Shorecrest girls to start state soccer tournament after placing third in district

Sunday, November 6, 2016

The Shorecrest girls' soccer team will start state 3A tournament play as the No. 3 team from the Northwest District.


Shorecrest won the third-place game in the district tournament Saturday at Shoreline Stadium by 2-1 score over Stanwood.

The Scots will take a 13-5-3 record into an opening-round match Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday against Prairie of Vancouver, the No. 3 team from the West Central and Southwest districts.

Day, time and place for the match have yet to be announced.

Updated 11-7-16 with the name of the opposing team.



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Ballots already in from 42 percent of Shoreline voters

By Evan Smith

Ballots already are in from 42 percent of Shoreline voters.

King County officials reported Saturday night that they had received returned ballots at the elections office in Renton from 42 percent of registered voters in the city, with about the same rate reported for the county as a whole.

Track your own ballot online at King County elections.



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Open House at Shoreline Christian School in Shoreline


Come see what is offered at Shoreline Christian School, 2400 NE 147th St, Shoreline 98155

Visit during the Pre-K to 12th Grade Open House, Thursday, November 10 from 6:30-9:00pm. This is a great night to visit the campus. They will be conducting campus tours and sharing information about the school.

Come see what we have to offer!

Schedule:
  • Play in Preschool: Meet preschool teachers, see spacious classroom and hear more about the program. 6:30 - 7:30pm
  • Visit Elementary Classrooms: Visit with elementary teachers and see student projects on this year's theme - Being a Scientist. 6:30 - 8:00pm
  • Junior High and High School Information Fair: Visit with teachers and students about classes and programs. 7:00 - 8:30pm



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Monday night football expected to have a heavy effect on traffic flow

Monday Night Football returns to Seattle as the Seahawks take on the Buffalo Bills at 5:30pm on November 7.
If you’re headed down for the game give yourself plenty of time or take advantage of public transportation.

If you’ll be commuting home, plan ahead for congestion around the Emerald City as thousands swarm toward CenturyLink Field – this includes Ferry routes as 12’s make their way over (there’s even going to be a WSF Pep Rally from Bainbridge Island to Seattle).

Metro is warning that busses will be delayed as they are caught in the same traffic as everyone else.

Check WSDOT Travel Times and the WSDOT Traffic Twitter feed to know what’s happening on the roads before you go.

Go Hawks!


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Shoreline City Council Meeting Monday - public hearing on proposed budget

Shoreline City Council Meeting
Monday, November 7, 2016 – Regular Meeting 7:00pm
City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133

Agenda Highlights

  • Proclamation of Veterans Appreciation Day
  • Authorize the City Manager to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with DSHS for Respite Care Reimbursement
  • Adoption of Res. No. 396 – Delegating Authority to Designate Expenditures for Reimbursement from Bonds that may be Authorized and Approved in the Future
  • Adoption of Ord. No. 763 – Amending Surface Water Utility Bond Ord. No. 271 to Revise the Exhibit to Conform to Council’s Intent to Issue the Bonds in 2016
  • Authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with the Port of Seattle for $54,500 for a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for a media campus in Shoreline
    Exploring the development of a state-of-the-art media campus that makes Shoreline the regional center of the digital media production industry is part of Action Step 6 under Council’s 2016-18 Goal #1. The POS funding will allow the City to create and solicit interest to public and private investment partners for the Shoreline Media Campus. The RFEI Prospectus will describe how an investor can purchase an individual studio that combines the effects of agglomeration and scale economies to offer a relatively low-cost of entry with the practical flexibility and resources of a shared campus.

  • Adoption of Ord. No. 764 – Authorizing the Refunding of Unlimited Tax and General Obligations Bonds (Parks) and Limited Tax General Obligation Bonds (City Hall)
  • Motion to Authorize the City Manager to Purchase Bulk Furniture from Global Industries for the City Hall Improvement Project
  • Public Hearing and Discussion of the Proposed 2017 Budget and 2017-2022 Capital Improvement Program
  • Discussion of Ord. No. 757 - 2016 Budget Amendment 

Link to full Agenda

Comment on Agenda items



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No karaoke - bingo this month

ClipArtKid.com
The Senior Center has cancelled the November karaoke - bingo this month in honor of Veterans' Day.

This will give you an extra month to practice your singing and ability to balance multiple bingo cards, not to mention saving your appetite for Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Celebration at the Center is Monday November 21st.  Cost for the Meals have increased to a suggested donation of $5.00 for people 60 and over, and $10.00 for people under 60 - still a good deal for the quality of the meals, thanks to Chef Janice.



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On the Mayor's Mind: Our country depends on us to vote

The Roberts family votes

By Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts

On Friday, my family went to the Shoreline Library to drop off our ballots (where we cast our ballots without a stamp). While we were there, we saw about a dozen people casting their ballot in this year’s election.

In my role as a parent, I am teaching my son the importance of civics - the importance of voting (and the structures and limitations of our government) - and this year he was very excited to help us cast our ballot. I hope that when he turns 18, he will vote in every election - up and down the ballot.

I am a believer in our democracy. The collective voice of the people not only elect candidates to serve as our representatives; we also shape the possibilities of public policy at the national, state, and local level. It is my wish that in every election, every eligible voter participates, even if my preference ends up on the losing side.

