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ON TRACK with Jim Freeman

First things first.

This column is being written while loaded.

Loaded on Jimmy Dean's “Loaded Potato Breakfast Bowl.”

According to the back of the box, getting loaded with Jimmy Dean is “a bold and delicious way to jump start your day.”

There is no indication regarding which season on “the seasoned red potatoes.” I'm thinking more baseball than football or basketball, but that is just my preferential prejudice.

By the way, pitchers and catchers report in less than two weeks. Get your glove ready.

Catch is on the way.

Back to the bowl. I love how the loaded potato breakfast bowl lists the ingredients in real small black print on red cardboard packaging so nobody over forty can read the list of chemicals.

How loaded will I get later? I may just be coming on to the succinic acid. Surely this savory succinic will jump start my day, but where will I land?

With only 1580 grams of sodium, or 66% of my daily maximum, why worry about the 225 milligrams of cholesterol? With 75% of my daily value handled, my mouth-watering, water-seeking mouth will be floating in saturated fats.

It surely is about time for some more fat. I was beginning to look like Olive Oyl's cousin, Motor.

Now that I have completed these 430 loaded potato bowl calories, and having run the 440 in high school and college, I am up to 770, the AM station that carries the Mariner games when ESPN preempts on 710 KIRO. Can you tell I am excited about baseball?

Quote of last week A tip of the conductor's hat to veteran sportswriter Art Thiel for his recent great column about Edgar Martinez. Mr. Thiel, long a fave of us readers of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, is co-founder of sportspressnw.com. I enjoy his writings weekly in The Daily Herald, along with those of Andrea Brown and Ben Watanabe.

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3. Enjoying the SWHS band rock the rafters with great music. There is nothing quite like hearing the pulsating rhythms of My Sharona, Paint it Black, Hawaii Five-O, and Stray Cat Strut at full volume while sitting on vibratory bleachers. Correct that. Standing on bleachers. The students are not allowed to sit.

4. Seated by the doorway, on the third row of the bleachers, inhaling the wafting fumes of popcorn and Polish dogs.

5. Watching senior guard Lewis Pope #15 shoot his jump shot, from anywhere. LP has the same smooth touch we saw in Hank Aaron's swing, Barry Sanders running, or Perry Como's singing.

6. Anticipating the next incredible drive by junior guard Kody Newman #3. Move over John Stockton. Kody drives to the bucket better than any high school driving instructor. Rumor was our driving instructor at Oil City Senior High used to have a flask in the glove box in case he got nervous while we kids tried not to hit curbs. No wonder Mr. Lynch sat on that side of the car. Easy access.

7. Hearing the dulcet tones of hometown hero Mike McInerney as he announced the game over the PA, and watching Pat Nostrand and Mary Ann Davis still sharing their scoring skills with the Falcons' score book and score clock. Those three Falcon boosters have nested a combined total of years of support for our community greater than the number of known giggles at Google.

For the full effect of boundless energy within four walls, a floor, and a high ceiling, arrive by 5pm to enjoy the JV game. You'll get your money's worth as soon as you hear the first whistle. Wear tennis shoes so you can squeak with your mouth closed, going and coming.

Miller Light Orcas Island's internationally loved Warren Miller gave the snow skiing soothsayers six decades of film documentaries about his passion. When I lived and worked in Bend, Oregon in the seventies, Warren would come to the Tower Theatre to introduce his annual ski film to the Mt. Bachelor season pass holders and us wannabes. Warren seemed to love people even more than skiing.

Sunday's Daily Herald ran a great Warren Miller quote – “I really believe in my heart that the first run you make on a pair of skis is your first taste of total freedom, the first time in your life that you could go anywhere that your adrenaline would let you go.”

In last Thursday's, January 25 issue, Thiel was discussing the whys and what-ifs of Edgar being admitted to the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, and of Edgar's reaction to not being admitted in the class of 2018.

Not knowing much about snow skiing until I broke my legs learning, I must say my first taste of freedom came on my twenty-first birthday, at Shelby's Tavern, in Liberty, Missouri. Liberty and freedom unite.

“Naturally, Martinez took the disappointing news with his usual equanimity and grace. To expect him to have an outburst would be so out of character, I would more readily expect Nick Saban to go to a Halloween party as Pee Wee Herman.”

For the first time ever, I did not need to use my fake ID to buy a beer. Now that's the taste of freedom.

We can only hope, Mr. Thiel.

To b-ball or not to b-ball No matter what Hamlet spouts, try to get to a high school basketball game before it is too late. Tonight, if you are reading this January 31, the South Whidbey Falcons will conclude their regular home season in a 6:45pm game against Granite Falls.

Given what I saw last Friday night when the Falcons rallied in the 4th quarter to defeat Cedar Park Christian from Bothell 75-71, the Granite Falls fleet-footed shall fall. No one will be hurt. Everyone will have fun.

High school basketball is about fun. Last week's highlights include but are not limited to my observations from the student section.

1. Watching the South Whidbey Falcon mascot walk from the concession stand to the front row of the bleachers with a Dr. Pepper in the left hand and a hamburger in the right. No TSA needed. Falcon mascots with braided pony tails explode with school spirit and rockin' enthusiasm.

2. Seeing Mr. Chris Harshman, band director extraordinaire, in a baseball hat.

Hoppy'ed up My clarinet playing pal Rodger from Grandview, Ohio, just sent me his quarterly envelope of fun. This quarter's gifts of gab include the bus route info for route #13 in Columbus, a flyer about the John Ford film fest, the Walking Tour map of Cambridge, Ohio, and, an Eddie Shields drum roll, please, the flyer for the Hopalong Cassidy Trail, in and around Cambridge, and Guernsey County.

Hoppy, or William Lawrence Boyd, was born June 5, 1895, in Hendrysburg, Ohio, moving to Cambridge in the early 1900's, attending school there for seven years.

Hoppy married Grace Bradley on his birthday in 1937. Is there a better way to remember your wedding anniversary than to get married on your birthday? 1937 was also the year Hoppy purchased Topper.

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Bits & Pieces regulars including Jim Carroll, Suzanne Kelman, Martha Murphy and Jimmy Scullin. Director Melinda Mack says, “Aladdin is a great show for kids, and for adults who’ve had a few glasses of wine.”

Force Protection and Security Exercise Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, along with Commander Navy Region Northwest and other Navy bases in the Puget Sound and Seattle area will participate in an annual security readiness exercise, Solid Curtain - Citadel Shield (SC-CS18), from January 29 through February 9, 2018.

During the SC-CS18 exercise, installation personnel and the surrounding local area community may see increased travel times traveling to and from installations. Installation personnel, contractors, visitors and retirees should be flexible with their scheduling of meetings and appointments during the exercise. Local area residents may also see increased military activity and possible traffic and pedestrian congestion, associated with the exercise, near military facilities.

The Navy routinely conducts this type of security exercise to ensure readiness and verify response procedures.

Exercise SC-CS18 is a Force Protection and Anti-Terrorism exercise being conducted by Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFF) and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) on all Navy installations in the continental United States. The annual exercise uses realistic scenarios to ensure U.S. Navy Security Forces maintain a high level of readiness to respond to changing and dynamic threats.

For more information, please contact the NAS Whidbey Island Public Affairs Office at (360) 257-2286.

[Submitted by Thomas Mills, NAS Whidbey Island]

Never Too Late Productions Presents ‘Aladdin’ at OutCast in Langley

Aladdin is the second British Panto production by the Never Too Late Players. The first production a year ago, Knight Fever, brought comments from audience members like: “A joy from start to finish;” “Truly a triumph;” “We loved every minute;” and “My face hurt from smiling and laughing.”

The show plays February 2 through February 11; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 4:00pm at OutCast’s Black Box Theatre at the Fairgrounds, 819 Camano Ave., Langley.

Tickets for Aladdin are $18 for adults and $14 students/seniors (62+). Tickets may be purchased from Brown Paper Tickets (https:// www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3221814) or by contacting Outcast Productions at: ocp@ whidbey.com [Submitted by Carolyn Tamler]

Sound Water Stewards Training Class of 2018 Would you like to become a Sound Water Steward? Maybe you are interested in learning how to protect and preserve your favorite beach. Maybe you are concerned about water quality, wildlife habitat, or conservation.

Maybe you would like to better understand the island geology and biology of our marine environment. Or maybe you would like to join others who share a love of nature and a desire to give something back to our island community.

Sound Water Stewards are trained volunteers working in and around Island County for a healthy, sustainable Puget Sound and Salish Sea environment through education, community outreach, stewardship and citizen science.

The 2018 training program consists of at least 90 hours of expert educational sessions, guided field trips, and hands-on practice, plus an additional 10 hours of volunteer time during the summer. As a Sound Water Steward trainee, you will have the opportunity to learn a great deal, contribute to the community, and have fun in the process. New members will contribute 100 hours of volunteer time over the first two years of membership.

Applications are now being accepted for the upcoming 2018 class. Training sessions will be held on Thursdays from March 15 to April 26 and from September 13 to October 25, 9:00am to 3:30pm. A $100 registration fee covers training materials and expenses. The application deadline is February 28, 2018.

Photo by Jim Carroll: Annie Horton and Kim Wetherell are two of the zany actors in Never Too Late Productions' silly British Panto, "Aladdin" at Langley's OutCast theater on the fairgrounds.

