Whidbey Weekly, May 10, 2018

May 10 through May 16, 2018

Penn Cove Water Festival

Saturday, May 12, 2018

In Historic Coupeville Whidbey Island, WA

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Whidbey Island Dance Theatre Presents

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Artistic Director: Charlente Brown • Assistand Artistc Director: Britany Falso

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Zumba & Hula by Ate Flo SW Syrian Refugee Project Knights of Columbus Langley United Methodist Church • Whidbey Island Center for the Arts • 565 Camano Ave, Langley OakWICA Harbor Langley Make reservations to also include: Page 6Preshow brunch @ 1pm • Decadents desserts @ 6pm • No host barPage 9

May 12, 2018 • 2pm & 7pm

Tickets available at: widtonline.org • 360-341-2221 • WIDT Box office: 714 Camano Ave, Langley

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Bits & Pieces 12:00pm-1:00pm: Kai Lund Olsen on guitar with drums 1:30pm-2:30pm: Doug Roraback – guitar and vocal 3:00pm-4:00pm: Darringers Darlings [Submitted by Frank Simpson, Executive Director, Garden Manager]

Washington State Candidate Filing Week, May 14-18, 2018 Worldwide Protest to End Captive Whale and Dolphin Programs Concerned citizens rally to save cetaceans at over 70 events in 23 countries Concerned citizens across the globe will gather on Saturday, May 12 for the 6th Annual Empty The Tanks Worldwide event. Thousands will gather in solidarity to bring awareness to the plight of captive whales and dolphins during this annual event, which spans over 70 event locations across 23 countries. As part of this event, Orca Network and the Langley Whale Center will host a small gathering in Coupeville from 11:00am to 1:00pm in honor of Tokitae/Lolita.

The public is invited to join Orca Network at the intersections of Highway 20 in Coupeville from 11:00am to 1:00pm. This is near where the Penn Cove Captures took place in 1970 and 1971, and many local residents remember those sad days. Lolita/Tokitae, was captured from Penn Cove in 1970, and is the ONLY surviving Southern Resident orca from the capture era and we continue to work toward returning her to her home waters. Bring your enthusiasm and signs – Orca Network will also have some signs available for use. It’s time to Retire Lolita!

[Submitted by Cindy Hansen, Education and Events Coordinator, Orca Network]

Mother’s Day Concert at Meerkerk Looking for a great way to celebrate Mother’s Day? Every year Meerkerk Gardens hosts a Mother’s Day concert, and this year is no exception. Join Meerkerk Gardens on May 13 for a wonderful afternoon of music at the Gazebo against a backdrop of Puget Sound. Coffee and Whidbey Pies will be available and you are welcome to bring along a picnic. Whether it’s your first time, or you have attended in the past, you will not want to miss this once-a-year event.

Meerkerk Gardens is a nonprofit public garden off Highway 525 south of Greenbank, WA. Sited on 53 acres, the gardens spans 13 acres of natural and ornamental trees, with meandering trails through one of the most expansive collections of rhododendron in the Northwest, some as old as fifty years. Coinciding with Mother’s Day, this time of year is the peak season for rhododendron flowers – and this year the display is spectacular. Come early to see the flowers before the event.

Admission is $10. The music line up for this year includes:

Candidates may file for office electronically, via US mail or in person at the Elections Office in Coupeville or at the Camano Annex on Camano Island. All candidate filings and applicable fees must be received in the Island County Elections Office no later than May 18, 2018 at 4:30pm. All candidate filing fees are nonrefundable.

The Island County Elections Office is open during candidate filing week, May 14 thru 18, Monday through Friday, from 8:00am until 4:30pm. A computer is available in the Elections Office for candidates to use when filing for office. If a candidate needs help with filing, staff is available to provide assistance. The Camano Annex is open regular business hours weekly, Monday thru Friday, from 8:00am to 3:00pm.

A lot draw will take place on Friday, May 18, 2018 in the Elections Office in Coupeville at 4:30pm. The lot draw will determine candidate order on the ballot. This process is open to all candidates, campaigns, political parties, party observers, media and members of the public.

Congressional and Legislative candidates will file with the Secretary of State.

Precinct Committee Officers in each precinct are elected in the August Primary. There is no filing fee for Precinct Committee Officer.

Mailing Address: Island County Auditor Elections Office P.O. Box 1410 Coupeville WA 98239-1410 Physical Addresses: Island County Auditor Elections Office 400 N. Main Street Coupeville, WA 98239 Camano Annex 121 N. East Camano Drive Camano Island, WA 98282 To File Electronically, go to www.island countywa.gov/auditor/elections, and follow the prompts for online filing. We suggest candidates retain a copy of their online filing on their computer.

Direct any elections questions, including those regarding electronic filing and fee payments, to elections staff at (360) 679-7366 or by email at elections@co.island.wa.us.

[Submitted by Michele Reagan, Elections Supervisor, Island County Auditor’s Office]

Island County Commissioners Request Public Comment on 2018 Conservation Futures Acquisition Project Since 1995, the Island County Conservation Futures Program has helped fund and maintain acquisitions and conservation easements that have protected over 3,437 acres of open space, habitat, tidelands and farmlands to protect the rural character of Island County and provide recreational opportunities.

The Island County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will hold a public meeting at 11:00am on Tuesday, May 15, in the County Commissioners hearing room located at 1 NE 6th St, Coupeville. The meeting is planned to take public comments and consider the 2018 proposed acquisition project from the Conservation Futures Program.

The 2018 proposed acquisition project is a request for a $650,000 Conservation Futures grant as matching funds for an estimated $990,000 project to purchase 40 acres on the north boundary of the Barnum Point County Park, Camano Island. The project is sponsored by Island County Parks. The Conservation Futures Program Citizens’ Advisory Board has reviewed the project and recommends approval.

At the public meeting, the applicant for proposed acquisition project will make a presentation and answer questions from the BOCC. The BOCC will also take public comment about the project.

Documents related to these proposed projects may be found at: https://www.islandcountywa. gov/GSA/Pages/cff.aspx.

For more information contact Don Mason, CFF Program Coordinator at Island County General Services Administration, (360) 679-7379.

[Submitted by Don Mason]

Public Comments Sought Regarding Potential Fares on Island Transit Fixed & Paratransit Service Island Transit is hosting a series of open house events to obtain public comment on the potential implementation of fares on Island Transit fixed and paratransit services. Over the last three years, the Island Transit team has made significant progress on improving its financial position, much of the credit is due to a significantly improved economy. Developing and implementing the financial recovery plan highlighted the reliance on state and federal grant funding that helps Island Transit cover both operating and capital expenses.

In an effort to look at means to reduce its dependency on grant funding, Island Transit staff researched and assessed the costs and benefits of implementing fares on fixed route and paratransit route services. Information regarding the assessment will be available at the community meetings and members of the

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Island Transit invites the public to attend any of the meetings listed below and provide your comments or suggestions. Comments may be submitted at any of the meetings, by phone (360-678-7771) or email (info@islandtransit. org). Or you can take a short survey at www. islandtransit.org Community Meetings Wednesday, May 16, 5:30pm-7:30pm Freeland Library Thursday, May 17, 3:00pm-5:00pm Camano Library Friday, May 18, 1:30pm-3:30pm Oak Harbor Library Saturday, May 19, 10:00am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Public Hearing: Island Transit Board of Directors Monday, May 21, 9:30am Island Transit Clinton Transportation Open House hosted by the Clinton Community Council Wednesday, May 30, 6:00pm Clinton Community Hall All locations are served by Island Transit bus routes. All facilities are wheelchair accessible.

Special needs will be accommodated upon advance request.

[Submitted by Maribeth Crandell, Island Transit Mobility Specialist]

Whidbey Art Trail Starts 20182019 Year Art comes alive on Whidbey Island May 1st, as the year-round 2018-2019 season of the Whidbey Art Trail opens, celebrating all mediums of creativity. There is glass blowing and fusing, insightful photography, multifaceted indoor and outdoor sculpture, all types of painting from oil to encaustic, fabulous intricate jewelry, and phenomenal weaving using all types of materials.

It is a chance to get “up close and personal” with individual artists in the natural habitat of their studios and to take time to explore the depths of the local galleries and co-ops. Many of these artists sell locally, nationally and internationally. This is a truly unique opportunity to experience art with those who create.

The Trail is open all year-round - some artists have regular hours while others are happy to accommodate visitors with a call ahead.

Please look for additional information on line at https://www.whidbeyarttrail.com. Brochures can also be found on the Whidbey Island ferries, Chambers of Commerce and at various accommodations on Whidbey Island.

[Submitted by Janis Saunders]

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Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St Tickets are $75 each and go to support your landmark Naval Air History Museum.

To RSVP call 360-240-9500 or stop by the museum at 270 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor

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This may be the first column I have ever written on a porch.

