Book Review by Aarene Storms: For the Win

Saturday, February 23, 2013

For the Win by Cory Doctorow
audiobook read by George Newbern
All over the world, kids play video games ... for money. They don't make much money, of course. Their bosses make most of the money, selling virtual treasure--magic swords, talking mushrooms, and virtual gold -- to rich gamers who are too lazy to play the games and earn treasure for themselves. Virtual economies are big business ... which is why the mysterious woman called Big Sister Nor is determined to organize the sweatshop virtual workers of the world into a real-life union.
Doctorow has written about an uninteresting topic with such riveting action that I found myself deeply immersed in the tale. Embedded in the story of the Webblies are mini-lectures about economics, politics, and massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), which somehow, miraculously, are fascinating rather than boring.
The audiobook read by George Newbern was so captivating that I found myself volunteering to drive anywhere, preferably somewhere far away, so that I could spend more time in my truck with the characters in the book.

Rating:
Highly recommended to readers who love gaming...and also to readers who don't love gaming but do love a good book. Ages 12 to adult; no sex, some violence, some cussing (in several languages).
The events may not have happened; still, the story is true. --R. Silvern
Aarene Storms, youth services librarian
Richmond Beach Library, KCLS


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Learn how to combat effects of media on young children



“Media Literacy” a workshop presented by Linda Kennedy, Founder and Director, LK Media
Thursday, March 7, 2013 from 10:00-11:30 am, Bothell Library
18215 98th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011

Media pervade our children’s lives. We receive thousands of media messages each day. And while most people believe media reflect reality, the truth is, media shape reality. In this introductory workshop, you will learn how media affect nutrition, violence, friendships, racism, and so much more in all our lives and in American society. We will discuss how to combat the effects of media on young children without throwing the television (and our other media toys) out the window.


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Wind surfers and kite boarders revel in the wind

Friday, February 22, 2013

And the race is on!
Photo by Marc Weinberg

Photos by Marc Weinberg

Friday's wind storm caught the attention of Windsurfers and Kite Boarders alike. Puget Sound churned like a salty milk shake, delighting the wind seeking crowd despite the dark sky and sea. As the late afternoon sun broke through over Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, the colors of the kites became even more brilliant against the background.

Hanging on the air
Photo by Marc Weinberg

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City Light employees raise money for Project Share

Seattle City Light employees reward donors
with Borracchini's cupcakes
Photo courtesy Seattle City Light

Seattle City Light employees showed they care about those less fortunate in their communities during a Valentine’s Day fundraiser.

Seattle based-employees raised about $3,800 to support Project Share, an emergency assistance fund that provides one-time help paying utility bills for customers in financial distress. Project Share provided one-time emergency assistance to 911 people in 2012 worth a combined $223,000.

Donors who gave at least $5 were rewarded with a delicious cupcake from Rainier Beach-based Borracchini’s Bakery. Borracchini’s provided the cupcakes to the fundraising campaign at cost.

You can join in the 2013 Project Share Warm Hearts – Warm Homes campaign with an individual contribution or by rounding up your electricity bill to the next dollar. Learn more.

Seattle City Light is the 10th largest public electric utility in the United States. It has some of the lowest cost customer rates of any urban utility, providing reliable, renewable and environmentally responsible power to nearly 1 million Seattle area residents. City Light has been greenhouse gas neutral since 2005, the first electric utility in the nation to achieve that distinction.


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Your Vehicle’s Identification Number (VIN) is unique

An inside look at the WSP’s VIN Program
From the Washington State Patrol

Some vehicles may look the same outwardly but they are actually very different because of their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your vehicle’s VIN is a unique universal serial number. This month’s edition of the Washington State Patrol (WSP) YouTube video series “Good to Know” focuses on the VIN program and takes an inside look at the officers performing inspections. The video can be found here

The VIN is a 17-digit number with codes that detail’s the vehicle’s make and model, where the vehicle was manufactured and information about optional equipment. WSP VIN officers inspect and examine those VIN numbers to determine their differences and authenticity.

