70 Years of Song with the Seattle SeaChordsmen and friends

Sunday, July 7, 2019

Co-Director Elizabeth Davies leads the chorus in song


Photos by Jerry Pickard

The Seattle SeaChordsmen Barbershop Chorus celebrated 70 years of music at their annual concert, held at the Shorewood Performing Arts Center on June 29, 2019 with two performances.

The Four Tune Seekers sang
C'mon Get Happy


The SeaChordsmen started life around 1940 with 18 men from the Seattle Star newspaper and KIRO radio. Nine years later they received their official charter.

From the beginning they sang as a chorus, but also formed many quartets from within the group. That pattern has continued to today.

The Sound Harmony Chorus were guest artists


They were joined this year by guest quartets and the Sound Harmony Chorus, a chapter of the Sweet Adelines, who share a director with the SeaChordsmen.

They've always been a performing group at events around Puget Sound. They compete in district, state, and national competitions.

The chorus rehearses every Tuesday at the Queen Anne Baptist Church, 2011 1st Ave N, Seattle 98109 and welcomes visitors. On July 16, 2019 they will have a special Guest Night with a special rehearsal program to welcome guests and introduce them to barbershop harmony.



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Shoreline Area News cartoonist Whitney Potter wins first prize in 2D Art at Shoreline Arts Festival

Serene by Whitney Potter


We are proud to announce that Whitney Potter, long-time cartoonist for the Shoreline Area News, has won the first prize in the Juried 2D (paintings and drawings) art contest at last weekend's Shoreline Arts Festival, held at Shoreline Community College.

His entry was a landscape painting titled ‘Serene’.

Based loosely on Deer Creek Falls, a tributary of the Stillaguamish River, the painting is on Arches cold press paper affixed to a wood panel.

The medium is Speedball Ink, acrylic, water soluble carbon, and some Pitt pens.

For a complete list of awards, see the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Arts Council webpage



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Low tide beach walk

Saturday, July 6, 2019

Richmond Beach Saltwater Park beach walk
Photo by Steven H. Robinson


Residents took advantage of Thursday's low tide to explore the beach with naturalists. Thursday was one of the lowest tides of the year - but Friday's tide will also be very low.

Here's previously published information on the beach walks: Low tide beach walks



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Visitor with Alzheimer's reunited with family in Lake Forest Park

George was lost in Lake Forest Park
Photo courtesy LFP Police
A Hawaiian man with Alzheimer's who was visiting in Lake Forest Park went for a walk on July 4, 2019. 

Once on the street, he couldn't find his way back or remember who he was staying with.

He ended up with the King County Mobile Crisis Team keeping him company while LFP Police used their social media to spread the word to look for his family and friends.

George does wear an Alzheimer's ID bracelet.

After the police alert was widely shared, George's family was found and he was reunited with them.

The police said, "George is a very pleasant man and we're glad that he got back to his family/"

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2nd Annual all-Kenmore Community Comedy night is set for July 12


Get ready to laugh! 
Friday, July 12, Fun, Food and Comedy! 


Enjoy great picnic food and laugh at hilarious improv comedy as we fund and befriend Kenmore's awesome nonprofits. Doors open at 5:30pm, picnic at 6pm, laughs at 7pm, winner announced at 9:30pm.

MC'd by local comedian and author Jesse Stoddard, this year the format will include improv acts competing in a no-holds barred laugh-off featuring: 


Building on the SRO success of last year’s laugh-off, the Kenmore Community Club has teamed up once again with other Kenmore non-profits for this event:

The event will be held at the Kenmore Community Club, 7304 NE 175th St, Kenmore, from 6pm to 9pm.

There will be picnic foods, sodas and brews on the club’s back lawn from 6-7pm, comedy will start at 7pm. There will be a comedy laugh-off with area improv groups competing for your laughs in a friendly competition featuring some the local area’s up and coming comedians.

It was a huge success last year and this year promises to be even bigger. Don’t miss it!

As a fundraiser for all four non-profits, suggested donations of $5 for a cup or plate will be accepted at the door. In addition, each club will sell $1 donation voting tickets, which audience members can use to vote for their favorite troupe.

More information at the Kenmore Community Club website.



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Jobs: Police lieutenant - City of Lake Forest Park

Lieutenant - Lake Forest Park Police Department

Application packets are due by 5:00pm on Tuesday, July 23, 2019.

