Correction: AXON demonstration in Lake Forest Park is not a public event

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

AXON will demonstrate available technology
to local police departments
Correction: A previous news story announced an AXON technology demonstration in Lake Forest Park on May 23, 2024. 

The demonstration is not designed for the public, as the article stated.

AXON representatives will show their current technology to local police departments.

LFP Police already use AXON body cameras.



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2024 postage stamps mark the 50th anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons

Dungeons & Dragons stamps 2024

This stamp release marks the 50th anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons, described by its owners as the World’s Greatest Role-playing Game, that has become a cultural phenomenon. 

By inviting participants to imagine themselves as wizards, warriors and other adventurers in exciting and treacherous fantasy worlds, Dungeons & Dragons opened doors to whole new universes of creativity for generations of players. 

The pane of 20 stamps features 10 different designs that highlight characters, creatures and encounters familiar to players of the game. Greg Breeding, an art director for USPS, designed the stamps and pane with existing illustrations.


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Office of the Secretary of State certifies candidates for August 6 Primary - with 28 candidates for Governor

OLYMPIA — The Office of the Secretary of State certified candidates for Washington’s August 6, 2024 Primary election Tuesday in the Legislative Building. 

More than 1,000 people filed as candidates for federal, state, judicial, legislative, county, and other offices online, by mail, and in person. Candidates were certified for distribution to county elections offices by Assistant Secretary of State Kevin McMahan.

Individual offices which drew the most candidate filings include the Washington state governor, with 28, and Charter Review Commission — District No. 2 in Whatcom County, with 15. 

The Office of the Secretary of State has a complete list of candidates who filed. Candidates running for state office must prepare and submit information for the statewide Voters’ Pamphlet by 5pm on May 21. 

The top two finishers for partisan public offices on the Primary ballot will advance to the November 5 General Election.

“Filing for candidacy is a crucial step in our democratic process,” Assistant Secretary McMahan said. “Washington’s free and fair elections provide equitable opportunities to compete for the chance to support communities statewide.”

Ballots for the August 6 Primary will be mailed to eligible voters by July 19, when drop boxes and Accessible Voting Units at voting centers will open for voter use. 

Online and mail registrations must be received by July 29 to vote in the Primary. You can register to vote or update registration information in person any time before 8pm on Election Day, August 6.

Ballot positions for the Primary were assigned by random draw May 10, as required by RCW 29A.36.131.


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Public hearing in Woodway May 20, 2024 regarding annexation of Point Wells

Town of Woodway. Point Wells is lower left with the large dock
Google maps

Town of Woodway
Public Hearing on annexation of Point Wells
Monday, May 20, 2024,  6:00pm at Town Hall

On May 20, 2024 the Town Council will host a public hearing at Town Hall 23920 113th Pl W, Woodway, WA 98020, on whether to adopt an ordinance annexing Point Wells into the Town. The meeting will start at 6pm, and there will be an opportunity for residents to express their opinion as to the pros and cons of annexation. The council may or may not act on the ordinance following the public hearing.

Mayor Mike Quinn stated, "As you know, the issue of whether the Town can and should annex Point Wells has been a topic of discussion since the Town’s incorporation in 1958.'; 
"For the past fifteen years, the Town has invested substantial time and resources into protecting our interests through policy development and litigation. And for the past two years, the Council and I have solicited public comment, obtained expert legal opinions and financial analysis, and engaged with our governmental partners to resolve any operational issues."

Monday night is an additional opportunity for residents to provide feedback. 

Additional information can be found (including a Q&A)  on their website. Written comments can be emailed to: heidi@townofwoodway.com.


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In the Garden Now: Aztec Pearl Mexican Orange

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Aztec Pearl Mexican Orange flower clusters

Story and photos by Victoria Gilleland

It's prime time for 'Aztec Pearl' Mexican Orange! This shrub is in full bloom right now. Buds start with a pinkish cast and open to pearly white flower clusters. This is not an orange plant variety. It gets its name from the scented leaves and flowers that are somewhat like that of orange blossoms.

Annual pruning will keep it small
Because of this citrus scent the shrub is seldom bothered by critters such as deer and rabbits. The shrub stays more compact when grown in full sun but grows and flowers well in part shade. 

Plants can reach 8' in height but may be kept much smaller with regular pruning right after flowering usually by the end of May in the Seattle area.

This is an easy to grow fragrant evergreen shrub that is definitely worth considering for your garden.

