Shoreline native awarded Critical Language Scholarship from State Department

Thursday, May 11, 2017

Sierra Noland of Shoreline
Sierra Noland, a graduating senior from Washington and Lee University in Virginia, has received a Critical Language Scholarships for Summer 2017, for Hindi. Noland is from Shoreline.

The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and is a fully funded summer overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students.

The goals of the highly selective program are to broaden the base of Americans studying and mastering critical languages and to build relationships between citizens of the U.S. and other countries.

She is majoring in sociology and anthropology and minoring in poverty studies. Noland worked with an interpreter while living in India and doing fieldwork for her honors thesis – a written ethnography paired with video footage exploring how migration can provide low-caste Indians opportunities to overcome inhibiting social structures.

“I missed out on tearful moments, outbursts of laughter and even mundane explanations because I could not understand Hindi,” said Noland. 
“It is important that I connect on a personal level with my study participants and deepen my cultural understanding, and the CLS will allow me to make huge strides in advancing my research without having to be dependent on an interpreter.” 

After graduating from W&L this spring, then completing the CLS program in India over the summer, Noland plans to pursue a master’s in visual anthropology at the University of Southern California.

“It is a great honor to be accepted into the CLS program,” said Mark Rush, Stanley D. and Nikki Waxberg Professor of Politics and Law and director of the Center for International Education. 
“It is highly competitive and focuses on broadening participants’ exposure to the world’s diverse cultures and deepening their linguistic abilities. Sierra’s success in applying is a wonderful occasion and reason for the campus community to celebrate.”



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Northshore Emergency Preparedness Workshop June 3

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) is sponsoring a 4 hour Emergency Preparedness Workshop on June 3rd from 9am-1pm. Learn how to use a fire extinguisher, safely turn off the utilities in your house, and many other tips from emergency management professionals.


Where: Northshore Fire Station 51 (Kenmore)

When: June 3, 2017 from 9a-1p

Register: NorthshoreEMC@gmail.com or 425-354-1744



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Motorcyclist walks away from crash that closed Aurora for hours Wednesday

The motorcyclist involved in the crash on Aurora Wednesday has been released from the hospital with only minor injuries.

The car - motorcycle crash took place on Aurora, between N 167th and N 175 around 8am on Wednesday, May 10, 2017.

Police and fire responded. The motorcyclist was stable at the scene and taken to the hospital. Police shut down the southbound lanes of Aurora to investigate the crash. Traffic was backed up on side streets and snarled for hours.

The scene was cleared and the roadway opened at 1:30pm.



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Six brilliant local gardens in this year's Secret Gardens of LFP Tour

Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park
Saturday, June 17

These warm sunny days make people want to get out and into the garden.

You may also be interested in taking a look behind the gates of other people’s gardens. A ticket from the Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Garden Tour and Market is admission to six brilliant local gardens.

Saturday, June 17, 2017 these six local gardens will show off what happens with tender loving care, lots of rain and what we hope will be a beautiful spring.

The tickets can be purchased from the following outlets:

Garden Essentia, 20152 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline

LFP Farmers Market, LFP Town Center, Sundays, 10-3 only

Molbak’s, 13625 NE 175th, Woodinville

Ravenna Gardens, University Village

Sky Nursery, 18528 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline

Town Center Hardware, LFP Town Center

Wild Birds Unlimited, LFP Town Center


You can also get tickets on the Secret Gardens newly revised website


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Book Review by Aarene Storms: Guy in Real Life

Guy in Real Life by Steve Brezenoff

Lesh does not have romance on his mind as he staggers home drunk at 2:30am after a heavy metal concert in downtown Saint Paul. He is thinking about his head, his guts, and the sidewalk, and how soon those three things are going to connect in vivid, pukey Technicolor.

That's why Lesh isn't watching where he's walking ... and he walks right into Svetlana,

Svetlana isn't thinking about romance either. She's riding her bicycle, thinking about her friends, and contemplating the amazing artwork she has created for the upcoming Gaming Club campaign ... until Lesh wobbles into her path and sends them both sprawling into a puddle.

The collision of Lesh and Svetlana starts a series of events that might be reminiscent of a modern reboot of a 1970's television sitcom ... until the plot takes a sudden twist and everything changes.

Lesh is so fascinated by Svetlana that he secretly creates a online MMO character that looks just like her. He even names his character "Svvetlana" (with two V's), and campaigns her up to level fifty, gaining power, virtual gold, and lots of magical online loot.

Lesh enjoys spending time with Svetlana (one V) in real life, but he also enjoys being Svvetlana (two V's) in the game.

What could possibly go wrong?

In alternating narrative voices (Lesh and Svetlana, and also the virtual warrior orc Kugnar and the virtual elf priestess Svvetlana), the story gradually stumbles and reels to an unexpected -- and sort of wonderful -- final chapter.

Recommended for readers ages 14 to adult.

The events may not have happened; still, the story is true.  --R. Silvern

Aarene Storms, youth services librarian
Richmond Beach and Lake Forest Park Libraries, KCLS



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Mother's Day Concert from Seattle Wind Symphony

Take Mom to a concert Sunday!

The Seattle Wind Symphony is performing at the Shorewood Performing Arts Center, 17300 Fremont Ave N, on Sunday, May 14 at 3pm.

Tickets are available online

The Seattle Wind Symphony closes out its masterworks concert season with Borrowed Gems.

Come celebrate Mother's Day with the band as they play music that should have been written for band, but wasn't.

These borrowed gems are perhaps more popular in their band arrangements than in their original settings of ballet, symphony orchestra, television, or the church.

Acrostic Song from Final Alice..........David del Tredici
Arranged by Mark Spede

Crown Imperial March.........................William Walton
Arranged by W. J. Duthoit

Als die alte Mutter................................Antonín Dvoák
Arranged by Wayne Bailey

Prelude and Fugue in Bb Major..........Johann Sebastian Bach
Arranged by Roland L. Moehlmann

Jupiter from The Planets....................Gustav Holst

Siegfried's Funeral Music...................Richard Wagner
Arranged by Paul Whear

The Cowboys.......................................John Williams
Arranged by Jim Curnow

Pineapple Poll......................................Arthur Sullivan
Arranged by Charles Mackerras



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Eastside CHADD -Executive Function Update: Skills for School and Life

Eastside CHADD meets on Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at Evergreen Healthcare in Kirkland.