Then again, it may not be.

It may just be too cool for my slender stream of sarcasm to surface. It may just be too windy for my hairs to stay in place.

It may just be too sunny for a guy from the northwest with no sunglasses at the ready.

Faith or fear This morning, I am in Bonita, California, cleaning up after a day late Cinco de Mayo party at the grandest hospice I have ever seen. While a hospice may not be your typical celebration location, for my long time buddy, Bad Bobby, it was perfect.

Sunday sunshine, Jersey Mike's subs, greasy pizza, Pepsi-Cola, and the greatest gathering of like minded characters in the history of hospice patios all converged for a convergence.

Bad Bobby is the reason I moved to the northwest 35 years ago. Bobby had hired me to do his television commercials for the Bartending Academy in Seattle, Colorado Springs, and San Diego. His faith in me gave me enough of a slim Jim confidence to do something I had never done–talk for money!

When a dear friend sees something in you that you do not see in yourself, it makes you think.

Back then, half my life ago, I had two questions for myself–Did I have the faith in me Bobby did, or did I have a batch of fear in me?

FAITH–forward action involving the heart.

FEAR–false evidence appearing real.

Don't ya love acronyms?

Thanks to Bobby's encouragement, direction, and vision, we pulled it off. Our ads worked.

The students showed, they learned, and they graduated, many with jobs at the ready, thanks to Bobby's placement programs.

When you are a kid, not listening to anyone's advice, it takes awhile to learn from one's mistakes without making them.

I have had more than my share of regrets in life, but there is one for sure act I do not regret–moving to Whidbey Island.

But for Bad Bobby's insistence, I might still be floundering in the sea of confusion that comes from living in Hollywood, listening to the advice of others who are not life long friends, but energy vampires who hang out with bored poltergeists.

Like First Lady Barbara Bush said, life comes down to three things–Faith, family, and friends.

Try to play catch with your Dad while he is changing the oil.

Mom could play catch with me with a game of solitaire going on the dining room table, Kate Smith on the TV, and a Salem cigarette burning in the ashtray next to her six-and-ahalf ounce bottle of Coca-Cola with the city and state of the bottler in raised letters on the bottom.

Mom helped me diagram sentences.

Mom showed me Latin and French words while Dad was teaching us Ozarkian.

Mom made sure I was always the last boy down in our elementary school spelling bees.

Mom knew I would never beat Susan Tracy.

Every night after dinner, but before Jock Mahoney and Dickie Jones rode through the sagebrush on “The Range Rider,” Mom would sit me down at the dining room table, a rich mahogany, push the doilies aside, and break out pencil and paper.

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Mom took me to words through libraries, book stores, dictionaries, Scrabble, and the Saturday Evening Post.

Then there was the day on our four-foot by four-foot standing-room-only porch in Upper Arlington, Ohio, a 1950s suburban getaway north of Columbus, that Mom advised me to no longer use the word “queer.”

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“No, Jimmy, it doesn't mean what you think it means. Just use the word 'odd' from now on.”

Of course, I thought her advice was pretty strange in 4th grade, but then, so was every girl in Mrs. Herbert's classroom.

Mom would surely get a kick out of Langley's annual celebration known as Queer Pride Day. Times have changed, Mom. If Mom were around this Mother's Day for an ears on conversation, I might ask her if she ever thought how important words are, even when we do not say them.

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I don't know about you, but I think in words.

Not pictures or visions or images. Just plain old words.

Of course, now that I am older, I think in a larger font.

Big fonts are also much easier to think in and hear.

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Words speak volumes to me.

Nobody does it better.

Words speak joy.

Thank you, Bobby, for making it real.

Words comfort.

Mom alert As usual, this Sunday's Mother's Day will be filled with joyful reminiscence.

Words are awesome.

Words speak hope.

I remember asking my brother Lew years ago how things were going with his world back in Arlington, Virginia.

“Everything is copacetic here.”

I didn't want to ask my big brother what copacetic meant, but it took me two weeks to find it in the dictionary.

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No matter how disrespectful I may have treated her in my punkdom, Mom was still my best friend growing up, even after I got in trouble for sneaking a Fats Domino 45rpm record into the house.

If you can, hug yours real, and hug her good.

Moms teach us more than Dads.

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Those were the days when my pencil was almost as long as my adolescent forearm.

In Bonita yesterday, we called that hitting the “Bad Bobby Trifecta.”

Even though Mom was our Mom, she was first and foremost my Mom.

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Despite the frustration of countless hours of writing and re-writing my spelling words, I know all those hours led me to this one.

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In my life, I think Mom's biggest impact was teaching me to love words. I bet deep down she must have known I would be using my share.

Words speak conviction.

Ever since our Mom died unexpectedly fifty years ago this week, at the tender age of fifty, Mother's Day has been a mixed bag for me. While I have no problem honoring mothers, or respecting mothers, or being absolutely amazed at mothers, I sure miss mine.

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a civilian pilot in the Olympic Mountains, Wednesday, May 2, 2018.

The SAR crew was notified of a private plane crash in the Olympic Mountains shortly after 8:15am. Shortly thereafter the SAR crew lifted off from NAS Whidbey Island with a team of five and headed toward the suspected location of the downed aircraft. While enroute, the SAR crew received the phone number of the pilot and were able to contact him to get his exact location.

The SAR crew arrived on scene just after 9:00am and immediately saw the crashed private plane on the side of a ridgeline and the pilot on top of a ridge approximately 175 yards above the wreckage. The crew hoisted the pilot aboard the SAR helicopter and transported him to Olympic Medical Center in Port Angeles, Wash. for higher care.

This was the second rescue of 2018 for NAS Whidbey Island SAR, which has also conducted two searches and two medical evacuations this calendar year.

The Navy SAR unit operates three MH-60S helicopters from NAS Whidbey Island as search and rescue/medical evacuation (SAR/MEDEVAC) platforms for the EA-18G aircraft as well as other squadrons and personnel assigned to the installation. Pursuant to the National SAR Plan of the United States, the unit may also be used for civil SAR/MEDEVAC needs to the fullest extent practicable on a non-interference basis with primary military duties according to applicable national directives, plans, guidelines and agreements; specifically, the unit may launch in response to tasking by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (based on a Washington State Memorandum of Understanding) for inland missions, and/or tasking by the United States Coast Guard for all other aeronautical and maritime regions, when other assets are unavailable.

[Submitted by Thomas Mills, NAS Whidbey Island]

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Whidbey Weekly Counties Certify Passage of Library Levy The Sno-Isle Libraries operations levy is officially approved.

Canvassing boards in Snohomish and Island counties each met on Friday, May 4, 2018, and certified the April 24 election results.

The measure passed with a combined 50.46-percent yes votes to 49.54-percent no votes.

“We know that voting for property taxes is a difficult decision for voters,” Sno-Isle Libraries Executive Director Jonalyn Woolf-Ivory said.

“While the library district has a long history of public-funds stewardship, the slim margin of passage is a reminder that we must show voters the value they are receiving from their tax dollars every day.”

Woolf-Ivory noted that in addition to waiting nine years between levy-adjustment requests, the library district has received 31 straight years of clean audits from the state Auditor’s Office.

“Now that the levy is approved, we will continue with that same thoughtful approach to our stewardship of public funds,” WoolfIvory said. “We hear the message from those who supported the measure and we are just as mindful of the feelings and concerns of those who voted ‘No.’ Our goal is to continue to serve everyone.”

The approved ballot measure will add 9 cents to the levy rate starting in 2019. The rate will go from the current 38 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value to 47 cents. In subsequent years, the levy rate adjusts to keep levy revenue to the library district within the annual limits outlined in state law. As property values rise, the levy rate is adjusted downward. If property values go down, the rate can go up, but never higher than 50 cents.

“Our intent is to follow the same course as in 2009,” Woolf-Ivory said. “We will maintain services with some of the funds and some will go to a reserve account. When expenses outstrip revenue due to the state cap, we’ll

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begin using the reserve to postpone returning to voters about the levy for as long as possible.”

Securing that long-term funding didn’t happen by itself, she said.

“Passing this levy at this time would not have been possible without the committed efforts of the independent friends-of-thelibrary groups, advisory boards and community members across the library district,” WoolfIvory said.

The levy provides 98-percent of the library district’s funding. With the measure approved, library staff have plenty to look forward to in serving customers and communities, she said.

“We are focused on helping children get ready to read in kindergarten, building civic engagement with programs like Issues That Matter and supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners in strengthening our economy,” Woolf-Ivory said. “And, with the schoolyear end in sight, we’re getting our ‘Explore Summer’ program ready. What could be better?”

[Submitted by Jim Hills, Public Information Manager, Sno-Isle Libraries]

Volunteers Needed to Help at Historic Jacob and Sarah Ebey House

ical Reserve. A crew of about 30 volunteers currently staffs the house in pairs, talking about history, answering questions or chatting about our community. The docents are registered through a National Park Service program called Volunteers in Parks. Logged volunteer hours help provide funding that supports the program.