If you have changed component parts or rebuilt your vehicle, had repairs done after a collision, built a homemade trailer, or if your vehicle has been declared a total loss by the insurance company chances are it will need to be inspected before it will be issued a title. The WSP VIN program is an important step in that process.

VIN officers also perform inspections on vehicles when there is a VIN discrepancy, records dispute, or when vehicle ownership is in doubt. The VIN officers do not determine the safety of vehicle components or conduct emissions testing.

In the last two years, over 52,000 vehicles were inspected by WSP VIN officers in one of 24 inspection stations located around the state. During that same period, fifty-six stolen vehicles were recovered by VIN officers.

Recently, a motorcycle was presented for inspection. During the inspection process, The VIN plate and sticker were checked to make sure they are authentic and were also checked against state and federal stolen vehicle databases. It was discovered that the motorcycle had been reported stolen over 37 years ago. It would not have been recovered if the motorcycle had not been inspected by the WSP VIN program.

For more information on the VIN program, inspection stations locations and how to schedule an appointment click on: Vehicle Identification Inspections - Washington State Patrol


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Earth Smart Green Fair March 16 in Lake Forest Park

Janet Norem and another volunteer staff the City table
at the 2012 Earth Smart Fair
(anyone know who he is? write to me)


The 10th Annual Earth Smart Green Fair will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 10am to 2pm at Third Place Commons (Upstairs) at Lake Forest Park Town Center 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155

The Earth Smart Green Fair attracts about 300 people each year in the popular Third Place Commons. This year, there will be exhibitors from various organizations such as the Master Gardeners of King County, Washington Native Plant Society, Puget Sound Energy and many more. 

Everything at the fair is completely free! There will be giveaways, prizes, and free food while supplies last. 

The fair provides education on environmentally safe living through:

  • Toxic-free homes
  • Increased recycling and garbage reduction
  • Environmentally-safe products
  • Water conservation
  • Conserving energy
  • Chemical-free remodeling



There will be 2 great workshops held in the Stadler Room of Third Place Commons. Each will include door prizes and free raffle giveaways!

10:30 -11:00am:
Growing your Own Food: Starting a Vegetable Garden.
Great for new gardeners and old, those interested in organic products and innovative tips.
Come refresh or learn new skills! Presented by Master Gardener Elaine Keehn.

11:15 - 11:45am:
Toxic-Free Living and YOU: Learn How to Make your Own Green Cleaning Supplies!
Looking to save some green by living a little more green? Join us for this enlightening
presentation, which will be great for all ages. Presented by the Washington Toxics
Coalition.


The fair is sponsored by the City of Lake Forest Park and Friends of Third Place Commons. It is paid for with funds from the King County Local Hazardous Waste Management Program.


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CEO Report: Sounder Mudslides

Joni Earl
CEO Sound Transit
By Joni Earl, CEO Sound Transit

Once again, thanks to our regular Sounder North Line riders for their patience during another mudslide this week. Train service between Mukilteo and Seattle resumed Tuesday morning and was up and running to Everett Tuesday afternoon after being out all day Monday.


Mudslides have knocked out North Line service in record numbers this winter and we’re closely following the efforts of the BNSF Railway Co., which own the tracks, and the state Department of Transportation to identify the root causes of slides along this 35-mile corridor. The state DOT recently received a $16 million federal grant to work with BNSF to address some of the highest slide-prone areas.

The topic of mudslides is on the agenda for next Thursday’s Sound Transit Board meeting.


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What is the whistle at noon?

Katharine K sent in a question and asked if we could find the answer:

I was born and raised on 20th Ave in Shoreline, near the South Woods, and I have a question about a neighborhood curiosity that I was hoping someone could answer. As long as I can remember, every Wednesday at noon, there is a loud horn/train whistle/siren that blasts a few times. All I can think is that it is some emergency warning system that is tested each week, but no one I talk to has any clue what it is. It seems to be coming from the direction of Hamlin park or Fircrest.


