Home sales in Lake Forest Park during December 2016

Sunday, January 8, 2017

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




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Mister Rogers' sweater drive - help a neighbor in need

Help those in need this winter by donating new or gently worn sweaters, coats and cold-weather gear to KCTS 9's 20th annual Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive, running from Friday, January 13 through Sunday, February 12.

The donated items will benefit Wellspring Family Services, Queen Anne Helpline and Northwest Center.

Look for the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive collection bin at any PCC Natural Markets location or Sound Credit Union location in Western Washington; or drop your items off at KCTS 9's Seattle Center studio. All new or gently used adult and children’s sweaters and coats will be accepted.

  • PCC is at Westgate in Edmonds at the corner of Edmonds Way and 100th. 9803 Edmonds Way, Edmonds, WA 98020.
  • Sound Credit Union is at 16330 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

KCTS 9 is also partnering with Uber to help those in need by making it easy to donate new or gently worn sweaters, coats and cold-weather gear at the touch of a button!

On Saturday, February 11, Uber users can log into the app and request 'Donate' at the bottom of their screen. A driver will then be scheduled to pick up the donated clothing and deliver it directly to a local donation center – all for free!

“All of us, at some time or other, need help,” said Fred Rogers. “Whether we’re giving or receiving a sweater, each one of us has something valuable to bring to this world. That’s one of the things that connects us as neighbors—in our way, everyone is a giver and receiver."

KCTS 9 kicks off the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive this year with a free Be My Neighbor Day party on Friday, January 13 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm at the KCTS 9 studios, 401 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA 98109.

To participate in the Be My Neighbor Day party, guests may register on our Eventbrite page. Registration will begin on Saturday, January 7 at 10:00 am. Guests should bring a new or lightly used sweater to donate, or make a cash donation to the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive. Visit our website for details.

Fred Rogers began the sweater drive and inspired its spirit of generosity and neighborliness for six years before he passed away in 2003. KCTS 9 is honored to continue the program in his memory. Last year's Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive collected more than 7,500 sweaters and coats!

The Be My Neighbor Day party was made possible by Vroom (Bezos Family Foundation).



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Photo: Pruned tree

Photo by Steve Fiske


The street trees pruned by Seattle City Light look even more dramatic in the winter, without foliage. This photo by Steve Fiske was taken at 170th and Meridian.

City Light is proud that they are following national guidelines for pruning. Anecdotally the pruned trees are weakened and prone to disease and usually end up being cut down.

The real problem is the well-intentioned King county street tree program before Shoreline incorporation, that put in all the wrong varieties of trees. Now that they are mature they are interfering with power lines (and causing power outages) and cracking and raising the sidewalks.

We ran a story about the pruning program last year. Read it here.



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BALNA neighborhood meeting and potluck Jan 9

Saturday, January 7, 2017


Join us for BALNA's January neighborhood meeting + potluck
Monday, Jan 9, 2017
6:45 - 8:30 pm
North City Water District
1519 NE 177th St, Shoreline

Join the Ballinger Neighborhood Association's (BALNA) first neighborhood meeting of 2017.

This meeting will start at 6:45pm with a light potluck and social time, then kick into our 'business' of updates and planning for 2017.

BALNA meetings are held at the North City Water District, 1519 NE 177th St, Shoreline.

More information about BALNA, along with agendas and minutes from prior meetings are available on our website.

Ballinger Neighborhood Association (BALNA) is an organization of neighbors existing solely to benefit our community, seeking to capture the best of community life, believing that neighbors need neighbors, and embracing our urban diversity and all who call the Ballinger Neighborhood "Home."



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32nd Democrats learn how to lobby on Jan 11

The first 2017 meeting of the 32nd District Democrats is Wednesday January 11th, 7pm at the Shoreline Masonic Center, 753 N 185th in Shoreline 98133

Join the 32nd District Democrats at the January 11th, 7pm Monthly Meeting and Learn how to Lobby in Olympia!

This training is going to touch on how to use our power to talk with our representatives in Olympia during this and future legislative sessions to push for our platform, our values and your specific ideas.
 
We will also hear information about the upcoming Shoreline School Bond vote Feb 14, 2017 and start a new 2017 tradition of open microphone time from 6:40pm - 6:55pm - members get 3 minutes to share thoughts!

The 32nd District includes Shoreline and parts of Seattle, Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, and Lynnwood.



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Special meeting for those interested in volunteering with the 46th District Democrats

The 46th District Democrats will hold their 2017 reorganization meeting, electing board members, on January 19th.

Because of the demand for information about the positions, they will be hosting an open house and presentation on the morning of Saturday, January 14th at 10:30am.

This will be an opportunity to hear more about serving on the Board, volunteering with the district, and rebuilding the Democratic party in our region.

With all of the new folks looking to get involved, we thought this would be a good way to get to know not only the work to be done but also each other.

All of the Executive Board positions will be up for a vote at the re-organization in the evening of Thursday, January 19th.

If you're considering running, are interested in getting involved, or would just like to meet some of your fellow Dems, please join us on Saturday.

This event is in no way a requirement in order to run for the Board or be involved in the future -- we just thought it best to provide some more information for those looking.

