Native perspective on Battle of Little Big Horn - Graphic Novelist book signing Nov 3 at Arcane Comics

Thursday, October 26, 2017




Writer Jim Berry Discusses Graphic Novel that Explores the Native Perspective on the Battle of the Little Bighorn


The City of Shoreline Public Art Program is proud to welcome Jim Berry, filmmaker, photographer, and writer of the independently developed and released historical graphic novel Of Dust and Blood (2016).

Berry will be at Arcane Comics and More, 15202 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133, on Friday, November 3, 2017, 6:30pm – 8:30pm to sign copies of the book and discuss the process of creating an independently produced and published graphic novel as well as his 20-year career as a photographer and filmmaker (his 16mm short film Aeden, 1998, will be looping continuously).

Berry’s Native American heritage serves as a foundation for his unique approach to documentary and storytelling. He worked on staff with newspapers such at The Seattle Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and The Albuquerque Tribune before an MFA from New York University's graduate film program and a Fulbright in Hungary. He lives in Portland.

Of Dust and Blood features the art of Val Mayerik, veteran comic book artist whose contributions at Marvel included Howard the Duck and Man-Thing, among others.




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Flags at half-staff Saturday

Flag Lowering - 10/30/17 (SSgt. Bryan Black)

Governor Inslee is deeply saddened by the death of Staff Sgt. Bryan Black, 35, and directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in his memory on Monday, October 30, 2017.  Staff Sgt. Black was killed in an ambush in Niger on October 4, 2017.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on October 30, 2017.

Other government entities, citizens and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

Staff Sgt. Black will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery on October 30, 2017.

Please call (360) 239-1317 if you have any questions about this flag lowering.



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Letter to the Editor: Wendy DiPeso corrects earlier letter

To the Editor:

Correction to previous letter.

A notice of foreclosure was posted on the door of 18501 Linden Avenue N. at the time that McGlashan and company owned it. I apologize for confusing foreclosure with bankruptcy.

The point of my letter was to raise questions about who McGlashan is serving – citizens or special interests? - and what kind of community we want – one that exists for developers at the expense of the community, or community-directed development that serves us all? Actions, i.e. votes in council, speak louder than words.

Wendy DiPeso
Shoreline


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Halloween Carnival for families on Saturday



Stop in for a spell at this old-fashioned carnival hosted by Richmond Beach Community Association, sponsored by numerous spooktacular business partners and supported by a City of Shoreline Neighborhood Mini-Grant. Make no bones about it, this event will be brewing with fun! Children of all ages and abilities are welcome. Wear your costume!



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Arcora Foundation expects 4,000 patients at massive free clinic Oct 26-29



The Arcora Foundation and its mobile dental clinic, the SmileMobile, will join an estimated 4,000 volunteers and organizations at the 2017 Seattle/King County Clinic, a large-scale effort to deliver free health care at Seattle Center.

The Seattle/King County Clinic, organized by Seattle Center and Seattle Center Foundation, is expected to provide dental, medical and vision care to upwards of 4,000 individuals at no cost from October 26-29. As in the previous three years, organizers anticipate that the majority of patients will seek dental treatments. The Clinic’s dental services include extractions, fillings, cleanings, crowns and root canals.

Patients from all four corners of Washington State flock to the pop-up clinic for care each year, but an overwhelming majority (76 percent in 2016) reported living in King County, including the communities of Seattle, Lake Forest Park, Bellevue, Auburn and Shoreline.

“In spite of our region’s economic prosperity, unmet healthcare needs persist in King County,” said King County Councilmember and Board of Health Chair Rod Dembowski. “The Seattle/King County Clinic is a testament to our community’s unwavering commitment to compassionately addressing the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors.”

This is the fourth consecutive year of the Seattle/King County Clinic. Last year, 2,485 patients received an estimated $2.06 million in dental care, with extractions being the most common dental procedure. Overall, the Clinic served 4,492 patients and provided a total of $3.9 million in dental, vision and medical care.

“The Seattle/King County Clinic provides important short-term relief for the people, but the need is great,” said Arcora Foundation President and CEO Diane Oakes. “Our state should have a system that ensures everyone has access to oral health care. Oral health is essential to overall health and wellbeing."

The Seattle/King County Clinic will operate October 26-29 at Seattle Center. Admission tickets are distributed in Fisher Pavilion. Doors open at 12:30 midnight each day for shelter and waiting. The free admission tickets are given first come, first served starting at 5am each morning. Patients are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing, and bring food, water and any medications they need to take during the day.

More information here

Arcora Foundation, formerly Washington Dental Service Foundation, is founded and sustained by Delta Dental of Washington, a nonprofit organization that is the leading dental benefits company in the state. Arcora is dedicated to improving overall health through sustainable programs and public policies that improve oral health.



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Haller Lake Baptist Harvest Festival Saturday evening


EVERYONE INVITED! (ALL AGES)

COMMUNITY HARVEST FESTIVAL
(COSTUME PARTY)

OCTOBER 28, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

TRUNK-OR-TREATING (IN PARKING LOT)

CRAFTS     PICTURES     CANDY & SNACKS


GAMES 

HALLER LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH (LOWER LEVEL)

SEATTLE WA 98133
206-364-1811



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Final removal of blackberry vines, ivy and bindweed along creek in initial Twin Ponds Restoration Site

Thornton Creek in Twin Ponds Park
Photo by Vicki Westberg


The southern end of Twin Ponds Park will be the site of a volunteer work party on Saturday, October 28 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. 

