Cartoon by Whitney Potter: A Vowel ??

Wednesday, September 13, 2023



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Ridgecrest Neighborhood held a movie night under the stars

Keystone Kops helped entertain the crowd while everyone waited for dark

By Diane Hettrick
Photos by Steven H. Robinson

Ridgecrest Neighborhood Association held a free outdoor movie night at Paramount School Park on Saturday September 9, 2023.

On the big screen: Super Mario Brothers,

Local band Shattered rocked out

Live music was provided by local band Shattered.  Patty Pan Cooperative had fresh veggies, tamales, and quesadillas available for purchase. Ice cream was served

Kids took turn sitting in the big fire t

Neighbors brought blankets, low chairs, and their own popcorn.

Super Mario kept everyone entertained

Seattle Astronomical Society was on hand with telescopes for a Star Party. Their telescopes brought the night sky into view while astronomers nswer questions.

This event was funded in part by a City of Shoreline Mini-Grant.


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The Red Sky Gallery in Lake Forest Park presents Dianna Shyne

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Dianna Shyne is the featured artist at Red Sky Gallery for the month of September. 

Celebrate her with a “meet the artist” reception party on September 16, 2023 from 4:00 -7:00pm. Food will be catered by the Vulpine Taproom. 

Dianna is an accomplished impressionistic painter who has exhibited her work in over 40 solo shows.

Multiple award winning artist Dianna infuses her paintings with a sense of vitality and life affirming joy. Dianna has given classes and demonstrations locally, around the country, and in Canada, Italy and China.

She is a member of the women painters of Washington and currently teaches at the acrylic university.

We are thrilled to display her rich landscapes and delightful still lifes.

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Shoreline Walks: North City History Walk and Talk Saturday September 16, 2023


Saturday, September 16, 2023 10:00am
North City History Walk and Talk

Explore the North City neighborhood, taking a look at some of the changes to the area. There will be an option of checking out nearby North City Park at the walk. This walk is slower paced and includes a talk sharing the history of the area.

Walk is approximately: 3 miles / 2 hours
Rating: Moderate (steep hill at beginning of walk plus other smaller hills)
Meet at: North City Elementary School, 816 NE 190th St. Shoreline
Walk Leader Donna
North City Elementary School 816 NE 190th St, Shoreline WA 98155


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Jobs: WSDOT Senior Traffic Designer (TE3)

WSDOT
Senior Traffic Designer (TE3)
Shoreline, WA- Northwest Region
$76,179 - $102,475 Annually
Closing Date 9/20/2023 11:59 PM Pacifi

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to serve as the Senior Traffic Designer in Shoreline, WA. 

This position supports WSDOT's mission by serving as a Lead Traffic Design contact with the region's most complex and sizable design-build and design-bid-build projects. This position provides plans, specifications, and estimates (PS/E) for standard and advanced signing, traffic signal, illumination, power supply, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) facilities as well as Low-Cost Enhancement (Q-Design) type projects. 

This position is a subject matter expert on Traffic Design subjects (Signals, Electrical, Signing, ITS, Low-Cost Enhancements). Serves as the primary contact for Traffic work order prioritization and progress. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job description and application


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Open House at Shoreline Fire Saturday

 

Shoreline Fire would love to have your company at their Open House on Saturday, September 16, 2023, 11am to 2pm. They'll even thrown in the hot dogs!

They'll be demonstrating vehicle extrication where they show how they cut open a car to rescue someone inside.

Special activities for the kids include an agility course and a first aid station for their teddy bears.

This all takes place at the Headquarters 17525 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133. Park across the street at Shorewood High School and walk over to the station.


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Shoreline Farmers Market - go for breakfast and music and stay for produce

Early crowd at the Shoreline Farmers Market

Photos by Steven H. Robinson

Here's a hint - go to the Shoreline Farmers Market early and ready for a continental breakfast.

Steve Robinson always goes to the market just before it opens. Crowds are thin and lines are very short. An hour later and it will be a different scene.

Snohomish Bakery photo by Steven H. Robinson
So start with a yummy pastry from the Snohomish Bakery.

Kathmandu MoMoCha

Then get an exotic cha from Kathmandu MoMoCha.

Weaving Coffee Roaster
Weaving Coffee Roaster was offering a free Purple Rain sample. They sell beans, so you'll have to go home and make your own (gourmet) coffee.

PK Dwyer
PK Dwyer was absorbed in his music and didn't notice that the crowds weren't there yet.

Chalk art
The pavement is always available for artists.

