Road safety, tree canopy, city budget: Lake Forest Park residents address concerns to City Council at first town hall
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| About 100 people attend the LFP Town Hall on May 20, 2026 Photo courtesy Third Place Commons |
By Nick Ng
About 100 people attended Lake Forest Park’s first town hall event Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Third Place Commons. After Mayor Tom French and councilmembers introduced themselves, some residents lined up on either side of the stage to ask them a question. Councilmembers Ellyn Saunders and Matt Muilenburg were not in attendance.
Third Place Commons Board of Directors Vice Chair Erika Olson moderated the event. “[A] town hall is an enduring tradition that has been with us since the very beginning, earliest days of our American democracy, and that’s pretty cool to continue to uphold that tradition,” she said.
Road safety, e-motos
Lake Forest Park resident Catherine said road and pedestrian safety near her home in Horizon View is a concern. She described walking in front of her house as “death-defying” because she has two grandchildren who are deaf, and she said they won’t hear approaching cars from her driveway.
Catherine also talked about motorized bikes and scooters “zooming around Horizon View Park.”
“Do people need to have helmets or not?” she asked. “I remember when my granddaughter was about 10 months old, and she walked on the park walkways. I’d be terrified to have her up there right now.”
French acknowledged that e-bikes and e-motorcycles are a problem. “I can tell you right now that when I talk to the 37 mayors around this Puget Sound region, every one of them has had really serious issues around the country,” he said. “Sadly, there are fatalities, and the fatalities are largely in teens, and that’s just unacceptable.”
According to Senate Bill 6434 that Washington State Legislature passed in 2018, there are three classes of e-bikes or “electric-assisted bicycles”:
- Class 1: The e-bike’s motor provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and stops assisting when the e-bike reaches 20 miles per hour.
- Class 2: The e-bike has a throttle that can propel the e-bike and cannot provide assistance when the e-bike reaches 20 miles per hour.
- Class 3: Same as Class 1 except the motor stops assistance when the e-bike reaches 28 miles per hour.
E-motorcycles or e-motos, however, can vary between 4 to more than 40 horsepower.
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| Mayor Tom French (far right) and members of the LFP City Council answered questions Photo courtesy Third Place Commons |
Regarding helmets, French said Lake Forest Park has an ordinance on wearing helmets when riding a bike. “It’s a full stop,” he said.
French said that Interim Police Chief Diego Zanella is working on the ordinances and will bring them to the City Council for consideration. He added that the Lake Forest Police Police have a new motorcycle, which will be used for traffic law enforcement, including all cyclists.
“We see people going by 35 or 40 miles an hour,” French said, referring to e-motos on the Burke-Gilman Trail. “It’s a miracle that we haven’t had issues.”
Tree canopy
Lake Forest Park Tree Board member Ross Baarslag-Benson told the Council that the City’s existing tree canopy is one of the “most effective things we can do for climate change and air quality” and “one of the biggest qualities of our Lake Forest Park.” He said that planting small trees takes many years to grow and give an adequate canopy, and the invasive English ivy is already covering some trees.
Councilmember Larry Goldman, who is also the council liaison to the Tree Board, said the board has a strong tree ordinance that prevents trees from being cut down and requires new trees planted to replace the lost canopy.
He said some board members have already proposed strengthening protections by revising the City’s ordinance on increasing the protection of larger-diameter trees because they are the “keystone species that provide a lot of biodiversity.”
Regarding ivy removal, Goldman said the City pays into the King Conservation District, which in turn maintains a fund of about $100,000 that the City can spend on any conservation project. He said that money might be used to support more ivy-removal and tree-health work.
Sound Transit bus lane
A Lake Forest Park resident, who did not identify himself, talked about the proposed Sound Transit bus lane project along State Route 522/ Bothell Way through Lake Forest Park. He recalled a community meeting at Lake Forest Park Elementary School about two years ago that drew about 400 people, adding that “everyone there was in opposition to the bus lane.”
He said the scale and the cost of the project, which he alleged to be $600,000 to $900,000, would involve cutting down about 400 trees and constructing a 9,000-foot concrete wall.
“You know what big problem is this solving? It’s to move people two minutes faster on buses that are halfway filled,” he said, adding that the project be “scrapped.”
Councilmember Paula Good said while “it's hard to stop a train as big as Sound Transit,” she said many residents may not fully understand the project’s potential impacts because they do not live near the SR 522 corridor. She also said she had not seen heavy bus ridership — no more than eight people during rush hour — and did not believe the project was necessary.
