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Welcome from the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce

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What Makes Sedro-Woolley Unique?

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Parks & Recreation

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Sedro-Woolley Museum

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Sedro-Woolley Map

Education, Employment & Business

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Calendar of Events

Farm & Field

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elcome to Sedro-Woolley, where happiness and a healthy environment are the primary reason people love to call it home. The area is full of so many gorgeous places that both locals and tourists alike love to visit all of the attractions. The town is steeped in hometown charm, a vital center of recreation, and a great place to do business; we invite you to stay and explore what makes us unique—besides the name.

Downtown Sedro-Woolley offers artwork carved as tribute to its logging past as each year new chainsaw carvings are added to the streetscape. The city is working on a revitalization of its downtown with many buildings receiving facelifts as growth is anticipated. When local owners invest in buildings, one can truly see the pride that goes into creating a distinct impression.

Significant growth in jobs and the economy are also expected, thanks to the Janicki BioEnergy project known as the Omniprocessor, funded for development by the Bill Gates Foundation. Peter Janicki designed, and has started production on, a machine that will change the world by processing human waste into clean energy and clean water, exceeding the goals set by the Gates Foundation. (See janickibioenergy.com) Hammer Heritage Square, near the center of town, is the place to be for many events such as Blast from the Past; and the

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home of Sedro-Woolley Farmer’s Market, open on Wednesdays from May to October.

The events in town are generally family-oriented, from Woodfest during the Tulip Festival which focuses on student woodworking projects, the Easter Egg Hunt, Kids’ Fishing Derby in May and Blast from the Past in June with its classic hula-hoop, jump-rope and eating competitions. For the first time we are adding a Color Fun Run/Walk to Blast from the Past. Don’t forget the Loggerodeo with its carnival and grand parade in July, Halloween parade and merchant trickor-treating in October and wonderful Christmas events in December. If you want your family to experience something genuine, Sedro-Woolley offers plenty for visitors and residents alike.

For motor enthusiasts, there are two car shows every year: one in June during Blast and one in September on Founders’ Day Weekend. Hitting Highway 20 or Highway 9 in any rig reminds you to enjoy the drive as you pass through the forests, mountains and small villages away from the hustle and bustle of the interstate.

The town has several local parks and is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities from the North Cascades to the San Juan Islands, all just a short drive from the heart of Sedro-Woolley.

At Riverfront Park on the Skagit River, one can find plenty of picnic areas and

restrooms, city maintained shelters that can be rented for reunions or other events, a dog park, boat launch and RV park.

The Rotary club built an amphitheater a few years ago, and has been holding free summer concerts in the park. You can also enjoy concerts at our lovely local winery, Eagle Haven on Sims Road, east of town during the summer months.

In 2012, the Rotary Club also built a new state-of-the-art skate park that now attracts skateboarders from all over the region and an annual competition in the fall. Come and see what Sedro-Woolley has to offer!

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What Makes Sedro-Woolley Unique?

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ocated on the banks of the beautiful Skagit River in the Skagit Valley, the City of Sedro-Woolley is the gateway to the North Cascades recreation area; attracting 750,000 visitors annually. The city is nestled between the scenic Cascade Loop drive to the east and Puget Sounds’ San Juan Islands to the west. It is conveniently situated just minutes from Interstate-5 on Highway 20, midway between Vancouver, Canada and Seattle, Washington.

Sedro-Woolley offers a high quality of life with a small town atmosphere; it is a small town with a big heart, where neighbors know one another and city pride is evident on every street corner, business and school.

Year-round destination events are hosted in the city’s charming, historic downtown, the Sedro-Woolley Rodeo Grounds and Riverfront Park. Significantly lower housing and land costs than surrounding areas make the city affordable. Many residents enjoy the easy access to beautiful parks, fishing, skiing, the San Juan Islands and over 100 miles of trails. The city’s highly regarded school district has built a reputation for strong public-private partnerships that serve the community and local businesses.

It’s all happening in Sedro-Woolley; come visit and stay!

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10 villages on the Upper Skagit and Sauk Rivers. The Skagit Tribe opened its popular $28 million The Skagit Casino Resort on a 15-acre site off of the Bow exit on Interstate-5 in 1995. The $11 million, 103-room hotel and conference center was opened in 2001. The Skagit Ridge Hotel offers 41 guest rooms and conference facilities.

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late 1890s. He was known for his emphasis on Western scenery, logging and railroads.

Community Demographic and Economic Profile

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n terms of population, Sedro-Woolley is one of the fastest-growing cities in

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Murals and Wood Carvings

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ourists come to see the beautiful wood carvings and murals spread throughout the downtown area of the city, mostly along Metcalf Street. The carvings come from the annual chainsaw carving competition - part of the Loggerodeo festivities. Many of the painted murals were inspired by worldfamous photographer Darius Kinsey, who had a photo-studio in Sedro-Woolley in the

Skagit County. Between 1990 and 2010, the population of Sedro-Woolley increased from 6,031 to 10,540, an increase of 74.7 percent (US Census Data). The Washington State Office of Financial Management estimates the April 1, 2015, population at 10,700, an increase of 77.4 percent from 1990. As of 2013, Sedro-Woolley had a population of 10,645, a 23 percent increase since 2000. Males make up 48.3 percent of the population and females make up 51.7 percent. The median resident age is 35.3 years compared to 37.4 years for Washington State. The value of owneroccupied housing units in 2010-2014 was $185,000 and the median household income during those same years was $44,014 compared to Washington’s median home value of $257,200 and median household income of $60,294. Between 2010-2014 89.8 percent of persons over 25 years of age were high school graduates and 13.7 percent had a bachelor’s degree or higher.

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he Sedro-Woolley School District is ranked first in the county with a high school graduation rate averaging 90 percent over the last several years. Sixth grade reading and math achievement levels continue to exceed statewide assessment trends. Middle school students have improved their reading, math and science scores and high school students continue to meet and exceed state standards. The district has once again shown itself as an education leader with Big Lake, Clear Lake and Lyman Elementary Schools being honored as recipients of the Washington Achievement Award in 2016. Clear Lake was also honored as a “School of Distinction” for the second year in a row.

Still, there is always work to be done.