The people who run for public office are good people who want to do what is right for their community. I respect everyone (and their families) who runs for public office. We should demand that our representatives engage in civil (and spirited) discourse about the merits of policy proposals, as opposed to the discourse we often see in negative TV ads.

Our democracy depends on us to participate. Our country depends on us to vote.

Compared to most states, it is easy to vote in Washington. Our ballots are mailed to us nearly three weeks prior to the election, we receive (in most elections) a voter’s pamphlet where each candidate (or proponent or opponent of an initiative) has an opportunity to say why they are the best person to represent us, and there are convenient drop boxes to return our ballot. In other states, voters may wait in line for hours to vote, and vote on electronic machines that do not provide a paper trail to ensure the accuracy of an election (or the ability to recount all votes in the case of a close election). With confidence, we can trust in the integrity and outcome of our elections.

On my mind today is a wish that every eligible voter casts their ballot this election. The drop boxes across the county close at 8:00pm on Tuesday, November 8. I’d like every Shoreline voter to make sure their voice is heard.


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Photos: Seattle City Light utility pole replacement project

Saturday, November 5, 2016

Photos by Steven H. Robinson

Seattle City Light was working in Paramount Park on Thursday, November 3, replacing utility poles.









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The Courage to Live with Purpose and Passion

The Global Affairs Center and the Multicultural Center present . . .

Dr. Gloria Burgess

Tuesday, November 8, 12:30-1:20 pm, Room 9208
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N (campus maps)
small fee for daytime parking

Dr. Gloria Burgess, President and CEO, Jazz Inc.

A pioneer in human dynamics and leadership, Dr. Gloria Burgess presents powerful keynotes and workshops based on her popular books, which include Flawless Leadership, Dare to Wear Your Soul on the Outside, and Legacy Living.

Her focus is all about being our powerful, authentic selves — in how we live, lead, and serve. She knows first-hand that your past does not predict your future, having triumphed over poverty, racism and sexism, and now devotes her life to helping people of all ages discover their purpose and passion. 

Dr. Burgess was the driving force behind the fundraising that was required in order to bring to Seattle in 2016, the Landfill Harmonic Orchestra, a children’s orchestra in Paraguay that plays instruments literally made from trash.

This event is being co-sponsored by the Global Affairs Center and the Multicultural Center

FREE Event, but do register at this page, click on Sign Up.

For a short preview of Dr. Burgess’s presentation, see the following short clips from past presentations.

Gratitude
Legacy Living Keynote



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Shoreline Christian School Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar Friday and Saturday


Come enjoy a bit of holiday food, fun and shopping 
at the Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar
Sponsored by the Shoreline Christian School Class of 2019
Located in the Watson Groen Memorial Gym 
2400 NE 147th St, Shoreline 98155

Friday, November 11, noon to 8pm
Saturday, November 12, 10am to 4pm



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Reminder: Richmond Highlands neighbors gathering Sunday for pumpkin pie and cider

Take a break from the Election Blues and join your neighbors for Fun Food and ThanksFulness.

Sunday, November 6, 2016, 2-4pm at the Richmond Highlands Recreation Center, 16554 Fremont Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Free - pumpkin pie and cider.

If you have questions, contact Kathy Plant.



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Volunteers welcome at Twin Ponds planting party Sunday morning

Photo by Yoshiko Saheki
Join the Stewards of Twin Ponds Sunday in a planting party. Rain or shine, the group will plant native plants in an area previously cleared of invasive plants.

There are still some invasives to remove and mulch to be spread. Bring your own gloves and your favorite gardening tool. The Stewards will provide larger tools, such as loppers and shovels.

9:30am to Noon, Meridian Avenue side (meet near the covered wood chip pile), Twin Ponds park, 15401 1st Ave NE.

Questions? Feel free to email.



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Seattle Voice contestant releases new video filmed partly in Shoreline

Gabriel Wolfchild and the Northern Light
Seattle based atmospheric folk musical collective Gabriel Wolfchild and the Northern Light have released a video in advance of their debut EP.

Wolfchild found success being featured on The Voice in which Christina Aguilera, Blake Shelton, Adam Levine are all supporters.

His debut EP is set for release later this fall and is produced by Eric Lilavois (Saint Motel, Atlas Genius).

Some scenes in the video were filmed in Shoreline (EP was recorded in Seattle).



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Insurance: What's an Umbrella Policy?

From the Office of the Insurance Commissioner

Umbrella policy is one of those insurance terms that a lot of people have heard but many aren’t quite sure what it means.

Simply put, an umbrella policy extends your liability coverage beyond what is covered by your homeowner and auto policies. Umbrella policies pay only after you exhaust the liability limit of your homeowner or auto policies, which are referred to as underlying policies.

Here’s an example: Your dog bites a visitor in your home. The visitor sues you for damages and wins a $1 million award against you. Your homeowner’s insurance policy will only pay up to the $300,000 liability coverage limit listed in your home policy. If you have a $1 million umbrella policy, it will pay the remaining $700,000, minus any deductible. According to the Insurance Information Institute, a $1 million umbrella policy costs $150-$300 per year – that’s about $13 to $25 per month in premiums.

If you are interested in buying an umbrella policy, you should contact your insurance agent or company.