Barbara Bennett, M.A. will speak on Executive Function Update: Skills for School and Life

Researchers in the field of Executive Function (EF) have identified the skills for successful learning and living. EF skills develop in early childhood.

Learn the latest research findings so that you can help your child acquire these essential skills. EF is more than "doing and turning in homework." Understand how EF affects key academic skills in reading, writing, and math.

Barbara Bennett, M.A., private practice Educational Therapist, specializes in teaching EF skills to students with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning disorders, so that each student learns “how to learn” and how to master academic skills.

Ms. Bennett trained with key national figures in the fields of ADHD and learning disabilities. She continues to learn from up-to-date research and clinical practices. She also consults with teachers and clinicians to improve learning in the classroom and at home.

Ms. Bennett collaborates with pediatricians and medical professionals to facilitate the early identification of learning, attention, and executive function challenges.

7:00 - 9:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.

CHADD Members - Free; Non-Members: Suggested Donation - $5

Evergreen Healthcare (Formerly Evergreen Hospital Medical Center), Surgery and Physicians Pavilion, 12040 NE 128th St, Kirkland 98034, Room TAN 101 (downstairs).



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Green Building Speakers Series: Green Community Design - Next generation green technologies


The second session of the Green Building Speakers Series: Green Community Design - Next generation green technologies will be Thursday evening, May 11, 2017 from 7-9pm in the Council Chamber at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N 98133.

Presentation by Walker Leiser, LFA, PDC- Living Technology Consultant

This event will introduce next generation technologies and concept projects, including Earth Harmony Habitats, a design that would be net positive (generating more than it needs) with regard to energy, water, and food.

Full series information here


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Shoreline’s Million Stair Challenge is expanding - climb any stair

Echo Lake board members in front of Echo Lake Stairs
from South Echo Lake boardwalk to Interurban Trail at 192nd

Challenge yourself and compete against others in this free month long fitness event

Shoreline’s 6th annual Million Stair Challenge starts back up on June 1, 2017 with some exciting new changes! Each year, during the month of June, the City of Shoreline invites the community to climb as many stairs as possible in the name of health, fitness, and friendly competition.

For 2017, the community has spoken and the Million Stair Challenge will be expanding to allow participants to climb stairs anywhere they want!

This includes flights of stairs at work or home or at your favorite climbing spot in and outside of Shoreline. There is no need to sign up, just log your total flights each day in the online tracking system and see your totals and standings posted in real time on the website.

Along with creating some friendly competition, stair climbers are encouraged to set a personal goal for the month, with small prizes awarded for anyone who reaches their goal.

At the end of the challenge, all participants are invited to an end of the challenge potluck on Friday, June 30 at 6:30pm at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, 2021 NW 190th St. Bring a dish to share and join us at picnic shelter located at the bottom of the stairs. We’ll award prizes to participants who make their climbing goals.

More details on the Million Stair Challenge can be found here or by calling Recreation Specialist Marianne Johnson at 206-801-2638.

Million Step Challenge History

In 2012 the City of Shoreline created the first Million Stair Challenge hoping to encourage more use of the large bank of stairs at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park.

Since then those stairs have become one of the most popular fitness spots in Shoreline and every June hundreds of Million Stair Challenge participants come out to meet the challenge set forth by the City of Shoreline.

To allow the challenge to grow further, it had become clear that there needed to be more climbing locations. 2017 will mark the first year allowing participants to climb anywhere they want.


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Shorecrest results from Wesco 3A South girls' tennis division tournament

Shorecrest varsity tennis team
Photo by Robert Mann

The Wesco 3A South Division Tournament was held on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 9-10, at Jackson High School in Mill Creek.

Shorecrest Results

Results from Day 1 of 2017 Wesco 3A South Girls Singles Tennis 5/9/17
  1. Sophie Ivens (Shorecrest) defeated Hope Jorgensen (Squalicum) 6-1, 6-3
  2. Olivia Olsen (Edmonds-Woodway) defeated Sophie Ivens 7-6, 1-6
  3. Sophie Ivens defeated Nozomi Aoki (Ferndale) 6-1, 6-1
  4. Anna Burke (Shorecrest) defeated Christabel Jamison (Edmonds-Woodway) 6-0, 6-1
  5. Anna Burke defeated Bretta Petersen (Shorewood) 6-2, 6-3
  6. Catherine Michelutti (Squalicum) defeated Anna Burke 6-0, 6-0
Sadly, Shorecrest teammates Sophie Ivens and Anna Burke have to play each other Wednesday. The winner will advance to the district tournament and loser will be knocked out.

Results from Day 1 of 2017 Wesco 3A South Girls Doubles Tennis 5/9/17 
  • Bear Lund / Mari McLaughlin (Meadowdale) defeated Elizabeth Parsek / Julie Moss (Shorecrest) 6-3, 6-4
Elizabeth and Julie fought hard against a top seeded opponent, but came up just a little short and were knocked out of the tournament.
  • Tessa Farnam / Bella Saunders (Shorecrest) defeated Isabel Reonal / Nomin Ulziisaikhan (Meadowdale) 6-2, 6-3
Tessa and Bella were in a competitive 3rd set against a team from Edmonds-Woodway. The lights went out at 9p, so play was suspended until 1pm Wednesday. If they win the match, then they are guaranteed a place in the district tournament next week and if they lose this match, then they would need to win their next match to qualify.