(Choisya dewitteana 'Aztec Pearl')


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Recording session at the Drumlin for local band Hokum Creak on Friday May 17, 2024 - public invited

A local band, Hokum Creak, will be giving a free show at the Drumlin Pub at 522 NE 165th St, Shoreline WA 98155 in the Ridgecrest Neighborhood on Friday at 7 - 10pm

It will be professionally recorded for use in promotional materials. It’s a fun band (says me, the drummer), and we’re hoping for a good crowd.




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Shorecrest Drama serves up another infectiously fun time with Something Rotten

A photo courtesy of Shorecrest Drama shows students serving up high-energy musical theater
with a side order of rotten breakfast-food puns. 

By Oliver Moffat

From the first moment when the lights come up at the Shorecrest Performing Arts theater and a Shorecrest student sings the first lines of Something Rotten, you realize this cast has serious talent.

Shorecrest Drama has long delivered entertaining musical theater performances, but this show sets a new high note.

Something Rotten is a silly sendup of Shakespearean England that imagines what might have happened if modern musical theater somehow arrived hundreds of years before its time.

This plot setup unleashes the talents of the Shorecrest kids who perform over-the-top musical theater numbers complete with singing and tap-dancing. Some numbers are executed so well and with so much energy that the audience hooted and cheered.

The breakfast food based comedic puns may not be to everyone’s taste, but the cast commits fully to serving up the stinkers and landed every punch line.

The villain of Something Rotten is William Shakespeare - impressively performed as a narcissistic rock star in leather pants. The orchestra and the choreographer, Jenny McMurry, deserves a special round of applause.

The kids worked hard on this - the entire cast is full of energy and having an infectiously fun time. Seriously. Do yourself a favor and go see this. You’ll have a great time.

You can catch Something Rotten May 16, 17, 18 at 7:30pm and May 18 & 19 at 2:00pm

Tickets available online here

Update: Choreographer has been identified as Jenny McMurry.

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Letter to the Editor: Shoreline Medics are professional, knowledgeable, kind, and very humorous

To the Editor:

I have lived in Shoreline for 30 years - before it was a city. There are many wonderful reasons to live here. There are also some disappointing issues. But if you ever need to call 911 for a medical emergency, I believe there is no place better than the City of Shoreline.

I recently had to contact 911 for a medical issue. I got through to a 911 operator immediately who spoke clearly and calmly. In response, I was able to respond in the same way. Once they decided that I might need assistance, they added the Fire Department medical response team to the phone call so I was never put on hold.

As they relayed the information I was told Emergency Services had been dispatched. Within minutes, they arrived and quickly evaluated my situation. While keeping me calm with their kindness and humor, they used their knowledge and equipment to assess me and transported me to the hospital. They had arranged to have me met by an emergency surgical team that greeted me as we arrived. I did not have to answer the same questions again and again, or sit in the emergency room waiting for my turn. My son was contacted using my iPhone so he would answer it and the situation was calmly explained to him.

I received excellent care at UW/NW Hospital. I did not require surgery.

I don't think we could live in a better place for emergency medical response. Shoreline Fire Department is to be applauded and supported for having a professional, knowledgeable, kind, and very humorous medical response staff.

Pam Cross
Shoreline, WA

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Diggin' Shoreline Veggie Fest plant sale at Senior Activity Center Saturday May 18, 2024

Diggin' Shoreline Veggie Fest Plant Sale Saturday May 18, 2024 at the Shoreline Senior Activity Center, 10am - 4pm

18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98133. Checks or debit/credit cards preferred.

Music by Hokum Creak. And the Senior Center receives 10% of proceeds!


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Classifieds: Shoreline Fire to attend Special Workshop Dinner Meeting with Shoreline City Council

SPECIAL MEETING/WORKSHOP DINNER NOTICE

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Commissioners of the Shoreline Fire Department will attend a Special Workshop Dinner Meeting at the City of Shoreline Council meeting on June 3, 2024.

The purpose of the Cities’ workshop dinner is to discuss mutual interests and share information in an informal setting.

  • DATE: June 3, 2024
  • TIME: 5:45 pm
  • LOCATION: Shoreline City Hall 17500 Midvale Avenue North, Shoreline, WA 98133
Notice posted by: Beatriz Goldsmith
Executive Assistant
May 13, 2024


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Classifieds: Shoreline / Northshore Board of Commissioners to hold Special Joint Regional Fire Authority (RFA) Planning Committee Meeting

SPECIAL JOINT SHORELINE/NORTHSHORE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RFA
PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE

As required by RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act, you are hereby notified that the Planning Committee Board of Commissioners of the Shoreline Fire Department will hold a Special Joint Regional Fire Authority (RFA) Planning Committee Meeting on May 20, 2024, at 5:00pm with the Planning Committee Board Commissioners of the Northshore Fire Department.

