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The complete guide to living on Whidbey Island A SUPPLEMENT TO THE WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES, SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD & THE WHIDBEY EXAMINER

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Welcome to Whidbey We welcome you to the 2015 Whidbey Almanac. This useful publication provides visitors and new residents with key information about living on Whidbey Island, affectionately known by some longtime residents as "The Rock." This annual magazine is produced by the staff of Whidbey Island's three community newspapers, the Whidbey News-Times, The Whidbey Examiner and the South Whidbey Record. Located in beautiful Puget Sound, Whidbey Island is about 45 miles long, from scenic Deception Pass Bridge, located at our northern tip, to the bustling ferry terminal in Clinton, on the south end. In between the northern and southern points of the island are welcoming communities brought together geographically, but each one unique. Whidbey Island boasts five state parks, including Deception Pass State Park, a wildlife refuge, Navy base, a historical preserve, a lighthouse and unmatched scenery. An estimated 78,000 people call Whidbey Island their home, and each year they welcome visitors who come from near and far to explore the island's wonders. From art galleries and live theater in Langley and Oak Harbor, to Coupeville's historic waterfront and iconic wharf, there's much to discover. Enjoy Whidbey's many fine restaurants, many of which place an emphasis on utilizing local ingredients, including produce grown right here on the island. Burn off the calories by shopping at the island's vast selection of businesses, exploring quaint downtowns or taking a walk along one of our many trails and public beaches. Salute the sailors as you make your way up north, where families at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station make up a large portion of North Whidbey's community. Come! We invite you to explore the island's rich history and vibrant communities highlighted in the 2015 Whidbey Almanac. Keven R. Graves, publisher

on the cover... Oak Harbor resident Pam Headridge snapped this photo last summer at Deception Pass State Park, off the pier at Cranberry Lake.

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR and PUBLISHER | Keven R. Graves ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER | Kimberlly Winjum EDITOR | Megan Hansen PRODUCTION MGR. | Renee Midgett COPY & PHOTOS | Justin Burnett, Ron Newberry, Jessie Stensland, Ben Watanabe, Janis Reid, Jim Waller, Kelly Pantoleon and Michelle Beahm MARKETING | Phil DuBois, Nora Durand & Teri Mendiola CREATIVE | Rebecca Collins, Jen Miller, Jeremiah Donier & Michelle Wolfensparger Additional copies of the Almanac can be obtained: SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD | 360-316-7276 WHIDBEY EXAMINER | 360-678-8060 WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES | 360-675-6611 PO Box 1200, 107 S. Main Street, Suite E101 Coupeville, WA 98239

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Oak Harbor is the closest thing to urban on Whidbey Island, but it still retains its rural roots. As the largest city, it's also the commercial, retail and financial hub. It's home to Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, which serves as the economic driver on the north end of the island and beyond. Unlike other Whidbey communities, it's filled with familiar chain stores, as well as homegrown businesses. It’s the only place to offer a full line of fast-food, family and ethnic restaurants, as well as many large retailers — Home Depot, Walmart, Walgreens, Big 5, Office Max — and plenty of coffee shops. The city’s newly redeveloped downtown is perfect for pedestrians and shoppers. It’s a great place to shop for clothes, antiques, gifts and to stop for a great cup of coffee, glass of wine or a bite to eat. CONTINUED ON 9

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Holland Happening is held in Oak Harbor every April.

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Key Facts Incorporated: May 14, 1915 City Hall: 865 SE Barrington Drive, 360-279-4500 Utilities: 360-279-4530 Pay utilities online: www.oakharbor.org/ billpay/index.cfm Population estimate for 2014: 21,940 Persons per household: 2.48 Persons under 18: 28 percent Persons 65 and older: 10 percent Population over 62: 2,047 Median value of homes: $239,000 Median household income: $50,372 Office of Financial Management, U.S. Census Bureau

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Government: NAS Whidbey, 9,700 Private: Walmart, 210

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It's just a quick walk to the city's popular marina. At the same time, the city is surrounded

by nature. Rolling farmland and the waters of Puget Sound encompass the community. Just a few miles north is Deception Pass, one of the most popular and scenic parks in the Northwest.

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NAS Whidbey Whidbey Island Naval Air Station is home to all of the Navy's tactical electronic attack aircraft squadrons as the Navy's premier naval aviation installation in the Pacific Northwest. As the largest employer on Whidbey Island, the base contributes largely to the economic and cultural makeup of the island. ECONOMIC IMPACT

n At approximately 10,000 employees, the base is four times the size of the next-nearest employer in Island, San Juan, Skagit and Whatcom counties. n Regional benefits of the base's direct economic impact have been estimated as more than $700 billion, comprising roughly 88 percent of all economic activity and 68 percent of all jobs in the county. n That impact is expected to grow in the near future as the base prepares for the arrival of the Navy's new Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance, P-8A Poseidon, and additional Expeditionary Electronic Attack, EA-18 Growler, squadrons starting in 2015. n The number of veterans living near the base is three times higher than the national average. n In 2011 veterans in Island County received $44 million in retirement and disability payments. n The base also contributes significantly to education with more than 50 percent of the students in Oak Harbor School District being military dependents.

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n NAS Whidbey Island was commissioned in September 1942 as an ideal location for the rearming and refueling of Navy patrol planes operating in defense of Puget Sound during World War II. n The original base started in the area where the Seaplane Base sits today. n In 1943, the Outlying Landing Field near Coupeville became operational. n Since then, the base has evolved into the Navy's premier training center for electronic attack and patrol and reconnaissance aircraft platforms. OLF Coupeville, an integral part of operations at the air station, is critically impor-

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tant for Fleet Carrier Landing Practice training operations, as well as a training area for search and rescue and parachute operations. GEOGRAPHY

n Located in the Puget Sound basin, NAS Whidbey Island's primary areas, Ault Field and Seaplane base, border the city of Oak Harbor. n The base is approximately 1.5 hours drive time north of Seattle and 2 hours south of Vancouver, British Columbia n The base's rural location is ideally situated due to low density aircraft traffic in the Pacific Northwest and proximity to global shipping routes between the U.S. and its East Asian trading partners. n Pilots assigned NAS Whidbey squadrons are able to maximize their training and sharpen flight skills by taking advantage of the diverse geography in the region. n Like the other facilities in the Pacific Northwest, NAS Whidbey Island's location is ideal in support of the U.S. strategic pivot toward East Asia, as well as critical Arctic operations.

n Twelve Electronic Attack Squadrons, or VAQ, comprising the EA-6B Prowler and the new EA-18G Growler, suppress enemy electronic capabilities through tactical jamming. n Four Maritime Patrol Squadrons, or VP, and one Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron, or VQ, provide multi-mission operations including various types of warfare, reconnaissance, ground forces support, search and rescue and counter-drug operations. n The Aviation Survival Training Center Whidbey I provides initial and refresher aviation survival training. n The Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit supports search and rescue helicopters. n Electric Attack Weapons School provides comprehensive training for EA-6B Prowler and EA-18G Growler aircrews. n Explosive Ordinance Disposal Detachment North responds to emergencies involving explosive hazards of all types. n Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 61 provides worldwide passenger and cargo transport. n Fleet Readiness Center Northwest, established originally in 1959 at the Aircraift Intermediate Maintenance Detachment,

employs more than 1,000 sailors, Marines, civilians and contractors to provide depot-level maintenance. CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY

n NAS Whidbey Island is also one of the Navy's leading environmental leaders with a 76 percent recycling rate and is the recipient of five consecutive Navy Platinum Energy Reduction Awards since 2007. n The air station is home to the Navy's Bird Strike Hazards program and serves as proving ground for many of the initiatives to control collisions between birds and aircraft. n The base's integration with the local community and its numerous joint projects are seen as a model for other installations. n In 2012, the base earned the Navy‚Äôs Environmental Stewardship award, and runner-up for the Navy's Community Service award. n During the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure process, NAS Whidbey was rated as having the highest value of all Pacific bases examined and ranked as the top Naval Air Station in four of the last seven years as part of the Department of Defense Installation Excellence Award program.

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Whidbey Island is home to a variety of farming and agricultural production. Each spring and summer, residents flock to farmers markets up and down the island. In prime market season, someone can hit up a market four days a week, on all parts of the island.

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Oak Harbor Public Market — 4-7 p.m., Thursdays, June through September on Highway 20 next to the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Clinton Thursday Market — changes coming — www.clintonthursdaymarket.com Langley Second Street Market — Fridays June through September on Second Street in Langley. No market on Choochokam weekend. For more information, go to www.langleymain street.org or "like" Second Street Market on Facebook. Coupeville Farmers Market — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays, late April through the second weekend in October. Located on the community green off Alexander Street. Fresh produce, flowers, crafts, foods and baked goods. Bayview Farmers Market — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays April through October. Also hold a winter market. Located on Bayview Corner at Highway 525 and Bayview Road. www.bayviewfarmersmarket.com Tilth Farmers Market — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, May through late October at 2812 Thompson Road in Langley. www.southwhidbeytilth.org

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Whidbey Island encompasses three school districts, with a variety of schools, each with unique classes and extracurricular activities. The Oak Harbor School District, the largest on the island, covers the north end of the island. The Oak Harbor High School offers the greatest number of unique classes, including robotics, 3-D modeling and a baking and pastry class. The Coupeville School District covers Central Whidbey, located in beautiful, historic Coupeville and presents a well-rounded, small school experience for students and families. The South Whidbey School District, the second largest on the island, is committed to providing its students with the best educational experience, preparing them to become capable, creative, caring and responsible citizens Inspiring. Caring. Transforming. Affordable. Fun. The island also includes several private Our educational program is based on two things: Christ-centered schools and higher education opportunilearning & academic excellence. We want to equip your child to ties, including three colleges offered at the grow and face life’s challenges with the peace and strength that Whidbey Island Naval Air God can provide as well as with theStation. skills that an academically

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Oak Harbor Elementary 151 SE Midway Blvd. 360-279-5100 Principal: Dorothy Day

Coupeville Elementary 6 S. Main St. 360-678-2470 Principal: David Ebersole

Olympic View Elementary 380 NE Regatta Drive 360-279-5150 Principal: Laura Aesoph

SOUTH WHIDBEY SCHOOL DISTRICT 5520 Maxwelton Road, Langley 360-221-6100 Enrollment: 1,354 General fund: $15.5 million Certificated staff: 96 Classified staff: 54 Superintendent: Josephina Moccia www.sw.wednet.edu

Hand-in-Hand Early Learning Center 600 Cherokee St. 360-279-5930 Director: Janice Gaare COUPEVILLE SCHOOLS 501 S. Main St. 360-678-2400 Enrollment: 894 General fund: $9.96 million Certificated staff: 55 Classified staff: 50 Superintendent: Jim Shank www.coupeville.k12.wa.us

South Whidbey High School 5675 Maxwelton Road, Langley 360-221-4300 Principal: John Patton

Coupeville Middle and High School 501 S. Main St. 360-678-2410 Principal: Larry Walsh

Langley Middle School 723 Camano Ave. 360-221-5100 Principal: Eric Nerison South Whidbey Elementary

South Whidbey Academy 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley 360-221-7879 Director: David Pfeiffer

5380 S. Maxwelton Road, Langley 360-221-4600 Principal: Jeff Cravy

Higher Education Brandman University 1045 W. Midway St. Building 2739, room 116 Whidbey Island Naval Air Station 360-679-2515 Columbia College 1045 W. Midway St. Building 2739, room 117 Whidbey Island Naval Air Station 360-279-9030 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 981 NE 21st Court, Oak Harbor 369-279-0959 Skagit Valley College Oak Harbor campus 1900 SE Pioneer Way 360-675-6656 South Whidbey Campus 11042 Highway 525, Clinton 360-341-2324

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GOVERNMENT

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There are four public fire departments that serve North, Central and South Whidbey Island. On April 4, 1853, Island County’s first three commissioners held their first meeting in Coupeville, the newly designated county seat. In the 162 years that followed, the county's population has expanded to 80,000 in 2014, according to the Office of Financial Management. Governance has become much more complicated over the years, but the basic function of county government remains the same. County affairs center around three elected commissioners who meet weekly. They govern jointly with a group of elected officials with the following job: Sheriff — Provides law enforcement to unincorporated areas within the county, runs the county jail, supervises a civil division and TRADITION AND INNOVATION

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Clerk — The repository for criminal and civil case files for the Island County Superior Court. Judge — The elected positions oversee criminal and civil cases in district and superior courts. The county campus, which is actually a complex of buildings, is also home to the public works department, which oversees the county’s road system, solid waste system and other engineering functions; planning and community development, which handles longterm land use planning and building permits; and Public Health, which monitors commu-

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runs a juvenile detention facility. Prosecutor — Prosecutes criminal cases and provides legal help to county government. Auditor — Handles elections, voter registration and marriage licenses. Keeps tabs on county spending and is the repository for many government records. Treasurer — Processes tax bills and handles revenues for the county and many smaller agencies. Assessor — Determines property values for tax purposes and calculates property tax rates to collect the proper amount for schools, the county and other agencies. Coroner — Investigates unattended or suspicious deaths.

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nity health, water and septic systems. Those departments are housed in the annex building in Coupeville and offer a central desk to allow people one spot to conduct business with the three departments.

— POLICE— ISLAND COUNTY SHERIFF Island County Law and Justice Center 101 NE Sixth St., Coupeville 98239 Business: 360-678-4422 or 360-321-5111

Emergency TTY & voice: 360-678-6116 Emergency: 911 South precinct office: 1618 E. Main St., Suite 4N, Freeland. North precinct office: 3155 Oak Harbor Road, next to the county road shop.

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WASHINGTON STATE PATROL 840 SE Eighth Ave., Suite 101 Oak Harbor 98277 Business/Oak Harbor: 360-675-0710 Toll-free/emergency: 800-283-7807

COUPEVILLE MARSHAL 4 NE Seventh St., Coupeville 98239 Business: 360-678-4461

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North Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue serves the northern part of the county, excluding the Oak Harbor city limits. It can be reached at 360-6751131. The district includes eight fire stations: Cornet Bay station: 395 W. Troxell Road Taylor Fire Station: 3440 Taylor Road Silver Lake Road station: 847 Silver Lake Road Polnell Road station: 1213 Old Polnell Road Heller Road station: 2720 N. Heller Road Zylstra station: 1817 Zylstra Road Monroe station: 1160 Monroe Landing Road

CENTRAL WHIDBEY Central Whidbey Island Fire & Rescue serves the central part of the island, including the town of Coupeville. It can be reached at 360-678-3602. The district includes three fire stations: Race Road station: 1164 Race Road Coupeville station: 203 N. Main Street Day Road station: 3253 Day Road SOUTH WHIDBEY South Whidbey Fire / EMS serves the south end of the island, including Langley, Clinton and Freeland. It can be reached at 360321-1533, or visit www.swfe.org The district includes six fire stations: Freeland station: 5535 Cameron Road Clinton station: 6435 S. Central Ave. Maxwelton station: 3405 E. French Road Saratoga station: 3982 Saratoga Road Bayview station: 2874 E. Verlane St. Langley station: 209 Second St.