The Shoreline Farmers Market is held every Saturday at the 192nd Park n Ride on Aurora from 10am to 2pm.

Skinny Kitty Farms
Oh - and they have produce too

--Diane Hettrick


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Jobs: City of Shoreline Extra Help – Youth Karate Instructor

City of Shoreline
Extra Help – Youth Karate Instructor
Dates: open 9/11/23 – closed 9/24/23
Pay: $15.74 - $45.75 hourly

The City of Shoreline is seeking a qualified Karate/Martial Art instructor to lead classes in City of Shoreline recreation programs. This is a non-benefited position. Work schedule is dependent upon student demand with hours flexible on days, evenings and weekends during Spartan Recreation Center operating hours.

Karate/Martial Arts Instructor (for ages 7+)1 position available
2-6 hours per week
Example Schedule: Monday and Wednesday: 5:30 pm-8 pm

Essential Functions
  1. Teaches scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; providing adequate prep and warm-up, then clean up and cool down
  2. Instructs students on effective methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates skills, encourages participation and leads by example
  3. Prepares appropriate equipment, supplies, music and handouts for each class
  4. Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive experience for members and class participants
  5. Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs
  6. Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to
  7. Oversee the use of any equipment used to promote optimal use and safely
  8. Review “Instructor Handbook” and meet the Instructor Expectations outlined in the Recreation Program Plan
  9. Carry out First Aid and CPR if needed
  10. Follow safety and hygiene guidelines
Please apply here: EH - Youth Karate Instructor


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Road closure of 5th Ave from NE 145th to NE 148th St including NE 145th to NB I-5 on-ramp for night work

5th Ave from NE 145th Street to
NE 148th Street will be closed at night
As early as Monday, September 11, 2023 Sound Transit will begin closing 5th Ave NE from NE 145th Street to NE 148th Street, including the closure of the NE 145th to Northbound I-5 on-ramp for island removal and storm drain connection. 

This work is part of the future Lynnwood Link Extension light rail project.
 
What:
  • Sound Transit will be performing this work at night to reduce traffic impacts.
  • Local access will be provided to residents who are located inside the road closure area on 5th Ave NE. 
  • Work may involve typical construction noise and vibration activities to adjacent neighbors.
  • This activity will consist of (4) working nights to complete, if the work becomes delayed or takes longer than expected, more road closures will be scheduled and a new flyer will be distributed. 
When:
  • Monday, September 11th through Thursday, September 14th from 11:00p.m. to 5:00a.m. the following morning                                                                                
Where:
  • 5th Ave from NE 145th Street to NE 148th Street.

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Shorecrest tennis vs Snohomish 9/11/23

2023 Shorecrest tennis
Photo by Rob Mann

9/11/23 Shorecrest vs Snohomish
At Kellogg MS

Shorecrest 3 Snohomish 4

Singles
  1. Cade Strickland (Sno) def. Haakon Jakobsen 6-0, 6-0, 
  2. Alex Schwieger (Sno) def. Sohum Vohra 7-6(2), 6-1, 
  3. Indigo Vining (SC) def. Ethan Coster 6-4, 6-3, 
  4. Peyton Caskey (SC) def. Keegan Britten 4-6, 6-3, 6-4
Doubles
  1. Leif Hodkinson/LJ Caldwell (Sno) def. Thomas Linville/Spencer Berry 6-3, 6-2, 
  2. Enzo Portletto/Alden Graafstra (Sno) def. Ashton Johnson/Zane Weber 5-7, 6-4, 6-4, 
  3. Owen Watson/Ben Feinberg (SC) def. Dillin Jorgensen/Rydge Longenecker 6-2, 7-6
--Coach Rob Mann


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Opportunity for creative teens ages 13 - 18 from Dandylyon Drama


Exciting new opportunity for creative teens ages 13 - 18 from Dandylyon Drama! 

Tuesdays 4:30-6pm September 26 to November 14, 2023 at Shoreline Community 
  • Hey Parents of Teens! Do you need support with your creative teens coping skills?
  • Do they have lots of ideas and need a place where their ideas get heard and come to life?
  • Need a place where they can make friendships with other quirky kids?

We have two highly qualified drama teachers with social-emotional certificates who are ready to facility teen-driven performance pieces and share life hacks, social skills, and confidence boosters.

Pay What You Can Scholarships available



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Work together to restore North City Park

North City Park is a beautiful stand of forest located directly behind North City Elementary School 19201 10th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155
Only in recent years have volunteers mobilized to start clearing out the invasive plants and weeds.