The perfect docent is someone who enjoys meeting and sharing information with people.

Most enjoy the time they spend in one of the oldest historic residences in Washington State, overlooking Ebey’s Prairie.

Prospective docents should not worry if they don’t have a detailed knowledge of Reserve history. Staff and docents work together to learn and everyone helps each other. A number of docents have served since the house first opened in 2011 and play a lead role helping newcomers anticipate the questions visitors are most likely to ask.

Docents tend to customize their experience according to an area of interest. Part of signing up is telling the staff something about your interests. Some docents enjoy helping children complete an activity book and achieve Junior Ranger status (complete with an oath and badge). Some use their time to research and create historically accurate clothing that would have been worn on the prairie in the 1850s.

Others are interested in the house’s architecture, including a number who have participated in preserving historic structures around the Reserve.

Whatever their interest, most of the docents tend to comment on the pleasure they get from helping visitors and talking with people from all over the world.

Long time volunteer docents Al Sherman and Roger Sherman at the Jacob and Sarah Ebey House

The historic Jacob and Sarah Ebey House will open Saturday, May 26 and the volunteer docents who welcome the public are looking for some company.

The Ebey House is one of the historic resources of Ebey’s Landing National Histor-

The plank-framed Ebey House was built in 1856 by Jacob and Sarah Ebey, parents of Isaac Ebey who was the first to claim land in this area under the 1850 Donation Land Claim Act. The log blockhouse adjacent to the home was built in 1857 and is also open to the public.

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Lions Club Blood Drive Thursday, May 10, 9:00am-5:00pm First United Methodist Church, Oak Harbor Sponsored by the Oak Harbor Lions Club.

Please register online at www.psbc.org or 1-800-398-7888 for an appointment or as a walk-in. Please remember to bring your ID or Blood Donor card with you. The Lions will have treats and beverages for donors. The church is located at 1050 SE Ireland St.

Island Herb Vendor Day Thursday, May 10, 3:00pm-6:00pm Island Herb, Freeland Representatives from Solstice 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

Guys & Dolls Thursday, May 10, 7:00pm Friday, May 11, 7:00pm Saturday, May 12, 7:00pm Oak Harbor High School The OHHS Fine Arts Department presents a musical fable of Broadway based on a story and characters of Damon Runyon. Music and lyrics by Frank Loesser. Book by Jo Sterling and Abe Burrows. Directed by Linda McLean.

Produced by Darren McCoy and Melissa Gibson. Festival seating tickets are $10 for students, $15 for adults, and available at the door beginning at 6:15pm for each show.

SUVA 93rd Birthday & Welcome Home Party Friday, May 11, 4:00pm-6:00pm Coupeville Wharf Join the Coupeville Maritime Heritage Foundation as it welcomes Schooner Suva back to Penn Cove and celebrate her 93rd birthday.

Enjoy birthday cake, dockside tours and maritime merriment! For more information, visit www.schoonersuva.org

The Next Generation Concert Friday, May 11, 7:00pm Sunday, May 13, 3:00pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland Free Admission Whidbey Island Community Orchestra, Cynthia Morrow, Conductor, performing Grieg, Glazunov, Anderson, Haydn and Mendelssohn.

Featuring performances by its next generation of soloists, Quinn Pease, Avrey Scharwat, Carli Newman and Dustin Scharwat. Reception to follow.

Live Music: Tom Mullin Friday, May 11, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Tom Mullin plays acoustic favorites of the Woodstock generation. No cover. For more information, call (360) 682-5747 or visit www. penncovebrewing.com

Star Party Friday, May 11, begins at dark Prairie Overlook next to Coupeville Cemetery Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, planets and nebulas at this free public Star Party hosted by the Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS). No telescope is needed and people of all ages are welcome to attend. Be sure and dress warmly and note that the event will be canceled if the weather is cloudy. For more information, contact Bob Scott at ICAS_ President@outlook.com, or visit www.icas-wa. org.

Island County Master Gardener Plant Sale Saturday, May 12, 9:00am-1:00pm Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Road Wide selection of perennials, native plants, shrubs, and veggies for sale. There will also be an expert Master Gardener on hand to help you identity any of your plant problems. Let the personal shoppers help you choose the right plants to purchase for your property.

Soroptimist Shred Event Saturday, May 12, 10:00am-1:00pm Whidbey Island Bank, 5590 Harbor Ave, Freeland Time to spring clean your filing cabinets.

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High Tea Saturday, May 12, 12:00pm Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St. $15 per person Tea includes a gracious selection of finger sandwiches, scones, quiche, tea cakes and cookies. Fancy hats encouraged. Limited seating available. Tickets available at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. Call (360) 279-4580 for more information.

Celebration of Dance!

Saturday, May 12, 2:00pm & 7:00pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley Presented by Whidbey Island Dance Theatre on Mother’s Day weekend, the Island’s local pre-professional dance company will excite the audience and display true talent of young dance artists. Professional and local choreographers are setting a diverse group of works that will showcase many different styles and genres of dance. Tickets available at widtonline.org or (360) 341-2221.

Come to Zech Hall before the matinee performance from 12:30pm-1:30pm for a special Mother’s Day mini brunch buffet and mimosa’s; or before the evening show from 5:30pm-6:30pm for desserts and small bites.

There will be a no host bar as well. Tickets are extra and available online up to 24 hours before the performance or at the door.

Live Music: Coach Phillips Saturday, May 12, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Coach Phillips is a Seattle-based indie pop/rock band currently comprised of Wade Phillips, Jessica Kim, and Chet Baughman, with support from bassist Tom Moskal (of La Fille) and guitarist Sabee Grewal (of Curtains). No cover.

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Rustica is located at 670 SE Pioneer Way. For more information, call (360) 675-4053.

Community Swing Band Rehearsal Wednesday, May 16, 10:00am South Whidbey Community Center, Langley Are you a Whidbey Island senior who loves playing Big Band music? An extensive library of Basie, Ellington, Anthony, Miller, Kenton, Brown, and Q. Jones; Charts arranged by Niehaus, Nestico, Jones, Wolpe, J. Williams and others available. If you are interested but cannot attend, call Dale Zeigler at (425) 269-9029. The South Whidbey Community Center is located at 723 Camano Ave.

Pop Up Diner Wednesday, May 16, 3:00pm-8:00pm Thursday, May 17, 3:00pm-8:00pm Coachman Inn, 32959 SR 20, Oak Harbor $19.50 per person Enjoy a delicious buffet presented by ShoNuff Foods. To Go orders welcome. Reservations required for meal planning. For reservations or more information, visit www. shonufffoods.com or call (360) 471-7780.

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Wednesday, May 16, 6:00pm & 7:00pm Zorba’s Restaurant, 32955 SR 20, Oak Harbor Come fill your belly with delicious spaghetti, tossed salad, garlic bread and a drink while helping The Incredible Bankers of Whidbey Island Bank raise money for Relay for Life. Two seatings available. Tickets are $14 and can be purchased at the door or from any team member at Oak Harbor or Midway Whidbey Island Bank.

Island Herb Vendor Day Friday, May 18, 3:00pm-6:00pm Island Herb, Freeland Representatives from Suspended 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

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Penn Cove Water Festival celebrates rich cultural heritage Photo Courtesy of Penn Cove Water Festival Association Traditional Native American canoe races are expected to draw big crowds to the Penn Cove Water Festival Saturday in Coupeville. Festival hours are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; canoe racing begins fron the boat launch at 12:30 p.m.

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly For more than a quarter century, the Penn Cove Water Festival has sought to celebrate Whidbey Island’s rich Native American heritage and its water resources. This year will be no different, as the festival returns to Coupeville Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The annual family-friendly event, put on by volunteers of the Penn Cove Water Festival Association, includes Native American arts and crafts, artist demonstrations, storytellers, music and dance performances, authentic Native American foods, youth activities, exhibits and displays, and the always popular canoe races.

The opening ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on the main stage at the corner of Front and Alexander Streets near the Coupeville Wharf. From that point, it’s easy to find family fun and activities to enjoy before the canoe races get started at the boat launch around 12:30 p.m.

“I really think starting in town works well, because the festival opens at 11 a.m., and then people can wend their way through the educational exhibits, arts and crafts and entertainment,” said Vicky Reyes, president of the Penn Cove Water Festival Association. “It’s an easy walk to the boat launch. There are viewpoints along the wharf and along Front Street, but I highly recommend getting down to the launch at some point and seeing how it all happens.”

Special Storytelling Event!

Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Pacific Rim Institute, 180 Parker Rd., Coupeville Kick off the Penn Cove Water Festival early with storytelling around the bonfire with anthropologist and lecturer Lou LaBombard.