Plans, organizes and manages Administrative, Patrol Operations and Support Services and/or programs consistent with the Department’s mission, core values, and department policy. Performs a variety of routine and complex public safety work in the performance of law enforcement activities.

Full description and application packet here



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Jobs: WSDOT

New job announcements from Shoreline WSDOT office

Acquisition and Relocation Supervisor - Property and Acquisition Specialist 6

Opening Date:7/2/2019
First resume review will take place on July 12, 2019

WSDOT is looking for a qualified individual to supervise acquisition and relocation staff responsible for acquiring the real estate, and relocating the people, possessions and businesses from property needed for transportation projects.

The incumbent works closely with the Real Estate Services Manager, appraisal, property management, relocation staff and design engineers to develop schedules and priorities to achieve the program objectives. Additional duties include the preparation of acquisition and title clearing documents, legal descriptions, and Real Property Vouchers, as well as reviewing acquisition and condemnation transmittals. This position will also coordinate and perform final reviews and revisions to legal documents and is responsible for scheduling the final action meetings and coordinating the publication of meeting notices in local newspapers.

View the entire announcement and apply: PAS6 - Acquisition and Relocation Supervisor

Construction Communications Specialist

Opening Date: 7/2/2019
Closing Date: 7/16/2019 11:59pm

Communications professional who will assist with leading media and public outreach campaigns for all construction projects in the Northwest Region. This position will create, lead, direct and control extensive media and public outreach campaigns as well as strategically respond to media inquiries with minimal supervision. At times, this position must also carry an on-call phone and serve as an agency spokesperson on a 24/7 basis. This position is responsible for responding to frequent reporter inquiries and assisting media outlets with diverse needs in a timely, effective, professional, and creative manner. This position also prepares WSDOT managers and executives for media interviews and speaking engagements with diverse audience. The Construction Communications Specialist will play a vital role in WSDOT's successful delivery of the Northwest Region design and construction program, maintaining public confidence and helping the public travel safely.

View the entire announcement and apply: CC4 - Shoreline



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BBQ season at the Shoreline Farmers Market Saturday

Market favorite Seattle Pops
Stop by the Shoreline Farmers Market this Saturday, July 6, 2019 and celebrate the BBQ season by supporting your local Washington growers.

Come to the market early to grab everything you need for your summer celebrations:

  • fresh berries from Sky Harvest Produce 
  • chicken and pork chops from Hogstead
  • infused butters from Butterfusion (because butter makes everything better)
  • local beer from Lowercase Brewing 
  • baguettes from Tall Grass Bakery
  • Popsicles from Seattle Pops
  • fresh veggies from Growing Washington - and so much more!

Shoreline Farmers Market is on the upper level of Shoreline Place, near Central Market 15505 Westminster Way NE, 98133.

It is open from 10am to 3pm every Saturday through the summer.




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Are you a customer of Lynnwood Brides and Beyond?

Brides and Beyond and Pro-Fit Tailoring burglarized
in Lynnwood - customer information taken
Photo from Google


According to Lynnwood Today, the bridal shop Lynnwood Brides and Beyond and its companion Pro-Fit Tailoring were burglarized on the 3rd or 4th of July. 

The shops were ransacked and about 30 dresses were taken. At the moment, the owner says she does not know which customers’ dresses are missing.

The owner said that the suspect or suspects stole her work laptop, receipts and other records with her customers’ information.

Owners want customer to contact them.

More information here



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Sno-Isle Genealogy donates books to burnt-out Paradise Genealogical Society

Friday, July 5, 2019

Photo courtesy Sno-Isle Genealogical Society


Volunteers at the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society packed up and delivered six boxes of books to the Post Office to be sent to the Paradise Genealogical Society to help replace their collection which was lost in last year's devastating wildfires in northern California.

A total of 164 pounds of books were mailed.

Thank you to those who donated towards the postage fund at the June 2019 meeting. Everyone at SIGS is happy to have been able to help the Paradise Genealogical Society as they restart their collection.


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Recology: Plastic free July

From Recology

Plastic Free July is a powerful campaign that focuses on the small changes we can make on an individual level to avoid single-use plastics. 

Plastic Free July offers a timely reminder that we need to focus as much on reducing our plastic consumption as we do on recycling.

We’re celebrating Plastic Free July by offering tips throughout the month to help you reduce the single-use plastic in your life. 

