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Health and Wellness special section, pages 13-14
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s The Peace Arch border crossing was shrouded in smoke as an overheated minivan caught fire while waiting to clear U.S. customs. Border traffic was held up briefly as emergency crews responded to the scene. No one was injured in the fire, and traffic was quickly rerouted around the disabled vehicle.
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Hands Across the Border returns June 12 After a successful return last summer, the Hands Across the Border festival is coming back once again on June 12. The United States/Canada Peace Arch Anniversary Association is sponsoring the event, which caters to Boy and Girl Scout troops from both sides of the border. Hands Across the Border has been a mainstay in Blaine since the late 1930s, but the event was canceled in 2013 after
it became too big and expensive to easily manage. The festival was revived in 2015, after more than 500 people signed a petition requesting its return. The 2015 Hands Across the Border was a big success, drawing more than 2,000 attendees and dozens of scout troops. The 2016 event will feature a parade, food and arts vendors, face painting tents and games for all ages. Participants can register for the event until June 10, but must
CBP nabs suspected rapist at Peace Arch border U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers arrested a man with an active warrant for child rape at the Peace Arch border crossing on May 22. The 23-year-old suspect was attempting to cross into Canada when his passport triggered a positive match to a
warrant issued in King County. Officers fingerprinted the suspect and returned a match. The man was wanted for third degree rape of a child. “CBP officers at the Blaine ports of entry remain vigilant in intercepting people who are wanted for criminal ac-
tivity,” said area port director Kenneth Williams. “CBP and the Canada Border Services Agency have an outstanding working relationship and together we ensure individuals face justice for the crimes which they are in accused in our respective countries.”
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Three years after declaring the Custer fire station “surplus,” North Whatcom Fire and Rescue is making progress toward selling the station and has hired local real estate broker Mike Kent to market the property. Not everyone agrees with the decision – fire commissioner Dean Berkeley made a push in recent months to reconsider the sale over concerns about future population growth. The Custer station hasn’t been staffed for years, but with nearby Birch Bay projected to grow by more than 5,000 residents in the next 20 years, Berkeley thinks the decision to sell is premature. “I can’t see selling a station for a measly $350,000 and then five or 10 years down the road having to build a new one for a couple million,” he said. Berkeley made a motion to revisit the decision at an April 21 board of commissioners meeting, but the other fire commissioners wouldn’t discuss it. “It could have at least been discussed,” Berkeley said. “It’s appalling to me that it wasn’t.” Berkeley campaigned for fire commissioner on a platform of not selling the Custer station, he said, and he narrowly beat 18-year incumbent Roger Hawley. “The people put me in place because of my stance on the station,” he said. Berkeley thinks the board should have looked into other options, such as leasing the station, he said. Fire chief Henry Hollander said there have been inquiries into leasing the station, but that’s not a direction the board wanted to pursue. Fire commissioners didn’t respond to interview requests. The board of commissioners voted
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unanimously to declare the station surplus in 2013. At that time it hadn’t been staffed for several years due to a lack of volunteers. “There are very few people in that area who are willing to volunteer anymore,” Hollander said. “Years ago, when the district was all volunteer, there were stations in every community. The reduction in volunteers is a nationwide issue right now.” Hollander said the district doesn’t need the Custer station since the community of Custer isn’t growing and the Birch Bay station 4.5 miles west is staffed 24/7. The Blaine station, which is also staffed around the clock, is about 7 miles away from Custer. The station has been on the market for about two years already, but the district hasn’t had any acceptable offers, Hollander said. It’s a unique property, said Kent, who has already shown it to several interested parties. The building is 4,784 square feet, and sits on a 26,000-square-foot lot that is mostly a parking lot. Kent has set a price of $340,000 for the property. “The interest so far is from folks who have hobby interests in motorcycle or auto restoration work,” he said. Kent is also looking into getting a conditional use permit that would allow someone to live in the space, since it already has a kitchen and bathrooms. “It could be great for a collector, particularly if they collect fire trucks,” Kent said.
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Free low-tide exploration scheduled for Point Whitehorn Beach on June 4 Whatcom Land Trust (WLT) and the Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve Citizen Stewardship Committee (CPARCSC) will sponsor a natural history exploration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4 at Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve in Birch Bay. The activities are part of WLT and CPARCSC’s annual “What’s the Point?” event. During morning low tide, naturalists familiar with seaweeds, birds, native plants and local geology will answer questions and lead guided tours along Point Whitehorn’s beach, a stretch of shoreline teeming with wildlife. Marine life specialists will be providing information about plants and animals in the reserve’s intertidal zone. Guides will include Bob Lemon and Lyle Anderson of CPARCSC, who will highlight native plants, intertidal life, seaweeds and birds; Casey Cook of the Marine Life Center and Doug Stark of the Marine Resources Committee will lead tide-pool tours for children; seaweed expert Marie Hitchman; Victoria
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The Editor: I want you to know how unhappy I am with the way the city has handled themselves with the “improvements” done on Vista Terrace. The work is sub-par at best. We have drain issues along with a sink hole and puddling problems that we didn’t have before, and frankly, the road just looks bad. The city has placed a $15,705 lien on my property and gave me nothing in return. I have a working and approved septic system and now a road that looks like a bunch of school kids did the work and $15,705 less equity. If I have my way, not a single one of the councilmembers will be on council next cycle and I would never give my recommendation to anyone who is looking to buy in Blaine. I know you do not care, I just wanted to give you my two cents worth. Travis Siebol Blaine The Editor: Thanks to the city of Blaine for a hugely successful Springfest 2016. As the inaugural event for the new Blaine Commu-
nity Pavilion, Blaine Harbor Art Gallery presented over 20 artists who proudly displayed and sold their work. On the weekend of May 20, 500 guests shopped and enjoyed art and live music there. Our community is so very fortunate to have this wonderful multi-use facility. Georgia Donovan, on behalf of Blaine Harbor Art Gallery Blaine The Editor: A big round of applause and sincere thanks to all the incredible volunteers who helped to make our fundraiser for The Puppy Rescue Mission, soldiers saving puppies, puppies saving soldiers a huge success. I had less than two months to pull this off and without all your hard work, this event would not have been possible. The newspaper does not allow me to name you all; however, we all know who the volunteers were and I am so grateful. You all worked tirelessly, and look what we accomplished! I want to thank everyone from The Puppy Rescue Mission family for attending, enduring over six-hour drives each
