Aaron Zevenbergen (SC) 2:13.64;
50 freestyle--Groves (SC) 24.30;100 butterfly--Jeremy Creagan (SC) 1:00.75
100 freestyle--Axel Wickstrom (SC) 54.75;
500 freestyle--Zevenbergen (SC) 5:32.18;
200 freestyle relay--Shorecrest (David Ahern, Trent Jones, Creagan, Brian Okazaki) 1:40.89;
100 backstroke--Osborne (SC) 57.88;
100 breaststroke--Armentrout (MT) 1:09.90;
400 freestyle relay--Shorecrest (Ruud, Sam Winningham, Wickstrom, Osborne) 3:35.30.
Shorecrest 118, Edmonds-Woodway 52
200-yard medley relay--Shorecrest (Zane Comden, Ethan Hausman, Carter Osborne, Russel Groves) 1:49.88;
200 freestyle-- Nguyenle (EW) 1:58.23;
200 individual medley--Aaron Zevenbergen (SC) 2:13.64;
50 freestyle--O'Malley (EW) 23.58;
100 butterfly--Jeremy Creagan (SC) 1:00.75;
100 freestyle--Axel Wickstrom (SC) 54.75;
500 freestyle--Zevenbergen (SC) 5:32.18;
200 freestyle relay--Shorecrest (David Ahern, Trent Jones, Creagan, Brian Okazaki) 1:40.89;
100 backstroke--Osborne (SC) 57.88;
100 breaststroke--Nguyenle (RW) 1:05.24;
400 freestyle relay--Shorecrest (Ruud, Sam Winningham, Wickstrom, Osborne) 3:35.30.


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Shorecrest, Shorewood DECA students qualify for state conference

Shorecrest DECA students


DECA is a program for high school students which helps them to develop skills for successful business careers, build self-esteem, experience leadership and practice community service.

Shorecrest and Shorewood have qualified a combined 44 DECA students for the Washington State Career Development Conference in March in Bellevue. 

The Shorecrest adviser is Amy Delich and the Shorewood adviser is Damon Oliveto.

From Shorecrest:  

Business Financial Services 
1st: Elizabeth Holmdahl

Hospitality Services Team Decision Making
1st: Keegan DeVitis and Nhi Nguyen

Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling
2nd: Crisleen Malabanan

Sports and Entertainment Marketing Series
2nd: Hassan El Zein

Business Law and Ethics Team Decision Making
3rd: Alex Chang and Sierra Noland

Restaurant and Food Services Management Series
4th: Amelia Peck

Hotel and Lodging Management Series
5th: Ashlyn Yeley

From Shorewood:

Buying and Merchandising Team Management
2nd: Jamie Wright and Warren Cho
4th: Liam Keebler and Jack Beam

Entrepreneurship Innovation Plan
2nd: Vikash Loomba and Danny Han

Entrepreneurship Participating: Independent Business
1st: Julia Spee
3rd: Erik Johnson

Fashion Merchandising Promotion Plan
2nd- Tyler Nickell

Food Marketing
4th: Daniella Brengelmann
5th: Vlad Bugayev

Financial Services Team Management
1st: Matt Owen and Eric Berquist

Hospitality Services Team Management
2nd: Sydney Avolio and Erika Wilkins
3rd: Angelica Yehdego and Katy McGovern
4th: Aden Nevler and Liem Nguyen

Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling
3rd: Joe McIntyre

Marketing Communications Team Management
1st: Jane Tarabochia and Linda Tian
5th: Natalie Aw and Taryn Miyaoko

Quick Service Restaurant Management
1st: David Fan
2nd: Alejandro Uvence

Sports and Entertainment Marketing
5th: Zeke Harker

Sports and Entertainment Promotion Plan
1st: Annika Stenfjord
5th: Jake Bockelie

Sports and Entertainment Marketing Team Management
3rd: Josh Hawkinson and Cameron Sterne
5th: David Harford and Max Griffith

Travel and Tourism Marketing Team Management
2nd: Annie Basamania and Nora Alexander


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Shorewood boys defeat Marysville-Pilchuck Tuesday

The Shorewood boys defeated Marysville-Pilchuck 55-31 Tuesday, heading into Saturday's basketball showdown with Shorecrest.

Photos by Wayne Pridemore.



Shorewood guard Karson Gronvold pressures Marysville-Pilchuck’s Austin Lababaugh


Thunderbird Anxhelos Pere lays the ball in on a fast break.


Shorewood guards Zane Hopen (number 11) and Taylor Freeman try to trap M-P’s Kyle Garton in the corner of the court.


Thunderbird center Josh Hawkinson scores.




Shorewood’s Zane Hopen soars and shoots over the Tomahawk defender.



Thunderbird center Sam Boone puts up a soft shot.





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