Karaoke Bingo January 13 at Senior Center - reserve now

Thursday, December 22, 2016


Make your reservations online for the January 13 karaoke bingo night at the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center. Or you can walk in to the Senior Center and sign up at the front desk.




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Scholarships available for Western Swing musical instruction

Scholarships are available for Western Swing musical instruction, January - April 2017.

All ages are welcome!

There will be six hours of small group instruction in guitar, fiddle, mandolin, vocal, dobro, dance, singing, and other.

Instruction is under the leadership of local, established music instructors. The culminating experience will be playing together (all students) as a Western Swing band at a dance.

You must commit to all hours -- times and location will be negotiated with the instructors. The application is attached as a photo, or go to the website.



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AG sues man who used fake business to trick women into sex

Attorney General Bob Ferguson Wednesday filed a consumer protection lawsuit against a man who for nearly a decade engaged in an elaborate scheme, using a fictional business and promises of employment, to deceive women into posing for nude photos and having sex with him.

In the complaint filed late yesterday in King County Superior Court, Michael-Jon Matthew “Matt” Hickey is accused of multiple violations of the Washington Consumer Protection Act and the Commercial Electronic Mail Act.

The complaint alleges Hickey created an elaborate business enterprise that offered and advertised
Stwalley Facebook profilecommercial services solely for his personal gain and sexual gratification, never attempting or intending to follow through on the promised services.

“This is one of the most egregious scams I’ve seen as Attorney General,” Ferguson said. “Beyond the monetary damage his victims suffered pursuing the defendant’s fictional job opportunities, they endured emotional trauma and unconscionable loss of privacy through his deception.”

Hickey posed as a woman named Deja Stwalley, contacting women via social media sites claiming to run a “woman-owned” talent recruiting company called New Seattle Talent, and offering to connect women with high-paying jobs in the adult entertainment industry.

Hickey, however, had no intention of helping these women find jobs. He created a fake business in order to convince his victims to pose for nude photos and have sex with him as part of a phony “audition” process.

Beyond the Stwalley profile, which was deliberately cultivated with more than 1,000 friends, Hickey further created a veil of legitimacy with fake business websites, email addresses and a Google Voice number with a Las Vegas area code.

Hickey identified young women between the ages of 17 and 25 on Facebook, contacting them through Stwalley’s profile and presenting them with an opportunity to audition for a local indie/alternative adult film studio. Stwalley assured many women that they “TOTALLY have the look they’re going for” and could earn anywhere from $1,200 to $3,500 a day. To be considered for these upcoming opportunities, all they needed to do was “audition with one of our specially chosen ‘hunks’.”

All auditions were conducted by Hickey, often at his apartment or a Seattle hotel.

The audition was a three-step process. First, prospective actresses underwent a “job interview” that included presenting a driver’s license and answering a series of questions that served to “figure out what kinds of work you’re interest in doing, sexual preferences, prior experience, and so on.”

Hickey, posing as Stwalley’s photographer, often read these questions aloud from a typed questionnaire form. He then wrote down the verbal responses and asked women to sign the bottom of the questionnaire. Hickey misled women into signing a photo release contract that claimed that the nude photos were “for the purposes of scouting proofs and reference material for employment only.”

In fact, Hickey used these photos for his own purposes, and to this day, the photos still appear online.

After the job interview, the women participated in a nude photo shoot with Hickey. Stwalley and New Seattle Talent described these photos as “mug shots” that are sent to “studio producers and videographers to see what they’ve got to work with.”

Victims described Hickey as professional and focused during the shoot. One woman told investigators Hickey gave her direction and seemingly professional feedback during the shoot, telling her what kind of photos producers in the adult entertainment industry are looking for. Hickey even paused during the photo shoot to “send photos to Deja,” who Hickey said responded that the photos were looking good.

Finally, prospective actresses auditioned by having sex with Hickey. “Stwalley” told women that the sex was an “attitude test” necessary to secure jobs. Stwalley explained that Hickey’s written review of each woman’s sexual performance would be included in her talent portfolio.

After the audition, Hickey would string victims along for months, even years. Hickey — as Stwalley — told women, “I got a bite for you” and “I have a ton of producers for you to meet.” Stwalley even named specific film studios that she claimed had reviewed the woman’s audition materials and “liked the photos.” Hickey often used these fake claims of interest to schedule additional photo shoots.