way. You shared your stories and incredible kuchi dogs, Ammo, Kunar, Odin, Mary and Nite. Thank you, Hailey and Erik, for walking into my store in March and introducing me to this phenomenal organization. Thank you to all the incredible businesses that donated so much. I wish I could name you by name but policy of the paper does not allow that. I have all your names prominently posted as you walk into my shop and I heartily recommend that people shop, dine and use the services of these wonderful companies. Finally, I want to say thanks to the incredible community I call home. You opened up your hearts and supported this cause from the start. Give yourselves a round of applause. Due to all your generosity, I was able to pay the rescue fees for four pups. On May 17, two of these pups landed in the Continued on next page Please send letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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U.S.A. from Afghanistan and are now out of harm’s way. They are being placed in New Jersey. Another pup is on the way to Juneau, Alaska to be reunited with his soldier, and finally one more pup will be leaving Jordan to be reunited with her Airman in Virginia. The goal was to hopefully save at least two puppies and we were able to save four – how incredible is that? Heather Campbell Bow Wow and Woofs The Editor: It is an honor to be finishing my first year teaching in the Blaine school district. I am continually impressed with this amazing community, as well as the students and their families who call it home. An organization that has stood out to me, in its tireless devotion to both our students and teachers, is the Blaine Middle School PTSO. Through their hard work and dedication in fundraising this year, the PTSO has sponsored multiple student activities, including several popular dances. They purchased a new projector system for our cafeteria, allowing students to view announcements and celebrations during lunch. Recently, they purchased new Chromebooks for our library. Moreover, the PTSO coordinates volunteers and provides teachers support for classroom
supplies. Their contributions to our school and community are endless, and will benefit BMS for years to come. Thank you Blaine Middle School PTSO, for helping our youth become the leaders of tomorrow. Julie Creager Sixth Grade Teacher at Blaine Middle School The Editor: This is a bittersweet goodbye. Merry Go Round home decor/ consignment closed its door after three years of trying to do business (and make money) in Blaine. A big thank you to all my wonderful consignors and loyal customers who made it worthwhile. Blaine is an enigma; how such a beautiful setting can have so many empty and rundown buildings is beyond comprehension. I was continually asked why there weren’t more retail businesses in Blaine and why couldn’t I be open more days/hours. It’s basic economics – if you can’t make enough to cover rent and overhead, you have no profit to hire employees and you burn out trying. Landlords in Blaine must be smoking dope (which I hope they buy locally) if they don’t help potential tenants out by lowering their ridiculous rental rates so mom and pop stores can succeed. And once a business opens, if Blaine residents don’t step up and support them, don’t expect the Canadians to do it. Nancy Hamilton Blaine
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By Oliver Lazenby After an eventful competition, the boys’ 4x400-meter relay team took home a medal in the Class 2A State Track and Field Championship finals last weekend at Mount Tahoma High School in Tacoma. The team of Alfonso Dermendziev, Anthony Frey, Isaiah Russ and Dalton Mouw barely made it to the finals as the last team to qualify with a time of 3:29.11. It wasn’t their fastest time of the season, but it was close. They got a tough lane assign-
ment for the finals. “We ran from lane eight, which is challenging in that the first leg runs completely unaware of what is going on behind and the second leg has to cut in from lane eight to lane one,” head coach Carey Bacon said. The team was in good position in the third leg as Isaiah Russ entered the second turn, but in the corner his baton hand collided with another runner’s foot, causing him to drop the baton, Bacon said. “So we finished eighth,” Bacon said. “It was disappointing for a
few minutes, but in the end it was a major accomplishment and they all recognized it.” All the teams that qualify for finals get a medal. Bacon attributed the 4x400 team’s strong showing to its dedication throughout the season. At the start of the season he told the entire track team that they would have a successful season if they showed up to practice every day, worked hard and were responsible. “Without question, this 4x4 team honored that charge,” Bacon said. “I’m pleased with the effort and overall achievements of the team.” The 4x400 team also excelled in the 4x100 meters in the final month of the season, coming in fourth place in the 2A Northwest Conference sub-district meet. They made a tough call not to run the 4x100 at the district meet so they would be fresh for the 4x400 – their better event. “It really was a tough call, but we don’t regret it because we did well in the 4x4 at districts,” Dermendziev said in a phone interview before the state meet. “I’m really proud of the team.” Dermendziev also ran in the individual 400-meter at state, where he came in 12th with a time of 52.02. This season was a rebuilding year for the track team. Last year six seniors who medaled in state graduated from the program. Seven seniors are graduating this year, but a good core of athletes, including Dermendziev, will return in 2017, Bacon said. “Next year has the makings of an improved year,” he said.
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By Steve Guntli Settled in an idyllic farmhouse on Blaine‘s Sweet Road, Atwood Ales is ready to make a name for itself. Josh Smith started Atwood Ales on his family farm earlier this year. Billing itself as Blaine’s “first and oldest” brewery, the small brewery has two vats that can produce about four kegs of beer at a time, or about 24 bottles. Smith said the brewery sold its first cases of beer on May 13. Though Atwood Ales sets up a table at the Bellingham Farmer’s Market every second and fourth Saturday, Smith wants Atwood to keep most of its business “north of the Nooksack.” “Everyone knows Bellingham has a fantastic beer scene, but we want to draw people up to Blaine,” he said. “We have so much to offer up here but most people just drive right through.” Smith honed his craft by home brewing, which he’s been doing for the last decade. He also got some professional experience, working briefly for the now-defunct Frankenstein Brewery in Ferndale and working with the
Bellingham Beer Lab. Now, with the support of his family, he’s using the barn of his childhood home as his own professional brewery. Atwood Ales is strictly a family operation. Smith manages the brewery with his father, and his mother, wife and son all pitch in, making labels and manning the booth at the Bellingham Farmer’s Market. Even the name of their company is a nod to its family ties: “Atwood” is both Smith’s and his father’s middle name. “We joke that if there wasn’t already a company called ‘Alesmith’ in San Diego, we totally would have taken that name,” he said. Atwood Ales uses the “farmhouse” style of brewing that developed in Belgium, France and Germany, in which the brewers use mostly homegrown ingredients. Smith said only a small portion of their ingredients are homegrown ingredients, such as hops grown on the farm or mushrooms and
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herbs gathered from the adjoining woods for experimental brews. He hopes to one day brew an estate beer made entirely of ingredients from his farm. Atwood will produce three regular beers, in addition to the occasional seasonal or experimental recipes. Atwood’s signature brew is Grange, a smooth farmhouse ale. Atwood also produces Lodge, a darker Scottish session ale, and Dark Harbor, an oyster stout made with local oysters from Drayton Harbor Oyster Company. Smith said he wants to keep the operation fairly small. He has no plans for a tasting room, but would like to coordinate tours and oyster bakes on the property. Atwood Ales brews are available at Drayton Harbor Oyster Company and will soon be on tap at Maggie’s Pub in Ferndale and Overflow Taps in Lynden. For more information, visit atwoodales.com.
