Shorewood grad awarded National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
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| Eckerd College Associate Professor of Computer Science Michael Hilton and Mark Yamane ’22 worked together during Mark’s undergraduate years on research. Photo by Angelique Herring ’19 |
Mark Yamane has been awarded a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.
One of the country’s most competitive honors for emerging STEM researchers, the program selects approximately 2,500 students each year from a pool of nearly 14,000 applicants and provides up to three years of financial support for graduate studies and research. Since its founding in 1952, the program has supported more than 70,000 researchers, including dozens of Nobel Prize winners.
Mark attended Meridian Park Elementary, Einstein Middle School, and graduated from Shorewood High School in 2018. During high school, he was involved in wrestling, drumline, and robotics at Shorewood.
Following Shorewood, he studied marine science and computer science at Eckerd College on Florida's Gulf Coast. Through on-campus research, he gained field and lab experience analyzing water samples and manatee gut contents for microplastics, and conducted independent research for his computer science thesis, applying the full scientific method and developing machine learning models.
After graduating from Eckerd in 2022, he spent three years working as a research software engineer in a fisheries acoustics lab at the University of Washington before transitioning into the school’s aquatic and fishery sciences graduate program.
His current research compares acoustic data collected from autonomous underwater gliders with data gathered from traditional ship-based surveys—work that could help make long-term ecosystem monitoring more cost-effective and accessible.
Looking ahead, Yamane says the fellowship will allow him to focus more fully on his research before sharing it with the broader scientific community.
New Shoreline business: Urban Papercrafter
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| Brooklyn enjoys the front porch |
Story and photos by Mary Jo Heller
You may have noticed some activity at the location of 19042 15th Ave NE in Shoreline. Urban Papercrafter, formerly of Edmonds, moved into the North City Neighborhood. You may have also noticed no business signage for them, only because their last sign is a little too big for this building. The running joke is they’re calling themselves the “Speakeasy of PaperCrafting.”
Those familiar with the old spot will notice that this location has better parking and a quaint front porch with a cafe-style table for the significant others to relax while their partner gets to enjoy the store.
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| Products |
Urban Papercrafter was founded by Brooke, a UW Engineering Graduate with a hobby of documenting life’s moments. She opened in 2007 just before the market crash. She managed to keep the business open with the help of family, friends and great customers who still support the business.
Originally named “Urban Scrapbooker,” she changed the name of the store to Urban Papercrafter, as many more paper based crafting hobbies became popular. The store offers products to create various projects, from scrapbooks, cards, mini-albums, and personal journals to messy multimedia projects,
This new space boasts a separate classroom space and kitchen. The kitchen will soon be open, offering snacks, drinks and fun charcuterie offerings.
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| Chicken Poop chapstick |
Tom’s Studio Refillable pens, (one of the most popular items), are displayed, along with fun notepads from some of your favorite movie locations, as well as snarky sticky notes and journals.
Kitsch is interspersed with serious brands. While you are perusing the aisles for Tim Holz, Lawn Fawn, Sizziz, Spellbinders, or 49th and Market, you will sing along with the 50’s and 60’s music. (Singing is encouraged.)
Don’t forget to check out the Chicken Poop chapstick!
Upcoming class projects are on display, offering a variety of learning opportunities and social outings. Brooke, and the very interesting Brooklyn, are available to help you get started with any project you might have in mind.
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| Journals |
Patterned Paper? Yes, they have that too: 12x12 themed open stock as well as collection kits from some of your favorite companies. Sparkly is nestled next to patterned flower paper and gems.
Need Harry Potter, Disney, Winnie the Pooh, or locally themed papers? It’s all there. But be careful turning the corner, you might find yourself looking at watercolor journals next to a vintage toy.
Even the vintage postal sorter with slots for sprays, paint colors, powders and ink pads, also holds several vintage cartoon toys.
While you are looking at the more than 350 ink colors, be sure to look down. You might find old books or look up and see a wooden shoe form.
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| Colored inks |
Brooke is always looking for the smaller, cutting-edge companies. You will find companies from England, Poland, and Italy.
Recycled old paper items are sold here, and new crafting methods are a staple.