For this, we went to Patricia Hale, who knows All Things Ridgecrest. We thought she might have some information from across the street in Briarcrest, and she did:

Harkens back to the days of the Civil Air Patrol - and the Early Warning system for Disasters.  
When I was growing up in Walla Walla - (number of years ago will not be disclosed)
we had a siren located a few blocks from our grade school that ran a test every Wednesday at noon. 
Kind of like the current day "this is a test, if there would have been a real emergency, you would have been instructed...." 
What we hear locally emanates from the Fircrest property. The buildings there are heated with steam from the plant located right there on the grounds. The noise is a Steam Whistle that is tested every Wednesday at noon. 
It is a hold-over from the Navy Hospital which was located there during the War years from 1942-47. They would have had the steam whistle as part of their warning system in case of attack. 
If you ever hear the whistle at any time other than Wednesday at noon, I suggest you duck, cover and hold!

Thanks to Katharine for the great question and Patty for the informative answer!


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Volunteers needed to drive older adults to medical appointments

Drivers needed to help seniors get to
and from medical appointments
Volunteers needed to change lives - including your own

Senior Services’ Volunteer Transportation provides vital rides for Shoreline and Lake Forest Park seniors. Using their own vehicles, volunteer drivers help older adults maintain their independence by taking them to/from necessary medical appointments. Clients appreciate their improved access to medical care, meaningful interactions with caring volunteers, and increased peace of mind. Betty L., a 90-year-old regular client of the program, explains, “Volunteer Transportation takes away all the stress I used to have with finding transportation!”

Volunteers find the program to be equally valuable. Mary Anne M., a long-term driver, writes, “I so enjoy driving for Senior Services’ Volunteer Transportation and have met so many kind and interesting people. They are as good for me as I am for them.” It is this reciprocal element of our volunteer work—the act of both giving and receiving—that makes the program so worthwhile to the program’s many committed volunteers. It is clear that rides change lives for both drivers and passengers.

Sadly, the program does not have enough drivers to meet the demand for transportation from older residents of the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park communities. Anyone who has the “drive” to help others is strongly encouraged to volunteer! For more information, call 206-748-7588, email Hilary, read our blog, or visit our webpage.


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Death notices as of February 22, 2013

Obituaries are condensed biographies of people's lives, written by the people who loved them. Like a memorial service, they tell us things we may not have known about the person, and may leave us wishing we had known them better.


Daniel Wade Latimer  1971-2013  Graduated from Mariner High School in Everett, received his degree from Shoreline Community College.

Michael W. Hertlein  1946-2013  Retired from grocery business QFC. Services held at Shoreline Community Church.

Mary Ruth (Rozelle) Hicks  age 90  "In 1964 Mary began working for Shoreline Schools at their District Office, followed by positions at Kellogg Middle School, the Transportation Office and Shorecrest High School. She retired in 1988." The family asks that you "Consider honoring Mary's lifetime of generosity and graciousness in a random act of kindness."

Nancy McKaye Alseth  1929-2013  Married her high school sweetheart in 1948 and raised their four children in Shoreline. For a number of years, she kept the books at Monarch Appliance.

Marie Hansen  1922-2013  When her husband returned safely from the war, she helped him design and build their home in Shoreline, where they lived when three of their four sons were born. They moved to Vashon Island in 1959.

Helen Therese Kippen  1923-2013  They built their family home in Shoreline where their third child was born in 1955. "Helen's passions included raising the children and attending all their activities."

Lorena Nadine "Rena" Borg  1922-2012  "At an age when most people retire, she enrolled at Shoreline Community College, graduating in 1990 at age 68 with an Associate Degree in Dietetic Technology." She was on the management staff at Parkshore Retirement Community as a dietitian.

