SCENES OF SPRING Many turned out for egg hunts, farmers market. Page 13
NEWS | New tax proposed by King County. [4] COMMENTARY | Opposing sides weigh in on levy. [6] ARTS | Islanders call for [11] life stories.
CONFRONTING THE PAST Two Japanese-American poets speak to history. Page 11
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A man who has admitted to burglarizing more than two dozen homes on Vashon to support his drug habit now faces burglary charges. Nicholas Anthony White, 33, was charged last week in King County Superior Court with four counts of burglary for breaking into four island properties and stealing items ranging from jewelry to chainsaws. However, according to a local sheriff’s deputy and a letter White himself wrote, he has burglarized many more homes than that. “He is the biggest burglar on Vashon,” said Deputy Jeff Hancock, who has worked on Vashon for over three years. Hancock, who has interacted with and arrested White many times, said he believes White is responsible for the majority of residential break-ins on the island, calling him a “prolific burglar.” “He has victimized Vashon more than anyone else I know of,” he said. Charging papers filed on March 31 describe White as a transient man who is known to local police and has a history of stealing property he can pawn to support his drug habit. “Several pawn shops in the area have refused to take items from him,” wrote Detective Debby Schmitz with the King County Sheriff’s Office. SEE BURGLAR, 19
By SUSAN RIEMER Staff Writer
A drenching, cold rain fell on Vashon last Thursday, but in the studio above Vashon Island Music, the spirit of Hawaii filled the air as members of the Vashon Island Ukulele Society started to play. “This land is your land, this land is my land, from California to Vashon Island,” nearly 20 people sang as they strummed the classic folk song — with a local twist. Many islanders know the ukulele society, now five years old, from its performances around town and lively appearances in the Strawberry Festiva l pa rade. Typically, 10 to 15 people attend its regular sessions, but in an effort to cast a wider net, the group hosted an open house for other ukulele players — and wouldbe ukulele players. Five new people attended last
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The Vashon Island Ukulele Society showcases its talents at the Vashon Bookshop last Friday. The group plays a variety of songs, from Hawaiian classics to music by the Beach Boys and The Beatles. New members are welcome. week, and at the close of the session, one woman remarked about the wonders of the uke. “Your blood pressure
instantly lowers,” she said. To attend its twicemonthly practices, people should know their
way around the ukelele at least a bit, said group leader Karen Eliasen, who owns the music store, but more impor-
tant than skill is one vital prerequisite: a good attitude. SEE UKULELE, 20
VASHON HIGH SCHOOL GOES TO THE DOGS Vashon High School was full of furry, four-legged students on Saturday, as more than 35 labs and golden retrievers being trained as guide dogs came for a workshop. The dogs and their trainers moved throughout the school all afternoon, completing challenges such as climbing stairs and riding the elevator, navigating a hallway full of distractions and being groomed in a classroom. They were also put through basic obedience drills. “Anything that a blind person might encounter during a normal day when they’re out with their dog,” said Char Phillips, the leader of Vashon’s Eyes of the Future group, which trains dogs for Guide Dogs for the Blind and put on the event. Sixty people from Everett to Federal Way with dogs nine weeks to a year and half old participated in the workshop, many of them dressing themselves and their dogs for the Pirate theme. More difficult challenges involved navigating a path dressed in rain gear and jumping in and out of a small boat. Some dogs completed the tasks with ease, while others proved they were in training for a reason. “It was wonderfully accepted,” Phillips said. “We got tons of compliments.” About 125 dogs are being trained through Guide Dogs for the Blind in Washington. “It’s basically the hardest service for dogs to be successful with,” Phillps said. About half of the dogs will graduate the program and become seeing eye dogs, while others will be placed in less demanding service dog programs or become pets. Photo and story by Natalie Martin
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Vashon teen seeks books for kids’ reading program An island teen hoping to instill the love of reading in young children and improve literacy has launched a book drive. Isaac Roter, a student at Vashon High School, is asking islanders to donate books in good condition for the Vashon Kids program, a child care program Vashon Youth & Family Services runs at Chautauqua Elementary School for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Books can be dropped off until May 31 at the Vashon Bookshop, Bookman West (in the Vashon Island Coffee Roasterie building) and the Vashon High School library. Roter said the idea came to him while attending a youth leadership program in North Carolina, where participants were charged with creating a program that would better their communities. A friend at the conference said she wanted to center her project on literacy, and Roter said this
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Tax would fund new emergency radio network Ballot measure has wide support By NATALIE MARTIN Staff Writer
Vashon voters are being asked to approve a modest property tax increase to replace the region’s aging emergency radio network. The tax, if approved, would raise property taxes in King County by 7 cents per $1,000 in assessed value for 9 years. The projected $273 million raised would allow a consortium of emergency responders in King County to replace the radio network used by police, firefighters and other first responders. The measure has broad support and is endorsed by a range of officials, including King County Executive Dow Constantine, Sheriff John Urquhart and the mayors, police chiefs and fire chiefs of cities and towns across King County. On Vashon, the radio network is used for the dispatch of and communication between firefighters
and medical responders with Vashon Island Fire & Rescue, as well as deputies with the King County Sheriff’s Office. “Everybody supports the fact that we need new and upgraded emergency radios,” said Rex Stratton, a commissioner at Vashon Island Fire & Rescue (VIFR) who is familiar with the projects as a member of the executive committee of the King County Fire Commissioners Association. Stratton and other proponents of the measure say King County’s current emergency radio network is badly in need of replacement because it is over 20 years old. Those familiar with the network say the system of radio towers, personal radios and other infrastructure works well now but is at greater risk of failing as it ages and won’t be easy to repair in the future. The vendor that supplies replacement parts for the network, Motorola, will no longer do so by the end of 2018. The system was also designed when King
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legally could, Vashon’s fire district is not at risk. “That would not be a concern here,” Lipe said. “We’re not at our maximum cap.” Still, Stratton said funding the radio system with a bond rather than a levy may have alleviated the concern altogether. “I don’t mind taking 7 cents away from our money, but I want to have a voice in it,” he said. King County Councilmember Joe McDermott, who represents Vashon, said the county considered the effect of the new tax on small fire districts, but doesn’t believe property values will drop enough in the next nine years to pose a problem. He said the county needs to get moving soon on replacing the system, which will be built by Motorola and owned by a nonprofit governed by representatives of King County, the City of Seattle and the Valley Communications Center. “Not doing anything would have grave consequences,” McDermott said. “We want our fire, police and other first responders to be able to communicate with each other.” VIFR’s commissioners declined to sign an interlocal agreement formally approving of the measure to express their unhappiness with the process, but Stratton said they still hope voters will say yes. “We need to get it done,” he said. King County Elections will mail ballots this week. The measure, Proposition No. 1, requires a simple majority of over 50 percent to pass.
