Picnic in the Park at Pfingst is popular place for people

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Lake Forest Park held its end of summer Picnic in the Park on Saturday, at Pfingst Animal Acres Park, with music and information booths for the big people, and a lot of activities for the little ones.

The petting zoo was a big draw with goats, an alpaca, and a wallaby.

Photo by Jerry Pickard

The Youth Council had a planting table so kids could go home with something to grow.

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Republic Services had a game wheel and information about recycling.

There were a couple of bouncy houses and a lot of activity and craft tables. The mayor spoke, the band played, the weather cooperated, and a good time was had by all.



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Best Starts for Kids Implementation Plan for voter approved levy sent to full County Council

County Council committee approves blueprint for Best Starts for Kids 

The Metropolitan King County Council’s Health, Housing and Human Services Committee has unanimously sent to the full Council, with a “do-pass” recommendation, the plan for funding the programs that will be part of the voter-approved Best Starts for Kids (BSK) program.

Best Starts for Kids is the prevention-oriented regional plan aimed at supporting the healthy development of children and youth, families and communities across the county.

The Council Leadership Team for Best Starts for Kids, and all Councilmembers serving on the Health, Housing and Human Services Committee for the purposes of the Best Starts for Kids General Implementation Plan, have worked to strengthen the transmitted plan in a variety of ways, including:
  • Adding statements of intent by the County to foster and support the participation of organizations and community members from communities facing challenges across King County; and
  • Adding clarity on the way the Communities of Opportunity will deliver on a vision to reduce disparities and improve the ability of all communities to perform well on health and well-being indicators. Communities of Opportunity is a program strategy based on the latest research regarding the impact of place on individual and population health and well-being outcomes; it builds on a partnership between King County and The Seattle Foundation and supports local communities in building their own capacity to creative positive change. 

“I’m pleased that the revised implementation plan will now go to the full council,” said Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles, Chair of the Health, Housing and Human Services Committee.

“This program was approved last year by a huge majority of voters, who recognized the need to invest in the future of our children and communities. Kudos to Executive Constantine for spearheading this important initiative.” 

“Securing funds for preventative Health and Human Services was my top priority when coming to the County Council,” said Council Vice Chair Rod Dembowski. 
“Today’s action by the Council’s HHHS Committee marks a significant milestone for our collective work to improve opportunities for King County’s children and youth. I’m grateful for the strong community partnership that brought us to this happy day.”

Approved by voters in 2015, Best Start for Kids supports the healthy development of children and youth, families and communities across the county. The funds generated by the levy are focused on providing services at key moments in children’s brain development: prenatal through early childhood, and again in adolescence.

The BSK levy ordinance adopted by the Council called for the County Executive to develop and present to the Council a plan identifying funding strategies and outcomes for programs that receive Best Starts for Kids funds. Those funds are to be distributed as follows:
  • 50 percent of levy proceeds for the Invest Early Allocation (0-5 year olds);
  • 35 percent for the Sustain the Gain Allocation (5-24 year olds); 
  • 10 percent for the Communities Matter Allocation (Communities of Opportunity); and
  • 5 percent for the Outcomes-Focused and Data-Driven Allocation.
This spring, the Council adopted an Implementation Plan for the $19 million Youth and Family Homelessness Prevention Initiative, the first major program created as part of Best Starts for Kids. The Best Starts for Kids General Implementation Plan puts forward a framework for spending an estimated $379 million, the remainder of the estimated collections over the life of the levy.

The Implementation Plan is targeted to achieve three key results across the strategy areas set forth in the Best Starts for Kids levy ordinance:
  • Babies are born healthy and establish a strong foundation for lifelong health and well-being,
  • King County is a place where everyone has equitable opportunities to be safe and healthy as they progress through childhood, building academic and life skills to be thriving members of their communities,
  • Communities offer safe, welcoming and healthy environments that help improve outcomes for all of King County’s children and families, regardless of where they live.

The legislation has been sent to the full County Council for discussion and possible action at the Council’s September 19 meeting.



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Shoreline Walks: Two new walks in September

2016 Ridgecrest Walk
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

Shoreline Walks has two brand new walks planned for September. Both walks focus on different neighborhoods in South Shoreline.

This Saturday, September 17th at 10am Join walk leader Dan Short for a hearty three mile walk around the Parkwood neighborhood and Twin Ponds Park. The following Sunday, September 25th, at 9:30am, join walk leader Mary Moen for an easy Sunday Stroll through the Ridgecrest neighborhood on the streets connecting Paramount School Park and Twin Ponds Park.