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| Co-owner Brooklyn |
With the move to the new location, they are also increasing their writing section, featuring an array of fountain pens, inks, journals, old postcards, and more.
Brooklyn, a co-owner who joined Urban Papercrafter in 2011, hails from Bristol, England, and New York.
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| Brooklyn's prized bowling pin |
However, you might find Brooklyn missing from the store while he works “on site” in Vancouver, B.C., where he does nails and wardrobe for the movie sets of CW, Netflix and Hallmark.
Another show-stopper is the antique oven from Brooke’s childhood farmhouse that she uses as a display area.
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| Brook's antique wood-burning oven |
But why stop with cards or scrapbooking, or even snacks?
Brooklyn has a number of visions for the future, including an outside movie night, with popcorn, (perhaps an old popcorn cart??), or an ice cream social.
Might the 1920s building next to them, a former Petrol Station, could be a coffee shop, or candy shop?
Curious? Stop in. And be sure to stay tuned. You never know what these two will come up with next. And we will all be watching to see what happens in this space next.
Curious? Stop in. And be sure to stay tuned. You never know what these two will come up with next. And we will all be watching to see what happens in this space next.
- Wednesday: noon- 6:00
- Thursday: noon- 6:00
- Friday: noon- 6:00
- Saturday: 11:00-3:00
425-771-2400
19042 15th Ave NE in Shoreline 98155
The Innis Arden Women’s Collective presents a showing of The Cholesterol Code May 21, 2026
The Cholesterol Code
Hosted by Amely Wurmbrand in collaboration with
The Innis Arden Women’s Collective
The Cholesterol Code
A compelling documentary challenging conventional thinking on cholesterol and heart health
This thought-provoking film featuring Dave Feldman* explores the latest research, new theories, and important questions surrounding the long-standing cholesterol-heart disease hypothesis.
Could we be thinking about cholesterol all wrong?
The film takes a fresh look at LDL, heart disease risk, metabolic health, and the role of ketogenic and low-carbohydrate diets—offering perspectives that may completely change the way you think about cholesterol and cardiovascular health.
Whether you’re simply curious about your own health, interested in the science, or a physician looking to hear emerging viewpoints in this space, this is a fascinating and accessible evening for both lay people and medical professionals alike.
Following the screening, we’ll have a Q&A discussion featuring Dr. Shawn Baker* ( a physician featured in the film), Dr. Mahesh Mulumudi(a local interventional cardiologist), along with a panel of knowledgeable experts in ketogenic nutrition and metabolic health.
Event Details:
- Thursday, May 21, 2026
- 7:00 PM — Film Screening Begins
- Followed by Q&A + Discussion
- free and open to everyone
1430 NW 188th St, Shoreline, WA 98177
RSVP to amely@amelydesigns.com kindly requested
Dr. Shawn Baker, MD, is a prominent proponent of the carnivore diet, orthopedic surgeon, and author of "The Carnivore Diet." As CMO of Revero, he advocates for using an animal-based, zero-carb diet to treat chronic diseases and autoimmune conditions. He is a former combat trauma surgeon and advocate for dietary, non-pharmaceutical interventions.
Dave Feldman is a former senior software engineer and entrepreneur turned citizen scientist who researches the impact of low-carb, ketogenic diets on cholesterol. He is the founder of the Citizen Science Foundation and creator of CholesterolCode.com, known for studying the "Lipid Energy Model" and "Lean Mass Hyper-Responders" (LMHR).
Mahesh Mulumudi, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a highly experienced board-certified interventional cardiologist based in Everett, WA, with over 25 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine. He is the founder of CardioNow, specializing in interventional cardiology and structural heart disease.
Jewish American Heritage Month proclaimed in Shoreline
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| L-R Mayor Betsy Robertson, CM Keith Scully, Nevet Basker from Washingtonians for a Brighter Future, Rabbi Sadya Davidoff of Chabad Jewish Center of Shoreline |
This past Monday, May 10, 2026 Mayor Betsy Robertson issued a proclamation recognizing the month of May as Jewish American Heritage Month in Shoreline.
