Shorecrest Tennis vs Meadowdale

Friday, September 20, 2024

Photos by Shannon Garbaccio
Boys Tennis
9-19-2024
SC 3 v Meadowdale 4

Singles
  1. Nathan Perez (M) def. Indigo Vining 5-7, 6-4, 5-7, 
  2. Kyle Nong (M) def. Ashton Johnson 6-3, 6-1, 
  3. Zane Weber (S) def. Caleb Angeles 6-1, 6-0, 
  4. Miles Garbaccio (S) def. Taylor Wyckoff 6-0, 6-1
Doubles
  1. Colin McGuire-Matthew Mork (M) def.,Shane McMullen-Nathaniel Skonier 4-6, 6-2, 6-2 ,
  2.  Sebastian Summers-Ty Vanderpoe (M) def. Luca Stacey - Andrew Broweleit 6-4, 3-6, 6-3. 
  3. Noah Koehler-Keiran Viswanathan (S) Josh Lee-Aaron Hurlbut 6-1, 6-1
--Coach Rob Mann


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Shorecrest Swim vs Edmonds Woodway 9-19-2024

Photo by Wayne Pridemore
WesCo South girls 
swim results 
9-19-24
Shorecrest vs Edmonds Woodway
At Innis Arden community Club

Shorecrest 103
Edmonds Woodway 77

SC 2-0 
EW 2-1

Full meet results here


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Wilkommen to Oktoberfest - September 21, 2024

Photo courtesy RBCA
In what has become a favorite annual tradition, your Richmond Beach Community Association is once again partnering with our friends at Vault 177 for the 4th Annual Richmond Beach Oktoberfest!

This year’s event will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from noon to 5pm, and promises to be even bigger and better than ever.

There's something for everyone:
  • Live, Classic Polka Oktoberfest Music: Ted Lunka Polka Band featuring a wonderful button-box accordionist, including Ted Lunka, Andy Mirkovich, John Giuliani and Dave Hoskins who regularly perform in Leavenworth. 12-2p.
  • Imported & local German: Oberdorfer Festbier, Weihenstephan Festbier, Reubens Marzen, & Reubens Festbier
  • Authentic German sausages from Leavenworth, Roses' own German potato salad, soft pretzels & true saurkraut
  • Kid Friendly: bounce house and a lot of games (life-size Jenga, life-size battleship, corn hole), and craft stations like pretzel necklace & coloring activities.
  • Dog Friendly: Dog water and treat station provided by Pet Evolution Shoreline
  • Contest: Traditional Stein Holding feat of strength
  • Free Swag: New commemorative RBCA Koozie / Coaster for all attendees
  • Non-Alcoholic: New n/a Oktoberfest Bier option is available in a can for purchase, and we'll have water for $1 purchase.
All proceeds benefit RBCA and help support community events, the newspaper, and the mission of the RBCA – to build and connect our wonderful community together. So dust off your lederhosen and dirndls and join us for food, fun and festivities.

Prepare your dirndl & lederhosen for Oktoberfest. We can’t wait to see you there, raise a glass, and help ring in the fall season…Prost!

All proceeds directly benefit RBCA and help support community events, the newspaper, and the mission of the RBCA -- to build and connect our wonderful community.

So dust off your lederhosen and dirndls and join us for food, fun, and festivities later this month! We can’t wait to see you there, raise a glass, and help ring in the fall season. Prost!

Saturday, September 21st, 12:00 - 5:00pm Spin Alley/Vault 177 parking lot, 1430 NW Richmond Beach Rd, Shoreline WA 98177

Visit the RBCA website to learn more about the event details and fun promotions.


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Let the grass grow

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Ridgecrest Dog Park
Photo by Seattle Poppy

Happy to see it’s clover and not just grass at the Ridgecrest Dog Park. 

I think rabbits and birds will also be pleased.

--Seattle Poppy



 

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Your Voice, Your Choice: A Guide to Voting for Judges September 25, 2024

Your Voice, Your Choice: A Guide to Voting for Judges

Wednesday, September 25, 6:30-7:30pm

Hosted by the King County Library


Description: Voting for judges is an important part of our democracy. Join a panel discussion to learn what judges do and how to vote for them.

