Call to artists: Sound Transit temporary art roster

Tuesday, May 13, 2014


Open to artists and artist teams residing in the US.

STart, Sound Transit’s art program, is establishing a roster of pre-qualified artists for temporary public art projects.

STart would like to encourage artists who use the following in their practice to interpret the spirit of place: community engagement; working with the urban form; collaborative process; large scale or oversized gesture; intimate expressions; conceptual, architectural, historical, literary expressions in their visual work; or other expressions we have yet to think of. STart encourages all types of artists to apply.

4Culture will manage the application process for this artwork opportunity

Information: Contact Mylinda Sneed for project details or Ryan Feddersen for Online Application inquiries.

Visit Sound Transit for details on this commission. 

Deadline: June 2, 2014 5:00 PM BUDGET: $500 - $5,000


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Surface water public meeting Tuesday in Shoreline

Shoreline's Surface Water Utility is conducting a study of the McAleer Creek and Lyon Creek/Ballinger Creek drainage basins to identify drainage, water quality, and stream habitat issues, and potential management strategies to address the identified issues.

In addition, the City will assess the condition of the subsurface stormwater conveyance system (storm pipe network) in each basin.

Staff will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 6-8pm at Shoreline City Hall Council Chamber, 17500 Midvale Ave, to explain the basin planning elements, schedule, and receive input of issues and problems in the basin that should be assessed in the studies.

If you are unable to attend, contact Brian Landau, Surface Water and Environmental Services Manager, 206-801-2451 to share your comments. 



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Calling all 3rd – 6th graders interested in the arts

Jazz Camp students playing at the 2013 Jazz Walk
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

August Arts is a week-long camp sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council where students explore several areas of the arts with accomplished artist-educators. Students choose a main area of interest for emphasis (core class) where they spend three hours each day. They also choose two other areas as elective classes for the rest of their day.

This program is open to students who have completed 3rd through 6th grade and have a serious interest in learning more about the arts. Registration deadline is July 11, 2014, and costs $240.

A limited number of scholarships up to $100 are available. Email for details. Each class is limited to 12 and enrollment is on a space available basis. For more information and class descriptions visit the website to download an application.

Don’t forget the music lovers in your family! Shoreline Jazz Camp strives to provide young musicians the opportunity to learn and play with some of the region’s most accomplished teachers and performers. This program creates a safe and structured learning environment, in which students of varying skill levels are able to share in the joy of playing jazz. The camp includes instruction in large and small ensembles, and a series of master classes that are designed to refine the individual’s skills and understanding of jazz.

Contact the Arts Council with questions or call 206-417-4645. For more information, and to download a registration form, visit 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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32nd Democrats meet Wednesday


The 32nd Democrats meet on Wednesday, May 14 at 6:30pm at the Masonic Hall in Shoreline, 753 N 185th St, (map).

Snohomish County Congressman Rick Larsen, County Executive John Lovick, and Sheriff Ty Trenary will be the speakers. 

Members can file for Precinct Committee Officer positions at the meeting.


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4th Annual Diggin' Shoreline Plant Sale Saturday at Cromwell Park


4th Annual Diggin' Shoreline Plant Sale
Saturday, May 17, 2014
9 AM - 5 PM
Cromwell Park

Purchase your veggie starts from Diggin' Shoreline and help support community gardening at the same time! 

Veggie starts have been lovingly sprouted and nurtured from reliable certified organic, heirloom, and open-pollinated seed. They're hardened off and ready to hit the ground running!

Plus, there'll be a fine selection of wonderful plants, including natives, perennials and fruits donated by Diggin' members from their own gardens.

Tell your family and friends. Come to the sale, then spend some time enjoying the beautiful City park amenities, including a great playground for kids.


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Shorecrest, Shorewood boys' golf teams play in Wesco 3A championship Monday

Monday, May 12, 2014

The Shorecrest and Shorewood boys' golf teams played Monday at 11am in the Wesco 3A championships at the Kayak Point Golf Course south of Stanwood.

Shorewood and Shorecrest are coming off a 4-5 finish in a five-team meet Thursday at Jackson Park.

Meadowdale led the five Wesco 3A South teams with 423 strokes, followed by Mountlake Terrace with 424, Glacier Peak 430, Shorewood 448 and Shorecrest 464.

Jamie Wright led Shorewood with a 3-over-par 68. Trent Jones of Shorecrest and Stuart Schachie of Shorewood both shot 71.


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City of Shoreline plans for a financially sustainable future - Open House Wednesday

The City of Shoreline will hold an Open House on Wednesday, May 14, from 6:30 to 8:30pm in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 17500 Midvale.

Strengthening Shoreline’s economic base includes having a financial sustainability plan for providing City services to the Shoreline community. This plan is the 10-Year Financial Sustainability Plan (10YFSP).

