Power outage in central Shoreline

Friday, June 27, 2014

A power outage affecting customers in central Shoreline is expected to be resolved during the evening hours of Friday, June 27.

As of 9pm, there were two outage areas affecting 396 customers.


The main outage was apparently caused by a serious traffic accident on Meridian Ave N between 198th and 200th, which took down a power pole.


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Going to the Arts Festival? Have a good, hearty breakfast first

Hokulani Hula Dancers perform
Hawaiian, Maori, and Tahitian dances
Breakfast will be served at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center dining room from 8:30am to noon during this weekend’s Arts Festival, June 28 and 29.

Before you head out for the many activities throughout the conference center you can enjoy some pretty nifty choices from the breakfast menu: pancakes (apple cinnamon or blueberry) French Toast, sausages, scrambled eggs, The Shoreline Scramble and more!

Also, during the festival, the Senior Center’s thrift shop, The Bargain Corner, will be open during festival hours. (10-6 Saturday, 10-5 Sunday). There is a shop special going on: buy two clothing items at regular price; get one of equal or less value FREE!

On Saturday, after you’ve had your amazing breakfast, go to the Shoreline Room to hear our Senior Singers at 10:45am. This group of beautiful singers is the festival entertainment’s opening act. They have worked hard to present a fun, musical program.

Kupuna dancers will perform at the
Shoreline Arts Festival this weekend
At 1:00pm, The Hokulani Hula Dancers and the Kupunas will be performing. Dancers range in age from 3 to 94, and are performing traditional hulas representing the islands of Hawaii as well Tahitian and Maori dances.
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The Senior Center is located in the southern-most building of the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE #1; 206-365-1536. Learn more about the center and what it can offer the seniors of our community on-line.


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Poem: Count Your Blessings Day by Day

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Count Your Blessings Day by Day:

As you live your life,
Be thankful for the good things going on,
Count your blessings day by day!

Make it a daily practice,
To give thanks for your blessings,
As you live your life each day!

When you arise each day be thankful that,
You can tie your own shoes, brush your own teeth, etc.,
Count your blessings day by day!

Each day, appreciate your many blessings and
Value seeing, hearing, tasting, thinking and breathing,
As you live your life each day!

Many, many folks go on with their lives,
Without a clue as to how lucky they are!
Count your blessings day by day!

There’s a lot of things that go wrong in your life!
On the other hand, there’s a lot that goes right.
As you live your life, 
Count your blessings day by day!

©2012 Robert J. Barta


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City of Kenmore receives 2014 Municipal Excellence Award

Kenmore City Hall

The City of Kenmore was awarded the 2014 Municipal Excellence Award for Process Streamlining from the Association of Washington Cities. Kenmore is the only city to have received this award two years in a row.

“We are thrilled to be recognized for our lean management work,” said Rob Karlinsey, Kenmore’s city manager. “This was a collaborative effort between the City and the building community and optimizes our permitting processing for land-use and engineering.”

Kenmore’s Development Services Department anticipates saving 722 hours from the permitting process as a result of this lean implementation. The City worked with Results Driven and relevant city personnel to find areas of opportunity for lean management improvements. The project culminated with a daylong lean exercise that included internal team members and local partners from the building community.

“The City is committed to continuing its work to provide an efficient, competitive permitting process,” Karlinsey also stated. “We hope our no nonsense permitting process will be attractive to many developers and builders as our region continues to grow.”

The Association of Washington Cities provides support for cities and towns throughout Washington State. This is the 24th year for the Association of Washington Cities’ Municipal Excellence Awards, which aim to recognize innovative projects that significantly improve the quality of life for citizens, establish partnerships and build community support.

The City of Kenmore accepted the award on June 20 during the AWC’s Annual Conference in Spokane.


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Good deeds keep us young

Display at the Bargain Corner at the Senior Center

Good deeds keep us young …that’s the word from researchers at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana in an article from the First for Women magazine shared by the Senior Center.

They compared the health of adults who volunteered just a few times a year with those who never volunteered.

The finding: volunteers had 15 percent lower levels of C-reactive protein, an inflammation marker that rises with age and is linked to rheumatoid arthritis and cardiovascular disease.

