Make your next vacation an adventure

Monday, October 23, 2023


By Michelle Glass; Vice President of Travel Services at AAA Washington

Does your bucket list include travel? Chances are, there’s an adventure travel experience on your list. You just might not know it.

From cooking classes in Sri Lanka to guided walks through the markets of Morocco, adventure travel tours take many forms. This is a different way of thinking about travel—a new way to connect with people, places and cultures.

Adventure travel tours emphasize small groups plus hands-on cultural experiences. There’s a wide range of activity levels and an even more comprehensive range of activities. It’s an authentic way to live like a local, actively engage with the communities you visit and get off the beaten path.

There are so many reasons to add adventure travel to your bucket list:Adventure travel is for everyone. Think adventure travel is only for athletes? Think again. Adventure travel is for everyone. People of all ages, fitness levels, and families with kids will find great options. Each tour is designed with an activity level in mind.
  • Adventure travel supports local businesses, producers and artists. If you have a passion for supporting local businesses, adventure travel is a must. Itineraries emphasize connecting with artisans and makers, shopping local, eating at family-owned restaurants and meeting the people who call the community home. Local experts and guides will accompany you on your tour, offering fresh perspectives on food, culture and much more.
  • Adventure tours are great for solo travelers. Tours are a great option for solo travelers who don’t necessarily want to go it alone. You’ll be part of a micro-community of adventurers who share a passion for the destination and trying new things. You’ll also have time to explore on your own. A big plus is that you’ll travel with local guides who can offer expert tips for each step of the tour, making solo travel a breeze.
  • Adventure travel is great for foodies. If you have a passion for cooking, adventure travel is for you. On a foodie adventure tour, you can take a deep dive into a region’s culinary delights with a side order of storytelling and family recipes. Learn to cook from local chefs, meet farmers and producers, and challenge yourself with new cooking methods. There are so many foodie destinations, including Spain, South Korea, Thailand, Israel, India, Turkey, Vietnam, Cambodia, Morocco, Portugal, Greece, Jordan, Italy, The Balkans, and Armenia. As the saying goes, the world is your oyster (and you can enjoy some on an adventure travel tour).
  • Adventure travel tours can be close to home. Some of the most beautiful and inspiring adventure travel destinations are right here in the U.S.A. You’ll find tours in every corner of the country. Imagine hiking Utah’s Coyote Gulch, snowshoeing in Yosemite, learning about Georgia’s Gullah Geechee heritage, or exploring Olympic National Park. No matter where you point your compass, you’ll find an adventure travel experience.
Adventure travel is calling.

Inspired? There’s still time to book an adventure travel tour this fall or winter. Visit Cairo, Luxor, Petra and Amman on an Egypt and Jordan discovery trip; join a women’s expedition in Nepal; experience cliffside villages, sunshine, clear waters and delicious seafood on a Sicilian adventure; or take a deep dive into the sacred heart of Australia’s Red Centre on the Uluru and Kings Canyon adventure. These tours are just a sampling of where you can go with adventure tours.

Ready to travel?

Check out Club Adventures by AAA for experiences in every corner of the world, then connect with a AAA Travel advisor to plan what promises to be an epic vacation

--Brought to you by AAA located in Lynnwood


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Scene Over the Sound

Photo by Jan Hansen

From Microsoft Bing:

The Boeing ecoDemonstrator 10 is a program that aims to test and evaluate new technologies that can improve the environmental performance and safety of aviation. 

The program involves two aircraft: a Boeing 777-200ER and a Boeing 737 MAX 10. Both aircraft are equipped with various sensors and instruments to measure the effects of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), engine design, and navigation on emissions, contrails, and fuel efficiency.

The Boeing 777-200ER is the latest ecoDemonstrator aircraft that will test 19 projects in collaboration with NASA, FAA, GE Aerospace, and DLR. 

The aircraft will fly in September and October 2023 from Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington. Some of the projects include testing a new low-emission combustor for the GE90 engine, measuring the impact of SAF on contrail formation and climate, and evaluating a new wing coating that can reduce drag and fuel consumption.

The latest ecoDemonstrator is a Boeing-owned 777-200ER that will test 30 new technologies aimed at improving sustainability and safety for the aerospace industry, including a water conservation system and technologies to improve operational efficiency.


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Reminder: get dinner from Lake Forest Bar and Grill tonight to support Rotary work to end polio

The Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park and the Lake Forest Grill in the LFP Town Center are joining together today Tuesday, October 24, 2023 to host an “End Polio Now” fundraising event.

The Lake Forest Grill is generously offering to give 20% of proceeds to the Rotary International End Polio Now campaign from 5pm to Close on that evening. Take-out orders will also be included.

There is still a huge need to reach children in countries suffering from the effects of Covid and political unrest. Getting the vaccine to areas in Pakistan and Afghanistan is difficult and support is very much needed.

