Job Seekers Club Friday: what to do when you get that job

Wednesday, October 8, 2014


The Job Seekers' Round Table will hear from Brian Nichols, Employment Specialist, Goodwill of Puget Sound, at their regular session this Friday, October 10 from 1-2:30pm at Shoreline Community College room 5116 (computer lab).

STARTING STRONG and MOVING UP!
w/ Brian Nichols, Employment Specialist, Goodwill of Puget Sound

The more we network, the better we get at landing interviews. The more interviewing we do, the higher the likelihood we get employed. It’s all a game of averages, and the longer you practice your job-landing skills, the greater are your chances of starting a new job. Local employers are getting hungrier: The unemployment rate in King County is now just 4.8%.
So when you do get that job, then what?

Our guest this week is Brian Nichols, Employment Specialist for Goodwill of Puget Sound. Brian’s workshop is designed to help mature workers be more successful when finally landing employment. It covers the process of onboarding, the attitudes that are important during the introductory period, and tips on moving up in the workplace. Don’t miss this inspiring discussion, and of course the usual hot coffee and delectable snacks!
The Job Seekers' Round Table is for anyone interested in the Plus 50 Career Builder, worker retraining, discussing the needs of the Plus 50 worker, sharing resources, etc. Students, staff, faculty and the community are welcome. (All ages welcome.)

This group event is designed to provide a safe, supportive, friendly environment for the Plus 50 job hunters and workers to discuss their needs and challenges. Resource sharing is encouraged.

FREE PARKING just off campus on INNIS ARDEN WAY. For now, on campus parking is metered.

Questions? Contact Ron Carnell, 206-533-6706  

The job club meetings do not count as job search activity by WA Employment Security.



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Winning ways continue for Shorewood tennis

The Shorewood boys tennis team defeated Mountlake Terrace Hawks 5-2 in a WesCo South match 5-2. Shorewood’s first place record is 10-0 in league and 14-1 overall.

AJ Barth and Eli Hecker won their number one doubles match to help secure the win. Shorewood travels on Monday October 13 to play Edmonds- Woodway at 3:30pm.

At Shorewood High School

SHOREWOOD 5     MOUNTLAKE TERRACE 2

Singles

1. Cameron Mcdowelll SW def. Jeremy Ansdell MLT 6-3, 6-1
2. Henry Brener MLT def. Hugh Gaevert SW 6-4, 6-4
3. Jack Bong SW def. Adam Lorraine MLT 4-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-2
3. Gunnar Thorstenson SW def. Collin Rhodes MLT 6-3, 6-0

Doubles

1. AJ Barth / Eli Hecker SW Drake Day / Jake Peters 6-3, 6-1
2. Peter Smith / Joseph Jang SW def. Ricky Bridges / Blake Christianson MLT 6-4, 6-2
3. Min Choel Jung /  Max Ladig MLT def. Jack Stensrud / Jarad Almazan SW 3-6, 6-3, 6-1


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ShoreDog work party at EastSide Dog Park Saturday

A previous work party at Eastside

Come work with other volunteers to spruce up the Eastside Off-Leash Dog Area this Saturday, October 11, 2014.

ShoreDOG will be holding a work party there from 11am to 1pm. The address is 1760 NE 150th St.

Volunteers will be spreading wood chips, cutting weeds, filling holes, and picking up garbage, poop, and fallen chestnuts.

Tools will be provided but if volunteers wish to bring their own tools that would be very appreciated!

Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

ShoreDOG is a volunteer stewardship group that supports neighborhood dog off-leash areas within the City of Shoreline.

Email if you have any questions. You do not have to belong to ShoreDOG, or even own a dog, to volunteer!



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Scots avenge earlier soccer defeat with T-Bird shut out

A full moon rose over Shoreline Stadium minutes before Tuesday night's kickoff between Shorecrest and Shorewood, and for the T-Birds it was a bad moon rising as the Scots avenged an earlier defeat at the hands of their cross-town rivals, blanking the T-Birds 3-0.

 It was a beautiful night with lots of support in the stands.  

In the 5th minute Shorecrest almost scored when a shot went off the crossbar. At minute 19 Shorewood took a turn coming close, hitting the left post. In the 28th minute Elizabeth Holmdahl broke the ice for Shorecrest, looping a long shot from the right side over T-Bird keeper Ashley Garay. Three minutes later Mara Trostle scored for the Scots on an assist from Sophia Viviano to make it 2-0.  

For the first 15 minutes of the second half Shorewood pressed forward furiously and developed numerous chances but could not score as the Scots' veteran defense stood stoutly.  