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Tile artist joins interior designer in new showroom By NATALIE MARTIN Staff Writer
Local tile artist David Blad has partnered with kitchen and bath designer Judith Neary to open a small joint studio and showroom in town. In the A-frame building near Thriftway, the two have displayed a variety of kitchen and bath samples — tiles, stone slabs, cabinets and more — and say they are ready to help homeowners with their building or remodeling projects. “We can give people good direction in a short amount of time,� Blad said. Neary, who owns Roadside Attraction Design Studio and has over 30 years’ experience in interior design, opened a small studio in the same building as Cafe Luna about a year ago. However, she recently moved to the A-frame after Skunk Works, an art gallery and bike shop, vacated its street-level storefront on Bank Road. In the larger space, she’s now joined by Blad, who owns Vashon Tile Company and has been doing custom tile installations for over 30 years. Blad is also a well-known tile artist who has exhibited and sold his colorful, handmade and hand-painted tile artwork on the island. Recently he’s been creating Natalie Martin/Staff Photo artwork using a method involving crushed glass on David Blad of Vashon Tile Company now shares a showroom with porcelain tile. Roadside Attraction Design Studio. Blad noted that while he sometimes puts his more art-
ful installations in local homes, most homeowners stick to traditional tile work for kitchens, baths and other rooms. With help from some contractors who work for him, he says he’s completed hundreds — possibly thousands — of projects in Vashon homes. “I just like (working with) tile,� he said. “I like the hard surface and the durability of it, the longevity of tile.� Both Blad and Neary say islanders tend to go offisland for help with their interior remodels. And homeowners are looking more and more to websites such as Houzz, where she said they can become overwhelmed with information. “People need a place they can ask questions and be inspired,� she said. The two now hope islanders will stop at their studio to explore their options. And they note that while the businesses share a showroom, customers should feel free to work with just one or the other. They can also refer homeowners to other local contractors. “This is your first stop before going to Seattle,� Blad said. “You may not have to go to Seattle if you stop here first.� Judith Neary of Roadside Attraction will staff the showroom from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and by appointment by calling 661-5902. To schedule an appointment with David Blad, call 463-4506.
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By Chris Austin I was on vacation last week and someone else wrote my article. I bet you couldn’t even tell the difference. But now I am back in the saddle ready to do battle with QWERTY the keyboard. Did you know if it weren’t for oyster crackers Vashon never would have had its Swastika tourist attraction and no I haven’t been drinking. I am referring to, of course, the Swastika Lodge that was located on Dilworth Point. Now before you start thinking each room had a bedside copy of Mein Kampf rather than Gideon’s Bible the swastika itself has been around since way, way before Adolf and his henchmen perverted its use. It was first seen carved into a mammoth tusk some 10,000 years ago and several Asian religions have, and do, use it to symbolize “auspiciousness.â€? So it is perhaps no surprise that proprietors Mr and Mrs Shanahan used Swastika Lodge for their business’s name. Taking advantage of Vashon-Maury Islands’ burgeoning tourist industry the lodge was first opened in 1920. It was touted as an idyllic getaway destination for city folk with its beautiful grounds and views of Puget Sound. For the sporting type it boasted of tennis courts, boating and bathing. As one newspaper noted, it also had “the modern convenience of running water.â€? And one advertisement stated they could be reached on the telephone by calling “Black 134.â€? I called, nobody answered. That’s probably because the lodge was destroyed by fire in 1978. Now what does all this have to do with crackers? For that we need to look at Mrs F. C. Shanahan herself. She was the daughter of Albertina Bates and according to Mrs Shanahan her mother moved west from Bellville, Illinois, via covered-wagon in 1852. Along the way the wagon train ahead of hers was attacked and every person murdered. Coming upon this tragic scene Albertina’s party buried the dead then forged ahead while “...the pioneer mothers held their babes close to their hearts as they thought of the massacre‌â€? Shortly after crossing a mountain ridge they were approached by a tribe who wanted to trade horses (a ruse they had been told about that would result in the theft of their horses). While the two groups began an uneasy conversation, a woman of the tribe saw the blue-eyed, blonde Albertina and insisted they trade for the little girl. Albertina’s mother became frantic and in desperation offered handfuls of crackers. The tribe was so happy with the exchange they forgot all about Albertina. So there you have it, with no oyster crackers there would be no Albertina, with no Albertina there would have been no Mrs Shanahan, with no Mrs Shanahan there would have been no Swastika Lodge and with no Swastika Lodge there would be no article this week! Send me your topic suggestions at www.chrisaustinmedia.com This Feature Proudly Sponsored by: Tom and Dave - Vashon Pharmacy Norm - Vashon Thriftway Earl - Island Home Center and Lumber
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ELECTION: THE PARK DISTRICT LEVY EDITORIAL Vote yes for our vital Say no to a levy rate Proposition 1: Tax for radio that doesn’t add up network should be supported parks and places Do you remember what kind of phones you owned in 1992? Or what computers you used in the office? Technology over 20 years old is largely considered obsolete. It stands to reason, then, that even something more permanent like a radio network would need to be upgraded after two decades. Proposition 1 on the ballot to be sent out this week would raise property taxes in King County to fund the replacement of the radio network used by emergency responders — police, firefighters and medics. While the system works fine now, it was built in 1992 and is only getting older. The company that has provided replacement parts will no longer do so after 2018. This tax increase would cost the median homeowner in King County about $26 a year for nine years. With a list of endorsements that seems to include nearly every police and fire chief in King County, Proposition 1 appears to be an easy vote. Even the fire commissioners from south King County who wrote the statement against the measure in the voter’s guide say a new radio system is badly needed. However, they oppose the tax because of the effect it could have on small fire districts, which they say may be forced to lay off staff. While this might raise voters’ eyebrows, it shouldn’t cause Vashon residents concern. Should this measure pass, King County would be allowed to lift its levy lid, or tax property owners at a higher rate than previously allowed by law. If smaller local agencies are at or near the tops of their own taxing lids, the new tax could take a bite out of their funding. However, officials at Vashon Island Fire & Rescue say that because the agency is in good financial shape and taxing at a far lesser rate than it could, there’s room for the county to levy more taxes here. This isn’t as true in a couple of other places, but even there, King County has promised to provide any needed funds, as long as property values don’t plummet. This detail pointed out in the voters’ guide shouldn’t cause the measure to go down. It should, however, cause county officials to take notice. Fire commissioners throughout King County — including on Vashon — have been frustrated that they were not involved in early talks or even notified at a reasonable time about this project. Had they been, their concerns about the tax may have better considered and other funding options, such as a bond, might have been explored. Pete von Reichbauer, the only King County council member to vote against putting the measure before voters, called the lack of communication from the county executive’s office to fire districts “disappointing,” and Vashon officials would agree. But still, the tax on the ballot makes sense, and reliable communication for emergency responders is simply vital. Voters should approve this measure.
