Painted pianos return to Shoreline

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Marijke Keyser carving her piano
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Artists have been hard at work, creating art pieces out of functional pianos - and one organ - for display and use around Shoreline this summer.

Nancy Bishop-HarveyLaura Brodax, OK.J. BatemanMarijke Keyser have been sharing a work space and dealing with issues like paint that doesn't cover varnish!

Nancy Bishop-Harvey enjoys the shared space. "It’s enjoyable and interesting to share the work space with other artists. We all have something to share with each other in the creative process."

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

K.J. Bateman prepping her piano for a Pollinator Themed design of bees and butterflies.


But all will be ready for placement - scheduled to happen this week.

Thanks to artists for their amazing work and resilience in changing times for art-making, to all those who offered to donate beloved but no longer needed pianos, to local businesses who serve as hosts the pianos.

Here's where the pianos will be - visit them all - pose with them and send us photos!

Central Market
Arcane Comics
Sky Nursery
Monka Brewing
North City Water District
Richmond Beach Library
Shoreline Library (to be relocated)
Shoreview Dog Park
Spartan Community Center 
City Hall
Modern Glaze


Pianos will be in place until September 20, 2019.




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Zucchini 500 Race returns to Lake City Farmers Market

Zucchini 500 racer


Zucchini 500 Race Returns to
Lake City Farmers Market
Thursday, July 18th- Lake City Farmers Market, 4-6pm

The Lake City Farmers Market hosts
the popular family-friendly Zucchini 500 races

The Zucchini 500 race is one of the only events in Seattle where playing with your food is a requirement; the event features zucchini roadsters handcrafted by young racers complete with wheels and fabulous decorations.

Kids of all ages are invited to join the fun and create their very own vegetable vehicle to send down the racing ramp. The farmers market and farmers supply all materials for these speedy creations. Zucchini cars are for the kids to keep (or eat) after the event.

Lake City Farmers Market, Thursdays, 3pm-7pm, June 9-Sept. 29, NE 125th and 28th NE (Lake City Library)




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Sky workshop: Gardening for fall and winter - Saturday



Saturday, July 20, 2019 - 11am to 12:30 pm at Sky Nursery

Gardening for Fall and Winter Harvest
     

By all means cherish your tomatoes, but it’s time to think about those cool-season vegetables that add fresh flavor to your fall and winter diet. 

If you plant now through September and learn a few tricks for protecting your garden from freezes, you can be harvesting tender salads, crunchy radishes, frost-sweetened kale and broccoli, and more, through winter and even into early spring. 

Sky Nursery 18528 Aurora Ave N. Shoreline 98133 206-546-4851 

Free



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Pub Night Talk at McMenamins: “Buried and Submerged Forests of the Pacific Northwest”

Patrick Pringle will lecture at McMenamins
Patrick Pringle, professor emeritus of Earth Sciences, Centralia College will lecture on “Buried and Submerged Forests of the Pacific Northwest”

Pringle conducts a snapshot tour of locations in the Northwest where forests have been submerged or buried by past earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and landslides. 

Analysis of the tree “time capsules” provides information about regional geology and climate history.

Pub Night Talks at McMenamins is a free monthly lecture series, is cosponsored by the University of Washington Bothell and McMenamins, featuring university and community experts. Topics have ranged from butterflies to black holes.

7-8:30pm Tuesday, July 30, 2019. Doors open at 6pm.
Haynes’ Hall, McMenamins Anderson School, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell.

Free and open to the public. All ages welcome. Seating: first come, first served. Talk followed by Q/A.



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Interesting volunteer jobs available at the Senior Center

Monday, July 15, 2019



Pick your passion at Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center.

What inspires you?

Sharing your time and talents as a senior center volunteer is a rewarding way to indulge your interests as you inspire others.

Help us meet the needs of Shoreline's aging population by providing recreational, educational, and social activities!

Call 206-365-1536 and ask for Gina or Theresa.



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Road overlay projects in Lake Forest Park

Vegetation control is ongoing throughout the city
but particularly important for streets schedule for overlay
Photo courtesy City of Lake Forest Park


Each year the City of Lake Forest Park participates in the King County North Overlay Project. This year the LFP overlay will start Tuesday, July 16, 2019.

