Friendsgiving lunch for seniors at Iora Primary Care Tuesday

Thursday, November 17, 2016


Iora Primary Care is hosting a Friendsgiving event for seniors 65 and over next week on Tuesday, November 22 from 11am-1pm.

The purpose of the Friendsgiving event is to give back to the Senior Communities and their families.

The lunch is free. RSVP by Friday, November 18 by calling 206-518-9021.



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Point Wells developer told to make major revisions to application

Original BSRE drawing for Point Wells
Drawing courtesy BSRE

By Evan Smith

Developers of the proposed Point Wells condominium project just north of Richmond Beach in southwest Snohomish County will need to submit a revised proposal.

That's what a Snohomish County planner told developer BSRE Point Wells in a letter dated Tuesday.

County planner Ryan Countryman said in the letter that a revised proposal would have to address several major issues, including building a second road to the site, meeting environmental and landslide protection rules, and providing complete floor plans, parking plans and landscaping plans.

The letter gives the developer six months to make the revisions to plans for the proposal to build 3,081 condominium units along with 125,000 square feet of retail and commercial space on the industrial site, a site that is within the urban growth area of Woodway but on property that the city of Shoreline has identified for future service and annexation.

For now, all work toward a draft environmental impact statement has stopped.

Planner Countryman has told the developer that, without the revisions, the Snohomish County planning department would have to make a recommendation based on the current proposal, a recommendation that probably would be to deny the proposal.

Richmond Beach road leads to lower Woodway
and Point Wells
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Currently, the only road to or from the development is a narrow, two-lane road through the Richmond Beach area of the city of Shoreline in northwest King County. The road, Richmond Beach Drive Northwest in Shoreline, crosses the King-Snohomish County line into the southwest corner of the town of Woodway before reaching Point Wells.

Snohomish County zoning and fire-protection rules require at least two roads to and from any developments of this size.

A Richmond Beach resident working with others to monitor what’s happening at Point Wells, Tom McCormick, said Wednesday that he is pleased to see Countryman’s letter.

"The County has expressed its concerns to BSRE before, but now it’s in writing for the public to see,” he said.

He added that while he is pleased, there are many other issues that need to be addressed, like building height. He said he believes that the county’s rules limit building heights at Point Wells to 90 feet and that the 180-foot buildings planned by the developer should not be allowed.

Point Wells with freighter moored at dock
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Also, he said he believes that the county is wrongly using its relatively weak 2007 landslide hazard rules in assessing what building setbacks from the steep slopes behind Point Wells are required. Under its more protective 2015 post-Oso rules, required setbacks would be up to four times what the old rules require; at one site location, 340 feet instead of 85 feet.

Woodway Town Administrator Eric Faison noted Tuesday that the requested revised application would come close to being a new application, something that would fall under new, more restrictive zoning rules.

A Blue Star Real Estate representative did not respond to a telephone call Wednesday afternoon.

Countryman’s letter to the developer notes that BSRE is operating on its third extension for completing its plans.

Planning for the proposed development has been subject to repeated delays.

A representative of the developer had been quoted in an April 2014 Everett Herald article as saying that he then estimated that completion of the environmental impact statement would come by the end of that year.

Evan Smith can be reached at schsmith@frontier.com.



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Dembowski secures Sports & Recreation grants for Shoreline and LFP parks funds

County Councilmember
Rod Dembowski
King County’s 2017-18 biennial budget, adopted this week, includes significant investments in sports and recreation facilities in North King County cities, including Shoreline. Metropolitan King County Council Vice-Chair Rod Dembowski, who helped craft the final budget for King County, was able to secure critical sports and recreation funding for the city.

“Our community’s kids and adults need places to play and recreate. Current sports and recreation facilities are not adequate to meet today’s demand,” said Dembowski. 
“I have heard the concerns and am pleased that King County will be able to partner with Shoreline, as well as other North King County cities and non-profits to provide expanded recreation opportunities for both youth and adults.”

The grants, which will support programs in Shoreline that help both youth and adults become and stay active, include:
  • $20,000 for the Dale Turner YMCA to fund afterschool youth programs, including its successful “Hang Time” program
  • $10,000 for Sound Generations/Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center to fund senior fitness programs
  • $25,000 for the City of Shoreline Parks and Recreation Department to fund park improvements
  • $20,000 for the Northwest School for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing to fund a new multiuse sports court. 

”On behalf of the City of Shoreline, I extend my appreciation to Councilmember Dembowski for his efforts to secure these funds for our community,” said Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts. They will make a positive difference and help ensure that shoreline continues to be a great place to live, work, and play.” 

Additional funds secured by Dembowski for other North King County cities include:
  • $611,000 for Saint Edward State Park to upgrade ballfields in partnership with the City of Kenmore
  • $25,000 for the City of Lake Forest Park to fund park improvements 

The funds secured by Dembowski originate from King County’s Sports Facilities Grant Program which is funded by a one percent tax on rental cars.

Since 1993, King County has allocated 25 percent of the car rental tax collected to fund the Youth Sports Facilities Grants Program, with the remaining 75 percent of the tax used to service the debt on the former Kingdome. This year, due to the retirement of the Kingdome bonds, all of the rental car tax collected will be allocated to youth or amateur sports activities or facilities.

“The Dale Turner YMCA Hang Time Program offers our Kellogg and Einstein middle school students a welcoming and safe environment to get active, complete homework, and socialize with peers,” said Pearl Noreen, Dale Turner YMCA Board Chair. 
“The generous contribution secured by Councilmember Rod Dembowski will make an enormous difference to support the program and enrich the lives of teens in our community.”

