Shorewood Boys tennis Fall 2015

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Shorewood Tennis Team Captains,
Kyle Berquist and Hugh Gaevert
Photo by Arnie Moreno

The Shorewood boys tennis team begins its defense of their last season league championship Tuesday September 8 versus WesCo 4A league power Kamiak high school.

They host the Kamiak Knights at 3:30pm at Shorewood courts. Leading the team will be co-captains Hugh Gaevert and Kyle Berquist.

The T-Birds return 11 players from last year's 15-1 overall and 13-0 in WesCo 3A team. Berquist was a District 1 qualifier in doubles and Gaevert was one of the team's leading singles players.

Even though the team lost senior Cameron McDowell to graduation, the Thunderbirds will be very experienced in singles and doubles. Three of last year's top singles players, Gaevert, Jack Bong and Gunnar Thorstenson, return to form a formidable line up, along with Berquist, in singles. Doubles teams of Joseph Jang and Peter Smith, Cameron Harford and Simon Forinash solidify the doubles line up.

--Arnie Moreno



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Luau themed Karaoke / Bingo night Friday at Senior Center



Make your reservations online Wednesday for Friday's Luau themed Karaoke Bingo Night at the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center

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NE 178th to be closed for a week for road and culvert project

NE 178th between Brookside Blvd and 37th Ave NE in Lake Forest Park will be closed due to road and culvert work for approximately one week. This will affect school transportation and local traffic.

The project, in the vicinity of Brookside Elementary School, features much needed non-motorized safety improvements including curb, gutter and sidewalk; bicycle lane; pedestrian-activated crosswalk signals; low-impact development construction features including permeable cement concrete sidewalks; and a fish-friendly replacement of the McAleer Creek culvert under NE 178th Street.

The project is moving forward with completion targeted for December.



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New Boutique featuring Pacific Northwest Art opening Sept 12


Nomad Northwest pleased to announce a Ridgecrest Neighborhood Association Block Party and our Grand Opening on September 12, 2015.

Nomad Northwest is an exclusive trading post boasting an inventory of gifts for all occasions, one-of-a-kind home goods and juried local crafts, jewelry and bath selections.

Shopping here is about supporting a hyperlocal craft economy and forming a hub of creativity outside of the Greater Seattle area. All art, jewelry, soaps and candles are proudly handcrafted by Pacific Northwest artists.

“It’s like Anthropologie meets affordability..” Dan Eernissee, Economic Development Program Manager for the City of Shoreline

Bring the family to enjoy street food, live music, kids art booth, art exhibition, and a unique shopping experience in Ridgecrest at our Grand Opening celebration from 5:00pm to 9:00pm on September 12, 2015. Visit us at the shop and see our webpage for hours and new developments.

“Your shop is like Pinterest ... but in REAL life.” Megan, Barista, Cafe Aroma

Nomad Northwest, 509 NE 165th Street, Suite B, Shoreline, WA 98155 206-659-6934, email.



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Willow tree to be taken down

Willow tree to be taken down
Photo by Jerry Pickard

The willow tree at the corner of Ballinger Way and Bothell Way in Lake Forest Park appeared to be all right after the portions damaged in the August 28 windstorm were cut away.

However, the City Arborist examined the tree and conducted an assessment which determined the tree needs to be removed.

While on site, the arborist also examined four white birch trees in the vicinity that had been previously examined in July 2013 and found to be infected with the bronze birch borer beetle. The birch trees have had additional beetle damage since 2013, and are also recommended for removal.



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Former Shoreline music educator honored on his 90th birthday

Monday, September 7, 2015

Tom Rodrique
A quarter century of music in Shoreline Schools
Photo by Michael Robbins

By Jean Evelyn Monce (aka Strandberg/Bryant)

On August 29, 2015 a party was thrown for Tom Rodrique at the Edmonds Senior Center in celebration of his 90th birthday on Sept. 14, 2015.

Over 150 former students and their families, former colleagues, and a host of friends joined in the celebration of this wonderful man who brought such joy and good humor to all whom he met.

Ken Noreen, who was the band director at Shorecrest when Tom was the orchestra conductor, gave the most amazing speech about Tom and what a wonderful person he was to work with all of their years together.