RSVP here or on Facebook.

Saturday, January 14th at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Romios Pizza and Pasta
12360 Lake City Way NE #150
Seattle, WA 98125

The 46th District includes Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, and NE Seattle.



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Recipes: Teriyaki Steak and Cold Noodle Salad


Teriyaki Steak and Cold Noodle Salad

Ingredients

  • 4 (6- to 8-ounce) steaks, your favorite cut 
  • 1 1/2 cups your favorite teriyaki sauce, divided 
  • 1 pound fresh Asian-style noodles, or soba or spaghetti noodles cooked al-dente (some fresh noodles require only rinsing) 
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil 
  • 1/2 teaspoon Asian hot chili sauce (or to taste) 
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth 
  • 1/2 cup each shredded cabbage and carrot (or substitute 1 cup packaged cole slaw mix) 
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion 
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds 

Directions

Place steaks in a large, zip-top plastic bag.
Add 1 cup teriyaki sauce and seal bag, squeezing out as much air as possible. Lay flat and marinate for 20-30 minutes, flipping bag over halfway through.
Toss prepared noodles with sesame oil and set aside. In a small saucepan, stir together remaining 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce, chili sauce, peanut butter and chicken broth. Stir over low heat until just smooth and well combined.
In a large salad bowl, toss together noodles, cabbage and carrots. Dress with teriyaki-peanut mixture and toss. Remove steaks from marinade and grill to desired doneness. Rest for 5 minutes. Thinly slice steaks and serve over noodle salad, topped with green onions and sesame seeds.


Recipe from Central Market Mill Creek - Culinary Resource Center
Some products may not be available at all stores.

Central Market Shoreline, 15505 Westminster Way N, Shoreline, WA 98133


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Tickets still available for Physical Poetry on Jan 13-14

From 2015 performance
Photo by John Freitag
Tickets are still available for performances of Physical Poetry next Friday and Saturday 7:30pm at the Shorecrest Performing Arts Center.

Exciting, heart-stopping, foot-stomping featuring dance forms and styles from companies all over the Northwest including TAP, TANGO, HIP HOP, MODERN, JAZZ, CHA CHA, TAHITIAN, SPOKEN WORD, STEP, AND MORE.

Experience two spectacular evenings on Friday and Saturday, packed with amazing talent from the Greater Seattle Area. This is a family friendly event.

The show features ten different dance groups, including the award-winning Shorecrest Hip-Hop team, in the beautiful Shorecrest center.

Shorecrest Theatre, 15343 25th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Tickets are available for both performances and are still at the advance price through Brown Paper Tickets. Order online and pick up at the box office.



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Fire calls week ending Jan 1

Boat fire, 200th block Greenwood
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
On January 4, 2017 Shoreline Fire was called to extinguish a boat fire in the 20000 block of Greenwood Ave N.

With all the water, the street became an ice rink, but Shoreline City Customer Response Team (CRT) salted and sanded to make it safer.

Fire calls for week ending January 1, 2017

Calls for the last week of the year to New Year's Day included a residential fire in the 16200 block of Corliss. Quickly extinguished without injuries. Cause is unknown at this time.

Aid - 99
Aid Non-Emergency - 23
Patient Assist - 1
MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 3
CMT (Community Medicine Team) - 8
Medic - 58
MVA Medic - 1
Cardiac Arrest - 2
AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 12
Service Call - 1 (CO & Smoke Chirping)
Smoke Commercial - 1
Flooding Minor - 1
Electrical Odor - 1
Dumpster Fire - 1
Confirmed Fire Residence - 1



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Photo: Frozen art

Photo by Wayne Pridemore

The weather is creating its own art, in conjunction with the fountain in the courtyard at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N.

Photo by Wayne Pridemore

It has been slightly different every day, as the temperature changes. On Wednesday night, the water was still bubbling up out of the fountain. Friday morning, the fountain was completely frozen.

If you have never been to courtyard at City Hall, it's the best part of City Hall. You can access it from the Veterans' Memorial.

Advance warning: there are bodies in the bushes.

DKH



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Pirate Night - Shorewood basketball defeats Everett

It was Pirate Night for the Shorewood pep band

Photo essay by Wayne Pridemore

It was pirate night for the Shorewood pep band as they entertained the fans before tip-off. The game was hosted by Shorewood as the girls basketball team played Everett.

Shorewood won 51 - 37. It is unclear what influence the pirates had on the outcome.


The flute section certainly did not look threatening. They were all smiles and ready to go.



Shorewood's Bella Hotham takes the ball to the hoop for two.


At halftime Shorewood's cheer squad performed a dance routine for the fans. Watching over the squad is Vicki Gorman who is the school's athletic director and has been the cheer squad advisor for many years.


Thunderbird Taryn Shelly puts up a jumper from inside the key for a basket.



Katie Taylor, Shorewood junior, grabs the rebound under the offensive basket.





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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Defrostie



Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter can be found under Features 
in the first column of the front page of the Shoreline Area News



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Continuing Education: Learn to write screenplays

Featured Bridges to Shoreline Winter Course


Writing for the Screen, Video and TV
$25.00
Join screenwriter and author, Wendy Haber for this comprehensive and unique writing course!
Students will have all the tools and resources needed to get started with a screenplay. It's your choice to actively engage and to become part of the process so your dream of writing a screenplay can become a reality.