Study author Seoyoun Kim credits volunteers’ younger biological profiles to the physical activity, sense of purpose and social interaction that come from giving back, all of which have been shown to ease inflammation causing stress.

The Senior Center is in need of volunteers for these positions:

  • Karaoke/Bingo needs licensed liquor Servers.  
  • Karaoke/Bingo needs Kitchen Service Assistance.  
  • Front Desk Receptionists 
  • Bargain Corner Thrift Shop
  • Kitchen Helpers Needed
  • Knitters and Crocheters  

Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155
206-365-1536


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NUHSA signs up 100 Shorecrest students at volunteer fair

Thursday, June 26, 2014

Children's Hospital talks to Shorecrest
Students about their work
Volunteerism took over the lunch period on June 16, 2014 at Shorecrest High School. Agencies like Center for Human Services, Turning Point, Olive Crest, and others could be found in the hallways and the cafeteria for the "Make Your Mark": Volunteer Local Fair.

Crista staff had a booth at the
Shorecrest volunteer fair
Over 100 students signed up for volunteer opportunities for the summer months. It's safe to say they're well on their way to completing their required 40 hours of community service!

Teachers and staff also joined in the event.

"We were delighted to see so many connections being made. If you weren't able to take part this year, do not fret! NUHSA and Shorecrest are both looking forward to next year's volunteer fair."

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Closures on SR 520, I-5 and special events could hamper weekend traffic


If you are headed into Seattle, plan ahead for a weekend packed with major road closures, baseball games, a downtown parade, and a Cher concert.

Beginning Friday, June 27, contractor crews working for WSDOT will begin weekend-long closures of the State Route 520 floating bridge and two lanes of northbound Interstate 5 at the West Seattle Freeway.

Here’s what’s happening (all roadways will open by 5 a.m. Monday, June 30) 
  • 10 p.m. Friday: The two left lanes of northbound I-5 at the West Seattle Freeway close to replace the left half of seven aging expansion joints. No ramps will be closed. 
  • 11 p.m. Friday: Both directions of the SR 520 floating bridge will be closed between Montlake Boulevard and Interstate 405 for annual maintenance inspection and concrete pouring on the West Connection Bridge and Eastside Transit and HOV Projects. 
  • 11 p.m. Friday: The intersection of Northup Way and 108th Avenue Northeast in Bellevue will be closed for improvements. 
Maintenance on Northbound I-5 at the Ship Canal Bridge 
  • Sunday, June 28 - Two right lanes of northbound I-5 on the Ship Canal Bridge will close from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. One lane will remain closed until 4 p.m. WSDOT maintenance crews will be performing bridge deck repair during the closure. 
A number of special events in Seattle this weekend will add to travel times and traffic congestion.
  • Friday, June 27: The Mariners open a three-game series at Safeco Field against Cleveland at 7:10 p.m. 
  • Saturday, June 28: The second game of the Mariners/Indians series begins at 7:10 p.m., and a Cher concert at Key Arena begins at 8 p.m. 
  • Sunday, June 29: The Seattle Pride Parade will close the southbound I-5 exit-only ramp to Union Street from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., and the Mariners/Indians series wraps up beginning at 1:10 p.m.

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Mike Harbour appointed as Acting CEO of Sound Transit

Mike Harbour, Acting CEO
Sound Transit
The Sound Transit Board has officially designated Sound Transit Deputy CEO Mike Harbour as Acting CEO as Joni Earl continues her medical leave. Earl is recovering from surgeries due to a brain injury from a blood vessel leakage on the brain.

"As Joni recovers she has the Sound Transit Board's strong support," said Sound Transit Board Chair and King County Executive Dow Constantine. "Mike Harbour has our complete confidence in this role to keep Sound Transit on track to serve our region's commuters."

Harbour has been Deputy CEO since October, 2012. 

"Joni is uncertain when she may return so she supports this Board action to keep Sound Transit focused on moving forward," Harbour said. "We are very well positioned to continue making critical investments in the region's transportation system. I am honored to step into this role until Joni returns and want to relay her appreciation for our support as she recovers."

Upcoming priorities include preparing to launch construction of the East Link light rail extension in 2015 and opening of University Link in early 2016, which is six to nine months ahead of schedule and about $150 million under budget. 