The 10YFSP has been a two year process which included developing costs for every City service. Services were classified as either core services or quality of life services. City staff examined historical trends, developed future forecasts, analyzed economic development, and ultimately constructed a financial model for Shoreline’s future.

As a result of past actions on the part of the State Legislature and Washington’s voters, Washington’s governments share a common problem. The growth of revenues from things like taxes and fees is now slower than the inflationary cost increases of services. This is true even if no new services are added and existing services are preserved at current levels.

Simple math tells you that if revenues cannot keep pace with inflation, we will have fewer and fewer resources to provide the same level of service. In order to avoid that bleak outlook, the City developed several alternatives to balance revenues with costs. They include options that increase economic development, increase taxes and fees, and reduce the rate of future expenditure growth.

City staff will present the alternatives at the open house. Participants will be asked to complete a brief questionnaire about the models and alternatives before they leave. Their comments will be shared with the City Council. Council will discuss the 10-Year Financial Sustainability Plan at their June 2 meeting. Your participation in this important issue facing our community (as well as every community in Washington) is greatly encouraged.


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Shorewood tennis results 5/12/14

Shorewood swept the singles to defeat cross town rival Shorecrest for the second time this season with the match score of 5-2. Number one singles Senior Daniella Brengelmann led the way with a straight set 6-1, 6-2 victory over her Shorecrest opponent. Also winning at singles were Marija Feller at number two, Jelena Bojic at number three and Emily Wright at number four. Jenny Ahn and Grace Taylor completed the wins for the T-Birds with a win at number three doubles 6-1, 6-2.

Shorewood finished the season with a Wesco South Championship and undefeated in league at 13-0. Their overall record was 15-1 with two victories over Wesco North Champions Stanwood. Their only loss was to a very strong Woodinville team from KingCo 4A ranks.

The T-Birds start their quest for the state tournament with the Wesco South league tournament Tuesday May 13 and Wednesday May14 at Glacier Peak High School starting at 1pm both days. Representing the T-Birds are Daniella Brengelmann and Marija Feller in singles. Yuanne Corbett and Ellie Allen- Hatch, Jelena Bojic and Emily Wright in doubles.

SINGLES

1. Daniella Brengelmann SW def. Rosa Rice- Pelepko SC 6-1, 6-2
2. Marija Feller SW def. Alina Tran SC 6-1, 6-2
3. Jelena Bojic SW def. Zoya Tsolmon SC 6-0, 6-1
4. Emily Wright SW def. Lucy Sui SC 6-0, 6-4

DOUBLES

1. Lauren Rutter / Rachel Stevens SC def. Yuanne Corbett / Ellie Allen- Hatch 6-2, 6-0
2. Karen Tien / Molly Mrozek SC def. Lilly Brons / Amy Buswell SW def. 6-3, 7-5
3. Jenny Ahn / Grace Taylor SW def. Bianca Dang / Elizabeth Parsek SC 6-1, 6-2


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Baby Fair Saturday at Northgate


ParentMap's BabyFair is this Saturday, 
May 17 at Northgate Mall! 
Don't miss this fun, FREE family event! RSVP today.

From essential gear to sanity-saving ideas for getting out and finding your parent community, ParentMap's Baby Fair has got you covered.

We will also have fun prizes, activities for toddlers and great family resources provided by:

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Quick Start Shoreline Tuesday

The Tuesday Quick-Start Shoreline Business Workshop for start-up, existing or potential business owners will be held on May 13th from 12 noon to 1:30pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Avenue N.

Quick-Start Shoreline is presented by Shoreline Community College Small Business Accelerator and the City of Shoreline. The sessions are free and open to the public; feel free to bring a brown bag lunch or a snack.


"How Toastmasters can help you improve your business through better speaking techniques."

Come to QuickStart Shoreline Tuesday May 13 to sharpen your impromptu public speaking and presenting communication skills.

One of American’s greatest fears is public speaking. Learn how to overcome your public speaking challenges!

You will learn tips and tricks to improve your confidence and therefor your business.  

We will address:

  • How to communicate effectively in both personal and business settings
  • Impromptu speaking strategies
  • Identifying and controlling fears of public speaking
  • How to give an effective presentation
  • How Toastmasters International can help you be more successful in business


Sarah Nicol and Sadie

Sarah Nicol is a Shoreline resident and multi business owner who has been attending QuickStart Shoreline since the beginning. She and her husband have owned Naknek Seafood, a wholesale seafood business, for eight years. Sarah is also a Dog Trainer and she owns Naturally Driven K9 which has been in business for three years. 

Sarah learned about Toastmasters International two years ago at a QuickStart Shoreline event and joined shortly thereafter. Sarah has largely overcome her fears of public speaking and has learned how to be a more effective communicator which has contributed to her business success.


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National Infrastructure Week kicks off today

Turn on your water faucet and fill a glass. Flush the toilet and all is clean. Wake up your computer and surf the internet. The majority of your daily routines are accomplished thanks to a complex system of nearly invisible infrastructure – ranging from pipes, pumps, power houses, and reservoirs, to wire and cabling networks, structural support systems, and so much more.