At the 65th minute Rachael Moulton scored off of a corner kick for Shorecrest to finish the scoring.  

Ashley Garay and Maddie Bell-Knight played goalie for Shorewood, whose league record now goes to 3-1-2 in WesCo action (4-4-2) overall. Kate Wiper had the shutout in net for Shorecrest, 5-0-0, (7-2-0 for the season).

Thursday night at 7pm the T-Birds return home to play an always dangerous Marysville-Pilchuck squad, while the Scots travel north to face Marysville-Getchell.


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Sky’s Fifth Annual Harvest Fest Saturday, October 18

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Saturday October 18th 
11 am – 4:00 pm

Sky’s Fifth Annual Harvest Fest

A family fun day! 
A “share the abundance” food drive for Hopelink, animals and activities for the kids, craft vendors, seasonal dĂ©cor, and more!

Check Sky's website  as the event approaches for more details.

Sky Nursery 18528 Aurora Ave N. Shoreline, WA 98133   206-546-4851 


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16th Annual Bastyr Haunted Trails is bigger and scarier - but there's a carnival for the little ones


Bastyr University gears up for 16th annual Haunted Trails. Eastside Halloween festivities run Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 17-18 and 24–25

Bastyr University's annual “Haunted Trails” event is returning for another year of spooky fun! Hosted rain or shine in the forest behind Bastyr University's Kenmore campus for two consecutive Fridays and Saturdays (Oct. 17-18 and 24-25), the event, now in its 16th year, is one of the Eastside’s longest-running and biggest fright fests. It includes enjoyable activities for teenagers and adults, as well as trick-or-treating for children ages 7 and younger – and is all for a good cause, with proceeds benefitting student study-abroad programs.

EVENTS FOR AGES 8 AND OLDER:
  • Haunted Woods: Complete with ghosts, ghouls and goblins, the Haunted Woods tour through the forest offers frights and delights around every corner. The trail is set up this year with brand-new twists and turns and a terror lurking behind every tree.
  • Hades Labyrinth: With ghouls and monsters haunting all who enter, participants must find their way through a maze of misty tunnels or be lost forever.
  • Cemetery Hill: Is there anything creepier than a foggy cemetery at night? Yes, a foggy cemetery filled with the living dead.
  • Circus of Horrors: Evil clowns make for a nightmarish experience under the big top.
  • Mummy's Tomb: It's cool to see mummies of the past, until the embalmed arise.
Please note that we do not allow children under 8 into these events. We find that it traumatizes the younger ones, which is not our intent. We only want to give the adults nightmares!
Cost: $20 per person for all five events. Major credit cards accepted. Tickets are available for purchase online and at the event starting at 6:30 p.m.

 FOR CHILDREN UNDER 8 YEARS OLD:
  • The Great Pumpkin's Trick-or-Treating Adventure: Bring the kids for trick-or-treating at Bastyr University's beautiful garden. Take pictures of the little ones as they get treats from and do activities with some of their favorite characters. Cost is $5 per child. (Runs 5-6:45 p.m.)
  • Children's Carnival: Entertain the younger children with various games and events just for them. Cost is dependent on activities. Cash only. (Runs 5:30-9 p.m.)

FOOD, GAGS AND MORE:
  • Mad Hatter's Shop: Buy glow sticks, glow wands, light-up helicopters, shirts, hoodies, hats, ponchos and more at this spook-and-scare store.
  • Refreshments: Food and drinks are available for purchase at the event.
  • Parking: Free event parking is available on the Bastyr University campus, 14500 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA 98028.

TICKET SALES:
  • At the Door: $20 per person. Check-in and ticket sales begin at 6:30 p.m. each night. Major credit cards accepted.
  • Online: $25 per person for Fast Pass with a reserved time slot (limited quantity). Please arrive 15 minutes before your reserved time and bring your Brown Paper Tickets to the ticketing booth.
  • Please note: A limited number of tickets are sold each night. Visitors are advised to come the first weekend, Oct. 17-18, when lines are shorter. The second weekend, October 24-25, can sell out as early as 8:45pm. Haunted Trails is rain or shine; refunds are not available.

For more information, contact the Bastyr University Haunted Trails Hotline at 425-602-3303 or visit the website. Check out our Facebook page and like us or tweet us @HauntedTrailsBU, #ht2014. 

ABOUT HAUNTED TRAILS / DONATIONS

Created in 1998, Bastyr University's Haunted Trails has grown in size and popularity each year. It now attracts thousands of guests from throughout the greater Seattle area. All proceeds support the University's study away programs, including the Department of Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine's annual study trip to China. The fundraiser is run entirely by dedicated volunteer teams of Bastyr University students, faculty and staff. If you can't make the event or want to continue supporting the students of Bastyr even after being frightened, you can make a tax-deductible donation online!