The Northgate and South 200th light rail extensions are also in full construction. In the coming months the agency will advance planning, environmental review and design work for building light rail extensions to Lynnwood and Kent /Des Moines and establishing a shovel-ready plan to reach Federal Way. Overall, Sound Transit is on track to deliver 34 miles of light rail extensions by 2023.

The Board is also updating the regional transit Long-Range Plan this year and exploring options for further mass transit expansions after existing projects are complete.


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Shoreline School District receives national awards for communications

The Shoreline School District has received three national awards for communications from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA).


The District received a 2014 NSPRA Golden Achievement Award for communications relating to the dedication and community open house at Shorewood High School.

The NSPRA Golden Achievement Awards program is one of the most prestigious honors for education public relations. It recognizes exemplary public relations activities, programs and projects in school districts nationwide. The award judges honor outstanding achievement in the four steps of a public relations program - analysis, planning, communication and evaluation. Each entry was judged individually against these awards criteria.

This is the third time in five years the District has received a Golden Achievement Award from NSPRA. Only three districts in Washington were honored this year.

The new Shorewood was dedicated Oct. 12, 2013 during a community open house attended by more than 1,500 people.

District Public Information Officer Craig Degginger coordinated the communications for the event, which was planned by a committee of staff, parents, alumni and community members.


The District also received awards from NSPRA for the District website and for the quarterly printed report to the community, Flagship.

This year the website added a new online calendar, Tandem, which allows the community to subscribe to events in any District school. More than 15,000 have subscribed to Tandem in its first year. Tandem is available here. Shoreline was the only district in the state to be honored by NSPRA for its website. Brent Degenhardt is the Webmaster.

Flagship, which is edited by Craig Degginger, is mailed to homes throughout Shoreline and Lake Forest Park. Flagship also received an Award of Excellence from the Washington School Public Relations Association.


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Irons Brothers Construction opens new Shoreline showroom

From left, Maria Wilson, Joseph Irons, Melissa Irons, Scarlet Haney
cut the ribbon for the new showroom in North City

A beautiful new 1600 square foot showroom was the centerpiece on June 19 of the 15th anniversary celebration for Irons Brothers Construction in Shoreline.

In 1999, when Joseph Irons started his own business, he was dedicated to providing a building experience unlike any other. Now, with dozens of local and national awards and hundreds of happy clients, Irons Brothers Construction has fulfilled its founder’s expectations and is looking forward to what lies ahead.

Located at 1510 NE 170th St #2, Shoreline 98155, 206-306-7767, in North City, the new “Design + Build Center” is testimony to the company’s success, dreams, meticulous planning and its eye to the future.

“There isn’t much we don’t have on display,” Irons said. “From hi-tech lighting control features and shades to cabinets and countertops, custom mill work, paint finishes, flooring, doors and windows, we make sure our clients see the complete picture.”

Original planning for the new showroom began in 2009 when the need for an interactive client experience became apparent. With the downturn of the economy, the project was put on hold. In 2011 the planning heated back up again, in time for the showroom to be completed for the 15th anniversary celebration.

One of the main areas of Irons expertise is working with aging-in-place clientele:
 “Universal design standards are used to help homeowners plan for the future, incorporating items such as transition-free flooring and using tasteful grab bars, lever handles and switches, all within the framework of the home’s design, making it more user friendly for all ages,” Irons explained.

Irons, who originally worked alongside his older brother, Bruce, incorporated in 2004 as business began to grow and additional employees were hired.

Today, Irons Brothers Construction manages multiple projects with seven full time employees, including a Director of Client Services, Maria Wilson, who has extensive, hands-on experience in construction and client relations.



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Emergency Communications Team in Shoreline during Arts Festival

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Communications Mobile Command Vehicle
Photo Copyright Marc Weinberg.jpg

Public Demonstration and Practice of Emergency Communications 11am June 28 - 11am June 29 in the field next to the Spartan Gym at the Shoreline Center.

The Oso disaster is a vivid reminder that emergencies can happen close to home. Shoreline has a team of Emergency Communication specialists that you don’t often see. But now is your chance to have a look at what they do and how you could easily become part of that. Talk with the people who will assist the City of Shoreline, the Fire Department, The Police, Emergency Shelters, and the schools and neighborhoods where we all live. This could be during a snow storm, flood, explosion, major fire, or the earthquake we often talk about. You name it and when the city needs help this team will be there. You can be there too!