They could use some help. There is information on the Green Shoreline Partnership page and you can sign up for specific dates.


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Tibetan Language and Culture School opens at Shoreline Community College

SCC President Jack Kahn (left) welcomes TLCS Director Lobsang Tsering of the Tibetan Language School. Photo by Kurt Smith

Tibetan Language and Cultural School (TLCS) is a community supported program dedicated to teaching local Tibetan children the language, culture, music and dance of Tibet. It is a project of the Tibetan Association of Washington (TAW), guided by a volunteer Parent Steering Committee.

The school was opened in 2007 and previously met at the Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Senior Center.

It has now opened at Shoreline Community College, where three classes meet every Sunday afternoon.

Photo by Kurt Smith

On Sunday, September 10, 2023, the Tibetan Language and Culture School (TLCS) opened with a full schedule of activities. The day began at 2:50pm with a "Meet and Greet" session, allowing TLCS kids and their parents to socialize and catch up.

At 3:00pm, a "Prayer and Meditation" session was held, led by Gen Tashi la. This was followed by the "Opening Ceremony," featuring speeches by TLCS Director Lobsang Tsering, Shoreline Community College's President Dr. Jack Kahn, and TAW President Gonpo.

At 3:30pm, concurrent classes were conducted. Gen Tashi Tsering led a "Language Class for Level III," which included student introductions, food prayer stanza writing and reading, Tibetan typing, and conversation groups.

Simultaneously, Gen Lharik Dakpa conducted a "Music Class for Level - I. Afterward, there was a 30-minute break, during which kids could enjoy snacks outside, with snack duty assigned to Ada Stang.

Class photo by Kurt Smith

Following the break at 5:00pm, another language class took place, this time for "Level - I" students, led by Gen Passang Bhuti and assistant Passang Dolker. This class involved student introductions in Tibetan, a language game, coloring alphabets and numbers, and Tibetan story reading.

Overall, TLCS offered a diverse range of classes and activities on this Sunday, promoting Tibetan language, culture, and community engagement.


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Next steps after updated COVID vaccine approved by FDA

The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the updated COVID vaccine, which protects against the newest variant.

Since it can take some time before a new vaccine arrives at local pharmacies and health care locations, the Washington State Department of Health has outlined the process to get a new vaccine to the public.




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The Pacific NW Needle Arts Guild announces its 2023 Fiber Show

Monday, September 11, 2023


The Pacific NW Needle Arts Guild announces its 2023 Fiber Show

It will run from Tuesday, September 19 to October 26, 2023 at Art Works in Edmonds. 

Opening reception will be September 23 from 4 - 6pm with music and refreshments. 

Hours are 11-2 on Monday and Thursday, 11-4 on Friday.

Art Works is located at 201 2nd Ave S, Edmonds, WA 98020



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Upcoming election for Position 1 on King Conservation District Board of Supervisors

King Conservation District will hold an election for Position #1 on the Board of Supervisors in early 2024. 

The KCD Board of Supervisors will pass an Election Resolution in late 2023 establishing the specific timeline for candidate applications and the voting window. 

King Conservation District includes all registered voters in King County (excluding the cities of Enumclaw, Federal Way, Milton, Pacific, and Skykomish that do not participate in the district).

The candidate filing period for Position #1 will be held at the end of 2023. More information will be available here once the KCD Election Resolution is passed establishing the 2024 Election.

Candidates interested in running should review the following materials 

King Conservation District is a special purpose district committed to helping people engage in stewardship and conservation of natural resources, serving over two million people in 34 cities and unincorporated King County. 

KCD assists people with forestry management, streamside and shoreline restoration, farm conservation planning, and other environmental efforts. KCD is funded primarily by a per-parcel Rates and Charges fee.

An all-volunteer, five-member Board of Supervisors is responsible for overseeing KCD operations, budget, and setting policy. Voters elect three supervisors and the Washington State Conservation Commission appoints two supervisors. Supervisors serve three-year terms.


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Learn how to better support your child's emotional needs in nine week class from CHS

For families with children 0-6 years old. Circle of Security Parenting.

Learn how to better support your child’s emotional needs in this 9-week class, offered on Tuesdays, October 3 - November 28, 2023 from 6pm - 8pm from the Center for Human Services in Shoreline.

Free and virtual. Complete the online registration form HERE

The program is for residents of Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Bothell, and Federal Way. If you live in another city, you will be put on a waiting list and notiied of openings.