In reality, Hickey never made any effort to find work for his victims, and he had no contacts or experience in the adult entertainment industry.

Hickey also created a second fake profile named Chrissy Baaten to serve as an endorsement of Stwalley and her business. That profile was registered with the email address fakegirl@matthickey.com.

Baaten wrote to one woman, “I’m in the industry. Deja hooked me up last year AND I LOVE IT.”

ThroughChrissy Baaten messages this fake account Hickey assured women that they could make considerable money working with Stwalley. Baaten also told women that they should be taking photos with Hickey “every six months at least.”

The complaint asks the court to order Hickey to stop his deceptive practices, provide restitution to victims and impose civil penalties of up to $2,000 per violation. Each unfair or deceptive act Hickey committed in furtherance of his “business” could constitute a separate Consumer Protection Act violation.

Once Hickey has been served with the complaint, he will have 30 days to respond.

Assistant Attorneys General Andrea Alegrett and Leilani Fisher are handling the case.

If you believe you are a victim of this scam or have been contacted by Matt Hickey posing as someone else online, please contact investigator Charlann Schakel at 206-389-3850 or at

Complaints related to this case or other consumer issues can also be filed here.



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Jobs: Transportation Tech 3 in training - Survey & R/W Tech

WSDOT ShorelineTransportation Tech 3 in training - Survey and R/W Tech

This skilled individual will be involved on all levels of the survey crew, from training other crew members, to collecting data and performing survey calculations. An effective communicator is needed in this position, as this individual will prepare information, documentation, and materials for the Survey Office and will often collaborate with Design and Construction staff, the general public and others.

Full description and application here



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Shoreline Fire collect lots of toys for local children

Shoreline Fire collected a room full of toys
for the Holiday Gift Baskets

Shoreline Fire reports an "Incredible day!"

This was this morning before the parents and caregivers came and got to pick out presents for their children. Thank you to all the volunteers and thanks so much to our generous community for great gifts and monetary donations. It was much appreciated! Our hearts are full!

The fire department collects toys for the Holiday Gift Basket program - a consortium of local groups that provide food, toys, and gift cards for families in need.

The fire department provides toys for every children under middle school age and helps distribute them during the event, which took place Sunday, December 18.



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Jobs: City of Shoreline

City of Shoreline has two new recreation positions open.

  Position     Emp. Type     Salary     Closing Date   
Engineer II - Capital ProjectsFull-Time Regular$85,634.00 - $104,187.00 AnnuallyContinuous
IT System AnalystFull-Time Regular$85,634.00 - $104,187.00 Annually 
Lifeguard/Swim InstructorExtra Help Variable Hour$13.13 - $14.85 HourlyContinuous
NEW! Specialized Recreation Specialist (On-Ca...Extra Help Variable Hour$14.34 - $16.22 HourlyContinuous
Swim InstructorExtra Help Variable Hour$11.50 - $13.01 HourlyContinuous
NEW! Teen Program Leader (year-round) Extra H...Extra Help Variable Hour$13.13 - $14.85 HourlyContinuous

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Christmas lights: Handcrafted wonderland

Photo by Janet Way

Photo by Janet Way

Photo by Janet Way

Photo by Janet Way

I suspect that this display, at 6th NE, south of 152nd in Ridgecrest, has to be seen in person.

Photographer Janet Way has provided some close-up details, but there is so much going on that a photograph can't capture.

Santa and his reindeer are taking off into the sky, while teddy bears, nutcrackers, Christmas trees, candy canes, and trains are on the ground. Angels sit atop trees.

Obviously a labor of love, the displays are handcrafted over decades.




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Last Farmers Market of the year bustles with activity

"Simply Preserves" had a large selection of air plants
and bamboos to choose from.

Photos by Jerry Pickard

Third Place Commons filled the halls with Christmas spirit as it held its last Farmers Market and Craft Show of the year on Sunday, December 18 in Lake Forest Park. Market vendors took over the Commons upstairs and craft vendors lined the downstairs hallway.

Brenna Durnin and Drew Newman from London UK

Musicians played. The "Milner Family Fiddles" entertained from the 3rd Place Commons Stage. "Soulcem Acoustic Duo" entertained on the lower level. Brenna Durnin and Drew Newman are a London, UK Based duo.

Santa is at Town Center

Santa did a brisk business taking pictures with families.

Joyce Enrody of "The Beekeaper's Secret" was having a good day.