The County will bond a small portion of this expanded revenue stream to jump start the expanded program. Competitive grants will be available in future years for similar programs and projects. The expanded program includes new ongoing scholarship support for youth who are not otherwise able to afford fees and other costs associated with organized sports programs.

”We are thrilled about this $20,000 grant,” said Lynessa Cronn, Head of the Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children. 
“It will help ensure that our deaf and hard of hearing students, along with our Saturday Playgroup participants from the broader Puget Sound community, can have specially designed recreational opportunities. We also appreciate Councilmember Dembowski's work to ensure that the county's new Youth Sports and Recreation grant program prioritizes children with unique needs.”

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Damian McGinty (Glee, Celtic Thunder) performing at Shoreline Community College Theater Dec 7


New CD Debuted at #2 on Billboard World and Holiday Charts Ahead of Christmas Tour

Gather up your friends and family for a great local night out with one of Shoreline’s favorite performers, Irish singer and actor Damian McGinty, star of Glee and Celtic Thunder!

Damian will be returning to the Shoreline this December to celebrate the holidays with a family-friendly concert that will be perfect for all ages!

December 7, Damian will perform at the Shoreline Community College Theater as part of a short eight-city tour that also celebrates his new CD, This Christmas Time.

Damian McGinty
Damian made instant waves in the music world in October with his chart-topping first full-length album, which entered the Billboard World and Holiday charts at #2 on its debut.

Damian McGinty: This Christmas Time quickly moved up the iTunes charts upon its October 14, 2016, release, to become the #1 Holiday Album in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, as well as entering the coveted Top 50 list of all albums sold.

This Christmas Time also hit #1 at the Amazon Holiday Best Sellers list. Several of the individual songs from the album charted as well; Damian’s rendition of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah" hit #1 in the iTunes Holiday Songs list.

The concert will feature several songs from This Christmas Time, as well as some favorites from Damian’s time with Glee and Celtic Thunder and his solo career. In this tour he will also be debuting some of his own original songs, which have never been performed on stage before.

Fans know Damian as one of the original performers with the international hit group Celtic Thunder, as well as from his role as Rory Flanagan on Glee. Damian is currently traveling North America on a 72-city tour with his former group, Celtic Thunder.

The concert will be Wednesday, December 7, at 8pm, at Shoreline Community College Theater, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133 (campus map ).

Both Meet and Greet tickets (including a pre-show meet and greet as well as the performance) and General Admission tickets are available. There will be no reserved seating at this event.

For more information, see Damian’s website.



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King’s Schools CyberKnights partners with first ever East African Robotics Team

The first ever East Africa FTC Robotics team, CyberKnights Uganda, is in the Emerald City this week preparing to compete in the FIRST Tech Challenge this Saturday, November 19 from 12:00 to 3:00pm at King’s High School in Shoreline.

This team, from Beacon of Hope, a branch of Seattle-based nonprofit Pilgrim Africa, is about to make world history by spreading FIRST Robotics to an entirely new region.

The Ugandan team is partnered with and mentored by CyberKnights 4911, the robotics team from King's High School. Along with this challenge, CyberKnights Uganda plans to compete this year in Israel in hopes of making it to the world championship.

For the past three years, CyberKnights members from King’s High School had the privilege of travelling to Uganda for annual outreach trips. They journeyed to the Beacon of Hope school to work with and mentor their partners in Uganda, working alongside them in building robots.

Tammy Nguyen, who travelled to Uganda with the Cyberknights this past June, commented on her experience with the Ugandan team:

“Every day when I got into their lab, I could feel the same passion and dedication like what we had in our lab at King’s. They never stopped working on the problems and making things better, even after the class was over. I guess that's just how we CyberKnights are, no matter if we're from Seattle or Uganda.”

Beacon of Hope is utilizing robotics as an enjoyable yet educational activity throughout East Africa. Participants, whether students or mentors, learn engineering skills, gain experience with real world problem solving, and learn about different cultures from across the world. CyberKnights Uganda is planning to pursue their dreams and participate in a FIRST Tech Challenge competition here in Seattle.

King's CyberKnights have made it a goal to bring hope and opportunity to others through robotics. In addition to working with Beacon of Hope, the King's CyberKnights have also travelled to Vietnam, Israel, and Los Angeles to inspire others through STEM.

They also started Unified Robotics, a program that utilizes robotics to bring opportunity to high school students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or intellectual disabilities. King’s is now partnering with Special Olympics of Washington to build this program.

Mikel Thompson, head coach of the CyberKnights 4911, commented on the team’s experience in Uganda: "Our work in Uganda helped inspire a vision and passion for using our skills and talents to help others."

Donations to CyberKnights Uganda can be made here.


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Volunteer to be a United Way tax preparer

Join United Way’s Free Tax Prep Campaign in the Fight Against Poverty by volunteering at your neighborhood tax site.

Every year in Washington State, low-and-middle income individuals and families struggle to pay the bills and keep food on the table. Tax time can make an unstable situation even worse.

Not only is Washington’s tax system the most regressive in the nation, but predatory tax preparers can exploit people’s confusion around taxes, charging upwards of $300 for a tax return.

Maria, a single mother of two making $30,000 a year, has regularly had to choose between education, car repair, and dental care. But during the last tax season, she received a $3,000 refund, secured by Free Tax Campaign volunteers at absolutely no cost. This meant she didn’t have to choose between meeting only some of her basic needs.

