Register for the Tulip Ride

Saturday, March 10, 2018

2018 Tulip Ride is April 21

On April 21, motorcycle enthusiasts and animal lovers will ride to the RoozenGaarde Tulip Farm to raise funds for Seattle Humane.

Over the past four years hundreds of bikers and their passengers raised $100,000 for pets in need!

This year the riders will be joined by actresses Tricia Helfer (Lucifer / Battlestar Galactica) and Katee Sackhoff (Longmire / Battlestar Galactica), actors Karl Urban (Star Trek / Lord of the Rings), Kurt Yaeger (Sons of Anarchy) and Bender and Bailey from 106.1 KISS FM’s “The Bender and Molly Show”.

The celebrities will be available for photographs before and during the ride.

Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 8:30am

Meet at Blazing Bagels in Redmond at 6975, 176th Ave NE, Ste 365 and ride to the RoozenGaarde Tulip Farm located in Mt. Vernon at 15876 Beaver Marsh Rd.

For specific route information, check out the Tulip Ride site’s route map.

Register for the 2018 Tulip Ride
  • VIP Road Captain: $1,000
  • Rider + Motorcycle: $75
  • Passenger Only: $50
  • Donate (sponsor a rider): $10 minimum
All tickets include the ride, admission to the tulip farm, a BBQ lunch and a moto-themed gift bag including a commemorative pin.

The Tulip Ride began 17 years ago as a way for several Microsoft employees to blow off steam during the launch of the original Xbox. On a whim, a group rode up to the Skagit Valley Tulip festival. They extended the ride by heading to La Conner for lunch and then home by cruising down Highway 20 over Deception Pass. It was such a great day that it became an annual tradition that grew into the charity event it is today.




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Hit and run crash by Aurora Village Thursday

Crash Thursday at N 205th and Aurora
Photo courtesy Edmonds Police


Information from Edmonds Police, via MLTNews.com

Edmonds police took a 27-year-old Vancouver, WA man into custody Thursday afternoon, March 8, 2018 on hit-and-run and drug charges following a two-car crash at the intersection of Aurora and NE 205th, literally right on the county line with Snohomish.

According to Edmonds police Sgt. Shane Hawley, a police officer attempted to stop the man, who was driving a silver Hyundai on 9th Ave S in Edmonds, for a traffic violation around 1pm. The driver took off but due to congested streets at that time of day the officer decided not to pursue him, Hawley said.

A few minutes later, the driver was involved in a collision with a Ford Explorer, driven by a 70-year-old Shoreline man. The suspect fled on foot, heading to Aurora Village. An off-duty Seattle police officer who observed the incident followed the suspect into the Aurora Village Costco Tire Center, where he was apprehended by Shoreline police.

The Shoreline man involved in the collision received minor injuries and was evaluated by aid crews at the scene, Hawley said.


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Spring "Tasting" Event Friday

Gather your family and friends and join us at the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce first Spring "Tasting" Event next week on Friday, March 16, 2018!

Spring "Tasting" Event, next Friday, March 16, 2018, 5:30pm - 8:00pm, Shoreline Elks 14625 15th Avenue NE, Shoreline 98155

Register soon, either by emailing and paying at the door, or registering online.

Discover local wines, spirits and beers from our Shoreline and Lake Forest Park Neighborhoods. Kick back and say goodbye to winter!

Sample tasty treats from our local caterers. Meet local business members and neighbors. Plus, get a great deal at the Silent Auction.

Individuals $40 each, Couples $60 - Tickets in advance or at the door.

21 years of age or older.

Current Event Participants and Sponsors: Virtus, Eight Bells Winery, Elliott Bay Brewing, Crucible, Pacific Northwest Catering Company, Northwest Signature Events and Catering, Chuck Olson Kia, Frank Lumber Company - The Door Store, Aurora Rents, Elks Lodge, Magic Photo.



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Dembowski: Ruth Kagi has been the model public servant

Rep. Ruth Kagi, D-32 and County Councilmember Rod Dembowski

Rep. Ruth Kagi, D-32 is retiring from the state legislature after completion of her term of office.

County Council representative Rod Dembowski issued this statement:
Ruth Kagi has been the model public servant. Her passion for children, and the significant policy victories she has championed and achieved on behalf of our state’s children, are unparalleled. 
It has been an honor and privilege to work with her on these issues. I look forward to continuing to seek her guidance and counsel as we work to give every child an opportunity to achieve their dreams.

Rep. Kagi's term runs through the end of 2018. Elections are held in November of 2018 for terms beginning in 2019.

She represents the 32nd Legislative District which includes all of Shoreline and Woodway, and portions of NW Seattle, Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace.


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Town hall meeting with Sen. Chase

Sen. Maralyn Chase D-Edmonds
By Cynthia Sheridan

Washington State Senator Maralyn Chase, D-32 addressed a lively crowd of constituents at a town hall meeting held Saturday morning March 10 in Edmonds.

For two hours she answered questions and spoke about recent state legislative activities. Most animated discussions centered around gun control, property taxes, the fish and wildlife commission and the recent public disclosure bill that passed both houses but ultimately was vetoed by the governor.

