Food Drive November 18, 2023 to benefit Shoreline Hopelink

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Take donations to the Richmond Beach Congregational UCC 

Join us in feeding our community by donating food Saturday November 18, 2023 from 11am -1pm.

Donations will be collected in the upper church parking lot of Richmond Beach Congregational Church, 1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline WA 98177.

All donations gratefully accepted with particular requests for:
  • Canned fish
  • Shelf stable milk
  • Baby formula
  • Rice (esp jasmine, basmati)
  • Tortillas (wheat or corn)
  • Tomato sauce and paste

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The Tooth Fairy Experience is back with a new storybook and lesson plan on the importance of Feeding Your Smile

The Tooth Fairy visits a classroom

The Tooth Fairy Experience – a free dental health education program for kids -- is back for the new school year with a new storybook and lesson plan titled Feeding Your Smile which is focused on the connection between nutrition, healthy active lifestyles and your child’s oral health. 

The lessons are available for K-2 teachers and school nurses for free download, as well as through in-person or virtual visits from a team of tooth fairies.

The Feeding Your Smile worksheets and presentations engage students and encourage them to remember how drinking tap water, avoiding sugary drinks and candy, and eating vegetables and fruits can help your smile and overall health. 

The downloadable materials include video introductions, class discussion ideas, questions to reinforce learning concepts and additional facts about dental health beyond the lesson plan topics. Through the Tooth Fairy-led presentations students play games, test their knowledge and listen to a Tooth Fairy read the latest storybook.

“Programs like The Tooth Fairy Experience are great ways to get children excited about taking care of their oral health. This latest module helps children understand that their favorite sports and activities contribute to keeping their growing bodies and their teeth healthy,” said Kyle Dosch, DDS, Delta Dental of Washington’s dental director and member dentist. 
“Children also learn how to make healthy food and beverage choices on their own, giving them a sense of ownership over their health.”

Washington based children’s book author and illustrator Kelly Rae Bahr wrote “Smile Scouts: A Tooth Fairy Tale” which was released this summer. 

The storybook helps children learn how what you eat and drink affects your teeth, how staying active can help support your oral health and overall health, and why protecting your teeth with a mouthguard when playing sports such as soccer, lacrosse and ice hockey can prevent permanent damage your teeth. 

The storybook is available to all students who participate in either a teacher-led or tooth fairy-led presentation in a hard copy and to everyone via E-reader on The Tooth Fairy Experience website.

This is the third lesson plan created for The Tooth Fairy Experience by Delta Dental, joining Caring for Your Smile and Baby Teeth Matter. All three modules are offered at no cost to teachers and school nurses in the state of Washington. 

From its launch in 2019, as part of Delta Dental’s vision for a cavity-free Washington, the Tooth Fairy program aims to improve dental health habits at an early age, reduce the incidence of tooth decay and increase the number of kids who regularly visit the dentist.

Children who experience tooth decay are more likely to miss school, have lower academic success and have an increased risk for lifelong dental problems. Over time, poor oral health can increase systemic inflammation, which may limit growth and development and increase the risk of adverse health outcomes, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Each Tooth Fairy Experience presentation – offered both in-person and virtually – lasts approximately 30 minutes and provides valuable knowledge about how kids can take better care of their smiles. 

The presentations, led by the Tooth Fairy, include fun smile facts, a dental-themed storybook reading (also offered via a free downloadable video with ASL interpretation), and hands-on educational activities focused on healthy brushing and flossing habits, the importance of young teeth, good nutrition and healthy lifestyles. 

Each child also receives a free dental health kit, including a toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, lip balm, and a two-minute timer to help kids remember to brush for two minutes twice daily and a copy of the Tooth Fairy storybook.

The Tooth Fairy Experience was developed by Delta Dental of Washington in partnership with Arcora Foundation, School Nurse Organization of Washington, and Washington State Dental Association – and is endorsed by the Washington Homeschool Organization. All materials have been dentist, teacher, school nurse, and child reviewed.

The Tooth Fairy isn’t just a helping hand for educators. For parents looking for fun ways to teach kids about caring for their smiles, The Tooth Fairy Experience website provides helpful year-round resources, including a dental tips blog, child dental health activity sheets for home use, a quarterly Grin n Grow e-newsletter, and Tooth Fairy letters for children.

For more information from Delta Dental of Washington, visit its blog and learn more about the Delta Dental of Washington Tooth Fairy’s dental education program.

Delta Dental of Washington is the state’s leading dental benefit provider, covering nearly 3 million people in Washington state and nationally. As the only not-for-profit carrier dedicated to improving oral health in Washington, 

Delta Dental plays a vital role extending access to care for the underserved and vulnerable populations by funding the Arcora Foundation, as well as through corporate philanthropy, and oral health advocacy – to ensure all people enjoy good oral health and overall health.


