Workshop offers healthy living ideas just in time for the holidays

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Health Coach
Deenie Robertson
Healthy habits will not only add years to your life, they might make those years more enjoyable. Anderson House in Shoreline will host a “Smart Aging” Workshop entitled “How Can We Stay Fit and Healthy Longer?” offering simple exercise and diet tips just in time for the holiday season.

Health Coach Deenie Robertson will share her passion for good health Thursday, December 5, 2013 from 5 to 7pm in the Activities Room at Anderson Plaza. This event is free and open to the public.

“A healthy lifestyle is essential to a high quality of life and longevity,” Robertson said. “I will offer tips on how to eat healthier and be more active even when you’re busy.”

The evening will feature hands-on activities along with appetizers, wine, gift giveaways and prize drawings. The first 10 people to register will receive a free copy of “The Complete Elder Care Planner” by Joy Loverde.

“How Can We Stay Fit and Healthy Longer?” is the last of three “Smart Aging” Workshop presented at Anderson House this fall.

Anderson House is located at 17201 15th Ave NE in Shoreline and interested participants can RSVP to Jill or Cathy at 206-364-9336. Visit The Anderson Community website for more information.


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SWEL Health & Wellness Fair Thursday evening


Thursday, November 14, 2013, 6:30 - 8:00pm, Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 17440 Brookside Blvd NE, Lake Forest Park.


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Salvation Army and Bartell Drugs team up for "Toy 'N' Joy" drive



Bartell Drugs is once again partnering with the Salvation Army to provide holiday gifts for children in need by collecting new, unwrapped toys during its 10th annual Salvation Army "Toy 'N' Joy" drive, November 17 through December 14.

The toy donations will be accepted at Bartell Drugs locations in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties. Toys will be distributed to low-income children and youth the week before Christmas through the Salvation Army's "toy warehouses."

The five-week drive in 2012 generated over 5,400 toy donations by Bartell's customers-the estimated equivalent of $81,300 in toys provided to the Salvation Army.

Donation options include:

  • Choose a "gift request tag" from the "Toy 'N' Joy" display in the store and return the gift to the donation barrel with the tag affixed to it.
  • Donate new, unwrapped gifts appropriate for children up to 14 years-of-age.

"The drive helps make the holiday season brighter for deserving children," said George D. Bartell, Chairman and CEO of Seattle-based Bartell Drugs. "The generosity and support of our customers over the past nine years has been gratifying."

Founded in Seattle in 1890, Bartell Drugs owns stores in King, Snohomish and Pierce counties.  Family-owned and operated, it is the nation's oldest drugstore chain.


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What's cooking at Central Market

If you're looking for inspiration, answers, tips or new recipes - come by the Culinary Resource Center near Produce at Shoreline Central Market, upper level Aurora Square on Westminster Way.

There's often something to sample, and always recipes for the taking. Below is the lineup for demonstrations.The kiosk is staffed 10 am-6:30pm daily (9 am-5:30pm Sundays) with sampling noon to 4:30pm. If a line appears under the recipe or if the name is in color, you can click to go to the full recipe.

NOV. 14-19, 2013 


Fri, Nov. 15  Chipotle Cherry Cheese - A goat-cheese appetizer from our new ‘Delectably Simple Party Foods’ brochure 

Sat, Nov. 16  Pacific Pie Company Pie Sampling
                      Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Apple and Bacon


Mon, Nov. 18  Mixed Greens with Sage-Poached Cherries 



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Shoreline-based World Concern responds to devastating typhoon in Philippines


Shoreline-based World Concern is responding to assist families affected by Super Typhoon Haiyan, which battered the Philippines on Friday, destroying entire communities.

Officials estimate nearly 10 million people are affected by this disaster, and the death toll is rising as more areas become accessible.

Through their Integral Alliance partners on the ground, World Concern will help provide emergency food and supplies to displaced families, as well as psychological support to traumatized children. 

“The number of people impacted by this disaster is shocking. Those numbers represent boys and girls, moms and dad – real people who have lost everything and are suffering greatly. Our prayers are with each one and our intent is to bring comfort and relief to them in practical ways,” said World Concern President Jacinta Tegman. 

World Concern Deputy Director of Disaster Response Chris Sheach left Seattle Wednesday to travel to the Philippines to help coordinate relief efforts and provide technical support on the ground. 

How to Help 
Donations can be made online or by calling 1-800-755-5022.


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Free In-Person Assistance: Washington Health Benefit Exchange Signup


Free In-Person Assistance: Washington Health Benefit Exchange Signup, Thursday, November 21 and Saturday, November 30, 1pm, Richmond Beach Library 19601 21st Avenue NW, Shoreline 98177, 206-546-3522. Presented by Public Health-Seattle and King County.

One-on-one assistance for those enrolling in the new Exchange (Washington Health Plan Finder) for mandatory health care insurance.

Registration not required, first come, first serve.


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Ace out Hunger in Mountlake Terrace Saturday

90 players and 429 pounds of food in Arizona
Can it be surpassed here?

Ace Out Hunger - Saturday, November 16, 2013, 3-6pm, Forest Crest Athletic Club, 4901 - 238th Street SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043, 425-774-0014.