For more information, contact Roxana Ascanio at 206-631-8824 or rascanio@chs-nw.org


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Ms K Nursery Fall Plant Sale October 6-8 and 13-15

The ever popular Ms K Nursery fall plant sale is scheduled for two weekends in October. October 6-8 and 15-16, 2023 from 10am to 5pm both days.

30% off select trees, shrubs, and more.

Kruckeberg Botanic Garden is located at 20312 15th Ave NW, Shoreline WA 98177 

Parking is limited, particularly for popular events like this, so walk or carpool with gardening friends.


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Ballinger Friendship Festival provided free food, music, kid crafts, information and fun

Stiltwalker Janet Rayor was a huge hit with the kids
Photo by Gidget Terpstra
Ballinger Neighborhood held their 3rd Annual Friendship Festival at Brugger’s Bog Park on 25th NE on Saturday, September 9, 2023.

Big tables of craft projects for kids help keep the litte ones entertained.
Note the Shoreline ACS communication van behind them.
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

There were crafts for kids, free food, booths, and a variety of entertainment not all scripted!

You just had  to dance to the music!
Note the Shoreline Fire vehicle in the background
Photo by Gidget Terpstra

The food and fun were all free, including arts, crafts, and games, thanks to funding from the City of Shoreline.
 
People could take a selfie with a scarecrow at the Farm Stand
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Among other things, festival goers could take a selfie with a scarecrow at the “farm stand photo booth.”

South American flute player Peter Ahi with Eben Pobee of JHP Legacy, which provided music throughout the event. Photo by Gidget Terpstra

Featured performers included JHP Legacy (West African band), Filipiniana / FACES Dance Company, Peter Ali (Indigenous flutist), and Janet Rayor (Stiltwalker).

Stiltwalker talks to people at the Ballinger Homework Factory booth which provides afterschool academic help to kids who live in Ballinger Homes. Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Besides that, a second stiltwalker showed up - or the fairy has a human counterpart...

There were many interesting booths with people to talk to and things to see:

Filipiniana Arts and Culture
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

  • Filipiniana Arts and Culture, 
Kenneth Doutt, Director of the Shoreline Historical Museum
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
  • Shoreline Historical Museum, 
Brugger's Bog Park Steward Marla Tullio is a bona fide Tree Hugger
Photo by Gidget Terpstra
  • Green Shoreline Partnership Brugger’s Bog Stewards,  
  • the ACS Team and their radio communication van and the Shoreline Fire Department.
  • Also Shoreline College,  Center for Human Services, Literacy Source, City of Shoreline Parks, Planning Services, and Surface Water Management, Recology, Moms Demand Action
Brought to you by the Ballinger Neighborhood Association with funding from the City of Shoreline Neighborhood Mini-Grant program


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Jobs: City of Mountlake Terrace Public Works Maintenance Worker I

Sunday, September 10, 2023

City of Mountlake Terrace
Public Works Maintenance Worker I
Salary Hourly wage range: $24.83 - $29.35.
Published Sep 08, 2023

The City of Mountlake Terrace Public Works Department is accepting applications to fill one Maintenance Worker position. Duties include operating and maintaining the city’s infrastructure including not limited to streets, sewer, stormwater, and water systems.

We are looking for a highly productive, self-motivated individuals who can work well as a team member. Candidates must have the ability to stand and work outdoors in inclement weather for extended periods of time, to operate machinery and equipment, and utilize hand and power tools.

Maintenance Workers essential duties include installing, servicing, and repairing water and sewer facilities; repairing water line leaks and sewer line breaks; flushing water systems; repairing curbs and sidewalks; installing valves and setting meters; and responding professionally and courteously to customer inquiries.

A valid Washington State Driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required for both classification levels. This position is represented by Teamster Local Union No. 763.


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Own a piece of local history - Town / Country Market to auction off old Central Market letters

Own a letter of your very own!
Own a piece of local history in the form of cool decor! Town / Country Markets is auctioning off its Shoreline and Poulsbo Central Markets lighted “Central Market” letters from the old signs. Proceeds are being donated to two food banks.

They're big! They're bold! They're... letters! 

Accent your patio, show off a backyard conversation piece, or add vintage flair to your small business. Snag a piece of history and help to provide food and resources for your neighbors in need.

The auction starts Monday, September 11 - 14 at new.biddingowl.com/townandcountry. Win a little piece of local history and own a supercool letter.


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Cardinal Flower with Guest

The Cardinal flower (Lobelia cardinalis) is a brilliant scarlet-colored native wildflower that grows in marshes, stream banks and low woods.

