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ON TRACK with Jim Freeman

Hope you had fun last weekend watching golf with Dads. Given that one has to be serious to be a serious golfer, I always played pinball instead.

My U.S. Open was usually in a bar, a laundromat, or an arcade.

The Trail Drive pinball machine, in what would be a kitchen if I had a stove and a table with chairs, is blinking at the ready.

I try to play a game or two a day just to keep my typing fingers active. Kind of like a columnist’s recess without the whistle and a playground monitor.

Debs and Co., open every day at 9 a.m., and 11a.m. Sundays, encourages appointments by calling 360-331-1330. My walk-in haircut was facilitated by being a fan of Pete, who will be headlining at the Whidbey Island Fair Thursday, July 19, and again at the Bayview Corner Street Dance August 8.

Pete’s front man, leader, and founder, Dave Draper, is Mr. Deb. You might also recognize Dave from his leading roles in two of Richard Evans’ films, Harry Monument, and Shadow of Rain.

Which reminds me Richard Evans, actor, playwright, director, and really busy husband of Jo, will be at the Langley library this Saturday, June 23 at 10 a.m., to share highlights and stories about Hollywood from his fantastic bio, Fazkils.

Did you ever misbehave enough in grade school to not have recess for a month?

I’m going just to get Dick’s autographed book and to hear his wife Jo’s wonderful story about discovering and casting a really famous person for the first time. You’ll find out who when you go.

It is not fun, although sitting in the nurse’s office without a supervisor does have its advantages. I always had bandages in my lunch pail in case anyone was injured in gym class during dodge ball.

So, if you want to look nice for your next trip to the library or a local dance, stop by Debs & Co, satisfying customers since 2009. For those preferential buyers, Paul Mitchell, Woody’s, and American Crew products are available.

For rope burns, I had Vaseline.

Movie star pictures adorn the wall, including Richard Evans, Robert Redford, Marlon Brando, and the Three Stooges. Even my fave golfer Sammy Snead made the cut, pun intended.

For headaches, I had aspirin. St. Joseph children’s aspirin, of course. If memory serves, I was the only 4th grader at Wickliffe elementary who was pre-med.

I was just a stethoscope away from being a physician.

Hair frolic Given this morning’s presentation for the Washington State Association of County Treasurers, last Saturday I was in a panic in Freeland when South Whidbey High School track coach Dean Hatt told me I looked like a hippie.

Given Dean’s preference for the high and tight look to which I was subjected weekly in the Marine Corps, I knew it was time for me to honor his advice. Supposing no county treasurer would choose to spend twenty minutes listening to a guy who looks like he just came out of several weeks of bad hair nights in the woods, I walked into a sure fire cure-all, Debs and Co, across the street from the Freeland Post Office.

For over three decades, my follicle-challenged 7 and 5/8-inch-long oval has been cared for by many great South Whidbey hair stylists. From Jeannie Cortez at Sandy’s Styling Salon next to Mayor Dolores Cobb’s Skippers in Langley, to Mary Eaton’s clippers, to Janet’s Mane Street locations, to Deb’s Hare Today, my hair care has been flawless.

It is my hair growth that has been abandoned.

On a positive note, I worked hard to get here.

As I opened the barber shop door at 1638 Main, the toe-tapping music and non chemical smell were my first sensory appreciations. My sense of smell is right up there with my sense of humor. They both know bad. No bad.

In fact, my emergency trim was a breeze. I wasn’t even in the chair long enough to get nervous. Too many childhood viewings of Victor Mature in Samson and Delilah, and too many thirty second buzz scalpings in the Marines, subconsciously and subcutaneously created a follicle fear along the way.

Like the line in Dead Poet’s Society, “You don’t know anything about loss. You don’t know anything about loss until you have lost something you love more than yourself.”

That would be my hair, Bob. More at Debs At Debs and Co., neither fear or loss is in their vocabulary, or in their customers. These three certified creators of coolness are community treasures. With Julie, Erin, and owner Deb, it is like hitting the trifecta of togetherness. These pros have fun.

Marine Corps barbers don’t laugh. They don’t smile. They don’t ask questions. They don’t even say “Next.”

I’m still humming some of the great songs I heard in my few minutes of trim time.

They didn’t play John Prine in boot camp barber shops at Parris Island, but the Keb Mo channel on Pandora at Debs does.

I asked Erin O’Brien why she enjoyed working at Debs & Co. “I really enjoy our customers. They are all really cool. We have a nice diversity.”

“Do they have a similarity of any kind?” I asked.

“Shiny white.”

I laughed.

Being a second degree environmentalist (my brother was in plastics and our dad in the oil business), I asked Deb, “What do you do with all the hair on the floor?”

Without missing a beat, “Throw it in the trash.”

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I laughed again.

In fact, I may just go back next week to laugh, whether I need a haircut or not.

Dream on There’s an exciting new book here on the Rock–now available at our libraries–by local authors, Sue and Ray Martell. Ray and I met years ago when we were census enumerators for the Bureau of Census. I never turned in my badge, so don’t tell anyone.

Their book is called Dreamcatching: Following in the Footsteps of Richard Twiss.