Ace Out Hunger is a non-profit that utilizes tennis to help feed the less fortunate while creating an interest in tennis and a feeling of good will.

Schedule

3:00 – 4:00pm – Introductory tennis lesson for players of all ages

4:00 – 5:00pm – Cardio tennis for all players over the age of 13

5:00 – 6:00pm – Beat the Pro, singles and doubles point play

This event is free to attend, but we do ask that you bring 3 cans of food to help a hungry family's Thanksgiving be a little warmer.

The first event was held in Chandler, AZ on September 22. They raised 429 pounds of food and hosted more than 90 players.
"Let’s beat that total at Forest Crest this November!" 
All food raised will be donated locally to Hope Link and North Help Line Food Bank.

The goal of Ace Out Hunger is to host 4 events a year and to cover all 50 states over the next 16 years.

For more information contact Josh Basha at 602-785-8141.


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Authors turned booksellers on Small Business Saturday at Third Place Books

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Saturday, November 30, 2013 is Small Business Saturday. To celebrate, Third Place Books has invited local authors to join the staff to help sell their favorite books!  Each author will be in the front of the store with books they love to talk about (and their own) chatting with our customers and becoming booksellers for the day (well, the hour). Swing by anytime during the day and put them to work!
  • Noon - Kristin Kittscher
  • 1pm - Stephanie Kallos
  • 3pm - Ken Jennings
  • 5pm - Garth Stein
  • 6pm - Sherman Alexie  
Third Place Books is located on the upper level of Lake Forest Park Town Center at the corner of Bothell and Ballinger Way in Lake Forest Park.


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Dembowski leads Wilson in County Council race

Appointed 1st District County Councilman Rod Dembowski holds a 76 percent to 24 percent lead over challenger Naomi Wilson in votes from the Nov. 5 general election counted through Tuesday.

The District includes Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, north Seattle, Kenmore, Woodinville, parts of Bothell and Kirkland, and unincorporated areas between Bothell and Kirkland.

89% of the votes for King County had been counted by Tuesday.

Updated 11-13-2013 11:01pm 


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Northshore Fire incumbents Armanini and Peterson headed for re-election

By Evan Smith

Northshore Fire District incumbents Carolyn Armanini and Kae Peterson were headed for re-election in votes counted through Tuesday.

Armanini led challenger Bob Jordan 56.44 percent to 43.40 percent, and Peterson led opponent Pat McSweeney 54.92 percent to 44.88 percent.

The results came with King County officials having counted 89 percent of ballots on hand countywide through Tuesday. They expect to release updated results Wednesday afternoon.

The Fire District covers Lake Forest Park and Kenmore. 


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Oral health strategies on State Board of Health’s November agenda

Recommended oral health strategies that will help improve the health of Washington residents will be the subject of a public presentation Wednesday, Nov. 13. 2013 in SeaTac when the State Board of Health meets.

Although preventable, dental disease is costly, painful, debilitating and widespread in Washington State.

Dental disease is the most common chronic disease of childhood. Untreated it can cause intense pain that affects a child’s ability to eat, get enough sleep, pay attention and sit in class. Nationally, more than 51 million school hours are lost each year to dental-related illness.

For adults, untreated dental disease can result in many issues that can impact the quality of life such as pain, poor nutrition, and social. Older adults are particularly at risk due to taking multiple medications that cause dry mouth and lead to tooth decay. 

Poor dental health is costly for Washington residents. According to a 2010 report by the Washington State Hospital Association, dental complaints were the number one  reason uninsured adults visited emergency rooms, costing over $36 million in an 18-month period. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports employed adults lose more than 164 million hours of work nationally due to dental health problems.

Strategies that prevent and treat dental disease improve oral health and save money. For example, providing dental treatment to people with diabetes reduces hospitalizations by 61 percent in the first year of treatment and reduces medical costs on average $3,200 per year.

The board convened two expert oral-health advisory groups to develop seven strategic recommendations that address a wide range of oral health strategies ranging from policy development to project implementation. At the November meeting the board may endorse the recommended strategies to improve the oral health of Washington residents.


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Lake Forest Park to participate in State Transportation Commission meeting next week


Transportation challenges and priorities for Bothell and other communities along the King and Snohomish county border are the focus of a meeting being held by the Washington State Transportation Commission next week in Bothell. Officials from the cities of Bothell, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park and Woodinville, as well as King and Snohomish counties, will participate in the commission’s meeting, which is part of its public outreach program.

The meeting will start at 8:30am. Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 22600 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell. The meeting is open to the public and persons wishing to speak to the commission may do so during the public comment period scheduled for 2:15pm.

The meeting features a series of short presentations on successes and challenges, future plans and needs for transportation in the Bothell area, and King and Snohomish counties. Topics include roads, public transportation and trails. The meeting will include an overview of transportation and economic development in the Puget Sound region and a presentation on Bothell’s downtown revitalization, which commissioners will see first-hand in a tour immediately following the meeting.

Starting 9am. Wednesday, Nov. 20, the commission will hold a kickoff meeting for the Interstate 405 express toll lanes rate-setting process at Kirkland City Hall, 123 Fifth Avenue, Kirkland. Local official representing the I-405 and State Route 167 corridor have been participating on the I-405 Executive Advisory Group for several years. Members of that group will submit their toll-rate recommendations to the commission for consideration.