Its extremely showy blossoms can be recognized at considerable distance. 

Few native plants have flowers of such intense color as this common herbaceous perennial. 

The Cardinal flower is a member of the Bluebell Family.
It was named after the Flemish botanist, Matthias de L'Obel (1538-1616).

It was introduced to Europe in the mid-1620s, where the name cardinal flower was in use by 1629 likely due to the similarity of the flower's color to the vesture of Roman Catholic Cardinals. 

Hummingbirds love it.

Plants by Diane Cerretti, photos by Doug Cerretti.


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Help our forests: Volunteer in Shoreline Parks

Park volunteers. Photo by Joy Wood
HELP OUR FORESTS: 
VOLUNTEER IN SHORELINE PARKS

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

To register, visit our online portal here. We work on weekends and during the week.

No experience necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and we will teach you the rest. Do good removing weeds and installing native plants – rain or shine!

We will provide tools. Please bring a water bottle, layers for the weather, and tough shoes and clothes that can get muddy. Bring gloves if you have them, but we also have some that you can borrow.

We work in the following city parks:

§ Boeing Creek
§ Brugger's Bog
§ Darnell
§ Echo Lake
§ Hamlin
§ Twin Ponds
§ North City
§ Northcrest
§ Shoreline
§ Shoreview
§ Paramount Open Space
§ Richmond Beach Saltwater Park

We look forward to restoring with you! Choose your park and sign up here


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Spiro's to donate a portion of sales Monday between 4 - 8pm to the Shoreline Public Schools Foundation

 
 

The first Monday of the new school year is a perfect night to 
let Spiro's make dinner!  
 
Join us on September 11th from 4-8pm!
Spiro's will be donating a percentage of the sales during this time to the Shoreline Public Schools Foundation
to support opportunities for educational success in every
Shoreline Public School.
 
Dine-in, take out or gift certificates purchased between 4-8pm on Monday, September 11 will all count toward the fundraiser.  
 
Mark your calendars, grab your family and friends and join us in supporting Spiro's and the Shoreline Public Schools Foundation. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to fund grant requests that directly benefit students and their educational success.
 
Thank you Spiro's for supporting kids and public education!
 
Spiro’s Pizza and Pasta
18411 Aurora Ave N
Shoreline
206-546-2900


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How to use the HAWK signal

By Diane Hettrick

When you travel a short distance north on Aurora into Snohomish county, you will encounter their new pedestrian crossing beacon, the HAWK. 

There is also one on SR 104 headed to the Edmonds Bowl and ferry.

If you haven't noticed, it is because it is only activated if a pedestrian pushes the button to cross the highway.

Our previous article on the HAWK generated some discussion. This device comes with instructions.

The High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) signal on SR 99 north of 234th Street was activated on August 30, 2023. See our previous article.


How to use the HAWK
  1. HAWK signals operate like traffic signals and are activated with the push button which causes the signal to change to red and stop traffic, allowing pedestrians to cross the street.
  2. For drivers, the HAWK signal remains dark until activated by a pedestrian or a cyclist. Once activated, the signal goes through a series of yellow and red sequences, requiring vehicles to fully stop on a solid red light while pedestrians cross
  3. The signal concludes with a flashing red sequence, where vehicles are required to stop and proceed with caution if no pedestrians are present.
Got it?

I have some personal concerns about traffic devices that require instructions. Some years ago WSDOT was testing a similar pedestrian crossing beacon. It had eyes that moved from right to left and back again. They installed just one at 165th and Aurora, to try it out.

I encountered it late one night without having heard anything about it ahead of time. Since the statute of limitations has probably passed, I can admit now that I was so distracted staring at that weird thing in the sky that I came within a few feet of mowing down a couple of pedestrians.

I had time to brake but I was close enough to make them jump.

WSDOT ditched that signal but I think the HAWK is here to stay.


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AG Bob Ferguson kicks off campaign for Governor

Bob Ferguson kicks off campaign for governor at a packed rally in Central Seattle.
Photo by Janet Way

Attorney General Bob Ferguson, who previously represented Shoreline and Lake Forest Park on the King County Council, formally announced his campaign to succeed Jay Inslee as Washington state governor at a packed rally at the Washington Hall Ballroom, 153 14th Ave, Seattle on Saturday, September 9, 2023.

Washington political figures spanning the Democratic ideological spectrum and multiple generations of Democratic leadership in Washington attended the rally.