The late Dr. Twiss (Sicangu Lakota) of Vancouver, Wash., was an internationally famous Native American theologian, author, and T.V. and radio personality.

I recommend Ray and Sue’s book, not just because we are friends and also have a bit of Native American blood ourselves, but because it is informative, reader-friendly, and not too long.

Check it out at your local Sno-Isle library or at Amazon. And, if you are interested, Sno-Isle also has two books by Richard Twiss among their stacks.

Chew on Greenbank Wayne has been e-mailing me in the middle of the night, encouraging me to tell you about Molka Xete in Greenbank, where the tattoo parlor has been turned into torta heaven.

From tattoos to tortas, tacos, tortillas, and more.

The Sincronizada is Wayne’s fave. Two flour tortillas with beans, cheese, fresh avocado, and meat of your choice (fajita, chicken, steak).

Wayne orders that feast so he can take home a big enough portion to tell wife Lynn he is cooking dinner.

Lynn never knows what dinner will be until Wayne takes her blindfold off.

You gotta love our locals!

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Letters to the Editor Editor Help Stop Animal Torture Each year at the summer solstice (this year June 21), the horrifying Yulin Dog Meat “Festival” begins in China.

Thousands of dogs (some of them stolen pets) first spend up to two days pinned in cages so tight they can’t move and muzzled so they can’t eat or drink as they are shipped to the event.

If they survive the trip (many slowly die), they are then deliberately tortured—bludgeoned, flayed alive, electrocuted, boiled alive, blow torched—before being slaughtered and eaten.

This happens because dog meat traders want to make money and the Chinese government doesn’t regard torturing, slaughtering, and eating dogs as illegal.

Please help stop this horrific event and the dog/cat meat trade. Call or write Chinese Ambassador Cui Tiankai at the address and phone number below urging him, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Secretary Lu Xinshe and Chairman Chen Wu of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region to end these atrocities and enact and enforce animal welfare legislation in China: Ambassador Cui Tiankai Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United States of America 3505 International Place, NW Washington, DC 20008 202-495-2266 Acts of barbaric animal cruelty must be made illegal so they will stop. Animal torture, abuse, exploitation, and neglect have no place in civilized society.

Please strongly urge these Chinese leaders to help make cruelty to animals unacceptable and illegal in China, Southeast Asia, and throughout the world.

Regards, Laura L. Phillips Oak Harbor, WA

Editor, We want to take a moment and thank everyone from Whidbey Island, Wash. It was an honor for us to work on your video projects. Thank you to Island Vacuum, Handbag Consignment Shop, Fantasia, The Oak Harbor School District, Leaps & Bounds, Alex & Sabrina Wedding, Kelsey & Troy Wedding, CDR Emiston Retirement, CDR Burns & CDR Karney Change of Command, Harry D Johnson WWII Story, Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, Veterans Day Parade 2017, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, 2016, 5k & Polar Bear Plunge 2016, The People of Whidbey, Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival 2015, Mayor Bob Severns, Commissioner Jill Johnson, Whidbey NewsTimes, Whidbey Weekly, Whidbey Local, and all of the other video projects we worked on.

3 years flew by and now its on to Kingsland, Ga. Who knows, we might return in 4 years.

Rafael Charming, RTA Video Production Oak Harbor, WA

Island Transit Public Comment Summary Now Available Online Since May 8, 2018 Island Transit has received more than 600 comments via mail, email, surveys, and public testimony regarding the proposal to implement fares on Island Transit

Island Transit will continue to accept public comment regarding the proposal to establish a fare on fixed and paratransit bus services through June 21, 2018. Comments received in addition to the summary and record now available will be submitted as a supplemental package to the Island Transit Board of Directors at the regularly scheduled monthly business meeting. Island Transit’s Board of Directors will consider all public input prior to taking any action the on the proposal.

Island Transit Board meetings are open to the public and include an opportunity for public comment at the board meeting. The Board of Director’s next monthly business meeting is scheduled for 9:30am June 22, 2018 at the Island Transit Administrative and Operations Building, 19758 SR 20, Coupeville, Washington.

Comments may be submitted via: Online Survey available at www.islandtransit. org Email at info@islandtransit.org By mail or in person at 19758 SR 20, Coupeville, WA 98239.

Information regarding the proposal can be found online at www.islandtransit.org.

at Bayview many years ago. She was the first director of the Center and it was because of her hard work the Center grew and continues to make a difference in the lives of South Whidbey students. When Carol left the center to teach at the Whidbey Island Campus in Oak Harbor, the Carol Huber Award was established in her name. This year’s Carol Huber Award was presented to Callum MacDonald.

Also, the following Departmental and Club Awards were presented: Asian Pacific Islanders Club: Victoria Valdez Basic Ed. for Adults/ESL: Jesus Rodriguez Chemistry: Ben Knoll Computer Info Systems: Stephanie Johnson English: Cathryn Asp Library: Victoria Valdez Journalism Club: Elizabeth Brewer Marine Technology: Zachary Simonson Mathematics: Colton Alexander Physical Education: Annamarie Crawford Physics: Juliana Covarrubias & Caroline Paxton Pre-Nursing: Jennifer Landingin: Social Science: Christopher Leyva Vera Student Life: Alexis Lenahan Student Services: Idalis King Veterans: Zac Norman [Submitted by Arden Ainley, Chief Public Information Officer, SVC]

University Women Installs Officers

[Submitted by Meg Heppner, Assistant to the Executive Director, Island Transit]

Skagit Valley College Whidbey Island Campus and South Whidbey Center Celebrate Student Achievement at 61st Annual Honors Reception With many family members and friends in attendance, Skagit Valley College’s (SVC), Whidbey Island Campus and South Whidbey Center celebrated student achievement at the College’s 61st annual Honors Reception on June 6 at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge.