Never Too Late Productions (NTLP) with OutCast Theater presents Aladdin like you’ve never seen it opening Friday, February 2 in Langley.

To participate in a NTLP show, every cast member (with the occasional exception) must be at least 50 years old by opening night.

The Never Too Late Players are letting people know that they should not expect a rehash of the Disney story. Sure, there’s a genie, a scamp named Aladdin, a beautiful princess and even a magic carpet ride, but this Panto production also has lots of new surprises in store.

Panto (short for “pantomime”) is a quirky form of musical theater that takes fairy tales and other familiar stories and embellishes them with wit, whimsy and contemporary humor.

Unlike most forms of theater where the audience is generally reserved and well behaved, Panto encourages raucous public participation. Audiences are encouraged to loudly and repeatedly cheer the hero and boo the villain The show features South Whidbey theater

Don’t miss this exciting educational opportunity as well as the chance to join a fun community volunteer group. There are several ways to obtain more information and an application. Visit the website at http://soundwaterstewards.org/training or visit the Sound Water Stewards booth at Sound Water University on February 3, 2018. Also, there will be informational meetings at the Coupeville Library Friday, February 2 from 11:00am to 12:00pm and at the Freeland Library Wednesday, February 21 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm.

[Submitted by Sound Water Stewards]

Where Are the Western Bluebirds?

Until the early 1900s, the Western Bluebird (Sialia mexicana) was a common inhabitant in oak-prairie and other open habitats in western Washington and southwestern British Columbia. The loss of contiguous food-rich grasslands and Garry oaks for perching and nesting led to their extirpation. Exotic bird species, such as Starlings, compete for nesting cavities as well.

On Thursday, February 8, Whidbey Audubon Society welcomes avian ecologist Gary Slater to address the recent efforts to attract the Western Bluebird back to this region.

The program begins at 7:30pm at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at 20103 State

Route 525, about two miles north of Freeland. Doors open at 7:00pm for socializing and a short meeting. The event is free and open to all with an interest.

Since 2007, the Western Bluebird has been the subject of an international reintroduction project to Vancouver Island, British Columbia and the San Juan Islands, Washington. Slater will provide an update on the reintroduction and discuss the progress and setbacks. He will address the important role that private landowners in currently unoccupied areas can play in the recovery of this iconic species.

Pacific Rim Institute for Environmental Studies (PRI) launched Project Bluebird about 2009.

“We have five participating landowners and some still have boxes up.” said Robert Pelant, chief executive officer of PRI. “I have seen up to six bluebirds on our site in pretty much the same spot for about five out of the last six or seven years. At the moment, they just don’t seem to like our neighborhood.”

Joseph Sheldon is a special advisor to PRI. He reports, “They indeed nested on Smith Prairie in 2005. There were multiple young produced (at least three).” The nest box was on Bud Woford’s land.

Pelant and Jon Gabelein’s fifth-grade class put up five Western Bluebird houses on the South Whidbey Tilth campus in its established Garry oak meadow in about 2009. “So far it’s only the Violet-green Swallows that choose to inhabit the houses,” reported Susan Prescott, South Whidbey Tilth member.

Gary Slater is the Avian Conservation Program Manager for the Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM), where he has worked since 2014. He oversees a program aimed at advancing recovery of listed and imperiled bird species within prairie-oak habitats of Cascadia. Prior to CNLM he founded and was Executive Director of Ecostudies Institute, a nonprofit scientific organization focused on avian conservation. He received his bachelor of science from Purdue University and a Masters of Science from University of Florida. His research interests focus on population dynamics of small populations, the effects of resource management on demography and reintroduction ecology.

[Submitted by Susan Prescott]

“Island Backstage” Kicks Off With a Benefit for Oak Harbor’s Spin Café

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED ‘date night’ with that special person in your life. And Spin Café is the natural first recipient to benefit from our Island Backstage events because of its dedicated, passionate efforts to fight homelessness in our community.”

Jim Castaneda is a singer-songwriter who has developed a performance style he calls “solo band” that layers guitar and keyboard with lush vocals and his own brand of beat-box percussion. He lives on Whidbey Island and has performed throughout the Pacific Northwest, including Rustica, Flyers and Blooms Winery on Whidbey. More information about him may be found at www.originaljim.com Spin Café is a nonprofit community organization in Oak Harbor dedicated to serving people in need by providing free meals, vocational training, a drop-in center, resources, information and a meeting space for all. More information may be found at www.spincafeoh.org [Submitted by Harry Anderson]

Jose Gonzales Trio Valentine’s Day Concert Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) presents Jose Gonzales Trio Valentine’s Day Concert February 14.

WICA is ready to spread the love with a heartwarming Valentine’s Day concert featuring Seattle-favorite, the Jose Gonzales Trio. The evening includes contemporary and classic love songs, from Gershwin to Prince, featuring pianist and singer Jose Gonzales; bassist extraordinaire Michael Marcus, plucking and bowing his way through the music; and Matt Jorgensen on drums, whose rhythmic intensity and relaxed feel completes the sound of the trio. The Jose Gonzales Trio delighted audiences with their performance of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at WICA’s 2016 holiday concert.

“Love is mysterious...music is mysterious.

You can’t touch love, it touches you, just as you can’t touch music...it also touches you.

Music is the perfect expression of love in all its complicated and varied forms.” - Jose Gonzales Don’t miss out on this perfect night out with a special someone! All Seats $22. Zech Hall Piano Bar opens one hour prior to the performance.

Tickets available at the WICA Box Office: (360) 221-8268 or online at https://tickets.wicaonline.org [Submitted by Fritha Strand, WICA]

Equestrian Crossings Seeks Volunteers Equestrian Crossings is looking for volunteers who are passionate about horses or want to give back to the community.

Equestrian Crossings is an all inclusive program which provides educational, recreational and therapeutic horsemanship activities for ages 8–88. They have both hands on, horse-related and behind the scenes opportunities. This is a great organization for middle and high school students who require community service credits. No prior horse experience required!

Jim Castaneda, Whidbey’s own “solo band” artist, will perform his unique blend of pop, jazz and blues in a special show with all proceeds to benefit Oak Harbor’s Spin Café on Saturday, February 10 at 7:00pm in the parish hall of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 555 S.E. Regatta Drive in Oak Harbor. The suggested minimum donation is $10 per person. Pie, pastry, coffee and tea will be available in an informal cabaret setting.

Castaneda’s performance will kick off St. Stephen’s new “Island Backstage” cabaret series whose purpose is to offer “good music and good company for a good cause,” said Harry Anderson, a member of St. Stephen’s leadership team. Island Backstage intends to give local musicians an intimate performance venue while furthering the church’s outreach efforts by raising funds to support worthy local charities.

“Since February 10 is just before Valentine’s Day, we think Jim’s show will make a perfect

Equestrian Crossings is holding volunteer training sessions from 9:00am to 2:00pm on Thursday, February 22 at Rein Shadow Arena, 3893 Cantor Lane, Greenbank and from 1:00pm to 5:00pm Wednesday, Februayr 28 at Whidbey Equestrian Center, 21306 SR 20, Coupeville.

Please contact Equestrian Crossings at (360) 320-1573 or email info@equestriancrossings. org to register or for more information. Find them online at www.equestriancrossings.org.

Retirees, they need you, too.

[Submitted by Valerie Locke]

Land Trust Unveils New Interactive Map on Website If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get outdoors and enjoy nature, the Whidbey Camano Land Trust has created a new tool that might provide some inspiration.

The Land Trust has produced a new interactive map on its website that shows more than 20 properties protected by the Land Trust that people can visit and stretch their legs. Go to http://www.wclt.org/interactive-map/ The map features interactive tools to search a variety of options, such as property name,

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Directions to each of these properties also is provided.

More than that, the map reveals the greater scope of land protection orchestrated by the Land Trust, with clusters of dots spanning both Camano and Whidbey islands. Brief descriptions are provided of each protected property.

The Land Trust has permanently protected nearly 9,100 acres of lands and waters in Island County. Protection of more than 8,500 of those acres has happened since 2003 when the nonprofit group shifted from an all-volunteer organization to a professional staff.

Gloria Koll, a 14-year veteran on the early Land Trust board of directors, exclaimed, “The interactive WCLT property map is outstanding!

How great for folks to be able to locate these properties and walking opportunities – and then have a map for finding the best way to get to each one. Great work!”

The interactive map is designed to showcase the work of the Land Trust and be a useful tool to outdoor enthusiasts interested in getting out on the lands that have public access.

The map will continue to improve, so make sure to check back. The next phase of the project is to create custom pages for each of the protected areas to share more about the protection, restoration activities, and public access updates. New trail maps are also being created that will have direct links from the map.

The Whidbey Camano Land Trust is a nonprofit organization that actively involves the community in protecting, restoring, and appreciating the important natural habitats and resource lands that support the diversity of life on our islands and in the waters of Puget Sound. For more information, visit www.wclt.org, email info@wclt.org, or call (360) 222-3310.

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ing entries for the VFW Auxiliary’s Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest. Any student in grades 9-12 who is enrolled in a public, private, parochial high school or home study program is eligible and they do not have to be related to a VFW member to participate. Entries can be submitted anytime before March 31 to Post 7392 at 3037 Goldie Road, Oak Harbor.

