Fines from State Insurance Commissioner include Dental Health Services and American Pet Insurance

Wednesday, January 2, 2019

Mike Kreidler
State Insurance Commissioner
The Office of the State Insurance Commissioner monitors insurance related activities and responds to complaints about insurance providers which operate in the state. When there is fault, the office levies fines.

Two recent actions involved dental and pet insurance.

Dental Health Services, Seattle; fined $500,000, order 18-0437

Kreidler fined the dental insurer for:
  • Failing to identify and process 23 policyholders’ appeals.
  • Failing to identify and process 342 grievances from policyholders.
  • Erroneously canceling polices.
  • Double-charging 492 policyholders a total of $56,351. The company refunded the money with an additional $5,635 in interest. 
  • Failing to deliver enrollment materials to 76 policyholders. 
In addition to the fine, Kreidler will prohibit the company from selling new policies for at least 12 months. After the probationary period, the company can ask Kreidler to allow it to sell policies if it completes compliance and corrective action plans to the commissioner’s satisfaction. Kreidler is suspending $400,000 of the fine and will impose additional penalties if the company fails to comply with the terms of the order.

Kreidler previously took action against Dental Health Services in 2017 and 2018. Kreidler fined the company $400,000 for mishandling consumer complaints and other issues.

American Pet Insurance Co., New York City; fined $10,000, order 16-0127

Kreidler imposed $10,000 of a suspended fine against the pet insurance company for failing to follow the compliance plan it agreed to in July 2016. The plan includes a self-audit, which revealed that one policyholder was charged the incorrect premium and eight policyholders did not receive the required 30-day notice for a rate change. Kreidler previously suspended $100,000 of the $250,000 to ensure compliance with the terms of the order. This is the first portion of the suspended fine that Kreidler has imposed on the company.

If you have issues or questions about any kind of insurance, you can file a complaint at the webpage.

One caveat - the state only regulates medical insurance provided by insurance companies. Almost all the big companies are "self-funded" which means that they are acting as their own insurance company. As such, they are not regulated by the state. The companies contract with insurance companies to run their programs, so it's often impossible to tell if your insurer is self-funded (ask your Human Resources department).


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Local game developers invited to Board Games at Shoreline Library Sunday


Photo by K Carpp

Library Game Day Sunday at the Shoreline Library.


January 6, 2019, noon to 3pm in the large meeting room at the library, 345 NE 175th, Shoreline 98155.

Put away your screens and join us for an afternoon of board games, card games, dice games, and more for all ages.

We'll have tables filled with games for you to try. Bring your friends and family or meet new people to play with! Bring your own game and enjoy the camaraderie!

We will invite local game developers to bring their games for play testing. Stop by and see what's new!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.



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Photos: Griselda's landings weren't always elegant...

Tuesday, January 1, 2019

Griselda’s landings weren’t always elegant, but she got the job done! (Ring-billed Gull on Lake Washington)






All photos copyright Gloria Z. Nagler



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Workshop: Federal taxes for your business

Rizwan Chaudhry of NW Accountants will discuss Federal Taxes for Your Business on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 from 5:30 - 7:30pm at the Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace 98043

This small business workshop covers business codes, deducting expenses, the difference between employees and contractors, estimated tax payments, and more.

Free.


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What parents need to know about smart kids

Austina De Bonte
The Shoreline Hi Cap Advocacy Group, in partnership with the Shoreline PTA Council, is excited to welcome back Austina De Bonte, president of the Northwest Gifted Child Association (NWGCA), to Shoreline for her presentation, "What Parents and Educators Need to Know About Smart Kids."

This is an opportunity to learn about the social/emotional concerns that impact our advanced learners: what's normal, what to expect as they grow, and why genuine challenge is vitally important to their learning, as well as the development of their academic talents --- from the preschool and elementary years all the way to high school and beyond.

Monday, February 4, 2019 at the Shorewood High School theater, 17300 Fremont Ave N, 6:30pm - 9:00pm. Business meeting at 6:30pm, speaker at 7pm.

This is a free speaker event for parents and for anyone who supports our students.



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Classifieds: Notice of special meeting time change


NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING TIME CHANGE

As required by RCW Chapter 42.30, Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified of the following change to the special joint Board meeting with the North City Water District.

• January 29, 2019 the special meeting start time has been changed from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Special Meeting will be held at the North City Water District located at 1519 NE 177th St, Shoreline, Washington.