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School Calendar JUNE 2016 2 6 7 7 10 13 14 15
Evening of the Arts 6:30 p.m. 7th/8th Grade Spring Concert 7 p.m. E.S. PTO Meeting 6 p.m. H.S. All Choral Concert 7 p.m. H.S. Graduation 6 p.m. M.S. PTO Meeting 7 p.m. M.S. 8th Grade Tea 6 p.m. Last Day of School, Early Dismissal 12:50 p.m.
School Calendar The Board of Directors recently took action on the final 2016-17 school year calendar, formally designating a schedule for professional development late start days, as well as parent/teacher conference days. The approved calendar, with a start date for students of Wednesday, August 31, can be found on the Blaine School District website.
Thank You Volunteers Once again this year, the Senior Boards were conducted at Blaine High School for the purpose of allowing these students to showcase their major accomplishments, as well as their future career and educational goals and objectives. This event has taken place for many years and could not come to fruition without the support of our community volunteers. We value the involvement of our community members in the educational experiences of our students. Thank you for making this experience a reality for these students!
Congratulations Graduates On Friday, June 10, the graduating seniors of the class of 2016 will receive their diplomas. Commencement gets underway at 6 p.m. in the main gymnasium. We are very proud of this group of students and their accomplishments. We want to take this opportunity to acknowledge both our seniors and their families for reaching this important milestone. All the best in the future to the Class of 2016!
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Construction Proceeding Work on the main building of the Primary School Addition is nearly completed. Summer projects on the Primary School site will commence right after school lets out and include overall roofing of the building, enclosure of the large play shed, and the conversion of the smaller covered play area to a music room. This project has moved ahead very smoothly, and all phases of the Primary School work are anticipated to be complete by the start of the 2016-17 school year. We are very excited about having the space to offer full time Kindergarten next year. The Blaine High School project is now out to bid, with bid opening scheduled on Thursday, June 2. At this time, we anticipate construction beginning over the summer months, with the overall project taking three years to complete. There will be three distinct phases in the Blaine High School work, as we must account for students remaining on campus throughout both the new construction and the remodel. We remain grateful to the communities of Blaine, Birch Bay and Point Roberts for your support in making all of these facility upgrades possible.
Amber Burling Named 2015-16 Teacher of the Year Amber Burling is highly dedicated to the students that she serves to educate in both the Life Skills Program and the Transitions Program at Blaine High School. Her students consistently experience innovative and purposeful opportunities on both an academic and social level. In addition, Amber routinely looks for opportunities to authentically integrate the experiences of student peer groups at multiple levels of the overall program. Her infectious smile and positive energy are inspiring to fellow staff members as well as to students. Congratulations to Amber for this well-deserved recognition!
Award Winning Drama Blaine High School’s production of “Rising Ashes: The Hans J. Massaquoi Story” has received significant recognition from the Seattle 5th Avenue Theater Awards. The High School won a Special Honors Educational Impact Award and Sajeon Koebel won a Special Honors “Behind-The-Scenes” Thespian Award. Honorable mention was given to Madison Senger for Outstanding Costume Design. The High School Drama Club also received nominations for Outstanding Lobby Display and Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble Cast and Nathan Smith was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Roll. Final winners of the nominations will be announced at an Awards Ceremony on Monday, June 6, which will open with a performance by Nathan Smith, Kaelar Robins, Madison Senger, Josh Nelson, Jevan Wilskey, Katie Morris, and Corwin Simpson. Congratulations to Shari Akers and all of our Borderite thespians!
2016-17 Student Registration Just a reminder that school offices will be closing by late June. If you need to register a student for the new school year, please do so soon. After the third week of June, parents will need to wait for the third week of August to access the necessary forms and personnel to get students registered. We appreciate the assistance of parents in getting the registration process completed as soon as possible.
Congratulations Borderite Baseball We want to take this opportunity to publicly acknowledge the Blaine High School Baseball Team for reaching the State Tournament Regional Round of 16 teams. These student athletes competed with enthusiasm and focus, as they navigated successfully through a number of post season games. We are very proud of their accomplishments, and applaud Coach Hoffman and his overall team for representing Blaine High School and the community with dignity and the highest level of sportsmanship.
Check out our district website: www.blainesd.org
Movie Nights Friday nights at sunset in the gym
Waterslide Wednesdays $10 day pass for kids when they join BBBPRD2
Arts & Crafts, Dance Classes drama improv, painting, ballroom dance
Get Fit at the Activity Center & the Blaine Pavilion
ZumbaÂŽ, pickleball, dancing, basketball, badminton, POUND Fit
Kids Activities See inside for complete list
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Insane in Blaine - Skateboard Jam: Calling skateboarders of all abilities! Come learn some new tricks with Zac from the Unknown Board Shop. BBQ lunch served. DATE: Saturday, July 2 TIME: 12:00 - 4:00 pm COST: FREE / $3 for BBQ lunch LOCATION: Blaine Skateboard Park, 635 4th Street, Blaine
Waterslide Wednesdays: Spend a day at the Birch Bay Waterslides with the Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Rec. Space limited so register early at bbbparkandrec.org. DATE: July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17, & 24. TIME: 10:00 - 5:00 pm AGES: Grades 3 - 11 (must have finished Grades 3 - Grades 11 in June 2016) COST: $10 LOCATION: Birch Bay Waterslides, 4874 Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Birch Bay
Drama & Improv Activities: Become more comfortable speaking and moving about within a group. Learn basics of acting through a variety of improvisational acting activities. Class taught by Wendy & Megan Bloom. DATE: Tuesday, June 28 TIME: 1:30 - 3:30 pm AGES: 8 - 16 COST: $12 Minimum 8 kids for class to be held / Maximum 15. Must be pre-registered week prior to start of class. LOCATION: TBD
Cut Paper Art: Using paper, paste, and scissors, students will create unique paper art. Colorful construction paper is a fantastic medium for anyone who loves making art. Class taught by Wendy & Megan Bloom. DATE: Tuesday, July 26 TIME: 1:30 - 3:30 pm AGES: 8 - 16 COST: $12 Minimum 8 kids for class to be held / Maximum 15. Must be pre-registered week prior to start of class. LOCATION: TBD
ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS Exploration of Technique with Watercolor: Explore art techniques with watercolor paint. Students will have a chance to complete several designs using the techniques learned. Class taught by Wendy & Megan Bloom. DATE: Tuesday, August 9 TIME: 1:30 - 3:30 pm AGES: 8 - 16 COST: $12 Minimum 8 kids for class to be held / Maximum 15. Must be pre-registered week prior to start of class. LOCATION: TBD
Exploration of Technique with Acrylic Paint: Create and explore a couple of art techniques with acrylic paint. Students will complete several designs using the techniques learned. DATE: Tuesday, August 23 TIME: 1:30 - 3:30 pm AGES: 8 - 16 COST: $12 Minimum 8 kids for class to be held / Maximum 15. Must be pre-registered week prior to start of class. LOCATION: TBD
Gymnastics for Toddlers: A drop in class for toddlers and their parents. Using gymnastics skills kids will climb, jump, roll and run. Learn basic gymnastics skills in a fun, supervised environment! Be prepared to take a lot of pictures. DATES: Friday, June 3 - 24 TIME: 9:00 - 9:45 am AGES: 18 months - 5 years, parents must accompany COST: FREE LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Hooptacular with Leila Come learn a few hoop moves just in time for a sun and fun-filled festival season. The cost of the class includes the constructions and decoration of your own hoop. Wear close fitting clothes. Please register early.