AGENDA:

I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
IV. Public Comment (please see public comment procedures)
V. Approval of Meeting Minutes
VI. Planning meeting for establishing an RFA between Shoreline and Northshore Fire Departments / DISCUSSION
VII. Adjourn

DATE: May 20, 2024
TIME: 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Northshore Fire Department - Station 51
7220 NE. 181st Street
Kenmore, WA 98028

To attend the meeting online, please use the below information:
  • meeting link
  • Meeting ID: 850 4471 3997
  • Passcode: 743608
  • Dial by your location: #1-253-205-0468
Notice posted by: Beatriz Goldsmith
Executive Assistant
May 10, 2024

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Gloria's Critters: Snowflake on the lookout for pecan pickpockets...

Photo copyright Gloria Z. Nagler

(Our neighborhood leucistic Douglas Squirrel, Snowflake)

--Gloria Z. Nagler


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Destinations: Swans Trail Farms Baby Animals and Berries Festival

An overload of cuteness at Swans Trail Farms in June

Prepare your heart for an overload of cuteness! 

The Baby Animals and Berries Festival is a unique experience that stands out from the rest! It’s the only place you'll get to cuddle up close and interact with the most adorable baby animals. 

Admission includes access to the petting barnyard area and over 30+ activities and games. 

Get your tickets online now and join us for an unforgettable day at the farm! 

June 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 19, 22, 23, 2024

Purchase tickets here *Advanced ticket purchase required*


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Letter to the Editor: Lots of people run red lights at N 175th and Meridian

To the Editor:

We love your news articles, they are SO interesting. We read through some recent articles. We were surprised to see that a dog was able to help locate illegal drugs, and we liked the information about secret gardens. You have great pictures of our local area.

We were excited to see the May 5 article about the intersection of N 175th St and Meridian Ave N. (Every child should be able to walk to school without fear)

We are fourth graders at Meridian Park Elementary. One of our dads notices lots of people running red lights at that intersection. We are training to become patrols to help keep students safe. Running red lights and safety patrols might be good topics for articles.

P.S. Can you also please write about Taylor Swift? 

Sincerely, Gracie and Evelyn 
Girl Scout Troop 41974


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High school students can get a head start on college - tuition free - Running Start information night Wednesday 5-15-2024

 
Get a head start on college- Tuition free! Join Shoreline Community College for an Information Night about our Running Start program, this Wednesday 5/15/24 from 6:00-7:15pm. 

You'll receive information about the program, hear from students, tour the campus and snack on pizza and soda.

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Statement from Secretary of State Steve Hobbs on 2024 candidate filings

Monday, May 13, 2024

OLYMPIA — Two of the three people who filed to run for governor under the name Bob Ferguson withdrew from the race before Monday’s deadline. (see previous article

Attorney General Bob Ferguson is now the
only one of that name on the ballot for Governor.
Bob Ferguson, who is currently serving as the state’s attorney general, will remain on the ballot in position 11 of a field of 28 candidates.

Under Washington’s top-two primary system, each voter will get to choose from among the complete field on the ballot. 

Irrespective of political party, the two candidates with the largest vote totals for each position will appear on the November 5 General Election ballot.

Complete lists of filed and withdrawn candidates can be found through the website of the Office of the Secretary of State. 

As required by RCW 29A.36.010, candidate lists will be provided to county elections offices Tuesday, May 14. 

Ballot positions were assigned by random draw May 10, as required by RCW 29A.36.131.

The potential presence of multiple candidates with the same name on the ballot had required the Office of Secretary of State to follow procedures authorized by Washington Administrative Code 434-215-060 to mitigate voter confusion.

“Instances of people filing for office with names similar to well-known officeholders go back nearly a century in Washington and other states,” Secretary of State Steve Hobbs said. “That is nothing new. We know how to address such issues as elections officials.”

RCW 29A.84.320 makes it a felony to declare as a candidate for public office under the name of a fictitious person, a false name, or in using the name of an incumbent or candidate who has already filed “with intent to confuse and mislead” the voting public.

