Toby's favorite stop
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| Toby at The Barkery Photo by Seattle Poppy |
The Treat Chute is functional again - The Barkery in Ridgecrest is Toby's favorite stop of the day.
--Seattle Poppy
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Earthseed: Celebrating Octavia Butler & Honoring the Past & Future of Feminist Science Fiction Thursday June 25, 2026
Thursday June 25, 2026
Third Place Commons,
upper floor Town Center
intersection Ballinger & Bothell Way
5:30 – 9pm
Join us for a special evening celebrating the legacy of Octavia Butler and the many notable women in speculative fiction who have shaped the genre.
5:30 – 9pm
Join us for a special evening celebrating the legacy of Octavia Butler and the many notable women in speculative fiction who have shaped the genre.
This special event will feature an art unveiling honoring Butler’s legacy, live music inspired by Parable of the Sower, featured readers, and an open mic for community voices.
Featured guests include Amber Flame, Rashida J. Smith, and Imani Sims, with artwork by Eileen Jimenez and Andrea Marcos.
Bring your poems, short fiction, essays, and original work inspired by feminist science fiction and fantasy, or simply come listen and celebrate.
Learn more and RSVP here: Earthseed: Celebrating Octavia Butler - Clarion West
Volunteer portal makes it easy to sign up for ShoreLake Arts
ShoreLake Arts has launched a new Volunteer Portal!
If you are passionate about the arts and your community, sign up today for free!
They have many summer events that you can be part of.
Flowers at the Golden Hour
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| Photo by Lee Lageschulte |
The Golden Hour is the last hour before sunset, when the sun is down and its rays are mellow and diffuse. We do not often see this because of our normal cloud cover.
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| Photo by Lee Lageschulte |
It both changes and enhances the color of blooms.
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Cantwell introduces Hurricane Hunter Aircraft Recapitalization Act
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| The side of NOAA's WP-3D Hurricane Hunter "Miss Piggy" displays stickers representing hurricanes the aircraft has flown through over its 50 years of service. Each sticker represents a mission that provided critical data to forecasters, helping improve storm predictions and deliver more accurate warnings to communities in harm's way. |
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, yesterday introduced the Hurricane Hunter Aircraft Recapitalization Act.
The legislation will, for the first time, codify the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA's) Hurricane Hunter mission in federal law and authorize up to nine Hurricane Hunter aircraft. It also includes provisions to better prepare the nation’s first line of defense against stronger and more frequent hurricanes, atmospheric rivers, and winter storms.
The bill is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Ted Budd (R-NC).
The bill is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Ted Budd (R-NC).
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| NOAA's WP-3D Hurricane Hunter “Miss Piggy.” The aircraft collects vital data from inside hurricanes and severe storms, improving forecast accuracy and warning lead times for communities across the United States. |
“As atmospheric rivers become more frequent and severe across the Pacific Northwest, our communities increasingly depend on accurate forecasts to prepare for flooding and other extreme weather,” said Sen. Cantwell.“NOAA’s Hurricane Hunter aircraft collect critical data that improves those forecasts, but much of the fleet is more than 50 years old. This bipartisan legislation will modernize and expand the fleet, strengthening NOAA’s ability to provide the timely, accurate warnings that help keep families, businesses, and communities safe.”
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| Inside the cockpit of NOAA's Gulfstream IV-SP (G-IV) Hurricane Hunter aircraft. The G-IV flies above hurricanes and atmospheric rivers, deploying dropsondes that measure wind, pressure, temperature, and moisture. These observations fill critical data gaps over the ocean, improving forecasts and helping communities better prepare for flooding, landslides, and other storm-related hazards. |
NOAA's Hurricane Hunter aircraft conduct airborne weather reconnaissance missions that are essential to accurate storm track and intensity forecasts, giving coastal communities critical lead time to evacuate and prepare.
The aircraft also carry out atmospheric river reconnaissance, providing data that improves forecasting of the extreme precipitation events that drive flooding and landslides across the western United States.
The existing fleet is aging, and without investment in replacement aircraft and modernized radar and remote sensing capabilities, the continuity of these life-saving missions is at risk.
For example, NOAA’s two WP-3D aircraft that fly through hurricanes, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, will reach the end of their service life in 2030. While two C-130J aircraft are currently being built to replace them, with increasing severe storms and atmospheric rivers, NOAA needs additional aircraft to meet their mission requirements.
In December 2025, atmospheric rivers dumped an estimated five trillion gallons of rain across Washington state, triggering devastating floods, damaging homes and businesses, and disrupting critical transportation corridors. In the western United States, atmospheric rivers are responsible for 84 percent of flood damages—costing approximately $1.1 billion annually—and account for 97 percent of flood damages in King County alone.
Following the December storms, at least 73 landslides were reported across Washington, with many more likely going undocumented. Major transportation routes were severely impacted, including U.S. Highway 2 near Leavenworth, which remained closed for weeks due to flood damage, while floodwaters washed out 1,000 feet of a primary access road in Stehekin.
NOAA's Hurricane Hunter aircraft collect unique atmospheric data that significantly improves forecasts of atmospheric rivers and other major storms, providing communities with earlier and more accurate warnings. As atmospheric rivers become more frequent and intense, expanding NOAA's weather reconnaissance fleet and codifying atmospheric river reconnaissance as part of its mission is critical to protecting lives, infrastructure, and local economies across the Pacific Northwest.
