145th Street Citizens' Committee meets Thursday

Sunday, September 20, 2015

There will be a meeting of the 145th SCC on Thursday, Sept 24 at Shoreline City Hall in Room 301 from 7 – 8:30pm.

Agenda:

  1. Upcoming 145th Corridor Study Open House
  2. Parking in the station area
  3. Plans for upcoming meetings the rest of 2015
For more information email the committee.



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Just Between Friends Consignment Sales in Mill Creek Sept 24-26

Local Snohomish County moms are getting involved in recycling their children’s items to new families at the Just Between Friends Consignment Sales Event in Mill Creek Thursday September 24 through Saturday, September 26 at the Gold Creek Church in Mill Creek, 4326 148th St SE, Mill Creek, WA 98012.

Just Between Friends sales events help ease the cost associated with raising a family especially those with growing children that rapidly move up in size. In addition to quality clothing for infant size up to Juniors, you also can expect to find movies, toys, games, books, strollers, equipment, room décor, furniture and countless other items at the upcoming sale representing many popular brand names.

Shoppers are welcome to come out and experience the event to see what treasures they will find. There is a $2 admission fee on the first public day of the event, Thursday, September 24, however that fee will be waived at the door with a canned good donation.

You can shop before the public if you are a new or expecting parent, military family or teacher during a specific PreSale scheduled for you on Wednesday, September 23. More information on the PreSale and Sales Event hours here.

An exciting feature this Sale is a ‘Blue Friday’ Family Fun Day event on Friday, September 25. Special vendors with Seahawks items will set up from 9am to 7pm to showcase and sell their wares, including items such as hair accessories, home dĂ©cor, jewelry, stuffed animals and more! There will be a Face Painter on site decorating children’s faces with Seahawks and 12th Man images and a Photographer offering a special backdrop option for the kiddos to show their Hawks Spirit! 

More details and sign-up for the mailing list here.



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Photo: Streets paved with gold

Saturday, September 19, 2015

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Lee Lageschulte shot this scene on 185th as the street trees were simultaneously turning gold and dropping their leaves on street and sidewalk. If you want to see it, better hurry before the wind and rain strip the trees.



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4-Corners Food Drive to benefit Hopelink Oct 3

From 4-Corners.org

The foundation of a strong community starts with four corners. 4-Corners.org is made up of the neighborhoods of Hillwood, Innis Arden, Richmond Beach and Richmond Highlands. The organization sponsors the annual BrewFest and Food Drive to benefit Hopelink. These events help enhance and strengthen relationships between the neighborhoods.

On Saturday, October 3, from 1:00 to 7:00pm, 4-Corners will be collecting food outside Richmond Beach QFC.

By collaborating with our neighboring communities, we hope to fill the shelves at Hopelink with much needed items. The items most needed at this time are canned meats (tuna, chicken, etc.), nut butters, jelly/jam, canned beans (black, garbanzo, kidney, etc.) and rice (all kinds). Please swing by to say hi to your neighborhood representatives and drop off your donations for our neighbors in need.

Alternative methods for contributing include cash or checks made payable to “Hopelink” or online donations at hope-link.org. Your generous donations are greatly appreciated.



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Shoreline City Council to adopt procedures for Transportation Corridor Study

Shoreline City Council Meetings

Monday, September 21, 2015 – Special Meeting 5:30 p.m.
Executive Session: Personnel – RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)

Monday, September 21, 2015 – Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m.

Agenda Highlights
- Proclamation of the Mayor’s Day of Concern for the Hungry
- Adopt Res. No. 377 – Prescribing Procedures Regarding Transportation Corridor Study and Mitigations
- Discussion and Preliminary View of 2016 Budget
- Executive Session: Litigation – RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)

Link to full Agenda

Comment on Agenda items





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Coming up at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market Sunday

Take your shopping bag to the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market Sunday, 10am to 3pm, by City Hall at Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way.

Vegetables and fruit abound. And to get you started, here's the prep info for Sugar Pumpkins.

Sugar Pumpkins

Sweet Pumpkins are at the market. It is a chance to make pumpkin pie, pumpkin, pumpkin soup, pumpkin bread and pumpkin soup.

To prep a Sugar Pumpkin
  • Cut off the top and bottom and then peel the skin with a vegetable peeler. 
  • Remove the seeds and then cut the pumpkin into 2 inch pieces. 
  • Place the pieces in a steamer for about 15 minutes until it is very soft. 
  • Put the pieces in a food processor.
Berries 

The last of the berries are available if you arrive early.