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ashington's second-oldest, the town of Coupeville is a hub of Whidbey Island. The small town is also the county seat, home to Whidbey General Hospital and the Coupeville School District, which draws

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Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival. • Coupeville Town Hall is located at 4 NE Seventh St. across the street from the Island County campus. Town hall is where to go to apply for building permits and zoning changes. The town also operates a water system and wastewater treatment system that serves residents living within city limits. For information about the services provided by the town, go to www.townofcoupeville.org • Puget Sound Energy supplies power to Coupeville. • The Town of Coupeville contracts with the Island County Sheriff's Office to run its marshal's office that provides law enforcement service to residents. Town marshals can also provide vacation checks of residents' homes. • Many buildings scattered throughout town are part of the National Historic Register. Owners of these buildings can get financial help maintaining them through the Ebey's Forever Fund. The fund over the past several years has doled out tens of thousands of dollars for projects that helped preserve the historic integrity of Central Whidbey. CONTINUED ON 25

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• The Coupeville School District provides the education for nearly 900 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Coupeville Elementary School is located at the corner of Highway 20 and South Main Street while Coupeville Middle School and High School is located on South Main Street at the intersection with Terry Road. For information about the Coupeville School District, go to Coupeville. k12.wa.us • The historic town is also the county seat and thus home to the county administrative offices. Residents can register to vote at the Island County Auditor's Office on North Main Street, can take care of vehicle licenses at the county administration building, and hash out legal issues at the Law and Justice Center. All of those buildings are located within blocks of each other. • The island's public hospital, Whidbey General, is also headquartered in Coupeville. The taxpayer-supported facility offers an emergency room along with an extensive list of medical services. A facility expansion is currently in the works after voters approved a bond last year. For more information, go to www.whidbeygen.org

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St. Stephen Episcopal Church 555 SE Regatta Drive 360-279-0715 www.ststephensofoakharbor.org St. Augustine Catholic Church 185 N Oak Harbor St. 360-675-2303 www.staugustineoh.org Grace Evangelical Church 1411 Wieldraayer Road 360-279-9713 www.graceevangelical.org Seventh-day Adventist Church 31830 Highway 20 360-675-4412 www.oakharborchurch.org Life Church 767 NE Regatta Drive 360-679-3158 www.life-church.co Concordia Lutheran Church - LCMS 590 N. Oak Harbor St. 360-675-2548 www.concordialutheranwhidbey. org

Mission Ministry Outreach 1751 Goldie Road 360-679-9246 www.fanniedean.com Living Word Fellowship 490 NW Crosby Ave. 360-675-5008 www.livingwordoakharbor.com Oak Harbor Lutheran Church 1253 NW Second Ave. 360-679-1561 www.oakharborlutheran.com Church of the Nazarene 1100 W. Whidbey Ave. 360-675-0705 www.ohnaz.com

Living Faith Christian Center 551 Northeast Midway Blvd. 360-679-4345 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 201 NE Oleary St. 360-675-8188 www.lds.org Assembly of God Church 319 SW Third Ave. 360-675-4852 www.oakharborag.org

Family Bible Church 2760 SW Heller Road 360-679-1585 www.oakharborfamilybible.org

Southern Baptist Church 50 SW Sixth Ave. 360-675-6686 www.ohsbc.org

Christ the King Community Church 51 SE Jerome St. 360-679-1288 www.ctkonline.com/oakharbor

Whidbey Presbyterian Church 1148 SE Eighth Ave. 360-679-3579 www.whidbeypres.org

First United Methodist Church 1050 SE Ireland St. 360-675-2441 www.oakharborfumc.org

Calvary Chapel Oak Harbor 1560 SE Ninth Ave. 360-679-6959 www.calvarychapeloakharbor.org

First Reformed Church 250 SW Third Ave. 360-675-4837 www.frcoh.org Faith Tabernacle of Praise 620 W. Erin Park Road 360-679-1003

New Life Missionary 656 SE Pioneer Way 360-675-0935 Oak Harbor United Pentecostal Church 210 SE Pioneer Way #4 404-661-4653 www.oakharborupc.com Christian Reformed Church

1411 N. 1570 West 360-675-2881 www.oakharborcrc.org

Sovereign Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church 1902 Zylstra Road 360-679-8893 www.sgopc.org Grace Community Church 29470 Highway 20 360-679-1678 www.whidbeygrace.org Bible Baptist Church 1701 Harns Road 360-675-8311 www.bbcoakharbor.org Church on the Rock 1780 SE Fourth Ave. 360-675-3032 www.graceforall.com First ChurchChrist Scientist 721 SW 20th Court 360-675-0621 www.christiansciencewhidbey.com/ oak-harbor-church

COUPEVILLE Living Hope Foursquare Church 105 NW Broadway Ave. 360-678-6692 www.livinghopeonwhidbey.org Coupeville United Methodist Church 608 N. Main St. 360-678-4256 www.coupevilleumc.com Christ the King Community Church 180 Parker Road 360-678-0235 www.ctkcoupeville.com St Mary's Catholic Church 207 N. Main St. 360-678-6536 www.staugustineoh.org/smcc/ index_sm.php Jehovah's Witnesses 331 E Morris Road 360-678-7471 Coupeville Community

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Bible Church 502 NE Otis St. 360-678-4778 GREENBANK Whidbey Evangelical Free Church 874 Plantation Drive 360-222-3211 www.whidbey-efc.com FREELAND Trinity Lutheran Church 18341 Highway 525 360-331-5191 www.trinitylutheranfreeland.org St Augustine's Episcopal Church 5217 Honeymoon Bay Road 360-331-4887 www.staugustinesepiscopalchurch. org Unitarian Universalist Congregation 20103 Highway 525 360-321-8656 www.uucwi.org Christian Life Ministry Center 1832 Scott Road 360-331-5778 www.clcwhidbey.com

LANGLEY Christian Science Society 15910 Highway 525 360-321-4080 First Baptist Church 2277 Newman Road 360-321-4457 www.firstbaptistsouthwhidbey.com Langley United Methodist Church 301 Anthes Ave.

360-221-4233 www.langleyumc.org South Whidbey Assembly of God 5373 Maxwelton Road 360-221-1656 www.swag-online.org South Whidbey Community Church 5142 Bayview Road 360-221-1220 southwhidbeycommunitychurch.org St. Hubert Catholic Church 804 Third St. 360-221-5383 www.sthubertschurch.org The Island Church of Whidbey 503 Cascade Ave. 360-221-6980 www.islandchurchofwhidbey.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 5425 Maxwelton Road 360-221-3141 www.lds.org Unity of Whidbey 5671 Crawford Road 360-321-5030 www.unityofwhidbeyisland.org

CLINTON Calvary Chapel-Whidbey Island 3821 French Road 360-579-2570 www.ccwhidbey.com St. Peter's Lutheran Church 6309 S. Wilson Place 360-341-4715 www.whidbeynet.net/stpeters

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n Cascade Natural Gas provides service to thousands of Oak Harbor customers. The natural gas line crosses to Whidbey from Camano Island and serves city residents, Whidbey Island Naval Air Station and unincorporated areas within a reasonable distance from transmission lines. For new hookups or to check if natural gas is available in your area, call 1-888522-1130. Cascade Natural Gas accepts online, mail and phone payment. Customers may also drop payments off at Saar's Market Place, 32199 Highway 20, open daily from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. n Natural gas is unavailable to Central and South Whidbey residents, where propane is often used, as well as grills. Propane providers include AmeriGas Propane, 800-655-5939; Corey Oil and Propane 360-675-5445 for service on North Whidbey, or 360-321-6699 for service on South Whidbey; Skagit Farmers Supply, 888-757-6053; Whidbey Oil Sales on South Whidbey, 360-341-4489; and Northern Energy 866-2201960.

Electricity n Puget Sound Energy provides electricity to more than 34,000 customers island wide. In case of power outages or for new hookups — including residential and business — or other inquiries, call 888-225-5773. Puget Sound Energy's offices are located in Oak Harbor at 231 SE Barrington Dr., Ste 101 and in Freeland at 1794 Main St. Customers may pay their bill online at www.pse.com, through mail, by phone or at either office location. A drop box is also available at each office for payments made after hours.

Telephone n Whidbey Telecom provides telephone service to Whidbey Island customers from Clinton to Coupe's Greenbank Store. Service areas include Langley, Clinton, Freeland and parts of Greenbank. Call 360-321-1122 to sign up for phone service, or visit their headquarters in Freeland at 1651 Main St. n Verizon provides telephone service to Whidbey Island customers north of Classic Road. Service areas include Greenbank, CONTINUED ON 29

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Coupeville and Oak Harbor. Call 800-4834522 to set up service. For repairs, call Verizon's 24-hour service line at 800-4831000.

Television n Comcast cable services most areas of the island. Call 888-266-2278 for more information. n Wave Broadband provides cable service to areas of Central and South Whidbey. Call 866-928-3123 for more information. n Dish Network provides satellite service and information. Call 877-894-7575 to set up service. n DIRECTV provides satellite TV and internet service. Call 877-259-0516.

Internet Island Internet access providers include: n Comcast, 888-266-2278 n Earthlink, 800-656-0388 n Fidalgo Networking, 360-544-9660 n Island Networks, 360-768-2945

n Isomedia, 888-638-2680 n Verizon, 800-325-7771 n Whidbey Telecom, 866-548-7760

Water n Oak Harbor provides water to customers who live within the city limits by piping in water from the Skagit River. Stop by City Hall, 865 SE Barrington Drive, or call 360-279-4530 to set up service. Residents living outside the Oak Harbor city limits are dependent on groundwater. n Coupeville provides water within town limits. Visit Town Hall, 4 NE Seventh St., or call 360-678-4461 for service. n Freeland Water District provides service to Freeland residents. Contact their office at 5492 S. Harbor Ave., or call 360331-5566. n Langley also provides water service. Go to City Hall, 112 Second St., or call 360221-4246 for service information. n Clinton Water District provides service to south-end residents. Visit their office at 6437 Harding Ave., or call 360-341-5487.

n The city of Oak Harbor collects garbage and provides sewer service. Stop by Oak Harbor City Hall at 865 SE Barrington Drive, or call 360-279-4530 for more information. n Island Disposal collects garbage from all areas outside Oak Harbor city limits. Call 360-678-5701 or 360-321-1331 for service. n Island County Solid Waste operates a solid waste drop box and recycle parks in Oak Harbor, Coupeville and Bayview. Call 360-679-7340 for more information. n The town of Coupeville provides sewer service. Stop by Coupeville Town Hall, 4 NE Seventh St., or call 360-678-4461 to set up service. n The Holmes Harbor Sewer District services homes in the Holmes Harbor area near Freeland. Call 360-331-4636 for more information. n The city of Langley provides sewer service. For more information, go to Langley City Hall at 112 Second St., or call 360221-4642.

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Greenbank Farm is owned by the Port of Coupeville and houses a variety of businesses, including a restaurant, cheese shop and two art galleries. It is also home to a farmer training program and other educational opportunities.

reenbank is a small, unincorporated community in central Whidbey Island; however, it is a gathering place for events and a popular spot to hang out. The community hub is historic Greenbank Farm, which hosts large public events and markets, is home to small businesses and artist galleries, and is an education center for farm and garden programs. Greenbank Farm also is home to an expanding solar energy project.

Fun facts n Greenbank Farm has 522 acres of rolling fields, forest and wetlands and is a popular and scenic destination for dog lovers. At its spacious dog park, visitors can walk up a trail and catch panoramic mountain and saltwater views of both sides of the island. n The Greenbank Store, which dates back

more than a century, is a popular stop along State Route 525 to buy convenient items and has become a popular eatery since Brian and Nancy Cedar purchased the business at the end of 2011 and turned it into the Greenbank Store & Grille. The building is still owned by Tom and Mary Coupe. n The big red barn at Greenbank Farm was constructed in 1904 and is home to weddings, bazaars, private parties and educational events. It is flanked by artist galleries and small businesses. n Pies are big in Greenbank, dating back to the farm's history in the 1970s as the largest loganberry producer in the United States. Whidbey Pies founder Jan Gunn sells her award-winning pies at Whidbey Pies Cafe at Greenbank Farm. n In 1997, Island County, the Port of Coupeville and The Nature Conservancy purchased Greenbank Farm from its former owner, Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, to save the

land from residential development. The Port of Coupeville took ownership of the 151-acre commercial core. The Greenbank Farm Man agement Group was created to manage oper ations of the farm under agreements with the Port of Coupeville. n The Island County Washington State University Master Gardeners have taken root at Greenbank Farm, where they've constructed educational gardens and offered workshops. Greenbank Farm also offers an agriculture training program for new farmers. n Island Community Solar has been working with the Port of Coupeville, the Greenbank Farm Management Group and a group of investors to install solar arrays in front of the buildings of the farm. n Greenbank is also home to the Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens. The 53-acre garden includes 10 acres of display and educational gardens surrounded by a 43-acre woodland preserve complete with nature trails.

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Customers stop by the Greenbank Store, a community fixture for more than a century. Now known as the Greenbank Store & Grille, an upstairs restaurant has become a popular eatery.

Key facts Population (98253): 1,413 Married households: 60.6 percent Median age male: 51.5 years Median age female: 51.7 years Median household income: $49,861

Join us at the heart of Whidbey Island where we host year-round activities and welcome all to the farm

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Walk our trails (enjoy water and mountain views on both sides of the island) Watch for birds over the wetlands, fields, forests, gardens and pond Taste local and regional wines and fresh organic produce grown on site at the Farm Shop Visit with students of our Organic Farm School or with animals pastured in the fields Savor famous pies and cheese samples at the cafe and cheese shop Learn about water catchment, solar power, and rain gardens Search for our letterboxes and scavenger hunt stops Rent our historic 100 year-old dairy barn for special events

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FREELAND

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undreds of people turned out to enjoy the 20th annual Celebrate America event in Freeland Thursday, July 3, enjoying live music, a performance by Whidbey entertainer Marcus Raymond, food and family-fun activities such as face painting and a bounce house. Eateries, medical services, banks, retail shops, places to work out, a library, a hardware story, Payless; Freeland even has its very own ship builder. Summed up, this town has it all. Just 10 miles from the Clinton ferry, Freeland is home to 3,690 people. The unincorporated town was founded in 1900 and has since become the commercial hot spot of the South End. From Nichols Brothers Boat Builders to the largest athletic club on the island, Freeland is a site to see. The town hosts the Celebrate America fes-

tival on July 3 every year. The festival is complete with fireworks and fun activities for the whole family. Nature is key to islanders in the Freeland area who enjoy scenes at Freeland Park, Mutiny Bay, Double Bluff County Park and Bush Point — all open to the public.

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Resources n Freeland Chamber of Commerce: 5575 S. Harbor Ave. #102, Freeland, 360-331-1980, www.freeland-wa.org n Freeland Library: 5495 Harbor Ave., Freeland, 360-3311572, www.sno-isle.org n Freeland Water and Sewer District, 5421 Woodard Ave., Freeland 360-331-5566, www.free landwsd.com

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many to be the best spot on the island for man's best friend. n In 1899, Seattle visionaries Henry L. Stevens, George Washington Daniels and Henry A. White formed the Free Land Association to establish a utopian culture in which their communal socialistic ideals could be advanced. The association platted a town made up of five-acre lots.

Key Facts Population (98249): 3,690 Residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher: 32.7 percent Married: 63.4 percent Median age female: 47.1 Median age male: 46.1 Size: 16.4 square miles

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PET FRIENDLY

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There are places all over Whidbey Island that welcome four-legged friends, including Deception Pass State Park.

hidbey Island is home to several off-leash dog parks which are a great place for people to socialize, too. Devotees of just about every breed often use the parks as a place to mingle. Check out these mostly spacious spots where a dog can roam free.

Oak Harbor Dog Park North of Oak Harbor, about seven or

eight miles south of Deception Pass. From State Highway 20, go west on Ault Field Road about three-fourths of a mile to Goldie Road. Turn left on Goldie Road and go about a half mile to Technical Drive and turn left again. Go all the way to the end of the lane.

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Roads. The park is 3 acres, is partially fenced and has some wooded areas for the dogs that really like to sniff. Water and refuse containers are provided, and there is also a covered pavilion to protect dog owners from the elements.

Patmore Pit Located just south of Coupeville off Highway 20. Patmore Pit is a 40-acre, partially-fenced meadow with plenty of room for dogs to run. The location has a separate fenced agility area with toys, water and refuse bags provided. From Highway 20, turn onto Patmore Road, then Keystone Hill Road for a short distance to park entrance.

Double Bluff Beach On Useless Bay, east of Freeland and south of Bayview off Double Bluff Road. At the base of the bluffs, enormous tangles of driftwood make great doggie jungle gyms. CONTINUED ON 37

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When the tide is out, the beach is hundreds of feet wide, giving canines plenty of room to romp, but even at high tide, there is plenty of room to run.

Marguerite Brons Park Located about a half-mile south on Bayview Road off Highway 525. The park offers 13 acres of meadow and woods that is completely fenced. The meadow portion of the park is approximately 2 acres in size and includes a covered picnic shelter, and the 11 acres of woods are criscrossed with well-maintained trails. Toys and bags for waste disposal are provided, as well as fresh water. The park is lighted for folks who want to take their dogs on early-morning or late-evening excursions.

Greenbank Farm trails Located off Highway 525 on Wonn Road. On the central part of Whidbey Island, you’ll find the Greenbank Farm, comprising 522 acres of fields, forest and wetlands. The farm features miles of trails where families and their dogs can enjoy walks through the fields

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Island parks are not only for humans. Four-legged family friends can also find fun within the park system. The island offers a number of pet parks and welcomes pets to others. and forests, wetland bird watching and picnics on the lawns. In mid-September, the farm hosts the annual Wag 'n' Walk, a fun-filled day for canine

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Parks and Rec

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Residents and visitors enjoy the many amenities at Deception Pass State Park. The beauty of Whidbey Island can be shared and explored through its many parks. From the grand Deception Pass State Park to the quaint Crockett Blockhouse, the island offers something for everyone through its unique parks. Whidbey Island has five run-free parks for pets. For information about dog-friendly parks in Island County, visit www.fetchparks.org or call 360321-4049.