The free group walk is part of the City of Shoreline’s “Shoreline Walks” community walking program helping Shoreline adults stay active, meet new people (or connect with old friends) and feel safer and more confident exploring our city by foot.

No need to sign up, just show up with your walking shoes! For more information on Shoreline Walks, see this page or call Recreation Specialist Marianne Johnson at 206-801-2638.

Saturday, September 17th, 10:00am
Twin Ponds and Parkwood Neighborhood Walk

A new walk for the Fall! This hearty 3 mile walk will explore the Parkwood Neighborhood including Twin Ponds Park and Community Gardens. This is a great walking route for those looking for an extended walk in South Shoreline. Walk is rated moderate for some short staircases and hills.

Meet at: Jo-Ann Fabrics Parking Lot, 15236 Aurora Ave N.

Sunday, September 25th, 9:30am
Paramount Park to Twin Ponds Park Walk


A new walk for the Fall! Take an easy Sunday morning stroll through the Ridgecrest and Parkwood neighborhoods exploring both Paramount School Park and Twin Ponds Park. Strollers and wheel chairs welcome. Walk is approximately 2 miles / 1.5hrs and is rated moderately easy.

Meet at: Paramount School Park, 15300 8th Ave NE




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Watch the Seahawks at the Shoreline Library

Monday, September 12, 2016

Watch the Seattle Seahawks Game at Your Library!

The Sunday game against the Los Angeles Rams will be broadcast on the Big Screen at the Shoreline Library for a viewing party with the Friends of the Shoreline Library (and of the Seahawks!)

Sunday, September 18, 2016, 1-4:30pm, Shoreline Library Large Meeting Room, 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline 98155.

The game starts at 1:05pm.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.



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CERT Training - register now for October

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training is designed to educate community members about disaster preparedness and train them in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light urban search and rescue, team organization, disaster medical operations and other related safety areas.

By taking this course, you will better prepare yourself to stay safe and help others during a disaster.

This course does NOT authorize you to respond to any incident on behalf of any response agency.

The CERT course is 24 hours of instruction (8 sessions of three hours).  To become a certified CERT graduate, there is a minimum required attendance.

To register, applicants must be at least eighteen years of age (or 14 years of age if accompanied by a parent also taking the course). Classes are limited in size and will be filled on a first-registered, first-served basis. Registration will be confirmed when NEMC receives this form and the $35 course fee.

The first class begins Thursday October 6th, 7:00 pm at Northshore Fire Station 51, 7220 NE 181st ST Kenmore.

Fill out the attached registration form, or call Carl Lunak at 425-354-1744



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Meridian Park hosts Double Header informational meeting 9-20


On Tuesday, September 20th, Meridian Park Neighborhood Association presents two informational programs within its monthly meeting.

The first part of the evening will be an opportunity to learn about Shoreline's Proposition 1 Levy Lid Lift; funding for a number of programs around the city in the areas of public safety, parks and recreation, school grounds, and community helping services for seniors, families in need, and more.

Come find out the details from a City Staff member who will be on hand to answer questions.

The second half of the evening hails a return from Office Steve Perry and the roll-out of Shoreline (Block) Watch. Learn about how to effectively organize your neighbors to protect yourselves and your valuables.

Meridian Park Neighborhood Association meets in Room 303 in Shoreline City Hall located at 17500 Midvale Ave N 7pm-8:30pm. Light refreshments will be served. For more information call Cynthia Knox at 206-218-3302 or email.



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Edmonds Sons of Norway hosts October 1st Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale

The Edmonds Sons of Norway Lodge is hosting its third Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale of the year.

This is the last time in 2016 to get your taste of Norwegian style pancakes with all the trimmings. Eat great food while supporting lodge programs and local organizations.

The breakfast will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2016 between 7:30am – 12:00pm at the Edmonds Masonic Center, 515 Dayton Street.

Breakfasts are a hearty portion of Norwegian pancakes with strawberries, ham, juice, coffee or tea and cost $8.00. Kids 6-10 cost $5 and 5 and younger are free.

Enjoy live music and after you eat, visit the craft and bake sale tables. Kids can participate in free folk dancing lessons between 10am-noon.

Proceeds from the Pancake Breakfast events support the Edmonds Food Bank, Ski For Light outings for mobility and sight impaired skiers, scholarships and the Sons of Norway Foundation.

