Many tickets remain for Sunday's Arts Festival under the trees of Pfingst Animal Acres Park

Sunday, June 27, 2021


Photos by Cynthia Sheridan

Almost everyone was able to find some shade under the trees at Pfingst Animal Acres Park in Lake Forest Park for the 2021 Shoreline Arts Festival Saturday, June 26, 2021.

It continues Sunday, June 27, 2021 from 10am to 5pm. Because of COVID-19 restrictions tickets are required. They are free and time limited to control the number of people in the park at any one time.

Register for your tickets HERE

The new picnic shelter made a perfect check in location

It was smaller than usual because of the venue. The art shows were held virtually. There was still a nice selection of vendor booths with hand crafted goods. The Irons Brothers construction company was back helping children make bird houses.

Musicians played on the sound stage while the audience sat in the shade.

Musicians played on the Arts Council's portable sound stage. The audience was a little farther away then usual, taking advantage of the trees for shade.


The vendors, under the white canopies, were in partial shade and partial sun. Next year the Shoreline Arts Festival will return to Shoreline Community College. But this year it worked out very well to hold the event in leafy, green Pfingst Animal Acres park.

More information about the Arts Festival here.





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Kristin Esterberg selected as chancellor of UW Bothell

Kristin Esterberg, new chancellor of UW Bothell
University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce and Provost Mark A. Richards today announced the selection of Kristin Esterberg, president of the State University of New York at Potsdam, as chancellor of the University of Washington Bothell. 

Her appointment, pending approval by the UW Board of Regents, is set to begin October 1, 2021.

Esterberg will succeed Wolf Yeigh, who has served as chancellor since 2013 and will now return to the faculty as a professor of engineering.

“I’m delighted to have Dr. Esterberg join the UW Bothell community. Dr. Esterberg brings extensive administrative leadership experience to the UW, as well as success in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion at SUNY Potsdam, where about 35% of students identify as students of color and significant numbers identify as LGBTQ+,” Cauce said. 
“She has developed and maintained close relationships with the Potsdam community and nearby colleges, connections that have been especially important in promoting health and safety among students and the public throughout the pandemic. 
"Within the SUNY system, she has taken leadership roles in SUNY task forces on racial equity, sexual violence prevention and global learning. We welcome Kristin and are excited about the future.”


At SUNY Potsdam, Esterberg currently leads one of America’s first 50 colleges and the oldest institution in the State University of New York system. With a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, she has focused her leadership efforts on developing inclusive campus communities and providing transformational experiences to all students, including faculty-led research, service learning, internships and study abroad. 

Among her accomplishments is the successful completion of a $33.5 million fundraising campaign and securing the largest gift in campus history — $5.25 million — in support of applied learning.

“I am thrilled to be joining the UW Bothell community. The campus’s commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity, its innovative approach to cross-disciplinary and community-based teaching and scholarship, and its talented faculty, staff and students make this an extraordinary leadership opportunity,” Esterberg said. 
“I am deeply honored to be selected as UW Bothell’s next chancellor, and I am looking forward to advancing the campus’s strategic priorities to strengthen diversity and equity, enhance community and campus engagement, and advance cross-disciplinary teaching and scholarship. 
"As we emerge from the pandemic and learn from our experiences of the last year, it is a particularly exciting time to be joining UW Bothell.”


Prior to her term as SUNY Potsdam president, which began in 2014, Esterberg served as provost and academic vice president at Salem State University in Massachusetts and as deputy provost at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Her research has centered on gender and sexuality, social identities, research methodology and social organization and change.

Esterberg earned her master’s degree and doctorate in sociology from Cornell University, and her bachelor’s degree in philosophy and political science from Boston University.

About UW Bothell

UW Bothell’s commitment to increasing access to a UW education extends well beyond admissions: It includes offering evening, off-site and certificate programs that help make it possible for more students to pursue higher education. Known for the diversity of its student population — as measured by a variety of factors — UW Bothell has also been recognized for innovations in academic programming and support services designed to help students graduate on time and debt-free. 

