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Urbanist Shoreline will install inverted U bike racks at five Shoreline businesses for free during May, designated as Bike Month. Business owners interested in this initiative must complete a brief application by May 7, 2025. Notifications about rack installations will occur by May 13, with installations completed by the month's end.
Shoreline Library hosts its annual Free Comic Book Day, allowing attendees to take selfies with Star Wars characters and receive free comic books. The event, supported by community contributions, also funds programs like Spanish Story Time for library patrons. The next GiveBIG fundraising event occurs on May 6 and 7, 2025.
A vehicle crashed through the front wall of the UW Medicine Primary Care Clinic in Aurora Village on Saturday morning. The driver, who accidentally pressed the gas instead of the brake, sustained minor injuries, while her older female passenger was taken to a hospital for precautionary evaluation. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the clinic's occupants.
A volunteer work party at Midvale Gardens in Shoreline is scheduled for May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants will lay down cardboard and wood chips to improve the site, which has been neglected and previously used by homeless individuals. Community members aim to restore the area while addressing safety concerns from discarded needles.
Aqua-Tots Swim School has opened its first location in Washington State, located in Lynnwood. The facility, which features a 60-foot-long pool, aims to provide year-round swim lessons while prioritizing safety and accessibility for children of all skill levels. Franchise owners Ben and Erin Sheedy emphasize the importance of water safety in the water-rich region.
Shoreline Free Methodist Church hosts the Community Family Fest on May 3, 2025, from 1-4 PM, promoting affordable childcare and fair wages for educators. Families can engage in activities including yoga, mural creation, and rock painting, while enjoying free food. The event is organized by Kat Hill, a MomsRising Washington MomsForce Fellow.
Marine mammal biologist Beth Ann Mathews will lead a free two-day memoir writing workshop at the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Activity Center on May 13 and 20, 2025. Participants will engage in writing prompts and receive resources to enhance their personal stories. Registration is available through the library's website.
The Andrew Sords trio will perform Brahms's Horn Trio in E-flat on May 18, 2025, at St. Dunstan's, featuring Seattle Symphony tubist John DiCesare. This concert will conclude the 2024-2025 Concert Series, showcasing works by Chopin and Sarasate while providing light refreshments afterward.
Meadowlark Consulting, a Shoreline-based web design firm, empowers small businesses by crafting strategic and engaging websites. Founded by Cory, the business focuses on supporting women entrepreneurs to amplify their online presence and impact. With nearly five years of experience, Meadowlark Consulting tailors its services to meet the unique needs of various industries.
King County officials urged Executive Shannon Braddock to swiftly propose a 0.1% sales tax to prevent $160 million in cuts to public safety services. This measure, authorized by House Bill 2015, aims to address critical funding shortfalls impacting law enforcement, public health, and victim support. Council Chair Girmay Zahilay emphasized the importance of timely action to maintain community safety.