Call for Performers – 2014 Shoreline Arts Festival

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

The Shoreline – Lake Forest Park Arts Council is pleased to announce the 2014 Shoreline Arts Festival Call for Performers. This year’s festival will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 28 and 29. Two stages, one indoor and one outdoor, will run during festival hours with rotating one-hour shows.

The Shoreline Arts Festival attracts 5,000+ attendees for a summer celebration of the arts and local artists. The two-day event is a long-established tradition in this community. This diverse festival features an active Artists’ Marketplace along with juried art exhibitions, cultural performances, theatrical and literary performances, hands-on art, a children’s area, food court and much more.

Held at a great venue, the Festival is located on the grounds of the Shoreline Conference Center and Shoreline Auditorium, with both indoor and outdoor activities, excellent amenities, and ample parking for attendees.

Interested performers should fill out the attached application form and return it to the Shoreline – Lake Forest Park Arts Council by February 28.  Applications will be juried and performers will be notified of their acceptance by March 14. Additional information and application forms may be found at the website 

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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Lake Forest Park burglar caught - in spite of efforts by victim

A residential burglary occurred in Lake Forest Park the last week of January. However, the victim did not report the crime for two days.

Once contacted, police received information that a possible suspect had items from the burglary and was attempting to sell them on a popular website.

The tip came from the victim, who actually made contact with the suspect at the suspect's residence, where he confronted the suspect about the stolen items.

Once the police department became involved, detectives located all the stolen items with a regional law enforcement shared resource called "Leads Online", a web based search tool that enables law enforcement to search for stolen goods that have been sold to pawn shops. The suspect was booked for investigation of residential burglary and three counts of trafficking in stolen property in the first degree.

Lessons learned from this incident need to be emphasized to citizens:
  1. Report a crime to police immediately by calling 911 once discovered;
  2. Never contact a suspect of a crime and confront them --obtain assistance from the police department;
  3. Make sure your house is secure before you leave. Lock all doors and windows and make sure your garage doors are fully closed.
Time is of the essence. 
The sooner the victim reports a crime to police, the better chance the police have to solve it.

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Shorecrest boys take eight-game basketball winning streak into district tournament after Wednesday home victory over Meadowdale

The Shorecrest boys’ basketball team has an eight-game winning streak after winning its final regular-season game, 56-50 Wednesday at home over Meadowdale.

In the victory over Meadowdale, Masamba Niadoe led the Scots with 25 points. Teammate Daniel Ghebiamicheal added 11.

The Scots have an 8-5 Wesco 3A record (14-6 overall) after the victory over Meadowdale before starting Northwest District 3A Tournament play Tuesday, Feb. 11.

Shorecrest will enter the tournament as the No. 3 Wesco 3A South team, meaning that the Scots will open the tournament with a road game against either the Wesco 3A North No. 2 team or Ferndale of the Northwest 3A/2A/1A Conference.

The Scots won their seventh straight game Monday, Feb. 3, with a 53-47 victory at Mountlake Terrace.

In the victory at Mountlake Terrace, Colin Olshi, Benny Ortega and Njadoe led the Scots with 9 points each.

Shorecrest 56, Meadowdale 50
At Shorecrest High School, Wednesday, Feb. 4


Shorecrest Scoring
Points

Alex Hofstrond
8

Conin Oishi
5

Benny Ortega
3

Masamba Niadoe
25

Zach Lawson
2

Drew Magoay
2

Daniel Ghebiamicheal
11

Conner Hyppa
0

Aaron Kelly
0


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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

FEB. 5-11, 2014  

Bonus recipe     Herbed Shrimp Salad with Avocado


Fri, Feb. 7       Braised Short Ribs with Barcelona Nogada Sauce 

Sat, Feb. 8       Pork and Green Chile Stew with Hominy 

Sun, Feb. 9        Farro Strawberry Salad




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Overflow audience speak out on creation of transportation benefit district

An overflow audience filled Sound Transit’s Ruth Fisher Boardroom on Tuesday, February 4, and spilled into the Great Hall of Union Station for a special meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council.

The public came to give testimony on the proposed legislation before the Council that would establish a transportation benefit district (TBD) that would have the authority to ask the voters to provide funding to maintain Metro Transit service and support the King County’s transportation infrastructure.

“The public’s voice is critical to helping the Council make a decision on whether to form a Transportation Benefit District to send a transportation funding measure to the ballot,” said Council Chair Larry Phillips. “I thank everyone who came out to testify and value their input.” 

Earlier that day, the Council’s Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee sent to the full Council for final action legislation that would create a Transportation Benefit District that could ask voters to approve a tax measure that would support existing Metro Transit bus service levels and fund the maintenance of local roads in King County. Also presented during the committee was a proposed motion expressing the Council’s support for a ballot measure for local transportation funding through a countywide TBD. 

In a special night meeting of the Council, members heard over two hours of testimony as more than 250 people came to give their comments on the TBD creation proposal. People also took this opportunity to voice their opinions on Metro service and the state of the county’s roads. 