Notice posted by:

Beatriz Goldsmith
Executive Assistant
December 20, 2018



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Classifieds: Northshore Fire Department Notice of Public Hearing

Notice of Public Hearing
Northshore Fire Department
King County Fire Protection District No.16

NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that pursuant to RCW 52.18.060(1) the Board of Fire Commissioners of King County Fire Protection District No. 16 is holding a public hearing regarding King County Fire Protection District No. 16 Proposition 1.

The proposition is seeking voter authorization to continue the benefit charge for the support of fire district services.

The election will be held on February 12, 2019.

DATE OF HEARING:
January 15, 2019

TIME OF HEARING:
6:30 PM

PLACE OF HEARING:
Headquarters Station 51
7220 NE 181st Street
Kenmore, Washington 98028

DATED this 31st day of December 2018.



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Gallery North in Edmonds announces its January featured exhibit “In With the New" featuring potter Skip Schwartz

Four vases by Skip Schwartz
Skip Schwartz was looking for a creative outlet after retiring from the sea as a tugboat captain. 

Inspired by a friend’s beautiful work, he began his career by taking pottery classes at Edmonds Community College. He prefers classic shapes with an Asian ascetic. 

“I find that my pottery is heavily influenced by the pottery I encountered while sailing around the Pacific Rim,” says Skip. 

Over the years he has honed his skills and now in his studio is in Edmonds, WA, he specializes in wheel-thrown pieces, created under the watchful supervision of his cat, Stormy.

In addition to Skip Schwartz’s pottery, all member artists of the gallery were challenged to create something new, which had never been shown at the Gallery North before. Artists will try a new medium, subject, style, or just create a brand new piece. It will be fun to see what they create. 

Mugs by Skip Schwartz
Also in the gallery this month, Watercolor artist Pamela Harold, well-known in the Edmonds art community, recently donated several pieces to the gallery before she moved to Canada. Formerly a member of Gallery North, Pamela wanted to give back. The first piece of this collection will be sold by silent auction during the month of January and will benefit the gallery. Come put in your bid to own one of her beautiful pieces of art.

The opening reception for “In With the New" will be held at Gallery North on Saturday, January 5, 2018 from 1pm to 4pm. Meet the artists, enjoy refreshments, enter to win hourly raffle prizes, and shop for art. The artists also will be present at Gallery North during the Edmonds Art Walk on January 17th from 5-8pm. This exhibit will be open for viewing through the month of January.

Gallery North, at 55 years old, is one of the longest running artists’ cooperative galleries in the nation. It continues its mission to promote and sell local art in the heart of beautiful downtown Edmonds. Located at 401 Main Street, Edmonds, Gallery North is open seven days a week. Visit the Galley North website, or contact Gallery North at 425-774-0946.


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Run, walk, and ride - say goodbye to the viaduct and hello to the tunnel with events Feb 2-3


There's a weekend of events to mark the end of the viaduct and opening of the tunnel in downtown Seattle. For details about the options and activities, visit 99 Step Forward


Tunnel to Viaduct 8K Run/Walk

It's time to run like the viaduct is collapsing behind you! (Note: it won't!) This is the final run on the Alaskan Way Viaduct before it's torn down, and the first ever run through the new tunnel.

The Tunnel to Viaduct 8K will head south on the upper deck of the new SR 99 Tunnel and will return on the lower deck of the viaduct returning north through the Battery Street Tunnel.

More information and register HERE

Complete Schedule: Saturday, February 2, 2019

7:30AM - Tunnel to Viaduct 8K Run/Walk
11:00AM - Grand Opening Festival
11:00AM - Tunnel Walk w/ Turnaround Option (free tickets HERE)
11:30AM - Official Ribbon Cutting12:30PM - Viaduct Celebration and Arts Festival



Tunnel Ride: SR 99 Grand Opening
Sunday, February 3, 2019

First chance to ride inside the new SR99 Tunnel and last chance to ride on the Alaskan Way Viaduct!

Bertha bore the way… Ride inside the new SR99 Tunnel before it opens to cars – and since the Alaskan Way Viaduct is still standing, bike these two routes together before the viaduct is demolished!

Registered riders will receive a free commemorative souvenir, and t-shirts will be available for purchase. A portion of the revenue from bike ride registrations help support the Step Forward weekend activities.

Registration

$36 premium members* / $40 basic members* (Age 13+)
$18 premium members* / $20 basic members* (Ages 1–12)

*All registered riders become free Cascade basic members upon creation of an online account. Learn more here.

Registration will close Tuesday, January 29, 2019, 11:59pm.