Each May, hundreds of organizations and Americans of all backgrounds join together to discover, explore, and celebrate the vibrant and varied American Jewish experience from the dawn of our nation to the present day.
It was a distinct honor for Rabbi Sadya Davidoff of Chabad Jewish Center of Shoreline to accept this significant proclamation and express gratitude to Mayor Robertson on behalf of the Jewish community.
A special thanks to Council Member Keith Scully and Nevet Basker from Washingtonians for a Brighter Future for their efforts in spearheading this proclamation locally.
Representatives from AJC Seattle were invited to participate in this special council meeting as well.
Read more...
Northbound I-5 lane, ramp closures expected in Shoreline overnight Thursday, May 21
During the closure, the right lane of northbound I-5 will be closed as well as the northbound on-ramp from NE 175th Street.
Washington State Department of Transportation maintenance crews will replace overhead signs during this closure. This work is weather-dependent.
Evening and night time road closure on 61st Ave NE between SR 522 and NE 175th
This work is necessary to prepare for upcoming trenching and utility work. This work must be done at night, as daytime work hours are not long enough to set up and complete the work.
Eastbound drivers can access 175th Street via 65th Avenue NE. (see the attached map)
Westbound drivers can access 175th Street via 68th Avenue NE or take the detour on 60th Avenue NE around the block and turn left on to eastbound SR 522 at 61st Avenue NE. (see the attached map)
The sidewalk between SR 522 and NE 175th Street on 61st Avenue NE will remain open during this work. This work will not affect the Burke-Gilman Trail.
Jobs: WSDOT Transportation Engineer 2 (In-Training)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$68,104 – $100,951 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a skilled and motivated Transportation Engineer 2 (In-Training) to join the Traffic Engineering Office in Shoreline, WA. Under the supervision of the Traffic Safety Management Supervisor, this role supports statewide safety efforts by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting crash and roadway data to develop reports for key safety programs (CAL/CAC/IAL and Field Assessment). The position identifies trends and recommends effective, low-cost countermeasures, contributes to capital improvement proposals through the I-2 program, and partners with internal and external stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights. Responsibilities also include conducting “before and after” studies and preparing Crash Analysis Reports (CARs), evaluating existing conditions, alternatives, and benefit-cost outcomes using Highway Safety Manual predictive methods.
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
Sewer installation winding down on 35th Ave NE in Lake Forest Park, set to begin on NE 185th
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| Good progress on new sewer lines under 35th Ave NE |
Crews are planning for roughly two weeks of sewer installation on NE 185th Street starting Tuesday, May 26, 2026 followed by roughly a week of installation time on SR 104/Ballinger Way NE beginning in early June.
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| Detour map for 185th Street closure |
During sewer installation, both lanes of NE 185th Street will close from 7am to 5pm daily Monday through Friday near the intersection with 35th Ave NE. Signed detours will guide people around construction.
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| Planned detour for Ballinger Way / SR 104 daytime closures |
The contractor is planning to close all lanes of SR 104/Ballinger Way Northeast from 7am to 5pm for about five weekdays in early June to complete sewer work. Vehicles will follow a signed detour using NE 195th Street and 35th Ave NE during the closures.
Final paving is expected to begin in June, followed by lane striping and landscaping to close out this project in mid-summer.
Restful Facade hides a hive of activity
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| Shaded morning chairlift perch Photo by Lee Rolfe |
Do you ever walk your dog down a quiet residential street and wonder about the yard that lies behind that comfortable little single-storied house? You could stop the advance of your eager friend and consult an aerial view on Google Maps.
Or, mark your calendar for June 20, 2026 the date of the 22nd annual Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Tour. This year’s event affords you a whole Saturday to explore six imaginative gardens, each of them enhanced by live onsite music, plein air artists, and the company of fellow garden makers.
One such garden on this year’s tour lies behind a conifer-shaded house with an air of introspection. Although the Little Free Library out front suggests a house of physical languor, the comfortable little single-storied house hides a deep back lot filled with colorful activity and industriousness.
One such garden on this year’s tour lies behind a conifer-shaded house with an air of introspection. Although the Little Free Library out front suggests a house of physical languor, the comfortable little single-storied house hides a deep back lot filled with colorful activity and industriousness.