The Sons of Norway is the largest Norwegian organization outside of Norway with a mission of preserving and promoting Norwegian heritage and tradition through cultural and social activities offered at local and district lodges.

For more information about the Edmonds Chapter of the Sons of Norway (Norwegian ancestry NOT required) contact Lodge President Sandra Ferchen 425-275-7114.

More information here.



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Head Softball Coach named at Shoreline Community College

Kelley Kaneshiro
A familiar face has taken the reins of the Shoreline Community College Softball program.

Athletic Director Steve Eskridge is pleased to announce that former Assistant Coach Kelley Kaneshiro will assume the role of Head Softball Coach.

“I could not be more pleased that we were able to keep Kelley on board after a successful 2016 season, ” Eskridge stated. “Kelley brings great experience as a coach and former NCAA Division 1 player, but most importantly she understands what it means to be a part of Shoreline Community College.”

Kaneshiro spent last season as an Assistant with the program and helped the Dolphins reach the NWAC Tournament as well as a #10 RPI ranking. Prior to joining the Phins, Kaneshiro spent one season as an Assistant Coach with Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne where she focused on position players and hitting. Kaneshiro had a decorated career at Utah State where she still holds the career records for home runs and slugging percentage. Her single-season home run marks rank first (2010), third (2011), third (2008), and ninth (2012) all-time in program history.

Kaneshiro will also join the Athletic Department as a Recreation and Athletic Specialist for the 2016-17 school year. She begins her duties as Head Softball Coach immediately and begins her new position in the Athletic Department on September 17th.



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Moon Over Buffalo opens Oct 7 at Phoenix

Steve Heiret, Karen Hendrickson
Photo by Eric Lewis

The Phoenix Theatre 
presents

Moon Over Buffalo
by
Ken Ludwig

Directed by
Eric Lewis
October 7th thru 30th

Friday and Saturday 8:00 pm Sunday 2:00 pm
$19.00 Adults, $16.00 Seniors/Military

This madcap comedy centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950’s who are on the brink of a disastrous breakup caused by George’s dalliance with a young actress.

They receive word that Frank Capra is coming to see their matinee and if he likes what he sees may cast them in his next movie. Unfortunately everything that could go wrong does go wrong due to their daughter’s clueless boyfriend and hilarious uncertainty about which play they are performing.

Cast: Jay Jenkins, Tom Cook, Karen Hendrickson, Steve Heiret, Cindy Boggio, Tracy Kirkpatrick, Jim Thompson, Melanie Calderwood



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Public Notice: Ronald Wastewater District Commissioners

SPECIAL MEETING/WORKSHOP NOTICE

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified that the Board of Commissioners of the Ronald Wastewater District will hold a Special Meeting/Workshop on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. regarding General Facility Charges.

The meeting will take place at Ronald Wastewater District Office, 17505 Linden Ave. North, Shoreline, Washington.



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Run like monsters are chasing you - registration open for Monster Mash


Registration for the 2016 Monster Mash Dash 5K Fun Run and Walk is now available.

The Monster Mash Dash is a family 5k fun run and walk along Shoreline's Interurban Trail. 

Costumes are encouraged. Prizes will be awarded for costumes and for the fastest runners.

The race will not be officially timed, but will be officially fun.
  • Register online 
  • or complete the registration form and mail or drop off the form and check to Spartan Recreation Center, 202 NE 185th St, Shoreline, WA 98155
  • or Call the Spartan Recreation Center and sign up by phone: 206-801-2600
Monster Mash Dash - Saturday, October 8
Check in on day of registration: 8:00am
Shoreline City Hall Entrance: 17500 Midvale Avenue North
Parking available in the City Hall parking lot

Cost:
  • Adults (18 and up) - $10 
  • Youth (ages 6-17) - $5 
  • Children (ages 5 and under) - free
  • T-shirts - $10 (Optional)

Additional information here or call 206-801-2600

We invite you to join us in promoting a healthy lifestyle by signing up today for the fun run and walk!


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Photo: Lineworker without a safety harness

Sunday, September 11, 2016

Photo by Heather McLaughlin

Heather McLaughlin says, "This line worker really should have a safety harness." 

She photographed this Pileated woodpecker along Forest Park Drive in Shoreline.

Surely there must be a safety manual somewhere that covers bird-brained workers?  

Christine Southwick named the Pileated Woodpecker as her Christmas bird. (See previous article)





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Grandparents' Day at the Senior Center Monday

Monday, September 12, 11:45am lunch at the Shoreline-LFP Senior Center celebrates grandparents.


