Photo: 'Pistachio' Hydrangea

Friday, October 5, 2018



Here's a photo of the beautiful 'Pistachio' Hydrangea morphing into fall color.

The grey foliage plant is 'Glacier Blue' Euphorbia and the dark leaves are 'Black Heart' Sweet Potato Vine.

--Photo and text by Victoria Gilleland



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Exhibit and Sale of 800+ Artworks at Shoreline Community College

6X6NW 2018
Saturday, October 6, 7pm – 9:30pm
Shoreline Community College Student Union Building


6X6NW is back once again! For one night, 850+ 6 x 6-inch artworks from more than 180 artists across the country will be exhibited at the Shoreline Community College. This evening event includes treats, drinks, live music, and the chance to purchase any of the artworks for $36.

If you see something you like, you better act fast, because eager art collectors will be welcome to pull their purchases right off the walls! Concerned you might not get the piece you pine for? Purchase a ticket for the Collector’s Choice raffle for a chance to select any masterpiece you would like before the buying frenzy begins.

Doors open at 7pm for refreshments and time to view the works on display while mingling with friends and artists. Art purchasing begins at 8pm!

Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased HERE or at the door. (Free event parking!)

A very special thank you to our presenting sponsor Jack Malek, Broker and Realtor.

Thanks also to the City of Shoreline, Port of Seattle, City of Lake Forest Park, and 4Culture King County for your support.



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Stay young by singing with the Sweet Adelines

The Holidays are Coming!

It’s one of the most wonderful times of the year! The lights, the smells, the joy, the music and our loved ones – make this an exciting and sometimes crazy time of year.

In the midst of all the chaos, we’d like to invite you to join a group of women that put the “heart” back into the season. 

Please join us as a guest by coming to rehearsals to learn the music starting October 9, 2018, then join us in singing some of the songs that you learned for our Holiday Concert on December 4, 2018.

Seattle Shores Chorus is a Sweet Adeline chorus and we sing Barbershop harmony. We are a group of women who love to sing and love to share our songs with our community. If you want to make a difference in your community and in your own life, please consider joining us for an evening of laughter, song and music.

It is a scientific fact that Music keeps you young. Come and find out why! If you come by and start learning now you could sing with us as a guest at our Holiday Concert on December 4, 2018.

We meet at the Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church at 14724 1st Ave NE in Shoreline on Tuesday nights from 6-9pm. Anyone can learn to sing if you have a willingness to learn. It is helpful if you can read music but not necessary!

For more information, please contact Christine Allen at 425-402-3465 or you can send us an email at: Seattle.Shores@yahoo.com.

We hope to see you soon!


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City developing ADA Transition Plan and wants to hear from you

The first two slides of the presentation
Courtesy City of Shoreline


The City of Shoreline is developing its ADA Transition Plan and needs to hear from you.

The purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan is to identify deficiencies in City policies, procedures, and physical assets, and to provide a path to correct those deficiencies.

The pedestrian infrastructure assets that are addressed in this Transition Plan are:
  • Curb ramps
  • Sidewalks
  • Pedestrian signals
  • Driveways
  • Pedestrian crossings
The City is holding an Online Open House for the ADA Transition Plan Project.

From now until October 12, 2018, you can learn more about the plan and provide specific information about City facilities that you believe are needed to improve accessibility.

Participate HERE

Editor's note: The link takes you to the main page. Find the words "Online Open House Slides" and click it. What you can expect to see are a lot of photos of sidewalks, streets, and curbs.

I had a lot of trouble getting the files to display consistently. If you get a blank page, look for the minus sign in a circle and click it. Try a different browser. It seems to behave differently on different browsers. One of the browsers just dumped the whole file in the Downloads folder. Or just close the browser window and try it again.



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Shorecrest tennis over Everett 6-1

Simon DeVos and John Burke
Photo by Anne Tangeman
WesCo 3A varsity boys tennis
10-4-18 @ Clark Park in Everett
Shorecrest 6 - Everett 1
SC overall 5-5

(Shorecrest players/scores listed first)

Singles
  1. Ben Silbert v Eyler Anderson 6-0 6-0 6-0 W
  2. Reed Tangeman v Abe Affholter 6-1 6-1 W
  3. Zaid Khan v Alex Petterson 6-0 6-0 W
  4. David Chen v Justus West 7-6 (6-0) 3-6 10-6 W


Doubles
  1. Gabe Vogel / Micah Glesener v Aaron Robertson / Daniel Woodard 6-4 2-6 2-6 L
  2. Simon DeVos / John Burke v Bryce Magbag / Harrison Lindgren 6-1 4-6 6-0  W
  3. John Williams / Carson Hart v Tanner Olson / Grant Mueller 6-4 6-2  W


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Shorewood High School on lockdown Thursday and Curriculum Night cancelled

Shorewood High School went into LOCKDOWN early Thursday morning in response to a potential threat to the school received online. 

A lockdown is when all exterior and classroom doors and windows are locked and students remain in their classrooms. No one is permitted to enter or leave the school during a lockdown.

Shoreline Police were called to investigate.

The lockdown was lifted at 10:45am and school was dismissed in a supervised manner for the day to allow Shoreline Police and school officials to continue their investigation.

Students who ride the bus were provided transportation home. Students who drive to school were allowed to leave in their cars. Students who walk were checked out at the front door by a parent/guardian or emergency contact.

Due the disruption to the school day, Shorewood's Curriculum Night was postponed and will be rescheduled for a future date.