If you have any questions, please contact Claire Conway at cconway91@comcast.net otherwise dine in or take out from the Grill to help end Polio.

Menu here (scroll to Dinner)  Phone: (206) 364-1261

updated with menu and phone 


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Tom French Candidate for Mayor of Lake Forest Park

Tom French and family
Greetings all.

I am Tom French, candidate for Mayor of LFP. I am an active Councilmember, now serving as Deputy Mayor, Council Chair, and Chair of Budget Committee. I am a lifelong community member and supporter of our schools, now raising my young daughter here.

For years, I have been a leader advocating for our community, environment, and quality of life. When Town Center faced active proposals for 700-1000 housing units, threatening LFP’s community hub and small businesses, I listened to you and took action. 

I spearheaded and established a moratorium for that development. The result was a balanced plan instead, preserving our community and green spaces while allowing reasonable density.

I’ve advocated for other successful environmental efforts, including conservation of our tree canopy and streams, and facilitated funding for our new lakefront park. 

I managed LFP finances through the turbulent pandemic period, channeling federal funds to community partners/businesses. 

I am a passionate advocate for sidewalks and pedestrian safety. I am currently overseeing efforts for lower SR522 speed limits and challenging Sound Transit to listen and downscale their massive concrete and asphalt designs.

I want to step up and provide fresh, active leadership as your Mayor. It’s time for a change, as LFP faces new challenges: equity and tolerance, affordable housing, climate action, transit development, public safety, and fiscal stability.

I will be a leader who reaches out to you, listens to you, and takes meaningful action for our community and quality of life. I will be a leader with skill and vision, dedicated to positioning LFP for the future that my daughter and your children will see.

I’m endorsed by King County and 1st District Democrats, LFP community leaders, current and former council members, and many neighbors. Please vote for me by November 7.

Sincerely,
Tom French

www.electtomfrench.com
electtomfrench@gmail.com


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Rainbow Girls Community Trunk or Treat and Food Drive for Hopelink - Sunday

Don't forget to pack up your ghosts, monsters, superheroes, princesses, pirates, and dinosaurs and visit the Rainbow Girls 3rd Annual Community Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 1 to 3pm.

It will be held in the Windermere ~ Shoreline parking lot. 900 N 185th Street.

It's free fun, games, prizes, and trick or treating for the whole family including your dog!

Most importantly it's a food drive/collection for Shoreline Hopelink.

In addition to food please consider hygiene items: toothbrushes, tooth paste, soap, shampoo, razors, deodorant. Paper items: paper towel, toilet paper, zip lock bags. We'll also take monetary donations at our trunk entitled, "Feed the Kraken for Hopelink." 

Let's make the lives of our neighbors better!

Please check out our amazing array of sponsors and supporters. Their generous contributions have made this "spooktacular" event possible!

For any updates and to learn more about Richmond Highlands Rainbow Girls visit our Facebook page.


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Local roofing company gifts new roof to Shoreline family

Before and After
Shoreline, WA - Valentine Roofing is committed to excellence in being a top-performing roofing company as well as a committed member of the local community. 

Since 2018, Valentine Roofing has been gifting local families with new roofing systems through the company’s community program: the Peace of Mind program. 

Most recently, the company demonstrated its commitment to the community and the spirit of service by providing the Dorcas family with a brand-new roof and gutter system completely free of charge.

Gary Dorcas, a beloved member of the local community, has faced significant health-related challenges. These challenges limited Gary’s ability to work throughout the years. 

The household needs began to compound when the roof sprung a leak and then another, until the family found themselves on constant bucket watch with every rain.

The leaking roof led to wall damage
The leaking roof led to drywall and ceiling damage along with mold growth in areas of the home.

Despite Gary’s health challenges and the family's limited resources, he has remained unwavering in his dedication to helping others and mentoring community youth through various programs. 

His compassionate support of his friends and fellow church members inspired his peers in the Bible Study group, Men of Valor, to nominate Gary and his family for a new roof.

Moved by Gary's story and the heartfelt nominations, Valentine Roofing selected Gary and his family to receive a brand-new PVC roof in Charcoal Gray. 

In addition to the new roof, Valentine Roofing provided a range of other services, including skylight replacements, ceiling drywall repairs, and the installation of new gutter and downspout systems. 

Upon finding out that Gary was an avid Seattle Mariners fan the company also donated the family a game night package that included tickets and parking passes for the family. These services and gifts go beyond ensuring the safety and comfort of the family. They gave the family back peace of mind and a sense of pride in their home

"At Valentine Roofing, we take immense pride in being an active member of our local community. 
Gary Dorcas' story is a testament to the community spirit and is in line with our own mission to serve and care for our neighbors. 
"We are honored to provide the Dorcas family with a new roof and essential services," said Maureen Clifford, Marketing Manager at Valentine Roofing.