Senator Chase was well informed and especially enthused about tuition-free education for low income students; adjustments to GED testing to increase success rates; relief from discrimination for section 8 housing applicants, and pay equity for women, all of which had bills approved in the last session.

Senator Chase spoke hopefully about property tax relief by ‘restoring the base”, rural access to the internet, and supporting Initiative 1600 health care for all. She also expressed a strong interest in small business owners. The National Minority Business Advisory Council recently honored Senator Chase by naming her 2017’s Legislator of the Year.

In closing, Senator Chase encouraged her audience to attend future town hall meetings and to follow the legislative process on public access TVW. She also welcomed guests to visit her website or to contact her legislative office.

Sen. Chase represents the 32nd legislative district which includes all of Shoreline and Woodway, and portions of NW Seattle, Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace.

3-11-18 correction: the public disclosure bill was vetoed by the governor at the request of legislators



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Shigella infection outbreak after catered private parties

Seattle and King County Public Health is investigating an outbreak of Shigella infection (also known as "shigellosis") associated with private parties at Temple Beth Am and Temple Beth Shalom in Seattle.

The parties were catered by Eric Gorbman Catering with additional food items brought potluck style by attendees.

Since March 6, Public Health has learned of at least 15 people that became ill with gastroenteritis after consuming food and beverages from the private parties in Seattle on March 3. One ill attendee is hospitalized.

If you or someone in your family attended an event at Temple Beth Am or at Temple Beth Shalom in Seattle on March 3, 2018, please take a few minutes to complete this survey even if you did not get ill. Comparing food histories between those who became ill and those who did not can help us determine what might have caused illness and prevent others from becoming sick.

Learn more about this disease outbreak investigation.



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Nordic concert comes to Shoreline Sunday

Seattle Lilla Spelmanslag

The Seattle Lilla Spelmanslag presents its annual Nordic concert on Sunday, March 11, at 4pm at St. Dunstan’s Church in Shoreline.

If you have not heard this talented youth group in concert, you are in for a treat! The concert features unforgettable folk music from Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland, with gorgeous layered harmonies and solid dance rhythms.

Don’t miss the ten enthusiastic young ladies who range in age from 7 to 17 and love playing.

“Performing is fun and exciting,” says 9-year-old Klara Anderson, a second-generation Seattle Lilla ‘Lag performer. 
She and her sister, Sonja Anderson, aged 12, follow in the footsteps of their father, Lars. 
“I like that my dad also performed with the group as a youngster,” says Sonja, “and that my grandfather, Ern, comes to many of our concerts.”

Proceeds from the concert will help fund scholarships for aspiring young musicians. Tickets at the door - $12 each.

St. Dunstan’s Church is located at 722 N 145th St, Shoreline 98133. Parking is plentiful. Refreshments will be available for a small donation.



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Vehicle crashes into house in Shoreline

Vehicle crashes into house
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

Shoreline Fire reports that 15th Ave NE was blocked off at 5pm from Perkins to NE 188th Street after a vehicle crashed into a house.

The homeowners were not injured. The driver was taken to Harborview.

The cause is still under investigation.



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Set your clocks Saturday night



Spring ahead - don't forget to set your clocks an hour ahead before you go to bed Saturday night!



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Photos: Spring is Nature's Way of Saying 'Let's Party!' - Robin Williams

Friday, March 9, 2018


When the sun comes out and the temperatures rise, 
the flowering trees burst into flowers. 


Photos and quote selections by Lee Lageschulte


"Just living is not enough, one must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower." Hans Christian Anderson
"In every walk with nature one receives more than he seeks." John Muir


"There are always flowers for those who want to see them" Henri Matisse (in translation)
"Nature always wears the colors of the spirit." Ralph Waldo Emerson



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Shoreline councilmembers head for D.C. for League of Cities conference

The NLC 2018 Congressional City Conference is being held at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel located at 2660 Woodley Road NW Washington, DC 20008.

The Conference starts Sunday, March 11 and concludes Wednesday, March 14, 2018.

The purpose of the Conference is to hear directly from policymakers and thought leaders on the issues that matter to cities. Councilmembers will be brought up to speed on the federal policies that affect cities, the latest funding opportunities, and the emerging practices.

Shoreline Mayor Hall and councilmembers McConnell, McGlashan, Roberts, and Scully will be attending. Deputy Mayor Salomon and Councilmember Chang will not be going.

As soon as they return from the NLC Conference, they are all scheduled for the Council Goal Setting Workshop on March 16 and 17.

Because of the week of travel and workshops, council meetings scheduled for March 12 and March 19, 2018 have been cancelled.



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Chat with 4Culture about applying for an arts grant

Applying for a grant? Interested in one of the artist calls?

4Culture, King County’s cultural funding agency, offers project grants in arts, heritage and preservation.

On Tuesday March 20, 2018, 4Culture staff will be holding office hours in Kenmore to hear your questions, ideas, frustrations, plans, and let’s chat!

Free, drop-in, no registration required.

Tuesday, March 20, 10am – 1pm, at The Hangar at Kenmore Town Square, Otter room, 6728 NE 181st St, Kenmore

More info here



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Shoreline Planning Commission to tour housing projects

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified of a special meeting of the Shoreline Planning Commission.