“I think [Sound Transit] is probably going to have a big sticker shock when they do see that because…9,000 feet of dirt is a lot of dirt, a lot of diesel.”
French said the bus lane project is part of the regional network with costs at about $561 million, based on 2021 estimates. “We said, absolutely not. You do not own those properties. We’re not going to submit permits on behalf of somebody who’s not in agreement with you.”
“There’s a whole scoop of people on 150th Place, and they’re all in opposition right now,” Goode said. “None of them have signed permits, so the process with Sound Transit is they cannot submit any permits until every property that they need has a possession-and-use agreement.”
Lake Forest Park Tree Board member Ross Baarslag-Benson told the Council that the City’s existing tree canopy is one of the “most effective things we can do for climate change and air quality” and “one of the biggest qualities of our Lake Forest Park.” He said that planting small trees takes many years to grow and give an adequate canopy, and the invasive English ivy is already covering some trees.
“What I’d love for the Council to do is to be creative and think about ways that we can help that,” Baarslang-Benson said. “It would be wonderful if we could go to Sound Transit and say, look, instead of planting these community trees someplace that’s not going to help us, provide us money so that we can hire two full-time arborists. Is that something that the Council can get behind?”
Councilmember Larry Goldman, who is also the council liaison to the Tree Board, said the board has a strong tree ordinance that prevents trees from being cut down and requires new trees planted to replace the lost canopy.
He said some board members have already proposed strengthening protections by revising the City’s ordinance on increasing the protection of larger-diameter trees because they are the “keystone species that provide a lot of biodiversity.”
Regarding ivy removal, Goldman said the City pays into the King Conservation District, which in turn maintains a fund of about $100,000 that the City can spend on any conservation project. He said that money might be used to support more ivy-removal and tree-health work.
Sound Transit bus lane
A Lake Forest Park resident, who did not identify himself, talked about the proposed Sound Transit bus lane project along State Route 522/ Bothell Way through Lake Forest Park. He recalled a community meeting at Lake Forest Park Elementary School about two years ago that drew about 400 people, adding that “everyone there was in opposition to the bus lane.”
He said the scale and the cost of the project, which he alleged to be $600,000 to $900,000, would involve cutting down about 400 trees and constructing a 9,000-foot concrete wall.
“You know what big problem is this solving? It’s to move people two minutes faster on buses that are halfway filled,” he said, adding that the project be “scrapped.”
Councilmember Paula Good said while “it's hard to stop a train as big as Sound Transit,” she said many residents may not fully understand the project’s potential impacts because they do not live near the SR 522 corridor. She also said she had not seen heavy bus ridership — no more than eight people during rush hour — and did not believe the project was necessary.
“I think [Sound Transit] is probably going to have a big sticker shock when they do see that because…9,000 feet of dirt is a lot of dirt, a lot of diesel.”
French said the bus lane project is part of the regional network with costs at about $561 million, based on 2021 estimates. “We said, absolutely not. You do not own those properties. We’re not going to submit permits on behalf of somebody who’s not in agreement with you.”
“There’s a whole scoop of people on 150th Place, and they’re all in opposition right now,” Goode said. “None of them have signed permits, so the process with Sound Transit is they cannot submit any permits until every property that they need has a possession-and-use agreement.”
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| People lined up on both sides of the room to ask questions of their elected officials Photo courtesy Third Place Commons |
City budget prioritization
Lake Forest Park resident Maddie Larson asked the Council what evidence and decision-making process they use to prioritize projects, such as safer streets, environmental goals, housing, climate and financial resilience.
Deputy Mayor Tracy Furutani said the Council relies on Finance Director Lindsey Vaughn and her staff to give them proposals. “That gives us a handle, at least one significant number on what some of these things that we proposed [would] cost,” he said. “We take that into account when we set up priorities as a Council. When the budget comes out later this year, you’ll see those priorities reflected in that.”
However, Furutani said there are “unintended consequences” that are outside of the City’s control, such as the state’s reduction of public defender caseloads, which “immediately tripled our public defense costs.”
“We tried to build in the cushion when the mayor talks about the fiscal cliff,” Furutani said. “He’s talking about the City requiring a 16% reserve. That is to say 16% of our operating funds has to be held in reserve for these kinds of emergencies. We don’t want to dip into that as much as we can, and so we’re basically trying to anticipate some of these unintended costs that we weren’t aware of at the beginning of the year by basically being as prudent as we can with our priorities.”