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Explore Future Building Projects with Local School Districts

Monday, November 6, 2023


Explore Future Building Projects with Local School Districts

Join Us!

Local, minority, women, small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned businesses are invited to learn about Public Works processes and how they may participate in learning environment projects for our students.

Looking to Hire
  • Small contractors for small works projects
  • Subcontractors for GC/CM project delivery
  • Designers and subcontractors for progressive design-build project delivery
When
Thursday, December 14, 2023
1 - 3:00pm

Where
Edmonds School District Office
20420 68th Ave. W
Lynnwood, WA 98036


RSVP at: bit.ly/BuildingProjectsRSVP

Presented by:
  • Edmonds School District
  • Everett Public Schools
  • Lake Washington School District
  • Mukilteo School District
  • Northshore School District
  • Shoreline Public Schools

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Trivia Night at the Senior Activity Center Friday November 17, 2023


Join us at the Senior Activity Center for TRIVIA NIGHT

written and hosted by real Jeopardy! Champion 
Leah and Sally of Head in the Clouds Trivia.

Trivia nights are a blend of question-and-answer rounds, interactive puzzles, and audio/visual fun.

There will be prizes

Friday, November 17, 2023
Doors open at 6:30pm
Games from 7pm to 9pm

21 and over. Snacks and drinks for sale.

Tickets are $10 each individual or you can register a team/table of 6 for $60.


Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center


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Catered Thanksgiving Dinners from Navi’s Catering Kitchen at the Nile

Turkey dinner from Navi's Catering Kitchen at the Nile

You may not be aware but many restaurants and some grocery stores will cater Thanksgiving dinners. Check with your favorite but be aware that they have deadlines and require advance notice.

Here's one you might not be aware of.

Catered Thanksgiving Dinners from Navi’s Catering Kitchen at the Nile: A Stress-Free Feast"

Thanksgiving Day is a time for gratitude and delicious food, but not everyone wants to spend hours cooking and cleaning up.

Navi’s Catering Kitchen is stepping in to provide a stress-free solution. With a variety of customizable menu options, convenience, culinary expertise, and reduced cleanup, they make it easy for families to savor a delightful Thanksgiving feast. 

Consider the convenience and expertise of NCK this Thanksgiving, so you can focus on what truly matters – quality time with loved ones and gratitude.

Just click the website link and then you can order your Thanksgiving Dinner hot and ready to eat


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HomeTechHacker: How Voice Assistants Can Simplify Your Life

By Marlon Buchanan

Voice assistants like Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa have become an integral part of our daily lives. They have evolved into sophisticated digital companions that can simplify various aspects of our daily routines. 


In this article, we will explore the ways in which voice assistants can streamline tasks, enhance productivity, and bring convenience to our lives.

Hands-Free Convenience

One of the most significant benefits of voice assistants is their hands-free operation. 

By using just your voice, you can accomplish tasks without the need to physically interact with devices. 

Whether you're cooking in the kitchen, driving, or simply relaxing on the couch, voice assistants allow you to access information, control smart home devices, and perform various tasks effortlessly.

Home Automation and Smart Devices

Voice assistants have become the most popular smart home hubs, offering seamless integration with a wide range of smart devices. 

Through voice commands, you can control smart lighting, adjust thermostats, lock doors, play music, and even order groceries. 

This level of home automation not only adds convenience but also enhances energy efficiency and security, making your home life simpler and more comfortable.

Hands-free in the car
Personal Task Management

Voice assistants excel in helping you manage your schedule and daily tasks efficiently. You can set reminders, create to-do lists, schedule appointments, and even check your calendar with a simple voice command. 

By keeping track of your commitments and obligations, voice assistants ensure you stay organized and on top of your responsibilities, reducing stress and improving productivity.

Hands-Free Communication

Voice assistants enable hands-free communication, making it safer and more convenient to stay connected with friends, family, and colleagues. 

You can make hands-free phone calls, send text messages, and even dictate emails, allowing you to maintain communication while on the go or when your hands are occupied. 

We use our voice assistants as an intercom system to notify family members that food is ready, someone is at the door, and many other messages.

Voice-Activated Entertainment

Voice assistants have transformed the way we consume entertainment. Whether you want to listen to your favorite music, play a specific song, or ask for movie recommendations, voice commands provide quick access to a vast array of entertainment options.

Homepod
Access to Information

Voice assistants serve as your virtual information resource. By asking questions aloud, you can get instant answers to queries about current events, weather forecasts, general knowledge, and more. 

The ability to access information hands-free fosters curiosity and continuous learning, making it easier to stay informed about the world around you.

Language Translation and Learning

Voice assistants with language translation capabilities have become invaluable for travelers and language enthusiasts. 

These assistants can quickly translate phrases and sentences into various languages, helping you communicate more effectively in foreign countries or during international encounters. 