ABOUT BASTYR UNIVERSITY

Bastyr University is internationally recognized as a pioneer in natural medicine. As the largest accredited university for natural health arts and sciences in the U.S., Bastyr’s campus located near Seattle, Washington, offers more than 17 degree and certificate programs in fields such as naturopathic medicine, acupuncture and Oriental medicine, and whole-food nutrition. Founded in 1978, the University now includes a leading-edge research facility (the Bastyr University Research Institute) and outstanding clinical training at Bastyr Center for Natural Health, ranked as one of the Puget Sound’s top medical facilities for patient experience in 2013. The University’s second campus, Bastyr University California opened in San Diego, in fall 2012, becoming California’s first and only accredited school of naturopathic medicine.

     

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Half-time show is twice the fun

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Combined bands - SW blue, SC red

The half-time show is a huge part of the football experience, and never better than the Rotary Cup when both public high schools are in the ring.

Rebecca Miner shows her colors - all of them!

New schools superintendent Rebecca Miner showed her colors with her scarf - all of them! One side was Shorewood colors and the other Shorecrest. 

The Shorecrest Highlanders

The school bands played separately and together in a wall of sound. There was a lot of talent on display. 

The Shorewood Thunderbirds

All those music lessons and band practices paid off, Mom and Dad!

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T-Bird boys tennis improve record to 9-0 with win over Meadowdale

The Thunderbird boys tennis team improved their record to 9-0 in WesCo South and 13-1 overall to remain in first place with three matches left. They defeated Meadowdale 7-0. Jack Bong helped sweep the singles matches with a 6-2, 6-0 win at number three singles. The T-Birds also swept the doubles matches. Shorewood hosts Mountlake Terrace Wednesday 10/ 8 at 3:30pm.

10 / 6 / 14
SHOREWOOD 7 MEADOWDALE 0

Singles
1. Cameron McDowell SW def. Brett Matysik MD 6-3, 6-1
2. Hugh Gaevert SW def. Lee Bruemmer MD 2-6, 6-3, 6-1
3. Jack Bong SW def. Kris Subcluff MD 6-2, 6-1
4. Gunnar Thorstenson SW def. Abel Yohannes MD 6-2, 6-0

Doubles
1. Scott Park / Kyle Berquist SW def. Ephram Yared / Jacob O’ Connell MD 6-3, 2-6, 6-2
2. AJ Barth / Eli Hecker SW def. Nate Heilpap / Joseph Ho MD 6-2, 6-0
3. Peter Smith / Joseph Jang SW def. Stephen Tameishi / Ryan Johnson MD 7-6 (7-4), 6-4


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Shorewood swim against Kamiak in Tuesday meet

Meet at Shoreline Pool
October 7, 2014
Kamiak 106, SW 80
Shorewood record now 7-1

200 med relay SW 1:57.53 Britt Blomso, Christina Garrison, Nicola Gerbino, Maya McCants
200 free K 2:01.98 Angeline Dovinh
200 IM K 2:19.07 Ingrid Straume
50 free SW 27.01 Maya McCants
Diving K 231.85 Talor Bohot
100 fly SW 1:00.96* Britt Blomso
100 free K 57.31 Angeline Dovinh
500 free K 5:44.24 Stina Seaberg
200 free relay K 1:51.87 Angeline Dovinh, Taylor Funk, Bailey Kindle, Stina Seaberg
100 back SW 1:01.78* Britt Blomso
100 breast K 1:12.10 Ingrid Straume
400 free relay K 3:54.18 Rosanna Holod, Taylor Funk, Stina Seaberg, Ingrid Straume

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Found: two dogs on Ballinger

We have two lost dogs in our possession that we rescued off Ballinger way and 178th NE.

One white Pit bull and a black and white collie.

Do you recognize them ?

Call Thomas 206-550-9054.


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Volunteers needed for Bargain Corner thrift store in Shoreline

The Bargain Corner is a fun place to work.
Volunteers needed.

The Bargain Corner thrift store is in need of additional volunteers. It is an important part of the general funding for the Shoreline-LFP Senior Center.

You do not have to be a senior to volunteer at the Bargain Corner. Moms, now that your kids are in school, do you have a few hours to offer?  It is a fun place to work. The hours are good and the people you would be working with are great!


You do not have to have retail experience to work at the Bargain Corner, and you will receive training.