The "Pink Polkadots" junior orthopedic guild girls sold handmade Christmas cards and took donations for their cancer research fund. Victor Obrastoff of Kamuela, Hawaii brought "The Write Stuff" to LFP with his handcrafted pens.

Amy Herring sold crocheted items

"half-caff Crochet's Amy Herring sold crocheted items. 

Pam Wilmot had a nice selection of llama wool items from her "Heart of Dreams Alpacas" ranch. Her llamas are a popular attraction at the summer markets.



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Lake Forest Park residents can register for Winter recreation programs Friday, Jan 6

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

LFP Early Registration for Winter Recreation Programs with City of Shoreline begins Friday, January 6

Live in Lake Forest Park? Interested in recreation?

Take advantage of recreation programs offered through the City of Shoreline.

Lake Forest Park residents are eligible for a 24-hour early registration period prior to the start of each season’s programs plus an 8% discount on all program fees (not rentals) through the entire year! 

Winter 2017 early registration for Lake Forest Park Residents is Friday, January 6, 2017 at 12:01am online and 8:00am in person.

To receive notices of the early registration dates, sign up for reminders through the City’s website, Facebook and Twitter.

Remember to sign up with Shoreline Parks and Recreation department registration system, it’s free, easy, and instant! Simply go here and follow the instructions to set up your account.

Recreation Guide



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Preview local preschools at Shoreline Community College event Jan 28

North Preschool Preview

Saturday, January 28, 2017
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Shoreline Community College is partnering with Parent Map for a preview of area preschools. Nearly 20 local preschools will be at the college with information for parents who are shopping for a place for their children.

16101 Greenwood Ave. N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Indoor Event + Free Parking 

Other child-related organizations will be present, as well, with information about their services.

Local preschools will be part of the event

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Screenagers and The Biology of Stress documentaries to be screened by westside secondary PTSAs

The west side secondary PTSAs are screening a couple of must-see documentaries in early 2017; these events are open to the community, inexpensive, informative, and thought-provoking.


Einstein PTSA is excited to bring Screenagers to the west side!
Tuesday, January 10, 6:30 pm, Einstein Middle School Cafeteria, 19343 3rd Ave NW

Tickets are $5 and available online now. Tickets will also be available at the door.

After showing to a packed house on the east side last year, our community asked for an opportunity to experience it as well. This documentary showing is open to our entire community; please join us as we collectively explore the impact that screen time has on our young people.

Watch the Movie Trailer


Shorewood PTSA and the Shoreline Movie Community Group is excited to be showing Resilience: The Biology of Stress and The Science of Hope 

Sunday, March 12, 2017, at 4pm, at the Shoreline Center Auditorium, 18560 1st Ave NE, north end of campus.

Whether you’re a parent, teacher or neighbor, help build resilience by creating the external structure that helps create a positive, caring and nurturing environment for our teens to achieve their full potential!

Watch the trailer here

Tickets $5 per adult; students free.
Advance tickets can be purchased here. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

For more information, questions or requests, contact Leslie Ray at 206-293-6825.



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Shoreline United Methodist Church Christmas Eve services 7pm


14511 25th Ave NE, corner of 145th St and 25th NE
Shoreline 98155

Please join us for our Christmas Eve service at 7pm, December 24th.
We would also like to invite you to Christmas Day service at 10:30am.


Update: time is 7pm

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Updating the construction stormwater permit to prevent pollution from concrete

Clipart by eternaltyro

To help prevent pollution and protect water quality, the Washington Department of Ecology is updating its construction stormwater permit that it issues to developers.

Updates to the permit clarify the threshold for how much recycled concrete on a site requires stormwater monitoring. Rainwater runoff from recycled concrete can be corrosive and harmful to aquatic life.

There are also new specifics about areas where wet, unhardened concrete may be washed from equipment. Concrete drums cannot be washed over soils and concrete washout must be kept away from low-impact development areas, which are designed to keep stormwater from leaving a site.

Before the permit changes become official, the public has the opportunity to review and comment through Feb. 10, 2017. Ecology will hold an online workshop and public hearing at 1pm, February 6. 

The permit covers approximately 2,300 construction sites across Washington. The changes settle an appeal of the permit by interest groups from the building and concrete industries.

For more information and to join the online meeting, visit Ecology’s website or contact Amy Moon.