Jo Ann Dodd  age 76, of Shoreline. "In honor of her proud heritage a celebration of life 'Irish Style' will be announced soon."

Marguerite Maxine Syverson  1916-2013  Memorial service at Calvin Presbyterian Church in Shoreline.

Shirley Jeanne Pappila  Died 2012 age 84. Celebration of Life at Lake Forest Park Bar and Grill.

Vivian Marjorie Bell  1921-2013  Services at Ronald Methodist Church in Shoreline.

Chad Davis Shuler  1976-2013  1995 graduate of Shorecrest High School. Passed away suddenly in Billings MT.

Joseph Patrick Moore  1923-2013  West Seattle resident, died in Shoreline. Services at St. Luke and burial at Holyrood.

George Giordano Sr.  1930-2013  Active member of the Shoreline Lions for many years. Services at NorthWest Church in Shoreline.

Michael John Higman  1984-2013  "For the past two years MJ was a 4.0 average student at Shoreline Community College studying sustainable energy."

Kenneth Sullivan  1950-2013  Shoreline resident died after a courageous battle with cancer.

George Weston Hammond  1954-2013  Arlington resident, worked in Edmonds. Services at Berean Bible Church in Shoreline.

Celia Mae Scott "Scotty"  Died 2013, aged 96.  Taught chemistry at Shoreline Community College.  Founding member of Cascade Symphony in Edmonds. Sang in the choir at University Presbyterian.

Donald Lloyd Kaivola  1938-2013  Shoreline resident.  Member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles-North City, WA where he enjoyed spending time.

Delia M. Acree  1924-2013  She was a secretary for several Shoreline District elementary schools, retiring in June 1986.


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Campfire group thanks the community

The Glitter Girls learned to count by 5s by selling Camp Fire candy
Photo courtesy Glitter Girls

Our Starflight Campfire Group would like to thank the residents of Shoreline for making our first year selling Campfire candy a successful endeavor! We are the Glitter Girls from the Hillwood and Richmond Beach area. We are kindergarteners and first graders and this is our first year in Campfire. Part of being a Campfire girl is selling delicious candy. Candy sales help support the organization with program development and camp scholarship. Some candy purchased went to “Operation Homefront”—a program where the candy goes to military families. A portion of the candy sales goes back to our group so we can participate in activities that will help us learn and grow.

During our sales at Fred Meyer on 185th, Central Market, and the Richmond Beach QFC, we met many wonderful people. Everyone was polite, treated us with respect, and gave us lots of smiles. We met many Campfire girls who had great stories to share about their time in Campfire. We had people ask us about Campfire and what we were doing with our proceeds. We practiced what we’d say so we appreciated the opportunity to share Campfire’s goals. We learned how to make change and we are now experts in counting by 5’s.

Thank you Shoreline Residents for being supportive to the community and helping us, the younger generation, develop into helpful citizens.

Sincerely,

Glitter Girls (Anna Klem, Ausia Guerrero, Averi White, Cassandra White, Eleanor Sargent, Maren Bell, Megan Chalcraft, Scarlett VonGunten, Sophia Wood and their parents)


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The 2013 Northwest Flower and Garden Show: Hooray for Hollywood!

Display garden at NW Flower and Garden Show
Photo by Loren Alexanian

by Jennifer Rotermund

Do you know that old garden joke about the two boll weevils who grew up on a farm? One went off to Hollywood and became a famous actor, the other stayed behind and didn't do much with its life. The second one became known as the lesser of two weevils!

“The Silver Screen Takes Root....Gardens Go Hollywood” is this year's theme at the Northwest Flower and Garden Show, so you won't have to travel down the coast to get your infusion of movie themes and beautiful flowers - just into downtown Seattle.

Molbak's was one of dozens of vendors at the show
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

As with every year at the NW Flower and Garden Show, there are seemingly endless booths with every garden tool, decoration, work of art, and new cultivars of plants for sale. There are classes satisfying almost every niche of gardening taking place around the clock, and refreshments served so you can take a moment to breathe throughout your long days at the show.

