Home sales in Shoreline during August 2016

Friday, September 9, 2016

The following is a sampling of homes at each price point that sold in Shoreline during the month of August 2016 from data compiled for the Shoreline Area News by the Shoreline Windermere office.




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As ITT Technical Institute closes, students welcomed at Shoreline Community College


Shoreline Community College welcomes all students, including those impacted by the recent closure of ITT Technical Institute. Shoreline has a long history of offering innovative programs at the forefront of business, technology, and design.

The following programs at Shoreline may be of particular interest to students who might have considered ITT Technical Institute:

Eligible students impacted by the ITT closure will be given priority in the financial aid processing cycle, so they can begin attending as soon as possible.

The fall quarter begins September 21 and applications are still being accepted. For questions about transfer options, contact the Advising team206-546-4559. To learn more about financial aid options, contact via email or 206-546-4762.

About Shoreline Community College

Founded in 1964 with leadership from the Shoreline School District and on land acquired with the help from the Boeing family, Shoreline Community College offers more than 100 excellent academic and professional/technical programs. The University of Washington is the top university destination for Shoreline transfer students and, on average, they perform as well as or better than students who start at the UW.

The professional/technical programs at Shoreline are closely tied to industry and graduates gain the skills that help them quickly find employment in their chosen field. Graduates in programs such as Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Automotive Technology, Biotechnology, and many others are in high demand.



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Lake Forest Park Garden Club Tuesday - Gardening under large trees

Christina Pfeiffer at the
LFP Garden Club
On Tuesday, September 13th the speaker for Lake Forest Park Garden Club is Christina Pfeiffer speaking on "Gardening Under Large Trees". Successful gardening amid tree roots and 10 tips for healthy trees.

Christina is a horticultural consultant, instructor and garden writer with over 30 years experience in landscape management and arboriculture.

Sustainable and efficient landscape techniques are a special interest and expertise. A frequent speaker for local horticulture groups and the NW Flower and Garden Show, she has also taught courses in pruning, arboriculture, and landscape management at Edmonds and South Seattle Community Colleges, and at the University of Washington.

The club meets at the Third Place Commons, Bothell Way NE and Ballinger Way NE on the upper level by the stage. General meeting at 9:15am, followed by a cookie break. The speaker starts at 10:30am and the presentation lasts for 1 to 1 1/2 hrs.

All are welcome to come hear her talk.

The club meets on the second Tuesday of most months.



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Oktoberfest comes to Kenmore


OKTOBERFEST OF THE AUSTRIA CLUB OF WASHINGTON
Coming to the Kenmore Community Hall (73rd NE and NE Bothell Way)
Saturday, September 17 (6-11 pm)


Experience an authentic Oktoberfest right in your neighborhood! Entertainment by Happy Hans Music and performances by the Enzian Schuhplattler! Admission includes full Oktoberfest dinner. Club members $35, non-members $40. (advance tickets only)

Beer and wine at modest prices and bottled water is free. Wearing of folk costume and Tracht encouraged.

Purchase tickets online or directly from Eva Donahoo, club president 425-894-9336. Further information here.


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Shoreline Dusk to Dawn: A movie at the Crest, then on to Suni's for a burger

The Crest Theatre lobby


Photos and text by Wayne Pridemore

Is there anyone in Shoreline that has never been to the Crest Theatre?



A venue of many different movie types are shown at only $4 a person. The theatre is located at 16505 5th Ave NE in the Ridgecrest neighborhood.



After the movie you can go for a burger, pizza, or a Big Fat Greek Salad at Suni's which is located a short distant away in North City at 17751 15th Ave NE. They are open until 10pm Sunday through Thursday and until 11pm on Friday and Saturdays.



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The Fair on 44th - Lynnwood health and wellness block party Saturday


Lynnwood, our neighbor to the north, is having an event on Saturday, September 10 on one of their main streets - 44th W between 188th and 194th from 10am to 2pm.


They are closing down the street from the Fire Station to the Police Station and hosting a Block Party! The Fair on 44th - Lynnwood's Health and Safety Community Block Party will be held on 44th Ave W, between 188th and 194th.

  • EXPLORE vehicles on-site for tours and pictures - Fire Trucks, Ambulances, Police and SWAT vehicles, Crime Stoppers Camaro, SNOCOM 911, National Guard Striker, Community Transit bus, Support Seven, Mary's Towing Bubble and Seahawks Tow Trucks! 
  • SCALE the National Guard's rock climbing wall! 
  • GET a free health screening and health info including mammograms, flu shots, glucose testing, blood pressure checks and more!
  • ENJOY lunch or a delicious snack at Big Dogs Food Truck or Cheese Wizards Food Truck!
  • SHRED your sensitive documents for free at the Access Shred Truck!
  • SEE demonstrations from the LPD K-9 and Motorcycle Units, disaster preparedness tips & skills, LFD grease fire and fire extinguisher demos, HazMat demos, and more!
  • TEST your skill in the kids bicycle rodeo and enter to win a free bike helmet!
  • PARTICIPATE in many family and kids activities!
  • BRING home some free goodies and giveaways!
More information here, email, or call 425-670-5023.



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Flags at half-staff

Governor Inslee hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Sunday, September 11, 2016, for national Patriot Day, the annual memorial to the victims of the 2001 tragedy.

The Governor's Office has no objection to agencies lowering the flags at the close of business on Friday, September 9, 2016. Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on September 11, 2016, or first thing Monday morning, September 12, 2016.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

Please call 360-239-1317 if you have any questions about this flag lowering.