Key topics:
  • The writing process and interviews of screenwriters
  • Formatting the screenplay
  • Creating complex characters, the story arc and building a scene
  • The language of screenplays and creating a writing space
  • Editing and revising, setting a writing schedule and dialogue
  • The first 10 pages of the screenplay
  • The ending, the middle, creating conflict, dissecting scenes and screenplays, and the movie business.

Answering questions and giving additional resources to students are tailored to everyone's interests and add fluidity to make each class unique.

6:00-9:00 p.m. Wednesdays
Start date: 2/15/17 - End date: 3/1/17
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N
Building 1100, Room 1101
Instructor: Haber, W
 P-CAR 225 - Item 6923

For more information or to register, contact Ron Carnell by Email or phone 206-533-6706.

Office Hours
  • Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm
  • Friday 8am - 4:30pm


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Third Annual Kenmore "State of the City" Chamber Luncheon Jan 18

Join the Bothell Chamber of Commerce and Kenmore Business Alliance for the third annual Kenmore "State of the City" Chamber Luncheon.

Featured speaker Kenmore City Manager, Rob Karlinsey, will talk about all of the major changes and upcoming activities in Kenmore.

The event will take place on Wednesday, January 18, from 11:00am to 1:30pm at the Inglemoor Golf Club, 6505 Inglewood Road NE.

More information and tickets here



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Driftwood Players offer scholarships for theatrical arts students

Edmonds Driftwood Players425-774-9600), a nonprofit community theater, will award scholarships of $500-$3,500 each to deserving students for Fall 2017.

Scholarships can be used toward tuition at any college or university in the US.

Student eligibility rules:
  • Be a graduating high school senior or currently attending college
  • Have a permanent residence (usually where parents reside) in South Snohomish or King Counties
  • Have demonstrated talent in the theatrical arts (performing or technical areas) and intend to study theater in college 

Deadline for Application is April 14, 2017 (applications must be postmarked April 14, 2017).

Applicants are required to submit the following documentation to be considered for a scholarship award:
  • Applicant name, current address, phone number, and e-mail address. If a minor-parent/guardian name(s) and address(s) are also required.
  • Name of your current school and counselor or advisor
  • A list of high school or college extracurricular activities, and any awards or honors received.
  • Intended college for fall 2017
  • A letter of recommendation from your school's drama teacher or other theater mentor.
  • An essay of 300-500 words about your interest in theater arts and what you plan to study in college
  • Transcripts of grades, including the 1st semester of senior year or latest quarter/semester of college. 
  • Date of awards ceremonies at your high school (if applicable). 

Recipients will be selected by an evaluation of the above information. All of the above information is required. Incomplete submissions will not be considered for awards.

Send Application Documents postmarked by April 14, 2017 to:

Edmonds Driftwood Players
Attn: Scholarship Committee
PO Box 385
Edmonds, WA 98020



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Swing into the New Year at Third Place Commons starting Saturday



It may be cold outside this month, but you can head to Third Place Commons to warm up with Swing into the New Year, a month-long big band and swing music series! Enjoy classic tunes from the swing era, beloved melodies from the great American songbook, and rousing vocals on all your favorite standards every Saturday in January.

The series begins this Saturday, January 7th at 7:30pm with the vintage jazz of Miss Rose and Her Rhythm Percolators. This trio’s playful repertoire harkens back to the gilded age of flappers and speakeasies with a fun-filled set lively enough to send you spinning across the dance floor faster than you can say “Charleston.”

Miss Rose
Then be sure to mark your calendar and join the fun all month long with the Swingnuts on January 14th, Sophisticated Swing Band on January 21st, and the Moonlight Swing Orchestra on January 28th.

Of course, Friday nights are always a good time at the Commons as well, and this month is no exception. Check out these great acts each Friday in January:

· Jan. 6 – Honky Tonk Sweethearts (Country/Rockabilly)

· Jan. 13 - Mark Whitman Band (Blues)

· Jan. 20 - Cara Francis (Vocal Jazz)

· Jan. 27 - Brazz (Brazilian/Jazz)

All Friday and Saturday night musical performances begin at 7:30pm.

Like every event at Third Place Commons, these fantastic, all-ages performances are free and open to everyone. So head to the Commons this month to let the beloved melodies of yesteryear (along with some modern classics) warm your heart on even the coldest nights of the year. And of course, dancing is always welcome at the Commons, so take a swirl across the dance floor to get your blood pumping, too. You won’t want winter to end!

Third Place Commons is 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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Ferries go to winter schedule - Tween art contest for next schedule


Winter ferry schedule sails in this weekend and your child could be next season’s star!

Starting Sunday, January 8, all Washington State Ferry routes will be on the winter schedule so make sure you check times before you head to the dock.

This winter’s schedule features original art by 10-year-old Ellie Heldridge of Seattle who entered the drawing contest this fall.

Now it’s time for middle school students to show off their skills. 

Anyone in 6th through 8th grades can enter the spring contest themed: “Ferries + Puget Sound Wildlife.” 

