Seattle Symphony free concert - Music Beyond Borders: Voices from The Seven

Saturday, February 4, 2017

Music by Rahim AlHaj will be part of
the Seattle Symphony free program Feb 8
FREE Concert on February 8 with Program Drawn from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen


The Seattle Symphony will present Music Beyond Borders: Voices From the Seven on February 8 at 7:30pm in the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium in Benaroya Hall, 200 University St, Seattle 98101.

This FREE concert for the community will feature music drawn from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen. The community is invited to experience the rich and diverse musical heritage of these countries.

The program is still being developed and will include as many of these seven countries as possible including works by Syrian-born Kinan Azmeh, Iraqi-born Rahim AlHaj and two Iranian-born composers, Gity Razaz and Alireza Motevaseli. These composers reside in the United States except for Motevaseli who lives in Iran.

“Our musicians and I are passionate about using our art form to create connections with others and celebrate the diversity of our community,” shared Music Director Ludovic Morlot. 
“Many of our musicians are immigrants themselves, so when they suggested we create a concert like this, we enthusiastically embraced the opportunity to bring the universal power of music to speak across boundaries and borders.”

President / CEO Simon Woods remarked, “During the past week, I’ve seen the arts community around the U.S. coming together in meaningful ways following the recent executive order restricting travel and immigration from certain countries. At the Seattle Symphony, inclusivity is a core value. 

"We feel inspired to add our voice, with the hope that we can bring our community together to celebrate the freedom of expression and open exchange of ideas which the arts have always stood for, especially in times of division and conflict.”

Additional programming information will be posted on the event page on the Seattle Symphony website as it becomes available.

The performance will be streamed live on the Seattle Symphony’s Facebook page.

Approximately one quarter of the Seattle Symphony’s musicians are immigrants.

The Seattle Symphony is a member of the League of American Orchestras, which has issued this statement on the executive order.




Read more...

Two children die in 1-5 crash that caused nine-mile backup Friday

Evening commute was backed up all through Shoreline
 because of fatality accident at 164th

From My Edmonds News

Two girls, ages 12 and 2, died following a three-vehicle collision on northbound Interstate 5 at 164th Street Southwest Friday afternoon.

The crash, which happened at 3:17pm, caused a nine-mile backup during the Friday evening commute. At one time, three left lanes were blocked, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.

According to the Washington State Patrol, the children were riding in a Nissan minivan driven by a 43-year-old Marysville man. The minivan was following a Chrysler sedan, and both had slowed for traffic just south of the 164th Street overpass when a Ford F250 pickup crashed into the minivan from behind, pushing it into the sedan.

The 12-year-old in the minivan died at the scene while a 2-year-old was pronounced dead after being transported to Seattle’s Harborvew Medical Center, the State Patrol said. Two other children in the van, boys ages 5 and 7, were also taken to Harborview. The minivan’s driver and a 39-year-old female passenger from Everett were transported to Everett’s Providence Hospital.

The driver of the pickup truck, a 51-year-old Lake Stevens man, and the 52-year-old Federal Way woman driving the Chrysler weren’t injured, the State Patrol said.

The cause of the crash is under investigation.



Read more...

Photo: the signs are up for Gloria's Path

Gloria Bryce with new pathway sign
Photo by Herb Bryce

Gloria Bryce pauses in her gardening to look at the new pathway sign. The pathway, created on a city right of way, is a project that Gloria has worked on for over ten years.

The Shoreline City Council recently named the pathway in her honor.

Read more...

Basketball: Scots beat Arlington 69-58

#15 Walter Wang at Hoopapalooza game
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Walter Wang made the most of a rare start on Senior Night by pouring in 14 first-half points to spark the Shorecrest Scots to a hard-fought 69-58 home win over Arlington Friday night. 

The win sets up a long-awaited matchup Monday at Stanwood (11-0/18-1) for the regular season championship, and the number one seed in District playoffs that begin next week.

In addition to Wang's sharpshooting that gave the Scots (10-1/18-1) a twelve point halftime lead, Shorecrest got 31 points from junior center Philip Pepple, 25 of them coming in the second half.

Standings and brackets here

Arlington       7    11   20   20    58
Shorecrest     9    21   18    21    69

--Frank Workman



Read more...

Rabbi Manis Friedman to lecture in Lynnwood Mar 5

Rabbi Manis Friedman will lecture in Lynnwood
Chabad Jewish Center of Snohomish County welcomes world-renowned author, counselor, lecturer and philosopher Rabbi Manie Friedman.

Rabbi Friedman will lecture at the Chabad on Sunday, March 5th on the topic: "Are you Living or Just Existing? How to lead a stress-free and meaningful life."

Rabbi Friedman will be making his first appearance ever in Snohomish County. The evening will get underway at 6:00pm with meet and greet, followed by the lecture at 6:30pm.

The event will take place on Sunday March 5th, 6:00pm at the Chabad Jewish Center located at 18717 76 Ave W #B Lynnwood 98037

Cost to attend is only $10 person, Sponsor - $180

Reserve online

Rabbi Friedman’s first book, "Doesn't Anyone Blush Anymore?", published by Harper San Francisco in 1990, was widely praised by the media.