Valentine Roofing extends its heartfelt appreciation to everyone involved in this endeavor, especially the Dorcas family and the Valor Bible Study group, whose nominations made this act of kindness possible. 

The company would also like to extend a special thank you to all the partners whose generous donations made this project possible: Flex PVC Roofing Systems, Owens Corning, Beacon Building Products, NW Dumpster, and Service Partners. 

This project is a reminder of the positive impact that local businesses can have when they come together to support their community.

Learn more about this project and nominate someone in need of a new roof today 

Valentine Roofing is a trusted roofing company serving the Pacific Northwest with excellence in roofing solutions. 

With a commitment to quality craftsmanship, exceptional customer service, and innovative roofing technologies, Valentine Roofing has earned recognition as the Best Roofing Company of 2023 by The Seattle Times Best of the PNW contest. 

With over 15 years of experience, Valentine Roofing is the go-to choice for all roofing needs in the region.


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Shorewood sends six to District 1 tennis tournament

WesCo South singles champion JD Drake
By Coach Arnie Moreno

The Shorewood boys tennis team had an outstanding WesCo South tennis tournament. The team won two of the top four awards in singles and doubles. 

Leading the way was junior JD Drake, winning the singles championship, and doubles team junior Peter Kosten and sophomore Xander Gordon winning the doubles championship. 

Also, Shorewood's freshman, Sebastian Sanchez, earned third place in singles and the doubles team of sophomores Riley Boyd and Eli Sheffield placed second, losing in the doubles final to teammates, Kosten and Gordon.
 
The highlight match of the tournament was a three-set battle between Shorewood's Drake and Edmonds-Woodway's Nalu Akiona for the singles championship. 

After losing the first set, Drake regained momentum with a strong overall court game and earned a hard-fought victory. The match featured long rallies, momentum shifts, powerful serves and great shot making from both players.

Shorewood team, L-R: Xander Gordon, Peter Kosten, JD Drake, Coach Arnie Moreno, Sebastian Sanchez, Eli Sheffield, Riley Boyd

Shorewood will send all six to this week's (October 24th and 25th) WIAA District 1 tennis tournament in Snohomish. Matches start at 11am on Tuesday and Wednesday. The District match schedule may be adjusted depending on the weather conditions.

WESCO 3A SOUTH TOURNAMENT
At Edmonds-Woodway H.S.

Singles

Final (both to districts)
  • JD Drake (Shorewood) def. Nalu Akiona (Edmonds-Woodway) 3-6, 6-4, 6-4.
Consolation round
  • Sebastian Sanchez (Shorewood) def. Arman Mkrtychev (Edmonds-Woodway) 6-2, 6-0; 
  • Nathan Kim (Cascade) def. Sohum Vohra (Shorecrest) 6-1, 6-2.
Sebastian Sanchez hitting a groundstroke

Third/fourth-place match (both to districts)
  • Sanchez def. Kim 6-2, 6-2.
Fifth/sixth-place match (winner to districts)
  • Mkrtychev def. Vohra 6-1, 6-0.
Doubles

Final (both to districts)
  • Xander Gordon-Peter Kosten (Shorewood) def. Eli Sheffield-Riley Boyd (Shorewood) 6-3, 61.
Consolation round
  • Indigo Vining-Haakon Jakobsen (Shorecrest) def. Nick Blas-Ty Vanderpoel (Meadowdale) 6-0, 6-4;
  • Thomas Mahoney-Ben Browne (Edmonds-Woodway) def. Jude Wilcox-Nico Menanno (Edmonds-Woodway) 4-6, 6-4, 6-4.
Third/fourth-place match (both to districts)
  • Vining-Jakobsen def. Mahoney-Browne 6-2, 6-4.
Fifth/sixth-place match (winner to districts)
  • Wilcox-Menanno def. Blas-Vanderpoel 6-1, 7-5.

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Online Open House for NE 130th St Infill Sound Transit Station now live; in person session Tuesday

Aerial view of location of 130th Infill Station
Photo courtesy Sound Transit

In-person open house also available on October 24 from 5-7pm at Lake City Library
An online open house is now available to learn more about the NE 130th Street Infill Station serving Sound Transit’s Lynnwood Link Extension. The station will provide additional service to North Seattle residents once complete.

The online open house provides information about the construction of station finishes, streetscapes, and roadway improvements over the next two and a half years. Visitors to the site can also learn more about what to expect as Sound Transit prepares for the station to open in mid-2026. The Lynnwood Link Extension, connecting light rail from Northgate to Lynnwood City Center Station, is scheduled to open for service in fall 2024.