Results from Day 2 of 2017 Wesco 3A South Girls Singles Tennis 5/10/17 
  • Anna Burke (Shorecrest) defeated Sophie Ivens (Shorecrest) 6-0, 7-6.  Sophie was up 5-1 in the 2nd set, but Anna was able to make an epic comeback to prevent a third set.
  • Olivia Olson (Edmonds-Woodway) defeated Anna Burke (Shorecrest) 1-6, 6-1, 7-5
This was a heartbreaking loss in 3 sets, but Anna still took 4th in the tournament and qualifies for the district tournament next week.
  • Sophie Ivens placed 5th and is the alternate for the district tournament. 

Results from Day 2 of 2017 Wesco 3A South Girls Doubles Tennis 5/10/17
  • Hailey Rehnfeldt / Alexi Huffman (Edmonds-Woodway) defeated Tessa Farnam / Bella Saunders (Shorecrest) 5-7, 6-4, 7-6
This match was a continuation from Day 1 and Tessa / Bella were down 3-5 in the 3rd set. They were able to hold serve and break their opponents serve to bring the third set to 5-5, then two more breaks to 6-6.  Tessa/Bella lost a close one 5-7 in the third set tie-breaker.
  • Tessa Farnam / Bella Saunders defeated Maddie Bong / Meredith Rand (Shorewood) 6-4, 6-3
  • Tessa Farnam/Bella Saunders defeated Reilly Walsh/Taylor Fahey (Lynnwood) 6-1, 6-4
  • Tessa and Bella finished 3rd and advance to the the District Tournament next week.

Wesco 3A South Tennis Tournament 1pm at Arlington High School 5/16 - 5/17

Here are the brackets.

--Coach Robert Mann


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Sasha Gaeth wins second straight Wesco South singles championship

Maddie Bong, Meredith Rand, Sasha Gaeth and Coach Moreno

Shorewood's Sasha Gaeth defeated her Squalicum High School opponent 6-1, 6-1 to win her second straight Wesco South singles championship.

Last year she won her first singles championship as a Freshman. She eventually won the District 1 championship and went on to place 4th at the state tournament. Gaeth has improved her season record to 18-0 this year after going 25-1 last year.

She will enter next week's District 1 tournament as the defending champion, at Arlington High School, next Tuesday and Wednesday with all matches starting at 1pm.

The T-Bird doubles team of senior Meredith Rand and freshman Maddie Bong placed 6th.

--Coach Arnie Moreno


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Shorecrest soccer falls to mighty Snohomish Wednesday - plays Edmonds-Woodway in loser out game Thursday

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Shorecrest mascot Otis
Photo by Jerry Pickard
The Shorecrest boys soccer team fell to mighty Snohomish 3-1 Tuesday night in the District One 3A semi-finals.

With the win, Snohomish qualifies for the State Tournament for the 18th time in the last twenty years. They will oppose Lynnwood Saturday night at 7pm in the District Championship Game at Shoreline Stadium.

Shorecrest got on the board first against Snohomish on a Noah Trostle goal just four minutes in. It didn't take long after that for the Panthers' machine to start clicking on all cylinders, though, as they scored all three of their goals in a twenty minute stretch.

The Scots hung around in the second half, needing just one goal to make the game interesting, but to no avail.

Still, Coach Drew Thompson was pleased with his team's performance.

"We really stepped up our game in the second half but couldn't find the net. If we play that hard on Thursday, we'll be fine".

Junior goalkeeper Ben Evans was instrumental in keeping the Scots in the game, making countless big saves throughout the game.

The Scots (8-6-4) will play Edmonds-Woodway (8-8-2) Thursday at 5pm at Shoreline Stadium. The winner qualifies for State, while the loser is eliminated.

--Frank Workman


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Shorewood boys soccer keep their season alive with win over Arlington

Theo Steinmetz in game against Lynnwood 4-3-17
Photo by Wayne Pridemore


The Shorewood boys soccer team kept their season alive by beating Arlington 3-1 Tuesday night at Shoreline Stadium in a loser-out District One tournament game.

Arlington scored in the game's first minute, capitalizing on a bad T-Birds pass. Senior captain Jack Bong, bound for WSU next year, wondered "is this going to be my last soccer game?". But Bong's teammates picked him up and saw to it there'd be at least one more game for the T-Birds.

Senior Ilya Panek knotted the game midway through the first half after senior Chris Gerbino's long throw-in made it to the far post. Gerbino has proven to be a consistent threat all season with his ability to get extra distance on his throws.

"I played a couple of seasons of water polo, I think that's where my throwing ability comes from", Gerbino said after the game.

SW used another long Gerbino throw to break the tie ten minutes into the second half when Ben Grant headed in the game-winning goal. And Grant provided some insurance not two minutes later when Theo Steinmetz took a free kick from Liam Ammador-Emmons down the left side, beat his defender around the corner, and found Grant in front of the net.

"Liam played a good ball to me. I tried to get the ball inside and Ben was there", said Steinmetz.

The T-Birds (8-8-2) will square off against previously unbeaten Squalicum (16-1-1) in a loser-out / winner-to-state game Thursday at 7pm at Shoreline Stadium. Squalicum dropped to the losers' bracket when they lost to Lynnwood, 2-1 Tuesday.

--Frank Workman



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Spring Fling at the Shoreline Library May 20 - baskets and books


Saturday, May 20, is the date for the 2nd Annual Spring Fling at the Shoreline Library, sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.

The September Annual Book Sale offers a multitude of books. The Spring Fling offers fewer, but well chosen books of quality for all genres -- fiction and non-fiction, children's and adult books.

It is a chance to meet and talk with the Friends of the Shoreline Library, grab a cookie and a drink, and buy books.

The Friends group is also offering well-stocked theme baskets for raffle. Themes include Coffee, Children's books, Baby Board Books, Opera, Gardening, and gift cards. All baskets are valued at over $50. Raffle tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. You need not be present to win.

Come from 2:00 to 4:00pm, Saturday, May 20 for the fun, the raffle, and the Friends!

The library is located at 345 NE 175th NE 98155.



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Bring It On opens Thursday - some tickets still available

Shorecrest High School Drama's presentation of the musical Bring It On opens this Thursday, May 11 and runs through May 21, 2017, at the Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave NE, 98155.