As part of its commitment to excellence, UW Bothell places particular value on diversity and equity, community and campus engagement, and cross-disciplinary teaching and scholarship.



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Case updates June 25, 2021 - one more chance to get vaccinated at the Shoreline Arts Festival

ICHS will be giving vaccines at the 
Shoreline Arts Festival Sunday
Photo courtesy ICHS
ICHS
 will hold a vaccine event during the Shoreline Arts Festival this Sunday at Pfingst Animal Acres park in Lake Forest Park. 

Info about the festival here and about the ICHS vaccine event here.

Case updates June 25, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,437,643 - 10,881 in one day
  • Total deaths 601,221 - 352 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 413,794 - 341 new since yesterday
  • Probable (additional) cases 36,610 - 80 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 25,383 - 28 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 5,902 - 0 new since yesterday.  

King county  

  • Total confirmed cases 107,586 - 78 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 6,490 - 2 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 1,657 -    -1 new since yesterday


Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,446 -  14 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,437 -  -2 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 421 -   -1 new since yesterday

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,475 -  2 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 206 -  -1 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 326 -   0 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday


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A gaggle of geese at Bitter Lake

Two gaggles of geese swim in the cool waters of Bitter Lake
Photo by Bruce Hill

 
Actually two gaggles that hang out together, swimming in the cool waters of Bitter Lake

Bruce says that a few days ago, the two gosling families were motoring their way across Bitter Lake for a snack.

There are four adults in this photo, and 14 goslings.
  • Group 1  two adults and 6 goslings
  • Group 2  two adults and 8 goslings


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WeatherWatcher: Excessive heat warning continues; forecast update

 

Lake Ballinger fire during the record breaking 103.4°F heat.
July 29, 2009, photo by Carl Dinse.


Temperatures on Saturday rivaled those that we experienced during the all time record high temperature July 29, 2009. In 2009, the high temperature at the Northridge / Echo Lake weather station topped out at 103.4°F. SeaTac reported a high temperature of 103°F as well, setting the all time record high temperature for Seattle.

Saturday's high temperature at SeaTac was 102°F, falling short of meeting the all time record. Lake Forest Park, on the other hand, had one personal weather station report a high temperature of 105°F near Kenmore. 

Most stations across Shoreline were between 97 and 99°F, except in Richmond Beach where my station there recorded a high of 93°F. Most spots in Lake Forest Park were reporting 100-102°F. That east-west temperature gradient was verified, but temperatures were hotter than originally forecasted.

Sunday and Monday (especially Monday) records will likely fall across the entire region. Sunday's forecast calls for temperatures in Shoreline to be between 95°F to 108°F, with the coolest near Puget Sound and the warmest near Lake Washington in Lake Forest Park. 

Monday could see temperatures peaking out at about 100°F near Puget Sound and possibly up to 115°F towards Lake Washington through parts of Lake Forest Park and the Sheridan Beach neighborhood.

We are seeing forecasted temperatures for Monday at SeaTac anywhere between 103°F to 119°F. Same would go to our neighbors on the east side, and most of the interior east of I-5 in the Puget Sound lowlands.

The forecast for the remainder of the week does not offer a lot of relief. High temperatures Tuesday through Saturday are still expected to remain in the mid to upper 80's, with some days near 90°F. 

A marine air push Monday evening may bring cooler overnight temperatures to places close to the Puget Sound, but a lot of the heat in the area could mix and move around, keeping overnight temperatures in some local spots above 80°F.

The excessive heat warning issued by the National Weather Service at this time remains in effect until 9pm Monday evening. 


For current weather conditions visit http://www.shorelineweather.com 

Note that only the Richmond Beach station is operational at this time. I am currently working on resolving the problems the Northridge station has been dealing with over the past year.