The commission will be working on the toll rates and policies for the I-405 express toll lanes that are currently under construction on the north end of I-405, between I-5 in Lynnwood and Bellevue. This is the first phase of a planned 40-mile-long express toll lane system that will ultimately run from Lynnwood to Renton on I-405 and connect to the existing SR 167 HOT lanes. The commission plans to hold a public process to gather input as they work to set the toll rates and policies for the express toll lanes by spring 2014.

The Washington State Transportation Commission holds several meetings throughout the state each year to gain insight from local government, industry and citizens about transportation issues that affect their communities and region. This information helps the commission to develop and implement transportation policies and recommendations that reflect the priorities of the people and local governments of the State of Washington.

For more information about the commission and a complete meeting agenda here.


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Overview on Washington Healthplanfinder for social services workers


Tuesday, November 19, 2013 form 8:30-10am in the City of Shoreline City Council Chambers, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133

A representative from Public Health – Seattle / King County will provide an overview of how to help uninsured people enroll in private health insurance using the Washington Healthplanfinder created under the Affordable Care Act. As well, learn how the Medicaid expansion program will work to provide health insurance coverage.


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For the Birds: Oregon Junco

Male Oregon Junco


Oregon Juncos, Our Local Dark-eyed Junco
By Christine Southwick
Photos by Christine Southwick

A startled bird dives into a bush, showing a flash of white tail-feathers as a warning. That’s a sure sign that you just saw a junco. Stand still, watch for movement and flashes of white on or near the ground and listen for their contact call, a kind of a clicking sound.

The juncos we have here are Oregon Juncos, with an occasional Slate-colored Junco thrown in. These juncos are a sub-species of Dark-eyed Juncos (that’s how they are listed in bird books), which are members of the Sparrow family.

Female Oregon Junco

Juncos prefer edges of mixed forests, until late fall when they form small flocks, become less picky, and can be found out in more open areas. Because they become obvious in the winter they are nicknamed the “Snowbird” in the east.

Unless you have an area with dense shrubs with trees, you probably only have juncos in your yard from about September until March, at which time they migrate higher up, or further north to breed.

If you do have good cover in and around your yard, you may have juncos all year round, although they seem scarce in August. The rapid trill of the mate-seeking, territorial male is delightful, and if you find a nest in a hanging basket, it is probably a junco’s. Juncos do not use nest boxes, preferring to hide their nests on or near the ground. I’ve had juncos nesting in evergreen clematis and on a low branch of a pine tree. The female, who sometimes sings, hides her nest for 3-5 eggs, usually in a clump of grass, behind a log, rock or tree root. Both parents feed their young, and often raise a second brood here.

Slate-colored Junco

Since juncos are ground feeders and nesters, cats are especially dangerous to juncos, and should be kept indoors, even at nights. Because ground nests are so vulnerable, juncos leave the nest 9-12 days after hatching, before they can fly.

If you want juncos in your yard, plant flowers and put up a feeder. Provide water and shrubs, and evergreen trees for shade. Juncos like escape routes using multi–stemmed shrubs, like rhodys and snowberry. Besides, it’s fun to watch them plummet from a small branch, and brake just before certain destruction.

In August, don’t deadhead all your flowers. Leave the seed for the juncos and other birds, and you may have your own Snowbirds with their flashing white bellies and startling white outer tail-feathers.

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Winter Seattle storytellers guild special event


Tellabration - Friday, November 15, 2013, 7:30 - 9:30pm, Haller Lake Community Club 12579 Densmore N. Seattle 98133.  Donation $l0 ($5 for SSG members).

Tellabration is a world-wide celebration of storytelling.

Debra Harris-Branham, well known and beloved teller for the past 25 years, will share African and African American tales embedded with songs and chants in a rhythmic, energetic style with audience participation.

Norm Brecke, one of our favorite, long time tellers and former Storytellers Guild President, will share folk, personal stories, and songs.

Lorraine Bayes, Song Carrier, Medicine Drummer, co-founder and director of Tickle Tune Typhoon, with concerts, CD’s and accolades for the past 30 years, will offer songs from her Cherokee heritage.

Patty Zeitlin (author, award winning poet, recording artist and songwriter) will share a story, song and dance from Hawaii.

These events are for adults, but older children who enjoy storytelling and are able to listen, are also welcome. 

          

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As You Like It at Shorewood Nov 15-16, 21-23

Tickets online, call 206-393-4372, or $12 at the door.


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Photo: Freedom

Freedom - Photo by Dennis Terpstra

On the same walk where Dennis Terpstra met up with a seal pup, he was able to capture several shots of an eagle. This one is our favorite, with the eagle in full flight.


