New opportunity for musicians to join LGBT+ community performances with Rainbow City Performing Arts

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Rainbow City Colorguard

SEATTLE, WA – Rainbow City Performing Arts (RCPA) is thrilled to invite all musicians and performers to join its dynamic family of ensembles. RCPA is a non-profit organization with expanded facilities and strong support mechanisms to welcome new members of all backgrounds who are eager to express their musical talents to uplift marginalized communities throughout the Puget Sound region.

RCPA's mission is to provide a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies to explore their artistic aspirations through music. They welcome all people regardless of identity, ability, or economic circumstance to join in their mission and express themselves and be present in the community. 

Offering a diverse range of ensembles, RCPA has many opportunities soon to join at the start of their new season this Fall

Rainbow City Orchestra
 

Perfect for string, wind, and percussion enthusiasts, this symphonic ensemble delves into classical and contemporary repertoire. Rehearsals take place on Sunday afternoons in the University District, beginning September 10. 

String players require no audition, while wind players will have the opportunity to audition for a chair. The orchestra is slated to perform at Benaroya Hall on November 17, featuring a captivating repertoire, including the iconic "Rhapsody in Blue." Rehearsals and performances will continue into next Summer.

Rainbow City Concert Band 

Open to wind and percussion players of all skill levels, this ensemble explores a broad spectrum of musical styles, from marches to jazz and pop. 

Rehearsals commence on Monday nights starting September 11 in the University District. The band proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary with a grand commissioned work debuted at Benaroya Hall on November 17. The season continues with two more concerts in the series lasting through next April with additional chamber music opportunities.

Rainbow City Drumline 

This ensemble welcomes percussion players seeking to master drumline routines with precision and high energy. 

The drumline begins rehearsals on Saturdays, starting September 16, offering open skill-building workshops throughout the fall. Players of all skill levels, including beginners, are encouraged to join. 

The drumline supports numerous performances, including parades, festivals, and pride events, throughout the year. Full band rehearsals will begin in March to prepare for upcoming performances.

Rainbow City Color Guard

For those who love flag, rifle, or saber spinning set to music and movement, this ensemble is the perfect fit. Rehearsals commence on Tuesday nights starting October 17 at Hazen High School in Renton. The color guard is open to participants of all experience levels, aiming to uplift the LGBTQIA+ community through expressive performance. Collaborating with the marching band and drumline, the color guard participates in many events mostly outdoors in summer.

How to join

To join any of these ensembles, interested individuals simply need to fill out a contact form on the website, rainbowcity.org, specifying their ensemble of choice. Detailed information about each ensemble and membership expectations are also available on the website. 

The RCPA team will promptly respond and connect prospective members with ensemble directors. Additionally, aspiring musicians are encouraged to attend open rehearsals to experience firsthand what it is like to be a member.


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Scene on the Sound: Sub headed south

 
Photo by Jan Hansen

There wasn't enough of the sub showing to get an identification. Any thoughts from the retired submariners among our readers?



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WeatherWatcher: Thunderstorms and rain in the forecast

Monday, August 28, 2023

Lightning in Richmond Beach
Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Tuesday morning is expected to arrive with scattered thunderstorms and rain showers over the region. For the more exciting news, we are going to have a week of cool weather, cloudy skies, and rain at times. We could end next weekend with over an inch of rainfall.

Our gray and gloomy Monday was the result of a strong onshore marine air push, bringing in a shallow layer of clouds over the lowlands. Sunshine could be found at about 1,500 feet up any mountain in the area.

The Tuesday morning showers are expected to bring a little less than a tenth of an inch of rain, but higher amounts are possible from thunderstorm activity. Tuesday afternoon the shower and thunderstorm activity is expected to become more scattered and isolated with highs topping out in the 60's.

Wednesday is expected to be a mostly cloudy day, with temperatures near 70°F. A new rainmaker weather system arrives Wednesday night into Thursday. This system is expected to bring us a day of steady rain on Thursday with temperatures in the 60's. 

Friday through the weekend: A chance of showers remains in play off and on through the end of the weekend, with partly sunny skies at times, and temperatures around the mid 70's during the day. Saturday could feel extra muggy with highs near 80°F and rain showers in the mix. At those temperatures I can't rule out the possibility of another round of thunderstorms.
 