Tom and his wife Evelyn met while both were playing in the Seattle Youth Symphony in the 1940s and were married in 1950. Tom became the assistant conductor of the Youth Symphony, and conductor of the Little Symphony (the training orchestra), positions he held until leaving in l959.

His association with the Shoreline School District began in 1957 when he taught in their Summer Music Program. He was hired full-time the following year and taught at Briarcrest Elementary and Morgan Junior High. He taught at Alderwood, Brookside, Echo Lake, North City and Parkwood elementaries. He also taught at the junior high schools - Cordell Hull and Kellogg Junior High as well as Morgan Junior High where he started.

Ken Noreen (left) was the band director and Bruce MacDougall (right)
was a history teacher with Tom (center) at Shorecrest
Photo by Michael Robbins

When Shorecrest High School opened in 1962, Tom became the Orchestra Conductor—a role he filled so amazingly for twenty-one years until his retirement in 1983.

Students who were privileged to start with him in elementary school or in junior high continued their music on through senior high school, which was quite a tribute to the special influence he had on them.

He introduced them to wonderful classical repertoire and to Broadway musicals, directing twelve musicals during his years at Shorecrest.

His enthusiasm, musicianship and great rapport with the students kept them involved.

Perhaps his influence was best expressed some years ago in a poem written by Gordon Bauers who was the Principal at Briarcrest Elementary School where Tom first worked his Magic.

The final verse of his poem “A GOLDEN TEACHER” reads:
“If I could give a helping hand
To every student in the land
I would give a gift unique
To each a Teacher like Tom Rodrique”

A Life full of Love well-lived. 



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For the Birds: Bird Migration is a happening thing

Black-headed Grosbeak male eating black-oil seed

Photos and Text by Christine Southwick

Gone are the Willow and the Olive-sided Flycatchers. Gone are the Orange-crowned and the Yellow-rumped Warblers. Most all of the warblers except for our hardy Townsend’s Warblers have also left for their wintering grounds further south.

Did you know that most songbirds migrate during the night, and find perches in the mornings? If you are an early-riser, like I am, you may hear bird calls, different from the calls of our backyard birds.

Swainson's Thrush

Western Tanagers, Black-headed Grosbeaks, and Swainson’s Thrushes are some of the migrating birds that I heard just this morning. I know that Wilson’s Warblers are on their way south though I didn’t hear them. There were probably others, and certainly there were others that flew earlier in darkness.

Why fly in the dark? Flocks of songbirds would be great targets for all sorts of raptors—Sharp-shinned and Cooper’s Hawks, Merlin and Peregrine Falcons. Even Red-tailed Hawks might find flocks too tempting to ignore. By flying at night, birds eliminate that danger. By flying high at night, they don’t have to worry about owls either. Sun and heat raising from the ground taxes their energy faster than cold, so flying at night saves energy. If it is too cold, birds will wait, rest, and feed at stops along their migration route.

Wilson's Warbler near rock in dripping bird bath

This month is the changing of the guard — Dark-eyed Juncos will increase in numbers, and stay in our yards through the winter until about April or May. Varied Thrushes and Fox Sparrows will start appearing in yards with leaves on the ground and in brushy areas. Himalayan blackberries are a favorite with these two species, both for protection from the elements and predators, and for food sources—spiders and other delectables.

Yellow-rumped Warbler at bird bath

The longer the migration, the more fat (fat equals energy and stamina) they need. Just before a long migration, some birds will double their weight, and then fly straight through the whole night. Amazing feats of distance have been logged now that there are newer ways of measuring individual bird flight.

You can help these migrants, and our wintering birds, by keeping food in your feeders. Water is just as important, and will bring many travelers down into your yard. Several of my pictures show migrants as they bathed, drank, and probably partook for the smorgasbord offered by my feeders.



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32nd Democrats meet Wednesday



32nd District Democratic Organization Monthly Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at the Richmond Masonic Hall, 753 N 185th St, Shoreline.

6:30pm Socialize and Set-up, 7:00pm Meeting.
On the agenda:
  • Resolution in support of the Iran Nuclear Agreement
  • Resolution supporting the passage of the Washington Voting Rights Act

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Willow tree survives storm

Photo by Jerry Pickard

The signature willow tree at corner of Ballinger Way and Bothell Way, behind City Hall, survived the August 28 windstorm.