National Infrastructure Week kicks off with this Infographic courtesy of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) to give you an idea of just how much infrastructure you use … not on a monthly, weekly, or daily basis, but before noon!


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Sudden spike in pesticide-related illnesses concerns state health officials

There have been 15 potential pesticide drift events resulting in about 60 people getting ill reported to the Washington State Department of Health in the past two months– that’s as many the agency normally sees in a year. 

Since March, the department has received reports that people, primarily orchard workers, have reported getting sick due to exposure to pesticides after what is known as a “drift event.” Drift events can happen when pesticide spray drifts away from its intended area because of wind, or the person spraying isn’t aware that people are in the area. 

The type of illness or injury a person may have after a pesticide exposure varies based on type of chemicals being used, the amount and way in which a person is exposed and a person’s health. Symptoms reported have included eye and respiratory irritation, skin irritation and rashes, headache, nausea, and vomiting. 

More information about pesticides and your health is online on the Department of Health website. You can also find out how to report pesticide misuse as well as information on pesticide-use enforcement online at the Washington State Department of Agriculture


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Annual Richmond Beach Community Garage Sales – Saturday

Annual Richmond Beach Community Garage Sales – Saturday, May 17th from 9am to 4pm. 

Multiple sales throughout the community (west of 8th Ave NW, between Innis Arden and NW 205th St).

Virtual maps are online. Hardcopies of maps will be available at the Richmond Beach Coffee Company, 1442 NW Richmond Beach Rd, starting the day before the sale.

Sponsored by the Richmond Beach Community Association.


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Now showing in Shoreline: Grease the Musical

Older cast in Grease
Courtesy Broadway Bound Children's Theatre

Casts from Broadway Bound Children's Theatre are now performing Grease the musical at the Auditorium of the Shoreline Conference Center, 18560 1st Ave NE (north end of campus)

Show dates run from May 9 to June 8. Tickets are available through Brown Paper Tickets for two versions of the show. The original is as presented on Broadway - Grease tickets.

The school version is shorter and more suitable in content for teens and subteens. This abridged version retains the fun-loving spirit and immortal songs that make Grease a favorite among rock and roll fans of all ages, but removes all profanity, lewd behavior, and Rizzo's Pregnancy scare. Since Rizzo's pregnancy scare is removed, the song "There Are Worst Things I Could Do" is also removed from this edition. Grease School Version tickets.

About Grease the Musical

Here is Rydell High's senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. 
Head "greaser" Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their "Summer Nights" as the rest of the gang sings and dances its way through such songs as "Greased Lightnin'", "It's Raining on Prom Night", "Alone at the Drive-In Movie" recalling the music of Buddy Holly, Little Richard and Elvis Presley that became the soundtrack of a generation. 
An 8-year run on Broadway and two subsequent revivals along with innumerable school and community productions place Grease among the world's most popular musicals.

"Grease" is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

About Broadway Bound Children's Theatre

Broadway Bound Children's Theatre transforms the lives of children ages 5-18 through active participation in theatre arts combining a fun and supportive atmosphere with professional standards. Children of all skill levels and backgrounds are challenged and supported while developing their mental, physical, emotional, social and creative potential through the joy and discipline of live theatre.


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Comedian does Benefit Show to Help Give His Bro A “Leg to Stand UP On”

Comedian Vince Valenzuela
Seattle’s Own Vince Valenzuela and other headliners to perform May 18

Local and nationally recognized comedian and actor Vince Valenzuela will be hosting a comedy fundraiser for his older brother Nick Valenzuela, who needs money urgently for knee and hip joint replacement surgeries.

Other national headliners joining Vince Valenzuela for this great cause include: Susan Rice, Brad Upton, Art Krug, Duane Goad, Joe Vespaziani, and David Crowe. 

Sunday, May 18, 6pm-10pm. 
Silent Auction starts at 6pm, show starts at 7pm.
Shorewood High School Theater, 
17300 Fremont Ave. N., Shoreline, WA 98133
Cost: $20.00 per person

Nick Valenzuela needs a
leg to stand up on
The back story
Unfortunately for Nick, years of lifting and operating heavy equipment took a toll on his once “very strong body”. After reporting injuries to his hip, back and knee in the early 2000’s, Nick’s former employer appealed his hip replacement surgery for 3 years. In 2007, his former employer “forgot to appeal” and the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) finally approved his hip surgery “only”, but never addressed his deteriorating knee and back. 

“He had case worker after case worker with L&I and between his boss and the state, the whole thing was just a nightmare”, Nick’s brother Vince says. 