Districts SOUTH WHIDBEY PARKS & RECREATION DISTRICT 5475 Maxwelton Road Langley, WA 98260 Phone: 360-221-5484 www.swparks.org

NORTH WHIDBEY PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT 85 SE Jerome St. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Phone: 360-675-7665 www.oakharborpool.com

State Parks DECEPTION PASS STATE PARK 41020 State Route 20 Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Phone: 360-675-3767 Amenities: 4,134 acres, 77,000 feet of saltwater shoreline, 33,900 feet of freshwater shoreline on three lakes, old-growth forests and abundant wildlife. The park has 167 tent sites, 143 utility spaces, five hiker/ biker sites, two dump stations, 20 restrooms, 10 showers, hiking trails

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JOSEPH WHIDBEY STATE PARK Crosby Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Phone: 360-902-8844 Amenities: Day-use park with 3,100 feet of saltwater shoreline on the Strait of Juan De Fuca in northern Puget Sound.

FORT EBEY STATE PARK 400 Hill Valley Drive Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: 360-902-8844 Amenities: Camping park, was originally built as a coastal defense fort in World War II. Campground closed Nov. 1-Feb. 28.

SOUTH WHIDBEY STATE PARK 4128 S. Smugglers Cove Road Freeland, WA 98249 Phone: 360-331-4559 Amenities: Old-growth forest and stunning views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains, shellfish harvesting. The park has 46 tent spaces, eight utility spaces and dump station. Campground closed

FORT CASEY STATE PARK 1280 Engle Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: 360-902-8844 Amenities: Old army fort, marine camping park with a lighthouse and sweeping views of Admiralty Inlet and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, 21 standard sites, 14 utility sites. CONTINUED ON 41

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National Parks

Coupeville, WA 98239 Amenities: Picnic area with barbecue, beach access, parking area, vista, portable bathrooms (only during fishing season, Aug. 1-Nov. 30).

EBEY'S LANDING HISTORIC RESERVE Office: 162 Cemetery Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Phone: 360-678-6084 A non-traditional unit of the National Park Service that comprises partnerships between the Town of Coupeville, Island County, Washington State Parks and the National Park Service. Also has public and private land holdings.

HASTIE LAKE West end of Hastie Lake Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 This access has close neighbors. Please respect private property. Amenities: Boat ramp, beach access, parking, vista.

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KETTLES TRAILS Several access points off Highway 20 just north of Coupeville and from Fort Ebey State Park Amenities: Miles of hiking, bike and horse trails.

ALA SPIT BEACH ACCESS 5050 Geck Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Fishing, clamming, trails, passive use, beach access, limited parking area, vista. CLOVER VALLEY 799 Ault Field Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Informational Kiosk, picnic shelter, portable bathroom, enclosed run-free area for pets. CORNET BAY DOCK 296 Cornet Bay Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 This access has close neighbors. Please respect private property. Amenities: Moorage, beach walking, clamming Moorage information: Contact Peter Sykas, 360-675-7760 or Parks Administration Office, 360-679-7331 CROCKETT BLOCKHOUSE 530 Patmore Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Amenities: Historical blockhouse. DRIFTWOOD PARK 399 Keystone Ave.

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LEDGEWOOD BEACH 1846 Driftwood Way Coupeville, WA 98277 This access has close neighbors. Please respect private property. Amenities: Vista, beach access, very limited parking. LIBBEY BEACH PARK 2750 Libbey Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: No beach (access-hazardous area), picnic shelter with barbecues, picnic tables, vault restroom, parking, vista. MARINERS COVE 2200 Mariner Beach Drive Oak Harbor, WA 98277 This access has close neighbors. Please respect private property. Amenities: Boat ramp, parking area. MONROE LANDING 512 Scenic Heights Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Boat ramp, interpretive signs, beach access, clamming, parking.

MORAN BEACH 899 Powell Road Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Amenities: Beach access, hand-carry boat launching, walking, parking area, vista. PATMORE PIT 530 Patmore Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Amenities: Parking, information kiosk, picnic tables, enclosed agility area, large run-free pet area (partially enclosed). RHODODENDREN PARK 502 W. Patmore Road Coupeville, WA 98277 Amenities: Parking lot, three ballfields, flush restroom, picnic area, playground, picnic shelter with barbecue. RHODODENDREN CAMPGROUND 20265 Highway 20 Coupeville, WA 98277 Campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Amenities: 10 campsites, vault toilets, barbecues, picnic tables, fireplace rings, fresh water, trails, part-time camp host. Closed from Nov. 1-April 1. CONTINUED ON 42

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DAN PORTER PARK 7490 S. Deer Lake Road Clinton, WA 98236 Amenities: Restrooms, two ballfields, playground, nature trails, tennis court, picnic shelter, barbeques. DAVE MACKIE PARK 7490 Maxwelton Road Clinton, WA 98236 Amenities: Boat ramp, playground, restrooms, beach access, ballfield and grandstand, picnic shelters, barbeques, group picnic shelter with brick stove bsrbeque, concession stand (water/electric available). DOUBLE BLUFF 6325 Double Bluff Road Freeland, WA 98249 Amenities: Beach access, clamming, vault restrooms, interpretive kiosks, parking, vista, picnic area, off-leash area for pets. FREELAND PARK 1535 E. Shoreview Ave. Freeland, WA 98249 Amenities: Boat ramp and dock, picnic area with barbecues, covered picnic shelter, pavillion with picnic table and barbecue grill, flush restrooms, playground, walking trails, clamming, shellfish wash station, fresh water, parking. GREENBANK TRAILS From Highway 525 turn east on Wonn Road. Park at the Greenbank Farm. Trails are also accessible from the turnout just north of the Greenbank Farm. Amenities: Hiking trails. LAGOON POINT NORTH

Directions: Turn west off Highway 525 onto Smugglers Cove Road. Proceed to West Cliff Drive and turn West. Access at very bottom of hill by the shore. Signs marked Private Property to either side of the beach. Amenities: Fishing, limited beach access, extremely limited parking, vista, portable bathrooms (only during fishing season, Aug. 1-Nov. 30). LAGOON POINT SOUTH Directions: Turn west off Highway 525 onto Smugglers Cove Road. Proceed to West Cliff Drive and turn west. Turn south on Lagoon View, then west onto Salmon Street. Follow to end for access. Amenities: Limited beach access, extremely limited parking, vista. These sites have close neighbors. Please respect private property. MARGUERITE BRONS MEMORIAL PARK 2837 Becker Road Clinton, WA 98236 Amenities: Fenced-off leash area for pets, trails, picnic shelter, informational kiosk. MUTINY BAY Directions: From Highway 525 at Freeland, turn south on Fish Road for one mile, and turn Southeast on Mutiny Bay Road. After 1/3 mile, turn west on Robinson Road and follow to beach access. This access has close neighbors. Please respect private property. Amenities: Boat ramp, parking area for cars and trailers, portable bathroom, vista. PUTNEY WOODS Directions: North on Highway 525 to light, right on Bayview Road, fol-

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This couple takes advantage of the Kettle Trails near Fort Ebey State Park for a winter walk. Parks on Whidbey Island offer miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. low Bayview Road for approximately one mile to Andreason Road, left on Andreason to stop sign, right on Lone Lake Road for ½ mile. The Putney Woods website is maintained by a private volunteer organization and is not in any way affiliated with or a part of Island County government. Amenities: Nature walks, hiking, bike, horse trails, maintained by private group for public use. SARATOGA WOODS 4228 Saratoga Road Langley, WA 98260 Amenities: Trails, parking lot,

picnic area, vista, porta-potty. For city parks, check out the following websites: CITY OF OAK HARBOR 865 SE Barrington Drive 360-279-4500 www.oakharbor.org TOWN OF COUPEVILLE 4 NE Seventh St. 360-678-4461 www.townofcoupeville.org LANGLEY 112 Second Street 360-221-4246 www.langleywa.org

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One of Bayview's newest businesses is Taproom@Bayview Corner. Head east and reach Langley. Go north for Freeland and Greenbank or continue even further up the highway to Coupeville and Oak Harbor. Turn west and find your way to the Maxwelton Beach area. Go south to find Clinton. It's from Bayview, a crossroads community, that all these choices can be made. Just off Highway 525, travelers will spot Bayview Shopping Center right across the road from the South Whidbey Senior Center. The plaza is anchored by the Goose Community Grocer and surrounded by shops and a local favorite, the Clover Patch Cafe. Joe's Woodfired Pizza is around the corner in the same complex, offering tasty slices of pizza, sandwiches and real milkshakes, too. Just north of the shopping center on the right, swing down Bayview Road. That's where an ambitious group of business people and the nonprofit Goosefoot Community Fund renovated and rebuilt Bayview’s historic buildings, fostering business growth and turning the area into a sustainable commercial and educational community with an imaging studio, restaurants, a frame maker, a wine shop and an alternative exercise space with pilates and suspension yoga. It's also home base for

Key facts Population: 696 Married households: 67 percent Median male age: 50.8 Median female age: 52.4 Size: 2.6 square miles the Taproom@Bayview Corner, a new business that adds a bit of nightlife to Bayview and has the best brews around. Before 1900, Deer Lagoon, at the end of Useless Bay, was navigable at high tide up to the present Highway 525, so boats and ships provided the easiest access to the outside world for settlers around the lagoon and Lone Lake. A small business center at Bayview — then called Bay View — developed. The lagoon was diked in 1918, and, in 1924, Whidbey pioneer William Burke built a new general store — the Bayview Cash Store. Though it's now closed, the shopper became a community landmark, along with the publicly-owned Bayview Community Hall, only a stone's throw away.

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Transportation

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On a clear day, the Olympics can be seen while crossing Admiralty Inlet on the Coupeville Ferry. Whidbey Island is true to its name. It is indeed an island. There are three ways to get on Whidbey: two ferries and a bridge. The Deception Pass Bridge, located on the northern end of Whidbey Island, sees thousands of vehicles cross every day. The two-lane, 101-year-old bridge connects Whidbey Island with Fidalgo Island en route to Anacortes and the Skagit Valley. Highway 20 on Whidbey Island stretches from Deception Pass to Race Road near Outlying Field and going to the ferry terminal at Keystone Harbor in Coupeville. Highway 525 goes from Race Road south to the Clinton Ferry Terminal.

FERRIES Washington State Ferries operate the other two major entry points to Whidbey Island. COUPVILLE FERRY TERMINAL

1400 State Route 20 The Port Townsend-to-Coupeville ferry route provides sailings across Admiralty Inlet to the Olympic Peninsula. The ferry route was in turmoil years ago when leaders in the ferry system pulled the Steel Electric ferries from service due to safety concerns. Officials used

several stop-gap measures to provide limited service until the current 64-car Kwa-di Tabil class ferries were constructed. During the busy tourist season, two ferries serve the route. During the slower, winter months, only one ferry serves the route. Reservations are accepted for either destination, which helps cut down on time spent in the car holding lane. Nearly 679,000 riders used the Coupeville ferry in 2013, which as of press time were the most recent statistics available. Close to 99,000 foot passengers boarded the Port Townsend-Coupeville route. CLINTON FERRY TERMINAL

64 South Ferrydock Road On the south end of the island, the Clintonto-Mukilteo ferry route transported 3.9 million riders across Saratoga Passage in 2013. Sailings from the Clinton ferry terminal generally occur every 30 minutes when two ferries are in operation on the route. It is one of the state's three busiest and most-used ferry routes. In spring of 2014, the first of three 144car ferries was constructed and now serves the Whidbey route. Its carrying capacity has reduced some of the wait for each side, though traffic still backs up during summer months and especially on the weekends. This route does not have reservations.

Discussion about overnight parking is being had between Whidbey Island groups, the state and Mukilteo, though is unlikely to yield any results in the near future. Go to www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries for information about routes and vessels, which includes charts for the best travel times at each terminal during the different seasons.

GROUND TRANSPORT • Whidbey Island is home to a transit system that has a unique feature — fare-free bus service. Island Transit, which formed in the 1980s, is funded by a nine-tenths of 1 percent sales tax, which replaces the need for placing fare boxes in buses. The transit agency also provides paratransit and van pools. There is, however, no service on Sundays. For more information, go to www.islandtransit.org • For travelers heading to SeaTac Airport, the Whidbey Seatac Shuttle offers daily trips to the airport with pickup and dropoff points scattered throughout Whidbey Island. For more information, go to seatacshuttle.com Whidbey is also home to several taxi companies that can provide a ride when needed.

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MARINAS

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Oak Harbor Marina was built in 1974 and offers accommodations including space for 420 boats, 125 cover slips and 52 guest moorage spaces.

hidbey boaters have a choice of two public marinas to store their boats, Oak Harbor and South Whidbey Harbor. The Coupeville Wharf offers many marine services and temporary moorage. OAK HARBOR MARINA 1401 SE Catalina Drive Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360-279-4575 www.whidbey.com/ohmarina VHF channel 16

Harbormaster: Chris Sublet Built: 1974 Services: Fuel (diesel, 90 octane ethanol free gas) pump out, propane, electricity, water, ice, showers, laundromat, boat launch, hoist and free Wi-Fi.

Accommodations: 420-boat facility; 227 uncovered slips, 125 covered slips, 52 guest moorage, limited side-tie moorage for vessels up to 80 feet and 96 dry storage garage-type sheds that house boats up to 21 feet in length. A private boat yard, yacht club and park with picnic facilities are also nearby. PORT OF SOUTH WHIDBEY HARBOR PO Box 872 Freeland, WA 98249 360-221-1120 www.portofsouthwhidbey.com VHF channels 66A

Harbormaster: Duncan McPhee Built: Expanded in 2013. Services: Pump out, electricity, water, showers and restrooms, boat ramp and park with picnic facilities. A limited shuttle service

to town is also available on a seasonal basis. Accommodations: 38 uncovered slips, 32 transient, 600 linear feet of dock space that can accommodate vessels 100 feet or greater. COUPEVILLE WHARF 24 Front St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-3625 http://portofcoupeville.org VHF channel 16

Harbormaster: Long Bechard Built: 1905, remodeled in 1997. Services: Fuel (diesel and gasoline), pump out, bathrooms, showers, restaurant, coffee shop and retail store. Accommodations: 250 feet of uncovered dock space, all transient; four seasonal mooring buoys from May to October.

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LIBRARIES

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Each of the island's five libraries offers its own programs and events including activities for children.

he five public libraries in Clinton, Coupeville, Freeland, Langley and Oak Harbor provide much more than books sitting on the shelf. Storytimes, computer classes, public forums, plus downloadable movies, music and eBooks, are just some of the ways Sno-Isle Libraries responds to community needs and evolving technology. This is an exciting year for SnoIsle Libraries and its customers. March 2015 marks the fifth anniversary of the Coupeville Library remodel. The building has served the community well and will soon expand its hours to open on Sundays. At Langley Library, building improvements include an upgraded heating system for a more

pleasant temperature year-round. The heating project is funded by a grant and a generous donation from a longtime library customer and volunteer Georgia Thompson. Freeland Library will look like new with maintenance and repainting of the exterior. Book groups and music programs will keep Clinton residents engaged, while help with tax return preparation will be offered at Coupeville and Oak Harbor libraries. Freeland Library continues with regular events on Saturdays including technology training for older adults on the second Saturday of each month. All five Whidbey libraries will embrace tradition with “Whidbey Reads,” the annual community reading event now in its 12th year. This year’s featured book is

“The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown. Beginning in February and continuing through April, islanders will come together as a community for book discussions, free community events, and an opportunity to meet the author. For details, visit sno-isle.org/whidbeyreads Sign up for a library card to take advantage of all the wonderful programs and resources that Sno-Isle Libraries has to offer. Visit sno-isle.org for more information on events, Friends of the Library groups and much more.

Locations OAK HARBOR LIBRARY 1000 Regatta Dr. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Manager: Mary Campbell

Phone: 360-675-5115 COUPEVILLE LIBRARY 788 NW Alexander St. Coupeville, WA 98239 Manager: Leslie Franzen Phone: 360-678-4911 FREELAND LIBRARY 5495 Harbor Ave. Freeland, WA 98249 Manager: Betsy Arand Phone: 360-331-7323 LANGLEY LIBRARY 104 Second St. Langley, WA 98260 Manager: Vicky Welfare Phone: 360-221-4383 CLINTON LIBRARY 4781 Deer Lake Road Clinton, WA 98236 Manager: Debby Colfer Phone: 360-341-4280

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The Village by the Sea has several events centered around art including Arts Alive, which featured a bubble artist.