“The meeting was an an excellent opportunity for me to listen to the public on this important piece of legislation,” said Councilmember Rod Dembowski, chair of the Council’s Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee. “We heard from a number of concerned citizens, and I look forward to hearing from more folks as we continue to consider this issue.”

The public can continue to provide written testimony online.


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Critical injury accident involving bus and pedestrian

A pedestrian was struck by a bus in the northbound lanes of Aurora Wednesday afternoon. Shoreline Police and Fire responded.

Northbound lanes were closed between N 182nd and N 185th Streets for the investigation by detectives with the Major Accident Response and Reconstruction team.

There was no information on the condition of the pedestrian.


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John Norris selected as new Shoreline Assistant City Manager

City Manager Debbie Tarry has selected John Norris to be the City’s new Assistant City Manager. Norris was selected after Tarry, the former assistant city manager, was appointed by the City Council in December to be the City Manager.

Norris served as the Acting Assistant City Manager after Tarry was appointed Interim City Manager upon the resignation of former City Manager Julie Underwood. Prior to being named Acting Assistant City Manager, Norris served as a management analyst in the City Manager’s office for seven years.

“John has proven to be a valuable leader within our organization,” stated Tarry. “He has been closely involved in many of the important issues facing the City and exemplifies the community and organization’s values.”

Before coming to Shoreline, Norris worked as an analyst in the King County Office of Management and Budget and a coordinator in the New York City Department of Education, Parent and Community Engagement Office.

“I greatly appreciate the trust the City Manager has shown in me,” said Norris. “I am excited to be serving the City and the community in this new capacity.”

Norris has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Trinity College in Hartford, CT and a Master of Public Administration Degree from the University of Washington Daniel J. Evans School of Public Affairs. Norris is a resident of North Seattle where he lives with his wife and two children.


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Shoreline Fire seeks public help in fire investigation

The Stone Ave fire destroyed the home
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

The residential fire on Stone Avenue North last month was accidental, and may have started in an aging gas furnace. The homeowner remains in the hospital with severe burns.

Shoreline Fire is asking the public for video or still photos that were taken during the early stages of the fire, in hopes of confirming their findings in the investigation. If you have video you can share, contact them as soon as possible.   

Shoreline Fire also reminds residents that furnaces should be inspected and serviced annually, as part of your family's safety and fire prevention plan.

Shoreline Fire headquarters 17525 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133, business hours Monday thru Friday 8:00am until 4:30pm. Main phone 206-533-6500. Fax 206-546-5719.


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Harlequin ducks and the ghost ship

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Harlequin ducks and the ghost ship
Photo by Frank Kleyn

Harlequin ducks bob in the early morning surf at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park on January 26. Harlequin ducks spend their winters along the rough, cold water coasts of Puget Sound.

Close up - Harlequin ducks
detail of photo by Frank Kleyn

Looking far too exotic for Puget Sound, they are oblivious to both the photographer and the ship in the distance.


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State Sen. Frockt sponsors tenants’ rights legislation

By Evan Smith

Democratic State Sen. David Frockt, who represents the 46th Legislative District, including Lake Forest Park, Kenmore and northeast Seattle, has joined Seattle Democratic Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles in sponsoring two bills that would support tenants’ rights and make housing more affordable to renters in Washington.

Democratic State Sen. Maralyn Chase, who represents Shoreline and the rest of the 32nd Legislative District, is among the co-sponsors of both bills.

A public hearing on both was Thursday, Jan. 23, in the Senate Financial Institutions, Housing and Insurance Committee.

One bill, Senate Bill 6291 would streamline the process of tenant screenings by potential landlords by allowing a prospective tenant to obtain a single standardized comprehensive screening report and use it when applying to rent housing for up to 30 days without being charged a tenant screening fee by the landlord. The comprehensive report would include consumer, criminal and eviction history. If landlords would want to use a different report, they would have to pay the expense themselves.

“One of the biggest costs of finding new housing is paying all the application fees for every prospective rental property,” Frockt said. “It’s especially tough in fast-moving rental markets where you might have to apply for many properties to find one that’s open. Moving into new housing is expensive enough as is, and it’ll make the process easier on people if we have a standard form and prospective renters only have to pay one screening fee.”

The other bill, Senate Bill 6292 would require notice of rent increases 90 days ahead, up from the current 30 days, as well as provide tenant relocation assistance to a broader base of renters.

Kohl-Welles said that 30 days is not enough notice to plan ahead if rent is going to go up and force a tenant to move. She added that the bill arose in part from what happened to tenants at Lockhaven Apartments in Ballard when they received eviction notices to allow the management to remodel or renovate their units followed by big rent increases.

In local jurisdictions that require landlords to provide assistance when a tenant must move, especially due to a rent increase or a change of situation, currently only those who earn up to 50 percent of area median income may receive this assistance. SB 6292 would increase the availability for those who earn up to 80 percent.