Since then Nick has even suffered a heart attack, back surgery and worsening conditions in his hip and knee over the years. Doctors now have told Nick it is urgent that he get his knee and hip replaced ASAP. However, due to L&I denying his previous claims, the State denying him disability coverage and the fact that he cannot collect unemployment during his surgeries because he is not of ‘able body to work,’ his medical bills will continue piling up. 

“Despite all the pain and adversity he’s been through, he’s never complained”, said Vince. “I hope this show and fundraising campaign will literally help him “get back on his feet”. 
   
The official web site is Help a Brutha Out and tickets are available online.  To find out more about Nick Valenzuela’s cause or to make a donation see his fundraising website


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Now showing: Shoreline Community College 50th Anniversary at Shoreline Historical Museum

Shoreline Historical Museum
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The newest exhibit at the Shoreline Historical Museum is "A College for the People: Shoreline Community College 50th Anniversary"  

Babies were booming and the community was bursting at the seams - where would all of our children go to college!?  Come and find out how the Ray Howard and other community leaders began this wonderful institution of higher education.

Exhibit runs through January 2015.

The Museum is located at the corner of N 185th and Linden Ave N - 18501 Linden Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133, 206-542-7111.


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Dr. Marshall Raskind - Life Success for Students with Learning Disabilities May 20 at Eastside CHADD

Eastside CHADD provides support and information for families and individuals living with ADHD. 

On Tuesday, May 20, Dr. Marshall Raskind will discuss Life Success for Students with Learning Disabilities: What Does the Research Say?

While acknowledging the importance of “school success,” it is critical not to discount the broader notion of “life success”. Drawing from his own 20-year study that traced the lives of children with learning disabilities from childhood into adulthood, Dr. Marshall Raskind will discuss the factors predictive of positive life outcomes. He will also present a conceptual model for fostering these “success attributes” in youth with learning disabilities.  

Biography
Dr. Marshall Raskind, an educational researcher and consultant, is the former Director of Research and Special Projects at the Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation in San Francisco. He served as Director of Research at the Frostig Center in Pasadena, California. He headed the California State University, Northridge Learning Disability Program and Computer Access Lab. He has served as consulting editor to the Journal of Learning Disabilities, Learning Disability Quarterly, Annals of Dyslexia, Journal of Special Education Technology, and Intervention in School and Clinic. Dr. Raskind is a Fellow and past Vice President of the International Academy for Research in Learning Disabilities, as well as a former member of the Research Committee of the Council for Learning Disabilities, and the Professional Advisory Board of the National Center for Learning Disabilities.

His research interests are in the areas of learning disabilities across the lifespan, factors predictive of “life success,” assistive technology, and most recently, the impact of online social networking on children with learning and attention problems. 

7:00 - 9:00pm, Tuesday, May 20. Evergreen Healthcare (Formerly Evergreen Hospital Medical Center) Surgery and Physicians Center, 12040 NE 128th Street, Kirkland, WA 98034, Room TAN 101 (downstairs).

Doors open at 6:30pm. Please arrive early to volunteer. Eastside CHADD is an all-volunteer group. The presentation will begin promptly at 7:00pm.

CHADD Members Free. Non-Members Suggested Donation $5.


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Shoreline planning commission annual retreat Thursday

Thursday, May 15, 2014 – SPECIAL MEETING
6 pm - NOTE TIME
Council Chamber

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified of a SPECIAL MEETING of the Shoreline Planning Commission.

The purpose of this meeting is to conduct a Planning Commission Retreat.


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Home sales in Shoreline April 2014

These sales are typical of homes sold in their price range in Shoreline during April 2014.

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Shorewood football parents meeting May 22


Players and parents of Shorewood football participants are invited to an information meeting on Thursday, May 22, 7:30pm at Shoreline Stadium, 18560 1st Avenue (enter from N 185th).

Includes 8th graders (and their parents) who are interested in playing next season.


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McDermott staff at Edmonds Library Wednesday to hear citizen concerns

Two members of the staff of Congressman Jim McDermott will be at the Edmonds Branch of the Sno-Isle Libraries on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 to hear about the matters that concern citizens and provide any necessary assistance with issues that involve federal agencies.

If you are having an issue with Social Security, Medicare, the IRS, or any other federal agency, my office is ready and willing to work with you to address the problem. My staff regularly works with these agencies to ensure that our constituents receive the proper service and benefits that they deserve.

Staff will be available from 12pm-2pm on Wednesday, May 14, and all constituents in the area are invited to speak with them about the issues you want to see addressed.

The library is located at 650 Main St, Edmonds, WA 98020. If you have any questions, contact McDermott's District Office at 206-553-7170.

Congressman McDermott represents Washington's 7th District which includes all of Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Woodway, and parts of Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, Seattle, Burien and Normandy Park. 


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Shorewood opens District baseball tournament with Saturday victory over Marysville Getchell

Sunday, May 11, 2014

Thunderbird Max Wagner dives into 3rd base to beat the throw.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Shorewood opened play in the Northwest District 3A baseball tournament Saturday with a 10-0 home victory over Marysville Getchell in a game shortened to five innings by the Mercy rule.