Other issues brought up include:
- How neighbors will be involved and informed before any change making NE 180th Street/Perkins Way one-way;
- Whether the City’s emergency management plan is truly “shelf‑ready” and operational in a major disaster scenario;
- Concerns about reasonable use exceptions (RUEs), their cost and risk to neighbors and the environment, and whether a moratorium or shift in burden of proof is possible.
Kick off summer with the ultimate PNW day trip: oyster farm tour + beach picnic
Long-time family-owned business partners Town & Country Markets and Johnson & Gunstone Shellfish are teaming up to bring Seattleites an authentic farm-to-shore experience unlike anything else on the summer calendar.
Event details:
When: Saturday, May 30, 2026, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Where:
- Meeting location: Johnson & Gunstone Shellfish Farm at 3503 Old Gardiner Road, Sequim, WA, 98382
- Beach picnic location: 1215 Linger Longer Road, Quilcene, WA 98376
More information is available on the event page HERE
Attendees will begin with an educational tour giving an exclusive look behind the scenes of a historic, sixth-generation family-owned and operated shellfish farm to learn the craft of oyster farming from the experts.
Attendees will begin with an educational tour giving an exclusive look behind the scenes of a historic, sixth-generation family-owned and operated shellfish farm to learn the craft of oyster farming from the experts.
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| J&G oyster grounds |
Afterward, guests can relax and indulge in a charming beach picnic with freshly harvested oysters, seasonal salads, charcuterie boards, and refreshing beverages paired with live music and stunning views.
The event is made possible by two beloved local businesses bound by shared values and a love for the region.
When pandemic-era restaurant closures left J&G without buyers for their shellfish, a cold call to a beloved neighborhood market sparked a meaningful, lasting partnership. Today, T&C sources hundreds of pounds of J&G clams and oysters every week across all six of its markets — product that travels straight from the farm's own tanks to the store’s within the hour.
For locals who have enjoyed J&G oysters and clams at T&C's seafood counter for years, Field & Feast is a rare chance to meet the harvesters and experience their favorite meal at its very freshest.
Learn more about the partnership HERE. Contrasting Yin & Yang In Back To Back State Tournament Soccer Victories for Shorewood
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| Shorewood fans were glued to the action in an exciting game against Eastside Catholic Photo by Patrick Deagen |
By TCA
Shorewood Stormrays
Last Friday evening, May 22, 2026 with the setting sun casting long shadows in Edmonds Stadium, #2 Shorewood faced their eighth-final opponent, #18 Mountain View, which seemed a mismatch based on RPI.
Last Saturday afternoon, May 23, 2026 overcast and cloudy in the familiar confines of Shoreline Stadium, #2 Shorewood faced their quarter-final opponent, #7 Eastside Catholic, seemingly a step up in quality from Mountain View.
The comeback complete, he is instantly mobbed, until attention must refocus on closing out the remaining time. Fatigue, cramp and injuries delay the game as the clock ticks down to the dreaded two minutes. The ball zips from one end to another as Crusaders desperately mount a few more incursions that Rays defense must boot away - left, right, forwards, anywhere, as they cling on.
Alas, the dance is over for the Scots, as they lick their wounds, and fold their tents, to prepare for another campaign next year. A potential Shoreline El Clasico derby in the semi-final has been averted. #19 Edmonds-Woodway bows out in the eighth-final to #3 Silas, 3-0. At the midway point of the State playoffs, #1 Mercer Island rolled #8 Lakeside, 4-0; #11 Bishop Blanchet upsets #3 Silas, 3-2 (OT); #4 Gig Harbor knocks out #12 Mount Vernon, 2-0.
EPILOGUE: For those of you die-hard fanatics still reading (all three of you), the State quarter-finals have concluded.
And so it proved as the Rays struck within six minutes with #10 firing into the bottom left instead of his usual contralateral side, 1-0. With the majority of possession, it was only a matter of time, namely twenty minutes later, with the ball bouncing around in the box, #19 slams it home, 2-0.
Rays seemed to ease off, as the Thunder had not laid a glove on their goal, and keeper #22 had a tranquil game so far. After the half, at the midway point, a corner kick from the right by Shorewood was aimed towards the far post, where it solidly met the stout head of #16, into the net, 3-0.