Apples, Apples, Apples
  • Honey Crisp Apples
  • Fuji Apples
  • Jona Gold Apples
  • Pink Lady Apples
Plums, Nectarines, Pears, Melons
  • Bartlet Pears
  • Bosc Pears
  • Asian Pears 
  • Packham Pears
  • White Peaches 
  • Angela Peaches
  • Donut Peaches
  • Yellow Nectarines
  • White Nectarines
  • Nectar Plums
  • Pluots
  • Melons



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2015 property values mailed to Area 1 West Shoreline and Area 3 East Shoreline

Find out more about LocalScape here

On September 10, 2015, the office of King County Assessor Lloyd Hara mailed the 2015 property valuation notices for Area 1 – West Shoreline, where residential properties increased 6% on average; and Area 3 – East Shoreline, where residential properties increased 17% on average - one of the highest rates in King County. Individual property value may vary.

West Shoreline includes everything west of Aurora and East Shoreline includes everything east of I-5. Central Shoreline, where values increased 10% on average, received their valuations in early August.

The Assessor’s Office sets property valuations. It does not set taxes, and there is not a dollar-to-dollar correlation between your property value increase and future property taxes. King County taxpayers who need advice and assistance with property tax related matters, including appeals, should contact the King County Tax Advisor at 206-477-1060 or by email.

The Assessor’s Office recently launched LocalScape, a new interactive app, to track area and individual property value changes online, along with a rich landscape of neighborhood data including census, education, permits, and sales. Residents may track property value changes specifically for Area 1 – West Shoreline residents here and for Area 3 - East Shoreline here. Central Shoreline here. Individual property value history is available by selecting the “My Property” tab.

The King County Assessor’s Office annually revalues all properties and conducts a physical inspection of each property once every six years.

The 2015 property values are set as of January 1, 2015, and assessed at the full market value based on sales of comparable properties in the same area. For more information about property values, contact the Assessor’s Office at 206-296-7300, or email us at assessor.info@kingcounty.gov.

Property owners have 60 days after the mailing date listed on the property valuation notice to file an appeal of their assessed value with the Board of Appeals/Equalization. The Board is an independent body, separate from the Assessor’s Office, and is comprised of King County residents like yourself. 

Exemptions for qualified property owners 
Some low-income seniors, disabled veterans, and disabled persons retired because of a disability may be eligible for a property tax deferral or exemption. The King County Assessor’s Office encourages you or those you know to contact our office to determine eligibility. 

Go Paperless! Sign up for email property valuation notices
Property owners are able to pre-register to receive future valuation notices electronically via email using the six-digit EVN code printed on the front of the postcard. They also are able to scan a QR code from the card with a mobile device to pull up their property information on eReal property. 

Stay informed about Assessor Office updates and the 2015 revaluation cycle. Visit website or follow on Twitter and on Facebook.



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LFP City Council special meetings

City of Lake Forest Park Special Council Committee of the Whole meets on Monday, September 21 from 6-9pm at City Hall, 17425 Ballinger Way NE for a Strategic Planning Training session.

The Council spent Saturday morning in a special session to review the Comprehensive Plan.



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Richmond Beach Running Club Fall Track program begins Wednesday


Richmond Beach Running Club Fall Track program begins Wednesday Sept. 23rd, 6:15pm, at Einstein Middle School, 19343 3rd Ave NW, Shoreline 98177.

The RBRC will be holding weekly track workouts this fall. These workouts will be designed to help you improve your fitness, running form and speed. All abilities and ages are welcome, walkers included.  We will begin with a set of dynamic drills at 6:15 and then start an interval set at 6:30. 

Here’s what you can expect:
  • A progression of workouts which will help you improve your running form, efficiency and cardio fitness
  • Dynamic drills to help build coordination, strength, and flexibility
  • Workouts designed to include everyone from walkers to the seasoned competitor
  • Esprit de corps to help motivate, inspire and challenge you to reach your goals
Let's kick things off with an old favorite, Ladder Intervals:
  • 4:00 at interval pace, 30 second rest, 4:00 at interval pace, 3 minutes rest
  • 3:00 at interval pace, 30 second rest, 3:00 at interval pace, 2 minutes rest
  • 2:00 at interval pace, 30 second rest, 2:00 at interval pace, 2 minutes rest
  • 1:00 at interval pace, 30 second rest, 1:00 at interval pace
  • warm down:-)
Contact form for more information or to join.



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Shoreline woman honored for her work with child car seat safety

Child car seats can be confusing. Data tells us that 80% of them are used incorrectly. 

The past week, September 13-19, was named Child Passenger Safety Week with clinics educating caregivers on how to safely transport children in their cars.