Shoreline Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting on March 15, 2018 and instead will hold a retreat that evening. 

The retreat will begin at 5:00pm with a tour of housing projects in the City. They will see Micro-Housing, ADUs (accessory dwelling units), and cottage housing.

Upon returning from the tour the retreat will be held in Conference room 303 at City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

It will include a brief update on the 185th light rail station and an update on developments from Planning Director Rachael Markel.

The retreat will end at 7:30pm.



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Quite the Find! open in Lake Forest Park

Quite the Find now open in LFP Town Center
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Quite the Find is a new business in Lake Forest Park Town Center, next to Two Trading Tigers on the upper, outside wing.

Small indoor plants and planters
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Quite the Find was in Country Village for six years but moved when that property was put up for sale to developers. They were pleased to find a new home in Lake Forest Park.

We looked at many locations but kept coming back to the LFP Town Center because it had a strong neighborhood feel and we liked being surrounded by other small businesses as well as some anchor stores. We are really excited to be here and have been welcomed by so many other shops and residents.

Home decor items
Photo by Jerry Pickard

They have an eclectic mix of home decor, gifts, boutique clothing and accessories. In addition, they have a wide range of products including locally sourced soaps, laundry soaps, salves, jewelry and even raw honey from Snohomish.

With our constant updating, you'll never know what you might find here!

Paint, cards, and cookies!
Photo by Jerry Pickard

They even have paint! They carry the General Finishes paint line which is a favorite among DIY'ers because there is minimal prep required to refinish furniture or even paint your kitchen cabinets.

There is always a plate with cookies for customers to nibble on.

Jewelry, clothing, decor, plants
and it may all be different the next day
Photo by Jerry Pickard


Located in the Lake Forest Park Shopping Center 17171 Bothell Way NE, Suite A12B. 206-367-0910Email







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LFP Planning Commission meets Tuesday Mar 13 to hear about parks plan

The Lake Forest Park Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, from 7:00pm  - 9:00pm in the Forest Room of City Hall, 17425 Ballinger Way NE.

Discussion will follow a 30 minute presentation on the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROS-T) Draft Plan

The Lake Forest Park Planning Commission provides recommendations to the Mayor and City Council for changes and updates to the Comprehensive Plan, zoning code, and land use policies.

As citizen representatives, commissioners recommend programs and policies according to the needs and values of the community. The Planning Commission is required by law, and governed by state statute and city ordinance.




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Lake Forest Park’s “Radical Reading Rats” win the District Global Reading Challenge Competition

Radical Reading Rats from LFP Elementary
won the school district level in the KCLS competition
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools

Lake Forest Park Elementary’s “Radical Reading Rats” won the KCLS sponsored “Global Reading Challenge” Shoreline School District level competition held on 3/8/2018.

Coached by LFP’s librarian, Frank Kleyn, and library technician, Julie Green, the team will advance to the regional challenge in late March where they will compete against the winning teams from Lake Washington and Northshore.

The Global Reading Challenge is a cooperative effort between King County Library System and local public school districts. This is a Battle of the Books-style program that allows 4th and 5th graders across the county to work together as a team and challenge other schools to correctly answer questions on five books selected by King County Library System’s library staff.

Thank you, King County Library System, for supplying copies of the books and motivating students to read in a fun, healthy competition.

Click here to see this year’s books.



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Work parties at Boeing Creek and Brugger's Bog this weekend

Join WNPS Master Native Plant Stewards and volunteer in 2018 to help restore urban forests across the City of Shoreline!

Come meet your neighbors and do good to weed out invasive species and install native plants – rain or shine! 

There are six different projects and 18 different community work parties to choose from this winter and spring:

Boeing Creek
2nd Saturdays from 10am to 2pm; (3/10, 4/14, and 5/12)
320 NW Innis Arden Way, Shoreline, WA 98177

Meet at the north end of the Shoreview Park Off Leash Dog Park, just off the Shoreline Community College campus. The restoration project is just over the border into Boeing Creek Park, on the far side of the dog park.

Contact Sheraden at KimballWNPS@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information

Brugger’s Bog
2nd Sundays 9am to 1pm; (3/11, 4/8, and 5/13))
19553 25th Ave NE

Meet at the end of the dirt/gravel path entrance to the park on the bridge
Contact BruggersBogStewards@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information

Hamlin Park
3rd Saturdays from 10am to 1pm; (3/17, 4/21, and 5/19)
16006 15th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

Meet at the far north end of the park, next to the NE 166th Street stairs
Contact Hamlin.Restoration@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information

Shoreview Park
3rd Sundays from 9am to 12pm; (3/18, 4/15, and 5/20)
700 NW Innis Arden Way, Shoreline, WA 98177

Meet at the south end of the Shoreview Park Off Leash Dog Park, (at the stairs) just off the Shoreline Community College campus
Contact ShoreviewRestoration@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information

Twin Ponds (North End)
Select Saturdays from 10am to 12pm; (3/24, 4/21, and 5/19)
16501 N 155th St, Shoreline WA 98133

Meet at the northwest corner of the park along the fence on N 155th St
Contact NorthTwinPondsRestoration@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information

Twin Ponds (South End)
4th Saturdays from 10am to 1pm (3/24, 4/28, and 5/26)
16501 N 155th St, Shoreline WA 98133

Meet at the south end parking lot along 1st Ave NE near the community garden
Contact TwinPondsSouthHabitat@gmail.com to RSVP or for further information



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Herstory: Rainbow City Band presents Justice for All concert series


Rainbow City Band (RCB) performs Herstory, a concert featuring music written by female composers, on Sunday March 25, 2018 at 2:00pm at the Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

“With this Herstory concert, we celebrate composers you may not know, simply because of their gender, but who made and are still making huge contributions to the world of music—we celebrate women!" says Tim Norris, Musical and Artistic Director for Rainbow City Band.