Evan Smith can be reached at schsmith@frontier.com


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Meet the artist at open house Thursday at Garden Essentia

Come enjoy a refreshment and meet local basketry artist Judy Zugish on Thursday, February 6, from 4-8pm at Garden Essentia in Ballinger Village.

Judy will have on display raw materials in the various stages of preparation as well as explain growing and harvesting. Her art will be on display and available for purchase throughout February. We will also have some of her unique Cyclamens, grown in her nursery 'Bouquet Banque' in Marysville, for sale. 

Basket by Judy Zugish

Judy Zugish
  
"As an artist and a plantsman, I have spent many years  exploring the fibers I can grow, honoring old traditions, and developing a contemporary connection. A celebrated nursery (Bouquet Banque) and a field study basketry school (Fishsticks) has emerged from the fibers of the garden.

"My work is primarily about exploring the shapes and layers of materials. Using a wide mix of barks, vines and natural gatherings, I like to peel and extract their elements--to find and expose the character within.

"As I pull the essence into play and push the boundaries beyond traditional forms--the results become movement-sometimes playful, other times elegant, often humorous--gestures of reflection. This continual enigma: the Push and Pull of life, and it's layers of learning intrigues me; and so I continue to explore the undulations in my constructions. 

"The content in materials engages the content in human experience ---- my baskets become a silent commentary, a private conversation, a dance of the hands and heart.

"I grew up in the Puget Sound area and currently live in Marysville. I have had the opportunity to travel extensively where I get much of my inspiration from images I see on my adventures." 
  

Garden Essentia, 20152 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline 98155, 206-453-3920
  

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Free seminar: India: National Identity & Worldview of an Aspiring Power

India: National Identity and Worldview of an Aspiring Power


Mr. Jonathan Bensky, Pacific Northwest Advisors


Dr. Anand Yang, Jackson School of International Studies, UW

Thursday, February 6,  7-8:30 p.m.
Shoreline Community College
Room 9208 PUB (map)

The world's largest democracy and second most populous country emerged as a major power in the 1990s. It is militarily strong, has major cultural influence and a fast-growing and powerful economy.

This event is part of the series, Evolving National Identities and Worldviews, hosted by the Global Affairs Center of Shoreline Community College.

This event is FREE and open to the public.


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Shorewood boys play final regular season basketball game Wednesday at Stanwood after Monday home victory over Glacier Peak

The Shorewood boys' basketball team plays its final regular-season game Wednesday, Feb. 5, at Stanwood after a 58-53 home victory over Glacier Peak Monday.

Honored at Shorewood Senior Night
Sam Boone, Taylor Freeman, Zane Hopen, and Anxhelos Pere.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore
Shorewood takes a 6-6 Western Conference 3A record (11-8 overall) into the game with Stanwood (12-0, 19-0) at 7:15 p.m. Wednesday at Stanwood High School, with junior varsity teams from the two schools playing at 5:40 and "C" teams playing at 3:45.

Thunderbird Anxhelos Pere battles to control a loose ball
in the game with Glacier Peak
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

In Shorewood's 58-53 victory over Glacier Peak, the Thunderbirds trailed 12-11 after the first quarter before taking a 28-27 halftime lead and stretching it to 43-37 after three quarters. Taylor Freeman led Shorewood with 23 points, and teammate Jordan Muir-Keung added 12. The Shorewood junior varsity lost to Glacier Peak, 64-61, and the Shorewood C's lost, 63-43.

Earlier, the T-birds lost to Mountlake Terrace 67-63 Friday despite a 19-8 fourth-quarter Shorewood surge that included a 13-0 Thunderbird run. Mountlake Terrace had led 15-13 after the first quarter, 34-30 at halftime and 59-44 after three quarters. Freeman led the Thunderbirds with 29 points. Muir-King scored 12. The Shorewood JVs lost to Mountlake Terrace, 62-39, and the T-bird "C" team won 58-48.

Inside the lane Zane Hopen looks to pass or go up for a shot.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Shorewood had won a 55-54 game at Meadowdale Tuesday Jan. 28. The T-birds trailed 11-10 after the first quarter and took a 28-23-halftime lead before the Mavericks tied the game 38-38 after the third quarter, only to have Shorewood take the one-point win. Freeman led the Thunderbirds with 18 points; Sam Boone and Brandon Mar scored 10 each; and Muir-Keung added 9. The Shorewood JVs lost to Meadowdale, 56-48, and the T-bird C's won, 61-54.

The Northwest District 3A tournament begins Tuesday, Feb. 11, with Shorewood, the No. 4 team from the Wesco 3A South opening tournament play with a return visit to Wesco 3A North No. 1 Stanwood.

Shorewood’s Sam Boone puts up a jump shot inside the lane.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

The Shorewood JVs take a 4-8 Wesco 3A record (9-10 overall) into their final game Wednesday at Stanwood (12-0, 16-0), and the Thunderbird "C" team takes a 7-5, 12-7 record into its final game against Stanwood (7-4, 10-6).