If you are interested, call Judith, Monday or Friday at the Senior Center: 206-365-1536. The Senior Center is located at: 18560 1st Ave NE, Suite 1, Shoreline, WA 98155 as the southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus. Free parking in south lot.



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A very special ceremony in Shoreline produces 11 new citizens

The Oath of Allegiance is administered
to eleven new citizens

Photos by Steven H. Robinson

A very special ceremony was held in Shoreline on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, as eleven people became new U.S. Citizens.

Julie Acteson, Interim Director
King County Library System

Speaking at the event:

  • Karena C. Dulla, USCIS (U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) Officer
  • Julie Acteson, King County Library System Interim Director
  • Jonathan J. Kim, USCIS Supervisory Immigration Services Officer
  • Shari Winstead, Mayor City of Shoreline
  • Denise Bugallo, King County Library System Cluster Manager


Chansons vocal ensemble performed

Singers from the Shorecrest High School Chansons Vocal Ensemble performed.

Children of the candidates led the flag salute

The flag salute was led by Brenda Cordova, and other children of the Candidates.

The eleven candidates come from eight nations:

  • Argentina
  • China
  • Ethiopia
  • Germany
  • Mexico
  • Russia
  • South Korea
  • Ukraine
A new American family
poses with Shoreline councilmembers and mayor

After the ceremony, the new citizens and their families posed for photographs with Shoreline City Council members and other dignitaries.

A new citizen proudly displays his certificate

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Free Sea Kayaking class at Kenmore Library Oct 20


Free Sea Kayaking class at the Kenmore Library on Monday, October 20, 7pm, room 1.

Bill Coady will discuss how to safely participate in the sport, the equipment requirements and provide an overview of the risks and rewards. There will be an actual 18’ sea kayak people can look at up close. The instructor, Bill Coady, is a Kirkland resident, and teaches sea kayaking with the Everett Mountaineers.
    
The Kenmore Library is located at 6531 NE 181st St, Kenmore 98028, 425-486-8747



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Parkwood Neighborhood Association meets Wednesday

The October meeting of the Parkwood Neighborhood Assn will be this Wednesday, October 8 from 7-9 p.m. at the Aegis library, 14900 1st Avenue NE on the 2nd floor.

They will be discussing:

  • Mail theft issues – what do we know? What's our next step?
  • 2015 Planning – what do we want to work on next year?

Map of Parkwood Neighborhood
New people are always welcome.


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Alpacas at the Market

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Whether they are eating blackberries off hillsides or carrots out of a little girl's hand, we never get enough of alpacas. We've even learned to tell them from llamas! (ears up / ears down).

This crew was at the Lake Forest Park Farmers' Market, where they are frequent visitors. The last day for the market is October 19, 2014.


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Town Center in Lake Forest Park under contract to be sold

Lake Forest Park Town Center
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

According to Marc Stiles in the Puget Sound Business Journal, Madison Marquette, owner of Town Center in Lake Forest Park is not only selling the property, but has it under contract to a new buyer, with the deal expected to close this month.

Public records show that Madison Marquette paid $27 million in 2006 for Town Center at Lake Forest Park. King County assesses the value of the property at nearly $35.7 million.

The 241,500-square-foot property was built in 1965 and is the heart of Lake Forest Park - and almost the only part which is zoned for business use. With Third Place Commons, Third Place Books, Honey Bear Bakery, and smaller iconic business such as Two Trading Tigers, The Chocolate Man, Diamond in the Mall, Great Harvest Bread, and Avid Angler, it offers unique shopping and entertainment activities.

When Madison Marquette took over, they eliminated the Friday and Saturday night music in The Commons, bringing it back after a public outcry. It remains to be seen what the new owner will want to change at the Center.


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Author of Zombie Safety and Self-defense Handbook at Zombie Fair

Monday, October 6, 2014

Author Kevin Cole will be at
the Zombie Preparedness Fair Saturday

Join Shoreline Police, Fire, the Office of Emergency Management, and the author of Zombie Safety and Self-defense Handbook as they help prepare you for your next emergency at the Zombie Preparedness and Safety Fair Saturday, October 11, from 9am to 2pm, 17500 Midvale Ave N in front of Shoreline City Hall.

Kevin Cole, author of Zombie Safety and Self-defense Handbook will be on hand to sign books.

While the threat of zombie attack might be extremely low, preparing for one means you'll be prepared for any kind of disaster.



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Enter the How I Get in Motion photo contest

What moves you? How about a $75 Amazon gift card!

King County In Motion is hosting the How I Get In Motion Photo Contest!

Upload your photo by October 15 to this website to show how you get around by bike, foot, bus, or shared ride for a chance to win a $75, $50, or $25 Amazon gift card!