The canoe races, which have several different divisions, will continue throughout the remainder of the day with teams from several area tribes competing. The races were first held in Coupeville in 1930, before World War II brought the early version of the festival to an end. Since the festival’s revival in 1992, the races have remained one of the most popular elements of the event.

Other activities highlight the important role the Pacific Northwest’s original residents played in shaping and preserving the land – a rich history of which many may be unaware.

“I think what many might not know is that truly the Salish were a peaceful nation,” said Reyes. “They were hunters and gatherers and lived off the land very successfully, even managing the land to some extent to ensure crops survived.

Photo Courtesy of Penn Cove Water Festival Association This year’s Penn Cove Water Festival is dedicated to the memory of Jackie Feusier, pictured here with her husband, Joe Walck.

“Because they were hunters and gatherers, they used what they had,” she continued. “They made their clothing and hats from cedar bark. They used everything and they always asked forgiveness. They were very reverent of the land and their surroundings.”

For the past several years, Feusier used designs bequeathed to the PCWFA by artist Roger Perdue – including this year’s White Raven - to create the unique posters, T-shirts, fine art prints and advertising that has been a hallmark of the festival.

Look for details of that history to be passed on at the festival through the storytellers and performers, Reyes said.

“During the opening ceremony we have a replica of the special paddle we give first-place winners at the races showing the festival is dedicated to Jackie and we’ll be presenting that to her husband, Joe Walck,” Reyes said, adding that an AED unit installed at the boat launch was placed in Feusier’s honor as well. A special paddle will also be presented to Vracien’s husband, Wylie.

“I suppose many of the songs and stories are similar to other native tribes, but those of the Pacific Northwest will have their own twist on it,” she said. “I love the entertainment. The culmination of the day when the Tsimshian Haayuuk Dancers perform and invite the community to join in, it’s the perfect ending to a perfect day.”

Photo Courtesy of Penn Cove Water Festival Association Music and dancing also play a huge role in the Penn Cove Water Festival, taking place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday in Coupeville.

Perfect days like this don’t happen without a lot of work by a lot of people. It takes about 150 volunteers to pull this event together and Reyes said the festival association is always looking for people who want to volunteer. She said they are also looking for new board members, following the passing of longtime bread chairman Ginny Vracien and community activist and graphic artist Jackie Feusier.

This year’s Water Festival is dedicated to Feusier’s memory.

Reyes anticipates as many as 4,000 visitors will attend the water festival. A complete list of the performers, maps and festival history can be found online at www.penncovewaterfestival.com. Anyone interested in donating a loaf of homebaked bread to be presented to honored Native American guests, entertainers and canoe clubs is welcome to drop them off Friday at the Coupeville United Methodist Church. Anyone interested in volunteering may email penncovewater festival@gmail.com, noting “volunteer” in the subject line.

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we have helped save hundreds of lives in our community hospitals throughout Western Washington. To donate, just drop in at 608 North Main Street or you may schedule an appointment: DonorSched@Bloodworksnw.org or call 1-800-398-7888. For more information, call Sue Hartin at (503) 789-3595.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Lit for Fun Book Group Thursday, May 10, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library

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Join us for a discussion of John Irving’s “A Widow for One Year,“ a multilayered love story of astonishing emotional force. For adults.

2nd Friday Nonfiction Book Group Friday, May 11, 10:30am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Enjoy reading nonfiction? Bring a friend and join the discussion of “The Telling Room” by Michael Paterniti.

Farmers Market Book Sales Saturdays, May 12, 19 & 26, 10:00am-2:00pm Coupeville Farmers Market Shop locally at the Friends of the Library book nook for your “picks of the day!” Books for all seasons.

Painting Tulips with Carla Walsh Saturday, May 12, 11:00am Clinton Library Join artist Carla Walsh to learn how to paint watercolor tulips in this fun, free class. All materials are supplied. Parents, grandparents and caregivers are welcome to participate. Carla is a local artist and art teacher who provides easy tips for beginning painters.

Radical Robots with the Pacific Science Center Saturday, May 12, 2:00pm Freeland Library Meet Kibo, the robot, and use it to develop and optimize programs and complete challenges while discovering the world of robotics and basic program design

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North Sound Writers Group Monday, May 14, 10:00am-1:00pm Freeland Library Join other writers to discuss problem solve share and receive feedback and work on the craft of writing. Everyone is welcome. For more information about this group visit northsoundwriters.com 3rd Tuesday Book Group Tuesday, May 15, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library

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Join us for a great book discussion of Celeste Ng’s “Little Fires Everywhere,” which explores the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, and the ferocious pull of motherhood.

Religious Services Prayer Group 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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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 is 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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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.

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 Sundays, 4:00pm-5:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland Whidbey Island 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.

Meetings & Organizations Republican Women of North Whidbey Thursday, May 10, 11:30am Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St. Cost: $10 per person

Enjoy a tasty lunch and meet other like-minded ladies. Our speaker this month is Lane Campbell, who recently announced his run for Island County Sheriff. Officer Lane has a 37+ year career in law enforcement with 27 of those years with Island County Sheriff’s Department where is currently serves as a road deputy.

He will share his vision for the community if elected sheriff followed by a Q & A. For more information, contact Rita Bartell Drum at (631) 707-5980 or Ritaddrum777@gmail.com

Fibro Friends Thursday, May 10, 10:00am-11:30am Neil’s Clover Patch, Langley A new support group for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue sufferers. Purpose is to be supportive of one another, share our stories and make friends. For more information, email Karen at kjiles@whidbeyisland.com

Greenbank Progressive Club Monthly Potluck Dinner & Meeting Thursday, May 10, 6:00pm Bakken & Firehouse Roads Clubhouse, Greenbank 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 May will be SherWHAT'S GOING ON

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away at the first sign you are covering old ground. On the 10th, try asking yourself not how you can get out of the situation, but how much of yourself you can put into it.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) In your dealings with others, it’s an excellent week to focus on the points you and they have in common. That may be easier said than done, in the face of opinions that run to extremes. When emotions come into play, as they certainly will, remembering your commonalties is the way to avoid letting conversations descend into attack and defend arguments. Pointing out the obvious wins you no friends on the 10th.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) It’s good to remember, when you are under pressure to side with one person against another this week, that there are many sides to every story.

Going with surface appearances is hazardous at any time, but these days, especially. Giving yourself time to sniff out the details before locking in your position will save you many headaches. Precise use of language on the 10th makes full use of silence where silence is best.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) You can’t change the past, but you can make peace with it this week. Let events show you how to proceed. A playful approach to life, besides adding spice to your day, introduces the possibility of revealing some hidden dynamics in your work relationships.

Everyone stands to benefit by what awaits discovery, but most of all you. Be yourself on the 10th and be prepared to discover that your limitations are less than you thought.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Acting on your philosophies and beliefs carries you far this week, especially when done in concert with like-minded people. Working together in a spirit of cooperation, whether in personal or business relationships, introduces exactly the element of thoughtful and disciplined creativity that breeds success.

Opportunities to collaborate are all about on the 10th. Try as you may, you won’t always see them coming.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) New beginnings are well undertaken this week, and the most promising won’t necessarily involve advance planning and preparation. Spur of the moment inspirations are likely, some of which hold promise. Others are best let go as quickly as they come. Your task is to know the difference, and it won’t be an easy one. Your most promising avenue on the 10th may be the one you’re least sure of, so don’t hesitate to explore.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Significant changes are possible this week affecting your material and financial status.

Opportunities that you passed up the first time around may appear before you again. If you weren’t ready to act on them the first time, it’s possible you are ready now, so don’t shy

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) The question for you this week, regardless of what you do, is not how much you can wrangle from others, but how much you can give. If you’ve been thinking only of yourself, that little change in your approach will work wonders. Accept people for what they are on the 10th and realize they are on their own path. They may or may not appreciate your efforts, but you’re not in it for approval.

Giving the gift of yourself is it’s own reward.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Avenues and possibilities that earlier were blocked to you open up in a big way this week. Your present limits are not what they were, so be sure you are thinking in present time. Staying stuck in what was holds you back needlessly. Friendly competition is a good way to advance yourself. Let others be pleasantly surprised when you do things they thought you couldn’t do. Friendly is the key word on the 10th. Be wary of overdoing it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Expectations are counterproductive this week, and most of all those that make demands on the behavior of other people.

Attempts to control others will get you into trouble every time.

Prejudging the situation on the 10th is most likely a form of self-fulfilling prophecy, so be careful what you think. Positive thoughts lead to positive behavior, which leads to positive outcomes. Family members figure prominently.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Color 4. English prince 10. When you’ll get there

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Increased stamina and physical energy are to be expected this week, with a proportionate increase in the impact you have on other people. The world can't help but sit up and take notice of you. Strong first impressions are easily formed, making this a good time for cultivating the attentions of people key to promoting your enterprises. All of this carries over into your personal life on the 10th.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) Even at your diplomatic best you’re likely to behave with a high degree of intensity this week. Over emphasizing matters will arouse opposition from quarters that would prefer to be on your side. Blockages to your efforts that have long been in place are removed now, meaning you can accomplish more with less effort. In short, you can stop trying so hard. Quirky circumstance favors you on the 10th.