The deadline is Wednesday, January 18. Learn more about the rules and how to enter here.



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Receive 100 hours of training on native plants in return for community work

Friday, January 6, 2017

Shelly Griner led a community project
to remove a bed of ivy from
Shoreline Park in 2009
Are you interested in learning about native plants and doing community ecological restoration? The Native Plant Stewardship Program is returning to the Washington Native Plant Society, Central Puget Sound (WNPS-CPS) Chapter!

This important program is now recognized as the Master Steward Program, in which participants receive 100 hours of training in exchange for volunteering in the community doing ecological restoration and educational outreach.

The program will be held on Fridays February 3rd through April 21st, and two Saturdays - February 18 and April 1.

Applications are due January 15th. The Master Steward Training Program will be held in the City of Shoreline at Shoreline Community College at 16101 Greenwood Ave N, and is funded largely by the City of Shoreline and King Conservation District.

Training will include:
  • plant biology and identification 
  • Puget Lowland habitat ecology 
  • ecological restoration techniques for new and established sites 
  • restoration site design 
  • project leadership and management 
  • community outreach and educational outreach techniques 
  • and much more! 

The Master Stewardship Application and information may be accessed here. Submit your interest by January 15, 2017.



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STAGES: An Exhibition staged to be photographed - at SCC Gallery


Shoreline Community College Art Gallery Presents...

STAGES
An exhibition staged to be photographed
by Caroline Kapp

JANUARY 4 - FEBRUARY 3, 2017

As an interactive component, view the finished photographs resulting from these staged panels by scanning the QR codes. Viewable online starting January 11th.*


Artist statement:

I’m a photographer who draws a lot. Most of my formal training was in painting and drawing. I see composition through a camera viewfinder just as I saw composition through a homemade cardboard viewfinder, recording a still life with charcoal or paint. What I tend to exhibit is mostly lens-based; photography, video, sometimes combined with drawing and other media. This exhibit is a departure from my usual process and medium.

Viewfinders, boxes, rectangles – these neat little consolidations of space have become integral to my thought process. My sketchbooks are filled with boxes. They act as containers to explore composition, interaction, and to realize the formalities of the idea as it transfers to the page. I delight in the edges of compositions, and the potential of what the edges mask out, as well as what they reveal to the eye.

When I visited the SCC Art Gallery for the first time, I saw the panel gallery walls as something other than empty space on which to hang a picture. I saw rectangular containers that mimic how I sketch and develop ideas.

The title concept of “STAGES” refers to what you see in the physical exhibit: one stage of my photographic process, exhibited as wall-based installations. Each panel has been staged with subject matter to be captured in-camera as a photograph.

*As an interactive component of this show, I welcome viewers to view the finished photographs resulting from these staged panels, viewable online starting January 11th. Scanning the QR codes with any smartphone reader app will take you to the finished photo and allow you to compare to the transformation from the physical exhibit “stage” you see in the gallery."

-Caroline Kapp, 2017


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Do you care about kids, instrumental music, or education?

The Shoreline Schools Music4Life Booster Club wants YOU if you care about kids, instrumental music or education.

“Interest in any of the three areas qualifies a person for the Booster Club,” says leader Ken Noreen. 
“Last year (2015-16), Music4Life provided 22 musical instruments to Shoreline Schools valued at $20,113. During the first three months, we’ve already provided 16 instruments valued at $9,400, so we’re likely to blow right past last year’s total.

Music4Life provides ready-to-play musical instruments to participating schools for students in need. School districts include Shoreline, Edmonds, Everett, Highline, Mukilteo and Seattle.

“It takes work,” Noreen says. “We have big and small tasks and operate on the principle that ‘many hands make light work.’”

He says this is important because research now shows that kids who participate in instrumental music programs tend to do better in math, science, history, literature, international languages, reading, writing, even in computer science, in addition to what it teaches in terms of teamwork and self-discipline.

The work of the Shoreline Music4Life Booster Club makes it possible for all students to participate, if they wish.

Anyone interested in the booster club may contact info@Music4Life.org.



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Scene on the Sound: covert training activity


Photos by Jan Hansen

A beautiful day on Puget Sound - except the boat in the middle of the photo seems to be on fire. Even more curious, photographer Jan Hansen says the the smoking boat didn't appear on her marine app that identifies all the boat traffic.


It was clearly some type of training exercise. The activity went on for some time, with several incidents of smoke.



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It's cold outside - prevent hypothermia in older adults

By Kathy Stewart, VP Nursing Aegis Living

Temperatures in the Seattle area are expected to hover near freezing until Friday. Even for the healthy and young, the chill can be felt through your coat as you wrap your arms around yourself to keep warm. You bundle up just to run out to the mailbox.

By U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Justin Weaver
USAF photo gallery (permalink), Public Domain,
https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2069449
We must prepare our elderly loved ones for preventing low body temperature, or hypothermia.

While normal body temperature averages 98.6 degrees, hypothermia occurs when the core body temperature drops below 95 degrees.

If you suspect your loved one has hypothermia, they must get immediate care. Winter can be an inconvenience or a nuisance for those who dislike cold weather; but for the elderly, cold weather can be a serious health hazard.