Questions? You can contact consumer advocates online or at 1-800-562-6900.



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Free Western Swing Dance instruction in Lynnwood

Swing Music Society
Northwest Western Swing Music Society, which meets at the Eagles in Lynnwood on the second Sunday of every month, is now offering free Western Swing dance instruction in the thirty minutes prior to each month's showcase band.

Come for the dance instruction at 12:30pm, and stay for the live music and dancing which starts at 1:00pm. If you find you enjoy this kind of music, think about joining the society!

Western Swing Dance Instruction
(Texas Two-Step, Waltz, Schottische, Polka)
Meeting at Lynnwood Eagles, 19223 Highway 99, Lynnwood, Wa 98036
12:30 -- 1:00pm, second Sunday of every month
FREE!

Come for dance instruction, stay to dance with the month's showcase band. Dance monitoring and help will continue during the live music.

Northwest Western Swing Music Society
On Facebook: Northwest Western Swing Music Society



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Letter to the Editor: We don’t need a double-digit tax Increase

To the Editor:

If you haven’t voted yet, please vote NO on “Shoreline Proposition 1,” a double-digit local property tax increase. Some people (including the entire City Council) claim that without this tax increase the city won’t be able to continue providing services. There are threats of service cuts. They are baseless. I served on the committee that was designed to rubber-stamp city staff’s recommendations. I was one of only two committee members to research the city’s claims, and one of two dissidents; that is no coincidence.

The scare tactics being used in the “pro-tax” campaign are based on phony numbers. In fact, one of those phony numbers got shot down by the County Assessor less than two weeks before the City Council vote; if that hadn’t happened we’d be talking about a tax increase that’s 50% larger than the one on the ballot!

The proposed levy lid lift means a 15% increase in local property taxes for most homeowners (somewhat smaller for others). And this tax increase would be permanent – all future tax increases would be based on the new, higher tax bills. Note that the “levy rate” the pro-tax people talk about is meaningless by itself; only the size of your tax bill matters. In fact, the levy rate went down this year, but taxes rose because property values rose faster.

What’s more, the city is also talking about raising the car tab fee and instituting a new Business and Occupancy (B/O) tax – even on top of this tax increase. Their thirst for new and higher taxes seems to know no limit.

In short, this is a double-digit, permanent, and completely unnecessary property tax increase. All these reasons are why I urge a NO vote on Shoreline Proposition 1.


Dan Jacoby
Shoreline



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New display at SCC art gallery - Bombogenesis!

presents

"BOMBOGENESIS!"
by Chromatopia

A collaborative installation by Liz Tran and Elizabeth Gahan
October 31 - December 30, 2016


MEET THE ARTISTS! - Thursday, November 10th, 4:30-6:30pm at the Shoreline Community College Art Gallery, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Building 1000 Lobby (campus maps)

ARTIST LECTURE - Tuesday, November 15th, 3:30-4:30pm, SCC Visual Art Building, Lecture Room #2059 (campus maps)

Liz Tran


Liz Tran and Elizabeth Gahan team up as CHROMATOPIA to create a psychedelic and immersive installation at Shoreline College Art Gallery.

Organic forms with hard edges radiate with vibrant colors, light and energy, inspiring a transformative experience. Visitors will be able to walk around and through this fantastical environment.

Magic Portal

Artist team, Liz Tran and Elizabeth Gahan, are embarking on a collaborative journey of abundance, excess and colorful mania bordering on psychedelic and seriously over the top crazy fun mixed media installations.

Both Seattle-based artists with a shared interest in expressing their art through a variety of mediums, this collaboration is an exciting opportunity to experiment and inspire a zany exchange of ideas.



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Block Watch Captains meeting held in Lake Forest Park

LFP Block Watch Captains gather for a
semi-annual meeting with police

Text and photos by Jerry Pickard

On Wednesday, November 2, 2016, Lake Forest Park Police Chief Steve Sutton and Captain Paul Armbrust held the semi-annual Block Watch Captain's Resource Meeting at LFP's City Hall.

The group was briefed on crime trends and prevention measures for Lake Forest Park.

Captain Paul Armbrust and Chief Steve Sutton
Current Crime Trends: Residential Burglaries were highlighted with maps showing locations and consistencies noting that most residential burglaries were committed by non-residents. They explained methods the bad guys use to select victims, means of entry, and recommendations on how to avoid becoming a victim.

Mail and package theft: It's that time again! Christmas is a-comin' and the thieves are out. Have UPS and other services require signatures for deliveries, or deliver to the back door so that packages are not visible from the street. Entry Cameras are helpful in deterring thieves.

Capt. Armbrust explains the Pace Car program

Safe Street Project: Active speed limit signs will be going up that are capable of recording traffic patterns during times of day and night, speeders, and what speeds they are traveling through the neighborhoods.

Pace Car Project: A program that signs up residents to set an example for other drivers by driving the speed limit, stopping for pedestrians at marked and unmarked crossings, and sharing the road with all users, including bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and abilities.

Pace car drivers give themselves enough travel time so as to not sacrifice safety or courtesy, devote full attention to driving, and avoid distractions such as cell phones. They will display the NEIGHBORHOOD PACE CAR decal on their vehicle, and encourage others to make LFP more livable.