Last year, the campaign helped over 21,750 community members file their taxes, bringing $29.1 million back to the community in tax refunds.

This year, we’re hoping to make an even bigger impact but to do this, we need your help. Join our talented team of volunteers, receive training that boosts your skills, and help reach the people who need it most. No experience needed!

Local Free Tax Prep locations:
  • Shoreline Goodwill
  • Ronald United Methodist Church – Shoreline
  • Lake City Neighborhood Service Center
  • YMCA KTUB - Kirkland

Get involved - sign up here






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Photo: Orange poinsettia

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Since these are orange, think of them as Thanksgiving flowers...

By the way, poinsettia has four syllables.

The plant is named for Dr. Joel Roberts Poinsett, America’s first minister (ambassador) to Mexico between 1825 and 1829. Dr. Poinsett brought the plant to America and raised it in his greenhouses in Charleston, South Carolina. 
It was named in his honor in 1836. The Latin name is Euphorbia pulcherrima, literally “the most beautiful Euphorbia.” 
You may know Dr. Poinsett as the founder of the National Institute for the Promotion of Science and the Useful Arts, predecessor of the Smithsonian Institution.
--Bill Petro, History of the Poinsettia



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Voters approving Shoreline Proposition 1 by 67%


As of November 15, Shoreline voters are passing Shoreline Proposition 1 to fund basic services including police, parks, and community services by 67%. Proposition 1 restores the City’s 2010 maintenance and operations levy, which expires at the end of the year, by increasing the City’s regular property tax levy rate to $1.39 per $1,000 of assessed value, which remains under the $1.60 legal limit.

“On behalf of the City Council, we are grateful for the Shoreline community’s continued support and trust,” Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts stated. “Restoration of the levy ensures the City will be able to continue to provide the services residents have come to expect.”

Passage of Proposition 1 addresses the financial structural gap for 2017-2022, which is the result of the 1% limit on increasing property tax revenues. Property tax revenue is the City’s largest revenue source, but absent the levy lid lift, the 1% cap prevents it from keeping pace with inflation. 

Proposition 1 will help fund current levels of police and emergency services, including neighborhood safety and traffic patrols; maintenance of parks, trails, playgrounds / playfields, and the Shoreline Pool; and community services for seniors, youth, and individuals and families in need.



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Walking the labyrinth at Church of the Redeemer

Walking the labyrinth
Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore

Members and friends at Church of the Redeemer in Kenmore took time to relax, center and reflect Tuesday evening by walking a labyrinth.

A labyrinth is an ancient archetype of journey, pilgrimage and centering. Labyrinths have been around since ancient times. The labyrinth used here was a continuous journey to the center and return.

A full sized canvass labyrinth was available with a labyrinth guide available to assist anyone new to the practice. Visitors were welcome to walk the large Circle of Peace™ labyrinth, or use small labyrinths for “finger walking.”

The Church of the Redeemer is at 6211 NE 182nd St in Kenmore.

If you have questions about the labyrinth, send an email message



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LFP Public Hearing continued to Thursday

Continued Public Hearings scheduled for November 17, 2016 City Council Special Meeting


At a special meeting of the Lake Forest Park City Council scheduled for 7:00pm on Thursday, November 17, 2016, the public will have another opportunity to provide comments regarding two public hearings continued from the October 13, 2016 regular meeting.

The first continued hearing is to receive public comment on Ordinance 1144, adopting the 2017-2018 Biennial Budget. The second continued hearing is to receive public comment on Ordinance 1145, establishing the property tax rate for 2017.

The public is invited to attend and offer comments during these continued public hearings.

City Council meetings are recorded on video



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Holiday decor from the garden - Kruckeberg workshop Tuesday, Nov 22

Kruckeberg Gardeners' Forum - Holiday décor from the garden on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 7:00pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N.

The Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation sponsors a monthly gardener's discussion group. Meetings are on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7pm at Shoreline City Hall Room 302.

Each month will feature a general topic- you pick a book to go along with that theme, and join us for a lively discussion.

Interested in participating? Have an idea for a topic? Contact group leader, KBGF Docent, 206-364-9263.



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Seattle Children's Chorus performance in Lynnwood - A Scandinavian Christmas

Seattle has long been the second home for many Scandinavian immigrants. With these hearty settlers came the music, art and traditions of the homeland.

Seattle Children’s Chorus celebrates and honors this vibrant heritage through our Advent performances, sharing beloved music and traditions in an unforgettable performance.  Please join us at one of our two concerts!

December 10 at 2:00pm – Denny Park Lutheran Church 766 John Street, Seattle
Tickets

December 11 at 6:00pm – Trinity Lutheran Church, 6215 196th St SW, Lynnwood
Tickets

Admission:
Reserved Seating Adult Ticket – $2/
Reserved Seating Senior Ticket – $15
Reserved Seating Student andAlumni Ticket – $10
General Admission (limited seating)-$10 (service fees apply)



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The rains have come - get ready for winter weather

Photo by Dorrena Ortega
Fall and Winter Storms --
Let's Be Ready Together
From the City of Lake Forest Park

In Lake Forest Park, fall and winter can bring heavy rain, high winds, ice, and snow.

The City begins preparing for winter weather in the summer, by training staff, preparing equipment, and working with local agency partners.

When high winds, heavy rain, or ice and snow are forecast, our crews are ready to head into action.