For full details and application, please visit https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships/youngamerican-creative-patriotic-art-contest/ [Submitted by Teresa Coe, VFW Post 7392 President]

South Whidbey Fire/EMS Passes State Audit Earlier this month, South Whidbey Fire/EMS successfully passed an audit of its 2015 and 2016 financial records by the State Auditor’s Office. The state routinely audits fire departments throughout Washington state every two years. The audit included more than three weeks of scrutiny over financial statements and accountability functions to ensure that local, state and federal funds were managed appropriately.

The State Auditor’s Office provided recommendations to the department during the exit interview meant to improve and clarify financial policies, which the department will put in place in the next two months.

“We hold ourselves to the highest possible standards in everything we do, which is why we take our tagline very seriously: Integrity, Service, Trust,” said Chief H.L. Rusty Palmer.

“We are proud of our impeccable track record and have once more proven, through our accountability, that our department manages all local, state and federal funds correctly.”

VFW Seeking Art Contest Entries

To learn more, contact Chief Palmer at chief@ swfe.org or visit www.swfe.org or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/#!/ SWFireEMS?fref=ts.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary is seek-

[Submitted by Sherrye Wyatt]

[Submitted by Ron Newberry, WCLT]

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www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED Unity of Whidbey Sundays, 10:00am 5671 Crawford Road, Langley If you’re one of the “spiritual but not religious” people who questions your childhood faith or is looking for something more, Unity of Whidbey may feel like a homecoming. Visit our website: unityofwhidbey.org

Whidbey Quakers All entries are listed chronologically, unless there are multiple entries for the same venue or are connected to a specific organization (such as Sno-Isle Libraries) in which case all entries for that venue or organization are listed collectively in chronological order under one heading.

The Green Room Vendor Day Friday, February 2, 3:00pm-6:00pm The Green Room, Oak Harbor Representatives from Freya Farms and GaGa will be on site with product displays, information and discounts. The Green Room is located at 1640-B. For more information, call (360) 682-5755 or visit thegreenroomwa.com

Live Music: Alex Ashley Friday, February 2, 6:00pm-9:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville

Sons of the American Legion AllYou-Can-Eat Breakfast Saturday, February 10, 9:00am-12:00pm American Legion, Oak Harbor Hosted by the Sons of the American Legion. $9 all-you-can-eat breakfast supports veterans and their families.

Red Wine & Chocolate Tour Saturdays, February 10 & 17, 11:00am-5:00pm Sundays, February 11 & 18, 11:00am-5:00pm Venues include: Blooms Winery Tasting Room, Comforts Winery & Vineyard, Holmes Harbor Cellars, Spoiled Dog Winery and Whidbey Island Distillery. Enjoy fine wines & spirits made on Whidbey, along with decadent chocolate treats & a souvenir glass to keep. Tickets available at the venues listed or online at www. brownpapertickets.com/event/3157029

A rare, triple-threat singer, songwriter and instrumentalist, Alex Ashley creates an electrifying amalgam of insightful lyrics, profound storytelling, sultry, smoky vocals and razorsharp guitar playing that brings his songs to life with nostalgic effervescence. No cover. For more information, call (360) 682-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com

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Friday, February 2, 7:00pm Saturday, February 3, 7:00pm Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St. Tickets: $12 at door Listen as Cupid learns how to wield the powers of love and earn his wings. Featuring the high school’s Chamber Choir, Treble Choir, and Harbor Singers, you’ll be treated to some of the best loved songs of all time including “The Greatest Love of All” and “Fly Me to the Moon.” During intermission, the audience will indulge in strawberry or chocolate cheesecake and coffee. Doors open at 6:00pm.

Corky Siegel’s Chamber Blues Friday, February 2, 7:30pm McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon Tickets: Reserved $30, Box Seats $40 Celebrating their 30th anniversary with Different Voices: Bringing Worlds Together, the international ensemble Corky Siegel’s Chamber Blues includes virtuosos of Americana roots with Blues harmonica, Chinese erhu, Indian tabla and world percussion, and a traditional classical string quartet. For tickets or more information, call (360) 416-7727 ext. 2 or visit mcintyrehall.org

Island Herb Vendor Day Thursday, February 8, 3:00pm-6:00pm Island Herb, Freeland Representatives from Sitka will be on site with product displays and information. Island Herb is located at 5565 Vanbarr Pl, Unit F. For more information, call (360) 331-0140 or visit whidbeyislandherb.com

Saturday, February 10, 3:00pm-6:00pm Island Herb, Freeland Representatives from Verdelux will be on site with product displays and information. Island Herb is located at 5565 Vanbarr Pl, Unit F. For more information, call (360) 331-0140 or visit whidbeyislandherb.com Saturday, February 10, 5:30pm Oak Harbor Roller Barn, 98 NE Barron Dr. Enjoy live roller derby action with the Whidbey Island Roller Girls! Doors open at 5:30pm.

Action starts at 6:00pm. Admission is $10 for adults, children 12 and under are $5.

Read the Classics with Rita Drum Monday, February 5, 1:30pm Oak Harbor Library Join us as we discuss William Shakespeare’s “Othello” in preparation for the Island Shakespeare Festival. We would so enjoy your insights as we explore this remarkable text! For more information, contact Rita Bartell Drum at ritadrum777@gmail.com or (631) 707-5980.

LEGO® in the Library Tuesday, February 6, 4:00pm-5:30pm Coupeville Library Build your best with LEGO® in this open session for creating by yourself or with a building buddy. We’ll also build with K’Nex this month. For ages 5 and up.

AARP Tax Aide Wednesdays, February 7, 14, 21 & 28, 10:00am-4:30pm Coupeville Library Meeting Room Free tax return preparation and e-filing for taxpayers with low and moderate income. Call (360) 678-3000 to schedule an appointment.

For ages 20-85+ years.

Wednesday Night with the Stars: “Victoria & Abdul” Wednesday, February 7, 5:30pm-7:30pm Coupeville Library Meeting Room Join us for popcorn and a movie! This month we are showing “Victoria and Abdul.” Queen Victoria strikes up an unlikely friendship with a young Indian clerk named Abdul Karim.

Night of Comedy Improv

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Saturday, February 10, 7:00pm Oak Harbor Christian Reformed Church

Prayer Group

North Whidbey Christian High School presents Taproot Theatre Company in a night of comedy improv. Taproot actors create hilarious sketches based on audience suggestions.

Content is appropriate for all ages. Cost is $7 per person or $20 per family. All proceeds and donations go to North Whidbey Christian High School. Tickets are available from students, faculty, board members, or at the door, 1411 Wieldraayer Road.

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Every Tuesday, 4:00pm-5:30pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley Charismatic Prayer and Praise group. Everyone welcome. For more information, call Bill at (360) 222-4080 or email Sobico@comcast.net.

Filipino Christian Fellowship Sundays, 2:00pm Meets at Church on the Rock, 1780 SE 4th Ave., Oak Harbor. www.ohcfellowship.com

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Every Thursday, 6:30pm-8:30pm 5200 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland

Prizes for Best Costume (most original, most comical, best in show, child, couple) and Best Mask. Free admission. Charge for food, wine, beer, soft drinks. Southern favorites from the Taproom and Whidbey Doughnuts. Face painting by Fairy Magic. For more information, visit www.goosefoot.org or call (360) 321-4145.

The Healing Rooms are open to anyone desiring personal prayer for physical, emotional, or spiritual needs. There is a team of Christians from several local churches that are dedicated to praying for healing the sick in our community. All ministry is private, confidential, and free. Teams are available to pray for individuals who drop by on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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Chronic Pain Self-Management Workshop Thursdays, February 1, 8, 15 & 22, 1:00pm-3:30pm Coupeville Library Meeting Room

Thursdays, February 8 & 15, 7:00pm Fridays, February 9 & 16, 7:00pm Saturdays, February 10 & 17, 7:00pm Oak Harbor High School Tickets: $12 adults, $8 children under 12

This workshop offers tools support and information for those with on-going pain to help manage their pain and live better. Classes are free. Preregistration is required. Please contact Debbie Metz (360) 321-1621 to register.

Presented by the OHHS Drama Club “Radium Girls” is a thrilling story about young factory workers during World War I who fall ill while working in a dial painting studio and their quest to get the justice they deserve. Specifically, the story examines a young girl named Grace. It covers Grace’s life before her illness, the grueling legal process she endures, and the chilling aftermath of it all. “Radium Girls” will make you laugh, cry, and feel every emotion in between! Produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, IL. To reserve tickets, email ohhsdramaclubreservations@gmail.com

Friends of the Freeland Library Used Book Sale Saturday, February 3, 10:00am-2:00pm Freeland Library Lots of used books with make-an-offer pricing.

All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Freeland Library.

Issues That Matter: Let’s Talk Mental Health - Resources in Island County Monday, February 5, 1:30pm-3:30pm Coupeville Library Meeting Room Not sure where to begin? Join us to hear a panel of local mental health experts for the most current resources available to Whidbey Island residents. Q&A will follow presentation.

For more information, contact Ann at (425) 263-2704, email healingwhidbey.com, or visit the International Association of Healing Rooms at healingrooms.com.

Concordia Lutheran Church Sunday service, 9:30am Bible Study & Sunday School, 10:45am 590 N. Oak Harbor Street For more information, visit www.concordiaoakharbor.org or call (360) 675-2548.