“Voters deserve good-faith candidates who are running on the strength of their ideas to make Washington a better place to live and work, not people who pay a filing fee just to manipulate elections,” Hobbs said. 
“Washington’s long history of free and fair elections must be protected and preserved in every year and campaign cycle.”

Washington’s Office of the Secretary of State oversees a number of areas within state government, including managing state elections, registering corporations and charities, and governing the use of the state flag and state seal. 

The office also manages the State Archives and the State Library, documents extraordinary stories in Washington’s history through Legacy Washington, oversees the Combined Fund Drive for charitable giving by state employees, and administers the state’s Address Confidentiality Program to help protect survivors of crime.


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A sunset to rival the Northern Lights

Photo by Lee Lageschulte

Sunsets change rapidly from minute to minute. At one point this sunset filled the entire sky.


 

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Free presentation on Rail and Sail vacations at Senior Activity Center Thursday May 16, 2024

Thursday, May 16 1:30-2:30pm
Travel Talk with Tyson
Cost: Free

Tyson Verse, expert traveler, and owner of Rail and Sail Vacations will be at the senior center telling stories from his travels all over the world with a slideshow of pictures. 

He will also be discussing the do/don't of travel insurance as a senior. Tyson is a great storyteller and is happy to answer any questions about upcoming Rail and Sail trips.

Senior Activity Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98155. Southernmost building on the Shoreline Center Campus. Free parking.


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All-Shorewood finals at WesCo South tennis

 From left: Rylie Gettmann, Mari Brittle, Emilia Garibay Romero, Alex Mignogna.
front row: Emily Lin and Emma Okamura, photo by Kristi Lin

The Shorewood girls tennis team continued its successful season at the WesCo South League tournament, Edmonds-Woodway High School tennis courts. The top five players from the tournament would advance to next week’s District 1 tournament at Snohomish High School courts.

Shorewood had two singles entries, number 1 seed junior Rylie Gettmann and number 3 seed senior Emily Lin.

Mari Brittle photo by Kristi Lin

In doubles were juniors Mari Brittle and Alex Mignogna, seniors Emma Okamura and Emilia Garibay Romero. 

The first day of the tournament started with Shorewood winning all of their first-round matches. 

Emily Lin serving
Photo by Kristi Lin
The second day of the tournament started with the semifinal matches featuring a match between the number 2 seed, from Mountlake Terrace, junior Katarina Moye and Shorewood s Emily Lin.

Moye had only one loss during the season to Gettmann from Shorewood. 

Lin controlled the match from the beginning to the end with great groundstrokes and overall strategy. 

The win moved her into the singles championship match versus her teammate Gettmann, who defeated her Meadowdale opponent.

Defending league doubles champions, Brittle and Mignogna cruised easily to the doubles final as teammates, Garibay Romero and Okamura survived a very tough three set semifinals victory over their Edmonds-Woodway opponents.

The singles and doubles league championship finals for singles and doubles became an all Shorewood event.

Gettmann was able to defeat Lin in two sets. In the upset of the tournament, Shorewood’s number two doubles team, Garibay Romero and Okamura defeated the defending league champs, Brittle and Mignogna in two sets.

Alex Mignogna serving. Photo by Kristi Lin

All six Shorewood players advanced to the District 1 tournament as either number 1 or number 2 seeds.


The top four advance to the WIAA 3A State Tennis tournament in Vancouver, Washington, held at the Vancouver Tennis Center. Last year Shorewood qualified all six of the tournament entries to state and will try to match that accomplishment. Shorewood placed third at state in team standings behind Mercer Island and Lakeside.

Shorewood Coach Arnie Moreno will remind his team that the tournament will be tougher as players from WesCo North and Northwest 3A league, Skagit and Whatcom counties, will be very tough and challenging.

Moreno said of his team, “They continue to play each match with consistency and having fun, meeting every challenge.“

District 1 matches start at 11am on Tuesday May 14th and Wednesday May15th at Snohomish High School Courts.

Emma Okamura photo by Kristi Lin

WesCo 3A South League Tournament

Edmonds-Woodway, Cascade, Lynnwood, Meadowdale, Mountlake Terrace, Shorecrest, Shorewood

At Edmonds-Woodway H.S.