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Take the LFP Police survey



The Lake Forest Park Police Department is conducting a survey of our police services and would like your input.

Over the years, the LFPPD has worked hard to create an environment of trust and true commitment to our community.

Our Vision is to ensure the City of Lake Forest Park is one of the safest cities in the Puget Sound Region achieved through the delivery of quality law enforcement services.

Our focus is on crime reduction, finding innovative ways to solve problems in partnership with our community, ensuring our workforce is trained to the highest standards, and providing emergency management oversight to the community.

By completing this survey, you will assist in helping to identify what we are doing right, and at the same time, help us determine what we need to do to improve our services.

The department operates within a minimum staffing model, meaning we have just enough staff to cover shifts to provide essential services. To find out more information about our Annual Operational Plan, our Biased Based Policing Report, and our Annual report, I encourage you to visit our webpage to read about how your police department is committed to our vision.

Thank you in advance for filling out our survey! You can either print the attachment and send it to us, or click on the following link which will take you directly to it . Your comments, concerns, and ideas will help us shape the future in policing here in Lake Forest Park.

--Chief Steve Sutton



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Budget Open House in Lake Forest Park

Thursday, September 8, 2016


The City of Lake Forest Park will hold a Pre-Budget Open House on Tuesday, September 13, from 6-8pm in the City Hall Council Chambers, 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155.



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Sounder Seahawks game day trains start Sunday for Seahawks vs Dolphins game

Photo courtesy Sound Transit
Seattle Seahawks fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit's popular Sounder trains to the Seahawks 1:05pm game this Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.

Special Sounder service is in addition to regular Link light rail, ST Express, and King County Metro service to and from CenturyLink Field.

Inbound trains from Snohomish County will depart Everett at 10:15 and 10:30am with stops in Mukilteo and Edmonds, arriving at King Street Station at 11:14 and 11:29am.

Returns trains to Everett will leave Seattle 15 and 35 minutes after the game.

An online schedule of Sounder trains serving Seahawks games is available here.

Photo courtesy Sound Transit
 Special Sounder service is in addition to regular Link light rail service to and from CenturyLink Field. Link runs every 10 minutes on weekends from stations at the University of Washington, Capitol Hill, and downtown Seattle. Link's Stadium and International District stations are a short walk from the stadium.

Many ST Express and King County Metro buses also drop off passengers near the stadium. Link and ST Express bus schedules are available here. King County Metro bus schedules can be found here.

In addition to its regular Sunday bus service, Metro Transit will operate special Seahawks game day shuttles from the Northgate park-and-ride lots. Game day shuttles will serve the Northgate Transit Center, and travel non-stop to CenturyLink Field. Shuttles leave designated parking areas two hours prior to kick off time, with the last bus leaving about 30 minutes before kickoff. More information on Metro's game day shuttle service is available here.

Regular fares apply for all Sound Transit and Metro Transit services. Getting an ORCA card is a great way to skip lines at ticket vending machines. Cards cost $5 for adults, plus whatever amount a rider chooses to load in the card's E-purse or the cost of a pass that is good for unlimited transit trips. ORCA works on trains, buses and ferries throughout the region. More information is available here.



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Shorewood tennis 6-1 over Stanwood

PREP WESCO BOYS TENNIS 9/8/16
Shorewood Courts
SHOREWOOD 6  STANWOOD  1


Singles
1. Gunnar Thorstenson SW def. Steve Sanders ST 6-3, 6-2
2. Jack Bong SW def. Zach Hatzenbeler ST 6-3, 6-1
3. Andrew Counter SW def. Trevor Simpson ST 6-2, 6-0
4. Steven Lin SW def. Spencer Andelin ST 6-0, 6-0

Doubles

1. Nathaniel Haskin / Payton Headrick ST def. Jack Stensrud / Ji Yu SW 6-2, 4-6, 6-4
2. Joseph Jang / Peter Smith SW def. Trey Tiffany / Trey Austin ST 6-0, 6-0
3. Max Buma / Andrew Johnson SW def. Trent Morsk / Adam Lott ST 6-2, 6-0

Shorewood defeated Stanwood 6-1 in a WesCo 3A non conference match at Shorewood Courts.

In singles freshman Steven Lin and doubles senior team captains Peter Smith and Joseph Jang shut out their opponents 6-0, 6-0 in straight sets. The win improved the T-Birds record to 2-0.

Shorewood travels to Marysville Getchall on Tuesday September 13th with the match starting at 3:30pm. The Shorewood Junior Varsity hosts Marysville Getchall at Shorewood Courts on the same day.

--Coach Arnie Moreno



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Shorecrest tennis sweeps Marysville Getchell

Shorecrest vs Marysville Getchell
at Marysville 9-8-2016

Shorecrest made a clean sweep of their singles and doubles matches with Marysville-Getchell on Thursday in Marysville.

Singles

1.  Faiz Khan v Nathan Snyder 6-0, 6-0
2.  Cole Batra v Joshua Angulo 6-1, 6-1
3.  Jake Goldstein-Street v Eben Leacock 6-0, 6-0
4.  Steven Zhu v Josh Villavicencio 6-0, 6-1

Doubles

1.  Kasey Shibayama / Reed Tangeman v Nolan Lechner / James Madama 6-3, 6-3
2.  David Kim / Chris King v Daniel Kiesz / Mack Gray 6-2, 6-4
3.  Winston Park / Tae Min Hong v Brandon Thomas / Erik James 6-0, 6-0

--Coach Robert Mann



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Seattle Musical Theatre opens 39th Season Friday with revival version of Working, based on Studs Terkel book



Seattle Musical Theatre, Seattle’s longest-running musical theatre company, is launching its 39th season this Friday with the classic musical, WORKING.

Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews with American workers and nominated for six Tony Awards, this classic has been updated for a modern age featuring new songs by Tony Award-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, In The Heights), as well as favorites by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin), and Grammy-winner James Taylor.

This new 2012 version of Working is a musical exploration of 26 people from all walks of life. While most of the professions have been updated, the strength of the show is in the core truths that transcend specific professions.

“This show ties in brilliantly to our overall theme for the season- Identity,” states newly-appointed Managing Artistic Director Chris Mayse. 
“People's relationships to their work reveal aspects of their humanity and their identity, regardless of the challenges of the job itself.”

The show, still set in contemporary America, contains timeless truths. This new version of Working allows the audience to get a rare glimpse of the actors and technicians working to put on a show. This raw adaptation only enhances the realistic and relatable nature of the subject matter.

Tickets are currently on sale for Working, as well as for all of SMT’s 39th season selections. Go to www.seattlemusicaltheatre.org, to learn more about the company and their upcoming season.

September 9 through October 2, 2016 at Seattle Musical Theatre, 7120 62nd Ave NE, Seattle 98115 in Magnuson Park.



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Home sales in Lake Forest Park during August 2016

The following is a sampling of homes at each price point that sold in Lake Forest Park during the month of August 2016 from data compiled for the Shoreline Area News by the Shoreline Windermere office.




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Rotary 30th Anniversary celebration Sunday at LFP Farmers' Market



Lake Forest Park Rotary will be marking 30 years of service to the city and neighboring communities by putting on a community event this Sunday in front of City Hall, next to the LFP Farmers Market in Town Center, intersection Ballinger and Bothell Way.

The LFP Police Department will be serving up baked salmon meals to raise money for Special Olympics Washington, beer and wine will be available in the Rotary Beer Garden, and there will be lots of music throughout the day (times approximate):

10:00   Color Guard, Taps and the Kenmore Pipes and Drums
10:45   Milner Family Fiddles
11:40   Shorecrest Hip Hop Team
12:00   Ed Alto
1:00    The Country Kings
3:00    Revolver



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Kenmore police make arrest in Inglemoor school threat case

Kenmore Police arrested a 16 year old teen Wednesday for threats he made towards other Inglemoor High School students and staff on Instagram in June. One of the posts threatened to “shoot up” the school.


Kenmore Police and the King County Sheriff’s Office started an investigation on June 15th when Inglemoor school officials learned of the threats and reported them to police.

During the investigation detectives conducted a search warrant at a house in Kenmore and determined a 16 year old Inglemoor student living at the house was responsible for the posts. The student was arrested yesterday morning for Felony Harassment and released to his parents.

Police warn that school threats are taken seriously and as in this investigation search warrants may be obtained to track down the suspect and make an arrest.



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Fall sailing schedule for Washington state ferries

Photo courtesy WSDOT
WSFerries will start its fall sailing schedule a week from Sunday on September 18.

You can pick up a paper schedule at a ferry dock near you, check your schedule online or download the WSDOT app to check times and how many spaces are available (note that number doesn’t include anyone who is in line outside of the ticket booths).

This fall sailing schedule will be in effect until January 7, 2017.



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Salmon Bake and Raffle Sunday at LFP Farmers Market

Capt. Paul Armbrust and Det. Tony Matthews
selling advance tickets at the LFP Farmers Market
Photo by Jerry Pickard

The Lake Forest Park Police Department will hold their annual Salmon Bake and Raffle Sunday at the LFP Farmers Market at Town Center, intersection of Bothell Way and Ballinger Way in Lake Forest Park.

The Salmon Bake will take place on Sunday September 11 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The cost is $12 for adults and $8 for children.

Raffle for autographed Seahawks football
Photo courtesy LFP Police

They are also selling raffle tickets for:
  • a two night stay at Sun Mountain Lodge and use of a Mini-Cooper to get there and back 
  • two tickets to the University Of Washington / Oregon State football game
  • a football autographed by Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll, KJ Wright, DeShawn Shead and others
Raffle tickets sell for $2 each or six tickets for $10. Sales will continue until 4pm.

Proceeds are donated to the Special Olympics.

Rotary will have music and a wine / beer garden, celebrating their 30th Anniversary.

09-08-2016 Corrected name in photo caption

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American Legion presents Life Changer award to Brad and Kim Lancaster

Larry Fischer, chair of the selection committee, presenting
the life changer award to Kim and Brad Lancaster.
Photo by Jerry Pickard

On Tuesday evening, September 6, 2016 at the Post 227 building in Shoreline, Kim and Brad Lancaster were awarded the American Legion Post 227 life changer award.

The award was given for the generous help the couple gave to homeless people.

In the fall of 2015, a group of homeless people, including families with children, had lost their campground in Shoreline and had no place to go.

Shoreline residents Kim and Brad offered their back yard as a campground and also offered access to their bathroom and laundry. The homeless people camped in the Lancaster back yard for four months until they were able to find other places to live.

Photo by Jerry Pickard

As winners of the life changer award, Kim and Brad received a framed certificate signed by Richard White, the Post 227 commander. They also received a $200 gift certificate to dine at the Sky City Restaurant atop the Seattle Space Needle. The Lancasters were nominated for the award by Shoreline residents Linda Stein and Bettelinn Brown.