“Cesi Velez, Project Manager for Washington’s Child Passenger Safety Program, said “we would also like to bring attention to some of the remarkable people who are working hard to make a difference. This year we are honoring the following for their dedication and hard work in child passenger safety."
  • Special Achievement:  Kathy Kruger, Shoreline, King County
  • Outstanding Fitting Station:  Car Safe Kids, King County
  • Outstanding CPST Instructor:  Kristen Thorstenson, Snohomish County
  • Outstanding Technician:  Casey Leach, Benton/Franklin Counties
  • Outstanding Volunteer:  Marilyn Erickson, King County and Wendy Jones, Thurston County

There are more than 400 nationally certified car seat technicians in the State of Washington, each who passed a 3-4 day Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) course and who meet recertification requirements every two years. The instructors of the certification courses have to complete a lengthy mentoring process. In addition to these trained individuals, there are plenty of others who volunteer their time, all in an effort to prevent children from dying as a result of an automobile collision.

For information about where to go in your community to get your car seat checked see the webpage, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on Inspection Station Locator or call 425-828-8975 or 1-800-BUCKL-UP.

Washington’s child restraint law (RCW 46.61.687) requires that child passengers use child restraint systems (car or booster seat) until they reach the age of eight years old, or a height of 4 feet 9 inches or taller. The law further states the child must be properly restrained with the seat belt properly adjusted and fastened, or continue using an appropriately-fitting child restraint system. Children under age 13 shall ride in the back seat position when it is practical to do so. A violation can cost $124.



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Girls with guns, hockey, Marines, coming of age, and Paleo cookbook at Third Place Books

True crime, hockey history, 28 years in the Marines, coming of age, and cooking - authors will be presenting their books at Third Place Books next week. Upper level Town Center, Lake Forest Park, intersection of Ballinger and Bothell Way.

Amy Stewart
Girl Waits with Gun (Houghton)
Monday, September 21 at 7pm
We are pleased to welcome back Amy Stewart,  New York Times best-selling author of The Drunken Botanist.  She joins us with a new writing endeavor, an enthralling novel based on the forgotten true story of one of the nation’s first female deputy sheriffs.

Jeff Obermeyer
Seattle Totems (Arcadia)
Tuesday, September 22 at 7pm
Obermeyer, a fan of Seattle hockey, shares Seattle’s hockey history from the Seattle Metropolitans to the Totems.

Colonel Bruce F. Meyers
Reflections of a Grunt Marine (Epicenter Press)
Wednesday, September 23 at 7pm
After twenty-eight years in the Marine Corps, Colonel Meyers pens a memoir about his remarkable career.

Paddy Eger
When the Music Stops (Tendril Press)
Thursday, September 24 at 7pm
This sequel to the award-winning 84 Ribbons continues Marta’s journey into adulthood.

Juli Bauer
Juli Bauer’s Paleo Cookbook
with
Vanessa Barajas
Clean Eating with a Dirty Mind (Victory Belt)
Saturday, September 26 at 6:30pm
New York Times bestselling author of The Paleo Kitchen and creator of the popular blog PaleOMG, Juli is a well-known Paleo cook who creates meals that are sure to please the whole family. This cookbook is her best one yet.




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Nurturing Trust - parent workshops in Spanish

Shoreline and Lake Forest Park police departments are sponsoring this free series of six workshops in Spanish where parents can learn how to create a safe community for their children.

Registration is now open for the next series of Nurturing Trust in Spanish. For registration and details, contact CSO Dahlia Corona 206-801-2719.






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The Gallery at Town Center hosts two 
“Meet the Maker” events on Thursday, September 24


As part of Seattle Made Week, The Gallery at Town Center will be hosting two “Meet the Maker” events on Thursday, September 24.

Come by and meet these Seattle Made artists and the people behind some of the most popular items we carry. Open Tuesday-Saturday, Noon-5pm, the Gallery at Town Center is located at 17171 Bothell Way NE, in Lake Forest Park in the lower level of Town Center.




2:00-4:00pm – Snooter-doots: Uniquely handcrafted, whimsical soft-sculpture toys and collectibles inspired by nature, 

“Snooter-doots™ are whimsical, soft-sculpture collectibles and toys inspired by nature. We are uniquely handcrafted from knit-to-shape, fulled (felted), and needle-felted wool, and stuffed with fiberfill. Our mission is to inspire smiles, generate joy, and to look really cool on your couch. No two Snooter-doots are alike. Each has personality with its own name and birthday and is ready for adoption. Snooter-doots are the perfect new companion for the young, and the young at heart!”




5:00-7:00pm – Silver + Salt: Modern jewelry for your everyday life, 

"Silver + Salt is a creative labor of love by Christine Heidel. A photographer and a lover of all things hand-made, Christine spends her day chasing light and forging metal.

Simple and classic, Silver + Salt is jewelry that you can wear everyday. Our jewelry is hand-crafted using sterling silver, gold-fill, brass and semi-precious stones. Each of our stones are selected not only for their beauty, but for their unique meaning."