Police investigated a vague threat that was made Wednesday night and a specific threat that was made toward the school Thursday morning through Snapchat, an online social media app. They identified a suspect and determined that there was no credible threat to the school at this time.

School will continue as scheduled on Friday. However, out of an abundance of caution, there will be an additional police presence throughout the day and limited entry and exit points on campus.

Principal Bill Dunbar added, "I want to extend my thanks to our law enforcement partners for their support and diligence in ensuring the safety of our students, staff and families. 
"I also want to thank our students, staff and families for how they calmly and professionally reacted to the lockdown situation and following safety protocols. 
"Situations like today’s can be scary and stressful, but I couldn’t be prouder with how everyone worked together to calm nerves and support each other."



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Snohomish council to affirm denial of BSRE application for Point Wells

Thursday, October 4, 2018

Point Wells
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The Sno-King Environmental Protection Coalition, a volunteer group opposing the Point Wells development, has issued this statement after the Snohomish County Council's hearing of BSRE's appeal of the Hearing Examiner's denial of their project.

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It's not quite over yet, but the long effort to block BSRE's attempt to build a small city at Point Wells took another positive step forward on Wednesday afternoon. After a few hours of public testimony and 15 minutes in executive session, Council members directed their staff to prepare a motion affirming the Hearing Examiner's decision denying BSRE's application.

The Council worked through a list of 16 issues under appeal and in a series of 4 - 0 votes requested each of the 16 issues be included in the motion to affirm the decision. The unanimous votes taken without discussion made it clear that the Council was not impressed by BSRE's arguments.

Council staff will create the final wording of the motion affirming the HE's decision. The motion is expected to come to a vote on Monday, October 8 at the regular Council meeting which starts at 10:30am.

RB and Woodway neighborhoods well represented

Local Point Wells expert Tom McCormick used his extensive knowledge of the issues to create 15 comment papers covering the most critical areas under appeal. Sno-King Coalition leaders Jerry Patterson and Tom Mailhot recruited a small army of RB and Woodway residents to travel to Everett to read the papers to the Council. In total there were 20 speakers against the appeal and only BSRE speaking in favor of the appeal.

A Snohomish County manager commented after the hearing that this was the most impressive public comment showing he had ever seen in his long career in government.

What's next?

While passage of the final motion seems all but assured, BSRE could still file an appeal in Superior Court. BSRE has only a few weeks to file the appeal so we will know soon if they decide to continue the appeal process.

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Letter to the Editor: Thanks for the plants, but...

To the Editor:

The Master Gardeners in charge of the Demonstration Garden at Pfingst Animal Acres in Lake Forest Park recently found that someone had donated two plants to the garden and planted them there.

Although we are very grateful for both the donation and the planting, we do have a planting plan for the garden. We would be very happy to talk to the person who donated these plants about the donation and offer the person an opportunity to work with us.

We are open to having community members become a part of this effort and would encourage them to contact Cory Roche, the Volunteer Coordinator for the city (https://www.cityoflfp.com/).

We appreciate community support and would be happy to discuss this with any interested parties.

Marty Byrne
Lake Forest Park



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Notice of Construction Project on 35th Avenue NE - Monday, October 8

Road work on 35th NE in LFP Monday
UPDATE: Due to weather conditions, the construction project on 35th Ave NE, between NE 185th St and NE 182nd St in Lake Forest Park, previously scheduled for Monday, October 8, 2018, is postponed.

While a new date has not yet been confirmed, public notice will be given once the date is determined

Original article:

On Monday, October 8, 2018, the Lake Forest Park Public Works Department is completing a construction project on 35th Ave NE, between NE 185th St and NE 182nd St.

The work will begin at approximately 8:00am and be completed by approximately 3:00pm.

School buses and emergency services vehicles will be flagged through the work zone; other vehicles may experience delays.

Please plan ahead and consider using an alternate route during this time.




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Great pumpkin weigh-off at Central Market Saturday


Jeff Uhlmeyer with winning 1649.5 pound Pumpkin at Central Market in 2017

The 2018 contest is at Central Market Saturday
along with the Shoreline Farmers Market.
155th and Westminster Way.

10am to 3pm
Saturday, October 6, 2018




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Op-Ed: Why Vote No on Shoreline Proposition 1 Even If You Like Sidewalks

Bus pad on Meridian - just needs a crosswalk to be connected to the other side


In 2016, I was chair of the Yes on Prop 1 campaign, in support of a property tax increase for city services.

This year, I am the treasurer of the No on Prop 1 campaign, in opposition to a 0.2% sales tax increase for new sidewalks. Here are three reasons why:

  1. Prop 1 comes directly from the Shoreline 2011 Pedestrian System Plan with the unimaginative goal of sidewalks on vehicle arterials every five blocks. But the 2018 Citizen Satisfaction Survey shows 37% of respondents want sidewalks in their neighborhoods. Only 24% want sidewalks on major streets.
  2. Prop 1 would collect $59,000,000 for 4.2 miles of new sidewalk, with $17,000,000 going to interest payments and other debt expenses we’d pay off until 2039. Of course cities can use taxes to repay debt for big projects - Seattle’s Safeco stadium is a recent example. But are 4.2 miles of new sidewalks really our “stadium”?
  3. The projects haven’t been vetted. In their 10/03/18 op-ed, People for Shoreline Sidewalks showcase a need for sidewalks to connect the bus stops on the east side of Meridian Avenue N. The estimated cost for this project is $3,451,000. But a crosswalk costing $7,000 would connect this bus stop to the existing sidewalk on the street’s west side, and a path could connect it with the Interurban Trail just steps away through the trees on the east side. The sidewalk project on 15th Ave NE in Ridgecrest is similarly unjustified. The project on 5th Ave NE, in the heart of the 185th Street Station Subarea, could be torn up during redevelopment before it’s paid off.