RCB will be joined by Alexandra Gardner, the Seattle Symphony 2017-18 Season Composer-in-Residence who will perform her wind band work, Perseids. Also, Visage “Legs” LaRue, a Seattle-based performer with a flair for the avant garde, will be performing an arrangement of True Colors by Cindi Lauper with the band.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, and $5 for children under 10. They can be purchased from Brown Paper Tickets, or at the door, starting at 1:30pm on the day of the concert.

“This concert is the first in a series of concerts musical events called Justice for All, which was established to celebrate civil rights and our unfinished journey toward equality and unity,” says Norris. 
“Through our music, we plan to honor the LGBTQIA community, people of color, immigrants, and other marginalized populations who have fought to make our country great.”

RCB is comprised of 60 lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and allied musicians who volunteer their time to perform in the Seattle area. RCB is part of Rainbow City Performing Arts (RCPA) and has been performing music in the Seattle area.

“Our Rainbow City Band was formed for Seattle Pride in 1998, and is a proud member of the Lesbian and Gay Band Association. This concert series takes us back to our organization’s founding as we reflect on the struggles and celebrate the triumphs that have led to our stronger and more diverse community. Each year we plan to present a concert with a different theme that exemplifies justice for all,” says Norris.

RCPA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit group that provides opportunities for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and allied to share their musical talents through public performances. They foster music education, friendships and community giving. In addition to RCB, RCPA also includes Purple Passion Swing Band, a marching band, and pep band, among other ensembles.



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Kellogg wrestling double dual meet Thursday

Kellogg wrestling had a double dual meet on Thursday as they wrestled against Brier Terrace and then Meadowdale Middle School. In each of the matches the Knights fell behind and rallied to get close, but could not catch the other team. Kellogg wrestlers Thomas Rhodes, Luke Schmidt, Trey Hill, and Vance Cunningham each picked up a pair of victories by pin to remain undefeated at 3-0 with 3 pins.

Kellogg 51 - Brier Terrace 62
@ Meadowdale Middle School

81: Sam Treperinas BT pinned George Fernandez
88:Mason Cutler BT win by forfeit
93: Carter Middleton BT tech. Fall Luke Smith 23-7
98: Thomas Rhodes KEL pinned Shin Kim
103: Christian Gill-More BT win by forfeit
108: Caleb Kassa KEL dec. Caden Connors 10-9
113: Carson Christianson KEL pinned Abishai Gounder
118: James Fletcher BT pinned Matthew Curtis
123: Russell Hare BT pinned Aiden DiDio
128: Luke Schmidt KEL pinned Milly Lozada-Guyierrez
133: George Quintans BT tech. Fall Beau Ormsby 15-0
140: Aliou Traore BT pinned Cage Jensen
148: Ryder Baldwin KEL pinned Keola
157: Trey Hill KEL pinned Gabriel Espita
167: Matthew Genese BT pinned Ramy Abdalla
178: Yesenia Romero BT win by forfeit
188: Xavier Lake BT pinned Grant Bailey
218: Tyler Green KEL win by forfeit
248: Vance Cunningham KEL pinned JR Fernandez
278: Jonah Chestnut KEL win by forfeit

Kellogg 48 - Meadowdale 60
@Meadowdale Middle School

81: George Fernandez KEL win by forfeit
88: Hilmy Burch MD win by forfeit
93: Javier Richmond MD pinned Luke Smith
98: Thomas Rhodes KEL pinned Gavin Collins
103: Evik Amy MD win by forfeit
108: Ilya Nesterchuk MD pinned Caleb Kassa
113: Stanley Jackson MD dec. Matthew Curtis
118: Logan Rose MD win by forfeit
123: Aiden DiDio KEL pinned Zander Cralle
128: Luke Schmidt KEL pinned David Frank
133: Henry Gates MD dec. Beau Ormsby 7-3
140: Austin Seals MD pinned Cage Jensen
148: Noah Fulford MD pinned Ryder Baldwin
157: Trey Hill KEL pinned Thomas Nakamura
167: Ramy Abdalla KEL pinned Baylor Jodmonbayer
178:Aiden Fallin MD win by forfeit
188: Saul Hernandez MD pinned Grant Bailey
218: Double forfeit
248: Vance Cunningham KEL pinned Orion Huyren
278:Jonah Chestnut KEL win by forfeit




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LFP Passport Office changes operating hours

Beginning Monday, March 12, 2018, the City of Lake Forest Park Passport Office hours are updated:
  • Monday, Thursday, and Friday 12:00 noon to 4:00pm
  • Tuesday and Wednesday - closed
  • Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm (last application taken at 3:30pm)
  • Passport services is closed on all legal holidays.
City Hall, 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155

For more information about applying for a U.S. Passport, click here.
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In ShorelinePassport applications can be processed at the King County District Court - Shoreline Division 18050 Meridian Ave N, Shoreline 98133

Passport applications are processed at the court daily between the hours of 8:30am and 3:30pm. It is not necessary to make an appointment to apply for a passport at any of the district court locations.