Between the Mount Vernon and the Whidbey Island Campus ceremonies this year, more than $600k in scholarships were awarded to SVC students. Also that evening, many departmental and club awards were presented.

SVC President Dr. Tom Keegan awarded the President’s Medal to five students for their outstanding academic achievement. To qualify, each recipient must be a graduating sophomore, have all A or A- grades, and have attended SVC for at least three quarters. President’s Medals were awarded to: Hayden Armos, Elisabeth Dupont, Christopher Leyva Vera, Charles Nevin, and Anna Zywica.

Christopher Leyva Vera received the Yates Award, the highest award bestowed at the Whidbey Island Campus. Named for the former admiral and commanding officer of NAS Whidbey Island who was instrumental in working with SVC to secure property for the Whidbey Island Campus, the Yates Award honors a student who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, community service, and academic achievement.

Among his many accomplishments at SVC, Christopher was selected to the All-Washington Academic Team. In addition to his academic work, Christopher served as student body president of the Whidbey Island Campus, along with positions in other clubs and committees. He is a DACA beneficiary and a first-generation college student. He plans to earn a degree in social work to help marginalized communities.

The other Yates Award nominees this year were Kathryn Caballero and Rebecca Maher.

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Aircraft static displays will include the EA-18G Growler, P-8A Poseidon, P-3C Orion, MH-60 Knighthawk helicopter, a C-40 Clipper and a PBY Catalina float plane. Aerial demonstrations planned at this time include the EA-18G, P-3C and Search and Rescue helicopter.

There will also be other visual displays, guided bus tours, a K-9 Working Dog demonstrations, Explosive Ordnance Detachment displays, bouncy toys for children and a climbing wall for those wishing to test their climbing acumen. Aviation memorabilia will also be available for purchase as well as a variety of food and beverages.

All visitors over the age of 18 will be required to have state or government-issued identification for access to the base. Visitors under the age of 18 who are not accompanied by an adult must have state or government-issued identification for access to the base.

Due to security measures, the following items are not allowed on the base: camera lenses over 300mm in focal length, alcohol, large bags, backpacks, weapons to include pocket knives, coolers and pets. Additionally, drugs or drug paraphernalia to include marijuana products are prohibited from the base.

Items permitted will be strollers, diaper bags, small women’s purses, wheelchairs, service dogs, bottled water, cameras with lenses up to 300mm, and video recorders.

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From Left to Right: Sue Norman, Vice President; Candi Rohr, CoVP Programs; Gunda Vesque, Co-VP Membership; Sheila Saul, CoVP Membership; Evie Novak, President; Nancy Kenyon, Secretary; Wanda Grone, Finance Officer; Elree Harris, Co-VP Programs.

Photo by Barb Bland; submitted by Meg Eisenbraun, Publicity Chair for AAUW Whidbey Island Branch

Members of the Whidbey Island branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) gathered at the Whidbey Golf Club Saturday, June 9 to install its new Board of Directors for 2018-2019.

The following officers were installed: Evie Novak, president; Sue Norman, vice president; Nancy Kenyon, secretary; Sheila Saul and Gunda Vesque, co-vice-presidents of membership; Candi Rohr, Co-vice president of programs. Wanda Grone continues as finance officer and Elree Harris will stay on as senior vice president of programs.

In addition, 2017-2018 honorees were recognized for their contribution to the Whidbey Island branch over the past year: Gunda Vesque, for her extraordinary dedication to hospitality and fundraising; and Jan Gardner for her contribution to the STEM Awards Committee, Women in History, fashion show and for taking on the role of webmaster. Gardner will become the new Tech Trek coordinator as well. Tech Trek is a STEM camp for middle school girls at Pacific Lutheran University and Eastern Washington University.

The purpose of AAUW is to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. This past year the Whidbey Island branch awarded over $18,000 in scholarships and stipends to girls on the island and presented a Women in History program to all fifth grade classes and the community. If you would like to explore membership, please contact Sheila Saul (sheilasaul@hotmail.com) or Gunda Vesque (gvesque16@gmail.com).

[Submitted by Meg Eisenbraun, Publicity Chair, AAUW Whidbey Island]

NAS Whidbey Island to host Open House, 5K Run on June 23

The faculty at South Whidbey Center presented the South Whidbey Center Academic Excellence Award to Matthew Palmer. He is described as an excellent student, very pleasant, conscientious, and works very hard to make school a priority in his life.

NAS Whidbey Island will host its annual open house for the public on Saturday, June 23, at Ault Field from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Carol Huber started the South Whidbey Center

The public open house is an opportunity for

The 5K run will start at 8:00am and the visual displays on the flight line will be available for viewing at 9:00am.