Are You Ready For Winter? How to ensure you are prepared for power outages and have emergency supplies to last several days when winter storms arrive and knock out power.

If you are interested in starting a block watch on your street, contact the police department for information. 206-364-8216.



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Set your clocks back Saturday night

It's that time - Spring Ahead Fall Back
Photo by Lee Lageschulte
Set your clocks back one hour on Saturday night before you go to bed.

Daylight Savings Time ends at 2am on Sunday, November 6.

Lee says, "How nice to enjoy the sun after a month of record setting rain in the Pacific NW."



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Jobs: Kruckeberg Executive Director

Friday, November 4, 2016

The Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation is now hiring for an Executive Director. They hope to have the position filled in early 2017.


If you would like to apply, see the job description here, and then send your cover letter and resume to kbgf@kruckeberg.org.



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Social Skills with a Musical Beat classes forming at Music Therapy studio

Social Skills with a Musical Beat classes forming at the Music Therapy Sno-King studio in Shoreline

This class, for children ages 2 through 5, begins on Friday, November 11th from 10 – 11am and will continue into the spring. Families with children on the autism spectrum will benefit from the social skills curriculum and families with typically developing children will have fun with musical instruments and song play!

The cost will be $5 per family per class, as it is mostly funded by a grant from Ben’s Fund – established in 2012 by John and Traci Schneider (Seahawks GM) in partnership with Families for Effective Autism Treatment of Washington to cover the costs associated with supporting children with autism to reach their full potential.

To enroll, contact the instructor, Wendy Zieve of Shoreline, a board-certified music therapist with 30+ years of experience facilitating music groups for persons of all ages with disabilities.



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Budget and Finance Committee Makes Formal Budget Recommendations to LFP City Council

The LFP Budget and Finance Committee completed its deliberations on the proposed 2017-2018 Biennial Budget and made its budget recommendations to the City Council on November 3, 2016.

The City Council will continue its work on the budget. Public hearings on the budget and property tax levy were continued from an earlier meeting to the special Council meeting scheduled for 7pm on Thursday, November 17, 2016, in the City Council Chambers, at which time the hearings will be reopened to receive public comment.

The following budget documents are available for review on the website:

  • Mayor’s Proposed 2017-2018 Biennial Budget 
  • Schedule of Enhancements and Adjustments since the Mayor’s Proposed Budget was Published
  • 2017-2022 Capital Improvement Plan update 


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Kagi running without endorsement of local Democratic organizations

By Evan Smith

Nine-term incumbent Democratic 32nd Legislative District State Rep. Ruth Kagi is running for re-election on the Tuesday ballot without the endorsement of the district or county Democratic organizations.

Kagi is running for a 10th two-year term representing the 32nd District, including the city of Shoreline, part of northwest Seattle, Woodway and nearby unincorporated areas of southwest Snohomish County, south Edmonds, the city of Lynnwood and a small part of Mountlake Terrace.

The 32nd district Democrats' web site and the King and Snohomish county Democratic web sites show endorsements for various ballot measures and non-partisan offices, along with Democratic candidates for federal and state offices but not for Kagi.

Kagi defeated an intraparty primary challenger by a greater than 6-1 margin in August. District Democrats had made no endorsement before the primary because neither Kagi nor challenger Wesley Irwin was able to get support from the necessary 60 percent of district precinct committee officers and dues-paying members at a pre-primary endorsement meeting. Apparently, Kagi didn’t get the 60 percent at district meetings after the primary. Fellow incumbent Democratic 32nd District State Rep. Cindy Ryu did get the needed 60 percent and is listed as an endorsed candidate on district Democrats’ web site. King County and Snohomish County Democrats ratified the district Democrats’ decision on legislative races.

Kagi and 32nd District Democratic Chairwoman Carin Chase both declined to comment on the matter. Neither King County Democratic Chairman Rich Erwin nor his Snohomish County counterpart has responded to email inquiries sent Thursday.

Kagi is running on the general-election ballot against Republican David Schirle. In the primary, Kagi outpolled Schirle by a nearly 3-1 margin.

Kagi is chairwoman of the House committee on early learning and social services and a member of the Appropriations Committee.

The King County Municipal League has given Kagi its highest ranking, “Outstanding.”




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Call for Artists: Beach Orcas on Parade

Richmond Beach Community Association (RBCA) has announced Beach Orcas on Parade.

This community public art project will display up to 20 artist-embellished Orcas for about six months in prominent outdoor locations throughout the Richmond Beach community.

The deadline for proposals is November 18, 2016.

RBCA, in cooperation with the City of Shoreline, invites artists from the greater Shoreline / Puget Sound area and throughout Washington who have a passion for creating colorful, outdoor art pieces to submit a proposal for review by a panel of distinguished local artist jurors.

Selected artists will create their work on a prefabricated Orca blank that is 43” x 23” (See photo). A $500 honorarium (time and materials) will be paid for each selected piece successfully completed.

More details and to submit a proposal here.



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Combined DUI patrol nets 30 drunk drivers in King County

The King County Sheriff’s Office and 17 other local law enforcement agencies participated in a DUI emphasis last Friday and Saturday in King County. Over 50 extra officers patrolled cities and unincorporated areas in King County looking for drunk drivers.