This was the fifth time Post 227 gave their life changer award. In 2012, Lea Coats won the award for her sustained wise counsel that helped a troubled young family with children to stay together (see article). In 2013, Bill Briggs Sr., won the award for enabling several thousand children with physical disabilities to attend free, week-long summer camps (see article).

In 2014, Barbara Williams won the award for her continuing service as the volunteer director of a Kiwanis free, week-long summer camp for children with physical disabilities (see article). In 2015, Virginia Harvey won the award for her many years of volunteer service at Veterans Hospital (see article).

Post 227 intends to continue offering the life changer award annually. Each spring, details on how to nominate candidates for the award will be published in an article in the Shoreline Area News. Please watch for that article if you have a nominee in mind.

--Carroll Goering, Asst. Adjutant, Post 227



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Georg Büchner’s Woyzeck at Stage One Theatre at North Seattle College

Chris Mayse as Woyzeck
Seattle Theatre Works is proud to present Georg Büchner’s rarely produced, unfinished, boundary-breaking Woyzeck at North Seattle College’s Stage One Theater September 16 through October 1, 2016.

Seattle Theatre Works’ Woyzeck is a Partner Project of The 14/48 Projects.

Based on a real murder case that took place in Germany in 1821 involving one of the first insanity defenses in legal history, Woyzeck tells the story of a soldier struggling to survive abject poverty with a common law wife and new child.

To make ends meet, he does his military service, performs odd jobs for his eccentric Captain, and subjects himself to strange experiments by a Doctor who forces him to eat only a diet of peas.

As the forces bearing down on his existence begin to cause him to lose grip on his sanity, Woyzeck is forced over the edge when he discovers that his common law wife, Marie, engages in an affair with another soldier.

This production of Woyzeck is adapted and directed by Daniel Tarker. “Why produce this play in Seattle now?” asks Tarker. 
“With the growing economic disparity in the city exemplified by rising housing costs and the growing homeless problem, not to mention cuts to social services programs serving populations suffering from mental illness, Woyzeck promises to provide a catalyst for discussion about these urgent social issues impacting the Seattle community.”

Collaborating with local composer and 14/48 veteran Michael Owcharuk, the cast is developing a living soundscape on stage where the performers are using their bodies and set pieces to create the soundtrack and sound effects live on stage.

Woyzeck features the acting talents of Sarah Bixler (Ensemble), Leo Campbell-Klein (Ensemble), Peter Cook (The Captain), Matthew Edwards (Andre), Mike Gilson (Drum Major), Stephanie Graham (Marie), Chris Mayse (Woyzeck), Zoey Poole (Girl), Corey Spruill (Ensemble), Aaron Sterne (Boy), and Steven Sterne (The Doctor).

Tarker is joined on the production team by Steve Cooper (Lighting), Amy LaZerte (Costumes) Michael Owcharuk (Sound / Music), and Kim Rosin (Sets), with production support from Justin Babbitt (Stage Manager) and Kali Greenberg (ASM).

Seattle Theatre Works presents Woyzeck
September 16 through October 1, 2016
Stage One Theater at North Seattle College
9600 College Way North, Seattle 98103

Performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm
Industry Night Monday September 19 at 8 pm
Matinee Sunday Sept. 25 at 2 pm, and Thursday Sept. 29 at 8 pm.

Tickets can be purchased online here or here



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The Odd Plant Show and Sale (TOPSS) this weekend at Sky



The Odd Plant Show and Sale (TOPSS) will be held at Sky Nursery on Saturday, September 10, 9 am – 6 pm and Sunday, September 11, 10 am – 4 pm.

What’s the point of cactus? Why get euphoric over euphorbia? 

Find out with the Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society at The Odd Plant Show and Sale (TOPSS).


Bunny ears
Photo courtesy CCSS

Great display of unusual specimens for outdoors and in — many unique varieties for sale — and experts available to answer your questions about these prickly prizes. 

It's a wonderful combination of a plant show, a plant sale, and Informational classes.

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


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New Crosswalk at 175th and Wallingford

New crosswalk at 175th and Wallingford
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

Watch for pedestrians and drive safely

If you drive on N 175th Street often, you will notice a new pedestrian crosswalk at 175th and Wallingford, which connects pedestrians to the west side of Meridian Park Elementary.

It is actually an old crosswalk that the City is reactivating with new rapid flashing yellow beacons that are activated by a pedestrian pushbutton.

When you see the lights flashing use caution and stop for pedestrians waiting to cross.

The City removed the crosswalk several years ago for safety reasons. However, even with the removal of the crosswalk and the placing of a “No Crossing” sign at the location, pedestrians continued to cross 175th at this location, many of whom are students at Meridian Park Elementary. 

The City and the Shoreline School District determined that it was best to reinstall the crosswalk with the flashing yellow beacons as an interim step until more comprehensive improvements can be designed and constructed.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact City Traffic Engineer Kendra Dedinsky at 206-801-2431.



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Public Hearing Thursday on tree removal permit regulations in LFP

Wednesday, September 7, 2016


Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Council to Consider Moratorium / Interim Development Regulations Pertaining to Tree Removal Permits

The Lake Forest Park City Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 8, 2016, at 7:00pm in the City Council Chambers, 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155, to receive comments on Ordinance 1137, adopting interim development regulations pertaining to tree removal permits.

Also included in this item is a draft of Ordinance 1141, an alternative to the interim regulations, adopting a six-month moratorium within the City on permits for tree removal.

The Council may take action during its regular meeting on September 8, 2016, on the proposed Ordinance 1137 or Ordinance 1141.