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Find out about Free/Low Cost health services

Find out about services at ICHS on Friday
at the Shoreline Library
ICHS Information Session at Shoreline Library

Friday, January 4, 2019 from 10am to 2pm, stop by the Shoreline Library lobby, 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline 98155.

Stop by and visit with an International Community Health Services (ICHS) Community Advocate for information on Free/Low Cost Health Services, including dental.

ICHS is located at 16549 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133 and is open to all.


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Health Insurance Application Assistance at Mountlake Terrace Library in January

Health Insurance Application Assistance 
Tuesdays Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 1:00-4:00pm
Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace 98043

Sea Mar Community Health Centers will assist you with enrolling in Medicaid and low cost coverage health plans through the Washington Health Plan Finder as well as Food Stamps and/or cash assistance for those in need. 

For those who already have insurance through the state they will help you renew and answer any questions you might have about your coverage. 

Drop in anytime between 1:00 - 4:00pm to meet with a Certified Navigator who is available to help you free of charge.



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CityWise applications due Friday

Ok - all of you who complained that the city council doesn't share information - here's an incredible opportunity to learn how local government works in Shoreline.

The CityWise Project is a free series of 8 interactive classes Tuesday evenings, January 22 - February 9. 

Open to residents, employees, business owners, and students ages 16 and older - but limited to 15 people.

Details are available on the City website.

To be considered, submit an online application by Friday, January 4th. 

Notification of acceptance will be sent by January 11th. 

For more information, contact Neighborhoods Coordinator Constance Perenyi at 206-801-2253.



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Photo: Happy New Year!


2019

Be kind when I forget what year it is!



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Now open: Taco Time and Starbucks

Taco Time on Aurora now open
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The newest local Starbucks is in Parkwood Plaza
Photo by Steven H. Robinson


Taco Time and Starbucks really don't have anything to do with each other as businesses. However, they were both under construction at the same time and both have opened the same week.

The Taco Time moved up the street a few blocks from Seattle to Shoreline, to a new building which replaced a closed Taco Bell.

The Starbucks is in the center of Parkwood Plaza.

Both establishments are just south of the intersection of N 155th and Aurora Ave N.




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Poem: The Little Red Car


The Little Red Car

Driving down the freeway, traffic in a jam.
I‘m calm, yet on the look-out, doing what I can

Lanes keep disappearing, cars begin to slow. 
I’m trying to move over; will someone let me go?

A red car, right behind me, gives a little toot. 
Quickly I scoot over, with more cars in pursuit

But my new lane disappears and I can’t get in. 
Look who’s there to help: the red car once again.

Traffic’s getting thicker. Oh, my exit’s here. 
Can’t believe my eyes, but in the rear-view mirror,

Once more on this freeway, the red car makes a space. 
Quickly, I zip over. Down the ramp we race

The red car right behind me, its driver wears a grin. 
A friendly wave, a little honk and off we go again.

In the middle of a freeway somehow we connected. 
It really made my day, such kindness unexpected.

Now there’s a toy car on my dresser, painted shiny red, 
just like the picture of the car that’s in my head.

Always it reminds me, when I see it every day: 
Make some room for others. Help them find their way.

By Cynthia Sheridan



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Children's programs at the Shoreline Library in January

Entrance to the Shoreline Library
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
January Children's Programs at the Shoreline Library

Chess @ the Shoreline Library

Wednesdays, January 9, February 27, March 27, April 24 and May 22, 3-4:30pm
Sundays, January 13, February 10, March 10, April 7, May 5 and June 2, 1-3pm

Ages 6 and older; ‘tweens and teens welcome.

Join the club! Play chess, learn chess, or teach chess to others. Drop in to enjoy a casual and fun atmosphere with snacks provided. All skill levels are welcome! We’ll have chess boards and people willing to teach those who want to learn.

Snacks provided courtesy of the Friends of the Shoreline Library.

Club del Libro Familiar en Español/Family Book Club in Spanish

Wednesday, January 9, 4:30pm

¡Únanse al Club del Libro Familiar en Español! Un programa de lectura en español para niños entre 5 y 10 años acompañados de sus familias. Aprende a través de discusión y actividades divertidas. Analiza historias, enriquece tu vocabulario y desarrolla el pensamiento crítico y las habilidades de comprensión en español.

Join the Family Book Club in Spanish! A reading program in Spanish for children ages 5 to 10 accompanied by their families. Learn through discussion and fun activities. Analyze stories, learn new vocabulary and develop critical thinking and comprehension skills in Spanish.