These forecasts are critical around the country, too. Today, the first named storm of the 2026 hurricane season made landfall in the U.S., and NOAA forecasters warned that it is expected to produce rainfall totals of 5 to 10 inches, with isolated higher totals near 20 inches, resulting that it could result in life-threatening flash flooding in states along the Gulf Coast.
The Hurricane Hunter Aircraft Recapitalization Act would:
In December 2025, atmospheric rivers dumped an estimated five trillion gallons of rain across Washington state, triggering devastating floods, damaging homes and businesses, and disrupting critical transportation corridors. In the western United States, atmospheric rivers are responsible for 84 percent of flood damages—costing approximately $1.1 billion annually—and account for 97 percent of flood damages in King County alone.
Following the December storms, at least 73 landslides were reported across Washington, with many more likely going undocumented. Major transportation routes were severely impacted, including U.S. Highway 2 near Leavenworth, which remained closed for weeks due to flood damage, while floodwaters washed out 1,000 feet of a primary access road in Stehekin.
NOAA's Hurricane Hunter aircraft collect unique atmospheric data that significantly improves forecasts of atmospheric rivers and other major storms, providing communities with earlier and more accurate warnings. As atmospheric rivers become more frequent and intense, expanding NOAA's weather reconnaissance fleet and codifying atmospheric river reconnaissance as part of its mission is critical to protecting lives, infrastructure, and local economies across the Pacific Northwest.
These forecasts are critical around the country, too. Today, the first named storm of the 2026 hurricane season made landfall in the U.S., and NOAA forecasters warned that it is expected to produce rainfall totals of 5 to 10 inches, with isolated higher totals near 20 inches, resulting that it could result in life-threatening flash flooding in states along the Gulf Coast.
The Hurricane Hunter Aircraft Recapitalization Act would:
- Authorize $2.5 billion in appropriations to purchase more Hurricane Hunter aircraft and $45 million per year for NOAA aircraft operations and maintenance.
- Codify NOAA's Hurricane Hunter mission in federal law, establishing a permanent statutory foundation for airborne weather reconnaissance and research.
- Increase the authorized number of C-130J aircraft from a maximum of six, to at least six and up to nine, to meet increasing storm demands across the country.
- Direct NOAA to acquire aircraft to meet its airborne weather reconnaissance mission, including atmospheric river reconnaissance that supports flood forecasting in the West and across the country.
- Require NOAA to maintain backup aircraft to ensure continuity of operations if aircraft are grounded due to maintenance or mechanical issues.
- Modernize airborne radar and remote sensing capabilities to ensure Hurricane Hunter aircraft are equipped with the most up to technology available.
- Authorize multi-year contracting authority for future aircraft acquisition and support, enabling more efficient and cost-effective procurement needed to speed up aircraft purchases and save taxpayer dollars.
- Codify the requirement that NOAA maintain a sufficient number of qualified NOAA Corps pilots, preserving the specialized expertise these Hurricane Hunter flights demand.
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| The dropsonde launch tube aboard NOAA's WP-3D Hurricane Hunter aircraft. As the aircraft flies through a hurricane, crew members release dropsondes—small weather instruments that descend by parachute and measure wind, air pressure, temperature, and humidity. The data they transmit in real time provides forecasters with critical information about a storm's structure and intensity. |
Sen. Cantwell is leading the effort to improve the nation’s weather forecasting capabilities. Earlier this year, she led a letter to Senate appropriators along with Sens. Padilla, Andy Kim (D-NJ), Raphael Warnock (D-GA), and Ron Wyden (D-OR) requesting robust funding for NOAA aircraft operations, including $11 million to finalize acquisition of a second G550, and $357 million to purchase an additional C-130J aircraft.
In March, Sen. Cantwell’s Weather Act, which authorizes programs at NOAA that will strengthen weather research and forecasting to save lives and better prepare our nation against dangerous weather disasters, unanimously passed the Commerce Committee.
The Weather Act is an important component of Sen. Cantwell’s 5 Point Plan to bolster U.S. weather readiness, which she outlined in a letter to President Donald Trump in July 2025.
Earlier this year, she introduced legislation to establish the Radar Next Program which will carry out deployment of the nation’s next generation weather radar system. Last August, she introduced legislation to modernize the nation’s weather communication and radio service as the country faces increasingly powerful floods, fires, and hurricanes.
Sen. Cantwell’s provision in the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022, which was passed into law through the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023, directed NOAA to acquire adequate aircraft to meet its air reconnaissance and research mission and authorized six aircraft to replace the aging WP-3D aircraft, along with $800 million in funding.
Sen. Cantwell’s provision in the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022, which was passed into law through the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023, directed NOAA to acquire adequate aircraft to meet its air reconnaissance and research mission and authorized six aircraft to replace the aging WP-3D aircraft, along with $800 million in funding.
Sen. Cantwell helped secure $3.3 billion in NOAA investments in the Inflation Reduction Act to help communities prepare for and adapt to climate change, boost science needed to understand changing weather and climate patterns, and invest in advanced computer technologies that are critical for extreme weather prediction and emergency response.