Citizens are invited to comment at the public hearing or to submit written comments prior to the hearing to the city clerk at the above address or by email.

Click here: “Ordinance 1137 Revised Agenda Materials,” for a copy of the revised materials being considered by the Council.



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Take pART in the Free Shop Hop Tour Saturday


Take pART in the Free Shop Hop Tour
Saturday, September 10, 11am - 6pm • Free


Shop local at the first ever Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Shop Hop, a store tour featuring locally owned, art-focused shops in our community. Pick up a “passport” at any of the stores, have it stamped at all three locations during event hours on Saturday, and enter for your chance to win one of the fabulous prizes:
  • A special gift basket including a Shoreline candle and coaster, cards, and more donated by Beach House Greetings
  • An artwork donated by local encaustic painter, Marji Thompson, on behalf of Garden Essentia
  • A print donated by local photographer, Lauren Heerschap, on behalf of the Gallery at Town Center

Plus, enjoy wax painting demos by Marji Thompson and a wine tasting by 8 Bells Winery at Garden Essentia from 1pm - 5pm, as well as refreshments at both Beach House Greetings and the Gallery at Town Center. The Gallery at Town Center will also feature an acoustic guitar performance by local musician, Ronnda Cadle, from 2pm - 4pm.

PARTICIPATING STORES

Beach House Greetings

A unique card and gift shop specializing in selection and service. Offering a large selection of unique greeting cards as well as gifts, stationery, party goods, gift wrap and ribbon, and other seasonal items.

626 NW Richmond Beach Road, Shoreline 98177, 206-542-2773

Garden Essentia

An elegant retail shop, learning center, and art gallery featuring ‘all things garden.’

20152 Ballinger Way NE Shoreline 98155, 206-453-3920

The Gallery at Town Center:

A program of the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, the Gallery at Town Center is located inside the Lake Forest Park Town Center, on the lower level. It features handmade jewelry, pottery, glass, textiles, greeting cards and wall art by 90+ local artists.

17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155, 206-588-8332

VIEW THE SHOP HOP MAP

This event is sponsored by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council. 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.




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Water sample testing results in Shoreline Public Schools

Shoreline Public Schools recently received the results from water fixture sample testing that occurred at all schools and district facilities.

Of the 578 samples tested, 16 tested for lead levels between 10-20 parts per billion (ppb) and six had levels higher than 20 ppb.

The actionable level set by the Department of Health is 20 ppb, however the district will replace fiaxtures that test higher than 10 ppb in schools.

Detailed information about each school’s testing was sent to families and staff at each building. You can find a summary of the testing results HERE.

Echo Lake, Parkwood, and Ridgecrest elementaries and the Central Warehouse and kitchen all tested over the Department of Health standard. Those fixtures that tested above 20 ppb were replaced, retested and found to have levels less than 10 ppb.

Fixtures that tested between 10-20 ppb are being retested to rule out false positives. All schools or facilities that had one or more water fixtures test above 10 ppb will have all water fixtures retested.

Once the testing process is complete, we will continue to test samples from water fixtures every five years as recommended by the Department of Health. We will continue to share information after each testing cycle.

You can learn more about lead testing in schools by visiting the Department of Health’s Lead in School Drinking Water FAQ webpage HERE.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Deputy Superintendent Marla Miller or 206-393-4514.



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When to stop for a school bus

Now that school is back in session and the roads are full of school buses, it's a good time to review the rules of the road for stopping for school buses that have their red stop signs out.



Be aware that there are school bus stops in many places in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park where there are no sidewalks and the kids are clustered at the side of the road waiting to be picked up.

When you come across a bus that is dropping kids off after school, the bus will pull away when the children are clear of the bus - but they are still walking along the road and some may still need or choose to cross the road. Remember we have few sidewalks and many open ditches, which restrict the walking area - and be alert.



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Central Washington University Summer Quarter honor roll

Abdulrahman Ahmed Roble of Shoreline has qualified for Central Washington University's Summer Quarter 2016 honor roll.

Central undergraduate students who earn a 3.5 or better grade point average, on a 4.0 scale, while carrying at least 12 graded credit hours of study are eligible for the honor roll.



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Do you have concerns about surface water in Shoreline?

Ronald Bog 2010
Photo by Janet Way

When it rains hard - do you have standing water on your street? Does your basement flood from street run-off? Is there land erosion due to surface water running down to Puget Sound? Do you have a stream running through your yard?

Or are things just fine?

Shoreline's Surface Water Utility would like to know what you think.

Start with the very short survey right here (take it before Friday, September 16) or call 206-801-2455 to complete the survey over the phone.

The Surface Water staff would like you to come to their open house this Thursday September 8 from 6-8pm in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, 98133.

They are in the process of preparing the 2017 Surface Water Master Plan to address drainage and water quality challenges associated with growth, increasing regulations, and aging infrastructure.

They would like public to provide input on the levels of service expected from the Utility. The meeting will provide customers with a general understanding of the Utility and an opportunity for the City to listen to the community, solicit innovative ideas, and receive public input regarding their concerns and experiences.



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Not too late to register for the free wildlife-friendly gardening class

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

North City Water District is hosting a Savvy Gardener class on Wednesday September 28, 2016, 6:30–8:00 pm at North City Water District, 1519 NE 177th Street in Shoreline 98155.

Wildlife-friendly gardening for beauty and sustainability.


This class will help you discover how urban wildlife can provide you with year-round natural pest and weed control, not to mention better pollination.

Class is free but you must register to attend:

Send an email to theresah@northcitywater.org or call the main office at 206-362-8100.