One-third of the tree broke off during the storm, but the main tree is still standing. Damaged parts were cut away. The footpath between city hall and the Ballinger-Bothell Way intersection is now clear.



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SOLD OUT: Get your tickets for Merrilee Rush and the Viceroys

Merrilee Rush
Get your tickets (advance only) for Angel of the Morning and Granny’s Pad!

They are going fast for the “Rock Your Socks Off!” show and dance featuring Merrilee Rush and the Viceroys at the "old Shoreline High School Lunchroom" now known as the Shoreline Room at the north end of the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave NE.

Get a flash-back to your high school days on Saturday September 26.

Merrilee was a very popular local act who had a national hit still played on Oldies stations - Angel of the Morning. It earned her a Grammy nomination for female vocalist of the year in 1968.

She has continued to perform around the Northwest.

Tickets are $35. No-host beer and wine, silent auction items and a live auction for a cruise brunch with Merrilee! The event is a benefit for the Shoreline Historical Museum.


Enjoy a blast from the past!

Updated 09-25-2015



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The Odd Plant Show and Sale - this weekend Sept 12-13

opuntias


The always fascinating Odd Plant Show and Sale takes place this weekend at Sky Nursery, 18528 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

  • Saturday, September 12 - 9am - 6pm
  • Sunday, September 13 - 10am - 4pm

Come see a great display of unusual cacti and succulents at The Odd Plant Show and Sale with the Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society.

There are displays, sales, and free advice on growing these prickly prizes!



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CAN DO: Low Impact Exercise Class

Low Impact Exercise Class - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm at the Shoreline-LFP Senior Center.

Learn a variety of exercises to increase muscular strength, range of motion, boost your energy level, burn calories, and reduce stress -- all while the instructor adapts to your individual needs.

Cancer survivors and those with lymphedema are encouraged to come. First timers please come 10 minutes early to fill out forms.

Fee: $6.00 for Senior Center members; $7.00 for non-members. Special fee for cancer survivors: $3.00 per session. Toshiko Aramaki is the instructor:

Toshiko is a cancer survivor and an ACSM/ACS certified Cancer Exercise Trainer. She feels that her recovery was made easier by maintaining a good exercise routine. As a way of giving back, she wants to offer a reduced fee for the Low Impact class to cancer survivors. Survivors, including those dealing with lymphedema are encouraged to attend the class. You are always welcome to come observe the class while in session.

The Senior Center is the southern-most building on the Shoreline Center campus, 18560 1st Ave NE, facing NE 185th. Parking in South lot.



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Police action for the weeks of 8-24 and 8-31

From the Shoreline Police blotters for the weeks of 8-24 and 8-31

8-24-2015

Suspect booked for attempting to steal $161.32 worth of laundry detergent from Aurora Haggen's.

Problems for Tent City 3 residents - one resident was arrested on a felony warrant for escape from community custody, another was high on meth and jaywalked across 145th St.

25 pages of routine police work:

  • domestic fights, including one where the two parties were required to spent the night apart;
  • shoplifting;
  • remands into custody from Shoreline court;
  • one burglary;
  • theft of backpacks, wallets, purses, credit cards, bicycle, cell phone;
  • identify theft and other fraud;
  • one car thief caught in the act;
  • indecent exposure at transit center;
  • one car prowl; 
  • someone caught peering under the stalls in the men's room at Shoreline library; 
  • one each Trespassed from Goldie's and the Shoreline Motel
  • unknown female suspected of stealing two vibrators from Lover's Package
  • public drug use
  • stolen license plates, found license plates
  • someone stole the tip jar from the Supreme Being Drive-Thru Coffee Stand
  • dumpster diving at Cash America
  • lots of traffic stops that led to drivers with warrants, improper paperwork, guns, drugs, DUI
  • Amazon delivery stolen from front porch
  • graffiti along 155th
8-31-2015