The Shoreline ADA Transition Plan is a current separate effort to fix sidewalks using an additional $20 car tab fee. Sidewalk fixing and updating is much cheaper than new construction, and we should fix what we have first.

Learn more about Prop 1, and maybe purchase one of our small batch local artisan yard signs, at shorelinesidewalksplan.org. If you, like me, are reluctant to vote no because you’re not anti-tax but you want a better plan, vote no and send your two cents to City Council at council@shoreline.gov. Because if Prop 1 passes, it’s set in stone.

Megan Kogut PhD



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Final Shoreline farmers market of the season on Saturday

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Shoreline Farmers Market
Week 18 - Come Join Us
for our Final Market of the Season


Shoreline Farmers Market will host the final market of the season at Shoreline Place from 10am-3pm on October 6th.

This Saturday marks the final market of the 2018 season. Although we are sad to go, we are very excited to announce this week's festivities.

Central Market will be hosting their annual Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off and cooking delicious pumpkin brauts in their parking lot. 
Every child in costume will receive a FREE MINI PUMPKIN.

All Farmers Market t-shirts and tote-bags will be $2 off! Proceeds directly support the farmers market. 

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

If you come to the market hungry, you'll be in luck. We're delighted to have 2 delicious food trucks with us this week. NOSH returns to the market with their famous British style Fish and Chips and Cod Chowder. Also you'll be able to devour a Barbacoa Plate or Carne Asada from El Cabrito, our favorite southern Mexican Food Truck. Also at the market will be Geni's Ethiopian Corner serving up flavorful Tibs and Vegetarian plates.

We hope you come out and join us in celebrating the Shoreline Community and our 7th successful Farmers Market Season.

See you Saturday!



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Death Toll Rises from Indonesian Earthquake and Tsunami

Tsunami aftermath in Indonesia
Photo courtesy World Concern

Hundreds still missing and thousands injured after devastating dual-disaster in Indonesia

The death toll following the September 28 magnitude 7.5 earthquake and powerful tsunami that struck Indonesia has climbed to 1,407. Local sources believe the actual number is higher than 2,000, with thousands of others injured and hundreds still missing.

“The tsunami wave came less than 30 minutes after the quake. The people who were most affected are the poor. Single room huts with tin roofs were completely wiped out,” said Chris Sheach, World Concern Director of Disaster Response. 
“Families have lost loved ones and children are separated from their parents. This is the kind of devastation we saw after the 2004 tsunami.”

The region has experienced more than 200 aftershocks. An estimated 60,000 people have been displaced and many are without shelter, water, food, or medical care.

World Concern’s partners on the ground are assessing the needs of families responding to the most critical needs, but access to remote, cut-off areas remains challenging.

Donate HERE

World Concern is a Shoreline-based, Christian global relief and development organization. At World Concern, the solutions we offer, the work we do, creates lasting, sustainable change. Our areas of expertise include disaster response, clean water, education, food security, child protection, microfinance and health.




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4th graders at Lake Forest Park elementary given dictionaries

Photos by Frank Kleyn

On Wednesday, October 3, 2018, Douglas Carl, owner of "A Better Day Salon" at the Lake Forest Park Town Center visited the school library to deliver new dictionaries to every fourth grader at Lake Forest Park Elementary School.

Douglas taught students the importance of using the right words for the right time. He taught students that replying to “Thank you” with “My pleasure” sounds much better than saying “No problem.” 

After Principal Miner and Mr. Carl handed out the dictionaries, the students sat down and looked up the word “gratitude.”

Thank you, Mr. Carl! Our teachers and students look forward to using the dictionaries in the classroom and at home.


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LFP Police are proud to be part of the Pink Patch Project

The Pink Patch Project is an innovative public awareness campaign designed to bring attention to the fight against breast cancer. It centers on the vibrant pink versions of the public safety officer’s uniform patch.

These bright pink patches have been specially designed by the Lake Forest Park Police Department. Officers will wear them during October, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Pink patches and pink ribbon pins are available for purchase at the LFP Police Department while supplies last: the patch is $10, pins are $5. 

Your purchase of Lake Forest Park Pink Patches helps support Cancer Lifeline, a local organization that delivers a vast array of services to cancer victims, cancer survivors, and their families.

Checks should be made out directly to Cancer Lifeline; cash is also accepted.

Come down to the LFP Police Department on the second floor at City Hall and get your patch or pin -- or both. Lake Forest Park City Hall, 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155

Please take a moment to remember those we have lost and support those fighting the battle.

More information about Cancer Lifeline.



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Gloria Nagler: Shield bugs stink!

Wednesday, October 3, 2018

Juvenile shield bug looking wistfully out into the cosmos



Text and photos (copyrighted) by Gloria Zmuda Nagler
Edited by John Wiley Lewis


Yep, shield bugs stink. That’s why the insects pictured in this article are commonly called shield bugs OR stink bugs! One way the four families of shield bugs are similar is that they have glands that produce foul-smelling liquid used to defend against predators (including humans when we touch them, so be forewarned:).

The photo of the smaller bug (looking wistfully out into the cosmos) is, according to my friend who belongs to a local entomology club, a juvenile who will lose much of its colorful design upon reaching adulthood. Found this shield bug on our garbage can lid (never know where you’re gonna find photo ops).