Teaching Through God’s Word Sundays, 9:00am & 11:00am Calvary Chapel, 3821 French Road, Clinton For more information, visit ccwhidbey.com.

Unitarian Universalist Sunday Service Sundays, 10:00am Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland All are welcome. Values-based children’s religious exploration classes and childcare will be provided. Visit www.uucwi.org for more information. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation building is located at 20103 Highway 525, two miles north of Freeland.

Sundays, 4:00pm-5:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland Whidbey Islands Friends Meeting (also known as Quakers) meet in silent worship and community, with occasional spoken messages, every Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist building. For more information, contact Tom Ewell at tewell@whidbey.com or go to www. whidbeyquakers.org.

First Church of Christ, Scientist Worship, 10:00am Sunday School to age 20, 10:00am Wednesday Testimony Meeting, 2:30pm Christian Science Reading Room Tuesday & Friday, 11:00am-3:00pm Wednesday 3:30pm-5:30pm The church and Reading Room are located at 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, Oak Harbor. Call (360) 675-0621 or visit christianscience.com Services and Sunday School are also held at 10:30am on South Whidbey at 15910 Highway 525, just north of Bayview and across from Useless Bay Road; testimony meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm.

Galleries & Art Shows Featured Artist: Mary Ellen O’Connor Meet the Artist: Saturday, February 3, 10:00am-5:00pm Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville Silversmith Mary Ellen O’Connor will be on site with some of the tools she uses to create her artwork. Using resin inlays, which are both tough and beautiful, she creates her colorful wildlife designs on jewelry, belt buckles, bracelets and boxes.

Midwinter Group Show Artists’ Reception: Saturday, February 3, 5:00pm-7:00pm Exhibit continues through February 26 Rob Schouten Gallery, Langley Featuring handmade jewelry, fine sculptures in bronze, stone, wood and steel, original paintings in a variety of styles and mediums, and some extraordinary fine art glass including handblown, sculpted and fused glass. You’ll also find well crafted woodwork, charming encaustics, ceramics and fiber art, witty assemblages and a wide array of other beautiful art objects sure to bring delight. Many of our gallery artists will be in attendance, and light refreshments will be served.

Meetings & Organizations Greenbank Garden Club Thursday, February 1, 9:30am Greenbank Progressive Club Doors open at 9:30am for social time followed by a short meeting starting promptly at 10:00am. Guest Speaker, Marcia Nelson (Master Gardner) will speak about Summer Bulbs and Peonies. The Greenbank Progressive Club is located at the corner of Bakken and Firehouse Roads.

Whidbey Island Weaver’s Guild Thursday, February 1, 10:00am-2:00pm Pacific Rim Institute, Coupeville Business meeting plus Show & Tell. 1:00pm Program: Martina Celerin: Dimensional Weaving. Bring a brown bag lunch and your own beverage cup. For more information, visit www.whidbeyweaversguild.org

North Whidbey Republican Women Thursday, February 8, 11:30am Oak Harbor Elk’s Lodge, 1655 NE Ernst St. Cost: $10 per person Ambassador of Hope Rita Bartell Drum will discuss what we need to know about Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking and how we can help! Please join us for a tasty lunch, fellowWHAT'S GOING ON

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By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly It’s always nice to do something sweet for your sweetie on Valentine’s Day, but if you’re looking to extend that even further, say, to your community, Whidbey Island has lots of ways to do it. Here are four unique events that might be of interest, but there are other Valentine’s Day happenings as well, so be sure to check our What’s Going On listings on page 6 of every issue, and remember to check our online event calendar at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

SWEETHEART BIG BAND DANCE The South Whidbey High School Jazz Band will once again hold its Sweetheart Big Band Dance from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 at the SWHS auditorium.

Enjoy an evening with good music, fancy desserts and refreshments sure to have you and your sweetheart tapping your toes, at the very least.

“The Sweetheart Dance is an annual benefit that invites the community, at large, to come share in an evening listening to big band jazz, swing dancing, eating and mingling,” said Christy Newman, a parent volunteer with the South Whidbey Schools Performing Arts Boosters. “I go because I am an avid ballroom dancer, and I love to swing to the big band sound these kids make. The music and dancing make my heart sing." This year’s event will feature both the middle and high school jazz bands, who are the stars of the evening.

“This is a night for these kids to perform just for the sheer fun of it and to really share with the community a little bit of what makes them so special,” said Newman.

The dance is also an opportunity for these young musicians to

step out of their comfort zone before the show and do a little dancing of their own, so they have a chance to get a taste of what their audience experiences.

“This dance does introduce them to the concept of dancing to the music they create, rather than just listening; seeing, rather than just hearing, how their sound inspires people,” Newman said. “This dance always starts with Swing lessons from a local person (typically dance instructors) and this year, as we did last year, we are going to ask the band to join in dancing in that lesson. I can truly say last year their enthusiasm for dancing was infectious – they turned that night into a real party!”

This year Dr. John Shepard and his wife, Coyla, will be teaching the pre-dance swing lessons. In addition to the fancy footwork, those attending the dance will be able to partake of fancy desserts and other refreshments, plus there will be raffles and silent auction items.

Tickets to the Sweetheart Big Band Dance are by donation at the door. All funds raised from admission, raffles and auction will benefit the South Whidbey Schools Performing Arts Boosters, a nonprofit organization that raises money for the middle and high school bands, the high school choir and the high school drama department. Proceeds from this event are earmarked for the band program.

“This includes paying for entrance fees, and travel and accommodation expenses for band students to perform in festival competitions and events,” said Newman. “The funds are also spent on new music, band equipment and instruments.”

Organizers encourage the entire community to come out and have a good time.

“Some people love to come to just listen to a genre of music that reminds them of their younger years and to enjoy the company of others,” said Newman. “Then there those like me, who come to swing dance to a live band playing big band music; it’s a rare event that a live band is playing swing music.”

RYAN’S HOUSE BIG RED EVENT Many Whidbey Island residents have made the Big Red Event to benefit Ryan’s House for Youth a February tradition, and this year is no exception.

Photo Courtesy of South Whidbey Schools Performing Arts Boosters Members of the South Whidbey Middle School and High School Jazz Bands will entertain with some swinging tunes at the Sweetheart Big Band Dance Saturday, Feb. 10 in Langley.

The sixth annual Big Red Event will be held Saturday, Feb. 10 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Coupeville Rec Hall, and will feature great food, lots of auction items and entertainment

South Whidbey Good Cheer, Inc. Did you know you might be a voting member of Good Cheer? You are a member if you have volunteered for 50 or more hours in 2017 or donated $100 or more in 2017.

Good Cheer’s Annual Meeting will be held at our annual appreciation banquet on February 11, 2018.

To see if you are a voting member, please go to www.goodcheer.org and check the list.

If you would like to attend the meeting as a voting member, please contact Carol Squire at: carol@goodcheer.org.

Kathy Reed File Photo/Whidbey Weekly The Big Red Event, a fundraiser for Ryan’s House for Youth, will feature silent and live auction items, a Greek dinner and much more when it takes place at the Coupeville Rec Hall on Saturday, Feb. 10.

provided by Whidbey Weekly columnist and Whidbey Island’s own Conductor of Fun, Jim Freeman.

“I think most people come just to see what Jim’s going to do next,” said Lori Cavender, founder and executive director of Ryan’s House for Youth. “We’ve done this together so long we kind of have our comedic timing down, but the entertainment of the evening is definitely Jim.” If Jim Freeman is the evening’s entertainer, Ryan’s House youth are the stars and the hosts.

“Ryan’s House kids are the servers, which makes it so much fun,” said Cavender. “Each one has a table and they are in charge of making sure everyone is taken care of.”

This is the organization’s only formal fundraiser of the year and helps generate funds to meet operating costs for the facility, which provides a safe, nurturing environment for homeless students on Whidbey Island. Cavender said it is of vital importance not only for the fundraising, but to give the community a feel for what Ryan’s House for Youth does.

“It gives the community a chance to see what we do,” she said. “This year we will have one of our youth speak about his experience with Ryan’s House and living on campus. It’s always a special time when our alumni can come back and share how life has changed for them because of their experience here.”

It costs about $400,000 a year to operate Ryan’s House for Youth, which now has a campus located just south of

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Coupeville Lions take pride in scholarship fundraiser

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly

The Coupeville Lions Club is gearing up for its 13th annual Scholarship Auction and Dinner, to be held from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge.

This much-anticipated event will feature food, fun and a spirit of pride as the CLC raises money to support scholarships for some of Coupeville High School’s graduating seniors. It’s a big night that raises a lot of money.

“Last year we awarded 20 scholarships ranging from $3,000 to $750 from the $32,000 collected during the auction,” said Jackie Feusier, one of the lead organizers of the event.

“In the past 12 years, close to $300,000 has been raised and awarded to 260 CHS seniors.”

The auction and dinner has become a long-standing tradition for the Coupeville Lions.

“Years ago, the Coupeville Lions Club was asked by the estates of past Lions to administer scholarships to Coupeville High School seniors on an annual basis,” explained Feusier.