In addition to City preparedness, it is important that individuals prepare themselves and their families for emergencies. A number of resources are available on the City’s website to help you prepare, including information about how to contact the various utilities serving Lake Forest Park residents; the City’s map of priority snow and ice routes; sandbag locations; and building an emergency preparedness kit.

Click on “Let’s Be Ready,” below, to open a document containing additional information and helpful links to preparedness resources available on the City’s website and elsewhere.

Let's Be Ready



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Station Design Open House Wednesday in Shoreline

Light link trains in station
Photo courtesy Sound Transit

The Lynnwood Link Extension Station Design Open House on Wednesday will discuss both the stations being planned for Shoreline.

Wednesday, November 16, Seattle/Shoreline – Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, from 6-8pm. A brief presentation starts at 6:10pm. Stop by anytime.

The online open house is now live and will be active until November 30 for anyone that can't make it to a meeting.

We hope to see you at an open house this week, or get your comments online.

More information here or contact Community Outreach 206-398-5300.


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Soulful Sounds of Christmas XXVIII

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Pat Wright
SOULFUL SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS XXVIII
Monday, December 19, 2016 at 7:30pm
Shoreline Community College Theater
16101 Greenwood Ave N
Shoreline 98133
(campus maps)

Put some high spirit in your holiday plans. The Soulful Sounds of Christmas XXVIII concert has filled the Shoreline Community College campus with Christmas and Gospel Music sounds for the past twenty-seven years.

Performing this year for the twenty-eighth time is Pat Wright and The Total Experience Gospel Choir along with soloist Nichol Eskridge.

Proceeds from this event will benefit the outreach programs of Kingdom Community Worship and Outreach Center, a 501-c3 non-profit organization.

For tickets and more information, call 206-403-7859 or download ticket order form and click on to the events link.



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Friday’s Roundtable: The Return of Paul Valenti

This Friday’s Roundtable: The Return of Paul Valenti!

This is Roundtable’s version of a TED Talk, with a career coach pro who has helped hundreds of our over 50 crowd find jobs over the years.

Paul has been with the City of Seattle Mayor's Office for Senior Citizens, Employment Resource Center for just over eight years where he specializes in assisting older job seekers secure part and full time jobs.

He is a former Hawaii State Legislative Lobbyist and the former Program Manager of the Center for Learning and Undergraduate Enrichment (CLUE) at the University of Washington.

Paul is a certified Dependable Strengths Trainer and a professional Job Search and Employment Speaker and Counselor. He has an inspirational and at times humorous story to share about how he beat the odds and became a success. Also LOTS to share about networking both online and in person. Hear some of his proven tricks for success using Linkedin – and even schedule a one-on-one!

Please respond by Thursday, November 17, 4pm to reserve a seat
Or Call / Leave a Voicemail: 206-533-6706

Friday, November 18, 1:00-2:30pm, Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Building 9000, Room 9202, Second floor. SCC Campus Map. Small fee for parking.

--Ron Carnell


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Transit Alert - make Metro a safe place for everyone

Rapid Ride E Line
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

From Rob Gannon, Metro Transit General Manager

In this moment of change and transition, County Executive Constantine has reaffirmed our values and principles. King County is a place that values women, people of color, people with disabilities, people with diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, immigrants and refugees, and people of every religion, or of no religion.

In the delivery of our service to the public, Metro Transit does not tolerate harassment of any kind. The vehicles we operate will remain safe places for our passengers. Acts of harassment on our buses or at our shelters violate Metro Transit’s commitment to inclusion for all in our community and our rider Code of Conduct. Should they occur, we ask people to report them to our employees or call 911 if law enforcement is needed immediately.

We will take enforcement actions against violators of this code. And we are reminding operators of our procedures for addressing violations of the code of conduct aboard their coaches.

King County is a growing community rich in diversity and is one of the world’s great metropolitan areas. Metro demonstrates our contribution by providing the best service possible, safely and with respect given to all our customers. We ask all our riders to join in that commitment.

Ride safe, and help us keep our system safe for everyone.



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LFP Thanksgiving Farmers Market & Holiday Crafts Fair this Sunday, Nov 20


This Sunday is the perfect time to start preparing for your Thanksgiving feast and to get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping thanks to the return of the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market and Holiday Crafts Fair!

Start making your Thanksgiving dinner shopping list now so that you can hit the farmers market Sunday to pick-up all the freshest and best in Washington grown and produced fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, and more. Fall always brings lots of delicious seasonal produce like apples, artichokes, arugula, beets, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, garlic, pears, potatoes, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, winter squash, zucchini, and so much more. So whatever your seasonal favorites, look for them at the market!

Did you order a turkey from Hidden River? Make sure you make it to the market to pick it up! Of course, Hidden River will have lots of other meat choices as well to keep your family well-fed over the long holiday weekend, and Wilson Fish will also be on-hand to serve up your chosen catch-of-the-day. You can even pick up a gorgeous, holiday themed floral arrangement to dress your table in style!

You’ll also want to beat the rush of Black Friday by shopping at the Third Place Commons Holiday Craft Fair featuring the unique works of over 30 gifted Washington crafters and artisans. You’ll be dazzled by a beautiful array of handcrafted works and sure to find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list (maybe even yourself) at the fair.

Offerings will include handcrafted jewelry, watches, pens, home décor, toys, and holiday novelties. Indeed, from fine arts to fabric arts and wearables to potions, lotions, and notions, the Crafts Fair will truly have something for everyone!