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February: 31st Annual Mystery Weekend March: Whale Excursions Begin April: Welcome the Whales Parade June: Whidbey Island Garden Tour July: Choochokam Arts Festival

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August: Whidbey Island Area Fair September: DjangoFest November: Wedding & Events Tour Lighting of Langley December: Holiday Parade Giveaway Drawing www.visitlangley.com

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angley is South Whidbey's only municipality, the smallest of the three on Whidbey Island. The Village by the Sea was founded in 1891 by Jacob Anthes and was incorporated in 1913. About 1,035 residents call Langley home. It is perhaps best known for its vibrant arts community, which includes art galleries, a performing arts center, children's theater, dance theater, Island Shakespeare Festival and various public art spaces. It is home to Northwest favorite events such as DjangoFest Northwest and Choochokam. The Langley Arts Commission recently implemented a plan to install rotating public art in the downtown area. This year's featured artist is Sue Taves. The small town caters to tourism as it does to its residents with a variety of gift shops, restaurants and attractions. The post office, library and Star Store are each centrally located to provide visitors and locals convenient access to basics. The city is also home to the Whidbey Island Area Fair, which is held each summer. The city hosts several community gatherings and celebrations each year including Deck the Doors at Christmastime, Halloween trickor-treating, Art Walks and parades. In August

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Langley hosted its first Pride Parade in August 2014. 2014, the city hosted its first LGBTQIA Pride Parade. The Clyde, the South End's one-of-a-kind movie theater, has been in business for more than 75 years and is known for its showings of mostly independent and critically-acclaimed

films. The public beach is accessible for pedestrians from downtown while the recently expanded Langley Marina provides easy access for boaters.

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Need to know CITY HALL

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Key facts Population: 1,035 Family households: 555 Households with children 18 and younger: 86 Median age: 57 Source: 2010 U.S. Census

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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Island Dance Academy ballet dancers rehearse for the winter production of "The Nutcracker."

Whidbey Playhouse Community Theatre Season Shows Summer Youth Program Productions, Workshops New Members Welcome www.whidbeyplayhouse.com

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hidbey Island's vibrant arts community offers an abundance of aesthetic treasures from the performing arts to painting, glassblowing, woodworking and more. The island's numerous galleries, theaters, performing groups and arts festivals afford visitors and residents plenty of opportunity to express themselves or to admire and enjoy the creativity of others.

Galleries Brackenwood Gallery

302 First St., Langley 360-221-2978 www.brackenwoodgallery.com Brackenwood Gallery derives its name from a small Whidbey artist colony created by Margaret and Peter Camfferman in the 1920s. The gallery is home to many works by South Whidbey and Pacific Northwest artists.

MUSEO

215 First St., Langley 360-221-7737 www.museo.cc MUSEO contemporary fine art gallery features works from area artists.

Whidbey Art Gallery 220 Second St., Langley 360-221-7675 www.whidbeyartists.com Whidbey Art Gallery is one of Whidbey's oldest, established in 1992. It is an artists' cooperative which is owned and operated by resident artists. Works range from encaustics to jewelry, sculpture and paintings.

Whidbey Island Fine Art Studio 813 Edgecliff Drive, Langley 360-637-4690, 206-571-0442 This studio offers private and group lessons for artists of every skill level.

edit 306 First St. No. 101, Langley 360-381-0045 www.editwhidbey.com edit is one of Whidbey's newest galleries and mercantile, offering contemporary works from paintings and sculptures.

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robschoutengallery.com The Rob Schouten Gallery, operated by Victory and Rob Schouten, was recently voted the best art gallery in Western Washington in a King5 contest. It features works from area artists, including co-owners Rob Schouten and wife, poet Victory Schouten.

Raven Rocks Galleries

765 Wonn Road, Greenbank 360-222-0102 www.ravenrocksgallery.com Artists Mary Jo Oxrieder and Windwalker Taibi are featured at Raven Rocks as are emerging and revered local artists.

Blooms Taste for Wine and Art

5603 Bayview Road, Langley 360-321-0515 www.bloomswinery.com The gallery and wine-tasting room offers those with an art affinity the opportunity to admire fine artwork while enjoying occasional live music and open mic performances.

Performing Arts

Corner displays the works of many local artists in its common area.

Pacific Northwest Art School

15 NW Birch St. Coupeville 360-678-3396 pacificnorthwestartschool.org The school offers workshops on mediums including fiber arts, mixed media, photography and painting.

Penn Cove Gallery

9 NW Front St., Coupeville 360-678-1176 www.penncovegallery.com This gallery, located in the heart of Coupeville, offers pieces from 26 island artists.

Garry Oak Gallery

830 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor 360-240-0222 www.garryoakgallery.com Opened in 2008, three well-known local artists, Jeanne Valdez, Margaret Livermore and Joan Brosnahan, established a showcase for the work of local visual artists.

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts

565 Camano Ave., Langley 360-221-8268 www.wicaonline.org The Whidbey Island Center for the Arts presents a variety of events year-round including theatrical performances, comedy, poetry readings, musical performances and workshops. It is home to DjangoFest Northwest, a nationally renowned gypsy jazz festival. Tickets are available by calling the box office at 360-221-8268 or visiting the website at tickets.wicaonline.com

Whidbey Children's Theater

723 Camano Ave., Langley 360-221-8707 This theater provides kids and teens a chance to shine beneath the stage lights with several year-round performances and classes. Tickets can be purchased at www.whidbey childrenstheater.org

Island Shakespeare Festival Langley Middle School field

Whidbey Island Arts Council

360-678-3396 www.islandartscouncil.org The council ensures the island is never short on artistic community events.

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Whidbey Working Artists Art Studio Tours, Oak Harbor

360-320-1927 www.whidbeyworkingartists.com The Whidbey Working Artists Art Studio Tours grant the public an opportunity to visit the studios of resident artists from Clinton to Oak Harbor. During its debut tour in summer 2014, studios from glass-blowing to painting and sculpture to jewelry-making were featured.

Artworks Gallery

765 Wonn Road, Greenbank 360-222-3010 www.artworkswhidbey.com The Artworks Gallery is another of the island's cooperative enterprises. It features an ever-evolving display of pieces in a variety of media.

Cash Store at Bayview Corner

5603 Bayview Road, Langley 360-321-4145 www.goosefoot.org The Bayview Cash Store at historic Bayview

AUGUST 7~15, 2015 Celebrating our 10th season of baroque and classical chamber music!

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360-331-2939 www.islandshakespearefest.org The Island Shakespeare Festival takes place outdoors under "Henry," a beloved vintage theater tent. Picnicking is encouraged; the festival is free. Shows run at 5 p.m. Thursday-Sunday.

Choochokam Arts Festival

360-322-4822 www.choochokamarts.org Each summer, downtown Langley is overtaken with the creative celebration that is Choochokam. Live music, sketches, food and crafts vendors line the streets.

Whidbey Island Dance Theatre

714 Camano Ave., Langley 360-341-2221 www.widtonline.org Whidbey Island Dance Theatre offers classes for experienced and aspiring dancers and produces holiday classic "The Nutcracker" each year.

Saratoga Orchestra

360-929-3045 www.sowhidbey.com The Saratoga Orchestra is the island's resi-

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Whidbey Playhouse presents The Odd Couple, one of several plays presented by the Oak Harbor theater. dent chamber orchestra, which performs classical and contemporary classical music throughout the year. Tickets can be purchased at www. sowhidbey.com

Whidbey Island Orchestras

www.whidbeyorchestras.org The community orchestra strives to promote a positive experience for players and audience members. Musicians of all ability levels and backgrounds are invited to join.

OutCast Productions

819 Camano Ave., Langley www.outcastproductions.net OutCast was formed from its founders' desire to fill the niche of "theatre on the edge."

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360-678-5116 www.coupevillefestival.com One of Washington state's oldest arts festivals, the Coupeville festival features 16 arts and crafts categories in late August.

Oak Harbor Music Festival

www.oakharborfestival.com The music festival features several bands and musical genres, filling historic downtown Oak Harbor with the sound of music on Labor Day Weekend.

Concerts on the Cove

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Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival

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730 SE Midway Ave., Oak Harbor 360-679-2237 www.whidbeyplayhouse.com The Whidbey Playhouse is Oak Harbor's main performing arts venue, producing live theatre shows throughout the year.

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Weather

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Residents are blessed with mostly mild weather, specifically in Central Whidbey's which is covered by a rain shadow.

Whidbey weather proves mostly mild each year For a place with moderate temperatures most of the year, look no farther than Whidbey Island. Whidbey Island is blessed with the marine climate of Puget Sound, which provides cool, but seldomly very cold, temperatures. The island also experiences more modest precipitation than other areas of Puget Sound.

sity's Island County Extension. "In terms of the amount of precipitation, the amount of wind, the amount of fog, they change rather dramatically in a relatively short period." December is usually the month with the most precipitation on Whidbey. Wind also makes its presence felt on the

Oak Harbor and Coupeville receive an average rainfall of about 20 inches per year, compared to Seattle and Everett, which average about 36 inches per year. Greenbank, in the center of the island, averages about 20 inches of rainfall per year. Precipitation fluctuates significantly as you reach the southern tip of Whidbey Island as rainfall averages in Clinton and Langley are more in line with Seattle and Everett. "There are many micro-climates," said Tim Lawrence, director of Washington State Univer-

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island, particularly on the west side with the harshest winds hitting from October through February. Mild temperatures in the summer months make the island an exceptional place for outdoor recreation. Most communities on the island hover in the low-to-mid 70s as a high temperature in July.

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BUSINESS

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Dan Ollis, owner of Whidbey Coffee, operates multiple locations on Whidbey Island as well as sells his coffee retail in several local grocery stores.

any resources are available for those seeking employment on the Whidbey Island, or becoming owners. Here are a few facts and figures about the labor force and resources for businesses on the island.

Industry jobs

Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: 329 Construction: 2,611

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Employment status

Population 16 and older: 65,374 In labor force: 39,265 Employed: 32,129 Unemployed: 2,906 Armed forces: 4,230 Source: U.S. Census

Class of worker

Civilian employed population 16 years and older: 32,129 Private was and salary workers: 21,276 Government workers: 7,365 Self-employed in own not incorporated business: 3,347 Unpaid family workers: 141 Source: U.S. Census

Wages, salaries from military: 50 percent

Island County veterans: 22 percent Oak Harbor veterans: 28 percent Coupeville veterans: 19 percent Langley veterans: 10 percent Source: Island County Economic Development Council

Income for non-family households

Median nonfamily income: $31,920 Mean nonfamily income: $39,982 Source: U.S. Census

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Unicorporated Island County: $94,258,126 Oak Harbor: $80,930,904 Coupeville: $10,703,052 Langley: $9,187,886 Source: Department of Revenue The Island County Economic Development Council has counselors available to provide business owners with the tools and information they need to be successful. The counselors provide decades worth of experience for new business owners. They specialize in small business and finance issues. Call 360-678-6889 for more information.

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The Penn Cove Mussel Festival is held in Coupeville every March.

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Feb. 6: First Fridays Art Walk and Late Night

Feb. 8: Second Sundays at the Farm, Greenbank

Shopping (at participating merchants and businesses), downtown Oak Harbor, through Dec. 4.

Farm, 1-4 p.m. Mingle with artists and enjoy live music, snacks and refreshments. www.greenbankfarm.biz

Feb. 7: Sound Waters 2015, workshops presented by WSU Beach Watchers all day, at South Whidbey High School. More than 500 people attend. This is the 20th South Waters event. Visit www.beachwatchers.net to register. Feb. 7: Heart of Gold Concert & Silent Auction, hosted by Mukilteo Coffee Roasters, 6-9:30 p.m., benefiting South Whidbey Commons, featuring "Wild blues Band" with Gary Smith. www.brownpapertickets.com Feb. 7-8: 50th Annual Sweetheart of Gems Show, Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Feb. 7-8: Red Wine and Chocolate. www.whid-

Feb. 13: Coupeville Lions Scholarship Auction

and Super Supper, 5 p.m. at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge. 360-678-4105. Feb. 14-15: Red Wine and Chocolate. www.

whidbeyislandvintners.org Feb. 21: Whidbey Wedding Inspirations Bridal

Feb. 25: Tuesday on the Town, 5-9 p.m., downtown Oak Harbor. www.oakharborchamber.com Feb. 27-28: Native Plants Sale (Whidbey Island Conservation District, at Greenbank Farm. www. greenbankfarm.biz

MARCH March 6: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710.

Show, at the Best Western Plus Harbor Plaza and Conference Center, Oak Harbor. Meet with local vendors; prize drawings throughout the day. Free. 360-679-4567.

March 6-8: Penn Cove MusselFest, Coupeville. Celebrate Penn Cove’s world famous mussels. www.thepenncovemusselsfestival.com

Feb. 21-22: 31st Langley Mystery Weekend,

March 7: Mussels in the Kettles Bike Ride, Coupeville. www.musselsinthekettles.net

downtown Langley. Help solve a murder mystery and you may win a prize in the 31st season of this popular event. Visit www.visitlangley.com

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kids of all ages in Langley. www.visitlangley.com

March 7-9: Spring Art Studio Tour at various

April 19: Whidbey Island Marathon, Half

artists’ studios. Go to www.whidbeyworkingartists. com

Marathon, 10K and 5K Run/Walk. Register at www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com

March 14: Native Plant Class, at Meerkerk

April 22: PianoFest Northwest, at Whidbey

Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org March 21-22: Spring Nursery Sale, at Meerkerk

Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org

APRIL April 3: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710. April 11: Meerkerk Magic at Meerkerk

Gardens, Greenbank. Children dress up and create their own fairies out of natural materials. www.meerkerkgardens.org April 18: Plant Sale (Greenbank Garden Club),

Greenbank Farm. www.greenbankfarm.biz April 18: Welcome to the Whales: Parade, edu-

cational displays and talks plus fun activities for

Island Center for the Arts, Langley, bringing world-class artists to the island in a celebration of piano music. www.wicaonline.com April 24-26: Holland Happening weekend, Oak

Harbor’s Dutch Celebration, downtown Oak Harbor. Parade, Dutch food, rides, street fair and more. 360-675-3755. April 28: Short Story Smash, at Whidbey Island

Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m., providing an opportunity for local writers to have their short, short stories (100 words exactly) read in public. www.wicaonline.com

MAY May 1: First Fridays at the Farm, at Greenbank

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710.

May 7-9: Annual Prairie Open House, at

the Pacific Rim Institute for Environmental Stewardship, Coupeville, daily naturalist tours into the native prairie. May 9: Plant Sale (WSU Extension Master

Gardeners), at Greenbank Farm. www.greenbankfarm.biz May 10: Mother’s Day concert, at Meerkerk

Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org May 16: Penn Cove Water Festival, Historic

Front Street, Copueville, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., celebrating Coupeville and its native American heritage, this festival designed for families features tribal canoe races, native arts and crafts, storytelling, music, dance and educational displays. www. penncovewaterfestival.com May 16-17: Savor Spring with Whidbey Island

Vinters Association. www.whidbeyislandvintners. org May 23: Wine and Rhodies at Meerkerk

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meerkerkgardens.org May 22-24: Whidbey Island Surface Design Art Show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley. www.whidbeyislandsda.wordpress.com May 29: Relay for Life of Whidbey Island, 6 p.m. opening ceremony, at North Whidbey Middle School, 67 NE Izett St., Oak Harbor. www.relay.acsevents.org May 30: WAIF Spring Fling, Useless Bay Golf and Country Club, Langley. Contact Dawn at waifspringfling@whidbey.com for information, to be a sponsor or contribute an auction item. May 25-Sept.7: Jacob Ebey House open to public, Ebey's Reserve, Coupeville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. 360-678-6084.

JUNE June 5: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710. June 6-7: Purple Passion Sale, at Meerkerk

Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org Deception Pass Challenge: includes swimming,

biking and running at Deception Pass State Park. 360-720-2756. June 17: Greenbank Farm Community Potluck,

5-8 p.m., at Greenbank Farm, Greenbank. Come meet the new students of the 2013 Organic Farm School class, celebrate new water projects, thank Farm volunteers. It’s a great time to see old Farm friends, or meet new ones. June 20: Classic Auto Display, at Meerkerk

Gardens, Greenbank. Classic car owners invited to join the Whidbey Model A Club and Whidbey Cruisers to display their machines in the Gardens. www.meerkerkgardens.org June 20: Whidbey Island Garden Tour. Tour

four or five of the island's finest gardens. www. wigt.org

JULY July 3: Celebrate America, all day in Freeland Park, culminating with a fireworks show at dusk.

