Hey neighbors,

Hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend. ☀️ Spring is finally here and the weather in Shoreline & Lake Forest Park has been gorgeous. Perfect time to get outside with the family. Here's what's coming up this week.

Thursday, April 9, 2026

⭐ EDITOR'S PICK

Friends of the Shoreline Library Book Sale @ Shoreline Library · Fri April 10 – Sun April 12 Three days of book hunting at the Shoreline Library. Friday 4–6pm is members-only preview ($10 membership at the door), Saturday 11am–4pm and Sunday 11am–2pm are open to all. Stock up on spring reading for the whole family. Details →​

THIS WEEKEND (April 10–12)

Shoreline Walks: Shorewood High School and City Hall Walk · Sat April 11 · 10am–noon · Meetup at Meridian Park Elementary · All ages Explore neighborhoods around Shorewood and City Hall on this volunteer-led community walk. Dogs on leash welcome. Details →​

Navruz Celebration @ Shoreline Community College · Sat April 11 · Kids under 5 free; ticket required for others. Central Asian meal, dance performances, fashion show, and a children's area. Celebrate the Persian New Year with the community. Details →​

Shoreline Cooperative Preschool Kid/Baby Gear Sale · Sat April 11 · 10am–1pm · 510 NE 175th St (lower level) · All ages Gently used clothing, toys, books, and gear from preschool families. Great finds for parents with little ones. Details →​

Edible Gardening: Pollinators, Pests, and Beneficial Insects @ Shoreline Tool Library · Sun April 12 · 10–11:30am · Ticket required Learn how to attract beneficial pollinators, deter pests, and identify different critters in your garden. Details →​

NEXT WEEK (April 13–19)

Shannon Hale presents "Princess Academy: The Graphic Novel" @ Third Place Books · Tue April 14 · 6pm · 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park · Ticket required Newbery Honor author Shannon Hale presents the graphic novel adaptation of her beloved book. Perfect for young fantasy readers. Details →​

3D Printer Orientation @ Shoreline Tool Library · Tue April 14 · Sliding scale Learn the basics of using the library's 3D printers. Required orientation before you can print your own projects. Details →​

Fix-It Night @ Shoreline Tool Library · Wed April 15 · 5–8pm · All ages Bring your broken lamps, toys, small appliances, and household items. Volunteer fixers will help you repair them (or teach you how). Details →​

Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka KIDS @ Edmonds Heights K-12 · Fri April 17 – Sun April 19 · Edmonds · Ticket required Kids from grades 3–8 perform the beloved musical adaptation with songs from the 1971 Gene Wilder film. Five performances across the weekend; Saturday 1pm show is ASL interpreted. Details →​

Pickleball & Table Tennis Tournament @ Shoreline Teen Center · Sat April 18 · 6–10:30pm · Free · Middle schoolers Drop-in tournament night at the free teen center. Basketball, pool, foosball, and video games also available. Details →​

NW Pinball Collective: Free Play Open House · Sat April 18 · Noon · 1120 N 97th St, Seattle · All ages Open access to 20+ pinball machines on free play. Great for families; memberships available if you want to keep coming back. Details →​

10th Annual Shoreline Short Short Film Festival @ Shoreline College Theater · Sat April 18 · 6–10pm · All ages · $10–$35 A dozen films (3–13 minutes each) from local filmmakers. Vote for People's Choice. Winners take home a golden Sasquatch. Details →​

COMING UP

Lake City Record Show · Sat April 25 · 10am–4pm · 14625 15th Ave NE, Shoreline · All ages. Vinyl, 45s, music memorabilia, food, and an open bar. Family-friendly event for record lovers. Details →​

ALWAYS ON

Shoreline Library Family Story Time: Fri 10–10:30am, ages 0–5
​Spartan Rec Indoor Playground: Mon/Wed/Fri 10am–noon, $3/child, ages 1–5 ​
Shoreline Walks Tuesday Group: Every Tue 10am (meetup location posted Thursday prior)
​Shoreline Teen Center @ Richmond Highlands Rec Center: Mon–Thu 2:30–6pm, Fri 2:30–9pm, Sat Middle School Nights 6–10:30pm · Free · Ages middle school–18 · Details →

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