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Low tide beach walks at RB Saltwater Park

Saturday, June 26, 2021

From the rock jetty at Edmonds Beach
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Saturday was a very low tide - a bit exposed on the beach for those who don't appreciate the heat - but great for the naturalist-guided beach walks at RB Saltwater Park.

The tide is still low Sunday and there are more opportunities to come through July and even one in August.

This beach is not usually exposed
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

The photos are Edmonds, but Richmond Beach Saltwater Park will be just as dramatic (2021 NW 190th St, Shoreline, WA 98177) and you will get a guided tour.

It gives "walk on to the ferry" a whole new meaning
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Explore and investigate the fascinating world of marine beaches at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park during low tides and observe sea stars, crabs and others who live in Puget Sound. Join our beach naturalists for these fun, free and informative beach walks. Waterproof footwear is recommended.

Beach naturalist explaining marine life at RB Saltwater Park
Photo by Cordell Hauglie
June
  • Sun 6/27 10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
July
  • Sat 7/10 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
  • Sun 7/11 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
  • Mon 7/12 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.  (Lowest summer tide)
  • Tue 7/13 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • Sat 7/24 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Sun 7/25 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
August
  • Sun 8/8 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.


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Updated list of cooling centers includes the Elks Lodge

Shoreline Elks Lodge
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Another Shoreline Cooling Station has been added to the list - the Elks lodge.

A lot of these locations didn't plan for the heat on Monday or possibly Tuesday and Wednesday and didn't specify whether they would be open for guests. Libraries are not open Monday.

Contact me Editor@ShorelineAreaNews.com if you know of more sites or have better information.



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Survey: how do you want to get around Shoreline? Bus, bike, walk, drive? Tell the City planners in this survey which will guide planning for the next 20 years



The TMP supports all forms of travel – by foot, bicycle, skateboard, scooter, stroller, wheelchair, transit, motorcycle, automobile, etc. The TMP will guide local and regional transportation investments and define the City’s future transportation policies, programs, and projects for the next 20 years.

The last update to the TMP was in 2011. The City must update the TMP by 2023 to align with the City Comprehensive Plan and meet the Growth Management Act requirements, maintain the City’s eligibility for pursuing future grant funding, and set transportation policies for guiding the development of Shoreline.

For additional information, visit the Current TMP webpage

The 2021 TMP update will:

  • Establish goals, policies, and prioritized projects for transportation improvements for the next 20 years.
  • Develop transportation networks for all users (people walking, cycling, riding transit, driving, etc.).
  • Make decisions now that will affect our community for years to come.

Survey 2 and Open House 2

A second round of public participation for the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is now underway. The project team will be focusing on the transportation network elements for cars, pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit.


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In the Garden Now: Meadow Rue


Story and photo by Victoria Gilleland

Yellow Meadow Rue is a summer blooming perennial with fluffy airy looking yellow flowers. 

Bluish foliage compliments the flowers perfectly!  (Thalictrum aquilegiifolium)




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Letter to the Editor: Benefits of Shoreline's conifer trees

To the Editor:

We need our tall conifers to deal with the climate crisis now AND we need thousands of new native trees, especially evergreens. Six of our last seven summers were the hottest on record [KOMO, Sept. 22, 2020] and the West is in its 2nd-worst drought in 1200 years [CBS, April 12]. Our mature conifers draw down large amounts of CO2 that would otherwise contribute to climate warming. They store the carbon and provide clean air.

Shoreline now has areas that have become heat islands due to a dominance of impervious surfaces, i.e., pavement and buildings [Climate Impacts and Resiliency Study June 2020, paid for by the City]. People residing in the heat islands are at more risk of heat-related illnesses as temperatures rise. This is an equity and social justice issue. One climate resilience strategy is to modify building design standards to encourage more vegetation and large trees to provide shading to mitigate heat island effects.

We are also having more intense winter rainstorms, and more vegetation and large trees help prevent flooding and erosion. To carry out this strategy, we need incentives for developers to design with the existing conifers, not raze them; enforcement of our current tree regulations that are often disregarded; and variances from the new 8 foot wide sidewalks. Our mature conifers can live 100+ years whereas smaller deciduous trees only live for a few decades and cannot provide what the conifers do for the environment.