During the emphasis officers conducted 399 traffic stops, made 30 DUI arrests, issued 144 infractions, and made 12 warrant arrests, 6 of which were DUI warrants.

Agencies participating included Washington State Patrol and Shoreline Police.

Funds for the emphasis were provided by the King County Council and Washington Traffic Safety Commission Target Zero program.



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40% off used books at Third Place Books this weekend



Third Place Books Fall Used Book Sale November 5 and 6.
40% OFF Used Books at all three Third Place locations!

Visit and make at least a $5 purchase* at each of the three stores during the sale weekend and get a $10 Third Place books gift card at your final stop!

Pick up a Third Place Road Trip postcard at any Third Place location, get a stamp at your first two Third Place stops and on your third stop collect a $10 Third Place Books gift card.

Third Place Lake Forest Park 
17171 Bothell Way NE

Ravenna Third Place
6504 20th Ave NE

Third Place Seward Park
5041 Wilson Ave S


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2016 Democratic Presidential Election Night Party includes five Legislative Districts


On Election Night, Tuesday November 8, 2016 from 6:00pm to 11:00pm, Democratic organizations from five legislative districts will gather together for an Election Night Party.

Nile County Club, 6601 244th St SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043.

After getting those last minute ballots in and GOTV phone calls done join friends and neighbors to watch results and celebrate all Democratic victories!

Event webpage here

Elected officials will stop in during the evening. There will be a taco bar, no-host bar, door prizes, music, Trump Pinata raffle and more!

The election results will be projected on a large wall along with local election results. Live music after the election results.

Tickets are $25 with opportunities to volunteer for discounts - email carol.mcmahon@32democrats.org for details.

Sponsored by: 32nd, 1st, 21st, 46th and 38th Legislative District Democrats, King and Snohomish County Democrats.

Register, RSVP, or get more information here.



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Vesper Services at Church of the Redeemer Kenmore Sunday at 7 pm

Have you wanted to take a couple of minutes out of your busy day to reflect and enjoy music and solitude?  Visit the Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore for a vespers service at Sunday evening, November 6, at 7:00 pm.

This half-hour service of music, scripture, and prayer, commemorates the feasts of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.



The music for this service includes a setting of the Te Deum by John Karl Hirten and “Peace, Perfect Peace” by Robinson McClellan.

These vesper services include music, spoken readings and silences. The congregation participates with singing some of the chants and saying some of the prayers. The last part of the service is five minute of silence.

This musical event is free. Church of the Redeemer is at 6211 Northeast 182nd Street in Kenmore, Washington.



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Jobs: Community Integration & Employment Programs Manager

Shoreline Community College has an opening for a Community Integration and Employment Programs Manager 


Under general supervision of the Associate Dean of Student Support Programs, the Manager of the Community Integration and Employment Program (CIEP) is responsible for and provides leadership of CIEP as a part of the Student Affairs Division. Primary responsibility involves managing a contract supporting adults with developmental disabilities in securing and maintaining competitive employment.

Full description and application here



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Free movie Saturday - with popcorn

Fern Gully: The Last Rainforest
Free Community Movie
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday, November 5, 2016
Shoreline City Hall Council Chamber
17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline

Diggin' Shoreline invites you to a free community showing of the movie, Fern Gully: The Last Rainforest.

Doors open at 1:00 pm, and the movie will play twice (1:15 pm and 2:30 pm). Come early, get your bag of free organic popcorn. Activities are child-friendly and admission is free!

This animated film, popular with adults and children alike, tells the story of the struggle to save trees from destruction, emphasizing the role of life-giving trees in sustaining the quality of life for people, plants, and animals.

Before, during and after the movie, experience the interactive exhibits and learn from local environmental experts the many characteristics and benefits of trees, and how to grow, plant and preserve them for future generations. Participating exhibitors include City of Shoreline PRCS Tree Board, Friends of Piper’s Creek Orchard, Interurban Tree Preservation Society, Kruckeberg Botanic Garden, Northwest Basket Weavers, Plant Amnesty, Seattle Audubon, and more!

This presentation by Diggin’ Shoreline is made possible through partial funding by a City of Shoreline Environmental Services Mini-Grant.



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Successful blood drive in LFP

Bloodworks NW reports that the blood drive held last Saturday, October 29 in Lake Forest Park Town Center registered 24 donors and collected 20 units of blood, which will help to save the lives of up to 60 local patients!

If you were deferred due to low hematocrit, no worries, you’ll be eligible to donate again by Tuesday!

Search for upcoming blood drives here.



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Sponsor a notice in the Echo Lake Elementary student directory

Echo Lake Elementary PTA is busy putting together their 2016-2017 Student Directory.

This is the perfect opportunity to sponsor Echo Lake and spread the word about your business to over 450 Echo Lake families.

Echo Lake Elementary PTA uses these funds to provide field trip transportation, special teacher materials, donations to school libraries, emergency supplies, and to continue social, family and educational programs.

Sponsopership levels start as low as $25 (1/4 page ad), $50 (1/2 page ad), and $100 (full page)

More information here

If you would like more information, contact them by email



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Holiday Bazaar at the Senior Center Friday and Saturday

Thursday, November 3, 2016

Seahawks tailgate items at Holiday Bazaar

HOLIDAY BAZAAR at the Senior Center
Friday and Saturday!
10:00am-4:00pm Both Days

Seahawks fans can go crazy at the Silent Auction during the Holiday Bazaar at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center!