Under the leadership of Superintendant Phil Brockman, the Sedro-Woolley school district took several steps to honor their mission that every student graduates with

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the knowledge and skills for future learning and success in the 2016/2017 school year.

Because of the STEM Network’s success, it is expanding to all of the Skagit County School Districts and has been awarded a

$200,000 grant from Washington STEM. Sedro-Woolley used the $30,000 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Network grant awarded in December, 2015 to establish the Sedroskagitvisitor.com

Woolley STEM Network. The local network partnered with Washington STEM to grow systems where educators, employers and community leaders work together to match science, technology, engineering and math education to career opportunities in Sedro-Woolley. Evergreen Elementary became the first district STEM Lab School at the beginning of the 2016/2017 school year.

While the district has a strong focus on STEM, there is also support for reading, writing, social studies, the arts, physical education and co-curricular clubs and activities. Last year Samish and Central Elementary students participated in an Art Docent Program with a differently themed art project and lesson each month. The success of the program supported a decision to add 25 minutes to the elementary school day and formally bring art, music and library instructional media specialists back to all of the elementary schools last fall.

Sedro-Woolley High School transitioned to an 8 period alternating day schedule

and added additional “college in the high school” courses for pre-engineering and broadcasting. The Sedro-Woolley School District expanded the Highly Capable Program for students with advanced abilities in the 2016/2017 school year.

Stated Superintendent Phil Brockman, “… we are excited and pleased with the services developed for our students as we continue to expand the program.”

All of these initiatives and student achievements wouldn’t be possible without great educators and administrators. The district employs a highly qualified and dedicated staff with over 70 percent of teachers holding masters degrees and many holding national board certifications.

Coming from the Seattle School District, Phil Brockman has served as the SedroWoolley school superintendent since summer 2013. The Sedro-Woolley School District welcomed Mischelle Darragh as the new principal at Samish Elementary School in fall 2016. She came from the Arlington School District where she served as assistant principal for students at Post

Middle School.

Funding is a critical part of academic and student success and the Sedro-Woolley Alumni and Schools Foundation is a valued school district partner. The foundation has held an annual fundraiser called “Robyn’s Pancakes for Kids” on July Fourth. It has donated $400,000 directly into classrooms as well as funding for hundreds of thousands of dollars of student scholarships over the years.

The district has two levies that passed in February 2014. The Safety and Technology levy is a four-year levy that generates $900,000 per year; the money collected goes to ensure safe learning facilities, update 10-year-old computer labs, build mobile labs and a variety of technical smart devices to enhance learning in classrooms.

In 2016, security investments took a sizable portion of the levy; safety tools were added including a “buzz-in” feature at the elementary schools. With a considerable safety investment handled, technology in the classroom has regained focus with the district getting closer to the goal of having

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a computer for every student by the end of the four-year levy.

At the middle school, Microsoft Academy was implemented for seventh and eighth grade students; an expansion of the program at the high school level.

The Educational Programs & Operations (EPO) levy funds 25 percent of the total school budget and has been in place for 40 years. Traditionally it has supported full-day kindergarten for three schools that don’t qualify for state funding; class size reduction; additional support for students with disabilities; support for students learning English as a second language; general transportation for students within the school district; building maintenance and various athletics, clubs and school activities.

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• Sedro-Woolley’s local sales tax rate is 8.5 percent; compared to Seattle’s 9.5 percent.

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ith global companies such as the Skagit Corporation, Snelson, Rothenbuhler and Janicki Industries, Sedro-Woolley is home to the world’s leaders in composites, remote detonation and other innovations. Janicki Industries – founded by one of Sedro-Woolley’s pioneer families - is the area’s largest aerospace and technology firm and the biggest employer with over 600 employees. SedroWoolley’s innovation and technology sector is the fastest growing segment of local employment, accounting for 64 percent of all projected job growth. The Northern State campus is a 225-acre property owned by the state and managed by the Port of Skagit. It is being redeveloped into The Center for Innovation and Technology to accommodate research, development and other activities associated with technology and innovation. This redesign coincides

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he Sedro-Woolley school district is 395 square miles, has approximately 4,200 students being served at 11 sites: Good Beginnings pre-school, seven elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and one alternative small learning community high school. There are also several co-operative pre-schools.

School supply lists can be found on your child’s website homepage on the district website: www.swsd.k12.wa.us.

Transportation: If your student will be riding the bus please call the transportation office at 360-855-3504 before the start of the school year to confirm bus routes and pick-up/drop-off times and locations.

If you have questions about the free and/or reduced lunch price application please call the food services department at

research and development and also has a rural county B&O tax credit for new employees– Seattle (King County) and Tacoma (Pierce County) do not.

• Sedro-Woolley has lower industrial building lease rates and asking prices.

• Shovel-ready industrial and commercial buildings available.

• Sedro-Woolley is located outside of the NFIP Flood Zone.

• Fiber optic infrastructure in place.

• Fast permitting and low development impact fees.

• Experienced and talented labor pool.

Training programs available through Skagit Valley College.

• Abundance of subcontractors for manufacturers.

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nicely with the city’s STEM Network planning process. With Janicki Bioenergy – a world leader in sanitation technology - expected to be the center’s first tenant, it is anticipated that more than 1,000 STEM jobs could be located at the center within the next five years! For more information contact City Supervisor Eron Berg at (360) 855-1661 ext. 662 or Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Pola Kelley at (360) 855-1841.

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Job Corps Re-Opening!

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ob Corps will be re-opening in 2017 at The Center for Innovation and Technology. Medical and Information Technology programs will be offered to 300 disenfranchised youth from Washington, Oregon and Idaho between the ages of 16 and 21. With a focus on college enrollment preparation, students can stay at the site for up to three years; one year longer than traditional Job Corps sites. Chosen by the U.S. Department of Labor and Industries, the pilot program will be run by new vendor Adams & Associates using Joe Biden’s “Ready for Work” philosophy to prepare workers for available jobs.

This will be the only program of its kind in the county. The Sedro-Woolley school district will operate the training programs in partnership with Adams & Associates, as it did with the previous vendor. Please visit www.cascades.jobcorps.gov for more information.