The City of Lake Forest Park will be overlaying:
  • Forest Park Dr NE 196th St Ballinger Way NE
  • 26th Ave NE Forest Park Dr NE NE 185th St
  • NE 188th St/25th Ave NE 26th Ave NE South EOR

The overlay will take place in four main phases:
  • Phase One is vegetation management/shoulder restoration. The streets will have vegetation trimmed back so the trucks and equipment can make it through the areas safely as well as any shoulder restoration to make a smooth transition for the asphalt to be laid.
  • Phase Two is grinding. The grinders will grind small areas to assure the mat for the old and new areas are smooth. This is known as the “marriage lines”. There will only be momentary delays for traffic entering these areas. Grinding will may take less than 2 day to complete.
  • Phase Three is the paving. The pavers will place approximately 2 inches of new hot mix asphalt on the existing street surface, joining the side street’s asphalt at the marriage lines. There may be delays of 30 minutes to allow the new asphalt to cool before vehicles drive on it. Paving will take 3 to 5 days to complete depending on weather and other construction factors.
  • Phase Four is the replacement of street surface markings. The traffic markings are painted down in dry weather. There should be only momentary delays as the paint trucks make their way down the street. Markings should take no more than 2 days to complete.
Photo courtesy City of Lake Forest Park


Dated 'No Parking' barricades will be placed by the contractor for both the grinding and the paving. Please be aware of the temporary parking restrictions. Cars parked along in the restricted times will result in project delays and will be towed at the owner’s expense.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping city staff maintain our city streets.

For more information call Lake Forest Park’s Public Works Department 206-368-5440 Ext. 125.



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Learn To Draw - class registration open

Learn To Draw workshop on Monday, July 29, 2019 from 2-3:30pm at the Lake Forest Park Library

Presented by Silver Kite Community Arts, LLC.

During this hands-on workshop, explore basic drawing techniques by engaging in contour drawing and collaborative drawing exercises, exploring how light and shadow interact with objects and drawing a still life.

Space is limited.

Online registration required beginning July 15 at 10am.



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Free Concert by Creme Tangerine Wednesday at Cromwell Park


Free Concert by Creme Tangerine Wednesday at Cromwell Park

CONCERTS IN THE PARK – CREME TANGERINE – BEATLES TRIBUTE BAND
Presented by the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council and Aegis Living of Shoreline
July 17th, 7:00pm (rain or shine)
Cromwell Park


This concert is a part of the City of Shoreline’s Swingin’ Summer Eve! Come on out for community activities along with a performance from Creme Tangerine, a Beatles Tribute band! Activities start at 5:30pm, including Games, inflatables, face painting, food trucks, used book and movie sale, & more!

Gather your family and friends, and come enjoy a free performance by Creme Tangerine, at Cromwell Park on Wednesday, July 17th, 7:00pm. Low/lawn chairs are highly encouraged!

Creme Tangerine is a dynamic five-piece band from Seattle that performs the music of The Beatles for thousands each year. 

For over a decade Creme Tangerine has been thrilling audiences in the Pacific Northwest with its unique approach to performing the music of the Beatles and favorite classic rock/pop hits. 
Hailing from Seattle, and including five professional musicians, Creme Tangerine performs for thousands each year and creates a dynamic live music experience filled with energy, fun, humor, and spontaneity known only from the Beatles and this favorite era of popular music. 

Plus, try some refreshing infused waters at Aegis Living of Shoreline’s free “Hydration Station.”

The Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council’s Concerts in the Park are always free and held at various community parks throughout Shoreline and Lake Forest Park on Wednesdays in July and August at 6:30pm (unless otherwise noted), rain or shine. 

Concerts in the Park are supported by the City of Shoreline, City of Lake Forest Park, 4Culture, Aegis Living of Shoreline, and by Arts Council donors and members.

For more information and details, visit the Arts Council’s website or call 206-417-4645.



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Photo: Leave no petal unturned, advises photog :)

Photo by Gloria Z Nagler


Leave no petal unturned, advises photog :)

And just look what was under this one!