Someone asked me the other By KRISTIN day, “Why parks?” The only PESMAN answer I could think of was: How could you even ask that question? For me, parks are a basic need in any community worth living in. I acknowledge that in the past few years the Vashon Park District commissioners have taken us to the brink of the financial cliff with mismanagement of the VES Fields project. I have been to the meetings where disrespect has run high. But we have two separate issues: our parks and programs and the commissioners. The current ballot for renewing the park levy is for the We have two separate parks and programs. issues: our parks and In the November elections, we will programs and the have a choice when commissioners. The three of the five current ballot for commissioner seats are up for grabs. renewing the park levy Seven months of is for the parks and uncertainty for the programs. park district staff and the park users — the wait until they can put the levy on the ballot again — is not worth the nickel difference that the opposing view proposes. The Friends of the Parks are looking to a solid future, and voters will deal with the past in the November elections. Islanders should let the new management at the park district continue with the work they have started at creating a financially sound institution with the goal of serving all park users. Our park district provides places for people to connect, public access to natural resources, a positive impact on our economy and activities for young and old. Parks are part of the soul of our community. Play dates, weddings, basketball, public meetings, drama, softball, lacrosse, soccer, lighthouse tours, beach walks, disc golf, horse shows and skateboarding are all activities that provide human connections to other people, animals and nature. Those connections are essential to our well-being. Our parks provide us with places and opportunities to help make these connections happen. Public parks give access to all. Beaches, a pool and playgrounds of all types are available to all of our
Six years ago, when we last By HILARY voted for the Vashon Park EMMER District levy, we had a vibrant park district. We had numerous summer camps, summer concerts in both Ober Park and the Village Green with weekly dancing at the Village Green. Parents were able to register their children for sport activities and their own adult classes at the Ober Park office. We had a kayak center and we had just begun helping the Vashon Senior Center with its administration. Burton Adventure Recreation Center (BARC) was staffed, supervising our youth at this skate park. We had administration staff that included a fulltime program director. We did all this Our park district looks with levy proceeds of different today than it did $1.02 million. Then we built six years ago. ... With the the VES “Field of park district doing less Dreams.” We have and the VES Fields being already spent over $2 million on the completed, why do we VES Fields, and we still need the same levy are not finished. amount? This year about one quarter of our levy proceeds, $277,000, is being dedicated to these fields to finish out work required for the permit. This project has continually run over budget, so these projected costs may not hold true and be higher. Our park district looks different today than it did six years ago. Now the Vashon Park District has neither concerts at the Village Green nor summer camps. The kayak center has been sold and is operated by a private party. Today the senior center is totally independent of the park district. The district no longer provides paid supervision at BARC. Registration for all sport activities is now done by the individual leagues. The Ober Park office has shortened their hours so staff can work undisturbed by the public. Our park district has become a maintenance department for our parks and athletic fields, not a resource for our community. With the park district doing less and the VES Fields being completed, why do we still need the same levy amount? For 2015 our levy money is $1.12 million. This is 10 percent more than it was in 2009, when we were a park district full of programs and activities for youth and adults. If we are not spending
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citizens through the park district. We have privately run resources on the island, but not everyone can afford membership. How many other places in this region have such great access to beautiful beaches like we have here? Our parks give equal opportunities to all and have a positive economic impact on Vashon. Tourists come from off-island to stay in our beautiful lighthouse quarters. Our farmers market, which takes place at a park property, provides income to many of our farmers, artists and food venders. The park district and the programs it facilitates provide teenagers summer jobs. The sailing program, lifeguarding at the pool and summer sports camps all provide great employment or volunteer training for our youth to gain valuable life skills. Our parks say something about what matters to us on this island. If we do not pass the levy, these places and
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$117,000 on a VES Fields bond that is being retired this year, and not spending $160,000, or more, on the VES Fields construction that is supposed to be finished this year, next year we will not need $277,000. Vote no now so we can vote for a lesser amount in the November election. I do have a vision for our park district. I would like us to return to the vibrant park district we once had, offering programs and activities throughout the year. I believe it should be more than just a list of park proper-
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programs will be at risk. Renewing the park levy at the current rate will ensure a bright future. By passing the levy now, our hardworking park staff can plan for the future by creating new programs, improving the parks we have and serving many of our recreational needs. We all can find something to do in our parks. We need our parks for a happy, healthy island. The first step in helping to make this happen is to vote by April 28 in the coming election. In order for this election to be valid, at least 2,083 island voters need to cast a vote, and for the parks to continue to bring you the activities and facilities you have come to use and enjoy, 60 percent of those votes need to be a yes. So when you get your ballot in the coming weeks, open it, mark it yes and send it in right away. The future of the Vashon Park District is in your hands. Thank you for voting yes for parks. — Kristin Pesman is a former Vashon Park District commissioner who is heading the Friends of the Parks, a volunteer group supporting the levy.
ties that defines our park district. I believe that we need to really have the conversation about what we want our park district to become and offer our residents. And that conversation will only happen in earnest when we vote this April park levy down. Vote no on the park levy. This no vote now will tell the park district that we expect to be part of the conversation and that we want programs and activities for all our residents to be returned to our community. In the November election, we can vote to fund these programs again.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Health care
Act has not worked well for all It was with interest I read the piece in the March 25 issue titled “We all benefit from affordable health care.” It was authored by Dow Constantine and Susan Johnson, people who, upon finishing the article, I deduce do not live with affordable care. I am a Washington state enrollee, and I am grateful for this attempt by the U.S. government to address the health care problem. At first, it seemed great: easy sign-up, good array of choices, clear website and income-based governmental bonuses. Then, after one year, the cost of my insurance doubled. The governmental bonus did not change. For those living from paycheck to paycheck, this is a shock. One might think a raise in pay would help. But one must report all wage changes; the bonus received from the government is reduced when wages rise; the raise is nearly equal to the lost benefit. Or consider the plight of those who enrolled and, because of low income, received health care at no cost, only to find that no Vashon physicians accept it. They must pay out-ofpocket for routine visits or commute to a doctor off-island. And who, working a low-wage job, has that privilege? This is the human face of the Affordable Care Act, the face that statistics do not reflect. Constantine and Johnson blithely say that the ACA is working; we are all better off. Surely, they receive health benefits as a bonus, and said coverage is not affected by a raise and is accepted by the physician of their choice. I don’t have an answer, but there will never be one if those in power believe that everything is hunky dory.
— Hilary Emmer is a community activist who also wrote the statement against the levy in the King County voter’s guide.