You can also upload a photo to your Instagram or Twitter account or to the In Motion Facebook page with #HowIGetInMotion for a chance to win.

If email is best, just send your photo and they’ll make sure it gets to the right place. Vote on your favorite photos for a chance to win one of three $10 Starbucks gift cards.


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Volunteer to be a History Day judge

History Day 2012
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

History Day judges are adults with an interest in history and a desire to help students in grades 6 -12 improve their ability to do historical research and present their results in public. Organizers expect to see contest entries from about 300 students at the Shoreline Center on Friday, March 20, 2015.

Judges will work in teams of three. They need help evaluating student work at two different times:

1.  Judges to read papers and evaluate web sites in February and early March. Judges work independently but meet briefly once as a team of three to assemble results. If you are interested in those types of entries, indicate that when you register in January. Paper and web site judging coordinators will contact you with details.

2. Judges to evaluate exhibits, documentaries and performances at the Shoreline Center on Friday, March 20. Indicate your preferences when you register in January. Most judges will serve only in the morning. They also need judges for final rounds in the afternoon. Mark your calendars as follows:

  • 7:30 a.m.                     Meet in the Shoreline Room for orientation.
  • 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.         Evaluate entries in preliminary round
  • 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.         Final round judges evaluate entries.

This is a very heartening exposure to young people doing good things. If you want further information, visit the history day website.


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Benefits versus risks in youth contact sports


By Sean Rhodes, proud dad and Lake Forest Park resident

Last Saturday morning, as I drove my 5th grade son to the Queen Anne football stadium, there was a sense of excitement in the air. What would the other team be like? Did he remember all of the plays the coach had gone over yesterday? Would his team be victorious? Would he have to endure the bitter taste of defeat? Worse yet, an injury. Yes, maybe even a concussion. It is in the news a lot, but it has never happened to him. These same concerns run through my mind every Saturday during football season.

The national media attention on the risk of concussions in youth football has reached high levels in recent years(1). There are now highly funded studies on the effects of concussions in American football as former NFL players come forward with lawsuits for brain damage caused by frequent blows to the head. Even President Obama has weighed in on the subject. He stated that although he enjoys watching football, he wouldn’t let his son play the game (if, hypothetically, he had a son). The dropping rate of participation in youth football is significant and well documented.(2) Yet, the popularity of this sport doesn’t seem to be waning in viewership, as can be seen by hordes of Seattle Seahawks fans as they passionately support their beloved 2014 Superbowl Champion.

To its advocates, the game brings people together based on core values like teamwork, courage, and sacrifice. To its critics, it’s a game for thugs who do violent things in front of crazed fans. So the question remains, why would anyone let their son play this game? The answer falls into three different categories:

1) Rite of Passage. Football is a cultural “rite of passage” for many American boys. To many, the benefits of camaraderie with coaches and peers and the regular exercise outweigh the risk of a concussion. Since its origins in the early 1920’s, American football has grown to be the most viewed sport in the nation. The Superbowl remains the most popular event on American television(3) Football is also still king at the college level. The University of Washington just signed a 5 year contract with its beloved new coach, Chris Petersen, for $18 million! Petersen is the highest paid coach in the Pac 12(4). From high school games on Friday nights, to college games on Saturdays, to professional games on Sundays, Americans love to watch football. This has an obvious message to the young boys of our society. If you want to be accepted as a tough and courageous, then it sure helps to play football!

2) Accessible and Inclusive. The sport is a convenient, affordable after-school activity. It is also very inclusive. Even at the high school level, players who aren’t skilled enough to start in the games still get to practice with the team. The same can’t be said for hockey, lacrosse, water polo and other sports that require expensive equipment, coaching fees, monthly dues and private memberships. It is truly an all-American sport because everyone who wants to play can play. Those who enjoy the sport range from dwellers of the poorest ghettos to inhabitants of the wealthiest hamlets. American football is one of the few forums for social interactions among diverse populations in this country (poor, rich, white, black). Everyone is equal on the football field. The only distinction is athletic ability and passion for the game. Another consideration for a lot of parents is physical activity for their child. If a boy doesn’t play football after school, he may just sit in the living room playing his X-box. Childhood obesity rates climb every year(5). By the time junior high rolls around, most team sports are cut sports. Football is one of the few exceptions.