Singles, third round: 
  • Rylie Gettmann (SW) def. Yasima Drissy (CAS) 6-0, 6-0; 
  • Katelynne Wyckoff (MEA) def. Lily Haessler (SC) 6-2, 6-0; 
  • Katelynne Wyckoff (MEA) def. Zoe Greenzweig (SC) 6-2, 6-3; 
  • Haessler (SC) def. Greenzweig (SC) 6-2, 6-2. 
Rylie Gettman hitting a ground stroke
Photo by Kristi Lin

Singles, fourth round: 
  • Gettmann (SW) def. Emily Lin (SW) 6-1, 6-4; 
  • Moye (MLT) def. Wyckoff (MEA) 6-3, 6-0. 
Doubles, third round: 
  • Kristen Neri-Emie Shepherd (MEA) def. Vy Bui-Aya Nakano (LYNN) 7-5, 4-6, 6-3; 
  • Ally Miner-Mia Halset (SC) def. Ania Porte-Sophia Thigpen (CAS) 7-6, 8-6, 6-1; 
  • Makenna Cook-Natalie Yockey (EW) def. Neri-Shepherd (MEA) 6-1, 6-3; 
  • Miner-Halset (SC) def. Laurene Bogne-Elena Scordamaglia (CAS) 6-7 (7-9), 6-3, 7-6 (7-2); 
  • Neri-Shepherd (MEA) def. Bogne-Scordamaglia (CAS) 6-3, 7-6 (7-2). 
Emilia Garibay Romero serving. Photo by Kristi Lin

Doubles, fourth round: 
  • Emila Garibay Romero-Emma Okamura (SW) def. Mari Brittle-Alex Mignogna (SW) 6-4, 6-3;
  • Cook-Yockey (EW) def. Miner-Halset (SC).


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Prom Shop May 18, 2024 at Aurora Clothing Closet

Aurora Clothing Closet is hosting Prom Shop on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 2 - 4pm - one day only!

The Aurora Students Clothes Closet (ASCC) is a free resource for all K-12 students living in or attending school in the Shoreline School District (private school and homeschool students welcome). 


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Call for Artists & Crafters: Apply by 5-20-2024 for LFP Farmers Market Crafts Day

ThirdPlaceCommons.org/VendorInfo

Applications are now being accepted from Washington artists, artisans, and crafters to participate in the 2024 Crafts Day at the Lake Forest Park Farmers Market on Sunday, July 21st.

All items presented at the Crafts Day must be handmade in Washington by the individuals selling at the market. The market seeks to reflect a wide variety of media to represent a broad spectrum of creative endeavors, so artists and crafters of all kinds are encouraged to apply for this juried event.

Please note that participating vendors must have a Washington State business license and provide a qualifying Certificate of Insurance (COI). Please visit the Third Place Commons website for the application and full details.

All applications must be submitted via email and received no later than Monday, May 20th.

Crafts Day is a once-per-summer special addition to the regular farmers market, which takes place every Sunday from 10am to 2pm in front of the Town Center at Lake Forest Park.

The regular market season is open now and continues through Sunday, October 20th. See you at the market!

The Lake Forest Park Farmers Market is a program of Third Place Commons, a community-supported 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has been building community in the heart of Lake Forest Park for more than 20 years. 

Third Place Commons fosters real community in real space by hosting hundreds of free, live events for audiences of all ages.

To learn more, or to make a gift to support the market & the Commons, visit ThirdPlaceCommons.org.



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Meeting Tuesday to discuss results from Echo Lake watershed monitoring and recommendations for treatments for harmful algal blooms

Algae bloom at Echo Lake June 2022
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

The public is invited to a meeting to discuss the results from the Echo Lake watershed monitoring that took place last year and the recommendations for treatments at Echo Lake for harmful algal blooms.

This is a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 starting at 6:00pm. You can attend in person at City Hall, third floor, room 303, or join online via Teams meeting information below.

Please join the City and our consultant team from Herrera Environmental Consultants as we present the findings and recommendations of the Echo Lake Cyanobacteria Management Plan.

Here is a tentative agenda for the meeting:
  • 6:00 – 6:15 – Introductions
  • 6:15 – 7:00 – Echo Lake Cyanobacteria Management Plan Overview and Findings
  • 7:00 – 7:30 – Recommendations and Next Steps
  • 7:30 – 8:00 – Questions and Answers
Teams Meeting Information:
Stefan Grozev | Senior Surface Water Program Specialist
Public Works | City of Shoreline
Mobile - (206) 571-7100


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Just when you thought it was safe to go in the ---air

Photo by Barbara Twaddell

Mother’s Day at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park.

A shark chases a beautiful bird in the sky. 