— Debbie Butler
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As the Melissa Ann goes, so does the drama of commuting by boat In a matter of days, the Sally Fox will replace the Melissa Ann, and no doubt most islanders who sail across the sound for jobs in Seattle are pleased. Not only will the Sally Fox be shiny and new, it’ll also be considerably bigger. And that is no small matter: Routinely, people get left behind on the dock in Seattle because the Melissa Ann – outfitted for 172 – is full. But as the countdown to the new water taxi draws closer, I’ve started to feel sentimental about the Melissa Ann, a faithful catamaran on loan from a company in Seward, Alaska. And I realize what I’ll miss most is the moral conundrum and occasional drama that a boat with limited capacity poses. Here’s the deal: When you know that the 5:30 p.m. sailing will reach capacity by 5:25 and an hour of your island life hangs in the balance (the next boat leaves Seattle at 6:30), you’re tempted to engage in questionable behaviors when racing from your office: extreme jay-walking, running down steep hills, elbowing to the front of the pack at crowded crosswalks. And let’s be honest: You may tell yourself that you’re simply trying to get to the boat in time. But the truth is, you’re trying to get there ahead of your fellow commuters. I never missed a sailing because of tardiness. I only missed them because others beat me to the boat. But is this right? Is it right to use the advantage of long legs to stride past those with shorter legs? Is it right to use one’s insider knowledge — I knew the 5:30 routinely reached capacity by 5:25 — to leapfrog ahead of others strolling to the boat, taking in the pink glow of a sunset? And then there’s the question of exactly when one falls into line and ceases the
THE WATER TAXI By LESLIE BROWN race for the boat. The unwritten rule is that once you reach the long wooden dock, it’s no longer OK to use speed and stride to pass people. (How much of a rule is this? A friend of mine, visiting from out of state, once walked ahead of people on the wooden dock and was told by a fellow passenger that he wasn’t to do that.) For the most part, I have abided by that rule, though I once scurried past a fellow commuter who was staring at his phone, oblivious to the world around him. According to my situational ethics, people staring at small personal devices aren’t accorded the same rights as those taking in the sunset. And how about the dramas of a boat that regularly reached capacity? One time, when I was among the dozen or so who reached the boat only to learn it was full, I noted that among our sorry group was a mother and toddler. A woman who had made it onto the boat looked back and saw the mom and child standing there among us. She quickly gave up her spot. Another time, I was walking to the boat with fellow commuter Ted Kutscher, heading for the 4:30 p.m. sailing. It was about 4:25, and we were hustling to get there in time. But not to worry, I told him confidently. The 4:30 never fills. Seconds later, we were on the dock, where one of
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Saloon, where the bartender knows some the ferry workers put his arm in front of of the commuters so well he tells them us, barrier-like. “The boat’s full,” he said. to pay him later if we don’t have the He’s a ferry worker I know well and he cash. One fellow comhas a dry sense of humor. I tried to move his arm to showed me a recent One fellow commuter muter get past: “You’re joking, Facebook post — a photo showed me a recent right?” He looked at me of a rich amber-colored crossly and put his arm brew with the caption, Facebook post — a back in place, repeating I missed the boat photo of a rich amber- “Darn, his dreaded words: “The again.” colored brew with the boat’s full.” Just then, he Commuting life will got word via his walkiecaption, “Darn, I missed become more ordinary talkie that the count was once the Sally Fox replaces the boat again.” 171. “OK,” he said, “we the Melissa Ann. Fewer have room for one more.” dramas. No moral conunTed smiled at me and said, drums. And rarely an “You go.” I glanced back sympathetically opportunity to call one’s partner from at the small group of people who had the Pioneer Square Saloon with the sorry pooled behind him, while thanking my news. This is all good, I tell myself. But lucky stars. knowing me, I’ll now likely miss the boat Of course, I must note one more facfor the most mundane of reasons: I’ll simply get to the dock too late. tor in this complex moral scenario, and that is what happens to those of us who are told the boat is full. Some go back — Leslie Brown is the communications to work. Some huddle on benches in the manager at the King County Department of Public Defense. She is the former editor of The brisk evening air and try to read. But Beachcomber. several of us head to the Pioneer Square
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ONGOING Book Donations for the READ Project: Vashon High School student Isaac Roter is collecting books appropriate for children ages 5 to 12 for the Read Enjoy And Discover (READ) project, which is part of Vashon Youth & Family Services’ Vashon Kids summer enrichment program. Donations may be made at the Vashon Bookshop, Bookman West or the VHS library until May 31. (See story, page 4.) Talk Time English Practice: Free to attend, English language learning participants may practice speaking English with other learners. All proficiency levels are welcome. Activities are available for accompanying children ages 4 and older. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, April 7 to May 26, at the Vashon Library.
WEDNESDAY • 8 Vashon Computer Club: The group will meet and discuss “cloud computing,” as well as backing up systems and data. Meetings are open to the public. Memberships are available and offer some benefits. 7:30 p.m. at the Vashon Senior Center on Bank Road.
THURSDAY • 9 Senior Center Current Events: Bob Hallowell will lead a discussion of local, national and international news stories. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Vashon Senior Center on Bank Road. Lecture and Discussion Series: The Burton Community Church continues its lecture series, “The Skeptic’s View of American History.” Each week features two lectures, which are designed to stand alone. This week’s topics are: Woodrow Wilson and the rating of presidents and the Roaring ‘20s reconsidered. The lectures are free, and all are welcome to attend. For more information, call Herb Reinelt at 408-7360. 4 to 6 p.m. in Lewis Hall behind Burton Community Church.
FRIDAY • 10 Senior Center Movies and Popcorn: Islanders of all ages are welcome to attend a screening of 2014’s Oscar nominee for best picture, “The Theory of Everything,” about theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking. The film, for which actor Eddie Redmayne won an Oscar for best actor, was adapted from a book written by Hawking’s ex-wife Jane Wilde. 1 p.m. at the Vashon Senior Center on Bank Road.
SATURDAY • 11 VIPP Bake Sale: Vashon Island Pet Protectors will hold a fundraising bake sale. Anyone wishing to
contribute may drop off tightly wrapped and labeled goodies after 8:30 a.m. For more information, call Victoria Rohlfs at 463-5381. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside Thriftway. Vashon Wilderness Program Information Day: The Vashon Wilderness Program (VWP) is expanding its program offerings, and anyone interested in learning more about the Tracker program for kids ages 7 to 12 or getting a sneak preview of summer camps is welcome to attend this immersive information session. The day’s program will include two hours of nature connection and adventure followed by a Q & A session with Stacy Hinden, VWP’s director. Children must be accompanied by a parent. To register, call 651-5715 or email info@vashonwildernessprogram.org. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Farmers Market: Indulge in the season’s early produce, explore new vendors and learn about the benefits of membership in the Vashon Island Growers Association (VIGA). 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Village Green. Advance Care Planning and Directive Initiative: All are welcome to attend for information about advance care planning, as well as future plans for an island-based initiative focused on advance directives. For more information, call Wendy Noble at 608-317-3310 or Carol Spangler at 567-5302. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Vashon Library.
SUNDAY • 12 Unitarian Service: The fellowship will present an earth-based ritual of renewal for plant life and the return of wild creatures. Programs for children and youth are also available. 9:30 a.m. in Lewis Hall behind Burton Community Church.
MONDAY • 13 Vashon-Maury Island Garden Club: All are welcome to attend the club’s meeting, featuring guest speaker Kathy Wheaton, owner of Kathy’s Corner nursery. 10 a.m. at the Lutheran church.