3) Diversity of athletic talent. Another explanation for the sport’s popularity is it can accommodate a large variety of body types and skill sets. Are you good at kicking but not much else? You can be a kicker. Are you big, heavy and quick but can’t run fast for more than a few yards at a time? The offensive line is for you. Are you agile and fast? Try kick-off return. Are you aggressive and like to push and tackle people? You’d be good on the defensive line. Can you run fast and intercept a pass? Try out for cornerback. Are you good at memorizing plays, throwing and running quickly? Sounds like you’d make a great quarterback. The list goes on.

Considering the high numbers of people who play the game, football is still a relatively safe sport compared to other adrenaline sports such as skateboarding and hockey. The real division between those who are advocates and those who aren’t comes down to a philosophy about youth sports in general - those who believe intentional physical contact in youth sports is acceptable and those who don’t. As parents try to deal with the benefits versus the health risks of this popular sport, the question remains, if not football, then what? As for my son, he will finish out this season and avoid tackling with his head down. Next year, we’ll have to assess the risks again.

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1 http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/08/06/injuries-athletes-kids-sports/2612429/
2 http://espn.go.com/espn/otl/story/_/page/popwarner/pop-warner-youth-football-participation-drops-nfl-concussion-crisis-seen-causal-factor
3 NFL:America's Choice" (PDF). National Football League. 2007. Archived from the original on August 8, 2007. Retrieved 2007-08-15.
4 http://seattletimes.com/html/huskyfootball/2024355485_collegehuskiespetersen24xml.html
5 http://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/obesity/facts.htm


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PAWS staff pleased with adoption event

As reported yesterday, PAWS joined with other shelters in Washington state to hold an open house adoption event on Saturday, October 4.

The numbers are now in. According to Shelter Manager Lisa Hockins 47 cats and dogs found homes that weekend.
  • 18 Cats at PAWS Cat City
  • 24 cats and dogs at main PAWS in Lynnwood
  • Total of 42 cats and dogs adoptions this weekend!
In addition, there are 5 pending adoptions-
dogs/cats scheduled for spay/neuter who then will go home.

"We were so pleased to see the amazing turn out to our open house this weekend and so pleased to know so many families now have a new addition!"

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BYOG -- Bring Your Own Gloves to the Twin Ponds Work Party

Volunteers at a previous work party

On Sunday, October 12, from 10am to noon, the Parkwood Neighborhood Association will sponsor a fall work party at Twin Ponds Park.

The plan is to tackle morning glory and blackberry that are encroaching the maturing but still young evergreens dotting the southern portion of the park. There are cedars, firs, pines and the occasional sequoia and redwood planted over the past few decades by the Stewards of Twin Ponds Park. The work party will meet behind the tennis court on the 1st NE side.

BYOG -- bring your own gloves and pruners or loppers if you have them. If you know how, bring sunshine as well.



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32nd Republicans meet Thursday

The King County 32nd Legislative District Republicans will meet Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014 at the Shoreline Conference Center in the McAleer Room (south end of the complex), beginning at 7:00pm 

The conference center is located at 18560 1st Ave NE. Free parking is available in the south lot.



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Unbeaten Shorecrest soccer goes head to head with unbeaten Shorewood in televised game Tuesday

The only two unbeaten teams in WESCO 3A girls soccer are Shorecrest and Shorewood, and the two square off at Shoreline Stadium Tuesday night at 7pm.

The match will be televised on Comcast Channel 26 and Channel 36 (Frontier) in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park, and streamed live online, presented by the Live Video Production Club from both schools.

Shorewood defeated Shorecrest in a non-league game played last month, 1-0, on a goal by Alexa Modica.

The Scots enter the game in first place, with a mark of 4-0, while the T-Birds stand at 3-0-2.

Both teams are strong in the center, with Shorecrest's Alexa Iacolucci and Shorewood's Lisa Jensen patrolling the midfield in expert fashion, while SC's Sophia Viviano and SW's Sienna Helland are their teams' primary scoring threats.


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PAWS Adoption event

Jerry reports that Lynnwood was packed, but he
caught the Program Animal people in a quiet moment
Meg Burns, Sally Robertson, David Robertson and  Kelly Hill.
Photos by Jerry Pickard

On Saturday, Oct 4, 2014 PAWS of Lynnwood (and PAWS Cat City in Seattle) participated in the state-wide Pawsitive Alliance initiative to welcome new adopters to the companion animal lifestyle. 

Robin Grannell is a PAWS Advisory Board member.

Between 11 am and 5 pm on Saturday Oct 4th PAWS opened its doors to anyone curious about adding a dog or cat to their families. 

No word if sad little Pinky found a home

The adoption centers – dogs and cats at 15305 44th Ave in Lynnwood WA and cats only at 5200 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle WA – were busy all day with singletons, couples, young families, and retirees seeking that perfect pet. 