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Book Review by Aarene Storms: Rotten

Monday, November 11, 2013

Rotten by Michael Northrop
JD returns from a summer "upstate" and discovers that, while he was gone, his mom has adopted a rottweiller from the local animal shelter's death row. JD has some issues with authority, and the dog -- named Johnny Rotten, after the lead singer of the Sex Pistols -- has some issues of his own. Both the guy and the dog could use a break.
JD tries so hard to be cool, but his friends (and the reader) will easily discern the truth about his feelings, especially when they find out where JD really spent his summer.
This quick-reading compelling contemporary narrative will mostly appeal to guys. Details about re-training a rescue dog are realistic, and the author earns a star for including these details without quoting extensively from Cesar Milan.
Some cussing and "classic boy potty humor," references to off-page fighting, and a bit of yearning for a certain pretty girl who happens to like dogs.
Recommended for ages 12 to adult.

The events may not have happened; still, the story is true. --R. Silvern

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

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Janet Pope selected as Director of Compass Housing Alliance

Executive Director Janet Pope

The Board of Directors of Compass Housing Alliance has selected Janet Pope as executive director, effective October 21, 2013. She assumes the role of Rick Friedhoff, who retired in October 2012 after serving 16 years as Compass Housing Alliance executive director.

Pope was chosen to lead Compass Housing Alliance following a comprehensive local and national search that produced several qualified candidates. The Board was impressed with her passion for the organizational mission, her faith-based background, fund development experience, as well as proactive and visionary leadership skills. Her experience in nonprofit management, facility oversight, and executive leadership of homeless service organizations makes her uniquely qualified to lead Compass Housing Alliance in providing impactful services and housing options for people struggling with homelessness and poverty in the Seattle area.

Since 2000, Pope has devoted most of her career to making a positive difference in homeless issues across the Greater Seattle area. Prior to a stint as Executive Director of Seattle Musical Theatre, she served as the Director of HomeStep, a services enriched transitional housing program that served over 400 homeless families and individuals during her tenure. HomeStep operated under the umbrella of The Church Council of Greater Seattle and merged with Compass Housing Alliance in 2011. Before leading HomeStep, Pope was Executive Director of the Interfaith Association of Northwest Washington where she successfully leveraged faith community resources to address critical needs in homeless prevention, emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing and other vital services covering a multi-county area.

"Compass Housing Alliance is fortunate to attract an individual of Janet's caliber," said Peter Struck, Board of Directors president. "Her knowledge and experience, coupled with her dedication and passion for the mission of our organization, provides a solid foundation to lead Compass Housing Alliance forward."

MJ Kiser, who has served as Interim Executive Director during the past year, will be returning to her position as Program Director.  


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Sculptors Workshop Fall 2013 Holiday Pottery Sale

Tina Carpenter’s “Aboriginality” is just one of the many original works
that will be available at the annual Sculptors Workshop Holiday Pottery Sale on Nov. 22-23.


Decorative and functional pottery galore! Garden art, vases, mirrors, platters, mugs, plates and bowls are just a sampling of the hundreds of one-of-a-kind artworks by local artists available at the Sculptors Workshop Holiday Sale the weekend before Thanksgiving (November 22-23).

Come join the fun and visit the artists at the Frances Anderson Center (Rm. 210) at 700 Dayton St. in Edmonds during these times:
  • Friday, November 22 (1 pm - 8 pm) 
  • Saturday, November 23rd (10 am - 2 pm)
The Sculptors Workshop is a pottery co-operative infused with a rich 43 year history! This semiannual sale is a wonderful chance to meet some of the co-op's 19 artists, and at the same time find unique and handmade holiday gifts. You won’t want to miss this holiday sale for a great selection of local pottery! For more information, visit the Sculptors Workshop's Facebook page, or contact Julie Perrine, 425-244-6569.


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Turning Point silent auction and benefit dinner Nov 23




Give the Gift that Keeps on Giving
Turning Point Silent Auction and Benefit Dinner
November 23, 2013 at 6:30pm
Greenwood Square, 8420 Greenwood Ave, Seattle
$45 Tickets [includes wine, cocktails and dinner]

You're invited to Turning Point's Annual Benefit. Join us for a special evening of thanksgiving and celebration as we wine and dine with live music and silent auction. And just in time for the holidays! Bid on items that your friends and families will love, all while supporting at-risk youth and families! Together we can make a difference. 



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One new Ronald Wastewater commissioner could take office Nov. 26


By Evan Smith

Ronald Wastewater District candidate George Webster could take office Nov. 26.

That’s because Webster and appointed Commissioner Richard Matthews are running for what our ballots call a “short and full term,” the full term being the six-year term that begins at the end of the year, and the short term being the last month of the term that Matthews holds by appointment. That could happen as soon as the three members of the County canvasing board sign the certification of election at a meeting scheduled for 3 p.m. Nov. 26.

Webster leads with 53 percent of the vote to 47 percent for Matthews.

Gretchen Atkinson leads Ginny Scantlebury 52 percent to 48 percent for the full term that begins at the end of the year,

The results came with King County officials having counted 86 percent of ballots on hand countywide through Friday. They expect to release updated results Tuesday afternoon.


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Rep. Pollet says legislature’s tax breaks will ensure jobs


By Evan Smith

Democratic 46th District State Rep. Gerry Pollet says that the tax exemptions that the Legislature passed in its recent special session “will enable our state to secure tens of thousands of jobs directly in, and related to, aerospace and the 777X.”

Pollet added Saturday that he was pleased that the new tax exemptions are subject to review after a few years to prove if exemptions actually create family wage jobs and generate more revenue than they cost.