Panel includes:
  • Moderator Craig Sims, trial lawyer, Schroeter, Goldmark and Bender, former Criminal Division Chief in the Seattle Attorney’s Office, former Senior King County Prosecutor, adjunct professor at Seattle University School of Law and a visiting lecturer at the University of Washington School of Law
  • Washington Supreme Court Justice Mary I. Yu
  • King County Superior Court Judge Karen Matson Donohue
  • Retired King County District Judge (Shoreline) Marcine Anderson

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Trivia Night at the Senior Activity Center September 27, 2024

Join us at the Senior Activity Center for TRIVIA NIGHT - written and hosted by real Jeopardy! Champions Leah Caglio and Sally Neumann 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, September 27, 2024
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 your team of 6 for $60.
Purchase your tickets here

Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center
18560 1st Ave. NE, Shoreline WA 98155

206-365-1536


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Jobs: WSDOT Surplus Land Disposal Specialist (PAS4)

WSDOT
Surplus Land Disposal Specialist (PAS4)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$67,608 – $90,854 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Surplus Land Disposal Specialist (Property & Acquisition Specialist 4) to play a vital role in facilitating the disposal of surplus properties and easements in alignment with state and federal laws. 

This position operates with autonomy, coordinating with various stakeholders throughout the entire disposal process, from initiation to conclusion. Responsibilities include negotiating sales, estimating property values, and resolving complex real estate issues while upholding WSDOT’s mission of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options. 

With a focus on innovation, project investment, and organizational strength, this role contributes to WSDOT’s vision and values while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Job description and application


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King County Library Author Event: Electable by Ali Vitali September 24, 2024

Electable by Ali Vitali
Tuesday, September 24, 6:30-7:30pm

Join KCLS for a special author talk with NBC News Capitol Hill correspondent Ali Vitali. She will discuss her 2022 book, Electable: Why America Hasn’t Put a Woman In the White House…Yet

The political landscape was shaken to its core when President Joe Biden announced he would be stepping down from re-election. 

Not only was the announcement unprecedented, it thrust Vice President Kamala Harris into the spotlight as the presumptive Democratic nominee, marking the second time Republican candidate Donald Trump will face off against a female candidate.

The road to the Election Day is long, but can a woman finally break the glass ceiling and win the White House?

Opening with the moment when Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were finally declared the winners of the 2020 race, Electable is a sweeping look at a lingering question from that Presidential race. Why, when we saw more women run for President of the United States than ever before, did we still not cross that final hurdle?

Woven throughout is close examination of the treatment of Hillary Clinton, Geraldine Ferraro, Shirley Chisholm and those on the right. 

Grappling with ideas around the “likeability” and “electability” issues, as well as fundraising hurdles many female candidates face, Vitali asks the same questions she and so many have been grappling with for decades, but especially since Hillary Clinton’s defeat in 2016: Why is it so hard for a woman to be taken seriously as a presidential contender? 

What will it take for men and women to be held to the same standard? What happens next?

The King County Library System Executive Director Heidi Daniel will host the conversation. Ask questions about the book, the state of politics and insights from Vitali’s national reporting.

Vitali is based in Washington, DC and is a Capitol Hill Correspondent for NBC News. She covered the 2020 presidential campaign, reporting on the campaigns of President Biden, Vice President Harris, Senator Elizabeth Warren and others. She also covered the Donald Trump White House and Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign.


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Volunteer for the Richmond Beach Community Association Halloween Carnival on October 26, 2024

The Richmond Beach Community Association (RBCA) is looking forward to celebrating Fall! 

See you at our Halloween Carnival on October 26, 2024 from 3-7pm, at Syre Elementary School, 19545 12th Ave NW, Shoreline WA 98177

For people with physical or sensory disabilities, we offer an early start at 2pm. 

Tickets are 2/$1 - food, games, cake walk, inflatables will all be available! 

Sign up now to volunteer or donate - it takes over 200 people to make this event a success!


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Gloria's Birds: Cooper's Hawk's my name, and preying's my game...

Photo copyright Gloria Z. Nagler
(Well, thought photog, I could tell that by those claws! 

A juvenile Cooper's Hawk because her eyes are yellow. Adult's eyes would be orange/red.)