Bring It On is a thrilling production that unites an array of Shorecrest's best student talent, from drama to cheer to gymnastics to our state-champion hip hop team!

This powerhouse cast tells an fun, funny, timely story about the pitfalls of competition and the value of teamwork and friendship.

Bring It On is inspired by the movie of the same name, and itself features the combined talent of some Broadway heavy hitters, with music and lyrics by Tony-winners Tom Kitt (Next to Normal) and Lin-Manuel Miranda (creator of a little show called Hamilton).

  • Thursday, May 11th, through Sunday, May 14th
  • Thursday, May 18th, through Sunday, May 21st

Evening performance times are 7:30pm on Thursdays-Saturdays; matinees are at 2:00pm on each Sunday, plus a bonus 2:00pm matinee on the second Saturday of the run, May 20th.

Tickets are $15 at the door, or $12 when reserved in advance.



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Richmond Beach Celebration - four events this weekend


Strawberry Festival, arts and crafts show, car show, Mother's Day plant sale
All these in one weekend!

May 12-14, 2017 in Richmond Beach



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Jobs: Entry level fire fighters

Shoreline Fire Department is establishing a one year hiring list for the position of Entry Level Firefighter/EMT.

This list may be extended for up to 18 months.

Application Packets Accepted:  May 1 – June 1, 2017 (at 4:00 p.m.)

All application information can be found on their website


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Accident closes Aurora from 166th - 175th

A car vs motorcycle this morning around 8am closed down traffic on Aurora from 166th - 175th for the investigation.

The closure was still in effect at 11am.

The scene was cleared and the roadway opened at 1:30pm


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Local tennis team wins national championship

From left, JR Thompson, Michele Karantsavelos, Mary Fox, Captain Sara Kuhl, Dominique Emerson, Charlotte Lohman, Phyllis Jacobs, Liz Smalley.


Members of the 65+ 6.0 Harbor Square tennis team braved temperatures up to 108 degrees, 40 mph swirling winds, matches at 6:30am and 9:30pm to win the national championship in Surprise, Arizona, May 5-7, 2017.

We can't believe we won! We are tough and happy!


All are members of Harbor Square Athletic Club. Sarah, Phyllis and Mary are from Shoreline. Charlotte, Liz and JR are from Edmonds, Michele is from Lake Forest Park, and Dominique is from Whidbey Island.


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Arts workshops for teenagers with physical disabilities



Visit  Express Yourself Seattle  to apply and learn more.


Six free workshops exploring photography, creative writing, public speaking, theater, film-making and visual art, led by local professionals and teachers in Seattle, target teens with disabilities.

The program was created by Izabella Davis, a Junior at Shorecrest High School. Izabella grew up with a physical disability because of a neurological disorder. She is now mobile with only partial paralysis and has made it her mission to give back to other disabled teens.

I want to empower teens with physical disabilities to express themselves through artistic mediums.

Izabella set up the program with grants for funding from the clothing company Ann Taylor and Hillary Clinton's Vital Voices Global Initiative.

People can apply anytime throughout the course of the program, as it isn't mandatory to be able to make all of the sessions.



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Popular Indoor Gardening class comes back to Senior Center Tuesday

She’s back! Instructor Maryellen Swanson is returning with a new project for all indoor and deck gardeners!

After a very popular and well loved class, Maryellen is bringing her special gardening magic to the Shoreline-Senior Center for another fun afternoon!

More Art of Indoor Gardening her second class at Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center.

Instructor Maryellen Swanson will show you how to create your own beautiful indoor gardens that are magical and sustainable; for your patio, deck or indoors.

Cost: $22 for current senior center members $25 for non members. All materials will be provided.

It’s more fun, playing in the dirt! A great spring time activity! Make something amazing for yourself or create a wonderful gift!

The workshop will be Tuesday, May 16th, 1:30-3:30pm in the Senior Center Dining Room, 18560 1st Ave NE #1 - southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus.

Pre-register in person at the Front Desk - or register in advance with a credit card by calling 206-365-1536.



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Heather Fralick announces run for Shoreline School Board

Heather Fralick
School Board candidate
Heather Fralick, a Community College Political Science Instructor, has announced her candidacy for Shoreline School Board, Director District 2.

“I am passionate about ensuring that all students have access to a quality public education,” she said. 
“Our children and residents, as well as our teachers, administrators, and staff, deserve to know they have an advocate who will listen to their concerns and stand up for their interests.”

A resident of Shoreline, Heather is active with the Cascade K-8 PTA. She holds a master’s degree from the Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy, where her thesis focused on K-12 education policy.

“Our children and their education must be our top priority,” said Heather. 
“The Shoreline School District is nationally recognized for numerous high quality programs, and in order to build on this tradition of excellence we need the partnership and support of active board members, community leaders, and educators.”

Heather is the proud product of the K-12 public education system as well as a product of public institutions of higher learning. “We cannot underestimate the value of public education for our children, community and for our society.”

Heather teaches law and political science classes at Cascadia College, Shoreline Community College, and Edmonds Community College.

She previously served as a member of Shoreline’s Economic Development Advisory Committee and as chair of the 2012 Electoral College in Washington State. As an undergraduate at Binghamton University, she served as an intern in the Clerk’s office of the United States Supreme Court.



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Keeping up with the LFP City Council

If you are not able to attend City Council meetings, there are still many ways to keep up with the Lake Forest Park City Council.

Live Video of City Council Regular Meetings

City Council regular meetings are streamed live through the city website and are also broadcast live on the city's government access TV channels.

Now that CenturyLink is also providing cable service in Lake Forest Park, channel 8030 has been dedicated as its government access channel. Comcast continues to broadcast on channel 21.

You can find the video for the most recent Council meeting rebroadcast daily on both TV channels.

Audio and video recordings for most Council meetings are posted on the city's website within a week after each meeting. The recordings are linked to the agenda, so if you want to hear about a certain topic, you can jump directly to that part of the recording.