Another recommended resilience strategy is to plant more evergreens wherever they can be accommodated to help maximize their benefits. Newly planted evergreen trees, depending on survival, will take decades to provide the many benefits of mature conifers. New evergreens are the best replacement trees, but no new tree is a solution for removing healthy mature trees.

Barbara Johnstone
Shoreline
Tree Preservation Code Team



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Letter to the Editor: Screens are not enough to protect children

To the Editor:

Regarding the recent article on toddlers falling from windows: SCREENS are just not enough! It's recommended, and I have installed, a little barricade. It even keeps my cat safe. 

They come in various heights (some kids are climbers, you know!). My own has bars that can be temporarily removed if I need access. 

I installed it immediately after my 2-year-old grandson almost took a header onto our concrete parking lot. I've attached a website where people can look at options. And Lowe's carries some, too.


Vicki Michels
Shoreline



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To bee or not to bee

Photo by Wayne Pridemore


One of my favorite bee puns is "To bee or not to bee, that is the question".   

Send us one that bee high on your list.
 
---Wayne bee Pridemore
 


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Case updates June 24, 2021

ICHS in Shoreline will be at the Shoreline
Arts Festival this weekend, giving vaccines
ICHS
 will hold a vaccine event during the Shoreline Arts Festival this weekend at Pfingst Animal Acres park in Lake Forest Park. Info about the festival here and about the ICHS vaccine event here.

Case updates June 24, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,425,231 - 14,168 in one day
  • Total deaths 600,859 - 409 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 413,453 - 407 new since yesterday
  • Probable (additional) cases 36,530  - 85 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 25,355  - 31 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 5,902  - 4 new since yesterday.  

King county  

  • Total confirmed cases 107,508 - 41 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 6,488 - 5 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 1,658 - 10 new since yesterday


Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,432 -  12 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,439 -  0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 422 -  1 new since yesterday

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,473 -  0 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 207 -  1 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 326 -   0 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday




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Dr. Devin Byrd appointed sixth president of Bastyr University

Devin A. Byrd, Ph.D. 
President of Bastyr University
KENMORE, WA/SAN DIEGO, CA June 22, 2021 – Bastyr University, a private, natural health and science university, has named Devin A. Byrd, Ph.D. as its new president. 

Dr. Byrd will assume the post of president on July 26, 2021 succeeding Harlan Patterson, who has been president since 2017.

As Bastyr’s first African American president in its 43 year history, Dr. Byrd brings two decades of leadership experience in higher education. 

He holds a Ph.D. and a Master of Science in Psychology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Most recently, he served as the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Saybrook University in Pasadena, CA.

“It is a privilege and an honor to have been selected to lead an institution that is an innovator in the field of natural health,” said Dr. Byrd. 
“Having an opportunity to become part of a rich and science-based environment at such a pivotal time in academia is very exciting. Initially, I plan to focus on learning more about our university while understanding how I can effectively engage and support the members of our community. 
"My commitment to fulfilling the university’s mission is rooted in addressing the challenges and opportunities within the natural health landscape.”

Over several months, the Bastyr Board of Trustees completed a nationwide executive search and interviewed an extensive list of candidates. The goal was to find a candidate with strong experience in strategy, academia and diversity. 

“We are confident that Dr. Byrd will propel our organization forward in new ways as we continue to excel and grow in our near post-pandemic world,” said Carol Taylor, the Chair of Bastyr University Board of Trustees.

In his new role, Dr. Byrd will work with internal and external partners to support a strong, integrated approach to education. This will include upgrading research and clinical services to serve not only the Seattle and San Diego communities but regional and national ones as well.