Alien garden - don't get too close to the plant - it bites!
Photo by Loren Alexanian

But of course, it's the display gardens that steal the show. And this year's Hollywood theme provides a wide variety of garden styles for a wide variety of the viewing audience. "Remember the original movie poster for the movie Aliens?" one of the show docents asked me. I did not remember that movie poster, but I didn't need to; that poster is reproduced in live form with carnivorous plants, hanging plant "victims," and modern (if not terrifically grotesque) garden art that appears to stalk you as you wander by.

Are you always complaining that you need more ideas for your small garden space? Perhaps the "Honey I shrunk the Garden" display is for you!

Sunshine on Rapunzel's Tower
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Feeling tired of our dreary Seattle Winter already? I'm sure you'll enjoy the bright warmth of the "California Dreaming" display or appreciate being whisked away to Italy by the "Audrey's Roman Holiday" display (which also demonstrates a beautiful use of flagstone and ground cover).

I know, I know, you're more of a sci-fi/ fantasy lover like me - we've gotta look out for one another. You'll like the urban edible food forest at the "In a Garden Far, Far Away" display and the full sized Hobbit House in the "Hobbit's New Zealand Garden" display (yes, it is my dream to own and live in a Hobbit House; there, I've said it).

"A River Runs Through It"
Photo by Loren Alexanian

Do you have a serious outdoor enthusiast friend or family member you wish to take to the show, but they think it's too "fluffy and flowery" for them? Well, drag them there, park them in front of the "River Runs Through It" display and go run through the rest of the show while they're temporarily transported to the backwoods of Montana.

As always, there's something for everyone at the Northwest Flower and Garden Show. Now, I'm ready for the Oscars this Sunday, I'm ready for Spring to begin and I'm already looking forward to next year's Flower and Garden show, Feb 5-9, 2014!

Photo by Loren Alexanian

But in the meantime, head on down to the Convention Center in the next four days, test out your movie trivia skills and enjoy the sites, sounds and smells (the displays are thick with Spring flowers!) of the 2013 Northwest Flower and Garden Show.

Show hours are Wednesday through Saturday (Feb. 20-23), 9am to 8pm; Sunday (Feb. 24), 9am to 6pm. Regularly priced adult admission tickets are $20, $15 per person for group purchases (minimum of 20 tickets); $29 for single 2-day pass; $5 for youth (ages 13-17). Children 12 and under are admitted free to the show.

Flagstone path - but is that a skull?
Photo by Loren Alexanian

Oh, and my favorite plant pairing from this year's show? Cornus 'Mid-Winter Fire' and Potentilla 'Red Ace' - wow! They're gorgeous together! Bonus points to anyone who can find the display where those plants reside. Have fun!


Jennifer Rotermund is the owner of Gaiaceous Gardens (an urban farming and wildlife gardening business with a teaching garden/urban farm and certified wildlife habitat/ sanctuary located in Shoreline). She is certified by the National Wildlife Federation as a Habitat Steward and is a Docent at the Kruckeberg Botanical Garden.


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Kenmore City Council to review multiple offers for Kenmore Village Properties at February 25 meeting


The City of Kenmore has received multiple offers for the upper (former King County Park and Ride) and lower commercial properties at Kenmore Village. At the February 25 City Council meeting, the City Manager and Kenmore Village brokers will review the process and provide a recommendation for the top several proposals to move forward in the process. Citizens are encouraged to attend the meeting and provide feedback during the public comment portion of the discussion.

In 2012, the City of Kenmore retained two brokerage firms to list the Kenmore Village properties for sale. Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) listed the upper lot and Colliers International listed the lower lots. Prior to being listed for sale, the City led an extensive public involvement process to reconfirm the goals for the downtown, develop a Position Statement for the properties, and create a strategy to take the properties to market.