We invite you to participate in any way you can. 

Take the challenge to eliminate single-use plastics entirely, make just one swap, or simply take stock of your plastic habits and learn about easy ways you can help reduce plastic waste.

Follow Recology on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to access all of our tips during the month of July and get started with these five:

1. Find a water bottle you love

Globally we use 500 billion plastic water bottles a year!

2. Dine in and order less at restaurants

According to the EPA, food and packaging/containers together account for almost 45% of the materials landfilled in the United States! If you eat out often, you can make a big dent in your waste footprint simply by avoiding takeout containers.

3. Shop in bulk

Lots of the items you already buy in packages are available package-free in the bulk section of your grocery store. Estimates indicate that if Americans bought just almonds in bulk that would save 72 million pounds of packaging waste in one year!

4. Switch to bar soap and shampoo

Single-use plastics are extremely common in bathrooms. Start with simple swaps like replacing bottled soap and shampoo with good old bars!

5. Get your ice cream in a cone!

Every little bit helps! Skip the cup and the little plastic spoon. Even if you don’t like the cone, it’s compostable.



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Shoreline Fire celebrates nine promotions

Nine receive promotions at Shoreline Fire
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire


Shoreline Fire held a Pinning Ceremony to recognize nine firefighters who have been recently promoted. Nine is a record for the department.

With a very competitive process, those promoted are:

  • Battalion Chief - Andy Sawyer
  • Captain - Jake Yake and Eric Zender
  • Lieutenant - Andrew Leith and Mark Peterson
  • Driver Engineer - Cameron Eickelmann and Heath Miller
  • Fire Marshal - Derak LaFontaine
  • Inspector - Darrel Nahinu



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3R Technology opens computer reuse store in north Seattle

Reuse and recycle electronics at new north Seattle store

Eco-minded people in North Seattle have a new place to reuse and recycle electronics.

Local electronics recycler 3R Technology has opened a store in North Seattle that sells used computer equipment including Apple computers, laptops, desktops, monitors, tablets and servers.

The store also offers eco-minded people an easy-access location where they can safely and securely reuse or recycle surplus electronics including computers, TVs and small appliances for free.

The store is located at 9801 Aurora Ave N Seattle 98103, Hours 10am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 5pm on Saturday.

Glen Gaidos, 3R’s CEO and founder, says, “We want to give the community a way to reuse more electronics and make tech affordable to all. This store is a one-stop-shop for everyone’s electronics recycling needs.”

The store offers great values on refurbished computers and electronics. Low-income people are eligible to receive special discounts on computers and apply for low-cost Internet.

All computer equipment sold at the store has been thoroughly tested and includes a 30-day warranty.

The store offers free certified recycling of most household electronics including computers, printers, and TVs. All hard drives are either securely wiped or shredded to ensure data is destroyed.

3R Technology has helped individuals and businesses recycle electronics and destroy sensitive data for nearly twenty years. They are the largest IT asset disposition company in Seattle. 

Their main processing facility is in South Seattle, in the Georgetown neighborhood. They’ve operated a reuse store at that facility for many years and based on its success they decided to open a new store at 9801 Aurora Ave N.

3R is a certified Responsible Recycling (R2) and National Association of Information Destruction (NAID) business. These certifications ensure that all items dropped off for reuse and recycling will get their data destroyed and properly recycled if they can’t get reused.



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Photo: Daylily

Daylily
Photo by Wayne Pridemore


Pictures

of summer-

on screen arouse

a daylily dream as

I browse


by Brian Strand



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Book review by Aarene Storms: Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World

Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World by Ashley Herring Blake

Ivy is 12 years old (almost 13!), and feeling adrift following the birth of baby twins in the family. Her friends are just starting to think and talk about boys, but Ivy is starting to think about girls. Then, Ivy's world literally flies apart: a tornado flattens her house and leaves her family homeless.

Ivy is a smart, talented, and creative protagonist who finds more than a little help from friends--new friends and familiar friends.

This is a beautiful, sweet middle-grade book about Ivy and her family and friends, and their attempts to find their own places in the world. Highly recommended for readers ages 10 and up.