“We will also make a major investment in our community and technical colleges to provide the opportunity for thousands of families to work in the aerospace industry for years to come, he said.

Pollet represents Lake Forest Park, Kenmore and northeast Seattle.

Evan Smith can be reached via email

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Flag Team camp in December for 3rd through 8th graders


The 3rd Annual Shorecrest Flag Team Camp will be held in December. The Shorecrest Flag Team members will be teaching 3rd through 8th graders basic Flag moves and a short routine during six practices.

The practices will be held on December 3rd and 4th and December 9th-12th at Briarcrest and Lake Forest Park Elementary Schools. Briarcrest practices are 3:40-5:00pm and Lake Forest Park practices go from 5:30-7:00pm.  

The campers will then perform their routine during half time of the Shorecrest/Shorewood basketball game on Friday, December 13, 2013.  

Each camper will receive their own Flag pole/flag and a t-shirt. Come and join the Shorecrest Flag Team for a fun time and be a part of a great Shorecrest Tradition!

Questions:  Contact Linda Cobb.



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Shorewood doubles team defeats Shorecrest for District championship; Shorecrest singles player, doubles team both take third place

Shorecrest boys tennis team and coaches at 3A District 1
tennis tournament at Stanwood High School
Photo by Ned Sato


Cameron McDowell and Stuart Schachle of Shorewood repeated as Northwest District 3A Doubles champions by defeating their Shorecrest opponents 6-3, 6-4 in the championship final Oct 30 in Stanwood. McDowell and Schachle earned their second straight trip to the State tennis tournament in May in Kennewick.

Schachle and McDowell defeated Shorecrest's Andrew Copsey and Chris Sato, with both teams qualifying for the State tournament. Nick North and Emahd Khan of Shorecrest will have a chance to qualify for State after winning the match for third place.

Nishant Limaye of Shorecrest placed third in singles.


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Tiny school wins big


Cascade K-8 Community School, Shoreline’s smallest public school, won big this month in the Art of Education! Contest. Throughout the month of October, KRIS Wine ran the contest, which encouraged people to visit their Facebook page daily and vote for their school. At the end of the month, the Grand Prize of a $5,000 grant for Art Education would go to the school with the most votes.

In addition to the grand prize money, five 2nd place winners were granted $2,000 and ten 3rd place winners were granted $1,000 for arts education.

With only 153 students from Kindergarten all the way through middle school, Cascade K-8 definitely faced some steep competition. Schools all over the country were invited to participate—many with three, four or even five times the student population. But even though the school is small, the key to their success is right in the name. Friends and families of CK8 were able to gain more than 7,500 votes over the course of the contest.

“Cascade K-8 really is a community school. Without family participation, we’d never stand a chance!” Says Leslie Cheung, Fundraising Chair for Cascade’s PTSA. “We appreciate everyone that stepped up to help us out. Your votes made a very real and positive change in our education program this year!”

KRIS Wines are produced in the Alto Adige region of Northern Italy. Owners Franz Haas and Maria Luisa Manna Haas have dedicated their business to fine wine and art as evidenced by their labels featuring original drawings by the late Riccardo Schweizer. Thanks to their interest in education, Cascade K-8 Community School kids will have an excellent year in art class!


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Singers - audition Nov 17 for Driftwood holiday sing-along

The Edmonds Driftwood Players announce auditions for featured vocalists for a special performance Holiday Sing-Along.

Audition date is Sunday, November 17th from 7pm, at the DP Rehearsal Annex, 200 Dayton St., Edmonds.

There are parts for women and men. Be prepared to sing a capella.

For the audition prepare a song(s), story, or skit that is appropriate to the season. It can be serious or humorous but must be upbeat, positive, and G rated. No more than three minutes. Must not entail extensive set up, scene changes, make up or costumes.

Appointments may be made online or by calling 425-774-9600.


One Performance Friday, December 20, 2013 at 7pm.


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Shorecrest PTA and ASB dinner to benefit Holiday Baskets Food, Toys, Teen Gifts drive



The Shorecrest PTSA and Shorecrest High School ASB are sponsoring a Holiday Benefit Dinner in support of the Holiday Baskets Food, Toys, Teen Gifts drive on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 from 6:00 - 8:00pm in the Shorecrest High School Cafeteria, 15343 25th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

This event benefits Shoreline School District families in need of assistance during the holiday season.

Purchase your tickets by Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013. $20.00 Adults, $10 Children 10 and younger.

See flyer for more details and ticket purchasing instructions. 

A fabulous evening of entertainment and awesome food. Join your neighbors for this joyful annual community event of the coming together in giving and celebrating the season!

More information on the Holiday Baskets drive and donate using PayPal here.


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Parkwood Elementary holds Veteran's Day Assembly

Sunday, November 10, 2013


Photos by Steven H. Robinson

Parkwood Elementary School, 1815 N 155th in Shoreline, held a Veteran's Day Assembly on Friday, November 8, 2013.


Students had an honor guard procession and retiring of colors with the flags. Guests included current and retired military.

Retiring the colors

The elementary choirs performed, under the direction of Dennis Ashbrook. Student speakers gave presentations.

Principal is Ann Torres.