Grandparents -  bring your children and grandchildren to this very special meal and celebration for Grandparents Day.

We will be enjoying a special meal for Grandparents Day: Swedish Meatballs with pasta and sour cream dill sauce, green salad with tomatoes and vinaigrette, and a fresh orange.

Meal starts at 11:45am. Arrive early to assure you will have a seat. A $3 donation for seniors 60 and older is recommended, participants under 60 can enjoy this meal for $6.

The Senior Center is located in the southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus at NE 185th and 1st NE.



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Fall In the Edible Garden: What Can I Still Plant?

Lisa Taylor
Photo courtesy Seattle Tilth
Fall In the Edible Garden:
What Can I Still Plant?

Workshop at the Shoreline Library,
Thursday, September 15, 7pm
345 NE 175th, 98155.

There is still time to get outside and enjoy your garden.

Join garden educator Lisa Taylor, author of Your Farm in the City: An Urban-dweller's Guide to Growing Food and Raising Animals and the Maritime Northwest Garden Guide in a lively session about the ins and outs of fall and winter gardening and how to extend your growing season.




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Author events - Carl Hiassen plus five authors at Third Place Books this week

Best-selling author Carl Hiassen tops the ticket this week at Third Place Books, but as usual there is an eclectic line up of authors.

The biographer of Betty MacDonald, the owner of an American diner in Paris, foodie authors, and a Manifesto Against Ageism make for another interesting week.

Third Place Books, upper level Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way, Lake Forest Park.

Carl Hiassen
Razor Girl (Knopf)
Monday, September 12 at 7pm
PRIORITY SIGNING LINE TICKET WITH PURCHASE
The new full-tilt, unstoppably hilarious and entertaining novel from the best-selling author of Skinny Dip and Bad Monkey. Join us with Carl on the Third Place stage.

Priority signing line tickets given with purchase of Razor Girl at Third Place Books. Book and Tickets available now.

Paula Becker
Looking for Betty MacDonald: The Egg and I, the Plague, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (UW)
Tuesday, September 13 at 7pm
This first biography of this endearing Northwest storyteller, reveals the story behind the memoirs and the difference between the real Betty MacDonald and her literary persona.

Adam Bray
Marvel Absolutely Everything You Need to Know (DK)
Wednesday, September 14 at 7pm
Join us for a night of Marvel trivia led by author Adam Bray. Prizes will be given !

Craig Carlson
Pancakes in Paris: Living the American Dream in France (Sourcebooks)
Thursday, September 15 at 7pm
Pancakes in Paris: Living the American Dream in France,
combines delightful tales of humor and hope as Carlson recalls how he turned his crazy idea of opening an American-style diner in Paris into a successful reality.

Shalane Flanagan
Run Fast, Eat Slow : Nourishing Recipes for Athletes (Rodale)
Friday, September 16 at 6:30pm
From world-class marathoner and 4-time Olympian Shalane Flanagan and chef Elyse Kopecky comes a whole foods, flavor-forward cookbook that proves food can be indulgent and nourishing at the same time.

Ashton Applewhite
This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism
Saturday, September 17 at 6:30pm
Lively, funny, and deeply researched, This Chair Rocks explains the roots of ageism and how it divides and debases and examines how ageist myths and stereotypes cripple the way our brains and bodies function.




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RBCA meeting: City of Shoreline Levy, Hopelink and Point Wells Update

Richmond Beach Community Association's 
September Community Meeting
Tuesday, Sept. 13
7:00 p.m. - social
7:30 p.m. - meeting
Richmond Beach Congregational Church
1912 NW 195th Street

Topics: City of Shoreline Levy, Hopelink and Point Wells Update

After a fun summer off, monthly public meetings of the Richmond Beach Community Association resume Tuesday, September 13, with news from the City of Shoreline, Hopelink and the Point Wells Study Group.

On July 25, the Shoreline City Council adopted Resolution No. 389, which places a levy lid lift on the November 8 ballot. If approved by Shoreline voters, Shoreline Proposition 1 would help fund and maintain current levels of police and emergency services, including neighborhood safety and traffic patrols, school safety programs and community crime prevention programs.

It would also help fund park and trail maintenance; playgrounds and play equipment; ball fields, restrooms and the Shoreline pool; and preserve recreation programs for youth, families and seniors.

Proposition 1 would also continue funding for community services for seniors, youth and individuals and families in need. A city representative will further explain the levy and answer questions.