In addition to the online open house, Sound Transit is hosting a live pre-construction open house on October 24, 2023 from 5-7pm. The session will be held at the Lake City Library Meeting Room, located at 12501 28th Ave. NE, Seattle WA 98215.

The open house event is an opportunity for neighbors and community members to meet the construction team, learn about the project, understand the schedule and ask questions.

In 2016, voters approved the addition of a light rail station to the Lynnwood Link Extension at NE 130th St. by 2031. In February 2020, the Sound Transit Board authorized staff to complete final design of the station, and in summer 2022 the Board approved additional budget and contract changes for the accelerated delivery of the NE 130th St. Infill Station.

This decision advanced the opening of the new station to mid-2026, revised from the original 2031 opening date.

The infill station will serve a growing residential neighborhood between the Northgate and Shoreline South/148th stations and will be built along the existing Lynnwood Link Extension. Once complete in mid-2026, Sound Transit estimates that the NE 130th Street Infill Station will support approximately 3,400 daily boardings with access to Westlake Station in 15 minutes and SeaTac/Airport Station in 53 minutes.

The link for the online open house is here


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Gloria's Insects: Harmonious Honeybees...

Saturday, October 21, 2023

Photo copyright Gloria Z. Nagler

(I often witness this scenario in the community garden. Bees working on the same blossom without obvious conflict, and apparently without fear of one another; they cooperate both inside and outside the hive.

Photo copyright Gloria Z. Nagler

We could learn something from them, doncha think?)

--Gloria Z. Nagler


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Shoreline Historical Museum annual meeting November 4, 2023 at Sheridan Market and Roadhouse

The Shoreline Historical Museum is very excited to announce our 49th Annual Meeting on Saturday November 4, 2023 from 1pm-3pm!

Join us at the Sheridan Market and Roadhouse, 15348 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155, to learn about all the great things our Museum community has accomplished and hear Dan Larson's presentation "Tales of Tuberculosis".

The event will be in person and available to stream, please visit our website for the Zoom link.

Parking is limited and we encourage people to carpool. You can find a parking map here

Light refreshments will be provided as well as food and drinks for purchase.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Screwdriver



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Shoreline Small Biz Expo set for October 25, 2023 at Shoreline City Hall


SHORELINE, Wash.—Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to a small business resource fair from 1 to 5pm, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N.

Participants will have access to multiple services and resources, including community business advisors and lenders, women and minority-owned business certification, licenses and permits, employer resources, market research and more. Professional services include bookkeeping, insurance, commercial real estate, financial planning, employee benefits, training, and more.

Featured participants include the Business Impact Northwest, WA State Employment Security Department WorkSource, Envirostars, King County Library, WA State Labor and Industries, NE Seattle Tool Library, ORIA, and Shoreline Community College Workforce.

Business sponsors available for consultations include Benefits Solutions NW, Heritage Bank, Seattle Conflict Resolution, True North Professional Development, Edward Jones, State Farm Insurance, Windermere, Upkeeping Bookkeeping.

The event is being organized by the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the City of Shoreline, the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Seattle Metro Chamber Community Business Connector Program, Lake City Collective.

Interpretation services will be available in Amharic, Korean and Spanish.

Cultural guest: Filipiniana Arts and Culture.


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CROTONS: Not the latest Marvel Universe Nemesis but one of the boldest and brightest plants around


By Doug Cerretti

Croton (Codiaeum variegatum) also called garden croton have some of the boldest and brightest colorful foliage you will see in a house plant. Foliage is often vividly marked bright yellow, orange, red, white, pink, purple and even black.


It was described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753. It is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia and the western Pacific Ocean islands, growing in open forests and scrub.


This example clearly shows these striking colors; the bright green of young leaves growing into black large, thick, leathery leaves. As these leaves age a contrasting bright red coloration appear in the veins. These pictures were taken just before the croton was taken into the house until next spring as they do best between 60 to 85ÂşF.

Plants by Diane Cerretti, photos by Doug Cerretti


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Lake City Walgreen's to close; so far no other drug store closures nearby

We still have our Bartells (although this is a generic photo)
Rite Aid, which owns Bartell's, has declared bankruptcy, which appears to be a good thing as it keeps the corporation afloat while they figure out their finances.

Figuring out their finances includes closing stores. 

So far, our nearby stores have escaped, including the Bartells at Gateway Plaza at 185th and Aurora; Lake City at 125th and Lake City Way; Westgate in Edmonds.

None of the Rite Aid closures have hit us either.

Now word comes of a Walgreen's closing in Lake City (143rd and Lake City Way) which feels a little too close for comfort. There have been no national stories about financial problems with the chain, so this one was a surprise.

A reader has reminded me that the Rite Aid in the Ranch 99 shopping center at 228th and Hwy 99 closed last month. There has been a drug store at that location for decades. Their customers have been referred to the Westgate Bartells in Edmonds.