Here among the many plants lie two outdoor points of repose and two indoor points of personal craft and professionalism.
The first outdoor point is an open air platform swing recalling alpine adventures. Sitters can sway, overlooking colorful perennial beds, bird feeding stations, and the neighbor’s evergreen property line.
The second outdoor point is a shaded, vine-draped open air patio, furnished with cushioned seating for seasonal gatherings. It must have hosted many grateful friends during COVID times, as a point of fragrant, ventilated shelter.
A frisbee’s throw from these open-air destinations are two additional mini-structures, both eaved and hospitable in all weather.
A frisbee’s throw from these open-air destinations are two additional mini-structures, both eaved and hospitable in all weather.
One, a writer’s hideaway painted pea green with coral trim could have been transplanted from Astrid Lindgren’s imagination. The owner occupies it near daily to focus and create.
The other, a zinc-white, porched and bell-towered little bungalow could have sprung from a village in north Marin County. This building serves as the newer home of a long-standing professional practice, ending many years of commuting to a distant office space.
Although the scores of tulips blazing there today will be gone by June, the buildings’ paint trims echo their palette. There will be painted accents of vivid magenta, paprika red, and Scandinavian golds holding forth against the gray-green of winter.
While the structure of the garden owes much to these built environments, the plants occupy center stage. Doug fir, cedar, magnolia, cherry and many rhododendrons fulfill the woody role. The vines onsite include wisteria, honeysuckle, and three cultivars of grape are developing their chops.
Although the scores of tulips blazing there today will be gone by June, the buildings’ paint trims echo their palette. There will be painted accents of vivid magenta, paprika red, and Scandinavian golds holding forth against the gray-green of winter.
While the structure of the garden owes much to these built environments, the plants occupy center stage. Doug fir, cedar, magnolia, cherry and many rhododendrons fulfill the woody role. The vines onsite include wisteria, honeysuckle, and three cultivars of grape are developing their chops.
Creeping Jenny, sweet woodruff, and forget-me-nots edge the beds. These days they are filled with chartreuse euphorbia, glossy bold acanthus leaves, and a many textured collection of ferns and bamboo. The timber-bordered beds contain hosta, rose, peony, hydrangea, iris, geranium and foxglove; in the owner’s words, many “generous-spirited plants”.
The accomplished gardener-owners and their now adult children have all contributed to the success of this garden. The former can be consulted for insights on plant-sourcing, how to interest teens in doing garden maintenance, the benefits of applying six yards of mulch, and the merits of enlisting a certified arborist. Their pets can comment on the ingenuity of rabbits and coyotes on the block.
Check it out!
Buy tickets here
Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Garden Tour and Market
Saturday, June 20, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The accomplished gardener-owners and their now adult children have all contributed to the success of this garden. The former can be consulted for insights on plant-sourcing, how to interest teens in doing garden maintenance, the benefits of applying six yards of mulch, and the merits of enlisting a certified arborist. Their pets can comment on the ingenuity of rabbits and coyotes on the block.
Check it out!
Buy tickets here
Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Garden Tour and Market
Saturday, June 20, 2026
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Gardens throughout Lake Forest Park
Map Pick up - Third Place Commons
Shorewood girls varsity golf team headed to State
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| Shorewood girls varsity golf team with coach Val Patrick Photo by Brittany Shelly |
Shorewood girls golf is heading to state for the 1st time ever!!
Coach Val Patrick & her Varsity girls golf team placed 3rd in the NW district 1 3A tournament last Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
They will now be traveling to Spokane to compete in the State tournament on Tuesday May 19th.
It is the first time SW has gone to state as a team in the history of their girls golf team!
The players are Senior, Sadie Austad, Junior Julia Kang, Junior Ivy Ren & Freshman Skylar Helstad.