Hopelink has been serving needy families and people in distress for many years and will be on hand to describe current and upcoming activities, including food and clothing drives, fundraising, transitional housing and aid to families in crisis in our community.

Representatives from Richmond Beach Advocates and other community activists will tell the latest on Point Wells. The meeting early in the summer about the anticipated release of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement was very well attended. With the DEIS thought to be imminent, those wanting to comment and be a "party of record" need to be poised for action.



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Food truck schedule Sept 12-18 - Chezbogz is new to venue

Entree from ChezBogz

Ridgecrest Public House Week Food Truck Schedule
Sept 12-18, 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:

Mon 9.12: Anchor End Pretzel Shoppe - sands on soft pretzels

Tue 9.13: Don Luchos - Peruvian flavored sands

Wed 9.14: Napkin Friends - home of the latke press sand

Thu 9.15: The Peach and The Pig - pork, chicken, mushroom sands, cooked veggies

Fri 9.16: Streetzeria - a dozen different pizzas

Sat 9.17: Chezbogz (new addition to regular schedule) - homecooked Filipino food from a family owned and operated business

Sun 9.18: Nimmerdogs - fully loaded hot dogs


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



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Crime in Shoreline week ending 9-6-15 - when you fire someone, change the locks

Selected items from the Shoreline Police blotter, week ending September 6, 2015.

8-26  Woman repeatedly punched in face by finance, who fled the scene. K9 track unsuccessful.
8-27  Spin Alley burglarized by someone with keys and codes and combination to safe. $4000 missing.
8-28  Confrontation between 86 year old pedestrian and female rollerblader at Paramount School Park.
8-28  Unprovoked assault on Shorecrest soccer field leaves victim unconscious. Transported to hospital with non life threatening injuries.
8-28  Person taken from Aurora MacDonald's for alcohol detox.
8-28  Person contacted after dark in Echo Lake Park arrested on outstanding warrants.
8-29  Police contacted male found on resident's deck on Firlands Way in suspicious circumstances.
8-29  Male saw his ex-wife expose a breast at Shari's Restaurant and called police. She was charged with indecent exposure.
8-29  Male Trespassed from St. Dunstan's for sleeping naked on property.
8-29  Two women shoplifted 2 massagers and 9 vibrators from Lover's Package, then threatened to punch clerk in face if they were followed. Value $2,249.
8-29  Three kids started a fire in the shrubbery near the Y.
8-30  Vacant home for sale on Perkins Way was burglarized and tools stolen.
8-31  Drunken female on sidewalk in front of Goodwill taken for detox.
8-31  Horizon school burglarized by someone with entry codes.
8-31  Service Alternatives, which runs group home, discovers fraud during audit.
9-01  Man arrested for assaulting his wife while both were at Club Hollywood.
9-01  Subject drove up to Java Jane coffee stand at 145th and 15th, asked for coffee, then stole the tip jar and drove off.
9-01  Burglary at 165xx 1st NE.
9-01  Male with alcohol at Richmond Highland Park was arrested on outstanding warrants.
9-02  87 year old male wanders from group home at night, to a neighbor's house.
9-03  Person Trespassed from Echo Lake Park, booked on a warrant, and charged with obstructing an officer for lying about his name.
9-03  Person is booked on warrants after driving away from a police stop.



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Shorewood vs Bellingham football Sept 9

Photos by Wayne Pridemore

Shorewood football vs Bellingham Friday night, September 9, 2016 at the Shoreline Stadium.

Final score Bellingham 21 Shorewood 17.


In first quarter action Bellingham fumbles the ball and Shorewood's Jaiden Kellum recovers.


Thunderbird Devin Diaz turns the corner for a nice gain.


The ball sails through the hands of a Raider wide receiver.


Shorewood's running back, Brandon Main, rumbles for yardage 
as Joseph Williamson, number 5, leads the way.




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New scam: pop up from your ISP - or is it?

By Diane Hettrick

Crooks are so inventive. As soon as most of us figure out a scam, they come up with a new one.

This new one is a variation on the cold call from "Microsoft" telling you that there is something wrong with your computer that they need to fix immediately. Of course they will need your passwords and credit card information.

In this version, a pop up window shows on your computer screen while you are checking emails or browsing the internet. It claims to be a notice from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) - usually Comcast or AT/T - saying that you need to call immediately to get assistance to clear your computer of viruses or malware.

It's so authentic looking - and new - that even experts are almost taken in.

Here's a good article about it - with probably more information than you need: Tech support scams target victims via their ISP.



