Bothell Way closed due to tree and power lines

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Bothell Way at NE 165th
Photo courtesy WSDOT

6:49pm Bothell Way closed between NE 165th and NE 170th. Tree/Power lines are down. Avoid the area - HEAVY Congestion. ETA to reopen is 1-2 hours. 

Anyone in the area have an update? Seattle City Light does not show a power outage on Bothell Way at 8:50pm

8:32pm Road still closed. A tree fell over power lines.

The tree covered all lanes of the highway and blocked traffic in both directions.

The road reopened sometime around 9pm after crews cleared the fallen tree and restored the power lines.







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Correction: no sewer lines on NE 178th project

In yesterday's story we referred to sewer lines being replaced on NE 178th. That was not correct. The drains were for storm water drainage.


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6th Annual Shoreline Classic Car Show

Monday, July 20, 2015



Text and photos by Frank Kleyn

The 6th annual Shoreline Classic Car Show to benefit Meridian Park Elementary was held on Sunday, July 19 on the school grounds.


The Seafair sanctioned Community Event, featured over 180 cars. In addition to the autos, the show included appearances by Lance Lambert, host of the Vintage Vehicle Show and live music by Junior Cadillac. Vendors sold food and other items. 


The event was produced by the Meridian Park PTSA and the Greenwood Knights with support from many local sponsors.  Results of the fundraiser will soon be shared in the Shoreline Area News and on the Meridian Park PTSA website.



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Audition for Choir of the Sound Tuesday July 21 or July 28

Join Choir of the Sound

Choir of the Sound is pleased to announce auditions for its 2015 – 2016 season. Auditions will be held at Terrace View Presbyterian Church, 4700 228th St SW Mountlake Terrace, WA 98036.

They normally rehearse Monday evenings at Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church, 14724 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155, from 7:00pm - 10:00pm.

Auditions are with director, Jeremy Matheis. Auditions will include a warm-up, interval and rhythm testing and pitch retention, and sight reading. New member auditions are July 21st and 28th from 7:00pm – 9:00pm, by appointment.

To schedule an audition, email or call 206-528-9990.



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County Council approves voting materials in Korean and Spanish

Fifty years after President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Federal Voting Rights Act into law, the Metropolitan King County Council gave its unanimous approval to broadening the historic law’s standards in King County by requiring voting materials be translated into additional languages, starting with Spanish and Korean.

“The foundation of our democracy is the right to vote – today we strengthened our democracy by ensuring more King County citizens have the ability to access that right,” said Councilmember Rod Dembowski, the author of the ordinance. 
“Today’s significant step will increase voter participation, access, and create more informed voters. As we worked towards today’s achievement, I was honored to have the help, support, and expertise of so many community leaders that represent the myriad of cultures that will now have improved access to voting materials.”

King County is one of the fastest growing regions in the country, with a rapidly growing population of individuals who speak a language other than English. According to the county demographer, one quarter of King County residents speak a language other than English at home, and close to half of them report that no one in their households speak English well or at all.

“In America, access to the ballot box is vital in getting your voice heard,” said Councilmember Larry Gossett. “The language you speak and read should not block you from the ballot box. This legislation removes a crucial barrier to exercising a basic right of living in a democracy.”

The Voting Rights Act requires that jurisdictions provide language assistance to voters if more than 10,000 members or 5 percent of the voting age citizens are members of a single-language minority group who do not “speak or understand English adequately enough to participate in the electoral process.” For King County, this standard has required election materials be provided in only two additional languages other than English — Chinese (since 2002) and Vietnamese (since 2010).

The adopted ordinance expands access to voting by broadening the standard set in Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act to include Korean and Spanish, currently the two largest groups of limited-English-proficient (LEP) King County residents, by the 2016 general election.  Other languages may be added starting in 2017.

The ordinance also makes voting registration materials available at County offices that provide services to the public.

“The Korean American Coalition of Washington enthusiastically applauds the passing of the Ordinance and we give our thanks to Councilmember Rod Dembowski and the King County Council - this new Ordinance will greatly help members of the Korean community become informed and engaged, and will encourage greater participation in the democratic process by Korean Americans in King County,” said Thomas Lee, President of the Korean American Coalition of Washington.



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Free Hamlin Park Meditative Walk this Saturday

Hamlin Park pathway
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Join walk leader Paul Timo on Saturday, July 25th at 9am for a “meditative” walk through the wooded trails of Hamlin Park.