Volunteers will remove the final weedy vines in the first section along Thornton Creek. This will clear the way for streamside native shrubs and trees to be planted in November. Stewards trained in environmental restoration by the Washington Native Plant Society are leading this event to recover valuable habitat along Thornton creek.

This riparian area and wetland once sheltered spawning salmon and still hosts a few beautiful native shrubs that were uncovered beneath the mounds of invasive weeds. The restoration team expects that the area will again host more birds, frogs, small fish, mammals, flowering shrubs, willow trees and much more. A reclining willow tree that was recently uncovered put out new shoots when the vines were removed, showing that volunteers can have an immediate impact on this habitat.

Wear long sleeves and long pants, hats and gloves. Bring water, boots, rain gear and your own tools if you have them. Some gloves, tools and water will be provided.

Park in the lot at the southern end of the park across from Aegis Assisted Living. (Avoid the lot at 155th St.) Contact us to let us know you are coming or for questions you may have.



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Letter to the Editor: Jill Brady is the perfect person to serve as our next School Board member

To the Editor,

I am forever grateful to be a product of our Shoreline schools. While growing up, my mother taught at three elementary schools and my father was a teacher, coach, Vice-Principal and Athletic Director for the Shoreline School District. I followed their footsteps and feel honored to be a teacher in our district. My husband and I moved to Shoreline specifically for the schools, and we currently have three children, one each at Syre, Einstein and Shorewood. These schools are incredible with amazing teachers and administrators. It is of paramount importance to continue this rich tradition by creating a positive environment for every student and teacher. I believe great teachers and schools can change the world. To carry this tradition, our community needs effective leaders, and JILL BRADY is the perfect person to serve as our next School Board member!

I met Jill when our children were at Shorenorth co-op 16 years ago and she served on the Board supporting our youngest students. I liked her immediately. She was passionate about public education, as well as insightful, thoughtful, empathetic and energetic. I supported her over the years as she sat on multiple school district committees, worked tirelessly in PTA, served 6 years as Trustee/Co-President of the Shoreline Public Schools Foundation, and coordinated crucial bond/levy campaigns. Jill knows our schools, listens, and both understands the issues and works to find solutions. She is simply the best fit for our School Board.

I care about our city and its education system. I care about the future of our precious students and Shoreline families. I care about the support of our incredible teachers and administrators. Every aspect of our community will be affected by this election.  This is why I am voting for Jill. Join me and support Jill Brady for Shoreline School Board!

Kristi Gustafson Lin
Shoreline



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2017 Election: New Washington voters can register through 4:30pm Monday

By Evan Smith

New Washington voters can register through 4:30pm Monday, October 30, to vote in the November 7 election, but they must register in person at either the King County Elections Office in Renton or the King County Elections Voter Registration Annex in downtown Seattle.

The County elections office is at 919 SW Grady Way, Renton. The registration annex is at the King County Administration Building, 500 4th Ave, Room 440, Seattle.

The elections office in Renton is open Friday and Monday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. The registration annex is open Friday and Monday from 8:30am to 1pm and 2pm to 4:30pm.

Voters who register in person can either get a ballot by mail or vote on accessible machines at the elections offices if they choose to wait for their registration to be validated through the state voter registration database, a wait that requires a few minutes.

The deadline to register online or by mail or for currently registered Washington voters to update their addresses was October 9.

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



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Letter to the Editor: Shout out to City of Shoreline Public Works

To the Editor:

I don't think our City employees get noticed often enough for their great work. In the last couple of years, we have had a pothole problem on our street and both times the City's Public Works department has responded to fix it within 24 hours of my calling them.

They are personable and helpful on the phone, and I just want to appreciate them.

We are lucky to have people like this working for us in our community.

David R Matthews
Shoreline


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A Place at the Table - Turning Point Auction


A Place At The Table, November 4, 2017, 6:00pm
Shoreline Community College PUB, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133


By Jessica Ketola

I fell in love with Turning Point ten years ago as I drove a vanload of these loud, crazy, wonderful youth from Ballinger Homes to a weekly basketball camp. I knew nothing about basketball, but I learned to care very deeply about these wild and yet delightful girls whose families had bravely come here from Vietnam, Afghanistan, Eretria and the Ukraine. Today, I am a board member and I have had the privilege of seeing these same young women grow up, graduate university and give back to the community. And I am incredibly grateful that I continue to be a part of such a wonderful organization and invest in the lives of youth.

As I sit with students every week, I am aware more than ever before that we need each other. Our primary program is Homework Factory, an after school tutoring program offered three days a week throughout the school year, serving many diverse and immigrant students in the Shoreline elementary schools. Many parents today feel at a loss to help their children with homework today with all the new math and methods of learning. Imagine the challenge of parents whose primary language is not English. Turning Point, then, is a vital program for many families in Shoreline, helping students succeed in school with individualized instruction and one on one tutoring. Along with the education comes many other benefits that include mentoring, a healthy snack, a free after school activity for working parents, and a fabric of care that is created as parents, neighbors, volunteers and students come together and share community. So that everyone has a place and a voice at the table.