Business Spotlight: Making Complex Clear: Sara McArdle Design Helps Organizations Communicate with Purpose
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Making Complex Clear: Sara McArdle Design Helps Organizations Communicate with Purpose
Turning Complex Ideas Into Clear, Impactful Design for Organizations That Matter
Behind every strong nonprofit, healthcare system, or community organization is clear, thoughtful communication, and that’s where Sara McArdle Design comes in. Based in Shoreline’s Ridgecrest neighborhood, Sara partners with organizations doing meaningful work to help them communicate more clearly, consistently, and effectively. Through brand strategy, publication design, and systems thinking, her work goes beyond visuals, helping teams function better and connect more deeply with the people they serve.
Q & A with Sara McArdle Design
Q: What inspired you to start your business?
A: I’ve always liked helping organizations make the complex clearer—whether that’s their brand, their publications, or just how they communicate overall. After years of working in-house for nonprofits and healthcare systems, I realized my favorite part wasn’t just designing something new, but building systems that made people’s jobs easier long-term. Freelancing full-time lets me work closely with a wider range of organizations and businesses doing meaningful work, and create campaigns and collateral that are both strategic and well-designed. I especially enjoy supporting those that either don’t have an in-house designer or need extra capacity when their teams are stretched.
Q: What service does your business provide for our community?
A: I provide graphic design, brand strategy, and publication and template design for organizations that are actively helping people—healthcare systems, nonprofits, education, unions, and community-focused businesses. That can mean annual reports, newsletters, brand refreshes, event campaigns, or helping teams organize and strengthen the materials they already have so they work better and feel more consistent.
Q: What do you love the most about Shoreline?
A: I love how much of a true community it feels. When I lived in Seattle, things often felt more anonymous, but in Shoreline there’s a real sense of connection. The checkers at Ballinger Thriftway recognize me and ask how I’ve been, I know my postal worker, and we know all the neighbors on our block, some well enough that they've come over for dinner. There are also so many community programs that make people feel invested here—from free e-bike programs and tree giveaways to environmental mini-grants and neighborhood improvement programs. If you report an issue with a street or a park, the city actually responds quickly. It feels like a place where people care and where being involved makes a real difference.
Q: What has been your proudest moment in business so far?
A: Going full-time with my freelance business in 2025 was a big one. It was a leap, but it felt like the right one. I’ve also been proud to win national healthcare design awards for work I created while supporting Overlake Medical Center & Clinics—especially because those projects directly supported patients, donors, and the broader community, not just the organization itself.
Q: How do you approach customer service, and what sets you apart?
A: I try to make the process feel calm, clear, collaborative—and fun! Design projects can feel overwhelming, so I focus on strong communication, realistic timelines, and creating systems that are actually useful—not just pretty. I’m also certified through an International Coaching Federation-accredited coaching program, which helps me facilitate conversations, ask better questions, and get to the root of what clients actually need—both when planning a project and when gathering feedback. The final product isn’t about me; it’s about helping clients see blind spots, find clarity, and create something that truly works for them.
Q: What advice would you give to someone starting a business in Shoreline?
A: Start by talking to people. There are some genuinely great networking groups here, and the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce is a great place to start—it makes networking feel much less intimidating and much more like building real relationships. Reconnect with existing contacts, let people know what you do, and say yes to opportunities to attend local events and meet other business owners. A lot of business really is about who you know and who knows you. Confidence usually comes through action, not before it, so don’t wait until you feel completely ready.
Q: How does your business support or give back to the local community?
A: A big part of my work is choosing clients whose work directly helps people—healthcare, nonprofits, education, and community programs. I see design as a way to support that by helping them communicate clearly, raise support, and better serve the people they’re trying to reach. I also volunteer my time and skills for community organizations and industry events, and I believe strongly in supporting other local small businesses through referrals, collaboration, and staying involved in the Shoreline community.
Q: What future plans or goals do you have for your business?
A: I’d love to keep building long-term relationships with clients who care about people and community impact—nonprofits, healthcare, education, arts and culture, civic organizations, and local businesses doing meaningful work. One of my goals is to grow more ongoing retainer partnerships, where I can function as a trusted creative partner—almost like an extension of a client’s team—supporting them consistently as needs come up without being full-time staff. Helping clients build stronger systems—not just better-looking materials—is already central to how I work, whether that means making their brands clearer, easier to use, or more sustainable long-term. My goal isn’t to become the biggest studio—it’s to build thoughtful work with people who value strong relationships and design that actually solves problems.