[Submitted by Thomas Mills, Public Affairs Specialist, NAS Whidbey Island]

National Amateur Radio Field Day Exercise To Be Held At South Whidbey Community Park Members of the Island County Amateur Radio Club will participate in a national Amateur Radio Field Day exercise, June 23-24 at South Whidbey Community Park near Langley.

They will be among thousands setting up remote transmitting sites and switching on shortwave radios in often remote locations nationwide to practice their emergency communications capabilities during the annual two-day event.

Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of Amateur Radio.

The event is open to the public and a special radio station will be available to allow interested individuals an opportunity to talk over shortwaves to others across the country.

The station will be open on Saturday between 11:00am and 5:00pm, and on Sunday from 8:00am to 11:00am. The park is located two miles south of Langley on Maxwelton Road.

For more information, see www.w7avm.org or contact Jack Prendergast at n7jp@w7avm.org.

[Submitted by Vince Bond, Public Information Officer]

New Music on the Rock 2018 Earth Music: Raising our Elemental Awareness This year’s New Music on the Rock festival will be held Saturday, June 23 at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Whidbey Island and includes composers Spencer Arias, Sarah Bassingthwaite, Janice Giteck, Jerry Mader, Jacob Mashak, Nicholas Toombs, and this year’s composer-in-residence, Angelique Poteat.

Poteat is a native of the Pacific Northwest. Her music has been recorded and performed in Australia, Germany, Lithuania, and all over the United States by the Seattle Symphony Orchestra, Enso Quartet, Philharmonia Northwest, Seattle Collaborative Orchestra, Saratoga Orchestra, Woodlands Symphony Orchestra, Trio Tara, and the New York New Music Ensemble.

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www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OWNED Some notable performances include “Beyond Much Difference,” a piece commissioned by the Seattle Symphony and performed at its January, 2015 Sonic Evolution concert with Mike McCready, Chris Cornell, and members of the bands Pearl Jam, Sound Garden, and more; “Much Difference” at (le) Poisson Rouge in New York; “Roots of Variegation” at the 2012 International Women’s Brass Conference; “Reflections on a Summer” at the 2012 Druskomanija festival in Lithuania; “A Perspective” at the 2010 International VSA Festival: “Cyclic Complement” at the 2010 Midwest Composer’s Symposium; and “Coastal Meander” at the 2006 Region VI SCI Conference.

This year’s musicians include Sarah Bassingthwaite on flute; Josiah Boothby on horn; James Hinkley on cello; Sol Im on violin; Steven Morgan on bassoon; Emily Ostrom on oboe; Brandon Nelson on percussion; Roxanna Patterson on viola; Angelique Poteat on clarinet abd bass clarinet; Rachel Yoder on clarinet; festival director Sheila Weidendorf on piano; and vocalists Danielle Sampson and Fumi Tagata.

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Doughnut Day) the bakery began offering customers an opportunity to purchase a cup of coffee and/or a doughnut for others. Customers can purchase either a doughnut or coffee sticker, or both, which are posted on the wall behind the counter and bear the purchaser’s name. So, if you come into the bakery and happen to forget your wallet, or find yourself a little short, you can ask to redeem a coupon for either or both.

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This “coffee and a doughnut” pay it forward campaign will continue as long as people keep purchasing the coupon stickers.

Chris’ Bakery is located at 1191 SE Dock Street, Suite 2, in downtown Oak Harbor. The locally owned bakery is open from 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday and from 7:00am to 2:00pm on Saturday. Find it on Facebook or go to www.chrisbakeryonwhidbey. com.

NMoR 2018 Schedule: 4:00pm Concert of works by all composers, including premier pieces by Arias, Mader, Mashak and Toombs 5:30pm Composers Forum/Discussion/Refreshments 7:00pm Concert of works by Angelique Poteat, including a premier of her composition “Morning at the Sound” for wind sextet Cost to attend is $20 per concert or $35 for both. For more information or to RSVP, email sweidendorf@whidbey.com or call 360-3202362.

[Submitted by Sheila Weidendorf]

Local Business News Chris’ Bakery Pays it Forward in Good Taste Chris’ Bakery in Oak Harbor has come up with a tasty way to “pay it forward.”

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Summer Solstice Celebration Thursday, June 21, 12:00pm-6:00pm The Green Room, Oak Harbor Featuring vendor information and specials from Soul Shine and Phat Panda. The Green Room is located at 1640 NE Goldie St, Building B. For more information, call 360-682-5755 or visit www.thegreenroomwa.com

Willy Wonka Thursday, June 21, 7:30pm Friday, June 22, 7:30pm Saturday, June 23, 7:30pm Sunday, June 24, 2:30pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor

Fletcher at 5:00pm. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/OrcaNetwork/ or www. orcamonth.com

Farmers Market Book Sale Saturdays, June 23, 30, 10:00am-2:00pm Located at the Coupeville Farmers Market

Live Music: Tom Mullin

Shop locally at the Friends of the Coupeville Library book nook for your “picks of the day!”

Books for all seasons and all ages. Proceeds benefit the Coupeville Library.