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n any beautiful – or rainy – Wednesday afternoon from late May until mid-October, the Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market may be found in Hammer Heritage Square in downtown SedroWoolley. Founded in 2001 by a group of local farmers, businesspeople and citizens led by then-Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce Director Ken Cornett, the Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market quickly developed a loyal following as a lively and vibrant part of the community. Originally held outside the Feed Barn near the Iron Skillet restaurant, the Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market moved to Hammer Heritage Square in historic downtown Sedro-Woolley in 2006 where it has found a permanent home around (and sometimes inside) the gazebo.

The Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market is open from 3 p.m. -7 p.m. every Wednesday,

May 24, through October 18, 2017.

Purchase farm-fresh eggs, handcrafted jewelry, garden-cut flowers, tasty kettle corn, organic beef and pork, local produce and many other offerings. The market also features live music, cooking demonstrations using Farmers Market produce, children’s programs and gardening advice.

The Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market is a proud member of the Skagit Valley Farmers Market Coalition which is made up of Skagit County Farmers Markets to pool resources for shared marketing and outreach. Accepting cash, checks, debit cards and Food Stamps, the Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market is accessible to all. As a result of special grants obtained by the Market, Food Stamps are doubled onsite upon visiting the Market booth.

For 2017 vendor applications and more information please visit www. sedrowoolleyfarmersmarket.com.

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Skagit County Farms

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ith its rich soil and farming history, Skagit County is home to many hobby and commercial farms.

Apple Valley Orchard is a family-owned apple orchard that produces over 60 varieties of specialty apples, pears, wine grapes, honey and farm fresh cider. It is located at 8243 Sims Road in SedroWoolley. Call (360) 856-6986 for more information.

Cascadian Farm® produces one of the country’s leading brands of organic foods and its home is in a beautiful, working farm located in Sedro-Woolley on 106 Woodworth Street. Today the business has grown beyond the original farm and is recognized as a pioneer in converting conventional farms to organic. Visit www. cascadianfarm.com for more information.

Hoehn Bend Farm is a place for people from the city to stay and experience life on a small working farm. Nestled in a valley just 3.6 miles east of Sedro-Woolley, the farm is close to the North Cascades National Park and the Skagit River. The

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property sits on 30 acres and is home to a variety of animals including Dexter cattle, Shetland sheep, miniature donkeys, a potbellied pig, chickens and barn cats. For more information visit the farm’s website at http://farmstayskagit.com.

Jones Creek Farms is located at 32260 Burrese Road in Sedro-Woolley. A small, family-operated farm, it produces a variety of apples, pears, garlic, plums and pumpkins. The farm hosts an annual farm festival and school field trips. Visit www. skagitvalleyfruit.com for more information.

Justa Pleasure Farm is a horse stable that offers boarding, horseback riding lessons, summer horsemanship and special clinics. The 17-acre farm is located in Sedro-Woolley at 26045 Minkler Road.

Visit www.justapleasurefarm.com for more information.

Skagit River Ranch is a family-owned organic farm located along the Skagit River at 28778 Utopia Road in Sedro-Woolley.

It produces certified humane Wagyu beef, Angus beef, pork, chicken, turkey and eggs.

Visit www.skagitriverranch.com for more information.

Skagit Wineries

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ith growing conditions similar to France’s Loire Valley and the Northern Rhine Valley of Germany, Skagit County is home to an increasing number of wineries. Traditionally, most of Skagit’s winemakers imported grapes from Eastern Washington growers but many have begun growing estate varieties in Skagit soil.

White wine grapes such as Madeleine Angevine and Siegerrebe are known to grow well in Skagit’s mild climate, while Pinot Noir grapes are being grown at an increasing numbers of local vineyards.

The Skagit Valley grows 100 acres of wine grapes valued at more than $1 million, according to data from Washington State University.

Eagle Haven Winery began producing wines in 2003; they are located at 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. The winery produces fruit wines – blackberry, plum, apple, pear – and Siegerrebe, Madeleine Angevine, Rosé, Syrah, Sangiovese and Pinot Noir. Visit www.eaglehavenwinery. com for more information.

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he Sedro-Woolley Parks and Recreation Department takes great pride in maintaining the city’s park system, Union Cemetery and other open spaces.

The department provides maintenance and custodial services for the Municipal Building, Community Center, Senior Center, Public Library, Police and Fire facilities along with much of the roadside mowing within city limits and the maintenance of the beautiful flower baskets displayed around the city. The Parks & Recreation Supervisor is Nathan Salseina and the new Parks & Facilities Lead is Kevin Kesti.

For more information visit www. ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us/departments/ parks_and_recreation/

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iverfront Park is located on the south side of town at 1001 River Road.

The park features a river boat launch

with restrooms and a picnic table, an amphitheater, a covered picnic area, the Rotary shelter, a small and large shelter with barbeque pits, an RV park, more than 50 picnic tables (many with barbeque pits), little kids’ playground and an older kids’ playground with a zipline feature and four restrooms.

Sponsored by the City of Sedro-Woolley, the annual Easter Egg Hunt takes place the day before Easter at Riverfront Park. The 2018 event will be held on Saturday, March 31, at 1 p.m. All kids 12 and under are welcome to participate; the grassy area is divided into sections by age group to make it fun for everyone.

Memorial Park is located in the 700 Block of Pacific Street and houses the public library, the senior center and the community center. Memorial Park was dedicated in the 1950s to honor SedroWoolley’s veterans of the Spanish American War. It includes a playground, restroom,

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picnic shelter and an open space with a capacity of 50 people.

Lions Park is located to the north of the intersection of Haines Avenue and Highway 20. It is a small “pocket park” dedicated by the Sedro-Woolley Lions Club. It is mainly used as a picnic area for tourists who are crossing over the North Cascade Pass. Water, picnic tables and barbeque pits are available but there are no restrooms.

The Harry Osborne Park and Caboose is located south-east of the intersection of Cook Road and Highway 20. This park welcomes visitors and residents to SedroWoolley with the “Welcome to SedroWoolley” sign and an old steam train that was used by area loggers in the mountains surrounding the city. The park is named for longtime Sedro-Woolley resident Harry Osborne.

Bark Park is located across from Riverfront Park and is an area dedicated to

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leash-free exercise for dogs.

Bingham Park is located on the 400 block of Washington Street. The park was donated to the city by Sedro-Woolley pioneers and the Bingham family. It features a playground, restroom, picnic shelter, potable water, a BMX jumping course, five full RV hookups and a barbeque area that was built to honor longtime city resident and Rotarian Frederick Thompson. Capacity of 50 people.