8-24  Vehicle parked / abandoned in posted no parking zone on 12th NE so crews were unable to complete scheduled road surface replacement
8-24  Grandma got caught by "grandson scam" and wired money to scammer
8-24  Car parked at Shoreline Stadium was prowled and purse taken
8-25  Six people arrested during the day for shoplifting from Goodwill - $4-10 worth of stuff
8-25  Two people contacted who were sleeping in Echo Lake Park after dark - both had drugs
8-26  Someone broke a window at Einstein with a concrete block and spray painted a circle on a door
8-26  Daughter called police to report that father had assaulted mother, but both parents denied it
8-27  NW 193 and 22nd NW - adults arguing with teenagers who speed through neighborhood resulted in one person being pushed
8-27  Graffiti in Richmond Beach park
8-27  Little Store burglarized but suspect tracked with K-9 and caught
8-28  Child wandered into traffic and tobacco store while mother slept
8-28  Graffiti in Twin Ponds park
8-29  Real estate agent received harassing, threatening phone call from home owner



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Donate gently used children's clothing on Wednesday

Sunday, September 6, 2015


The Shoreline PTA Council clothing room - The Works - had a wonderful time handing out clothing to families in need at the Back to School event on August 28.

But now their stocks are depleted. They need clothing for children who transfer in during the year, who outgrow or wear out their clothing during the school year.

If you are clearing out your closets of outgrown, gently worn children's clothing, The Works will be at their portable this Wednesday September 9, from 6-8:30pm and would happily accept your donations. 816 NE 190th St, southwest side of the North City Elementary school building.

Donations forms for income tax are available.

For more information, contact Lori Woodfield, 206-601-7895.



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Photos: Portage Bay Big Band had dancers on the floor Saturday night

Photo by Jerry Pickard

The Portage Bay Big Band brought out the dancers Saturday night as old and younger danced to the music of the 40s and 50s.

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Todd Nordling and Hannah Scott sang vocals and Pete Anderson soloed on trombone.

Live music every Friday and Saturday night at Third Place Commons on the upper level of Town Center, intersection of Ballinger Way and Bothell Way in Lake Forest Park.

Corrected spelling of name 09-07-2015 11:55pm

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What the book clubs are reading

Here are what the local book groups are reading and discussing (and sometimes knitting). All these groups are open to new members - just show up.

Richmond Beach Library Book Discussion Group

Monday, 9/14/2015, 7-9pm, Richmond Beach Library Meeting Room. 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline 98177. Directions here.

The Big Burn: Teddy Roosevelt and the fire that saved America by Timothy Egan.

Shoreline Library Book Discussion Group 

Monday, 9/14/2015, 7-8:30pm, Shoreline Library Large Meeting Room, 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline 98155.

Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier.

LFP - Good Knits Book Club

Thursday, 9/10/2015 - 7-8:00pm, Third Place Commons Stadler Meeting Room, Town Center, intersection of Ballinger Way and Bothell Way, Lake Forest Park 98155.
 
The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg.

Join us to knit or crochet while we discuss The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion, a fun mystery centered around four girls who worked at a filling station in 1943 and had truck drivers changing their routes just to visit. Bring your own project or help us reach our goal of providing 200 hats for the homeless in December. New to knitting? Come at 6:30 and get a free lesson.

Our next meeting will be October 12, when we will discuss The Funeral Makers by Cathie Pelletier.

Kenmore Evening Book Group

Monday, 9/28/2015, 7-8:45pm, Kenmore Library Room 1, 6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmore 98028

Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls



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Journey to Hobbiton with Gena Reebs

Gena Reebs at Hobbiton

The Shire, Middle-Earth  / Special Art Exhibit
Gena Reebs (Photography)

Artist Reception / Open House
Thursday, Sept. 10, 4-7pm
20152 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline 98155

We are pleased to bring this Special Art Exhibit to Garden Essentia - Photographer Gena Reebs of Seattle, brings 'The Hobbit' back to life with photos from Hobbiton, New Zealand. Her photography, uniquely presented on metal, will be on display September 10 thru September 26.

Photo - Sophie Billberry's Rocker - ©genareebs 2014

Artist Statement
Gena grew up in Kansas, lived through tornadoes and moved to the Emerald City. Like Dorothy in the land of Oz, she journeyed through her viewfinder Down Under into the peaceful and beautiful land of the Hobbits' Shire.

She found it filled with vibrant color, glowing light and astounding natural loveliness. Gena made these images to share the charm of the Hobbits' homes and village. Gena loves becoming immersed into the creative zone as she shoots images. She loses track of time and becomes fully present. Moment by moment, she sees the world with fresh eyes, exploring and discovering nuances of light, color, texture, line, form and movement.

You may view other images Gena has shot in different worlds here.