DATES: Thursdays, June 23 - July 14 TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 pm AGES: 7 - Adult COST: $10 LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Picnic at the Playground: Families! Help us celebrate National Parks and Recreation month. Join us for a cookout at the new playground at Marine Park. DATE: Saturday, July 9 TIME: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm AGES: All Ages COST: $3 LOCATION: Marine Park Playground, next to the Lighthouse Point Water Reclamation Facility, 272 Marine Drive, Blaine Kite Festival: Kite making and flying on the beach in Birch Bay. Sponsored by the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce. DATE: June 18 & 19 TIME: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm AGES: All COST: FREE LOCATION: Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 7900 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay
Skimboard Lessons and Demo: Learn techniques of skimboarding, brought to you by DB Skimboards, Seattle and our skimboarding neighbors from White Rock, BC. Bring your own board or ones will be available for trial use. Boards are available for purchase. DATE: Saturday, June 18 TIME: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm AGES: All COST: FREE LOCATION: Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 7900 Birch Bay Drive, Birch Bay
Kids Play Mondays: Play games with Josh for fun and fitness. June 20: Team Sports Day June 27: Mini Golf Day July 11: Waterfun day July 18: Star Wars Day
July 25: Kickball Day August 1: Pirate Day August 8: Superhero Day August 15: Waterfun Day August 22: Soccer Day August 29: Imagination Day TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 pm AGES: 6 & up COST: FREE LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Pirate Daze: Come dressed up in pirate costumes and join in the fun as we play pirate games, listen to pirate music, join in a treasure hunt and attend the pirate costume contest at the Drayton Harbor Days Festival. DATE: Saturday, August 6 TIME: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm AGES: 3 & up COST: FREE. LOCATION: Marine Park Playground, Marine Drive, Blaine
Teach Me Golf - Youth: Give your kids a summer they’ll remember by signing them up for golf lessons with Keith Henderson, PGA Professional. Beginning youth group golf lessons will be taught at Rodarco Golf Range. Parents must participate! DATES: Jun 18, 25, Jul 2, 9, 16, & 23 TIME: 10:00 – 11:00 am AGES: 8 - 15 COST: $85 for 6 lessons. Includes golf balls and use of clubs. Must be pre-registered by June 20. Minimum 3 kids for class to be held. Maximum 6. LOCATION: Rodarco Golf Range, 8020 Kickerville Road, Birch Bay Boat Safety Day: This fun class is a great way to learn basic Boat Safety rules. DATE: Tuesday, June 28 TIME: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm AGES: Ages 5 & up COST: FREE LOCATION: Blaine Boating Center, Marine Drive, Blaine
Family Movie Nights: Free movies for the whole family. TIME: Sunset. Gym opens at 8:30 pm AGES: ALL COST: FREE. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
2016 EVENTS Birch Bay Activity Center 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay June 26 - 28
International Art Festival at Peace Arch Park
July 4
Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration Parade & Fireworks
July 10 - 16
Drayton Harbor Day Music Festival
July 16
Art 2 Jazz Street Fair
August 6 - 7
Drayton Harbor Days
August 7 - 28
International Concert Series
Sundays 2 pm, Peace Arch Park
May 27 September 5
Fri., Sat., Sun. Plover Ferry Passenger Rides & A.P.A. Museum
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Blaine Gardener’s Market
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H Street Plaza
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International Sculpture Exhibition – Peace Arch Park
(May - Oct)
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(360) 656-6416 • info@bbbprd2.com Community funded recreational and activity programs for all ages, reflecting our northwest lifestyles and spirit for life. Our mission is to provide recreational opportunities, maintain sites that enhance our quality of life and preserve the natural and recreational resources of the district. Elected Commissioners: Jeff Carrington, Chairman Doug Robertson, Treasurer Katy Montfort Sheli Moore Richard Sturgill Staff: Heidi Holmes, Program Manager Joshua Davies, Kristina Pollard, Leila Humphrey, Activity Coordinators Ted Morris, Director
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Open Gym: Join us in the gym for basketball, pickleball, badminton or volleyball. DATE: Fridays TIME: 5:30 - 8:00 pm AGES: All COST: FREE LOCATION: Birch Bay Activtity Center
Run to the Border: Kids 1-mile dash, 5k race. Sponsored by Let’s Move Blaine. DATES: Saturday, August 6 TIME: 8:30 am AGES: All COST: Visit www.letsmoveblaine.org LOCATION: Marine Park, Blaine, WA
ZUMBA® Fitness: Every class feels like a party! Just move your body and follow! It’s easy! Summer Schedule June - August Tues: 6:15 - 7:15 pm Zumba® Fitness Sat: 9:00 - 10 am Zumba® Fitness LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center with Steven Walk to White Rock, BC Cross Border Fun. Meet at the American Kitchen at Peace Arch Park. Passport, Nexus or enhanced driver’s license required. Meet at Peace Arch Park, cross the border into Canada, walk along Beach Road to Marine Drive in White Rock. Stroll the White Rock Promenade, have lunch and return to the U.S. 6 miles roundtrip. DATE: Wednesday, June 22 TIME: 10:00 am AGES: All ages COST: Bring money for purchase of lunch in White Rock LOCATION: Peace Arch Park to White Rock, BC Canada
Hikes Around Whatcom County and Beyond: Explore the beauty of Whatcom County – These fun day hikes are meant to challenge your inner couch potato! Meet at Birch Bay Activity Center at 9:00 am for carpooling unless otherwise specified. DATES: Wednesday, July 20: Oyster Dome. Moderate 7.2 mile hike. Wednesday, August 17: Lost Lake. Moderate 4.8 miles hike. Wednesday, September 21: Pine &
Gym Rental $25 / hour Great for Parties: Basketball Parties Volleyball Parties Dodgeball & more! Call today and reserve the gym for your next event! 360-656-6416 Birch Bay Activity Center
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ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES Cedar Lake. Moderate 6 mile hike. COST: FREE, bring a sack lunch