Her Fire Ready Nation Act, bipartisan legislation to strengthen NOAA’s ability to help forecast, prevent, and fight wildfires, passed the Senate in September of last year.
The text of the bill is HERE.
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North City residents invited to information session on Jazz Walk Tuesday June 23, 2026
Over the past few years, the North City Neighborhood Association (NCNA) has taken a much more active role in planning and producing this event. In doing this, we've come to realize many of our neighbors in North City don't actually know much about the North City Jazz Walk.
On Tuesday, June 23, 2026 we will be hosting a friendly info session about the North City Jazz Walk.
On Tuesday, June 23, 2026 we will be hosting a friendly info session about the North City Jazz Walk.
Join us at the North City Water District office for some light refreshments and a short presentation about the history of the NCJW and why the NCNA is investing its energy into this community event.
Bring your questions, curiosity, and ideas!
Tuesday, June 23, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Tuesday, June 23, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Alphabet Resistance 6-19-2026
The Alphabet Resistance was in place on the NE 50th St overpass on I-5 for the World Cup traffic.
They rapidly turned their signs to display both messages of the day.
Where to find public restrooms in Seattle
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| Public restrooms in Seattle |
Here's why this map deserves a standing ovation:
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- Easy navigation that points you to the closest loo in seconds
- Mobile-friendly design, so it's right in your pocket between matches
- Nearby restrooms near Seattle Stadium highlighted for quick pit stops
- Pull up the map on the city’s info page
The Kimberly Rose
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Story and photos by Dale Bauer
It has been dug up twice, as we moved from our first house to our second, and later from our second to our third.
It was pruned heavily in March, fed lots of alfalfa meal, and given plenty of water. This is the result.
After I cut the first bloom of the season, I counted 20 more that looked like they will bloom in the next days and weeks.
A real survivor.
The Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Garden Tour and Market today
This Saturday, June 20, 2026 the weather will be perfect for the Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park Garden Tour and Plant Sale, 9am - 3pm
On the day of the tour you get a map for a self-guided tour of six local gardens.
Take a peek behind gates, wander through walkways and see what these amazing gardeners have done in there gardens.
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Get inspired, ask questions and have a good time.
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour.
In the lower level of the shopping center there is a garden market. Venders selling plants that have been grown locally and which should thrive in your garden.
Tickets available at: Sky Nursery; Third Place Books and Wild Birds Unlimited at LFP Town Center or online at Tickets – Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park
In the lower level of the shopping center there is a garden market. Venders selling plants that have been grown locally and which should thrive in your garden.
Tickets available at: Sky Nursery; Third Place Books and Wild Birds Unlimited at LFP Town Center or online at Tickets – Secret Gardens of Lake Forest Park
Travels with Charlie: Walking along with Geese
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| Gander on Lake Washington herding geese Photo by Gordon Snyder |
We were walking along Lake Washington Shoreline when I noticed the Gander Goose on right was herding these geese along. A bit unusual.
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| An eagle was soaring around above them Photo by Gordon Snyder |
Looking around, I spotted an Eagle soaring around. Hmmm. Was that why he was herding them?
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| They swam by a Crane standing peacefully. Photo by Gordon Snyder |
Followed the swimming geese as we walked along the path, they swam by a Crane standing peacefully.
Notice the Gander is still herding...
Seems there is always a reward for getting outside and walking with my buddy Charlie.
Cheers,
Gordon Snyder
Gordon Snyder
Starbershop! An A Cappella Space Odyssey June 27, 2026 at Shoreline College
Join Rain City Voices and Sound Harmony Chorus for a barbershop filled original musical, written by our director Elizabeth Davies!
Saturday June 27, 2026 at 1pm or 5pm at Shoreline College theater 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline 98133.
"Starbershop! An A Cappella Space Odyssey" invites you on a whimsical journey through the cosmos, where love and adventure collide in the most unexpected ways.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Rain City, the story explores themes of love, community, and the importance of embracing our emotions.
"Starbershop! An A Cappella Space Odyssey" invites you on a whimsical journey through the cosmos, where love and adventure collide in the most unexpected ways.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Rain City, the story explores themes of love, community, and the importance of embracing our emotions.
Follow Angelica Ripley, a determined communications officer, and John Robinson, a stowaway with a heart full of hope, as they navigate the challenges of space travel aboard the SS Chordbuster and find out why there is a panda on the poster!
Scan the QR code for tickets or go to this link
Call for young artists: design for a reusable bag
Does your child love to draw? North City Water District would like to invite all kids age 14 and under to participate in our "Design a Reusable Bag" contest, using the theme "We Use Water Wisely."
DUE SEPTEMBER 30th
The winning artwork will be printed on a large, reusable canvas bag that will be used to distribute water conservation materials at local events and festivals throughout the year (and with a little luck, re-used for groceries or other purposes throughout our community).
To get started, download the entry form and design template here > Design a Reusable Bag Contest 2026
Contest Rules:
The winning artwork will be printed on a large, reusable canvas bag that will be used to distribute water conservation materials at local events and festivals throughout the year (and with a little luck, re-used for groceries or other purposes throughout our community).
To get started, download the entry form and design template here > Design a Reusable Bag Contest 2026
Contest Rules:
- Only one entry per person. Drawing must be submitted on the downloadable form.