“Dr. Byrd’s extensive experience in developing and overseeing in-person, online and hybrid educational program offerings puts him in an excellent position to help Bastyr University to improve and evolve program offerings and to grow student enrollment,” added Gary Quarfoth, Chair of the President Search Committee. 
“The range of health-related programs that he has worked with is impressive and gives him a broad perspective on how to best meet the needs of students interested in receiving training in various health professions.”
 
Bastyr University is a nonprofit, private university offering doctoral, graduate and undergraduate degrees, with a multidisciplinary curriculum in science-based natural medicine. Recognized globally for its rigorous curriculum and strong research, Bastyr University has campuses in Kenmore, Washington, and San Diego, California. Bastyr’s international faculty educate future leaders in the natural health arts and sciences, with an emphasis on integrating mind, body, spirit and nature.



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2nd Annual Myles Gaskin Football Camp in Shoreline


Husky great and current Miami Dolphin Myles Gaskin returns to Shoreline for the 2nd year

Passionate about teaching youth football, Myles Gaskin has teamed up with Richmond Jr. Football and league President Clyde Travis to present the 2nd Annual Myles Gaskin Football Camp.
 
 
Having missed hosting the camp in 2020 due to Covid, Myles and Richmond Jr. Football are excited to once again spend an afternoon teaching our kids the fundamentals and safe practices of football.  
 
Sponsored by Tom Lusich State Farm and Jersey’s Sports Bar, the camp is open to boys and girls K – 8, but limited space is available so register today at www.richmondjrfootball.com
 
On Saturday the 26th from 11pm – 2pm, Myles will be hosting a meet-n-greet and silent auction at the new Jersey’s Great Food and Spirits location at 1125 N 152nd St. Shoreline, WA 98133.
 


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Local student earns degree from University of Northern Colorado


GREELEY, COLO. (June 25, 2021) - A local student was among those who received degrees from the University of Northern Colorado at the end of the spring 2021 semester. The student, degree and area of study, and hometown:

Samuel Leach, Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Seattle WA

For more information about the class of spring 2021, visit https://www.unco.edu/news/articles/unc-spring-2021-commencement.aspx



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Scene on the Sound: A hundred years of history just sailed by Shoreline

Photo by Lee Wolfe

This original wooden tall ship Adventuress has quite a history. Launched in Maine in 1913, she’s been a whaler, a research vessel in the Arctic, part of the Coast Guard fleet, and eventually purchased by a man from Seattle and restored as an educational experience.

Now an icon of the Salish Sea, Adventuress remains an authentic example of living maritime history. “Youth of all ages” can climb aboard, take the helm, and sail as they did 100 years ago.

With a mission to educate, inspire, and empower an inclusive community to make a difference for the future of our marine environment, Adventuress hosts thousands each year. Under the careful stewardship of Sound Experience, she is poised to sail for generations to come.

Sound Experience

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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Stay cool!


Previous cartoons by Whitney Potter HERE



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Early starts and early closing to beat the heat

Sound Transit has sent out a warning that their construction crews along I-5 in Shoreline will be starting early on Monday to avoid the worst of the heat.

Crews from NE 145th to NE 200th will start at 5am and finish at 1pm next week from Monday June 28, 2021 to Friday July 2, 2021.

Other places are warning they will close early on Monday, at least. If you have places to go, go early or check to see if they are closing early.

Republic Services in Lake Forest Park will start their Monday pick-up an hour early - 6am instead of 7am. Monday customers will receive robocalls to notify them.



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KCSO: Warm air does not mean warm water

Warm air, cold water and one wet deputy.

Deputies with the King County Sheriff's Office Marine Rescue Unit (MRU), with support from members of the Kirkland Fire Department and Explorers, hosted a training day on Lake Washington.

Look across any lake and you'll see proof that stand-up paddle board sales have skyrocketed. With that in mind, the focus of this training scenario was rescue and recovery when a new paddleboarder falls off their board and experiences cold water immersion.

Cold water immersion is caused by the initial shock of the cool water, which may result in panic that compromises your ability to swim and get back on the board. 