Come meet the people, your neighbors, who are trained and  prepared to help. Talk with them and see their equipment. You may have an opportunity to even try some of their radios. It is an important part of providing a valuable community service. It’s also a fun group of people who will welcome your interest and within a few months you could be communicating on a radio and part of this team. To learn more about this go to the Shoreline Auxiliary Communication Service website.   

See you there…..Saturday, June 27, 11AM to Sunday, June 28. 


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Adults invited to attend an All-You-Can-Eat BBQ to benefit the Dale Turner Family YMCA


Can’t wait for the 4th of July barbecue? You’re in luck! Leny’s Place is hosting an all-you-can-eat BBQ on Saturday, June 28, from 1:00pm - dusk at 2219 N 56th St in North Seattle. All proceeds benefit the Dale Turner Family YMCA

Summertime is all about enjoying the outdoors, spending quality time with family and friends and enjoying good food and drinks. Adults, ages 21 and older, are invited to partake in a brisket, pork shoulder, fresh salmon, and pork ribs extravaganza at Leny’s Place. Bring your friends and your appetite.
The Dale Turner Family Y Associate Executive, Brian McLaughlin emphasizes, “This is the event we wait for all year long! It’s a blast and a great opportunity to enjoy awesome food and wonderful company while supporting the Dale Turner Y at the same time.”

The mission of the YMCA is to promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The spacious 52,000-square-foot Dale Turner Family YMCA facility features a two-level parking garage, a gym, a four-lane, 25-yard pool, men's and women's locker rooms, and an upstairs weight and fitness area. 

Purchase tickets at Leny’s Place or contact Brian McLaughlin, Associate Executive, 206.569.7002. Presale tickets are $20 and tickets purchased at the door are $25. All proceeds go to the Dale Turner Family YMCA. 


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King County Council unanimously approves motion to address risk of shipping oil by rail

On Monday, the King County Council unanimously passed legislation directing emergency officials to study the risks of transporting petroleum products by rail and to prepare for possible accidents.

“We have seen the tragic results of catastrophic oil train derailments in other regions. With shipments of Bakken formation crude on the rise through King County, we must be prepared,” said Councilmember Rod Dembowski, author of the motion and Chair of the Council’s Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee. “It is important that we are ready to respond to any disaster that may threaten lives, our environment, or cause major disruption to our regional economy. King County is home to the spine of our regional rail infrastructure, which is critically important to our shipping and manufacturing sectors.”

The adopted motion calls on King County’s Office of Emergency Management to review and revise the County’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan — in consultation with federal, state, and regional emergency response agencies, and with input from the rail carriers operating in Washington State — to specifically address the risk from increased transport of Bakken formation petroleum by rail through King County.

The motion also calls on the Office of Emergency Management to explore coordinating multijurisdictional emergency preparedness training activities, to prepare local first responders to safely handle any derailment, accidental spill or fire.

Rail carriers currently transport millions of barrels of oil a year through King County, on its way to refineries in northwest Washington. As one of the closest options for refining Bakken formation petroleum, Washington is expected to continue to see high volumes of oil transported by rail.


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Introductory statement from unopposed Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu

By Evan Smith

Incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu will be unopposed on the Aug. 5 primary ballot.

She also will be unopposed on the Nov. 4 general-election ballot unless someone registers as a write-in candidate by July 18 and finishes second in the primary with at least 1 percent of the primary vote. As of Monday, no one had declared a write-in candidacy.

Ryu is seeking a third two-year term in the State House of Representatives.

Here is her introductory campaign statement:

32nd District State Representative Pos. 1
Cindy Ryu (Prefers Democratic Party)

A Washingtonian since 1969, I am honored to represent the people of Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace (west of I-5), south Edmonds, unincorporated Snohomish County, Woodway, Shoreline, and northwest Seattle. My priorities are to fully fund public education and protect consumers, working families, and the environment while ensuring safety of our communities. We must pass a construction budget and transportation package. Our state is growing, and we need to build classrooms while fixing aging bridges, highways and surface streets. Our economic recovery should not be bogged down by traffic gridlock. Endorsed by Democrats and the Sierra Club, and many others. 