Also featured is artist Francine Moo-Young: beautiful bags and bracelets that are always a huge hit. 

What is Seattle Made Week? Join in on a week-long celebration of all things Seattle Made. Hundreds of producers, manufacturers, retailers, restaurants, and grocers across the city will be showcasing for the public the huge variety of products made right here in Seattle, and helping tell the story of why making things in Seattle is so important.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts. Proceeds from the Gallery at Town Center help fund arts programs and events.



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Shoreline Planning Commission public hearing Oct 1

PUBLIC HEARING 
Thursday, October 1, 2015 - 7pm 
Shoreline City Hall Council Chambers
17500 Midvale Ave N


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King5 Game of the Week

The Rotary Cup, pitting Shorewood football against Shorecrest, is in the running for the King5 Game of the Week on Friday, September 25.

King5 choses five high school games and puts them online for public voting. The game with the highest number of votes is highlighted in their evening sports report.




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The tents are pitched - come visit and make a donation for homeless kids

Friday, September 18, 2015

Look for the tents at N 185th and Ashworth Ave N
Bring a donation for homeless kids
Photo courtesy Shoreline Covenant Church

By Pastor Erika Haub
Shoreline Covenant Church
Mom of three kiddos in Shoreline Schools and one three-year old at home :)

One of the joys of life with a three-year old is watching Daniel Tiger. For those of you not familiar with the show, Daniel Tiger is a sort of legacy spin-off of Mr. Roger's Neighborhood, a show which shaped my generation. Last week, Hope and I watched an episode where there was a big storm at night and the next morning Daniel was really scared by all the damage and destruction he saw throughout his neighborhood. His mom reassured him, saying something like this: "Daniel, when you experience something scary, find an adult. They will make a plan. And then look around and notice the helpers. Look for those people who are helping."

Any long-time Mr. Roger's fans know this was a hallmark of his show that has been repeated often in recent years as we have faced school shootings and other atrocities in our own backyards. This wisdom Fred Rogers offers us comes from memories of his own childhood: "When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.'"

This Friday night, I have pitched a tent in my church parking lot with thirty-seven other women from our community. We are doing this to raise money to help expand housing services for homeless kids in our community through Vision House.

As I prepared to leave my own kids and husband on Friday night, I recalled that Daniel Tiger episode and realized that I am offering them a gift as well. As my kids daily see the faces of desperate people as we we enter and exit the freeway; as they read the signs held up on the edge of the Fred Meyer parking lot; as they encounter stories in their own school of domestic violence shattering families; my kids can remember a bunch of ladies in tents in a parking lot of a church and know that there are grown-ups who are helping. I think that matters.

If you live in the area and want to bring your own kids by for a visit, please do so. I would love to met them and introduce them to a special group of "helpers". Maybe your kids would even want to bring a donation to help: three years ago we had a fourth grader come with her full piggy bank, and she offered us all of the money she had saved! Our event begins at 7pm on the corner of 185th and Ashworth and we will be there all night. We would love to see you. 

Shoreline Covenant Church on the corner of N 185th and Ashworth Ave N.



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Plus 50 Business classes at Shoreline Community College

Plus 50 Classes at Shoreline Community College for Fall Quarter 2015. Enroll now! 206-533-6706.

Business classes

• Introduction to Project Management

Get started on what it takes to guide and successfully take projects from A-Z!
Students will assess current career or business status, and learn strategies for moving ahead. Regardless of background and whether NGO/nonprofit, or private sector, this class will focus entrepreneurs on project management, finding resources for launching a business, and utilizing best practices.

6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Building 1100. Instructor: Adeyemi, L.
Tuition: $18.21. Start date: 11/3/15 -- End date: 11/12/15. Course#P-BUS 150 Item 6920

• Entrepreneurial Edge: What's Next?

Congratulations! You’ve thought it over and have finally decided to discover your strengths, uncover opportunities, and design the business of your dreams. This course will take you from pre-startup assessment, into planning, and on to designing a money-making venture. Attend up to 10, one-hour lectures, with three Launch Labs, featuring local business leaders who will discuss their keys to success.

10:30-11:20 a.m. Tuesdays. 9/29/15 – 12/1/15. Building 1400, Room 140. 
Instructor: McVeety, T. Total tuition: $24.28. Course#P-BUS 200 Item 6900

NEW! Entrepreneurial Edge: Launch Lab

With these three hands on, two-hour workshops, you will uncover core business values and strengths through a self-assessment process to define your business vision. Design a money-making business model using a professional business design process, with author and entrepreneurship navigator, Tiffany McVeety.

Prerequisites: Entrepreneurial Edge: What's Next? is suggested to be taken concurrently, but not required.