Beginner’s Running Class: 9-week beginner’s 5K training will include warm-up, training run and stretching for runners. Prepare for the Run to the Border 5K on August 6 at Marine Park. Cost includes registration for Run to the Border and a t-shirt. DATE: Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting June 14 - August 4 TIME: 7:30 - 8:30 am COST: $50 Minimum 3 people for class to be held. Must pre-register by June 10. LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
POUND Rockout Workout: Channel your inner performer & rock your body with this modern-day fusion of movement and music. Using RipstixTM - weighted drumsticks engineered for exercise - POUND transform drumming into an effective full-body workout. DATE: Tuesdays (no class 6/14) TIME: 4:00 - 4:45 pm DATE: Wednesdays (no class 6/15) TIME: 6:15 - 7:00 pm DATE: Thursdays TIME: 10:30 - 11:15 am COST: $5 drop in Childcare provided. LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Bam! Kick It Up A Notch Line Dance: Enjoy ongoing line dance classes. No partners necessary. DATE: Tuesdays, June 21 - July 19 TIME: 5:00 - 6:00 pm COST: $3 drop in fee LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center with Kristina
Badminton Open Gym: DATE: Sundays TIME: 4:00 - 6:00 pm COST: $3 drop in fee LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Hip Hop Dance Fitness: Join Tara as she leads you to a dance workout with a hip hop flair. DATE: Mondays
TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 pm COST: $3 drop in fee LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Step Dance Fitness: Dance your way to a healthy body as you listen to great music with this fun, energetic aerobic workout. Class led by Melissa. DATE: Thursdays TIME: 9:00 - 10:00 am COST: $3 drop in fee LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Ocheami: Song, Dance, Drumming and Storytelling: Come join this group of performers in exploring the rich culture of West Africa! Through song, dance, drumming and story telling, members of Ocheami bring Africa to you. DATE: Saturday, June 25 TIME: 10:30 am -12:00 pm; 1:00 - 2:30 pm COST: FREE LOCATION: Peace Arch International Arts & Music Festival, Peace Arch Park, Blaine
Bay Crest Neighborhood BBQ: Families! Help us celebrate National Parks and Recreation month. Join us for a cookout in the Bay Crest neighborhood. DATE: Saturday, July 17 TIME: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm AGES: All Ages COST: $3 LOCATION: Bay Crest Public Field, corner of Sandcastle and Seashell Drive, Birch Bay.
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Human Hungry Hungry Hippo: Come play this human version of the favorite board game! DATE: Saturday, July 30 TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 pm AGES: All ages, teams up to 4 people COST: $2 LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
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COMING THIS AUGUST to downtown Blaine Watch The Northern Light for details!
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Waterslide Day Passes
Blaine-Birch Bay Park & Recreation is teaming up with the Birch Bay Waterslides this May & June! Passes valid in June only. Must be a fulltime resident of Blaine & Birch Bay (ID required). Purchase passes at the Birch Bay Activity Center. Limit 5 passes per day. For more info, call 656-6416
June 3: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory PG June 10: Jurassic Park PG -13 June 17: Finding Nemo PG June 24: James Bond Spectre PG-13 July 1: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 PG-13 July 8: Zootopia PG July 15: Fast and Furious 6 PG-13 July 22: Kung Fu Panda 3 PG July 29: Grease PG-13 August 5: Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Man’s Chest PG-13 August 12: Batman vs Superman Dawn of Justice PG-13 August 19: Robin Hood Prince of Thieves PG-13 August 26: James Bond GoldenEye PG-13 September 6: Star Trek 2009 PG-13
Sponsored by Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2. Sign up today by calling 360-656-6416
ZUMBA® Fitness: Every class feels like a party! Just move your body and follow! It’s easy! Mon: 9:00 -10:00 am Zumba® Fitness Tues: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Zumba® Fitness Wed: 9:00 - 10:00 am Zumba® Toning Fri: 9:00 - 10:00 am Zumba® Step Sat: 9:00 - 10:00 am Zumba® Fitness COST: $3 drop-in fee LOCATION: Blaine Pavilion w/ Brenda 635 8th St., Blaine
Line Dance: Enjoy ongoing line dance classes. DATE: Mondays TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 pm DATE: Tuesdays TIME: 10:30 - 11:30 am DATE: Thursdays TIME: 9:00 - 10:00 am COST: $3 drop in fee LOCATION: Blaine Pavilion w/ Brenda 635 8th St., Blaine
Yoga - For Body, Mind & Spirit: Enhance flexibility & balance, Increase peace of mind and lower levels of stress, bolster overall health & immune system through movement & stretching. DATES: Tuesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 am Thursdays, 6:15 - 7:15 pm COST: $5 drop in fee LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center DATES: Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:30 am COST: $5 drop in fee LOCATION: Blaine Pavilion, 635 8th St
Bird Art with Watercolor & Pencil Ever wanted to draw or paint a bird but couldn’t make it realistic. This workshop, view & discuss cubist and abstract techniques in bird art. Participants will create ‘bird art’ through allowing the essence of the bird to flow from the parts that make a bird, a “bird”. Students will work with colored pencil and watercolor paint. Class taught by Wendy & Megan Bloom. DATE: Wednesday, June 15 TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 pm AGES: 16 + COST: $12 Minimum 8 kids for class to be held / Maximum 10. Must be pre-registered week prior to start of class. LOCATION: Blaine Senior / Community Center, 763 G St., Blaine
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ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS Exploration of Art Techniques to Create Artistic Greeting Cards Students have an opportunity to create and explore a variety of art techniques on small scale canvases. In this workshop, several art techniques are explored with watercolor paint and acrylic paint along with a variety of fun and unique media. Take home a number of created art pieces that can be used as artistic greeting cards or framed art. Class taught by Wendy & Megan Bloom. DATE: Wednesday, July 6 TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 pm AGES: 16 + COST: $12 Minimum 8 kids for class to be held / Maximum 10. Must be pre-registered week prior to start of class. LOCATION: Blaine Senior / Community Center, 763 G St., Blaine