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SCC Foundation Breakfast raises funds for students

SCC Foundation supporters fill the dining hall


The SCC Foundation hosted its Annual Student Success Campaign Community Breakfast on Wednesday, November 6, 2013. Attended by friends, community, business and the campus community, this traditional breakfast raises crucial dollars to support scholarships and other related student financial benefits.

The PUB dining room was filled with supporters. With the theme "Global Pathways," the breakfast raised funds to support to students so they may pursue the knowledge and skills required to compete in a global economic environment.

Foundation President Mark McVeety, and students Mikayla McGill (nursing program), and Shariffa Edwards (dental hygiene student) explained that sometimes just a few hundred dollars can mean the difference between financial stress and the ability to focus on studies.

Often the Foundation is able to provide funds for enrichment programs for students. Sometimes it's money for a bus pass or a textbook.

State funding for two-year colleges has been cut in half in the last five years, and tuition at SCC has doubled. The Foundation helps to bridge the financial gap for students.

The Distinguished Service Award was presented to Sadayoshi Nojima, from the Trajal Hospitality and Tourism College, which has been affiliated with SCC for twenty years, bringing Japanese students to SCC and Edmonds CC for a six month program. Nojima said that within two years he expected to bring a thousand students a year to the two institutions.

The program is part of the SCC goal to create global citizens of its students.


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Learn how to make Gingerbread houses in Senior Center class Wednesday



Cooking with Chef Janice, Wednesday, November 13, 2013, 1:30pm in the dining room.

Come for a fun class in November as participants build a Gingerbread village to display at the Center! As always, you will get some great cooking hints and ideas. Hope to see new faces and past participants for more exciting adventures. Reserve your space by signing up at the front desk. Fee: Members $5.00, Non-Members $7.00. 


18560 1st Ave NE, Suite 1, Shoreline, WA 98155
206-365-1536



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Reminder: Veterans and current military wash cars for free at Shoreline Brown Bear

All the Brown Bear tunnel car washes, like the one on Aurora in Shoreline, offer free car washes to veterans and current military service personnel on Veteran's Day, Monday, November 11, 2013.


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Free after-school homework support at the Turning Point



Homework Factory 2013-2014
Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5pm
FREE After-School Homework Support

Get help in understanding and completing your homework in a fun and safe environment. Snacks and creative learning activities provided in addition to homework support. 

Shuttle provided from Meridian Park and Parkwood schools to afterschool site. 

Now in session at the Turning Point, located at Vineyard Community Church/Trinity Presbyterian. 

Pick up at 5pm: 1315 N 160th St, Shoreline 98133

Registration forms available online or stop by the office on-site.

Turning Point, 206-402-6960, email.


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Free to the public: A conversation about Iran's Worldview

A Conversation about Iran’s Worldview with Nader Nazemi, Cascadia College and UW/Bothell and David Woodward, Association in Cultural Exchange.


Thursday, November 14, 7-8:30pm, Shoreline Community College, Room 9208 PUB (map). This event is FREE and open to the public.

A forum on Iran’s national and international goals, how Iran’s leaders view their role in the world, and the evolution of the U.S.-Iran relationship, featuring David Woodward and Nader Nazemi, both born in Iran and both well-versed in Iranian history and culture.

Nader Nazemi
Nader Nazemi was born in Iran and educated in Iran, England and the United States. Currently he is founding faculty member in Political Science and History at Cascadia Community College and chairs the Global Education Committee.


David Woodward
David Woodward is President and Chief Executive Officer of Associates in Cultural Exchange (A.C.E.).  He was born in Teheran, Iran, and spent his early youth in Southern Iran.   He has presented extensively in forums and conferences on Middle East issues, Islam, cross-cultural communication, language education, and international program administration.

Part of the symposium, No One’s World, organized by the Global Affairs Center.




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Shoreline Council to review applications for City Manager

Because of the Veteran's Day holiday, there will be no regular meeting of the Shoreline City Council on Monday. However, the Council will be meeting in executive session Monday to review applications and select finalists for the City Manager interviews scheduled for December 7.


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Shoreline girl raises $1000 for Susan G. Komen foundation

Mahrin and Laurra McGregor
By Laurra McGregor

Five years ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer, and had a mastectomy. My daughter was almost four, and my son was six. I was very blessed to have caught it early, and to have an amazing support system. Every year that passes and I receive a clean bill of health helps me breathe easier.

On Saturday, November 2, 2013 my daughter Mahrin, now eight years old, participated in a charity pageant to support breast cancer awareness called "Queens for a Cure". The pageant was founded only five years ago, but has grown in participation each year, raising its donation to Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure by a few thousand dollars each year. This year they raised almost $30,000 including company matches.

Mahrin McGregor, Supreme Sweetheart
Queens for a Cure
Mahrin had never participated in a pageant, yet she won third place overall and holds the title of Queens for a Cure Supreme Sweetheart. This means Mahrin will spend the next 12 months raising money for Race for the Cure, as well as appearing, hosting, organizing, and speaking at events related to breast cancer awareness. She is very excited to be a part of making a difference in the lives of others.

I am proud of my daughter's participation in this event (she alone raised $1,025), and I think it encourages other young girls to look for fun ways to raise money and awareness for something that is near to their hearts.