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SnoKing Healthy Start Program

Healthy Start is for families with children
under the age of 3
Healthy Start is an intensive free parent education program for young families who have children under the age of 3 years.

The SnoKing Healthy Start program was established in 1997 and serves both King and Snohomish counties including Shoreline. It is administered by Northshore Youth and Family Services.

This program has served several hundred families during its twenty-two years of operation.

The Healthy Start Family Support Specialist provides monthly visits, group activities, health and support screenings, educational activities and connections to community resources.

Our Shoreline Healthy Start Board, in collaboration with the Richmond Beach Congregational Church, supports the young parents by supplying diapers, books, toys and gift cards.

Our Healthy Start program is also supported by Shoreline Rotary and the Dale Turner Y.

Research on the Healthy Start home visiting model has shown it reduces the incidence of child abuse and neglect, promotes optimal child development and prepares children to be ready to learn in school.

Healthy Starts’ goal is to give each baby or child served a healthy, happy home and the best possible start.

For additional information call Ari Fraire at 425-343-7797. If you are interested in contributing to Healthy Start call Board Chair Pearl Noreen at 206-227-3843.



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LFP Police Captain Paul Armbrust retires

Capt. Paul Armbrust and wife
at retirement celebration

The Police Department and the City of Lake Forest Park celebrated the retirement of Captain Armbrust on July 9, 2019.

Volunteering at the Shop with a Cop event

At the Special Olympics
bowling event

He served the citizens of Lake Forest Park for over 20 years. 

He worked tirelessly to protect the citizens of LFP.

He worked as a Patrol Officer, Sergeant, and Captain.

He was a department representative to the Special Olympics, going bowling with the kids and golfing with the dads.

He volunteered with the Shop with a Cop event and was a regular at National Night Out block parties.

Photos courtesy LFP Police department.



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Stewardship opportunity North Twin Ponds

Restoration at Twin Ponds North -
Saturday, July 20, from 10-noon

On Saturday, July 20, 2019 from 10am - noon, the Washington Native Plant Urban Forest Stewards will be hosting a community work party, at Twin Ponds North.

Everyone is Welcome!

We meet on the far NW side of the park, along 155th street, west of the parking lot.

Please bring gloves, hand pruners, and water. We will also have gloves, tools, water, and cookies onsite.

Contact us with any questions.

~If you know of anyone else who would love to join us, please feel free to share the invitation. We hope you are able to join us. ~


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Writing group for teens at LFP Library Tuesday

The Write Stuff: A Writing Group for Teens and Tweens on Tuesday, July 16, 4-5pm, for ages 12-18.

Unleash your creative spirit! Write with other teens in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Lake Forest Park Library, lower level of Town Center by the escalator, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way NE.



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Authors in town this week to talk about Keto cooking, dancing with the Hopi, and crashing the A-List

Authors coming to town this week will read from their books and sign the copies you have purchased. Call the bookstore to reserve your copy 206-366-3333.

Third Place Books in Town Center at the intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE.

Tuesday, July 16 at 7pm
Kyndra Holley

Dairy-Free Keto Cooking

Kyndra Holley is back again with another crave-worthy cookbook, but this time she is showing you that transitioning to dairy-free keto is anything but boring. 

Dairy-Free Keto Cooking is packed with Kyndra's signature mouthwatering and flavorful recipes that will leave you feeling satisfied and feeling your best.


Friday, July 19 at 6pm
Louis A. Heib

The Doctor Danced with Us: Jerimiah Sullivan and the Hopi, 1881-1888 and Other Essays

In 1880, a young Indiana doctor arrived in Arizona to be the physician at the Moqui [Hopi] Pueblo Indian Agency. 

From early in 1881 until the summer of 1888, he lived on the Hopi First Mesa, participating in the social and ceremonial life of the community, and recording songs and narratives. 

Based on over thirty years of archival and field research, here for the first time is the story of "Jere Sullivan, M.D." and biographies of his contemporaries. Louis A. Hieb has written and edited over twenty articles and books on the Hopi, Navajo, Zuni, and Hispanic peoples of the Southwest.