--Gloria Z. Nagler



 




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Shorecrest tennis sweeps Archbishop Murphy

Zane Weber
Photo by Shannon Garbaccio
Shorecrest tennis
9-18-2024
Shorecrest 7 v Archbishop Murphy 0

Singles
  1. Indigo Vining (S) def. Nicholas Lewark 6-2, 6-0, 
  2. Ashton Johnson (S) def. Khaitan Hugnh 6-0, 6-2, 
  3. Zane Weber (S) def. Ethan Tong 6-0, 6-1 
  4. Miles Garbaccio def. (S) Rex Jobe 6-0, 6-0
Miles Garbaccio
Photo by Shannon Garbaccio
Doubles
  1. Shane McMullen-Nathaniel Skonier (S) def. Lachlan Shevlin-Owen Russell 6-4, 6-4 
  2. Noah Koehler-Keiran Viswanathan (S) def. Dimitri Lewark-Parker Campbell 6-1, 6-2
  3. Andrew Broweleit-Owen Watson (S) def. Eli Pratt-Xavier Wilson 6-0, 6-0

--Coach Rob Mann


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Shorecrest football wins big over the Everett Seagulls 9-13-2024

Shorecrest Scots football team

Wesco 3A South football
September 13, 2024
Everett Memorial Stadium
Shorecrest 35 – Everett 6
Overall record:  2-0
Conference record: 1-0

Following up on their season opening win at home against Lakeside, the Shorecrest Football team took on the Everett Seagulls at Everett Memorial Stadium.

With storm clouds on the horizon that proceeded to dump rain midway through the first quarter, the Scots showed some thunder of their own by scoring four times before halftime, adding one more score in the third quarter to prevail over ‘Gulls, 35-6.

Senior quarterback Danny Stephenson began the rout with a deep throw in the first quarter, hitting classmate Charlie Chen in stride behind the Everett defense for a 65 yard touchdown. Chen would end the night as the receiving leader, with 84 yards on four catches. Pavel Tatarinov, a junior, added the PAT to put the Scots up 7-0.

Tatarinov was perfect for the night, with five PATs in addition to his kickoff duties.

Minutes later, Stephenson, rolling right, hit senior Ben Chesnut who bullied his way into the north endzone for a 14 yard gain and the Scot’s second TD of the night. 

Following up on this score, senior Kenneth Adams, on a fourth down with two yards to go, decided to sprint 14 yards through the Everett defense for his first touchdown of the season, putting the Scots up 21-0.

Not to be outdone, senior Anthony Downing enjoyed his first varsity touchdown with what might have been the most electric play of the evening. From mid-field, Stephenson delivered a strike which Downing pulled in at the Everett 35 yard line. With one man to beat, Downing made a nifty move and then put on the afterburners to turn the catch into a 42 yard score. He finished the night with three receptions and 64 yards receiving.

Coming out after halftime, Chesnut would add a rushing TD to his total for the night, scoring from the Everett two yard line, to put the Scots up 35-0.

Defensively the Scots held the Seagulls to 30 yards on the ground, led by senior Max Beer. Beer, who returns as a second team all-Wesco pick at Linebacker, had five tackles for the night. Senior Soren Lirhus and sophomore Isaiah Blidchenko added 4.5 tackles each, with Lirhus also recovering an Everett fumble. 

Junior Michael Murray, also an all-Wesco second team pick last year at defensive tackle, blocked a ‘Gulls punt as well.

Shorecrest's next game is Friday night at Edmonds Stadium at 8pm where the Scots face the Lynnwood Royals. Edmonds-Woodway High School 7600 212th St SW, Edmonds, WA 98026

--Sports Desk


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Shorewood player in HeraldNet poll for Football Athlete of the Week

Tyler Giles, Shorewood football quarterback, has been nominated for the HeraldNet football player of the week for September 8-14, 2024.

The senior quarterback recorded two passing and two rushing touchdowns and compiled 178 total yards in Shorewood’s win against the Meadowdale.

He is currently third in the poll.



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King County Sheriff’s Office highlights National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week September 15 - 21

Photo courtesy KCSO
As part of the International Co-Responder Alliance (ICRA) National Co-Responder and Crisis Responder Week, the King County Sheriff’s Office is highlighting the importance of its Therapeutic Response Unit (TRU).