Doo doo doo doo doo doo 

--Barbara Twaddell



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Free research help from Sno-Isle Genealogy Society

Are you out of research ideas to find an elusive ancestor? 

Sno-Isle Genealogy Society is offering researchers another opportunity to get help with their "brick wall" problems on Saturday May 18, 2024, at its Research Library, 19827 Poplar Way, Heritage Park, Lynnwood

To make a reservation call 425-775-6267 to leave a message in a clear voice. Your call will be returned later to confirm your appointment if we can understand the message. 

Margaret Summitt is an experienced researcher who can direct your research efforts in the free 40 minute session. If the 4 sessions are filled you will be placed on a waiting list for the next "brick wall" day.


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Resources and services to support small business growth and sustainability May 22, 2024

Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in diverse industries, from professional services to retail services to home-based makers, are invited to an after-hours networking presentation on resources and services to support small business growth and sustainability.


This event, which will include a panel discussion with Q&A by local business support organizations, is being sponsored by the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the City of Shoreline and the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC).

“We are looking forward to opening the doors of City Hall to home-based and other small businesses on May 22nd for an enjoyable evening of networking and learning,” said Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts. 
“We are grateful to our partners and the knowledgeable experts they have brought together to help our local businesspeople not just stay safe and survive but truly thrive in a rapidly changing world.”

The event is from 4:30 to 6:30pm on Wednesday, May 22, starting with a half-hour of networking, followed by a one-hour presentation and panel discussion from 5 to 6pm. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.

Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions to the panelists, which will include representatives from APEX Accelerator (government contracting), Bellevue Capital Group (financing), Business Impact NW (SBA financing/Food Resource Center/Women’s Business Center), City of Shoreline (permitting), Shoreline Police Department (business safety), CORE Commercial Properties, (commercial leasing), Governor’s Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance, Impact Washington (small manufacturers grants and support), WA State Labor and Industries, and Windermere Real Estate (commercial properties and leasing). 

After the presentation and discussion with panelists, attendees will have the opportunity to interact directly with the experts for more information or to make future one-on-one appointments.

Jennifer Shelton, the SBDC advisor in Shoreline, will also give a presentation on no-cost technical assistance resources that are available in the area. 

The Washington SBDC network was established more than 40 years ago and is an accredited member of the America’s SBDC program, the nation’s oldest and largest publicly supported technical assistance program for small businesses. SBDC advisors provide no-cost, confidential, customized assistance to business owners or entrepreneurs who want to start, grow or buy/sell a business.

The Washington SBDC is hosted by Washington State University and receives funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), WSU, other institutions of higher education and economic development, the Washington State Department of Commerce and multiple civic and business groups. The Washington SBDC office in Shoreline is located at Shoreline Community College.

Register for the event at: shorelinechamber.org/events

Wednesday, May 22
4:30 to 6:30pm.
Shoreline City Hall
17500 Midvale Ave N.

For more information email Jennifer.shelton@wsbdc.org or visit shorelinechamber.org.


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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Happy Mother’s Day

Sunday, May 12, 2024

 
Happy Mother's Day!

The Lake Forest Park Farmers Market opens today. 

Hint: The flower vendors have beautiful, fresh picked bouquets.



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Upcoming Shoreline city council agenda items to keep an eye on

Back row L-R: Councilmembers John Ramsdell, Betsy Robertson, Annette Ademasu,
Eben Pobee, Keith Scully. Front row from left: Mayor Chris Roberts, Deputy Mayor Laura Mork

By Oliver Moffat

Admittedly, not everyone looks forward with anticipation for Monday nights at Shoreline city hall but for those who do, the council has a thrilling list of upcoming agenda topics buried within the usual laundry list of snoozers.

  1. To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, should Shoreline build sidewalks and bike lanes to undo a century of building roads for cars and trucks ?
  2. Or is it better to preserve significant trees to reduce urban heat islands and sequester CO2?
  3. Should the city’s major streets be welcoming and safe for transit riders, children walking to school, pedestrians and bicyclists?
Answering these questions (and more) is the job of Shoreline’s city council over the next five weeks.

On May 13, 2024 the council will review progress on Shoreline’s Climate Action Plan which calls for reducing emissions, enhancing ecosystem health and sequestration, and increasing community resilience and preparedness. How much progress has been made and what tangible steps will the city make in the coming years?

On May 20, the council will vote on adoption of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan which will impact everyone in the growing region. The city wants to roll out Scooter and Bike Sharing and the council will review that plan. The Natural Environment, Shoreline Master Program and Transportation sections of the Comprehensive Plan are also on the agenda.