In an effort to empower women in Judaism, he founded the world’s first yeshiva exclusively for women, Bais Chana Institute of Jewish Studies in Minnesota, where he continues to serve as dean. Since its opening in 1971, 22,000 women of all ages, backgrounds, and from all over the world attended the institute.

His most recent film: 'The Lost Key to Intimacy' was voted the winner of the Best Documentary at the Houston International Film Festival in 2015. The film was released to the public in January.

Rabbi Friedman is a noted Biblical scholar, recognized for his sagacious grasp of Jewish mysticism.


Read more...

Scholarships and awards for SCC's Clean Energy Technology program

l-r Shoreline Community College President Dr. Cheryl Roberts, CET Program Director
Louise Petruzzella, and Dean of Science, Math, and Engineering
Dr. Guy Hamilton receive a plaque from the National Science
 Foundation for completion of a MentorLinks grant.
Photo courtesy SCC


Shoreline’s Clean Energy Technology (CET) program continues to gain recognition on both the local and national levels as a leader in clean energy and high-performance building sciences education.

Two Shoreline CET students, Alisha Turpin and Elizabeth Daly, were both recently awarded the Harry Clayton Sutch scholarship by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

The students each received a scholarship in the amount of $2,000 from the organization, which is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of practices related to the reduction of building energy use.

“It’s thrilling that our students are being recognized for their excellence and supported as future leaders of the industry in this way,” said CET Program Director, Louise Petruzzella. 

Shoreline’s CET program itself was also recently recognized, this time by the National Science Foundation (NSF), for the successful completion of a MentorLinks grant. MentorLinks is a program designed to help colleges strengthen technician programs in STEM fields through mentoring, professional development opportunities, and technical assistance.

The NSF is not the only national organization recognizing Shoreline’s CET program. Solar Energy International (SEI), a nonprofit educational organization that provides industry-leading technical training and expertise in renewable energy, is holding it’s 2017 incumbent worker training session on Shoreline’s campus this June.

“SEI is the gold standard for renewable energy education and training,” said Petruzzella. “We’re so pleased to partner with them to host this three-day training event that will bring industry professionals from across the region to our campus and expose them to all our program has to offer.”

Read more...

SCC's Funk & Groove in concert at the Ould Triangle Saturday night


Join us on Saturday, February 4, 2017, at the Ould Triangle, for a lively Funk and Groove concert! 

Music students enrolled in the Funk and Groove Ensemble will perform an impressive set list of music that everyone will love. There is no cover charge, but donations are appreciated.

Saturday, February 4, 2017, 8:00 to 11:00pm at The Ould Triangle, 9736 Greenwood Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98103, 206-706-7798. *Audience members must be over 21 years old.



Read more...

AG Ferguson obtains court order halting Trump immigration action

Judge grants nationwide Temporary Restraining Order against President’s Executive Order

A federal judge in Seattle Friday granted Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s request to immediately halt implementation of President Donald Trump’s Executive Order on immigration nationwide.

The Temporary Restraining Order will remain in place until U.S. District Court Senior Judge James L. Robart considers the Attorney General’s lawsuit challenging key provisions of the President’s order as illegal and unconstitutional. If Ferguson prevails, the Executive Order would be permanently invalidated nationwide.

To obtain the Temporary Restraining Order, the state needed to prove that its underlying lawsuit was likely to succeed, that irreparable harm was likely to occur without the restraining order, and that halting the President’s order immediately is in the public interest. The state also needed to establish that the potential injury to Washington residents caused by leaving the President’s order in place outweighs any potential damage from halting it.

Judge Robart, who was nominated to the court by President George W. Bush in 2003, ruled that Ferguson had met the high standards necessary to block the Executive Order until the court reaches the merits of the lawsuit.

“The Constitution prevailed today,” Ferguson said. “No one is above the law — not even the President.”
Washington became the first state to challenge the President’s order on Monday. Ferguson argues that the Executive Order violates the U.S. Constitution’s guarantee of Equal Protection and the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause, infringes individuals’ constitutional right to Due Process and contravenes the federal Immigration and Nationality Act.

Major Washington state institutions supported the Attorney General’s lawsuit through declarations filed alongside the complaint. In their declarations, for example, Amazon and Expedia set forth the detrimental ways the Executive Order impacts their operations and their employees.

Minnesota, led by Attorney General Lori Swanson, joined Ferguson’s amended complaint filed Thursday. In addition, since Washington brought its action, Massachusetts, New York and Virginia intervened in similar lawsuits challenging the Executive Order in their respective jurisdictions.



Read more...

Shoreline seeks applicants for AWC Center for Quality Communities Scholarship

The City of Shoreline is now accepting applications for the AWC Center for Quality Communities Scholarship fund.

Scholarships are available through a statewide competitive process for students who are actively engaged in their city government and/or community and plan to attend post-secondary school in fall 2017.

The City will nominate one of the applicants from Shoreline to compete with students from across the State.