"In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to sit down on or to eat: it was a hobbit hole, and that means comfort."



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Shoreline author signs books at Third Place Books

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Author David Matthews (right) and Illustrator Johnny Skjelbred signed their book "The Star Dancing Girls" at Third Place Books Saturday night. They had a very good turnout for the event.

The book is a children's story about two star dancing friends who wanted to be born on earth together.
It is available at Third Place Books, and other outlets.

David is a Shoreline resident.



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Outdoor movie raises funds for Children's Hospital Saturday



Outdoor Movie Night and Raffle Saturday, September 12, 2015 featuring “Big Hero 6” at the Innis Arden Clubhouse, 1430 NW 188th St, Shoreline 98177.

6:00pm doors open - 7:30pm raffle - 8:00pm movie

The event is sponsored by The Little Lemon Drops Junior Guild.
The Little Lemon Drops Junior Guild (LLD) of Seattle Children’s Hospital is an enthusiastic group of 16 girls, ages 10 to 17 years old that are doing what they can to help provide kids an opportunity to receive the highest quality healthcare, regardless of their ability to pay. The LLD Guild was founded in 2007 as a way to teach the girls how to give back to the community.

Can parents drop off their kids?  What is the parental guidance for this event?
Unfortunately this is not a drop-off event, however if parents would like to make arrangements to have another adult take their child and be responsible for them, that is just fine.

How much is admission to the movie/fundraiser?
A suggested donation for the movie is $5.00 at the door. Movie concessions, treats and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be being available for purchase. Optional raffle tickets are $10.00 each and for sale before and at the event.  Seating is limited so arrive early!

What is the money raised going to be used for?
The LLD Junior Guild raises money for uncompensated care for patients at Seattle Children’s Hospital.  At last year's fundraiser, we raised over $8,000!  Seattle Children’s never turns away a patient, meaning regardless of a patient’s ability to pay, they will be provided care at the Hospital.

How do I get to the Innis Arden Clubhouse?
The Clubhouse is located at 1430 NW 188th Street, Shoreline, WA.  Click HERE for directions.

How much money should I bring?
Entrance is a suggested donation of $5. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase before and during the show. Optional raffle tickets are $10.00 each and available for sale from a LLD member or at the door the night of the event.

What prizes can I win from the raffle?
Your $10 raffle ticket purchase (*contact a LLD before the event or purchase your ticket at the door) enters you into a drawing to win some amazing prizes, such as a hotel stays, restaurant gift certificates, gift cards, a ‘Gift Card’ basket, a ‘Movie Night’ basket and much more!

What if I want to buy a raffle ticket but cannot attend the event?
No problem!  Just contact your Little Lemon Drop Junior Guild member directly to buy a raffle ticket or contact us through our website.
You do not need to be present to win!

What kind of beverages and food will be served?
Adults will be able to make a donation for a beer or glass of wine at the event.  At the concession stand, there will be assorted sodas and water, as well as pizza, popcorn and candy.

What should I bring?
Bring blankets and/or low back chairs to sit on the grassy field. After the sun goes down it will be chilly, so feel free to bring additional blankets and warm clothing. Flashlights are helpful to find your belongings after the show.

Do I need to bring a chair?
Not unless you want to. Seating will be available on a grassy field so if you prefer to sit on a chair instead of a blanket or the ground, please feel free to bring a low back chair.

What is the rating of the movie?
"Big Hero 6" is rated PG.  Click HERE for more information and to view the movie trailer.

Can my whole family attend?
Yes. Please note that the movie is suitable for children of all ages.

How late will the event go until?
The movie will begin at dusk, which is approximately 7:45 p.m. The movie is 1 hour and 40 minutes long so the event will end just around 9:30 p.m.

What age group do you expect will be attending?
All family members are invited to attend. Additionally, we expect adults to also come and enjoy the event, as there will be adult beverages on hand.

Can I bring a friend?
Yes!  Just make sure their parent(s) are joining them or there is another adult chaperone with them for the event.



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32nd GOP meets Thursday


The King County 32nd Legislative District GOP will meet Thursday, September 10, 7-9pm, in the Hamlin Room in the south wing of the Shoreline Conference Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline.





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Chair-Supported Yoga

This easy alternative to regular yoga utilizes a chair for help in transitioning to and from the floor, and for certain seated exercises.