Even though Rays were by then subbing liberally, the bench proved no less motivated to score, and in the final quarter, defender #3 broke loose on the left of the box, with his best imitation of a striker, fires a low shot into the bottom right, 4-0. Then a free kick from midfielder #11 was pushed away by the keeper only to reach the poacher #19, who coolly applies the coup de grace, 5-0.
The Rays dispatched the first in (hopefully) a succession of matches – get the win and move on, to the quarterfinal on home turf.
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| Quick action in a fast moving game with Eastside Catholic Photo by Patrick Deagen |
Last Saturday afternoon, May 23, 2026 overcast and cloudy in the familiar confines of Shoreline Stadium, #2 Shorewood faced their quarter-final opponent, #7 Eastside Catholic, seemingly a step up in quality from Mountain View.
Going in to the match, spirits were high after a thumping win the night before. At the half, and two penalty kicks later (against the Rays), Shorewood was down by 0-2. The quibbles regarding the merits of the referee decisions are immaterial, as the only immutable fact was the score - zero goals for, two goals against, with forty minutes to go.
Rays were staring into the abyss, but Coach Warner’s halftime pep talk reminded them of a league match about a month ago, against Shorecrest, where they faced this same scenario. In that game they made a comeback in the second half, to win 4-2, i.e. not to panic and play on. It harkens back to that WW2 British motivational poster to Keep Calm And Carry On, which leads to Winston Churchill’s declaration that this would be “their finest hour”.
Could the Rays seize the day against adversity with a comeback for the ages? Within the first minute we had our answer. Shorewood came flying out with their hair on fire, tricky winger #23 streaking down the right side, beating the fullback with sheer pace. A perfectly weighted cutback pass reaches the surging forward #9 who smashes it with venom into the goal, 1-2!
The entire team erupts with a roar, and belief that all was not lost. The Crusaders were taken aback by this surge in speed and energy, as every Ray chased, tackled and snatched the ball with alacrity. Five minutes later, from a long throw-in, the ball pings around the box, inviting the blue appendage of #16 to deliver a dagger into goal, 2-2!
Eastside Catholic was reeling but would not go quietly into the good night, as they resisted the rolling tide with ball control and precision passing. For the next half-hour, it seemed as if the Stormray rally had petered out, with Crusaders realizing that Rays’ forward push left gaps in the back for their strikers to exploit.
Having survived the onslaught, it seemed strategic for Eastside Catholic to regroup, and play for OT, if not PKs. With the clock ticking down, the impending lottery of a penalty shootout was looming ever closer.
With five minutes left, Shorewood refused to tie, and another corner kick reaches #4, who artfully glances the ball to the middle, where unmarked striker #17 unleashes a bolt through the throng, unerringly into the back of the net, 3-2!
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| Stormrays sharing the joy of victory with fans Photo by Patrick Deagen |
The comeback complete, he is instantly mobbed, until attention must refocus on closing out the remaining time. Fatigue, cramp and injuries delay the game as the clock ticks down to the dreaded two minutes. The ball zips from one end to another as Crusaders desperately mount a few more incursions that Rays defense must boot away - left, right, forwards, anywhere, as they cling on.
Stoppage time seemed more than two minutes, it felt more like twenty minutes, an excruciating eternity for the crowd to live and die with every twist and bounce. The final whistle eventually blows, and both teams collapse, having given it their all on the field.
One is reminded of the wisdom of that old Roman, Seneca, who proclaimed that luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity, as the Rays zealously grasped their moment firmly with both hands (and feet). Upset averted, Shorewood avoided going home and instead move on to the semi-final in one week, at Sparks Stadium.
Shorecrest Scots
Shorecrest Scots
Back to last Friday evening, in the hinterlands of Tacoma’s outskirts, #6 Shorecrest faced their eighth-final opponent #11 Bishop Blanchet. Their records and RPI suggested a pretty even contest, with the Scots hoping to advance to the quarter-final against #3 Silas.
The Bears scored the first two goals, and led 0-2 at the half. The valiant Scots rallied to pull one back, 1-2, but within eight minutes, Blanchet responded with a third goal, 1-3, to shut the door on Shorecrest’s State run.
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| Shorecrest run ends with Round 2 Shorewood continues into the semifinal |
Alas, the dance is over for the Scots, as they lick their wounds, and fold their tents, to prepare for another campaign next year. A potential Shoreline El Clasico derby in the semi-final has been averted. #19 Edmonds-Woodway bows out in the eighth-final to #3 Silas, 3-0. At the midway point of the State playoffs, #1 Mercer Island rolled #8 Lakeside, 4-0; #11 Bishop Blanchet upsets #3 Silas, 3-2 (OT); #4 Gig Harbor knocks out #12 Mount Vernon, 2-0.