- All addresses and email address will be kept confidential and will NOT be used or published.
- The drawing must relate to the theme, “We Use Water Wisely.” Show us how you try to conserve water at home or at school. Feel free to use words in your drawing. Please use only ONE color (markers or ink pen work best).
- To enter the contest, mail your completed entry form with your drawing to: North City Water District, Attn: Administration - Art Contest, 1519 NE 177th Street, Shoreline, WA 98155.
- Entries must be received by September 30th and cannot be returned.
- Entries will be judged on the basis of originality, adherence to the theme and overall design by a panel of North City Water District employees and commissioners. Winners will be notified by October 31, 2026.
- One Grand Prize winner and 4 runners-up will be selected.
- Grand Prize winner’s artwork will be featured on the North City Water District reusable bags and they will receive a Clean Water Science Kit. The winner agrees to allow the District to publish their first name and last initial, age, and artwork on the District's reusable canvas bags. Bags will be distributed with water conservation materials at community events and festivals throughout the year.
- Runners-up will be featured in the District’s newsletter and website and will receive a STEM Kit.
- All contest entrants agree to allow North City Water District to use their drawings in our newsletters or on our website.
- All materials received will become the property of North City Water District and will not be returned. North City Water District will not be responsible for entries that are damaged or lost in the mail.
- Void where prohibited by Law.
Public hearing June 22 for transfer of surplus property to Seattle from the 145th Corridor Phase 1 and 145th Interchange Projects
The Shoreline City Council will hold a public hearing, as required under RCW 39.33, on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 7:00pm at City Hall 17500 Midvale Ave N, 98133 to receive comments (written or oral) on adoption of Resolution 565.
Resolution 565 declares certain real property and improvements from the NE 145th Corridor – Phase 1 and 145th/I-5 Interchange Projects (together the Projects) surplus and authorizes an intergovernmental transfer of the same to the City of Seattle.
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| 145th I-5 interchange transfer area |
As part of the Projects, the City of Shoreline acquired strips of property totaling 13,837 square feet along the southern edge of NE 145th Street between Corliss Avenue N and 4th Avenue NE to allow for the construction of right-of-way improvements.
These properties are located within the boundaries of the City of Seattle and were improved as part of the Projects with structural walls, sidewalk, and landscaping. The acquisition cost for the properties was $1,037,650.
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Properties are:
- 145th Street/I-5 Interchange Transfer Area -12,326 SF of previously privately owned property on the south side of 145th including parts of two parcels, Tax Parcel Nos. 2832100170 and 2832100190. Shoreline has constructed retaining walls, sidewalks, and a portion of the 4th Avenue cul-de-sac in this area.
- 145th Corridor Phase 1 Transfer Area – 1,511 SF of previously privately owned property on the south side of 145th including parts of five parcels, Tax Parcel Nos. 2075100005, 2832100190, 2026049026, 2026049040, and 2026049152. Shoreline has constructed retaining walls and sidewalks in this area.
By transferring, Shoreline will no longer be responsible for inspection and maintenance of this area.
Live music with Fae Wiedenhoeft at Kruckeberg's Summer Solstice celebration
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| Fae Wiedenhoeft will perform at Kruckeberg for the Summer Solstice |
Fae will open our afternoon of live music with a special performance from 4:45–5:45pm.
Arrive early, explore the garden, and enjoy music surrounded by nature.
June 20, 2026
Performance: 4:45–5:45pm
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden, 20312 15th Ave NW, Shoreline 98177
Free Event
June 20, 2026 Performance: 4:45–5:45pm Kruckeberg Botanic Garden, 20312 15th Ave NW, Shoreline 98177 Free EventInstagram: @faesings
City Council seeks volunteers for voters’ pamphlet pro and con committees for Creation of a Metropolitan Park District
At its June 1 meeting, the Shoreline City Council adopted Resolution 562 placing Proposition 1 on the November 3, 2026, general election ballot.
Accompanying the ballots will be the King County Voters Pamphlet. The pamphlet will include an explanatory statement from the City that states the effect of the measure if approved.
In response will be statements in support and opposition to the ballot measure. State law requires the City Council to appoint two committees to draft the pro and con statements. The committees can have no more than three members each; however, the committees may seek advice from any person or persons. The committees will also have an opportunity to write a rebuttal statement to the other side’s statement.
Individuals interested in applying for one of the committee positions should submit an online application no later than June 30, 2026.
If you would like a paper copy of the application, contact the City Clerk’s Office at clk@shorelinewa.gov or 206-801-2230.
The City Council will review applications and appoint the committee members at its July 13, 2026, business meeting.
To learn more about the requirements for the voter’s pamphlet and the duties of the pro and con committees, you can review the 2026 Jurisdiction Manual at King County Elections.
Metropolitan Park District and the Shoreline Pool
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| Concept design for new Shoreline Pool |
The City of Shoreline is putting a proposition on the November ballot to create a Metropolitan Park District to build, maintain, and operate a pool facility.
What is a metropolitan park district?
A metropolitan park district (MPD) is a junior property taxing district with special taxing authority for the management, control, improvement, maintenance, and acquisition of parks, pathways, boulevards, recreational facilities, programs, and services.
What would the Shoreline MPD cover?