Formed in 2023, TRU partners mental health professionals with King County Sheriff’s deputies to respond to calls for service where de-escalation support would be most beneficial. These responses may also include behavioral health referrals and social service connections.

Two federal grants of close to $1 million each, will help the unit add at least five more mental health professionals to the current staff of two. Further expansion is planned after this year.

“The Therapeutic Response Unit is a necessary and evolving part of the Sheriff’s Office,” said Susie Kroll, Therapeutic Response Unit Program Manger & MHP. 
“Our goal is to continue to assess the needs of our communities, focus on where we can best serve, and get people the services they need as quickly as possible.”

Currently, the two-member TRU works Tuesday through Friday 7am to 5pm. Ideally, increased staffing will eventually lead to services daily from 7am to 1am, with a concentration on the locations in need of TRU the most.

The American Psychological Association estimates that 20% of all 911 calls are related to mental health and substance use issues.

“This is a program that, during what may be the hardest moment of someone’s life, can help provide the necessary support, while law enforcement can manage the public safety aspect of the situation,” said Kroll.

TRU supports all unincorporated King County, and most contract cities, including Metro and Sound Transit. In less than two years, TRU has met with more than 300 people and organizations to establish community partnerships, analyze needs, and foster social services connections.

See more about the Therapeutic Response Team and their work here.

Anyone with questions about TRU and the services provided can email kcsotru@kingcounty.gov.


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Leafline Walking Tour and Bike Ride in Shoreline/Edmonds Friday, September 20, 2024

Shoreline Interurban Trail ends at N 200th (yellow star) where riders go east to the Ballinger Commons Trail which goes north to SR 104 (red pin). After crossing the highway, riders continue on 76th seven blocks to join the Snohomish County portion of the Interurban Trail

Join Leafline and North Sound Bicycle Advocates on Friday, September 20, 2024 at 2pm for a walking tour to explore the gap in the Interurban Trail as it crosses SR-104 between King County and Snohomish County. 

North Sound Bicycle Advocates is spearheading the effort to close this gap via a bridge across SR-104.

The walking tour starts at Mathay-Ballinger Park in Edmonds, and a bike ride to the start will depart at 1:30pm from the newly opened Shoreline North/185th Link light rail station.

More information and RSVP here


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Reflections of the summer's end

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Photo by Wayne Pridemore

Reflections of summer's end.

As one door closes, another opens
Hello fall, we look forward to your colorful embrace. 
-- Unknown person

Summer ends on Sunday at 5:44am September 22, 2024

But Daylight Saving Time lasts until November 3, 2024


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What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline? September 18 - 24


By Kate Ledbetter, Destination Shoreline

What’s Happening this Week in Shoreline?

September 18 - 24


Exciting events are coming up in Shoreline! Get creative at the LEGO Block Party, or bring your broken items to Fix-It-Night at the Tool Library. 

Explore resilience at the Wisdom Café, and practice English skills at the Talk Time Class. Don’t miss the Friends of the Shoreline Library Book Sale or the Shoreline Library Walk. 

Plus, enjoy the Shoreline Farmers Market and dive into the music industry at the 6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit. Mark your calendars for these fun and educational community events!

For more details or visit https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar.

 

Lego Block Party
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Build together at an unstructured, creative play open-house. Stay for the entire session or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination! Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library. Registration not required.
 
Fix-It-Night @ Shoreline Tool Library
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shoreline Tool Library
Bring by your broken household items for a night of fixing and community building at the Shoreline Tool Library! It’s time to start collecting all those items around the house that need to be fixed but you don’t know how! Volunteers will help you fix and learn to fix your broken tools, lamps, toys, furniture, appliances, and any other broken items that you can carry in on your own. You are encouraged to enjoy the community of reuse! View the event calendar to register online.
 
Wisdom Café: Resilience!
Thursday, September 19, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Do you have it? How can you develop more? Share ways we have comeback from setbacks and gotten stronger. Wisdom Cafes provide space for older adults to engage in ongoing and facilitated conversations about livability issues affecting all people, as we grow. Registration not required.
 
Talk Time Class
Friday, September 20, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Richmond Beach Library
Practice speaking with other English language learners. Learn about American culture and meet people from around the world. Registration not required.
 