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) The wild card and bringer of good in your life this week is someone you know well, perhaps even a member of your own family. Welcome change in a situation that has grown intolerable is possible as a result. Your own hand plays a major role in unfolding events, but in ways that won’t become clear until later. This means you can relax and not try to over-control the situation. Siblings are important on the 10th. © 2018, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

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52. Starbucks size

25. Unusually large

53. Ancient Roman garment

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56. Heavenly bodies

32. Large orange-brown butterfly

22. What you owe

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59. Exchanged

35. Women’s apartments in a Muslim palace

12. Actinium 14. Greek letter 15. Primordial matter

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60. Int’l organization

26. Trauma center

38. One who waters down

27. CNN anchor Burnett

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5. Miami Heat great

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9. Where injured ballplayers end up

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12. As quickly as can be done

41. Made a visual representation of 43. Continent

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FILL HER UP! - FEEDING MOM ON MOTHER’S DAY. How do we go about telling the wonderful women in our lives Happy Mother’s Day? Can we even begin to find the words to tell them how awesome they are? Are words enough?

Is there another way? These are all questions that go through my mind when I think of how best to wish my amazing mother a Happy Mother's Day and sometimes I feel words fall short of how fabulous she is. When this happens and if she’s visiting me at the time, I like to pamper her by cooking for her all day. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.

These women fed and nurtured us from the time we were but tiny little things. Surely, it’s a grand thing to be able to let these ladies put their feet up while we prepare delicious meals for them. But moms are as diverse as everything else in the world, so what does each mom like? While this is all down to personal preference, I wanted to include a few recipes here that your mom might thoroughly enjoy, and who knows, everyone else might love the meals too!

Now, let's start with breakfast. Allow your mom to have a lie in and get to work preparing some eggs in a basket. I’ve always called these birdies in a nest, but it’s the same thing.

This is one of the simplest breakfasts that can be made and you can put any spin on it. All you need is one egg per each slice of bread, butter, salt and pepper. Cut a circle out of the center of your piece of bread and then put a little butter in the pan to ensure neither the egg nor the bread stick. Put the bread in the pan with a half teaspoon of extra butter in the hole. Crack an egg into this hole and use a spatula to jiggle the egg white around until it cooks. When the egg looks pretty set, turn the bread and egg over and cook on the other side. Now, while you’re doing this – and keeping a close eye on it – toast the circles, because these little rounds of tastiness can be used to dip into the yolk - if that’s how mom likes her eggs, of course. Remove egg

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and bread from the pan and salt and pepper as needed. Now, this is where we can get creative! Plate expertly with a side of fruit – seasonal berries, perhaps – with a small bowl of Greek yogurt, honey and slivered almonds.

Serve on a tray alongside a cup of joe (in bed, of course!) and allow her some relaxation while she eats. In fact, this whole breakfast can be taken in so many directions. Why cut just circles out of the bread? Try some hearts, or any cookie cutter shape you might have.

Maybe top the egg with her favorite cheese; pepper jack, cheddar, anything she likes. Oh, and while we’re at it, serve those berries with thick, decadent whipped cream. Nothing but the best for mom!

If your mom doesn’t fancy eggs, then run with whatever she says she’s in the mood for. Maybe it's French toast. Go all out. Use brioche instead of thick-sliced white bread.

If mom prefers oatmeal, spice that up! Add some cinnamon, dates, walnuts and a drizzle of maple syrup. Whatever mom is in the mood for, indulge her on her special day.

Though, I must slow down a little. I’m getting ahead of myself. If your mom just wants to sleep in on her day, then leave her be. Have lunch ready for her when she gets up after her lengthy morning slumber. But what to cook? How about some avocado toast? No, it’s not just a passing phase, but a very trendy come-and-go thing at the moment. It’s also an incredibly delicious, rather healthy way to get omega 3’s and 6’s, among other nutrients. So how can we serve this without being bland? Let’s dress up our avocado toast. We could start with some sourdough toast and atop that, spread mashed avocado that has been spruced up with a little lemon juice, salt and pepper. Next, add thick slices of tomato and a couple slices of crispy bacon, et voila!

Bacon and tomato avocado toast. But that’s not all my friends, oh no. We can really take lunch up a notch or two. Let’s prepare some pasta salad to go with this. Boil some bow tie or fusilli pasta and set aside to cool. Next prepare the dressing by mixing together ¾

cup of extra virgin olive oil, ¾ cup red wine vinegar, ¼ cup sugar, 1 tablespoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Use a whisk to stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Next, cut some salami into ¼-inch pieces and mix with 2 cups chopped green and red peppers, 2 cups diced tomatoes, 1 cup chopped red onions, and 1/3 cup black or green olives and grated parmesan to sprinkle on top. Mix the pasta, dressing and salad-mix items together and toss well to coat everything. This is one of my favorite pasta salads and sometimes, if I have left over asparagus, I like to chop that up and add it in as well.

Hopefully your mom will like it as much as mine does!

But if your mom is busy or at work and the first meal she can sit down to enjoy at home is dinner, then let’s go all out for that! How about a nice chicken dish? Something simple yet sophisticated in a rustic kind of way. Let me tell you about a recipe I recently found online in my endless pursuit of all things food. It’s from https://cafedelites.com and it’s positively mouth-watering! Honey, garlic and chicken all on one plate, what more could one want from a meal? The recipe calls for chicken thighs, but you could always use breasts, too. Take about 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs and season with salt, pepper and 2 teaspoons garlic powder. Set these aside. Heat a skillet over a medium to high heat and sear the chicken thighs (or breasts) on both sides until golden on the outside.

Reduce the heat, cover with a lid and continue cooking, turning every five minutes until done and cooked through completely – no pink. Drain most of the juice and continue to cook, adding 1/3 cup honey, ¼ cup water, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Increase heat to medium/ high and cook until the sauce ingredients reduce and thicken. Coat the chicken with this sauce, remove from heat, plate and garnish as desired – fresh parsley and chopped green onions is the way to go for sure! Serve with some steamed jasmine rice and her favorite beverage and watch her enjoy!

Dear readers, of course you can always take mom out to her favorite restaurant – especially if it’s something she hardly ever gets to do - it might be a welcome treat. If, however, you decide to fill her up with love and food, then preparing the meals yourself will not go unappreciated, that’s for sure! To all the wonderful mothers out there, have a fabulous Mother’s Day! Please do send any and all comments, questions and certainly recipes you would like to share to letsdish.whidbey weekly@gmail.com and we can do exactly that – Dish!

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AAUW Whidbey Island Branch Saturday, May 12, 9:30am Coupeville United Methodist Church The American Association of University Women meeting begins with social time, program begins at 10:00am. Janet St. Clair, Executive Director of Sound Water Stewards, will give an overview of the program including what is done in Island County, the diversity of creatures in our Salish Sea, how to get involved and make a difference in your own backyard, and local and state policies that impact the Sound.

Prospective members welcome. For more information, please contact Faye Lovvorn at flovvorn@comcast.net or Elree Harris at elree64@gmail.com.

Genealogical Society of South Whidbey Island Monday, May 14, 12:45pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland We offer fellowship and support to anyone interested in genealogy. New members and guests are always welcome.

Program: “Hidden Finds in Church Records” by Janet Camarata. Church histories include early church experiences, historical images, biographies, genealogies, interviews, stories and more for enhancing family history. If lucky, our own ancestors may appear in those histories.

Open forum @ 11:45am. Bring Your Genealogy Questions and Brick Walls.

Beginning Education class @ 11:45am.

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By Carey Ross A Quiet Place: John Krasinski directs himself and wife Emily Blunt (who elevates every project she takes on) in this smart, truly terrifying creature feature in which silence isn’t just golden, it’s a matter of life and death.

With a tagline of “If they hear you, they hunt you,” this one will haunt you. ★★★★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 30 min.)

Avengers: Infinity War: By the time you read this, this movie will be closing in on $1 billion in worldwide box office and it’s only been out a week. Marvel Cinematic Universe, I am officially afraid of you. ★★★★ (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 36 min.)

Bad Samaritan: This is a movie in which a woman is kidnapped (I’m guessing from the gag in her mouth that she is more prop than actual human) and all of the men involved make her life worse until one of them rescues her. You know, the basic plot of 98 percent of all action movies in existence.

Hard pass. ★★ (R • 1 hr. 47 min.)