The Shoreline MPD would be created for the purpose of constructing, operating, and maintaining the proposed recreational pool facility and for potential future recreational facilities.
How big would the pool facility be and where would it be located?
Based on the current preliminary design, the facility would be approximately 48,000 square feet and include the following:
- 8-lane, 25-yard, lap pool with starting platforms, two 1m diving boards, stepped entry, ramp and lift access
- recreation pool with stepped entry, ramp, lift access, and a lazy river/current channel for water walking and floating
- hydrotherapy pool with stepped entry and lift access
- sauna
- universal change rooms with individual rooms, stalls, and private and deck showers
- pool spectator area with flexible seating options
- lobby with seating, pool viewing area, and snack bar
- classroom and party room
- staff area and service spaces
- green spaces between the building and street with connection to the Interurban Trail
Where would the pool facility be built?
The pool would be built north of City Hall on City-owned property at 17828 Midvale Ave N.
How much would this pool facility cost to build?
The total cost to build the pool facility is estimated to be about $100 million. This total includes design, permitting, construction, paying off the property purchase, and related fees and contingencies. The proposed MPD revenue would be used to finance $95 million of one-time project costs, with the balance funded with a grant from King County.
The $100 million estimated capital construction cost includes $16.6 million to pay off the remaining property purchase.
How much would it cost to operate and maintain the pool?
Current cost estimates show operations and maintenance costs for the first five years averaging about $4.4 million with anticipated revenue from user and rental fees bringing in about $2.9 million. This means that the anticipated revenue generated from user and rental fees would cover 66% of the costs to operate and maintain the pool facility. The remaining 34%, approximately $1.5 million, would be provided from the ongoing MPD property tax. By subsidizing some of the operations and maintenance costs with MPD revenue, we can keep the costs lower for users, making the pool more accessible and affordable.
Does the current proposal to construct a pool facility include constructing a recreation facility
No. The current proposal is just to build a pool facility. However, creation of the Shoreline MPD would allow for the construction of recreation facilities in the future should additional funding be available.
Who pays the property tax for the MPD?
Property owners within the boundaries of the Shoreline MPD, which are the same as the boundaries of the City of Shoreline, would pay the property tax.
How much would the property tax cost property owners?
Preliminary cost estimates for property owners are in the table below.
Why did the former Shoreline Pool close?
King County built the former Shoreline Pool, a 6-lane lap pool, in 1971. By 2020, the pool had reached the end of its useful life and needed significant repairs, maintenance, and upgrades to keep it operational. After years of providing emergency repairs to keep the aging facility open, the City decided to close that facility. The City initially scheduled the closure for September 2021. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City permanently closed the pool in June 2020.
Additional information here
King County built the former Shoreline Pool, a 6-lane lap pool, in 1971. By 2020, the pool had reached the end of its useful life and needed significant repairs, maintenance, and upgrades to keep it operational. After years of providing emergency repairs to keep the aging facility open, the City decided to close that facility. The City initially scheduled the closure for September 2021. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City permanently closed the pool in June 2020.
Additional information here
Blood drive at Evergreen Washelli June 24, 2026
Friday, June 19, 2026
A little unorthodox, perhaps, but Evergreen Washelli is doing their part by sponsoring regular blood drives with Bloodworks Northwest.
One is scheduled for this Wednesday June 24, 2026.
Scan the QR code or this link to schedule.
Evergreen Washelli is located at 11111 Aurora Ave N, Seattle WA 98133.
The Moon and Venus
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| Photo by Barbara Twaddell |
Living under a persistent cloud cover we do not often get to see the stars. The unusually warm weather and cloudless skies presented an opportunity for photographers like Barbara Twaddell to show us what we have been missing.
--Diane Hettrick
Big changes proposed for Shoreline tree code rules - open house June 25, 2026
Date: June 25, 2026
Time: Doors at 6:00pm,
Presentation from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Location: Shoreline City Hall 17500 Midvale Avenue N, Shoreline, WA 98133
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Location: Shoreline City Hall 17500 Midvale Avenue N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Based on community input and feedback from the Tree Code Update Community Advisory Group, we have drafted an update to the Tree Code. We want to know what you think!
The draft update proposes big changes to the rules. We are collecting input from the community on those changes to see if they meet the community’s priorities for how the City regulates trees on private property.
We will be hosting an open house and presentation as part of our CityLearn series on Thursday June 25, 2026 at Shoreline City Hall, It will be an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and provide feedback on the concepts proposed.
Doors will open at 6:00pm. At that time, you will be able to view informational boards about the code at your own pace. The presentation will start at 7:00pm.
We will record the presentation and link it online for those unable to attend.
Book launch June 27, 2026 for Shoreline History book by Victoria Stiles
Vicki Stiles was the executive director of the Shoreline Historical Museum from 1992 until she retired in 2022 after 29 years.
Through her efforts, the Museum became a publishing house, producing several books, including the 1926 memoir of Judge James T. Ronald and the History of the Shoreline School District - 75th Anniversary.
She made numerous presentations to local groups about specific points in the history of the area.
75 years of schools in Shoreline. History of Lake Forest Park. History of specific neighborhoods like Hillwood and Echo Lake. Pioneer women in Richmond Beach, History of Commerce in Shoreline, Impact of Women in King County,
Now she is publishing a book on the history of Shoreline on its 30th year.