Shorewood takes a 19-2 overall record into a tournament semifinal game with Glacier Peak (11-10) Tuesday at 7pm at Meridian Park School. The game will follow a 4pm semifinal game between Marysville-Pilchuck (16-5) and Mountlake Terrace (12-9).

Shorewood’s Ian Oxnevad hits a infield line drive.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

The semifinal winners will meet Saturday at 2pm at Meridian Park for the District championship and the district’s No. 1 and No. 2 berths in the regional round of the State 3A tournament. The Tuesday losers play in Wednesday elimination games with the winners of those games playing Saturday at 11am for the district’s No. 3 State berth.

Shorewood pitcher, Sam Boone, faces the first batter
who popped up to left field for the first out.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

In Shorewood’s Saturday tournament victory over Marysville Getchell, Jacob Bockelie had two hits, with a double and four runs batted in for the Thunderbirds. Teammate Kory Longaker added three hits, including a triple, and three RBI. Ian Oxnevad hit a double. Winning pitcher Sam Boone improved his record to 7-0.

Earlier, the T-birds had finished their regular season with a 4-1 home victory over Marysville-Pilchuck Tuesday. Boone was the winning pitcher. Shorewood teammate Harrison Jacobs hit a double.

Shorewood’s Spencer Jacobs, number 4, receives a “way to go”
from team mate Avery Foltz after crossing home plate for a score.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

With the Tuesday victory over Marysville-Pilchuck, Shorewood finished its regular season with a 15-2 Western Conference 3A record. The Shorewood junior varsity lost 8-3 at Pilchuck to finish with a 14-4 Wesco 3A record (16-4 overall).

Shorewood 4, Marysville-Pilchuck 1
At Meridian Park School, Tuesday, May 6

Marysville Pilchuck -- 000 001 0—1 4 1
Shorewood ----------- 013 000 x—4 7 2

Anderson and Valencia, Sam Boone, Ian Oxnevad (5), Andy Carpenter (7) and Jacob Bockelie

Shorewood shortstop, Arthur Pate, throws to first
and makes the last out of the game.
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Shorewood 10, Marysville Getchell 0 (5)
At Meridian Park, Saturday, May 10

Marysville Getchell -- 000 00x x — 0 1 0
Shorewood ----------- 040 6xx x — 10 8 1

Faucett, Korte (4), Lechner (4) and Gardlin.
Sam Boone, Ben Tracey (4), Cole McKisson (5) and Jacob Bockelie.

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Parkwood Neighborhood Association meets Wednesday

Join the Parkwood Neighborhood Association at their monthly meeting, this Wednesday May 14.

Shoreline Police Outreach Officer Steve Perry will be the guest speaker. 

He'll be discussing:
  • Shoreline Watch (block watch program)
  • Crime stats
  • Current police department focus
  • Overall staffing levels and what that allows them to do
  • Community policing through neighborhoods

The Parkwood Neighborhood Association (PNA) meets the second Wednesday of every month (except August), from 7-9pm at the Aegis library, 14900 1st Avenue NE, on the 2nd floor. Guest speakers start at 7:30pm after our neighborhood business meeting.

The Parkwood neighborhood is bounded by
Aurora, N 160th, I-5, and N 145th
All who live or work in that area are invited to participate


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Donate blood Tuesday in Lake Forest Park



There will be a Blood Drive in Lake Forest Park on Tuesday, May 13 at the Lake Forest Park Town Center. 


Blood Drive in Lake Forest Park
Tuesday, May 13th
Times: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(Closed for lunch 1 p.m. -2 p.m.)
LFP Town Center/3rd Place Books, lower parking area

Donors are needed! A little time will make a world of difference to someone in serious need. No registration necessary – Drop Ins welcome!

Treats donated by Great Harvest Bread Company. 

The Puget Sound Blood Center is asking the community to GIVE TWICE this summer. To thank and honor those donors committed to give twice are eligible to receive a free GIVE TWICE COOKBOOK. You may even want to submit a unique and delicious recipe! Call the Puget Sound Blood Center at 1-800-398-7888 or online for more details.