Black Panther: This film just blew by $1 billion in worldwide box office. Between this and "Wonder Woman" (the other topgrossing superhero origin story of all time), looks like that age-old Hollywood belief that it takes a white male to anchor a successful big-budget blockbuster franchise is like so many other age-old beliefs: untrue and outdated. Get with the times, Tinseltown.

Representation = $$$. ★★★★★ (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 14 min.)

Blockers: A teen sex comedy that puts horny girls looking to lose their virginity at the center of the story, taps the considerable comedic gifts of Leslie Mann, and begs the question of who is the better pro-wrestlerturned-comedic-actor: John Cena or the Rock. ★★★★ (R • 1 hr. 42 min.)

Blumhouse’s Truth or Dare: I guess when your company produces "Paranormal Activity" (budget: $15,000; box office revenue: $200 million-plus) and then you follow it up with a couple of Oscar nods (for "Whiplash" and "Get Out"), you get to tag your name onto your movie’s titles (even when it’s illadvised to do so), like this one starring Lucy Hale about a game of Truth or Dare that has some horrific consequences. ★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 40 min.)

Breaking In: Gabrielle Union is a woman not to be trifled with who is trifled with when her children are kidnapped, forcing her to kick way too much ass all over the place. ★★★(PG-13 • 1 hr. 28 min.)

I Feel Pretty: Amy Schumer (insecure, wears Spanx) receives a head injury in a SoulCycle

class, gains the self-confidence of a supermodel and begins to win at life. If this is the body-positivity message you’re looking for, and you’d like it to come from a white, blonde, conventionally pretty woman, I guess this is the movie for you. ★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 50 min.)

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Life of the Party: Melissa McCarthy, funniest woman alive not named Kate McKinnon or Tiffany Haddish, is ridiculous and hilarious in every role she plays, while also choosing projects not worthy of her considerable comedic gifts. Will this caper about a divorced mom who goes back to college be a hit ("Spy") or a miss ("Tammy")? ★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 45 min.)

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Overboard: This gender-swapped remake of the 1987 Goldie Hawn/Kurt Russell comedy probably won’t live up to the charms of its predecessor, but if tapping Anna Faris–more Goldie’s comedic heir apparent than her own daughter, Kate Hudson–to star wasn’t a stroke of inspired casting, I don’t know what is. ★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 50 min.)

Rampage: Just a few months ago, we were having a serious national debate about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as a possible presidential candidate and now here he is starring in this movie with a giant ape.

America, get your s**t together. ★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 47 min.)

Sherlock Gnomes: The initial chapter of this animated series featuring garden gnomes gone wild was "Gnomeo and Juliet." What’s next? A Christmas movie called "Gnome for the Holidays?" "Sweet Gnome Alabama?"

"A Prairie Gnome Companion?" "Gnomeward Bound?" "Gnome is Where the Heart Is?" The possibilities are endless. ★ (PG • 1 hr. 26 min.)

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Super Troopers 2: If you liked the first "Super Troopers," you’ll like the sequel. The bar is not exactly sky-high here, folks. ★ (R • 1 hr. 39 min.)

Tully: Written by Diablo Cody ("Juno, Young Adult"), directed by Jason Reitman (also "Juno," "Young Adult"), and starring Charlize Theron ("Young Adult," Furiosa), this comedy about an overwrought mother gifted a nanny was made for me, but I’ll let you watch it too. ★★★★★ (R • 1 hr. 34 min.)

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August 5, 1954 – April 22, 2018 Steve Gavigan passed away peacefully April 22, 2018 at the age of 63. He was born in Tacoma August 5, 1954 to John and Marion Gavigan; and has been an Oak Harbor resident since 1980.

Steve was a loving father, hard worker, and great friend to many. He owned Hizzoners Deli in Oak Harbor, and most recently worked for All Island Pest Control servicing the south end of Whidbey Island. He loved all things that involved sports and ran his own fantasy football league. The memory of Steve will live on through the many friends he has accumulated over the years he has spent working in customer service.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, his son Sean, and his grandson Michael. He is survived by his sister Janet (Jeanne), his daughter Karissa (Jim), their two children Julie and Kate, and his daughter Kristi (Will).

Services were held for Steve April 28 at the Wallin Funeral Home in Oak Harbor. He was placed with his son and grandson in the Maple Leaf Cemetery.

LYLE FRANKLIN BULL

Rank: Rear admiral (upper half) Commands held: Commander, Carrier Strike Force Seventh Fleet / Carrier Group 5; Commander, Carrier Group 7; Commander, USS Constellation (CV 64); Commander, USS San Jose (AFS 7); Commander, Attack Squadron 128; Commander, Attack Squadron 196 His awards include the Navy Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Distinguished Service Medal, 19 Air Medals, several Navy Commendations, Unit Awards, Meritorious Service awards, and a medal from the Imperial Order of the Rising Sun from the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force.

RADM Bull passed away peacefully May 4, 2018, at his Whidbey Island home, surrounded by his beloved wife, four sons, and one daughter in law. He is survived by his wife, Diana, his brother Rich, and four sons: Ron, Vince, Bruce (Tacie) and Dell (Kari), along with 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. His family was the most important thing to him on this earth, and trumped the truly outstanding legacy of service and leadership he achieved in his 37 years of Naval Aviation service. The love for the men and women he served with and lead was a hallmark of this exceptional man. His love for country, the people he served, and most importantly his family are the things that have now risen with him to reunite with his Savior, where Lyle looks down upon us all with love, and pride. Fair winds and following seas for your next set of adventures, Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend. We will always love you.

In lieu of flowers please send any donations to the Oak Harbor Lutheran Church or Wounded Warriors: Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, 1253 NW 2nd Ave, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Wounded Warriors, https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org Services will be held Saturday May 12, 2:00 pm at the NAS Whidbey Base Chapel.

Life Tributes can now be found online at www.whidbeyweekly.com Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.48)

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1:41 pm, NW Madrona Way Advising neighbor threw items at her children as they were going on walk; female still outside watching caller and children.

4:36 pm, Vesper Way Reporting vehicle stolen within last half hour; left for 20 minutes, came back and car is gone; vehicle had dead battery.

9:34 pm, SW Erie St. Requesting law enforcement come trespass someone. Advising subject was in store hiding things. When asked to leave, he responded with curse words and got in caller's face.

9:38 pm, N Oak Harbor St. Advising male subject came to reporting party's property and asked her for a cigarette; subject called her curse words.

MONDAY, FEB. 19 2:29 pm, Piper Trail Reporting party advising neighbor keeps leaving items on property – syringes, etc.

5:57 pm, Shady Glen Ln. Advising heard multiple shots in area; was outside, came inside to no power; nothing seen outside around the area.

TUESDAY, FEB. 20 3:50 am, SR 20 Requesting male subject be trespassed after wandering store for an hour. Subject spread notebooks on tables, filled trash with notebooks after being asked to leave; said profanities then left store.

Subject still in parking lot.

8:04 pm, Brokaw Rd. Son reporting he ingested too much THC oil.

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11:37 am, NE Netlam Ln. Advising blue Tundra has been driving up and taking pictures of residence for past month. Occurred again today.

5:58 pm, SR 525 Advising male subject, who looks like “he's on something,” is yelling at cars.

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SUNDAY, FEB. 18 9:34 am, NE Midway Blvd.

Caller reporting someone asleep in sleeping bag inside business. Has belongings and a bike; would like him to leave.

4:39 pm, Main St. Advising male subject with large knife crossed Main St., went into Payless parking lot, got in a vehicle and drove off.

Lyle Franklin Bull (born April 8, 1938) was a rear admiral in the United States Navy. RADM Bull flew 237 Combat missions during 3 cruises to Vietnam. During a successful and harrowing single-ship mission into Hanoi, LT Bull was awarded the Navy Cross. He is an alumnus of Iowa State University.

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WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21 10:49 am, NE Perkins St. Requesting call referencing dead deer in flower bed; caller advising didn't want to move it to the road herself and possibly “extract a disease.”

12:25 pm, East Harbor Rd. Caller met a “Tom” in line at Cenex on Valentine's Day. Showed her pictures of his bathroom; mentioned he likes to bring chain saws into it. He then was at same barber shop as her a few days later.

1:10 pm, NW Bakerview Pl. Requesting call; believes neighbor has poisoned reporting party's cat, had threatened to kill reporting party's dog.

1:48 pm, N East Camano Dr. Requesting call; party was rambling about Victoria's Secret and setting up a meeting.

4:21 pm, Eagle Ridge Rd. Reporting three goats and one ram in front of house, unknown who owner is; recalling, goats have gone into woods.

5:12 pm, N Sunrise Blvd.

Advising customer left bag at location with gun inside; reporting party has bag with gun in back room; has the only key.

6:12 pm, Huckleberry Ln. Reporting party heard eagles crashing around; a couple of eagles come down on property, copulating past 1.5 hours.