The 'paddleboarder' pictured here is a KCSO MRU deputy who agreed to 'take the plunge' in the name of training.

Remember that water temperatures across King County will not peak until late July. Warm air does not mean warm water. 

Use caution when enjoying our abundant lakes, rivers and shorelines. Most importantly always wear your life vest, even if you believe you are a strong swimmer.



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Now is a good time to register to vote - or update your voter registration

If you need to register to vote or update your registration, now is the time to do it! 

Online registration and updates will be unavailable from July 2-5, 2021 as the Department of Licensing upgrades its system.

While you can register with a paper form during that outage, it’s even better just to get it done today. 

Visit http://VoteWA.gov to register or update your registration now.



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Kenmore Police: Look for a car prowler with a Prius


On Wednesday, June 16, 2021 this car prowler stole items from a utility work truck parked near Inglemoor High School in Kenmore. 

He is traveling eco-friendly using his Prius, and has an affection for Nike products.

Please call our non-emergency line (206) 296-3311 if you recognize him- reference case #: C21018696.

--Kenmore Police



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LFP Police: Don't leave your dog in the car

With the Pacific Northwest facing a potentially historic, record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures near or above 100 degrees, we urge everybody to keep our best friends safe. 

Please don't leave your dog in the car, even for "just a minute". 

Do you know how quickly your car's temperature heats up? Take a look at the chart!

--Lake Forest Park Police



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Attention email subscribers - get ready for Follow.it

Friday, June 25, 2021


This is what you may see after you click the confirmation link in the email that Follow.it will send you. Pick the green one that says Website and enter Shoreline Area News or shorelineareanews.com


As I posted yesterday (see article) we are switching to a new carrier for our email subscriptions.

To get ready, put this address in your contacts / address book: hi@follow.it

When we make the switch on Saturday you will get a message telling you to confirm your subscription. You can procrastinate a little but you need to do this before the old product (Feedburner) quits delivering the digest - June 30, 2021.

One tricky thing. We have discovered that whatever time it is when you confirm your subscription - that's the time your digest will show up each day.

We experimented with half a dozen emails - so I have a follow.it edition that shows up at 3am and misses half the stories...

Since so many of you have told me that you sit down with a cup of coffee to read the Shoreline Area News first thing every morning, we will make the switch around 6am. If you confirm right away, your digests will arrive as usual. They will just look different.

If you are not able to confirm at that time, you can wait for the next day. Follow.it will send the digest for at least a few days without your confirmation.


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Gallery North artists' cooperative celebrates 60 years

And What  I Wore by Lonni Flowers

Gallery North Celebrates its 60th anniversary during the month of July! 

From its inception in 1961 in a red pony stable in Bothell to its current business on Main Street in Edmonds, Gallery North has maintained a collection of quality art by emerging and professional local artists. 

Gallery North’s membership takes great pride in continuing to offer artwork in a variety of mediums to our loyal community and visitors to downtown Edmonds.

Cove II by Silena Wei Chen

Gallery North’s 60th anniversary celebration will last throughout the month of July with many events planned to thank our customers for their support. 

Visitors to the gallery will be given tickets to enter for drawings for artwork each Saturday beginning July 10, 2021. No purchase is necessary to be entered and one need not be present to win. Member artists are donating the art to be awarded.

The Art Stable

In front of Gallery North, “Walkable Edmonds” is creating the open plaza concept on Main Street, so each Saturday and Sunday during July, gallery members will be displaying special sale tables of their artwork or demonstrating various styles and types of work from traditional watercolor and acrylic painting to jewelry design and silk dyeing.

Cathedral Lake, Pasayten Wilderness by Ben Groff

Gallery North’s tradition of frequently changing exhibits continues and in July members of the gallery are offering a special “1961” sale. All of the art in our Featured Art area will have 1961 in the pricing, for example, a small painting may be $19.61 or a large one could be $219.61.

The original price of the art will also be displayed so purchasers will know they are getting a bargain to help celebrate.