Paul will share with the group some benefits and techniques of meditation followed by some practice walking silently along the trails.

Hamlin Park pathway
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

This walk is suggested for people interested in meditation and capable of walking silently. Walk is approximately 1.8 miles and 50 minutes with a moderate rating for some bumpy trails.

Walkers should meet at 9am at Hamlin Park, 160th St. in the first parking lot on the left by the trail head. 

The free walk is part of the Shoreline Walks community walking program sponsored by the City of Shoreline. Contact Marianne Johnson, 206-801-2638 for more information.


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Shoreline woman finalist for Ms Veteran America

Cal Mullins is running for Ms Veteran America
Echo Lake resident Cal Mullins is one of 25 finalists for the national competition Ms Veteran America: The Woman Behind the Uniform.

Proceeds from this event provide housing for homeless women Veterans and their children. Women Veterans are currently the fastest growing homeless population in America.

As part of the competition, Mullins is raising money in support of homeless women Veterans. Proceeds benefit Final Salute Inc. She has created a Facebook page for donations in her name, or you can donate via her Facebook page. Note there is another part of the competition for most number of Facebook 'likes.'

There are an estimated 55,000 homeless women veterans in the U.S. One is too many. I am interested in donations to help my sisters in arms, homeless women veterans and their children.

The winners of the competition will be named on October 18, 2015 in Las Vegas.

Working on an S-3 when I was active duty
in VQ-6 out of Jacksonville, Fl
I am open to any forms of sponsorship from services to assistance in raising funds and awareness through appearances and fundraisers.  
I appreciate this opportunity to share my good fortune and such a worthy cause with my neighbors and represent our beautiful city and state nationally.


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Storm drain and sidewalk construction closes road on NE 178th

Street being dug up for sewer replacement

Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

NE 178th St next to Brookside School is closed until September for storm drain work and the construction of a sidewalk for Brookside Elementary in Lake Forest Park. Currently major drainage work down the middle of NE 178th. Street has been done and the roadbank next to the school is being prepared for pouring the sidewalk.

Road prepared for sidewalk

This is just one phase of major public works projects in the area. See the previous article for full details of project work and road closures.

Corrected: no sewer work was done - the work was for storm drainage 07-21-2015

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Fiddler on the Roof opens July 31 - reserve your free tickets now

Aurora Theatre Company
at Shoreline City Hall Amphitheatre

The City of Shoreline, Charlie's Produce,
Intermezzo Carmine and Il Terrazzo Carmine
and Ronald United Methodist Church in association with
Aurora Theatre Company
present

"Fiddler on the Roof"
Music by Jerry Bock   Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick   Book by Joseph Stein
Directed by Scott Charles Francis

Eight FREE performances
July 31 August 1   7-8   14-15   21-22
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm
SHORELINE CITY HALL OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATRE
17500 Midvale Avenue North - Free Parking

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Recess Monkey at Third Place Commons July 25

Periscope
Photo by Kevin Fry

Popular kindie rock group Recess Monkey will present Tambourine Submarine: A Musical Odyssey Concert, Saturday, July 25, 3pm, on Third Place Commons Stage. Sponsored by the Lake Forest Park Library.

Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Take a high-energy, rocking journey aboard the imaginary “Tambourine Submarine,” a high-tech vessel that explores sea, space and time. Sing, dance and rock out with some of the Northwest’s most popular family entertainers.

Lake Forest Park Towne Centre, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155



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Piper's bagpipes stolen

3/4 sterling silver McCallum bagpipes, with boxwood mounts
stolen from piper Kevin Auld


Kevin Auld is a professional bagpipe player and the leader of the local Northwest Jr. Pipe Band that sends players to national competition in Scotland each year.

Sunday night his bagpipes were stolen from near his home on 25th NE across from Shorecrest. Here's his story.

Kevin Auld
Last night after getting home, exhausted, at 10:30pm from Portland, we unloaded the car and I accidentally left my bagpipes sitting out by the car on the street. It was a black pipe case sitting in the dark, so it was a simple mistake. This morning I couldn't find them in the house and when I checked outside they were gone. 
I spoke with a police officer today and will be filing a report. They do the work of forwarding the item description to all of the local pawn shops, which is great. 
These pipes weren't a family heirloom or an antique collectible set, but they were important to me and are my livelihood. My workhorse. They are 3/4 sterling silver McCallum bagpipes, with boxwood mounts. Also contained in the pipe case are extra band chanters, practice chanters and supplies. All told it probably is a loss of around $4000. 
This could not have come at a worse time, with the band leaving for Scotland in a few weeks and solo gigs between now and then. I do have some pipes around the house that I can play, so I should be fine for a while until I either get my own set back or can save up for some new ones.