TUESDAY • 14 Family Story Time: All are welcome to attend this weekly offering for newborns through age 6 with a caregiver for stories, rhymes and songs with Amelia Lincoln Ecevedo. 11:30 a.m. at the Vashon Library. Healing With Cannabis: Dr. Ethan Russo, a cannabis researcher and neurologist, will present “Healing With Cannabis Terpenes & The Entourage Effect.” The presentation is free to attend, though donations to the Vashon Island Marijuana Entrepreneurs Alliance
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UPCOMING Household Hazardous Waste Collection: The Wastemobile is scheduled to be at the Tjomsland gravel pit for three days. Island residents may drop off household hazardous waste items, including pesticides, oil-based paints, automotive products (such as oil and antifreeze), fluorescent light bulbs and tubes and more at no charge. For more information, including a complete list of accepted materials and quantity limits, call the Hazards line at 296-4692 or see hazwastehelp.org/HHW/wastemobile. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, April 17, Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, at 17001 107th Ave. Teen Night at the Library — Bollywood Dance and Fortune Telling: Kids in grades six through 12 are welcome to come and get their fortunes told or try some Bollywood dance moves with the Nalini Dance Company. A raffle, board games, computers and snacks will also be available, all free of charge. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Vashon Library and the Vashon Alliance to Reduce Substance Abuse (VARSA). For more information, contact Ursula Schwaiger at 463-2069 or email uschwaig@kcls.org. 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Vashon Library. `The Forbidden Kingdom’: Island Green Tech and RJ’s Kids will host this screening of the 2008 Jackie Chan and Jet Li film as a fundraiser for the RJ’s Kids foundation. Before the movie, islander Alex Echevarria, a scholar in East-Asian studies and black belt Kenpo master, will talk about the history of China’s monkey king legend, which is central to the film. Money raised will sponsor a community dinner. The cost is by a suggested donation of $5. 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, at the Vashon Theatre.
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Vashon Drum and Rhythm Circle Classes: Ongoing classes are available for all ages, and no experience is necessary. Cost is $50 for four consecutive classes or $15 per class as a drop-in. For more information and to register, go to arturorodriguez.com or call Arturo Rodriguez at 276-6401. 5 and 6 p.m. sessions every Sunday at the Ober Park performance room. Sportsmen’s Club Kids’ Camp: Registration is now open for the Vashon Sportsmen’s Club kids’ shooting summer camp. The camp will take place July 6 through 10 and has 20 spots for kids ages 9 to 18. Instruction will focus on safe handling and use of firearms and
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On Sunday, Emily Pruiksma will teach the art of pysanky, the wax-resist (batik) method used for decorating Ukrainian and Eastern European Easter eggs. Using flame-heated tools, participants in this workshop will complete one or two eggs and take home a full set of tools. The class is appropriate for adults and children ages 10 and up, and the cost is $45 plus $20 for materials. To enroll, email fiddlehome@gmail.com or call Pruiksma at 430-2525. 1 to 4 p.m. at Fiddle Home Studio, 20020 107th Ave. (Plum Forest Farm). target shooting, using rifles, shotguns or archery. The cost is $350. For more information or to register, go to vashonsportsmensclub.com or email Kim Forhart at kforhart@ yahoo.com. Registration will be open until June 1, unless all spaces are filled prior to that. Yoga For Backcare and Wellness: Irene Tokar will teach specific yoga sequences designed to bring relief to areas of discomfort, such as the lower back and neck. No experience is necessary. The cost is $70 for five weeks or $16 per drop-in class. For more information, go to islandyogacenter.com or email info@islandyogacenter.com. To register, send a check payable to Island Yoga Center to PO Box 2062, Vashon, or drop it off in the red mailbox by the front door. 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Thursdays, April 2 to 30, at Island Yoga Center. Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement: Mary Margaret Moore will lead this class where verbal cues are used to guide participants through functional movements, with the goal of developing a clearer sense of self. The cost is $15 to $20 per class, on a sliding scale — trades will also be accepted. For more information, call Moore at 505-506-8976 or see explomov.weebly.com. 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. or 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays, April 8 through May 6, at Hanna Barn. TQI Diet Class: Kathy Abascal will lead this program for those new to the TQI diet as well as anyone who needs to get back on track. For more information about the program or to register, go to tqidiet.com. 2:30 to 4 p.m. Saturdays, April 11 to May 15 (no class on May 8), at the Sheffield Building.
Yoga-Tation: The Rj’s Kids Foundation will offer this class, which combines simple yoga stretches and mindful meditation techniques. The class is appropriate for all ages and anyone who would like to learn a few basic skills to manage personal stress. Mats and chairs will be provided. The class is free, but space is limited; call Judith Neary at 661-5902 or email judith.neary@ gmail.com to reserve a place. Donations to Rj’s Kids are welcome. 4 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at Vashon Intuitive Arts. Church of Sculpture: Mike Magrath will offer eight weeks of figure sculpting classes, for both new and experienced students. The cost is $350 plus $50 for materials, and class size is limited to 12. For more information or to register, call Magrath at 276-6038, email mmagrath@gmail.com or see magrathsculpture.com. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays, April 12 to June 7,
at Magrath Sculpture Studio, 8805 159th St. Defensive Driving for Seniors: Dave Rogers will teach road safety using the AARP workbook in a classroom setting. Completion of the class may qualify attendees for discounts on car insurance rates. The cost is $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. To register, call the senior center at 463-5173. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 17, and Saturday, April 18, at the fire station on Bank Road. Beginning Beekeeping: David Skrzypek of Birds and Bees Vashon will lead this class about what to expect in the first year of beekeeping. A beekeeping suit is not required, but no dark, fuzzy clothing or heavy fragrances should be worn. The cost is $25. For more information and to register, call 463-4424 or email info@birdsandbeesvashon.com. 1 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 19.
VASHON THEATRE McFarland USA: Ends April 9. Cinderella: Plays April 10 to 16. Romeo and Juliet (Bolshoi Ballet): April 12. Behind the Beautiful Forevers (National Theatre Live): April 16. See vashontheatre.com for show times or call 463-3232.
PUBLIC MEETINGS Vashon School District: 7 p.m. Thursday, April 9, at Chautauqua Elementary School. Vashon Island Fire & Rescue: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, at Station 55. Vashon Park District: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, at Ober Park.
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TERESA TUDURY RETURNS: Teresa Tudury, who first appeared with the Church of Great Rain, will bring her music and humor to the Havurah Ee Shalom at 7 p.m. Friday, April 17. Tudury has performed or recorded with Leonard Cohen, Rickie Lee Jones, Lyle Lovett, Taj Mahal, Leo Kottke, Charlie Musselwhite, and Bonnie Bramlett. Tickets are $15 at Vashon Bookshop and brownpapertickets or at the door.