News and Alerts

There are a variety of ways to stay informed about what's happening in the city:
  • Twitter: @CityofLFP
  • Facebook: City of Lake Forest Park
  • Instagram: City of Lake Forest Park
  • Web/Email/Text: Sign up for news and alerts through email or mobile by visiting the Notify Me website.


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Washington Wild Girl's beginner class starting

Players learn how to stick handle with a puck
Photo by Eric Badeau

The Western Washington Female Hockey Association (WWFHA) hosts a Learn to Play class every Sunday at 10:15am at Highland Ice Arena.

The class teaches girls age 4 - 9 the fundamentals of ice skating and playing the game in a fun, supportive, and playful environment. There are two groups in each class based on skill: Hockey 1 and Hockey 2.

Currently the class includes 43 girls that have never played the sport before and are preparing to join a full-time team in the Fall, or advance to the next level of Learn to Play.

The class accepts players completely new to skating or those those who have previously taken figure skating or hockey lessons. With each session players receive a Washington Wild jersey and pair of hockey socks to keep. Participants also end each class by selecting a sports card depicting one of the Washington Wild players who play on a full-time team and serve as role-models for the younger players.

The next available Learn to Play class starts in October; with a Girls' Try Hockey for Free event planned for September. WWFHA is a non-profit girls' ice hockey association with the mission of empowering girls through the sport of ice hockey. WWFHA Washington Wild teams include players from Washington State, age 4 - 19 years old, on numerous age-specific recreational and elite teams.

More information about the WWFHA Learn to Play program here  More information about WWFHA here.



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Shorecrest tops Shorewood to finish regular softball season

Shorecrest defeated Shorewood in the last regular-season softball game for both teams Tuesday on Shorecrest's home field.

Shorecrest's 14-11 victory clinched a district tournament spot for the Scots.

Shorecrest finishes its​ regular season tied with Lynnwood for fourth place in the six-team Wesco 3A South with a 4-13 Wesco 3A record (6-14 overall) going into a Northwest District tournament game Friday.

Shorewood finished its season with a 2-15 Wesco 3A record (2-17 overall).

Shorecrest went into the game after a 13-0 home loss to Edmonds-Woodway Monday.

Shorewood had a 16-0 loss at Meadowdale Monday in a game shortened to five innings by the mercy rule.



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Shorecrest and SCC students win scholarships from Edmonds Driftwood Players

Edmonds Driftwood Players announced four 2017 scholarship winners from the June Martin Fund, and one recipient of the Ralph Eaton Fund (technical theater). The Board of Directors approved each $500 award on April 24, 2017. 

Alegra Batara is a senior at Shorecrest High School where she excels both academically and theatrically. She plans to obtain her BFA in musical theater. Her theater passion was ignited when cast in "Annie" with Driftwood Theater, and continued for four seasons. She aims to be an activist for Asian-Americans and other people of color not well represented in the arts.

"I first met Alegra as a very talented 11 year old... Through hard work perseverance and intellect, ...her talent has grown in breadth and depth. She exemplifies the best in what a young actor should be. She encourages and empowers her cast mates. She truly is the 'rising tide raising all of the ships'," Mark Press, Music Director EDP and MCT.

Griffin Price attends Shoreline Community College. His passion for music and theater was ignited in high school where he starred in several productions at Wade James Theater. Well rounded in theater, music and academics, he received an Honorable Mention for Best Actor at 5th Avenue Theater, played in Concert Band, and earned a Certificate of Academic Achievement in high school.

"Griffin arrived early to every rehearsal. He maintained a sense of humor and good spirit through the long hours... He could connect and engage, while still being a leader and example. Whether with peers or adults, he showed maturity beyond his years," Morgan Heetbrink, Teacher, Snohomish High School.

Other winners:

Andrew Kim, senior at Edmonds-Woodway High School
Lawrence McDonnell, senior at Blanchet High School
Rebecca Strom, senior at Henry Jackson High School.


Edmonds Driftwood Players is a volunteer-based, 501(c)3 non-profit community theater which has been entertaining and educating the community since 1958.



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Diggin' Shoreline plant sale and Veggie Fest Saturday May 20

Tuesday, May 9, 2017


Diggin’ Shoreline Plant Sale, May 20 at Cromwell Park, 9am - 5pm

Veggie Fest: Free Family-Friendly Fun for Everyone, 12n - 3pm


Diggin’ Shoreline will hold its fifth annual Plant Sale fundraiser on May 20 at Cromwell Park (NE 180th and Meridian Ave N) from 9am to 5pm.

Of course, plant lovers will want to arrive early to purchase veggies, perennials, and annuals grown from heirloom, open-pollinated and certified organic seed. There’ll also be 15 varieties of tomatoes for tomato lovers, hardened off and ready to hit the ground running.

Choose from a great selection of native plants, too. (Cash and personal checks welcome; sorry… no credit cards).

New this Year! Join us for “Veggie Fest”, rain or shine, from 12 Noon to 3pm

Invite your family and friends to join in the fun, undercover, and free of charge:
  • Dance to the live groove-grass music of the bluegrass band, BUZZ BRÜMP in the gazebo.
  • Get your face painted with an awesome bumble bee, butterfly, or hummingbird.
  • Visit with knowledgeable volunteers from the King County Noxious Weeds program.
  • Consult with native plant experts on the best natives suited to your landscape.
Thank you to our loyal followers and volunteers who continue to support Diggin’s work in the community.

Additional volunteers are still needed. If you are interested in volunteering to help at this event, email info@digginshoreline.org, and our volunteer coordinators will contact you.

Diggin’ Shoreline is a local, all-volunteer, 501©3 non-profit organization serving Shoreline and Lake Forest Park. Together, we practice, teach, and learn from each other healthy, sustainable ways to garden and build community, and most of all, have fun!



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On the Mayor's Mind: we are a community that believes in giving back

Chris Roberts, Mayor
City of Shoreline
By Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts

I am proud to live in a community that believes in giving back. We are active in our children’s PTAs, we help clean up our streets and parks, and we donate our time with our neighborhood associations and local community organizations that contribute to our quality of live in Shoreline.