Friends of the Shoreline Library Book Sale
Friday, Saturday, Sunday September 20-22, 2024
Shoreline Library
The Friends of Shoreline Library are holding a book sale!
·        Friday, September 20, 5-7 pm: Pre-sale: Members only. Memberships available for purchase at the door for $10.
·        Saturday, September 21, 11 am-5 pm: General public.
·        Sunday, September 22, 12-4 pm: Bag Sale! Purchase a bag for $5 and fill it with as many books as you would like.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Shoreline Library and proceeds benefit the Shoreline Library.
 
Shoreline Library Walk
Saturday, September 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Meet above the Shoreline Public Library; park on 174th street, south of the library
From the library we will walk north to check out the new light-rail station at 185th, then loop around to go south to Northcrest Park in the Ridgecrest area.  We will then return to the library with a possible, optional stop at the Buddha Jewel Monastery. For a full list of walks visit www.ShorelineWA.gov/ShorelineWalks
 
Shoreline Farmers Market
Saturday, September 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
BikeLink Park & Ride
Shoreline's community hub for farm fresh & local foods, flowers, baked goods, local honey, live music, food trucks, kids programming, and so much more. Join us every Saturday through October 5th, located at the BikeLink Park & Ride (corner of 192nd & Aurora, across from Sky Nursery). 
 
6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit
Saturday, September 21, 2024
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
London Bridge Studio
6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit
Sonic Guild Seattle and the Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter present the 6th annual Shoreline Music Summit. The Summit will bring together music industry experts to discuss tools and strategies for building music careers. In addition, attendees will experience a deep dive into some historic recordings and the people that made them as well as live performances by amazing local musician. Admittance is based on capacity. Get there early to snag your seat!
 
Free but registration is required
Register at eventbrite - Shoreline Music Summit 2024
 
Shoreline Music Summit is brought to you by Sonic Guild, The Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter, City of Shoreline, Port of Seattle, and King County Creative
 
Reading Buddies at Shoreline Library
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Shoreline Library
Volunteers help students practice reading out loud. Two students are paired by reading level with each volunteer. Book selection focuses on readers in grades K-8 and English language learners in grades K-12. Reading Buddies share eBooks on an iPad. Books selection changes every two weeks. Students may bring a book to share. Look for volunteers wearing the green Reading Buddies t-shirt. Add your name to the sign-up sheet for a 30-minute spot at your reading level.
 
For more information and more upcoming events, visit the Shoreline events calendar on https://www.destinationshoreline.com/calendar
To have your event included please email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com.

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Teen Center back to school event Friday, September 20, 2024

Come to the Teen Center this Friday for our annual end-of-summer, back-to-school event! We will have lots of games, crafts, food, and more. The event starts a 4pm but the teen center is open from 2:30 to 9:00pm. 

Come and eat wings from Wingstop, play some basketball, some video games, and more!


Questions? aelliott@shorelinewa.gov

The Shoreline Teen Center is a free teen center for youth aged Middle School to 18 years old. The Center provides hot food as well as many activities. They have basketball, pool, ping pong, foosball, video games, and art daily.

All activities are free of charge and open to all local teens.


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National Voter Registration Day September 17


OLYMPIA — The Office of the Secretary of State invites Washingtonians to join the nationwide celebration of National Voter Registration Day (NVRD).

Eligible Washingtonians can easily register to vote or check their voter registration by visiting VoteWA.gov

To participate in the November 5 General Election, online or mailed registrations must be received by October 28, 2024. 

People can also register or update their information in person at a county elections office or voting center (Kenmore City Hall) until 8pm Election Day, November 5.

The Office of the Secretary of State will also be on hand to register voters at Tuesday’s Seattle Storm game.



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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Inflation



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Cascadia College and UW Bothell host Salmon Watch to showcase the salmon-bearing creek and wetland research on campus

Native kokanee salmon at Cascadia College
Photo courtesy Cascadia
BOTHELL, Wash - On October 15, 2024 at 4:00pm, Sustainability Offices of UW Bothell and Cascadia College invite the community for an evening of salmon education, wetland exploration, and discussions with ecology experts. 

Salmon Watch is free to attend and is happening at the Activities & Recreation Center (ARC) on the UW Bothell and Cascadia College campus. 