Saturday, July 20 at 6pm
Summer Heacock

Crashing the A List

After months of unemployment, former editor Clara Montgomery is just desperate enough to take on a temporary gig clearing out abandoned storage units.

Then she comes across a unit that was once owned by an escort service, and finds the brothel "résumé" of a younger Caspian Tiddleswich, an astonishingly famous actor. 

Her awkward attempts to reassure Caspian that his secret is safe go awry. Now Caspian is convinced that she’s a blackmailer, the tabloids have her pegged as Caspian's girlfriend ... and Clara begins to find the A-lister's charms more irresistible than she expected.




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Dance with Skandia at the Cedar Valley Grange

Dance class at The Grange
On Friday, July 19, dance with Skandia at the Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave W in Lynnwood 98036.

Class at 7:30pm, then dance from 8:30 - 11pm.

$15. Skandia members $10. Kids are free.

From 7:30 to 8:30pm, Larry Reinert and Elaine Mathies will review the beginner-friendly polka and introduce the versatile trava step. Trava is a fun variation that gives the dancers a comfortable way to vary the speed of the turn. Join us before the dance party at the Cedar Valley Grange.

At 8:30pm, we will have a mix of an “All Comers Band” and recorded music. Musicians: show up at 7:30pm to warm up and pick some tunes, and watch the email list for a reminder.

Dancers: Stay after the dance class and see what happens at 8:30pm — surely there will be a surprising and fun set of tunes!

For more information, check the website or call 425-954-5262.


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Save a life: free Stop the Bleed class Monday July 22

The ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding in someone who is injured and effectively assist that person can save a life. 

The help given by an immediate responder can often make the difference between life and death, even before medical professionals arrive.

Stop the Bleed is intended to encourage bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency,

During Stop the Bleed training, you will learn how to:
  • Determine if an area is safe for you to proceed toward a victim to provide assistance
  • Identify any nearby tools to assist you such as a publicly placed bleeding control kit or everyday items that can be used to control bleeding.
  • Use your hands to apply direct pressure at the site of the wound to stop bleeding
  • Pack a deep wound with cloth or gauze to control bleeding
  • Correctly apply a tourniquet to an injured limb to stop bleeding
  • Keep the victim calm until help arrives

The class is free and open to all. Please sign up here for planning purposes.

The class will be held at the Shoreline Covenant church, 1330 N 185th, 98133 on Monday, July 22, 2019 from 7-8:30pm.

Questions? Contact contact Kate Coffee at 206-291-4696.



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William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play


Free outdoor theater will return to the City of Shoreline this August with the King'sPlayers Theater Group's production of "William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play."

The productions will be held in the outdoor amphitheatre behind City Hall at 17500 Midvale Ave N.

The King'sPlayers produced plays in Shoreline around five years ago. Their last big production was "The Music Man" at Shorecrest High School. They did a couple of smaller productions at Shorecrest in the "Black Box" theatre.

When the Aurora Theatre group disbanded in July of 2018 (see Local Theatre Spaces at Risk) it appeared that the outdoor productions were at an end.

The King'sPlayers didn't disband but they did lack the funds to stage a production.

However the City of Shoreline has been working with the King'sPlayers to mount a summer production.

This year we've been able to work closely with the city and will be putting on the show: "William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play (abridged)" - it's an hilarious play about what happens when three performers attempt to put on a play that is thousands of pages long and, kind of, contains all the major characters from Shakespeare's future plays.

The dates for the shows are Thursday, Fridays, and Saturdays, August 8, 9, 10; August 15, 16, 17 and August 22, 23, 24 - all at 7pm.



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Book sale Wednesday at Cromwell Park

Sunday, July 14, 2019


Buy a bag of books on Wednesday at the Council of Neighborhoods used book sale. 5:30 - 8:30pm.

Books, CD, DVDs, electronic games. Proceeds support participating Shoreline neighborhood associations.



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Candidate statements: Shoreline School Board

There are three school board positions (District Directors) in the 2019 election: Districts 1, 4, and 5. Position 1 has two candidates: incumbent Michael Jacobs and challenger Meghan Jernigan. They will face off in the November general election.

Position 4 incumbent Dick Nicholson has withdrawn from the race, leaving challenger Rebeca Rivera as the sole candidate / winner.