I am very appreciative of all of the individuals who volunteer for Shoreline. Last year, Shoreline volunteers provided over 9,000 reported hours of community service directly for the City. At this year’s volunteer soiree, my favorite volunteer story was about a young student who organized community trash pickup at his elementary school and on his block. He is a great model of service starting early.

We are very fortunate to have fourteen active neighborhood associations in Shoreline. Our neighborhood associations hold ice cream socials, outdoor movie nights, neighborhood potlucks, and strawberry festivals. Our neighborhood associations pull out invasive weeds, organize community art projects, write community newsletters, and organize book drives. These actions and these events bring our community together and improve the livability of our City.

Collectively, representatives of the neighborhood associations meet together monthly as the Council of Neighborhoods to share best practices and community events. Frequently, members of the Shoreline City Council attend Council of Neighborhood meetings to provide City updates and answer questions from the community. I am excited to continue our collaboration with the newly elected leadership of the Council of Neighborhoods: Pete Gerhard, Stephanie Angelis and Dan Dale.

Currently, the City is looking for volunteers to serve on a Sidewalk Advisory Committee. The goal of the committee is to look at how to prioritize and fund different pedestrian improvements and meet 6-8 times between June and April 2018. We are looking for members who represent different community organizations and interests, such as neighborhoods, youth, elderly, mobility for people with physical disabilities, and under-represented communities.

We are also looking for a youth member to serve on the Parks Recreation and Cultural Services / Tree Board. The PRCS board advises the City Council and City staff on a variety of parks and recreation issues including plans and policies, park operation and design, recreation program activities, public art, property acquisition and development of rules and regulations. It also advises the Council on issues related to public tree maintenance and urban forestry.

The application deadline for the Sidewalk Advisory Committee is May 26 and the deadline for the PRCS youth member is May 31.



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Election season has begun - 46th Dems are busy - three meetings this month

State legislative district 46
The 46th District Democrats have scheduled a general meeting and two endorsement meetings in May.

The 46th District is in King County and includes Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, parts of Bothell, and a large portion of NE Seattle. 

Thursday May 18th — General Meeting and Forum (and Endorsement Rules!)

7:00 - 9pm, (doors open at 6:30pm for Meet and Greet / Sign-in)

Seattle Mennonite Church
3120 NE 125th St
Seattle 98125

Saturday May 20th—Endorsement Meeting for races in Lake Forest Park and Kenmore

10:00 am - 1pm (or until business is done)

Church of the Redeemer
6210 181st Street
Kenmore 98028

Thursday May 25th — Endorsement Meeting for Port of Seattle, King County Sheriff, King County Council District 1, and all Seattle offices

6:30 pm (note the time)

Seattle Mennonite Church
3120 NE 125th St
Seattle 98125

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Shoreline Walks: Hamlin Park this Saturday

Free guided walk in Hamlin Park Saturday
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline


Join walk leader Alice Lawson this Saturday, May 13th at 9:00am on a walk through deeply wooded Hamlin Park. 

The guided walk begins at the second parking lot by the picnic shelter off 160th St from 15th NE and will explore several of the trails that run throughout the woods of this gem of a park. The two mile walk is rated “Moderate” and has some hills and uneven terrain offering a great workout but is not suited for wheelchairs or strollers. It will take about an hour.

The free group walk is part of the City of Shoreline’s “Shoreline Walks” community walking program helping Shoreline adults stay active, meet new people (or connect with old friends) and feel safer and more confident exploring our city by foot.

No need to sign up, just show up with your walking shoes!

More information on Shoreline Walks here or call Recreation Specialist Marianne Johnson at 206-801-2638.



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Scene on the Sound: Orcas

Photo copyright Marion Woodfield


Many thanks to Shoreline resident Marion Woodfield for these shots of a pod of orcas hunting off the shore of Richmond Beach just after noon on Monday.

Not sure, but we suspect they may be following the sea lions that were in the same spot a few days ago.

Photo copyright Marion Woodfield

I continue to be shocked at the variety of marine life in our waters. I've lived my entire life around Puget Sound and had no idea until very recently that our waters held six foot sharks, giant octopi, sea lions, seals, orcas - I think we have whales, too.

Where were they hiding all those decades?

Wonder what else is down there....

DKH


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Shorewood ranked among the best high schools in America

Shorewood main entrance
U.S. News and World Report has again recognized Shorewood High School for student achievement in their annual ranking of the nation’s best high schools.

The school has been awarded a silver medal for the news magazine’s 2017 Best High Schools list.

Shorewood ranked 14th of over 600 in the state and 1,188th of over 22,000 nationally.

“I am so pleased for the community to have our school recognized for this level of excellence,” said Shorewood Principal Bill Dunbar. “The recognition is evidence of the incredible work and commitment to student success that our staff, students and families engage in every day.”

Best High Schools ranking information for Shorewood high School

While Shorecrest High School has also been regularly ranked high in the U.S. News and World Report’s Best High Schools List, they were left unranked on this year’s list due to their math and English language arts assessment scores being suppressed by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

In order to protect student privacy, aggregate data must sometimes be withheld from public display when it could potentially be used to identify or derive information about individual students due to a small number of students tested. Because this data was not available for considerations, Shorecrest was unranked in this year’s report.

To create the 2017 Best High Schools rankings, U.S. News worked with RTI International, a North Carolina-based research firm. High schools were evaluated in three stages:
  1. Overall student performance on state-required tests. Students in the schools had to perform better than average to move the school to the next step.
  2. How effectively schools educated their low-income and minority students.
  3. School graduation rate and well they prepared students for college.

High schools that made it through this analysis were then eligible to be ranked nationally, in terms of college readiness. U.S. News determines the degree to which schools prepare students for college-level work by analyzing student success in Advanced Placement, which includes college-level courses.