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Local poets bring to light a dark time in history By JULI GOETZ MORSER Staff Writer
On the fateful day of February 19, 1942, Executive Order 9066 changed the lives of Japanese-Americans by opening the doors for deportation to concentration camps. On Wednesday, the Friends of Mukai will present a free reading by two poets, Lonny Kaneko and Larry Matsuda, who were deeply affected by the internment. The reading will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, at the Land Trust Building. Born in Seattle, islander Kaneko’s family lived on Beacon Hill. They were U.S. citizens and in the early days of building a family and settling down. The family had just bought a new car and was about to buy a house when they were deported to Minidoka concentration camp near Sandpoint, Idaho. It was August 1942 and Kaneko was 2 years old. When his family returned to Seattle three years later, their lives never got back on track. The family never spoke of their years imprisoned at Minidoka. “Families in the internment camps were ashamed,” Kaneko said. “Here we were upstanding citizens, and families did not talk about it. It was forbidden territory.” The unspoken silence first broke for Kaneko in a poetry class at the University of Washington. An English major, Kaneko took a class from poet Theodore Roethke to fulfill a requirement, never intending to become a poet or delve into taboo history.
Lonny Kaneko An assignment from Roethke changed all that. “It opened up my memory,” Kaneko recalled. “I had subdued anger and decided I needed to turn that around as it was part of my life.” Kaneko began writing poetry. In the 1980s, after talking with JapaneseAmerican students who were unaware of the internment, Kaneko wrote poems about his experience and published “Coming Home From Camp,” a collection of poetry about life during and after the war. The book is being re-released as “Coming Home From Camp and Other Poems,” by Endicott and Hughes Books, the publishing company owned by islander Jeanie
Larry Matsuda Okimoto. When the event for Friends of Mukai started taking shape, Okimoto decided to republish the out-of-print book. The book will be for sale on Wednesday, and proceeds will benefit the Friends of Mukai. Larry Matsuda was born in Minidoka. He talks about borrowed memories, those he routinely heard only during family gatherings in the years following the internment. “The talk, the memories always came up,” he said, “and they became a part of me.” For Matsuda, they also became fuel for two books of poetry, “A Cold Wind from Idaho” released in 2010, and a recent collaboration with artist Roger Shimomura, “Glimpses of a Forever Foreigner.”
Matsuda spoke of the shame JapaneseAmericans carry for being singled out in World War II. “What do you do when the whole community is shamed?” he said. “Prove loyalty by joining the army? Hold it inside or commit suicide?” He explained that shame carries great weight in Japanese culture, and so it was not discussed. “My poetry brings this up,” Matsuda said. “One person told me she had not cried for 60 years until she heard one of my poems. We are not culturally built to demonstrate and express our feelings.” Yet Matsuda is committed to bringing this painful part of U.S. history out of the shadows because, he said, it is an American story. Citing letters of apologies for “race discrimination, war hysteria and a failure of political leadership” from Presidents Reagan, Bush and Clinton to Japanese-Americans, Matsuda believes the value of remembering what happened is to make sure it never happens again. Like Mark Twain said, history doesn’t repeat itself, but it rhymes. “It won’t happen to the Japanese again,” he said, “but there are others who it will happen to. Once I tell my story the audience will share in it. It can’t be ignored.” Joe Okimoto will host the presentation on Wednesday, which will begin with a short video with background footage about the internment, followed by readings from Kaneko and Matsuda.
Islanders invited to tell their stories for new project By JULI GOETZ MORSER Staff Writer
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Let the poetry hunt begin In celebration of April’s status as National Poetry month, two island poets, Rain O’Shine, 17, and Lily Robinthal, 16, are putting a literary twist on a classic party game. The two homeschooled poets have created an island-wide scavenger hunt — not for objects but for words, specifically words from a poem. O’Shine and Robinthal will tack the first line from a poem they have chosen to a billboard on the island. In addition to the line of poetry there will be a clue to the next billboard, where poetry hunters will find the next line in the poem and the following clue. The mission, O’Shine, said is to “find the first billboard, pick up the first line of the poem and follow the clue to the next billboard. At the end of your journey, you will have a full poem.” The first clue for the poetry scavenger hunt will be posted on the bulletin board in the hallway in between Kronos and the Vashon Bookshop. — Juli Goetz Morser
When Shirley Ferris was recovering from surgery last October, her neighbor Mary Shackelford often stopped by to check in on her. It was a typical Vashon story of caring for others and in the idle hours of companionship, the two longtime islanders reminisced about working on a literary arts project at the Blue Heron in the 1980s. Before long they were envisioning a new series, only this time the subject would be Vashon, and the authors would be the island’s citizens. The idea caught fire with organizations such as Vashon Allied Arts, Voice of Vashon, All Island Forum and the heritage association, who each agreed to co-sponsor Ferris and Shackelford’s project, “Heart of Vashon: Telling Our Story.” In true island style, Ferris said that as the ball got rolling, the project took on a life of its own. Some aspects are still to be determined, but for now, the project is set to begin on April 15 with a call for stories from any and all islanders. “We are reaching out for a wide range of personal stories, written and spoken, about what it means to live on Vashon Island,” Ferris said. In the project proposal, Ferris and Shackelford outlined their vision to create a narrative that celebrates the spirit of the island and the character of the community. They are looking for stories that “illuminate the spirit of this place and that speak to our sense of belonging and connection: human, nature, spirit.” Ferris said she and Shackelford expect that a collective story will emerge from the individual tales. “Sometimes we lose sight of our interconnectedness,” Ferris said. “We hope the collective story will rekindle what it means to live here. Belonging, reciprocity and community are so rare in the world right now. Those qualities help us when we are beset by a challenge that feels over-
whelming, that taps our courage and sense of who we are.” Shackelford and Ferris will select excerpts to create scripts for performance readings, which may be held up to four times a year. The first will be in January at the Blue Heron in conjunction with VAA’s 50th anniversary. Ferris and Shackelford have been involved with VAA for many years, and each has deep roots on Vashon. Ferris first visited the island in 1966 for a leadership retreat. She said she remembers little from the retreat but recalls fondly swimming in a pond, running through fields and harvesting food from a garden. She felt she’d found her true home. In 1971, she returned to Vashon and stayed. Ferris is a teacher, school counselor, writer and editor. Shackelford landed on Vashon in the 1980s, having driven across the country from Virginia. She first lived on Governor’s Row before moving an old fishing cabin from the beach to her current property to use as a writing studio. Shackelford is a writer, storyteller and back porch musician. She also worked for many years supporting the performing arts at VAA. “Our hope is these stories will express our deepest values,” Ferris said, “and reflect a sense of belonging and resilience.” Story submission guidelines: Stories should be short, specific, honest and heartfelt. Topics to consider: the land, seasonal activities, family rituals, special places, personal experiences, the spirit of place and experiences of connection and community. Stories can be written or spoken and submitted electronically, in writing or as an MP3. Spoken stories should be no more than 5 minutes, written stories from 750 to 1,000 words. Submission deadline: Sept 30. For more information email, heartofvashon@gmail.com.