Teach Me Golf - Adults: It’s never too late to learn to play golf or simply improve your swing! Beginning adult group golf lessons will be taught at Rodarco Golf Range on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; PGA instruction will be taught by Keith Henderson, PGA Professional. DATES: (2 sessions to choose from) Tues: June 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12 & 19 Wed: June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, & 20 TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 pm COST: $120 for 6 lessons. Includes golf balls and use of clubs. Must pre-register by June 13. LOCATION: Rodarco Golf Range, Kickerville Road, Birch Bay **NOTE: PROGRAM SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Pickleball Open Gym: Pickleball is a cross between tennis and badminton using a lower net with a whiffle-type ball and short paddles. DATE: Mondays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Tuesdays: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Wednesdays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Thursdays 12:30 - 3:30 pm (advanced 3.5+ ratings only) Fridays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Saturdays 10:00 am - 12:30 COST: $3 drop-in fee LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center
Ballroom Dance: 4-week class teaches you the basics of ballroom dance. A new dance move taught each month. Instructors Megan and Wendy Bloom will teach you the basics. Having a partner is not required. DATE: Tuesdays, June, July & August TIME: 7:30 - 8:30 pm AGES: Age: 16+ COST: $50 per month LOCATION: Birch Bay Activity Center 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay
Summer 2016 Fitness Challenge Don’t just WORK OUT this summer, ROCK OUT! Try 5 different classes between June 1 - August 31, 2016 a minimum of 2 times each class and receive a FREE monthly pass or equal value to the class of your choice. Pick up your Fitness Challenge Passport today at the Birch Bay Activity Center. Many classes to choose from at either the Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street or the Blaine Pavilion, 635 8th St., Blaine.
KILMER PARK 700 “B” St.
SALISHAN PARK 1275 Blaine Ave.
BLAINE SKATE PARK 635 4th St.
BAY HORIZON PARK
7511 Gemini St., Birch Bay
BRICKYARD PARK 980 Clyde St.
PEACE PORTAL TRAIL
Between Cherry St - Bayview Ave.
SEMIAHMOO SPIT TRAIL Semiahmoo Pkwy.
MONTFORT PARK 2200 Dodd St.
Have you visited the new pirate ship and lighthouse playground at Marine Park?
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MARINE PARK & PLAYGROUND 200 Marine Dr.
LINCOLN PARK 1800 “H” St.
BIRCH BAY STATE PARK 5105 Helwig Road, Birch Bay
PEACE ARCH STATE PARK 19 “A” St.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS Encouraging happy, healthy lives!
Should you be screened for cancer? Your primary care provider can help Cancer screening tests can often save lives by finding cancer early, providing a vital heads-up before you might notice a lump or other worrisome symptoms. But it’s not always easy to know which screenings you need or when to get them, particularly since screening guidelines change. “Cancer screenings don’t have one-size-fits-all guidelines,” said Francine Martis, MD, a family medicine physician at PeaceHealth Medical Group. “They typically have different recommendations based on things like age, family history or even personal preferences.” One person who can help you sort through the maze of cancer guidelines is your primary care provider. “We can answer your questions, explain the various tests, and help determine a screening approach for cancer and other diseases that is right for you,” Dr. Martis said. Women, in particular, would benefit from regular cancer screenings. The following cancers are the most common affecting women: Breast cancer. The American College of Obstetricians and
Gynecologists as well as the American College of Radiologists recommend breast cancer screening start at age 40. Determining the age to start having mammograms and their frequency should involve shared
decision-making based on an individualized risk assessment. Cervical cancer is the easiest gynecologic cancer to prevent, with regular screening tests and follow-up. The pap test looks for pre-cancers, cell changes
on the cervix that may become cervical cancer if not treated appropriately and the HPV test looks for the virus that can cause those cell changes. Women aged 30-65 should have a pap plus an HPV test ev-
ery five years. It is also acceptable to have a pap test alone every three years. Colon cancer. Testing options (starting at age 50) include colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy. (See Screening, page 14)
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Blaine student holds fundraising concert By Steve Guntli A Blaine High School student is putting his talents to bear to raise money for a theater competition. Nathan Smith, a senior at BHS, will be performing at the Claire Vg Thomas Theatre in Lynden on Saturday, June 4 at 7:30 p.m. Smith will perform monologues from past performances and will sing 13 songs over the course of the evening. Smith’s goal is to raise money
for a trip to the Thespian Festival, a national theater conference in Lincoln, Nebraska, later this month. Smith is one of Blaine High School’s most acclaimed performers. In 2015, he won the Washington state male solo vocalist of the year award from the state thespian society. Most recently, Smith appeared in “Rising Ashes,” an original production about Hans Massaquoi, a mixed-race Holocaust survivor. His perfor-
mance earned him a nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Lead Actor from the Seattle 5th Avenue Awards. According to BHS drama teacher Shari Akers, this is the first time a Blaine student has been nominated in that category. The winners of the 5th Avenue Awards will be announced on June 6. For more information on Smith’s fundraiser, contact the Claire Vg Thomas Theatre at 360/354-4425.
O B I T U A RY Sarah Ruth Paulsen
October 17, 1946 – May 17, 2016 Sarah Paulsen, age 69, of Blaine, WA passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Sarah was born in Ogden, UT on October 17, 1946. She graduated from Blaine High School, then attended beauty school. She was a loving daughter, sister, auntie, companion and friend, always leaving the door open for everyone she knew. She adored watching her nieces and nephews. She is survived by her companion Dave Stephens, parents George and Cholista Thompson, sisters Mary Jean Hammell, Susan Adele Clayton and Lanell Lee Thompson, brother Curtis V Thompson, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. There will be a service of remembrance at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at Westford Funeral Home in Bellingham. You may share memories with the family at www.westfordfuneralhome.com.