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Seattle Light and Seattle Public Utilities correct glitch in new billing system

Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities completed the launch of Seattle’s new utility customer information and billing system Monday.

The new customer information system will process 5.5 million City Light and SPU bills and collect about $1.8 billion in revenue annually. Over its projected lifetime, the system will handle some $21 billion in customer bills and payments, while serving more than 400,000 commercial, residential and industrial customers. It replaces a 15-year-old suite of database management software, which has lasted five years beyond its expected life and is no longer supported by its vendor.

A one-time technical error in the eBilling process resulted in 3041 City Light and SPU customers receiving multiple emails notifying them that their bills were available for viewing online or scheduled for automatic payment.

Although the information in the emails was correct, when some of those customers opened the eBilling link, they were shown other customers’ bills in addition to their own. All the affected bills were in a batch dated Sept. 4 and sent Sept. 5. The utilities are working to determine how many customers opened those links and how many were affected by this issue. 

As soon as the problem was discovered, the utilities shut down access to the online eBilling system. Monday evening, service was restored for customers to pay bills issued before Sept. 4.

No financial information, such as Social Security information or credit/debit card numbers, was disclosed by the error.  The information on a bill includes the customer’s name, address, account number, usage data and any Utility Discount Program discount. City Light and SPU will directly contact all customers affected by the error.

Customers have been assigned new account numbers with the change. Anyone who uses online banking to pay utility bills should update the account number to ensure proper payment.

Customers who call the utilities with questions should anticipate longer than usual wait times to speak to a representative as employees become more familiar with how to use the new system over the next few weeks.

Answers to frequently asked questions about the technical error are available online.

Answers to questions and other information about the new system are available online.


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46th Democrats meet Sept 15 for endorsement meeting

46th District Democrats will hold their September Endorsement Meeting on Thursday, September 15th, 2016 at the Mennonite Church in Lake City, 3120 NE 125th St, Seattle 98125.

Doors open 6:30pm and Forum begins 7:00pm.




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Thursday Roundtable: What's Hot and What's Not in the Local Job Market

This Thursday's Roundtable (9/8): What's Hot and What's Not in the Local Job Market, with Meridith Bane

Opportunity Center for Employment abd Education (OCEandE) Embedded Career Services Liaison, Meredith Bane will share the inside scoop on growing industries in our area and what the hiring landscape looks like for the next several months.

Meredith specializes in our demographic: She’s helped coordinate the Boomers on the Move Job Fair at North Seattle College and has recruited for Kelly Services. Come by to share strategies and light refreshments compliments of Central Market.

Thursday, September 8, 1:00-2:30pm
Shoreline Community College Bldg 9000, Room 9202. SCC Campus Map   Parking
Continuing Education / Bridges at Shoreline Winter Class Schedule

Ron Carnell, Program Specialist 2, Workforce Education and Chair, Classified Staff Professional Development Committee, Shoreline Community College206-533-6706



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LFP City Council regular meeting Thursday public hearing on tree ordinances

City of Lake Forest Park, City Council regular meeting, Thursday, September 8, 2016, 7:00pm.
City Hall Council Chambers, 17425 Ballinger Way NE

The Lake Forest Park City Council will honor retiring city arborist Mike Woodbury at its regular meeting. (see previous article)

Then it will hear a presentation on the ST 3 ballot measure.

Most of the meeting will be the public hearing on Ordinance 1137 /Adopting Interim Development Regulations Pertaining to Tree Removal Permits.

Citizens will have three minutes each to comment. As residents of Tree City Lake Forest Park pride themselves on their tree canopy, a large turn out is expected.

Links to staff documents are here.



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LFP City Council work session to hear from community partners and tree board

City of Lake Forest Park, City Council work session
Thursday, September 8, 2016, 6:00 p.m.
Lake Forest Room, 17425 Ballinger Way NE


 Council Discussion Topics - links to staff documents here

1. Community Partners Contracts (10 min)

Discussion Leader: Aaron Halverson, Environmental Programs Manager, and CoryRoche, Community Services Coordinator
Activity: Receive presentations from remaining community partners regardingannual report and funding request for 2017-2018 Biennial Budget (YMCA ofGreater Seattle, Dale Turner Family Branch, Kellogg Middle School “Hang Time”)
Goal: Prepare for budget

2. Complete Streets Policy (10 min)

Discussion Leader: Neil Jensen, City Engineer; Annie Brown, Management Intern
Activity: Consider refinements to ordinance adopting Complete Streets Policy
Goal: Prepare for Council approval

3. Compensation Study (10 min)

Discussion Leader: Lee Aalund, Administrative Services Manager
Activity: Review compensation philosophy
Goal: Prepare for budget

4. Tree Board Ordinance (10 min)

Discussion Leader: Steve Bennett, Planning & Building Director
Activity: Discuss creation of Tree Board

Goal: Prepare for Council action on September 22, 2016



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Shorewood boys tennis 9-6-2016

Gunnar Thorstenson
The Shorewood boys tennis team started their Fall WesCo South season with a convincing victory by defeating Kamiak high School, from the WesCo 4A league, 7-0 in a non conference match.

They were led by T-Bird number 1 singles Gunnar Thorstenson and team Captains Jack Stensrud, Peter Smith and Joseph Jang.

The T-Birds have a tough match up with powerhouse Jackson High School, also from WesCo 4A, on Wednesday September 7th at Jackson.

Then on Thursday September 8th they host Stanwood High School from the WesCo 3A North Division. All matches start at 3:30pm.