Moreover, you can use voice assistants to practice language learning, improving pronunciation and vocabulary through interactive exercises.

Voice assistants have undoubtedly become an indispensable part of modern life, simplifying daily routines, and enhancing productivity. By providing hands-free convenience, seamless integration with smart devices, efficient task management, and access to a wealth of information, voice assistants have transformed the way we interact with technology and the world around us. 

As artificial intelligence continues to advance, we can expect voice assistants to become even more capable, further enriching our lives and simplifying tasks in ways we can only imagine.

Marlon Buchanan, HomeTechHacker
Marlon Buchanan is a best-selling author, IT Director, and founder of HomeTechHacker.com, a website with free resources to help you make the most of your home technology. 

If you have questions or comments about this article you can contact Marlon through his website or on Twitter.

See previous HomeTechHacker columns here.


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Lake Forest Park Police Report - 10-26-2023

Lake Forest Park Police Department
Notable incidents 10-26-2023
  • Officers responded to a local apartment complex for a disturbance involving a firearm. One tenant was having a birthday party for their child when another tenant showed up with a firearm displayed on his belt. The tenant demanded the party quiet down, and if they did not, he would return and shoot them. Officers responded and were met with hostility from several other residents complaining about the police presence. Officers eventually were able to get the scene under control despite uninvolved subjects who were openly hostile and verbally abusive towards officers.
  • Officers were dispatched to a party complaint at a residence being used as an Air B/B. Multiple juveniles ran from officers and hid inside the residence. Officers were able to contact the parents of several juveniles via license plate information on vehicles parked in the driveway.
  • Officers located a subject living in his vehicle parked in front of Albertsons. The officer explained to the subject that the property owner prohibited overnight camping on mall property. The vehicle displayed license tabs that did not belong on the vehicle. The subject argued with the officer before eventually leaving the area.
  • Officers were dispatched to Albertsons for a trespass. Officers contacted the subject, who was obviously under the influence of narcotics. The subject admitted to the officer he had, in fact, been using narcotics. The officer provided the subject with a courtesy ride to Fred Meyer on Lake City Way.
  • Officers responded to four stolen, and eventually recovered, vehicles and one stolen, eventually recovered electric bike. Officers spoke with KCSO and Bothell PD officers and determined there was an active vehicle theft group in our and surrounding areas.
  • Officers responded to a fraud report. The victim reported they gave remote access to their computer to a member of the “Geek Squad”. The victim discovered unauthorized use of her banking and credit card accounts which overdrew both accounts by several hundred dollars.
  • Officers responded to a vehicle vs. tree collision. Upon arrival, officers discovered the owner of the vehicle had been working under it when it started to roll. The victim was dragged approximately 20 feet before the vehicle was stopped by the tree. Officers responded to a family disturbance called in by the adult son of the homeowners. The son was upset about the toilet not being flushed. The subject is well known to officers and has made multiple threats to shoot police. The subject complied with the officer’s directions, and the situation was settled without further incident. The homeowners requested and were given information on the eviction process and Navigator contact information.
  • Officers assisted KCSO with a naked subject who had run from them at Hamlin Park.
  • Officers responded to Swirl for a theft complaint. The employee reported a group of approximately males of about 15-years-old had been coming in, getting yogurt, and then leaving without paying. They indicated this happened over 20 times, and they now wanted the juveniles trespassed. The subjects fled the area prior to police arrival.
  • Officers were dispatched to a one vehicle traffic collision. Upon arrival, they determined the driver was intoxicated. The subject was arrested and processed for DUI.
  • Officers were dispatched to a vehicle vs pedestrian collision on SR522. It was determined that the pedestrian crossed in the middle of the roadway, stepping directly into the path of an oncoming vehicle. The pedestrian was transported to Harborview Medical Center with head injuries.
Other LFP police reports can be found here.

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Rainfall fills Boeing Creek

 
Photo by John Slomnicki

In July we published photos and an article about the progress to refurbish Boeing Creek after the dam was removed and the artificial lake "Hidden Lake" drained away.

All that was left was a large flattish area and the creek that they were rechanneling through the area.

Work progresses on Hidden Lake and Boeing Creek

Photo by John Slomnicki
The lakebed was replanted and the grasses have grown.

The recent rainstorm on Saturday turned Boeing Creek into a genuine creek instead of a muddy ditch. Not sure if it will last but it's quite beautiful now.

--Diane Hettrick


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Sam Scott Holiday Studio openings

Nationally recognized Shoreline ceramic artist, Sam Scott, will be opening his studio for his 2023 Holiday Studio Show.

He will be setting up appointments for individual visits, instead of a two day general opening.

  • One hour appointments will be available for Monday, November 13 through Sunday, November 19, 2023.
  • One hour appointments will be available from 12 - 5pm each day. Exceptions can be made.