Second Wednesday of each month / Segundo miércoles del mes:
January / enero 9 Mi propio cuartito / My Very Own Room by Amada Irma Pérez

Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Live Paint!

Saturday, January 12, 10:30am

Family program, all ages welcome.

Presented by Cindy Arnold of Live Paint.

Learn about the big words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This program combines storytelling, theater arts and creative writing to create a unique experience that will inspire, empower, educate and entertain people of all ages!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library.

Spanish Story Times

Thursdays, January 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21 and 28, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, April 4, 11 and 18 and May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 11am

Presented by Marco Cortes

Ages 3 to 6 and families

Stories, songs and activities in Spanish! For children who speak Spanish and those interested in the language.

Cuentos En Español Para Niños

Jueves, 17, 24 y 31 de enero, 7, 14, 21 y 28 de febrero, 7, 14, 21 y 28 de marzo, 4, 11 y 18 de abril y 2, 9, 16 y 23 de mayo, 11am

Para niños de 3 a 6 años de edad con sus familias y/ o cuidadores

Este es un programa de 30 minutos de cuentos y canciones en español con Marco Cortes. Este programa es para niños que hablen español y aquellos interesados en el idioma.

Chinese Story Times / 中国故事

Fridays, January 18 and 25, February 1, 8, 15 and 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, April 5, 12 and 19 and May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 11am

Presented by Hua Zhang.

Family program, all ages welcome.

Enjoy stories, culture and activities in Mandarin Chinese. For children who speak Chinese and those interested in the language!

English Language Story Times for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and families! Please see all of our library events on our website, or call the Shoreline Library at 206-362-7550 for more information.



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Book Review by Aarene Storms: Turtles All the Way Down

Turtles All the Way Down
by John Green

16-year-old Aza has a problem. It's not school -- she gets good grades. It's not friends -- her best friend Daisy is the Best and Most Fearless Friend Ever. It isn't money --though Aza's family isn't rich, they have enough for food, housing, transportation, and relatively up-to-date technology. It's not even her mom -- though her mom doesn't always understand Aza, she definitely loves her daughter.

Aza's problem is her mind: sometimes she can control her anxieties, but sometimes the worries spiral in tighter and tighter until Aza is almost strangled by them.

When Aza and Daisy decide to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a friend's dad (who happens to be a billionaire), nothing goes according to plan. Aza wants to be involved closely with Davis, but every time they kiss, her anxiety kicks into high gear.

This is not a simple book to read. Aza's intrusive thoughts are nearly crippling at times, and those who love her aren't having much fun either.  But, as storyteller/author Elizabeth Ellis observed in her book Inviting the Wolf In:
"Perhaps that is the greatest disrespect we can pay anyone: 
to be unwilling to look at their pain.  
If they could live it, I could look at it.  
Perhaps it was the very least I could do."
Author John Green didn't just research obsessive compulsive disorder in order to write this book; rather, he lives with it. His expertise, painfully acquired, shines through. It's painful to read, but not nearly as painful as it is to live. The least we can do is to look, and learn.


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

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



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Political cartoon: Happy new year...




Whitney Potter's non-political cartoons can be found with the Cartoon tag or in Features on the webpage ShorelineAreaNews.com




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Free beginning genealogy class on Saturday

Research Library in Heritage Park
Sno-Isle Genealogical society offers a free beginning genealogy class on the first Saturday of each month at 10am lasting about 1 hour at the Research Library in Heritage Park, 19827 Poplar Way, Lynnwood.

Learn how to get started with your research, plus tips on getting organized will help you find your ancestors.

For more information call 425-775-6267 on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday 11-3pm.



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Holiday tree recycling in Shoreline

Recology CleanScapes will collect unflocked, undecorated, natural trees in lengths up to 4 feet.

Shoreline customers who subscribe to food scraps and yard debris collection service may place trees out for collection on their regularly scheduled food/yard waste collection day.

Residential customers who do not subscribe to food scraps and yard debris service may schedule collection of properly prepared trees during the first two full weeks in January at no additional charge.

To schedule, contact Customer Service at 206-763-4444 or at shoreline@recology.com by Friday, January 4th.

Flocked trees are not accepted in compost collection because flocking contains non-compostable materials including adhesives, flame retardant, or additives. 

Flocked trees may be disposed as garbage for an additional fee.