As we get older, our bodies become less efficient at regulating our body temperature
. This puts many seniors, especially those over age 75, at risk for hypothermia. What’s more, hypothermia can happen inside the walls of a loved one’s home, not just when they’re outside in the elements.

The reasons the elderly are at higher risk of hypothermia:

1. Slower metabolism. Seniors have a more difficult time maintaining a normal body temperature. Even in their home, the risk for hypothermia increases if the room temperature dips below 65 degrees.

2. Chronic medical conditions. Many common diseases among the elderly can make it more difficult for seniors to stay warm. Conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, stroke, Parkinson’s disease or an underactive thyroid can increase the risk factor.

3. Medications can affect body temperature. Some medications may change how the body regulates temperature. Antidepressants, nausea medications and some over-the-counter cold medications can make seniors more vulnerable to colder temperatures.

4. Fixed income. Seniors on a tight budget, in an effort to save money, may not use the heat or may not keep their home warm enough.

How can hypothermia be prevented inside the home?

Of course, the obvious answer is to keep the home warm with the thermostat never dipping below 65 degrees. Talk to their physician to see if their health, medical conditions or medications are putting them at greater risk for hypothermia.

Keep plenty of warm blankets and sweaters within an arm’s reach. If they have a fireplace or wood-burning stove, double check their wood supply. Be sure your loved one has a working cell phone or technology that alerts emergency response.

How can hypothermia be prevented outdoors?

When outdoors, encourage your loved one to bundle up in proper multi-layer attire to protect them from the cold, moisture and wind. We suggest they wear a warm hat since large amounts of body heat can escape through your head.

Maybe consider getting them a holiday gift of wool socks, hats, gloves, scarves and thermal-based layers for under their clothing to keep them extra warm and comfortable.

During these cold months, it’s not advised for the elderly to work outside for long periods of time. Offer to help with yard work, hire help during the winter to assist them, and offer to run errands. It is best to warm the car prior to your loved one entering the vehicle.

Many of us would not think twice about getting hypothermia on a 60-degree day, but it’s different for our aged loved ones. On a day that you might not even wear a coat, they could be at risk for hypothermia. Keep them safe!



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Sound Transit will operate special game day service for Seahawks Saturday

Sound Transit will operate special game day Sounder train service this Saturday for the 5:15 p.m. post-season game between the Seattle Seahawks and Detroit Lions.

Special Sounder service is in addition to Link light rail, ST Express and King County Metro service to and from CenturyLink Field. Light rail and bus service will operate on regular Saturday schedules.

Inbound trains from Snohomish County will depart Everett at 2:15 and 2:30pm with stops in Mukilteo and Edmonds, arriving at King Street Station at 3:14 and 3:29pm.

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

Due to possible service impacts as a result of inclement weather conditions, riders are encouraged to check for alerts prior to traveling. Riders can sign up for service alerts at soundtransit.org.

An online schedule of Sounder trains serving the Seahawks game is available here

Special Sounder service is in addition to Link light rail service to and from CenturyLink Field. Link runs three-car trains every 10 minutes on weekends and serves 16 stations including the University of Washington. Downtown Seattle Link’s Stadium station is a short walk from the stadium.

Many ST Express and King County Metro buses drop off passengers near the stadium. Link and ST Express buses will be operating on Saturday schedules, which are available here. King County Metro bus schedules are available here.

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

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

Link light rail and Sounder riders who don’t have an ORCA card can avoid lines by purchasing transit tickets through King County Metro Transit’s mobile ticket app.



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AG Bob Ferguson at Shoreline Rotary

From left: Micah Blair (president), Ken Noreen (program chair), Bob Ferguson

Text and photos by Jan Hansen

Washington State Attorney General, Bob Ferguson, is committed to communicating with our communities. He has visited over 80 of our state’s Rotary Clubs, and on January 4th he attended Shoreline Rotary. He leads a team of 600 attorneys working in divisions of consumer protection, antitrust, civil rights, and criminal justice.

On Wednesday, he specifically shared updated information on the case filed against the Grocery Manufacturers’ Association in October of 2013. Our Washington State campaign laws call for transparency. Voter Initiative 522 would have required labeling of genetically modified organisms in food sold to consumers.

The lawsuit that AG Ferguson led revealed that the GMA intentionally violated state law by shielding its members as the true source of contributions used to oppose this initiative.

As a result of the lawsuit, this last November the court ruled against GMA and ordered them to pay $18,000,000, the largest campaign finance penalty in US history. 
“I took this case to trial because the GMA needed to be held accountable for their arrogance and willful disregard for Washington State campaign finance laws, “ A.G. Ferguson said.  

Additional information was given about the situation at Hanford. Washington citizens are becoming ill as they work transferring nuclear waste to more secure tanks.

A suit was filed against the U. S. Government for failing to provide adequate worker safety by disregarding expert recommendations that would provide protection.

The U.S. response that not enough workers had become sick for the state to sue has been rejected by the court. Bob Ferguson, like David, is not afraid to take on a giant when his cause is just.



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Shoreline’s Plan for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Service (PROS Plan) Final Open House: Bringing It All Together

Echo Lake Park
Saturday, January 7, 2017
Come anytime between 10:00am to 12:00pm
Shoreline City Hall Council Chamber, 
17500 Midvale Ave N.