The tailgate party starts at the auction: all NFL sanctioned items, there is a cooler waiting to be filled as well as a whole tray of party supplies, including a growler for your favorite brew.

And the NFL Seahawks crock pot will hold a homemade chili for a huge crowd! Oh, yes, there is even a Richard Sherman football; the perfect gift for the die-hard hawks fan

Not only are there Seahawk items galore, but gift certificates from our local businesses, a barbeque grill, (hummm, maybe for that tailgate party?).


The volunteer receptionists have once again filled a giant basket of goodies for your Thanksgiving table. Plus there are many other baskets that would be great for gift giving: Aloha Treats, Buon Appitito Italian, Kitchen Gadgets, Paella / Sangria Festival ingredients that include the paella pan, rice, sangria and more!

Come cruise our Silent Auction display, eat lunch. Listen to some nice music, check out what our vendors are selling, and buy a bunch of yummy baked goods.

Sounds like a great way to spend a couple of hours on Friday and Saturday, don’t you think?


We will be looking for you at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Avw NE, in the southern-most building of the Shoreline Center campus; 206-365-1536.



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How to find information on the holiday bazaars

There are four holiday bazaars this weekend and two others so far in November.

You can find the information we have published on all the holiday bazaars by going to the front page and looking at the Features section in the first column. Note that it will include previous years' events as well!


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Have coffee with LFP Mayor Johnson on Saturday

When you’re out and about on Saturday morning, stop by and have coffee with LFP Mayor Jeff Johnson. Coffee and light refreshments are provided.

Lake Forest Park City Hall, 2nd Floor, 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Saturday, November 5, 2016, 9am to 10:30am.

Mark your calendar for the next coffee - December 3, 2016. also from 9 – 10:30am at City Hall.



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Lake Forest Park Farmers Market returns this Sunday Nov 6


The farmers market you know and love is back for our first of three special fall markets this Sunday, November 6th from 10am to 3pm. The market will take place in its usual location, in the parking lot adjacent to Lake Forest Park City Hall at the corner of Bothell Way NE and Ballinger Way NE.

As always, the market will offer a delicious selection of fresh produce including all the best in fall veggies from many of your favorite farms like Garden Treasures, Well Fed Farm, RP Guerrero, and Alvarez Organics.

Hidden River will be taking orders for Thanksgiving turkeys (while supplies last) while Middle Fork Roasters, Lupine Vineyard, and Lopez Vineyard will ensure that you’ve got the tastiest beverages on-hand to put the perfect finishing touches on your holiday meals.


You’ll also have plenty of tasty snacks to enjoy with Vespucci Pizza and Drummin’ Up Wontons serving up hot foods to keep out the chill. Plus you can stock up on sweet treats for the family from market favorites like Blue Cottage Jams, Classic Kettle Corn, Pete’s Perfect Toffee, and The Beekeepers Secret. All of this plus Wilson Fish and a special visit from the Heart of Dreams Alpacas! 

You'll also want to mark your calendar for two more Fall Farmers Markets and Holiday Crafts Fairs.

On Sunday, Nov 20th, head to the market to shop for your seasonal produce, pick-up those Thanksgiving turkeys, and all your other Thanksgiving necessities. And come by the crafts fair to get a jump on your holiday shopping before the madness of Black Friday. Finally, on Sunday, December 18th don’t miss the final Farmers Market / Holiday Crafts Fair combo event to shop for all your last-minute gifts, stocking stuffers, and holiday dinner essentials.

The November 20th and December 18th farmers markets will take place in their usual outdoor location (in front of the Professional Building at Lake Forest Park Town Center) if the weather permits.

In case of inclement weather, they'll move inside to Third Place Commons on the upper level of Town Center. Both Holiday Crafts Fairs will take place from 10-3 in the lower lobby of Town Center.

The LFP Farmers Market and Holiday Craft Fairs are presented by Third Place Commons, a community-supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering real community in real space. Third Place Commons is located at 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, Washington 98155.



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Inviting birds and bugs to your yard

Lake Forest Park Garden Club November 8th meeting starts at 9:15am with the general meeting.

Break for coffee and treats and then at 10:30am speaker Penny Bolton will talk on "Garden Hospitality- inviting birds and bugs to your yard"

Penny’s presentation is focused on making home gardens and yards friendly and safe for birds and other wildlife.

Her goal is for people to see how they fit into the ecosystem and how they can help ameliorate some of the negative impacts that increased density brings.

Penny will discuss how gardeners can encourage and support appropriately the birds and beneficial insects native to our area.

Lake Forest Park Town Center, upper level, Stage area. Ballinger Way NE and Bothell Way NE. Open to the public.



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Everett Clinic opens a new neighborhood clinic in Mill Creek

The Everett Clinic, which opened a 40,000 square foot clinic in Shoreline on September 24, 2016 (see previous article) is planning to open a neighborhood clinic in Mill Creek in December.

The Thomas Lake Clinic, 3916 148th St, Mill Creek, will be approximately 6,400 square feet and will provide primary care, behavioral health, family medicine, X-ray, laboratory services, and a walk-in clinic (urgent care), to the community.