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


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Ronald Wastewater Assumption Committee meets Thursday morning

Ronald Wastewater Assumption Committee of Elected Officials Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2014 from 9:00am – 10:30am, Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133, Conference Rm 104.

The Committee of Elected Officials (CEO) consists of City of Shoreline Councilmembers Doris McConnell and Chris Roberts, and Ronald Wastewater Commissioners Robert Ransom and Gretchen Atkinson.

The committee meets the fourth Thursday of each month. 

Meeting schedule and agenda here. There is no provision for public comment at the meetings.

For more information, see the Ronald Wastewater Assumption Webpage.


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Recreation Scholarship Reimbursements offered to qualified Lake Forest Park residents

Spring/SummerRecreation Guide
The City of Lake Forest Park offers scholarship reimbursements to residents who participate in Shoreline recreation programs and meet certain qualification criteria.

The City offers scholarship reimbursements for eligible youth and specialized recreation participants. The City will reimburse eligible residents who are registered and attend cultural, recreation, and aquatic programs and camps.

The City will reimburse each qualified Lake Forest Park resident up to $50 per quarter for fall, winter and spring and up to $100 for summer quarter.


Reminder to residents of Lake Forest Park: the next date for early /discounted registration for Shoreline Recreation programs begins on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 8:00am and ends on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 8:00am.

Lake Forest Park residents can still register for Shoreline recreation programs at a later date, but will not receive Shoreline resident discounts or enjoy the opportunity to register early as they will during the next 24-hour early registration period beginning on August 27, 2014.


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Death Cafe Seattle meets Thursday at Richmond Beach Library

Death Cafe Seattle - North meeting: Thursday, June 26th at Richmond Beach Library 7:00 - 8:30pm.

An open and easy discussion about issues related to death and dying.

Yummy snack provided, but bring your own beverage.

Contact Terri for questions or more information.

Richmond Beach Library is located at 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline, WA 98177.


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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.

JUNE 26-JULY 1, 2014

Thurs, June 26 Blueberry Coleslaw
Fri, June 27 You’ll Go Nuts! Taste a great new product - Jem Raw Nut Butters
Sun, June 29 Fun with Focaccia - Ideas for Essential Baking Company’s Rosemary Focaccia plus Blueberry Coconut Milk Shakes
Mon, June 30 Bacon Ranch Deviled Eggs
Tues, July 1 Jazz Up Your Burgers - How to take ordinary condiments to the next level


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Book Review by Aarene Storms: The Dream Thieves

The Dream Thieves by Maggie Stiefvater
(book II of the Raven Cycle)

Continuing the story begun in The Raven Boys, the ley line has been awakened and now strange currents are racing through town. Electrical surges, astonishing secrets, and weird dreams and nightmares are becoming more common. In the middle of the magic are Blue, who is still not-quite-a-psychic, and the Raven Boys: Gansey, Adam, Ronan and Noah.

The hunt for the mysterious Welsh king continues, but the focus now is on Ronan's sudden strange ability to pull real objects out of dreams. And, perhaps, out of nightmares.

This book does not stand alone, and leaves readers gasping for the two final book...which don't even have release dates from the publisher yet! Ack.

The lush, imaginative writing should be no surprise to fans of this author. But the plot twists! If those don't surprise readers, there is truly no hope for redemption. I am eagerly awaiting the audiobook edition, which early reports call "suspenseful" and "murky."  

Rating:
No sex, no kissing (there's a reason! not a lack of interest!) and only mild cussing, but plenty of action, magic and some scary violence and drug use. 

Recommended for readers who have already survived the first book, ages 14 to adult.

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

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


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Health Department: Cloudy and grey doesn’t keep melanoma away

Washington ranks high in skin cancer - cloudy and grey doesn’t keep melanoma away

Puget Sound, if it were a state by itself, would rank fourth in the nation for skin cancer rates. That’s because of a misconception that cloudy weather means people don’t have to protect themselves from the sun.