He will have lots of work available, close to 900 pieces!

To set up an appointment or if you have any questions, contact Sam at cheerspots@yahoo.com, go to his website www.samscottpottery.com or call 206-542-1944.



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Raise Some Dough for Environmental Rotary Club November 12, 2023 at Mod Pizza in Lake Forest Park

We’re excited to invite you to our fundraising campaign in partnership with MOD Pizza. Please support us on Sunday, November 12, 2023 (all day), and they will donate 25% of your order, by simply mentioning our name “the Environmental Rotary Club of Puget Sound “


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Scene Over the Sound: Sikorsky HH-60J Jayhawk helicopter

Photo by Jan Hansen

Coast Guard Sikorsky HH-60J Jayhawk helicopter 6015 flew past this afternoon.

Jack Ryan helicopter courtesy www.Helis.com

When I looked up the number, I learned that this helicopter was used in 2018 on Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan first episode pilot (Prime). I'm star struck. 

--Jan Hansen


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Seattle City Light 2024 rate increases

Seattle City Light will increases rates effective January 1, 2024. In addition to the planned 4.5% base rate increase adopted by the Seattle City Council last fall, they will apply two automatic surcharges: 

  • A 1% “passthrough” increase for higher costs from the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) in 2024.
  • A 4% Rate Stabilization Account (RSA) surcharge due to increased net wholesale power costs resulting from unfavorable weather and market price conditions.

Seattle City Light aims to provide stable, predictable rates that allow them to deliver sustainable, reliable, and affordable service. Under typical hydro and weather conditions, City Light’s owned and contracted resources produce more power than our residential and business customers can use, and the surplus is sold on the wholesale market. 

The revenues from surplus electricity sales help to keep customer rates low. When there are fluctuations in this revenue, the utility accesses the Rate Stabilization Account (RSA), a cash reserve of approximately $100 million. The RSA stabilizes rates by buffering the financial impacts of uncontrollable external factors like weather, wholesale market prices and hydroelectric production.

Over the past year, drought conditions reduced our hydroelectric generation while colder winter and warmer summer weather caused greater electricity demand regionwide. 

For City Light, customer demand exceeded the supply from their predominantly hydroelectric resources. 

To close this gap, they had to purchase supplemental power on the wholesale market at a time of very high prices, exceeding budgeted costs and drawing down the RSA. Per Seattle Municipal Code 21.49.086, if the RSA becomes depleted, a temporary rate surcharge is automatically added to customer bills to replenish it. RSA surcharges remain in place until the RSA is refilled to $100 million.

2024 customer rate impacts by class

The below table shows the combined impacts of the base rate increase, BPA passthrough, and RSA surcharge by customer class. Network rate increases are lower than for Non-Network due to cost of service adjustments that are a part of the base rate increase (the original average 4.5%). The BPA passthrough and RSA surcharge are applied the same way to all customer classes.


The bill increase for a typical residential customer will be about $9 per month ($18 per bimonthly billing cycle). Customers enrolled in the Utility Discount Program (UDP) will see an estimated $4 monthly increase on average.

City Light has flexible payment plans available to all customers. For income-eligible residential customers, we have bill assistance programs available, including emergency bill assistance and the Utility Discount Program. 

While City Light continues to offer electricity rates lower than many cities in the country, we understand increases are never good news. The $70 million deficit in the RSA is significant and we are aggressively seeking ways to replenish the RSA to its required $100 million threshold and remove the surcharge as soon as possible while continuing to deliver safe, reliable and environmentally responsible power.

See the October 12 SCL Powerlines blog post for more information or call customer service at 206-684-3000.


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Green Shoreline Day December 2 - volunteer at your favorite park


Save the Date: December 2, and events beforehand, too

Invest in our City’s future by volunteering to do ecological restoration in Shoreline!

Green Shoreline Day is December 2, 2023 in parks throughout the City. 

You don't have to wait! In preparation for the big day, there are opportunities to get parks ready. 




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Shoreline Rotary to hold a shopping spree for children in need

As they have in previous years, Shoreline Rotary will be sponsoring a Shopping Spree for children in need on Saturday, December 2, 2023. 

They are asking for Rotary volunteers to chaperone children invited to this event.

Rotarians will meet at Meridian Park Elementary School on the corner of 175th and Meridian Avenue at 7:00am on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

Children participating in the event will arrive at 7:15am and the bus will leave for the J.C. Penney store at Alderwood Mall. The bus should arrive by 7:45am, at which time they will be paired with a volunteer to help them select winter clothing. 

The store will open at 8:00am and the students will shop until 9:30am, at which time they will once again board a bus and head to a McDonalds where they will have breakfast. 

From 10:30 to 11:00am, the children will get back on the bus and head back to Meridian Park Elementary, arriving at about 11:15-11:30am where their parents will be waiting to pick them up and take them back home.