Time to go buy your Halloween candy - we need to keep our local stores thriving!

--Diane Hettrick

Updated 10/22/2023

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Seattle Wind Symphony returns to Shorewood PAC in November


Seattle Wind Symphony returns to Shorewood PAC in November for the second concert of our 2023-2024 season.

This program features works for wind band inspired by nature  (Lincolnshire Posy by Percy Grainger, Sunrise by Ben Pelandini, Lake Superior Suite by Cait Nishimura, and more). 

We are excited to feature Shannon Spicciati, professor of oboe at UW, on L'horloge de Flore by Jean Françaix in the program.

Nature's Path
November 18, 2023 at 7:30 pm
Shorewood Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Tickets: General $25 and $10 Student


 

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Halloween Decor: Did you hear something outside?

Photo by Pam Cross

Near N 195th and Linden.

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Op-Ed: It’s time for the Shoreline School Board to engage more with the community


School board meeting April 2023 when the Board proposed cuts to music and sports
Photo by Tanner Phillips

By Maris Abelson

Now that the distrust and acrimony from last spring’s school district budget negotiations have died down, it would be great to make some positive changes going forward:

1) Convene a year-round budget advisory committee.

Many school districts have these financial committees, made up of stakeholders from the district. Budget advisory committees (or financial advisory committees) foster collaboration, mutual respect, trust, and problem-solving. 

When such a committee meets regularly, there are more eyes on the district’s finances and fewer surprises when the next year’s budget is created. 

The Northshore School District’s Financial Advisory Committee, for example, has open meetings and minutes, and discusses upcoming budget concerns well in advance of budget negotiations.

2) Offer real back-and-forth interactions with the community.

Many members of the current school board ran years ago on offering more communication with the community. Unfortunately, there have been no regular coffees, forums, or town halls with the community during the year. 

Last spring, a series of town halls were held regarding the budget cuts. It would be great to continue that practice, with general-topic town halls throughout the year, so board members could engage with community members. 

This form of communication, rather than the brief, unanswered comment period provided at Board meetings, and emails to the Board (which often don’t result in a response), would enhance the rapport with constituents, and help to resolve problems as they arise.

Regular, anonymous, multilingual surveys of the student body and their families could really provide insight into the needs of constituents. Having a general comment section on surveys would also bring unexpected concerns to light.

Aggregating the responses and sharing them with the public would help create a feedback loop to keep families engaged. The Edmonds School District offers regular online surveys to students and the community throughout the year, which helps inform Board policymaking.

3) Exit surveys of families who unenroll would help to understand the main causes of attrition.

Demographic data is very useful, but giving families the opportunity to provide reasons for unenrolling their children is valuable because it is direct feedback from constituents. This should be provided as an option for families who leave our district.

In conclusion, a strong community is one where there is space for dialogue and public input. There is so much good will and energy in the Shoreline District. Let’s put it to good use by providing opportunities for more community engagement.


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You need to know this: Do not remove campaign signs

It's campaign season, which means campaign signs are sprouting up around the City. 

This is a reminder that under RCW 29A.84.040, it is illegal to remove lawfully placed campaign signs. 

Removal without authorization is considered a misdemeanor. 

Regardless of your views of a candidate or an issue, do not remove campaign signs from private or public property.
 
If you believe a sign is improperly placed in the public right-of-way, contact the City's Customer Response Team at 206-801-2700.
 
Campaigns must receive permission from private property owners before placing a sign on private property.


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2022 Park Bond Projects: Construction to begin at Ridgecrest Park

Architect's drawing of draft design for Ridgecrest Park

After years of planning, construction is set to begin on the first of the 2022 Park Bond Projects. 

Next week, mobilization of equipment will begin at Ridgecrest Park with construction beginning the week of October 30, 2023. Ridgecrest Park is located at 108 NE 161st St, Shoreline, WA 98155

During construction, the park will be closed. The City of Shoreline anticipates completing the improvements to Ridgecrest Park by next spring.

Improvements to Ridgecrest Park will include a new, all-ages play area with slides built into embankments, accessible walkways, and an off-leash dog area.

For more information and to see an image of the park improvements design, visit the 2022 Parks Bond webpage.


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Spooky Songs of the Sea Halloween Concert Saturday October 28, 2023

Spooky Songs of the Sea Halloween Concert at the Couth Buzzard in Greenwood.

William Pint and Felicia Dale are Seattle based folksingers who specialize in songs of the sea and their repertoire is seemingly endless.

For their Halloween Concert they pull from their nautical repertoire for ghostly sailors, haunted ships, cursed crews — plus some of their long time favorites of the season, "and a number of songs we've never played before a live audience! (talk about scary!)"