Aligning with the campus’s sustainability values, this event will educate the community on salmon biology and ecology, highlight local conservation work, and raise awareness about the salmon population on campus.

Faculty members Dr. Jeff Jensen and Midori Sakura will speak about salmon ecology, physiology, and conservation with emphasis on current research. 

There will be tours of the campus wetland and other family-friendly activities. Attendees can connect with local wildlife and conservation groups and learn about ways to support local salmon.

“We hope to be able to welcome the community to our sustainable campus right here in both, by hosting more wildlife focused events,” said Stephan Classen, Assistant Director of Sustainability at Cascadia College, 
“Salmon are so important, we are also working to feature local tribes and conservation groups, connecting in a variety of ways!”

Doors open at 3:30pm, and the event begins at 4:00pm. Register here

Cascadia College and UW Bothell’s joint campus hosts one of the largest wetland restoration projects on the west coast and is managed entirely pesticide free to support wildlife and climate action. 

The joint institutions have various commitments to sustainability and work with the Bothell community on sustainability efforts. Learn more about the sustainability programs:

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New fitness program in Mountlake Terrace

Instructor Sarah Love, dancing
A new fitness program is in Mountlake Terrace at Untamed Fitness & Martial Arts, called Nia, which has been around since 1983, over 40 years. 

Taught on Mondays at 9am and Wednesdays at Noon by Sarah Love, certified 1st Degree Black Belt instructor, the fitness program addresses the body in a functional and holistic approach.

The Nia class is held in the back room of the gym located at 22313 70th Ave W, #L1A in Mountlake Terrace

The floor is covered in martial arts mats - great for a barefoot fitness class. 

Nia combines simple dance moves with martial arts and healing arts to provide a total body workout that includes the mind, emotions and spirit. 

“Feeling good inside and out is the goal,” says Love. “I’ve been doing this practice since 1999 and am enjoying the benefits of a healthy body and life which is great for aging.”

For those wanting to try Nia, drop-in cost is $20 and the 2nd class is free. Students can also buy a 4-card class for $60 good for either Monday or Wednesday classes. Payment can be made at the gym before class or online here.

Love has taught Nia since the end of 2001 throughout the Seattle area including the Lynnwood Recreation Center. Nia is adaptable for all body types and ages.

“Give it a try. Your body will love it,” adds Love.

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Another moon shot

 
Photo by Jo Simmons

Here's another view of Monday's Super Moon from photographer Jo Simmons.



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Presentation on residential heat pumps in Kenmore - open to all

The City of Kenmore is hosting a residential heat pump information session. 

The session is open to Shoreline and Lake Forest Park residents. It will focus on rebates, installers and maintenance.

When: September 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: Kenmore City Hall, 18120 68th NE, Kenmore


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PSE Customers can get free home electrification assessment

Do you have gas in your home provided by Puget Sound Energy? 

If so, you can get a Go Electric: Home Electrification Assessment.

This is from the PSE website:

What you get?

Active PSE single family natural gas customers can receive a FREE home electrification assessment that includes: 
  • An energy saving home improvement plan with guidance on how to go electric
  • $50 gift card for participating and up to $50 for referring others ($25 per referral; up to 2)
What are the benefits?

A home electrification assessment can help you plan for energy-saving home improvements and create a roadmap for switching to an electric lifestyle (home heating, electric vehicle charging, solar, and more). 

The post-assessment report will also include suggested resources such as utility rebates, and incentives from local, state and federal agencies. 

While in the comfort of your own home, you and your Electrification Coach will complete the home electrification assessment in approximately 60 minutes.

Assessments are provided by our trusted partner, Franklin Energy, one of PSE’s service providers.

Do I qualify?

Free home electrification assessments are available for all active single family PSE natural gas customers.

Get started

Sign-up now for a home electrification assessment.

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Sunflower Seed Café

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Photo by Lee Wolfe

A Shoreline sunflower garden is attracting a local clientele.

Photo by Lee Wolfe

A beautiful Steller's Jay got up close to get to the seeds.


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Tommy Collins selected as Shoreline’s new Police Chief

New Shoreline Police Chief
Tommy Collins
City Manager Bristol Ellington has selected Tommy Collins of the King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) to be the City’s new Police Chief. 