The state Department of Health advises that protecting you and your family from skin cancer is something that must be done all year, regardless of whether it’s sunny or cloudy. Ultra Violet (UV) light exposure, the most preventable cause of skin cancer, occurs even on cloudy days.

Although children are rarely diagnosed with skin cancer, sunburns in childhood are associated with melanoma later in life.  So, it’s important to protect children from UV light and establish healthy behaviors early. Reducing exposure to UV at early ages is among the reasons for a new law that went into effect this month banning kids under 18 from using tanning beds without a written prescription from a doctor.

UV-B rays penetrate the top layers of skin and are most responsible for sunburns; UV-A rays go through the deeper layers of the skin. Both types of UV rays/light are emitted by lamps in tanning beds.

You can help prevent skin cancer by using sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher; staying in the shade, especially during midday hours; covering skin with clothing that covers your arms and legs or a hat with a wide brim to shade your face, head, ears and neck.

You can learn more important facts about skin cancer and how to prevent it on the Washington Cares about Cancer partnership page and on the Department of Health website about comprehensive cancer control.


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Republican Summer Festival to feature John Carlson

The KCGOP will be hosting the Majority 2014! Summer Festival at Marymoor Park’s Velodrome Pavilion in Redmond, on Saturday, July 12, 2014 from 11am-2pm.

Join Talk Radio 570 KVI’s morning show host, John Carlson, and national talk show host, Lars Larson, as they co-host the annual summer event/picnic.

There will be delicious grilled food, bouncy toys for the kids, volleyball and softball for the adults and a great chance to talk with King County elected officials and candidates. There will also be a great selection of booths for candidates, Republican groups, civic organizations and others.

All of this for just $5 per person or $25 per family. Mark your calendar for July 12th and RSVP here.

There is still have booth space available. If you, your business or an organization you are affiliated with is interested in reaching a large, energized group of conservatives, email Ben Oakley to learn about reserving booth space and sponsorship opportunities.


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Shoreline Arts Festival – Performance Preview


Shoreline Arts Festival – June 28 & 29
Shoreline Center: 18560 1st Ave NE

3 Stages of Live Music/Dance playing all weekend long, come see it all without spending a penny! 

Sit back, relax, and let us entertain you with an array of musical and dance performances spanning a wide range of styles, or if you’re adventurous take the Festival into your own hands during our Open Mic hour. The world is your oyster. Here’s a just a sample of what the festival’s three stages have to offer:

Shoreline Senior Singers
The Shoreline Senior Singers (under the direction of Marci Marsh) are from the Shoreline-Lake forest Park Senior Center. The Senior Center is located at the southernmost building of the Conference Center. Sixty-Five classes are offered each week with a hot lunch served everyday.


Hokulani’s Hula Studio & the Kupunas
Proud to be dancing for the last six years at the Shoreline Arts Festival, the dancers of Hokulani s Hula Studio are under the direction of Kathy De Aguiar.

Dandylyon Drama
At Dandylyon Drama we endeavor that every child we get the privilege to teach, would experience some incredible play time with highly trained instructors, beautiful costumes, inspired sets, and professional performance quality. We believe these high standards will cause them to learn great lessons about their own value and the value of community collaboration while gaining skills in music, theater, and art.



Filipiniana Dance Company
Drawing from the many ethnic traditions found in the Philippines, the company dances to create exciting intermingling of very different cultures. The performance represents the many influences of the Highland tribal, Spanish, Islamic, and contemporary cultures, but remain uniquely Filipino.

K-Pop Variety Hour
Get a taste of live K-POP by local performers as well as a special guest performer from Korea, who will sing and dance to current hits by 2NE1, 10cm, Girls Generation, and SISTAR. But WAIT, there’s more to Korean rock than girl bands! Curious about the roots of K-POP? We will also introduce you to songs that date back to the earliest days of Korean rock, when polka-esque Trot  was popular - such as Hwang Kum-Sim, in 1939. We then add a blues song that has a reggae beat by Kim Hyun Sik (1989), and finally jump forward to an earlier hit by Carnival (1997).  Brought to you by the Korean American Historical Society.