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Shorecrest senior honored for volunteerism

Izzy Davis is being honored for her volunteer work
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools


Shorecrest High School senior Izabella Davis has been named one of the top runners-up in the 2018 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards in Washington. A Prudential representative will present her with an engraved bronze Distinguished Finalist medallion to commemorate the prestigious award later this month.

The Spirit of Community Awards is a nationwide program honoring youth of outstanding acts of volunteerism.

Davis is one of only seven students in Washington to receive this special recognition.

The selection committee recognized her for her work in founding Express Yourself, a non-profit program that promotes empowerment and self-expression for teenagers with disabilities through workshops on photography, filmmaking and other creative arts. Having grown up with a physical disability, Davis said she was determined to ensure other teens did not define themselves by their disabilities and secured several sponsorships to bring her vision to life.

Based on the number of volunteer hours that Davis has completed, she will also receive the President’s Volunteer Service Award. This award recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time serving their communities and comes with an award certificate and letter from the President of the United States.


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Third Place Commons in haiku, acrostic, and sketch

Sketch by Beth Seacord

Haiku

Community space
Inclusive place to gather
Fun, music, art, games.

Gather together
Grow understanding and peace
Value connection.


Acrostic - Community

Creative
Open
Music
Multi generational
Upbeat
Nosh
Inclusive
Talk space
Youthful

Poetry by Marcia McLaughlin



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Kiwanis dinner meeting March 15 features Tami English of Seattle Adaptive Sports

Adaptive sports - ice hockey

Visitors are welcome to attend a dinner meeting of the North Central Seattle Kiwanis club, a club that represents all of north Seattle in serving the needs of kids.

Our club provides an annual free summer camp, Camp Casey on Whidbey Island, for up to 90 kids with physical disabilities. We also help with Project Cool in providing backpacks loaded with school supplies to homeless kids and have other service projects as well.

Thursday, March 15th from 6:30 to 8:00pm. Dinner begins at 6:30pm, and the program begins at 7:00pm at the PROVAIL building 12550 Aurora Ave N. Seattle 98133.

There is ample free parking behind the PROVAIL building.

The guest program speaker will be Tami English, Director of Seattle Adaptive Sports. This not-for-profit organization provides opportunities for youth and adults with physical disabilities to participate and compete in athletic and recreational activities. There will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation.

RSVP to Barb Williams at director@campcasey.org to help with meal planning. Dinner will be provided for $12.00 but first time visitors eat free.



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Moonlight and Martinis



Calling all Dean, Frank's, Sammy's and Marilyn's.

Come and get your Rat Pack on at the Annual Shorecrest High School Benefit Auction.

The dinner, silent and live auction proceeds all go to benefit the many programs at Shorecrest High School and and courtesy of our many generous sponsors and donors, there are certainly bargains to be had. Tickets are available online.



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Meridian Park Elementary presents Wizard of Oz on March 16-17



Dandylyon Drama Company and Meridian Park Elementary School present two performances of the Wizard of Oz on Friday and Saturday, March 16-17 at 7pm.

Shorecrest High School Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Tickets can be purchased at the door: $8 for adults and $5 for children.


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Chris Reykdal State Superintendent: Education Budget a Strong Foundation for What’s to Come

Chris Reykdal, State Superintendent
of  Public Schools

From Chris Reykdal, State Superintendent of Public Schools

Thursday, the Washington State Legislature passed the state’s 2018 Supplemental Operating Budget with important additional investments in K-12 education.

I applaud the Legislature for coming to an agreement on the budget, positioning them to successfully end the legislative session on time.

This budget makes a massive investment in educator compensation to address the State Supreme Court’s ruling in McCleary v. State of Washington.

The Legislature also made targeted investments in areas that will directly improve outcomes for our students. Some of these are:
  • Increasing special education funding, which will allow districts to reduce their reliance on local levies.
  • Implementing an “experience factor” for many school districts, granting a four percent funding bump to districts with more experienced teachers.
  • Requiring every student to take a stand-alone civics course. Civic engagement is an essential part of learning and Washington state just made a historic commitment.

The work done this session has laid a solid foundation for what’s to come. We are now ready for a large transformation in our K-12 system over the next biennium and beyond. My team and I will work with the Legislature to:
  • Close opportunity gaps,
  • Significantly expand dual language learning,
  • Lower class sizes,
  • Extend the school day and school year to provide more opportunities for student learning,
  • Make significant investments in our schools’ capital infrastructure, and
  • Embrace a market-rate compensation model for our educators.

I am grateful the Legislature was able to comply with the Court’s timeline for funding basic education. Now it is time to move from basic to excellence!