Hammer Heritage Square

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ammer Heritage Square is located in downtown Sedro-Woolley on the northwest corner of Ferry and Metcalf streets. Dedicated in 2005, the square was a joint effort by the city, several service clubs and community members.

It includes a gazebo, clock tower, public restrooms, a waterfall and mural. It serves as a town square, the home of the city’s farmer’s market and memorial area for Sedro-Woolley residents past and present; inscribed bricks line the walkway.

The square is named for the property’s original owner, Wyman Hammer, whose family donated the space to the city. View downtown from the city’s HammerCam at www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us.

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he Riverfront Park RV Park has 28 spots with power and water, plus 10 tent spaces with water and sheltered restrooms nearby.

Bingham Park has five spots with full hookups.

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esarik Little League Field (once the Babe Ruth style Metcalf Ballfield) has plenty of bleachers for spectators and there are future plans for increased amenities, including lights. The field is located in the northwest corner of the skate park, near the basketball court between Metcalf and Munro streets.

There are two outdoor basketball courts. The first is located next to the skate park and Tesarik Field between Metcalf and Munro streets and the second is at Riverfront Park.

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Located off of Rhodes Road on a nearly 10-acre site, Winnie Houser Park is home to Sedro-Woolley Youth Soccer.

Formally opened on October 13, 2012, the Sedro-Woolley Skate Park attracts skaters from all over the region. It is located next to Tesarik Field and the basketball court between Metcalf and Munro Streets. Local youth participated in the planning phase of the project before construction began in July 2012. The park was built as a safe recreation space for youth with the support of the SedroWoolley Rotary Club and then president and retired Police Chief, Doug Wood. The Rotary Club raised $200,000 in funding and members donated their time, labor, equipment and supplies to get the park built on schedule and within budget. Other large contributors were the McIntyre Foundation and the City of Sedro-Woolley but there were many other businesses, foundations and individuals who made donations.

There is an annual Skate Park Competition, held the second Saturday in September – September 9, 2017. The Regional competition is at the SedroWoolley Skate Park after preliminary competitions are held at neighboring city parks. Local high-school students compete and a professional skating team comes to exhibit and judge tricks and form. Parents can seek what is happening at the skate park live anytime at www.swskatepark.com.

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edro-Woolley is home to over 100 miles of trails.

The Northern State Recreation Area (NSRA) is located on the eastern edge of the urban growth area of Sedro-Woolley in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains - north of Highway 20 on Helmick Road.

The area is a 726-acre portion of land purchased from the State of Washington in 1991 for the purpose of developing a major regional recreation facility for the citizens of Skagit County and those wishing to visit the area. For more information visit www. skagitcounty.net.

The Cumberland Creek Interpretive Trail is two miles long and family-friendly.

Hike or bird along the shores and in the forest; there are several wood duck boxes along the oxbow pond. It is located at 34183 South Skagit Highway. Visit Skagit Land Trust at www.skagitlandtrust.org for more information.

The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail is an impressive 1,200 miles; it is ranked among the most scenic trails in the world. Along the way you will see Rocky Mountains, Selkirk Mountains, Pasayten Wilderness, North Cascades, Olympic Mountains and Wilderness Coast. The trail crosses three national parks and seven national forests. Visit the Pacific Northwest Trail Association at www.pnt.org for more information. skagitvisitor.com

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oolley Trail Runs takes advantage of the beautiful trails in the area including Baker Lake and the Oyster Dome, hosting annual running events in February. For more information visit Skagit Ultra Runners at www. skagitultrarunners.com/woolley-runs/.

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he Cascade Trail is a 22.5-mile rail trail that follows the abandoned Burlington Northern grade connecting the towns of Sedro-Woolley and Concrete. It can be accessed from three trailheads off of the North Cascades Highway; parking is available in many spaces along Highway 20. Visit the Washington Trails Association at www.wta.org for more information.

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kagit County is home to six golf courses, all offering their own version of Northwest Washington beauty and ranging from 9 to 27 holes.

The Gateway Golf Course is a public course: 9 holes covering 3,050 yards with a par of 36.

Address: 1288 Fruitdale Road Phone: (425) 633-6547 www.gatewaygolfandrestaurant.com

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hether you prefer to fish the ocean, rivers or lakes; Skagit County has it all.

Numerous alpine lakes dot the landscape of the North Cascades. On the ocean, saltwater species include lingcod, halibut and salmon.

All five species of salmon – Chinook, Coho, Sockeye, Chum and Pink – can be caught in local rivers and bays. Trout species such as steelhead, rainbow, cutthroat, brown and brook can be fished in numerous lakes and

rivers, while warm water species, including large and small-mouth bass, perch, crappie and bluegill are also available.

Check state regulations on fishing seasons and public access before casting your rod.

Most sporting goods stores carry the free booklet with detailed regulations called “Fishing in Washington” – be sure to pick up a current copy. The booklet also contains handy tips on gear, tactics and where fish are biting. Note that anglers aged 15 and over need a Washington State fishing license, also available at many sporting goods stores.

Visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website at www.wdfw.wa.gov to check for emergency closures and other information.

See Chamber Events for details about the Kids’ Fishing Derby on Northern State Pond, held annually in May. Riverfront Park, located on the south side of town at 1001 River Road, features a river boat launch and public restrooms.

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elebrating its 25th anniversary in summer 2017, the Sedro-Woolley museum is a cherished resource for international visitors and Sedro-Woolley residents alike. The organization enjoys broad local support; most items on display were donated by members of the community and the museum is operated by an all-volunteer staff. In October 2016, Patty Boettcher took over as president while long-time museum President Carolyn Freeman assumed the roles of executive director and treasurer. Patty was a loyal skagitvisitor.com

museum volunteer for more than ten years before joining the board in 2013 which led to her transition to president.

The Sedro-Woolley Museum celebrates the city’s frontier history, boasting several set exhibits including a re-creation of a frontier town with a barn and a main street with post office, jail, newspaper office and dental office. There are displays with old machines and equipment, logging exhibits, a tribute to community military members and pictures of the infamous bank robbery of 1914. Volunteers are working on a new

exhibit about Skagit steel and iron workers.