9:02 pm, SR 20 Party states he was having a nice conversation with male but then male leaned over and bit him. Party states “it hurts;” male is still there with him.

THURSDAY, FEB. 22 7:20 am, Goldfinch Ln. Caller asking for check on family on Goldfinch Ln; said he has a bad feeling. Caller was asked if he harmed them and said no; just concerned. Says he last saw them a couple of weeks ago.

7:45 am, SE 8th Ave. Caller says officer took her polka dot blanket and she would like it back.

8:45 am, NE Midway Blvd.

Reporting party is employee; just got to location and found a Jeep in parking lot with no one inside. Wipers on, engine on, no footprints around vehicle at all.

8:51 am, Leroy Cir. Reporting truck on caller's private road; caller woke up to door slamming, truck not there. Unusual color, “flat” graycolored truck, “the color of a whale, not the black one.”

9:25 am, SR 20 Report of vehicle “driving like a crazy person.” Now pulled into gas station; silver Jeep. Says they don't think they did anything wrong; female driver now coming up to reporting party's car.

2:52 pm, NE Izett St. Advising bike tire was stolen yesterday.

Bike now gone; requesting to know if law enforcement took it or if it was stolen.

4:49 pm, S Oak Harbor St. Caller advising daughter is being extremely defiant.

5:31 pm, SW Barlow St. Reporting silver car threw ramen noodles out of window.

FRIDAY, FEB. 23 10:43 am, NE 9th Ave. Requesting call to report fraudulent phone call; someone impersonating Habitat for Humanity and claiming caller had a warrant.

11:18 am, SE 8th Ave. Caller still missing her polka dot blanket.

Saturday, Feb. 24 3:29 pm, SE Bayshore Dr. Caller states she had a school bus worth $5,000 stolen from her 11 years ago.

7:07 pm, NE 16th Ave. Caller advising noise coming from nearby unit; sounds like child jumping off couch every few minutes and creaking like they're walking across floor.

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The Ebey House is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, Thursday through Sunday, 10:00am to 4:00pm. Docents typically volunteer for three-hour shifts, as their schedules allow.

An initial orientation session was held last weekend, but additional training is planned.

To learn more about being a volunteer docent, or to learn about other volunteer options at Ebey’s landing National Historical Reserve, please call (360) 678-6084, or send an email to carol_castellano@partner.nps.gov.

Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve is a unique geographic area established in 1978 to protect a rural community and its significant history. Land and resources are protected through conservation easements, local land use regulation, and the cooperation of land owners.

[Submitted by Kristen P. Griffin, Reserve Manager, Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve]

Sea, Trees, & Pie Bike Ride Offers Two Treats in One

Riders tackle the hill at Ebey’s Landing along the scenic yet challenging 20-mile route of the 2017 Sea, Trees, & Pie Bike Ride last summer. The event benefits the Whidbey Camano Land Trust.

Cyclists can satisfy their craving for a scenic bike ride and a delicious slice of pie all in one outing on Whidbey Island this summer.

The 2018 Sea, Trees, & Pie Bike Ride promises to deliver that on July 22. The third annual event, which starts at 10:00am, is a noncompetitive bike ride that allows riders to actively enjoy the outdoors while soaking in the beautiful landscapes of Central Whidbey.

Riders may choose from three scenic routes consisting of 5, 10, and 20-mile loops. The start and finish lines for all three routes is the birding platform at the state park near the Coupeville ferry terminal. A Discover Pass is required to park at the state park.

The Sea, Trees, & Pie Bike Ride benefits the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, a nonprofit nature conservation organization that works to protect and restore important natural habitats and resource lands in Island County.

the music by Skinny Tie Jazz. The event will be held at Dancing Fish Winery, 1953 Newman Road, Freeland. Purchase tickets today, (360) 678-1912 or www.meerkerkgardens.org [Submitted by Sheri Gerhard]

Whidbey Audubon Society Bird in the Hand Festival Receives Grant from Puget Sound Energy Whidbey Audubon Society has received a $500 grant from Puget Sound Energy for the Bird in the Hand Festival, to be held September 22 at Bayview Farm and Garden in Langley. The free, family event will provide a rare opportunity to hold and closely examine specimens from the Society’s collection of stuffed preserved birds, along with children’s activities, live raptors, informative talks on osprey and gardening for wildlife, and more.

Festival coordinator Robin Llewellyn explained, “The Whidbey Audubon chapter has federal and state permits to collect birds which have met an accidental demise and display them for educational purposes. Our Bird Specimen Library collection of over 500 specimens of songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, shorebirds and a few seabirds may be unique to this Audubon chapter.”

PSE Outreach Manager Walt Blackford said, “PSE is proud to support Whidbey Audubon and the Bird in the Hand Festival. I’m particularly pleased that the Festival program will include a presentation by Mel Walters, director of PSE’s avian protection program. Mel has many years of experience installing measures to make PSE’s electric system less harmful to osprey, eagles, and other large birds.”

[Submitted by Cheryl Bradkin, Whidbey Audubon Society]

Local Business News Celebrate Mother’s Day with Whimsies Join Whimsies on Friday and Saturday, May 11 and 12, for a day of tea sampling, gift with purchase and selected discount coupons for your purchase. Whimsies has lots of nice gifts suitable for Mother’s Day including teas and tea accoutrements, mosaics, art, jewelry pottery, bath salts, handcrafted greeting and much more.

Giveaway Mother’s Day Basket

The Land Trust’s 493-acre Crockett Lake Preserve is a prominent feature along all three routes. The 20-mile loop passes by Admiralty Inlet Preserve among other protected lands.

Come into the shop to sign up for a Mother’s Day gift basket valued at $84. Just come in and fill out the ticket. No purchase necessary to enter. The winning ticket will be announced on Thursday, May 10.

The early registration cost to participate in the bike ride is $30 per adult and $15 per child (ages 6-16). Early registration lasts until noon, July 17. To register, go to www.wclt.org/ bikeride.

Whimsies is located at 830 SE Pioneer Way in Oak Harbor. For more information, call (360) 682-2468 or visit www.westbeachmosaics.com

Helmets are required for all riders. Child riders under the age of 6 will not be allowed.

At the end of the ride, participants receive a slice of pie generously donated by event sponsor Whidbey Pies. Other event sponsors are Skagit Cycle, Bayview Bicycles, Wayfinder Tours, and the Prairie Center Red Apple Market.

The Whidbey Camano Land Trust 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.

[Submitted by Ron Newberry, Communications Manager, WCLT]

Meerkerk Benefit Gala “Wine and Rhodies” Come enjoy a lovely evening in beautiful surroundings on Saturday, August 4 at 5:30pm.

Enjoy sipping wine, eating appetizers, and bidding on your favorite item. There will be both a silent and live auction. Enjoy

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How is “partly sunny” different from “partly cloudy”? What makes one shower “isolated” and another “scattered” and which leaves you less wet? Why, over time, do stories change about how wet our region is? Sunbreak Press announces the new book Interpretative Guide to Western-Northwest Weather Forecasts. This 70-page humorous book is packed with information and speculation about what weather forecasters mean and why they use particular terms. More than 80 color images from regional artists fill the pages.

On sale from retail and online bookstores everywhere (some book stores may have to order).

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Visit these tasting rooms and sample hand crafted wines and spirits paired with locally grown and/or prepared foods!

Comforts of Whidbey • Spoiled Dog Winery Whidbey Island Distillery Blooms Winery • Holmes Harbor Cellars Food providers include: Front Street Grill, Rustica Café, Chef Wayne Carter and Serendipity Catering

Tickets $20 in advance or $25 day of. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3321631 or at the venues listed visit www.whidbeyislandvintners.org for more info.

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PBY gala celebrates flight

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly Plans for the second annual PBY Naval Air Museum Celebration of Flight dinner and auction have taken off and organizers are hoping to land a sold-out event at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 19 at the Elks Lodge in Oak Harbor.

The event is a fundraiser for the museum, located at 270 SE Pioneer Way in Oak Harbor, and the evening is expected to serve up some good food and plenty of frivolity from its celebrity guests.

“Our emcee and auctioneer, respectively, will be Mark Christopher, KOMO radio news anchor and Jim Dever, host of KING 5 television’s “Evening” show,” said Wil Shellenberger, president of the PBY Memorial Foundation, which runs the Naval Air Museum.

The theme for this year’s gala celebrates naval aviation on Whidbey Island and in the Pacific Northwest. This year’s featured aircraft is the EA-18G Growler, the current jet flown by Naval Air Station Whidbey Island’s electronic attack squadrons.

And, just like last year, Shellenberger said auction items being offered for the event are worth every penny.

“The live auction features numerous experiential prizes, including two sightseeing flights, a Holland America Cruise, an overnight Seafair Airshow package including a front row view of the Blue Angels pre-flight ceremony, a variety of local dining experiences, several overnight stay and dining experiences at various hotels and resorts in the North Puget Sound area and much more,” he said. “Plus, there will be art work created by local artists and over 50 silent auction items guests can bid on while they enjoy the music of a Saratoga Orchestra string trio.