Sometimes thieves will steal spontaneously, then when they find out it's something they can't easily sell, they will toss the item in the bushes, so be on the lookout for this local musician's pipes.



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Stock up your library at the Council of Neighborhoods Book and DVD sale Wednesday

CoN Book Sale
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

The Council of Neighborhoods annual sale of pre-owned books, CDs, and DVDs, will be held on Wednesday, July 22, during the annual Swingin' Summer Eve in Cromwell Park, 18030 Meridian Ave N, Shoreline 98133, from 5:30 to 8:30pm.

Neighborhood associations have been collecting items for sale for several months. Prices are very reasonable and buyers frequently take advantage of the available grocery bags for their purchases.

Proceeds are divided among the participating neighborhoods, and are often a large part of their yearly operating budget.



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Pearl Django returns to the North City Jazz Walk August 11

Pearl Django

Back by popular demand, Pearl Django will again perform at the Easy Monkey as part of the 9th annual North City Jazz Walk on Tuesday evening, August 11.

With a performance history spanning almost two decades, Pearl Django endures as one of the most highly regarded Hot Club style groups working today. The band’s signature style is marked by pristine and dexterous string work, colors of Bal Musette, the steady pulse of rhythm guitar and an unmistakable swing that delights audiences of all musical sensibilities.

Jazz Walk is an annual volunteer-run event that features the best jazz groups in the area, in venues from NE 175th to NE 180th on 15th NE. The street is closed for the evening and becomes a strolling boulevard with music on every side.

Music starts at 7pm.

One of the most popular acts, Greta Matassa, has been moved outside to accommodate a larger audience.

Tickets for Jazz Walk are available on the website for $15. Tickets are limited and will be $20 the day of the event.

Ticket booths at each end of the street will issue bracelets that give the wearer admission to all the venues. A map shows where each site is on the street.




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Bothell Way Culvert Replacement successful and on time

Bothell Way was closed to traffic during construction
Photo courtesy City of LFP

The City's contractor, KLB Construction, worked around the clock this weekend from Friday night, July 17 to Monday morning, July 20, 2015, to replace the undersized culvert under Bothell Way NE (SR 522) with a new, 20-foot-wide culvert that will help reduce flooding and improve fish passage. All lanes were reopened Monday morning July 20 at 5:30am.

Culvert under construction
Photo courtesy City of LFP

The SR 522 culvert replacement is part of Lake Forest Park’s Lyon Creek Flood Mitigation Project, which will reduce flooding risk, enhance stream habitat with the replacement of four culverts including the SR 522/Bothell Way NE and extensive stream channel capacity improvements.

The entire flood mitigation project will be completed in 2015. The $6.86 million project is funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the King County Flood Control District, the Washington State Department of Transportation, and the City of Lake Forest Park. The project has been designed by Davido Consulting Group, Inc. and is being built by KLB Construction.

The City has a photo journal of the entire project on their  Flickr account.



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Tickets still available for Saturday's cultural heritage music and dance performances



Saturday, July 25, 7-10pm, Shorewood High School Performing Arts Center, 17300 Fremont Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Under the direction of Ghanaian-born griot and percussionist Eben Pobee (JHP Cultural and Diversity Legacy), The Cultural Heritage is a myriad of music and dance traditions practiced by West African artists.

This year's exceptional program features world-renowned guest performers representing Ghana, Mali, Senegal, Gambia, Nigeria, Guinea, and Liberia.

Tickets are $20 and are available online.



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Party in Cromwell Park Wednesday - Swingin' Summer Eve


Swingin' Summer Eve 2015, co-sponsored by the City of Shoreline and the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Arts Council, will rock out this Wednesday in Cromwell Park, 18030 Meridian Ave N, Shoreline 98133, from 5:30pm to 8:30pm

Activities for the kids, food booths, and live music from Neil Diamond tribute band Cherry Cherry.