On November 4th, you are invited to join us and to make a difference in the lives of children in your neighborhood!

And what a powerful moment this is.

To celebrate diversity, to work towards equity, and to invest in the education of our youth so that every student in our community can thrive! Because of our work over the last decade, we believe that we are well poised to meet the growing and urgent needs of diverse, low-income, and immigrant youth and families today. We also know that there are many of you who strongly believe in our mission and who are passionate about partnering with us in this important work.

Be a part of this significant moment.

Join us for an important, fun, and meaningful night on November 4th, 2017 as we host our Annual Benefit Auction and Gala. See what happens when we join together to create a community where everyone has a place at the table.

Get your tickets today!



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Letter to the Editor: Keith McGlashan rebuttal

To the Editor:

Wendy DiPeso claims to know my history, but she has got it very wrong. (See DiPeso letter)

Wendy says that I asked for a rezone to add height to an apartment building that I was planning, along with my partners, to build on our land. We did not change to add more height. We requested a rezone because the zoning at the time required units to be at least 2000 sq. ft. Not normal for apartments, and not affordable for renters. The rezone that we requested was consistent with the growth management act placing housing near transit. I supported those goals then, and I always will. Transit oriented development makes sense for our environment and for traffic congestion; it provides affordable housing near transit, reducing the need for cars.

Our development failed because although approved by the planning commission, the majority of council (some of the same people who are now supporting my opponent) held the rezone up for over two years. By the time it passed we lost our financing due to the recession: the project was never built. I needed work to pay off the massive debts that were left. I chose real estate because I love to match people and places and I love to promote Shoreline to new families.

I never voted on a rezone that effected property that I had an interest in. I have always recused myself, though the city attorney told me that I didn’t have to. It goes without saying, but I will say it. I never lobbied any council or planning commission member for special treatment on any zoning issue.

During the recent rezones I did not have any property listings within those areas and I do not market my business within the rezone areas.

I have never filed for bankruptcy!

Keith McGlashan
Shoreline


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Classifieds: Revised agenda for Ronald Commissioners meeting Oct 26

RONALD WASTEWATER DISTRICT
SPECIAL MEETING REVISED AGENDA

October 26, 2017, 2:30 p.m.

District Office 17500 Linden Avenue North, Shoreline, WA 98133

1. Public Comment: 3 minutes for individual, 5 minutes for agency representative

2. Possible Selection of District Administrator: Discuss/Provide Decision

May include interviews and/or Executive session pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)

3. Discussion of Changes to District Website/Electronic Mail Issues Discuss

4. Conclusion



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Classifieds: Special Meeting notice - Fire Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners of the Shoreline Fire Department
Special Meeting Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Shoreline Fire Department
Shoreline Washington 98133




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2017 Northwest Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale Nov 4 in Seattle


2017 Northwest Orchid Society Fall Show and Sale

Saturday, Nov.4 (9 am to 5 pm) and Sunday, Nov. 5 (10 am to 4 pm) 
Admission: Free 

The Northwest Orchid Society presents its 2017 Fall Orchid Show and Sale. Hosted by Swansons Nursery, this regional show features breathtaking orchid displays by orchid societies from throughout the Pacific Northwest and orchid vendors in attendance. Superior orchid specimens will be competing for coveted awards issued by accredited judges from the American Orchid Society.

The show program includes free seminars by experts on various subjects pertaining to orchid cultivation. Members of the public are encouraged to bring orchids from home for a free repotting service and/or advice for struggling orchids. Knowledgeable volunteers from the Northwest Orchid Society will be available to answer questions for show attendees.

Several vendors, both local and visiting from out of state, will have a fine selection of orchids available for purchase. The plants for sale range from excellent quality beginner level plants for the home to rare collectable specimens.

A complete list of vendors and seminar schedule will be posted on the society’s website and on the Northwest Orchid Society Facebook page.

The NWOS is a regional non-profit organization focusing on orchid education and conservation, with members throughout the Puget Sound area. It meets the second Monday of every month at 7pm from September through June at the Center for Urban Horticulture (3501 NE 41st St., Seattle, near University Village). Membership is $30/year. Meetings are free and open to the general public.



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Warriors beat Scots in volleyball

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

E-W's Maddie McMahon with a spike while Shorecrest's defenders
 #3 Audrey Dietz and #6 Claire Perrin look to block the ball.
Photo by Jonah Wallace courtesy My Edmonds News


Edmonds-Woodway High School’s volleyball started off slow against Shorecrest Tuesday night, October 24, 2017 but was able to overcome the Scots in four games (20-25, 26-24, 25-19, 25-15).



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Varsity girls soccer: Warriors defeat T-Birds 2-0

Photo courtesy My Edmonds News
EW's Lexi Catton battles Shorewood's Grace Morehouse


Edmonds-Woodway’s girls soccer team defeated Shorewood Tuesday night, October 24, 2017, 2-0. It was a home game and senior night for the Warriors.



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Tour Anderson Plaza senior assisted living



The Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center is facilitating tours of local Senior Living Facilities. Learn more about their services and living options before you are in a crisis situation.

Each facility will provide transportation from the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park senior center to their site. All tours include lunch.

We hope you, your family and friends will take advantage of this great opportunity to see “what’s out there”.