SHOREWOOD VARSITY 58, GLACIER PEAK 53
At Shorewood High School, Monday, Feb. 3

Glacier Peak -- 12 15 10 16 -- 53
Shorewood ---- 11 17 15 15 -- 58

Shorewood Scoring -- Anxhelos Pere 0, Taylor Freeman 23, Brandon Mar 8, Jordan Muir-Keung 12, Karson Gronvold 3, Zane Hopen 2, Cameron Teeterman 7, Sam Boone 3.

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE VARSITY 67, SHOREWOOD 63
At Mountlake Terrace High School Friday, Jan. 31

Shorewood ------------ 13 17 14 19 -- 63
Mountlake Terrace -- 15 19 25  8 -- 67

Shorewood Scoring -- Pere 2, Freeman 29, Mar 4, Muir-Keung 12, Gronvold 0, Hoprn 6, Teeterman 2, Boone 8.

SHOREWOOD VARSITY 55, MEADOWDALE 54
At Meadowdale High School, Tuesday, Jan. 28

Shorewood ---- 10 18 10 17 -- 55
Meadowdale -- 11 12 15 16 -- 54

Shorewood Scoring -- Pere 2, Freeman 18, Mat 10, Muir-Keung 9, Gronvold 2, Hopen 4, Teeterman 0, Boone 10.

Taylor Freeman moves to his right to avoid a charging foul and puts a shot.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

BOYS' VARSITY BASKETBALL STANDINGS

Wesco 3A South ... Conf. (Overall)

**Mountlake Terrace ... 9-3 (14-5)
*Glacier Peak .............. 8-4 (13-5)
*Shorecrest ................. 7-5 (13-6)
*Shorewood ............... 6-6 (11-8)
Meadowdale ............... 4-8 (10-9)

Wesco 3A North

**Stanwood ............... 12-0 (19-0)
Marysville-Pilchuck .... 5-7 (8-10)
Everett ........................ 5-7 (8-11)
Oak Harbor ................. 4-8 (4-15)
Marysville Getchell .. .. 0-12 (1-18)

Northwest Conference 3A
*Ferndale .................... 5-5 (8-10)

*Clinched berth in Northwest District 3A tournament (top three teams in each Wesco division and two other teams based on conference record)
**Clinched first-round tournament game at home (two Wesco division champions, top second-place Wesco team, and either the other second-place Wesco team or Ferndale of the Northwest 3A/2A/1A Conference, depending on conference record)



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Discounted admission all day at opening of Northwest Flower and Garden show


On Wednesday, February 5, the Northwest Flower and Garden show is extending the discount entry from the first two hours to all day in honor of the 12th Man.

The theme this year is "Art in Bloom" the show provides the opportunity for gardeners to see new plants and unique displays including the use of recycled materials.

There are 23 demonstration gardens with unique use of art and a theme in the use of circles such as plantings in the form of circles, the use of rusted pipe cut in wafers, glass art, water features, and garden walls, with many unique garden ideas.

One of the more interesting mechanical devices is a "Phantom Ramp," that turns a set of stairs into a ramp for individuals with mobility issues.


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Shoreline Community College opera workshop Tutto Mozart!


SCC Opera Workshop Friday, Saturday, February 21, 22 at 7:30 pm and Sunday February 23 at 3pm. Campus Theater, Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline.

General admission $18. Seniors and non-SCC students $16. SCC students, children 14 or under $10.
Tickets online through Brown Paper Tickets, or at the door.


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Shoreline-based World Concern aids families in South Sudan crisis

World Concern is providing emergency assistance to families displaced by violence in South Sudan. 

Since December 2013, when fighting broke out after rebels attempted to overthrow the government, as many as one million people have fled violence in their home towns and sought safety in camps, host communities, or other countries. Several thousand from conflict-affected areas have arrived in an area of Warrap State where World Concern implements long-term development programs. 

According to UNOCHA, no other agencies are responding in this area to assist these families. World Concern is responding with emergency aid such as food rations, supplies, access to water, and more.
“It’s so sad. People are just sitting here, trying to find some shade … and a lot of them really traumatized … They won’t go outside, because they are too scared to get shot anyways. What can they hope for?” said Samuel, a young man who is among the displaced in South Sudan.

World Concern is seeking support from donors for this response. It costs about $40 to provide a disaster survival kit to a family in crisis. Donations can be made online or by calling 800-755-5022. 
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World Concern is a Christian global relief and development organization. The solutions we offer, the work we do, creates lasting, sustainable, lasting change that provides lasting hope. Our areas of expertise include disaster response, clean water, education, food security, child protection, microfinance and health.
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South Sudan Facts
  • In December 2013, fighting broke out between government forces and rebels loyal to former vice president Riek Machar and spread across the country, threatening to push it into civil war. A ceasefire was signed on January 23, 2014.
  • 646,400 people are displaced inside South Sudan. Another 123,400 people have fled to neighboring countries. (Source: UNOCA) 
  • South Sudan has been struggling since gaining independence from Sudan in July 2011. Prior to 2005, Sudan's two-decade civil war killed 2 million people and forced another 4 million from their homes, according to U.N. estimates. Many southerners continue to return to South Sudan from the north, and many remain displaced.
  • According to the World Food Program, hunger levels in all states but one were above emergency levels in 2012. 
  • According to Refugees International, South Sudan ranks near the bottom in the world in all social indicators including education, literacy, and child malnutrition.