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 astorms@kcls.org




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Shoreline Honors College students present research projects at prestigious UW Research Symposium

Four of the eight Shoreline Community College Honors College students who presented their work at the UW Undergraduate Research Symposium on May 17, 2019.
From left to right: Daniel Loewito, Debby Hsu, Lucas Itani, and Dang Dang.
Photo courtesy Shoreline CC


Eight students in Shoreline Community College’s Honors College presented their multi-quarter research projects at the 22nd Annual University of Washington Undergraduate Research Symposium at Mary Gates Hall on May 17, 2019.

The symposium is a showcase for student academic work, and participation is application based and competitive.

Shoreline students joined more than 1,200 presenters in the day-long symposium at the UW, which aims to facilitate research experiences for undergraduates that motivate understanding of concepts through their application to real-world problems and helps students to develop a deeper understanding of more complex materials.

“It’s an invaluable and engaging learning experience for the students,” said Terry Taylor, a research track faculty member in the Honors College at Shoreline. 
“Not only do they learn to conduct university-level research, but they gain the confidence of sticking with a project of this magnitude for multiple quarters and being able to defend their findings in a public forum.”

Participants create a poster presentation of their research findings and must be prepared to discuss their work with symposium attendees. Research topics cover a range of disciplines and are of the student’s choosing.

Shoreline participant Shradda Malla agreed. 

“The (symposium) environment was filled with curiosity and wonder and I felt fortunate to be a part of it. Our Shoreline Honors College posters were comparable in quality to those of the four-year students, with little to no difference. In fact, our posters were more carefully thought out, organized, and professional because of the time we spent perfecting them as a class. I would recommend this experience for everyone.”


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Free singing lessons for women's barbershop


46th Anniversary Party 


SEATTLE SHORES CHORUS INVITES YOU 

to Attend Our FREE Introductory Series of Singing Lessons 
for Women's Barbershop Music! 

July 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th 
from 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM 

We accept women ages 16 to 99! 

Hope to see you soon ! 


We rehearse most Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at Shoreline Unitarian Church, 

14724 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155. Visitors are welcome. 

Check our calendar to be sure we’ll be there, and feel free to contact us if you have any questions or need directions. 

E-mail: Seattle.Shores@yahoo.com



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Classifieds: Special meeting workshop Shoreline Fire


SPECIAL MEETING/WORKSHOP NOTICE

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Shoreline Fire Department will hold a Special Meeting Workshop on July 23, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. The purpose of the workshop is to discuss potential regionalization.

DATE: Tuesday, July 23, 2019
TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Shoreline Fire Department
17525 Aurora Ave N.
Shoreline Fire Department 


Notice posted by: Beatriz Goldsmith
Executive Assistant
July 3, 2019


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In The Garden Now…..’Blue Mist’ Hebe

‘Blue Mist’ Veronica
 Text and photo by Victoria Gilleland

‘Blue Mist’ Hebe is a lovely garden import from New Zealand. This evergreen plant has been growing in my garden for well over 15 years and has sailed through cold winters and some pretty severe abuse.

My shrub is growing under 100 foot tall Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar trees so it gets little sunlight and minimal natural rainfall throughout the year. 

Branches have fallen on it repeatedly and it was nearly flattened by our late winter snow this past February. It always pops back into shape once the offending weight is lifted. That’s an “A” for resilience in my garden book.

This year’s bloom has been exceptional. The plant has been covered with an amazing number of clear blue cone shaped blossoms for weeks. I’m wondering if our icy late winter weather had something to do with this year’s super flower display.

Like most Hebe this one likes well drained soil and will thrive in full sun to part shade. The foliage is a rich dark green and has a leathery texture that stands up to cold winter winds. The blue flowers attract bees, butterflies and birds. 

My plant has maintained its compact stature at about 2 1/2 feet tall by 4 feet wide for all these years. Light pruning after bloom time to remove spent blossoms and damaged branches keeps this shrub in shape.

Many Hebe have met an untimely death in my garden. Perhaps too cold, too wet, too shady, wrong soil, who knows? I’d have to say this one is more adaptable and easier to grow than some….like the ones I killed!

‘Blue Mist’ has been a handsome tried and true performer in my garden. I wholeheartedly recommend this lovely compact shrub!