Guerrero applies
The Holiday Crafts Fair will also include a special performance by the International Folk Voice Band ushering in the season of good cheer with spirited folk music (including lots of your favorites) from around the world. The band will perform from noon to 3pm.

The farmers market will take place in its usual outdoor location (in front of the Professional Building at Lake Forest Park Town Center) if the weather permits.

In case of inclement weather, it will move inside to Third Place Commons on the upper level of Town Center.

The Holiday Crafts Fair will take place in the lower lobby of Town Center. Both the farmers market and crafts fair will take place from 10am to 3pm. (Note that the farmers market will end one hour early at 2pm if moved inside to the Commons.)

And don’t forget to mark your calendars for the final fall market and crafts fair on Sunday, December 18th! (More details to come.)

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 98155.



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Crime in Shoreline week ending 11-14-2016 - a little of everything this week

Selected items from the Shoreline Police Blotter for the week ending November 14, 2016.

--Spray paint vandalism at Syre Elementary, Ridgecrest Elementary, hus shelters at 15th and Ballinger.
--Individuals with mental and alcohol issues creating disturbances were Trespassed from Ballinger McDonalds, Ballinger Thriftway, Walgreen's at 145th Aurora, Home Depot, Ballinger Village, Aurora Safeway.

11-04  Vehicle - building collision at Starbucks 18336 Aurora.
11-07  Residential burglary 31xx NE 149th - shattered rear sliding door.
11-07  Shoplifter at Home Depot pepper sprayed by his accomplice.
11-07  Individual with crack, heroin, and counterfeit money at Baxter Auto Parts.
11-08  Victim driving near YMCA when three men stopped him, attempted to turn off his car, opened the passenger door and stole his cell phone.
11-09  Male huffing stolen keyboard cleaner was Trespassed from Fred Meyer.
11-09  Vehicle broken into at 18xx N 198th and lunch bag which resembled a purse was taken.
11-09  Burglary at 196xx 19th NE, jewelry taken.
11-10  Individual Trespassed for repeated food thefts from Aurora Safeway.
11-10  Individual caught stealing employee items in back room at Sears.
11-10  Male caught shoplifting at Home Depot was arrested and jailed on three warrants out of Marysville.
11-10  Drunken male at 18400 block of 15th was incapacitated - had urinated and defecated on himself. Transported to hospital.
11-10  Father and mother got in a heated exchange at Ballinger Thriftway during custody exchange.
11-10  Bar fight at Viking Sports Bar.
11-10  Tagging at Echo Lake Park restroom.
11-11  Package stolen from porch at 183xx 1st NE.
11-12  Assault with a beer bottle at a party gone bad 188xx Midvale.
11-12  Homeowner shot intruder dead with a rifle after home invasion. Not a random target.



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New banners along Aurora

Fruits and Vegetables
Susan Lally-Chiu
This week, the City of Shoreline is installing 76 sets of new banners along Aurora.

The project includes new banners along the third mile and replacement of old banners on the first and second miles and along Midvale Ave N.

The banner artists are Susan Lally-Chiu (Fruits and Vegetables; Cultural Diversity) and Amanda Drewniak (Octopus).

The City’s Public Art Committee chose the artists and the design framework after a competitive call for artists. 

Funding for the banners comes from the Aurora project’s 1% for the Arts requirement.
Octopus
Amanda Drewniak


The Octopus reflects the community’s connection to the Puget Sound.


The Fruits and Vegetables capture the community’s support of the Shoreline Farmers Market and community gardens and reflect our bucolic past and our embrace of urban farming and sustainability going forward. 

Cultural Heritage
Susan Lally-Chiu



Lally-Chiu describes the Cultural Diversity banner in her own words:

In my design, I wanted to reflect the beautiful nature and the cultural diversity of Shoreline… 
The panel on the left shows a pattern for water, earth / land (African pattern), trees (Hawaiian quilt pattern), mountains (NW Indian basket pattern), birds (Mexican art) and sun (Chinese lotus pattern) to reflect our cultural diversity with shapes symbolic of nature.



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Frank Workman on Sports: Shorecrest Girls Soccer - It's Family

Frank Workman
By Frank Workman

When they trudged off the field for the last time Saturday, after the referee’s whistle brought an end to their season, a season that ended as most do (with a soul-crushing playoff defeat, this one against Bishop Blanchet, 3-1), the Shorecrest girls soccer team couldn’t help but see their glass as anything but half-empty at the time.

A day later, Head Coach Mindy Dalziel’s perpetually sunny disposition shone through as she detailed all the accomplishments this team achieved in what she believed was going to be a rebuilding year at the start of the season.

“We had to replace some key players who had graduated. We needed to recreate ourselves this year. I thought we could be very skilled and tactical; the question was, would we get buy-in from the players and see the kind of teamwork we would need to be successful”? 

The answer was a resounding yes.

The team went 14-6-3 this year, mirroring Dalziel’s career mark of 156-67-22 in her 11 years at the helm. They tied District champion Arlington on the road, while losing in a shootout to the Eagles in the District semi-finals. They managed a tie at Edmonds-Woodway, which was just two years removed from winning State.  All this came in spite of more than their fair share of illnesses and injuries that beset key players throughout the season.

As a player, Mindy led the Scots to two State Championships during the mid-90’s. (Her JV coach, Teddy Mitalis, was her coach back then. Lori Henry, her varsity assistant, had an illustrious playing career, winning national championships at University of North Carolina, as well as playing for the first US Womens National Team, and winning the World Cup in 1991.)  As coach, she’s been to State nine times, including six years in a row. Twice her team advanced to the semi-finals; two years ago they made it to the championship game before losing.