On June 3, the 175th street project will be back on the agenda for discussion and council members Eben Pobee and Annette Ademasu are hosting a presentation from Save Shoreline Trees. A report from the King County Regional Homelessness Authority will also be reviewed.

On June 10, the much anticipated (and overdue) Annual Traffic Report will be reviewed and Traffic Enforcement Cameras will be discussed. In the past, the council has chosen to not install speed cameras but will the new traffic safety data change their minds? The council will vote on whether our roads should also have Scooters and Bicycle Shares?

On June 24 before the council adjourns for their summer vacation, the Commute Trip Reduction Plan will be reviewed.

The Shoreline city council meets at 7pm on Mondays at city hall and online and the council welcomes public comments via email, online or in person.

Mark your calendars and write those emails!


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Town & Country Market May recipe: Mediterranean Burger

Mediterranean Burget from Town & County Market

Mediterranean Burger

Who doesn’t love a good burger? Pleases both meat lovers and plant-based eaters alike and fits the bill for those busy weeknights or lazy backyard BBQs.

Difficulty Level: Easy
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Yield: 4 Servings

INGREDIENTS

4 burger patties or 1 ½ lbs ground meat formed into patties (beef, turkey, lamb, or plant based)
1 tsp Greek seasoning (or garlic powder and oregano)
Salt and pepper
1 c crumbled feta or goat cheese
4 burger buns (brioche, ciabatta, traditional)
Favorite sauce (tzatziki, roasted red pepper spread, aioli, pesto, tapenade)
Arugula or lettuce leaves
1 large tomato, sliced
½ English cucumber, sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced (raw or pickled)
Pepperoncini, optional

PREPARATION

STEP 1
Heat grill or large skillet to medium-high heat.

STEP 2
Season burgers with salt, pepper, and Greek seasoning. Cook until desired doneness about 4-5 minutes per side.

STEP 3
Top patty with cheese to lightly melt. Warm or toast buns.

STEP 4
Build burgers using your favorite sauce, arugula leaves, tomato, cucumber, red onions, and pepperoncini.

OPTIONS
Have you ever made pickled onions? It’s super simple and so delicious. They add a huge level of tastiness and texture. See our pickled onion recipe!

If forming your own patties try adding the feta cheese and seasoning straight into the meat mixture.

Town & Country Market
is located on the upper level of Shoreline Place 15505 Westminster Way N, Shoreline WA 98133. 


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Real estate market report April 2024

April brought an increase in homes for sale in Shoreline.

Over 27% more listings sold compared to the last year. 

The Median price is also up, almost 9% vs 2023. 

Well-presented and accurately priced properties continue to attract buyer interest, with listings selling on average for 6.74% above list price.

--Lella Norberg, Shoreline Windermere Real Estate


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Organ concert at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church May 19, 2024

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 3pm
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church  

"Organic Expressions: Exploring the Relationship Between Musical Works and Improvisation"
Stephen C. Price, organ

Organist Stephen C. Price closes out the 2023-24 St. Dunstan’s Concert Series with "Organic Expressions: Exploring the Relationship Between Musical Works and Improvisation." 

Dr. Price is the inaugural Paul B. Fitts Faculty Fellow and Artist-in-Residence in organ performance at the University of Washington, and is a sought-after performer and educator. Dr. Price is known for his diverse programs, superbly and adeptly interpreted, that explore the full range of the organ’s capabilities. His musicianship promises to leave a lasting impression for all music lovers!

Dr. Stephen Price, Organist

Dr. Price previously held the position of Assistant Teaching Professor in music (organ) at Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana. In his previous post, he maintained an organ studio including undergraduate and graduate students, and also taught church music, music history, and music theory courses. His former organ students have obtained church positions throughout the United States and are active within the profession.

Dr. Price is a native of Buffalo, New York. He served as Assistant Minister of Music at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church and Organ Scholar during his senior year of high school at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, where he studied with Andrew Scanlon. 

Subsequently, he attended Western Connecticut State University, under the direction of Stephen Roberts, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree and served as Organ Scholar at St. Paul's Episcopal Church on the Green in Norwalk, Connecticut, serving under Director of Music, Vince Edwards.

Following his undergraduate career, Dr. Price received a Fulbright Scholarship to Toulouse, France, where he studied "Historical and Modern" performance practices of French Organ Music under the guidance of Michel Bouvard and Jan Willem Jansen. 