The museum continues its process of converting the library into a research library; all books and newspapers will be catalogued so that information about Sedro-Woolley’s history can be accessed more easily. The gift shop sells books from local authors, local artwork on consignment, plus dolls, toys and books donated by community members. There are good deals to be found such as quilting books for $10.

The museum’s annual membership drive is in January but people are welcome to join in person or online throughout the year. There is also a model railroad setup all year that runs fully on special occasions.

The annual model railroad open house in February attracts local railroad enthusiasts.

Upcoming Featured Events 25th Anniversary Open House: August 19, 2017 Come celebrate the Sedro-Woolley Museum’s 25th Anniversary with an open house. Contact the museum for event details.

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Founders’ Day Weekend: September 9 and 10, 2017 Originally created as a family-friendly fundraiser for the Sedro-Woolley Museum and nicknamed the “the big car-show at the park,” Founders’ Day has come a long way since its debut in 1994. Visit www.sedrowoolleymuseum.com for more information.

Saturday, September 9: The SedroWoolley Museum will celebrate The Magic of Lantern Slide from 1914 with an open house from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 10: Sponsored by the Modified Lifestyles club and the Sedro-Woolley Museum, the Classic Car Show will be held at Riverfront Park, at the Skagit River, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show features about 350 cars from British Columbia to Seattle, depending on the weather. Cars start arriving at 8 a.m. for registration.

The community picnic is a SedroWoolley Museum fundraiser, held at Riverfront Park from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lunch can be purchased for $5 and includes a hot dog, chips, brownie and a

drink. Check in on the day of the picnic to see if there will be kids’ games and activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Visit the Spirits: October 13-14, 2017 Actor and paranormal investigator Chad Lindberg will return for a discussion about visiting the spirits at the museum. Contact the Sedro-Woolley Museum for time and tickets.

Holiday Home Tour: December 9, 2017 The Holiday Home Tour is the SedroWoolley Museum’s main annual fundraiser and it’s back for 2017! The event was started in 1988 and then occurred every two years until 1994 when it began running every year. The event falls on the second Saturday in December making the 2017 date Saturday, December 9. Tickets are $5 and can be pre-purchased at the museum and the Oliver-Hammer Clothes Shop after Thanksgiving. The evening starts with an open house at the museum at 4 p.m. where maps with addresses will be handed out for the self-guided tour. The event typically draws about 300 participants who drive or walk to see the inside and out of six to

eight local, heritage houses decorated for Christmas between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Dress for winter weather and bring a flashlight.

Contact Information Website: www.sedro-woolleymuseum.com Address: 725 Murdock St., SedroWoolley, WA 98284 Phone: 360-855-2390 E-mail: swmuseum@comcast.net Hours: Noon - 4 p.m. Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Thursday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday Other times by appointment

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Calendar of Events - June 2017-May 2018 June 2017 June 2-4, 2017

Blast from the Past Weekend Hop back in time to 1967 at this fun event in downtown Sedro-Woolley. The beer garden is coming back. NEW this year is the familyfriendly color run on Saturday morning. Call the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce at 360-855-1841 or visit www.sedro-woolley. com for more information.

June 30-July 4, 2017

Loggerodeo

Washington State’s oldest continuous Fourth of July Celebration features a world-class chainsaw carving competition, a carnival and so much more. Call the Loggerodeo office at 360-770-8452 or visit www.loggerodeo.org for more information.

July 2017 July 14-16, 2017

Blast of Birds Quilt Show The 2017 Woolley Fiber Quilters show is moving to Cascade Middle School. Visit http://woolleyfiberquilters.blogspot.com/ for more information.

September 2017 September 9-10, 2017

Founders’ Day

Celebrate Sedro-Woolley’s history with this museum sponsored event. Museum open house between 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to celebrate The Magic of Lantern Slide from 1914. Call the Sedro-Woolley Museum at 360 855-2390 or visit www.sedrowoolleymuseum.com for more information.

September 9, 2017

Annual Skate Park Competition This regional competition is held the second Saturday of September each year and features a competition among area high school students. A professional skating team comes to exhibit and judge tricks and form. Call Sedro-Woolley City Hall at 360-855-1661 or visit www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us for more information.

October 2017 October 31, 2017, 4:30 p.m.

Children’s Halloween Parade Local kids parade in downtown SedroWoolley then trick-or-treat participating merchants. Call the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce at 360-855-1841 or visit www. sedro-woolley.com for more information.

December 2017 December 2, 2017, 3 p.m.

Sedro-Whoolleyville Presents the Magic of Christmas Celebrate the season with a giant tree lighting, the Santa Parade, and train and pony rides in downtown Sedro-Woolley. Call the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce at 360855-1841 or visit www.sedro-woolley.com for more information.

December 9, 2017, 9 a.m.

Santa Breakfast

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Calendar of Events - June 2017-May 2018 Sigma Phi; money raised goes to support community kids’ activities. Kids eat free and get free Santa pictures too. Call the SedroWoolley Chamber of Commerce at 360-8551841 or visit www.sedro-woolley.com for more information.

December 9, 2017, 4 p.m.

Holiday Home Tour The Sedro-Woolley Museum’s main annual fundraiser starts with an open house at the museum where maps are handed out for the self-guided tour of six to eight local, heritage houses decorated for Christmas. Call the Sedro-Woolley Museum at 360-855-2390 or visit www.sedro-woolleymuseum.com for more information.

January 2018 January, 2018

Sedro-Woolley Museum Membership Drive Call the Sedro-Woolley Museum at 360-8552390 or visit www.sedro-woolleymuseum. com for more information.

February 2018 February, 2018

Sedro-Woolley Museum Model Railroad Open House Call the Sedro-Woolley Museum at 360-8552390 or visit www.sedro-woolleymuseum. com for more information.

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April, 2018

Woolley Runs consists of three runs: The Baker Lake 50K, a Half Marathon and Full Marathon. All three runs are out and back with a few road crossings. Visit skagitultrarunners.com/woolley-runs/ for date, time and details.

A sanctioned Tulip Festival event, SedroWoolley honors its logging history with the wood products and carvings of local high school and professional wood carvers.

Products are available for sale. Call the SedroWoolley Chamber of Commerce at 360-8551841 or visit www.sedro-woolley.com for 2018 dates and location.