Student eligibility

Students interested in competing for the Center for Quality Communities scholarships must be:
  • Involved (or have been involved) with a city government and/or significant school leadership activity;
  • Eligible to graduate from high school, complete home school, or receive a GED in spring/summer 2017;
  • A City of Shoreline resident; and
  • Plan to continue education in the 2017-2018 academic year at an accredited college, community college, or trade school on a half-time or more basis.
Information and application materials can be obtained at cfqc.org

Completed applications are due no later than 5:00pm Friday, March 3. Submit completed materials to Communications Program Manager Eric Bratton

The Center for Quality Communities promotes municipal leadership development and civic engagement. The Center’s goal is to develop a broad public understanding of the important role of cities and towns play in Washington. The Center is a 501(c)(3) organization. For more information visit cfqc.org.



Read more...

Letter to the Editor - Love Your Schools

To the Editor:

As you know, February 14th is not just Valentine's Day ... it is also "Love Your Schools!" election day in Shoreline.


Want to show your love for our kids? VOTE YES for this construction bond that will build new Einstein and Kellogg middle schools, construct an expanded Parkwood elementary school and build a consolidated preschool Children's center.

There was extensive research done before this bond package was presented, by a district-wide committee that included parents, teachers, staff and community stakeholders.

By increasing the capacity of the middle schools, the district will ease overcrowding in all of our elementary schools, keep up with our projected K-12 population growth and support exceptional learning opportunities for students. See the presentation and a FAQ here.

Another way to show your love for Shoreline schools is by signing up to wave signs on Wednesday February 8th and Monday February 13th. Signing up is easy online. Bring your friends, neighbors and kids, along with your enthusiasm and smiles. We will post your "Rah Rah" photos too!!

What else can you do to support Shoreline Schools and the bond campaign? You can wear a button; display a yard or car sign; endorse the bond as an individual via our website; and donate to the campaign online or mail a check to: Citizens for Shoreline schools (address at this link). If you're on social media, "Like" and share the campaign Facebook page.

Suzanne Gugger
Shoreline



Read more...

What the book clubs are reading in February

By Diane Hettrick

Last month I counted up and found eight different libraries sponsoring nine book clubs. In addition, Third Place Books sponsors the knitting book club.

Now I have the Senior Center book club to add. I've run out of fingers but I think that makes eleven book clubs. Wait! Third Place Books has two clubs - the knitters and the Literary Book Club.

No wonder that the Seattle area is known for its libraries and book buying.

So here's what the groups are reading in February. Go join one of them or just expand your reading list.

Addresses and phone numbers for the meeting places are at the end of the article.


Richmond Beach Library Book Discussion Group
Monday, February 6, 7-8:30pm, library meeting room

Come for a lively discussion All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. A blind French girl and a German boy paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Richmond Beach Library.


Kenmore Afternoon Book Group, Kenmore Library
Tuesday, February 7, 1pm

The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivy

Come for lively discussions!
Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 1pm.



Third Place Knitting Book Club, at Third Place Commons.
Monday, February 13, 7pm

The Look of Love by Sarah Jio
.Join us to knit or crochet while we discuss The Look of Love, a love story involving a Seattle florist who meets a science writer who doesn't believe in love. Bring your own project or help us reach our goal of providing 200 hats for the homeless. New to knitting? Come at 6:30 and get a free lesson. Sponsored by Third Place Books


Evening Book Group at Broadview Branch Library
Monday, February 13, 6:30 – 7:45pm
I'm Down, by Mishna Wolff
Join us for a book group at the Broadview Branch. Everyone is welcome.
Shoreline Library Book Discussion Group
Monday, February 13, 7-8:30pm, Library small meeting room
This month's book is Homer's The Odyssey

Wikipedia says "The poem mainly focuses on the Greek hero Odysseus (known as Ulysses in Roman myths), king of Ithaca, and his journey home after the fall of Troy. It takes Odysseus ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten-year Trojan War. In his absence, it is assumed Odysseus has died, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of unruly suitors"
Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.


Senior Center Book Club (see article)
Tuesday, February 14, 1pm
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.
See review by Aarene Storms
$2 fee to help support the Senior Center
Second Tuesday Book Group
Mountlake Terrace Library,
Tuesday, February 14, 6:45-7:45pm
Brewster: A Novel by Mark Slouka.
Still reeling from the death of his older brother, a sixteen-year-old track star befriends a street-fighting rebel and together they search for redemption amidst the social changes of 1968.


Brier Reading Club
Brier Pizza Kitchen
Tuesday, February 14, 7pm
Join us at Brier Pizza Kitchen for a discussion of Bird Box by Josh Malerman. You can pick up books from the Customer Service desk at the Brier Library. Newcomers are always welcome. Supported by Friends of the Brier Library.



Lake City Library Afternoon Book Group
Wednesday, February 15, 1-2:30pm
My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante

Elena and Lila grow up in 1950s Naples, Italy, where poverty and familial expectations determine young girls’ lives and education. First in a quartet, this compelling novel takes a powerful look at a complex lifelong friendship.

Broadview Branch Afternoon Book Group
Wednesday, February 15, 2 pm
Discussing "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy
Join us for a book group at the Broadview Branch. Everyone is welcome.