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Getting to the Parade: Sound Transit, Community Transit from Sno County

With unprecedented crowds expected to cheer for the victorious Seattle Seahawks, local transportation and transit agencies are advising the traveling public to expect significant delays in and around downtown Seattle on February 5.

With an expected turnout of up to 500,000 spectators, the parade will begin at 11am and conclude with a rally at CenturyLink Field at 1:30pm. Travelers should expect roadway and transit delays throughout the day due to crowds and road closures, with spectators likely arriving well in advance of the event. Given the celebration's unprecedented size, drivers and transit riders should anticipate heavy traffic congestion in downtown, Lake Union, Queen Anne, the stadium area and nearby highways.

Metro and Sound Transit plan to use every available resource to accommodate what will likely be the largest parade in the city's history.

Parade route
The parade begins at Fourth Avenue and Denny Way, and heads south on Fourth Avenue to S Washington Street. From there it will proceed west to Second Avenue S, turn south on Second and then move into the North Lot at CenturyLink Field. Fourth Avenue and all cross streets from Third Avenue to Fifth Avenue will be closed to traffic starting at 10:30 a.m. and reopen after the parade passes, and Occidental Avenue will be closed at 8:30 a.m. "No parking" signs for the event are in place and prohibit parking along the route from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. More than 75,000 fans are expected to attend a ticketed rally in the stadium area after the parade, so sizable crowds and area delays will continue well after the parade concludes. Fans are encouraged to dress warmly and be prepared for delays.

General tips for transit users include:
  • Come downtown early to better avoid the worst traffic and full buses. 
  • Dress for both cold temperatures and packed buses. 
  • Be prepared for lengthy travel times. 
  • Have transit fare or an ORCA card ready
  • Sign up for transit alerts on Metro's website
  • Parking at most park-and-ride lots and all Sounder stations often fills early, and demand will be high. Riders who can't arrive early are encouraged to get dropped off. 
  • Bus service information accessed through the trip planners on transit agency websites and the One Bus Away service may not be accurate when road closures, re-routes and unusually high congestion levels are in effect. Riders should refer to rider alerts for the specific bus routes they are using. 
  • Expect transit delays to continue as long as celebrating fans are downtown, likely into the afternoon commute. 
  • Riders are reminded that if they see something say something, Report any suspicious activity to a bus driver or call 911. 

Sound TransitSounder commuter rail, with service to the north end of CenturyLink field, will be an attractive option for many fans attending the parade. Northline trains serve Edmonds, Mukilteo and Everett.

Northline: Four morning trips will depart Everett for Seattle at 5:45 a.m., 6:15 a.m., 6:45 a.m. and 7:15 a.m. Return trains in the afternoon will depart King Street Station at 4:05 p.m., 4:33 p.m., 5:05 p.m. and 5:35 p.m. The 7:15 a.m. and 4:04 p.m. north line departures will operate longer, five-car trains to accommodate larger than normal crowds. The 6:45 a.m. and 4:33 p.m. departures will run three-car trains.

ST Express regional bus service will experience high rider demand, and some service will be rerouted.
ST Express Route 512: Northbound trips to Snohomish County will not serve 4th Avenue or Olive Way. Instead, board buses westbound on Stewart Street or southbound on 5th Avenue.

Sounder tickets must be purchased before boarding trains and must be presented to fare enforcement officers upon request. Ticket vending machines are available at all stations before entering the platform area. Buying an ORCA card in advance will avoid lines at vending machines.

Community Transit 
Snohomish County fans who want to leave early and avoid the crowds can take advantage of any of 13 Community Transit routes from all over the county. Buses run to Seattle between 5 - 8:30 a.m., depending on the route. Fans can get home on those same routes between 2:30-6 p.m. Schedules and fares are available here . If you've always wanted to ride a double decker bus, this is a great opportunity. See which routes feature the Double Tall bus.


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Getting to the parade: Seahawks Victory Parade transit service information

On Wednesday, February 5, the downtown Seattle and adjacent areas will be affected by street closures and congestion as Seahawks fans gather to welcome home and honor their Super Bowl winning team.

While the Seahawks Victory Parade is southbound on Fourth Avenue through downtown from Seattle Center to CenturyLink Field, and 4th Avenue will be closed for the midday event, many other streets and local neighborhoods will also be affected, both well before and well after the actual parade.  Parking in and near downtown Seattle is expected to be very limited.

Metro is using all available resources and making every effort to keep transit service moving, but there will likely be delays and service disruptions.  Metro plans to reroute about 33 bus routes in the downtown area, but unexpected disruptions may also occur during the event.