Notable attendees included Governor Jay Inslee and his wife, Trudi, who today announced their endorsement of the Ferguson campaign, former Governor Chris Gregoire, King County Executive Dow Constantine, U.S. Representatives Suzan DelBene and Pramila Jayapal, King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay, and Bob’s wife Colleen and their twins, Jack and Katie.

“I’m grateful for the outstanding support we’ve earned during the exploratory phase of this campaign — including from Governors Inslee and Gregoire, as well as unions statewide, Planned Parenthood, Pro-Choice Washington, small businesses, local Democratic Party organizations, and thousands of individuals throughout the state,” Ferguson said. 
“As Governor, I’ll take on tough challenges with bold leadership and policies that center the people of Washington. I’m excited for the months ahead as we continue building our grassroots campaign.”
Ferguson campaign information:

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Armed robber pursued into Shoreline Saturday morning

White car driven by suspects was stopped by Snohomish county police on 5th NE at NE 145th in Shoreline early Saturday morning. Photo by Bruce Miller

By Diane Hettrick

Armed robbers struck the Quil Ceda Creek Casino on Tulalip tribal lands in Marysville, Washington early Saturday morning, September 9, 2023.

They fled south on I-5. They were spotted in south Everett by Snohomish County Sheriff's Office deputies who pursued them down I-5 to 145th in Shoreline, where they exited the freeway and turned east.

At least four police departments were involved in the manhunt.
Photo by Bruce Miller

The pursuit was joined by officers from Mountlake Terrace, who recognized the suspect description as being involved in a similar, recent case there, as well as one in Edmonds.

The suspects turned north onto 5th NE and were stopped by Snohomish police performing a PIT maneuver where the car is hit on the side near the rear wheel, causing it to spin to the side and the driver to lose control.

A male passenger was taken into custody at the scene, but the driver ran.

King County police responded from Shoreline and Kenmore

Police blocked the streets near where the suspects were stopped and patrolled the wider area.
Photo by Bruce Miller

Seattle Police responded and helped to block the streets - 5th and 8th, and the 145th overpass 

Officers searched backyards on foot. K9 units assisted. Neighbors report police activity on Meridian as well as in backyards as far north as 155th.

In the end, the suspect eluded police.

However he has been identified.

Tulalip Tribal Police have jurisdiction.


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Destinations: Watercolor society 83rd International Open Exhibition on Camano Island beginning October 14, 2023

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Doll Forest Fantasy

Just a short scenic drive north of Shoreline, Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park on Camano Island is hosting Northwest Watercolor Society's 83rd International Open Exhibition beginning Oct 14, 2023.

A great way to spend a lovely fall afternoon and see high quality watermedia art from around the world. The public is also invited to the awards reception on Oct 28th, 2:30 to 5:00pm.

Exceptional Quality Watermedia Paintings from Around the World Chosen
for NWWS 83rd International Open Exhibition
In-person Gallery Show Oct 14 – Nov 12, 2023
Awards reception Oct 28, 2023

Juror Stan Kurth has picked 75 watermedia paintings out of 395 submitted for the Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS) 83rd International Open Exhibition. 

The exceptional quality paintings from around the world will be on display for public viewing at Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park on Camano Island, Washington, October 14 through November 12, 2023. More information and directions here

Award winning artist and signature member of the National Watercolor Society and other societies, Kurth found the task of choosing just 75 pieces daunting. 

“There were many quality paintings not accepted,” he said. The artwork entered represents 34 US states and 10 countries. Those accepted include a wonderful variety of styles and subjects. He goes on to encourage those not accepted to continue their good work and paint from the soul.

The artists’ awards reception is October 28, 2023 2:30 to 5:00pm Pacific Time at the Matzke Gallery. 

Kurth will hand out over $13,000 total in cash and merchandise. Top cash awards are first place $2,000, second $1,300, third $850, and the Purchase Award $1,000. 

“The exhibition venue is a short scenic drive north of Seattle and a perfect place to see some fine quality watermedia paintings,” exhibition chair Molly LeMaster adds. 
“Bring the family and friends and meet the artists. Light refreshments will be served. I can’t think of a better way to spend a lovely fall afternoon. All are invited.”

As part of the 83rd International Open Exhibition, Kurth will instruct 22 participants October 23 – 26, 2023 in a hands-on workshop at ArtWorks in Edmonds, Washington

Online registration is open at www.nwws.org. Costs for the four-day workshop for NWWS members is $450 and $525 for non-members. Stan is teaching his intuitive process and reinforcing artists to trust their own creativity.

More information about NWWS and the 83rd International Open Exhibition HERE


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