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March 2018 March 31, 2018, 1 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt Sponsored by the City of Sedro-Woolley, the annual Easter Egg Hunt takes place the day before Easter at Riverfront Park. All kids 12 and under are welcome to participate; the grassy area is divided into sections by age group to make it fun for everyone. Call Sedro-Woolley City Hall at 360-855-1661 or visit www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us for more information.

April 2018 April 1, 2018, early registration begins:

United General Hospital “Trek for Treasure” “Trek for Treasure” is six summer hiking adventures throughout Skagit County and the surrounding area with teams of two or more people. Complete all six hikes, collect the clues at the end of each hike and locate the treasure! Early registration for the United General Hospital Fitness Center’s “Trek for Treasure” runs April 1-May 24. For more information visit www.trekfortreasure.org or call the Fitness Center at 360-854-0247.

May 2018 May 5, 2018, 7 a.m. check in

Kids’ Fishing Derby

Sponsored by The Wildcat Steelhead Club, the Kids’ Fishing Derby takes place at Northern State Pond. All kids 14 and under are welcome. Call the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce at 360-855-1841 or visit www. sedro-woolley.com for more information.

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Loggerodeo June 30-July 4, 2017

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he world-famous Loggerodeo is Sedro-Woolley’s official Fourth of July festivities; Independence Day festivities have been running since 1886, making it the oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration in the state. It received its name in 1948 after a local naming contest.

Events for the 2017 Loggerodeo will take place over five days from June 30 through July 4. Bring the whole family, young and old! Welcome Dottie Chandler who took over the reins from Jeanne Mclennan as president of the Loggerodeo this year. The Loggerodeo wishes to thank Jeanne who did an outstanding job for many years.

Loggerodeo contact information: Website: www.loggerodeo.org E-mail: sedrowoolleyloggerodeo@ frontier.com Phone: 360-770-8452 Event applications can be found on loggerodeo.org under applications. Two ways to turn them in: Mail to P.O. Box 712, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 Drop them off at the NEW Loggerodeo office: 727 Murdock St. Unit B. (above the museum)

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avis Shows Northwest produces the family-friendly carnival which runs June 30 through July 4 at the Riverfront Park on the south edge of town. There is a special “kiddie section” and new rides every year. Unlimited ride carnival bracelets are $25 per person, per day.

Tickets can also be purchased for a single ride. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Loggerodeo. The carnival bracelet pre-sale for $20 and Loggerodeo T-shirt sale for $15 will be held at the new Loggerodeo Headquarters above the museum. Brand new design for this year’s shirts! The presale begins during the Blast from the Past event on June 2 and runs through June 29.

Last year’s T-shirts will be $10.

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he tradition continues in the “chainsaw carving capital of Washington!” Started in 1996 by Rocky McArthur, the Chainsaw Carving Competition has evolved into the premier carving event of the Northwest. The 2017 Loggerodeo has once again assembled some of the finest carvers for the Chainsaw Carving Championships. Held in downtown Sedro-Woolley at the corner of Murdock and State streets during the Loggerodeo, this event has proven to be a stand-out crowd pleaser year after year. Fourteen awardwinning carvers from around the world will go head to head to be crowned the “best of the best.” Working with beautiful six to eight foot cedar logs, the competitors will square off at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 1, with quick carves and auctions running daily through Tuesday, July 4. Folks will have a chance to see carvings made from start to finished product and then bid on their favorites at the auctions. A portion of the auction proceeds goes to fund and support the Loggerodeo that sponsors this fun, exciting event.

The quick carves will be held July 1-3 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. with daily auctions at 5 p.m. Tuesday’s quick carve is scheduled from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Log competition carving hours are July 1-3 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4. On July 4, don’t miss the log competition judging at 1:30 p.m., the auction at 3

p.m., followed immediately by the awards ceremony. Help crown a “People’s Choice” winner and join in the celebration for this year’s winners. George Kenny returns as master of ceremonies and auctioneer, always a crowd favorite.

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he Grand Parade is generously sponsored by Pat Rimmer Les Schwab Tires of Sedro-Woolley and organized by the Sedro-Woolley Lions Club who is celebrating 80 years of service to their community this year. The parade begins at 11 a.m. on July 4; it starts on the corner of Third and State streets, turns left on State Street, right on Metcalf, right on Ferry and then right on Township; ending at the intersection of Township and State. Ten thousand spectators come out to view the parade (which is almost the population of Sedro-Woolley)! There are approximately 140 entries every year including marching units, horses, logging trucks, community entries, youth entries, antique trucks and cars and many others. Grand Marshal for the parade will be Gerald Chandler of the Sedro-Woolley Fire Department. Download application forms on www.loggerodeo.org.

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is held at Riverfront Park at dusk on July Fourth, sponsored by the Loggerodeo.

There is ample parking and room in the park to enjoy the spectacular show.

Fireworks are provided by Western Display Fireworks of Camby, Oregon.

Come early to picnic or tailgate in the parking lot across from the park. Support the Steel Claw Wrestling Club or Beta Club through their burger stands.

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Organized by Brett Sandstrom, the 2017 event will be on Sunday, July 2, at 1 p.m. in front of the Sedro-Woolley museum. Hand-designed buttons will be passed out to contestants and a few lucky spectators before the show. Come to see a great selection of beards and prizes for surprise categories.

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ecorate your home or business for the Fourth of July! About a dozen houses and a handful of businesses participate in the contest each year, decorating their home or business in red, white and blue for this patriotic-themed decorating contest.

Businesses compete in two categories: Main Street Window Decorating and Off of Metcalf Building Decorating. A panel of local judges will rank the homes and businesses for best use of patriotic colors; awarding gift certificates for first, second and third places. Winners are announced on the Loggerodeo website. Judging will be Friday, June 30, from 10 a.m. to noon. Download your application form on loggerodeo.org and mail to P.O. Box 712, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 or drop off at the new Loggerodeo office above the museum by Sunday, June 25. Call the Loggerodeo at 360-770-8452 for more information.

GOOD JOBS FOR OUR COMMUNITY Since 1964

DID YOU kNOw? Sedro-woolley is located in Skagit Port District 3, represented by Commissioner Bill Shuler.