In recognition of Shoreline’s long history, city of Shoreline’s 30th anniversary, and SHM's 50th Birthday, we offer this volume. It has been thirty years in the making and includes many historic photos that have never been seen outside the museum.
Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00pm
Admission: FREE
Richmond Masonic Hall
753 N 185th St, Shoreline WA 98133
ADA Accessible
Light Refreshments
Program and Author signing at the end!
Both Hardcover and Paperback will be available for purchase!
Stiles has written numerous articles on the history of northwest King County for a variety of publications. She is a member and past president of the Association of King County Historical Organizations, and a member and past president of the Shoreline Rotary Club.
Jointly sponsored by the by the King County Library System, Shoreline Historical Museum and the Friends of the Shoreline Library.
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| Author Vicki Stiles |
Admission: FREE
Richmond Masonic Hall
753 N 185th St, Shoreline WA 98133
ADA Accessible
Light Refreshments
Program and Author signing at the end!
Both Hardcover and Paperback will be available for purchase!
Stiles has written numerous articles on the history of northwest King County for a variety of publications. She is a member and past president of the Association of King County Historical Organizations, and a member and past president of the Shoreline Rotary Club.
Jointly sponsored by the by the King County Library System, Shoreline Historical Museum and the Friends of the Shoreline Library.
Local student graduates from St. Olaf College
The following local student was named a Class of 2026 graduate from St. Olaf College.
To graduate, students must have completed the equivalent of 35 credits through a combination of full-credit and fractional-credit courses.
HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, DEGREE, MAJOR(S)
Shoreline, WA
Julian Larson, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Environmental Studies
St. Olaf is a residential liberal arts institution with an enrollment of more than 3,000 students offering over 85 undergraduate majors, concentrations, and pre-professional tracks. St. Olaf is committed to meeting the demonstrated financial need of every student with 99 percent of students receiving scholarships or grants. Visit stolaf.edu.
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Diabetic foot care, early detection and prevention July 7, 2026 at Laurel Cove
Laurel Cove is pleased to announce a special presentation by Caroline Thompson, PTA and Kirsti Kerner, RN, who will discuss diabetic foot care, early detection and prevention.
This free event is open to residents, families, the greater Shoreline community, and our neighbors. Free refreshments will be provided!
July 7th from 1 to 2 pm
Location
Laurel Cove
17201 15th Ave NE
Shoreline, WA 98155
RSVP Information
Please RSVP by contacting Michaël Francart:
July 7th from 1 to 2 pm LocationLaurel Cove
17201 15th Ave NE
Shoreline, WA 98155
RSVP InformationPlease RSVP by contacting Michaël Francart:
- Phone: (206) 900-6016
- Email: michael.francart@encorecommunities.com
Washington state Supreme Court affirms $25M judgment against Facebook for campaign finance violations
The Washington state Supreme Court issued a ruling today upholding both a 2022 King County Superior Court ruling that Meta, parent company of Facebook, violated state campaign finance law on dozens of occasions and a judgment ordering $24.6 million in fines plus attorney’s fees.
The penalty is believed to be the largest ever imposed for campaign finance violations in United States history.
“Washington state law requires all commercial advertisers – from Mom-and-Pop print shops to the largest companies in the world – to promptly disclose information related to the purchase of political advertisements,” said Executive Director Peter Frey Lavallee. “The state Supreme Court has affirmed that Meta must follow the law.”
The Washington state Court of Appeals previously affirmed the judgment in December 2024. Meta appealed the decision to the state Supreme Court.
Meta asked the court to consider both the company’s liability for the violations and the size of the penalty. The majority of the court affirmed the previous courts’ rulings that Meta is liable for the violations of state law. The court was divided in three even parts on the issue of the penalty, resulting in the original court’s judgment being affirmed.
The PDC investigation began after the agency received complaints against Facebook. Agency staff presented its initial findings to the five-member Commission, which voted to refer the matter to the Washington state Attorney General’s Office.
The AGO filed a lawsuit with broader allegations beyond the PDC complaints against Facebook in 2020.
Two years later, the King County Superior Court awarded $8,220,000 in civil penalties and $3.5 million in attorney fees and costs, then tripled both figures per state law, because Meta’s violations of state campaign finance requirements were found to be intentional. Current Commission Vice Chair Douglass North was the presiding judge in the original case, prior to his appointment to the PDC.
Commercial advertisers – businesses that sell political advertising – are required by Washington public disclosure law to make information about those ads and their purchasers available for the public to inspect upon request. The lawsuit argued that Facebook sold hundreds of ads to Washington state political committees without making required information available.
Two years later, the King County Superior Court awarded $8,220,000 in civil penalties and $3.5 million in attorney fees and costs, then tripled both figures per state law, because Meta’s violations of state campaign finance requirements were found to be intentional. Current Commission Vice Chair Douglass North was the presiding judge in the original case, prior to his appointment to the PDC.
Commercial advertisers – businesses that sell political advertising – are required by Washington public disclosure law to make information about those ads and their purchasers available for the public to inspect upon request. The lawsuit argued that Facebook sold hundreds of ads to Washington state political committees without making required information available.