Saturday, June 23, 6:00pm-9:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Playing acoustic favorites of the Woodstock generation. No cover. For more information, call 360-682-5747 or visit www.penncove brewing.com

Bayview Corner Street Dance Wednesday, June 27, 6:00pm-8:00pm Bayview Cash Store, Langley Rusty Fender & the Melody Wranglers present an old time country and swing vibe, a dollop of rock & roll and teaspoon of folk. Held rain or shine! Dances move inside Bayview Hall if necessary. Free admission and family friendly.

Food and beverages are available for purchase.

Coupeville Lions Garage Sale

Based on Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, enjoy this fun and music filled play! Tickets and more information available at whidbeyplayhouse.com

Friday, June 29, 12:00pm-6:00pm (Preview only) Saturday, June 30, 9:00am-4:00pm Sunday, July 1, 9:00am-1:00pm Coupeville Middle School

Live Music: Mussel Flats

The “Biggest and Best” garage sale in the world! Presented by the Coupeville Lions Club, all proceeds fund Lions’ community and youth programs. For more information, call 360-6784105 or visit coupevillelions.org

Friday, June 22, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville A classic rock/blues band made up of Steve DeHaven, Rich Cannon, Mitch Aparicio, Mark Wacker, and Doug Coutts. No cover. For more information, call 360-682-5747 or visit www. penncovebrewing.com

“When We Were Young and Unafraid” Friday, June 22, 7:30pm Saturday, June 23, 7:30pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley Tickets: Adult $22, Seniors & Military $18, Youth $15 WARNING: Sexual Content and strong language. For tickets or more information, call 360-221-8262 or visit www.wicaonline.org

24th Annual Andeavor March Point Run Saturday, June 23, 7:30am Andeavor Refinery, Anacortes The event includes a kids ½ mile at 8:30am, a certified 5K/10K walk/run and certified ½ marathon at 9:00am. All entry fees are donated to United Way. Picnic lunch is included. Register online at www.databarevents.com/march pointrun.

NAS Whidbey Open House & 5K Run Saturday, June 23, 9:00am-3:00pm NAS Whidbey Island, Oak Harbor The 5K run will start at 8:00am and the visual displays on the flight line will be available for viewing at 9:00am. The public open house is an opportunity for the public to learn about past, current, and future operations at the Navy’s only air station in the Pacific Northwest and see last year’s Navy Installation of the Year.

For more information, visit www.facebook. com/NASWhidbeyIsland

Island Herb Vendor Day Saturday, June 23, 3:00pm-6:00pm Island Herb, Freeland Representatives from Dawg Star and Western Cultured 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

Kids for Orcas Saturday, June 23, 3:00pm-6:00pm Whale Bell Park, Langley There will be kids’ activities & crafts from 3:00pm to 4:30pm, then the event will move to Langley Whale Center for snacks and a special presentation by youth activist London

Major Megan M McClung Marine Corps League Det #1210 WI Golf Tournament Saturday, June 30, 7:00am NASWI Gallery Golf Course, Oak Harbor Fundraiser for non-profit scholarships and military families in need. Mixed Groups $70 (provide own beverages) per person, includes green fees and cart lunch. Many prizes to win!

Contact Michael Leighner to register: 425-3548883 or leighnerm@aol.com

Pancake Breakfast Saturday, June 30, 8:00am-10:00am Clinton Community Hall, 6411 Central Ave. Pancakes, including Gluten-free, eggs, bacon, vegetable sausage, fruit juice and coffee.

Adults: $7 Kids under 9 free. www.clinton communityhall.org. Clinton’s Dan Porter Park clean up follows breakfast at the Hall from 10:00am-Noon. Bring your gloves. doughofius@gmail.com.

Dan Porter Park Cleanup Saturday June 30, 10:00am-12:00pm 7490 Deer Lake Rd, Clinton The Clinton Community Council will be hosting another cleanup at Dan Porter Park. This month, they’ll be concentrating on clearing brush behind the library, and adjacent to the WSDOT Park and Ride lot, to allow for visibility, and enhance user safety. Be sure to bring gloves. Other tools are welcome.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Gansango African Beats Workshop Thursday, June 21, 5:00pm-6:00pm Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room Learn basic West African rhythms with hands-on use of drums, bells, shakers and clapping in this interactive workshop with Gansango African Music & Dance Company.

For ages 5+ (caregiver required for young children).

Made By Hand Glass Etching Saturday, June 23, 10:00am-11:30am Freeland Library Bring your own designs or use ours to etch onto glass projects. All materials will be provided, though feel free to bring small, clear (not colored) glass objects to etch that are “flat” in one direction. Registration is required.

For ages 10 and up.

Explore Summer Reading Kickoff Program - Music Maker: Experiment with Sound Saturday, June 23, 11:00am-12:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave.

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED the many stories of the stamp owners over the last 100 years of the stamp’s famous error, the “Inverted Jenny.” The book is titled “Stamp of the Century: Inverted Jenny.” (After completing his assignment to launch airmail, Fleet left the military and went on to form the Consolidated Aircraft Company, which developed the PBY.) The public is invited to this event. Call 360-240-9500 for directions and more information.