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Crime in Shoreline A-Z - Greenwood Ave in the news


Crime in Shoreline A - Z
10-28 to 11-03-2013

Every week - death investigations, suicide attempts, domestic violence, violent people with mental issues, suicide attempts, arrest warrants, drivers with suspended license, credit card identify theft, runaway kids, wandering seniors, well-being checks, natural deaths, driving violations with DUI drivers, tracking sex offenders - and here's the rest:

A - Suspect removed window screen and entered apartment at Sheridan Apts on Bothell Way - victim fled out bathroom window

Arrest - Possible prostitute and friend smoking marijuana on trail behind Rodeway Inn, arrested on outstanding warrant / Arrested male at Rodeway Inn with multiple warrants from Lynnwood / Person arrested at Metro bus stop for outstanding False Statement warrant / Arrested individual at transit station on outstanding criminal warrants /

Assault - 6:10pm assault with pipe on street at 192xx Stone /

Burglary - Smashed glass at 153xx 26th NE / Front door forced open but nothing taken 18xx N 205th / Entered garage and vehicles at 155xx Greenwood / 193xx 5th NE / Handgun and laptop stolen from unlocked residence 155xx 6th NE

Burglary, business - Wireless Universe, 15700 Greenwood, burglars pushed in A/C and entered building, stealing cell phones and accessories. Burglar alarm was tripped but service company didn't arrive to investigate for an hour and police were not notified at the time

Car prowl - Took multiple keys to rental properties from unlocked vehicle at 157xx Greenwood / 5xx N 170th Ct / 4xx N 178th Ln / 3xx Greenwood / Medical equipment stolen from car at 185xx Springdale Ct /

Cars and parts stolen –  Motor home stolen from 155xx Wallingford N / Trailer stolen 165xx 16th NE / Honda Accord stolen from 160xx Greenwood / Attempted motorcycle theft from Ballinger Commons /

Found - Vehicle stolen at gunpoint recovered at Rodeway Inn, along with multiple license plates / 

Larceny, stores -  Shoplift groceries at Aurora Safeway / Not only shoplifted from Sears but used counterfeit money to make purchases / Table removed from employee cage during business hours at Jiffy Lube / Office Max / Juvenile theft of alcohol from North City Safeway / Non-employee enters break room at Deseret and steals laptop / Shoplifter arrested at Costco had warrants from Oregon /

Larceny, private residences - Tools stolen from bed of truck parked in driveway at 18xx N 202 / Items stolen from 6xx N 201st possibly by a hired contractor /

Mail theft - Resident at 190xx 22nd NW didn't check her mail for six days and found the box was empty /

Stalking - Student stalked at 180xx 15th NE on her way to school  

Trespass - Found squatter in vacant home at 145xx 31st NE / Individual trespassed from Goldie's Casino /

Vandalism - Evicted tenants vandalized house 182xx 24th NE /

Vandalism in public places - Possible gang-related graffiti on Briarcrest neighborhood kiosk / Men's restroom and utility pole tagged at Echo Lake Park / Tags at Saltwater Park / Tags to men's room and picnic table at Hillwood Park / Tags on signal box and Sugar's building at 170th and Aurora / Tags on brick wall at Paramount School park / 

Z - Young white women shoplifted multiple items from Variedades Belen at 17034A Aurora, then threatened to punch out the clerk when confronted

For other weeks of Crime in Shoreline, see the Features section on the front page.



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Shoreline City Council expresses support for Music4Life program

By David Endicott, President / CEO
The Music4Life™ Program

Following is a copy of a letter we have just received from the Shoreline City Council regarding our Shoreline Schools Music4Life™ program, which seeks to provide public school students with musical instruments. 

Our Governing Board is grateful for the unanimous support of Mayor Keith McGlashan, Deputy Mayor Chris Eggen and all five other Members of the Shoreline City Council. The united opinion of the Council in this letter speaks for itself. But we do believe that this worthy work, coming at a time of significant regional and national economic challenge, needs to be done so all our children can benefit from a good basic education that includes participation in instrumental music activities, if they wish and regardless of current family financial situation.

We are particularly grateful to Shoreline City Councilmember Shari Winstead, a donor who organized this expression of the Council’s opinion. Any Shoreline resident who wishes can join Shari and the rest of us in making this initiative into a reality.