Edmonds Library Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, February 15, 3pm

Please join us for an interesting discussion of The Whistling Season by Ivan Doig.


Third Place Literary Book Club
Monday, February 27 at 7pm
A Good Man Is Hard To Find and Other Stories
by Flannery O'Connor
Steeped in a Southern Gothic tradition that would become synonymous with her name, these stories show O'Connor's unique, grotesque view of life -- infused with religious symbolism, haunted by apocalyptic possibility, sustained by the tragic comedy of human behavior, confronted by the necessity of salvation.

Kenmore Library Evening Book Group
Monday, February 27, 7pm
The Orchardist by Amanda Coplin

Come for lively book club discussions! All are welcome.
Meets the last Monday of each month at 7pm.






Libraries and other locations for book discussion groups
  1. Briar Library, 23303 Brier Rd, Brier, WA 98036 (425) 483-0888 - meets at Briar Pizza Kitchen, 23631 Brier Rd A, Brier, WA 98036 425-424-0760
  2. Broadview Library, 12755 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133 206-684-7519
  3. Edmonds Library, 650 Main St, Edmonds, WA 98020-3056, 425-771-1933
  4. Kenmore Library, 6531 NE 181st St, Kenmore WA 98028, 425-486-8747
  5. Lake City Library, 12501 28th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125, 206-684-7518
  6. Third Place Books, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA, 98155. 206-362-8860 - meets at Third Place Commons across from the book store
  7. Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043, 425-776-8722
  8. Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline, WA, 98177. 206-546-3522
  9. Shoreline Library, 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline, WA, 98155. 206-362-7550
  10. Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave #1, Shoreline WA 98155. Southernmost building on Shoreline Center campus. 206-365-1536 

Read more...

Photo: Can you see me now?

Friday, February 3, 2017

Juvenile gull blends into surroundings
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

This juvenile gull blends perfectly into his surroundings.



Read more...

Washington state suit against Trump's immigration Executive Order in court Friday


Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced the filing of an amended complaint in State of Washington v. Trump, the state’s lawsuit challenging key sections of President Trump’s immigration Executive Order as illegal and unconstitutional.

The amended complaint filed late Wednesday in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, adds the State of Minnesota as a plaintiff, under the leadership of Attorney General Lori Swanson. Ferguson’s office also filed a supplemental brief addressing Washington’s standing to bring the action.

Senior Judge James Robart will hold a hearing Friday, Feb. 3, on the state’s Motion for Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). Attorneys for the State of Washington and the federal government will present argument on whether implementation of the Trump Administration’s Executive Order should be suspended nationwide immediately. The court could rule on the TRO as early as the conclusion of the hearing, set for 2:30 p.m. PST in the United States Courthouse in Seattle. Media information, including court rules and information, is available here.

“No one is above the law, not even the President,” said Ferguson. “My legal team presents a strong case, detailing the constitutional weaknesses in President Trump’s unlawful Executive Order. That order is causing significant harm and demands immediate action.”


Read more...

Stay informed about the Affordable Care Act and your medical insurance

From the Office of the Insurance Commissioner

President Trump and the Republican-controlled Congress have pledged to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA).


Until legislation is passed however, nothing changes.

Health insurers cannot deny anyone coverage because of a pre-existing condition, plans must include certain benefits, subsidies are still available to those who qualify, and young adults can stay on their parents' plan up to age 26 - just to name a few of the reforms under the ACA.

Sign up to get notified about any potential changes to the ACA and how they could impact you.



Read more...

Richmond Beach Running Club to spend Saturday at the beach

Spend Saturday at the beach with the
Richmond Beach Runners

Saturday tour through Innis Arden

Come out Saturday for a tour of Innis Arden. You can run anywhere from 3 to 7 miles through the rolling hills with views of the Puget. All speeds and abilities welcome. After the run, enjoy some coffee and conversation at the Richmond Beach Coffee House.

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



Read more...

Use for left over pet medications

By Vicki Michels

Recently I had to put down an elderly cat, who had some medical problems. I realized there were several kitty meds that I still had, with remaining unused pills, liquids, supplements.

How to dispose of them? Liquids down the drain? Solids in garbage? Neither of those solutions sounded very earth-friendly. So I phoned my local veterinarian.

I discovered that every veterinarian I phoned had the same information.  

When one has any kind of surplus medication for a pet, TAKE IT TO A VETERINARY CLINIC.  

They will look carefully at the item. If it is still useful, they will donate it to a pet shelter. One even mentioned that they can sometimes give it to another client who is too poor to pay for what their animal needs.

When any medicine or chemical is expired or not useful, they will dispose of it in the safest way. There is no charge for this. They are most happy to have them! Fluffy and Spike will thank you.

And please also bring them any "sharps" (e.g., hypodermic needles used for insulin) or other things like splints and braces. Many also will gratefully accept old blankets and towels, because sick animals can be pretty messy. 

The clinics I talked to are:

    Cats Exclusive
    19203 Aurora Ave. N. (98133)

    Cat Hospital
    14810 - 15th Ave. N.E. (98155)
    206-204-3366

    Lake Forest Park Animal Hospital
    6815 Bothell Way N.E. (98155)



Read more...