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Christmas Eve service at Richmond Beach Congregational UCC


All are welcome!
1512 NW 195th St
at the corner of 15th Ave NW and NW Richmond Beach Rd



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Give peas a chance - beet hunger year round

Information from Hannah Johnson, Public Health Insider

With New Years’ resolution season looming, you might be thinking of ways to be healthier in 2017.

This year, we’d like to ask you to take it one step further: make a resolution to help others be healthier too.

Public Health is partnering with the emergency food system to bring healthier foods to food banks, and we need your help!

Every holiday season, food banks receive thousands of pounds in donated foods, but many donations are high in salt, sugar, and fat, ingredients notorious for their links to diet-related diseases like hypertension and diabetes.

What’s more, donations slow down after the holidays. You can help by continuing to donate healthy food throughout the year.

Shoreline Hopelink's food bank always appreciates protein sources, such as peanut butter (get the kind with no sugar added). 15809 Westminster Way N, Shoreline 98133, 206-440-7300.

Here is a general list to get you started:

Vegetables

    Canned vegetables (low sodium)
    Canned tomato products (low sodium)
    Canned white or sweet potatoes (in water)
    Potato flakes (no additives)
    Canned soups (low sodium)
    Salsa

Fruits

    Canned fruit (in water or juice)
    Applesauce (no sugar added)
    Dried fruits, raisins
    100% fruit leather
    Low sugar fruit spreads

Grains

    Rice, brown or white
    Whole grain pastas or noodles
    Whole grain or bran cereals (low sugar)
    Oats or oatmeal (plain)
    Bulgur or polenta
    Whole grain crackers (reduced fat)
    Granola bars
    Graham or animal crackers
    Pretzels

Dairy

    Powdered milk
    Shelf stable milk or soy milk (in a box)

Poultry/Fish/Beans/Nuts

    Chicken or turkey (canned)
    Canned tuna or salmon in water
    Canned beans (low sodium)
    Dried peas, beans or lentils
    Canned stews
    Unsalted nuts
    Peanut butter

Oils

     Olive or canola oils
     Cooking Spray

Of course, one of the best things you can donate is money. Hopelink can put your money with other donations and take advantages of bulk buying to stretch your dollars.



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Christmas Lights: An elegant beauty in Innis Arden

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

This home at the corner of Springdale and 188th in Innis Arden has an elegant mix of white, red, and multi-colored lights.



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Wreaths placed on veterans' graves at Evergreen Washelli

Wreaths on veterans' graves at Evergreen Washelli
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

On Saturday December 17, 1.2 million remembrance wreaths were placed on veterans' graves in 1228 national cemeteries across the country.

The Wreaths Across America program started 25 years ago when 5000 wreaths were placed at the Arlington National Cemetery.

After a brief ceremony, 1350 wreaths were placed on veterans' graves at Evergreen Washelli Memorial Park in North Seattle.



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Shorewood basketball bests Lakewood Tuesday

SW girls basketball vs Lakewood
At Shorewood High School
Final score SW 50 LW 37

Photos by Wayne Pridemore


Shorewood's senior center, Taryn Shelly, towers above the defense and puts in two. Taryn will play basketball for Washington State next year.


Thunderbird Ledia Musye, number 29, reaches for a rebound.


Shorewood's Jalyn Hizey splits the defenders on her way to the basket.




  

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Frank Workman on Sports: A letter to Santa

Dear Santa -

Sixty years ago I last wrote you a letter, and you brought me the 'Davy Crockett and The Alamo' toy set that I wanted so much.

No present from you ever topped that one back when I was 6.

Tonight I write you with an entirely different request.

I am a fan of High School sports. I attend upwards of 75 games and meets each school year.

What I want isn't so much for me as they're wishes I have for others.

To start with, I would like it very much if you could bring speedy and complete recoveries to the athletes who have recently suffered season-ending injuries. 

(Do you even stock rebuilt Anterior Cruciate Ligaments at the North Pole?) If I never hear another player crying out, in both pain and heartache in a hushed gymnasium or on a soccer field, that'd be just fine with me.

Maybe there's a book on your shelves you could give to coaches - a book that would give them the patience, tact, understanding and compassion to better deal with the athletes' parents, particularly the ones who think they know more than the coaches do, whether they played the game or just watch it on TV. Their second-guessing of the coaches (especially in front of their kids) undermines the coach's authority and tears at the fabric of the team.