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For the Birds: First bird of the year

Varied Thrush

Text and Photos by Christine Southwick

Birders are eternal optimists -- they will go out in all kinds of weather to see a new bird that is reported to be close by.

They will drive miles for a two-minute look at a bird that is only visiting this area. 

Only an optimist would take that chance.

American Goldfinch
Birders study bird pictures, listen to bird songs, calls and chips, and learn their habits so that they can identify an often fast-moving bird quickly.

Birders like to set up challenges — most birds in a county; most birds in a year; first bird of the year…

Band-tailed Pigeon
First Bird of the Year means that the morning of the new year when you identify the first bird you see (or hear if you are an advanced birder), that bird becomes your totem for the year.

Suppose that the first bird I see/hear is a Hairy Woodpecker, or a Varied Thrush, a Band-tailed Pigeon, or even an American Goldfinch.


Hairy Woodpecker, male
First, I would look up that bird to refresh my knowledge about this species. 

And then every time I my first-of-the year bird I will smile and think “That’s Good Luck!”






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WeatherWatcher: Surprise thunderstorm, December graphs, forecast for the week

Monday, December 31, 2018

Radar image December 30, at 1:45AM PST.
National Weather Service in Seattle

Sunday morning we had a surprise thunderstorm develop through Shoreline and Lake Forest Park.

It produced a nice lightning show for residents in the area, as well as causing brief power outages 3-10 seconds long in some neighborhoods.

This thunderstorm was the result of an active convergence zone behind the cold front of Saturday's windy storm. There was heavy rain, and even hail in areas from this storm. Some of the hail even survived until daylight hours in some spots. Rainfall totals at both Richmond Beach and North Ridge were 0.15 inches from the thunderstorm.

December graphs: December had a quiet start, continuing the weather pattern from November before turning active December 9. We came out just slightly above normal in total rainfall for the month, with several rain events, and wind events. We averaged around 3.6°F warmer than normal for the month as well.

December 2018 rainfall at the North Ridge station.

We had three wind storms, on December 14, 20, and 29. The first windstorm only received a wind advisory by the National Weather Service. This storm did the most damage as it was the first significant windstorm of the season, clocking in a peak wind gust of 43 mph.

Our second windstorm was the strongest, and prompted a high wind warning from the National Weather Service, clocking a peak wind gust of 46 mph. The third storm on December 29 earned a wind advisory which ended up being canceled shortly after the high winds peaked at 35 mph. The third storm just didn't quite get as strong as forecast models predicted.

Daily wind gusts at the Richmond Beach Station for December 2018.

The temperature graph shows the story of our above average temperatures for the month. We had several atmospheric river type storms keeping us warm with tropical and sub tropical moisture.

Daily high and low temperatures compared to station average December 2018, Northridge station.

Forecast: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day a cold start in the morning with temperatures in the low 30's or upper 20's. Areas of fog are likely as well, with a high temperature slightly above 40°F.

Our next weather system starts to approach the area Tuesday evening with increasing clouds and lows near 30°F.

Wednesday afternoon the threat of rain returns with temperatures in the 40's. Winds are expected to be on the increase as well Wednesday night through Friday. Some forecast models are hinting at another wind storm Thursday or Friday. Rain remains in the forecast Thursday through next weekend. High temperatures near 50°F with lows in the upper 30's to low 40's.


I'm still looking for photos and info on past weather events in the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park areas. If you'd like to share your stories and photos please send me an email at carl.dinse@shorelineweather.com.

For current weather conditions visit www.shorelineweather.com



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Destinations: Nordic Museum in Ballard



Text and photos by Wayne Pridemore


A visit to Ballard's Nordic Museum is a real treat. For years it was hidden away in an old, closed school building. 



Not now, the new building is a spectacular place. It is located on at 2665 NW Market Street in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood.

The Nordic Museum shares Nordic culture with people of all ages and backgrounds. It provides educational and cultural experiences, and serves as a community gathering place.

 

The museum features Nordic Journeys, an interactive, immersive core exhibition. On the first floor there is a dedicated flexible gallery space for visiting exhibitions.

Admission; Adults $15, Seniors $12, Students $10, and children 0-4 free. Limited parking $2.

Museum Hours - Phone number 206-789-5707
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10am–5pm
Wednesday: 10am–5pm
Thursday: 10am–8pm
Friday: 10am–5pm
Saturday: 10am–5pm
Sunday: 10am–5pm

The Museum is closed to the public on Mondays, Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.