Monday deadline for new Washington voters to register

By Evan Smith

Monday, February 6, is the deadline for new Washington voters to register for the February 14 special Shoreline School District election.

Anyone who registers within 28 days of an election must register in person at either the King County Elections office in Renton or the county voter registration annex in downtown Seattle.

The King County Elections office at 919 SW Grady Road in Renton is open from 8:30am to 4:30pm. 


The voter registration annex on the fourth floor of the King County Administration Building at 500 4th Ave, Seattle, is open from 8:30am to 1pm and from 2 to 4:30pm.

The last day to register on line or by mail or for previously requested Washington voters to file a change of address was January 16.

The only item on local ballots is a bond issue to replace Shoreline's two middle schools and one elementary school and to build a new early learning center.

Drop boxes are in place at Lake Forest Park and the Shoreline Library. The ballot envelopes are postage paid and can be dropped in any post office box. The postage paid option is an experiment from King County elections to see if it increases vote returns.



Read more...

Supporting LGBTQ Youth and Families - panel discussion Feb 15



Supporting LGBTQ Youth and Families
A Panel Discussion

Wednesday, Feb. 15th
4:00pm to 6:00pm

Shoreline Center, Shoreline Room
18560 1st Ave NE
Shoreline, WA 98155

What support do young people need as they identify their gender and sexuality? What bout families who expand conventional definitions of family? This panel of community members will share their experiences and insights with educators, service providers, family and community members who want to understand how to support each other.

This program is presented by the Shoreline School District in partnership with the Northshore / Shoreline Community Network and the CARE Team (Cultural Awareness Resources and Education)



Read more...

Small Business: Emerald City Doulas

Christi Nixon and Paula Gustafson
Emerald City Doulas is a majority woman-owned business launched in June 2016.

Business partners Christi Nixon and Paula Gustafson both live in Shoreline.

They run a premier full-service Doula Agency serving King County and South Snohomish County, with eight doulas.

A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous support before, during, and after a birth. 
They provide physical, informational, and emotional support to the mother, as well as family and others. Postpartum doulas provide postpartum support to the family during the first year after birth.

Their mission is to provide families with outstanding judgment-free support throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period – the first year of a baby’s life.

Studies show that having prenatal access to doula care can reduce the incidence of preterm birth and cesarean delivery.

Another study concluded “Continuous support during labour has clinically meaningful benefits for women and infants and no known harm. All women should have support throughout labour and birth.”

Emerald City Doulas offers:

Labor support
Postpartum care
Childbirth education
Postpartum placenta encapsulation
Belly binding

Emerald City Doulas also holds retreats for parents. A Labor and Love weekend retreat is scheduled for March 4-5 in Mountlake Terrace.

Labor and Love Weekend Retreat: Childbirth Education With Emotional Guidance, March 4 - 5, 2017, 9 am to 6 pm. Get yourself baby-ready in a single weekend!



This unique weekend retreat combines childbirth education with emotional guidance to provide expectant parents with the tools, skills, and information they need to create the best experience possible as they grow their family.

Topics and activities include:
  • Childbirth Education
  • Strengthening your Relationship
  • Building a Birth Plan
  • Attachment and Attunement
  • Newborn Care
  • And much more!
Space is limited. For more information and to register email or call 206-939-6109. Information is also online.

This retreat is designed for expectant couples. Cost is $500/couple. Breakfast and lunch provided both days. It will be held at Seattle Midwives, 23406 46th Ave W Mountlake Terrace 98043.

Christi Nixon, Emerald City Doulas, Certified Childbirth Educator will be joined by Shanna Donhauser, Family Therapist, Happy Nest Therapy.



Read more...

Nominations open for 12th Annual Inspire Positive Aging Awards

Sound Generations (formerly Senior Services) is currently accepting nominations for the 12th Annual Inspire Positive Aging Awards – celebrating older adults throughout King County.

This contest is free and open to the public, and a great way to show appreciation for an elder you know.

All nominees receive complimentary tickets for themselves and a guest to the Inspire Positive Aging Awards Luncheon on April 20.



Read more...

Calming classes for stressful times

Qi gong class
Photo from iStock
Everyone is a little agitated right now - and Shoreline Community College Continuing Education has some solutions for you.

True Nature Qigong - Meditation in Motion
$25.00                                                                                    
Instructor Sarah Storm describes Qigong (CHEE-gong) as "Meditation in Motion." In this class, learn to synchronize our breath, posture and intention to clear, energize and balance our energies.

This allows our energy to flow more freely... we experience an increase in our state of well-being, more clarity and strength.

No experience is required for this class and these exercises are slow moving and can be modified to meet the needs of each person's physical needs.

6:00—7:30pm Wednesdays
2/8/ - 3/15/17 | Six sessions - Item 6914
Building 3000, Room 3002
Instructor:  Storm, S | P-SKL 132

Mindfulness Meditation
$25.00
Mind Body Awareness Meditation with Vishaka Smith Ph.D, builds confidence and will bring more clarity to your life and goals. Students will be provided with several different types of guided meditations and strategies to incorporate into their lives beyond their sitting meditation. These practices will help them to be more effective, healthy, happy and successful! Suitable for new and seasoned practitioners of meditation.