Rotary members can contact Harley O'Neil to sign up as volunteers.


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Shorecrest and Shorewood take 1st and 2nd at WIAA 3A Swimming District finals

Shorewood District 2nd Place Team
(L-R) Coach Jeremy Hunter, Malaina Mirrabueno, Paulina Hoff, Daniel Buchholz, Addy Falkin, Brooke Anderson, Emily Lin, Vivian Foral, Maggie Norberg and Coach Shelly Kuntz

Shorecrest and Shorewood swimming teams competed at the WIAA 3A District championship Friday and Saturday, November 3-4, 2023 at the Snohomish Aquatic Center in Snohomish WA.

Since the Shoreline Pool was demolished, both teams have been renting local private pools. This season both were able to schedule the outdoor pool at the Innis Arden Clubhouse in Shoreline.

Fortunately for them, they finished their regular season before the weather broke.

At the District finals, Shorecrest came in first and Shorewood second:

District results Team scores:
  1. Shorecrest (392)
  2. Shorewood (291)
  3. Edmonds-Woodway (271)
  4. Snohomish (259)
  5. Stanwood (168)
  6. Mountlake Terrace (151)
  7. Marysville Getchell (136)
  8. Monroe (125)
  9. Oak Harbor (103)
  10. Meadowdale (79)
  11. Cascade (78)
  12. Marysville Pilchuck (60)
  13. Lynnwood (59)
  14. Mount Vernon (36)
  15. Everett (35)
  16. Ferndale (25)
2nd place 400 meter relay
(L-R) Daniel Buchholz. Vivian Foral, Emily Lin, Brooke Anderson

In the race of the night, the Shorewood 400 meter relay team almost edged out the #1 seed and were thrilled with their second place finish.

Both Shorewood and Shorecrest move on to the state competition next Friday and Saturday, November 10-11, 2023 at the King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way WA.

Correction: Vivian Foral's name has been corrected

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Shorewood High School’s girls varsity soccer team win 3A District 1 Championship, advance to State


Shorewood high school’s girls varsity soccer team put on a sterling performance last Saturday night in crisp, cool conditions at the 3A District 1 playoff final match of the league postseason soccer tournament. They wrapped up the WesCo 3A league title on October 24, 2023 with a record of 15-0-0, qualified as the #1 seed for the District playoffs, with the top RPI ranking in the league.

In the quarter-final, they faced #8 seed Snohomish at Shoreline Stadium, in a tighter than expected contest. The Panthers had adapted by playing a midfield six zone formation to great effect, with the score tied 1-1 at the half. 

In the second half, the Stormrays responded with their aces #13 forward and #7 striker to break the midfield trap and seal the win, 3-1. 

The semi-final was a tilt against the #4 seed Mountlake Terrace, again with the home-field advantage. The Hawks deployed tight man marking with a dedicated sweeper to stave off the Stormrays, but the strike force of #7 and #13 broke through with sharp-shooting to triumph, 3-0. (see previous article)

This earned them the right to face the #2 seed, arch-rivals Shorecrest (12-3-0) in the 3A District 1 Championship Final on Saturday, November 4th. This titanic clash was destined to happen, as Scots were the WesCo 3A runner-up that had relentlessly pursued them throughout the regular season title race.


Shoreline had been soaked by torrential rain all day, but shortly before kickoff, the clouds parted, leaving a typical clear but chilly Fall evening. The stage was set for another chapter in the saga of high-stakes local derbies between friends, neighbors, even families. There was a definite excitement mixed with tension in the air, an expectant electricity, anticipating a contest where anything could happen. 

The Scots mustered a high press with aggressive marking, tenaciously pursuing and fighting for every ball. The Stormrays stuck to their tactics of quick passing, zig-zagging from sideline to sideline, mesmerizing and beguiling opposing defenders. 

One such thrust resulted in an unfortunate handball infraction against Shorecrest in the box, mandating an automatic penalty-kick. Could Shorewood take advantage of this stroke of luck, with barely a quarter of the game elapsed? 

Up stepped center-back #11, usually tasked to stop goals rather than scoring goals, with the pressure of expectation, that the goalkeeper would be unlikely to save the kick. With short strides, using accuracy rather than power, she coolly slots the ball into the right bottom corner of the net, 1-0.

The Scots, rather than being deflated, were spurred into an even more determined frenzy, hurling themselves forward with attacks down the wings and crosses into the box. Within minutes, a quick strike redirects a fast pass into the six-yard box, past the outstretched keeper for the equalizer, or was it? 

In a second unfortunate turn, the Shorecrest goal was waved off due to offside. Undaunted, the Scots responded by clogging the midfield, and denying the Stormrays their intricate passing lanes. They continued to launch salvos of long balls to bypass the stout Shorewood defense, and ended the half with high energy, with the Stormrays seemingly on their heels and clinging to a slender lead.