For current weather conditions visit www.shorelineweather.com


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Apples for apple cider - and applesauce

Photo by Patrick Deagen
I have never seen an apple tree that produces as prodigiously as this old tree in Echo Lake Park at N 200th and Ashworth Ave N. 

The apples all fall to the ground every year and lie there until someone cleans them up. Birds, squirrels, and raccoons ignore them, which supports the idea that they are not very good eating apples.

However, I have been told that apples like this make very good apple cider. If you own a cider press or know where there's one you can use, help yourself. Windfalls are good for cider or you can pick the fruit from the tree.

--Diane Hettrick


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Shoreline Walks in the Ridgecrest Neighborhood Saturday, September 2, 2023


Ridgecrest Parks Walk
Saturday, September 2, 2023 10:00am

Walk the western side of the Ridgecrest neighborhood from 155th to the Shoreline Library, including two city parks.

Meet at the rear parking lot of Tabernacle Baptist Church, 16508 8th Ave NE. (rear parking lot)
  • Walk is rated moderate for length and some steep hills.
  • Approximately 3.4 miles.
  • Walk is approximately: 3.4 miles / 2 hours
  • Walk Rating: Moderate
  • Leader: Dan
ABOUT SHORELINE WALKS

Explore neighborhoods, parks and trails on some of the best walking routes in our City. Designed for adults ages 50+ but open to all ages and abilities, each walk is led by a Volunteer Walk Leader and all walks are free. No need to sign up, just show up at the meetup location and we'll take care of the rest! Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome to join.

VOLUNTEER WALK LEADERS WANTED

Do you love to go walking and have some great walking routes in Shoreline you would like to share with others in the community? We are recruiting volunteer leaders for the Shoreline Walks Community Walking Program.

Not sure where to lead a walk...we can help supply you with some great walking routes!

If interested, please contact Marianne Johnson, Recreation Specialist, for more information: mjohnson@shorelinewa.gov, 206-801-2638



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The best and worst times to travel for Labor Day weekend

Avoid this with WSDOT Tools and Tips
Photo by Mike Remarcke
Labor Day weekend September 1 - 5 is one of the busiest travel times of the year, as everyone maximizes every day of vacation before it's time to get the kids back to school.

People planning their final festivities of summer before all things pumpkin spice and yellow school buses return should consult the Washington State Department of Transportation’s holiday traffic volume charts to determine best times to travel during the Labor Day weekend.

With the popular travel weekend fast approaching, now is the time to make plans for expected holiday congestion on most routes – whether by ferry, vehicle, bus, rail, foot, bicycle or plane. 

This year’s charts include US 2, Interstate 90 and I-5 between Lacey and Tacoma as well as Bellingham to the United States-Canada border.

Most construction will be paused over the three-day weekend to help reduce some congestion, but this is a popular travel weekend and WSDOT recommends people go early or late and give themselves plenty of extra time. Crashes or emergency road repairs also can add to travel times.

Travelers can “know before they go” and plan ahead by using WSDOT tools and tips, whether they’re traveling across town or across the Evergreen State.

Everything you need to know is here, in this comprehensive article from WSDOT



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Gloria's Insects: Bee meets blossom

 
Photo copyright Gloria Z. Nagler

The way honeybees (and other bees) often draw their legs together when in flight is, for me, photogenic, but also interesting. Aerodynamic? Helps stabilize during flight? I haven't yet found an answer, so lemme know if you have one!

--Gloria Z. Nagler



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Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation Garden Party September 17, 2023

The Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation invites you to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Kruckeberg Garden

This event will be a celebration of 25 years of this special place that has a unique blend of Pacific Northwest native plants and unusual exotics set in a naturalistic wooded setting. 

Join us for an afternoon of fun and fundraising to ensure that the garden continues to thrive for future generations.

Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation Garden Party 2023
The Lodge at St. Edwards
14477 Juanita Drive NE, Kenmore WA
September 17, 2023 from 2:30-6pm

Click here for tickets! 

Can't join us for the auction? Sign up here for online bidding!