Position 5, the open seat vacated by the retirement of Dick Potter, has three candidates: Joe Cunningham, Sara Betnel, and Mike Dee McMullin. This race is in the primary election. The top two candidates will advance to the general election.


The School Board primary candidates were asked to respond to the following questions:

Why do you want to be on the school board? Once you are on the board, how would you gather information from parents and the greater community in order to inform your decisions?

JOE CUNNINGHAM

My life is devoted to advocating for early-childhood learning and equal access to education. Raised by two public school teachers on Native American reservations in Central America allowed me to understand that education is unequable.

I have lived in Shoreline for 20 years, with two children who attended public school. I served as a parent advocate helping families understand developmental needs and how to change policy. Raising a son with autism, I worked with the Shoreline School’s to achieve success. I want families to receive the same positive outcomes.

Throughout my career, I cut through bureaucracies at local, state, regional level; working directly for elected officials, Children's Campaign Fund, and Arc of King County.

I will increase parent involvement. Active steps will include conference calls, listening sessions, cooperation with agencies, and online/social media outreach.

We have to redefine involvement to accommodate families' time. I’ll start by listening to you.

Website: www.electjoecunningham.com/
Email: joe@electjoecunningham.com


SARA BETNEL

I love this community and care deeply about creating a place where all our children thrive. We have a great school district for many, but not for all.

As a parent actively involved in our children’s classrooms and schools, I have seen how difficult it is for families to be informed about, and included in, decisions being made - leaving many students under-served.

Through conversations with students, parents, and educators across the District, I’ve learned how inequities exist between and within our schools - further impacting some of our most vulnerable students.

I want to join the School Board to create a more transparent, inclusive, and equitable District for all.

As a voice for our community, I will:
  • be available for personal conversations.
  • actively invite input from all.
  • attend student, PTA/school, and community meetings.
  • hold listening sessions to hear family/community concerns.

I would love to hear from you!

Website: www.sara4shorelineschools.com
Email: sara@sara4shorelineschools.com


MIKE DEE MCMULLIN

Website: MikeDSchoolBoard5.weebly.com/

No statement submitted



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Photos: Late night sunsets

Photo by Mary Igl


Photo by Lee Lageschulte at 9:45pm

Photo by Lee Lageschulte around 9:45pm

One of the things I have noticed about sunset photos is how the sky changes during the course of the sunset. Usually it is enough of a change that you would have no clue they were taken on the same day.

When the sky in central Shoreline is a uniform rosy pink, I know that I'm going to get some spectacular sunset photos from contributors in Innis Arden. But I had no warning this time. The only thing unusual about my sky was a big fluffy single white cloud in a blue sky above the overcast sky. 

These photos are interesting for several reasons. The colors are slightly different. Part of it is the sky getting darker. Perhaps the camera makes a difference. In the second photo, the sky looks marbleized. All that is gone by the third photo and it just looks to be an ominous dark blue.

If I didn't know these were sunset photos, what would I think they were? Abstract oils, certainly. Perhaps a lava lake. A Hubble telescope photo from space. 

DKH



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Earthquake - don't stand in a doorway - forget the "triangle" - here's what to do

This week's earthquake was 4.6 magnitude. It struck at Three Lakes, Washington, in Snohomish county and shook much of our region. No significant impacts or damages have been reported within King County. There were a few aftershocks.


According to King County Emergency News:

When the earth shakes, know what to do: Drop, Cover, and Hold On!


Be informed, and tell others: Drop, Cover, and Hold On” is your best move to reduce injury and death during an earthquake in the United States.
  • DROP to the floor
  • Take COVER under a sturdy table, desk, or chair
  • HOLD ON until the shaking stops
Being ready for an earthquake includes practicing what you’ll do when the earth shakes so that a safe response becomes automatic. 

Residents and businesses are encouraged to participate in the annual Washington Great ShakeOut earthquake drill, which is will be held on October 17, 2019 at 10:17am.

Don’t be misled by the "triangle of life"

The “triangle of life” technique for surviving an earthquake incorrectly directs people to use “voids” or “empty spaces”. Methods like standing in a doorway, lying alongside furniture, or running outside are considered dangerous and are not recommended. 