6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesdays 10/6, 10/27, 11/10/15. Building 9200, Room 9201
Instructor: McVeety, T. Total tuition: $20.88. Course#P-BUS 220 Item 6910

• Author’s Launch Lab

Take the Three Week Challenge!
If you have "write and publish my book" as a professional goal -- seize the day! The Author's Launch Lab will teach you the pros and cons of self-publishing, the top platforms for self-publishing, tools and tips to navigate your publishing options. This four week challenge is designed to give you a framework and the confidence to accomplish your authorship goal. This workshop is especially great for a coach, consultant, or other expert who wants to create a professional manual, workbook, toolkit or other non-fiction work to support your client's success. Elevate your brand and add incremental income to your bottom line as a new author/publisher. If you have been putting off writing your book, now is your chance to secure the tried and proven tools to get going!  What's stopping you?

Optional ISBN Fee: $10 secures your very own ISBN under the imprint GROW Washington.

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Mondays. Building 1100 room 1101. Instructor: McVeety, T.
Start date: 11/2/15 -- End date: 11/16/15. Course#P-BUS 103 Item 6905

• eBay: The Basics of Selling

Learn how to create an eBay Seller account, create successful eBay listings, load pictures and accept credit card payment with PayPal. Covers selling "Tips, Tricks and Traps,” market analysis, determining shipping costs, where to get FREE shipping supplies, how to print shipping labels from your home computer and get FREE home pickup.

Prerequisites: At least one year experience working with a mouse and keyboard.  Familiarity with Windows or Macintosh environment is very helpful, as is the ability to access your email remotely. A memory stick or thumb drive is required for this class.

9am-3pm Building 1300, Room 1308. Instructor: Ikuseghan, J.
Tuition: $30.35. Start date: 10/3/15 -- End date: 10/10/15. Course#P-BUS 101 Item 6916




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Fighting Fatigue - Monday 9-21

A workshop on Fighting Fatigue will be held on Monday, September 21, from 7-8:30pm at the Lake Forest Park Library Meeting Room, lower level of Town Center, intersection Ballinger and Bothell Way.

Fatigue is not normal. Fatigue can be caused by food allergies, thyroid dysfunction, adrenal gland burnout and much more. Stop feeling fatigued and start feeling fabulous today!

Class size is limited.






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Silver Alerts begin in Washington

Law enforcement agencies in Washington began using a new notification to alert the public of missing persons who fit the criteria for a “Silver Alert”.

September 10 the first “Silver Alert” was issued for Bryant Merrick after a report was taken by Issaquah Police Department. The alert went out at 9:30am, and was posted on DOT digital billboards in three counties. Mr. Merrick was located by the Seattle Police Department Friday morning and is safe.

A Silver Alert will be activated when a missing person 60 years of age or older, suffering from a form of dementia, is not able to return to safety without assistance.

When vehicle information is associated with the Silver Alert the Department of Transportation highway signs and highway advisory radio messages will provide a brief description of the vehicle and license plate number.

For more information on how to subscribe to Silver Alerts please go to the Washington State Patrol website

Silver Alerts join AMBER Alerts, Endangered Missing Person Advisories and Blue Alerts to assist law enforcement in getting information out to the public quickly about those most serious missing person cases and in the case of Blue Alerts, suspects in the murder or assault of a police officer.

For more information contact WSP’s AMBER Alert Coordinator Carri Gordon at 360-704-2404.


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Introductory statement from unopposed Shoreline Council incumbent McConnell

By Evan Smith

Incumbent Shoreline City Councilwoman Doris McConnell is running unopposed in the Nov. 3 general election.

McConnell, who is seeking a third four-year term, recently sent this introductory statement:

Shoreline City Council Position No. 4

Doris McConnell

Shoreline has seen significant growth since the formation of the city in 1995. The new council will be making critical decisions that will determine the long-term direction of our future growth, especially Point Wells and the light-rail rezoning decision for the 145th station. Although I am running unopposed, the makeup of your future council is important to me. These will be my colleagues for the next four years. They need to be collaborative team players, fully invested in all our neighborhoods.

In 2016, the City Council will be making decisions on rezoning neighborhoods for a light-rail station at 145th. This new council will determine the future of Shoreline. You need council members who engage the community. Most importantly, you should feel that your input matters.

I have listened when the community requested that the Council preserve as much of our neighborhoods’ single-family homes as possible, during our last rezoning decision. The community said that increased density is necessary for growth but that smart growth includes the preservation of our neighborhoods and the quality of life Shoreline residents love. My voting record has supported this balance of existing neighborhoods and future growth.

We will have one new council member as a result of a vacated seat. One more seat, being held by an incumbent, is being challenged. Your vote matters! The future of Shoreline rests with you.

You deserve a council whose vision for Shoreline matches yours. 