Commuters
Metro's regular commuters may want to get an early start Wednesday, as many Seahawks fans may also plan to head downtown early. Area park and ride lots may be more crowded or fill up earlier than usual.

Additionally, due to crowds and congestion that are expected to last well into the afternoon commute time, the trip home may also be more crowded or delayed.

Street closures
Pine Street west of 9th Avenue will close at about 7:00am on Wednesday, and Fourth Avenue is expected to close at about 10 AM.  When 4th Av is closed, Metro will not be able to cross it at any location except Yesler Way.

Transit reroutes
Metro and other buses that use or cross 4th Avenue between S Royal Brougham Way and Seattle Center will be rerouted, and nearly all transit service that travels through the downtown area will be affected by altered routing or delays.

Seahawks and Parade Fans
When preparing for Wednesday’s event, Metro encourages fans to plan ahead, arrive early, be ready for very cold weather, expect transit and traffic  delays and, most of all, to travel safely. 

Transit information
Visit Metro's Service Advisories page for information about planned reroutes during Wednesday's event.

Metro’s online Trip Planner indicates service that is rerouted as well as scheduled and predicted departure times. Predicted times are available but may be less accurate when buses are rerouted or significantly delayed.

In addition to Metro, Community Transit, and Sound Transit operate in the downtown Seattle area. Payment of fare is required on all transit service.

Visit Sound Transit's website for information about extra Sounder and Link rail service on Wednesday.


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Seahawks parade in downtown Seattle Wednesday

Monday, February 3, 2014

Sports Authority t-shirt

The victory parade to honor the Superbowl Champion Seahawks will take place on Wednesday morning, starting in downtown Seattle.

The parade starts at 11am on Fourth Avenue, south of Denny Way. It will continue along Fourth, and arrive at CenturyLink Field around 1:30pm.

Metro warns of disruptions to bus routes because of the traffic and organizers encourage fans to carpool or use transit to get downtown, as parking will be very limited.

In spite of suggestions after the game, schools will not close for the event.

The event will be carried live on KING 5 and streamed on KING5.com.


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Mud Bay Jugglers and Tune Stranglers perform at NW Performing Arts Center Saturday

 Saturday, February 8, 7:30pm (post SuperBowl frenzy)... 

Born of earth and water twenty some years ago, the Mud Bay Jugglers evolved into an organized body of arms, legs and hands; a multi-headed being that was guided by the natural belief in egalitarian leadership. This shows up on stage as their cooperative style of direction plays out in their amazing, non-verbal, choreographed performances. Their blend of juggling, physical comedy, dance, and music is as unique as their working style.

An organized body of arms, legs, and hands..
Mud Bay Jugglers this Saturday at NWPAC

In the beginning...
Doug Martin and Mark Jensen started juggling and gyrating on the street in 1980. Alan Fitzthum and Tom Gorski soon added their own brands of goofiness to the troupe and, in 1982, the Mud Bay Jugglers first performed as a foursome to the Hungarian Rhapsody #2 by Franz Liszt at a benefit for the Nisqually Delta Association. For the audience, it was love at first sight. And for the Jugglers, it was the point where they first discovered many of the elements that would define them, from choreographing to music to the costumes they still wear a version of today.

You'll be in on the fun. You'll see what happens when drama, choreography and juggling create a flashpoint with the complex world of music. Still, as Alan put it, "Even after 20 years, our best times are when the clubs just float in the air and we're not thinking about anything but the fun we're having with the people around us."


The Tune Stranglers will accompany the Mud Bay Jugglers.  Recently referred to as "a circus that plays music", the Tune Stranglers have been entertaining audiences across the West since 2003 with a smorgasbord of stringed instruments, washboard and the occasional clarinet. 



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HistoryLink: Interstate 5 is completed from Everett to Seattle on February 3, 1965


Interstate 5 is completed from Everett to Seattle on February 3, 1965.

On February 3, 1965, the section of Interstate 5 from Everett to Seattle is completed. The section runs 19.7 miles from the Eastmont interchange at the southern end of Everett’s city limits to the northern end of the Seattle city limits at NE 145th Street.

A Fine Day

The Washington State Legislature adopted a plan for a Tacoma-Seattle-Everett "toll superhighway" in 1953. Though the Washington State Supreme Court declared the toll road plan unconstitutional three years later, the money problem was solved the same year by funding from the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, and plans for the superhighway went forward. Construction of a 19.7-mile segment of Interstate 5 from the southern boundary of the Everett city limits to the northern boundary of the Seattle city limits began early in 1963. This section was scheduled to open late in December 1964, but its opening was delayed by more than a month because of cold weather. 