CoN book sale
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The Council of Neighborhoods puts on a huge pre-owned book, CD, and DVD sale at very reasonable prices - people buy by the bagful.

Listen to the music!
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Bring something to sit on to listen to the music. 

And have a wonderful time!

Schedule

5:30 - 8:30 pm

* Free Face Painting
* Games with Deano the Clown
* Inflatables with Fun Rent ($)
* Food Booths($)

* Used Book and Movie Sale Sponsored by Shoreline Council of Neighborhoods ($)

Cherry Cherry lead singer

6:30 pm

* Live music by Cherry Cherry

($) Nominal fee for these activities



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Culvert construction making good progress

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Here's what the new McAleer Creek culvert looked like at 1:30pm Sunday afternoon. Traffic was not so thick on Sunday, so the detour was working well. Police were still maintaining a watchful presence.

Crews will continue to work all night, with the expectation of having Bothell Way open again by the 6am Monday commute.



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Get out the bug spray - VW Car Show at the college

Sunday, July 19, 2015


Photos by Steven H. Robinson

Shoreline Community College hosted the annual NW Vintage VW Car Show and Swap Meet on Saturday, with a parking lot full of bugs, vans, and vintage gear.


Even the food truck was appropriate to the day - a converted VW van.


The vans all seemed to be the camping variety, with expanding tops and canopies.


Vendors and a swap meet were part of the show, including this one who had vintage coolers and carriers.

The event was sponsored by the Cascade Kombis vintage VW club, which meets monthly on the first Tuesday of each month at Spiro's Pizza and Pasta, 18411 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline (next to Fred Meyer) at 7pm (social gathering in the parking lot at 6:30pm during the summer).

For more information, contact the club.



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Shoreline City Council Meetings Monday


Monday, July 20, 2015 – Special Meeting 6:45pm


Monday, July 20, 2015 – Regular Meeting 7:00pm

Agenda Highlights

- Discussion of the Landscape Conservation and Local Infrastructure Program (LCIP) Feasibility and Findings
- Executive Session: Litigation – RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)



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WeatherWatcher: 100.4°F high temp, cool down arriving


  • Forecast
  • Last week's data
Forecast: Sunday we broke the triple digit mark at 100.4°F. This is the highest temperature we've seen since July 29, 2009 at 103.4°F. As for overnight Sunday into Monday morning, the marine air flow should bring back our natural A/C.

High temperatures this week are expected to cool back down to the mid-70's, closer to normal for this time of the year. Morning clouds will return as well with some sprinkles possible in the middle of the week.

Next weekend may warm up just a little bit from the week but I don't think at this time we'll be getting close to 90 or 100°F yet.

Last week's data:
Here's the average temperature graph for the month of July, this does not include Sunday's data yet.

Month of July 2015 compared to Station average.
by Carl Dinse
Week of July 11th - 17th:
High temperature: 83.7°F (Sunday)
Low temperature: 54.5°F (Friday)
No rainfall
Warmest day: 67.6°F (Sunday)
Coldest day: 64.9°F (Wednesday)
Average temperature: 65.9°F
Historic average: 62.7°F

For current weather conditions see Shoreline Weather



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American Legion Post 227 Meet and Greet BBQ Event


The American Legion Post 227 in Shoreline will host a “Meet and Greet” BBQ event during the hours of 12:30 to 4:00pm on Saturday, July 25, 2015.

The event is open to all U.S. Military active duty and veterans having served in the five branches of service with honorable discharge, also wartime merchant marines. The Post Auxiliary will participate as well, along with their guests.


Come and join us for free burgers and brats along with the “tasty” side dishes, salads and condiments. Let’s not forget the watermelon, soft drinks and bottled water only to be served.

Come when you can during the “grilling hours” stated above. Bring family, friends and especially your veteran friends and enjoy the conversation and fellowship.

The American Legion Post is located at 14521 - 17th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Event: Meet 'n Greet BBQ
Date: Saturday, 25 July 2015
Time: 12:30 to 4:00 PM
Location: 14521 – 17th Ave. NE, Shoreline 98155
[Behind Goodwill at NE 145th St and 15th Ave NE]



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Shorecrest 1965 Class Reunion celebrates 50 years


Shorecrest 1965 Class Reunion Coming Soon! Don't Miss Out!