The match resumes with Shorecrest’s tall central defenders holding the quad back line, with three mids and three forwards, an attacking posture to go for broke rather than adopt a defensive crouch. The match flowed back and forth with end-to-end action, but slowly, by the middle of the second half, the Scots’ press was beginning to falter, and Stormrays were beginning to wrest control. 

Midfield maestro, #10, surrounded by four defenders, in a fit of hubris, feints to the right, into a sliver of space outside the eighteen-yard box, and while falling backwards, lashed a wicked shot to the left beyond the diving goalie, 2-0. 

Shorewood then piled on the pressure, to stamp out the insolent upstarts that dared to despoil their magical tour de force. Within minutes, Stormrays force a corner, and from the set-piece, lethal center-forward, #7 soars high like a majestic bird of prey and thunders home a powerful header, 3-0. At that point, Shorecrest shoulders visibly slump, the match was effectively over, and Shorewood subs in the bench players to close out the game.

As the whistle blows for full time, pandemonium ensues, as they lay claim to the title of 3A District 1 Champions. 

Shorewood gets their Senior redemption, where as Juniors, one year ago in 2022, in the same District Final, against the same opponent, they had lost a final heartbreaker. Can they top it with the trifecta of a 3A Soccer State Championship as well? 

That chapter remains to be written, as they attempt to do what was last done by their predecessors 24 years ago, in 1999. The State Tournament begins November 7/8 and ends November 18.

EPILOGUE: Both Shorewood and Shorecrest (WesCo League) have qualified for the 3A State Tournament as the #2 and #9 seeds. Two other teams representing District 1 are Ferndale and Oak Harbor (Northwest Conference), the #11 and #13 seeds. (see previous article from beginning of season)

Shorewood’s JV team finished the season with a respectable record of 5-4-2, finishing 8th in the league table, slightly overshadowed by their undefeated 13-0-0 Shorecrest JV counterparts, topping the table (see previous article). The scene is set for yet another epic showdown in the future.

--TCA

Shorewood varsity girls soccer team
Shorewood team (alphabetical order)

Maggie Alonzo, McKenna Andersen, Evan Bachler, Alivia Berry, Madeleine Brouillard, Harper Emanuel, AnaLeah Gonzalez, Avery Hogle, Reese Johnson, Frankie Lara, Abbey Lee, Alia Lowden, Jasmine Lumbera, Maggie Mauney, Paige Petschl, Sophie Schindler, Amelia Severn, Ky Smith, Marieka Staheli, Diana Tuilevuka, Scarlett VonGunten.


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Time to VOTE

Sunday, November 5, 2023


It's Time to Vote! Election Day is November 7

November 7 is Election Day! You can return your ballot to a drop box until 8pm on Election Day. (Not one minute after or your vote will not be counted).

Drop boxes are located at 
  • LFP City Hall in Town Center - intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way NE
  • Shoreline Library - 345 NE 175th St
  • Shoreline Park n Ride - 192nd and Aurora
  • Lake City Library - 12501 28th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125
  • Kenmore City Hall - 68th Ave
If you mail back your ballot, it must be postmarked by November 7, so it is recommended to mail it immediately.

Kenmore City Hall has a drop box outside and a Vote Center inside

The Kenmore Vote Center at City Hall will be open to 
  • register new voters, 
  • update current voter records, 
  • obtain a voter registration card, and 
  • provide assistance to voters who need help completing their ballot. 
Trained staff and specialized equipment are available to help voters with disabilities cast a private, independent ballot.

Kenmore Vote Center address and hours:


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Presentation on Shoreline Comp Plan at The Blakely at Echo Lake on Thursday November 9, 2023

More information here and here

A presentation regarding the City of Shoreline 2024-2044 Comprehensive Plan will be held at The Blakely at Echo Lake on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 4pm.

The facilitators of the meeting will be:
  • Elise Keim, Senior Planner at the City of Shoreline
  • Frana Milano, Senior Associate, at Stepherson and Associates, an outreach organization appointed by the City of Shoreline
  • Syd Frederickson, Community Director, at The Blakely at Echo Lake
  • Nataline Chew, tenant, at The Blakely at Echo Lake
The Blakely at Echo Lake is part of the South Echo Lake complex, 1140 N 192nd St, Shoreline, WA 98133.


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Bothell Community Resource Fair Saturday November 18, 2023

The King County Library System (KCLS) will host their next Community Resource Fair at the Bothell Library on November 18, 2023.
 
Bothell Community Resource Fair
Saturday, November 18, 2023
1:30-4:30pm
Bothell Library 18215 98th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011, 425-486-7811

Connect with local human services providers and learn about resources for mental health, housing, food, healthcare, financial assistance and more.