Zanini Catering is providing a buffet dinner, so we know the food will be good.”

Proceeds from the dinner and auction will be used to keep the museum open and operating. Organizers don’t think they can beat last year’s grand total of $90,000, but they hope to at least get in the same ballpark.

“The John and Norma Berto Family made a one-time $40,000 match [last year] and we raised $50,000, so that was a terrific firsttime outcome,” Shellenberger explained. “To hit $90,000 again would be great, but we do not have a such a large match offer this year.

So, a more realistic goal is between $60,000 and $70,000.

Hillary Rivera Photo Courtesy PBY Memorial Foundation Wil Shellenberger, president of the PBY Memorial Foundation, shares details of one of the auction items at last year’s first Celebration of Flight Dinner to benefit the PBY Naval Air Museum in Oak Harbor. The second annual dinner and auction will be held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge Saturday, May 19.

“Our first need is to keep the doors open and support the museum’s education programs, and that is where most of the funds will go,” he continued. “If we raise enough money, the trustees could allocate some of the funds to the capital improvement account for the new museum.”

Finding a permanent home is the ultimate goal of the foundation, where a custom-built facility could house multiple aircraft in addition to expanded exhibits. It has been a slow process, but the group is making progress.

“We have identified a property that we believe is a great location for our new museum,” said Shellenberger. “The due diligence process has been longer and more tedious than we want, but with limited resources, the museum has to move with some caution. We have a non-disclosure agreement with the prospective sellers, so I cannot offer more details other than saying that we are moving closer to a deal.”

The PBY Naval Air Museum continues to see an increase in annual visitors. Ideally, the foundation wants to see an average growth of about 10-percent each year, a mark Shel-

lenberger says the museum is on track to hit. All of this, of course, has been achieved by a dedicated group of volunteers who are united in making a positive contribution to history and the community.

“The museum is a positive contributor to preserving our local and national heritage for current and future generations,” Shellenberger said. “We have an impact on all generations, especially school age youth who become engaged in conversations about our history and in the science of aviation and aeronautics.”

Tickets to the Celebration of Flight fundraising dinner and auction are $75 each and there are only 200 seats available. Reservations can be made by calling 360-240-9500 or stopping by the PBY Naval Air Museum from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Information on the museum and the PBY Memorial Foundation is available online at www. pbymf.org.

“Support a good cause, enjoy delicious food and drink, and have a fun evening with friends and neighbors,” said Shellenberger.

Hillary Rivera Photo Courtesy PBY Memorial Foundation Guests at the second annual Celebration of Flight dinner and auction to be held May 19 will have an opportunity to bid on dozens of silent and live auction items to raise money for the PBY Naval Air Museum.

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Island Transit Public Meetings Wednesday, May 16, 5:30pm-7:30pm Freeland Library Friday, May 18, 1:30pm-3:30pm Oak Harbor Library Saturday, May 19, 10:00am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Monday, May 21, 9:30am Island Transit, 19758 SR 20, Coupeville Island Transit wants to hear your comments on potential Fares for Buses and Paratransit.

Please call (360) 678-7771, email info@ IslandTransit.org, write to: 19758 SR 20, Coupeville, WA 98239, or take a short survey at www.islandtransit.org For a list of continuous Meetings and Organizations, visit www.whidbeyweekly.com

Classes, Seminars and Workshops Tame Your Sugar Habit

Voter Education Forum Tuesday, May 15, 6:30pm Little Brown Church, Clinton

Saturday, May 12, 10:15am-11:45am The Bayview School, Langley

Be an informed voter. This special forum is presented by the South Whidbey Republican Women featuring Commissioner Rick Hannold

In this free workshop you will learn 3 keys to overcome sugar cravings. Seating is limited.

Please RSVP at drjanehealthcoach@gmail.com or (360) 331-1726.

and IC Sheriff candidate Deputy Rick Felici. No cover charge, refreshments provided. Donations accepted. Please RSVP to: RSVP2SWRW@ mail.com or call (360) 341-2355.

Taigen Shodo Harada Roshi

Understanding Social Security

Sunday, May 13, 2:00pm Bayview Hall, 5642 Bayview Rd, Langley Free Taigen Shodo Harada Roshi will give a talk and calligraphy demonstration. Viewing Roshi make calligraphies is considered a teisho and dharma teaching in itself, a sublime and mystical experience. Calligraphies scrolls and books will be for sale. For more information, email, tahoma@whidbey.com or call (360) 331-4142.

Wednesday, May 16, 5:30pm-6:30pm Free Seminar Join Chris Renfro, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, for an educational seminar where you will learn key facts about the Social Security Program including how benefits are calculated, choosing the right time to file, receiving benefits while working, provisional income and tax implications and more. Dinner provided by Serendipity Catering. To reserve your space,

call (360) 678-6580 or email Deirdre.fairfax@ edwardjones.com

NRA Personal Protection Outside The Home Class Saturday, May 19, 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday, May 20, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $50 and includes a book This class builds on skills already gained in other shooting classes and shooting styles, which the student must be able to show documentation or competency. The class also gives a thorough legal brief on the provisions of law pertaining to the ownership and use of a firearm. Defensive shooting skills are emphasized in this class. This class includes shooting on the NWSA Pistol Range, located at 886 Gun Club Rd., off Oak Harbor Rd. For questions or to register go to nrainstructors.org and search 98277 to bring up the class. Additional information can be found at www.northwhidbeysportsmen.org.

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Coupeville, 360-678-7491 (0) 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 64k, all accessories including sunroof and in dash gps, bluetooth, great mileage - 30+ on road, clean body & interior, new battery, $9700 obo. Coupeville, 360-678-7491 (0)

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES Garage Sale: Saturday, May 26, 10am-3pm, 5027 Par Drive, Freeland. Household items, furniture, antique side table, golf clubs, computer monitor, lots more.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Pregnant? Need baby clothes?

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

Call 360-221-2909 or stop by 6th and Cascade in Langley.

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. 425923-0451 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 420patientnetworking@gmail. com. Local Whidbey Island help.

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 888-3889221. 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

WORK WANTED (BOLD) Caregiving services for all ages. 20 years experience in medical assistance and caregiving. Licensed as HCA and CPR certified. Can do anything from cleaning to shopping to medical care. Also love to cook, owned a personal chef service. Please call Martha 360-320-4582 (2)

JOB MARKET Seeking Caregiver for Private Client (Oak Harbor/Coupeville): Saturdays and Sundays from 8am - 8pm plus 3 to 4 weekday evenings each week from approximately 4 - 8pm at our home between Oak Harbor and Coupeville, WA. (40+ hours per week available). The caregiver will work with a 67 year old woman

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who is recovering from a brain injury. Will partner with client on daily routine. The ideal caregiver will be intuitive, gentle, and patient; experience with caregiving. Nursing background a plus. Desire candidate with flexibility to schedule some longer shifts with advance planning. Please respond to Robin at 360-9410040 or robinrezvani@gmail. com. Please send resume and references if possible (3) RETAIL CUSTOMER SERVICE POSITION: Part-time, flexible, 3-4 days per week. Must have exceptional customer service and organizational skills and be self-motivated. Minimum 18-years old. Knowledge of art supplies and design a plus.

Apply in person at Gene’s Art & Frame, 250 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor. No phone calls please (3) On-site manager needed.

House and stipend included.

Starts immediately. Call Gail, 360-320-5539 (2) 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 (1) VARIOUS POSITIONS: Oak Harbor Ace Hardware is now accepting applications/ resumes from punctual, hard working and honest individuals to fill several positions within the store. Must like working with people and have exceptional customer service skills. Retail experience a plus but not required. Applications available at Oak Harbor Ace Hardware, 150 SE Pioneer Way (0) ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: 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

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

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Foster Homes Needed!

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.

If you are interested in seeing what we have available, please call 360-678-1167 to make an appointment.

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.

WAIF Pet Food Banks may be

ANIMALS/SUPPLIES

Collectibles, Art & Antiques.

If you or someone you know needs help in feeding pet(s),

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.

WANTED Cash paid for quality items.

Call or Text 360-661-7298 (1)

No Cheating!

MISCELLANEOUS Rockwell Bladerunner X2 table-top jig saw with blades to cut wood, metal & ceramics. New condition, $60. Stu, 360-920-3806 (0) We are in the process of a making a serious downsizing effort, and we have items for sale in the following categories: costume jewelry; furniture; garden tools; hand tools; kitchen items; luggage (including duffel bags, tote bags & backpacks); puzzles and toys; sports items; storage racks; yard equipment (boat trailer winch, and 30 gallon sprayer); and other yard items.

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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.

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