The new Thomas Lake Clinic will be located in a retail center. The director will be Dr. Loren Ihle, MD.



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Arrest made in Shoreline double shooting

King County Sheriff’s detectives have made an arrest in the double shooting that occurred last night in Shoreline. A 27 year old Renton man was arrested at his parents’ home in the 18600 block of 109th Ave SE around 8:30pm Thursday evening.

The shooting occurred on Wednesday just before 4:30pm in the 300 block of NE 151st St in Shoreline. The suspect shot two men in the front yard of the house at that location. A witness told police that the suspect was known to the victims.

Earlier Thursday the suspect’s vehicle was located, unoccupied, in the 17600 block of 109th Ave SE which is a few blocks from the suspect’s parents’ house.

Detectives surveilled the house and determined the suspect was inside. The suspect was arrested without incident and will be booked into the King County Jail.

The victims of the shooting are both in critical condition at Harborview Medical Center.



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Sen. Maralyn Chase says $18m GMA campaign fine ‘appropriate and necessary’

Sen. Maralyn Chase, D-Shoreline, issued this statement regarding Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s announcement of a record $18 million fine to the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) for violating the state’s campaign disclosure laws.

“This penalty was appropriate and necessary, a fitting punishment for an organization that waged a conscious, covert campaign to sabotage an overwhelmingly popular voter initiative that would have dispelled much of the mystery surrounding the production of foods we eat. 
“This is a textbook case of corporate abuse of power and privilege. The initiative to label genetically engineered foods had 66 percent public support before the GMA funneled $11 million through a secret account that hid the source of the contributions and who was behind the ‘no’ campaign. The resulting media avalanche, the most expensive campaign in state history, narrowly defeated the initiative, 51 to 49 percent. The public was steamrolled. 
“It is my hope that this fine will send a resounding message to corporate criminals who think their deep pockets give them a license to deceive the public. Washingtonians want honest, transparent elections. We passed our election laws to ensure that, and this fine proves our state will not look the other way at those who would wantonly break those laws.” 

See previous article



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Grocery Manufacturers Association to pay state $18M for intentionally violating state campaign finance laws

In a historic decision, a Thurston County Superior Court judge ordered the Grocery Manufacturers Association to pay $18 million in penalties and punitive damages, after Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s lawsuit revealed GMA intentionally violated Washington campaign finance laws.

The case arose from Ferguson’s investigation of the finances of opposition to voter Initiative 522, which would have required labeling of genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, in food sold to consumers. 

The ruling against GMA — a Washington, D.C.-based trade group representing major food, beverage and consumer companies — is believed to constitute the largest campaign finance judgment in United States history.

Ferguson filed the lawsuit against GMA in October 2013. Earlier this year, Judge Hirsch granted the Attorney General’s Motion for Summary Judgment and ruled that GMA violated state campaign finance laws when it failed to register and report its political committee, which opposed I-522.

GMA was identified as the largest contributor to the “No on 522” political committee in campaign disclosure filings. However, over 30 members of GMA actually financed the opposition campaign through a special, earmarked account but were not initially identified as individual donors.

Judge Hirsch then ordered a trial to determine whether GMA’s violations were intentional. Under Washington state law, penalties for campaign finance disclosure violations can equal the amount of money concealed from Washington voters. Where a court finds that the violation was intentional, the court has discretion to triple that penalty.

In Wednesday’s ruling, Judge Hirsch determined that GMA’s violations of law were intentional and tripled a $6 million penalty, for a total of $18 million, including punitive damages.

Judge Hirsch explained the factors in favor of imposing the penalty and punitive damages:

“Those factors include violation of the public’s right to know the identity of those contributing to campaigns for or against ballot title measures on issues of concern to the public, the sophistication and experience of GMA executives, the failure of GMA executives to provide complete information to their attorneys, the intent of GMA to withhold from the public the true source of its contributors against Initiative 522, the large amount of funds not reported, the large number of reports filed either late or not at all, and the latest of the eventual reporting just shortly before the 2013 election.”

In 2013, GMA raised over $14 million for a new “Defense of Brands” account. These funds came as a solicitation and were above and beyond regular member association dues. PepsiCo, for example, contributed nearly $3 million to the account. Nestle and Coca-Cola contributed nearly $2 million each.

GMA then contributed $11 million of that $14 million to “No on 522.” In an effort to shield individual companies from required disclosure, the money was listed as coming from GMA, not the actual donors, such as Pepsi, Nestle and Coke.

Internal GMA documents obtained as a result of Ferguson’s lawsuit revealed an intentional, systematic effort to conceal the true sources of those contributions to “No on 522.”

In 2013, the top 10 contributors to GMA’s Defense of Brands account and their contributions (as of 12/3/13) were:
  1. PepsiCo: $2.696 million
  2. Nestle USA, Inc.: $1.751 million
  3. The Coca-Cola Company: $1.742 million
  4. General Mills: $996,000
  5. ConAgra: $949,000
  6. Campbell Soup: $441,000
  7. The Hershey Company: $413,000
  8. J.M. Smucker: $401,000
  9. Kellogg: $369,000
  10. Land O’Lakes: $332,000
The ruling from Judge Anne Hirsch included the $18 million penalty plus an award of trial and investigative costs as well as attorney fees. Those costs and fees will be determined at a separate court hearing to be scheduled.