Reservations are a MUST! Spaces are limited, so make your reservations early!

Call the Senior Center at 206-365-1536 or come to the Center at:

18560 1st Ave NE #1, Shoreline 8:30 am-3:30pm, Monday – Friday



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Shoreline Community College Foundation hosts breakfast to raise scholarship funds for students



Shoreline Community College Foundation will host its 20th Annual Student Success Community Breakfast on November 2. The breakfast is the Foundation’s primary event for raising scholarships and emergency assistance funds for Shoreline students in need. This helps deserving students remove barriers and achieve success in their educational and career goals.

Attendees will enjoy a full hot breakfast while they listen to music from the College’s talented band Funk ‘n Groove. Emceed by Jim Dever from KING5 TV, the event also features several student speakers.

“Hearing the students’ stories and what the scholarships mean to them is always the favorite part of the event,” said Mary Brueggeman, VP of Advancement and Executive Director of the Foundation.

In the 2017-18 school year, the Foundation awarded $149,000 in scholarships and also raises funds for financial emergencies for students which would otherwise result in them having to drop out of school without the assistance.

The breakfast is open to the public and attended by many community members. Tickets are $50 or $500 for a table of 8 and may be purchased online.

Businesses and individuals are also invited to sponsor the event by contacting Mary Brueggeman.



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Museum accepting applications for 2017-2018 High School STEM Residency Programs

Western Aerospace Scholars watch with anticipation as one of their model rockets is about to be launched.
Photo courtesy Museum of Flight.


The Western Aerospace Scholars program is a distance-learning and summer residency program for Montana, Oregon and Washington state high school juniors. The STEM-based program focuses on space exploration, and has online components and residencies allowing students to learn from industry professionals, NASA scientists, university students and STEM educators.

The deadline for high school students to apply for one of the Museum's premiere residency education programs is November 3.

The top performing Washington scholars will be invited to participate in a six-day Summer Residency at the Museum in summer 2018, while Oregon and Montana scholars will attend residencies in those states during summer 2018. Both programs are part of the Museum's Boeing Academy for STEM Learning. Complete information is online, or contact was@museumofflight.org

Just for Fun: Tour the Virtual Museum of Flight



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Photos: Dramatic foliage on Blue Bridges

Photo by Brenda Kent

The foliage on the walls of the Blue Bridges at 155th and Aurora is very dramatic at this time of year.


Photo by Brenda Kent

The walls themselves are public art, part of the bridge design by artist Vicki Scuri.


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North City Post Office: Good News - Bad News

Current post offices. North City, in the center of the map
will be closed December 31, 2017


By Diane Hettrick

Greg Shelton, from the U.S. Postal Service Real Estate division in Colorado, held a meeting on Monday evening at Shoreline City Hall to inform patrons of the plans for the North City Post Office functions.

As you may recall, the North City Post Office is on land the Federal postal service leased from a private owner. The private owner sold the land to new owners, who are developing the property and building an apartment building on the site. The area is zoned Commercial Business. (see previous article)

The Good News:
  • No employee will lose their job. The work still needs to be done - it will just be done in a different location. They will probably be inconvenienced during the process and parking may be a challenge.
  • Postal box holders will be able to keep their addresses and get their mail.
  • Residential customers will not notice any difference in mail delivery.
  • They have the capability to move the entire North City operation in one day and be up and running the next.
The Bad News:
  • They have to vacate the current premises at NE 175th and 15th NE in North City on December 31, 2017.
  • They have no prospects for a new site.
  • They absolutely cannot stay past December 31. The building will be demolished right after the first of the year.
  • They cannot lease space in the new building. They asked. 
They need space for both retail operations and carriers. Retail refers to the postal boxes and the counter. "Carriers" refers to the employees who sort and deliver the mail and their vehicles.

They would need 19,648 sq ft for everything, with parking for customers, employees, and the carrier vans. Retail alone would be 4,329 sq ft with parking for about 25. Carrier only would be 15,785 sq ft with parking for about 125.

There are a lot of ideas under consideration.
  • Move to one or two temporary locations while continuing to search for a permanent location.
  • Lease some space for the postal boxes to sit in large units like those used in apartment buildings.
  • Lease some space to set up a drive-through for blue collection bins.
  • Direct people to the existing blue bins around the city.
  • Direct people to other post offices to drop off their mail.
They are open to leasing or buying property. They are pretty desperate for ideas and welcome input from the community. If you know of possible locations, mail them to:
U.S. Postal Service
Attn: Greg Shelton - Shoreline
200 E. Kentucky Ave
Denver CO 80209-9950
Monday is a start of a 30 day comment period, which would go to the same address.

Shelton is working with CBRE and went out looking at property on Monday. Some possibilities - the former Office Depot in Mountlake Terrace just off Ballinger Way. There is some empty space in Ballinger Village. Gateway Plaza has a large available space previously occupied by a liquor store and a handbag store; however the parking is already full there. Parkwood Plaza, 15200 Aurora, has space but it's very close to the Bitter Lake post office. The current police station on 185th is a real possibility, but it won't be available until May. 

Aurora Square was on the list but crossed off because Sears has leased the space. However, there are other spaces in that complex and a lot of parking and loading docks.

Shelton said that perhaps the North (Brugger's Bog) maintenance yard could be used to park carriers.