The big day arrived on February 3, 1965, with all the appropriate pomp and circumstance. Clarence D. Martin Jr., Under Secretary of Transportation of the U.S. Department of Commerce, spoke at a noon luncheon at the Elks Home in Everett and told a crowd of about 300 that this section of freeway would benefit more people than any other highway improvement in Washington state’s history. After lunch, a cavalcade of cars cruised south on the new freeway through the dark drizzly day to the Seattle city limits at NE 145th Street for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Miss Sno-King, Rose Clare Menalo, pretty in her pillbox hat, cut the ribbon at 2 p.m. Dignitaries then droned through speeches, the Queen Anne High School band played, a color guard from Fort Lewis showed the colors, and despite the dreary weather, a fine time was had by all. As the ceremony ended, a joker drove an old steamroller along the nearby freeway entrance road, loudly tooting its horn in an exclamation point to the end of the ceremony.

Full of Surprises

The freeway enjoyed several other firsts that day. Shortly before the 2 p.m. ceremony at NE 145th Street, the first auto accident occurred -- at the NE 145th Street entrance, and right in front of onlookers gathered for the ceremony. (The Everett Herald noted that the accident involved “a lady driver.”) Shortly after the ribbon-cutting, another driver returning to Everett was stopped by a state trooper, apparently for speeding. Still another hapless driver, perhaps overwhelmed by the excitement, evidently failed to properly fasten his car hood, and it flew up as he drove down the new highway, requiring a rescue by Everett Police Chief Frank Patterson, who secured the offending hood with a wire paper hanger. 

People were thrilled with the new freeway. Many drove it the first day, not out of necessity but just to drive it. They were particularly amazed that there were no stoplights on the new freeway -- Highway 99, the previous highway between Everett and Seattle, had 26 traffic lights in its section between the Everett and Seattle city limits. The new freeway was expected to cut travel time between Everett and Seattle in half during rush hour, from just over 40 minutes to about 20 minutes.

But within days a problem became apparent. At the freeway exit in Everett, traffic was routed onto the old Highway 99 route along Broadway Street. The operation of the traffic light at 41st Street slowed traffic exiting the freeway to a crawl during peak use. The resulting traffic jams were often several miles long. Finally in 1968 the “Everett section” of I-5 opened between 41st Street and the Snohomish River, alleviating the problem.

Sources:
HistoryLink.org Online Encyclopedia of Washington History, “Interstate 5 Is Completed From Everett To Tacoma on January 31, 1967” (by David Wilma), http://www.historylink.org (accessed March 22, 2008); David A. Cameron, Charles LeWarne, M. Allan May, Jack C. O’Donnell, Lawrence O’Donnell, Snohomish County: An Illustrated History (Index, WA: Kelcema Books LLC, 2005), 332; Don Davis, “New Freeway Now Ready For Public,” The Everett Herald, February 3, 1965, pp. 1-A, 12-B; “Vehicles Rush To Freeway,” Ibid., February 4, 1965, pp. 1-A, 5-A; Steve Petty, “Freeway Didn’t Come For Free,” Everett Herald Western Sun, February 4, 1965, p. 1-A. By Phil Dougherty, March 24, 2008

HistoryLink: The free online encyclopedia of Washington state history


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For the birds: the Great Backyard Bird Count February 14-17th

Fox Sparrow using bird bath with heater
Photo by Christine Southwick
By Christine Southwick

Would you like to help count local birds as part of a national study?

The really neat thing about participating in a Great Backyard Bird Count is that you can stay in your yard if you want to, and you can count for as little as fifteen minutes just one of those days, or you can count as long as you want for as many of the days as you want.

Volunteers at the Great Backyard
Bird Count
Photo courtesy PSBO
The goal of this count is to get as many bird reports as possible from all over the country for a spring snapshot of birds throughout the USA. The more people who report the birds they see in their backyards, or in any other clearly identified locations, during those four days, the more real the snapshot.

This tabulated bird count really helps ornithologists and environmentalists form accurate counts of current populations of many bird species, and where they were found the spring of 2014. By comparing these yearly spring counts with other spring counts, and the annual Christmas counts, ornithologists have been able to study movements of species known for nomadic movements (these movements are called invasive); and been able to follow the movements of both populous and scarce species. By having the count taken the same days throughout the states, low counts are given more credence since it can be shown that missing flocks weren’t just somewhere else.

Afraid you might not know how to identify enough birds? Or how to send in the data?

Never fear — the locally-based Puget Sound Bird Observatory(PSBO) is leading a progressive backyard bird count Saturday Feb 15th as part of the national “Great Backyard Bird Count”.

Spotted Towhee on feeder
Photo by Christine Southwick
Come see how three different yards use plants, water and feeders to attract birds, and learn how to sign into eBird to report your sightings. There’s an optional trip to a marsh (with boardwalks) near Mill Creek.

Go to the Puget Sound Bird Observatory website for more information, and to sign up.


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A choice of fitness classes at the Spartan Rec Center

The Spartan Recreation Center has a whole bunch of fitness classes starting up in February. It's a great time to sign up and get your body toned and in shape for the summer months. Classes are at various times and days with something for every skill level. 