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SPORTS BRIEFS Softball team sees bright spots in tough loss against Bellevue Christian
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The junior men’s quad heads into the final 500 meters at Saturday’s Husky Open. From left, Patrick Hanson, Fletcher Call, Liam McConnell and Forrest Miller with coxswain Olivia Mackie (hidden in bow) row to the finish.
Rowers race through the cut at Husky Open By PAT CALL For The Beachcomber
The Husky Open is the first fullscale regatta of the spring season in the Northwest and combines a curious mixture of thrilling races to come with a certain amount of intrigue. Many of the big local area programs are there, but they may not race their top teams, and it is still “experiment time” when putting together lineups. The course is the University of Washington’s Montlake Cut — starting in Lake Washington and rowing 2,000 meters to finish slightly west of the Montlake Bridge. The final 800 meters is a concrete-lined canal wide enough for only about four rowing shells across and decorated with spray-painted slogans. At the entrance to the cut is a sign that says, “Gentlemen, start yer engines,” a reference to where crews often begin to
make their moves. Vashon’s junior crew rowed well on Saturday. The junior men’s quad of Patrick Hanson, Fletcher Call, Liam McConnell and Forrest Miller with coxswain Olivia Mackie won handily as they have done so far this spring. Stiffer competition lies just ahead for this quartet as they will likely row against top-flight Stanford Rowing Center in two weeks at the Covered Bridge Regatta near Eugene, Oregon. The junior women’s quad of Kalie Heffernan, Rhea Enzian, Riley Lynch and Kirsten Girard, with coxswain Ally Clevenger, had the most exciting race of the day as they made their move against a strong Seattle Rowing Center boat at the 1,200-meter mark and just missed overtaking them at the finish, missing first place by less than half a second. The junior women’s lightweight
four was once again entered in an open division and thus was racing mostly much larger crews. Despite this disadvantage, Emily Milbrath, Virginia Miller, Shannon Lipe and KaiLi Scheer, with coxswain Callie Andrews, finished second in their race Coach Richard Parr told the team that he was proud of their effort. “There is much work to be done, but we can build on the positives from today’s regatta,” he said. The junior crew will host its spring car wash on Sunday, April 12. A new program is underway with the Groundwater Protection Committee and IGA Market to channel water into the ground and not into the headwaters of Shinglemill Creek. Islanders can come check out this fish-friendly approach starting at 11 a.m.
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The Pirate softball team got hammered by Bellevue Christian, 19-4, in their second matchup of the season. Pitching woes continue to plague the team, but the coaches are seeing steady improvement in that position. In spite of a rough start, the team remains focused and exceptionally supportive of each other. During the drubbing, high school principal Danny Rock came to the dugout to offer words of encouragement only to find that the girls were still in high spirits and fully engaged in the game. He walked away with a smile, noting, “They seem to be doing OK!” Patience and pride seem to be the team’s motto this year. First-time pitcher McKenna McVey has stepped up to learn how to pitch, and in a very short time has been thrown into the center circle and is handling the pressure well. She has all the skills to become a great pitcher and will gain experience as the season progresses. Bright spots in Pirate play were outstanding on-the-fly catches in the outfield by Kasandra Hernandez and Aimee Olson. Offensively, Mallory Breen’s bat came alive from the number two hole, and her aggressive base running was a boost for the team. The softball team played non-league Eatonville on April 6, after press time, and will travel to Cascade Christian on Friday, April 10, before having time off over spring break. — Cheryl Pruett
Pirate boys see rough start to soccer season, look ahead The weather might be nice, but the rain keeps falling for the varsity soccer program. The Pirate boys continued their slide with two more losses last week. The first game was on Thursday against Klahowya High School. The opponents brought their biggest players and pushed around Vashon’s finest. A reoccurring theme this season has been the stability, or lack of, in the defensive back for the Pirates. Decision making has been tepid at best, with clearing the ball becoming a major issue. The defense took shelling after shelling of shots on goal. The game was not without notable spots of greatness, especially in the Pirates’ middle third, as their passing BRIEFS CONTINUE, NEXT PAGE
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skills were dominant. Even though there was a pretty game of soccer from Vashon players, the big guys from Klahowya would eventually just muscle the Pirates off the ball. Eventually, Klahowya would find two goals and seal the win with a shutout. Two days later saw the arrival of Blaine High School and its crew of Borderites. Vashon entered the game with some changes to the defensive line-up. At first it seemed promising, but problems persisted with reckless defending and clearing the ball still a major issue. Blaine went up 2-0 by the half. Not giving up, Vashon moved the ball around and finally started looking like the well-oiled machine it can be. It was apparent that when it came to attitude, skill and cohesion the Pirates were the better team on the field. Vashon would finally score two goals in quick succession only to have Blaine score again. The defensive failures of dangerous challenges, failing to put pressure on the ball and keeper error would sum up some of the reasons for the loss. The final whistle blew with the score 4-2. The Pirates play their last conference game this Saturday before they enter a long spell of league games. Vashon will look try to solidify a spot in the post-season with a better record than they currently have. — Ben Bork
Mother Nature proves tough opponent for baseball team This week should mark the halfway point of the high school baseball season, and the Pirates should have nine of their 20 games under their belts. Instead, they are sporting a winning record — but with only three games on the books. While
suffering at the whims of Mother Nature, it will make for an interesting end-of-season run and a real test for the pitching staff and coach, as more games are condensed into the last weeks of the schedule. Thursday, April 2, the Pirates hosted Bellevue Christian. They won the contest 9-4 behind the solid pitching of team ace Josh Hruska Myer. Coach Steve Hall was proud of the way the boys came out and put on a show. “Offensively the boys executed our game plan perfectly, led by Harper Whitney’s three hit, three RBI performance. Lead off hitter Sam Schoenberg continued his dominance of opposing pitching staff, getting on base and scoring three times. Chester Pruett played brilliantly behind the plate and had two hits, including a clutch bunt for a hit that loaded the bases. Myer also had two hits, an RBI and scored twice. Ashton Dulfer also had two RBIs and came in to pitch the seventh inning, slamming the door on Bellevue Christian.� Also contributing RBIs in the hit-fest were Clyde Pruett and Logan Hawkins. Hall also gave a nod to the defense, which made some big plays of its own. “The defense was solid with third baseman Dulfer starting two double plays, and Chester Pruett’s back pick at first base after a Myer strikeout gave the team three double plays for the day,� he said. In JV action, the team picked up a last minute game against Life Christian in Tacoma on Wednesday, April 1. They dropped the game by a score of 4-9, but have managed to get one more game in than the varsity squad. This week, the Pirates will have played Eatonville on the 6th and Charles Wright on the 7th. On Friday, April 10, the team will play a home double header against Charles Wright. Two, five-inning games will be played starting at 4 p.m.