Adult shield bug


The other photo is of an adult shield bug I found on our car hood (The different tones of the background are because I shaded the bug in order to shoot it effectively). Their shield designs are, as far as bugs go, breathtaking (at least to photogs) — and I’ve notice more of them this season than I have before. Shield bugs suck the sap from various plants and also eat small insects. By the way, neither bug was harmed in the making of the photos.

A recent article in The New Yorker goes into detail as to how these insects can be overwhelming — truly overwhelming as in tens of thousands showing up inside people’s houses (the author talks specifically about a couple’s overrun home in South Carolina). The article says that the brown marmorated stinkbug profiled therein is not native, but has spread to almost all states in the continental U.S. They also found thirty thousand (30,000!!) stinkbugs living in a small shed in Virginia. 

The author of The New Yorker article, Kathryn Schulz, rightfully concludes that, although the offending stinkbugs may rouse us to get rid of them them as quickly as we may also act to save the beloved polar bears, we should keep in mind that “…the most troubling thing about the natural world today is not all the things we have to live with. It is all the things we have to live without.” Amen to that.

Sources:

Kathryn Schulz, author of “When Twenty-six Thousand Stink Bugs Invade Your Home” in The New Yorker, March 12, 2018 issue

Wikipedia on “Pentatomoidea”

GardenSafari.com on Shieldbugs


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4-Corners Food Drive Saturday to benefit Hopelink

Keep the shelves full at Hopelink
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Saturday, October 6, 1:00pm to 7:00pm
Richmond Beach QFC, 600 NW Richmond Beach Rd, 

The foundation of a strong community starts with four corners. 4-Corners.org is made up of the neighborhoods of Hillwood, Innis Arden, Richmond Beach, and Richmond Highlands.

The organization sponsors the annual BrewFest and Food Drive to benefit Hopelink. These events help enhance and strengthen relationships among the neighborhoods.

On Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 1:00 to 7:00pm, volunteers will be collecting food outside Richmond Beach QFC. By collaborating with our neighboring communities, we hope to lavish Hopelink with much needed items.

The items most needed at this time are canned meats (tuna, chicken, etc.), nut butters, jelly/jam, canned beans (black, garbanzo, kidney, etc.) and rice (all kinds). Please swing by to say hi to your neighborhood representatives and drop off your donations for our neighbors in need.

Alternative methods for contributing include cash or checks made payable to "Hopelink" or online donations at hope-link.org. Your generous donations are greatly appreciated.


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Spruce up the Densmore Pathway Saturday

A bench marks the entrance to the Pathway
Volunteers will spruce up the Densmore Pathway on Saturday, from 10am to 1pm, to get it ready for winter.

The Pathway is a city right-of-way between Densmore and Ashworth, just north of N 185th. It boasts a smooth gravel path, native plants, and a bench.

Soon it will have a Little Free Library and a message kiosk.

It is maintained by the Echo Lake Neighborhood Association. You are welcome to come join the fun on Saturday as volunteers weed.

Bring garden tools, gloves, and dress for the weather. Meet on the Densmore side.


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Monster Mash Saturday starts the Halloween season

You don't have to be a hero to participate
in the Monster Mash Dash


Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 - 8am - Monster Mash Dash 


The Monster Mash Dash is a family 5K fun run and walk along Shoreline's Interurban Trail. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded for the best costume in each age group as well as best group costume.

The race will not be officially timed, but will be officially fun.

The race will follow the southern half of the Interurban Trail. Distances will be marked for families who would rather complete a shorter distance than the full 5K.

2018 Race Day Schedule:
  • 8:00 a.m. Check in/Registration and Costume Photos
  • 9:00 a.m. Run/Walk start
  • 9:30 a.m. Runner awards 
  • 10:00 a.m. Costume awards

2018 REGISTRATION
Online registration and t-shirt purchase

Registration costs:
Adults (ages 18 and up): $10
Youth (ages 6-17): $5
Children (ages 5 and under): Free

T-Shirts prices:
T-shirts (all sizes) - $10

T-shirts are not required and cost is not included in registration fees. Limited quantities available on race day.



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Cyclamen

Photos by Victoria Gilleland

One of the few flowers I do know by name is cyclamen. Victoria photographed these in Lake Forest Park. But I have clumps of them all over my (dead brown) lawn right now! 

I'm so pleased. I've always had a few show up but I have more this year than ever before. They are white, a very pale pink, and I may have one this shade of deep pink.

I wish they would take over the entire lawn.

Last year the clump in the flower bed got six feet across but then something started chewing holes in the leaves, probably ground beetles, and they weren't so beautiful after that.

So I'll enjoy them while they're here.

DKH



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Mark your calendar: Richmond Beach Community Association's Candidates Forum Oct 9

The driveway to church parking is hidden
by the trees
Google Earth
Richmond Beach Community Association's Candidates Forum
Tuesday, Oct. 9, 7:00 p.m. (note earlier start time)
Richmond Beach Congregational Church
1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline 98177

Candidates Forum at October Richmond Beach Community Association meeting

In what might be the most critical mid-term election in 160 years, many of the tensions and divisions are found down to local level.

Though the national partisan divides appear in only a few of the elections being contested in Shoreline, there are sharp contrasts and hot contests within the same party for some other races.

Everyone is welcome to attend the RBCA Candidates Forum, Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in the lower level of the Richmond Beach Congregational Church, 1512 NW 195th Street in Shoreline, at the special start time of 7:00pm.