(Veronica ‘Blue Mist’)

Victoria Gilleland is the owner of Cottage Garden Designs, a Garden Design company specializing in Redesign of Residential Gardens, Garden Consultation and Coaching. She has been designing gardens in the northwest for over 25 years. (vjgilleland@yahoo.com)



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BBQ fundraiser for the ACLU and Raices Jul 15 at Paramount School Park

ACLU
A fundraiser BBQ for the ACLU and Raices will be held on Monday, July 15, 2019 from 6-8pm at Paramount School Park 15300 8th Ave NE, Shoreline 98155.

Come to support families and children being detained in inhumane conditions at the US Southern Border and be together as a community.

We will have some BBQ fare, drinks, snacks, cookies, etc. 

Suggested donation of $20/person (cash or you can show us an email or screen shot of your donation confirmation). 

If that isn't in your budget, please give what you can -- we are also looking for folks who can volunteer their time or materials.

Can't make it to the BBQ? Donate here:

More information can be found here:



Update 7-9-19: added link to Facebook page



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Free party at Ronald Commons July 13 - community welcome


Ronald Commons Community Block Party 
Saturday, July 13, 2019 
11:00am to 3:00pm 
Ronald Commons Courtyard 
Shuttle from Shorewood High School

All are welcome to the third annual Ronald Commons Community Block Party! This is a FREE event (yes, everything is free!) featuring live music, snacks, over 15 booths with games and activities, a bounce house and a door prize drawing with free swag, gift cards, merchandise and more!

Guests can also collect information about programs/support offered by community service agencies and other organizations and businesses in our area such as:
  • Shoreline Library: KCLS Summer Reading Program
  • Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council: Free Concerts in the Park
  • Shoreline PTA Council: The Works and Back to School Event
  • Shoreline Community College: Workforce
  • Seattle-King County League of Women Voters: Voter registration and education
  • Recology: Recycling education
  • Seattle-King County Public Health: Application assistance with health insurance/Medicaid, basic food, Seattle City Light Discount Program, ORCA Lift and other resources
  • Hopelink: Social services including housing, transportation, family development, financial assistance, employment programs, adult education, financial literacy training and food banks

Only handicap-accessible parking is available onsite. Off-site parking and shuttle are available in the west parking lot at Shorewood High School located at 17300 Fremont Avenue N in Shoreline.

Hosted by Ronald United Methodist Church, Hopelink and Compass Housing Alliance. For more information, leave a message for Event Coordinator Sheri Ashleman at 206-542-2484.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: I relish the 4th of July

Thursday, July 4, 2019




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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Celebrate "62@62" and get a commemorative magnet for donating blood in Richmond Beach

By Tom Petersen

The Richmond Beach Blood Drive comes to the Shoreline Fire Safety Center -- Station 62 -- for the 62nd time on Saturday, July 6.

This is worthy of celebration, so Bloodworks Northwest hopes that your holiday weekend festivities include a stop at the bloodmobile. All donors will take home a limited edition "62 @ 62" magnet!

People over age 16 are screened for eligibility in the air-conditioned unit, where giving blood takes about 45 minutes, door to cookies. 16 to 18 year olds need parental consent; all prospective donors need photo ID.

Donations are gratefully accepted from 10am to noon and from 1pm to 4pm. The Fire Safety Center is at the corner of Richmond Beach Rd and 20th Ave NW.

Make appointments online

Last year the Richmond Beach Community Drive celebrated its 10th Anniversary. The first two events were at the Richmond Beach Library, but later in 2008 the drive moved to Station 62 with the gracious cooperation of the Shoreline Fire Department.

Much thanks also goes to Bloodworks' longtime cooperating businesses, D'z Barbershop and Hill's Restaurant, which support the bloodmobile staff on-site.



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4th of July events in Seattle

Photo courtesy Seafair
Seattle Department of Transportation published a list of events in Seattle tomorrow, along with suggested bus routes.

A children's parade in West Seattle or a concert at the Locks might just be what you had in mind for the 4th.

So here's the list



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Washington Conservation Corps opens 300 environmental positions statewide

This week, the Department of Ecology opened recruitment for 300 environmental positions across the state within the Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) program.

“If you enjoy the outdoors, building new skills, and assisting communities in need—all while protecting the environment—nothing can rival the opportunities we offer in the WCC,” said WCC Program Director Bridget Talebi.

WCC is seeking young adults age 18 to 25, as well as Gulf War Era II veterans, reservists, and active duty dependents with no age restrictions.

The field-based AmeriCorps positions offer young adults and military veterans hands-on opportunities to gain experience in environmental restoration, monitoring and research, local and national disaster response services, and education projects.