Approximately 200 people who live in Port District 3 are employed by businesses located on Port of Skagit property.

wANT TO leARN MORe? The public is welcome at meetings of the Port Commission. Regularly scheduled commission business meetings take place on the second Tuesday of each month. Sessions start at 3 p.m. in the commission hearing room at 15400 Airport Drive, Burlington, WA 98233.

Agendas are posted at www.portofskagit.com/ port-meeting-notes/ prior to each meeting.

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The “People Helping People� Classic Car Show: The Sedro-Woolley Eagles Club will host a classic car show on Sunday, July 2 from noon to 6 p.m. Registration is at 11 a.m. and costs only $20. The show will shut down south Metcalf Street from State Street. There will be music, prizes awarded by independent judges, plus a 50/50 drawing and raffle tickets. Complementing the show will be a barbeque in the Eagles Club parking lot at 1000 Metcalf Street with hamburgers, hot dogs and french fries.

Barbeque in the Parking Lot: The Sedro-Woolley Eagles Club will host a barbeque in their parking lot at 1000 Metcalf Street starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 4. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and more with all profits going to the Sedro-Woolley Boys and Girls Club.

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ocal world champions compete in this fast-paced, adrenaline pumping logging show! The Greg Bisbey Logging Exhibition is the longest running Loggerodeo celebration competition in the U.S.; it’s been going for more than 30 years! There will be two show times: July 3 at 2 p.m. and after the Grand Parade on July 4 at 2 p.m. Both shows will be in the vacant lot on the corner of Walley and Warner streets, across from Wood’s Logging Supply. Loggers will utilize the log rolling pond, built for the show in 2014. Thank you to the Sedro-Woolley Masonic Lodge for the use of their lot! The competitors include Sedro-Woolley High School students and professional loggers who showcase a “day in the woods.” Both vintage and modern tools are used in the 45 minute display. Competitions have two or more people and include choker setting, axe throwing, speed climbing with spurs and belt and hot chainsaw bucking. A variety of saws will be used including the V8 that

cuts through a 30” log in two seconds, hot saws, chainsaws and manual cross cut saws.

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on’t miss the 83rd annual SedroWoolley Rodeo! The rodeo is sanctioned by Pro-West, hosted by the Sedro-Woolley Riding Club and sponsored by local businesses. The Pro-West association has about 600 members and prides itself on an exciting show filled with courageous cowboys and cowgirls and the best livestock around. The Sedro-Woolley Riding Club is thrilled to welcome back the Skagit Rein Riders Drill Team and the Skagit County Mounted Shooters. The show takes place at the rodeo grounds on Polte Road. Featured events include grand entry, stick pony races, steer wrestling, tiedown roping, breakaway roping, bareback riding, ranch saddle bronc riding, bull riding and more. Knut Bell will perform the national anthem before each show. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors, children and active military members. Visit www.sedrowoolleyrodeo.com for more information.

July 3: Tough Enough to Wear Pink Stick Pony Races at 5:30 p.m. and Rodeo at 6 p.m. Stick around for the Knut Bell “Dancing in the Dirt” concert after the show! We will be passing the boot to and donate the proceeds to Skagit Valley hospitals and medical centers to support treatment and breast cancer research.

July 4: Slack at 8 a.m. and Rodeo at 2 p.m.

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eturning this year is the Arts & Crafts Fair at Riverfront Park! June 30 through July 4 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Download your application form on www.loggerodeo. org and mail to P.O. Box 712, SedroWoolley, WA 98284 or drop off at the new Loggerodeo office above the museum by Friday, June 30. Contact the Loggerodeo at 360-770-8452 for more information.

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he 40th annual Rotary Footrace will be held Tuesday, July 4, at 9:30 a.m. sharp.

Check-in and same day registration are 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the parking lot in front of at the Sedro-Woolley High School gym.

Cost is $25; shirts are $10 while supplies last. Ages 14 and under and 70 and over are free (t-shirt not included), but must register day-of-race and receive a race number.

Pre-registration: Cost is $25 including shirt. Visit loggerodeo.org or sedrowoolleyfootrace.com for the registration form. If you want a t-shirt we

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Parking is available on the south side of the high school athletic field to avoid conflicts with parade activities. Please do not park in the gym parking lot.

For additional Information visit www. sedrowoolleyfootrace.com.

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recommend pre-registering and taking your entry form to the Chamber of Commerce office by 5 p.m., Friday, June 30, to pick up your shirt. You can also mail or drop off registration forms to the Janicki Logging office located at 103 N. Township St. by Saturday, July 1.

The 5.17-Mile Race and 2-Mile Fun Run/ Walk are sponsored by the Loggerodeo, Sedro-Woolley Rotary and Skagit Runners.

This accurately-measured and well-policed race attracts almost 700 participants and travels along the Fourth of July Grand Parade route.

he Kiddie Parade is for kids 12 and under; it’s a great opportunity to celebrate the creativity of the city’s youth.

The parade will take place on Saturday, July 1 at 6 p.m. Judging will be handled by a community panel between 5:15 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. The parade lineup starts at Lemley Chapel then goes down Metcalf Street, turns right on Ferry Street, then right on Murdock Street where the kids stop at the legion and the ladies hand out ice cream bars. Parade categories include everything from decorated bicycles to logging. Please see www.loggerodeo.org for entry rules and to download your parade application. Same day registrants are welcome.

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ounded in 1914, the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce was formed to promote social gatherings as well as a healthy business climate for its members and the community. Today the chamber works to pursue these goals by fulfilling its mission: “Provide Leadership to Grow a Thriving Local Economy,” and its vision: “Establish partnerships and communication with the city, businesses and the community.” Membership includes retailers, wholesalers, service industries, manufacturers, industrial parks, banks, churches, nonprofit organizations and individuals. NEW: the chamber is now selling WA State hunting and fishing licenses and Discover Passes. For more information please visit www.sedrowoolley.com or the chamber’s Facebook page. Contact Pola Kelley, the chamber’s Executive Director, at 360-855-1841, director@sedro-woolley.com or come by and visit in person at the chamber office on 810 Metcalf St.

Blast from the Past Weekend: June 2-4, 2017

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he chamber has worked hard to make this the best Blast from the Past ever by combining fresh, new activities with the traditional elements that make Blast what it is. The weekend will feature free

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family fun celebrating 1967 (50 years ago) with food, a color fun-run, music, cars and kids’ activities. Events are held downtown Sedro-Woolley. Visit www.sedro-woolley. com for craft and food vendor application forms and more information. Visit “Blast from the Past Sedro-Woolley” on Facebook for pictures of past events.