Shoreline City Councilperson Jesse Salomon is challenging long-time State Senator Maralyn Chase for her seat in Olympia, and this promises to be a spirited debate. 

In another closely watched race, Republican Frank Deisler and newcomer Lauren Davis are vying for the State Representative seat left vacant by Ruth Kagi's retirement. In the other State Representative race, incumbent Cindy Ryu is opposed by Republican Dio Boucsieguez.

Those candidates for state office will appear later in the program, as they will be speaking at the League of Women Voters' forum at Edmonds Community College during the dinner hour. Much thanks to the LWV and the candidates for working with the RBCA to appear at both events.

Joe Campagna and Les Ponomarchuk, both rated exceptionally qualified, are seeking the Shoreline bench at King County District Court. Incumbent Marcine Anderson's opponent in the race for judge in the same court dropped out, but she is invited to appear at the forum nevertheless.

The candidates for U.S. Senate, Maria Cantwell (D) and Susan Hutchison (R), and 7th District U.S. Representative, Pramila Jayapal (D) and Craig Keller (R), are invited to Richmond Beach but may or may not attend; often the candidates for federal office send spokespeople.

Each candidate will speak, and a moderated discussion using questions from the audience will take place.


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League of Women Voters Snohomish County Candidate forum Oct 9

The League of Women Voters of Snohomish County will run forums for candidates from six districts in October. In each case all candidates are invited, although some choose not to attend.

Candidate Forums are scheduled twice in the Black Box Theatre at Edmonds Community College in Lynnwood, 20310 68th Ave W, 98036.

  • October 9 at 6:00pm the League has invited candidates of Legislative Districts 21. and 32 (includes Shoreline)
  • On October 16, at 6:30pm, the invited candidates are from US Congressional Districts 1, 2, and 7 (includes Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, and more).

The League urges the public to attend to understand more clearly the ideas and intent of each candidate before voting.

The League of Women Voters partners for these forums with the Sno-Isle Libraries, the Edmonds Community College, the AAUW, the NAACP, the Everett Herald, and the Snohomish County Elections and Voter Registration office.



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Dembowski on County Council budget committee - $11.6 billion

King County Metropolitan Council
Rod Dembowski, 3rd from right
represents Shoreline, LFP and other north end cities

Upthegrove, Lambert, Dembowski and Kohl-Welles to direct council budget deliberations

Four members of the Metropolitan King County Council’s Budget Committee will lead the council’s review of the Executive Proposed 2019-2020 King County Budget.

Budget Chair Dave Upthegrove and Vice Chair Kathy Lambert will be joined by Councilmembers Rod Dembowski and Jeanne Kohl-Welles in directing the deliberations of the proposed $11.6 billion budget.

The proposal, delivered to the council by County Executive Dow Constantine, includes a $1.6 billion General Fund budget, three-quarters of which is targeted for law, justice and public safety services.

All nine members of the council serve as members of the Budget Committee during the council’s review of the proposal. The committee will spend the next six weeks analyzing all aspects of the spending plan.

The council’s review of the budget will begin with a special meeting on Wednesday, October 3, when councilmembers will hear from the county’s separately elected officials on their proposed budgets.

The public will have an opportunity to discuss their budget priorities when the Budget Committee holds a special night meeting on Thursday, October 4 at Chief Kanim Middle School in Fall City.

The council’s vote to adopt the County Budget will take place in November.

You can follow the deliberations on the Council’s 2019-2020 Budget page, Facebook and Twitter (#KCBudget).

Follow the Council’s deliberations through Facebook and Twitter by signing up through the
King County Council website


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Op-Ed: Approve Proposition 1 for Shoreline Sidewalks

Bus pad on Meridian - but no sidewalk
We are People for Shoreline Sidewalks. 

Beginning in June 2017, along with more than a dozen other Shoreline residents, we served on a Sidewalk Advisory Committee organized by the City Council. 

We worked with city staff to establish criteria for deciding how and where to spend limited funds for sidewalk construction.

On the November 2018 general election ballot, Shoreline voters will be asked to consider Shoreline Proposition 1 to fund sidewalk construction. 

If approved, Proposition 1 will raise the local portion of the Sales and Use tax by 0.2% – that’s 2 cents on a purchase of 10 dollars – to build new sidewalks at 12 high-priority locations throughout the city.

We support Proposition 1 and we encourage Shoreline votes to Approve this ballot measure.
  • Proposition 1 will improve safety by separating pedestrian traffic from car traffic. In North City, pedestrians along 5th Avenue NE will no longer need to compete with parked cars for walking space. In the Westminster Triangle, we’ll build sidewalks along Westminster Way from N 145th Street to Shoreline Place. 
  • Proposition 1 will enhance access to transit by providing safe walking paths along bus routes. In the Echo Lake neighborhood, we’ll connect the isolated sidewalk sections at bus stops on the east side of Meridian Avenue N. 
  • Proposition 1 will connect communities to parks. In the Richmond Beach neighborhood, we’ll build a sidewalk along 20th Avenue NW from NW 195th Street to Saltwater Park. 
  • Proposition 1 will fill in gaps in our existing walking paths. In the Ballinger neighborhood, we’ll connect the disjointed sidewalks along Ballinger Way and along 19th Avenue NE. 
  • Proposition 1 will benefit all residents. In Richmond Highlands, we’ll build a sidewalk along Linden Avenue North from Shorewood High School to N 185th Street. Pedestrians and drivers will be safer as students go to and from school. 