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Photo: 9-11 plaque in Lake Forest Park

Saturday, September 10, 2016

Photo by Jerry Pickard

According to former mayor Dave Hutchinson, the Memorial plaque, which can be found by the sidewalk going to the corner of Ballinger and Bothell Way, was given to the city one Memorial Day by Acacia Cemetery "in memory of our fallen."





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Not your usual fire call: dog in drain

Dr. Kristin Sham DVM, with Oreo
Animal Surgical Clinic
By Shoreline Fire Lieutenant 
Cameron Stewart

I was called by dispatch via the station phone and asked if we could help someone who had a dog's paw stuck in a bathtub drain. I told dispatch we would go take a look.

When we arrived we had a small 10-15 pound dog that had its back paw stuck in the shower drain.  

Driver Darrel Nahinu and Firefighter Josh Psillos worked to get the dog’s paw unstuck. We quickly realized that this was going to be a lot less work if we could get the dog sedated. I Googled some local vet phone numbers and started calling.

Driver Darrel Nahinu and Firefighter Joshua Psillos
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
After I had been turned down by a few vets I called Shoreline Fire PIO Michelle Pidduck and asked if she could help me work the phones to get someone to help us.

Within 10 minutes she had a vet from the Animal Surgical Clinic on 148th and 15th NE on the way.

In the meantime I knew that Steve Carter (our facilities guy) was at Station 63 doing work. I called him and asked if he could bring tools, and see if we could glean some of his wisdom.

Well, the vet showed up, sedated the dog, and E63 was able to get the drain out of the tub while the dog slept.

Dr. Kristin Shaw and Nurse Jenny Dunn
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
The Vet took the dog to the clinic to make sure that it was going to be ok.

When we asked the vet about the bill, and how we could pay for it, she said it was FREE!!!!

Big thanks to Dr. Kristin Shaw and Nurse Jenny Dunn and a first day student assistant from Munich (not a normal first day!)