Swedish Edmonds, 21601 76th Ave W, Edmonds, WA 98026

Every Monday and Wednesday, Sept. 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 and 30 from 5:30-6:30pm.
$12 per class, payable in class by check or cash only.




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Labor Day services - transit, libraries, and garbage

In observance of Labor Day, King County Metro Transit operates a Sunday / holiday schedule on Monday, Sept. 7.

If your bus does not normally operate on a Sunday, it will not operate on Monday. The holiday schedule means that many commuter bus routes will not be in service that day. Bus riders should check the schedule for their routes, as well as scheduled event and construction reroutes. Sunday fares are in effect on all Metro service on Labor Day.

ST Express and Link run a Sunday schedule. No Sounder.

Libraries Closed for Labor Day

Garbage / Recycling Services
Recology CleanScapes: All services are on a normal schedule for Labor Day.

Republic Services will collect normally on the Labor Day holiday, Monday, September 7, 2015, and there will be no service delays during the holiday week. Put your carts out as usual. Note: Republic Services’ customer service department will be closed on the 7th. Looking ahead, there will be no changes to the normal pickup schedule for the Veterans Day holiday. 



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SummerSet Arts Festival Celebrating Ronald Bog

Blue Heron Canoe Family Journey
Saturday September 12 Noon to 5:00pm

Join the Shoreline Historical Museum at Ronald Bog Saturday September 12 for a beautiful day of arts and heritage - Celebrate the return of the Cranberry to this historic meeting place and enjoy performances by the kw`aX'wad'ad'achi Cultural Family, and presentation of the Canoe by the Blue Heron Canoe Family.

Make art, see art and be art! Walk the maze and the Shoreline Rotary Arboretum and more!

Ronald Bog Park is located at North 175th and Meridian Ave N in Shoreline. Parking is nearby at the Meridian Park school, across Meridian from the park.

Sponsored by the City of Shoreline, Meridian Park Neighborhood Association, 4Culture, Shoreline Arts Council, Shoreline Rotary Foundation, Recology-Cleanscapes, Shoreline Historical Museum.



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Lake Forest Park soccer coach wins $30,000 on NBC show

Alice Currah on the set of Food Fighters
with host Adam Richman
Photo by Greg Gayne/NBC

Lake Forest Park mom and soccer coach Alice Currah won $30,000 from her appearance on the primetime NBC show Food Fighters in the episode aired September 3.

The show features one home cook pitting his/her best dishes against five professional chefs. The home cook chooses five dishes, then cooks them one at a time against a pro. Each does their own interpretation of the dish. The competing dishes are served to a "dinner party" of randomly picked foodies from around the country. The dinner party votes for the winner of each round.

During the show, they indulge in friendly trash talk while the host runs to each one to show what they are doing.

This is not a good show to watch when you are hungry!

Alice's dishes were Clams in Curry Sauce, Black Cod and Broccoli, Pumpkin Pie, Chicken Wings, and Pork Fried Rice. Her pumpkin pie, wrapped in won ton and deep fried, won, as did her Pork Fried Rice which she cooked in traditional Korean style.

Alice's goal was to win enough money to take her mother back to Korea to visit family that she hadn't seen for 50 years, since she immigrated to Seattle.

The recipes and full episodes are online at the show's website. Alice publishes a food blog called Savory Sweet Life.



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Help support the Shoreline Veterans Memorial

Saturday, September 5, 2015

Shoreline Veterans Plaza
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The Shoreline Veterans Association (SVA) is looking for your help to complete the Shoreline Veterans Plaza at Shoreline City Hall. They are currently $25,000 short of completing their project, specifically the seven 4 feet tall obelisks that honor all branches of the military.

SVA Chairman Dwight Stevens reports that all five benches have been sold thanks to Harley O’Neil, the Shoreline Rotary Club, Sheetmetal Workers Local #66, the Shoreline Elks #1800 and 40 Et 8 Veterans. However only 150 standard bricks ($100 each) and 10 double size bricks in the Ring of honor ($1,000 each) have been purchased. Over 2,500 fliers were distributed at local events and businesses, however, a limited number have been returned. There is space for over 1,000 bricks total.