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Coupeville hosts tribal canoe races every May during the Penn Cove Water Festival. Tribes also share cultural traditions such as dance. July 3: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710. July 4: Old Fashioned Fourth of July

Celebration, parade, carnival, food, fireworks show at dusk. Downtown Oak Harbor. July 4: Maxwelton 4th of July Parade starts at 1 p.m. featuring an eclectic mix of participants followed by kids' games afterwords, with ice cream and pie. July 11: Fairy House Festival, at Meerkerk

Gardens, Greenbank. Children of all ages bring their imaginations and build fairy houses from natural materials. www.meerkerkgardens.org July 11-12: 40th Langley Choochokam Arts

Festival, combining juried art exhibitors, musical entertainment and food providers. www. visitlangley.com July 17 to Sept. 13: Island Shakespeare Festival, Langley, shows start at 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. www.islandshakespearefest.org July 18: Rhody Care Class, at Meerkerk

Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org July 18-24: Whidbey Island Race Week, Oak Harbor, dinghy, small boat racing July 18-19; large boat racing July 20-24. www.whidbeyislandraceweek.com

July 25: Friends of Meerkerk Annual Meeting, at Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org

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July 25: Renaissance Festival, at Greenbank Farm, equestrian events and period costumes. www.greenbankfarm.biz

AUGUST Aug. 1-2: Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival,

Coupeville. 360-678-5116. www.coupevillefestival. com Aug. 6-9: Whidbey Island Fair, Langley, with

musical, carnival, animals, games and other country fun. 360-221-4677. www.whidbeyisland fair.com Aug. 7: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710. Aug. 8: Whidbey Island Highland Games, at

Greenbank Farm, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.wihg.org or www.greenbankfarm.biz Aug. 9: Oak Harbor Pigfest, Fidalgo Avenue,

Oak Harbor, free barbecue pork, kids’ games, music, fun for the whole family. www.oakharborpigfest.com Aug. 14-16: Oak Harbor Hydroplane Races,

at the Oak Harbor Marina, weekend includes hydroplane races, live entertainment, family activities, food vendors, beer garden and more. www.oakharborhydros.com or info@oakharborhydros. com

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The Whidbey Island Fair brings crowds to Langley every summer. Gardens, Greenbank, bring your blanket, wine and cheese, and relax to the music of some of the area;s favorite artists. Bluegrass workshop and open mic. www.meerkerkgardens.org

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710.

Aug. 23: 16th Annual Greater Freeland

downtown Oak Harbor, live music on various stages. www.oakharborfestival.com

Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic and Dinner, at the Useless Bay Golf and Country Club, 2-7 p.m. 360-331-1980. Aug. 29-30: Whidbey Working Artists Studio

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Aug. 16: WAIF's Wag 'n' Walk, at Greenbank

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Farm. www.greenbankfarm.biz Aug. 22:

Bluegrass Concert, at Meerkerk

Sept. 5-6: Labor Day Sale, at Meerkerk Gardens,

Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org Sept. 5-7: Woodpalooza, hosted by Whidbey

Island Woodworkers Guild, noon to 5 p.m., at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley. Sept. 12-13: Whidbey Island Farm Tour, 10

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a.m. to 4 p.m., explore working farms, purchase farm-grown produce, visit the farm animals, and soak up the rural character of our island home. Visit www.whidbeyfarmtour.com Sept 19: Tour de Whidbey, begins and ends at

Greenbank Farm, annual ride benefits Whidbey General Hospital Foundation. www.tourdewhidbey. com Sept. 19: Whidbey Raptor Day, at the Pacific

Rim Institute, Coupeville, get up close and personal with the hunters of the air. Sept. 20-21: Whidbey Island Kite Festival, 10

a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy color kites flying, competitions, kids kitemaking, teddy bear drop, kite lessons. Saturday evening 7:30 at Coupeville High School free indoor kite flying competition. www. whidbeykiteclub.org or 360-678-5434.

OCTOBER Oct. 2: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710. Oct. 3-4: Fall Garden Fest, at Meerkerk Gardens,

Greenbank. Other nurseries and local artist join to present special items for your garden. www. meerkerkgardens.org Oct 14: Greenbank Farm Community Potluck,

Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org

NOVEMBER Nov. 6: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710.

Nov. 6: Friends of Ebey's Community Potluck.

360-678-6633. Nov. 6-7: Whidbey Weavers Guild Sale, at

Greenbank Farm. www.greenbankfarm.biz Nov 7: Weddings on Whidbey and Events

Tour, tour Whidbey special occasion venues. 360969-0337 www.weddingsonwhidbey.net Nov. 7-8: Autumn on Whidbey with Whidbey

Island Vinters Association. www.whidbeyislandvintners.org Nov. 14: 16th Annual Nordic Fest, sponsored

by Daughters of Norway Ester Moe Lodge 39, at South Whidbey High School, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy the sights, tastes and sounds of Scandinavia. www.daughtersofnorway.org Nov. 28: Lighting of Langley, at Langley Park,

with carols, Santa and Whidbey's own alpacareindeer. www.visitlangley.com

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DECEMBER Dec. 4: First Fridays at the Farm, Greenbank

Dec. 5: Langley Holiday Parade, 11 a.m.,

downtown, featuring a float contest and many fun, festive entries. www.visitlangley.com

Farm, 5-8 p.m., wine tasting, special events, culinary delights, art presentations, through Dec. 4. 360-678-7710.

Dec. 13: Holiday Party, at Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank. www.meerkerkgardens.org

Dec. 5: Greening of Coupeville, all day in

Dec. 19: Langley Holiday Giveaway, wwww. visitlangley.com

Coupeville. Jingle Trail Run, parade, tree lighting. www.coupevillechamber.com

Dec. 19: Christmas Bird Count, North

Whidbey. South Whidbey count is Jan. 2, 2016. www.whidbeyaudubon.org Dec. 20: Red Ticket Drawing, 1 p.m. on the steps of the Island County Historical Museum, Coupeville. www.coupevillehistoricwaterfront.com

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All-Island Community Band: Organized in 1966 and plays for local events, festivals, parades and more. Email allislandband@gmail.com An-O-Chords: Chapter of the Society for Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America. Sing in Valentine's Day performances, Christmas caroling and a show in July. A primary goal of the International Barbershop Harmony Society is to "lead the cause of encouraging vocal music in our schools and communities." www.anochords.org Artists of South Whidbey: Artists meet to share ideas, have paint-outs and see demonstrations by nationally known artists. 360-331-2603. Coupeville Festival Association: Annual festival features more than 200 artisan booths, demonstrating artists, food booths, children's activities and live entertainment. Proceeds benefit community through grants. 360-678-5116 or www.coupevillefestival.com Whidbey Island Dixieland Jazz Society: Volunteer band that plays only for charitable purposes. Awards three college scholarships each year to Whidbey graduates, sponsors annual Whidbey Island Schools Jazz Concert that benefits the scholarship fund. If you are interested in playing, contact Jerry Jones at 360-679-2066. Island Artists: Meet 10 a.m. each Tuesday at the Race Road Fire Station to paint and enjoy the company of fellow artists. The group offers a mix of mediums including collage, painted fabric as well as acrylics, oils and watercolor. They will have an annual show at the Coupeville Rec Hall June 26-28, 2015. There is no admittance fee and the Rec Hall is wheelchair accessible. For more information, call Rainy Lindell at 360-678-0960. The Northwest Institute of Literary Arts: NILA writers supporting writers, is home to the annual Whidbey Island Writers Conference, the Whidbey Island Writers Association and the Whidbey Writers Workshop MFA program. 360-331-0307 or www.nila.edu The Pacific NorthWest Art School: The school has been offering nearly 100 workshops a year in fiber arts, photography, painting and mixed media, youth art, art excursions and art expeditions for the past 25 years. Located at 15 NW Birch St., Coupeville. 360-678-3396 or www.pacificnorthwestartschool.org Saratoga Orchestra: Providing great concert music to the Whidbey Island community. This professional orchestra performs October through May with special events throughout the year. 360-929-3045 or www.sowhidbey. com South Whidbey International Folkdancers: Its purpose is to learn and enjoy dances from all over the world. Everyone is welcome, and no partners are necessary. 360-579-1576. Threshold Choir: Rehearses 6:30 p.m. fourth Tuesdays in Coupeville, 6:30 p.m. second Tuesday in Freeland, 3:30 p.m. first, third and fifth Tuesdays in Clinton. Women preparing for comforting bedside singing for the ill and dying. New singers welcome. 360-678-1073 or www. thresholdchoir.org Whidbey Allied Artists: Purpose is to promote the arts

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Whidbey Aubudon Society locally and support each other's creative endeavors. Email whidbeyartists@gmail.com Whidbey Art Source: An online resource guide to the visual arts of Whidbey Island. www.whidbeyartsource.com Whidbey Children's Theater: For more than 20 years, Whidbey Children's Theater has introduced children to the performing arts. The nonprofit theater company offers classes, workshops and productions year-round. 360-221-8707 or wct@whidbey.com Whidbey Hand-Knitters: Meet first Wednesday of the month in Coupeville. Members share experiences with knitting projects and learn from each other. Knitters of all experience levels are welcome. Periodically, members donate knit hats, gloves and scarves to local organizations in need. 360-678-4271. Whidbey Island Arts Council: Assists Whidbey Island artists by providing advice, publicity, financial assistance and sponsorship of cultural events. 360-331-3252 or www.islandartscouncil.org Whidbey Island Camera Club: Welcomes amateur and professional photographers alike to exchange tips and experiences in a constructive and supportive group and take inspiration from each other's work. Club meets 6:30-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Oak Hall on the Skagit Valley College Whidbey campus in Oak Harbor. www.whidbeyislandcameraclub.com Whidbey Island Center for the Arts: Communitysupported theater space in Langley offers professional productions in arts, theater, music and dance, as well as workshops and other arts events. 360-221-8268 or www. wicaonline.com Whidbey Island Clarinet Choir: Open to clarinetists of all ages and levels. It's an ensemble that offers friendly, noncompetitive rehearsals and performance opportuni-

ties. 360-675-5544. Whidbey Playhouse: Has presented live theater in Oak Harbor for more than 40 years. Season runs September through June with a children's program and production in early August. Promotes and nourishes community spirit, providing mutual support and encouragement to individuals and other cultural arts groups. A nonprofit, volunteer-based organization that relies on memberships and volunteers. Located at 730 SE Midway Blvd.360679-2237 or www.whidbeyplayhouse.com Whidbey Weavers Guild: Community of fiber artists, hosts workshops, a spin-in, fair exhibits and other educational opportunities. Yearly sale in November. All are welcome. www.whidbeyweaversguild.org Whidbey Island Woodworkers Guild: Comprised of many artisans from across Whidbey Island. From custom furnishings to cabinetry, carvings and fine turnings, find the work of these talented artisans at www.whidbeywoodworkers.com

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Baby Island-Saratoga Club: Nonprofit organization committed to helping the community. Monthly potluck dinner meetings and speakers are held on the second Friday of each month, September through May. All islanders are welcome. Clubhouse is available for rental. www. babyislandsaratogaclub.org Clinton Progressive Association: Maintains Clinton Community Hall to fill the need for a community meeting place. Addresses problems in the community and cooperates to solve them. 360-341-3747 or www.clinton-

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communityhall.org Daughters of Norway Ester Moe Lodge 39, Whidbey Island: The organization was started by women in order to provide a social safety net in the harsh reality of the late 1890s and early 1900s. The purpose was to assist members in times of illness or need and to uphold Norwegian traditions. Ester Moe Lodge 39 was instituted in 1996 at the Island County Fairgrounds in Langley. The lodge's namesake, Ester Moe, was appointed by Franklin Delano Roosevelt as Postmaster of the Clinton Post Office, where she served for 29 years. Ester Moe Lodge is one of the largest Daughters of Norway lodges in the United States. The lodge meets every second Saturday of the month at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Clinton, except for July and August. www.daughtersofnorway.org Greenbank Progressive Club: Maintains and manages the Community Clubhouse. It is available for rentals and is ideal for small or large groups for meetings, weddings, family parties, etc. Monthly potluck dinners are open to the public and include informational and entertaining programs. 360-678-5562. Holmes Harbor Activity Club: Its purpose is the preservation of Freeland Hall, built prior to 1914 at the head of Holmes Harbor and now part of the county parks system. Monthly meetings include home-cooked meal, door prizes, entertainment by local talent. 360-331-6341. Langley Community Club: A small friendly club formed in 1967 to work toward betterment of the community, deriving income from earned interest on mutual funds and providing scholarships, donations and funds for beautification projects around town. Open to all residents of Langley and vicinity. 360-321-4148. Maxwelton Community Club: The Maxwelton Community Club helps care for Dave Mackie Park at Maxwelton Beach, addresses issues in the community and puts on the annual Maxwelton July 4th parade and games. 360-579-2030 or maxweltonclub@whidbey.com South Whidbey Commons: A community-driven, youth-powered nonprofit organization strengthening our community by creating opportunities to gather, learn, and grow. The South Whidbey Commons Coffeehouse Bookstore on the Second Street Plaza in Langley brings together people of all ages, provides workplace training for young people, and serves as a venue for events and activities.

EDUCATION

Calyx Community Arts School: A largely outdoor, arts integrated, homeschool cooperative for ages 5 to 8. Calyx works in partnership with South Whidbey State Park and South Whidbey Tilth and splits its time between these two sites. www.calyxcommunityartsschool.wordpress. com Displaced Homemaker Center: A Life Transitions Program offered by the Northwest Displaced Homemaker Center at Skagit Valley College, helps those who have lost their primary source of income through divorce, separation, death or disability of a spouse. Orientation/imformation sessions are held each Wednesday (except during holiday breaks) at 1:30 p.m. 360-416-7044 or margo. grothe@skagit.edu Excellence in Education: Recognizes outstanding students, teachers, volunteers and programs in the Oak Harbor School District. Call Mike Waller at 360-679-1240. Homeschoolers on Whidbey (HOW): An inclusive

organization offering support and information pertaining to Home-based Instruction, commonly known as homeschooling. Seeks to provide a means by which members assist one another in the adventure of educating their children at home. HOW is not associated in any way with the public school system or any alternative programs under public or private school systems. www. homeschool-life.com Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS): Provides encouragement, creative activities, guest speakers and friendships to nurture every mother of preschoolers with children in infancy through kindergarten. Meetings include a childcare program for the children. Call 360-679-1585 for Oak Harbor and 360-222-3211 for Greenbank. South Whidbey Schools Foundation: The South Whidbey Schools Foundation provides valuable funding for classroom projects outside the scope of the school district budget and which foster educational excellence. The foundation has been rewarded nearly $200,000 in innovative teaching grants in the areas of science, math, the arts, world cultures, technology and civic engagement. SWSF also serves as administering agency for state, federal and foundation grants to local school-related programs. Donations to SWSF are tax-deductible, as the foundation is a nonprofit organization. www.southwhidbeyschoolsfoundation.org Washington State Music Teachers Association: Promotes the value of music study and music making and supports the professionalism of music teachers. Dedicated to enriching the lives of student musicians, the local Whidbey Island Chapter offers ongoing support for music-teaching professionals and quality opportunities for music students. To learn more about the benefits of membership, visit www.wsmta.org or for information about the next chapter meeting, call or email Verna Morgan at 360-320-4605 or islandmusicworks@ cablespeed.com Guests are welcome. Whidbey Institute: Nestled among 70 acres of pristine forest, the Whidbey Institute at Chinook is a place where people can connect deeply to the natural world and to each other, renew their life energy, and engage in deep conversation and learning to imagine and create an abundant, sustainable and life-affirming future. The Chinook trails are open to the public year-round. 360-3411884 or email info@whidbeyinstitute.org Whidbey Island Readiness To Learn: Supports students who are having difficulty in school and their families. 360-221-6198, ext. 4602 or www.rtl-foundation.org WorkSource Whidbey: Provides valuable assistance to those seeking work and employers looking for workers. Come in for job search preparation, use of computers for job search, browse job listings, veteran services and occupational training programs. WorkSource is located at 265 NE Kettle St., Suite 102, Oak Harbor. Call 360-675-5966 or visit www.go2worksource.com WSU Island County Extension: Washington State University, in partnership with county government provides a non-credit educational network that provides useful, practical and research-based information to agricultural producers, small business owners, youth, consumers and others in Island County. Extension programs include 4-H, Beach Watchers, Master Gardeners, Shore Stewards, Waste Wise, Weather Network and the Admiralty Head Lighthouse program. 360-240-5558 or ext100.wsu.edu/island

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Admiralty Head Lighthouse: Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey State Park is open to the public

through an agreement between the park and WSU Beach Watchers and Waste Wise program. Lighthouse Interpretive Center explains the history of Fort Casey and the lighthouse and offers environmental exhibits and displayS. 360-240-5584 or 360-321-5111, ext. 5584, www. admiraltyhead.wsu.edu Central Puget Sound Marine Mammal Stranding Network: Responds to strandings in Island, Skagit and north Snohomish counties; acts as liaison between government agencies and the general public. Collects data, provides public education and safety information to avoid adverse reactions between people and marine mammals. 360-678-3765 or 1-866-ORCANET. Deception Pass Park Foundation: The foundation's mission is to provide support for education and resource protection at Deception Pass State Park. All interested parties welcome. 360-720-2756 or www.deceptionpassfoundation.org Friends of Freeland: Friends of Freeland (FOF) is a civic-minded organization composed of south Whidbey residents and businesses dedicated to making Freeland a better place to "Live, Work and Play." FOF has improved pedestrian and bicycle safety in town with colorful planter boxes, boardwalks and sidewalk improvements. They are also stewards for a 46-acre wetland just east of town to which they are adding a short public access trail and wildlife viewing platform. To volunteer on any of our projects or to provide organization support, contact FOF through their website. 360-331-1156. Island Citizens for Public Beach Access: Dedicated to identifying, mapping, signing and preserving access to the public shorelines of Island County. www.islandbeachaccess.org Island County Shore Stewards: Free educational program for shoreline property owners in Island County. A program of the Island County Marine Resources Committee and the WSU Beach Watchers. 360-387-3443, ext. 258 or www.shorestewards.org Island County/WSU Beach Watchers: Volunteers help protect Island County's marine environment through public education, nearshore research and stewardship activities of many types. 360-679-7327 or www.beachwatchers.wsu.edu Island County/WSU Waste Wise Program: Volunteers help county residents, schools and businesses in wastereduction techniques, donating 40 hours of service, teaching composting, recycling and sustainable living classes to adults and children. 360-678-7974, ext100.wsu. edu or email halljn@wsu.edu Marine Resources Committee: Identifies and protects nearshore and aquatic resources vital to the health of Whidbey and Camano islands. 360-679-7327 or www. islandcountymrc.org Native Plant Stewards: Works toward preserving the native plant communities on Whidbey Island by salvaging plants prior to construction, propagating plants from local seeds and providing these plants for restoration projects large and small island wide. Mark Fessler or Barbara Kolar: 360-678-4281 or email grendl@frontier.com Orca Network: Dedicated to raising awareness about the whales of the Pacific Northwest. To join the Sighting Network or become a member of Orca Network, email info@orcanetwork.org, visit www.orcanetwork.org or call 360-331-3543.