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Volunteer opportunities at North HelpLine: Bitter Lake and Lake City


As students return to school, we could use your support filling essential volunteer roles!

email volunteers@northhelpline.org or visit northhelpline.org/volunteer if you are interested in helping.

Check-in, Greeting, and Registration

Welcome our neighbors and guide them through our services.
  • Lake City - Wednesdays: 8:30-11:15am and 11:00-2:00pm
  • Lake City - Saturdays: 8:30-11:15am and 11:00-2:00pm
  • Bitter Lake - Saturdays: 8:30-11:15am and 11:00-2:00pm
Home Grocery Delivery Drivers
  • Lake City - Thursdays: Starting at 2:00pm
  • Shifts can be every other week, or every week.
  • Usually takes only about 1 to 1.5 hours per shift.
Food Sorting and Warehouse
  • Lake City - Tuesdays: 11:30-2:30pm
  • Bitter Lake - Thursdays: 10:00-2:00pm
Food Bank Distributions
  • Lake City - Wednesday and Saturdays: 11:00-2:00pm
  • Lake City - Thursdays: 4:00–6:45 pm
Learn About Volunteering

Volunteer Application


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Concert Saturday September 9, 2023 at Ronald Methodist Church in Shoreline

Dr. Dainius Vaičekonis
Ronald United Methodist Church is holding a concert on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm). 

Church organist and pianist, Dr. Dainius Vaičekonis, who has performed as a soloist around the world, including with the Lithuanian National Symphony, will be playing The Symphonic Grandeur. 

Concert pieces will include works by Leopold Godowsky, Claude Debussy, Franz Liszt, Jaya Suprana, Mikalojus K. Čiurlionis, and Robert Schumann.

The concert is open to the community, with a suggested donation of $20/person. Proceeds benefit the effort to replace the outside siding of the church, which is deteriorating.

Ronald United Methodist Church is located at 17839 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133. We serve and partner with the community in many ways.


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Fire at Nile Sunday afternoon quickly extinguished

Sunday, August 27, 2023

Fire at Nile. Photo courtesy South County Fire

South County firefighters, assisted by Shoreline Fire, quickly extinguished a fire in the clubhouse at the Nile Country Club in Mountlake Terrace on NE 205th / 246th SW / SR 104 this afternoon, Sunday August 27, 2023.

Fire at Nile. Photo courtesy South County Fire

Damage is estimated at $60,000 and was limited to the exterior of the kitchen area of the building. 



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2023 CRISTA Senior Living Classic Car Show did not disappoint

 
A few of the classic cars on display at the 2023 CRISTA Senior Living Car Show
Photo by Carl Dinse

By Diane Hettrick
Photos by Carl Dinse and Steven H. Robinson

2023 Classic Car Show was held at CRISTA, 19303 Fremont Ave N in Shoreline on Saturday, August 19th from 10am to 2pm.

The first car show here since 2016, it was held the same day as the King’s Class of ’63 50th Class Reunion celebrated later in the day.

1986 or possibly 1987 Subaru Brat GL
Photo by Carl Dinse

This one is by far my favorite car I've seen at any show this year, although I am biased as I have my own 1984 Subaru Brat. Mine is not show quality however, more of a working truck.

There were 78 cars at this car show, I did not expect to see that many here, and I really did not expect to find a Subaru Brat here. --Carl Dinse 

1954 Ford Panel Truck
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The 54’ Ford Panel truck, finished in John Deere green, was brought in from Sammamish by Max Pillie after a three year, frame off restoration.

Another of Carl and Steve's favorites ~1967 AMC Rambler
Photo by Carl Dinse
Carl said that AMC Ramblers are another car not often found at car shows these days.

Kressen Chapin, Marketing Director for CRISTA was the organizer for the 2023 show. She said,
This was the first year that I organized the 2023 Classic Car Show. I had attended the two that CRISTA put on in 2015 and 2016, but this year I arranged it. Our Team had a lot of fun!

They also managed to bring in dozens of beautifully restored and unusual vehicles.

2013 Ford Mustang
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Steve Robinson found one vehicle with an info card.
Carl noted that there he did not find any info cards on most of the cars shown so the years listed on most photos are approximate. The make and models are as close as he could tell based on badges. 