Saturday, October 28, 2023, 7:30pm at The Couth Buzzard bookstore 8310 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103, 206-436-2960

The Couth Buzzard is a bookstore / cafe, like a smaller and scruffier version of Third Place Books and Third Place Commons combined. You will need to go very early - the store is in the main business street of Greenwood and it will take a while to find parking on side streets. 

They'll have coffee for sale but may not have food late in the evening - the menu looks good, though.

The performance space is also small and when it fills up, they set up chairs down the aisle. You can hear but not see.

But I'm an old folkie and I love Pint and Dale and the music they keep alive through their performances.

--Diane Hettrick

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Knock down your brick walls with the help of Sno-Isle Genealogical Society

Sno-Isle Genealogical Society is offering researchers another opportunity to get help with their "brick wall" problems.


To make a reservation call 425-775-6267 to leave a message. 

Your call will be returned later to confirm your appointment. 

Margaret Summitt is an experienced researcher who can direct your research efforts. 

The free 40 minute session is an "in person" appointment. If the four sessions are filled you will be placed on a waiting list for the next "brick wall" day.


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Spooky Fortune Teller is watching you navigate that traffic circle

Photo by Patricia Hale

In the Ridgecrest Neighborhood there is a spooky Fortune Teller overseeing your ability to successfully navigate your way around a traffic circle. 

Are you willing to take a chance?

Enter at your own risk.


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Shorewood Girls Soccer wins WesCo League title

Top row (l-r) JV Coach Nicolette Bender, Evan Bachler, Maggie Alonzo, Diana Tuilevuka, Madeleine Brouillard, Alivia Berry, Varsity Coach Brooke Pingrey
Middle (l-r) Reese Johnson, Amelia Severn, Marieka Staheli, Paige Petschl, Sophie Schindler, Abbey Lee, AnaLeah Gonzalez, Ky Smith
Front (l-r) McKenna Anderson, Scarlett VonGunten, Alia Lowden, Maggie Mauney, Jasmine Lumbera; Not Pictured: SW AD Joann Fukuma, Frankie Lara

Shorewood High School’s girls varsity soccer team put on a sparkling performance last Thursday night in balmy conditions in the penultimate Wesco 3A league match of the season. 

The first-place 13-0 Stormrays faced the third-place 10-2-1 Mountlake Terrace Hawks with places in the District 1 playoffs at stake. The Hawks came in with a reputation of Giant Killers, having defeated Archbishop Murphy, Cedarcrest, and Shorecrest, hoping to spoil the Stormrays’ dream season.

In a game punctuated by brief drizzles of threatening precipitation, the weather held off to allow the players to display their skills. 

In the first twenty minutes, Stormrays would prod and probe, and Hawks would counterattack with intent. 

The Terrace defense resolutely held off the dangerous Shorewood attacks, but Stormrays patiently switched the ball from left to right and left again while advancing forward. Star attacking midfielder, #10, carried the ball from the halfway line into the box, burst clear through a desperate tackle, and laced an unstoppable shot past the keeper for the breakthrough, 1-0. 

Midway through the first half, the Stormrays seized the momentum and redoubled their offensive pressure. Star striker, #7, received the ball on the right flank, dribbled left, leaving defenders in her wake, and unleashed a rocket for a 2-0 lead. 

The Hawks were reeling, the Stormrays engaged the press and swarmed the Terrace goal, the ball bobbling around the six-yard box until #10 loops the ball over the goalie’s flailing hands for her brace, making it 3-0 just before the half.

The match felt over in the second half, but Terrace was not giving up, launching waves of counter-attacks while fending off Shorewood’s half-hearted offense. 

The Stormrays’ junior keeper, #1, had to come out of her first half slumber to pull off several superb agile saves to keep the shutout and snuff out any possible comeback. Midway through the second half, #10 drove to the eighteen-yard box, sensed an opening, curled a precision top left strike beyond the keeper’s reach for her hattrick, and the coup de grace, 4-0. 

The Hawks launched one more last-gasp foray that hit the right post, and the clean sheet was safe, much to the satisfaction of the Shorewood goalie, #1. 

The match ended and the Stormrays maintained their perfect record, heading into an almighty clash in the final match of the season against the second-place 12-1-0 crosstown rivals Shorecrest with the league title at stake.

NEWSFLASH: The Shorecrest Scots did not cooperate with the script and unexpectedly lost to the Arlington Eagles, 0-1, handing the title to Shorewood Stormrays, the 2023 Wesco 3A Champions! 

The District 1 Championship is up next, with RPI and seedings (and qualification) for State still to be earned.

--TCA  

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LFP Police handing out free vehicle locks to residents with Kia or Hyundais

Friday, October 20, 2023

Free locks for LFP owners of Kia and Hyundais
Photo courtesy LFP PD

The Lake Forest Park Police Department is teaming up with Mercer Island PD to distribute free vehicle locks to Kia and Hyundai owners. 