“It was suggested by Club member Warren Ivy that we raise money and add to this well-directed endeavor. CLC decided to produce a fundraiser specifically for scholarships, and the funds raised would not be co-mingled with other Foundation efforts. Ticket sales and sponsorships cover production costs, so every dollar raised at auction will fund scholarships for the current graduating class.”

Since its beginning in 2006, the event has grown steadily, according to Feusier.

“Our first few scholarship fundraisers were held at the Crocket Barn. Cold as it could get in a barn in February, it did not stop an enthusiastic and loyal audience from bidding on items and experiences, and enjoying a supper of donated

rustic soup, bread and salad,” she said. “The popularity of our event forced the need for a larger, warmer venue and the Elks Lodge in Oak Harbor fits the bill perfectly.”

Auction items range from gift certificates and baskets to art and experiences and is overseen by Whidbey Island’s Conductor of Fun, Jim Freeman.

“Auctioneer Jim Freeman will offer a unique line-up of items and experiences during the live auction,” said Feusier. “Our Dessert Dash raises funds with a wonderful selection of 19 desserts that are bid upon by each table. Desserts this year will be prepared primarily by CHS parents and students. We will also be accepting donations for our coveted 'Desserts Monthly for a Year' - 12 Lion dessert makers provide you a dessert each month for a year.”

Tickets to attend the dinner and auction are $40 per person and are available by calling Ginny at 360-678-4015 or they can be purchased at bayleaf in Coupeville. Feusier suggests those interested purchase tickets soon.

“The public is more than welcome and highly encouraged to attend, but space is limited and tickets will sell out quickly,” she said. “I wouldn’t wait too long.”

At the end of the night, it’s all about giving back to the community. The Coupeville Lions take pride in supporting their community and hope those students who receive a Lions scholarship this spring will also take pride in paying it forward by giving back.

“There are other scholarship awards that are greater than any single Coupeville Lions Scholarship, but our scholarships are indeed a community award to CHS seniors for seeking a higher education,” said Feusier. “Our awardees know we have their back and we hope one day soon they return to serve the community.”

Photo Courtesy of Coupeville Lions Club Jim Freeman, Whidbey Island’s Conductor of Fun, will serve as auctioneer for the 13th annual Coupeville Lions Club Auction and Dinner Scholarship Fundraiser, to be held Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge.

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Coupeville, across from Island Transit. The Big Red Event is an opportunity to share accomplishments, discuss set goals and explain programs in greater detail in order to help fund them.

The second annual Love Me Tender Valentine’s Dance to benefit the Schooner Suva will be held at the Coupeville Rec Hall starting at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16. Cost is $10 per person at the door.

“One thing we want to focus on this year is an explanation of each thing we offer,” said Cavender. “For example, we want to talk about our teen medical clinic and what we can offer there; we might do a “raise the paddle” gift to support the clinic.

“We’re also working with the Port of Coupeville on an internship program,” she continued. “We started a transportation pilot program to get kids where they need to go when transit is not running. We started that program in March and we put on almost 7,000 miles on our van just for the limited number of kids we were serving at that time.”

Cost to attend the Big Red Event is $50 per person. This year’s dinner will feature Greek fare, something they’ve never done before, Cavender said. Tickets are available online at www.ryanshouseforyouth.org or by calling 360-331-4575. Please note this event sells out quickly.

“These kids get a chance to shine and the community gets a chance to see how smart, wonderful and lovable these kids really are,” Cavender said.

VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Whidbey Island is pleased to offer a classic Valentine’s Day Concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14.

The Tokyo guitar quartet Quattro Palos will perform with guests Enric Madriguera and Masatomo Tomikawa.

“We are very lucky to have Quattro Palos come to Whidbey Island and I think this will be quite a special Valentine’s Day concert,” said Lisa Siders Kenney, who heads the UUCWI Music Committee. “These are very fine classical guitarists that are among the best in Japan.”

Photo Courtesy of Quattro Palos The Japanese classical guitar quartet Quattro Palos will perform at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Whidbey Island in Freeland on Wednesday, Feb. 14.

“Music is an important facet within our congregation and to the greater Whidbey community,” said Kenney. “We strive to provide musical experiences that inspire us and provide outlets for our spiritual and creative aspirations. Music has a unique ability to reach into the hearts and minds of musicians and listeners.

"We also have a lovely space to host concerts and so much musical talent among our members, we feel moved to share.”

It is that musical connection that is responsible for getting such a unique group of classical musicians to Whidbey Island, according to Kenney. She said UUCWI member Jelcy Romberg’s connection to Madriguera helped make it possible. Madriguera, a talented guitarist and teacher himself, helped put the U.S. tour together for Quattro Palos.

The other special guest for the program, Masatomo Tomikawa, is the quartet’s former instructor. So it would seem that no matter who takes the stage, the performances will be first-class.

And, since the event takes place on Valentine’s Day, there may be a little something extra sweet for this event, said Kenney.

“We will serve chocolates at intermission and make the evening a romantic destination to bring your sweetheart or for those who just love excellent music,” she said.

The name Quattro Palos means a “huge ship with four posts” and its members sail into Whidbey Island as part of a U.S. tour with a good reputation at home, winning the 21st Japan Guitar Ensemble Competition. The group released its first CD in 2015.

Concert tickets cost $20 per person for adults, $10 for students. Email concerts@ uucwi.org for information, or you can purchase tickets at Moonraker Books or Blue Sound Music in Langley; Habitat for Humanity in Freeland; Lavender Wind Farm Shop in Coupeville; or at Click Music in Oak Harbor.

Bringing in high caliber performers is nothing new for UUCWI.

UUCWI is located at 20103 SR 525 in Freeland.

The over-21 event will feature decadent desserts, silent auction items, beer and wine for purchase and toe-tappin’ live music from Wild Man Cooley.

“They are a great band to dance to, kind of a swing band,” said Missy Villapudua, a board member for the Coupeville Maritime Heritage Foundation, which is putting on the event.

“Last year people were up and dancing, having a wonderful time.”

Villapudua said there will be lots of chocolate, plus red wine and beer and a silent auction that will include baskets and trips and other items.

“Our local merchants are so generous to the Foundation,” she said. “They see Suva sailing in and out of Penn Cove and have fallen in love with her, just like we have. It’s just fun that everyone is coming together to keep us afloat.”

The Coupeville Maritime Heritage Foundation is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to maintaining the Suva, which was originally built in 1925 for Frank Pratt of Whidbey Island. The Suva is a one-of-a-kind 68-foot schooner, built completely of old-growth teak and designed specifically for the Pacific Northwest. The Foundation sees Suva as a big part of not just Penn Cove’s maritime heritage, but all of Whidbey.

a host, and learn about history,” said Villapudua. “There are lots of opportunities to roll up your sleeves and get involved.”

The Suva currently sails from the Coupeville wharf from May through September, carrying up to six passengers at a time, plus crew, on about a two-and-a-half-hour sail around Penn Cove. The Foundation is currently working to get a COI, or Certificate of Inspection, from the U.S. Coast Guard, which will allow them to carry up to 20 passengers at a time.

That increase will help with the bottom line, but fundraisers like the Love Me Tender (yes, the name is a nautical pun as well as a reference to Elvis Presley) Valentine’s Dance will always be a fun part of the money-raising process.

“It really is a lot of fun,” said Villapudua.

“It’s an opportunity to catch up with friends and neighbors, see how people are doing, cut loose on the dance floor, nibble on some great homemade chocolates and desserts and bid on some wonderful items.”

And, when schooner Suva pulls up to the wharf, check her out, said Villapudua.

“Get to know her. Get to know our volunteers, see if you want to join us,” she said.

“There’s always place for you.”

More information is available online at schoonersuva.weebly.com.

“I see her as a historic treasure for Whidbey Island. It’s not just a boat for some, it’s a boat for all,” said Villapudua, who described how she first got involved in the Foundation.

“I’m from Greenbank. I didn’t know anything about boats. I saw her at the Penn Cove Water Festival and went on a sail. When they put the sails up and turned off the motor, it was just glorious. I was hooked from that moment on.”

Because of Suva’s age and because she is made of teak, the schooner requires a fair amount of maintenance. The Foundation is always in need of volunteers and there are many different ways to get involved.

“You can be part of the crew, you can learn maintenance, there’s also the option to be

Photo Courtesy of the Coupeville Maritime Heritage Foundation The second annual Love Me Tender Valentine’s Dance will be held at the Coupeville Rec Hall on Friday, Feb. 16. The event is a fundraiser for the Coupeville Maritime Heritage Foundation and supports maintenance and operation of the schooner Suva.

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By Carey Ross Call Me By Your Name: In a year of truly excellent indie movies, this coming-of-age love story between 17-year-old Elio (Timothee Chalamet) and Oliver (Armie Hammer) set during the summer of 1983 in the north of Italy is easily one of the standouts. ★★★★★ (R • 2 hrs. 10 min.)

The Commuter: After punching wolves, battling nefarious Turks and then equally nefarious Albanians, taking on whoever the enemies were in "The A-Team," and then going to war with Milton Bradley (I guess?) in the ill-advised "Battleship" adaptation, Liam Neeson takes on the NYC train system during rush hour as well as a director way too obviously influenced

by Alfred Hitchcock in this by-the-numbers thriller. ★★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 35 min.)