There is never a good time to raise taxes. But Shoreline residents have consistently ranked sidewalk improvements as a high priority on the city’s biannual satisfaction surveys. If we believe that sidewalks are important, we must step up to the ballot box and vote to Approve Proposition 1.

Visit our campaign at www.ShorelineSidewalks.org to learn more about all 12 projects, and how you can help.

We’re going to put our 2 cents to work by voting to Approve Proposition 1. Please join us.

People for Shoreline Sidewalks

David Dailey
David Anderson
Robin McClelland


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Christmas: tickets on sale now for Northwest Boychoir Festival of Lessons and Carols

Northwest Boychoir Festival of Lessons and Carols
at Benaroya Hall
Photo by Ben VanHouten

Northwest Boychoir presents 

A Festival of Lessons and Carols
A Northwest Holiday Tradition – December 14-23, 2018 
at multiple area locations

The Northwest Boychoir celebrates its 40-year tradition of the presentation of its A Festival of Lessons and Carols concert series featuring eight regional performances in December. These holiday concerts showcase the 90-member combined chorus of the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint! Seattle.

Patterned after the Christmas Eve observance at King’s College in Cambridge, England, A Festival of Lessons and Carols is a holiday tradition for thousands of families in the Puget Sound region. This classical performance consists of nine holiday readings, each followed by a traditional carol performed by the choir, and another carol sung by the choir and audience.

Tickets and More Information HERE

Reserved Seating. Advanced tickets encouraged as many venues sell-out. Tickets are $11-$35, including discounts for seniors and students.

Wedgwood
Friday, December 14, 7:30 pm
Our Lady of the Lake Church
8900 35th Avenue NE, Seattle

Lynnwood
Saturday December 15, 7:30 pm
Trinity Lutheran Church6215 196th Street SW, Lynnwood

West Seattle
Sunday December 16, 7:00 pm
Holy Rosary Church
4210 SW Genesee Street, Seattle

Capitol Hill
Wednesday, December 19, 7:30 pm
Saint Mark’s Cathedral1245 10th Avenue East, Seattle

Ballard
Thursday, December 20, 7:30 pm
St. Alphonsus Church
5816 15th Avenue NW, Seattle

West Seattle
Friday, December 21, 7:30 pm
Holy Rosary Church
4210 SW Genesee Street, Seattle

Downtown
Saturday, December 22, 7:30 pm
Benaroya Hall
S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium
Presented by the Seattle Symphony with Northwest Sinfonia
200 University Street, Seattle
Tickets through Seattle Symphony:
206.215.4747 or www.seattlesymphony.org

Downtown
Sunday, December 23, 7:00 pm
Seattle First Presbyterian Church
1013 8th Avenue, Seattle



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Work party at 5 Acre Woods in LFP Saturday

On Saturday, October 6, from 9:00am to 12:00 noon, you are invited to volunteer with the Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation at the newly acquired 5 Acre Woods property. 

Volunteers are asked to meet 9:00am, where the day’s tasks will be removal of invasive ivy and to restore the health of the new park property. This month will also focus on planting native plants!

Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for uneven terrain/mountain beaver holes. Some tools will be provided but feel free to bring your garden shears, loppers, folding hand saws or metal rakes. Leave your power tools at home but don’t forget your gloves!

Dress for the weather (rain or shine) and feel free to bring family and friends to help volunteer at the work party, no experience required! Children 14 yrs and under require parental liability wavier and must be accompanied by parents. There will be a volunteer table to check in and receive direction.

Map to 5 Acre Woods Property

Questions? Contact Polly by email or phone (206-999-1406).



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Notes from Shoreline City Council meeting Oct 1

Tuesday, October 2, 2018

2018 Shoreline City Council
Shoreline Mayor Hall opened the October 1, 2018 Council Meeting at 7:00pm. 

The meeting began with the Mayor proclaiming October 2018 as Safe Shoreline Month. Residents are encouraged to participate in city sponsored safety programs to implement crime prevention measures, and to make preparations for naturally occurring disasters.

The City Manager’s report provided reminders for:
  • October 4th information meeting regarding Proposition 1, funding for new sidewalks and sidewalk improvements. 
  • October 4th Planning Commission public hearing regarding the 2018 Comprehensive Plan amendment
  • October 6th Annual Monster Mash Dash 5k. Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. 
  • October 6th is also the final Famers Market of the year. 
Council reports included the City of Olympia’s plan to prepare an Amicus Brief supporting the City of Seattle’s proposed income tax. This was passed by the Association of Washington Cities on behalf of all 281 cities. Prior to Shoreline signing on as an individual city, the Council has asked the City Attorney to obtain a copy of the of the Brief when it's available for the Council to discuss.

There was one brief public comment. Puget Sound Energy's local government affairs officer encouraged the Council to approve the right of way extension (see Ordinance #837 below).

Two Action Items were on the Agenda. Councilmembers reported no ex parte communications.

Discussing Ordinance No. 838 – Rezone at 14507 and 14511 Stone Avenue North

This discussion concerned rezoning from R-48 (residential) to MU (commercial). Staff reported that the property currently contains apartments. The application was submitted in June 2018 and previous meetings included a public discussion in August 2018. Rezones require a public hearing, and must be evaluated by the City Hearing Examiner for compliance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and related criteria. In this case, the Hearing Examiner recommended approval.