The SVA would like to thank the following organizations and businesses for their support of this project with a donation of $1,000 or more: the City of Shoreline, King County, American Legion Post 227, Recology CleanScapes, Chuck Olson Chevrolet, Carter Subaru Shoreline and individuals Harley O’Neil, Dick Deal, Philip Oakes and Frank and Phyllis Moll.

Dwight Stevens at Jazz Walk
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The project is currently under construction at Shoreline City Hall located on Midvale Ave and 175th Street. Bricks will be engraved on site once a minimum number has been purchased.

Donations for construction are welcome! To purchase a brick or for more information, please go to www.shorelineveterans.com or contact lynn@shorelineveterans.com or call Dwight Stevens at (206) 246-2894.



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zulily Sample Sale for a Good Cause


Just in time for back to school, Shoreline Bargain Boutique has a large collection of sample clothes from our corporate partner zulily.

We have all sizes from baby to adult, all brand new! You can’t beat the prices starting at $1.50 to $4.50 on select items.



Hurry and stop by Seattle Children's Hospital Shoreline Bargain Boutique located at 15835 Westminster Way N (Aurora Sq) Shoreline. Call for store hours and directions 206-448-7609.

zulily has been a great supporter of Children’s Hospital for the past three years through volunteering and donating 100% of proceeds from their sample sales to the Ben Towne Center for Childhood Cancer Research at Seattle Children’s Hospital.



All remaining clothing from the sample sales are then donated to the stores with proceeds going to the Un-compensated Care Fund.



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Friends of the Lake Forest Park Library Meeting Wednesday

Friends of the Lake Forest Park Library meet this Wednesday, September 9, 7-8:30pm at the LFP Library meeting room, lower level Town Center, intersection of Ballinger and Bothell Way.

Description: Everyone is welcome to attend this bimonthly meeting.



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AARP Life Reimagined Checkup - register now 9+24

We all think about “what’s next” but often wonder where to start and how to make it real.

Get a Life Reimagined Checkup with AARP, a free two-hour experience to help you get inspired about your possibilities. Use a Life Reimagined journal (provided) to reflect on different phases of your life, your gifts, passions, values and goals for the future.

Thursday, September 24, 6:30 - 8:30pm, Shoreline Library large meeting room, 345 NE 175th Shoreline 98155.

Registration required. Register here.



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Northwest Boychoir auditions for new members – Saturday, November 7, 2015

The Northwest Boychoir will hold auditions for new members at its offices and rehearsal space at the University Heights Center in Seattle’s University District on Saturday, November 7, 2015, for enrollment in January 2016. Boys aged 6-9 are eligible to audition; no previous music or vocal training is necessary.

Audition appointments are scheduled through the Northwest Choirs office by calling 206-524-3234. Auditions are private and low-key, designed to make the boys feel comfortable and relaxed. They last about 15 minutes, and parents are strongly encouraged to be present.

Founded in 1974, and currently celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Northwest Boychoir enrolls about 150 young singers annually in five levels of training choirs. Members represent 115 public and private schools in the greater Seattle area. Northwest Boychoir music staff members are trained musicians and music educators. Members enjoy the benefit of small classes and focused instruction.

For more information regarding auditions or the Northwest Boychoir, call 206-524-3234.



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Shorewood loses to Everett by one point in overtime play

In a game that went until 11:30pm Friday night, September 4 at the Everett Memorial Stadium, the final score was Everett 36 - Shorewood 35.

Photos by Wayne Pridemore

Shorewood's quarterback, Aaron Okamura, fires a pass downfield in first half action at Everett's Memorial Stadium.


Thunderbird running back Justin Cho wasn't able to catch the sideline pass in the second quarter.


Devin Diaz, a Shorewood running back is cut down by a Gull defensive back.


Early in the third quarter Shorewood's Riley Teeter scores to break the 14 to 14 half time score.


Late in the fourth quarter Thunderbird Riley Teeters pounds the ball downfield.



The game went into overtime with the score tied. Shorewood scored from the Gull 20 yard line but the try for point was blocked. Everett then scored and made the try for point giving them the victory.    




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Shannon Kaiser, Jonathan Evison, and H.M. Jones at Third Place Books next week



Three authors will present their new books at Third Place Books next week. Town Center, intersection of Ballinger Way and Bothell Way.

