April 2013

If you want a little self esteem booster today, pick up a copy of Sunset Magazine's May issue, which is on stands now. It features Ballard Ave in a nice one-page spread called "Seattle's New Ballard." (Keep in mind some old-time Ballardites would be insulted or horrified to be defined by downtown Ballard's newfound trendiness.)

The page features the age-old Ballard Smoke Shop, the Ballard Locks (of course), Hot Cakes (mmm), Ballard Pizza Company (mmm, again), The Walrus and The Carpenter (who doesn't feature them?), Dutch Bike Co. and more.

Of course, Sunset Magazine, which is a west coast mag based out of California, is no stranger to Ballard. It has featured our neighborhood time and time again, showcasing the Tractor Tavern, Swanson's Nursery and the many places you can shop at. See for yourself what Sunset Magazine sees so special in Ballard with their search function at http://search.sunset.com/st-results.html?No=0&sid=13E38E97FE20&Ntt=ball…

But of course, you already know why Ballard is so great, but it's always nice to brag a bit.

Zachariah Bryan can be reached at zachb@robinsonnews.com

Over 50 volunteers from the cruise industry showed up at Golden Gardens today, armed to the teeth with all manner of gardening tools to show invasive species some whatfor.

The event, put together by Cruise Lines International Association Inc, was not only for Earth Day and National Volunteer Week, but also to showcase the kind of work cruise lines do in communities every day, according to David Peikin, the public affairs director for CLIA.

"Every day, across the globe, CLIA members make positive contributions to the ports and communities in which they operate," said CLIA President and CEO Christine Duffy. "Today's event provided the cruise industry with the opportunity to support the city of Seattle while also participating in an effort that demonstrates our cruise lines' commitment to environmental stewardship."

Peikin said the cruise industries often sponsor volunteer events, fundraising activities and cleanup projects. A new initiative called "Cruise Forward" highlights the benefits, community partnerships and environmental stewardship of the cruise industry.

Photographer and Videographer David Rosen was up early on April 23 to capture the sunrise in Seattle from Hamilton Viewpoint. Rosen was there from 5:40am to 6:30am.

Temperatures were forecast to reach 70 degrees for the first time in 2013.

For those interested, this isn't traditional time-lapse in which a photo is taken at intervals and then played back at normal speed. This was shot with a Canon XH-A1 video camera and the footage was later sped up using Final Cut editing software. Some was rendered 2500% faster and the rest at 150%.

From Dick Thurnau and Friends of Hicklin Lake:

SAVE THE DATE! APRIL 24, 2013 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Technology Access Foundation

Friends of Hicklin Lake invites you to a community celebration on Floating Islands technology for Hicklin Lake at Lakewood Park. The event starts at 6:30 PM (refreshments) and at 7 PM we'll have a discussion and updates on the Floating Island project. We believe that this technology will improve the water quality condition for fish, wildlife and humans, as well as provide beautification to the lake.

To read more on floating islands, please check out the Herald's prior coverage.

City of Seattle press release:

HELP GET SEATTLE MOVING
Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board seeks new members

The Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board (SBAB) is accepting applications for new members to advise the City on the concerns and needs of the growing bicycling community. The volunteer board, which was created by Seattle City Council in 1977, plays an influential role in implementing Seattle’s Bicycle Master Plan. The board advises the Mayor and City Council, participates in planning and project development, evaluates policies and makes recommendations to all city departments including the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT).

Board members serve a two-year term, with an opportunity to serve a second term. Current members represent all types of cyclists and skill levels, from casual weekend riders to year-round commuters. Members must be Seattle residents and may not be city employees. The board meets the first Wednesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at Seattle City Hall.

Update for May 7
The wet well bypass work, which includes up to four days of continuous diesel pump usage, has been postponed until Monday, May 13.

Update for April 25 from King County
Dear Fauntleroy residents and ferry commuters,

Due to a scheduling conflict the wet well bypass at the Barton Pump Station has been postponed one week. It is now scheduled to begin May 6. Diesel pumps will run 24 hours/day May 6 – 9. As before, work is weather dependent and may be rescheduled for inclement weather. I will let you know if anything changes as the date nears.

Thank you,
Kristine Cramer

Information from King County

Starting as early as Monday, April 29 (NOW MAY 6), crews will take wastewater flows from underground pipes and move those flows to an above ground bypass – pipes that will run the length of the site directly adjacent to the ferry terminal.

Information from North Highline Unincorporated Area Council President Barbara Dobkin:

Mark your calendars.

The North Highline Unincorporated Area Council invites you to a Public Safety Forum:
Thursday, May 2, 7pm at the North Highline Fire Station (1243 112th Street, SW).

We are pleased to be hosting King County Sheriff John Urquhart and North Highline Fire Chief, Mike Marrs.

Sheriff Urquhart will be here to take our questions, and listen to community concerns about public safety and the sheriff’s department staffing levels for the North Highline area.

Once again our White Center Store Front Deputy position is in jeopardy, as the special funding allocated in 2011 expires at the end of 2013. Will the 2014 budget include funding for this essential position?

The North Highline Fire District, which is funded solely by property tax money from North Highline is facing critical financial challenges. Chief Marrs will discuss the history of our North Highline Fire District, operational status and future challenges and options.

By Katy Wilkens

On its own, popcorn is a low-fat, low-calorie, high-fiber and low-sodium snack you can eat a lot of because it’s mostly air. Put it in a bag and package it up with too much fat and salt, and it becomes a horror movie. Almost every brand of microwave popcorn I see in the store contains more than 300 milligrams of sodium –- even the low-fat, no-butter kind. All that salt harms your heart and kidneys.

Avoiding salty popcorn is easy. Make your own, using good old-fashioned kernels. Think how much plastic, cardboard and packaging you will save if you make popcorn from scratch.

Try:

• Making your own microwave popcorn in a brown paper bag, using either olive oil or butter to flavor it. See the recipe below.
• Using an old-fashioned metal tray popcorn popper to pop kernels in your fireplace.
• Packing a few little bags of popcorn kernels when going camping. They can make a drippy, dark night turn suddenly magic around the campfire.
• Getting an old air popper from your local thrift store. You’ll be amazed how good the popcorn is.

Information from the Fauntleroy Community Association:

Fauntleroy Community Association invites you to two events celebrating Lincoln Park, a wonderful asset of our neighborhood that people throughout the region enjoy. All Celebrate Lincoln Park activities will be free.

Celebrate Lincoln Park: Part I on Tuesday, April 23 (6:30–8:30 p.m.) at The Hall at Fauntleroy will feature information tables and presentations about the history, creatures, and ecological importance of the park.

Information tables will include Seal Sitters, the Whale Trail, Fauntleroy YMCA, Seattle Parks and Recreation, Puget Sound Partnership, Seattle Animal Control, Friends of Lincoln Park, and the Alliance for Lincoln Park Nature. Speakers will include acting Parks superintendent Christopher Williams, local historian Judy Pickens, Seattle University associate professor of environmental studies Trileigh Tucker, and Friends of Lincoln Park president Sharon Baker.

11th annual White Center Cambodian New Year street festival. Free admission this Saturday April 27th in White Center - SW 98th Street (Between 15th & 16th Ave SW) 10:30am - 5:00pm

Come celebrate and enjoy the festivities
Food Offering to local area monks
Live cultural performances
Live band
Banana Eating Contest
Delicious Khmer food

Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/events/116382108558924/?ref=3

If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at ccawashington@gmail.com or check out our website: www.camculture.org

Happy New Khmer Year!!