Other ideas that were rejected:
  • No, you can't use the church property on 15th NE. North City Water District is in full swing planning for that site.
  • You might be able to negotiate with the water district for use of their old maintenance facility but it's too small for them, so would not be big enough for the post office.
  • Fircrest belongs the the state. DSHS has their own ideas for the property.
  • The open land by the Blue Bridges is already in the permitting process.

Shelton seemed unaware that there was another city in the 98155 zip code and had not contacted the City of Lake Forest Park, but said he would. 

They will send notices to Shoreline Area News for publication to let people know where to pick up their mail.

Members of the audience had a variety of concerns. A business owner said he had to have uninterrupted access to his postal box. An employee of the state public health lab next to Fircrest was concerned about mailing and receiving their samples for newborn testing. A snowbird said she was leaving town in December and having the post office hold her mail until April. "How will I know where to pick it up?" (I gave her my card).

Rep. Pramila Jayapal's representative was there to see if there was anything her office could do to help. Shoreline City Manager Debbie Tarry was there.

This looks to be a long process. Watch this space.

Updated 10-25-17 with more Bad News points
Correction: the reference was to the North Maintenance Yard, not the Hamlin Park yard

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Wildlife in Shoreline: Oh deer, deer

Photo by Marian Thom


Marian Thom didn't have to leave her house in Innis Arden to get this photo. She just looked out her window.

This is the same neighborhood where the large buck was sauntering down the streets in July.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Halloween is coming...



Whooooooo - Halloween is coming and all sort of creatures will be loose to roam our world...



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Classifieds: Shoreline Fire Notice of Public Hearing

Shoreline Fire Department
Notice of Public Hearing
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Shoreline Fire Station 61
Shoreline WA 98133



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Volunteering for justice: County Council celebrates Pro Bono Week


“Jorge L. Barón, Executive Director, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (holding proclamation), is joined by Councilmembers and attorneys representing the King County Bar Association, Eastside Legal Assistance and the Washington State Bar Association after the Council declared October 22–28 as Pro Bono Week in King County.”



The Metropolitan King County Council has proclaimed the week of October 22–28 as “Pro Bono Week” in honor of those who volunteer their time pro bono to provide legal services to individuals and families in need.

“Recognizing Pro Bono week highlights the importance of providing legal representation to those in our community most in need,” said Council Vice Chair Reagan Dunn, co-sponsor of the proclamation. “I’d like to thank the attorneys in our region who dedicate their time and talent for the benefit of others and encourage others to participate in this worthy cause.”

“Many of the most meaningful experiences of my legal career came from my service as a pro bono attorney representing domestic violence survivors, and working on cases regarding immigration and family law disputes,” said proclamation co-sponsor Vice Chair Rod Dembowski. 
“It is an honor to highlight the tireless work done by pro bono attorneys, on behalf of our most vulnerable. Our justice system is better for everyone, as a result of their efforts and dedication.”

In 2016, over 345,525 hours of volunteer legal help was provided to individuals and families. According to a recent civil legal needs study commissioned by the Washington Supreme Court, seven in ten low-income households in Washington State face at least one significant civil legal problem each year. Since 2003, the average number of legal problems per household has more than tripled.

Law schools throughout the state have developed a strong culture of service through pro bono programs that help provide their students gain real world experience. Private firms offer support to legal aid organizations through partnerships that encourage pro bono – which the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) and the King County Bar Association promote.

King County has stepped up to support legal services in recent years due to declining federal support and stagnant state funding. The County’s role has enabled legal aid organizations to leverage support through unique partnerships.



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Letter to the Editor: An historical perspective on Councilmember Keith McGlashan’s record

To the Editor:

Did you know the current site of the Shoreline Historical Museum, 18501 Linden Ave N, was once the site of a major controversy in Shoreline? Here’s what happened:

McGlashan and a partner proposed to redevelop the property. The City allowed the property to be rezoned so the project could move forward. Then, McGlashan and company changed the proposal to add more stories. The proposed height and square footage increases required improved water infrastructure for firefighting, but McGlashan failed to consider the higher costs, which, combined with the recession, ended his plans. McGlashan filed for bankruptcy.

As far as I know, McGlashan did not overtly try to influence City Staff, but he did not have to. The fact he was a Council member was enough to influence decisions by the Shoreline Planning Department and fellow Councilmembers. They approved everything he requested over the vocal opposition of citizens, who objected to the project’s size and location. Was this a conflict of interest?

The City Council has since up-zoned vast areas to force land use changes around the two Sound Transit stations to be built in Shoreline, in spite of strong citizen opposition. Did you know McGlashan studied for his broker’s license while voting on the zoning changes? Every real estate transaction generates income for the broker involved. McGlashan is now a broker. Is McGlashan hoping to cash in after supporting the upzones?

Do you want a City Government run for and by real estate interests and developers?

McGlashan failed to listen to us about the Museum Property development or about the upzones. Is there any reason to believe he will listen in the future?

If you want a City Government run for the community it is elected to serve - Jin-Ah is listening.