Endorsements:  KC Council member Rod Dembowski, Ken Noreen, and former Council member Rich Gustafson.



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Shorewood soccer v Mountlake Terrace results

Shorewood hosted Mountlake Terrace at Shoreline stadium for both teams' first conference game on Thursday.
 
Nicole Holmstrom opened the scoring in the fourth minute of play on an assist from Jessie Wymer to give Shorewood a 1-0 lead. Terrace hit the cross bar and almost tied, but the half ended 1-0.

In the second half Morgan McFarland scored for Shorewood on an assist from Allison Larsen for a 2-0 lead.1 minute later Grace Morehouse scored to make it 3-0. Next Alexa Modica scored in the 70th minute for a 4-0 lead. Finally in the 78th min Sammy Ruiz kicked a corner kick in for Terrace to make the final 4-1.

Terrace had Madi Sadler in goal and are 2-2-0 overall and 0-1-0 in league. Shorewood had Abby Manis in goal and are 3-2-0 overall and 1-0-0 in league.

--Bill Wilkins



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Local honey at Shoreline Farmers Market Saturday

Rainy Day Bees will be selling their neighborhood-specific seasonal honey from North Seattle and Shoreline at the Shoreline Farmers Market on Saturday, from 10am to 3pm at Aurora Square, upper level by Central Market and Sears.

We focus on bringing you 100% pure, raw, and delicious honey that is harvested, bottled and labeled by the neighborhood the hive is located in so you know exactly where your honey is coming from. 

We also provide education and training for beekeepers and all who care about honey bees.




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Registration for Lake Forest Park Citizens Academy is full

As of Friday, September 18, 2015, the maximum number of registrants for the City’s first Citizens Academy has been reached. Those interested in being placed on a wait / cancellation list are asked to contact City Clerk Evelyn Jahed 206-957-2811.



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Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off Oct 10 at Central Market

Hay rides at Central Market October 10
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Central Market Shoreline’s 14th Annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off is set for 9am to 1pm on Saturday, October 10.

Competitors
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Pumpkin growers from all around the Pacific NW and Canada gather at Central Market in Shoreline to show off their pumpkins ranging anywhere from 500 to more than 1,000 pounds.

They will be competing in the parking lot for bragging rights and a $2,000 check. This will be an exciting day of prizes for many of the contestants and a carving demonstration from a local Master Carver.

During the weigh-off, family and friends can partake in the Market’s Pumpkin Bratwurst Barbecue, caramel apples, free hot cider and free hay rides.

The pumpkins are carefully weighed using a net system, a forklift, and are gently placed on a giant scale provided by the Pacific Northwest Giant Pumpkin Growers organization. The record for this event was set in 2013 with a pumpkin that weighed 1,666 pounds. Last year’s winner broke 1,500 pounds. Who knows what giant will take the field this year. 

Pumpkins are entered through the Pacific Northwest Giant Pumpkin Growers organization. 

Central Market Shoreline, open 7am-11pm, is at 15505 Westminster Way N., Shoreline, 206-363-9226.



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Grilling tips from the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market

The Lake Forest Park Farmers Market is Sunday from 10am to 3pm at Town Center by City Hall, intersection of Ballinger Way and Bothell Way.

Get ready for Fall grilling.


Wilson Fish at the southwest corner of the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market sells fresh caught fish. It is great on the grill. Everyone has a favorite grilling recipe. Try this for the simple one that focuses on the fish.

Place the fish on aluminum foil skin down. Brush with olive oil and add salt and fresh ground pepper. Place the fish on the grill and grill until the fish begins to flake. Take off the grill, the fish will continue to cook just a little. Don’t overcook.

Stop by for smoked salmon; fresh caught salmon and other just caught local fresh fish.

Grilling Meats

If you are looking for organic meats, Martiny sells organic beef and lamb at the market. 

Here is one of their recipes for Lamb Kabobs

Lamb kebobs
Method: Grill

Time: Marinate 1 hour, Grill: 6 minutes

Thread the lamb and veggies onto wooden skewers that have been soaked in water 30 minutes or use 12” metal skewers.

1-1½ pounds trimmed Leg of Lamb cut into 1” cubes
1 T Olive Oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 t salt
½ t ground pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
2T Dijon Mustard
1 T Rosemary finely minced

1 pound of small zucchini cut into 3/8” slices
Mushrooms
1 large onion, cut into wedges

Any fruit or vegetable

Gather and measure all the ingredients. Trim the lamb and cut into cubes.

In a large bowl, whisk garlic, salt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, rosemary and olive oil. Add the lamb cubes and stir until evenly coated. Let stand at room temperature for an hour or refrigerate for 3 hours. 

Light the grill or preheat the grill pan. Thread the lamb, zucchini, mushroom and onions onto the skewers. For rare meat thread the meat and veggies close together. For more well done meat, space the meat and veggies about ½ “ apart. 