Hostiles: I love a good Western, though they can be hard to come by. This one–starring Christian Bale, Wes Studi, and Rosamund Pike, and directed by "Crazy Heart’s" Scott Cooper– is, by all accounts, a pretty good Western. ★★★★ (R • 2 hrs. 15 min.)

I, Tonya: It never occurred to me the world needed a dramatic recounting of the weirderthan-life saga of disgraced former Olympic figure skater Tonya Harding starring Margot Robbie, but now that it exists, I realize what we've been missing. ★★★★★ (R • 1 hr. 59 min.)

Insidious: The Last Key: On the one hand, the subtitle “The Last Key” implies this might be the final chapter of this paranormal film

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Maze Runner: The Death Cure: This was the film that almost didn’t happen when its star, Dylan O’Brien, was seriously injured in an on-set accident. After a long, arduous recovery, he returned to finish out the actionpacked YA film franchise that gave him his film career–and then almost took it away. An inspiring story. Shame the movie itself isn’t as good. ★★ (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 22 min.)

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF WHOOPIE PIES FROM PENNSYLVANIA? Who would have thought a rodent could tell us about the weather? An animal meteorologist! Sounds outlandish, and yet every year we determine our spring season by the fancies of a groundhog. If he sees his shadow, we are in store for six more weeks of winter and if not, then spring is upon us and warmer temperatures are set to melt the frost.

Since 1887, the first time Punxsutawney Phil decided our seasonal flows on Gobbler’s Knob, we have been seeking his wisdom. It’s likely not the same Punxsutawney Phil anymore, nonetheless it’s a groundhog. So where did the tradition originate?

It’s actually an offshoot of Candlemas Day, where the clergy would give out candles which would be needed throughout the winter. The candles were symbolic of how cold and long the winter might be and Germans carried on this tradition, broadening its scope by choosing an animal through which they would predict the weather. The animal was initially a hedgehog and when German settlers landed in America, they maintained this practice, electing to use a groundhog instead of a hedgehog.

I sat and pondered all the many foods we talk about and what springs to mind is the vast array of cuisines across the United States, and Pennsylvania Dutch food doesn’t seem to come up very often. There is this misconception about Pennsylvania Dutch, in that it’s assumed it encompasses the Amish people only, when in fact, the Amish make up a very small percentage of “Pennsylvania Dutch.”

The term Dutch begs yet another question. Do you mean the Dutch from Holland? No, not from Holland, rather from Germany. Strange really, but that’s the way it is. I know firsthand how wonderfully rich and flavorful German food is. Dutch food in America represents the hardworking farmers who comprised this community and still do. It is a melting pot of German cuisine and ingredients which fill the belly and replenish the muscles after a hard day’s work.

Canning and preserving were necessities, as it helped the Dutch and their families get through the

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long, harsh winters. From jellies, jams and preserves to sauerkraut, chow chow (a pickled vegetable salad) and more, the Dutch made use of whatever the land gave. And when I look at the ingredients that make up a batch of chow chow, I see how positively mouth-watering it is and how healthy it can be. With food items such as navy beans, kidney beans, cauliflower, celery, carrots, green peppers and onions, among other vegetables and pulses preserved in vinegar, sugar and coarse salt, these lay the foundations of a pickled delight of epic-tasty proportions, and this is but one of the many dishes to arise from a couple centuries of farming, tradition, and long winters.

There seems to be a lot of intermingling of what tourists have come to associate Pennsylvania Dutch food with and what it started out as when it was brought to America. Traditional Dutch fare is typically named after the pots they’re cooked in, apparently – schales, for example, is a casserole of sorts cooked in a “shallow dish.” In addition, foods have morphed over time and now, for example, there is a lot of controversy over the whoopie pie and the Pennsylvania Dutch’s claim over its invention. New England has staked this concept as its own, and Maine has also made mention of this culinary creation being its own, so who’s the real brains behind this food operation?

It’s hard to tell and food historians dispute all sides of the argument, though the general consensus is it came to be around 1920. Pennsylvanians say Amish cooks and their unceasing ability to create and never waste, made the whoopie pie from left over cake pieces, between which they spread sweet icing. The children were apparently so delighted by this new treat they cried “whoopee!” when they saw it, birthing the pie and its moniker.

However, New England’s first advertisement for a whoopie pie dates back to 1931 and in addition to this counter, it’s said whoopie pies were made since 1925 by Labadies Bakery in Lewiston, Maine. So determined was Maine to lay claim to the whoopie pie that in 2011 it declared the whoopie pie the official state treat. It’s plain to see how well-loved this tasty little morsel is, and for good reason.

With all the elbowing, pushing and shoving over who first made a whoopie pie, I don’t think we will

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ever know for sure. Does it matter all that much though? Because not only is Pennsylvania seemingly renowned for them, it's well known for other delicious dishes such as schnitz un knepp and gumbis.

And with the name “schnitz un knepp” a bit of a mouthful, the actual ingredients which comprise it are easier to swallow. With ham or pork shoulder featuring among other star food stuffs such as dried apples and dumplings, you get a little bit of savory and a little bit of sweet all in one pot. It’s kind of like turkey and cranberry sauce, and there’s a lot to be said for the way sweet and savory taste when mixed together. Why else do we eat pears with gorgonzola, or grapes and apples with different cheeses? Because the sweet and salty balance each other out, and to a large extent cooking and eating and drinking is all about balance.

Pennsylvania Dutch cooking is something of a mystery. Its details are intricate, the history deep and while the ingredients are simple enough, the story behind it all is a far more complex thing indeed. I think this is one cuisine which surely does not get anywhere near enough attention and as much as I would love to talk about it for far, far longer, I have but limited space to do so!

Dear Readers, I hope whatever the weather Punxsutawney Phil forecasts, you enjoy it and celebrate it with this recipe for homemade whoopie pie. If you try it, let me know how you like it. Please send all your comments, questions and any recipes you might like to share to letsdish.whidbeyweekly@ gmail.com and lets do just that and Dish!

Homemade Whoopie Pie 1 box Devil’s Food Cake mix ¾ cup water ½ cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 box (the smaller 4-serving one) chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix 2 tubs whipped white frosting Line cookie sheets with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the cookie ingredients (i.e. do not include the frosting), until well mixed.

Pour the batter into gallon-sized sealable plastic bags; seal and cut a small piece off of one corner of the bag’s bottom corner. Pipe the batter into small circles on the parchment-lined cookie sheets approximately an inch apart and bake at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes until set. Cool for a couple of minutes on the sheets then move each cookie to cooling racks to cool completely. Spread the frosting onto the flat side of one cookie and top with a second cookie also flat side facing the frosting to make a sandwich. Serve with a glass of milk and enjoy! www.bettycrocker.com www.pafoodways.omeka.net www.post-gazette.com www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food//pennsylvannia-dutch-cuisine-the-real-deal/2014/05/12 To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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Greenbank Progressive Club Monthly Potluck Dinner Thursday, February 8, 6:00pm Greenbank Hall, Bakken & Firehouse Roads Meet and greet will begin at 6:00pm with dinner at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited and asked to bring a dish to share and their own table service. The program for the evening will be Chris Michalopolous, Exec. Director of the Port of Coupeville talking mainly about the Greenbank Farm. For more information, please call (360) 678-6630. For rental of the Greenbank Hall, please call (360) 678-4813.

AAUW Whidbey Island Branch Saturday, February 10, 9:30am St. Augustine’s In-The-Woods Episcopal Church, Freeland The meeting of the American Association of University Women will begin with social time, followed by the program at 10:00am. Jeanne Strong will speak on the topic Civility. Prospective members welcome. For more information, please contact Faye Lovvorn (flovvorn@ comcast.net) or Elree Harris (elree64@gmail. com).

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up space and energy for some new and exciting opportunities that are almost certainly drawing near. Watch for them to show on the 2nd, if they haven’t already.

CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER

By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Creative solutions to problems on many fronts are among the more likely of the possibilities this week. This is the perfect time to unleash your imagination and let it run free.

Facilitate the process by engaging yourself in social activities that you find fun and fulfilling. Activate the child in you and never mind what others might think on the 2nd.

No one who hasn’t walked in your shoes has the right to judge.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You may well find yourself keeping company this week with some who might best be described as disciplined and orderly. You’re forgiven if fading into the background until the scene changes is your first impulse.

But there are rewards for taking advantage of the situation by trying to understand, if not emulate, the ways of your fellows.

Watch the 2nd for opportunities to grow and enrich your social IQ. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Lessons in leadership are one likely prospect in your immediate future. If you value the ability to sway people in directions advantageous to all, be alert this week. A prime example of how to go about it is almost certainly in your sphere. Media presentations with you as an audience of one qualify. Do not think that all examples of leadership are with you in the flesh on the 2nd, but they are there. Be discerning.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Your thoughts and opinions hold great sway this week in both your public and private spheres. You need not force yourself on anyone. People with whom you work closely are going to be open to what you say. Those in need will seek you out, rest assured.

Heart-expanding moments for all concerned are in the offing as you do what you do best, which is to heal hurts and aid the needy.

Watch on the 2nd.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) It’s a great week to walk softly and listen to what is happening around you. Projecting an aura of strength is to your advantage, and you need not be loud about it. People are ready to hear, making your communication tasks easier. Leisurely approaches to your tasks are favored. Getting tensed up on the 2nd is a mistake of those without your inherent sense of command. Be ready to step in as needed.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) The time is right for winding up incomplete creative projects that you may have shoved to the back burner until a more opportune day.