Wendy DiPeso
Shoreline

Note: Keith McGlashan rebuttal letter here
Wendy DiPeso correction letter here

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Letter to the Editor: Leave the Trump tactics of campaigning out of Shoreline

To the Editor:

I was very frustrated to see the campaign flyer from candidate Kim that falsely accuses Keith McGlashan of “backroom deals” to benefit developers. Keith is a pillar of Shoreline, having devoted his time to many causes such as Shoreline Schools, Teen Hope Center and the social safety net programs funded by the Northshore/ Shoreline Community Networks to name a few. He has proven his commitment and integrity time and again.

Everyone knows that Point Wells is permitted by Snohomish County, not Shoreline, and that the city of Shoreline has done everything they can to minimize the scope and impact of the proposed development, including an emergency ordinance to reduce the road capacity on Richmond Beach road that Keith signed into law (which in turn reduces the amount of housing that can be built at the end of the road).

Ms. Kim is lying and smearing a good man in a cheap attempt to get votes from people who do not know the true story. Keith McGlashan has won numerous awards for his community service and excellence in ethics. I don’t want to see these Trumpian political tactics win in Shoreline. Please take the time to see through the lies perpetuated by candidate Kim and vote for the candidate who has proven integrity.

Shalane Miller
Shoreline


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Sno-Isle Genealogical Society meets Nov 1 at Mountlake Terrace Library

Mary Kircher Roddy
Genealogist
Sno-Isle Genealogical Society meets Wednesday, November 1, 6:30pm, at the LDS Family History library, 22015 48th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace.

Program at 7pm by Mary Kircher Roddy, whose topic is "A Decree of Temporary Divorce- My Life Without Ancestry.com".

Mary will explore free substitute records. Guests are welcome. For more informaltion call 425-775-6267 Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday from 11am - 3pm.

Volunteer!
Are you interested in history and have computer skills? A wonderful volunteer opportunity awaits someone interested in being an intern at the Sno-Isle Genealogical Research Library in Heritage Park, Lynnwood. This is a good way for a student to earn community service hours. For more information, call 425-775-6267 on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday from 11am - 3pm.



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Faiz Khan advances as #1 singles seed to district tennis tournament

Coach Robert Mann, Faiz Khan, Reed Tangeman, Ben Silber


Sub-District Results for Shorecrest 10/23-10/24 at Glacier Peak

Shorecrest's Faiz Khan will advance as the #1 seed and Reed Tangeman and Ben Silbert will advance as the #2 seed in the district tournament. Matches will be played at 1pm at Arlington High School on October 26-27.

Singles

Faiz Khan (SC)
d. Andre Stransky (Edmonds-Woodway) 6-4, 6-1 (Quarterfinals)
d. Gunnar Thorstenson (Shorewood) 6-3, 6-1 (Semi-Finals)
d. Colin Weller (Squalicum) 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-3 (Finals)

Doubles

Reed Tangeman/Silber (SC)
d. Jason Mutac/Tim Shepel (Lynnwood) 6-0, 6-0 (Round of 16)
d. Harrison Steiner/Drew Boland (Edmonds-Woodway) 6-1, 6-2 (Quarterfinals)
d. Djelli Berisha/Ryan Johnson (Meadowdale) 7-6(4), 6-0 (Semi-Finals)
lost to Steven Lin/Andrew Counter (Shorewood) 6-1, 6-3

--Coach Rob Mann



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Don't worry about the gunfire from Town Center Wednesday night

A previous Active Shooter drill
Photo courtesy NS Fire
On October 25, 2017, from approximately 9:00pm to 3:00am, the Lake Forest Park Police Department and Northshore Fire Department are conducting a joint training exercise for active shooter responses.

This training will occur in a closed-off area of the mall (Town Center at Lake Forest Park).

For safety reasons, this training is not open to members of the public.

You may hear loud sounds, including yelling, screaming, and simulated gunfire.

These are important tools to assist law enforcement and fire/rescue personnel in working through their training effectively.

You may see police and fire vehicles parked in the lower part of the mall for staging and training purposes.

Echoes bounce around the hills of Lake Forest Park, so the sounds may seem to be very close to you.


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Letter to the Editor: Join me in voting for Jill Brady

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

To the Editor:

I am endorsing Jill Brady for Shoreline School Board, Pos. #2.

I have known Jill for years. Her background is similar to mine, one that served me well as a 12-year board member, and now as School Board President.

Jill was active in many PTA roles at all levels; she was Shoreline Public Schools Foundation co-president; she participated in district committees and bond and levy campaigns. Jill has demonstrated a high level of commitment to the District.

Jill can relate to parental concerns. As a parent in the school system (son 2017 graduate, daughter at Shorecrest), she has had those same questions and concerns, navigating the “gauntlet” from elementary to middle to high school and beyond. Jill has the wisdom that comes with experience and historical perspective.

Adjusting to the new state budget, increasing enrollment, meeting state mandates, constructing new school buildings will be challenging in coming years. Jill’s UW business degree and comfort with big budgets, HR, and organizational management, have prepared her for difficult decisions.

Shoreline District serves both Shoreline and LFP. Like me, Jill is a homeowner, voter, and taxpayer in LFP. While not required (Pos. #2 includes most of LFP and a corner of Shoreline), I think it important to have LFP representation on the Board. I was that sole voice for the last 12 years. Jill is acquainted with the issues unique to the LFP citizenry.