Very clean, very factory, 1969 Dodge Dart GTS with a small block V8 (340ci I believe)
Photo by Carl Dinse
Interior shot of the same 1969 Dodge Dart GTS
Photo by Carl Dinse

Free hot dogs and chips, water and ice cream were provided for everyone. 500 hot dogs were consumed, residents and guests listened to the Blue Notes Jazz Combo perform from 11am to 1pm while the crowd ate and enjoyed the show.

A 1957 Chevy Bel Air Convertible
Photo by Carl Dinse

CRISTA Residents and families were encouraged to come dressed up for the 50’s costume contest. 

Winner of the Costume Contest – Liliana
Photo courtesy CRISTA

Liliana won the costume contest with her 1950 flashback poodle skirt. I'm not sure that's a classic poodle but she's adorable and her outfit is charming.

A couple of other vehicles that caught Carl's attention.

Austin Healey 3000 MkIII
Photo by Carl Dinse

Everyone present was encouraged to vote for their favorite costume and vehicle and the six resident judges – Murray Lorance, Jason McFadden, and Harry Allen as well as Bonnie Foote, Pat Guise and Sharon Quackenbush counted ballots and determined ultimate winners of the trophies.

Volkswagon 4-door Truck
Photo by Carl Dinse

At 8am the cars started pouring in – way more than had registered! 

Kressen said "I had anticipated that 49 cars would arrive. We ended up with 78 classic cars ranging in age from 1930 to 2022!"

1930 Model A Ford Coupe Hot rod (Chevy 350 V8)
Photo by Carl Dinse

Editor's pick:

Possibly a 1936 Ford pickup
Photo by Carl Dinse

Carl thinks this is a 1936 Ford pickup, the plate and the hood suggests it’s from that time period. It has a flathead V8 though which was common in the early 50s so might be modified. 
1958 Nash Metropolitan
Photo by Carl Dinse
Kressne says "We are already planning our next years show!"
Until then, you can view more photos from the show in Carl's photo gallery.


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Photo progression of Saturday's stunning sunset

Photo by Jan Hansen
 
Photo by Barbara Twaddell

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Photo by Lee Lageschulte


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WA treasurer joins call for FTC to oppose supermarket merger

Albertson's in Lake Forest Park
By JERRY CORNFIELD

Washington state Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti and six other state treasurers are urging federal regulators to oppose a merger of the nation’s two largest grocery store chains.

The seven state officials sent a letter Wednesday to the Federal Trade Commission warning of “significant adverse effects” if Kroger, the nation’s largest supermarket chain, is allowed to acquire Albertsons, the second largest, for $24.6 billion.

The letter raises concerns about lower pay for store employees, the potential for layoffs, reduced ability for workers to organize and negotiate on working conditions, and consolidation and store closures leaving communities with fewer or no shopping options.

“Corporate consolidation at this scale is bad for workers and consumers,” Pellicciotti, a Democrat, said in an email Thursday. “The tradeoff of narrow, short-term corporate profits at the expense of long-term impacts to wages and consumer costs only furthers the unsustainable imbalance of economic power.”

A primary concern raised in the letter is a reduction in wages for workers.

The treasurers cite an analysis by The Economic Policy Institute, a nonprofit left-of-center think tank, that concluded the merger could result in a total loss of $334 million in wages for 746,000 grocery store workers in more than 50 metropolitan areas. This works out to an average annual loss of about $450 per worker, the report says.

“We believe that the interests of our constituents and the long-term economic security of our states would be better served by opposing this merger,” the treasurers wrote.

Along with Pellicciotti, the letter was signed by the treasurers of Colorado, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada and New Mexico.

The acquisition, announced in October, is staunchly opposed by the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union which represents 100,000 Kroger and Albertsons workers.


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Work parties in Shoreline parks

Volunteers in a Shoreline park. Photo by Joy Wood

Join the City of Shoreline’s Forest Stewards to perform ecological restoration in Shoreline’s forested parks.

Register for a park event this week - now through September 9, 2023.

No experience necessary - just bring your enthusiasm for community-engaged restoration at any of the parks listed below.