Light refreshments provided while supplies last.

In partnership with the City of Bothell.

Participating agencies include 
  • Assurance Wireless, 
  • Brazilian Community Services, 
  • Center for Human Services, 
  • Chinese Information and Services Center,
  • Consejo Counseling, 
  • Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County, 
  • HealthPoint, 
  • Hopelink, 
  • Northshore School District, 
  • Northshore Senior Center.

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Pacific Northwest Needle Arts Guild (PNNAG) Annual Handmade Sale

WHAT: Pacific Northwest Needle Arts Guild Annual Handmade Sale

WHEN: 
  • Friday 11/17 
  • Saturday 11/18
  • Friday 12/1 
  • Saturday 12/2
  • Friday 12/8 
  • Saturday 12/9
TIME: 10 AM - 4 PM each day

WHERE:
Good Shepherd Center
4649 Sunnyside Ave N #120 (Downstairs)
Seattle, WA 98103

DESCRIPTION:
Annual holiday sale featuring treasures handmade by members of Pacific Northwest Needle Arts Guild. Reasonable prices on gifts for you and your friends, including mittens, hats, stuffed toys, jewelry, quilted pieces, baby items and more. Parking available.

The event is in Wallingford, a short drive from Shoreline, parking is available, and we have several members in Shoreline/LFP and nearby.


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Discounted tickets to an Everett Silvertips hockey game benefit Disabled American Veterans

The Everett Silvertips are hosting the Department of Washington Disabled American Veterans for a fundraiser on Veterans Day, November 11, 2023. The Silvertips play at the Angel of the Winds arena in Everett, Washington.

This is the first time these two organizations have collaborated and we need to make sure it’s not the last! 

This link offers discounted tickets and up to $5 of each ticket goes to the DAV to help fund their service officer training, van program, jobs, and outreach. 

Please forward the link and help us sell the 100 tickets we need to bring this back next year!

Learn more or donate online at DAV.org.

--Cali Mullins, Commander, Department of Washington


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Sew Thoughtful Sews Backpacks

Cedar Valley Grange
The Clothing and Textile Advisors invite community members who sew to join them to sew backpacks for Cocoon House.

Cocoon House is located in Everett. They provide housing for 40 residents, teens through 24 years and an outreach program making available basic resources to street youth.

They also meet the needs of young people in their drop-in center. The backpacks help the youth manage their possessions.

We will meet from 10am to 2pm at the Cedar Valley Grange in Lynnwood20526 52nd Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036 on Friday. November 17, 2023.

Kits will be provided. Bring your sewing machine and accessories, lunch and beverage.


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Research paper by Shoreline chiropractor published in Journal of Clinical Medicine

Dr. Tim C. Norton
Dr. Tim C. Norton is the owner and clinic director for Health Chiropractic and Massage in Shoreline. 

He is an Instructor for and Advanced Certified in the Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP) Technique. 

He is the 2023 recipient of the CBP Non-profit Researcher of the Year Award. 

He is a past president of the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, sits on the Board of Directors for CBP Nonprofit Research group, and is a member of the Washington State Chiropractic Association and the International Chiropractic Associations.

Dr. Norton's latest research paper was recently published in JCM (Journal of Clinical Medicine, a Q1 Journal, top 25% impact factor for all journals in its field.

Positive Outcomes Following Cervical Acceleration-Deceleration (CAD) Injury Using Chiropractic BioPhysics® Methods: A Pre-Auto Injury and Post-Auto Injury Case Series. Norton, T.C.; Oakley, P.A.; Haas, J.W.; Harrison, D.E. P. J. Clin. Med. 2023, 12, 6414.

"CBP methods including extension traction restored the cervical lordosis and reduced symptoms in MVC-injured patients.

"Cervical extension traction, as used in a multimodal cervical spinal rehabilitation protocol, has established repeatability when used in the treatment of multiple cervical spine disorders, including cervical myofascial pain syndrome, cervicogenic dizziness, cervical radiculopathies, and neck pains [20]. 

"Indeed, relief of symptoms was shown to occur after an average of 12–18° lordosis correction over 5–15 weeks [20]. Interestingly, the amount of structural change in these various clinical trials was close to what has been reported in dozens of cervical case reports.

"Finally, since it has been shown that whiplash patients demonstrate increased forward head posture and worse sensorimotor control [41], and since these treatment methods can improve structural alignment and neurological measures, the similarity of CBP case reporting to the repeatability of the clinical trial data supports these methods as a potentially useful treatment for cervical hypolordosis or kyphosis after whiplash. 

"It is our hope to create awareness that a validated, reliable and preexisting treatment protocol could prove to be an effective treatment for this unique population.”



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Scene on the Sound: Our favorite aircraft carrier sails by again


Photo by Jan Hansen
The Nimitz passes west Shoreline on its way out of town.