9/6/16 at Shorewood Courts
Shorewood  7  -  Kamiak  0

Singles

1. Gunnar Thorstenson SW def. Keaton Layman KM 6-2, 6-1
2. Jack Bong SW def. Muhammad Akbar KM 6-1, 6-1
3. Andrew Counter SW def. Lyn Siebert KM 6-3, 6-1
4. Steven Lin SW defeated Aiden Norris KM 4-6, 6-3, 6-4

Doubles

1. Jack Stensrud / Ji Yu SW def. Logan Urrutia / Brandon Baker KM 4-6, 6-2, 6-0
2. Peter Smith / Joseph Jang SW def. Cooper Layman / Jimmy Dang KM 6-1, 6-2
3. Andy Johnson / Max Buma SW def. Justin Nuygen / Lawson Bach KM 6-2, 6-2

--Coach Arnie Moreno



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Shorecrest varsity tennis 9-6-2015

Shorecrest Varsity Boys Tennis WesCo 2A/3A
9-16-2016 at Kellogg courts
Shorecrest 5 - Glacier Peak 2
Shorecrest overall record 1-0

Shorecrest won all four of its singles matches against Glacier Peak and one of its doubles.

Singles
#1 Faiz Khan SC vs Sean Peterson 6-1, 6-0
#2 Jacob Goldstein-Street SC vs Kyle Shaff 7-6 (7-4), 6-1
#3 Steven Zhu SC vs Cade Younie 6-4, 6-4
#4 Kasey Shibayama SC vs Austin Petz 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5)

Doubles
#1 Reed Tangeman / Chris King SC vs Andrew Chauvin / Skyler Cannon 7-6 (8-6), 7-6 (7-5)
#2 Winston Park / David Kim SC vs Jacob Price / Cole Russon 6-2, 0-6, 2-6
#3 Tae Min Hong / Sam Rowbotham SC vs Nick Baldini / Daniel Chauvin 4-6, 6-7 (0-7)

--Coach Robert Mann



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Food truck schedule Sept 9-11 - last week for the giant pig truck

Nimmerdog
Ridgecrest Public House Week Food Truck Schedule
Sept 7-11, 2016
5 - 9pm

The Ridgecrest Public House at 5th NE and NE 165th sponsors food trucks outside their business every day of the week.

Those over 21 are welcome to bring their food inside the Pub to eat. And you can take in a movie at the Crest movie theater after you eat.

Outdoor seating is available at nearby picnic tables.

Ridgecrest Public House Food Truck Schedule 5-9pm daily:

Wed 9.7: Napkin Friends - home of the latke press sandwich

Thu 9.8: The Peach and The Pig - sandwiches, vegetables

Fri 9.9: Maximus Minimus (last time at Ridgecrest Pub in 2016 – seasonal truck) pulled pork and veggie sandwiches

Sat 9.10: Seoul Kitchen - Korean food

Sun 9.11: Nimmerdogs - hot dogs

Stop inside and get a bouquet of dahlias in return for a donation to the Senior Center.



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County Council adopts motion calling for steps to protect public from lead poisoning

Exposure to lead, especially for young children and infants, continues to be a significant health concern. The Metropolitan King County Council today gave its unanimous support to a King County Board of Health resolution calling for steps to prevent lead poisoning, which is known to have health effects, including decreased physical growth, learning disabilities, decreased IQ, and behavioral problems.

Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles, a member of the King County Board of Health said “Public Health of Seattle and King County estimates that more than eight thousand children in King County may have elevated blood lead levels and the state Department of Health reports that only a fraction of children exposed to lead in King County and Washington state actually receive blood lead-level tests. 


"We are encouraging all King County health care providers to screen all children at ages twelve and twenty-four months for lead levels.”

“I strongly support this effort to address environmental health hazards for children in King County,” said Council Vice Chair Rod Dembowski, who also chairs the Board of Health. “Preventing lead exposure is critical to childhood development and is consistent with our goals on the Board of Health.”

Lead exposure is a danger to children because growing bodies absorb proportionally more lead than adults. Incidents in Issaquah and Tacoma, along with the national impact of the heavy lead exposure in Flint, Michigan, have increased awareness of the continuing issue of lead exposure, which led the King County Board of Health to issue a call for measures to reduce potential exposure to lead.

The adopted motion supports measures approved by the Board of Health. Those steps include:
  • Calling on federal and state lawmakers to take meaningful action to address lead poisoning;
  • Encouraging and exploring requiring all King County health care providers to adopt Washington State Department of Health guidance for lead screening of all children at ages twelve and twenty-four months; and
  • Encouraging Washington state to update the occupational safety standards for lead in Washington state to provide greater protection for workers and their families.


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On the Mayor's Mind: First day of school

Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts
By Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts

For hundreds of parents across the Shoreline School District, September 7, is the first day of school for their kindergartener. Kindergarten marks a new chapter for both the student and the parent.

As the parent of an incoming Kindergartener, I watched my son be simultaneously excited for school and full of nervous energy and apprehension about the first day. He knows that things will be different with new classmates, new teachers, and we have done our best to help explain that expectations may be different as well.

I am unsure how I will feel as I drop him off for his first day. I am proud of my son, and what he has learned over the past several years. I know he is ready for Kindergarten and that he will enjoy every minute of school. At the same time, I am feeling a little sad, as part of me just wants to hold onto the baby I fell in love with the moment he was born. I enjoyed the flexibility to take him to Paramount School Park on a sunny morning or down to the Zoo or the Pacific Science Center where he loves to visit the butterflies. Now our lives will be more dictated by the school calendar, as new terms and events have entered our vocabulary: “Early Release Day,” “Curriculum Night,” and “Bike-O-Thon.”