Councilmembers raised questions regarding increased rents as a result of the change in zoning and possible higher property taxes. It was agreed increased rents are not a result of rezoning itself (the issue before the Council), but the result of development of the property (not before the Council). No plans for development are required and none were submitted with the request for rezoning. It was generally accepted that the current apartments appear to be near the end of their useable life. Council should consider the following if and when development plans are submitted: building height and transition from adjacent building heights, access from Stone Ave rather than the already congested 145th St, possible eligibility as an historical landmark, increased taxes and rental costs. Referred to Consent Calendar 10/15/2018.

Discussing Ordinance No. 840 – Extending the Right-of-Way Franchise for Puget Sound Energy

There was a very brief Staff report stating that, due to time constraints partially caused by staff turnover, Council and PSE have been unable to finalize negotiations and obtain approval for a new long term franchise. This ordinance requests an additional one-year extension to the Right of Way agreement to expire 10/31/2019. There are no changes during the extension. It is hoped a long term franchise proposal will be available for consideration in the first quarter of 2019. Referred to Consent Calendar 10/15/2018.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:44pm.

A video of the meeting and information for all topics are available on the City of Shoreline website.

--Pam Cross


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Lecture: Hemp oil for health

Summer Nemri, LAc, will hold a seminar on Tuesday October 23, 2018 from 2-3pm on the health benefits of hemp oil.

The talk will be held in Room 1814 of Building 1800 at Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133.



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Jobs: Real estate specialist at WSDOT

Property and Acquisition Specialist 3 In-Training
Opening Date: 10/2/2018
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

WSDOT is seeking a dedicated real estate professional to join the Real Estate Services team at our Shoreline office in North Seattle.

As a Property Management Specialist, the agent manages WSDOT properties, maintains and updates inventory files and maps, researches ownership, investigates damage claims and resolves encroachments. 

This role will independently prepare and process new and revised leases, and terminate leases. In addition, they will also prepare and process surplus property and lease reviews, inspects real property inventory, initiate the legal process for the removal of adverse encroachments, and maintain computer data files for inventory and agreements.

The Property Acquisition Specialist has ownership of the process for the demolition of WSDOT owned improvements and has responsibility for preparation of all types of documents including, but not limited to Airspace, Trail, Ground, Tieback, and Displacee leases.

The successful incumbent will have the drive and initiative to make a difference and be the link between the public and WSDOT's award winning transportation program. If you would like to work a flexible, day shift schedule, in a cooperative, team-oriented environment, this may be a perfect opportunity.

To view the entire announcement and to apply, please visit: Property and Acquisition Specialist 3 In-Training



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Bethel Lutheran offers free drop-in care for Wednesday early release days



Bethel Lutheran Church (17529 15th Ave NE) is offering free, secular drop-in care for students in the Shoreline school district on early release Wednesdays. Drop-in care is a available from 1-5pm on Wednesdays.

Register your child (and more information) HERE

At Bethel, students will receive a snack, the opportunity to participate in activities and crafts, and have supervised homework time. We have some awesome high school volunteers who are helping provide care as well staff members who will be supervising and creating programming.

Starting with this school year, the Shoreline School District is releasing K-8 students early on Wednesdays so teachers have time for meetings, planning, work sessions, and other activities.



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Photo: A second season

Photo by Shirley Sidell

We are blessed with a second season of fall flowers - assuming today's rain didn't pound them into the ground!

These lovely flowers were photographed by Shirley Sidell and I suspect she grew them as well.

Thanks for sharing!



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Authors at Third Place Books

Eating the Northwest, mystery noir, and a charming children's book mark the rest of this week at Third Place Books at Town Center in Lake Forest Park, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way.


Tuesday, October 2, 7pm
Darrin Nordahl
Eating the Pacific Northwest (Chicago Review Press)

Darrin Nordahl takes us on a journey to expand our palates with the local flavors of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. There are a multitude of indigenous fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and seafood waiting to be rediscovered, including salmon, truffles, geoduck, and more!

Wednesday, October 3, 7pm
Sara Gran
Infinite Blacktop (Atria)

The “delicious and addictive” (Salon) Claire DeWitt series returns with a thrilling noir mystery that follows three separate narratives starring the self-proclaimed “world's greatest detective.” As Lauren Beukes, author of The Shining Girls raves, these novels are “cryptic, dreamy, funny and gritty as hell
… Claire DeWitt is an unreliable detective unlike any other.”

Saturday, October 6 at 11am
Special Story Time with Bonny Becker
The Frightful Ride of Michael McMichael

Join Seattle author Bonny Becker, author of the bestselling Mouse and Bear series, for a deliciously spooky story — illustrated by Mark Fearing — with a twist ending that'll leave readers hungry for more.




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A group for families struggling with dementia

Monday, October 29, 2018 from 11:30 to 1pm, hear a presentation from Jessica Anderson, ND for families grappling with the progression of dementia.

Free presentation. Free lunch served. RSVP to 206-367-6700 or by email before October 26.

Aegis of Shoreline, 14900 First Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.



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Downsizing workshop offered on Mondays or Saturdays

Correction: Yesterday's notice had the workshops on the wrong days - they will be offered on Mondays or Saturdays.

The Monday workshops begin October 8th.



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Imani Milele Concert Oct 12 at First Lutheran Richmond Beach


IMANI MILELE CONCERT 

Friday, October 12, 7:00 p.m. 

First Lutheran Richmond Beach


First Lutheran Richmond Beach welcomes back the Imani Milele children's choir. Imani Milele is a nonprofit Christian organization based out of Uganda Africa. 