W.O.W. - Women on Weights 
A total body workout for women of all ages. Strengthen, tone and tighten through a variety of weight training exercises. 
#65517 M 2/24-3/31 12:00-12:50pm 
#65519 W 2/26-4/2 12:00-12:50pm 
Fee: $48; w/Resident Disc: $42 or drop-in for $8 a class! 

Fit Boxing
This hot new class combines movement with circuit training, strength training and core work for maximum results. A great way to lose weight or improve muscle tone. No previous experience necessary. 
#65527 Tu 2/25-4/1 6:30-7:30pm 
#65688 Th 2/27-4/3 7:15-8:15pm 
Fee: $60; w/Resident Disc: $52 or drop-in for $10 a class! 

Piyo *NEW*
A perfect blend of Pilates movements and yoga stretches. Stay flexible and strengthen your core at the same time. Bring a yoga mat. 
#65679 Tu 2/25-4/1 12:00-12:45pm 
Fee: $48; w/Resident Disc: $42 or drop-in for $8 a class! 

Pilates
Pilates is all about strengthening your core muscles and improving flexibility. Perfect for all fitness levels. Bring an exercise mat. 
#65523 M 2/24-3/31 11:00-11:45am 
#65524 W 2/26-4/2 11:00-11:45am 
#65525 W 2/26-4/2 6:30-7:15pm 
Fee: $48; w/Resident Disc: $42 or drop-in for $8 a class! 

Zumba
Zumba is easy to learn aerobic dance moves set to fun Latin and Salsa music. Sculpt your body while having a blast! 
#65513 W 2/26-4/2 5:30-6:15pm 
Fee: $48; w/Resident Disc: $42 or drop-in for $8 a class! 

Zumba Gold
Zumba Gold is a low-impact version of Zumba.
Same great music and easy-to-follow choreography with modified pacing makes this the perfect class for those new to Zumba, those with physical limitations or older active adults. 
#65515 M 2/24-3/31 6:00-6:45pm 
Dance Room Fee: $48; w/Resident Disc: $42 or drop-in for $8 a class! 

To Register or For More Information


To View the Winter 2014 Recreation Guide 
Call: 206-801-2600
Visit: Spartan Recreation Center, 202 NE 185th St. 

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HistoryLink: Heavy snow and extreme cold freeze Western Washington on February 3, 1893


Heavy snow and extreme cold freeze Western Washington on February 3, 1893. 

On February 3, 1893, heavy snow and extreme cold grips Western Washington. In Seattle, the temperature at Woodland Park stands at five degrees below zero and the ice on Green Lake is six inches thick. 

A three-foot snow stopped all the streetcars in Seattle for several days and piles of snow from rooftops reached 12 feet in depth. On Front Street at the Sullivan Block a sign stuck in the deep snow read, "The Evergreen State -- Please Keep off the Grass" (Press-Times). 

Sources: 

J. Willis Sayre, This City of Ours (Seattle: Seattle School District No. 1, 1936), 73; "A Little More Snow," The Seattle Press-Times, February 6, 1893, p. 3.
Note: This file was expanded on September 14, 2004. By HistoryLink Staff, January 01, 2000

HistoryLink: The free online encyclopedia of Washington State history


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Letters Aloud: private letters read in public at the Edmonds Center for the Arts on Valentine's Day



"With or Without You: Letters of Loving, Longing and Leaving."
Enjoy an intimate performance in a cabaret-style setting where both the performers and the audience share ECA's stage on Friday, February 14, 2014 at 8:00p.m.
Join host and curator Paul Morgan Stetler and some of Seattle’s most accomplished actors as we explore the many facets of romantic love through the intimate and often fiery letters of such luminaries as Henry Miller, Frida Kahlo, Virginia Woolf, Elizabeth Taylor, Rainer Maria Rilke, Henry VIII, and…of course…Slash from Guns ‘n Roses. With live musical accompaniment and a dynamic slide show.

To view a trailer of Letters Aloud, please click here.

Tickets are $25 per person and include the performance, coffee and a light dessert buffet. No-Host Bar. Enter through the stage door.

Click here to purchase tickets or
call the ECA Box Office at 425.275.9595


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County Council to take public testimony on possible ballot issue to maintain transit service

The Metropolitan King County Council will hold a special evening meeting Tuesday, February 4, to hear from the public on a possible ballot measure to maintain the current levels of transit service and fund maintenance of local roads and transportation infrastructure:

Tuesday, February 4
5:30 p.m. sign in begins
6:00 p.m. public testimony
Union Station, Ruth Fisher Board Room
401 South Jackson Street, Seattle

Last month, the County Executive sent to the County Council a proposal to create a Transportation Benefit District (TBD) that could ask voters to approve a tax measure that would support maintaining Metro Transit bus service levels and fund the maintenance of local roads in King County.

This will be the only NIGHT meeting where the public will have to the opportunity to comment on the creation of the TBD and the potential vote from the TBD to place a tax measure on the ballot. The meeting will be streamed live.


For those individuals coming to testify that need special accommodations, please contact Anne Noris, Clerk of the Council, at 206-477-1024.


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