Dr. Price then attended the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University, receiving the Master of Music and Doctor of Music degrees. During his graduate studies, Dr. Price competed and garnered awards in several international competitions, including the Franz Schmidt Organ Competition (Austria), André Marchal Organ Competition (France), and the Canadian International Organ Competition (Montreal). While at Indiana University, he studied under the mentorship of Dr. Janette Fishell.

Recent appearances include the 2022 Organ Historical Society Convention (Columbus, OH); St. Ita's Roman Catholic Church (Chicago); Zion Lutheran Church (Fort Wayne, IN); St. John the Divine (New York City); and First Presbyterian Church (Buffalo, NY). Additionally, Michael Barone has featured recordings and live performances on the Pipedreams Broadcast on NPR.

Dr. Price will perform a wide-ranging program on the Opus 2 Ortloff organ, installed August 2020.

For more information please visit Concert Page


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ShoreLake Arts' 35th Birthday + Gala for the Arts

Join us as we celebrate
ShoreLake Arts' 35th Birthday + Gala for the Arts
Saturday May 18, 2024

Shorewood High School Commons
Doors open at 5:00pm

Don’t be left out! Get tickets here

We'll travel back to 1989 when Madonna was on top of the charts, shoulder pads were all the rage, and ShoreLake Arts (and Taylor Swift) were born.

Don your shiniest fabrics and tease up your locks for an evening of nostalgic revelry featuring a rockin’ wine and cocktail hour (5-6pm), a totally rad baked potato bar, games, a live auction, and a delicious dessert dash (6-8pm). 

 And if that’s not enough fun for you, dancing starts at 8:00pm and goes until 10:00pm!

This is a night for all 21 and over to enjoy and help raise money to ensure the future is bright for ShoreLake Arts supporting Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, and surrounding areas.

Now that's heavy!


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Friday's low tide at Richmond Beach

 
Photo by Jackson Shelsted

The beach at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park was doubled in size by Friday's low tide.


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Where the sidewalks end on 180th street

A photo by Kevin Atkinson, Treasurer, North City Neighborhood Association,
shows a pedestrian walking in the street where the sidewalk ends on 180th

By Oliver Moffat

On the 2nd Thursday of each month, the North City Neighborhood Association hosts a meetup at Monka Brewing Company to talk about local issues and make friends.

When the neighbors meet, one topic that is sure to come up is traffic safety. And the section of road that comes up most frequently is where the sidewalks end on 180th street in North City.

A map by Mark Notermann, Co-Chair of the North City Neighborhood Association, shows the location of apartments and condos (yellow), the light rail station (red), recently completed sidewalks (green), and unfunded sidewalk projects (blue) 

Whether walking, biking, driving or taking the bus, 180th is the primary road residents of apartments in the neighborhood will take to reach the 185th street station.

There are two particularly troubling gaps in the sidewalk along NE 180th Street between 15th Ave NE and 12th Ave NE that force pedestrians to walk in the roadway.

A photo shows where pedestrians must use the road on 180th street 

That section of 180th is on a hill with poor visibility. And that block of 180th is the location of a school bus stop, the fire station, and later this year Metro’s 348 will add frequent all-day and all-night service to the street.

A map shows the locations where the sidewalks end on 180th street
forcing pedestrians into the road 

The city includes 180th in the estimated $80 million worth of road improvements for the 185th Street Multimodal Corridor Strategy.

But given staffing shortages and funding constraints, the city says it could be more than a decade before the 185th project would get the green light.

A map shows the five segments of the 185th Street Multimodal Corridor Strategy with estimated costs; North City residents have raised safety concerns about segment “E” - 180th between 15th and 10th

The city’s proposed Transportation Improvement Plan breaks the 185th project into five different segments labeled “A” through “E”.

Section “E” would build sidewalks on 180th between 10th and 15th and would cost about $5 million.

But the section that North City residents are most concerned about is between 12th and 15th - which might be much less expensive.

A photo by Kevin Atkinson, Treasurer, North City Neighborhood Association,
shows a wheelchair user on 180th

North City residents have asked the city to separate the west-side and east-side segments of the 185th project in the Transportation Improvement Plan.

Separating segments “D” and “E” would be consistent with the 145th and 175th corridor projects and would allow city engineers to consider the priority and costs of the North City segments separately from the west-side segments.

On May 20, 2024 the Shoreline city council will vote on adoption of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan.


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