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Vashon Vultures lead conference After their March 18 overtime win against Bellermine, the Vashon Vultures lacrosse team dropped two games. Vashon bounced back from their losses and in a rematch against Klahowya, and the Vultures won the game, 14-11. Vashon was up 7 points in the fourth, but Klahowya had a late quarter rally and closed the gap. Scoring was led by seniors Ezra Ende, 6 goals; Winter Krimmert, 3 goals and 3 assists; sophomore Dawit Tuller-Ross, 2 goals, and freshman Max Schira, 2 goals, 3 assists. Lorenzo Higuera rounded out the scoring with his first goal of the season. Vashon moved to the top of the conference with a dominating win over North Kitsap, 20-7, last Saturday.
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Scoring was once again led by the duo of Ende and Krimmert, each tallying 5 goals and combining for five of the eight assists. Tuller Ross again contributed his 2 goals and an assist, while fellow sophomore Elliott Carlton found his groove and netted 3 goals. Freshman Max Schira found the net three times and added two assists, while senior Vincent Deblasi and freshman Diego Gray-Wishik each scored their first goal of the season. The defense played inspired lacrosse, with Duncan McMillan making 11 saves and the close-in defense holding North Kitsap to 7 points. Vashon looks to stay on top of their conference as they head into the heart of their schedule.
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Olympic swimmer and world record holder visits Vashon swim team By LISA MACLEOD For The Beachcomber
The Vashon Seals Swim Team welcomed acclaimed swimmer Ariana Kukors as she crashed their practice on April 1. Kukors and her teammate and friend Rebecca Soni recently started what they call “practice crashes,” where they drop in on swim practices, surprise the swimmers and share a couple of stories with the team. They have made a commitment to do this whenever they travel, and as Kukors was visiting family on the island, she decided to pay the Seals a visit. “First of all, the stories are crucial,” Kukors said of the practice crashes. “No matter what age, people love the stories about what made you successful. Secondly, the parents love to be included and listen in as well — and they have incredibly valuable questions. ... Third, they are just fun for us. How lucky that we were able to impact a community where they care if we walk onto a pool deck!” Kukors began swimming competitively at age 5, after her older sister Emily joined a swim team. She immediately fell in love with the water and learned to dream while staring at that black line. She made her first USA National Team at age 15 and won her first international medal at age 17. In 2008, she missed making the Olympic team by 0.08 in the 200-meter individual medley (200 IM). In 2009, she won her first world championship title and set the 200 IM world
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All four burglary charges are tied to a confession White made last fall. According to charging papers, on Oct. 22, 2014, Hancock arrested White for possession of a controlled substance, and while being questioned, White admitted to several burglaries. “He was just spewing everything,” Hancock said in an interview. While in custody, White also wrote a letter apologizing to Vashon residents for his crimes and requested that a copy be delivered to The Beachcomber. In the one-page letter, White said he had broken into more than two dozen homes on Vashon and called himself a drug addict. He also said he had syphoned gas at “both ends” of the island and stolen flowers from Kathy’s Corner, a local nursery. “I know we all make the decisions we make and know right from wrong, and I do know right from wrong, but making the decisions while on drugs that I made has only hurt innocent people,” he wrote. In the letter, White also said he planned to check into a drug treatment program. However, Hancock said he has seen White many times and even arrested him since then. A spokesman for the King County Sheriff’s Office, Sergeant B.J. Myers, said that while White’s letter said he broke into more than two dozen homes, prosecuting property crimes is not simple and not every case could be investigated or prosecuted. The four he is charged with were all reported to police by islanders who then cooperated with the sheriff’s office’s investigation. “Many of them didn’t get reported. … We could only charge on ones we have linked him to independent of him saying something,” Myers said. White, described as a white male who is over 6 feet tall,
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weighs about 200 pounds and has tattoos on his neck, is charged with burglarizing three homes and a Christmas tree farm on Vashon in late 2013 and 2014. In one case, White, who has done odd jobs on the island, was working at someone’s home on the south end last October when he allegedly entered an unlocked home next door and stole a 50-inch flat-screen television. The homeowner didn’t realize that the TV, which was broken, was missing until Hancock followed a tip there and asked him about it. According to charging papers, White admitted to Hancock that he traded the TV for methamphetamine. White later got a call from from his dealer in Seattle, who said he owed him money because the TV didn’t work. The woman who White was working for at that time told police she was missing jewelry and a checkbook after White was in her home, though apparently no charges resulted from that report. White also allegedly broke into an outbuilding at a Christmas tree farm on Vashon Highway near the south end and took three chainsaws. The other two charges are for breaking into a home near town and a home on the south end and stealing jewelry and silverware. Charging papers describe how Hancock found White walking through town carrying a bag with the stolen silverware in it. The owner later identified the silverware as
well as some jewelry during a viewing of stolen items that the sheriff’s office held on Vashon last September. In the other case, Schmitz recovered the stolen jewelry from a pawn shop in Lakewood. Following a lead submitted online, Schmitz recovered six necklaces, two pendants and one bracelet that she believed White had stolen. He pawned the items for $1,594. Hancock said it is significant that White is being charged with at least a few burglaries and called the cases examples of why people should be careful who they hire for odd jobs and should always lock their doors. White typically enters homes through unlocked doors, leaving no sign of a breakin. In such cases, Hancock said, homeowners may not realize for some time that they have been burglarized. “Vashon is just prime pickings for that,” Hancock said. “Nobody locks their doors. … It’s kind of a dream for someone who has the talent he does.” According to court documents, White’s criminal record includes convictions for third-degree malicious mischief, reckless driving and attempted possession of drug paraphernalia, all in 2007. White’s arraignment, where he will enter a plea, is scheduled for Monday. If convicted of the charges, he would face 33 to 43 months in prison.
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Vashon Island Community Church (VICC) Across from McMurray
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463-1399
Vashon Island Unitarian Fellowship
Community, Diversity, Freedom of Belief, Enrichment of Spirit Sunday at 9:45 am Religious Exploration for toddlers – 8th Grade
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23905 Vashon Hwy SW
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Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit The Rev. Canon Carla Valentine Pryne The Rev. Ann Saunderson, Priest Assoc. Sundays – 8:00 am & 10:15 am
Church School & Religious Exploration 9:00am Child Care Mid-week Eucharist, Wednesday–12:30pm
15420 Vashon Hwy SW 567-4488 www.holyspiritvashon.org
Vashon Lutheran Church 18623 Vashon Hwy. SW (1/2 mile south of Vashon) Holy Communion Worship 10:30 am Rev. Tim Wolbrecht Rev. Jeff Larson, Ph.D. vm: 206-463-6359 www.vashonluthernchurch.org/JeffLarson/JeffLarson.htm
463-2655
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Calvary Full Gospel Church at Lisabeula
Vashon United Methodist Church
Worship 10:30 am & 7:00 pm Thursday Bible Study 7:00 pm Call for location Saturday Prayer 7:30 pm
Pastor Stephen R. Sears
463-2567
17928 Vashon Hwy SW
(one block south of downtown)
Pastor: Rev. Dr. Kathryn Morse Sunday Service & Sunday School
10:00 a.m. Childcare Available at All Services.
Office open Mon.–Thurs. 9 a.m. – 12 noon
463-9804
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