Shorecrest Class of '65 Fifty Year Reunion

Reunion Celebration Saturday, August 15, 2015, 6:00pm - 11:00pm
Reception Buffet and No-host Bar
Inglewood Golf Club, 6505 Inglewood Rd NE, Kenmore 98028 (map)

Attire: Evening Casual (no jeans)

No-Host Classmate and Family Picnic, Sunday, August 16, 2015, 11:00am - 9:00pm

Edmonds City Park, 750 3rd Ave S (3rd and Howell Wy), Edmonds, WA 98020

Pack a lunch, picnic gear (folding chair or blanket, etc.) and enjoy the afternoon with friends and family. The covered shelter has cold running water, outlets and a BBQ.
Classmates from Shorecrest ’64-’66 and Shoreline ’65 have been invited to join us. 

Classmate Basic Package: Reunion and Classmate Connection $110.

Online reservations end midnight August 11, 2015.
Price increases at the door.




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NW SolarFest Sustainable Living Fair - next Saturday July 25


NW SolarFest is next Saturday, July 25, 10am to 5pm, Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

NW SolarFest is the place to go to learn about all the different options available for transitioning to a more sustainable lifestyle.

Sustainable living can include a more comfortable home and work place that costs less to heat and cool, healthier living choices, less costly transportation choices, and the creation of a vibrant community. 

NW SolarFest is the largest running, locally produced sustainable living fair in the Puget Sound region with 90+ vendors and exhibits. This annual event brings together businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and people to share information and provide motivation to move on the path to sustainability. 

Enjoy exhibits, participate at Conversation Stations, and have fun in the KIDZone. Enjoy the food and entertainment. Take the family and make a day of it. 

Enter the Urban County Fair for fun and prizes. 5 competition categories – Backyard Floral Arrangement, Container Garden (edible or ornamental) , Restyled Clothing/Wearables, Recycle / Upcycle Idea, Food Art 

NW SolarFest is an outdoor annual regional event supported by Shoreline Community College and the City of Shoreline, and is organized by Shoreline Solar Project. Major sponsors include Solar Washington, Itek Energy, Seattle City Light and A and R Solar. 

Admission and parking is free. 

For Urban County Fair Entries see our previous story.

Contact Maryn Wynne at Shoreline Solar Project for more information, 206-306-9233. 



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Tech Talk: Microsoft really wants you to move to Windows 10


By Brian Boston

Though the mainstream press been quiet about it until recently, the tech press been very busy around the impending launch of Windows 10. Starting July 20, you will see a lot more about it as Microsoft starts its advertising campaign for Windows 10, with an associated charitable effort, Upgrade Your World.

It won't be like quite like launch of Windows 95 in August nearly 20 years ago or even the Windows 7 or 8 launches in October 2009 and 2012. Thirteen cities around the world will host fan celebrations. And, as you would expect, there will stuff happening at the local Microsoft stores and associated retailers.

The celebration on your PC actually started a month or so ago. Nearly all of you running Windows 7 or 8.1 right now have evidence on your computer that Microsoft wants to you to upgrade. It’s this little Windows Flag on the “System tray” portion of the Taskbar, next to the date and time.


For most people on 7 or 8.1 who are receiving automatic updates, this flag quietly showed up on June 1str though the update itself has sitting in the Optional Updates since March. It was discovered and documented by ZDNet blogger and Windows book author, Ed Bott in April. What changed is that the Optional update (known as KB3035583) was upgraded to an “Important” update, the kind of priority update that is automatically updates the system..

When you hover over the flag, a little pop-up makes its purpose clear, “Get Windows 10.”

That’s not all. Should you go to Windows Update in either 7 or 8.1, a banner appears on that screen as well (providing no updates are pending).



Can I make this go away?
Yes, you can uninstall KB3035583 in Control Panel/Programs/Uninstall a program after clicking on “View installed updates.” the flag and banner will go away. While it will be one of the more convenient ways to get Windows 10, it won’t be the only way..

The question is whether you really want to do so.


Annoyance or Opportunity
Some critics have said this little flag is “ad-ware,” downloaded without permission, imploring you to upgrade to the next available version of Windows. However, the defining element of most adware, the desire to sell you something is missing. Microsoft just wants to you get it.

More than anything, Microsoft wants Windows 10 to be the new baseline for PCs, an operating system that today’s software developers will gear all their new and existing programs towards. An OS version that computer manufacturers will embrace completely without feeling the need to offer alternative versions. A version that everyone just uses. And, for a time, Microsoft is willing to give the OS away to make that happen.