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Shoreline fire calls May 1-7

Four new Shoreline fire fighters were sworn in
on International Firefighter day. First job?
Collecting money for MDA in Fill the Boot
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

Shoreline fire calls, May 1-7

Aid - 72
Aid Non Emergency - 21
MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) - 1
CMT (Community Medicine Team) - 9
Medic - 26
Cardiac Arrest - 3
AFA (Automatic Fire Alarm) - 5
Natural Gas Commercial - 1 
Service Call - 1 (assist patient with power wheel chair in a ditch)
Smoke/Burn Complaint - 1 (bonfire at beach)
Structure Fire Outbuilding - 1 (lightning strike)



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Gardeners needed to help prepare the Calvin Community Garden

Calvin Community Garden first harvest

Help Diggin’ Shoreline prep Calvin Community Garden for Spring Planting Saturday, May 13 9am - Noon

Volunteers are needed to help Diggin’ Shoreline prepare the Calvin Presbyterian Community Garden for gardeners and food bank gardens. This wonderful garden is located on a flat, sunny site with plenty of parking available.

Drop in any time between 9 and Noon on Saturday to lend a hand. Even an hour of your time is a big help!

The morning’s work will include weeding unclaimed plots and food bank plots, weeding paths, laying burlap and covering with chips. School-age children are welcome with parental supervision. 

This is a great community service opportunity for high school students, too. Be sure to dress for the weather - bring sunscreen, and garden gloves. Also bring digging forks, shovels, and hand tools, if you have them.

Plots are still available to rent for the upcoming season. To inquire about a plot, call 206-542-6181 or email.

The garden is located on the corner of Richmond Beach Road (NE 185th) and 3rd Ave NW. The site is completely ADA accessible, and both the METRO 330 and 331 bus lines stop in front of the garden.



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Take the night off - Parents Night Out



Take a night off!
Your child will spend a fun filled night with our Award-Winning Shorecrest Hip Hop Team!




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Jobs: SCC Associate Dean (Library Services)

Associate Dean (Library Services) at Shoreline Community College

Under the general direction of the Dean of Social Sciences, Library, and Parent Child Center, the Associate Dean of Library Services will provide leadership, vision, direction, and supervision to students, faculty, and staff. The Associate Dean will have responsibility for creation, oversight, and implementation of Library Services goals as they relate to the strategic plan.

Complete description and application



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Reminder to register for the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce May Luncheon this Wednesday

Chamber of Commerce meets
at the Elks Lodge this month
Shoreline Chamber of Commerce May luncheon is this Wednesday starting at noon, with sign-in and informal networking starting at 11.30am. 

First, City Hall comes to us with an economic update, thanks to Economic Development Manager Dan Eernissee. Register now, and bring your questions and your appetite for tacos!

Note new temporary location at the Elks Lodge, 14625 15th Ave NE, 98155. The usual luncheon location is being used for student testing this week.

To see more details and to register online, visit the event webpage. You can also register by email and pay at the door.

After lunch, feel free to join a few of us as we go to City Hall for "Mobile Office Hours" with U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal. Please RSVP separately for that here


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Living Well with Chronic Conditions workshops at Senior Center

Photo by Jon Ann Cruver
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program: (CDSMP) - also known as Living Well with Chronic Conditions.

CDSMP is a 6 week, 2.5 hour workshop that focuses on supporting and providing tools to those living with or caring for someone with a chronic health condition.

During the workshop, participants learn from two trained co-leaders and each other on how to better manage their chronic health conditions through nutrition, exercise, problem solving, and other self-management skills.

Participants who graduate from the program are given a Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions book and Relaxation for Mind and Body CD to help them continue building their skills and self-management both during and after the workshop.

Tuesdays, May 23 to June 27, 10:00am to 12:30pm. No fee, but donations appreciated.

Please preregister for this class at the Senior Center reception desk so they know how many participants to prepare for in each class. There need to be a minimum of 5 participants.

Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE #1, southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus.



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WeatherWatcher: About last week's thunderstorms

A clear line between normal weather and thunder and lightning clouds
Photo by Jan Hansen

On Thursday May 4, the dark side of the force must have heard everyone's "May the 4th be with you" chants. In the photo above you can see the first of several lines of thunderstorms moving in from the south at about 35 mph.

The setup for Thursday started Wednesday morning with a marine air flow bringing dense fog in places, clearing to mostly sunny skies and our highest temperature since September 26, 2016 in at 74.5°F. The marine air brought high dew points, a measure of how much moisture content is in the air.

Thursday brought continued sunny skies into the early afternoon when cold air aloft started making its way in. This, with the high dew points near the surface, sent the CAPE (Convective Available Potential Energy) levels well above normal for the Pacific Northwest, rivaling levels typical of the midwest.

These elevated levels of CAPE caused strong convection over the region in the afternoon. Cumulonimbus clouds (the ones that look like cotton balls) started growing at rapid rates. A normal thunderstorm cloud in this region reaches an average of 20,000 feet in height. Thursday's storms were exceeding the 40,000 ft level, which is very rare for this area.

Over 2,500 cloud to ground lightning strikes were recorded in Western Washington in a 24 hour period.

I always watch dew points as they are a good indicator on a warm sunny day if bad weather is on the horizon. Typically any dew point over 55°F is considered muggy here, and means at least one of the major components for thunderstorm making is present. Dew points are also a good indicator on other weather events, especially in the winter season.

Daily average dew point.
As you can see in the graph above, the dew point soared above 55°F both Wednesday and Thursday last week. Normal dew points typically stay in the 40's.

It was an amazing test of modern forecast models as many of them were predicting this event several days out. 10 years ago this type of system would have gone unnoticed until the afternoon of the event. The intensity of this system, however, was a bit underestimated.

I'd like to point out that though this was a rare event, similar events like this have happened in this region in the past. They are just few and far between.

You can view current dew point temperatures, and other weather conditions live at www.shorelineweather.com



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LFP City Council meetings Thursday

LFP City Hall
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The Council work session at 6pm on Thursday has two topics for discussion: culvert replacements on Lyons Creek and the Traffic Safety Enforcement Plan.