I will miss the challenges and the people I have had the privilege of working with. But when it comes time to relinquish my chair, I am confident that the District will be in good hands with Jill. Her extensive background, deep roots, and broad understanding of Shoreline priorities have prepared her well for this important work.

Please join me in voting for Jill Brady for School Board, Pos. #2.

Debi Ehrlichman
Lake Forest Park


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King's Holiday Show in Shoreline Nov 14 with 75 vendors

Back by popular demand, the King’s Holiday Show returns to Shoreline again this year.

At this one-day extravaganza, over 75 vendors from the greater Seattle area will offer gifts for everyone on your list. More than half the booths feature local businesses while the other half are filled with emerging, student entrepreneurs.

Popular brands such as Funko, GlassyBaby, and See’s Candy will be featured, and unique handcrafted gifts including candles, caramels, and holiday decorations will be available.

Local restaurants and services will also have a presence at the Holiday Show. Make your way to King’s Garden Gym -- 19400 Greenwood Ave N in Shoreline -- on November 14, 2017. The festivities begin at 10:30am and continue until 3:00pm.

Building on the popularity of past Holiday Shows, a crowd of over 1,000 shoppers of all ages is expected. This event is brought to you by King’s High School DECA, a program dedicated to preparing emerging leaders for real-world problems. All proceeds return to this impactful youth leadership program.

With such a wide variety of products and services offered at the Holiday Show, Funko CEO Brian Mariotti adds, "There's something that's going to get somebody hooked.”

Founded in 1950, King’s Schools is an independent, interdenominational Christian school for students from preschool to grade 12.

If you’d like more information about this event or to book a booth for your business, contact Marian Morris at 206-546-7241 or email Marian.



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Halloween starts Saturday at Third Place Commons with dance, music, candy, & costumes

Swing dance with Rainy City Riff Raff


What’s orange and black and fun all over? Halloween at Third Place Commons, of course, where the festivities start Saturday, October 28th at 2pm with the first of three family-friendly events.

The 7th annual Halloween Hafla, presented by the SilkRain Dance Company at 2pm, is a lively, colorful, Halloween-themed belly dance show that will delight and surprise one and all.


Then, don’t go far because at 7:30pm it’s time for a big Halloween Dance Party, which has become a beloved annual tradition at the Commons. This year the Commons welcomes popular favorites Rainy City Riff Raff who will thrill the crowd with their creepy costumes as well as their roof-shaking, soulful renditions of more popular tunes than you can wave a witch’s broom at. It will be a night of magical music that’s sure to spook you out and get your feet moving at the same time!

Feeling in the Halloween spirit? Be sure to wear your costume and join in the just-for-fun Costume Contest. There will be silly prizes, and more importantly bragging rights, on the line so wear your scariest, goofiest, or cleverest duds for the occasion.

Whether you opt to come in costume or come as you are, you won’t want to miss this ghoulishly good time at the haunted hootenanny, so grab the whole family and head to the Commons. The show starts at 7:30pm on Saturday night and all are welcome!



Finally, the Halloween festivities end in a grand finale on Tuesday, October 31st – Halloween night. 

Highlights include trick-or-treating for costumed kiddos across Lake Forest Park Town Center from 4 to 6pm, followed by a Halloween show by magician Louie Foxx at 6pm.

Known as the one-man side show, Louie Foxx has appeared on everything from New Day Northwest to America’s Got Talent and received rave reviews each time. Louie will be serving up magic, comedy, cowboy tricks, and more, plus some special Halloween surprises that are guaranteed to entertain kids of all ages!

Halloween at the Commons featuring Louie Foxx is sponsored in part by the good folks at the Friends of the Lake Forest Park Library, so thanks to them for making this fantastic, family event possible. And remember that events at Third Place Commons are always free and open to everyone, so join in the fun!

Third Place Commons is a community-supported nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering real community in real space. Third Place Commons is located in Lake Forest Park Town Center at 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155.



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Photos: We still have fall leaves

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Every day that we have fall color is such a treat. It feels like we are living on borrowed time. Soon the rains will pound the leaves into mush on the ground so we have to appreciate them while they are still on the trees.

Here's a bonus photo - close up of a kasura tree.

Photo by Shirley Sidell

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City Meditation Crew in Hamlin Park

Photo by Nat Seymour

The City Meditation Crew - or at least one of them - led a guided meditation in Hamlin Park on Sunday. It was originally scheduled for Saturday, but postponed because of the weather.

Photo by Steven H. Robinson


Two groups, morning and afternoon, participated in the Many Colors of Green event, meditating and then looking for and taking photographs of greenery in the park.

CMC will sample workshop participant photographs of greenery to create large scale banner artworks in the coming months.

Photo by Steven H. Robinson


The Crew is a performance art group which does events all over the U.S. to "call attention to local water ways, landscapes, and community interests via silent, moment-to-moment experiences rooted in the arts, culture and well-being for planet and society.”

The event was hosted by the Shoreline Public Art Program and Shoreline Walks Program.

Funding for City Meditation Crew’s Shoreline Walks event is made possible, in part, with a generous grant from 4Culture’s Tech-Specific Program and Michigan Technological University.

10-26-17 Updated with correct name of Michigan Technological University.

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Letter to the Editor: Deceitful flyer

To the Editor,

Wow! I just saw Jin-Ah Kim's campaign flyer where she smears Keith McGlashan's record on Pt. Wells, saying "He was Mayor when the Pt. Wells development was approved", and asking "How can we trust Keith to make the right decisions for Shoreline?".