Birch Bay boutique to screen human trafficking film “Sold” A local clothing store is sponsoring a screening for a new film to draw attention to the worldwide epidemic of human trafficking. Betty Be Good, a boutique located in Birch Bay Square, will sponsor an exclusive screening of “Sold.” Suzanne Smith, owner of Betty Be Good, said her goal is to sell at least 73 tickets by June 6, which will ensure she can reserve a screen at Regal Cinemas Barkley Village in Bellingham on June 14. “Sold” is based on the novel by Patricia McCormick, and combines stories from dozens of women and young girls to tell one story. The film focuses on
Lakshmi, a Nepalese girl sold to a brothel in India. Gillian Anderson (“The X-Files”) plays an enterprising photographer who makes shutting down the brothel her personal crusade. The film was directed by Jeffery Brown, who won an Academy Award for best short film in 1985, and produced by Oscar-winning actress Emma Thompson. The film has been touring the international film festival circuit, and has won top prizes at festivals in London, Chicago and California. Smith caught the film in Vancouver and was inspired to share it with others. Her store already donates 2 percent of all sales to
help clothe survivors of human trafficking, and she said the film only strengthened her resolve. Smith wants to use this screening as a way to get the film and its message to a wider audience. “The film was exceptional, but difficult to watch,” Smith said. “I nearly had to leave the theater, and then I remembered that all I have to do is watch. Others have lived this horror. Others are living it right now.” To purchase tickets for the screening, visit tugg.com/ events/106730, or go to shopbettybegood.com. To watch a trailer for “Sold” and learn more about the film, visit soldthemovie.com. Tickets cost $11.
Western Washington to get new area code, 10-digit requirement With the number of available phone numbers rapidly running out, the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) will introduce a new area code within the next year. The UTC made the announcement on May 19. The new area code, 564, will be available throughout western Washington and will jointly service areas with 360, 206, 253 and 425 area codes. The UTC estimates the 564 area code will be activated in fall 2017. The addition of a new area code means dialing a number will now require a full 10-digit input,
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Police Reports May 25, 2:12 p.m.: A resident came to the police department for assistance with harassment she was suffering. Officers interviewed the victim and witnesses and established probable cause to arrest the suspect for multiple crimes. The 25-year-old man was located, arrested and booked in to jail pending prosecution. May 26, 10:38 a.m.: Police responded to a report of a person having used a former friend’s social media account without permission. The investigating officer learned the tale was complicated, and the victim had given account access to the suspect while they were in a a dating relationship. The matter was resolved with both teenagers advised of the criminal consequences that would come to bear should they not heed the advice to avoid further contact with one another. May 26, noon: Motel staff called police dispatch to report a customer had abandoned a rental vehicle on their property, possibly in the process of illegally crossing northbound in to Canada. The vehicle is not yet reported overdue or stolen, and Blaine officers are working with the appropriate agencies. May 26, 12:30 p.m.: A resident came into the police
station to report that she had bitten by another person’s dog on Runge Avenue, as she was trying to gain control of her own loose canine. The woman sustained puncture wounds to her leg and medics were called to treat the wound. Animal Control was brought in on the event and is conducting followup. May 26, 1:08 p.m.: Blaine Police and North Whatcom Fire and Rescue (NWFR) units responded when a vehicle in the southbound lineup caught fire at the Peace Arch port of entry. The arriving units found a passenger car near the building and inspection booths fully engulfed in fast-moving flames. Local and federal officers provided crowd control at the site and briefly closed the nearby northbound freeway lanes as dense smoke was impairing driver visibility, while the crew of NWFR Engine 61 battled and extinguished the blaze. No one was injured in the accidental inferno. May 26, 11:30 p.m.: Police found an open door at a residence while conducting a security check on H Street Road, searched the home and determined that a burglary had occurred. They investigated the break-in, collected evidence for processing and secured the
house. The homeowner was advised of the incident and was also provided an extensive list of the stolen property. Investigation continues. May 27, 11:02 a.m.: A business called asking for assistance with a transient. They reported the gentleman had been camping behind their building for the past 10 days, and had worn out his welcome. An officer contacted the traveler and advised him it was was time to relocate, and to not return to the building property he would be departing. May 27, 11:20 p.m.: A plain clothes officer with another agency was parked in a business parking lot late at night when two people pulled up adjacent to his unmarked government vehicle. The couple parked, turned on their car’s dome light, then prepared and began smoking what appeared to the trained agent to be heroin. The bemused witness called Blaine Police, who quickly arrived to investigate. The occupants, a 25-yearold man and a teenaged girl, were detained and their vehicle was impounded pending a This report is provided by the Blaine police department. A full listing of the week’s police report can be found at thenorthern light.com.
Community Meals: Service has concluded for the school year. Resumes in September. Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce Meeting: Thursday, June 2, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Silver Reef Casino. Guest speaker: Former Seahawk, Norm Johnson. Door prize plus signed Seahawks merchandise raffle. Cost: $17 includes lunch. Tickets at the door or online at birchbaychamber.com. Literary Lunchtime-Storytime Fun for Adults: Friday, June 3, 1 to 2 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Listen to a book excerpt, short story, or maybe a few of your old children’s favorites. Then make a simple related craft! Bring a lunch if you’d like. Info: 305-3637. Winging it with Wayne: Friday, June 3, 7 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. Bird photographer Wayne Diaz offers surprises. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Low-Tide Critter Search: Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m., Birch Bay State Park BP Heron Center. Guided beach walk. Learn what lies beneath the rocks on the shore. Discover Pass required to park. Info: fobbsp.org. Salishan Neighborhood Association Plant Sale – Rescheduled: Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Blaine Farmer’s Market, H Street Plaza. Perennials, herbs and berries for sale. Proceeds support association activities. Subaru Specialty Show ‘N Shine: Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Birch Bay Square, I-5, exit 270. Free family event is a pre-show to the Subaru Guiness world record attempt. Dan the Magic Man: Saturday, June 4, 1 to 2 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Comedy and magic for kids of all ages. Wear your Blaine Library Hero T-Shirt and get a free bookmark. Info: 305-3637. Nathan Smith Acting Fundraiser: Saturday, June 4, 7:30 p.m. Claire VG Thomas Theatre, 655 Front Street, Lynden. Free, donations accepted. Donations will help send Nathan to the National Theatre Conference. Subaru World Record Event: Sunday, June 5, Birch Bay Drive. Help set the world record for parade of Subaru cars. Info: birchbaychamber.com. Books and Bites: Friday, June 10, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Bring a lunch and join the lively conversation. Discussing Little Bee by Chris Cleave. Pick up a copy at the library. Info: 305-3637. Marine Mammals of the Salish Sea: Friday, June 10, 7 p.m., Birch Bay State Park Wildlife Theater. Whatcom Marine Stranding Network presentation on orca whales and other marine mammals. Info: fobbsp.org. Bird Watching Walk: Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m., Birch Bay State Park BP Heron Center. Bird experts lead a guided birding tour of the state park. Info: fobbsp.org. Flag Retirement Ceremony: Saturday, June 11, 1–3 p.m., American Legion Post 86, 4580 Legion Drive. Bring flags that need to be disposed of.