10:00—11:30am Saturdays
2/11 - 3/18/17 | Six sessions - Item 6955
Building 3000, Room 3002
Instructor:  Smith, V. | P-SKL 110

Shoreline Community College is located at 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133. (Campus maps) Parking fees do not apply on evenings and weekends.

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

See other classes under the Continuing Education link in the Features section on the front page



Read more...

Richmond Beach Saltwater Park volunteer work party Saturday

Thursday, February 2, 2017

Invasive plants by the swing set
Photo by Frank Kleyn

Join the Friends of Saltwater Park as they remove the aggressive weed, Scot's Broom and Himalayan Blackberry from this beach park. Richmond Beach Saltwater Park has trails, picnic shelters, playgrounds, and amazing views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains.
 
This project is made possible by funding from the King Conservation District. For more information about this work party event, contact Diane Brewster, project coordinator.

If you would like to know more about the City of Shoreline’s efforts to restore the natural vegetation at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, contact Maureen Colaizzi, Park Project Coordinator, 206-801-2603. 

Saturday, February 4, 10am to 2pm 2021 NW 190th St, Shoreline 98177. Signs will be out. Meet at the lower parking lot near the restroom building.

The City supplies the gloves and tools and volunteer education that covers safety, information on the park, environmental restoration and the overview of the project. Please bring your own water and light snack.

No prior experience is necessary, just come ready to learn something new! Rain or shine, so come prepared and check the weather -  but suggest that you dress in layers of older clothes that include long pants, long sleeve shirt and a jacket. Some of the worksites are exposed, so bring sun gear too, if you think it will help. Durable footwear such as work boots, hiking boots or running shoes are recommended for these events. All volunteers are required to be wearing close-toed shoes.

While the exact tasks at hand depend on the location, site needs, and time of year, in general projects focus on environmental restoration of urban habitat in parks. This means the focus is on trying to improve the ability of our natural spaces to provide native habitat, filter the air we breathe, soak up excess storm water, and be places for refuge from the busy urban life.

In the summer, the focus is on removing weeds (a.k.a. invasive plants like English Ivy or Himalayan Blackberry). In the winter, the focus is on planting young native trees and shrubs.


Read more...

Where in the World? Halong Bay, Vietnam

Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

A few days ago, we challenged readers to identify where photographer Marc Weinberg was when he took this photo.

And the answer is Halong Bay, Vietnam

Readers who got it spot on: Sara Hayden, Deane Bell, and Janet Schnall 

There were quite a few guesses for Guilin, China, which apparently has similar scenery.

A lot of people placed it in Asia -- Pippi Islands in Thailand, Yang-Tse River in China,  Li River in China, Andaman Sea, the islands in the bay off of Phangnga, Thailand.




Read more...

WeatherWatcher: Forecast update, no snow Friday, watching Monday


Updated February 2, 2017 10:46pm - Breaking news


Light snow has reached the surface in Shoreline and Lake Forest Park and will likely pick up a little in the next hour or two. There are two more bands of precipitation on the radar that, combined with the low dew points we have right now, can easily generate some accumulating snowfall after all.
Overnight, I'm expecting a dusting to two inches of snow to accumulate before we start warming up to rain. It appears this system is being more unpredictable than originally thought, so I'm going to say there is still great uncertainty in this forecast. There's a slight chance it may not warm up enough to transition to rain. In that scenario accumulations could be higher.

***

Now that we are closer to Friday, models have made up their minds just a little bit more. Snow is not as likely in the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park area Friday morning. I was only giving it about a 20-30% chance, but now I'm giving it a less than 5% chance of accumulating snow Thursday night / Friday morning. The storm system moving in Friday is going to be pumping in just a little bit to much warm air.

There is a slight chance of some light snow Thursday night, or freezing rain before it warms up above freezing. There is a band on the doppler radar of snow moving from the south to north, currently reaching the Tacoma area as of 8:20pm.

Friday, expect rain most of the day before it changes to showers. We might see some wet flakes or a wintery mix early in the morning, but we're not expecting any accumulation. It will be chilly with highs in the low-mid 40's and lows in the 30's. Saturday is going to be a little break before the next system on Sunday. So for Saturday expect some rain showers, on Sunday expect a more steady rain for most of the day.

The system on Sunday appears at this time like it's going to stay off the coast and move just south enough to pull the arctic air in British Columbia down once again. There is a lot of cold air in the interior of British Columbia right now. It's very early in development but some models are starting to paint a snow day Monday. One even has snow on the ground through Thursday next week. It's a day I'm watching closely as others still think we should expect rain showers. The snow solutions are pointing at about 2-6 inches, but again it's been extremely uncertain.

Bottom line: Forecast is rainy, cool seasonable weather for the weekend, and snow is not likely until at least Monday. Monday is showing the potential to become a significant snow day, but the majority of models are still suggesting just rain showers right now. Stay tuned, I'll be posting an update on the developments for Monday's forecast.