Overnight closures planned for repair work on I-5
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| WSDOT road crews at work. Photo courtesy WSDOT |
Overnight lane and ramp closures along Interstate 5 in Seattle resume Sunday night, June 21, 2026 for ongoing work on a regional pavement repair project.
I-5 lane and ramp closure details
The following closures are planned from as early as 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday night, June 21, through Wednesday morning, June 24:
- Up to three lanes of southbound I-5 between Northeast 130th and 85th streets.
- Northgate Way Northeast on-ramp to southbound I-5 .
- Southbound I-5 off-ramp to Northeast 85th Street.
- Three lanes of northbound I-5 between Lake City Way and just north of Northgate Way Northeast.
- Northbound I-5 off-ramp to Northgate Way Northeast.
As part of this project, contractor crews are replacing 89 concrete panels along the I-5 corridor in Seattle and Shoreline.
Tabernacle Baptist Church Annual Parking Lot Sale Saturday June 20, 2026
Tabernacle Baptist Church (16508 8th Ave NE, Shoreline) Annual Parking Lot Sale Saturday June 20, 2026 from 9am - 3pm
The Parking Lot will fill with neighbors and vendors from around Shoreline and Seattle with both new and used items to sell.
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| 2025 sale filled the lot and brought out shoppers in spite of rain |
Toys, Clothes, Musical instruments, Games, Electronics, Sports equipment, Tools, Crafts, Household items, Baby Things, Movies, Fishing Gear and much more!
You name it, you'll probably find it here!
FREE Hot dogs and lemonade throughout the day! Come Join the Fun!
Global Celebrations This Week in Shoreline, June 19 - 26
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Global Celebrations This Week in Shoreline, June 19 - 26
One City, Many Nations: A Welcoming Celebration for All
Your weekly roundup of Global Celebrations in Shoreline. Each week we’re highlighting events, games, and places to gather related to the FIFA World Cup 26™.
Is your neighborhood organizing a watch party at local hangout spot? Email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com to be included.
For the latest information visit: www.destinationshoreline.com/
Global Celebration Events this Week in Shoreline:
Parkwood Neighbors Watch Party: USA vs. Australia at Jersey’s Great Food & Spirits
Friday, June 19 12:00 PM, Jersey's Great Food & Spirits
Join the Parkwood Neighborhood Association for a watch party as the USA takes on Australia in Match 32! Gather with neighbors at Jersey’s Great Food & Spirits on June 19 at 12:00 PM to cheer on the USA team, enjoy great food & drinks, and celebrate the excitement of international soccer.
Juneteenth Celebration in Shoreline!
Friday, June 19 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Shoreline City Hall
In partnership with Black Coffee Northwest and the City of Shoreline, we can’t wait to celebrate community, culture, and freedom with you. See you there!
Smokin Pete's Game Day BBQ
Friday, June 19 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday, June 24 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday, June 26 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Smokin Pete's BBQ will be at the Shoreline North/185th Station starting 2 hours before the match time serving local BBQ favorites until sold out!
Your weekly roundup of Global Celebrations in Shoreline. Each week we’re highlighting events, games, and places to gather related to the FIFA World Cup 26™.
Is your neighborhood organizing a watch party at local hangout spot? Email DestinationShoreline@gmail.com to be included.
For the latest information visit: www.destinationshoreline.com/
Global Celebration Events this Week in Shoreline:
Parkwood Neighbors Watch Party: USA vs. Australia at Jersey’s Great Food & Spirits
Friday, June 19 12:00 PM, Jersey's Great Food & Spirits
Join the Parkwood Neighborhood Association for a watch party as the USA takes on Australia in Match 32! Gather with neighbors at Jersey’s Great Food & Spirits on June 19 at 12:00 PM to cheer on the USA team, enjoy great food & drinks, and celebrate the excitement of international soccer.
Juneteenth Celebration in Shoreline!
Friday, June 19 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Shoreline City Hall
In partnership with Black Coffee Northwest and the City of Shoreline, we can’t wait to celebrate community, culture, and freedom with you. See you there!
Smokin Pete's Game Day BBQ
Friday, June 19 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday, June 24 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday, June 26 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Smokin Pete's BBQ will be at the Shoreline North/185th Station starting 2 hours before the match time serving local BBQ favorites until sold out!