For more information, see Superintendent Reykdal’s 6-year vision



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First annual Regional Cancer Warrior Summit to kick off Relay for Life event

Calling all past, present and future Relay For Life participants; including all community members interested in funding the cure to cancer and supporting local cancer patients and their families. 

This is for communities spanning from Arlington and Everett to Green Lake and Ballard and everywhere in between!

Join us as we gather for the first annual Regional Cancer Warrior Summit to kick off our 2018 event season to combat cancer. 

This summit will be a fantastic time to get energized, form new teams or join existing ones, reconnect with friends, fellow supporters and enthusiasts, or just find out about the Relay programs near you.

You can pre-register online, learn more by visiting the website, or just come by on Saturday the 31st. 

We’ll have door prizes, snacks, engaging speakers and presenters, and the opportunity to shop for your favorite Relay For Life gear! You don’t want to miss this, or the opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Saturday, March 31, 2018 1:30pm-4:30pm
. Registration opens at 1:15pm with the program starting at 1:45pm. Everett Community College Henry M. Jackson Wilderness Auditorium (Bldg 8), 2000 Tower St, Everett 98201

For more information email Katie with the American Cancer Society, call 425-404-2231 or visit RelayForLife.org

Questions about what the American Cancer Society is offering and doing in your community? Have you just been diagnosed and need support or assistance? Call 1-800-227-2345 and let the American Cancer Society help you- we’re attacking cancer from every angle, and we’re here to support you in any way we can.



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Two Shorecrest students earn awards to Regional High School Art Show

Victoria Sepulveda - Girl on Violin
Two Shorecrest students earned awards at the 2018 Regional High School Art Show sponsored by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and Washington Art Education Association (WAEA). 

Victoria Sepulveda’s “Girl on Violin” earned a top Regional Award and will advance to the OSPI State Art Show in Olympia this spring. Sepulveda’s work also earned the Overall Best in Show Award for 2D. Her painting will now advance to the 45th Annual State High School Art Show at OSPI in Olympia this spring.

Makenna Littell - Among Clouded Thoughts
Makenna Littell also received an award for her 2D mixed media artwork, “Among Clouded Thoughts.” Her work was selected for an Outstanding Achievement Award, which represents a work of excellence in the 2D mixed media category.

The Washington State 2018 High School Art Show, co-hosted by OSPI and WAEA, is an artistic celebration each year for the regional finalists from the state’s nine educational service districts.



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2018 “Shoreline Walks” Community Walking program starts in April

Thursday, March 8, 2018

Hamlin Park walk
Photo by Alice Lawson
Mark your calendars, Sunday, April 8th is the first walk as part of Shoreline Walks, a free community walking program to help Shoreline adults stay active, meet new people (or connect with old friends) and feel safer and more confident exploring our city by foot.

Walks explore neighborhoods, parks and trails offering great insight into some of the best walking routes in our City.

Specifically designed for adults ages 50+ but open to all ages and abilities, each walk is led by a Volunteer Walk Leader and all walks are free to the public.

Shoreline Walks is part of the City of Shoreline’s Healthy City initiative and is one of many efforts the city is making to support a healthy community.

For more details and to see the full schedule of Shoreline Walks, see the webpage or contact Recreation Specialist Marianne Johnson at 206-801-2600.

WALK IN APRIL and MAY

OPENING WALK

Sunday, April 8, 2018 9:00am
Ridgecrest and Northcrest Parks Walk


Join us for a springtime walk around the Ridgecrest Neighborhood and visit two of the areas less visible parks. Rain or shine we’ll meet at the Crest Theater – if it’s raining, bring your umbrella.

Walk is approximately 2 miles / 1 hr.
Walk Rating: Moderate (some hills)
Meet at: Crest Theater, 16505 5th Ave NE, Shoreline

Saturday, April 28, 2018 10:00am
Shoreline Community College Walk


Circuit around Shoreline Community College campus including overlook point and some wooded parts Shoreview Park. We’ll start and finish in the upper parking lot of the Sears at Aurora Square.

Walk is approximately 2.6 miles / 1.5hrs.
Walk Rating: Moderate (stairs and hills)
Meet at: Upper-Level Parking Lot behind Sears in Aurora Square, 15300 Westminster Way N.

Saturday, May 12, 2018 9:00am
Hamlin Park Trails Walk


Take a morning stroll in the woods. Hamlin is one of the oldest parks in Shoreline and a wonderful place to take a forested trail walk without having to drive to the mountains. Rain or Shine.

Walk is approximately 1.75 miles / 1hr
Walk Rating: Moderate (bumpy trails)

Meet at: Hamlin Park. Note: Meeting on eastside park entrance, in parking lot at 25th Ave NE and NE 160th St

Saturday, May 19, 2018 10:00am
Richmond Beach Parks and Garage Sale Walk


Visit the 4 parks in Richmond Beach while enjoying views of the mountains and the sound. We’ll make a few stops at some garage sales that look good on the way (as part of the annual Richmond Beach Garage Sale). This walk is rated difficult for the hills, but we’ll make a lot of stops so plan for a 3 hour walk.

Walk is approximately 3 miles / 3 hrs.
Walk Rating: Moderate-Difficult (large hills)
Meet at: Entrance to RB Saltwater Park 2021 NW 190th St.