Her philosophy sounds simple. “I want the players to treat their team like a family, to love it and make it better. In the end, what I want is for each of them to be the best human beings they can be.” 

How does the philosophy actually play out?

A handful of players gathered after school Monday and shared their thoughts on playing for Coach Mindy.  The word ‘family’ was frequently spoken. One player cited the easy transition from JV during the regular season to Varsity for the playoffs, how she didn’t feel out of place at all, due to the closeness between the two squads. Several mentioned how freshmen are valued and made to feel a part of the team, rather than be slighted or shunned by the older players.

Another recalled how, as a freshman, she didn’t even know if she’d make the JV squad. Instead, her coach saw something in her, believed in her and brought her up to the varsity. It was mentioned how starting positions had to be earned at every practice, and that doing so made each girl work harder and get better. And if a girl’s poor play resulted in a benching, caring but candid conversation the following day tended to result in improved performance.

When one player enthusiastically gushed “I wish next year started today”, the others nodded their heads in agreement, in spite of the bumps and bruises the grind of a season had left them with.

Finally one girl seemed to sum it up best. “I always feel like I’m with my 20 best friends, every time we’re together.” 

With many talented younger players vying to replace the three seniors who finished their high school playing days on Saturday, the glass may be more than half-full next year.  In fact, it just might run over.

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LFP Citizens' Commission meets Tuesday

The Lake Forest Park Citizens' Commission will have its eighth Public Meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at Third Place Commons on the upper level of the Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Ways, Lake Forest Park.

All are invited to attend, bring cookies (optional), and ideas.

An Informal Cookie Social will start at 6:30pm and the meeting will run from 7-9pm. The after meeting will be at the Lake Forest Park Bar and Grill. (9:10-10pm).

The LFP Citizens' Commission is not affiliated with the City of Lake Forest Park.



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Shoreline Planning Commission public hearing Thursday

The Shoreline Planning Commission will hold a public hearing Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 7:00pm on 2016 Comprehensive Plan Amendments.

Documents are here

Comment on Agenda items


Meetings are recorded and available online



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Great Britain and the European Union


Thursday, November 17, 2016; 7:00 – 8:30pm, Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Room 9208 (campus maps)

Great Britain and the European Union
  • Robin Twyman, Consul (Business and Government Affairs), United Kingdom, Seattle Office
  • Phillip Shekleton, Lecturer, Foster School of Business, University of Washington

The historic vote that took place on June 23 in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to leave the European Union (“Brexit”) has generated uncertainty about Great Britain’s future, that of Europe, and about the post-1945 global order.

Does this historic referendum signal that Britain has chosen to retreat into a “Little England” status, or does it signal a desire to redefine its role on the world stage?

Join us for a lively discussion of developments in Great Britain, and their implications for European unity and the “special relationship” between Great Britain and the U.S.

FREE Event, but do click on register, then click on Sign Up.



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Northwest Boychoir presents A Festival of Lessons & Carols 2016

Photo by Ben VanHouten

Northwest Boychoir presents 
A Festival of Lessons and Carols 2016
Joseph Crnko, Music Director 
Maria Johnson, Executive Director 

The Northwest Boychoir proudly presents its 38th annual A Festival of Lessons and Carols concert series featuring eight regional performances in December. These holiday concerts showcase the 90-member combined chorus of the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint! Seattle.

Patterned after the Christmas Eve observance at King’s College in Cambridge, England, A Festival of Lessons and Carols has become a holiday tradition for thousands of families in the Puget Sound region. This classical performance consists of nine holiday readings, each followed by a traditional carol performed by the choir, and another carol sung by the choir and audience.

A Festival of Lessons and Carols concerts are open to the public, and will run December 10-23, 2016 at various venues throughout the Puget Sound Region. Concerts have reserved seating.

Advance tickets are available through the Northwest Choirs at 206-524-3234 or online. These concerts often draw sold-out audiences. Advance ticket purchases are encouraged.

Northwest Boychoir presents 
2016 A Festival of Lessons and Carols Concert Series 

Sat. Dec. 10, 7:30 pm 
Trinity Lutheran Church 
6215 196th Street SW, Lynnwood 
Reserved seating 
Tickets: $11-$28 

Sun. Dec. 11, 7:00 pm 
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church 
4805 NE 45th Street, Seattle 
Reserved seating 
Tickets: $16-$28 

Sat. Dec. 17, 7:30 pm 
Saint Mark’s Cathedral 
1245 10th Avenue East, Seattle 
Reserved seating 
Tickets: $11-35 

Tue. Dec. 20, 7:30 pm 
Saint Mark’s Cathedral 
1245 10th Avenue East, Seattle 
Reserved seating 
Tickets: $11-$35 

Wed. Dec. 21,7:30 pm 
Saint Mark’s Cathedral 
1245 10th Avenue East, Seattle 
Reserved seating 
Tickets: $11-$35 

Thur. Dec. 22, 7:30 pm 
St. Alphonsus Church 
5816 15th Avenue NW, Seattle 
Reserved seating 
Tickets: $16-$35 

Fri. Dec. 23, 7:30 pm 
Benaroya Hall 
S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium 
Presented by the Seattle Symphony with Northwest Sinfonia 
200 University Street, Seattle 
Reserved seating 
206-215-4747  



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Insurance counseling from state volunteer group SHIBA Wednesday

Volunteers from SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) will offer free individual counseling at the Shoreline Library on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1 - 5pm.