Oolleem Korean Traditional Performance
Enjoy the energetic sounds of p’ungmul Korean folk percussion and dance as demonstrated by Korean performing arts group Oolleem, from Federal Way. The performance will include Bongsan Masked dance, Samulnori, a janggo drum solo and Pan Gut. Performers wear colorful clothing and dance in rhythmic patterns while drumming small and large gongs, hourglass and barrel drums.  Bongsan dancers wear funny masks and dance in exaggerated fashion.  Samulnori  means four instruments at play. Guess what elements of the weather they symbolize! Performances are community events during special occasions such as during planting and harvest time. At the end everyone in the audience is encouraged to dance along. Brought to you by Korean American Historical Society.


Those Guys
This acoustic pop trio has been performing together for nearly a decade. Their tight harmonies, original songs and cover arrangements have entertained crowds all over the seattle area, and they are thrilled to make their debut performance at the Shoreline Arts Festival.


Jess Lambert
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Jess Lambert’s music often mimics the shifting and moody tones of her natural surroundings. With heartfelt songs full of raw personal emotion and gripping melodies, Jess Lambert creates a unique indie folk sound. She currently performs as a duo, joined by her husband Chad Lambert on electric guitar.

Folkvoice Band
Versatile music and instrumentation, the group features Scandinavian, Continental, Balkan and International musical selections.

ChoroLoco
Seattle‘s very own vintage Brazilian Jazz Ensemble, ChoroLoco has traversed the wondrous world of Brazilian music since 2008. Choro (Shoro) in Portuguese translates to cry or lament.  This style may whisk you off your feet with breakneck temps, jubilant rhythms and heartfelt melodies.

Ellis Brothers Jazz Trio

The Ellis Brothers
A home-schooled jazz trio from West Seattle. Jack (age 15) plays guitar, Ben (age 12) plays drums, and Luke (age 12) plays bass. They have been playing gigs in and around Seattle for the past several years. They enjoy playing all types of jazz, from Charlie Parker to John Scofield, from Miles Davis to Jaco Pastorius.

Nonesuch English Country Dancers
English country dancing originated in 17th century England and was described by Queen Elizabeth I as a pleasing alternative to demanding courtly dances such as the galliard and volta. From 1650 to 1850, country dances flourished in England as an important social activity. Come see a selection of these dances.


Evoke Productions  
Presenting several works from their most recent concert, Full Tilt 2014, Evoke Productions’ mission is to provide opportunities and venues for talented dancers and choreographers to present their passion for contemporary dance in the Seattle area. Evoke Productions envisions a platform where dedicated, passionate, and talented dancers and choreographers can come together to present dance performances that are exciting, daring, emotional, entertaining and memorable.

Northwest Taiko
A Japanese-American drum group striving to learn more about their cultural heritage through the traditional Japanese art of drumming. The power of the drum has continually served as a means of expression and communication and is an inertial part of the Japanese folk tradition. Their songs are not only grounded in this art form but reflect a blend of our American musical influences.

Around the Sound
Photo by Carl Dinse

Around the Sound Community Band
This dedicated group practices hard and meets once a week to hone their skills and prepare for concerts. In 2013 ATSB became an international band and performed at the Ladner Band Festival in British Columbia, Canada. The ATSB performs a wide range of concert band, marching, pop, show themes, and other types of music.


Michele D’Amour & the Love Dealers
High energy, danceable blues, often with a touch of funk and R&B. They are a Seattle-area based band that has played together since 2012, releasing their first EP, "Sin Comin' On," in February 2014.

Paper & Clay
Musical duo Erika Lundahl and Dug Indrick toe the line of folk story-telling traditions and alternative rhythms to bring you a musical experience that is energetic, contemplative and sincere. Recently arrived from New York, they are here to take part in this beautiful Northwest community.


Ranger and the  Re-Arrangers
Evoking the spirit of a Paris cafe and the raucous energy of a Gypsy campsite with their unique twist on gypsy jazz, Ranger and the Re-Arrangers repertoire includes swing standards, traditional Gypsy melodies, the music of Django & Grappelli, Brazilian choros, and Ranger’s unique originals.

The Festival provides two extraordinary days of music, dance, theatre, literary arts, visual arts, and food, plus the Shoreline Philippine Festival. This creative community event, sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, is FREE and will be held at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE. Visit the website for applications, deadlines, or additional information or call the Arts Council at 206-417-4645

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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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