Collins replaces Kelly Park who was promoted to Chief of the Patrol Operations Division of KCSO. 

Collins' first day will be September 28, 2024. Captain Brian Angelo is currently serving as the interim Police Chief.

Collins has been with KCSO for over 25 years and is currently the Chief of Police for Maple Valley. (Maple Valley, like Shoreline, is a contract city with KCSO.) 

Prior to becoming Chief in Maple Valley, Collins held numerous positions within KCSO. These include patrol, storefront deputy, school resource deputy, Field Training Officer, Master Police Officer, and Detective for the Joint Transit Anti-Terrorism Team.

In 2015, Collins was promoted to Sergeant for KCSO and served as a patrol sergeant and an administrative sergeant for both KCSO Precinct 2 and the City of Maple Valley. 

During his tenure as a sergeant, Collins was recognized as Precinct 2’s Sergeant of the Year in 2015, and Precinct 3’s Sergeant of the Year in 2018. 

In April 2020, Collins was promoted to Captain and served as the administrative Captain for KCSO’s Sound Transit contract. 

In 2021, Collins was selected to take over KCSO’s Special Operations section, where he served until his selection as Chief of Police for the City of Maple Valley.

Prior to joining KCSO, Collins served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln and completed two deployments to the Middle East.

Collins has an Associate of Arts degree from the Florida Institute of Technology, a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington State University, and an Executive MBA from Washington State University. In addition, he is a graduate of the Police Executive Research Forum’s Senior Management Institute for Police, as well as from the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Program.

“I look forward to working with Chief Collins,” stated City Manager Bristol Ellington. “He is committed to transparency and leading a police force that everyone in the Shoreline community can be proud of and where everyone feels respected.”
“I am honored that the City of Shoreline has chosen me to be their new Chief of Police,” said Collins. “This is a wonderful community, and I am excited to be here. I am looking forward to serving the residents of Shoreline.”

The City’s Leadership Team, a community panel made up of Shoreline residents and business owners, and the City Manager, interviewed two candidates forwarded by KCSO. 

In addition, the City hosted a virtual public forum to allow the candidates to introduce themselves to the community and to answer questions.

Rather than administering its own police force, the City of Shoreline contracts with KCSO for police services. Officers work for King County but are dedicated to Shoreline so they get to know the community. The police chief reports to the King County Sheriff and the Shoreline City Manager.


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King County Metro Transit Instruction Program for Seniors and people with disabilities

Using public transportation can feel challenging or frightening for many people. 

In an effort to help seniors and people with disabilities gain confidence and learn ridership skills, the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center welcomes King County Metro for a group instruction program that aims to introduce independent bus riding!

You will learn to safely and confidently use public transportation. Participants will learn about paying bus fare, using an Orca card, how to find bus stops, how to communicate with the driver, how to exit at the correct stop and general problem solving during your time riding the bus.

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King County Council passes motion expressing opposition to passage of State Initiative 2117

At its September 10, 2024 meeting, the King County Council passed Proposed Motion 2024-0272 (Motion 16662), a motion expressing the Council's opposition to the passage of state Initiative 2117.

The initiative, if approved by voters, would repeal sections of the Climate Commitment Act and prohibit state agencies from implementing any kind of carbon tax credit trading.

The text of Motion 16662 can be found here.


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Before the moon came out - a surprise in the sky

Photo by Barbara Twaddell

There was no advance notice of auroras in our skies, yet there it was - captured by Shoreline resident Barbara Twaddell.



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Monday's Super Moon

Photo by Jan Hansen
By the time it got dark, the partial eclipse had passed. 

There was still a bit of color in Monday night's super moon.

--Jan Hansen


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Tickets available for Kruckeberg Garden Party event on September 28, 2024

The Kruckeberg 
annual Garden Party raises funds to keep the Garden a community asset with the MsK Nursery, adult and children nature programs, and staffed with knowledgeable horticulturalists.

The gala event is less than two weeks away. 

They would be delighter to have more community members join them at the Innis Arden Clubhouse 1430 NW 188th St, Shoreline WA 98177 on Saturday September 28, 2024. 

We still have tickets to sell! 

Support the continued growth and popularity of our own Botanic Garden. 