Island County Master Gardener Foundation Thursday, June 28, 6:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall, 901 NW Alexander St. The free educational presentation features Coupeville Librarian and Horticulturist, Kathryn O’Brien, speaking about Global Garden Styles Through History. Social time begins at 6:00pm, followed by a brief business meeting and announcements. Kathryn’s presentation begins at 7:00pm. The public is welcome.

Experiment with music at six stations. Make music with a wind tunnel. Experience a musical bench. Play with oscillation and pitch.

Make a music and light show when you move.

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Antiques: A Valuable Collection or Accumulation? - What’s Hot and What’s Not in the Antique Marketplace Saturday, June 23, 12:00pm-2:00pm Coupeville Meeting Room

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North Sound Writers Group Sunday, June 24, 1:00pm-4:00pm Coupeville Meeting Room 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 north soundwriters.com WIHHA - Sound Healing-Acutonics with Janie Keilwitz Monday, June 25, 1:30pm-3:00pm Coupeville Meeting Room Acutonics is a holistic, noninvasive, sound healing technique grounded in Oriental medicine, science, psychology, sound healing principles, and cosmological studies.

Music With Me Tuesday, June 26, 10:00am Freeland Library Move to the melody, catch the rhythm and dance to the beat! Explore musical concepts and develop early literacy skills through movement, stories and songs. Recommended for ages 18 months to 5 years.

Fiddler in the Forest Shadow Puppet Show & Workshop Tuesday, June 26, 2:00pm Freeland Library Featuring live music, Fiddler in the Forest follows the antics of forest animals around dreaming fiddler in a magical forest. Afterward, make your own shadow puppet!

Zing! Bang! Moo! Let’s Get Noisy!

Wednesday, June 27, 2:00pm Coupeville Library Can you make sound effects for a story? Do you know what a duck says in France (it’s not quack). Come play with sound as we add some noise to our storytelling. For ages 5-11 and their caregivers.

Meetings & Organizations PBY Naval Air Museum Wednesday, June 27, 11:30am CPO Club, 1080 Ault Field Rd, Oak Harbor Monthly no-host luncheon. The featured speakers are local Coupeville authors Kellen Diamanti and Deborah Fisher. They tell the story of Major Reuben Fleet, the officerin-charge of launching the first scheduled government airmail flights in May 1918. The famous 24-cent stamp with the Curtiss Jenny on it was issued in commemoration of these airmail flights. The authors’/speakers’ book recounts the development of airmail and tells

Classes, Seminars and Workshops Thursday, June 21, 11:00am Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St. If you are turning 65 or have questions about Medicare, Supplements, Advantage Plans, or prescription coverage, we have answers. Topics covered include Medicare Parts A and B, Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Plans, Enrollment Deadlines, Low-income Assistance.

The State-wide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offers free Medicare counseling and is a program of the WA State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Services are free, unbiased and confidential. No registration is necessary. For more information, call 360-2794580.

Back Pain & Sciatica Workshop Saturday, June 23, 11:00am-12:00pm North End Fitness Center, Oak Harbor This free informational workshop, presented

by Rue & Primavera Physical & Occupational Therapy, will offer 3 simple steps to quick and natural healing. To register, call (360) 279-8323. North End Fitness is located at 2800 Goldie Rd.

Summer Rose Care Sunday, June 24, 1:00pm-3:00pm Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Road Free Rosarian and instructor Ed Grassie will return to the demonstration garden at the Greenbank Farm. Come tour the rose garden and follow up on how the pruning lessons in February have affected the growth of the plants. Ed will teach summer rose care for the best blooming season ever. This free educational program is open to the public and everyone is welcome.

Tame Your Sugar Habit Monday, June 25, 10:00am-11:30am The Bayview School, Langley In this free workshop you will learn 3 keys to overcomer sugar cravings. Seating is limited.

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

Free Crabbing 101 Seminar Saturday, June 30, 10:00am Oak Harbor Yacht Club, 1301 Catalina Dr. Learn how to catch Dungeness crabs in this two hour seminar. Subjects covered include: needed equipment, the best baits, license requirements and regulations, Whidbey Island locations, best times and tides, crab lore and life cycles.

See how to rig your pot to catch more crabs and avoid equipment loss and see the many different ways to catch crab from shore or boat. The seminar will include demonstrations and slides, and free coffee A $5 donation to the Power Squadron Education Fund is suggested. Reservations not required. For questions, call John Hudson 360-240-2517.

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Coupeville Lions’ annual sale is a fun frenzy

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly Some traditions are hard to beat, but the Coupeville Lions is trying its best to impress with the “biggest and best garage sale in our world.”

The group’s 39th annual garage sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 30 and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday, July 1 at the Coupeville Middle School. A preview is scheduled from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, June 29 so bargain hunters can get a sneak peak of the plethora of items available to purchase.

The group has been collecting items for the sale for nearly a year and the community has been generous, according to organizers.

“We filled up about four different barns this year,” said Brian Pulk, chair of this year’s sale. “I would say about 95-percent of the items come from Coupeville and the surrounding area, and we do go to Oak Harbor to pick things up now and then.”

And with four barns filled with items, one can only imagine what’s going to be up for grabs.

“We have almost everything, except clothing,” said Pulk. “We have furniture, sporting goods, luggage, glassware, china, office supplies, plants. We have bikes, electronics, appliances.