Shannon Kaiser

Adventures for Your Soul: 21 Ways to Transform Your Habits and Reach Your Full Potential (Penguin)

Tuesday, September 8 at 7pm

Shannon Kaiser, named by MindBodyGreen as one of the top 100 Women to Watch in Wellness, is an inspirational author, speaker, travel writer, and life coach.

Jonathan Evison

This is Your Life, Harriet Chance! (Algonquin)

Wednesday, September 9 at 7pm

“Once again, Jonathan Evison dazzles . . . This Is Your Life, Harriet Chance! is as sweet as it is inventive, profound as it is hilarious, unflinching as it is bighearted.” —Maria Semple, author of Where’d You Go, Bernadette

H.M. Jones

Monochrome (Gravity)

Thursday, September 10 at 7pm

What would you do to save your most precious memories? In H.M. Jones’ s gripping dark fantasy, a young woman must come to terms wit her her identity as a wife and mother.



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Bachety endorses Richey in November Shoreline Council election

By Evan Smith

Shoreline City Council candidate Michael Bachety, who finished a distant third in the primary election behind incumbent Councilman Jesse Salomon and challenger Lorn Richey, has endorsed Richey for the November general election.

Final results of the Aug. 4 primary showed Salomon with 64 percent of city votes to 26 percent for Richey and 9 percent for Bachety.

Bachety said last week that he had expected Richey to run closer to Salomon in the primary.

Still, Bachety said that he thinks Richey can win.

Bachety said that Richey can win if he reaches more voters with the message that the city needs to change.

Bachety added that he and Richey share a passion for change.

“We want to grow as a city but not at the expense of dramatically changing the aesthetics of what we all love,” he said. “I hope we all stay involved and help our city grow responsibly.”

Richey became involved in local politics early this year over opposition to the city’s rezoning of property along the proposed light-rail line. Bachety’s involvement started last year with opposition to a land-use issue in his Richmond Highlands neighborhood.

“We all moved to Shoreline, or chose to stay here, because of all the things Shoreline has to offer, not for what some people want it to become,” Bachety said. “I got involved because our community is forever being changed into a borough of Seattle, built upon an infrastructure designed for a simpler time.”

Richey said he and the friends and neighbors who support him are in a strong position after the primary.

“We are on the right side of the city planning issue – as urban history, Seattle’s experience and common sense will tell you,” he said.
“This is a grass roots campaign triggered very late in the political season by the people’s realization that incumbent Salomon has let them down on the most important issues: quality of life, public safety and the environment,” he said. “Voters across the city will realize that Salomon’s plan, to radically rezone 25 percent of Shoreline to apartment buildings has little to do with light rail or the Growth Management Act, and that they will ultimately pay for the massive infrastructure.”

Bachety added that, for the general election, the city needs more debate and that more people need to vote.

Voter turnout in the primary was 28.09 percent in Shoreline.

Bachety and Richey noted that Salomon had gone into the primary with the advantage of incumbency and with the advantage of having more campaign money than the other two candidates combined.

Salomon now has raised $21,731 and spent $6,576 for the primary and general elections to Richey’s $9,168 raised and $2,632 spent.

Salomon said Tuesday that the support in the primary election indicates that voters are pleased with the improvements the Council has made to Shoreline.

“This includes stimulating local business development at Aurora Square near Central Market, starting a farmer's market, upgrading the park and beach area at Echo Lake, building more sidewalks near our schools and much more.”


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Hau’oli La Hanau, Happy Birthday, to a Special Hula Sister

Barbara Johnson 95th birthday
Dances with hula dancers
Photo by Jon Ann Cruver

Members of the Kupuna Hula Group at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center celebrated a special birthday yesterday.

Barbara Johnson, a member of the group since 2008, turned 95! Barbara is a true inspiration to all; she comes to class every week, still performs, and always with a smile and good sense of humor.

Kapuna Hula Dancers
Shoreline - LFP Senior Center
Photo by Jon Ann Cruver


The group is part of the Hokulani Hula Studio, meeting every Thursday at the Senior Center, 1:30-2:30pm, with an early practice at 1:00pm.

Barbara will be dancing at the Senior Center’s Annual Aloha Luau, Saturday, October 3. Tickets will be available for the event starting September 14. General adults: $20; Senior Center members $18; children, 12 and under $5.00. Included is the traditional luau meal, live music and, of course, dancing!

Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE #1, in the Shoreline Center campus; 206-365-1536.



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