Upcoming Games:
Friday, June 19
USA v Australia – Seattle Stadium – 12:00 PM PT
Scotland v Morocco – Boston Stadium – 3:00 PM PT
Brazil v Haiti – Philadelphia Stadium – 5:30 PM PT
Türkiye v Paraguay – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium – 8:00 PM PT
Saturday, 20 June 2026
Netherlands v Sweden — Houston Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
Germany v Côte d'Ivoire – Toronto Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Ecuador v Curaçao – Kansas City Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Tunisia v Japan — Estadio Monterrey — 9:00 PM PT
Sunday, 21 June 2026
Spain v Saudi Arabia – Atlanta Stadium — 9:00 AM PT
Belgium v IR Iran – Los Angeles Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Uruguay v Cabo Verde – Miami Stadium — 3:00 PM PT
New Zealand v Egypt – BC Place Vancouver — 6:00 PM PT
Monday, 22 June 2026
Argentina v Austria – Dallas Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
France v Iraq – Philadelphia Stadium — 2:00 PM PT
Norway v Senegal – New York/New Jersey Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Jordan v Algeria – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium — 8:00 PM PT
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Portugal v Uzbekistan – Houston Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
England v Ghana – Boston Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Panama v Croatia – Toronto Stadium — 4:00 PM PT
Colombia v Congo DR – Guadalajara Stadium — 7:00 PM PT
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Switzerland v Canada - BC Place Vancouver — 12:00 PM PT
Bosnia and Herzegovina v Qatar – Seattle Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Scotland v Brazil – Miami Stadium — 3:00 PM PT
Morocco v Haiti – Atlanta Stadium — 3:00 PM PT
Czechia v Mexico - Mexico City Stadium — 6:00 PM PT
South Africa v Korea Republic – Estadio Monterrey — 6:00 PM PT
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Curaçao v Côte d'Ivoire – Philadelphia Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Ecuador v Germany – New York New Jersey Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Japan v Sweden – Dallas Stadium — 4:00 PM PT
Tunisia v Netherlands – Kansas City Stadium — 4:00 PM PT
Türkiye v USA - Los Angeles Stadium — 7:00 PM PT
Paraguay v Australia – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium — 7:00 PM PT
Friday, 26 June 2026
Norway v France – Boston Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Senegal v Iraq – Toronto Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Cabo Verde v Saudi Arabia – Houston Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Uruguay v Spain – Guadalajara Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Egypt v IR Iran – Seattle Stadium — 8:00 PM PT
New Zealand v Belgium – BC Place Vancouver — 8:00 PM PT
Community Gathering Places:
(Interactive Map)
· Cabin Tavern
· Darrell's Tavern
· El Volcán Azul
· Jersey's Great Food & Spirits
· North City Lounge
· Sodam Chicken Shoreline
· Touchdown's Sports Bar & Grill
· Vault 177
· Woody's Bar
· Yum Yum Thai Restaurant
Friday, June 19
USA v Australia – Seattle Stadium – 12:00 PM PT
Scotland v Morocco – Boston Stadium – 3:00 PM PT
Brazil v Haiti – Philadelphia Stadium – 5:30 PM PT
Türkiye v Paraguay – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium – 8:00 PM PT
Saturday, 20 June 2026
Netherlands v Sweden — Houston Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
Germany v Côte d'Ivoire – Toronto Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Ecuador v Curaçao – Kansas City Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Tunisia v Japan — Estadio Monterrey — 9:00 PM PT
Sunday, 21 June 2026
Spain v Saudi Arabia – Atlanta Stadium — 9:00 AM PT
Belgium v IR Iran – Los Angeles Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Uruguay v Cabo Verde – Miami Stadium — 3:00 PM PT
New Zealand v Egypt – BC Place Vancouver — 6:00 PM PT
Monday, 22 June 2026
Argentina v Austria – Dallas Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
France v Iraq – Philadelphia Stadium — 2:00 PM PT
Norway v Senegal – New York/New Jersey Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Jordan v Algeria – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium — 8:00 PM PT
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Portugal v Uzbekistan – Houston Stadium — 10:00 AM PT
England v Ghana – Boston Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Panama v Croatia – Toronto Stadium — 4:00 PM PT
Colombia v Congo DR – Guadalajara Stadium — 7:00 PM PT
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Switzerland v Canada - BC Place Vancouver — 12:00 PM PT
Bosnia and Herzegovina v Qatar – Seattle Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Scotland v Brazil – Miami Stadium — 3:00 PM PT
Morocco v Haiti – Atlanta Stadium — 3:00 PM PT
Czechia v Mexico - Mexico City Stadium — 6:00 PM PT
South Africa v Korea Republic – Estadio Monterrey — 6:00 PM PT
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Curaçao v Côte d'Ivoire – Philadelphia Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Ecuador v Germany – New York New Jersey Stadium — 1:00 PM PT
Japan v Sweden – Dallas Stadium — 4:00 PM PT
Tunisia v Netherlands – Kansas City Stadium — 4:00 PM PT
Türkiye v USA - Los Angeles Stadium — 7:00 PM PT
Paraguay v Australia – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium — 7:00 PM PT
Friday, 26 June 2026
Norway v France – Boston Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Senegal v Iraq – Toronto Stadium — 12:00 PM PT
Cabo Verde v Saudi Arabia – Houston Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Uruguay v Spain – Guadalajara Stadium — 5:00 PM PT
Egypt v IR Iran – Seattle Stadium — 8:00 PM PT
New Zealand v Belgium – BC Place Vancouver — 8:00 PM PT
Community Gathering Places:
(Interactive Map)
· Cabin Tavern
· Darrell's Tavern
· El Volcán Azul
· Jersey's Great Food & Spirits
· North City Lounge
· Sodam Chicken Shoreline
· Touchdown's Sports Bar & Grill
· Vault 177
· Woody's Bar
· Yum Yum Thai Restaurant
Join us for a dynamic 5v5 soccer jamboree celebrating the spirit of the game and the unity it brings. Whether you're playing to win or just love the game, this event is about community, competition, and connection. This free community event is open to boys and girls from under 9 to under 12.
Brought to you in partnership with Destination Shoreline, the City of Shoreline and the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, Lake City Collective, and Seattle Youth Soccer Association.
Brought to you in partnership with Destination Shoreline, the City of Shoreline and the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, Lake City Collective, and Seattle Youth Soccer Association.
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