Here’s why:
  • Many injuries from earthquakes are caused from people running around while the ground is shaking. They fall down, run into furniture, step on broken glass, or are hit by falling objects.
  • In and around older buildings especially, there is a much higher likelihood of broken windows, falling bricks, and other dangerous debris.
  • Despite the urge to flee, experts advise people to stay put – you are more protected indoors under a sturdy desk or table.
  • Earthquakes in the U.S. do not typically result in total building collapse (also known as “pancaking”) due to higher building construction standards.

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Jobs: Shoreline Community College

Shoreline Community College is recruiting for the following Admin/Exempt position: 

Navigator – Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD)

Date of first consideration: July 21, 2019

The Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD) Navigator position will create a single point of contact for immediate engagement of ABAWDs in activities that matter and fulfill the work requirement for Basic Food eligibility. This includes providing intake, assessment, referrals and support in accessing activities at community colleges or with other community partners. The ABAWD Navigator will also work to enhance collaborations with community partners and increase resources for colleges to support low-income students.

Full description here

Application materials and information on this and other open positions can be found online.

Questions regarding employment at the College may be directed to HR by email at scchr@shoreline.edu or by phone at 206-546-4769.



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Shoreline students compete at National Technology conference

Students from Shoreline who competed at the
National Technology Student Association conference
in Washington, D.C.


Shoreline students had great success at the National Technology Student Association conference in Washington DC June 28 to July 2.

Students from Einstein Middle School (2 students), Cascade K-8 (7 students), and Shorecrest High School (14 students) attended.

Teams that either placed or were finalists in their competition:

Middle School:
  • Children’s Stories - 10th place finalists - Cascade K-8 Children’s Stories Team: Hannah Bolton, Lily Cameron, Leilah Michi, and Bella Sanborn
  • Leadership Strategies - 9th place finalists - Cascade K-8 Leadership Strategies Team: Lily Cameron, Lola Maas, and Bella Sanborn
Shorecrest Cybersecurity team
Back row from left - Miles Carrell,
Katie Wein, Andrew Edwards
Front row from left - Alex Resha, Stella Beemer

High School:
  • Cybersecurity - 2nd place - team: Stella Beemer, Miles Carrell, Andrew Edwards, Alex Resha, Katie Wein
  • Debating Technological Issues - 5th place finalists - team: Iorek de Luna, Liam Prestia
  • Information Technology Fundamentals - 2nd place - Andrew Edwards; 4th place finalist - Stella Beemer
ALL Shoreline students who attended Nationals:
  • Shorecrest Students: Stella Beemer, Jaeden Caldwell, Andrew Edwards, Molly Grauer, Liam Prestia, Gray Liteky, Alex Resha, India Sanborn, Elena Tapia, Katie Wein, Iorek De Luna, Miles Carrell, Tyler Montague, Nathan Paredez
    • Shorecrest Advisors: Kari Potter, Emily Slack
  • Cascade K-8 Students: Adah Perry, Leilah Michi, Alex Tapia, Lily Cameron, Hannah Bolton, Lola Maas, Bella Sanborn
    • Cascade K-8 Advisors: Becca Drury, Fergus Temporada
  • Einstein Students: Xavier MacDonald, Tyler McMaster
    • Einstein Advisor: Mary Thurber


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LFP Farmers Market Sunday 10am to 3pm

Saturday, July 13, 2019

The Lake Forest Park Farmers Market is open every Sunday from 10am to 3pm.

It is set up on the lower level of Town Center, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way NE in Lake Forest Park.

You can purchase fresh picked vegetables and fruits as well as bouquets of flowers. Every vendor in the market is certified organic or in the multi-year process of being certified.

There are usually 3-4 businesses selling ready to eat food and there are tables under a canopy where you can sit to eat and watch the people go by.

Other booths sell ice cream bars, jars of jam and honey, meat, fish, baked goods.

And buskers perform with their donation bucket in front of them.

What's your favorite booth?



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Ironworkers framing Einstein Middle School



Construction on the new Einstein Middle School is underway with an anticipated completion date of August 2020.



