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North Helpline urgently seeks donations of menstrual products, particularly pads, to support its client services. The organization, which distributes essential non-food items, encourages community members to contribute through its Amazon Wishlist or by dropping off items at designated locations in Seattle.
Kenmore maintains a low crime rate despite having one of the lowest police staffing levels in King County. The Regional Crisis Response program, which collaborates with neighboring cities, has successfully reduced jail bookings and improved mental health enrollment.
King County voters approved continued funding for the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) program. This decision ensures the program's operation to assist in crime-solving and public safety efforts across the region.
The Edmonds Floretum Garden Club will host its annual plant sale on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9 am to noon at Edmonds United Methodist Church. The event features a wide variety of plants, including native species and perennials, along with a garden boutique selling donated items. Proceeds will support environmental grants and horticulture scholarships.
Shoreline officials invite residents to a Project Open House on May 6, 2025, to discuss a new sidewalk project along Dayton Avenue N. The initiative aims to enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists in the area.
Washington Governor Jay Inslee orders flags to be lowered to half-staff on May 3-4, 2025, to honor the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Agencies may lower flags at the close of business on May 2, and other entities are encouraged to participate. The flags should remain at half-staff until sunset on May 4 or the following morning.
The Pack the Park 5K Fun Run will take place on May 10, 2025, at Pfingst Animal Acres Park in Lake Forest Park. Proceeds will support local food assistance programs, including the Market Bucks initiative and the Shoreline Schools Angel Fund. Participants can register for $35 for adults and $20 for students, with all runners receiving a medal.
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Julie O'Donald will lead a workshop on creating gardens that support native pollinators and wildlife on May 17, 2025, at Kruckeberg Botanic Garden in Shoreline, WA. The event, which runs from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, costs $25 for members and $45 for nonmembers. Pre-registration is required for this popular class.
Always Summer Ice Cream Café opened in Lake Forest Park, offering diverse ice cream and coffee options. Founded by Vijay Chakravarthy and Hina Shahid in 2025, the café aims to create a welcoming community space. Signature flavors include Honey Saffron and Creamy Cardamom Pistachio.