Photo by Jan Hansen
Aircraft carrier complete with aircraft on deck.

"It's not a ship unless you can land an airplane on it. The rest are just boats."


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Vendor spaces available at Mountlake Terrace High School Bazaar December 2, 2023

The Mountlake Terrace High School Bazaar is back and is still accepting applications for vendors. 

The Holiday Bazaar will be held on Saturday December 2, 2023. Set up time for vendors will start at 7:30am. Tables are provided. 

All proceeds go to supporting Mountlake Terrace High School students. 

The link for vendors to sign up is below. Looking forward to seeing you there!

2023 HOLIDAY BAZAAR REQUEST FORM

Mountlake Terrace High School, 21801 44th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace WA 98043




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Sculptors workshop pottery sale today in Edmonds

Saturday, November 4, 2023


SCULPTORS WORKSHOP POTTERY SALE

Saturday November 4, 2023

Room 210 and 211

Saturday from 10 - 4

Over 25 artists will be selling unique decorative and functional pottery. Everything from mugs, plates, bowls, platters, vases to garden art and sculptural pieces will be available for sale. Come meet the artists and find one of a kind hand made pieces perfect for gifts.

The artists are members of The Sculptors Workshop which has been in existence since 1967 and located at the Anderson Center at 700 Main Street in Edmonds.

Visit our studios and see where the art is created.

For more information visit the Sculptors Workshop’s Facebook page, or contact us at 425-774-8282


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Sacred Seeds Ethnobotanical Trail at Bastyr University Gardens

Bastyr's Sacred Seeds Trail
Photo courtesy Bastyr University

The Sacred Seeds Ethnobotanical Trail at Bastyr University is part of an international network of Sacred Seed gardens created to address the rapid loss of biodiversity and plant cultural knowledge. 

The vision is to build collaborative gardens all over the world that act as “living libraries” and seed banks for local ethnomedicine plants — bringing together botanists, indigenous peoples, herbalists and schools. 

Visit the website to print and take along your own self lead learning maps for all ages, such as the Plant Quest scavenger hunt map, or explore the trail virtually from home. 

The Sacred Seeds Trail is open to the public, so everyone can enjoy this special outdoor treasure in Kenmore!

Bastyr University 14500 Juanita Drive NE, Kenmore WA 98028


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Donate blood at Lake Forest Park Town Center on Saturday, November 18, 2023

Giving blood is a simple way to express gratitude for your own good health and know you’re taking action to help a local patient facing a serious medical condition. 

Schedule an appointment today to help make sure we all have a healthy year together. 

Make it a celebration – of hope, community, and the power we all have to save a life. 

Please consider donating at the Lake Forest Park Town Center on November 18, 2023. 

Make an appointment here or call 1-800-398-7888.

As an added bonus, those who give blood in November can enter for a chance to win tickets for two and a meet and greet with Macklemore at Climate Pledge Arena in December (21st or 22nd). More information here


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Virtual Eastside-CHADD group to hear from attorney about "Steps to the IEP Process"


Eastside-CHADD will meet virtually on Thursday, November 16, 2023 from 7 to 8:30pm: "Steps to the IEP Process" - Nicholle Mineiro, Attorney

Steps to the IEP Process

This presentation will cover what an IEP is, the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan, how to refer a student for an IEP, and the evaluation and eligibility process. Special considerations for students with ADHD will be covered.

Education attorney Nicholle Mineiro, M.Ed., has devoted her practice to securing the rights of students with disabilities. 

She zealously advocates for children and youth rights in court, and guides families to obtain improved special education services. 

Ms. Mineiro also serves the community working towards education public policy and legislative reform in Washington state, as well as training attorneys, parents and community members to advocate for children and youth. 

She is the president of Attorneys for Education Rights, and is a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates. She is licensed to practice in the U.S. Supreme Court, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Western District of Washington, and graduated from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles.

Join Eastside CHADD for priority enrollment

To join Eastside CHADD for priority enrollment for this and future presentations, go to our JOIN EASTSIDE CHADD page. Your membership helps to support Eastside CHADD to bring you important knowledge about best practices in the field of ADHD.

To register, please email info@eastside-chadd.org and include the following information:
  1. Put the word IEP in the subject line.
  2. Your first and last name
  3. Your Eastside CHADD membership number
  4. Email address to receive the ZOOM link (If it's different from the one you used to send the email)
  5. Telephone number so we can contact you in the event of changes to the scheduled event
We encourage you to invite your pediatricians, educational staff, and therapists to attend this important meeting.

If you need to cancel your reservation, please notify us immediately (at info@Eastside-CHADD.org) so that your space can be given to another person.

Please note that this presentation will not be recorded, so please join us 10 minutes before 7pm to learn about how to access this support for your children and your students.


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