<< Previous   of   Next >> Contributed photo  (click to enlarge) Banchero Friends Services Board member Frank Siderius, Daisy Knauss and Maureen Siderius enjoy the Banchero Friends Services 2008 dinner auction March 29. Courtesy of Shoreline Community College  (click to enlarge) Shoreline Community Collegeís new student union building, known as the PUB, opened Wednesday, April 2. The three-story building offers a bookstore, coffee shop, dining areas and mailing services. There are also offices for student clubs and services, places to meet and study and a large dining room that can be rented for events. The building of the PUB was plagued by delays which pushed back the opening several months. Services available this week included beverages, snacks and sandwiches from the PUBís food vendor, Chartwell. Finishing work will continue for the next several weeks. A soft opening will be later this month and there will be a grand opening for the community in September. Courtesy of Shoreline Community College  (click to enlarge) Shoreline Community Collegeís new student union building, known as the PUB, opened Wednesday, April 2. The three-story building offers a bookstore, coffee shop, dining areas and mailing services. There are also offices for student clubs and services, places to meet and study and a large dining room that can be rented for events. The building of the PUB was plagued by delays which pushed back the opening several months. Services available this week included beverages, snacks and sandwiches from the PUBís food vendor, Chartwell. Finishing work will continue for the next several weeks. A soft opening will be later this month and there will be a grand opening for the community in September.

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Legislators lead effort for community

State Rep. Ruth Kagi and King County Councilmember Bob Ferguson will highlight an all-community meeting titled "Building Community Cooperation" on April 16 at the Schirmer Auditorium on the CRISTA Campus in Shoreline. The free, public meeting will begin at 7 p.m. and is sponsored by Forward Shoreline.

"Shoreline is still a pretty young city," Forward Shoreline Board Chairman Don Sands said. "I think it's fair to say that there's too much contentiousness in our community and that we need to find ways of getting beyond that tendency if we're going to be able to plan for our future. All of us. Together."

Legislators were invited to the meeting so they can help the community identify ways everyone can work together better, Sands said.

"This will be a community 'conversation' in which we invite people to talk with one another civilly and to help establish communication values," he added. "This is a very important community meeting and we urge everyone who can to join us."

Inslee holds resource fair for veterans

U.S. Rep. Jay Inslee (D-Wash.) will host a resource fair in Shoreline for veterans on April 5 at the Shoreline Center. The event will provide an opportunity for local veterans to learn about important services and programs available to them through government agencies, nonprofit organizations and area businesses.

Experts will be on hand from 10 a.m. to noon to present information about programs administered by both the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs. They can answer questions about a range of programs and provide guidance to veterans on specific problems they may face.

Space is limited so please RSVP to Inslee's office via phone, 206-361-0233.


Dig the LFP Earth Smart Fair

Learn how to live responsibly on this earth, maintaining it for future generations at this year's popular Dig It! Earth Smart Fair on April 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Third Place Commons.

This year's event features a variety of exhibits with tips on living green. Speak to a representative from Allied Waste to answer your questions about recycling and waste reduction. Attend interesting workshops and enjoy an art activity with your kids.

Pick up great gifts while supplies last inlcuding a free lightweight metal water bottle, plastic drain cleaner, plants, Tree Walk Guide, and much more. Workshops include: Productive Vegetable Gardening in Small Spaces from 10:30 a.m. to noon and Improving Your Recycling IQ from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Attend a workshop and be eligible for a valuable gift.

For more information about the Lake Forest Park Earth Smart Fair, go to www.cityoflfp.com


Banchero Services auction a success

Over 130 friends and family members joined to celebrate and raise money for Banchero Friends Services on Saturday night March 29.

"We had our best night ever" said Board treasurer Scott Jepsen. "We had a lot of fun and raised over $12,000.00 to support our programs for adults who have developmental disabilities and live in the community."

This year the event was sponsored at the gold level by Chuck Olson Chevrolet Kia and James Alan Salon and at the silver level by Shoreline Bank. Top Foods, Central Market and Costco all donated food.

"The businesses of Shoreline really stepped up to the plate" said Jepsen.

"We truly appreciate the community coming together around this worthy cause."



Get the Ivy OUT in Shoreline

In honor of Earth Day, help save our parks and natural spaces from invasive plants such as ivy that crowd out native species. Six Shoreline park properties will features restoration parties on Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Bring your own gloves, weeding tools and loppers if you have them. Minors 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Earth Day volunteers will receive a coupon for $10 off plants at MsK Nursery at Kruckeburg Botanic Garden during the month of May.

For more information contact Shoreline Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services at 206-546-5041.

Here are a few of the Earth Day restoration party locations:

•South Woods: Meet at the south parking lot of Shorecrest High School on 25th Avenue Northeast at Northeast 153rd Street.

•Twin Ponds Park: Meet at the Trail of Cedars (look for sign) on Meridian Avenue North at North 152nd Street.

•Boeing Creek Park: Meet at kiosk near Northwest 175th Street and Sixth Avenue Northwest.

•Echo Lake Park: Meet at parking lot at north end of park, Ashworth Avenue North at North 199th Street.

•Kruckeberg Botanic Garden: 20312 15th Ave. NW.

•Richmond Beach Saltwater Park: 2021 NW 190th St. Meet at the lower parking lot near the restroom. Join us for the final work party with the University of Washington students as we create a buffer around the newly planted area by removing scotch broom.


Come to the Natural Yard Care Event

Celebrate Earth Day and learn how to make a difference throughout the year at Shoreline's Natural Yard Care Event on Saturday, April 19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Central Market, 15505 Westminster Way N.

Sample products and learn natural yard care techniques that will reduce pollution, protect our climate and save you money.

For more information, contact the City of Shoreline at 206-546-1700.