Upon release, Windows 10 will be free to all qualified systems (Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1) for the next year after its release. So, Microsoft is offering you the opportunity to download this version at no cost to you, other than the use of an Internet connection. This is largely a consumer opportunity as system running the large business version of Windows (known as Enterprise version) don’t receive this benefit.

Should I upgrade?
Though Microsoft has gone to a lot of trouble and expense to make as easy as possible to upgrade, it doesn’t mean that you have to upgrade right now. Many people simply move to a new version of Windows when they buy a new computer. Or, they wait a few months to let Microsoft get the “kinks” out of the product.

Or they never upgrade at all. That’s what Microsoft is trying to avoid. Normally, Microsoft Windows’ worst competition is the previous version of the operating system. The competition for Windows 10 is the last two versions of operating system. The negative impression of Windows 8 slowed its adoption, leaving a large number of people still on Windows 7. Last year, many people who had to leave the comfort of Windows XP after a decade or more went to Windows 7 to avoid using Windows 8 or 8.1. Microsoft wants to avoid making Windows 7, another “XP.”

But this doesn't answer the question of whether you should upgrade. That is really your decision, but the next set of Tech Talk posts will be dedicated to helping you make that decision as well as how to reserve a free upgrade for your system. Whether you chose to upgrade now, later, or never, I do recommend reserving a copy to keep your options open.

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Boston LegacyWorks, LLC offers talks and individual help on technology topics, troubleshooting and tutoring on PC usage, and services so you can manage and maintain your computer, your network of computers, or how they connect with the world. Contact us for information on how we can help you.



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Ten things to know about Brewfest - Saturday, Aug 8

Saturday, August 8, from 3pm to 7pm

BrewFest! Here's what you need to know:

1.   It is a 21+ event. One of the few in Shoreline. Human adults only.

2.   Your ticket includes food and 10 5-oz tastes of local brews. You will need to look at the program and make a game plan!

Pride of Place - the Golden Growler
for best in show

3.   You get to vote for the best of the best. That brewer takes home the Golden Growler!

4.   Tickets are $30 in advance, $40 at the door if they're still available. Limited designated driver tickets are available online only for $15.

5.   Tickets are now on sale at BeerFests.com (no more will call)

6.   Tickets are also now available at Beach House Greetings, 626 NW Richmond Beach Rd. Cash or check only, but no convenience fees - and the shop is super cute!

7.   You can volunteer! We're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online Sign-up and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming Sign-ups. Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
    1. Click this link to see our Sign-Up on VolunteerSpot
    2. Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
    3. Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

8.   This year's music will be offered by the Richmond Beach Ramblers, serving up some rockabilly-style music to complement the brats, pulled pork, pretzel necklaces and great beer.

9.   4-Corners BrewFest benefits the four neighborhoods that meet at the intersection of Richmond Beach Road NW and 8th Ave NW, and one local charity. This year's charity is the Sunset Memorial Garden. Find out about that here!

10.  It is held at the Innis Arden Clubhouse on Saturday, August 8, from 3pm to 7pm.



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Art Exhibit at Shoreline City Hall opens July 29

The Art Gallery at Shoreline City Hall
PRESENTS

“Lost Documents”

A Group Exhibition Featuring:

Yadesa Bojia, painting
Nicole Brauch, mixed media
Cathy Fields, painting
Terra Holcomb, photography
Karen Mahardy, glass

July 29 - October 23, 2015

Reception / Open House with Artists in Attendance
During Arts al Fresco Celebration
Grand Opening of Piano Time, Artscape, and the City Hall Gallery:
Thursday, August 6, 6 – 8pm

1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors, Shoreline City Hall. 17500 Midvale Ave. N     
Regular Gallery Hours: Monday to Friday 9 - 5



The world can be a fleeting place. We hear the latest news and even last week’s events fade away like a lost document. These artists unearth some of the lost documents before they completely disappear, from Holcomb’s ephemeral outfits in the outdoors, to Mahardy’s abstracted forms distilled out of the feeling of vast landscapes, to Fields’ places that tell us more than maps or photographs, to Brauch’s personal memories, to Bojia’s invitation to see what is easily ignored.

Yadesa Bojia, untitled acrylic


Yadesa uses art to document, cherish and celebrate life, and to address the pressing issues like moral values, economical challenges, class, health and racial inequalities.