Serving on small crews, WCC members engage in a variety of habitat enhancement projects, including planting native trees and shrubs along rivers and streams, and improving trails.

Prior experience is not required. WCC prioritizes member training and enrichment opportunities throughout their 11-month service terms. Members begin their new service terms on Oct. 7, 2019. 

Apply here 

State and national disaster response

Talebi said WCC members also assist communities in Washington and across the country after natural disasters. For instance, on Monday, July 8, several WCC crews will depart for Iowa to help low-income, elderly and people with disabilities affected by record-setting spring floods. Members will help by stripping damaged homes down to the studs to keep dangerous mold from growing in walls, ceilings, and floorboards.

During the current 2018-19 service year, WCC members responded to flooding in three counties in Washington and to 12 wildfires across the state. In addition, dozens of members also deployed to Florida to support communities affected by Hurricane Michael, and to North and South Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Florence. WCC members installed tarps on damaged roofs, performed home damage assessments, and removed debris and hazardous trees from homeowners’ yards.

WCC can be a unique stepping stone for a career in environmental services, Talebi said. “Our WCC has a proven track record of helping to create future leaders through community involvement and mentorship. There are countless examples of leaders in local and state government—as well as nonprofits and the private sector—who launched their professional journeys as WCC members.”

To learn more about the variety of projects WCC members support, check out pictures and stories on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr.

In addition to gaining field skills, WCC members are eligible for a $6,095 AmeriCorps Education Award after completing 11 months and 1,700 hours of service. Members are also eligible for education loan forbearance and interest payments through AmeriCorps, as well as health insurance and a biweekly living allowance equivalent to the state minimum wage.

More about WCC and AmeriCorps

WCC AmeriCorps members join more than 70,000 AmeriCorps members serving in 21,000 locations across the nation. Members help communities tackle pressing problems while mobilizing millions of volunteers for the organizations they serve. Since it was formed in 1994, more than a million people have served in AmeriCorps, providing more than 1.4 billion hours of service and earning more than $3.3 billion in education scholarships.

To support the positions, Ecology received $1.9 million in AmeriCorps funding this year from the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency that oversees national volunteer service programs.


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Steel pole installation on 180th on each side of the freeway

Starting as early as Monday, July 8, 2019 Sound Transit will be working on NE 180th St setting steel pole foundations. 

This is early work construction to relocate existing utilities for construction of the guideway for Lynnwood Link Extension. 

The work involves setting heavy equipment and drilling shafts for steel pole foundations. It is expected to take two weeks.

East of the freeway, NE 180th is a dead end. West of the freeway the work is being done where NE 180th meets 3rd Ave NE at the sound wall.

The work is unlikely to impact anyone who doesn't live on those few blocks. Access to driveways will be maintained for local residents and they will experience the noise and vibration from the work.

Work hours are from 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Weekend work will occur if necessary.

Questions? Contact Outreach Specialist: My Nguyen, lynnwoodlink@soundtransit.org or 206-370-5690.



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ATF demonstrates human - illegal fireworks interactions



Photographer Steven H. Robinson attended an ATF demonstration in Seattle on Wednesday. The purpose of the demonstration was to illustrate what happens to the human body when it is too close to various illegal fireworks.

Text and photos by Steven H. Robinson



ATF’s Explosives Enforcement Officer Brennan Phillips provided demonstration of various illegal explosives (non-legal / non-safe and sane fireworks). 



The demonstration used plywood cutouts of humans to show the devastation which can be caused by such illegal items.

The demonstration started with flash poster items and proceeded up to mortar shells as used in authorized public displays that are licensed by state and federal agencies that you would see in your local public displays.



The photos show the explosion and the damage that inappropriate use can cause from different types of explosives.




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Area dance students invited to audition to dance with Moscow Ballet's Nutcracker

Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Moscow Ballet will perform in Seattle
and use local dancers


American Dance Institute Shoreline is announcing the 2019 Moscow Ballet Auditions for the Great Russian Nutcracker.

The audition date is Tuesday, September 3rd.

Dancers must have at least one year of Ballet training and must be enrolled in Ballet classes for the Fall of 2019 at any local Seattle/Shoreline area dance school. Dancers 6-18 are eligible.

AUDITIONS ARE FREE OF CHARGE.

Learn more here.