What she doesn't say is that Pt. Wells is in Snohomish County, and Shoreline had absolutely no control over whether Snohomish approved it.

I am appalled by this intentionally misleading, deceitful flyer.

I wasn't going to vote for Ms. Kim anyway, but it was because of policy, not character. Until today, I was actually quite impressed with her character - it takes real guts to be publicly open about being a recovering heroin addict, and I admire Ms. Kim for doing that.

However, Ms. Kim supports government-sponsored heroin injection sites, which, in addition to being illegal, will do nothing to alleviate our region's terrible problem with dangerous, street-dwelling drug addicts.

Now I will add poor character to my list of reasons not to vote for her.

Maggie Willson
Shoreline



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Seattle GenR: The Young Professionals’ Voice of Compassion - Wednesday morning at SCC

Seattle GenR: The Young Professionals’ Voice of Compassion - presentation by Simon Walker, President (Shoreline CC, 2012; UW Jackson School, 2015)

Wednesday, October 25, 2017, 11:30am – 12:30pm Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Room 9208 PUB. There is a small fee for parking on campus during the daytime.

GenR— short for Generation Rescue— is a group of young, influential humanitarians in Seattle who have joined forces with the International Rescue Committee (IRC) to help people survive conflict and disaster and rebuild their lives.

Inspired, informed and influential, GenR members support the IRC through advocacy, networking and fundraising activities.

Simon has been the president of GenR Seattle since 2015. Simon describes himself as a project management professional and change-maker with a passion for human rights and world affairs. So much for his evenings and weekends.

This event is open to the public and FREE. However, in order to help better prepare, we ask you to register that you plan to attend. Click here, then click again on Sign Up. To receive email confirmation, you must provide your email address. Your email address will not be shared with others.

Presented by the Global Affairs Center of Shoreline Community College.



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CORRECTION: Richmond Beach Road and Richmond Beach Drive

CORRECTION: On the op-ed published yesterday, (Op-Ed: Where do City Council candidates stand on Point Wells?) editorial staff added a photo of Richmond Beach Drive with a photo caption that actually referred to Richmond Beach Road.

The caption (now corrected) incorrectly stated that Richmond Beach Drive would have 22,000 daily trips. The caption should have said that Richmond Beach Drive would have 11,500 trips.

Richmond Beach Road will have 22,000 daily trips.

Here is the corrected article.



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Adult coloring event at Kenmore Library Saturday

Monday, October 23, 2017


A fun event for adults with local artist (and now author) Lida Enche, on Pacific Northwest Nature Coloring. It's at the Kenmore Library, this coming Saturday, Oct. 28th, at 2 pm. 6531 NE 181st St, Kenmore 98028.

Pacific Northwest Nature/Adult Coloring

Join artist, teacher and nature lover, Lida Enche, in a relaxing session coloring scenes of the natural world from the Pacific Northwest. Enche's new adult coloring book, Pacific Northwest Nature, will be available for signing and purchase.

Supplies will be provided, including coloring sheets, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own coloring tools as well.



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Sex Offender not released into Shoreline community

Photo by SHR
The recent Crime in Shoreline police blotter week ending 10-2-17 had an entry on 9-25 about a sex offender being released to an address on Park Ave in Shoreline.

Chief Shawn Ledford says that the release was delayed indefinitely by the Department of Corrections.

Before a Level III offender is released, Shoreline Police and the King County Sheriff’s Office will do a community notification and meeting.

The notification/meeting was cancelled when the Department of Corrections cancelled the release.

The subject remains in custody with no scheduled release date. DOC will notify the Sheriff’s Office if/ when he is scheduled to be released.

Residents can sign up for registered sex offender notifications at the  King County Sex Offender website, which also has details on offenders.



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Holiday Craft Fair Saturday

Twenty-two crafters and vendors will sell their goods at the Amaranth craft fair on Saturday, October 28, 2017. It will be held at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 14514 20th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155, from 10am to 4pm.

They will be offering box lunches for $8.

Amaranth is a Masonic organization, similar to Eastern Star. They meet at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center, behind Goldies, at 1207 N 152nd St, Shoreline 98133. 

Men must have Masonic membership to join but women do not. They meet 10 months a year on the 3rd Thursday.



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Networking with Spirits

Shoreline Chamber of Commerce members will participate in a multi-chamber networking event at the Edmonds yacht Club on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 from 6-8pm

Register here

Halloween is upon us, so let's celebrate with a friendly cocktail competition and networking event.
Taste and vote for handcrafted cocktails prepared by eight of the finest local bartenders, as they compete for the Crowd Favorite and Judge’s Choice Awards. Sample fine cuisine prepared by 8 local restaurants as you taste your way through the cocktails.

Members will mingle and exchange cards with 200 members of local chambers of commerce and business associations at the beautiful Edmonds Yacht Club 326 Admiral Way, Edmonds 98020

Contact Information at the Edmonds Chamber  425-670-1469

Admission: $20 per person
($250-$1500 event sponsor)
This event is 21+ (please bring ID)

Sponsors: Edmonds Chamber of Commerce, Edmonds Yacht Club, Windermere Real Estate Edmonds


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