The arts, crafts, food fair and sidewalk sale will run Friday through Sunday between State and Ferry streets on Metcalf Street.

Friday, June 2, noon - 7 p.m.: Downtown business employees dress up in vintage clothes and judges from the chamber of commerce will choose winners based on their resemblance to the 1967 theme. Judges are looking for creativity and authenticity and hoping for some fresh faces - let’s see who wins this year! Winners will get their name and picture in the Courier-Times.

Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.: New! Blast of Color 5K Family Fun Run/Walk. The lineup will start near the parking lot of the old True Value Store at 9 a.m. The run/walk will start at 10 a.m. Cost is $15 and includes a white t-shirt, an 80 gram bag of color (more will be available for purchase at the event), a pair of

sunglasses and a run bib. Participants can pick up race paraphernalia at the chamber the day before to avoid standing in line the day of the race. Any children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult participant. While the fun run won’t be officially timed, a clock will be available for those who want to know their time. The event will end at Hammer Heritage Square where several fun events are planned including hula hoop, pie eating and jump rope contests. Last year’s jump rope contest was won by City Manager Eron Berg who beat out returning favorites and not one, but two mayors to take the title. Preregister at https://www.databarevents.com/ blastofcolor5k.

The motorcycle show, sponsored

by Harley Davidson, will ride down Woodworth Street from the SedroWoolley Post Office to the Museum from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Enjoy festive live country music at the annual Street Dance. The Woolley Market Beer Garden, hosted by Vic’s 66 will be open from 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Sunday, June 4, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Visit the open-house at the SedroWoolley Museum from noon to 2:30 p.m.

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Family and run by the Modified Lifestyles Club, the Classic Car Show will run from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Registration is at 9 a.m. The cars will lineup on Woodworth between Murdock and Eastern streets.

Enjoy festive live music by Eric Thompson and the Woolley Market Beer Garden, hosted by Vic’s 66 from 10 a.m.

- 2 p.m.

Children’s Halloween Parade: October 31, 2017

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he 2017 Children’s Halloween Parade will be held Tuesday, October 31, at 4:30 p.m.; it starts in the parking lot just south of Wells Fargo Bank and heads north to Ferry Street. After the parade, kids can walk back down the sidewalks to trick-ortreat participating merchants.

Sedro-Whoolleyville Presents the Magic of Christmas: December 2, 2017 Don’t miss Sedro-Whoolleyville’s the Magic of Christmas event: it is good oldfashioned family fun! The festivities take place the first Saturday in December. On Saturday, December 2, 2017, Metcalf Street will be shut down at 2 p.m., events start at 3 p.m. Make sure to keep an eye out for the Grinch! For more information visit www.sedro-woolley.com or the SedroWhoolleyville page on Facebook.

3 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.: There will be free pony rides from Lang’s Horse and Pony Farm and mini-train rides on Metcalf Street. Activities are sponsored by local merchants.

The Sedro-Woolley Community Fellowship Hall at 817 Metcalf Street will have face painting, a craft bazaar featuring merchants from the farmer’s market and a Boy’s and Girl’s Club booth where kids can make ornaments for free.

5 p.m.: The tree lighting ceremony takes place in the town center on Metcalf and Woodworth streets. The Cascade Middle School choir forms a circle around the tree and sings “Welcome Christmas” from Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”

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which child gets to flick the ceremonial switch to turn on the tree lights. Visit local merchants the week before the lighting to enter the drawing.

Once the tree is lit, the Santa Parade begins. The parade lines up by Lemley Chapel with a well-lit fire engine leading the way. The line-up features 30 to 40 entries including high-school and middleschool bands and wraps up with Santa.

The bands play all Christmas music and every person, float or vehicle must be lit up in lights! Dr. Seuss themed costumes are encouraged. The parade line-up walks down Metcalf, turns right on Ferry, right on Murdock, right on State, then left on Third and back to Lemley Chapel. Bring handwarmers and dress for the cold. There will be cash prizes for parade winners.

Right after the parade kids can meet Santa at Eagles Hall on 1000 Metcalf Street. Hot beverages will be available.

Santa Breakfast: December 9, 2017

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he Santa Breakfast will be at the Community Center (703 Pacific Street) on Saturday, December 9, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The breakfast is sponsored and run by Beta Sigma Phi; money raised goes to support community kids’ activities.

The menu includes french toast or pancakes, sausage, fruit, coffee and juice.

The price is free for kids and adults are by donation. Kids get a free toy stocking, candy cane and visit with Santa. Free Santa pictures will be available; prints are picked up at the Chamber of Commerce.

Woodfest: April, 2018

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oodfest was traditionally held the first weekend in April but a change is coming for 2018 – please contact the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce for 2018 dates and location. Times will remain the same: Saturday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Woodfest is a sanctioned Tulip Festival Event: it is a part of the Skagit Valley Tulip festival but Sedro-Woolley honors its logging history by focusing the celebration on wood products and carving. The festival aims to bring in a variety of vendors and display booths from chainsaw carvers, wood turners, traditional carvers, wood crafters, artisans and educational exhibits. Approximately 25 students from Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Kamiak and the Northwest Career and Technical Center at Meridian exhibit their work and compete against each other’s wood-working creations at Sedro-Woolley High School or Cascade Middle School.

Alumni are also welcome to return and exhibit their work. The students carve tables, chess boards, bird feeders and more then sell their wood creations through auction. Many years there are wood working demonstrations and chainsaw carvings by the Northwest Washington Wood Turners and the Northwest Corner Woodworkers Association. The Wood Turners award one student with a handmade wooden plane; other prizes are donated by local merchants. For more information visit the Woodfest SedroWoolley page on Facebook.

Kids’ Fishing Derby: May, 5, 2018

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ponsored by The Wildcat Steelhead Club, the Kids’ Fishing Derby takes place the first Saturday in May at Northern State Pond. The 2018 date will be Saturday, May 5. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the derby runs from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. All kids 14 and under are welcome. Bring your bait and fishing gear! Prizes will be awarded!

Please carpool due to very limited parking.

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