We welcome individuals, families, and groups who would like to do good removing noxious weeds and installing native plants – rain or shine!

Gloves, and tools will be provided. Bring a water bottle, layers for the weather, and tough shoes and clothes that can get muddy.

We work in the following city parks:
  • Boeing Creek
  • Bruggers Bog
  • Darnell
  • Echo Lake
  • Hamlin
  • Twin Ponds
  • North City
  • Northcrest
  • Shoreline
  • Shoreview
  • Paramount Openspace
  • Richmond Beach Saltwater Beach
Pick your location and date and sign up!

Addresses and maps are at the website


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Police report for Lake Forest Park July 2023


Police incidents heatmap for July 2023: Each blue dot is an incident generated by dispatch or an officer. This map represents 229 incidents in July.
  • Suspicious Circumstances 63 
  • Parking 24 
  • Welfare Check 22 
  • Alarm 20 
  • Warrant LFP 17 
  • Theft 15 
  • Disturbance 15 
  • Traffic Accident 13 
  • Trespass 10 
  • Animal 7 
  • Graffiti 7 
  • MV Theft 6 
  • Fireworks 6 
  • Hit and Run 4
Notable Incidents in July
  • A Lyft driver reported an incident of ID theft and fraud to the police. According to the driver, someone claiming to be a "Lyft Manager" had reached out to him and requested his personal information. Subsequently, the driver discovered that he had fallen victim to identity theft.
  • Officers responded to a residential burglary where the suspect was able to open the garage door and steal some items from the garage. No leads at this time.
  • The police received calls from concerned citizens regarding an "artist" playing the flute using a speaker at the ARCO station. When the gas station employee requested her to leave, the artist refused. However, the officers were successful in persuading the artist that the ARCO station was not an appropriate venue for her performance, and she eventually moved along.
  • Officers assisted Bothel PD officers with a residential burglary in progress.
  • A subject tried to leave Ross with a shopping cart full of unpaid merchandise. As soon as the subject saw our officers approaching the store, he decided to drop the shopping cart and run.
  • Officers recovered a stolen vehicle on 191st Street.
  • Officers were able to catch a dog who had decided to go for a run without the owner.
  • A smart car driver was pulled over on Bothell Way NE for excessively speeding at a staggering 80 mph. Due to the dangerous and reckless behavior, the driver was promptly arrested and issued a citation for Reckless Driving.
  • Officers were dispatched to conduct a welfare check, and upon reaching the location, they discovered that the individual in question had passed away approximately 10 days prior to the welfare check call. There were no signs of foul play, and the likely cause of death appeared to be related to medical issues.
  • Officers responded to a disturbance call at Mod Pizza. A transient who was carrying a knife was harassing some customers. He was arrested and trespassed.
  • Officers trespassed from Planet Fitness a subject who was caught smoking methamphetamine in the gym bathroom.
  • Officers responded to a hit and run incident where a driver hit a mailbox and a street sign. No leads at this time.

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Another smoky day in Shoreline

 
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Another smoky day in Shoreline. This was Saturday afternoon, August 26, 2023 overlooking  Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. The smoke wasn't thick but it was in a layer low to the ground. On Thursday, Shoreline had smoke and Edmonds had clear skies.

--Diane Hettrick


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Open House at Buddha Jewel Monastery on September 9, 2023: Meditation and Buddhism class


A unique opportunity for the public.

You are invited to join Buddha Jewel Monastery Open House, Saturday, September 9, 2023 2-4pm at 17418 8th Ave NE - in the Ridgecrest Neighborhood.

Monastery tour, guided meditation, curricular overview, student sharing, and afternoon tea.




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Shoreline firefighters return from Maui

Saturday, August 26, 2023

Photo courtesy Pierce County Fire

Two Shoreline firefighters are among the Pierce County crew being greeted at SeaTac after returning from Maui.


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Olympic Ballet Theatre announces 2023-24 performance season

Edmonds, WA – Olympic Ballet Theatre (OBT) announces an exciting line-up of four productions in the upcoming season. 

OBT’s 2023-24 performance season starts with the all-time holiday favorite The Nutcracker in December, spotlights new works in February’s Debuts, brings back the comedic adventures of Don Quixote in May, and culminates in an eclectic mix of classical and contemporary ballets in June’s Summer Performance.