We even have one truck and one boat; we’ve got lawn mowers, auto equipment, tools. Lots of stuff.”

The truck in question is a 2000 Isuzu Hombre and the boat is a Zodiak-style craft, although Pulk couldn’t recall the exact brand at the time of the Whidbey Weekly interview. One thing he’s sure of is there will be no shortage of merchandise, which makes the annual sale very popular.

“We just have such an array of things for sale and all for good prices,” he said. “It is an experience.”

The one major change for this year’s sale is the location. It is being held at the Coupeville Middle School, because there is construction at the Elementary School. The change in location means the entire sale will be inside, under cover.

Members of the Coupeville Lions have already started moving items to the school. While the Lions are no longer picking up donations for the event, people can still drop off approved donations at the school Monday and Tuesday, June 25-26 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Pulk said it takes about 50 people to put the annual sale together each year. A leadership committee of six helps keep things on track. This is an important event for the Coupeville Lions, serving as its major source of income.

“This is our biggest, most significant fundraiser of the year,” said Pulk, explaining how much of what the Coupeville Lions raise goes right back into the community.

“We get all kinds of requests for support,” he said. “We help with the Camp Casey swim program, we’ve helped with the high school track renovation, tennis court renovation. We get requests from all over, but basically everything we raise goes back into the community for nonprofit organizations.

We do also support some international programs like building playgrounds in Mexico or children’s programs in Turkey, but that is a small portion of what we do. Most goes back into the Coupeville community.”

Photo Courtesy of Coupeville Lions Club Truckloads of donated items are being taken to Coupeville Middle School this week in preparation for the 39th annual Coupeville Lions’ Garage Sale, to be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 30 and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, July 1.

Pulk said it is the feeling of community and camaraderie that comes from working with his fellow Lions Club members on the garage sale that he enjoys.

The Coupeville Lions Club has been around since 1937.

Besides its annual garage sale, the group holds an annual scholarship auction, salmon BBQ, shopping spree and white cane days for sight and hearing. Meetings are held at the Coupeville United Methodist Church fellowship Hall at 608 N. Main Street every Wednesday at 6 p.m. from September through May. The group meets twice a month during June, July and August. More information is available online at coupevillelions.org for those who would like to get involved in the garage sale or other Lions Club events.

“It’s an opportunity to get out and work with other Lions and people in the community,” he said. “We do pickups together and putting this together requires a lot of organization. I’m retired, I have time, so that’s what I do.”

“I think the sale itself is the most fun part of the process because there are so many people involved in it, we get to deal with the public and it’s just a frenzy,” Pulk said. “A fun frenzy.”

Photo Courtesy of Coupeville Lions Club Smiles are free, but you can buy furniture, appliances, games, books – pretty much anything you can think of – at the 39th annual Coupeville Lions’ Garage Sale, to be held Saturday and Sunday, June 30 and July 1 at Coupeville Middle School.

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July 22, 1987 – June 11, 2018

Joshua Vernon Bybee, age 30, of Freeland, died suddenly Monday, June 11, 2018, due to a motorcycle accident near Langley.

Joshua was born in Goldendale, Wash., July 22, 1987, to Jesse Bybee and Marilyn Smithwick. In 2002, he moved with his family to Whidbey Island, and attended South Whidbey High School. He loved spending time with his family and children. Joshua loved the outdoors, and enjoyed hiking, camping, motorcycling and flying drones. He was a “big kid at heart.”

Joshua is survived by his fiancée, Amy Lynds, and sons, Jack, Kelton and Lincoln, all of Freeland; his parents, Jesse Bybee and Marilyn Smithwick, both of Goldendale; his four sisters, Kelly, Michelle, Christy and Keri and their families; his grandmother, Vera Winton; also, numerous other relatives.

Memorial donations may be made in his name at GoFundMe. Services will be announced at a later date. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories at www.whidbeymemorial. com.

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Saturday, March 31 6:32 am, N Main St. Reporting party states people are stealing her belongings. Also says she was assaulted by a doctor last night.

8:51 am, Kieko Way Reporting party is landlord; advising tenant is supposed to be moving out by end of day; reporting party told her it was moving day and she said “Grow up, don’t mess with God’s kids.”

10:01 am, Rocky Point Dr. Advising a Motorola radio is on his front porch; wasn’t there yesterday.

11:17 am, N Main St. Caller thinks male subject is stalking her; was there two weeks ago and just now.

Originally thought it was child’s father but it’s not. Was taking pictures of her door.

12:10 pm, E Crescent Harbor Rd. Party advising male in his 60s is making loops around intersection on foot; reporting party saw male just now, has been in area for last hour. Requesting check.

12:40 pm, Santa Fe Ct. Reporting party has court order with “Sandra” and she was at reporting party’s house 20 minutes ago, has since left.

12:41 pm, Santa Fe Ct. Party advising “Sandra” made a ruckus, tried to hit reporting party with her car.

1:21 pm, Sloan Pl. Advising friend came to caller’s house and stole house and car keys; occurred last week. States she is calling now because they are coming over to visit today.

5:56 pm, Patmore Rd. Reporting party states 90-year-old male is parking in no parking zone, fire lane; advising when he parks, he hits fence.