Join Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services staff at the final PROS Plan public open house.

It will be an opportunity to review the twelve strategic action initiatives summarizing the direction received from community input.

Over the past year, residents have provided their input, through surveys, community meetings, open houses, and comment cards, on what they want for Shoreline’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services in the future.

Saturday’s open house will provide residents with an opportunity to see the results of that input. The City has developed twelve draft strategic action initiatives designed to respond to the needs of the community. When implemented, the initiatives will make a visible and measurable difference in the parks, recreation and cultural services provided to Shoreline residents and visitors. Listed below are the action initiatives:

Strategic Action Initiatives

1. Build an Aquatics and Community Center
2. Expand Opportunities to Connect with Nature
3. Expand Recreation Facility Opportunities
4. Serve the Full Spectrum of Adult Recreation Needs
5. Ensure Adequate Park Land for Future Generations
6. Maintain, Enhance, and Protect the Urban Forest
7. Enhance Walkability In and Around Parks
8. Support Diverse Communities
9. Enhance Place-making through Public Art
10. Secure Sustainable Funding
11. Implement a Values-Based Capital Improvement Plan
12. Ensure Administrative Excellence

The full description of the twelve action initiatives will be available online next week. For more information, contact Park Project Coordinator Maureen Colaizzi at 206-801-2603.



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Reminder: Shoreline residents can recycle Christmas trees Saturday

Shoreline residents can take their Christmas trees to the collection site at Meridian Park Elementary School parking lot, 17077 Meridian Ave N (at N 175th) on Saturday, January 7, 2017 from 9am to 3pm. Free.

Remove all hooks, ornaments, tinsel, and tree stands before bringing your tree to be recycled. Flocked, artificial and garden trees, branches, wreaths, and swags will not be accepted.

If the event is cancelled or you cannot make it to the event, other options for disposal of holiday trees in Shoreline include:
  • If you have Recology CleanScapes yard debris collection, recycle your tree curbside. Cut your tree into 4 foot lengths, and place them next to your yard debris container at the curb for collection at no cost. No flocked, tinseled, or artificial trees are accepted; and trees without a yard debris cart next to them will not be collected.
  • If you have a flocked, tinseled or an artificial tree, and you have Recology CleanScapes curbside garbage collection, cut it to fit inside your garbage cart for free collection. If the tree is taller than 4 feet, cut it into 4 ft. sections, and put them next to your garbage cart for a collection cost of $4.56.
  • Recycle your tree for a cost at the Shoreline Recycling and Transfer Station at 2300 N 165 St. Call 206-477-4466 for information on rates.
  • Recycle your tree for a fee at Pacific Topsoils in North Seattle, 1212 N 107th St, Seattle, or Kenmore, 7500 NE 175th St, Kenmore. The City of Shoreline does not endorse or guarantee any services.
For questions, contact Tina Kendall, Environmental Program Specialist, at 206-801-2450.

Lake Forest Park residents can recycle their trees at Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way.


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Shorewood wrestlers open Wesco season with 45-33 victory at Lynnwood Thursday

Thursday, January 5, 2017

Nick Lotz has the advantage 2015
Photo by Wayne Pridemore
The Shorewood wrestling team opened its Wesco season with a 45-33 victory over Lynnwood Thursday.

The Thunderbirds traveled to Lynnwood Thursday for their first Wesco dual match of 2016-17.

A random draw decided that the match would begin with the 145-pound weight class. Shorewood captain Elias Thorne lost a close match to Lynnwood's Oscar Vazquez 10-6 to start the dual.

Senior Tae Thongdee responded with a first-round pin over Lynnwood's Mahyar Shahhousseini. The T-Birds ripped off 7 more wins 6 by pin to seal the match.

Next, the T-Birds host the eight-team Shoreline Invite Saturday at 8:30am.
RESULTS

    106-Nick Lotz (SW) pinned Zaune Alrobae (Lynn) 1:48
    113-Kody Carpenter (SW) pinned Zaren Pflamm (Lynn) :48
    120-Curt Tanaka (SW) pinned Derek Zaquilan (Lynn) 3:02
    126-Loule Wolde (Lynn) pinned Kellen Davis (SW) 1:32
    132-Evan Wu (Lynn) pinned Dick Street (SW)  1:10
    138-Morgan Beard (Lynn) pinned Devin Leach (SW) 1:19
    145-Vazquez (Lynn) dec. Thorne (SW) 10-6
    152-Thongdee (SW) pinned Shahhousseini (Lynn) 1:44
    160-Mark Yamane (SW) pinned Gabe Summers (Lynn) 5:03
    170-Esdras Valladares (SW) pinned George Morage (Lynn) 2:36
    182-Philip Ball (SW) pinned BenLubag (Lynn) 3:12
    195-Troy Beach (SW) dec Caleb Herr (Lynn) 4-2
    220-Brandon Hawk (Lynn) won by forfeit
    285-Frank Gougoueli (Lynn) won by forfeit.



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Richmond Beach Runners head for the Hill Challenge

From the Richmond Beach Running Club

Do the hills of Richmond Beach and Edmonds intimidate you?