Connect with Sara McArdle Design
Shoreline (Ridgecrest area)
206-657-7412
www.saramcardledesign.com
sara@saramcardledesign.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/saramcardleLetter to the Editor: Remind the City Council that they represent all citizens
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I moved to Shoreline in 1980 when I was young, so I walked, bicycled and used public transit. But I grew older, and as you get older you can no longer walk as far and bicycling becomes difficult or impossible. Transit has changed to focus on access to light rail. And scooters? Haha.
Plans for the City include more biking, more walking and less driving. However, this is practical only for younger people. There are a lot of people that live beyond that mobility age and those people also need the means to go to the store to buy food or pick up prescriptions. It is unrealistic to think that people can continue to only walk or bike or use public transit all of their lives.
If you want to go to a local grocery store to buy a few things you will need a vehicle because you need a means to bring everything home. It is difficult to carry several items home if you are a senior and walk to the store.
If you need to buy groceries for a week, it is important that you’re able to go to the store and buy those things and get them home. You may not be able to do this if you have to balance them on a bicycle or carry them when you walk all of the way home.
If you have to buy just a few things for yourself, or you and your partner, then you may be able to do it. But if the family is more than you and your partner, you have to have the ability to carry several things home - including milk, soda, laundry detergent and other heavy items.
I believe that our city is so focused on getting people off of the roads that we have forgotten that people need to have access to things even if they are unable to use a bicycle or walk and carry heavy things. Even some younger people can’t or don’t wish to carry 30 or 50 pounds from the store to their home. At least there are now delivery options.
By the way, it does occasionally rain here.
I’m not against walking. I still walk daily but cannot carry groceries home.
We have to remember that there are many ages in Shoreline. It’s also important that people remember that laws and other changes to what we can do, whether you call it zoning or priorities, need to support everybody - not just a few young people or the disabled.
If this is not what you want, then fine, just tell people that this is a city only for people who are young. We are supporting only people who are riding bikes or walking, and if you are too old to do either of those things, then move somewhere else.
The City needs to continue to support people who are older so that they can continue to live a real life in the City of Shoreline.
We need to remind the Shoreline Council members that they represent all citizens.
If you need to buy groceries for a week, it is important that you’re able to go to the store and buy those things and get them home. You may not be able to do this if you have to balance them on a bicycle or carry them when you walk all of the way home.
If you have to buy just a few things for yourself, or you and your partner, then you may be able to do it. But if the family is more than you and your partner, you have to have the ability to carry several things home - including milk, soda, laundry detergent and other heavy items.
I believe that our city is so focused on getting people off of the roads that we have forgotten that people need to have access to things even if they are unable to use a bicycle or walk and carry heavy things. Even some younger people can’t or don’t wish to carry 30 or 50 pounds from the store to their home. At least there are now delivery options.
By the way, it does occasionally rain here.
I’m not against walking. I still walk daily but cannot carry groceries home.
We have to remember that there are many ages in Shoreline. It’s also important that people remember that laws and other changes to what we can do, whether you call it zoning or priorities, need to support everybody - not just a few young people or the disabled.
If this is not what you want, then fine, just tell people that this is a city only for people who are young. We are supporting only people who are riding bikes or walking, and if you are too old to do either of those things, then move somewhere else.
The City needs to continue to support people who are older so that they can continue to live a real life in the City of Shoreline.
We need to remind the Shoreline Council members that they represent all citizens.
Pam Cross
Shoreline
Poison control specialists
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| Certified Specialists in Poison Information |
When my child was a toddler, I had to call Poison Control so many times that I was afraid I'd be reported to Child Protective Services (CPS).
But we made it through and although I haven't called them for many years, I'm still grateful we have such a wonderful resource.
Even then I didn't realize how highly trained many of the responders were.
Congratulations to our three call center pharmacists who took their exams to become Certified Specialists in Poison Information! š
Congratulations to our three call center pharmacists who took their exams to become Certified Specialists in Poison Information! š
Becoming a CSPI requires:
š¤ Over a year of training in treating poisonings (on top of training to be a Doctor of Pharmacy)
š«¶ Helping at least 2,000 people who call the Poison Center with a potential poisoning
☎️ The next time you call, you might speak with one of these amazing individuals!!