October 28, 2013 
To the Citizens of Shoreline, 
Thanks to the efforts of Superintendent Sue Walker, we have become aware of the Shoreline Schools Music4Life™ initiative and what it is doing to assure a broad, fair and basic education to all our children, regardless of any family’s current economic condition. 
Research now shows that students who study instrumental music tend to do better in math, science, history, literature, languages (both foreign and English), even in computer science and other desirable academic disciplines.  This is in addition to the discipline and teamwork learned through participation in instrumental music programs. 
We’ve even heard that students with dyslexia (estimated as high as ten percent of any given population) can perform better because of instrumental music. 
Shoreline Music4Life acquires “lovingly used” musical instruments from adults who no longer need them, gets them fully restored and ready-to-play and then provides them free-of-charge to Shoreline Public Schools for use by students of low income families.  Given adequate resources, Shoreline Music4Life can even purchase new musical instruments for use by low income kids. 
Given the state of the economy and to the extent that low income students can’t participate because their families can’t even afford to rent a musical instrument, Shoreline Music4Life becomes just as much a worthy “education program” as it is a music program. 
Based on the recommendation of Superintendent Walker and the entire Shoreline School Board, we endorse the efforts of the Shoreline Music4Life program and encourage other local community leaders concerned about education for all our kids to learn more about it. If you have a lovingly used musical instrument that’s just gathering dust in your garage or attic, donate it to Shoreline Music4Life. Tell your friends, family, neighbors or co-workers about it. There are other ways to support Music4Life, as well. 
This truly is a program worthy of the support of us all. 
Sincerely 
Keith A McGlashan, Mayor
Chris Eggen, Deputy Mayor 
Doris McConnell, Councilmember 
Will Hall, Councilmember  
Jesse Salomon, Councilmember
Chris Roberts, Councilmember
Shari Winstead, Councilmember
Updated 11-12-13 10:24pm

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PTA Holiday Baskets Food, Toys & Teen Gifts Drive



The Shoreline PTA Council, along with community partners the Shoreline Fire Department, Hopelink, Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park, Rotary Club of Shoreline (Lunch), Shoreline Breakfast Rotary, Rain City Rotary, and Dale Turner Family YMCA are joining together to support families with children in the Shoreline School District who need assistance during the holiday season.

The 2013 Shoreline PTA Council Holiday Baskets Food, Toys, and Teen Gifts Drive will run December 2–13, 2013. Donations of non-perishable food and new unwrapped toys or teen gifts may be dropped off at any Shoreline School District school including the district office during regular school hours.

Monetary donations may be made payable to the Shoreline PTA Council, note Holiday Baskets-Food or Holiday Baskets-Teen Gifts, and mailed to Shoreline PTA Council, P.O. Box 55784, Shoreline, WA 98155-5784. Toy donations may also be dropped off at any Shoreline Fire Station.

The Shoreline Fire Department will be sponsoring a toy donation drive at the Fred Meyer in Shoreline on Saturday, December 7th.

For more information, or to donate using PayPal, go to the PTA Council website  To volunteer, follow this link or email the volunteer coordinator.

If this year finds you and your family in need, contact your Shoreline School District school nurse, Family Advocate or Hopelink (206-440-7300).


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Holiday Craft Market Nov 23


City of Shoreline, 9th Annual Holiday Crafts Market, Saturday, Nov 23, 2013, 9am to 4pm, Spartan Recreation Center (on the grounds of the Shoreline Center, by the Stadium). 

Information 206-801-2600.


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Home Girls: Fire danger from aluminum wiring

The hazards of aluminum wiring, and what to do about it if it is found in a home


Fires Related To Aluminum Wiring

Due to implications in numerous house fires, the once common practice of using aluminum wiring during the 1970's is no longer permitted in new installations in most jurisdictions. If your house has aluminum wiring you do not necessarily need to panic. Aluminum wiring can be just as safe as copper wire as long as it has been installed correctly. The concern with aluminum wiring is that it is very unforgiving if it has been installed incorrectly.

How Aluminum Wiring Reacts

Aluminum wiring expands when it warms up, and contracts when it cools down. Aluminum reacts differently than copper wire after several warm/cooling cycles. After each cycle aluminum tends to lose more of its tightness. This process is often referred to as "cold creep". Combined with aluminum's tendency to oxidize when in contact with certain metals, these factors can lead to dangerous problems. When aluminum oxidizes it heats up more to conduct the same amount of electricity, which then causes more oxidation. Due to this cycle, eventually the wires may start to get very hot, melt the fixture that it attached to, and even possibly cause a fire.

What To Do - Aluminum Wiring

If you are considering purchasing a home with aluminum wiring, or have discovered it later, it would be a good idea to hire a licensed electrician or inspector to check over the wiring for any potential problems.


Contributed by Home Girl Linda (Reinke) Williford, 206-399-3349


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Art work of Shoreline girl featured in City Light calendar


5th grader Malia's artwork was chosen for the City Light calendar

Seattle City Light announces winners of the 2nd Annual Shrinking Bigfoot Calendar contest

A big carbon footprint is a big problem. Thanks to the help of local elementary students in the Seattle City Light service territory, we are steps closer to shrinking "Bigfoot."

Highland Terrace student Malia.
Art Work is featured in new calendar
The 12 winners of the 2nd annual Shrinking Bigfoot Calendar Contest, including Highland Terrace 5th grader Malia, were congratulated by Seattle City Light Chief of Staff Sephir Hamilton and Woodland Park Zoo CEO Deborah Jensen on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2013, for their creative artwork illustrating ways to shrink their carbon footprint.

Their art is featured in a 12-month 2014 calendar, which is currently on sale. All proceeds from the calendar will go to Project Share, a utility assistance fund that helps low-income customers with their electric utility bills.

Calendars can be purchased for $10 at City Light’s North Service Center, 1300 N 97th Street (Monday -Friday 8:30am - 4:30 pm), Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave, Seattle 98104 (floors 4 and 42), and on City Light’s website.

The contest winners were given a family membership to the Woodland Park Zoo and the Pacific Science Center.


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