Just looking for a lap to call their own

Photographer Jerry Pickard capture some of the moments as they celebrated companion animal adoptions all day long. 

It is never too late to add a companion animal to your life. Contact PAWS Lynnwood for cats and dogs and PAWS Cat City in north Seattle.

Adopt A Dog Month Special: October is National Adopt A Shelter Dog Month, and PAWS is celebrating with a $50 adoption fee (reduced from $75) for all adult dogs who are seven years and older.


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Chamber luncheon to hear from Economic Development Director on "Traffic" Wednesday


The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce monthly membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at 11:45am in the Shoreline Center Alumni room (south end). 






Presentation on Transportation

by Dan Eernissee

City of Shoreline

Economic Development Director 


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Iora open house in Shoreline Tuesday

Iora Health will be holding its first Open House at the Shoreline location, 15214 Aurora Avenue North (next Joann Fabric) on Tuesday, October 7, from noon - 2pm.  The public is invited.




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Updated gym at Shoreline Community College

Sunday, October 5, 2014

New floor, new scoreboard, new paint

The school gym has been under construction for the past few months. Among other updates, there is a brand new floor, new bleachers, new scoreboard, new sound system, carpeting and paint.

“The students are super excited about the new gym, especially the student-athletes,” Steve Eskridge, Athletic Director said. “They are proud that Shoreline CC now has a gym that is as nice as the other colleges that we compete against have.”


Eskridge said he is looking forward to the students and coaches being able to use the updated facilities and that the renovations have improved the gym 120 percent.

“It brings new life to the athletic department,” Eskridge said. “This is the one of the best things I have experienced at Shoreline CC since being here for almost 25 years. Go Phins!”

There are a few final touches yet to be made, but it can now be used and visited. See photos on flickr.


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Sign up for Boxing for Boobies at CKO Kickboxing

Participants in a previous event

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, CKO Kickboxing Seattle (located in Shoreline) is holding the third annual Boxing for Boobies fundraiser on Saturday, October 25 from 9:00am to 10:30am at CKO Seattle located at 15901 Westminster Way in Shoreline.

Last year, participants raised over $4,000. This year’s event will benefit “Check your Boobies” and Terri’s Metastatic Women.

Participants may sign up at CKO for $65 and will receive t-shirt and gloves. Local businesses, too, are invited to participate with funding or donations. 

For more information, contact Jessica Renon at 206-402-3847, or go to the CKO website.