Tickets
OBT offers season subscriptions and single tickets to each performance. Individual tickets range from $27 to $55 per person and can be purchased online. The season subscription includes ticket packages for all four productions at a 10% discount (applies to additional tickets for family and friends). The subscription is available for purchase at the OBT Box Office at 425-774-7570 or at dance@olympicballet.org, and subscribers can exchange tickets at no fee. For more information, contact OBT at dance@olympicballet.org or visit the website

Autumn Auction and Dinner
Jumpstarting the performance season, OBT will be raising funds with the annual Autumn Auction and Dinner on November 11, 2023, at the Seattle Golf Club. This fun and elegant evening features a delightful dinner, live and silent auctions, performances of excerpts from the upcoming season, and opportunities to support OBT.  Information about tickets and auction sponsorships here.

OLYMPIC BALLET THEATRE’S 2023-2024 PERFORMANCE SEASON
(Casting and program are subject to change)

The Nutcracker
December 8-10, 2023 
Everett Performing Arts Center

December 15-20, 2023
Edmonds Center for the Arts

This popular production of The Nutcracker features choreography by OBT artistic directors Mara Vinson and Oleg Gorboulev, sets designed by Jeanne Franz, Ruth Gilmore, and Phillip Lineau, and iconic music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. 

The Nutcracker is one of the most famous classical ballets and a holiday tradition for many, telling the story of a little girl named Clara, her mysterious godfather Herr Drosselmeyer, a very special nutcracker, and a magical night’s journey.

Debuts
February 17-18, 2024 
Edmonds Center for the Arts

Vibrant and exciting, Debuts presents new works by talented contemporary choreographers. This production features Luna by award-winning Juilliard choreographer Norbert De La Cruz III with music by Nathan Prillaman and a world premiere choreographed by Eva Stone, founder of the Stone Dance Collective and CHOP SHOP: Bodies of Work Contemporary Dance Festival.

Don Quixote
May 4-5, 2024
Edmonds Center for the Arts

Follow the adventures of Don Quixote and his mischievous companion Sancho Panza on their quest for love, honor, and justice in this fun bravura ballet. 

Staged after the production by Marius Petipa and Alexander Gorsky, this classical three-act production of Don Quixote will transport you to colorful medieval Spain with its beautiful sets by award-winning set designer, John Iacovelli.

Summer Performance
June 1, 2024
Edmonds Center for the Arts

Olympic Ballet Theatre closes its performance season with an eclectic production celebrating the diversity of ballet with classical ballet excerpts from famed choreographers of the past and new works by outstanding choreographers of today.

The 2024 Summer Performance features an excerpt from the classical ballet Raymonda by Marius Petipa and A Gentle Prelude by Donald Byrd, Artistic Director of Spectrum Dance Theater.

ABOUT OLYMPIC BALLET THEATRE

Olympic Ballet Theatre is a professional ballet company presenting four classical and contemporary ballet productions during each performance season. Founded 42 years ago and now under the leadership of co-artistic directors Mara Vinson and Oleg Gorboulev, OBT has become a mainstay of the north Puget Sound arts scene, regularly touring theaters in Everett and Edmonds. 

With the support of local patrons and organizations, OBT brings high-quality original and classical ballet productions featuring renowned and emerging choreographers. OBT offers audiences of all ages opportunities to experience the joy and the magic of ballet with affordable ticket pricing, intimate venues, and a diverse repertoire of performances.

OLYMPIC BALLET THEATRE
700 Main Street, Edmonds, WA 98020 | 425-774-7570 | OlympicBallet.org



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Sunrise at Hamlin Park

 
Photo by David Walton

Smoky skies make for a beautiful sunrise at Hamlin Park on 15th Ave NE in Shoreline.


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Dr. J. Matthew Lacy appointed as Chief Medical Examiner for King County

Dr. J. Matthew Lacy appointed 
Chief Medical Examiner for King County
Public Health has announced the appointment of Dr. J. Matthew Lacy, as Chief Medical Examiner for King County, following a national search. 