EPILOGUE: For those of you die-hard fanatics still reading (all three of you), the State quarter-finals have concluded.
These are the semi-final matchups: #1 Mercer Island vs #4 Gig Harbor, and #2 Shorewood vs #11 Bishop Blanchet, for the right to meet in the final, and be crowned State Champions.
Tired of the mundane, humdrum, workaday dreary tedium, monotony and routine? Your heart may skip a beat (or three), you may become short of breath, you might become dizzy with delirium. Come one, come all, join the circus at Sparks Stadium in Puyallup 601 7th Ave - semi-finals will be on Friday 5/29, the finale on Saturday 5/30.
Shorewood baseball finishes run in second round of state tournament
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| Relief pitcher Max Rojas gets handed the ball in the fourth inning. Photo by Chris Stuvek |
In the second round of the state baseball tournament at Auburn High School, the Shorewood Stormrays lost to #4 seed Decatur 8-6, ending their run.
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| Daniel Morgan lines an RBI single in the top of the fifth inning. Photo by Chris Stuvek |
The Stormrays jumped to an early 2-0 lead in the top of the first inning, then fell short in a seventh inning comeback with the tying runs on base.
Man dies on train tracks in Shoreline
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| Scene of death on railroad tracks |
The Train Operator attempted to get his attention by blowing the train horn but was unsuccessful.
KCSO Deputies arrived on scene along with Shoreline Fire but the man was declared dead at the scene.
Train service returned to normal a little after 9pm.
The case is under investigation.
Social Justice Sunday - respect for troops killed in US - Iran War
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| At Shoreline-Edmonds line - a moving display at sign-waving before Memorial Day Photo by Pamela Mieth |
By Pamela Mieth
Signs paying respect to American troops killed so far during the U.S.-Iran war lined Aurora Avenue North at the "Social Justice Sundays" sign-waving this weekend.
Coming the day before Memorial Day, one attendee had made and planted the signs bearing the name, rank, hometown, and date and location they were killed, and attached to each was a small American flag.
The display was simple and moving to the nearly 60 attendees and many folks driving by on a beautifully sunny afternoon, driving home how important it is our country's foreign policy and military decisions are carried out with care, and that Congress is involved when committing our troops to war.
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| So much corruption Photo courtesy Pam Cross |
With two helpers to keep an eye out for oncoming traffic, the trio managed to scoop them out of the roadway before, it is hoped, any tires could be damaged.
Non-perishable food and toiletry items will be accepted for donation to a local organization assisting those in need.
Everyday Activists (@everydayshoreline.bsky.social) has one more sign-waving scheduled in May (next Sunday, 5/31), 1-2pm at the intersection of Aurora Avenue North and N 205th St, at the Shoreline-Edmonds line.
Non-perishable food and toiletry items will be accepted for donation to a local organization assisting those in need.
Additional audition times for Newsies at Shoreline College Theater
2 to 4pm in the #1600 campus theater, followed by callbacks 5 to 10pm. 16101 Greenwood Ave N.
Also accepting video submissions through Friday May 29, 2026 at 10am.
Email WPPsummermusical@gmail.com for details and the audition links.
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Norwegian Independence Day parade May 17 - Syttende Mai
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| Norwegian flags and traditional dress were the order of the day at the Syttende Mai parade in Ballard. |
By Diane Hettrick
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| The Leif Erickson Lodge was represented |
My Norwegian relative always puts on her finest and goes early to get a good place for the Syttende Mai independence day parade in Ballard.
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| Beautiful dresses |
Considering that I have at least five local friends who were born in Norway, I'm always surprised that Shoreline doesn't have a May 17 parade. If I know that many, there must be a lot more.
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| The Ballard High School marching band |
But Ballard wins the day.
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| The Interlake High School band |
We've had many visits from the Norwegian royal family. The King of Norway's most recent visit was 2015. King Harald V and Queen Sonja visited Ballard, unveiled refurbished murals at Bergen Place, and participated in Pacific Lutheran University's commencement ceremonies in Tacoma.
And then they went to Washington D.C.
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| A brass band |
They weren't here this year but that hardly dampened spirits.
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| And a Viking longboat |
The first place I lived in Seattle was in Ballard. One day I went to the fishmonger and there were two young mothers with their babies in strollers, having an animated conversation in Norwegian. The block I lived on is gone now, replaced by enormous apartment buildings and the Nordic Heritage Museum.