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HISTORY ✤ PEOPLE ✤ FACTS ✤ FIGURES ✤ LIFE WSU Island County Lighthouse Docents Program Julie Pigott, Program Coordinator julie.pigott@wsu.edu Call 360-240-5584 for information on lighthouse hours and to schedule group tours Visit us at www.admiraltyhead.wsu.edu and on Facebook Like

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Langley Whale Center: Orca Network's Langley Whale Center celebrates and share the lives of gray whales, orcas and other marine mammals of the Salish Sea. 117 Anthes St., Langley. 360-331-3543 or www.orcanetwork.org Pacific Rim Institute for Environmental Stewardship: Restoring prairie and educating students in Christian environmental stewardship. Volunteers needed. Come explore our trails. Visit us at 180 Parker Road, Coupeville. 360-678-5586 or www.pacificriminstitute.org Whidbey Audubon Society: Dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and their habitat with field trips and classes, programs in the schools. www.whidbeyaudubon.org Whidbey Camano Land Trust: Established in 1984, the Land Trust works to protect the Islands‚Äô most important natural habitats, scenic vistas and working farms and forests in partnership with landowners and our island communities. Office at 765 Wonn Road, C-201, Greenbank, WA 98253. 360-222-3310, www.wclt.org or email info@wclt.org Whidbey Environmental Action Network (WEAN): Dedicated to the preservation and restoration of the native biological diversity of Whidbey Island and the Pacific Northwest. Members and volunteers provide technical restoration advice, hands-on habitat restoration and enhancement projects, education and outreach activities. 360-579-4202 or www.whidbeyenvironment.org Wildlife Care Clinic: A nonprofit organization to help rehabilitate wildlife for release back into the wild. A resource and referral center for rescue, rehabilitation and medical services for diseased, orphan and abandoned wildlife. 360-679-6796. Whidbey Island Conservation District: Serves residents of Whidbey Island in conserving natural resources on residential sites, farms and forest lands through educational outreach as well as technical and financial costshare assistance to provide a healthy environment for present and future generations. 360-678-4708 www. whidbeycd.org The Whidbey Institute: The mission of the Institute is to be a home for the work of organizations and individuals dedicated to leadership, integral spirit, and a thriving human and more than human world. With over 70 acres of pristine woodlands and trails, the Institute hosts visitors annually from all over the world. 360-341-1884 or email info@whidbeyinstitute.org Whidbey Watershed Stewards: Promotes the health of Whidbey Island watersheds and nearshore for the mutual benefit of people and the Puget Sound environment. Operates the Maxwelton Outdoor Classroom and service learning projects for the Island schools. Works with landowners to restore wildlife and fish habitat. www. whidbeywatersheds.org or email info@whidbeywatersheds. org

FARM & AGRICULTURE

Agriculture/Forestry Council: Formed to maintain agriculture as a strong and healthy business on Whidbey Island. Seeks to retain as much of the timber and forest land as possible for the benefit of the greatest number of inhabitants, and to maintain the potential of the island, both economically and aesthetically; 360-679-7327.

Deer Lagoon Grange 846: Provides for family activity and fun through Grange events and fellowship. Participates in the community and serves community needs by supporting youth, providing education and providing a premium place for community activities. Promotes grass-roots non-partisan legislative needs of the membership by authoring resolutions for action at the annual Washington State Grange Convention. 360321-5747 or www.deerlagoongrange.com Slow Food Whidbey Island: Connect to local food and food traditions through SFWI events, quarterly potlucks, the Whidbey Nibbles newsletter, lectures, field trips and support of other educational organizations. www.slowfoodusa.org Island County Fair Association: Responsible for planning and coordinating the annual Island County Fair each August in Langley. 360-221-4677 or www.whidbeyislandfair.com Island County Farm Bureau: Voluntary, grassroots advocacy organization representing the social and economic interests of farm and ranch families at the local, state and national levels. Contact icfarmbureau@gmail. com or write P.O. Box 580, Coupeville, WA 98239. South Whidbey Tilth: Practicing organic methods of agriculture on its Sustainability Campus at 2812 Thompson Road, off Hwy. 525 near Bayview. Providing access to and education about local organic produce through community gardens, children's garden, farmer incubator program and farmers market May through October. Classes and workshops offered, bimonthly newsletter. www.southwhidbeytilth.org or email info@ southwhidbeytilth.org Whidbey Island Conservation District: Serves residents of Whidbey Island in conserving natural resources on residential sites, farms, and forest lands through educational outreach as well as technical and financial costshare assistance to provide a healthy environment for present and future generations. 360-678-4708 or www. whidbeycd.org Whidbey Island Grown: The brand was established by local farmers and residents to increase awareness and consumption of agricultural products grown on the Island. Agricultural areas are an important part of what makes Whidbey Island such a special place to visit and live. www.whidbeyislandgrown.com Whidbey Island Rescue for Equines (WIRE): Licensed and registered organization that provides rescue, rehabilitation and adoption for horses and other members of the equine family that have been abused, abandoned and neglected. 360-675-9252 email montany@whidbey.com GARDEN American Rhododendron Society: Whidbey Island Chapter members share knowledge and enthusiasm for the rhododendron, the Washington state flower. Whidbey chapter meets at 7 p.m. every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Race Road fire station south of Coupeville. Meetings intended for everyone from novice to seasoned hybridizers. www.rhododendron.org Coupeville Garden Club: Plants and maintains several park areas in Coupeville, as well as the barrels and the plantings at the Welcome to Coupeville signs. They also maintain a greenhouse for club activities and for Coupeville Middle and High School projects. Major fundraising plant sale (at Coupeville Recreation Center) during the last weekend in April to fund the projects that beautify the town of Coupeville. Meet first Thursday of the month (September to May) at Coupeville Recreation Hall, 9:30 a.m. Public welcome. www.coupevillegardenclub.org

Greenbank Garden Club: Members participate in work parties and community events at Greenbank Farm and Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens, help maintain Greenbank Progressive Hall, hold spring and fall plant sales, contribute to local charities, clean roadsides. Monthly speakers. 360-678-5933. Island County Master Gardeners Association: Sponsored by WSU Cooperative Extension, meets throughout the year on the last Thursday of the month at the Coupeville Rec Hall. All meetings are open to the public.360-240-5527, 360-321-5111 Oak Harbor Garden Club: Plants and maintains gardens at Hal Ramaley Park as well as a number of beautification projects around town. Performs public outreach projects. Meets the second Tuesday of each month at Oak Harbor First United Methodist Church. All are welcome. 360-675-6151. South Whidbey Garden Club: Goal is to create an interest in gardening and to inspire an appreciation in others for flowers and birds, so that South Whidbey will be an even more beautiful place to live. Meets 9 a.m. the third Friday of the month at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Clinton, September through June. www.southwhidbeygardenclub.com Whidbey Island Garden Tour: Nonprofit organization presents annual tour of private gardens to benefit groups that work toward the improvement, restoration and maintenance of common habitat on the island. 360-3214191, www.wigt.org or email wigt@whidbey.net

HEALTH AND WELFARE

American Red Cross Islands Chapter: Provides disaster relief, military emergency services, health and safety services and community disaster education. Representative available for emergencies 24 hours a day. We welcome volunteers for all activities on Whidbey Island and donations to relief efforts. 360-720-4467, www. redcross.org or email swdisasterteam@whidbey.com Citizens Against Domestic & Sexual Abuse (CADA): Provides free, confidential assistance to victims of domestic violence, elder abuse, stalking, sexual abuse, child sexual abuse and sexual harassment. Services include a 24-hour crisis line, advocacy and supportive services, safety planning, information and referral, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, court support and prevention programs. Crisis line: 360-675-2232 or 1-800-215-5669. Business line: 360-675-7057. Enso House: A nonprofit home providing physical, emotional and spiritual support at the end of life. Located on South Whidbey Island. 360-331-4699, email director@ ensohouse.org or visit www.ensohouse.org Friends of Friends Medical Support Fund: A nonprofit group that provides help for people with medical expenses they are unable to pay. 360-221-4535, www. fofmedicalsupportfund.org or mail to P.O. Box 812, Langley, WA 98260. Friends of Home Healthcare of Whidbey General Hospital: A nonprofit corporation providing support and assistance to Home Healthcare and Hospice of WGH and the patients and families they serve. The Friends are committed to assisting ill and injured persons on Whidbey Island remain at home and as independent as possible. 360-678-7605, 360-321-6659.

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HISTORY ✤ PEOPLE ✤ FACTS ✤ FIGURES ✤ LIFE CONTINUED FROM 66 HOPE Therapeutic Riding Center: Its mission is to empower people facing special challenges to discover their abilities, independent skills and explore their potential through use of our nationally accredited safe and effective equine-assisted activities and therapy. 360-2217656, www.hope-whidbey.org or email hope@whidbey. com Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County: Nonprofit community service corporation serving the community since 2000. Dedicated to deterring DUI and underage drinking via its prevention panels which are open to all and free to non-offenders. Held in Oak Harbor, Freeland and at NAS Whidbey. IDIPIC also provides free classroom and schoolwide prevention programs for third grade, middle and high school students. Speakers available for business and organization meetings. Call 360672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org Mardi Unit: A nonprofit charity group on South Whidbey that raises funds for the Ryther Child Center, which works with children who have emotional problems as well as those with substance abuse concerns. 360-221-4519.

Whidbey General Hospital Foundation: Nonprofit organization supports Whidbey General Hospital and community health endeavors. Solicits and encourages philanthropic sharing through tax-deductible contributions or gifts in memory of or in honor of individuals, families or groups. The annual Tour de Whidbey bicycling event in September is a fundraiser for the WGH foundation and includes challenging 100-and 50-mile rides, a 40-mile moderate ride as well as a new gentler family friendly 10-mile ride. 360-678-7656, ext. 4020, 360-3217656, ext. 4020 or www.whidbeygen.org

tal purchases outside of monies budgeted by Sno-Isle Libraries or the Town of Coupeville. Fundraising events include book sales and auctions. Support includes funding for enrichment programs for all ages, scholarships for History Day students, community participation in parades, Coupeville Festival and other events. Purchases have included furniture, art supplies and Summer Reading Program prizes. Donations of books and other media (excluding text books and condensed books), time and or cash are welcome. 360-678-4911 or www. sno-isle.org

Whidbey Island Holistic Health Association: A nonprofit association of holistic health practitioners on the island with the purpose of educating the public about the value and variety of holistic practices. www.wihha. com or email wihhamail@gmail.com

Friends of the Clinton Library: A group concerned about their library's active expansion and participation in community life. www.sno-isle.org

Whidbey Sounders Toastmasters Club: Dedicated to public speaking and all its benefits. Regular meetings are held 6:30 p.m. the second, fourth and fifth Tuesdays of each month at the VFW in Oak Harbor. whidbeysounders. toastmastersclubs.org

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Medical Safety Net of North Whidbey: A nonprofit charitable organization that provides temporary help with uncovered medical costs to people living in ZIP codes 98277 and 98278, 360-929-3328 or www.msnofnw. org

Daughters of the American Revolution: DAR is a nonprofit, non-political volunteer women's service organization based on documented lineage to someone who fought or gave aid in the American Revolution. We are dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America's future through better education for children. www.gisdar.org

New Leaf, Inc.: A community vocational rehabilitation program for adults with disabilities. Provides training and employment in janitorial services, grounds maintenance and shelf stocking, community job development and independent living services. 360-675-1989, www.newleafinc.org

Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve: A unit of the National Park System that encompasses 17,400 acres on Central Whidbey. Activities include hiking, beach walking, birding, self-guided driving tour. 360-678-6084 or www.nps.gov/ebla

Opportunity Council: A human service agency working primarily with low-income and homeless families in Island County. Emergency shelter, energy assistance, home weatherization and repair, child care resource and referral. Central source of information and referral. 360679-6577 www.oppco.org Island County Chapter of People First: A private nonprofit self advocacy group for people with developmental disabilities. Also provides support and advocacy for their families and caregivers. Contact 360-914-1999 or P.O. Box 1492, Oak Harbor, WA 98277. Pregnancy Care Clinic: Provides pregnancy testing; limited ultrasounds; baby clothing, diapers, formula upon completion of parenting classes; community referrals and more. All services are free and confidential; 360-675-2096 for Oak Harbor. 360-221-2909 for Langley. Small Miracles: Coupeville Medical Support Fund is a community safety net composed of doctors, nurses, counselors and teachers that raises money to help people pay for significant medical expenses such has hospital bills, prescription costs and dental bills. 360-672-5651 or write Small Miracles at P.O. Box 912, Coupeville, WA 98239. Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA): Provides health insurance information by volunteers who are not professionals in the field but are trained monthly by the state Insurance Commissioner's office. Volunteers always welcome. 360-321-1600. Whidbey General Hospital Auxiliary: Nonprofit organization supports Whidbey General through fundraising, operating the hospital's gift shop and recruiting hospital volunteers. Volunteers can call Nancy Bailey at 360-6787656, ext. 3246 or 360-321-7656 ext. 3246.

Genealogy Society of South Whidbey Island: Formed to promote pursuit of family histories through genealogical research with monthly speakers, field trips to study and preserve family history. www.gsswi.org Holland-American Koffie Klets: Group meets every fourth Thursday at San Remo Restaurant 3-4 p.m. for "gezelligheid" and conversation, except November and December, January through October. Call Jan Ellis 360675-2552 or email beppejan7@comcast.net Island County Historical Society and Museum: Dedicated to collecting, documenting and preserving the county's history. The nonprofit society in Coupeville offers research services and extensive collection, holds numerous events including home and walking tours and lecture series. Located at 908 NW Alexander St., Coupeville; 360-678-3310 or www.islandhistory.org South Whidbey Historical Society: Operates museum at 312 Second St., Langley, open 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 360-221-2101 or www.southwhidbeyhistory. com Whidbey Island Genealogical Searchers: Assists people who are researching their family histories by sharing ideas and research tactics. Meetings include speakers who are experts in the areas of genealogical research. WIGS meets 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Heller Road fire station in Oak Harbor. Visitors always welcome. wigs.webplus.net

LIBRARY GROUPS

Friends of the Coupeville Library: The Friends of the Coupeville Library is a dynamic nonprofit organization. The mission is to support community enrichment by providing discretionary funding for programs and capi-

Friends of the Freeland Library: Supports Freeland Library through fundraising for equipment, supplies and programs not otherwise funded through the existing Sno-Isle Libraries budget. Monthly used book sale 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. first Saturdays. Board meets every other month at 1 p.m. on the third of the month. Open to the public. 360-678-8014, www.friendsofthefreelandlibrary.shutterfly. com or email dianacarew+FFL@whidbey.net Friends of Oak Harbor Library: Supports Oak Harbor library through fundraising for equipment and supplies not otherwise available through the existing budget; book sales, special events and programs. Meets the third Thursday of March, May, October and December at 3 p.m. at the Oak Harbor Library. www.sno-isle.org Langley Friends of the Library: Helps support Langley library through fundraising for supplies not otherwise funded through existing budgets; annual book sale, special programs. www.sno-isle.org

MILITARY-RELATED

The A-3 Skywarrior Whidbey Memorial Foundation: A nonprofit organization established to provide the means and funds to place the A-3 aircraft on display at NAS Whidbey Island. Quarterly meetings at Flyers Restaurant. www.a3skywarriorforwhidbey.org or email Ralph Estes III, chairman, at d7sus4@msn.com American Legion: Provides services to local veterans and their families and to the community. Two posts on Whidbey: Post 129, Oak Harbor, 360-675-6752, and Post 141, Langley, 360-321-5696. Disabled American Veterans: Chapter 47 is a nonprofit organization that provides needed assistance to active duty, retired, disabled veterans, veterans and their families, spouses and widows; chapter services officers available five days of the week. Walk-ins are welcome, no appointments necessary; 360-257-4805. Ladies Auxiliary Fleet Reserve Association: Branch 97 open to the wives and widows, mothers, sisters, daughters and granddaughters of active or retired members of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Assists needs of Fleet Reserve Association, its members and their families. 360-675-3414. The Whidbey Island Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (WICMOAA): The local affiliate of MOAA, which is open to all officers of the Uniformed Services of the United States. Chapter meetings are the second Thursday of the month at the Whidbey Island NAS Officers' Club. 360-678-0983 Navy League: Oak Harbor Area Navy League, chartered in 1956, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the American people and their government that

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HISTORY ✤ PEOPLE ✤ FACTS ✤ FIGURES ✤ LIFE CONTINUED FROM 67 the U.S. is a maritime nation and that our economy and defense depends upon the sea services. 360-929-3928 or www.oakharbornavyleague.org Navy Wives Club Whidbey Island No. 150: Chapter of the national organization that works to promote friendly, sympathetic relationships among spouses of enlisted personnel of the United Sea Services. Fosters fellowship among its members and the community. 360-320-1954. PBY Memorial Foundation: Seeks to preserve the history of the PBY Catalina, which flew from the Seaplane Base in the 1940s, as well as other sea and land aircraft operating out of Whidbey Island. Displays Oak Harbor, Navy and other services memorabilia from World War II up to the present. Displays a PBY aircraft that actually flew from NAS Whidbey Island. 360-240-9500 or www. pbymf.org Retired Officers' Wives: Strictly social organization. The group's purpose is to acquaint the wives of the retired officers in this area. 360-679-4527. VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Oak Harbor: Provides military care packages, support for veterans‚ hospitals, community service, cancer aid and research assistance, senior Christmas luncheon and Easter egg hunt. 360-675-4048 or www.vfwpost7392.org VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor: Provides scholarships, essay contests, funeral services on request for military veterans, job placement assistance, promotes patriotism, VA benefit assistance, distributes holiday baskets and provides phone cards to deployed service members. 360-675-4048 or www.vfw7392.org VFW Post 7482, Clinton: Meets first Monday of the month, 7 p.m., Clinton Progressive Hall. Provides services to veterans and their families as well as to community; 360-341-3522.