He succeeds Dr. Richard Harruff, who recently retired after a 30-year career in the King County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Dr. Lacy has most recently served as Chief Medical Examiner for Snohomish County. He previously served as an Associate Medical Examiner in Snohomish, Pierce and King Counties.

“Dr. Lacy stood out as an exceptionally well-qualified candidate, with his knowledge and expertise in the field, the strong relationships he's built with local and state partners, and his deeply humane leadership qualities. 
"He's a remarkable addition to an already outstanding office,” said Dr. Faisal Khan, Director for Public Health – Seattle / King County. 
“I want to thank Dr. Harruff for his distinguished service to our community, creating an office of high professional standards and enduring commitment to its mission of investigating deaths in King County with compassion.”

Dr. Lacy brings a range of valuable experiences to his work, having authored over a dozen peer-reviewed publications and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Washington State University’s Floyd College of Medicine. 

He's a member of the Washington State Coroner and Medical Examiners legislative committee, serves on the state's Forensic Investigations Council, and is a trained National Association of Medical Examiners inspector. In addition to his training in medicine and pathology, he also holds a law degree.

“The public health focus of the King County Medical Examiner’s Office has been a national model for improving the safety and health of our communities through death investigation work. I am incredibly excited and humbled by this opportunity to make a contribution to one of the premiere death investigation teams in the country,” said Dr. Lacy.

The King County Medical Examiner's Office brings trained medical evaluation to the investigation of sudden, violent, unexpected, and suspicious deaths that occur in King County. 

In addition to determining the cause and manner of death, the office works to provide accurate identification of decedents under their jurisdiction, and to notify the next of kin and provide compassionate support to families. 

The office has been continually accredited with the National Association of Medical Examiners since 1978.

Dr. Lacy will begin his position with King County this fall.


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Jobs: WSDOT Transportation Technician 3 (In-Training)

WSDOT
Transportation Technician 3 (In-Training)
Shoreline, WA- Northwest Region
$45,999 - $84,117 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Transportation Technician 3 (In – Training) in Shoreline, WA. This position is integral to the organization’s mission of highway design, construction and right of way. 

This position works on the survey crew operating the survey equipment, collecting survey data, and processing and delivering the data to customers. The TT3 assists in the preparation of survey records and documents.

Job description and application



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More progress at Darnell Park

Himalayan blackberry root crown. Photo by Rusty McTaggert
Kaleidoscope Lead / Darnell Park Restoration Lead
There's a special place in gardening heaven for people who work to remove blackberry roots.
The Kaleidoscope crew pushed into a new section of Darnell Park, 1125 N 165th St, Shoreline WA 98133, on August 24, 2023.  A day of work thoroughly removing Himalayan blackberry revealed a grove of elderberry and many ferns. 

This section is now known to Kaleidoscope crew as elderberry cove.  We look forward to mulching this area in September and planting native companions for the elderberry this fall.

--Katie McGowan, Training and Education Manager, Kaleidoscope Inc. 


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Landlord / Tenant Fire Safety

Olympia – According to a Washington housing data report, there are over 3 million housing units in the state of Washington. Of those, more than 1 million are rentals. Renters make up 36% of the housing market in our state.

In 2022, Washington State reported over 8,000 fire incidents in residential properties. As a landlord or a renter, it is important to be familiar with the requirements of RCW 43.44.110, which speaks to smoke detection devices in dwelling units.

The State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO) urges landlords and renters to be familiar with fire alarm requirements:
  • Rental units must have working smoke alarms.
  • Check with local fire or building departments for information about state laws and local ordinances on smoke alarm installation and maintenance.
  • Landlords must ensure smoke alarms are installed in the rental unit prior to the tenant occupying the space.
  • Renters must maintain the smoke alarms in operable condition, following the smoke alarm manufacturer’s specifications.
  • Ensure that smoke alarms are installed in every bedroom, outside of each separate sleeping area, and on every level of the home or unit. This includes any basements.
  • Test smoke alarms at least once a month.
  • Replace smoke alarms when they are 10 years old from manufacturing date.
  • Make sure rental agreements include the maintenance of smoke alarms.
For more information, contact the State Fire Marshal’s Office at 360-596-3929.


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