Pull your unfinished creations forward, warm them up and complete them once and for all. In so doing, you are freeing

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You have every reason to be optimistic in all your undertakings this week. The people and resources at your command are up to the tasks confronting you. If there is anything working against you, it would be your own impatience with known and comfortable approaches. Your quick willingness to spring for the new and different won’t quite work out as you’d expect. Consider this carefully on the 2nd.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You are in a period of heightened personal power, not only this week, but for some time to come. Use it to your advantage by tackling matters that might prove daunting in less capable times. It’s a good time for learning new skills, and for improving your expertise with natural talents and abilities, as well. Follow your interests on the 2nd and don’t be surprised if an unfamiliar path loops back to the old and familiar.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Your powers of decision are greatly heightened at present, giving you greater than normal sway over your personal affairs.

This means great capacity to make changes. If that feels burdensome, you can lighten your load by stepping up and taking command of whatever situation is weighing on you. Used wisely, your will can exert superior force wherever you apply it. Little actions have great repercussion on the 2nd.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Your decisions in all matters involving choice of action are made more easy this week if you trust in your instinctive judgment. Don’t worry that your attitudes and opinions might seem rigid by others standards. Do what you know you must and the details will work out. Use peer and public consensus any time those fit your plan on the 2nd and don’t worry too much where you and they diverge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) Closed-door meetings are a likely part of your week, with input to come from a wide variety sources. It’s a complicated scene demanding a great deal of your time and energy. Your view is important in all dealings, both public and private, but it’s not the only factor. The rules of the game must be followed closely, so forgo any temptations to cut corners on the 2nd. Future benefits will justify your restraint.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) The overview of your situation should concern you more than the fine details this week. This is a time of thinking in broad strokes about principles. You must know what you stand for before you can decide which, if any, of your values you are willing to compromise. Many will offer up food for thought, much of it conflicting, and you must hear it all before coming to your own decision on the 2nd. © 2018, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

CLUES ACROSS

48. 007’s creator

1. Shaded inner regions

51. __ and that

7. Overlapping part of a garment

53. Indicating silence

13. Type of smartphone 14. Fall apart

18. Congress’ investigative arm 21. Make uneasy

55. Brown and gray rail

24. A fake

56. Nocturnal insects

26. Any thick messy substance

58. Make an incision

16. Football’s big game (abbr.)

17. Crocodilian reptile

27. Goad

59. Norwegian village

30. Titan

60. Commercial

32. Continental Congress delegate for NY

61. Criminal

19. Of I

64. Northeast

20. Swamp plant 22. Sun can help you get one 23. Hops, __ and jumps

65. Clouds of gas and dust in outer space 67. Mysterious things

26. Small cavities in rocks 28. American traitor 29. Tooth caregiver 30. Popular fish 31. Ottoman military leader

39. Liliaceous plant

70. Starts over

42. Mountain Time

CLUES DOWN

43. Where wrestlers work

1. Straighten

46. Secured

2. Gives medical advice (abbr.)

47. Dog breed

3. Touts

49. Where rockers perform 50. Nostrils

33. Anger

4. One’s job

34. Fish of the mackerel family

5. Afflict in mind or body

36. Some people can’t eat it

37. Fiddler crab 38. Delivers the mail

69. One who won’t be forgotten

25. Cuckoos

35. Peyton’s younger brother

6. Proofed

52. Express doubt 54. Pointer 55. Slang for sergeant

7. Capital of Angola

57. Selling at specially reduced prices

38. Amer. Revolutionary War battle

8. Social insect living in organized colonies

40. Misleading ads

9. Ones who are financially compensated

59. Six (Spanish)

10. Jacket 11. Electron volt

63. Between northeast and east

44. Sunscreen rating

12. Tuned

66. Exist

45. Very fast airplane

13. Syrian leader

68. Meitnerium

47. Vigor

15. Reduces

41. Atomic number 76 43. A type of castle security

62. Holds nonperishables

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YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS OURS WEATHER FORECAST Chicken Little looks at what is and fears the sky is falling. Wesley Hallock, as a professional astrologer, looks at what is and sees what could be. Read Wesley’s monthly forecast, with links to Facebook and Twitter, at www.chickenlittleandtheastrologer.com. To read past columns of Chicken Little and the Astrologer in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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Seriously, we do not make this stuff up!

MONDAY, DEC. 11 12:37 pm, SW Erie St. Reporting party advising they have signs about no petitioning and people are outside store petitioning. Asked petitioners to leave and they are refusing. States they have a right to be there and will not move. Unsure if this is true.

11:07 am, NE 8th Ave. Advising was walking in area of SW 8th Ave and a couple of males were making aggressive gestures towards him. States he couldn't hear what they were saying but felt subjects were “acting aggressive.” States they were looking at him like “Hey what's up?”

2:42 pm, NE Queets St. Caller receiving threatening e-mail, accusing caller of e-mailing and trying to get social security number. Threatening to have relative break his finger.

11:24 am, Dewey Dr. Caller on line requesting phone number to restaurant in Oak Harbor. When party was advised they were calling 9-1-1, party disconnected.

11:46 pm, NW Crosby Ave. Reporting party advising he broke up with a girl he met online; states she's threatening him.

11:29 am, SE 4th Ave. Advising notes being left in mailboxes from unknown persons regarding his dog.

TUESDAY, DEC. 12 1:55 am, SE 8th Ave. Caller advising someone is crawling all over outside of apartment.

8:36 am, SE Catalina Dr. Reporting male in women's bathroom.

5:57 pm, SE Barrington Dr. Reporting party is landlord; needs standby to check apartment for water damage.

Subject flooded apartment earlier in day and is ripping it up.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 13 9:41 am, NE 1st Ave. Requesting call or contact referencing message received which had underlying bad tone. Felt message was threatening, since he mentioned praying and fasting to get the devil out and to not make too many appointments today.

10:39 am, Lagoon View Dr. Caller reporting aggressive dog at location; dog runs free. Location also has chickens and ducks that get out and run around neighborhood.

10:46 am, Diane Ave. Advising watches for mail every night; saw mail delivered, but when she went to retrieve it from mailbox, it was gone.

1:13 pm, SE Barrington Dr. Reporting party states an elderly female in the parking lot is walking around with a hammer. Smashed out window of vehicle.

1:58 pm, Sunset Dr. Party reporting they have property at location; neighbors took down a tree which fell into reporting party's trees and property, smashing fence. Neighbor is refusing to cooperate with fixing the fence.

4:02 pm, Osprey Rd. Reporting party advising he keeps receiving calls from ex-girlfriend and her friends, harassing him. Says he received threat today saying they would “make his life hell” and “destroy it as he knows it.”

4:13 pm, Cheryl Ann Dr. Reporting irritating, “down low” music coming from neighbor; advising it can be heard from reporting party's driveway.

5:31 pm, Pioneer Park Pl. Caller reporting silver Durango stopped in front of house, turned music up loud.

Is very upset and not cooperative with dispatch, ranting about ongoing problem with subjects, harassment is starting up again. Caller hung up abruptly.

5:42 pm, Heller Rd. Party reporting someone broke into house and stole dress. Unknown when it occurred.

10:56 am, Marine Dr. Reporting party advising neighbor has 10:10 pm, SR 20 been coming to residence and accessing Caller reporting transient male in front of house without permission; saw subject on location screaming profanities. security camera access home and remove Report provided by OHPD & Island County Sheriff’s Dept. items from the house.

Puzzle 1 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.29)

On a scale from 1 to 10...2.9 Every row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order Every column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order Every 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9

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Life Tributes LORNA J (HANKS) VAUGHAN March 7, 1942 – January 26, 2018 Lorna J (Hanks) Vaughan, of Coupeville, passed away January 26, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. Lorna was born in Seattle, WA March 7, 1942 to Ted and Lucille (DeVries) Hanks. Her growing up years were spent on Whidbey Island and she graduated from Coupeville High School with the class of 1960. It was in that same year she married David C Vaughan.

Lorna is survived by children Caren (Jim) Bohardt of Coupeville, WA and Jerry Vaughan of Las Vegas, NV. Also surviving is a grandson, Kenneth Hopkins, her sister Marilee (Dennis) James of Yuma, AZ and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband David and her parents Lucille and Ted. Lorna has requested no services be held. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home. To share messages or leave condolences please visit Lorna’s Book of Memories page on the funeral home website at www.wallinfuneralhome.com

IDA CORA PAYNE Our loving mother and grandmother passed away peacefully in her home, on Whidbey Island, surrounded by her five children, some grandchildren and a few of her great grandchildren in a circle of love Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 5:15 AM. Born October 7, 1924 in Saco, ME, she started her life the same way she ended it; beautifully.

She had three beautiful daughters, Rae (Payne), Lynda (Winsor) and Ann (Coleman) with her first husband Paul Wormwood.

In 1956 she courageously took her three daughters by bus across the country from Maine to California, where she met and married her second husband, William Harry Payne. They joined their families with her three daughters and his son, Richard Payne and moved to Washington State where they opened their first fruit stand in Smokey Point. It was at this time they decided to make their joined family even larger by having two more children; William (Payne) and Kathleen (Gilkerson).