POLITICAL GROUPS

Island County Democratic Central Committee: Its purpose is to elect Democratic candidates to office. ICD supports excellent public K-12 education, tax fairness, protecting the island environment, strong national defense, economic development and public safety/safety net services. ICD is organized as part of Washington State Democrats. Visit www.islandcountydemocrats.wordpress.com Island County Property Rights Alliance: Nonprofit, nonpartisan group defends constitutional rights with regard to individual property rights, serves as an advocate for small property owners, offers public information and education, coalition building, member newsletter, problem prevention and assistance with legal action. www. capr.us/ISLAND/ Island County Republican Party: It is responsible for conducting party affairs. 360-279-1197 or www.islandcountygop.com League of Women Voters: A nonpartisan organization to promote political responsibility though informed and active participation of citizens in government. Membership is open to men and women of voting age. www.lwvwhidbey.org Republican Women's Club of North Whidbey: Meets 11:30 a.m., the second Thursday of the month at San Remo Restaurant, Oak Harbor. Guest speakers are invited monthly. Check the local News-Times calendar for announcements of invited guest speakers. 360-678.4602

or 360-320-7912. South Whidbey Republican Women: An organization affiliated with both the national and Washington State Federation of Republican Women, and the first Republican women's club on Whidbey Island, chartered in 1967. Meets 11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of the month at Useless Bay Country Club in Langley. 360-331-3548 or 360-579-5348 Whidbey Island Tea Party: The movement is concerned about excessive government spending and taxation. Everyone is welcome. whidbeyteaparty@gmail.com

RELIGIOUS GROUPS

Awana Clubs International: A Christian club for children ages 3 through high school, meets at Family Bible Church. www.oakharborfamilybible.org Course in Miracles: The Oak Harbor group meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Uses multimedia as well as the text, workbook for students and manual for teachers for discussion and study; call Bob or Julie Schoenecker at 360-675-9704. St. Peter's Women, ELCA: Women of the Clinton congregation meet for fellowship and Bible study, and to support activities for the church. Raises funds for missions locally and worldwide; 360-341-4715. United Methodist Women, Langley: A community of women whose purpose is to know God, to develop a creative, supportive fellowship and to participate in local and global mission projects. Our LUMC unit meets the third Thursday of the every month, except July and August. The business meeting starts at 10 a.m. in the Fireside room; the program is at 10:45, and lunch follows at 11:45. We welcome all women. 360-221-4233 or www. langleyumc.org Whidbey Island Friends Meeting (Quakers): Worships at 4 p.m. each Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 State Route 525, two miles north of Freeland. Friends worship in a circle in a traditional hour-long period of silence and meditation that often includes spoken prayers and messages. The Meeting also sponsors spirit-led social justice, peace and educational programs for the wider community. A warm welcome is extended to all. www.whidbeyquakers.org Whidbey Island Jewish Community: WIJC is a grassroots, nonprofit organization aimed at celebrating and promoting Jewish community and culture on Whidbey Island. As such, community support is vital to WIJC’s success. We welcome people who are willing to volunteer to host Shabbats, plan and organize events, work on fundraising and grant writing, and simply offer their presence to the community. www.wijc.wordpress.com Youth Dynamics: An active Christian outreach ministry for high school-aged students with weekly group meetings, Bible studies, seasonal retreats and wilderness adventures. Staff available to meet with students to help with everyday issues. Located at 830 SE Pioneer Way, Suite 201, Oak Harbor. 360-679-1844 or www.yd.org

RETIRED/SENIORS

American Association of Retired Persons (AARP): Brings legislation and community services information to its members. Sponsors the Safe Driving 55 Alive program, income tax service for all ages at no cost and much more. Members must be 50 or older; call 211 or visit www. aarp.org

Coupeville HUB for Seniors: The HUB offers a Wednesday meal along with regular programs and services on Wednesdays and some Fridays. Activities include bingo, a Sit & Stay Fit program, pumpkin painting, live music, crafts and educational programs. All meals and programs are held at the Methodist church on North Main Street. The meal begins at noon and all programming begins at 1 p.m. Oak Harbor Adult Day Program: Respite for caregivers and activities for adults who have physical or memory impairments, such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease or related dementia conditions, developmentally delayed, or other chronic conditions. Located at 917 E. Whidbey Ave., Oak Harbor. 360-279-4580. Oak Harbor Senior Center: A public facility at 51 SE Jerome St., where people 50 years or older can meet, travel, receive services and participate in activities that enhance their dignity and mental and physical health, support their independence and encourage involvement in the community. 360-279-4580. Retired Public Employees of Washington State: Our mission is to unite retired public employees for their mutual benefit and welfare. We do this by promoting legislation to improve financial and medical benefits, providing information to and otherwise supporting members, and working closely with other organizations. www. rpecwa.org Senior Services of Island County: A private, nonprofit Washington corporation serving Camano and Whidbey Island seniors and disabled persons. Services include nine senior nutrition meal sites and Meals-on-Wheels; senior information and assistance/case management; volunteer chore and medical transportation; a full service senior center in South Whidbey, including adult day care and health insurance assistance; countywide Senior News publication; and a 50-unit apartment for low-income seniors in Coupeville. 360-331-1600 for South Whidbey, 360-279-4580 for North Whidbey, and 360-678-4886 or 360-321-6661 for Coupeville Assisted Housing. South Whidbey Bayview Senior Center: Offers programs, lunch, Fun Band, dancing, socialization, Time Together program for caregivers, respite for caregivers and adults with physical or cognitive impairments also available. Call 360-331-1600. Time Together Adult Day Service: Respite for caregivers and activities for adults who have physical or memory impairments, such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease or related dementia conditions, developmentally delayed, or other chronic conditions. Located at 14594 SR 525, Langley. Island Transit provides door to center transportation for those participants who qualify. They may be contacted at 360-321-6688. Sliding fee scale and other funding assistance available. Call 360-321-1600, ext. 28 or 360-678-3373, ext. 28.

SERVICE/ VOLUNTEER

The American Association of University Women: AAUW meets on the second Saturday of every month at 9:30 a.m. at various venues around the island. AAUW has more than 90 active and involved women living on Whidbey Island who are committed to making a significant impact on education and equity for women and girls on the island. AAUW is the oldest and largest national organization for women, founded in Boston in 1881 to link women college graduates to advancing equity for

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WHIDBEY ALMANAC 2015 The South Whidbey Children’s Center

Preschool & Childcare

Non-profit Organizations

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120 6th St., Langley • 360-221-4499

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HISTORY ✤ PEOPLE ✤ FACTS ✤ FIGURES ✤ LIFE CONTINUED FROM 69 women in education, employment and public service. Call Jessica Koeberle at 360-678-6583 or visit www.aauwwhidbeyisland.org Baby Island Saratoga Club: Nonprofit organization committed to helping the community. Monthly potluck dinner meetings and speakers are held on the second Friday of each month, September through May. All islanders are welcome. Clubhouse is available for rental. 360-730-1654 or www.babyislandsaratogaclub.org Central Whidbey Lions: Known as the "Hands On" Lions, club meets the first and third Thursdays of the month at the Tyee Restaurant in Coupeville. Members serve the community in a number of ways, including speakers forum, specific projects for those in need, flag posting for patriotic holidays, roadside clean-up, and youth support programs. 360-678-3263 or www.coupevillelions.org Citizens on Patrol: A volunteer patrol group ages 26 and older that assists Oak Harbor Police by patrolling streets and parks; COP voicemail 360-279-4669. Fraternal Order of Eagles: One mile south of Freeland on Highway 525. Lounge is open only to members and guests but serves dinner several nights a week to the public. 360-321-5636. Gifts from the Heart Food Bank: Serving Central Whidbey Island 2-5 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 203 N. Main St. in Coupeville and the Progressive Hall on Bakken and Firehouse Road in Greenbank. Our mission is to respectfully provide food to those in need. 360-678-8312 or www.giftsfromtheheartfoodbank.com Giraffe Project: International nonprofit organization based in Langley that finds and honors people nationwide who "stick their neck out for the common good." Giraffe Heroes Program is a K-12 curriculum that gets kids involved in service in their communities. 360-221-7989 or www.giraffe.org Good Cheer Food Bank: Supported by the Good Cheer Thrift Shop at 114 Anthes St., Langley, and Good Cheer Two, 4777 Commercial St., Clinton. Distributes food to families in need, with special holiday baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas. 360-221-6494. Goosefoot: Goosefoot's mission is to build a sense of place and community, to preserve rural traditions, to enhance local commerce and help create a healthy, sustainable future for South Whidbey Island. 360-321-4145, www.goosefoot.org or email info@goosefoot.org Habitat for Humanity of Island County: Nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry serving low and very low income families; builds houses on North and South Whidbey in partnership with qualified families; home preservation program for exterior repairs of existing homeowners. Efforts are supported through individual and corporate donations, fundraising activities, and retail Stores in Freeland and Oak Harbor. Stores take donations of furniture, building supplies, working appliances. Volunteer workers needed in all areas, from construction to committee work. 360-679-9444 or www. islandcountyhabitat.org Hearts & Hammers: Neighbors helping neighbors stay in their homes. A local nonprofit organization that brings together a community of local volunteers to help repair and rehabilitate homes of those who are physically or financially unable to do the work alone. Volunteers do whatever repairs and renovations are possible within the

scope of a one-day work blitz. There is no charge to the homeowner for labor or materials thanks to the generous support of the community. Work day is the first Saturday in May. To receive help, volunteer or donate there are two Hearts & Hammers groups serving from South Whidbey to Central Whidbey. If you live in the Coupeville School District, visit www.centralwhidbeyheartsandhammers.com or call 360-720-2114. For South Whidbey, visit www.heartsandhammers.com or call 360-221-6063.

enterprise. Provide service on local, national and international projects, scholarships for local students. Reach Oak Harbor Rotary Club at www.ohrotary.org, North Whidbey Sunrise Rotary at 360-679-2527, Rotary Club of South Whidbey at rotary@whidbey.com

Help House: North Whidbey's nonprofit emergency food bank. Open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed for lunch. 1091 SE Hathaway St., Oak Harbor. 360-675-0681.

Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor: Provides service to the community and works to advance the status of women. Projects include Women's Opportunity Awards, community college vo-tech awards and free mammograms for those in need. Write to Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor, P.O. Box 893, Oak Harbor.

H.E.A.R.T. (Home Emergency Action Repair Team): A part of the Hearts and Hammers organization with volunteers offering emergency home repair work yearround for homeowners who cannot physically or financially do the work alone. This service answers immediate needs for home repair that cannot wait for the annual work day in May. Labor and materials are offered free to the homeowners. Priority is given to health and safety issues. South Whidbey 360-221-6063 or www.heartsandhammers.com IOOF Oak Lodge Lodge 291: A chapter of a worldwide fraternal organization dedicated to protecting widows, educating orphans and burying the dead. 360-279-1412 Kiwanis Club of Oak Harbor: Community service organization with emphasis on youth programs and local charities. Sponsors of the Oak Harbor High School Key Club and Crescent Harbor Elementary K-Kids. P.O. Box 714, Oak Harbor. 360-675-5315. Meetings are held every Wednesday morning at San Remo Restaurant. Langley Masonic Lodge 218: Meets every fourth Tuesday, Grigware Hall at Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Route 525, Freeland; dinner at 6:30, meeting at 7:30. The Langley Masonic Lodge is part of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Washington. Freemasonry is one of the largest and oldest philanthropic organizations in the world. Mail to P.O. Box 743, Clinton, WA 98236. www.langley218.com or email info@langley218.com Oak Harbor Elks Lodge No. 2362: Fraternal, charitable, patriotic, social order dedicated to the principles of charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity. 360-675-1321. Oak Harbor Emblem Club: Community service organization affiliated with the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge that raises funds for scholarships and community assistance. 360-675-7111. Oak Harbor Lions Club: Raises funds for community projects which include Oak Harbor's flag display and scholarships. Provides eyeglasses and hearing aids for those unable to afford them. Meets Wednesday evenings at CPO Club on Ault Field Road. 360-240-9483, 360-6756796 www.oakharborlions.org Oak Leaf Rebekah Lodge Lodge No. 254: Part of the International Order of Odd Fellows, supports education through scholarships to high school students, visual research work and charitable work on community projects. Theta Rho is the girls club affiliated with Rebekah, Odd Fellow Lodge. 360-675-0128. North Whidbey Lions Club: Meets at noon, the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at the VFW, 3037 N. Goldie Road, Oak Harbor. 360-675-5588 or esfakkema@ cablespeed.com Rotary Clubs: Three active clubs: Rotary Club of South Whidbey, Oak Harbor Rotary and North Whidbey Island Sunrise. All stand by principles of the international organization and encourage service as a basis of worthy

Soroptimist International of Coupeville: Service organization of women who focus on making a difference for women and children; 360-678-3167.

Soroptimist International of South Whidbey: Women business owners, managers and professionals provide service and financial support to advance the status of women. 360-331-0139. South Whidbey Kiwanis Club: International service club. Visitors and new members welcome. 360-321-4448. South Whidbey Lions Club: Committed to supporting the Lions' Sight & Hearing Program to assist those in need in the South Whidbey community with eye/hearing exams, glasses and hearing aids. Club grants scholarships to South Whidbey High School students, maintains the landscaping at Freeland Park and participates in the Highway Cleanup Project. Meets the second and fourth Thursdays at M-Bar-C Ranch. 360-331-3151. Venture Club of Oak Harbor: Under direction of Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor. Members are professional and business women age 18-40 who work or live in the Oak Harbor or Coupeville area. www.soroptimist.org United Way of Island County: 350 SE Pioneer Way, Suite 101, P.O. Box 798, Oak Harbor WA 98277. 360-6751778 or cniiro@uwic.comcastbiz.net. Whidby Island Masonic Lodge 15: Meets every third Tuesday, 804 N. Main Street, Coupeville. 360-678-4891, or www.whidbeyisland-15.org

SPECIAL INTEREST

North Whidbey Coupon Club: Provides tools and assistance in the saving of money on everyday items. It mentors guests in comparison shopping, connection to money-saving tools, "good deal alerts," meal/shopping planning tips and more. We collect coupon inserts for distribution to local families, food banks and overseas military families. Coupon "Clip n' Chats" meet weekly, and are open to anyone, free of charge. We can help you "Eat Better, For Less." 360-675-2338 or email nwcouponclub@ comcast.net The Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington: Invites women whose ancestors or husband's ancestors settled in Washington State/Oregon Territory prior to 1871 to become members. It is an active group interested in the preservation of our pioneer history. wapioneerdaughters.org or email dpwchapter6@yahoo.com FETCH!: Off-leash support group dedicated to working with Island County officials to establish and maintain off-leash dog parks in Island County. Provides a forum for education about responsible dog ownership and promotes understanding between dog owners and other in the community 360-321-4049 or www.fetchparks.org Fil-Am Association: The Filipino-American Association

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Non-profit Organizations

The doorway to resources, information & services that matter to you! South Whidbey Central Whidbey North Whidbey Camano Island Community Thrift

Over 20 Years of Neighbors Helping Neighbors stay in their homes ANNUAL WORKDAY: 1st Saturday in May 360.221.6063 www.heartsandhammers.com

360-321-1600 360-678-4886 360-675-0311 360-387-0222 360-331-5701

Focusing on education, research and stewardship to maintain and protect a thriving Salish Sea! Barbara Bennett, Program Coordinator 360-679-7391 barbara.bennett@wsu.edu www.beachwatchers.wsu.edu/island Like

Penn Cove Water Festival

WHIDBEY VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER Mission: Connect, Educate, and Serve Veterans, Their Families, and Communities Information and Referral Support Groups Benefits Assistance Community Events WVRC Welcomes, Honors, Supports Veterans

Saturday, May 16th 2015 11am-5pm

To provide a safe atmosphere where homeless students grow in a loving environment. (360) 331-4575 www.ryanshouseforyouth.org

A Free Family Festival in Historic Coupeville!