Updated 02-02-2017 10:46pm


Read more...

Duty on a Naval Carrier - Post 227 American Legion meets Feb 7

USS Kitty Hawk underway in 1962
Photo from Wikimedia Commons
The American Legion Post 227 in Shoreline will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday evening, February 7, 2017.

The meeting will include a talk about life and duty aboard a US Navy Aircraft Carrier.

Mark Zenor, a Navy vet, will speak about his time on two Flat Tops, the USS Kitty Hawk and the USS America.

As a Flight Deck Troubleshooter, he was responsible for aircraft electrical systems. His job was to certify to the pilot that the plane was ready for flight and then turn it over to the pilot and launch crew for takeoff.

There will be time for questions at the end of his presentation.

The meeting will be held at Post 227, located at 14521 17th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155. All military veterans, their guests and all interested people in the community are welcome to attend.

A social meet and greet time is held from 6:30pm to 7:00pm. The meeting starts at 7:00pm sharp and refreshments will be served after the presentation.

Come early so you can check out the Post library that contains many militarily related books, video tapes and DVDs.

People in the community can borrow, use and return any of these items at no charge and are encouraged to stay for the program as well. Post 227 members look forward to seeing you on February 7, 2017.



Read more...

View from Lake Forest Park

Photo by Lien Tisdale Titus


You can see why the city is called Lake Forest Mountain, uh Park.



Read more...

Germany’s perspective on the United States - Thursday at SCC

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

The recent US presidential election has prompted a strong sense of anxiety and bewilderment in many European countries, and especially in Germany where opposition to right-wing populism remains strong.

While the United States continue to be considered as a key political partner and ally, new questions and challenges arise for the future transatlantic relationship with the incoming president.

Frank Wendler is currently a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science and at the Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington in Seattle, with sponsorship from the German Academic Exchange Service. He recently published a book on the subject of political polarization in Europe. More can be found at the GAC website.

Click here: Register, then click on Sign Up



Read more...

Daily Flash at Grinders Saturday

Daily Flash at Grinders Saturday


Saturday at 8pm - 10:30pm

19811 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133

The only band we book every month ... The Daily Flash! These seasoned performers turn out an amazing show, every time they play.

Seating starts at 7pm, Music starts at 8pm. 
Call for reservations. 206-542-0627.
Modest $10 cover. Great food and drink.



Read more...

Amateur radio license course starts Feb 27 in Kenmore

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is offering an amateur radio license course starting Monday, February 27, 2017 to prepare individuals for the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Technician Class License examination. The course convenes Monday evenings, 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the Northshore Utility District for eight consecutive weeks. The FCC exam is scheduled for April 17.

The Technician Class License is the beginner-level amateur band radio license required for entry into the fascinating hobby of “ham” radio. Something of a misnomer, the Technician license has nothing to do with repairing radios. It’s all about getting on the air and communicating with a region-wide network of ham radio operators for fun or helping governments transmit vital disaster response information when telephones and other communication systems fail.

Successful students are also eligible to move on and earn the General Class License, which provides access to world-wide, high frequency (“shortwave”) communications.

The course itself is free. There is a $15 fee for the FCC exam. The course textbook is the ARRL Ham Radio License Manual, 3rd Edition. It is published by the American Radio Relay League for $30 plus shipping, but may be obtainable from Amazon.com or other booksellers for a bit less. Alternatively, NEMCo can obtain it for you from the ARRL at the discounted price of $25 as part of a group order, but that will require advance notice, to allow for shipping time and arrange for pick-up. There are no additional costs.

Students may register anytime up to the start of the course on February 27, but anyone wishing to obtain the textbook through NEMCo should place your order by Tuesday, February 14.

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is a partnership between the cities of Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, Northshore Utility District and Northshore Fire District, to provide emergency management services. A group of NEMCo volunteer radio operators provide emergency communications among the member entities when disasters or severe weather disables telephones, as part of the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES).

Students who successfully pass the Technician exam, as well as other members of the community who already hold an amateur radio license, are encouraged to apply for membership in the NEMCo RACES group.

Contact the Course Manager, Carl Lunak, at 425-354-1744 or  to register or ask questions about getting started in amateur band radio.

The Northshore Utility District address is: 6830 NE 185th St, Kenmore 98028.



Read more...

Apply for a seat on LFP's Tree Board

Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The City of Lake Forest Park has openings on its Tree Board for a minimum of one three-year term.

In order to apply, you need to attend a Tree Board Informational Session - and there's one on Thursday! February 2, 7pm at City Hall.

Besides attending the information session, you need to be a Lake Forest Park resident, or property owner, or be neither but very experienced in environmental sciences, forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, landscaping, landscape architecture, urban planning, or urban design.

The Tree Board has three primary responsibilities:

  1. Provide outreach and education to the community on tree-related issues; 
  2. Organize and facilitate the City's tree planting events and other public events involving trees, 
  3. Provide advice to City Council on policy and regulatory issues involving trees. 