Imani has a children's choir that tours the U.S. for eight months out of the year. Imani Milele brings the unique culture of Africa and God's love with them as they sing for all kinds of people across America. 

During the concert there will be praise and worship, cultural dances, drumming routines, video presentation of a day in the life of a child in Uganda, child testimonials and much much more.

This is a fun event for people of all ages — not an event to miss!



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Exhibit and Sale of 700+ Artworks Saturday at the College


6X6NW 2018

Saturday, October 6, 7pm – 9:30pm
Shoreline Community College Student Union Building


6X6NW is back once again! For one night, 700+ 6 x 6-inch artworks from more than 180 artists across the country will be exhibited at the Shoreline Community College. This evening event includes treats, drinks, live music, and the chance to purchase any of the artworks for $36.

If you see something you like, you better act fast, because eager art collectors will be welcome to pull their purchases right off the walls! 

Concerned you might not get the piece you pine for? Purchase a ticket for the Collector’s Choice raffle for a chance to select any masterpiece you would like before the buying frenzy begins (ticket price includes art purchase).

Doors open at 7pm for refreshments and time to view the works on display while mingling with friends and artists. Art purchasing begins at 8pm.

Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased HERE or at the door. (Free event parking!)

A very special thank you to our presenting sponsor Jack Malek, Broker and Realtor.

Thanks also to the City of Shoreline, Port of Seattle, City of Lake Forest Park, and 4Culture King County for support of our programs.

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.


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Join United Way’s Free Tax Preparation Campaign in the Fight Against Poverty

Volunteer at your neighborhood tax site.


Every year in Washington State, low- and middle-income families and individuals struggle to pay the bills and keep food on the table. During tax time, it can make an unstable situation even worse. Not only is Washington’s tax system the most regressive in the nation, but predatory tax preparers could charge upwards of $300 for a tax return, and may not tell their clients about certain credits or saving opportunities they might qualify for.

Clare visited one of our United Way tax sites. She was a single mother of two making $30,000 a year. She struggled to pay her housing and grocery expenses. During her time with our Free Tax Campaign volunteers, she received a $3,000 refund at absolutely no cost. This meant that she was able to meet some of her basic needs to support her two children.

In 2018, our wonderful volunteers helped over 23,000 people and brought back $31.6 million in tax refunds and credits. For many of our clients, it helps them cover the cost of basic needs like food and shelter. For this upcoming tax season, we’re hoping to make an even bigger impact in our community. To do this, we need your help.

We rely on our talented team of volunteers to make this possible. Join us and fight against poverty. We provide free comprehensive training that will boost your skills, and help reach the people who need it most. No prior tax experience needed!

Find a Free Tax Prep location near you and get involved: HERE 



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Tuesday night Pub to Pub run

Ridgecrest Public House
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Join the Richmond Beach Running Club for an adventure run this week - Pub 2 Pub Run!

Plan to meet at Ridgecrest Pub in Shoreline (520 NE 165th St, Shoreline, WA 98155) at 6:00pm. 

Leave your car and run with us to Salish Sea Brewery in Edmonds (approximately 6.5 miles). After the run, stick around for some conversation and a pint or two.

We'll shuttle folks back to Ridgecrest when we're done. (If you're not up for a 6.5 miler, run a regular route from Salish and meet us when we arrive.) 

Bring your reflective gear this week, runners. It's beginning to get dark earlier and we want everyone to be safe out there. As always, all paces, experience levels, and beer preferences (even root beer) are invited and welcome.

Here's the running route to follow on Tuesday:
  • Start at Ridgecrest Pub (Shoreline) on 165th, turn right on 5th Ave.
  • Left on 175th (cross under I-5), right on Meridian Ave N.
  • Left on 200th (run behind Costco and cross Aurora Ave).
  • Right on Fremont Ave N, left on 244th St SW (becomes Firdale Ave, then becomes 100th Ave W).
  • Left on 15th (just past the cemetery), right on 8th, left on Elm, right on A St., left on Pine.
  • Right on 6th, left on Walnut, right on 6th, left on Dayton.
  • Arrive at Salish!


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Classic silent film Phantom of the Opera at Senior Center Friday

Free at Senior Center Friday
Phantom of the Opera
Phantom of the Opera, Friday October 5, 2018, 1:30pm - 3:30pm. 

Hosted by Scarecrow Video, the world's largest collection of vintage videos

Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Ste 1, Shoreline

Light refreshments provided

The Phantom of the Opera is a 1925 American Silent film horror film adaptation of Gaston Leroux's The Phantom of the Opera. It was directed by Rupert Julian and starred Lon Chaney.



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World Concern responds to help survivors of Indonesian earthquake and tsunami

On Friday, Sept. 28, a magnitude 7.5 earthquake shook Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, and was followed less than half an hour later by a powerful tsunami that killed more than 1,200 people and left at least 200,000 people in need of immediate aid. 

“This is the worst devastation I’ve seen since the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004. Looking at these images brings flashbacks of 12 years ago,” said Chris Sheach, World Concern Director of Disaster Response. 
“There are still places that the Indonesian government cannot reach. They are asking the international aid community for help with medical assistance, water, food, and shelter.”

The earthquake and tsunami in a densely populated city and rural areas has affected more than 2.5 million people. Children have been separated from their families, thousands of homes have been demolished, infrastructure has been destroyed, and people are living outside without shelter. The region has experienced more than 250 aftershocks through today, many of which have been strong.

As affected areas can be reached, Shoreline-based World Concern and partners on the ground are assessing the needs of families and preparing to respond. Donate HERE


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