Do you avoid certain runs because of the hills?

If so, make a New Year's resolution to beat the hills.

This Saturday's run, January 7, 2017, will be a Hill Challenge.

After our warm up, we'll do a time trial of sorts. We'll see how many times we can run up and down the first half of the Richmond Beach hill in 30 minutes. If it is one time, great! If it is three, great!

In three months, we'll do the challenge again with the goal of beating your own record. This is will be a great run for all ability levels and speeds. If you walk the hill this Saturday, you can run the hill in three months. That is progress!

If this sounds like a nightmare, come on out and run Upper Woodway instead ... no worries.

Stretchers be at the church at 8:00am. Non-stretchers be ready to run by 8:10am. Richmond Beach Congregational Church parking lot, 1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline 98177.



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Friday Afternoon at the Movies - Silver Cinema Project


Take in a classic film at the Senior Center this Friday from 1:30 to 4pm. 18560 1st Ave NE #1, southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus.

Film is free. Popcorn, sodas, and beer for a minimal fee.



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Public Health: Spike in King County flu cases

Flu outbreaks are increasing in local long
term care facilities. If you have a loved one
in a long term care facility, ask if their
staff have  received their flu shots this year.
By Meredith Li-Vollmer
Public Health Insider.com

Influenza is hitting hard in King County. We caught up with Dr. Jeff Duchin, Health Officer for Public Health – Seattle / King County, to get his take on the flu season so far.

What kind of levels of flu are you seeing in King County right now?

Over the past two weeks we’ve seen flu activity take off with marked increases in positive laboratory tests for flu and people seeking medical care.

The number of people seen at hospital emergency departments with flu-like illnesses to-date is more than we’ve seen at this time of year for the previous five years, but we haven’t peaked yet and I can’t predict when that will happen or how high it will be compared to other years.

We’re also tracking an increasing number of flu outbreaks in long term care facilities.

Are there any groups of people who you’re particularly concerned about getting the flu?

Certain people are at higher risk for serious illness, complications and hospitalization from the flu. These include:
  • People with asthma 
  • People with diabetes, and those with liver disorders or kidney disorders 
  • People with heart disease and those who have had a stroke 
  • Adults 65 and older 
  • Pregnant women 
  • People who have a weakened immune system due to disease or medication (such as people with HIV or AIDS, or those on chronic steroids) 
  • People who have cancer 
  • People with extreme obesity 
  • People with neurodevelopmental/neurocognitive conditions 
  • Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old 
  • Native Americans/Alaskan Natives 

Anyone in one of these groups or who has regular contact with members of these groups should get the flu shot, wash hands frequently, and stay away from others if you have flu symptoms.

Increasing outbreaks in long term care facilities are a significant concern because the elderly residents are among those most vulnerable to serious complications like pneumonia, and influenza can be life-threatening. We’re working with these facilities to make sure infection control measures are in place.

It’s critical for anyone who works in a healthcare facility or a place that serves elderly people to get the flu shot to prevent the spread of illness. And if you’re visiting anyone in an adult living home or nursing care facility, please make sure that you don’t have any symptoms of the flu. If you have a loved one living in a long term care facility, ask if their staff have received flu shots this year.

So it’s not too late to get the flu shot?

If you haven’t yet gotten a flu shot, it’s definitely not too late – there’s a lot more flu still to come and a flu shot provides the best protection against the flu. The peak of flu season could still be weeks away and flu typically continues to circulate through the spring.  A flu vaccine starts to build protection right away, reaching its full protection after two weeks.

How good of match is the flu vaccine this year, so far?

To-date, the main circulating flu virus is influenza A H3N2, the type that is associated with higher levels of hospitalization and deaths.  It’s good news that the vaccine is matched very well to circulating flu viruses to-date this season.

Besides getting a flu shot, what else can people do to protect themselves?

Stay away from anyone who is sick, and if you’re sick, stay at home to protect others, especially people at higher risk for serious illness. As always, frequent hand washing helps reduce the spread of illness.

Eating nutritious foods, staying active, getting enough sleep and avoiding excessive stress are also good ways to keep your immunity up
.
If you do get sick, antiviral medication  can be prescribed to treat influenza. This is especially important for people at high risk for complications and should be started as soon as possible after symptoms develop. People at high risk for influenza should contact a healthcare provider promptly after illness onset to determine if antiviral medication is needed.

There’s also a mumps outbreak in King County, mainly in the Auburn area. How can people tell flu from the mumps?

Mumps and the flu share some symptoms, like fever, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue, but these symptoms are usually worse with the flu. The flu also causes prominent cough and can cause a sore throat.  Mumps causes swelling in the glands around the cheeks or jaw, and this is uncommon with the flu.



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The Tribe Has Spoken



Saturday nights in January and February, join Unexpected Productions in the Black Box Theatre at Edmonds Community College as improvisers enter the ultimate game of skill and wit.

Each week players will use hidden immunity idols, tribal councils and face audience inspired challenges leading to impending elimination. Who will be the ultimate impro-vivor?

Concessions and beverages will be available at the show! Note that the concessions rack inside the theatre is cash-only; however, they gladly accept credit and cash for ticket sales. Tickets may be purchased here.