The new 150,888 square foot school will have the capacity for 1,071 students. 




The architect for this project is Integrus Architects and contractor is Hoffman Construction. The total estimated cost for the project is $102,000,000.



Ironworkers are onsite now, putting together the frame of the building, which is located at 19343 3rd Ave NW, Shoreline 98177.




Wayne Pridemore took these shots of the workers in action.



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Shoreline resident Lien Titus to display photographs in Art Walk Edmonds

Photograph by Lien Titus


Shoreline resident Lien Titus will have a showing of her photographs as part of the July Art Walk Edmonds.

Spud Fish and Chips in the Edmonds bowl, 174 Sunset Ave, Edmonds 98020 is the venue.

Spud Fish and Chips has kindly offered to host my first time art event to share the beauty I see in everything that surrounds us, ranging from nature to city landscape.

The photos will be on display from July 18, 2019 to August 15, 2019.

Join Lien on Opening Night, July 18, from 5 - 8pm. Appetizers and beverages will be provided. Beer and wine can be purchased.




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Pancake Breakfast and Sidewalk Sale at the Shoreline LFP Senior Center July 20

Hungry yet? July 20 at the Senior Center
Come to a summer time celebration with a pancake breakfast and sidewalk sale at the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center on Saturday, July 20, 2019 from 8:00am to 11:00am. 

Breakfast includes pancakes and toppings, sausage, fresh fruit, juice, milk, and coffee.

Cost is $5 for adults, kids 6 and up are $2 and under 6 is free!

The Bargain Corner Thrift Shop will also be open, a rare weekend day to peruse the hidden gems of our uniquely curated thrift store. Its hours are 10:00am to 3:00pm.

The Senior Center is located in the southernmost building on the Shoreline Center campus, 18560 1st Ave NE #1.




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Jobs: WSDOT real estate professional

WSDOT has an opening for a real estate professional
Sound Transit Liaison - Property and Acquisition Specialist 6

Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

WSDOT is looking for an experienced Real Estate professional to work as a Liaison on our Sound Transit projects. This position is independently responsible for coordinating and managing the processes required to provide Sound Transit with the rights necessary to be in and/or acquire WSDOT property.

As a liaison between Sound Transit, WSDOT's Engineering Office, regional personnel, the FHWA, the Attorney General's Office (AGO), and Headquarters (HQ) staff, this position also supervises the support staff needed to deliver this program. The position coordinates all property related requests from Sound Transit and independently processes reviews, coordinates and concludes state-owned property management transactions related to Sound Transit leases (e.g., airspace leases, monitoring well agreements, cooperative agreements) and surplus requests in accordance with state & federal laws.

A successful candidate will have a proven understanding of the laws relating to WSDOT leasing and disposal, as well as federal regulations.

This position is open until filled, but the first resume review will take place on July 19, 2019. To view the entire posting and apply, please visit: Sound Transit Liaison - PAS 6




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Memorial service for Elaine Phelps July 21


A Celebration of Life will be held for Elaine Phelps on Sunday, July 21, 2019 at 3pm at the Innis Arden Club House, 1430 NW 188th Shoreline 98177.

Elaine was an unwavering feminist, spitfire and fierce advocate for our rights and our Earth.

RSVP to Carin Chase, 425-312-3056. Remembrances to Elaine's favorite causes.




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Candidate statements: Shoreline City Council

The Shoreline City Council has three positions on the 2019 ballot.

In Council Position 2 incumbent Keith Scully is faced by challenger Vivian Collica. In Position 6, Betsy Robertson, who was appointed to the council to fill the vacancy when Jesse Salomon was elected to the state legislature, will need to run for the position she is currently filling. She faces Luis Berbesi. These races will be on the November ballot.

In Council Position 4, incumbent Doris McConnell faces two challengers: David Chen and Ginny Scantlebury. With three candidates, this race is in the primary. The top two will face off in the general election.

The candidates in the primary were asked to answer the following question:

Provide a statement of less than 150 words about why you want to be a city councilmember and what skills and strengths you bring to the council.

Candidates are listed in the order they appear on the King County elections website.