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Salute to America - free band and chorale concert of patriotic music Nov. 10



The Everett Chorale and The Shoreline Concert Band are teaming up to do a "Salute to America" concert on Thursday, November 10 at 7:30pm at The Edmonds Performing Arts Center, 410 4th Ave N, Edmonds.

Special Guest Artist will be Seattle native Gunnery Sergeant Harry Ong of the President's Own United States Marine Band in Washington D.C. performing on Clarinet.

There are many familiar patriotic songs that will be performed such as The Battle Hymn of the Republic, God Bless America, America the Beautiful and, Armed Forces: The Pride of America.

The band’s selections include Battle Cry For Freedom, Arlington (dedicated to the people at Arlington National Cemetery), and a Copland Tribute.

Band leader Ken Noreen says, "This special concert next Thursday at the Edmonds Performing Arts Center is really appropriate for November 11 holiday. The Everett Chorale and Shoreline Concert Band will combine to present music to honor our country." 

This wonderful program is done without an admission charge, but attendees are asked to give to a student scholarship fund as they enter.

This concert is sponsored by Coldwell Banker Bain of Edmonds and Lynnwood. To ensure a seat, guest passes can be picked up at Coldwell Banker Bain Offices in Edmonds (108 5th Ave S) or Lynnwood (1400 194th SW #135), or general seating will open at 7:15pm.



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Public Notice: Board of Commissioners Ronald Wastewater



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Car fire at Aurora Safeway; crash in Richmond Beach

Photo by Willie Putterman

There was a vehicle fire at Safeway on Aurora and 155th Thursday evening at 5:30pm. A pick up truck parked in the Safeway lot was smoking in a dramatic fashion.

Shoreline Fire was quickly on the scene. No information yet if there were any injuries or if other cars were damaged.

Thanks to Willie Putterman who sent in this photo.


There was reportedly a vehicle crash on Richmond Beach Road at 3rd Ave NW in front of the church at 8am Thursday morning, which elicited a large emergency response.

No further information is available at this time.



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World Concern’s Global Gift Guide

Help someone living in extreme poverty in a third world country by buying them a gift through World Concern's 2016 Global Gift Guide.

Gift a person in need with a goat, chickens, immunizations, soccer balls, or a well.

New this year, shoppers can also help a student dress for success with a school uniform, save the life of a sick child with oral rehydration salts, or protect an entire community from the threat of child trafficking by installing an S.O.S. emergency hotline to report cases of child abuse or exploitation.

Additional new gifts include emergency nutrition packets for a malnourished baby, furniture for a classroom, a bicycle for a child to get to school safely, a care package for a child rescued from harm, solar audio Bibles, and a complete business start-up kit (loan plus equipment) for an entrepreneur. 

Daw San received ducks and chickens
Daw San, a grandmother living in rural Myanmar, received ducks and chickens from World Concern.

“Today, I know how much money I will make each day because I wake up, open my eyes and see all of the eggs that my ducks and chickens have laid,” she said. “Now, because of my good income, I don’t have to worry and I can send my granddaughter to school.” 

So no more racking your brain to find the perfect, meaningful gift for that hard-to-buy-for loved one on your list. See all 46 life-changing gifts in World Concern’s Global Gift Guide.  

World Concern is a Christian global relief and development organization. Areas of expertise include disaster response, clean water, education, food security, child protection, microfinance and health.



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Public Hearing on Ronald proposed budget



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Tree Talk - panel discussion of community based urban forest management


LFP Councilmember John Resha and the LFP Stewardship Foundation
Invite You to Join
Community Leaders and Invited Experts
Sunday, November 6th, 2- 4 pm
in the LFP City Council Chambers
17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155

Featuring:

UW Biology Professor Emeritus (and LFP Advisory Board member) Gordon Orians whose recent research has been on environmental aesthetics, the evolutionary roots of our strong emotion responses to components of the environment;

UW Researcher Rob Turner, a “wet geologist” who studies the interaction of land, people, and water;

UW Center for Urban Horticulture and Arboretum Curator, Raymond Larson, with expertise in tree care and plant conservation; and 

William Lider of Lider Engineering, specializing in stormwater and erosion control engineering.



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Canterbury Faire and Holiday Bazaar Saturday

The Coffee Bar sells cookies and baked goods to go

Canterbury Faire and Holiday Bazaar
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church of the Highlands
Sponsored by the St. Agnes Guild
722 North 145th Street
Shoreline, WA 98133

Come and get your Christmas shopping done early! Swing by the church Saturday, November 5 between 9:30am and 3:00pm for an opportunity to pick up some fabulous handmade presents from a variety of vendors — for Christmas or yourself!

Lunch, coffee, and super-tasty snacks will be available for purchase.

Raffle tickets on sale for a chance at this beautiful
Christmas quilt

There will be collectibles, handcrafted Items, homemade edibles, coffee and cookie bar, hot Lunch with musical entertainment, household Items, books.

The Faire is one of the events the St. Agnes Guild does to raise money for local “helper” organizations such as the Mission to Seafarers, Ryan’s House, and Union Gospel Mission.



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