š¤ Over a year of training in treating poisonings (on top of training to be a Doctor of Pharmacy)
š«¶ Helping at least 2,000 people who call the Poison Center with a potential poisoning
☎️ The next time you call, you might speak with one of these amazing individuals!!
Call us at 1-800-222-1222.
Alphabet Resistance May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026 ALPHABET RESISTANCE on the NE 50th St overpass, Seattle.
Showing up and being heard.
Jobs: WSDOT Field Operations Supervisor (TE4)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$91,400 – $122,976 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Field Operations Supervisor (Transportation Engineer 4) to support the agency’s mission of delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation solutions. This position plays a key leadership role in promoting a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment grounded in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Serving as a technical program specialist, this role is integral to highway design, construction, and right of way (ROW) efforts. The incumbent will oversee survey crews and ensure the accurate preparation of survey records and documentation.
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
$91,400 – $122,976 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a Field Operations Supervisor (Transportation Engineer 4) to support the agency’s mission of delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation solutions. This position plays a key leadership role in promoting a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment grounded in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Serving as a technical program specialist, this role is integral to highway design, construction, and right of way (ROW) efforts. The incumbent will oversee survey crews and ensure the accurate preparation of survey records and documentation.
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
♟️ Save the Date! The Giant Chess Set Returns to Third Place Commons ♟️
Friday, May 15, 2026
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After disappearing during the pandemic, the beloved giant chess set is finally coming back! Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am–12pm as we celebrate the return of this iconic community favorite to Third Place Commons.
Thanks to an incredible team of volunteers, the oversized chess pieces have been fully restored and paired with a newly designed custom board, ready once again for players of all ages and skill levels.
Enjoy a morning of chess, community, and fun featuring:
Parade of Pieces
Chess Costume Pageant
Chess books with Third Place Books
Arts & crafts with Shorelake Arts
Chess workshops and open play
Chess cake showcase
For those interested, participation is encouraged! To make this celebration as grand as the star of the show, please sign up here.
The board is set, the pieces are ready, and the only thing missing is you. Make your move and join us for this special community celebration!
More details here.
Third Place Commons
17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park
Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am–12pm
Questions? Email director@thirdplacecommons.org
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Parade of Pieces Chess Costume Pageant Chess books with Third Place Books Arts & crafts with Shorelake Arts Chess workshops and open play Chess cake showcaseFor those interested, participation is encouraged! To make this celebration as grand as the star of the show, please sign up here.
The board is set, the pieces are ready, and the only thing missing is you. Make your move and join us for this special community celebration!
More details here.
Third Place Commons17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park
Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10am–12pmQuestions? Email director@thirdplacecommons.org
Middle School STEM night May 29, 2026
Middle School STEM Night
(Science Technology Engineering Math)Friday May 29, 2026 from 6-8pm
Kellogg Middle School
Join us for the 3rd Annual Middle School STEM Night!This district-wide event is open to all middle school students and families across Shoreline and Lake Forest Park and is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and excitement around science, technology, engineering, and math.
Students will have the chance to explore hands-on activities, connect with exhibitors, and learn how STEM connects to future classes, college pathways, and careers.
STEM Night is sponsored & supported by Shoreline PTA Council / Hi-Cap Advocacy Committee, Kellogg Middle School PTSA, and Einstein Middle School PTSA.
Taste of Spring Fundraiser & Auction at St. Dunstan's to raise funds for their Feeding Ministry
The Taste of Spring Fundraiser & Auction at St. Dunstan's invites you to don your spring hat and garden chic gloves, and come enjoy sparkling drinks with heavy hors d'oeuvres while perusing auction items for the season.
There will be a silent auction, live auction, raffle items, photos, prizes and more!
Some of the unique items up for bid include: a sailing excursion, a classic restaurant gift certificate, specialty food items, a handcrafted baby quilt, and hosted meals! Cap the night off by winning a cake from the Queen Mary Tea Room for dessert!