Call 206-362-7550 or stop by the Information Desk to make an appointment. 345 NE 175th, Shoreline 98155.



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Learn the Mazurka at Skandia Third Friday dance Nov 18

The Cedar Valley Grange has wooden dance floors
Skandia Third Friday Dance, Friday, November 18, Cedar Valley Grange, 20526-52nd Ave W, Lynnwood 98036.

At 7:30, Lisa Brooks and Larry Reinert will teach Gothenburg Mazurka. Despite its name, this graceful Swedish dance does not use the classic mazurka step but can be done to waltz music.
 
Friday's dance features the joyful sound of Northern Exposure, the fine Norwegian gammaldans band from Olympia, playing a variety of gammaldans and mixers, with some polskor thrown in.

They play a style that’s infectiously danceable, with a delightful mix of something for everyone. Class, 7:30; dance, 8:30–11 p.m. $15 (Skandia members, $10); kids, free.

For more information, email, check the website or call 425-954-5262.

Driving directions to Cedar Valley Grange.....
From I-5, take exit 179 (northbound or southbound). Drive east on 220th to the stop sign at 52nd, then a short mile north to the Cedar Valley Grange on your left. 



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The Game's Afoot, Holmes! Mystery at the college


The Game’s Afoot
or
Holmes for the Holidays


It is December 1936 and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast-members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry.

But when one of the guests is stabbed to death, the festivities in this isolated house of tricks and mirrors quickly turn dangerous. Then its up to Gillette himself, as he assumes the persona of his beloved Holmes, to track down the killer before the next victim appears.

The danger and hilarity are non-stop in this glittering whodunit set during the Christmas holidays.

Written by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Bryar Golden

December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11: Fridays and Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays 3pm

Tickets for sale online
  • General Admission - $15
  • Non-SCC students, Senior, Faculty and Staff - $12
  • Shoreline Community College Students and students 15 and under - $9

Shoreline Community College Theater, 1600 Bldg. / Campus Theater, 16101 Greenwood Ave N,
Shoreline 98133 (campus maps)

For more information: John Nold 206-546-4728



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Free counseling for small business Nov 17 at Shoreline Library

Free counseling for small business from the Service Core of Retired Executives (SCORE) on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 10am to 3pm at the Shoreline Library.

Call 206-362-7550 to schedule an appointment, or visit the Shoreline Library's Information Desk.

Shoreline Library, 345 NE 175th NE.



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Mod Pizza will donate to PTA for pizza purchases Nov 22-27

Monday, November 14, 2016


Mod Pizza in Lake Forest Park Town Center at the south end of the mall has chosen The WORKS - the PTA Clothing Room  - to be the recipient of their Spreading Modness week.

This Mod Squad will donate $1 to The WORKS for every mod-size pizza purchase November 22-27.

Save energy - eat pizza for Thanksgiving!



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Residential fire in Shoreline quickly extinguished

Fireplace fire spread
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Shoreline Fire made quick work of a residential fire at a home on 185th between Meridian and 1st NE.

According to the resident, the fire started from the fireplace and spread to the attic.

The street was blocked during the incident but the fire was quickly resolved and the street cleared.



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Local students march in anti-Trump protest

Hundreds of Shorecrest students marched in protest
Photo by Jean Hilde

Local schools joined the national student protest today against the presidency of Donald Trump.

Students from Shorecrest High School on 25th NE marched down 15th NE carrying signs and chanting "Love Trumps Hate".

Shorewood students walked to Shoreline City Hall for a brief rally. Einstein students arrived later.

Students from 20 Seattle Schools gathered in downtown Seattle and on Capital Hill in peaceful protests.

Shorecrest students marching down 145th
Photo by Maryn Wynne

Students all had the same message - they don't like Trump's rhetoric and policies. They stand with their minority friends and friends of all religions.

They can't vote, but they feel the Trump policies will affect them more than any demographic, so they are "voting with their feet."

The Shoreline School District sent a letter to families:

Dear Shoreline Public School Families and Staff,

In recent days, we have heard from families and staff who have shared concerns regarding the impact of recent national events on our students, staff and school community.

I want to take an opportunity to let you know that our district’s mission continues to be that we ensure our schools are safe and respectful places for every single person who walks through our doors. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment and keeping our focus on supporting student learning and achievement.

Whatever is happening outside our schools, our incredible teachers, staff and administrators will always work to ensure a safe, caring and productive learning environment at our schools. In doing so:
  • We will continue to promote kindness, compassion and respect for others.
  • We will help students collaborate, problem-solve and resolve their differences in a respectful manner.
  • We will not tolerate harassment or intimidation toward anyone.
  • We will work to bring our school communities together and maintain a welcoming environment where every student feels welcome, respected and safe at school.
If you do witness or hear about behavior that does not align with these principles, we hope that you will communicate that information to us. You can do this by:
We are also aware of the student-organized walkouts and protests that occurred at Shorewood, Shorecrest and Einstein today. Parents and guardians of students who were absent from class will receive a message from their child’s school alerting them to their absence, as they would normally receive when their child is absent. Students who were absent will face the same consequences that they would for an unexcused absence, unless they are excused by a parent or guardian.

While our nation and community face many challenges and differences of opinion, I hope you will join me in the District’s endeavor to support our schools in creating a safe learning environment that celebrates and embraces everyone in our school community. Our children deserve nothing less than the best we have to offer.