There has been a significant increase in vehicle thefts which includes Kia and Hyundai model years 2011 - 2022. 

Limited number of vehicle locks for LFP owners of Kia and Hyundai vehicles
Photo courtesy LFP PD

If you are a resident of LFP and have one of these vehicles, come by the Lake Forest Park Police Department in City Hall and pick up a free lock.

There is a limited number available so distribution is on a first come, first served basis. Please contact us at 206-364-8216 if you have any questions.


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Calendar Girls at the Phoenix Theatre starts with a laugh that doesn't really stop

The Calendar Girls in their tai chi class
By Kindle Carpp

If you don’t like to laugh please avoid this play. Calendar Girls starts off with a laugh that doesn’t really stop. The humor has great timing and great energy. It has a thread of a sad story that leads to some touching moments.

Tim Firth’s hilarious play is based on the true story of eleven Women's Institute members who famously posed nude for a calendar to raise money for the Leukemia Research Fund in 1999 after the husband of a member dies of the disease.

Director Renee Gilbert said, “Eleven women decided to laugh in the face of traditional propriety and do what they felt needed to be done in order to help overcome grief. And now their laughter is passed onto us.” 

There was a fun use of props to allow the actors to be “nude” on stage.

The ensemble cast and their comedic timing made this lighthearted comedy easy to watch. I especially enjoyed Melanie Calderwood’s subtle physical comedy in her portrayal of the doddering Ruth. And Ingrid Sanai Buron made Marie unlikable in the most authentic kind of way.

I particularly took notice of the costumes by Elizabeth Shipman. It was a subtle use of color in a neutral colored set. They felt like an expression of each character.

Calendar Girls runs through Sunday, October 29, 2023,
  • Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
  • Sundays at 2pm
Adults $25.00
Seniors 55+/Students/US Military and Veterans $20.00

Run Time: 100 Minutes with a 15-minute intermission

Appropriate for viewers 13 and up with parental guidance suggested and implied nudity.

By Tim Firth, directed by Renee Gilbert.

Cast: Nicola Amos, Ingrid Sanai Buron, Melanie Calderwood. Erin Carter, Susan Connors, Jeannine Early, Erin Hobbs. James Lyle, James Lynch, Keith Remon, Melanie Workhoven, Cody Wyatt.
 
Set Design: Craig Marshall; Renee Gilbert; Susan Connors. Costume Design: Elizabeth Shipman; Stage Manager: Amanda Costinett

The Phoenix Theatre
9673 Firdale Avenue, Edmonds, WA 98020 (in Firdale Village)
206-533-2000

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The Ladies of the Phoenix Theatre create their own calendar as a fundraiser

The calendar is for sale as a fundraiser for the theatre and the leukemia society

Calendar Girls tells the inspiring true story of a group of 11 older women who made a calendar to raise money for Leukemia research after one of their member’s husbands passed away from the disease. The play is currently running at The Phoenix Theatre in Firdale Village, Edmonds. (See review)

The Ladies of the Phoenix Theatre were looking for a way to make more than just great theatre this Fall, so they decided to put their considerable talents on display and posed for a cheeky 2024 calendar.

Proceeds from the calendar fundraiser will help support the Phoenix Theatre’s upcoming 16th season and half of the profits raised will go straight to the Seattle Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

“The Calendar is a celebration of every shape and size, and of life!” Says Melanie Calderwood, the Phoenix Theatre’s Artistic Director: a cancer survivor and lifelong cancer-care nurse. 
“We try to find ways to use laughter to help heal and we contribute to cancer-fighting causes whenever we can, so this was a perfect match.” 
”Plus,” she added, “We try not to take ourselves too seriously.”

In the past the Phoenix Theatre has donated to the American Cancer Society and presently offers free tickets to cancer patients throughout their season with no hoops to jump through via their Laughter is the Best Medicine initiative.

Both tickets for the show Calendar Girls and the PG-13, 2024 wall calendars are available for adults to purchase online at www.tptedmonds.org

The play, running through Sunday, October 29, 2023 in Edmonds, is appropriate for viewers 13 and up with parental guidance suggested and implied nudity.


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Halloween movie at Local 104 Thursday October 26, 2023 and Halloween triple feature October 31

 The Rocky Horror Picture Show

"I would like, if I may, to take you on a strange journey"

NEXT Thursday 10/26 is Movie Night at The Local 104 and we're very excited to be showing The Rocky Horror Picture Show!

There will be movie inspired menu specials and communal seating on the back patio. The movie starts at 6:30pm. Get here early to find a spot and get to know your fellow movie enthusiasts.