While you're scanning your bookshelves, maybe there's one that would give perspective to those parents who have forgotten that the games their children are playing are just that --- games --- their kid's games, and not theirs, at that.

Long after the final scores have faded from memory, the lessons that were learned and the relationships that were forged along the way are what will shape their character for the rest of their lives.

Too many parents seem to show up angry at games, and they can't wait to yell at somebody (usually the refs) over the slightest provocation. 
It's as if they don't appreciate just how much fun it is watching their kids play - what a gift it is.  Could you please check your medicine cabinet for something along the lines of a chill-pill for them?

And I've got an idea for those team-sports parents who only cheer for their own sons or daughters, not the team.  How about a nice tennis racket or some golf clubs for their kids. Those are individual sports, and the parents would be forgiven for rooting only for their own kids.

Actually, Santa, I think it would be a lot to ask for you to deliver just one of these presents, much less all of them.

Even if you could, it still wouldn't top Davy Crockett.

Thank you for everything.

Frank Workman



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St. David Emmanuel holiday services

Tuesday, December 20, 2016


ST. DAVID EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH
INVITES EVERYONE TO JOIN THIER HOLIDAY SERVICES
18842 MERIDIAN AVE. N
SHORELINE

ADVENT, CHRISTMAS, EPIPHANY
SCHEDULE




SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24 – 9:30 p.m.

Caroling followed by

Christmas Eve Eucharist


SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25
1 Service only 9:00 a.m.
Eucharist (no music)

SUNDAY, JANUARY 1
1 Service only at 9 a.m.
Lessons and Carols and Eucharist

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8
8  and 10 a.m.  Observe Epiphany
Epiphany cake follows 10 a.m. service





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Graduation ceremony for 24 new female hockey players

Graduation Day for 24 new female ice hockey players
Photo courtesy Washington Wild

Western Washington Female Hockey Association - Washington Wild held a graduation ceremony on-ice for the 24 brand new female hockey players at Highland Ice Arena.

Each graduating player received a certificate and mini-hockey stick for completing either Beginner Hockey 1 or Hockey 2 class. The players were successful in achieving specific skating and hockey skills, while having a blast each Sunday morning on the ice.

The next Girls' Try Hockey for Free event, where girls can get on the ice for the first time, learn a few basic skating and hockey skills, is January 8th at 2pm at Highland. No skating experience needed, or equipment.

More information here about the Try Hockey for Free event and to register (session fills fast):

The next Girls' Beginner Hockey 1 or 2 class starts January 15th and run 10 weeks. More information and registration here.




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Children's Center closed Wednesday

Due to continued plumbing repairs, the Shoreline Children’s Center will be closed for a second day, Wednesday, December 21.

There will be no preschool, childcare or winter break activities at the Children’s Center Wednesday. A decision will be made by 4pm Wednesday regarding the status for Thursday.



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Give to those in need - donate blood Tuesday in LFP

Time for giving to those in need!

Blood Drive in Lake Forest Park

Tuesday, December 27
LFP Town Center, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way
11am – 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm)

The Windermere Northlake Real Estate Office has opened their doors and parking lot to Bloodworks Northwest for the Tuesday, December 27th blood drive.

There’s convenient parking between the Windermere office at 17711 Ballinger Way NE and the Forest Park Bar and Grill on the upper level of the Town Center.

Windermere is serving refreshments to say “thanks” to those donating blood. Feel free to stop by their office!

Your donation is a gift of life to people in need. Consider taking a few minutes of your time on Tuesday, December 27th.

Appointments are recommended but drop ins welcome. You can register online for an appointment, or call 1-800-398-7888.



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Park Ridge Care donates $1000 to Shoreline's crime prevention programs

Amanda Mackey of Park Ridge presents $1000 check
to Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts

Park Ridge Care Center, 1250 NE 145th St, Shoreline, presented a $1000 check to Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts on December 15, to help the City in its crime prevention efforts.

The donation was the idea of facility director Donna Markley. The Center has been looking for ways to be more involved in the greater community. Markley had heard about police work to connect with high school students and wanted to help.

Mayor Roberts spoke to the assembled group about current City projects and activities.

Park Ridge Community recently completed a holiday toy drive with the Seafair Pirates, and a food drive. Over 100 pounds of food was donated to Safeway for their food drive, according to marketing team member Amanda Mackey.



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