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Quote of the day

Managers are people who do things right and leaders are people who do the right thing.
The difference may be summarized as activities of vision and judgment — effectiveness 
versus activities of mastering routines — efficiency.  
~~~Warren Bennis and Burt Nanus (business administration professors at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles), “Leading Others, Managing Yourself,” Leaders: The Strategies for Taking Charge, 1985


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Special Meeting City of Shoreline's Assumption of the Ronald Wastewater District King County Boundary Review Board File No. 2357

SPECIAL MEETING
CITY OF SHORELINE’S ASSUMPTION OF THE RONALD WASTEWATER DISTRICT
KING COUNTY BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD FILE NO. 2357

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the WASHINGTON STATE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD FOR KING COUNTY will hold a Special Meeting at 7:00PM on Thursday, October 16, 2014. The meeting will take place in the Slater Room of the Mercer Island Community Center, 8236 SE 24th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040.

The purpose of the meeting is to adopt the Resolution and Hearing Decision correcting a clerical error with respect to:

“The proposed assumption by the City of Shoreline of the entirety of that portion of the Ronald Wastewater District that is located in King County, Washington.”

A COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION IS AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICE OF THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD.

The Boundary Review Board conducts all meetings and hearings in locations that are wheelchair accessible. Any person requiring other disability accommodations or special assistance should contact the Boundary Review Board staff at least two business days prior to the meeting.

The Boundary Review Board telephone is 206-477-0633. For TTY telephone services, please call 711.

Each request for accommodations or assistance will be considered individually according to the type of request, the availability of resources and the financial ability of the Board to provide the requested services or equipment.

            DATED at Seattle, Washington, on October 3, 2014

WASHINGTON STATE

BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD FOR KING COUNTY


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Free set of estate planning documents for veterans at legal clinic Oct 18

Veterans of any military branch can receive a free set of estate planning documents (a will, advance health care directive and power of attorney) on Saturday, October 18 from the Washington Veterans Will Clinic.

This is the first year the clinic has been available in the Puget Sound area. It originated in Spokane in 2012 and has served over 300 veterans.

To qualify, the veteran needs discharge papers (DD 214), proof of Washington residency and have less than $500,000 in assets ($1 million if married; spouses and widows are welcome at the clinic).

Veterans can register online now (full details and disclaimers on the website). Attorneys will use the online registration to prepare draft documents. The veteran will then be scheduled for a one-hour meeting with an attorney on Saturday, October 18. Changes to the documents will be made on-site. 

The documents are printed, signed and notarized at the clinic. The veteran walks out with a complete set of documents at no cost. To obtain these documents privately, the average cost is $500-$1000. The majority of Washingtonians do not have estate planning documents so the clinic provides a much needed resource.

Several veteran service organizations will also be at the clinic to answer questions and provide resources. The North Sound clinic will be at the University of Washington School of Law in north Seattle on Saturday, October 18. Free parking is available for all veterans. For further information or questions, contact the North Sound clinic or 425-610-6353.


The clinic will be held on the UW campus. The law school address is 4293 Memorial Way Seattle, WA 98195. The law school is near the northwest corner of the University of Washington campus near the intersection of 15th Avenue NE and NE 43rd Street, just behind the Burke Museum. The parking lot between the Burke Museum and the law school will be set aside for the clinic.



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Quick Start Shoreline meets Tuesday, Oct 7

Join the business community on Tuesday October 7, 2014 from 12:00 to 1:30pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Avenue N. for the second of a special two part series on helping your business become more visible.

Quick-Start Shoreline is presented by Shoreline Community College Small Business Accelerator and the City of Shoreline. These workshops are designed to be helpful for start-up, existing or potential business owners. Sessions are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch. 


Hiring Interns
“A two part series designed to help the business owner find and hire interns the RIGHT way.”
                                          
October 7    How Learning Center North can take the work and risk out of hiring an Intern

In this workshop you will learn how LCN can provide your business with interns:

That are paid by us
         Trained by us
         Managed by us
         Insured by us
         and Educated by us!

Don’t miss learning about this valuable opportunity!

Caitlin Cordell
Caitlin Cordell has been working in Shoreline supporting youth development for the past 6 years. She has been the Employment Specialist at LCN for the past three years. In that time she has supervised over 70 students in Work Experiences around the greater Shoreline and Seattle area and has taught over 100 students in job search skills and career development. LCN has partnered with 27 different private, public, and non-profit organizations that provide critical training in work skills. She has primarily worked in the non-profit world, but is very excited to partner with more small businesses. 

Guru Dorje
Guru Dorje is the Director at Learning Center North (LCN). He has dedicated 14 years to this program and has seen it grow from a small GED program to a nationally renowned Drop-Out re-engagement program that transitions youth to and through a college education. The most recent full year data collected has shown 80% retention rate of our higher barrier students (as compared to the overall retention rate of the college which is around 41%). All of this has been done with implementing a relational, value based programming that Guru has been critical in supporting, implementing, and now spreading to other programs serving high barrier students. He has found that supporting the best of our natures, reducing barriers to this aspect, rewards programs, in one aspect, by producing and exceeding dynamic (internal measures) and standard outcomes.



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Updated: Design workshop Thursday, Oct 9 for 145th St subarea zoning will present three maps


In June, the City hosted the first series of Design Workshops for the area surrounding a future light rail station north of 145th Street and east of Interstate 5.

Residents and other interested parties brainstormed about the future of their neighborhoods and provided great ideas that evolved into design concepts, and will be analyzed in the coming months as potential zoning scenarios.

On October 9, the City will host a community meeting for the second series of workshops to facilitate additional discussion, show graphic representations for possibilities of how ideas could materialize, and determine the scope of environmental analysis.
  • Learn about the subarea planning process, including which decisions have been made and which will be made between now and next summer.
  • Discuss postential zoning alternawtives and provide comments on the scope of elements to be analyzed through the City's Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), and
  • Consider design and transition standards, and incentives for desired amenities like green building and affordable housing.
Childcare and refreshments provided.

Selection of 145th Light Rail Station Zoning Scenarios to be Presented to the Public at October 9 Design Workshop, Part II for the 145th Street Station Subarea Plan:

The 185th Street Station Subarea Plan page has been updated with maps that show the Preferred Alternative zoning scenario, currently being analyzed in the Final Environmental Impact Statement, and the potential to phase zoning (rather than adopting all at once). The updated page also includes a description of what proposed zoning categories mean with regard to height and allowable uses. 


Council will review comments from the Design Workshop and make a decision on November 10 for the zoning alternatives that will be evaluated as part of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement process. 
If you can’t make the meeting, submit your comments here: Subarea Design Comment Form

Other information links:
Updated to include new map links 10-08-2014 10pm


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