Lightly salt and pepper skewer and brush with oil

Grill kabobs over moderately high hear, turning until lamb is browned outside, about 6 minutes for medium rare. Lamb is best when it is not overcooked.

Recipe by Margaret Horak.

Grilling fruits

Here are some tips for grilling fruits and veggies. 

Veggies

Wash, dry, but don’t peel the vegetables.

Brush them with canola oil.

Grilled peaches
Fruit

Almost any stone fruit will grill. Select firm, just ripe apples, peaches or pears. Wash the fruit, dry each piece cut in half and place on the grill. You can soak them in a liquor or drizzle honey on them just before putting on the grill for a Pop of flavor. 

Or you can just put them on the grill and when they are soft take them off the grill and serve alone or with ice cream.



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Area still in need of continued reduction in water use, despite recent rain

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Fix dripping faucets
While the recent rain has helped, area cities and water utilities are asking people to continue to reduce water use by 10 percent, as more rain and continued water reductions are needed to replenish regional water supplies.

Seattle Public Utilities reports the region has collectively cut back water use by 14 percent over the last four weeks. Now, as the weather cools, residential and business customers are asked to think about what they can do to save water inside.

Here are few indoor water-saving tips for residents:
  • Reduce showering time
  • Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes
  • Turn off the tap while brushing teeth or shaving
  • Don’t pre-rinse dishes
  • Check for and fix leaks
  • If purchasing fixtures/equipment, choose water-efficient models
Businesses may wish to consider the following water-saving tips:
  • Serve water only on request
  • Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes
  • Provide new towels only on request
  • Check cooling towers for overflow and excessive blowdown
  • If purchasing fixtures/equipment, choose water-efficient models
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) plans to report how customers are doing every other week, with the next round of regional results scheduled for release the week of September 21, 2015. Click here to check the SPU webpage for updates.


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Volunteers still need to help count bicyclists and pedestrians

Photo courtesy Sound Transit
About 400 volunteers are needed to help count the number of people who ride bicycles or walk to their destinations during an annual three-day survey, starting Tuesday, September 29.

Volunteer registration is now open and many locations still have shifts that have not been filled.

Counts will be taken in more than 50 cities throughout the state. The data collected helps WSDOT improve bicycling and walking policies, projects and funding in Washington.

Those interested in helping can learn more online, by emailing Cascade Bicycle Club or by calling 503-805-1064.



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iora primary care open house Tuesday



Iora Primary Care, a doctor’s office designed exclusively for seniors 65 and older, cordially invites you to our Open House on Tuesday, September 22 from 12-2 pm at our Shoreline practice located at 15214 Aurora Avenue North. 

Come meet our care team, hear from engaging speakers, enjoy light refreshments, tour our practice, and (we’re optimistic) enjoy the beautiful weather! Please invite your family and friends as well. 

We hope to see you there! 

For more information contact Brian Aylward at 206-518-9033.



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Plus 50: Reinvent your future

Plus 50 Classes at Shoreline Community College for Fall Quarter 2015. Enroll now! 206-533-6706.

Reinvent Your Future

William Wurtz has evaluated Fortune 500 company customer service and sales centers, has overseen the revision of a statewide home health care training program, and was a driving force with Total Quality Management for a Fortune 100 company, just to name a few.

In this exciting new course, students learn a model for personal and career “reinvention” for moving toward to a preferred future. There is skill-building in visioning, mapping out a work breakdown structure, and developing a support network. Creative thinking and stress management skills are integrated into the process to aid in the change process. Sign up as soon as you can, this one will fill up fast!

6:00-9:00pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Building 1300, Room 1302. Instructor: Wurtz, W.
Tuition: $30.35. Start date: 10/20/15 -- End date: 10/29/15. Course#P-CAR 110, Item 6915




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For working parents: Evening Preschool Story Time

Shoreline Library
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Evening Preschool Story Time is starting a new session at the Shoreline Library.

Mondays, September 21 - October 19 and November 2 - December 7, 6:30pm

Ages 3 to 5, families welcome! Come to one or all. Free and no registration required.

Enjoy an interactive program of stories, songs, and fun surprises for young children and their families. Pajamas and special stuffed animals are welcome!

We have fun with stories, songs and rhymes and every week we feature a different letter of the alphabet.  It is a great way for parents to get their preschoolers ready to read, and a great way to start off the family's week!

Shoreline Library, 345 NE 175th, Shoreline 98155



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Exotic Flavors Cooking Class: Middle Eastern Cuisine Sept 22 in Lynnwood

Exotic Flavors Cooking Class: Middle Eastern Cuisine

Chef Adam Pazder, registered dietitian/nutritionist, is passionate about cooking full flavored restaurant-style meals that are healthy for the whole family.