Sincerely,
Rebecca Miner
Superintendent


Corrected 11-15-2016: Kellogg students did not march. Einstein students did.


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Photo: Mt. Pilchuck inspiration

Photo by Indy Rice-Narusch

The photo was taken by Lake Forest Park teenager Indy Rice-Narusch.

Her comments:

Though I live in a big city, I find myself eager to escape the city lights and explore the many, wondrous areas Washington has given us to enjoy. While descending Mt. Pilchuck in northeastern Washington, I captured one of the mountain's amazing views. I hope that this photo can inspire more people in our area to get out and explore the natural world around us!



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Shorewood Boys Water Polo team finish 8th in their first appearance at State

Shorewood Water Polo team placed 8th
in state tournament
Photo by Julie Fredrickson

The Shorewood Boys Water Polo Team made its first appearance in school history at the State Tournament and finished 8th overall.

Special season awards went to the following seniors:

  • Chris Gerbino - First Team All League
  • Jake Fredrickson - Second Team All League
  • Andrew Butcher - Honorable Mention
  • Jake Fredrickson - Honorable Mention All State Team 


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Third Place Books hosts three authors this week

A presidential mistress who might have been a Nazi spy, 27 feminists, and oil drilling in Alaska this week at Third Place Books, LFP Town Center upper level, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way.


Scott Farris
Inga: Kennedy's Great Love, Hitler's Perfect Beauty, and J. Edgar Hoover's Prime Suspect (Lyons)
Tuesday, November 15 at 7pm

She was the great love of President John F. Kennedy’s life, but also Adolf Hitler’s special guest at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. She was an actress, a journalist, an explorer, an MGM screenwriter, and also a suspected Nazi spy. Inga Arvad lived where gossip intersected with history, and her story, as told by author Scott Farris in Inga, demonstrates the great influence of the private life on public events.

Chandler O’Leary and Jessica Spring
Dead Feminists: Historic Heroines in Living Color (Sasquatch)
Wednesday, November 16 at 7pm

Providing a new and illuminating look at 27 women who've changed the world, Dead Feminists ties these historical women and the challenges they faced into the most important issues of today. Based on the cult-following limited edition Dead Feminists letterpress poster series by illustrator Chandler O'Leary and letterpress artist Jessica Spring, the book combines new art and lettering, archival photographs and ephemera, and revisits the original poster to tell each woman's story.

Jackinsky McKibben
Too Close to Home
Thursday, November 17 at 7pm

“This engrossing account of what it means to ordinary Alaskans when the oil industry shows up on their doorsteps is a good reminder that the damage from fossil fuels can hit hard locally on its way to the atmosphere and the climate.” --Bill McKibben, author of Deep Economy



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Shorecrest girls' soccer season ends in state quarterfinals

The Shorecrest girls' soccer season ended with a 3-1 loss to Blanchet in a state 3A quarterfinal match Saturday at Bishop Blanchet High School.

Blanchet now advances to the state semifinals and finals November 18-19 at Sparks Stadium in Puyallup.

Lauren Brown scored Shorecrest's one goal, with an assist from Maggie Taylor. The loss dropped the Scots' season record to 15-5-4




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Shoreline Special Needs PTSA - Demystifying DDA

Robin Tatsuda
Understanding the services and eligibility processes for the state’s Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) can feel overwhelming.

The Shoreline Special Needs PTSA November 15 meeting will feature Robin Tatsuda from The ARC of King County helping make sense of it all.

Networking and collaboration start at 6:30pm, followed by a brief business meeting at 7pm and then the presenter. Meetings adjourn by 8:30pm.

The meeting will be held in the Ballinger Room at the Shoreline Center, 18560 1st Ave. NE (same complex as school district offices and the Spartan Rec Center).

Anyone interested in the work of this chapter is invited to join.

We work to foster communication and collaboration among parents, students, teachers, schools and the community to support Shoreline School District students with special needs.

More info here and on Facebook


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Community provides feedback on Bike Plan Implementation Project

Sunday, November 13, 2016

On October 18, the City held an open house for the Bike Plan Implementation project. Approximately 35 people, ranging from high school students to seniors, attended, providing feedback on the project proposals. The primary feedback was:
  • Concern about parking removal associated with the proposed bike lanes on 25th Ave NE in front of Kellogg Middle School, and Shorecrest High School
  • Wanting bike facilities/ a road diet on Richmond Beach Road west of 8th Ave NW 
  • Wanting better separation for bicyclist along the major east-west routes (185th, 155th, 175th, 145th)

As a result of the feedback and further analysis, bike lanes for 25th Ave NE will not be implemented as part of the current Bike Plan Implementation Project.


Instead, the City will implement bike facilities on 5th Ave NE from NE 155th St to NE 175th and on 8th Ave from NW 195th St to NW 205th St as outlined in the City of Shoreline’s 2011 Transportation Master Plan and the 2014 Bike Master plan.

The decision to remove the planned bike lanes on 25th Ave NE from the current project does not mean 25th Ave NE will not receive bike lanes in the future.

According to Public Works staff, "We have heard the public’s concerns and we will take more time to analyze 25th Ave NE to determine if there is a solution that would adequately address the public’s concerns as we work together to build out Shoreline’s Transportation Master Plan.

Learn more about the Bike Plan Implementation Project here or contact Capital Projects Manager John Ricardi at jricardi@shorelinewa.gov or 206-801-2420.



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