Born in Ethiopia, Yadesa remembers murals often found in Ethiopian Orthodox churches. These murals used line drawings filled with bold, vibrant colors. In Seattle, he’s come to study and also appreciate the diverse art of the Northwest as well as Western art in general. In 2010, Yadesa’s design was chosen for the African Union Flag. (Shoreline artist designs bright symbol for African Union flag).

Nicole Brauch, Cities and the Dead (Argia)
acrylic, paper, encaustic, glass, cork, verathane, paprika


Nicole’s work is derived from personal history - either told or uncovered. She documents the memories of people, things and moments, and merges the personal with the historical. Her work evokes the mystical, absence and melancholy and the passage of time. Eggs become symbols of life, renewal and waiting. Faceless or obscured figures hint at the universality of human nature.

Nicole earned her BFA from Cornish College of the Arts, and has exhibited internationally.

Cathy Fields - Treehouse 2 - Acrylics

Cathy’s art reflects her appreciation for, and musings about, the world around her. This particular body of work was inspired by influences that shape our communities: the power of a place, climate, resource supply, and the strength of the residents’ combined cultural past. To stretch her awareness about our times and culture, Cathy continually tests out theories, researches new information, or expands on previous ideas. Cathy’s works blends the real world with imagined worlds. 

In addition to art exhibiting her art, Cathy has received public commissions for portable works and murals, created illustrations and had her work included on movie sets.

Terra Holcomb - She Speaks for the Trees - photograph

Terra is a Pacific Northwest environmental artist who uses photography to capture her ephemeral creations made from natural materials. Her works are meditations on life cycles, transformations and our changing climate. She has refashioned mussel shells into an elaborate gown, flower petals and garden insects into mandalas. 

She has given talks about her artistic process at Town Hall in Seattle, received awards for her wearable art and was highlighted in a 2015 Trend Guide in Germany. She can be found in the Olympic rainforest, the Yakima canyons or the Methow Valley forests. Fittingly, she was named Terra for being born on the first Earth Day.

Karen Mahardy - Phantom - glass

Karen is a Seattle based Glass artist who uses folded glass to express relationships between places, events and people. In her work she explores capturing the essence and energy of a specific place, experience, or relationship. She does this by focusing on the point where the work is in a state of becoming and contains action, as if movement were frozen in time. She captures, in the simplest manner, the energy of a long rolling wave crashing on the beach, the feeling of land jutting out into the sea, or the expanse of the open ocean as it breaks land.

Karen received the 2012 Bullseye Glass EMERGE Best Newcomer and Academic awards. She completed her MFA in Glass from Rochester Institute of Technology and exhibited with Bullseye Gallery at SOFA Chicago. 

The opening reception is part of “Arts al Fresco” which also celebrates the opening of "Piano Time" (artist enhanced pianos) and Artscape Sculpture Installations on city hall grounds and park.

Shoreline City Hall is located at 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133. For more information contact David Francis, Public Art Coordinator, 206-801-2661; and the Arts Council at 206-417- 4645. Artist statements and biographies available online.

Photo credits by individual artists. 



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Culvert replacement jams traffic in Lake Forest Park

Saturday, July 18, 2015

Bothell Way
Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

This is the weekend that Bothell Way is shut down for a major modification.

The culvert under Bothell Way has needed replacement for many years as it was too small to handle the stormwater runoff and frequently flooded the shopping center stores and lower parking lot.

It also was a bottleneck for migrating salmon.

Culvert construction

Construction started Friday evening and will continue until 6:30am Monday morning unless the project is completed sooner.

The section of Bothell Way between Brookside Boulevard and Ballinger Way is closed to all traffic.

Northbound traffic on Brookside detour

This has caused a major headache for locals and commuters alike.

Entrance to mall from Ballinger Way

Police have been placed at all stations of the detour to keep traffic flowing smoothly.

Eastbound on 178th

Saturday afternoon it was taking a minimum of a half hour to navigate the detour up Brookside Boulevard to NE 178 and then over to Ballinger Way and then down to Bothell Way again.

McAleer Creek was diverted during construction

McAleer Creek was diverted from the creek bed and pumped past the work site before being returned to the creek bed again.

The new culvert is in place already and sits many feet lower than the old culvert did. The creekbed is also being widened to accommodate storm flow during winter storms.



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