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Letter to the Editor: Expand the Mandarin language program in our schools

To the Editor:

Five years ago our daughter started learning Mandarin. She was randomly assigned to an elementary school during our year in Massachusetts that offered 45 minutes of Mandarin instruction four days a week for every student.

She was in third grade and nervous about learning a new language. Over that year, however, she grew to enjoy learning Mandarin. Then, when we moved to Shoreline the following year, she asked to continue to learn it.

Unfortunately, Mandarin was not offered in her otherwise excellent Shoreline elementary school, so we turned to private group lessons offered as a before school program.

We hoped she could begin taking Mandarin at Kellogg Middle School, but we were informed that not enough students ever sign up to justify a class. Shorewood High School offers Mandarin, but now we have learned that those classes too will soon end because of low enrollment.

Our daughter is learning a lot from her private teacher, but these efforts can’t substitute for a regular school course, which appears out of reach until she goes to college.

In a community as diverse as Shoreline, in a state that counts China as its largest trading partner, it’s inconceivable that children here must wait until college to study Mandarin, which requires many years to achieve fluency.

Shoreline Public Schools shouldn’t assume that low enrollment for Mandarin reflects a lack of interest. Sometimes kids don’t know they’re interested until they’ve tried it first. Our daughter’s Massachusetts elementary school offered Mandarin to all of its students without waiting for parents to demand it. I’m not sure it’s a language our daughter would have tried without this exposure.

This is why we support expanding the Mandarin Language program in Shoreline Public Schools.

John and Mary Ann Higgins
Shoreline


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Shoreline Schools recruitment symposium Tuesday Mar 13

The Shoreline Public Schools Human Resources Department will be hosting a Recruitment Symposium on Tuesday, March 13 from 6-8pm at Shorecrest High School, 15343 25th Ave NE

If you are interested in attending and learning about our employment opportunities for next school year in one of the most highly rated school districts in the state, RSVP to Denise Hinze at 206-393-4112 or email her.



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Ruth Kagi to retire from state legislature

State Rep. Ruth Kagi, D-32
Chair of Early Learning and Human Services will not seek re-election in 2018

OLYMPIA—After 20 years in the legislature, Representative Ruth Kagi, D-32, announced today that she will not seek re-election.

“The greatest honor of my life has been the opportunity to serve in the House as a champion for children and families,” said Kagi, chair of the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee since 2002.

She was first elected to the House in 1998 and represents the 32nd District, which encompasses Shoreline as well as parts of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, and Seattle.

Kagi said she focused her efforts on helping foster kids, improving the child welfare system, reforming the state’s drug sentencing laws and strengthening early learning and child care.

Last year, she spearheaded the creation of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, which united programs and services that had been scattered among other state agencies. In 2015, she sponsored the Early Start Act which expanded high quality early learning to thousands of Washington children. She also led the effort in 2002 to reform the state’s drug sentencing laws.

“Ruth is the conscience of our caucus when it comes to children and families,” House Speaker Frank Chopp said. 
“With her leadership, the Legislature changed the way the state views early learning challenges, transforming the way we address these issues from separate components to a holistic approach.”

Kagi has also served as the chair of the National Conference of State Legislature’s Human Services Committee, the Vice President of the League of Women Voters of Washington and the Vice Chair of the Thrive Washington board of directors.

“It’s been a long journey, and I’m proud of the work we’ve accomplished on a bipartisan basis,” Kagi said. “ I will dearly miss my colleagues and the excellent staff who work so diligently to make Washington a better place to live.”


Rep. Ruth Kagi, D-Seattle (32nd Legislative District), represents parts of King and Snohomish Counties, including Shoreline, Woodway, and portions of Seattle, Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace.

3-9-2018 Correction: Kagi was elected in 1998 and began serving in 1999.

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Warning: Saturday time change

Wednesday, March 7, 2018



This weekend is the Daylight Savings Time switchover.
Saturday night, before you go to bed,
put your clocks ahead one hour.

Spring ahead - Fall back

Thanks to Whitney Potter for this timely reminder.




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Masa Ishikawa presents his original composition on Fukushima Friday pm at Shoreline CC

Masa Ishikawa will play his original composition
at Shoreline Community College on Friday afternoon


Friday, March 9, 2018, 12:30 – 2:00pm, Shoreline Community College 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133, Music Building 800, Room 818, small charge for parking. The community is welcome to attend this FREE performance. 

Shoreline Community College alumni Masa Ishikawa will present his original composition Suite for the Forgotten, a Jazz Orchestra Suite with strings.

The piece is written in commemoration of Japan's 2011 earthquake/tsunami / nuclear meltdown victims' families, to commemorate the victims, as well as to continue raising awareness of ongoing radiation issues in Fukushima prefecture.

Originally from Fukushima Japan, Masayoshi Ishikawa grew up in a city called Aizu Wakamatsu. He came to the United States in 2003 to begin his formal musical training in Seattle, where he first found his passion for piano and the art of jazz.

We are honored to have Masa return to the SCC Music Department as our special guest so he can share his journey of becoming a successful pianist, arranger, and composer with our music students.