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ACROSS 1. Absorbed 5. Fill 9. A small drop 13. Continental money 15. ___ du jour 16. Halo, e.g. 17. “You ___ kidding!” 18. From now on 20. CDC member? 22. Affirm 23. Royal staff 24. “Green Gables” girl 25. Beat 26. Cuts through 30. Break off 32. “Wanna ___?” 33. “Much ___ About Nothing” 34. Tube in body which food passes through 39. Amscrayed 40. “A jealous mistress”: Emerson 41. Cartoon art
42. An innocent girl 45. Shopping assistants 47. MasterCard alternative 48. Crack 51. Fashions 54. More covered of reeds 55. Butter and powdered sugar mixture 57. Pop 58. Advocate 59. “How ___!” 60. Brown ermine 61. Bungle, with “up” 62. Appraiser 63. Coastal raptors
9. Lights coordinator 10. Vermeer’s “Woman With a ___” 11. Assayers’ stuff 12. Blocks 14. Height 19. Bang-up (hyphenated) 21. Undertake, with “out” 27. Constellation east of Orion 28. ___ cheese 29. Exclusive 30. Delhi dress 31. Brio 32. Dracula, at times 35. Revolt 36. Place where money of a club is kept 37. Groups of business that fix prices 38. Come before 43. Gets around 44. Pesky insects 45. Calling 46. Absorbed, as a cost 49. Ice cream flavor 50. Allowances for waste after deduction for tare 51. Bud 52. Pink, as a steak 53. Units of work 56. Nod, maybe
DOWN 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Analyzes Containing trivalent gold Saving Orchestral music Area A pint, maybe Roofing material Forever
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Tides June 3 –June 9 at Blaine. Not for navigation. 49° 0’ 0”N - 122° 46’ 0”W
DATE TIME HEIGHT TIME HEIGHT Fr 3
3:29 am 9.6 10:44 am -1.5
5:56 pm 9.0 10:57 pm 5.6
Sa 4 4:11 am 9.6 11:30 am -2.3
6:52 pm 9.7 11:57 pm 5.9
Su 5 4:55 am 9.4 12:16 pm -2.7
7:44 pm 10.2
Mo 6 12:57 am 6.1 5:41 am 9.1
1:00 pm -2.7 8:32 pm 10.4
Tu 7 1:55 am 6.1 6:27 am 8.6
1:46 pm -2.3 9:22 pm 10.4
We 8 2:57 am 6.0 7:15 am 7.9
2:30 pm -1.6 10:08 pm 1 0.2
Th 9 4:01 am 5.7 8:07 am 7.2
3:14 pm -0.6 10:54 pm 1 0.0
Weather Precipitation: During the period of May 24 to May 30, 0.33 inches of precipitation were recorded. The 2016 year-to-date precipitation is 16.10 inches. Temperature: High for the past week was 70.4°F on May 25 with a low of 47.6°F on May 30. Average temperature for the week was 57.4°F. Courtesy Birch Bay Water & Sewer Dist.
Hands Across the Border Revival: Sunday, June 12, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., Peace Arch International Park, Blaine.
Ongoing Birch Bay Activity Center Events: 7511 Gemini Street, Birch Bay. Pound Fit, pickleball, yoga and more. Full schedule: bbbparkandrec.com. Zumba, Line Dance and Yoga Classes: Blaine Pavilion, 763 G Street, Blaine. Sponsored by BBBPRD2. Full schedule: bbbparkandrec.com. Sit and Knit: Monday and Friday, 3–5 p.m., Beach Basket Yarns and Gifts, 7620 Birch Bay Drive. Info: 371-0332. AA Meetings: Monday and Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, noon; Wednesday, 7 p.m. (women only); Saturday, 11 a.m., United Church of Christ, 885 4th Street, Blaine. Al-Anon Meetings: Tuesday, 1–2 p.m., Good Samaritan Society-Stafholt, 456 C Street, Blaine. Open to all. Info: 332-8248. Alzheimer/Dementia/Memory Loss Caregiver and Care Partners Support Group: First Tuesday of the month, 1:30–3 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine. Info: 671-3316. Pound Fit: Tuesday, 4–4:45 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Wednesdays 6–6:45 p.m., Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 a.m. Childcare provided. $5 drop-in fee. Meditation Gathering: Tuesday 5:30–6:15 p.m., Blaine Chiropractic Center, 245 H Street. $5 drop-in fee. Info: Maureen, 920-1125. Birch Bay Toastmasters Club: Tuesday 6:30–7:45 p.m., Windermere building, second floor, 8105 Birch Bay Square Street. Info: Paul, 303-4444. Learn to Play Chess: Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. For K–12, and parents too! Info: 305-3637. Play and Learn Drop-in: Wednesday, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Fun times designed for preschoolers and their adults. Activities vary from week to week. For ages 3–5. Info: 305-3637. Midweek Music Meditation: Wednesday, noon–12:30 p.m., Blaine United Church of Christ, 855 4th Street. Info: Mary Rankin, 332-5665. Semiahmoo Men’s Club: First and third Thursdays, 7:30 a.m., Palmer Room of the Blue Heron Grill at Semiahmoo Golf Course. Breakfast 8 a.m., $15, annual membership $20. Info: 778-2075. Connections Café Karaoke: First and third Fridays of the month, 7–11 p.m., Dakota Creek Christian Center, 8732 Blaine Road. Info: 656-6781. Karaoke with DJ Rudy: Friday and Saturday nights, 8 p.m.–midnight, Paso del Norte, 758 Peace Portal Drive. Info: 332-4045. Alaska Packers Museum: Friday–Sunday, 1–5 p.m., Semiahmoo Park. Open through September. Info: 371-3558. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.
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