January 7 through February 11, 2017. Black Box Theater, Edmonds Community College, Mukilteo Hall, 20310 68th Ave West, Lynnwood, WA 98036.



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Aggressive Progressives Meetup Thursday evening

Aggressive Progressives Meetup, featuring Guest Speaker Phillippa Kassover, Thursday January 5, 2017 from 7-9pm at the Shoreline Library Large Meeting Room. 345 Northeast 175th Street, Shoreline.

Phillippa Kassover, Democratic Vice Chair of the 46th Legislative District, will present and field questions about the current political landscape, locally and nationally, and how the public can get involved.



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Police RADAR program at Richmond Beach Community Meeting


Richmond Beach Community Meeting
Topic: Shoreline Police Department’s “RADAR” Program
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 7:00 p.m. – meet and greet; 7:30 p.m. – meeting
Richmond Beach Congregational Church
1512 NW 195th Street, Shoreline

The Shoreline Police Department will introduce its program called RADAR (Response Awareness, De-escalation and Referral) for safe interactions with people suffering from mental illness or other challenges that might lead to unpleasant or even tragic events.

They will tell how deputies will work with individuals and their circles of support (parents, caregivers) to develop strategies that will help should police contact occur.

The presentation will offer valuable advice to community members about their own encounters with people with difficulties -- how to humanely and safely interact and how to disengage or when to call for help. The department is working with Shoreline Fire Department on this initiative and its innovative Community Medicine Team (CMT).



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Continuing Education: computing, Word, and QuickBooks

Never too old to learn
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Fulfill your New Year's resolution with a class from the Continuing Education department of Shoreline Community College.

Starting in January are classes in:
  • Getting started with computers
  • Word 2016 Essentials in Action
  • QuickBooks: A Serious Introduction for General Use & Payroll
Descriptions are below.

If you have questions about any Continuing Ed class at SCC, contact Ron Carnell206-533-6706. His office hours are Monday - Thursday, 8am - 5pm, Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

Beginning in January:

Computing and Technology

Getting Started with Computers
$40.00
For many of us the mere thought of learning the basics of computer use can be uncomfortable, even overwhelming. This is a beginning level class designed to help you overcome these common anxieties, and get you emailing, researching, and working right away! Achieve a range of basics and practical applications for personal or business use. Topics include: Overview of PC hardware and software concepts, Windows10, saving, opening, and organizing files, word processing and spreadsheets, printing and Internet browsing, email use, and computer and Internet safety. No previous experience required. This course is PC only!


Textbook: Welcome to Computer Basics: Windows 10 and Office Online, Labyrinth Learning Publishers, ISBN 978-1-59136-791-8. Labyrinth Learning Item Number: 1-59136-791-3.
Available online, or visit: UW Bookstore, 4328 University Way, Seattle, WA 98105.
For assistance, please call: 206-634-3400 x331

4:00-7:00pm Wednesdays
Start date: 1/18/17 - End date: 2/15/17
Building 1300, Room 1308
Instructor: Berkley, W - P-CMP 102 - Item 6904


NEW! Word 2016 Essentials in Action!

$40.00
A serious introduction to the basics and beyond of this robust word processing program. You will create, edit, and proofread documents, change the look of text and the document, present information in columns and tabs and work with graphics, symbols, and diagrams. In addition:

· You will learn how to enhance your documents with watermarks and document parts.
· You will also learn how to use the powerful Mail Merge feature.

And here’s the exciting part! You will apply your newly learned Word skills in practical activities, such as creating a recipe document, building an address list, creating mailing list labels, etc. 

Prerequisites: Familiarity with the Windows environment, or Getting Started with Computers, or Integrated, Self-Paced Computer Lab. A memory stick or thumb drive is required for this class. This course is not recommended for Mac users.

Textbooks:
1. Logical Operations Choice: Microsoft Office Word 2016 Part 1
Course Number 091048S (Rev 3.0), , ISBN 1424625696.

· online from publisher or
· UW Bookstore.

2. Logical Operations Choice: Microsoft Office Word 2016 Part 2
Course Number 091049S (Rev 1.1), ISBN 1424625793.

· online from publisher or
· UW Bookstore.

Or visit: UW Bookstore, 4328 University Way, Seattle, WA 98105.
For assistance, please call: 206-634-3400 x331.

6:00-9:00pm Wednesdays and Mondays
Start date: 1/18/17 - End date: 2/1/17
Building 1300, Room 1304
Instructor: Aldrich, M. - P-CMP 129 - Item 6908


QuickBooks: A Serious Introduction for General Use and Payroll

$40.00
Get started with this valuable accounting software that is used by more than 80% of small to mid-sized businesses. You will learn the basics of how QuickBooks can aid you in performing daily, weekly, and monthly bookkeeping and accounting operations for a business. This one fills up fast, so register early! Prerequisites: Familiarity with the Windows environment and working with a mouse and keyboard. A memory stick or thumb drive is required for this class.

6:00-9:00pm Thursdays
Start date: 1/19/176 - End date: 2/16/19
Building 1300, Room 1308
Instructor: Hudson, J.R.- P-CMP 104 - Item 6906

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