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Jobs: WSDOT Occupational Safety and Health Professional 3 (In-Training)

WSDOT
Occupational Safety and Health Professional 3 (In-Training)
Shoreline, WA – Headquarters
$50,387 - $102,942 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking an Occupational Safety and Health Professional 3 to provide consultation and training on the development and implementation of the safety program for the Northwest Region in Shoreline, WA. 

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring WSDOT's compliance with safety policies, rules, and regulations. This position can be filled at a lower level, which would be an in-training opportunity. 

In this role, you will actively work to enhance the culture of safety and work with all levels of staff to identify and implement safety and health improvements. If you are committed to safety and health, are an effective communicator and trainer, and possess a willingness to travel throughout the region, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Job description and application


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Shorecrest tennis sweeps Glacier Peak 9-16-2024

Indigo Vining
 
Photo by Shannon Garbaccio
Shorecrest tennis
9-16-2024
Shorecrest 7 v Glacier Park 0

Singles
  1. Indigo Vining (S) def. Nathan Olson 1-6, 6-4, 6-3, 
  2. Ashton Johnson (S) def. Max Hamlot 6-1, 6-3
  3. Zane Weber (S) def. Abinav Mederametla 6-0, 6-4, 
  4. Miles Garbaccio (S) def. Marcus Xu 6-2, 6-3.
Ashton Johnson
Photo by Shannon Garbaccio
Doubles
  1. Shane McMullen-Nathaniel Stonier (S) def. Trishank Methukula-Parker Chaquette 2-6, 7-6(1), 10-5, 
  2. Luca Stacey - Andrew Broweleit (S) def. Dalton Olson-Jason Kim 6-3, 7-5, 
  3. Shyam Srinivasan-Keiran Viswanathan (S) def. Ryan MaCauley-Tommy Weiss 2-6, 6-2, 10-6.
--Coach Rob Mann


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Prison Banned Books Week at Third Place Books September 22-28, 2024

During Prison Banned Books Week (Sept. 15-21) and Banned Books Week (Sept. 22-28), a generous donor will match your purchase when you buy a book from this wish-list for Books to Prisoners.
 
Books to Prisoners is a Seattle-based nonprofit that has been sending free books to individuals in prison for over 50 years. 

They do this because they believe that reading is an essential element of education, self-empowerment, and in breaking the cycle of recidivism.

Support this effort by buying a book for Books to Prisoners that will foster a love of reading, or illuminate a new path forward, or supply tools for post-prison success.

Link to the Wish List here

This wish list is valid through August 20, 2025.

Third Place Books is located on the upper level to Town Center, intersection Bothell and Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park 98155.


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6th Shoreline Music Summit at London Bridge Studio September 21, 2024

6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit on Saturday, September 21 · 11am - 6pm PDT featuring educational panels and networking for local musicians will be held at London Bridge Studio 20021 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline WA 98155.

Join us for the 6th Annual Shoreline Music Summit, presented by Sonic Guild Seattle and The Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter. 

This all-day event is a unique opportunity for music industry professionals and local musicians to connect, learn, and grow their careers. 

Featuring insightful panels, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities, the Summit will provide practical tools and strategies for navigating the music industry.

Admission is Free with RSVP. Register here. Admittance is based on capacity, so arrive early to secure your spot!

Schedule:
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Coffee & Check-in
  • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Panel 1 - Producers Fireside Chat
  • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Panel 2 - Music Managers AMA
  • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Songwriters Keynote with PARISALEXA & Breakout Groups
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Reception with pizza & drinks
  • 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM: "PNW Heroes" Songwriters Circle (Separate RSVP)
Highlights:
  • Producers Fireside Chat: An intimate discussion between producers and artists on the creative process and collaboration.
  • Music Managers AMA: Get your questions answered by top industry managers. Submit questions in advance during the RSVP process here.
  • Songwriters Keynote & Breakout: Gain insights and connect with songwriting experts through keynote speeches and breakout sessions.
  • "PNW Heroes" Songwriters Showcase: Celebrate local talent in a collaborative performance setting. (Separate RSVP required for this session.)

This event is brought to you by Sonic Guild Seattle, The Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter, City of Shoreline, Port of Seattle, and King County Creative.

Watch last year's panels on YouTube:

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