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The Phoenix Theatre presents another round of Summer Shorts


Summer is upon us, which means it’s time for big laughs at our local theatre! "Summer Shorts" features a collection of 10-minute comedic plays by local playwrights. Each play features many of Phoenix’s favorite actors, and well-known local directors.

These hilarious stories have everything from hitchhikers to werewolves and will keep the audience giddy throughout.

“Summer Shorts” will be at The Phoenix Theatre in Edmonds August 2-11. All tickets only $15.

Plays included in Summer Shorts are (alphabetically by playwright):

  • Hitchers – by Joe Purcell and Kate Danley
  • Raising a Romulus – by Stacy Lynn Gilbert
  • New Digs – by Betsy Hanson
  • Real Love, Funerals, and Social Work – by Qaitlin Peterson Merrit
  • Foreplay – by Dennis Moore
  • The Effects of Moonlight on Romantic Endeavors - by Diane Nichols
  • Doctor Loopifer’s Machine – by Matt Smith

Show dates: August 2-11, 2019. Friday - Saturday 7:30pm and Sunday 2pm

The Phoenix Theatre 9673 Firdale Avenue, Edmonds 98020

Tickets are online or by phone at 206-533-2000, or at the door. All tickets only $15.



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Seattle Times: Children's Hospital to reopen all operating rooms

Photo courtesy Seattle Children's
The Seattle Times reports that Seattle Children's will reopen its operating rooms after installing new air handling equipment and cleaning and testing the rooms.

Seattle Children’s will reopen all of its 14 operating rooms Thursday, closed in May after the hospital detected a fungus that had infected six patients since last year, leaving one dead. 
But even while hospital officials said Wednesday they’re confident the operating rooms are free of Aspergillus mold spores after installing new air-handling equipment and stringently cleaning and testing, administrators didn’t say whether the hospital had notified families of patients potentially exposed to the toxic mold last year.

Full article here



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Summer Filmmaking Camp at Shoreline Community College


Summer filmmaking camp in Shoreline 
July 15 - 19, 2019
For ages 9-12

In collaboration with Shoreline Community College, SIFF is proud to offer its first ever Summer Camp in Shoreline! 

Join us for this fast-paced and creative week, as students (aged 9-12) will dive in the art of film to learn the basics of working together as a movie crew, writing scripts, directing actors, using accessible filmmaking technology, and digital editing. 

At the end of the week, your short film will be "in the can" and we will celebrate with a family screening in the Shoreline Community College Theater. 

Finished films will be uploaded to a group video link for parents to download and share the final products.

The Summer Filmmaking Camp is taught by a professional film educator and four filmmaking mentors. Students will have a comprehensive experience of creating several short films and learn new storytelling techniques.

All equipment is provided but students should expect to bring a morning snack, a sack lunch, and their creativity for each day of the camp.

Please email SIFF Education if you have any questions about these camps.

See Registration Policies for more information on registering for SIFF Filmmaking Camps.

Summer Filmmaking Camp at Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, 98133.

Jul 15 - 19, 9:00am - 3:00pm - Shoreline Community College - $375 | $350 SIFF Members
Register here

Limited Scholarships are available for students who qualify for free and reduced lunch. Email to inquire about a scholarship for your student.

SIFF offers other camps at the SIFF Center Summer Filmmaking Camps



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Live and local for Saturday, July 6, 2019

The Daily Flash play at Grinders Saturday
There's a lot of live and local music to choose from each weekend. 

Most venues have food, some have dancing. 

Most have a cover charge and require reservations. 

All have great local bands and entertainment!

This Saturday, July 6, 2019 here's what's happening:

EASY MONKEY TAPHOUSE

Live music with Michael Good  8 - 10pm. $7 cover.
Easy Monkey Taphouse, 17537 15th Ave NE B. 206-420-1326.

A seasoned professional, Michael has decades of performing experience in numerous locations and venues throughout the Pacific Northwest. He is currently working on an upcoming album of original compositions at the renowned London Bridge Studio in Shoreline, WA.

THIRD PLACE COMMONS

Momentum plays "Jazz Fusion" 7:30 - 9:30pm FREE and family friendly.
Third Place Commons Town Center, intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE in Lake Forest Park.

From beloved jazz standards to well-crafted originals, Momentum's smooth interpretations will soothe your harried soul.