Admission is free on the First Thursday of the month:


We are proud members of Seattle's First Thursdays program! Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month. This includes free entry to our core exhibits. There is an additional $5 admission fee to see The Vikings Begin which is not included in the First Thursday program: a separate ticket must be purchased to attend this exhibit.


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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: New Year's Resolution




Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter can be found under Features 
in the first column of the front page of the Shoreline Area News



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Donna Hawkey: Eagles while gardening

Photo by Dennis Terpstra


By Donna Hawkey

At times, it feels like I am living in a part-time vacation here in Lake Forest Park. This past weekend was another example of that.

While tending the garden, I hear the now familiar and distinct calls of the adult eagle and its juvenile.

Upon glancing up, I see an adult with what appears to be a juvenile soaring around me, and both heading right back over my head in mere seconds. I stood still and smiled knowing I was in for something special.

Eagle headed away, with neatly tucked feet
Photo by Dennis Terpstra


A juvenile eagle will not develop a white head until around four or five years of age. This eagle was likely born this past spring. (An eagle’s nest in our neighbor’s tree is providing both delight and sadness. This nest is the probable cause of one eagle losing its life after being injured in a territorial fight.)

The eagle stays put, perched high
Photo by Jan Hansen
Here I am doing the messy garden clean-up thing, and am rewarded with a special eagle family sighting that makes me feel as if I traveled to a vacation outing.

The two eagles circle over my head a few times and land on giant Douglas Fir trees on my property. I feel a giant smile coming on. When they start communicating with one another again, I listen and observe. After about thirty seconds, they are so silent that I could hear a pine needle drop.

Waiting and without moving, I am in anticipation of another sighting of the two of them together.

But the eagles stay put perched high, so I decide it is time for a cup of tea, and to go into the house to share the experience with my husband.

As I reach my backdoor and begin to take off my garden shoes, I suddenly hear the eagles communicating again and wonder if this parent could be alerting the young one that soon the human will be gone?

Was today’s eagle parent lesson about finding your way back home to your nest without anyone else discovering it? Is this another reason why they have those “eagle eyes” that can see up to eight times more powerfully than the average human as well as see a broader range of colors?

Eagles even have better peripheral vision than an owl.

Love those eagles!
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg


In spiritual readings, there are meanings when you see an eagle. Seeing an eagle signifies courage and a sense of wanting to explore more and to grow. Also, if you dream of an eagle flying or one that is perched high, it could mean that good fortune or some triumph is coming your way.

Having a feeling of gratitude for not only the moment of experiencing the joy of such a nature sighting. and inspiring me to learn more about eagles, but also to the many residents who have fought the good fight to respect and to protect what we still have today.

Eagle conversation
Photo by Bruce Hill
We know how forward thinking it is when an organization like the Lake Forest Park Stewardship formed by residents over twenty years ago, and today, still helps maintain what city founder Ole Hanson realized and prospered from in Lake Forest Park.

This is the beauty and value of real estate with a soul.

The birds need the privacy and quiet to breed.

The male eagle brings green tree sprigs to its nest for possible shade or to deodorize it, and eagles are known to return to the same nest year after year. It’s their home.

It all needs protection and care if eagles are to thrive and to captivate us. And we all need the continuing good luck and fortune which all of Mother Nature can bring.

Let’s all carry on with the good fight and keep our trees, streams and the nature that resides and counts on them abundant and healthy!

In an ever growing populated area, it’s certainly more challenging to maintain all that. Please help out in any way you can.

More information about the Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation (LFPSF) and their important environmental work HERE

Also, the Lake Forest Park StreamKeepers is another valuable support group whose primary focus is to monitor and work to improve the quality of the water in our streams.

Donna Hawkey can be reached at dhawkey@comcast.com



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State Legislative Session Send Off Event and 46th District Town Hall Meeting

Sunday, December 30, 2018

From left: Sen. David Frockt, Rep. Gerry Pollet, Rep. Javier Valdez
46th Legislative District, including Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, and NE Seattle


The Cities of Kenmore and Lake Forest Park have partnered to host a 46th District State Legislative Session Send-Off event on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at Kenmore City Hall, 18120 68th Ave NE.

The Delegation will also host a 46th District Town Hall Meeting immediately following the Send-Off from 7:15pm to 8:15pm.

The public is invited to attend and meet their 46th District state legislators Senator David Frockt, Representative Gerry Pollet, and Representative Javier Valdez as they prepare for the 2019 Washington State Legislature Session.

For questions and more information contact Becky Range, Communications Specialist, at brange@kenmorewa.gov or 425-398-8900.



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