RSVP. RSVP is not required, but strongly encouraged to help with logistical planning for the meeting.



Read more...

Shoreline website redesign - input requested from community

Take our survey and give us your ideas on how to redesign the Shoreline's website

The City is beginning the process of redesigning its website. Now almost eight years old, it is time to give the website a new look and to analyze what works and what does not.

Whether you are a frequent user of the site or only use it occasionally, we want to know your thoughts.

One of the primary goals of the redesign is to create a website that meets your needs.

The survey should take less than 10 minutes, but will be an enormous help as we begin the redesign process.

Take the survey here  by February 17.



Read more...

Jobs: Biologist / Environmental Permit Coordinator -TPS2 In-Training

WSDOT's Environmental Office has a robust new opportunity for an energetic professional who has a passion for environmental issues and a desire to learn and expand their practical knowledge.

Full description and application here



Read more...

Free smoke alarms from Red Cross and Shoreline Fire

Shoreline Fire is teaming up with American Red Cross on the 25th of this month to install free smoke alarms in your home. 

Sign up by clicking on this link
For this project, the neighborhoods of Ridgecrest and Parkwood may be canvassed door to door, but residents there should still sign up to be sure of being included.

Let all your neighbors / block watches know about this program.



Read more...

Friday Afternoon at the Movies, February 3, 1:30-4 pm

Let's go to the movies!

Friday, February 3, 1:30 - 4pm
Shoreline-LFP Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE
South end of Shoreline Center campus

Hosted by Scarecrow Video, the Silver Cinema Project is an opportunity to enjoy and then discuss golden age Hollywood classics.

Each screening is introduced by a Scarecrow expert.

This month’s film is Roman Holiday, William Wyler’s 1953 romantic comedy starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. The movie is free, and popcorn, soda, and beer will be available for a minimal fee.



Read more...

Fire Calls - Jan 23 - 29

Shoreline Fire ended up sending 4 units to this
apartment building under construction in Lynnwood
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Shoreline fire calls
For January 23 - 29th

Aid - 67
Aid Non-Emergency - 9
MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 2
CMT (Community Medicine Team) - 9
Medic - 37
Cardiac Arrest - 5
AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 8
Appliance Fire - 1
Haz - 1 CO Alarm
Smoke Smell - 2
Smoke/Burn Complaint - 2
Service Call - 5
Structure Fire Unconfirmed - 1 chimney fire
Multi Family Structure Fire Mutual Aid - 1 three alarm fire in Lynnwood. Shoreline Fire sent four units.



Read more...

Lake Forest Park City Council votes to support Shoreline School District Bond Levy measure

At its regular meeting on January 26, 2017, the Lake Forest Park City Council voted to support the Shoreline School District’s bond issue, known as Proposition 1, on the February 14, 2017 special election ballot.

Prior to its vote of support, the Council held a public meeting to provide an opportunity for the public to communicate their opinions on the measure. 

Testimony was unanimously in favor of the measure (with one citizen speaking but not taking a position) and the Council later voted 6-0 (Councilmember Wright absent and excused) to adopt Resolution 1602, supporting Proposition 1.

If approved by the voters on February 14, Proposition 1 would fund a $250 million capital improvement program for schools and service centers within the Shoreline School District (District). The proposition would also authorize the District to levy property taxes to repay the bonds.

For questions about this measure, contact: Marla S. Miller, Deputy Superintendent, 206-393-4514, . Read the text of the proposed measure here on the King County Elections February 2017 special election measures page.

Ballot Measure Info



Read more...

Zentangle for adults

Zentangle – A New Way to Create Art

A previous class was aimed at students. Now there's one for adults.

Create an abstract art piece in 60 minutes! The Zentangle method is an easy, fun way of creating beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.

This art process increases focus, creativity while fostering self-esteem and a sense of well-being. 

Your completed art piece can be colored, just like those pictures in coloring books. No art experience required. $5 optional supply fee payable to the instructor: Laurie Bell.

Wednesday February 8, 6:30-8:30pm

Spartan Recreation Center, Cascade Room
Shoreline Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services

$20/Res - $24 Non-Res



Read more...

Where in the world...

We're not in Kansas anymore!
Where in the world do you think this is?
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg


Shoreline Area News photographer Marc Weinberg seems to spend half of his time out of the country. He usually tells me when he is leaving and how long he will be gone, but I missed the memo last time.

When he didn't respond to emails, I started worrying. The plus side of my brain said - he's out jaunting about in some exotic locale. The negative side said - well, never mind, we won't go there.

So he was jaunting.

He usually sends me a few photos to show where he has been. We thought it would be fun to start publishing a few of these and see if people can figure out "Where in the world is Marc Weinberg?"

Give us your best guesses - comment on the web article or Facebook post or Twitter tweet or send an email. We'll let you know in a couple of days. No prizes or trips, but we'll publish your name in the paper!

DKH



Read more...
ShorelineAreaNews.com
Facebook: Shoreline Area News
Twitter: @ShorelineArea
Daily Email edition (don't forget to respond to the Follow.it email)

  © Blogger template The Professional Template II by Ourblogtemplates.com 2009

Back to TOP