Multiple proposals were received on both the upper and lower properties. Colliers, JLL, City staff, and Spinnaker Strategies recently interviewed potential buyers for the properties. Based on the goals for the properties and the principles outlined in the Position Statement, four potential buyers for each of the properties are recommended to move forward in the process.

In keeping with the next steps outlined in fall 2012, the City should narrow down the finalists to one for each property in the near future with the anticipation of approving agreements for the properties in spring 2013.

The potential buyer summaries, position statement, and downtown goals are available in the February 25 City Council meeting agenda on the City’s website. More information on Kenmore Village.


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Have you eaten a good book lately?


Edible Books: Making Story Lovers Salivate

Readers: Start your ovens! As part of the International Edible Book Festival the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council will be hosting a local Edible Book Festival at Third Place Commons located within the Town Center at Lake Forest Park. Bibliophiles, book artists and food lovers will unite to create edible books that are exhibited, document and then consumed! Edible books are made of food and inspired by a book or pun on a book title.

The March 30 event will be held from 11am – 3pm, it is free and open to the public. So come out and enjoy these mouthwatering manuscripts, or brave your aprons to create your own succulent storybook.  Get inspired at www.books2eat.com.  Your creation should be inspired by a book, but made out of edible ingredients. It may look like a book, tablet or scroll, or be completely unique.

This is an all ages event with judging categories for the following age groups K-6 grade, 7-12 grade, and adult. The categories include: 1) Most “good enough to eat,” 2) Most PUNderful, 3) Most three-dimensional/architectural, 4)Most literal depiction of the book title and 5) People’s Choice. For more information or to register your entry contact slfp.ediblebooks@gmail.com To register we need your name, age group, edible book entry title, and the original book title from which your entry was inspired.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to nurture all of the arts in the community through programs and events, arts education, advocacy, and support for artists and arts organizations.


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Shoreline Schools Music4Life™ Progress Report

The Rotary Club of Shoreline learned on Tuesday that musical instruments for the Shoreline Schools Music4Life™ program are beginning to pour in and that community events are being planned to support it.

David Endicott, who helps run the Music4Life program for Shoreline Schools, told Shoreline Rotarians that 15 fully repaired musical instruments have been delivered to Shoreline Schools and several more are close to delivery. He said more than two dozen other instruments may be assigned to Shoreline if community resources can be identified to get them all repaired.

Asked why such a program is needed, Endicott said “It’s because research now shows that kids who study instrumental music do better in math, science, history, literature, languages (both foreign languages and English) and in other scholastic disciplines. Kids who come from families that can’t even afford to rent a musical instrument are in danger of not getting a full, basic education. So, in a very real sense, Shoreline Schools Music4Life is more than just a ‘music program.’ It’s an ‘education program.’” 

The program acquires used musical instruments from adults who no longer use them, gets them fully repaired and donates them free of charge to Shoreline Schools for use primarily by students from low income families. The Shoreline program is supported by the Rotary Club of Shoreline and Shoreline Breakfast Rotary. Music4Life also operates other programs for Seattle and Highline Public Schools.

Used musical instruments can be dropped-off at any Kennelly Keys Music store or at any of several conveniently located sites throughout the Puget Sound area. Donations that help take care of musical supplies and repairs can be made via PayPal or by visiting the website.


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Shorewood girls finish basketball season with 16-8 record after Feb. 15 loss to State No. 10 Stanwood in game for third place in District tournament

Thursday, February 21, 2013

The Shorewood girls’ basketball team finished its season with a 16-8 record after losing the game for the Northwest District’s third and final berth in the regional round of State 3A play. 

The Thunderbirds lost the District third-place game Friday, Feb. 15, 55-47, to Stanwood, ranked No. 10 in the state by our news partner, the Seattle Times. 

Stanwood now takes a 20-4 record into a single-elimination regional game Friday, Feb. 22, at 6 p.m. at Bellevue College against Seattle Prep. 