His experiences as a chef have taken him all over the world and granted him a unique understanding of food, its culture, and its effect on the body.

Classes will be held in the Teaching Kitchen at the Verdant Community Wellness Center, 4710 196th St SW, Lynnwood 98036. Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 7:15-8:30pm.

Free, but pre-registration is required as space is limited.

REGISTER NOW and see all Exotic Flavors Cooking Class offerings.





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Speaking of Dying: A Short Film


Speaking of Dying: A Short Film Dedicated to the idea that we can all Have a better death.

The film introduces you to individuals and families, doctors and other professionals, whose words and stories beautifully illustrate the benefits of speaking openly about the end of life before there is a crisis. A film designed to inform and empower viewers.

Trudy James, MRE
Producer Trudy James, MRE, is a long time interfaith hospital chaplain who has supported many people with terminal illness and facilitated many end-of-life planning groups.

She created the film from her life experience and with a compassionate heart. Trudy is very grateful to Jennifer Jones, videographer and Catherine Wadley, editor and to all you supported the creation of Speaking of Dying

Tuesday, September 22, 7:00pm
Film screening and Q/A with the producer.
St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 722 N 145th St, Shoreline.

Come early and enjoy our Community Dinner served every Tuesday from 5:30pm to 7:00pm



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Help buy new art panels for the Shoreline Arts Festival



Help buy new art panels for the Shoreline Arts Festival. 
They'll make a big difference in how the art looks.

Here's the best part: your donation is matched 1 to 1, and goes twice as far.

find out more, watch the video, donate any amount, and share with other friends.

Special thanks to our main partner on this project: power2give/PugetSound presented by ArtsFund. One to One match is generously provided by an anonymous donor.



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Northwest Girlchoir accepting first and second grade singers this September

Northwest Girlchoir

Know a girl who loves to sing? Northwest Girlchoir has openings in Prep Choir for girls entering first and second grade – no audition needed!

Prep Choir rehearses one day per week (Tuesday or Wednesday) from 4:30-5:30pm and participates in mainstage concerts throughout the season. Learn the fundamentals of music, make new friends and build confidence singing on stage!

New choristers are invited to sign up by Monday, September 28, 2015 to join us this fall! We also accept new singers in January. Generous scholarships are available.

More details on signing up here.



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Special storytime event Friday morning at Third Place Books

Join local author Samantha Vamos for a special storytime in the kids section of Third Place Books in Town Center, Lake Forest Park, intersection of Bothell Way and Ballinger Way.

Friday, September 18 at 10am

Alphabet Trains (Random House)

All aboard for a train ride through the alphabet! Whether chug-chug-chugging up a mountainside in an Incline train or zipping at super speed in a Bullet train, trains will get you where you need to be A to Z! With a bouncy rhyming text, and clever illustrations full of visual cues, young readers will love learning all about trains.



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Three more Shoreline Farmers Markets left

Hayton Farms berries are grown in the Fir Island and Mount Vernon area. Kylie Trwilliger shows us the beautiful black berries and strawberries that she will be selling. Photo by Wayne Pridemore.


The Shoreline Farmers market is getting to the end of its season, with only three more market days left. But they will be out in force this Saturday, September 19, from 10am to 3pm on the upper level of Aurora Square by Sears.

At the Piccola Cellars booth, Alison Jenkins shows us a perfect red wine to take on a picnic. It is packed in a plastic bag with a spout. Photo by Wayne Pridemore.

Manager Natalia Flor announced plans for a Basket Raffle with items from market vendors on the final day of the market, October 3.

"We did this a few weeks ago and the basket was worth almost $300." 

Raffle tickets are on sale now for $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. All proceeds support the Shoreline Farmers Market.



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Briarcrest candidate debate

From left, Moderator Sarah Kaye, Lorn Richey, Keith Scully,
Jessica Cafferty, Jesse Salomon, Doris McConnell.
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Shoreline residents turned out on a brisk fall Tuesday evening September 15 to hear all candidates for the Shoreline City Council positions, contested and uncontested, respond to questions from the audience. With time for informal talk before and after, citizens were able to discern the differences between candidates in order to make an informed choice in the coming election.

The audience got a first-hand look at the candidates
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Many of the questions dealt with the proposed changes to 145th, as well as the light rail station and rezoning. There were questions about property values and taxes. Low income housing was covered and the preservation of single family homes was a popular topic for questions from the audience. A discussion on crime praised the new Shoreline Watch but mentioned the need for more police in our neighborhoods.

The forum was run by a volunteer committee from the Briarcrest and Ridgecrest neighborhoods and moderated by Sarah Kaye. The Shoreline Area News was a cosponsor. The event was held at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Shoreline.



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