5 Year Anniversary Party on Halloween

Come celebrate our 5 Year Anniversary with us on Halloween! Make a reservation or join us for the party out on the back patio. 


What to expect: food and drink specials including malted candy bar ice cream (iykyk), costume contests for the kiddos and the adults, a photo booth, and spooky movies playing all night! 

The triple feature will start at 4pm showing:
  1. It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
  2. The Nightmare Before Christmas
  3. Young Frankenstein


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Halloween Decor around 195th and Linden


Photo by Pam Cross

More effective than a No Solicitors sign


Photo by Pam Cross

Scaring grown-ups from playhouse

Photo by Pam Cross

Cleverly hidden Halloween cat did not appreciate being seen


 

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Shorecrest Volleyball vs. Arlington

Girls varsity volleyball
10-19-2023
Shorecrest 3, Arlington 0

Stat Leaders:

Arlington: 
  • Kills: Melissa Hadley 7, Emma Armes 4
  • Assists: Aubrey Marsh 7, Grace Armes 6
  • Digs: Aubrey Marsh 12
Shorecrest:
  • Kills: Ava Watson 8, Violet Burchak 7
  • Assists: Violet Burchak 24
  • Digs: Lexi Paule 9, Ally Johnson 8
  • Aces: Violet Burchak 2
  • Blocks: Violet Burchak 4 
Coach Robyn Williams


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Nile Shriners 13th Annual Haunted House

 
13 Years of Fear - Nile Shriners 13th Annual Haunted House


Details at website NileNightmares.com

Free Off site parking available Fridays and Saturdays!

We will shuttle you to the Haunted House and back from the nearby Mountlake Terrace Transit Center parking lot from 7:30 to 11:30pm (last shuttle leaves the Nile at 11:30pm)

Nile Nightmares Off Site Parking:


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Tsunami warning to sound on Thursday October 19, 2023 as part of the Great Washington ShakeOut drill

Thursday, October 19, 2023


On Thursday October 19, 2023 at approximately 10:19am, all 120+ coastal #tsunami sirens will sound, with the "Wail" sound, as part of the Great Washington #ShakeOut drill.

This is a test so you know what they'll actually sound like an an emergency.

The question here is whether you will hear anything at all. There is an emergency siren in Hamlin Park. In the last drill most people couldn't hear it and those who did were just puzzled.

This is also the time to look around your environment and find the safest place to be in an earthquake. Stay away from windows, and things in your house that could fall on you. Grab your phone in case you need to call for help.. 

In the office beware of desk drawers and file cabinets. In the Nisqually quake the file drawers and desk drawers in my workplace were slamming open and closed. The frames that hold acoustic tiles can twist, allowing the light fixtures to fall and swing by their cords. 

Anything hanging - plants, light fixtures - may be swinging back and forth.

How close are you to sea level? An upthrust quake on the floor of Puget Sound would create a local tsunami that would swamp areas like Lake Forest Park Town Center, Sheridan Beach, downtown Kenmore.

Washington Emergency Services is still telling people to get under a desk. Ok if it's a heavy metal or wood desk but anything flimsier can collapse on you. As I recall, the information after the last quake was that it was safer to be next to the desk rather than under it.

Just think, people in other parts of the U.S. deal with multiple hurricanes every year. We just have the occasional earthquake and volcanic eruption.

--Diane Hettrick

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Fun with Pandas - a family activity at Shoreline Community College



Join Shoreline Community College’s Chinese scholar and instructor, Fei Ke this Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 10am to noon for a fun interactive workshop on campus. 

Learn about pandas and make an origami panda with supplies provided by the college.

Fei KE is a senior lecturer with Sichuan University of China and is here at Shoreline Community College to teach on a joint educational initiative, offering a non-credit Chinese language and related cultural class  for the college and to support Chinese cultural activities for the International Education Department. 

$5.00 for the community and FREE for Shoreline CC students and staff 

Register here


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Election information from League of Women Voters

Election Day is coming up. 

If you have an interest in Snohomish County (Woodway, Bothell) visit the League of Women Voters of Snohomish County website: lwvsnoho.org. The League recorded forums with candidates in both the primary and general elections. You can access video and audio podcasts from those forums and hear from candidates in over 40 local races.

For all candidates, not just Sno county, visit VOTE411.org - the League’s online voter guide that is unbiased, relevant, and easy to use. 
  • See What's On Your Ballot
  • Check Your Voter Registration
  • Find Your Polling Place
  • Discover Upcoming Debates In Your Area
  • And Much More!
Election day is November 7. Voters can register by mail, online – or in person up to and including Election Day. For more information, visit VOTEWA.gov

Be an informed Voter – and vote!

The League of Women Voters was founded in 1920, the same year women won the vote. For 100 years, they have been a nonpartisan, activist, grassroots organization that believes voters should play a critical role in democracy. 


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