Saturday May 30, 2026 at 5:30pm
Saturday May 30, 2026 at 5:30pm
Doors open at 5:30pm for silent auction bidding and a first round of appetizers. A special program and live auction begin at 7:00pm.
A suggested donation of $50 will be collected at the event. RSVP by May 26 online via Eventbrite.
The St. Dunstan's Feeding Ministry serves a weekly buffet-style meal on Tuesdays at 5pm and delivers meals to local area permitted camps. Since 2014 over 195,000 meals have been served. All donations are tax-deductible.
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The St. Dunstan's Feeding Ministry serves a weekly buffet-style meal on Tuesdays at 5pm and delivers meals to local area permitted camps. Since 2014 over 195,000 meals have been served. All donations are tax-deductible.
Local student named to Columbia College Spring 2026 Semester Dean's List
To be named to the dean's list, a student must have completed 12 undergraduate credit hours in a 16-week period and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0-point scale.
Among those named to the dean's list is
- Jessica Cantora Perriatt of Shoreline, who attended Online.
Founded in 1851 in Columbia, Missouri, Columbia College has been helping students advance their lives through higher education for more than 175 years. As a private, nonprofit institution, the College takes pride in its small classes, experienced faculty and quality educational programs.
With locations across the country, more than half of which are on military installations, students may enroll in Day, Evening or Online classes. Columbia College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and maintains a network of more than 100,000 alumni worldwide. For more information, visit ccis.edu.
Jobs: WSDOT Office Engineer – Transportation Projects In-Training (TE3)
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$82,858 – $111,409 Annually
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking a motivated Office Engineer (TE3) to join Northwest Region’s Traffic Signal Operations Team. This position will optimize traffic signal operations by identifying and implementing improvements to signal control system software and field device hardware. Traffic signal operations directly affect motorist safety; this work requires sound judgment and adherence to departmental and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) guidelines. Operate signal control hardware and software and use advanced computer simulation and optimization tools to identify deficiencies and develop solutions. This position will lead and support departmental discussions with local agencies on matters related to cooperative, interagency signal operations.
See link for more information, including details on how to apply: LINK
Join the Resistance social hour May 17, 2026
Resistance Social Hour
Sunday May 17, 2026 from 5-7pm
Drumlin Pub
Join us for a drink and connect with groups working to fight ICE, protect and strengthen our communities, and build a brighter future.
Learn about the awesome things folks are doing and find ways to plug in.
Michael Lee Beggs 1961-2026
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| Michael Lee Beggs 12/14/1961 - 5/8/2026 |
Michael was born in Seattle, WA to Jerry Beggs and Leta (Dozier) Beggs. He met his wife, Teresa, while attending seminary in Dallas, TX, and they shared 35 years of marriage together. Their sons, Joshua and Jeremy, were born in London, England while Mike was completing his doctoral studies.
Mike graduated from Shoreline High School in Lake Forest Park, Washington. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Seattle Pacific University, a Master of Divinity from the Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University, and a PhD in Philosophy on the Authority of the Bible for Theological Education from King's College London.
Michael is survived by wife Teresa (Ellis) Beggs; sons Joshua (Lily) of Alexandria, KY and Jeremiah of Issaquah, WA; granddaughter Evelynn; brother Allen (Pamela), several nieces and nephews, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by parents Jerry and Leta Beggs; sister-in-law Becki Beggs; and grandchild Kai.
Michael served as pastor to several congregations within the United Methodist Church and the Anglican Church in North America. He was a devoted reader whose extensive library was both well loved and frequently used. Mike especially treasured time spent with family and friends and was known for his gift for storytelling, often sharing tales with a wonderful sense of humor and a steady supply of memorable “dad jokes.”
A passionate drummer, Mike enjoyed a wide range of music, particularly classic rock and jazz. He also possessed a deep understanding of theology and valued thoughtful conversations with family, friends, and members of his congregations. Serving local churches brought him great joy and was a privilege he held close to his heart.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:00 The Mission Cincinnati 2221 Slane, Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45212. The funeral service will follow at 1:30. Burial will be at Saint Mary Cemetery 2201 Dixie Hwy Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Anglican Relief and Development Fund (https://ardf.org/).
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