I think that the Ballard Safeway still carries lutefisk.
--Photos by Lene Ellingsen Carpp
Flowers along the garden path
Sunday, May 24, 2026
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| Photo by Gordon Snyder |
Gordon Snyder got up close and personal with a rhododendron blossom at Animal Acres Park in Lake Forest Park.
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| Photo by Gordon Snyder |
Then he found a lovely iris. He was actually there to see the Demonstration Garden, but had to stop to admire the flowers.
Explore the World with Shoreline Continuing Education’s Non-Credit Travel Program
Are you ready to start your next adventure? Join us on campus for a FREE informational meeting to learn about the incredible non-credit travel opportunities offered by Shoreline College Continuing Education and our partner Collette Travel.
This is your chance to explore new destinations, meet fellow travel enthusiasts, and plan your next dream vacation.
DATE: 5/27/2026
TIME: 5:00 – 6:15 pm
PLACE: 4000 Building, Library Meeting Room #4214
Shoreline College 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133
Downloadable fliers with all the trip details will be available on our Continuing Education Travel page.
Downloadable fliers with all the trip details will be available on our Continuing Education Travel page.
We also have printed fliers available on campus, and can mail copies if you let us know. Check out our planned trips below by clicking on the titles or visit the CE Travel Webpage.
RSVP for the next information meeting on May 27, 2026 in the Library or just drop in - we will see a presentation regarding the 2026 Fall trip itineraries.
Email us at: continuing-ed@shoreline.edu if you need further assistance.
2026 trips planned
2027 trips being planned
Shoreline College
2026 trips planned
- Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park - Aug 25–31, 2026
- Greece Island Hopper - Sept 4-14, 2026
- Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside - Sept 12-22, 2026
- Best of Eastern Canadian Cities & Fall Colors - Toronto, Quebec City & Montreal - October 4 - 12, 2026
- Discover Scotland - Oct 3 – 12, 2026
- Explore Tuscany - Oct 17 – 25, 2026
- Iceland's Magical Northern Lights Discovery - Nov 28 – Dec 4, 2026
- Discover Southern Italy & Sicily - Nov 28 – Dec 11, 2026
2027 trips being planned
- Tour of Pennsylvania and Amish country May 3-9, 2027
- Switzerland: May 30-June 8, 2027 (Save your seat by 11/30)
- Pre-Release Europe: Shades of Ireland - TBA August 2027
- Fall Colors of New England - Sept 27-Oct 4 (Confirm by 3/27/27)
- Colors of Morocco- Oct 10-23, 2027 (Save your seat by 3/11/27)
- Pre-Release: Asia - Kingdoms of Southeast Asia - TBA Nov 2027
- Pre-Release Europe: Spotlight on London - TBA December 2027
Shoreline College
16101 Greenwood Avenue N, Shoreline WA 98133
Shorecrest soccer qualifies for State then eliminated in first round
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| Shorecrest senior goalkeeper dives but can't stop a Bishop Blanchet goal late in the first half of the Scots-Bears 3A State tournament game played Friday in University Place. |
Photos by Doug Petrowski
The Shorecrest boys varsity soccer team made it to the State competition this year, but were eliminated in the first round with a 3-1 loss to Bishop Blanchet on May 22, 2026.
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| Shorecrest junior Eli Barr executes a throw-in during the Scots-Bears 3A State tourney match played Friday in University Place. |
May 22nd
State Tournament-First Round
Shorecrest-1 v Bishop Blanchet-3
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Goal Against
38th
Goal Against
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Goal: Ashton Johnson
Assist: Ameen Tirhi
62nd
Goal Against
Shorecrest Coach Teddy Mitalas (center, in green) and his Scots squad pause after their 3-1 defeat to Bishop Blanchet in a 3A State tournament match played Friday in University Place.
Shorecrest-1 v Bishop Blanchet-3
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| Bishop Blanchet senior goalkeeper Ashton Mazza (left) grabs the ball in front of Shorecrest senior Ashton Johnson during the Scots-Bears 3A State tourney game played Friday in University Place. |
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Goal Against
38th
Goal Against
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| Shorecrest senior Ashton Johnson (center) scored the lone SC goal in the Scots-Bears 3A State tournament contest played Friday in University Place. |
54th
Goal: Ashton Johnson
Assist: Ameen Tirhi
62nd
Goal Against
Shorecrest Coach Teddy Mitalas (center, in green) and his Scots squad pause after their 3-1 defeat to Bishop Blanchet in a 3A State tournament match played Friday in University Place.