They lived in Seattle for the majority of their married life and remained happily married for 34 years until Harry’s death in 1992. After the death of her husband, she went to live with her youngest daughter, Kathleen and her sonin-law Andrew Gilkerson at their home on Whidbey Island, WA to help raise their daughter, Amber Gilkerson.

She spent the remainder of her life on Whidbey Island, going on many fun adventures and trips around the country to see her family. Each morning she would play “crazy 8’s” with her son-in-law, Andrew Gilkerson, as she drank a cup of coffee and ate her breakfast. They often referred to this time together as “Cards and Coffee Time.”

She was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother and fondly referred to by many as “The Great One.” As a family, we often said she never met a stranger; with her infectious smile and warm embraces, she never let anyone feel as though they weren’t a member of her family, even if they weren’t related by blood.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her two oldest brothers, her husband Harry Payne, her son Richard Payne and his wife Nancie Payne, as well as her son-in-law John Winsor.

She is survived by her five children (and their spouses), Rae Payne, Lynda Winsor, Ann Coleman and her husband John Coleman, Bill Payne and his wife Mary Payne, Kathleen Gilkerson and her husband Andrew Gilkerson, as well as her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Her memorial service will be held Saturday, February 3, 2018, 3pm at Evergreen Washelli in Seattle, WA with a celebration of her life immediately following. Address is 11111 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98133 In lieu of flowers we ask that people please make a donation to a charity of their choice.

We love you mom… A bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck! Yes we do! Yes we do!

TENA PAULETTE VANDERLINDEN Tena Paulette Vanderlinden, age 61 of Oak Harbor, WA went to be with our Lord at 6:30pm Friday, January 26, 2018.

Tena was born January 24, 1957 to Mary Lou Hipkins and Lester Alan Chitwood in Maco, MO. Tena worked at bringing out the best in people and the best from each day. Homeless by age 12, she struggled to become an accepted person. Perhaps that’s why she became so accepting of those she ran into and, eventually, cared deeply for. She adored the Dragon Boat team, the LDS church, her Wednesday Bible study, the ElderSpace group she hosted, ukulele jam sessions with her son, her exercise classes, travels abroad with her daughter, and just being with family whom she deeply loved.

Tena was energetic and loving. A strong and sensitive soul. A woman of character who lived a life of great significance. She taught all of her children at home.

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She was a musician of guitar, cello, and ukulele, encouraging music in all her children so they all have gained their own musical ability. She was an avid gardener, turning dense brush into a pleasant place for birds, her squirrel, and people. She made everywhere beautiful. Long walks in the woods were her joy. She loved to cook for people, for her family, for her neighbors, and friends. She held tea parties and loved lemon curd. She was a poet.

Tena was the amazing wife of Scott Vanderlinden and mother to their seven children: Naomi (40), Natasha (36), Sierra (33), Amon (29), Jasmine (25), Shalana (22) and Detrik (19) as well as three Vietnamese orphans and any others who needed a place to stay. She leaves behind six grandsons: Dawson, Rylund, Holden, Creed, Beau, and Sawyer. Her sister Corissa Denise Fansler, and many nieces, and nephews, as well as cousins and friends whom she loved very much. She is preceded in death by her father, Lester Alan Chitwood and her adoptive mother, Olive Tharp.

A memorial service was held Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at the Latter-Day Saints church. Graveside services are to follow at a later date at the Sunnyside Cemetery in Coupeville, in view of one of her favorite walks.

To say she will be missed is a sentiment of immense understatement.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS JEEPERS! Let’s start a new club! The inaugural meeting of the Whidbey Wranglers, an all Jeep vehicle organization, will be at the Oak Harbor El Cazador restaurant Saturday, February 24 at 5pm. Feel free to contact me at spillerr@ comcast.net for any questions or just show up!

Pregnant? Need baby clothes?

We have them and the price is right–FREE. Pregnancy Care Clinic, open most Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10am to 4pm.

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Be the difference in a child's life and become a foster parent today! Service Alternatives is looking for caring, loving, and supportive families to support foster children. (425) 923-0451 or mostermick@ servalt-cfs.com The Whidbey Island community is encouraged to try out the paddling sport of dragon boating with the Stayin' Alive team. Our team's mission is to promote the physical, social, and emotional benefits of dragon boating. It has been shown to be especially beneficial to cancer survivors.

Practice with us for up to 3 times for free. Life-jackets and paddles provided. Saturdays at the Oak Harbor Marina, 8:45am. Contact njlish@ gmail.com. More info at our Facebook Page: https://www. facebook.com/NorthPugetSou ndDragonBoatClub?ref=hl Medical Marijuana patients unite; If you need assistance, advice, etc. please contact at

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If you or someone you know has been a victim of Homicide, Burglary, Robbery, Assault, Identity Theft, Fraud, Human Trafficking, Home Invasion and other crimes not listed. Victim Support Services has Advocates ready to help. Please call the 24-hr Crisis Line (888) 388-9221. Free Service. Visit our web site at http://victimsupportservices.org

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Looking for Board Members to join the dynamic Board of Island Senior Resources and serve the needs of Island County Seniors. Of particular interest are representatives from North Whidbey. For more information please contact: reception@islandseniorservices.org

JOB MARKET We are looking for a dynamic Account Executive. Applicant has to be able to work autonomously and be self-motivated; must possess exceptional customer service and organizational skills; marketing or advertising background desired.

If you want to join a successful, growing organization and have a strong work ethic, we want to talk to you. Email your cover letter and resume to info@whidbeyweekly.com DRIVERS: Drivers wanted for Whidbey SeaTac Shuttle. CDL/ P2 Preferred, Training available for those without. Full Time, Part Time and weekend openings available. Details at www. seatacshuttle.com or call (360) 679-4003

JEWELRY Wide silver cuff bracelet with a 1-1/4" square blue green dichroic glass and wire wrapped beads, $49 OBO; Multi-stone

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(moss agate, chalcedony etc.) stretch bracelet, $20 OBO; Chrysoprase pendant with interesting silver chain, $75 OBO; Beautiful sterling silver and sapphire earrings, $49 OBO; Glass tube bead (blue/ purple tones) bracelet, $25 OBO; Interesting glass pin in shades of blue, $5. Call (360) 331-1063 (1) Oval amethyst ring set in sterling silver, $45 OBO; White button pearl earrings 8mm, $29 OBO; Pale blue Baroque pearl earrings 9-10mm, $39 OBO. Call (360) 331-1063 (1)

ELECTRONICS Joining two households: Hitachi Ultravision, 42-inch TV on 20-inch base, great picture and stereo sound, $45. Available Feb 3. U-haul, Coupeville, (360) 678-7591. Leave number & I’ll call back. (0)

HOME FURNISHINGS Baby grand piano, Baldwin organ and Chromcraft dinette set. Oak Harbor, (360) 6798778 (0) Joining two households: Trundle bed, stylish curved wooden frame with two mattresses, one slides under, great for the guest room or as twin beds for kids, $65; Blonde sofa set - sofa, matching chair and ottoman, comfortable, some minor cosmetic spots, $25; Utility table, metal legs and laminate top, $15. Items available Feb 3. U-haul, Coupeville, (360) 678-7591. Leave number & I’ll call back. (0)

LAWN AND GARDEN 25 aluminum silver deck post caps, $3 each; 200 feet new 8” heavy waterline, $4 a foot, obo. Can be used for waterline or drain line. (360) 321-1624 Natural Barnyard Topsoil: Good for gardens, flower beds, etc. Unscreened, 10 yard

loads, $225 delivered. South Whidbey (360) 321-1624

MISCELLANEOUS Over 50 LP (vinyl) albums for sale, various artists, pristine condition, $3 each. Call (360) 331-1063 (1) Fujinon binoculars, 10 x 70 fmt-sx with case, mint condition, $400. Call (360) 240-0921 (0)

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Family Tails Dog Rescue needs foster homes! We can't save dogs from high kill shelters without homes for them to stay at while they wait to find their forever home.

1 week to 3 months, a fun and rewarding way to be involved with rescue and also have a dog without the full time commitment.

We pay for everything, you just provide the love and the home.

Please call 360-969-2014 for more info or for an application.

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Looking for Xmas, Bday, Father's Day, or just Gifts in general? These are LOCAL made crafts, I have about 50-60 of these available. They are $16.00/ea, plus shipping if you want them mailed. CASH preferred. Dimensions are: 5-6"W X 17”L. Contact me at ljohn60@gmail.com.

ANIMALS/SUPPLIES If you or someone you know needs help in feeding pet(s), WAIF Pet Food Banks may be able to help. Pet Food Banks are located at WAIF thrift stores in Oak Harbor (50 NE Midway Blvd) and Freeland (1660 Roberta Ave) and are generously stocked by donations from the community. If you need assistance, please stop by.

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Please try to limit your classified to 30 words or less, (amounts and phone numbers are counted as words) we will help edit if necessary. We charge $10/week for Vehicles, Boats, Motorcycles, RVs, Real Estate Rental/Sales, Business Classifieds and any items selling $1,000 and above. We do charge $25 to include a photo. The FREE classified space is not for business use. No classified is accepted without phone number.

We reserve the right to not publish classifieds that are in bad taste or of questionable content. All free classifieds will be published twice consecutively. If you would like your ad to be published more often, you must resubmit it.

Deadline for all submissions is one week prior to issue date.

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