This upcoming milestone brought back to my mind the Adam Sandler movie, “Click.” Not the best movie I ever saw, but the movie involves Sandler’s character possessing a remote control for their lives. Instead of fast-forwarding like the character, part of me would want to replay the moments of my son’s infancy and toddlerhood.

Alas, life goes in one direction - forward. Change is the only constant.

Across Shoreline and Lake Forest Park, our schools are preparing for a new cohort of students, our businesses will hire new workers, and new people will call our cities home. In each case, they will bring their own perspectives and values into our communities, reinvigorating our neighborhoods, and challenging teachers, managers, and community leaders to rise up to address their issues.

I may not know what challenges we will face in this new chapter. Instead of trying to hit rewind, or hit pause, as a Dad I am excited to greet the new day, and walk hand in hand with my son through the classroom doors on the first day of school. As your mayor, I am looking forward to celebrating successes and working hard, hand in hand with Shoreline residents, to meet our city’s challenges.



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Dances of Universal Peace in Shoreline



Dances of Universal Peace are a group of simple dances to live music. The focus of each dance is in the singing of a particular sacred phrase or phrases inspired by a large variety of religious and spiritual traditions from around the world.

No experience necessary. All dances are taught.

Starting this Friday, September 9th at 7:30pm (and every second Friday from now on) at Shoreline Community Acupuncture - 18505 Firlands Ave N., Shoreline 98133.

Small donation accepted but no one turned away for lack of funds. Fragrance free please.

For more information,  contact David Matthews at 206-272-0580.



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Food Truck Shoreline - Wednesday at Saltwater Park

Food Truck Shoreline!
Wednesday, Sept. 7, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Richmond Beach Saltwater Park
2021 NW 190th Street, Shoreline 98177

Sponsored by Richmond Beach Community Association
and City of Shoreline's Office of Economic Development


Need a lift for those end-of-summer, back-to-school blues? Come on down to the beach for one last summer food truck event!

Head to the lower parking lot for dinner from Streetzeria or Bread and Circuses and dessert from My Sweet Lil' Cakes. Then move to the upper shelter to enjoy your food and a rock and roll party with music by Casual Bowtie.

Come early to avoid lines and walk if possible (parking is limited).

Casual Bowtie
Casual Bowtie is a band with heart, talent and enthusiasm. The diversity of music spans from the 50’s to today and is super fun for all ages! Get your dancing shoes on for a rock and roll party!

Streetzeria pizza

Straight from Richmond Beach’s own backyard, Streetzeria will be serving up delicious artisan pizza with fresh, local ingredients. Fine.Street.Pizza.

Circus Burger from Bread and Circuses

Bread and Circuses focuses on gastropub eats, including the “Circus Burger” – bone marrow bun, 70/30 house ground beef, provel cheese, crisp bacon, arugula, pickled red onion and three pepper cider aioli. Bring it on!



My Sweet Lil’ Cakes, a “50s themed mobile food diner,” specializes in hotcakes stuffed with sweet and savory ingredients and served up on a stick with dipping sauces. Yum!

See you at the beach!



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A weekend of parties for Lake Forest Park

Photo by Jerry Pickard


Lake Forest Park has a weekend of parties September 10 - 11.

On Saturday, the City is sponsoring a big party in Pfingst Animal Acres Park, 17435 Brookside Blvd NE, Lake Forest Park 98155.

Bring family and friends to join the City in celebrating Lake Forest Park’s Community for Picnic in the Park from 10am to 3pm at Animal Acres Park. Community Partners of the City will be setting up booths with information and fun activities. Look for Bouncy Houses, Kids Crafts, Fire Truck, Public Works Big Rigs and a Petting Zoo.

Food truck participants will be: Mobile Mayan, Cathouse Pizza and Moonie Icy Tunes!

Pack a blanket or low chair to sit on and enjoy the concerts: Tim Noah, Pig Snout and Hotel Vignette!

Walking to Animal Acres is encouraged but parking will be available at Brookside Elementary School and the Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church off of NE 178th St.

On Sunday, from 10am to 4pm, Lake Forest Park Rotary is celebrating its 30th Anniversary at the Farmers' Market with non-stop musical acts and Lake Forest Park Police are holding their annual Salmon Bake and raffle.



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Kenmore celebrates completion of SR 522 construction project

Monday, September 5, 2016



Kenmore will hold a public ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the SR 522 Roadway Improvements Project (61st to 65th Avenues).

Thank you to the Kenmore community, including businesses, residents, commuters, and stakeholders, for your patience as we completed work on this project.

The event will be held Friday, September 9 at The Vine Church from 11am to 12 noon.

Honored guests include Senator David Frockt, Representative Jessyn Farrell, Stephen Uy, District Outreach Coordinator, Office of Governor Jay Inslee, Lorena Eng, NW Region Administrator, State Department of Transportation, and Steve Gorcester, Executive Director, State Transportation Improvement Board.



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LFP burglar sentenced to 96 months

Sentenced to 96 months
From the LFP Police

Last week, Clifford Barkoff pled guilty to four felonies and will be going away for 96 months.

Barkoff is a prolific burglar that was caught last year in the act by LFP Officers.

Police recovered more than $13,000 in stolen property taken in burglaries all across King, Snohomish and Pierce counties.

See previous story

He was in possession of multiple firearms.

Great job to the officers that put this crook away!



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