They were so caring and willing and would not take a dime. This is not their “normal”, but we tried everything first.

~~~

Oreo's owner, Freddie Mahinan, added "Words can't express how grateful I am, including my 12 year old son. Your work, your heart and efforts need to be known throughout the communities.

"Oreo is doing fine. He's a little loopy from the medication but seems really eager to play.

"I'm pretty sure that Oreo is going to be terrified of baths though!"



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Shoreline City Council Meetings Monday

Shoreline City Council Meetings
Monday, September 12, 2016 – Special Meeting 5:45 p.m.


Monday, September 12, 2016 – Regular Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Agenda Highlights

  • Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Agreement with Herrera Environmental Consultants for Continued Pre-design Activities in Support of the Hidden Lake Dam Removal and Boeing Creek Restoration Projects
  • Discussion of Ord. Nos. 750, 751, 752 and 756 – 145th Street Station Subarea Plan Package and Amendments to Development Regulations Related to Light Rail Station Subareas (145th and 185th) 
Link to full Agenda
Comment on Agenda items



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SW girls' soccer vs Kings Sept 8

King's girls soccer team

Photos by Wayne Pridemore

King's girls met Shorewood at the Shoreline Stadium Thursday night, September 8, 2016. King's prevailed 2-1.

Shorewood girls soccer team

Shorewood's Morgan McFarland leaps over the ball so that teammate Madeleine Petit can take control.


A shot crosses the face of the goal defended by Kings Nicole Jacobson and goalkeeper Maddie Nielsen.

Both girls are Shoreline residents.

T-Bird Delaney Green, number 12, clears and then chases the ball.





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Calling all Spartans - 30th anniversary of the closing of Shoreline High School

Shoreline Public Schools is inviting Shoreline High School alumni and community members to honor the 30th anniversary of Shoreline High School’s closing at a special event preceding the Rotary Cup on Friday, October 7, 2016.

Spartan alumni can reminisce and reconnect over coffee and pastries from 4:30-6:30pm in the Alumni Room of the Shoreline Center (18560 1st Ave. NE).

Spartan football game film will be played in the Arden Room and self-guided tours of Shoreline Center / High School will be available.

At 6:30pm, head down to Shoreline Stadium to root on Shorewood and Shorecrest football as they face off in the Rotary Cup at 7pm. During the game, there will be a special performance of the Spartan Fight Song and recognition of Shoreline High School alumni in attendance.

We hope you’ll join us for this special event. If you have any questions, contact Curtis Campbell or 206-393-4412.



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Shorecrest tennis wins all matches against Everett 9-9-16

David Kim returning the ball and Chris King at the net.
Photo by Robert Mann

Shorecrest boys tennis WesCo 2A / 3A
9-9-16 at Kellogg courts

Shorecrest 7 - Everett 0
Shorecrest overall record 3-0
Faiz Khan serving.
Photo by Robert Mann

Singles
1. Faiz Khan SC vs Ryan Burt 6-0, 6-0
2. Cole Batra SC vs Jacob Rotert 6-1, 6-2
3. Jacob Goldstein-Street SC vs Eyler Anderson 6-0, 6-0
4. Steven Zhu SC vs Andrew Youngsman-Day 6-1, 6-1

Doubles
1. Reed Tangeman / Kasey Shibayama SC vs Alex Pignataro / Gabe Waddel 6-2, 6-1
2. Chris King / David Kim SC vs Jon Murphy / Nick Finley 6-2, 6-3
3. Tae Min Hong / Winston Park SC vs Andrew Olson / Charlie Havenes 6-4, 6-0

--Coach Robert Mann




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Theater review: Working - great voices and an engaging score

Jeff Carpenter Photography

Review by Jim Anderson

Maybe there really are only two groups of people in the world – those who think the first profession was prostitution and those who think the first profession was gardening. Work, however you want to order it, bears a lot of cynicism – no matter whether one complains about blight and bugs, or Johns and the odious problems of working the streets. Presentations about “working”, wherever they are made, are going to bear some cynicism.

Enter Chicago’s Studs Terkel, journalist and radio host, and the musical ‘Working’, playing oh-so-conveniently close to north end and Shoreline residents - even closer for Lake Forest Park residents - in the theater at Magnuson Park on Sand Point Way. Three presentations Fridays through Sundays, and one Thursday offering the last week, run through Sunday, October 2nd.

Jeff Carpenter Photography
‘Working’ is based on Terkel’s book by that name, created from a massive body of interviews. Terkel probed people “about what they do all day and how they feel about what they do.” To be sure, Studs Terkel often portrayed work as a maddeningly nihilistic pursuit only to be solved by… well, more work. The first act of the play does a good job rivaling the troubles belonging to the main character in the Book of Job.

But this musical is buoyed through the portrayed madness by great voices and an engaging score. Noteworthy, the cast mesmerized the audience on opening night by blending their voices around characters who in turn nimbly play back and forth to tell their stories of despair and purpose. Even when the characters are stuck in the mud of self-pity, created from the 100 years of economic and industrial modernization to which Terkel, in part, bore witness, the music tells the audience something good – or at least more balanced – is coming in act two.

‘Working’ does not disappoint. The mind of a stone mason creates – for a moment – a ‘door made of stone’ and the rest of the musical takes on a full spectrum of working people’s aspirations. The next scene is not to be missed. Actress Rachel Wilkie bends her character and catapults the ideas behind great work in ways you have to see and hear.

Jeff Carpenter Photography
The cast creates countless memories in many vignettes. Geriatric hips seemingly too genuine for an actor, despair that can’t or won’t stop work to go home, work filled with compassion, the stunning need compelling souls to work with various great dangers, and even the tragic disregard for self – they all work to create a drama that is human.

Working itself may never seem the same after seeing this. The often politically liberal viewpoint of Louis ‘Stubs’ Terkel is a vantage point on history that stretches the mind and leaves a better and more noble view of the human power to create good in the world. It calls capital ‘and’ labor to envision and to fashion a world filled with monuments to what we are able to make. And it calls each of us to remember and be grateful for not just what has been created around us, but to remember who created it.