With the loss, the Scots 2026 season is over.
Hillwood Neighborhood Association annual meeting with guest speaker author Deb Miller May 28, 2026
Hillwood Neighborhood Association invites you to attend their Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 7pm in the Council Chambers at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133.
Guest speaker author Deb Miller has written a memoir, the winner of 10 book awards in numerous categories. Following her talk, join us for refreshments, book signings and (optional) our HNA Board meeting and election. All are welcome!
Free parking in City garage.
Shoreline School District retiring class of 2025-26
Each year, we pause to recognize and celebrate the dedicated employees whose years of service have helped shape the Shoreline School District community.
Our retirees have made a lasting impact on generations of students, families, and colleagues through their care, commitment, expertise, and passion for public education. We are deeply grateful for all they have contributed and wish them joy and fulfillment in their retirement.
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Retirees who will be honored at our May 28 celebration (including their years of employment with Shoreline School District):
- Julie Anneberg, Teacher, 1990-2026
- Casey Bent-Callaghan, Teacher, 2011-2026
- Eric Caldwell, Director of Technology, 2018-2026
- Lynn Conte, Preschool Aide, 1988-2026
- Denise Hinze, Executive Assistant, 1999-2026
- Melinda Hutton, Paraeducator, 2004-2026
- Jeff McDowell, Teacher, 1990-2026
- Karen Nicholson, Teacher. 2001-2026
- Annalise Nye, Teacher, 2001-2026
- Wesley Proudlove, Teacher, 2007-2026
- Bill Dunbar, Principal, 2001-2026
- Donna Hoffman, Teacher, 1996-2026
- Fred Lieu, Custodian, 1997-2026
- Tracy King, Kitchen Lead, 2016-2025
- Tracy Kirkpatrick, Bus Driver, 2016-2026
- Renée Leveque Wass, Transitions Program Teacher, 1991-2025
- Leslie Lince, Kitchen Lead, 1998-2026
- Marc McCartney, District Theater Coordinator, 1988-2025
- Terry Monnette, Director of the Power of One
- Hao Nguyen, Custodian, 2005-2026
- Amy Pitts, Teacher, 1992-2026
- Jim Price, Capital Projects Manager, 2019-2026
- Lisa Sezate, Teacher, 1989-2025
- Dan Stevens, Director of Maintenance and Capital Projects, 2013-2026
- Tami Thompson, Teacher, 2013-2026
- Linda Vassallo, Teacher, 2011-2025
- Michael Wellman, Teacher, 1996-2025
- 5-6:00 - retirement recognition
- 6-7:00 - social hour
- 7-8:00 Staff of the Year awards
- Einstein Middle School, 19343 3rd Ave NW
LFP hearing on potential levy for Transportation Improvement Plan May 28, 2026
The City Council seeks public input for and against the levy. More information regarding the draft of the six-year Transportation Improvement Plan on the city's website.
The public hearing will be held during the City Council’s regular meeting on May 28, 2026. The meeting will begin at 7:00pm, and the public hearing will follow.
The public hearing will be held in person in the City Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of city hall 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
Written testimony will be accepted before the meeting and distributed to the City Council, and verbal testimony will be accepted during the public hearing.
Written comments should be submitted to City Clerk Matt McLean at mmclean@cityoflfp.com no later than 5:00pm local time on the date of the hearing.
Written comments should be submitted to City Clerk Matt McLean at mmclean@cityoflfp.com no later than 5:00pm local time on the date of the hearing.
A sign-up sheet will be available at the front of the Council Chambers, and the Mayor or designee will call names in the order they appear. A request to speak can also be made by phone directly to the City Clerk at 206-368-5440 before 5:00pm on the date of the meeting.
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Summer Blowout Garage and Thrift Sale with 100% of proceeds going to Seattle Children's Hospital May 31, 2026
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| Look for their hand made greeting cards at the Garage Sale |
They raise money through handmade cards, annual events, and craft fairs.
This year is the guild's 20th anniversary, and to commemorate they are hosting a Summer Blowout Garage & Thrift Sale, which was the guild's first ever event in 2006.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Time: 9am - 2pm
Address: 16730 45th Ave NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Time: 9am - 2pm
Address: 16730 45th Ave NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
What to expect:
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- Vintage Clothing
- Jewelry & Accessories
- Seasonal Outdoor Goods
- Household finds and Furniture
- Kids Toys and Games
- And much more!