DAVID CHEN

I am running for City Council because I have a vision for Shoreline as a vibrant, diverse, and resilient city with a strong sense of identity and dynamic neighborhood centers with diverse small businesses.

As a Shorecrest graduate, attorney for a local nonprofit, and father of three living in Echo Lake, I am committed to our community. Serving as board president of Vision House, a local organization helping homeless mothers and children secure permanent housing, I know how to address substance abuse, mental health, and homelessness with case management and wraparound social services.

My priorities are improving public safety, walkability, housing affordability, community gathering spaces, parking, and access to early education. It’s time for new, working solutions that will move Shoreline forward to a better future.

Endorsements: Shoreline Mayors Will Hall, Shari Winstead, Keith McGlashan; our Democratic state legislators Senator Jesse Salomon, Representatives Lauren Davis, Cindy Ryu, and Ruth Kagi.

Website: www.electdavidchen.com/
Email: david@electdavidchen.com


DORIS McCONNELL

I have served the people of Shoreline since 1996 when I started on the PTA. I was elected to the Shoreline City Council in 2008. I have built hundreds of close professional relationships throughout King County and beyond. It has been one of the greatest experiences of my life and I am ready to serve the people of Shoreline for four more years.

With my business experience, I know what entrepreneurs need to succeed. As treasurer and Vice-President for numerous PTA organizations, I know how to plan a budget and enact successful new programs. As Deputy Mayor, I have put in the hours to protect our homes, parks, and public facilities.

I have the experience to ensure that Shoreline feels like the Shoreline we fell in love with as we face rapid growth. You have put your faith in me three times; I believe I have earned a fourth.

Website: www.reelectdorismcconnell.com
Email: Doris@reelectdorismcconnell.com


GINNY SCANTLEBURY

I am running for City Council to protect and preserve this wonderful city we all enjoy. I plan to do this by: helping to solve petty crime and homeless issues, improve customer service, transparency and fiscal responsibility. I especially want to strengthen local neighborhoods in order to grow our evolving city. In doing this, I will listen to what every neighborhood needs and champion community-driven development.

I believe what I have learned by serving on 5 different homeowner boards in the past 25 years has helped me with many diverse groups. I have lived in Shoreline with my family since 1981 and have volunteered during many of those years. I was Syre PTA President, Hillwood Soccer Coach, Richmond Little League softball coach and now am serving on the Shoreline-LFP Senior Center board as its Vice President. During the past 30 years I have been in sales and marketing.

Website: www.ginnyforshoreline.org/ 
Email: ginnyforshoreline@gmail.com



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Swingin' Summer Eve and Book Sale Wednesday

Creme Tangerine plays for the crowd
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Swingin' Summer Eve and the Council of Neighborhood Book Sale will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 from 5:30 - 8:30pm at Cromwell Park, 18030 Meridian Ave N.

Community festival with food, games, used book sale and live music.

This mid-summer family-friendly festival is open to everyone and is free to attend.

Food will be available for purchase and the Council of Neighborhoods holds a huge gently used book sale at very affordable prices.

Bouncy houses and children's activities, booths with information about city and arts, and the best book sale around!





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New playground opens Monday at Twin Ponds park



The City of Shoreline will be opening new play equipment at Twin Ponds Park on Monday, July 15, 2019.

The new play equipment at Twin Ponds will have the City’s first interactive rubberized safety surfacing. The new surfacing provides greater access for disabled children and is also an interactive play feature for children to enjoy.

A ribbon cutting and party will be held on Sunday, July 21, 2019 from 2-4pm co-sponsored by the Parkwood Neighborhood Association and the City of Shoreline.



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KING 5: Shoreline student earns scholarship from 'Dirty Jobs' star Mike Rowe

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Eric Wilkerson has a story on KING 5 about a Shorewood student who won a scholarship to study a trade from Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs fame.

There are about 7 million job openings currently across the United States, most of which do not require a four-year degree. 
That's where Mike Rowe, the host of the hit TV show "Dirty Jobs," comes in. Rowe is on a mission to help countless kids like Koidahl be successful in skilled labor. 
Rowe has created a scholarship program to help young people pay for trade schools and such. 

18 year old Shorewood graduate Dylan Koidahl is one of those people.

See the story here



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