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Crime in Shoreline A-Z - Data theft at Catholic Archdiocese continues to claim victims

Shoreline Police Station
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Crime in Shoreline A - Z
4-15 to 4-21-2014

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 broke pint glass over head of victim at Viking Bar and Grill / Shoplifter assaults mini-mart owner who confronted him 1437 Richmond Beach Rd

Bicycle - Bicycle stolen from front porch 198xx 5th NE / Neighbor called in suspicious activity across the street - thief stole bicycle and other items from front yard at 183xx Ashworth

Burglary - Two computers stolen from apartment at 145xx Whitman N / 161xx Densmore - burglar drilled a hole in window frame and used a thin stick to push the rod out of the sliding door. Owners are in Arizona for the winter / Burglar attempted entry at 9xx NE 167th but was scared off by the occupant / Burglars pried the lock off the sun room door at 12xx NE 168th / Attempted entry at 18xx N 205th / Teenaged suspects enter home through kitchen window - unknown if anything taken / 170xx 3rd NE pressure washer stolen from garage

Car prowl - Vehicle in parking lot at San Maru restaurant on Aurora / 3xx N 148 vehicle in residential driveway / Child left their tablet in view in car parked at Shoreline Library - window smashed and tablet taken, leaving other valuables untouched / 13xx N 175th / Autumn Ridge Apts parking lot

Cars and parts stolen – Speakers removed from car at Forest Hills Apts / Vehicle theft 1xx N 168th / Vehicle stolen 167xx N Park / While on vacation, someone stole victim's vehicle from his locked garage

Found - Stolen vehicles found at 199th and Ashworth / Left stolen vehicle at 25xx NE 195th Pl / Costco employee saw someone stashing property in bushes near parking lot

Fraud - 8 different Residents' SSNs used to file fraudulent income tax return, probably from Catholic Archdiocese data theft / Attempted the car repair scam by Fred Meyer (suspects have been arrested)

Larceny - Figurine stolen from front porch 198xx 5th NE / iPad stolen from purse at Shorecrest / Grill stolen from patio at Ballinger Homes / Car window smashed at SCC parking 

Larceny, shoplifting - Female shoplifter caught at Home Depot named her male accomplice / Concealed items and left from Home Depot

Mail theft - none this week

Suspicious - Car tires slashed - victim suspects ex-boyfriend / 14xx NW 185 neighbor saw two males walking down driveway of vacationing neighbors' home

Trespass - From Home Depot / Arrested for criminal trespass and shoplifting Aurora Safeway / Subject high on narcotics sent to detox and trespassed from Shari's restaurant 

Vandalism - Tags on guardrail N Greenwood Dr / 175th and 8th NE tags on property / 23xx N 180 someone put sugar in gas tank of vehicle in residential neighborhood 

Vandalism, parks, schools - 16800 block of Midvale - tagging on Interurban Trail / Tags on condemned gym at Aldercrest Annex

Z - Police contacted a suspect in car thefts at Ballinger Commons but he got away on a bicycle

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Tune up your guitars - buskers wanted for Shoreline Arts Festival

Photo by Jerry Pickard

24th Annual Shoreline Arts Festival, June 28 and 29
Call for Buskers

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is looking for buskers who can perform outside to entertain the crowds in the Artist Marketplace during the 24th Annual Shoreline Arts Festival.

They encourage young performers and veteran buskers alike to share their talents with neighbors and friends on the brand new buskers stage. 

Gig is unpaid, but tips should be better than average in this art and music loving festival crowd. Selling CDs is encouraged, you will receive pre-event publicity. If you are well received this has the option of turning into a paid stage gig next year.

If interested, email Lorie Hoffman, Arts Council Marketing Manager, with a sample of your work by May 16. Please no amplification. 


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Open House Workshop on May 13 regarding Kenmore’s Transportation Element update

Community members are invited to participate in an open house workshop on Kenmore’s update of the Transportation Element in the City’s Comprehensive Plan.

The workshop will be held from 6:30-8:00pm on Tuesday, May 13 in Kenmore’s City Hall, located at 18120 68th Ave NE, Kenmore. A presentation will be given at 7pm.

At the workshop, City staff and the consultant team will share some background about the Comprehensive Plan’s Transportation Element, as well as ways to accommodate walking, biking, riding transit, and driving in the future.

They will be seeking your questions, comments and input on whether they have identified the right facilities to accommodate each of these modes and how their plan can best serve future travel needs in Kenmore.

The Planning Commission is currently working on updating the Transportation Element and will be developing a recommendation to present to the City Council later in the fall.  If you have questions, contact Debbie Bent, Community Development Director, at 425-398-8900.


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Candidate filing starts Monday

By Evan Smith

Candidates start filing Monday for positions on the Aug. 5 primary and Nov. 4 general-election ballots.

Candidates file on line or in person at either the King County elections office in Renton or the secretary of state’s office in Olympia Monday, May 12 through Friday, May 16.

On-line filing and in-person filing are essentially the same because, when candidates come in to file, elections officials direct them to a computer connected to the state or county elections web site.

Candidates for county and local offices and for legislative positions in districts lying entirely within the county file through the county elections office. Candidates for congress, for statewide offices and for legislative districts that cross county lines file with the secretary of state.

Local ballots will include the State Senate positions now held by Maralyn Chase in the 32nd Legislative District and David Frockt in the 46th District; the State House of Representatives positions held by Ruth Kagi and Cindy Ryu in the 32nd District, and by Jessyn Farrell and Gerry Pollet in the 46th District, and the Shoreline District Court positions now held by Marcine Anderson and Douglas J. Smith.