Suite For The Forgotten is an original composition that is dedicated to people who are currently living in Fukushima and its surrounding areas. The piece is comprised of three movements (“I. Grief and Wrath,” “II. Wasururuka,” “III. A Song for Children.”) The tragic Great East Earthquake and tsunami occurred in Japan March 11, 2011. The disaster not only took thousands of people’s lives away but also caused the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant meltdown.

Due to high radioactive leakage from the plants, thousands of people had to leave their hometowns. It has been said that some of those areas that have been contaminated by radiation will not be safe for habitation for the next fifty to a hundred years.

There was also a report that the children’s thyroid tumor ratio in Fukushima has gone up much higher than normal. Since the earthquake in 2011, the total number of stress related deaths has reached 1,660 in Fukushima. This number has exceeded the total death toll of 1,607 people who were directly killed by the earthquake and tsunami in Fukushima.

Ishikawa says, "These issues are only some of the obstacles Fukushima has been facing. Even though Fukushima has been going through those ongoing issues, I feel that they have been forgotten by the world. My hope is to raise awareness of severe hardship Fukushima will continue to confront."

The first movement, Grief and Wrath, focuses on feelings of people in Fukushima who have been struggling with various problems caused by radiation leakage.

The second movement, Wasururuka, reflects my own sincere sympathy toward this incident. Wasururuka means “Have you forgotten?” in Japanese. In this piece, I have applied an old Japanese poem included in Kanginshu, a collection of Japanese songs and ballads written about five hundred years ago.

The final movement, A Song for Children, represents children in Fukushima who have been facing these extremely tough situations, yet have a fountain of energy that gives us a light of hope for the future.

Originally from Fukushima Japan, Masayoshi Ishikawa grew up in a city called Aizu Wakamatsu. Throughout his primary and secondary school years, Ishikawa actively participated in several choirs. 

Ishikawa holds two Master of Music Degrees-one in jazz composition from the University of South Florida and one in jazz piano performance from the University of Northern Colorado. He received Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in Composition from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2015. Ishikawa currently serves as a Visiting part-time Assistant Professor at Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota where he teaches Aural and Keyboard Skills as well as Applied Jazz Piano.



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Call for Art Donations: Art from the Attic Sale 2018


Drop off your art from now until June 22, 2018


Blow the cobwebs off your neglected paintings and breathe new life into your old art!

Donations are being accepted for the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council’s Art from the Attic sale.

Turn your unwanted art into someone else’s treasure and support the Arts Council at the same time!

Items accepted include: fine art (framed or unframed), sculpture, posters (framed or unframed), matted prints, frames, gently used art supplies, ceramics, glass art, handmade jewelry, artisan works and art books.

Items should be in good condition and can be dropped off at the Arts Council office between 10am-5pm, Monday-Thursday (building closed on federal holidays). The office is located at the Shoreline Conference Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Donation forms are available. All donations become the property of the Arts Council and unsold items will not be returned.

The Art from the Attic sale will be held during the 2018 Shoreline Arts Festival happening on June 23, 10am-6pm and June 24, 10am-5pm. 

Proceeds from the sale will support Arts Council programming including arts education, summer concerts in the park, The Gallery at Town Center and the Shoreline Arts Festival.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Arts Council is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that promotes the arts in our communities. For more information contact us at 206-417-4645.



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Donate blood Saturday at Richmond Beach - critical shortages

“We don’t need luck, we need YOU!”

Donate your LIFE-SAVING blood at Richmond Beach Saturday

Your donation means a great deal to our community. Having blood already on the shelves is essential when unforeseeable emergencies or tragedies happen, as well as providing blood for scheduled surgeries.

Bloodworks Northwest is the chosen and sole provider of the blood used in 90+ local hospitals in the Pacific Northwest including the following western Washington hospitals and clinics: UW Medical Centers, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, Northwest Hospital, Swedish Medical Centers, and Everett Clinic.

Do we ever need your help… Just look at these shortages!

ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE NEEDED
  • B-Negative, O-Negative, and AB-Negative are now at EMERGENCY levels, less than a one day supply
  • A-Negative still at ALERT levels, less than a three day supply
  • O-Positive still at CRITICAL Levels, less than a two day supply

The Bus will be at the Richmond Beach Fire Safety Center, 1851 NW Richmond Beach Rd, Shoreline 98177 on Saturday, March 10, 2018 from 10am to 4pm (lunch break 12pm to 1pm)

To make an appointment, call 800-398-7888 or sign up online - however Walk-ins Welcome! Photo I.D. required to donate.

Already got plans? We understand. Visit the webpage to search for an event that works for your schedule.

Thank you for supporting the blood center and our mission to help local patients!



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Dances of Universal Peace in Shoreline Friday

Spring is right around the corner! Come join us in Shoreline this Friday (and every 2nd Friday) and Dance the coming light into our hearts!

Dances of Universal Peace are a group of simple dances to live music.

The focus of each dance is in the singing of a particular sacred phrase or phrases inspired by a large variety of religious and spiritual traditions from around the world.

No experience is necessary and all dances are taught.

Friday, March 9, 2018 at 7:30pm at Shoreline Community Acupuncture, 18505 Firlands Ave N, Shoreline 98133.

Donations appreciated (as you are able). Fragrance free please.

For more information, contact David Matthews at 206-272-0580.


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