20 Shoreline students compete at DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta
20 students participated in high-level competitive events, leadership workshops, networking opportunities, and career exploration experiences while representing their schools on the international stage.
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| Shorecrest DECA team and advisor |
Shorecrest DECA sent 11 students to the conference, with 8 students competing in national events and 3 students participating in leadership conferences and networking opportunities.Among the highlights:
- Seniors Kai Sokolowski and Anika Wallace earned finalist honors, placing in the top 20 nationally in their event — an exceptional accomplishment among approximately 200 competitors.
- Sophomores Charlotte Phillips and Jasmine Forniash were recognized for delivering role play presentations ranked among the top 10 of the day.
- Additional SC competitors: Zara Saifee, Lucia Shadduck, Michael Woods, Anna Bendiksen
- Students participating in leadership conferences and professional networking: Kash Yalowicki, Malin Reins, Isaiah Mark
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| Shorewood DECA team and advisor |
Shorewood DECA sent 9 students to compete in events and participate in leadership development experiences.Students competed in:
- School-Based Enterprise: Food Retail: Caleb Butler, James Mitchell
- Project Management: Public Awareness Campaign: Maya Vachranukunkiet, Paige Eaton, Shineun Moon
- Entrepreneurship: Independent Business Plan: Kyson Castellano, Nobel Abraha
- Thrive Leadership Academy: Sadie Chou, Beni Hawkins
The conference provided students with opportunities to strengthen leadership, presentation and business skills while connecting with peers and professionals from across the globe.
Congratulations to DECA students and advisors Cameron McDowell (SC) and Damon Oliveto (SW) for representing Shoreline so admirably!
Congratulations to DECA students and advisors Cameron McDowell (SC) and Damon Oliveto (SW) for representing Shoreline so admirably!
We Are Taiwan international cultural performance Sunday at Shoreline College
Saturday, May 23, 2026
We Are Taiwan 〖看見臺灣〗
Time: 2:00pm; doors open at 1:30pm
Shoreline College Theater
In celebration of Taiwanese American Heritage Week, Shoreline College is pleased to share a special opportunity to attend “We Are Taiwan” / 〖看見台灣〗, an international cultural performance taking place at Shoreline College Theater on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 2:00pm.
General admission $20 - purchase tickets here or scan QR code in flyer
20 complimentary student tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This performance features artists from Taiwan who are traveling across the Pacific and through the West Coast to share Taiwan’s music, dance, culture, and stories. It is a meaningful opportunity to experience cultural exchange, celebrate heritage, and connect with the broader community here on our campus.
20 complimentary student tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This performance features artists from Taiwan who are traveling across the Pacific and through the West Coast to share Taiwan’s music, dance, culture, and stories. It is a meaningful opportunity to experience cultural exchange, celebrate heritage, and connect with the broader community here on our campus.
“We Are Taiwan” is an 80-minute production by the National Taiwan University of Sport Dance Company, one of Taiwan’s leading institutions for dance, performing arts, and arts education.
Since 1996, the company has performed internationally, including in the United States, Canada, Japan, and Singapore, and was part of the creative and performance team for the opening ceremony of the 2017 Summer Universiade in Taipei.
This performance is more than a stage show—it is a journey of encounter. Through dance, music, singing, theater, and traditional arts, the performers bring Taiwan’s diverse cultural communities to life, including Minnan, Indigenous, Hakka, and new-generation artistic traditions.
The program is designed to be interactive and welcoming, allowing audiences to experience culture not only as something to watch, but something to feel, share, and remember.
Summer Bash at Ballinger Thriftway May 28, 2026
Nibble your way through Ballinger Thriftway's 30 vendors on May 28, 2026
SUMMER BASH! Start Summer here! Join us for an afternoon packed with food, fun, and an incredible tasting experience featuring 30+ vendors sampling products throughout the store!
. Samples from all areas of our store will be included from bakery, deli, meat, beer, wine, and more!! 
Mark your Calendars May 28, 2026
4–7 PM
Ballinger Thriftway 20150 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline, WA 98155
What to expect:
Samples from over 30 amazing vendors
Fresh-off Department made samples. 
Discover new local and seasonal products
Fun for the whole family Great summer vibes all evening longCome stroll the store, meet vendors, try something new, and celebrate summer with us! And come hungry there will be plenty to taste!
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