Candidates for Democratic and Republican precinct committee officer also file during the Monday-through-Friday period.

Elections officials have offered candidates the chance to file by mail since April 28.

A county elections official said a few weeks ago that candidates who filed early by mail get no advantage since officials don’t open their filing material until the official filing period starts.

The official said that candidates who file on line have control of their information, something that mail candidates lose because someone else enters it into the computer system.

Elections officials hold the lot draw that determines ballot order right after filing ends Friday afternoon.

Candidates can withdraw their names from the ballot through May 19. Candidates who withdraw don’t get their filing fees back. A candidate who withdraws from one position and files for another loses the first filing fee.

Candidates can file as registered write-in candidates for the primary May 19 through July 18 and for the general election May 19 through Oct. 17.

A registered write-in candidate has his or her votes counted even with minor misspellings or a missing or erroneous party preference. Registered write-in candidates pay the same fee as candidates who register for ballot position – 1 percent of the position’s annual salary.

In 2012, a candidate registered as a write-in candidate against an otherwise unopposed incumbent in a nearby legislative district, and, by placing second in the primary with at least 1 percent of votes cast for the position, qualified for the general-election ballot as a Republican challenger to the Democratic incumbent.

Evan Smith can be reached at schsmith@frontier.com.


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Shoreline Concert Band in performance May 20

The Shoreline Concert Band performs on May 20, 7:30pm at Shorewood High School Performing Arts Center.

Staff Sergeant Ellen Dooley from the President’s Own U.S. Marine Band in Washington DC will be performing with them.

On the program will be Shoreline Concert Band, Einstein Middle School Wind Ensemble taught by the Shoreline Teacher of the year, Frank Halferty, and the U of Washington Campus Band

Special guest conductor will be former SCC Professor and now Mayor David Earling of Edmonds.


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Listening Event with members of local Bosnian community

Shoreline Bosnian Mosque
Photo DKH

All are invited to a gathering on May 16th, Friday evening at 7 pm, where Vineyard Community Church and Peace Catalyst International will host a Listening Event featuring a multi-generational team of Bosnians.

The Bosnian community of the Puget Sound, one of the NW’s newest Muslim immigrant communities, bring a richness of oral history, stories from the time of genocide in their country from 1992-1995, as well as reflections on being refugees in the USA.

The Shoreline mosque will be hosting a Remembrance event in mid July.

Please join us in this opportunity to honor and listen to our Bosnian neighbors and friends.

Vineyard Community Church meets at Trinity Presbyterian Church at 1315 N 160th St, Shoreline, WA 98133, where this event will be held. For more information email Leigh Harvey.


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Memorial services Friday for Laura Elwell Castellow

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Laura Elwell Castellow
Laura Elwell Castellow
March 15, 1925 – April 23, 2014

Laura Jane Elwell was born in Seattle, the third of four children born to Lottie Lewis and Irvin Wetzel Elwell. She was equal parts high society and a roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen gal. Laura was a force to be reckoned with, yet a true lady, loving mother and mother-in-law, doting grandmother, wife and role model. She enjoyed an idyllic youth growing up in the Blue Ridge neighborhood and later Capitol Hill, spending summers at the family beach home in Kingston. It is there that she learned to sail and fish, creating memories of abundant sea harvests and beach BBQs that stayed with her throughout her life.

Laura graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1943 and attended the University of Washington where she joined Delta Zeta Sorority, an affiliation that brought her cherished friends and wonderful opportunities throughout her life. Laura first honed her consummate organizing skills by founding a USO program on campus to help returning soldiers re-engage in civilian society, recruiting students from throughout the University to participate. Upon graduating with a degree in Chinese, Laura went to Los Angeles to attend the National Broadcasting Company’s Radio Broadcasting program where she had the opportunity to work with some of the top radio personalities of the time. She returned to Seattle in 1949 and went to work with the FBI where she met her husband of 50 years, the dashing agent and southern gentleman oddly named Rubaiyat Browning “Cas” Castellow. When Cas received a notice of transfer to Los Angeles, they decided to get married. Their two sons, Richard and Charles were born there, but she never considered it “home.” Next stop was Walla Walla, a move engineered to get the family back to Seattle as soon as possible. They returned to Seattle in 1958 and settled in what is now Shoreline.

Laura dedicated herself to raising her boys, serving on all their schools’ PTAs, usually assuming the presidency. Her years of dedication were recognized with the Golden Acorn Award. Laura was a natural leader and would come to power quickly, generally the result of her demanding more from the group and them relinquishing control to her. That is how she found herself running the Shoreline School District Ski School, offering up her unsolicited opinions and then finding herself in charge. She ran the ski school for 38 years, growing it into one of the largest and most respected at Stevens Pass and accommodating generations of snow sports enthusiasts while never taking up the sport herself. To make it easier, she talked Cas into purchasing land in Skykomish and worked with her sons to build a cabin in 1970. Next time you hit the slopes, take a run for Laura -- top to bottom – grinning all the way!