Because of Covid restrictions, there will be no specific opening reception for “Gallery North’s 60th Anniversary Celebration", however the show will be available for viewing at Gallery North from July 1st through July 31st from 11am to 5pm. 

Regatta Study 2 750x596

The gallery will be open until 8pm for the July ArtWalk on the 15th. Please stop by for a visit to see this special show and help us celebrate.

About Gallery North: In continuous operation for 60 years, Gallery North 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, Washington, Gallery North is open daily each week. For further information, please visit the Galley North website at www.GalleryNorthEdmonds.com, or contact Gallery North at 425-774-0946.



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Case updates June 23, 2021

ICHS vaccination event at Shoreline Arts
Festival this weekend
ICHS will hold a vaccine event during the Shoreline Arts Festival this weekend at Pfingst Animal Acres park in Lake Forest Park. Info about the festival here and about the ICHS vaccine event here.

Case updates June 23, 2021


United States 
  • Total cases 33,409,895 - 13,376 in one day
  • Total deaths 600,442 - 354 in one day

Washington state 
  • Total confirmed cases 413,046- 465 new since yesterday
  • Probable (additional) cases 36,445 - 81 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 25,324 - 37 since yesterday
  • Total deaths 5,898 - 9 new since yesterday.  

King county  On 6/23/21 the DOH added a large backlog of 156 hospitalizations and 29 deaths. Excluding this there were 8 new hospitalizations and 1 death since yesterday.
  • Total confirmed cases 107,467 - 74 new since yesterday   
  • Total hospitalizations 6,483 - 164 new since yesterday  
  • Total deaths 1,648 - 30 new since yesterday

Seattle - population 744,995 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 25,420 -  14 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 1,439 -  13 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 421 -  3 new since yesterday

Shoreline - population 56,752 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 2,473 -  -1 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 206 -  0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 101 - 0 new since yesterday

Lake Forest Park - 13,569 (2018) 
  • Total confirmed cases 326 -   0 new since yesterday
  • Total hospitalizations 17 - 0 new since yesterday
  • Total deaths 4 - 0 new since yesterday


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Adventures of an icebreaker - USCGC Healy has its own fire department

Aft working deck


Homeported in Seattle, Healy is a medium icebreaker and the largest cutter in the Coast Guard’s fleet at 420’ long.

Healy’s crew is capable of conducting a wide range of U.S. Coast Guard operations including search and rescue, ship escorts, environmental protection, and enforcement of laws and treaties in the Polar Regions.

The photo is a look at the USCGC Healy aft working deck (A-frame and starboard crane) with the homeport City of Seattle skyline in the background. The aft deck provides space and specialized equipment to conduct science operations and other onboard activity.

Fire fighting drill onboard

Conducting drills helps the crew get acquainted with various damage control procedures during emergency situations. Fire drills are imperative to the safety of the ship. Crew members train for prevention, detection, attacking the fire, communications and overhaul. 


Different levels of firefighting equipment and personal protective gear are utilized. Although this was a drill, realistic scenarios improve competency and safety measures.

The Healy celebrates a milestone Friday morning, June 25, 2021 at 10am with a change of command ceremony from Coast Guard Base Seattle.

Rear Adm. Peter W. Gautier, acting commander, U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area and Defense Forces West, is scheduled to preside over the ceremony where Capt. Kenneth J. Boda will relieve Capt. Mary Ellen J. Durley as Healy’s commanding officer.

The ceremony will be livestreamed starting around 10am Facebook.com/uscgpacificarea

Under Durley’s command, Healy exercised the nation’s Arctic icebreaking capability, projected American sovereignty along the maritime boundary line with Russia, completed more than one thousand unique science evolutions supporting national-level research, and commissioned a new main propulsion motor following an electrical fire in 2020.

Boda reports to Healy from the director of Interagency Coordination at North American Aerospace Defense Command and United States Northern Command. 

--U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary photos by Deborah Heldt Cordone, AUXPA1.



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