PennCoveWaterFestival.Com PennCoveWaterFestival@gmail.Com

Educational Displays and Videos Fun Gift Shop with unique gifts, books, DVD’s, jewelry, hats, t-shirts, toys For rainy days, check out our free lending library for books and DVD’s

360.331.8081

Monthly Youth Activities “Welcome the Whales” family event & parade, Saturday, April 18 in Langley

14096 Hwy. 525 Bayview

www.whidbeyvrc@gmail.com Donations to WVRC, a 501c3 organization, are tax deductible

Native Arts & Crafts Music, Dancing, Food Storytelling & Youth Activities

Learn about the endangered Southern Resident Orcas, and the Gray Whales who feed off the waters of Saratoga Passage and Possession Sound. Learn about the Transient Orcas and other marine mammals who live in the Salish Sea

Please Call for Hours, Appts, Directions

PO Box 85, Freeland, WA 98249

Tribal Canoe Races

Great place for winter weekends, bring your family and guests for a fun and educational outing.

Open Thursdays through Sundays 11 A.M. to 5 P.M., Free Admission 2nd and Anthes, Langley, WA • (360) 221-7505 langleywhalecenter@whidbey.com • Follow Langley Whale Center on Facebook Langley Whale Center is a project of Orca Network a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

www.orcanetwork.org

HISTORY ✤ PEOPLE ✤ FACTS ✤ FIGURES ✤ LIFE CONTINUED FROM 71 is dedicated to promoting cultural understanding and fellowship among the Filipino-American families in Oak Harbor. email mariela.fletcher@naffaa.org Flying Fingers: A pleasant monthly gathering for deaf, hard-of-hearing and anybody who is interested in using sign language. Meeting at Langley United Methodist Church at Third and Anthes Ave., Langley, WA 98260, Fireside Room, back section of church. Follow the posters. 7-8 p.m. first Friday of month (exception will be in July; meets on July 10 due to holiday). On a donation basis for room usage. Share goodies with the group of usually eight individuals. Informal gathering of people who enjoy celebrating their birthdays and holidays. Signing is fun! Call Susan Ishikawa at 831-334-6257 or email sisoleil973@ yahoo.com Genealogy Society of South Whidbey Island (GSSWI): Formed to promote pursuit of family histories through genealogical research with monthly speakers, field trips to study and preserve family history. www. gsswi.org Greyhound Pets Inc.: Nonprofit group dedicated to finding homes for racing greyhounds once their careers have ended. Has rescued 3,500 greyhounds. Greyhounds available for adoption at Sunset Kennels and in foster homes. www.greyhoundpetsinc.org Island Classic Mustang Club: All owners of Mustangs or Fords are welcome. Annual Show and Shine Car Show in Oak Harbor. Meets 7 p.m. monthly the second Thursday at Zorba's Restaurant. www.islandclassicmustangclub.com Island County Astronomical Society: Anyone interested in astronomy or educational outreach is invited to attend. 360-679-7664 or email icaspub@juno.com Island County Tourism: Information about visiting Whidbey and Camano islands at www.whidbeycamanoislands.com Macintosh Appreciation Group of Island County (MAGIC): Serves people who use Macintosh/Apple computers, devices, software and peripherals; meets 4-6 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 SR 525, Freeland; offers classes, workshops, online newsletter and mentoring services. www.whidbey.com/magicmug Majestic Glass Corvette Club: Nonprofit group aims to to develop friendship and pride among Corvette owners. Actively promotes, sponsors, organizes and supervises sports car outings, meetings, exhibitions, car shows and other Corvette-related activities. Meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays. www.majesticglass.org Neighbors Enjoying Whidbey Club (NEW Club): Social club for women new to the island to make and expand friendships, and share information about the services, intrigues, and delights of the island. Many events include spouses or guests. 360-675-2099 or email whidbeyshirley@comcast.net North Whidbey Island Cribbage Club: Meets 6 p.m. every Thursday at the Pizza Factory. Everyone who enjoys cribbage and is over 18 years of age is invited to play. Ken Daugherty at 360-679-2866 or email kedsinc@whidbey.net Oak Harbor Yacht Club: Promotes an interest in boating and boating-related activities. Membership is open to boaters and non-boaters alike. Social activities include regular potlucks and dinners. Cruise fleet sponsors events throughout the year and sail fleet has an active race

program that supports the local youth sailing program as well as events such as Whidbey Island Race Week. 360675-1314 or www.ohyc.org Whidbey Animals' Improvement Foundation (WAIF): Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing aid, comfort and humane treatment to homeless domesticated animals on Whidbey Island. Outreach programs to educate to prevent overpopulation. Manages the minimal-kill animal shelters in Oak Harbor and Coupeville, providing veterinary care and vaccines, high quality food, comfort for shelter residents and active facilitation of their adoptions. Visit WAIF Thrift Shops and cat adoption centers in Oak Harbor and Freeland. 360-678-5816, 360331-2818 or www.waifanimals.org. Whidbey Cruzers Car Club: Nonprofit organization dedicated to designing, restoring and preserving all types of vehicles, classic or street rod. Events include cruises, civic and charitable events, car shows. Meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge. 360-675-5710 or www.whidbeycruzers.com Whidbey Dragon Boat Club: The premiere Dragon Boat Club on Whidbey Island. Their mission is to promote the physical, social and emotional benefits of dragon boating. While this sport developed in this country because of its benefits for breast cancer survivors, the club welcomes paddlers of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. They have two teams, and during the season boats go out for practice five to six times per week from the Oak Harbor Marina. Come join for fun, fitness and friendship. www.npsdragonboat.org Island County Amateur Radio Club: Testing monthly, field day exercise in June. 360-730-2250, www.w7avm. org email k7na@w7avm.org Whidbey Island Gem Club: A club for rockhounds, lapidary, knappers, wire-wrappers and silver smiths. Members (beginning and expert) have access to a fully equipped rock shop and a knapping facility where they are taught and practice with knowledgeable volunteers. General meetings the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Oak Harbor Senior Center. Rock Shop at Senior Center is available Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon. 360-675-9397 or 360-675-4943. Whidbey Island Kite fliers: Members are from entire island and surrounding areas. Club fun flies are held the third Saturday of the month, generally at Fort Casey. Sponsors Whidbey Island Kite Fliers; Sponsor annual kite festival in September. info@whidbeykiteclub.org Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge: Local organization celebrating the culture and traditions of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Monthly meetings on third Saturday of the month from September to May at Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge, 63 Jacobs Road, Coupeville, WA 98239. Mailing Address is P.O. Box 1525, Coupeville. www.whidbeyislandnordiclodge.wordpress. com Whidbey Island Pony Club: Chapter of United States Pony Clubs, the leading junior equestrian organization in the world, providing English riding instruction, horse management, competition and camps for ages 6 to 25. Whidbey club hosts annual WIPC Horse Trials in July with 300-plus competitors of all ages and skill levels. 360-9293607 or www.whidbeyisland.ponyclub.org Whidbey Island Radio Control Society: Dedicated to building and flying radio controlled model aircraft. Meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month at the Family Bible Church, 2760 N. Heller Rd., Oak Harbor. 360-6754455 or www.wircsrc.com Whidbey Island Stamp Club: An affiliate of the

American Philatelic Society. Each month an informed presentation is presented for the enjoyment of members and guests. Meets 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesday of the month in Oak Harbor. 360-675-9674. Whidbey Quilters: Work on individual projects, share ideas, techniques and simply enjoy each other's love of quilting. Annual community service project and fall sale. 360-675-7216 or www.whidbeyquilters.com

SPORTS

Back Country Horsemen: Island County chapter is part of a statewide, nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping trails open for all users and educating horse and mule-users in Leave No Trace practices. Members help maintain, build and clean up trails and horse camps. 360929-3408, www.bchw.org or email longearsb@frontier.com Central Whidbey Sportsmen's Association: Activities include shooting sports on club's ranges: 75-yard covered pistol; 100- and 200-meter rifle; trap; bowling pin with four stations. Monthly black powder shoots. Complete clubhouse with kitchen facilities. Meetings at 7 p.m. the second Monday of the month. 360-678-6585 or www. cwsaonline.org Coupeville Booster Club: Parent group supporting afterschool athletics: raise school spirit, purchase equipment, fly game-day flags, Wolves merchandise and more. "Supporting our school, our athletes, and raising school spirit and community pride." Go Wolves! ckellison@live. com Deception Pass Sail & Power Squadron: Part of the United States Power Squadrons, meets the second Tuesday of each month, September through May, at the Oak Harbor Yacht Club. 360-720-2756 The Fishin' Club: A club for all salt water and fresh water anglers. The club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at the M-Bar-C Ranch, Shore Meadow Ave., Freeland. Bring a friend and be our guest for an interesting and fun evening. We have a guest speaker each month covering topics such as fishing gear, rods, reels, line, lures and bait, fishing methods and where to fish, how to fish for Dungeness crab, clams, oysters and shrimp. Care and maintenance of angling and boating equipment, boating safety and first aid information are covered during the year. The club also supports college scholarships for marine and conservation majors and holiday food drive for less-fortunate families on South Whidbey Island. Contact: The Fishin' Club, P.O. Box 1292, Freeland, WA 98249. North Whidbey Little League: Volunteer organization providing playing opportunities in baseball and softball for boys and girls from 5 to 18 years. Registrations start in January, evaluations and team formation in February, practice in March. Regular season is April through June 15. All-Star tournaments generally begin in July. 417 SE Bayshore Drive, Oak Harbor. 360-679-1522 or www.northwhidbeylittleleague.org North Whidbey Sportsmen's Association: Club ranges, archery 50-75 yards, stationary targets, pistol 50 yards covered, rifle 100 and 200 yards covered, standard trap, complete clubhouse and kitchen facilities. Activities: pistol, IDPA, falling plate bain chi cup matches, weekly trap matches, Boy Scouts and hunter education. 360-6752964 or www.northwhidbeysportsmen.org Oak Harbor Racket Club: All are welcome. Lessons and social play held year-round. Seasonal leagues are available. 360-675-3816.

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Oak Harbor Yacht Club: Promotes an interest in boating and boating-related activities. Membership is open to boaters and non-boaters alike. Social activities include regular potlucks and dinners. Cruise fleet sponsors events throughout the year and sail fleet has an active race program that supports the local youth sailing program as well as events such as Whidbey Island Race Week. 360675-1314 or www.ohyc.org North Whidbey Soccer Club: Nonprofit, volunteerbased organization providing spring and fall seasons of youth soccer for about 500 young people ages 5-14. wys-nwsc.affinitysoccer.com or email northwhidbeysoccerclub@gmail.com South Whidbey Parks & Recreation: The Community Center in Langley has ball and soccer fields, hiking trails, wooden playground built by the community. Programs for infants to adults; triathlon, ski trips, golf tournaments, map and compass clinics, soccer camps, and summer tennis lessons. 360-221-5484 or www.swparks.org South Whidbey Parks and Aquatics Foundation: Their mission is to make parks and aquatics activities accessible to all residents of the South Whidbey community by raising money to fund capital expenses, operating endowments and scholarships as well as supporting new and existing parks and aquatics programs. www. swpaf.org The South Whidbey Yacht Club: Mission is to foster safe boating and the responsible enjoyment of our marine resources by our members and the community at large through educational programs, community outreach and boating-related activities afloat and ashore.

Monthly meetings. Guests are always welcome. And you don't need to own a boat to join. SWYC P.O. Box 316, Greenbank, WA 98253. www.swyachtclub.org

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4-H Clubs: Kids from 5 to 19 focus on their own interests (animals, environment, computers, etc.) and members are supported as they learn by doing. 360-679-7328 or 360-321-5111, ext. 7328 Boys & Girls Club of Coupeville: The Positive Place for Kids meets at 203 N. Main St. (in the old firehouse). All kids ages 6 to 18 are welcome to join for fun activities, healthy snacks, homework support and summer camp programs. 360-678-5640 or www.coupevilleboysandgirlsclub.org Boys & Girls Club of Oak Harbor: Provides kids ages 6 to 18 with a positive place to go and an environment in which to interact with other kids and have a positive learning experience. The Roller Barn in Oak Harbor is the headquarters. Tutoring, activities and teen night held weekly. Special events for middle school/high schooler held monthly. Summer/spring/winter day camps and enrichment programs available. 360-240-9273 or www. bgcoh.org Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Explorers: Boy Scouts of America, Mount Baker Council, serves boys age 6 to 20 and girls 14 to 20. Join and enjoy camping, family fun, adventure, leadership and learning self-reliance. Provides programs and camps for boys and girls and provides training for adults and volunteer leaders. 360-929-1066 or www.mountbakerbsa.org Central Whidbey Youth Coalition: Networks with other nonprofit agencies to provide community mobili-

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zation and substance abuse prevention services in Island County. Coordinates youth activities such as the annual sailing trip and weekly Late Night Central for kids grades 6 to 9. 360-678-4533. Girl Scouts, Totem Council: Provides scouting programs for girls from kindergarten on up. 360-658-8083 or email jwakefield@girlscoutsww.org South Whidbey Youth Connection: Offers prevention-based services for youth ages 11 to 18, including recreation, peer education, parent education, babysitter training, tutoring and study skills, job referral services. The HUB after-school program is available for middle school and high school students. 360-221-4142 or info@ swyouth.com

SUPPORT GROUPS

Alcoholics Anonymous: Support group for people addicted to alcohol. Locations on North and South Whidbey. Step study meetings noon Thursdays, Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland. 360-279-9406 or 360-2212070. Al-Anon/Alateen: Support for people with alcohol or drug-addicted friends or family. www.wa-al-anon.org Alzheimer's Family Support Group: Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Bayview Senior Center. 360-279-2555, 360-321-1600 or www.alzwa.org Breast Cancer Support Group: For women, men, family members and friends who have breast cancer or have gone through breast cancer treatment, to talk, share experiences and for support. Led by a breast cancer survivor and medical social worker. www.cancer.org Cancer Support Groups: Those interested in a cancer support group are encouraged to visit the American Cancer Society. www.cancer.org Diabetes Support Group: Sponsored by the Whidbey General Diabetes Program. 360-678-7656, ext. 2650 or 360-321-7656, ext. 2650. Mother's Circle: New moms invited for tea and conversation at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at House of Hope, Langley. 360-221-7777. Parkinson's Support Group: Offers various programs and activities to assist people with Parkinsons and caregivers in maximizing strengths, minimizing impediments and achieving and maintaining full potential. Meets every first Friday of each month at the Cherry Hill Club House, Oak Harbor. Call Carolyn Hanson at 360-279-1785. Pulmonary Wellness Support Group: Education sessions are every Tuesday and Thursday for half an hour. 360-678-7656, ext. 2130 or 360-321-7656, ext. 2130.

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Traumatic Brain Injury/Stroke Support Group: All those who are survivors, caregivers, friends or family members of survivors are welcome. Prime purpose is to better understand the recovery process, available resources and exchange information on sustaining a more productive and fulfilling life. 360-678-5392.

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Whidbey AIDS Support Fund: Provides emotional and practical support and emergency financial assistance for persons living with HIV-AIDS. Sponsors an annual dinner and pie auction and AIDS walk. 360-321-8272

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Whidbey Island Chemically Injured Network: Support group for people exposed to toxic chemicals at home or at work that adversely affect their health. 360-240-9475.

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