Fall meant Husky football season where her tailgating prowess was legendary. In fact, she enjoyed the pre-game far more than the actual one and her enthusiasm never faded throughout her 50 years of attendance. Being a woman of opinion and a staunch supporter of the democratic process, politics also held great interest for her. In between Husky games, PTA, ski school and watching her sons’ bicycle races at Marymoor’s Velodrome Park, Laura served as precinct chair and state convention delegate, She also was campaign manager for several candidates, never wishing to run on her own, even though encouraged to do so. Her final political campaign was working to ensure unincorporated Shoreline became its own city and was not absorbed into Seattle. 

Throughout her lifetime, she remained involved in her sorority, holding various positions on its Corporation Board (naturally, including president), managing its extensive remodel and pulling off a coup to purchase additional land for expansion before the notorious U District slum lords even knew it was available.

But none of her achievements matched the all-consuming joy of the birth of her twin granddaughters, Kelsey and Kaitlyn. She was a doting grandmother who would drop everything to be with them and attend their activities, including offering to ride along during the learner-permit years.

Laura is predeceased by her parents, her siblings -- Irvin Jr., Charlotte and Lee -- and her husband, Cas. She is survived by her sons, Richard (Jacky), and Charles (Maurine Jeude), granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Kelsey, step-mother, Carol Pomeroy Elwell and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 6215 196th St SW, in Lynnwood, at 2pm on Friday, May 16th with reception following.

Laura’s beloved sorority, Delta Zeta, is having its local Centennial Celebration this year. If you would like to honor her with a donation, the family requests it be dedicated to the Centennial Fund in her name, where donations will go to the DZ Foundation and the UW Speech and Hearing Sciences department. Checks should be made payable to Delta Zeta and sent to Centennial fund/Laura Castellow, c/o Kristin Hillblom, 5701 1/2 17th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107.


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Home sales in Lake Forest Park April 2014

These sales are typical of homes sold in their price range in Lake Forest Park during April 2014.

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Extended Farmers Market Hours at The Gallery at Town Center


Eat Local, Wear Local.

The Gallery at Town Center will be open on most Sundays this summer from 11am-4pm during the Lake Forest Park Farmer's Market. Come pursue the goods at the Market and then join us in the Gallery for a selection of handmade jewelry, clothing, art and crafts made by over 80 local artists. 

Are you looking for a unique gift for a loved one? Do you want something beautiful in your home?

Then the Gallery at Town Center is the place for you. The gallery is located inside on the lower level of the Lake Forest Park Town Center, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155.

Normal Gallery Hours:
  • Tuesday - Saturday: Noon-5pm
Special Farmer's Market Hours:
  • Sunday: 11am-4pm
For information regarding gallery shows or hours contact the Gallery Manager, Lisa Palmatier. Call the gallery at 206-588-8332

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. Proceeds from the Gallery at Town Center help fund these programs and events.


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Richmond Beach pre-school adding afternoon classes


Kangaroos, lambs, doves and lions are living in harmony every morning at a Richmond Beach pre-school and kindergarten. Starting this fall, they can also learn and have fun in the afternoons.  

First Lutheran Preschool and Kindergarten is adding afternoon classes from 1 to 3:30pm for children ages 3 and 4 and from 1 to 4 for pre-kindergarten from the day after Labor Day through the second week of June.

Parents of preschoolers are invited to take a tour now and spend a day with their children to enroll for fall classes.Tours are Mondays through Thursdays from 9am to 4pm.

Kangaroos must turn 2 between March 1 and September 1 and a Kangaroo parent is required to attend school with their child. Lambs are between 2 and 3 years old and classes are scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Doves must be 3 by August 31 and Lions must be 4 by that date. Children who are 5 by the start of the school year are enrolled for the five-day kindergarten program.

Teacher Nancy Malek of Shoreline describes the curriculum as “play-based as a first time away from parents with an emphasis on self-esteem and safety.”

In addition to preparing children for first grade, the school features faith-based learning and has an all-female staff of 10 teachers, a director and an assistant. It is accredited through the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and all faiths, races, are welcome. The program has been underway since 1972 and boasts low staff turnover.

“Our goal is to prepare the children for kindergarten or first grade … socially and educationally with a school routine,” explains Karen Beasley, pre-school director.

Beasley further explained that each child enjoys daily fresh air play time with a myriad of playground of equipment and tricycles and there is a focus on nutrition, physical fitness, personal hygiene and independence. Curriculum focuses on developmentally appropriate large and small motor skills with add-on enrichment classes in music, movement,  cooking, science and Spanish. Creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and an awareness of the five senses also are a strong part of the curriculum.

The school is located at 18354 8th Avenue NW, Shoreline. To schedule a tour, call 206-546-0320 or email.  More information at the church website.


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