Agenda with links to documents here

The regular council meeting at 7pm will begin with three proclamations:

  1. National Police Week and Peace Officer Memorial Day
  2. National Public Works Week
  3. Affordable Housing Week 

The council will authorize the mayor to sign a contract for consultant for flood mitigation monitoring and amend the surface water utility fund.

They will discuss and possibly act on an authorization to seek consultants for a Transit-Oriented Development and Land Use Subarea Plan for Central Lake Forest Park.

Agenda with links to documents here 

Both meetings are at City Hall, 17425 Ballinger Way, in the Lake Forest Room.



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Opiate Crisis community forum June 7

Monday, May 8, 2017


The Lake Forest Park Municipal Court is sponsoring a Community Forum on the Opiate Crisis in the State of Washington and the Country.

This forum is open to the public and will be held at Third Place Commons from 7pm-8:30pm on June 7, 2017.

Speakers include: 
  • Susan Kingston, Center for Opioid Safety Education, UW Alcohol & Drug Abuse Institute; 
  • Dr. Molly Carney, Ph.D. M.B.A, Executive Director, Evergreen Treatment Services; and 
  • Dr. Steven Freng, Psy.D., MSW, Prevention/Treatment Manager, NW High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area.


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Seattle International Film Festival returns to Shoreline

These films are for YOU Shoreline!
Photo courtesy SIFF


25 films to be shown over nine days May 26 to June 3


The City of Shoreline and Shoreline Community College are pleased to announce the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) will return to Shoreline for the second year in a row. Over 25 screenings will take place May 26 through June 3 at the Shoreline Community College Theater. (See the schedule.)

“We are excited to welcome SIFF to Shoreline for another great year of film,” stated Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts. “Film aficionados from across the region will enjoy the best in international film at Shoreline Community College’s state of the art theater.”

Movie-goers are invited to attend Shoreline Community College’s Opening Night party on Friday, May 26, 6:00-7:30pm to enjoy wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, a meet and greet, and the screening of the film “The Odyssey,” a fascinating look at the life of Jacques Cousteau and his family (show starts at 7:30pm). Opening night tickets are $50 and proceeds will go to scholarships for digital filmmaking and performing arts students. Tickets for single film screenings are $14 each.

“Shoreline Community College is proud to partner with the City of Shoreline to host the northern-most SIFF venue, bringing high quality arts and entertainment to our neighbors and our students,” said Cheryl Roberts, Ed.D., President of Shoreline Community College. 
“Last year we welcomed over 3,000 people to our theater for the Festival and we are thrilled to do it again. Many of our students benefit from classroom visits with SIFF filmmakers and opportunities for hands-on learning during the Festival. It’s a wonderful partnership for all involved.”

With spacious seating for 360, the Shoreline Community College Theater provides a professional-grade viewing experience, featuring 4K digital video projection, surround sound, an orchestra pit, lobby, and concession area. The theater was recently remodeled with a new stage and acoustical curtains, enhanced lighting, paint, carpeting, a new roof, and other upgrades for a premium theater-going experience. Parking is free after 4pm and on weekends.

Bringing the Festival to Shoreline is part of the City and Community College’s ongoing collaboration to grow the media production industry in Shoreline. Launched in 2013, the Shoreline Film Office is growing a local film industry – and the talent to support it – by providing affordable resources to film professionals willing to create in an educational context.

TICKET INFORMATION:

Tickets for Shoreline’s Opening Night are $50 (includes wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, meet and greet, and film screening) and are available for purchase. General admission tickets for film screenings are $14 and may be purchased in advance.



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LFP Farmers Market Mother’s Day Opening – Food Trucks & Fabulous Flowers



The wait is almost over… Sunday, May 14th (10am-3pm) is the big day when the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market opens for the season!

Mother’s Day wouldn’t be the same without the glorious flowers of the LFP Farmers Market and rest assured that there will be a spectacular assortment of colors and arrangements perfect for every mother in your life!

Don’t make Mom cook on Mother’s Day! The Food Truck Extravaganza, which was such a hit last year, will return again for a big opening day so that you can treat mom to a unique and delicious meal, no cooking required.

The delicious assortment of food truck yummies will include familiar favorites like fried chicken, burgers, and fries as well as ethnic delicacies like Cuban sandwiches, chalupitas, and tasty Cajun cuisine. Looking for comfort food? Try a smoky meatloaf sandwich or some fresh, hot donuts made to order.

And of course, the market always offers delicious ready-to-eat treats from Drummin’ Up Wontons, Patty Pan, and Vespucci Pizza. So whatever your tastes, the market and Food Truck Extravaganza are sure to please.

Flowers for Mom!
Needless to say, the market itself will be the highlight of your visit with dozens of returning favorites on the vendor list and some new discoveries, too.

Look for all your favorite fruits and veggie farmers back this year as well as meat and cheese producers from Hidden Rivers Farm, Well Fed Farm, Samish Bay Cheese, and Wilson Fish.

You’ll find loads of other long-awaited friends returning as well including Blue Cottage Jams, Doll House Baked Goods, Proven Bread, JonBoy Caramels, Shen Zen Tea, the Beekeeper’s Secret, Classic Kettle Corn, and many more. YUM!

This week also brings a chance for you to help low-income neighbors who struggle with food insecurity to access healthy, fresh food at the market.

When you GiveBIG to Third Place Commons this week, you can help support the Market Bucks food assistance program.

Through the support of donors like you and partners like the Center for Human Services, the SLFP Senior Center, the Dale Turner YMCA, Hopelink, and local Shoreline Schools, the Market Bucks program empowers kids, families, and seniors in our community to get nutritious and delicious, fresh food at the LFP Farmers Market.

GiveBIG, the Seattle Foundation’s annual day of giving, is Wednesday, May 10th and you can schedule your gift online right now to help your Commons community thrive!

The LFP Farmers Market is presented by Third Place Commons, a community-supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering real community in real space. The market is open from 10am to 3pm every Sunday through October 15th and takes place in the parking lot of LFP Town Center adjacent to City Hall at the intersection of Bothell Way NE and Ballinger Way NE.



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