Following Shorewood’s loss to Stanwood for third place at Lynnwood High School, Everett (13-10) defeated Glacier Peak (17-6) for the District championship. 

In the loss to Stanwood, Shorewood tied the score at 37-37 after three quarters before the Spartans outscored the T-birds 18-10 in the final period. Masha Shtikel led Shorewood with 17 points. 

For the season, Shtikel led the Thunderbirds with 472 points in 24 games for an average of 19.7 points per game.

Stanwood 55, Shorewood 47
At Lynnwood High School, Friday, Feb. 15

Shorewood –   14  7  16 10 – 47
Stanwood ---- 13 10  14 18 – 55

Shorewood Scoring
Points
Angel Tulee
7
Lily Gustafson
6
Salyna McDonald
5
Lauren Thompson
5
Kayla Bradley
3
Abby Gustafson
2
Gabby Hager
2
Masha Shtikel
17
Karrin Leazer
0

Final Shorewood Girls’ Season Scoring 
Player

Games
Points
P/G
Masha Shtikel

24
472
19.7
Lily Gustafson

24
180
7.5
Angel Tulee

19
127
6.7
Kassie Rasmussen

19
98
5.2
Salyna McDonald

23
83
3.6
Gabby Hager

24
85
3.5
Lauren Thompson

23
79
3.4
Kayla Bradley

21
64
3.0
Abby Gustafson

23
62
2.7
Jasmine Pollard

1
2
2.0
Karrin Leazer

20
35
1.8
Trisha Fernandez

12
18
1.5
Mariah Schultz

2
0
0.0



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Shorecrest boys finish basketball season with Feb. 13 loss to Oak Harbor in District tournament


The Shorecrest boys’ basketball team finished its season with an 11-12 record after a Feb. 13 loss to Oak Harbor in the consolation round of the Northwest District 3A tournament.

Shorecrest, which had entered the tournament as the Western Conference 3A South No. 4 team, lost to Wesco 3A North No. 2 Oak Harbor, which finished its season with a 13-11 record after losing Feb. 16 to Glacier Peak for the District’s third and final berth in the regional round of State 3A play.

In Shorecrest’s one-point loss to Oak Harbor, the Scots trailed 15-10 after the first quarter, 28-23 at halftime and 34-32 after the third quarter before losing 47-46. Connor Hyppa led Shorecrest with 13 points. Teammate Alex Horning added 11.

Horning scored 231 points in 21 games for an average of 11.0 points per game.

The Shorecrest junior varsity finished its season with a 14-5 record (9-4 Wesco 3A). The Scot "C" team finished with a 10-9 record (6-7 Wesco 3A).

Oak Harbor 47, Shorecrest 46
At Oak Harbor High School, Wednesday, Feb. 13

Shorecrest ---- 10 13 9 14 -- 46
Oak Harbor --  15 13 6 13 -- 47

Shorecrest Scoring -- Benny Ortega 0, Zach Lawson 3, Liam O'Neill 3, Sam Franks 5, Masamba Njadoe 7, Dylan Pontrello 4, Alex Horning 11, Connor Hyppa 13,

Final Shorecrest Season Scoring
Player

Games
Points
P/G

Conin Oishi

16
194
12.1

Alex Horning

21
231
11.0

Masamba Njadoe

23
187
8.1

Sam Franks

22
149
6.8

Dylan Pontrello

23
125
5.4

Benny Ortega

23
97
4.2

Liam O'Neill

19
68
3.6

Connor Hyppa

17
43
2.5

Zach Lawson

22
50
2.3

Jake Scherf

16
36
2.3

Taylor Simmons

1
2
2.0

Alex Hofstrand

15
26
1.7

RJ Eserjose

9
14
1.6

Danny Ghebremichael

7
10
1.4

Keelan Tidwell

8
5
0.6

Aaron Kelly

3
1
0.3

Drew Magaoy

1
0
0.0
 
 

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