GRINDERS

The Daily Flash 8 - 10-10:30pm $10 cover
Grinders Italian Restaurant 19811 Aurora Ave N
Reservations highly recommended; 206-542-0627 GrindersNW@gmail.com

In the mid '60s, The Daily Flash found a way to fuse folk, rock, blues, bluegrass and jazz. That process lives on in this stunning line up. The band features ASCAP composers and does original tunes, but their favorite trick is interpretation. They breathe life into an eclectic repertoire of folk, rock, Celtic and Delta swamp fusion. The Daily Flash brings the spirit of the sixties into the 21st century and delivers to stages all around the Northwest.

NORTH CITY BISTRO

Paul Miranda Syndicate - Tribute to Amy Winehouse - $15 Cover  8 - 10:30pm
The Miranda Syndicate is band headed up by band leader Paul Miranda and has been around in the Seattle area for about 9 years. The band has been doing a annual theme show where they present a tribute to an artist or genre of music the last 6 years. They are very excited to be doing a Amy Winehouse tribute this year on Independence Day weekend. 

North City Bistro and Wine Shop, 1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline 98155, Call 206-365-4447 or go to website and fill out the simple reservation request form, in order to secure seats for the show. Then buy your tickets here.

AURORA BOREALIS

Aurora Borealis Presents: Rain City Time Machine 8 - 11pm  $10 cover
The Aurora Borealis 16708 Aurora Ave N, 206-629-5744. 21+

Rain City Time Machine is a Pacific Northwest cover band that performs danceable hits to get you moving. They perform an eclectic mix of rock, pop, funk, and top-40, from the 60's to today.

DARRELL'S TAVERN

Lachele's Art Party - Angel Nightmare, Star Daddy, more... 9pm – 1am.
Darrell's Tavern 18041 Aurora Ave N. 206-542-6688.

Heavy rock metal and punk bands at Shoreline's own Dive Bar. Live music, vintage decor, pizza, tacos, hotdogs, and free pool.



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LFP residents protest border camps and family separations

LFP residents: Linda Baarslag-Benson, Hallie Condit, Sally Yamasaki, and Charles Anstett,
protest immigrant detention camps


After new information and photos came out about the condition of immigrant detention camps in the Rio Grande area, MoveOn.org called for nationwide demonstrations.

Children denied soap and toothbrushes, crowded into unsafe conditions. Separated from their families, subject to cruel treatment that leads to lasting traumas. And some dying in custody— or dying with parents as they cross the Rio Grande.

Over 100 people gathered along the highway in Bothell


Locally, Lake Forest Park residents participated in a demonstration in Bothell. Over 100 people called for the children to be released and the camps to be closed.

Many of the people there were first time protesters who have been so upset with what is going on that they just felt compelled to do something.

Many mothers brought their children
There were also many mothers who brought their children. 

I think, with young kids of their own, they feel the situation that much closer.

A man in his 60s with a homemade sign and little blow horn, spoke in a gentle voice to the passing cars, calling for "Love, not Hate. Hate is not who we are."

This was his first ever protest.


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Get stuff fixed at the Shoreline Repair Time

Shoreline Repair Time


Shoreline Repair Time, Wednesday, July 31, 2019 from 3 – 6 pm at the Shoreline Library, 345 NE 175th St, 98155.

Brought to you by the King County EcoConsumer program.

Do you have a broken lamp, pair of ripped jeans, or busted chair sitting around? 

Don't trash them - bring them to the free Repair Time! Skilled "fixers" will be there to help you repair your damaged or broken household items. 

The goals of this event are to keep stuff out of the landfill, conserve resources and save you money!

  • We can only work on items small enough for one person to easily carry in. Please do not bring any items that are leaking, dangerous, use gasoline, or have a strong odor. 
  • We can't make appointments for specific times, and you must be present during the repair. 
  • No guarantees an item can be fixed, or that attempting to fix it won't break it even more. 
  • For items needing product-specific parts, we'll try to determine what's needed so you can purchase it at a store or online and finish the repair yourself at home.


Registration requested

Residents are encouraged to contact us in advance and describe what items you plan to bring for us to work on, so our fixers can be prepared. Walk-ins are welcome and everyone will be assisted as time is available.

Email or call Tom Watson at tom.watson@kingcounty.gov or at 206-477-4481.
Call the Shoreline Library at 206-362-7550, or stop by and visit the information desk.



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