Calls to justice between human souls are most often either overwrought or simply too benign. This work, this musical, creates something – perhaps even because of its early portrayal of despair – that makes this call with subtlety.

Tickets are currently on sale for Working, as well as for all of SMT’s 39th season selections here.

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



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Shoreline native performs at Grinders Saturday night

Taylor Zickefoose perfroms at Grinders
Saturday night
Taylor Zickefoose is a Shoreline native and has been studying in Austria with Jazz great Dena DeRose.

She performs the American songbook with grace and style and has a fun, friendly stage presence that you don't want to miss.

You will have the chance to see one of your own best and brightest upcoming stars of the Jazz genre, this Saturday September 10th. 

Grinders, 19811 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

$10 cover, seating starts at 7pm and music starts at 8pm. Call for reservations 206-542-0627.



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Photo: Fall is in the air

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

I noticed that the street trees on 185th had started to turn and was working hard on denial when Lee sent this photographic proof.

Sports season is here, fall is here, there's a change in the atmosphere even when the weather is beautiful and sunny like today.

I'm not ready for it... working on my denial.

--DKH



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Picnic in the Park - Saturday at Animal Acres


Join this Saturday, September 10th with family and friends in celebrating Lake Forest Park’s Community!

Picnic in the Park is at Animal Acres Park, 17435 Brookside Blvd NE, from 10am to 3pm. Bouncy Houses, Kids Crafts, Fire Truck, Public Works Big Rigs, Petting Zoo and Food Trucks will all be in attendance!

Remember to pack a blanket or low chair to sit on and enjoy the free concerts from:


The City's Community Partners will be hosting booths with information and fun activities from: Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, Third Place Commons, Shoreline / Lake Forest Park Senior Center, Center for Human Services and Republic Services!

Food truck participants will be:

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



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Outdoor movie Saturday benefits Seattle Children's Hospital

The weather looks dry, but dress warm! See you there, rain or shine!

Saturday, September 10
Innis Arden Clubhouse
1430 NW 188th, Shoreline 98177
6pm doors open - movie at 8pm

A benefit for Children's Hospital

$5 suggest donations - raffle tickets $10
Pizza, movie snacks, soft drinks, wine/beer available for purchase



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Class: Parenting Teens with Positive Discipline

Friday, September 9, 2016


Parenting Teens with Positive Discipline

This 15 hour class covers adolescent brain development and tools to increase respect and decrease stress in your home.

Are you challenged by media battles, disrespectful behavior, homework problems etc.?

Learn about the developmental changes of adolescence as well as how to:

  • Reduce power struggles
  • Understand the belief behind the behavior
  • Teach recovery and repair around mistakes
  • Help teens achieve self-discipline and problem solving skills
  • Raise teens who are responsible, respectful and resourceful
  • Create an atmosphere of cooperation and mutual respect in your home
  • Be more effective as a parent and have fun in the process.

For parents who want more cooperative, respectful, and joyful relationships with their teens

October 6 - November 10; 7-10pm
UW Family Residence Medicine Offices, Northgate

Facilitator: Sahara Pirie, CPDLT
5 sessions Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 10 from 7-10pm
UW Family Medicine Residency Offices, 331 NE Thornton Place, Seattle 98125
$150 per person or $225 per couple; materials included.

Space limited; first come, first served. Use form below, or contact Sahara Pirie at 206-546-4142 or sahara@sounddiscipline.org


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Reminder: Odd Plant Show Saturday and Sunday at Sky


Cactus lovers unite!
Your very own show is on this weekend at Sky Nursery, with a greenhouse full of enough cacti to delight the hearts of lovers of spiny plant-lovers everywhere.

Not only the displays and the people to talk to, there will be classes on Sunday at 10am and 11:30am.

Sky Nursery 18525 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133



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New state rule will help first responders prepare for crude oil shipments

BNSF crude oil train
Photo courtesy Dept of Ecology

Washingtonians were made a little safer when the state adopted a rule requiring facilities that receive crude oil by rail to notify the Washington Department of Ecology in advance. The rule also requires pipelines transporting crude oil in the state to submit information about volumes and place of origin twice a year.

The rule allows Ecology to share crude oil movement information with emergency response agencies through an advance notification system. In addition, Ecology will publish aggregated public disclosure reports quarterly, summarizing details about oil movement in Washington state.

The newly adopted rule goes into effect Oct. 1, 2016, and the first quarterly report will be published in January 2017.
 “In the wake of recent oil train disasters, Washington is moving quickly to improve public safety and protect our natural resources,” said Governor Inslee. “This rule will assure that our emergency responders get advanced notice before oil train shipments arrive in their communities.”
Map courtesy Dept of Ecology 

The rule applies to four facilities in Washington that currently receive crude oil shipments by rail, and to two pipelines that transport crude oil in the state. New facilities and pipelines also will be subject to the rule.

Previously, no state reporting standards existed. A 2014 emergency order by the U.S. Department of Transportation required railroad carriers transporting Bakken crude oil in single trains, and in volumes greater than one million gallons, to provide information to state emergency response commissions regarding the estimated volumes and frequencies of such trains.

Map courtesy Dept of Ecology


Ecology held four public meetings on the new rule during its 65-day public comment period. More than 1,000 comments were received, reviewed and factored into the rule development.


More information about this and other rules Ecology is drafting to help protect the environment is available online.



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