Sunday, April 1 2:23 am, Gary Ln. Caller advising neighbor is throwing rocks at window, thought window was going to break; has called multiple times and been advised not much officers can do.

Suspect is running back and forth saying “F*** you.”

12:34 pm, Monkey Hill Rd. Loose peacock in reporting party’s yard; party does not know where it belongs.

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1:01 pm, NE 16th Ave. Caller states car ran over tree in cemetery; driver trying to get car out now.

Monday, April 2 10:20 am, Harbor Sands Ln. Caller advising neighbor just threw hardboiled egg at caller’s RV. 12:41 pm, SR 20 Caller advising two male subjects at bus stop highly intoxicated; one male fell to the ground and has not gotten back up yet, the other male is singing.

5:10 pm, Patmore Rd. Advising older gentleman keeps parking in no parking spot and every time subject backs up, hits the fence. Ongoing issue.

Tuesday, April 3 9:33 am, SW 2nd Ave. Reporting party advising former employer is harassing him for no reason.

12:59 pm, Delphi Dr. Requesting call in reference to new sign that just appeared welcoming hoarders and junkies at the known VUCSA house.

2:49 pm, SW Erie St. Caller advising male subject has locked himself in the bathroom stall.

Wednesday, April 4 8:50 am, SR 20 Requesting call referencing letting a female live with him for over a year. She has mental health issues, “dual personalities,” and was supposed to get full time employment to get insurance and mental help while living with reporting party.

Female has not done this and her mental condition seems to be deteriorating.

Reporting party wants law enforcement to be aware of this.

9:48 am, Darvic Pl. Reporting three peacocks roaming neighborhood for three months; lots of neighbors feeding them, but two have died in last week. Caller wants to know what can be done to save last one.

1 pm, Pine Wood Way Caller advising an aggressive cat is coming to caller’s residence and killing wild birds in the area.

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Make a Difference

By Anna Toledo

Island County Shore Friendly Program & Marine Resources Committee

ENJOY AND PROTECT YOUR SHORELINE PROPERTY THIS SUMMER Summer is finally here! This means sunshine and BBQs and long, leisurely evenings on the beach. Living in an island community means we are integrally connected to our shorelines. If you live by the water, you know how special this connection is. Watching the tides come and go, soothing and methodical. Fishing, crabbing, and clamming to bring home a fresh seafood feast. Smiling while your grandkids squeal with glee as the waves lap at their toes. Taking in a one-of-a-kind sunset and the visits from seals and seabirds. Maybe you’ve even spotted a whale!

Living on the shoreline comes with unique joys, as well as a unique call to stewardship.

It may also bring some potential apprehensions about erosion or flooding. As a shoreline homeowner, at the bridge between land and sea, you are invested in protecting and enjoying your property for years to come, as well as living in harmony with the beautiful landscape and ecosystem which attracted you to live here in the first place.

For several years, hard armoring techniques, such as wood or concrete bulkheads or seawalls, were installed to protect shoreline properties from erosion. You may have purchased or inherited your property with an existing bulkhead. Now, it is better understood that hard armoring can have negative impacts to the marine habitat, and may not be the best solution for protecting your property. Luckily, there are ways to protect your home while also supporting the natural shoreline habitat. Take a look at some of these “Shore Friendly” tips below.

Leave your beach natural Many properties are not in need of any type of structural elements along the shoreline to protect them from erosion. If your house is on a low energy beach or set back from the shore, you may be able to leave your beach natural. Not only will you be supporting habitat for fish and wildlife, you’ll also be able to access your beach easily and enjoy the beautiful aesthetics of a natural shoreline.

You can learn more about shoreline processes and factors that contribute to erosion at shorefriendly.org/your-erosion-risk.

Remove your bulkhead Just as there are areas where you can leave your beach natural, there are also areas where existing bulkheads are not necessary.

You might be able to remove part of your entire bulkhead. If some additional protection is needed, you can replace it with softer techniques, described below. Is your bulkhead starting to deteriorate? This is an ideal time to look at which options would be most effective for your property. Check out “Your Marine Waterfront,” available at wdfw. wa.gov/publications/01791, for a handy guide about alternatives to hard armoring.

Consider “softer” options Soft shore protection is a process of utilizing natural materials such as gravel, sand, logs, or roots in such a way to protect a shoreline from erosion. Beaches with soft shore protection designs have a natural look to them, and include both the benefits of easier access for recreation, as well as providing important habitat for near-shore species. You can read more about soft shore protection solutions as well as the permitting process at the Island County Shore Friendly webpage: www.islandcountywa.gov/Health/DNR/ShoreFriendly.

Plant native vegetation Whether you’re right at the shore or you live at the top of a bluff, native plants provide a lot of benefit. Vegetation helps stabilize slopes and absorb rainwater that might otherwise cause surface erosion. Trees and shrubs provide shade and protective cover for the eggs of forage fish – small fish who are prey for salmon and other marine species. Did you know terrestrial insects are an important part of a juvenile salmon’s diet? That’s right, bugs that fall from plants hanging over the water are consumed by salmon below.

Planting native vegetation doesn’t have to compromise your view either. There are pruning techniques that will help you maintain a view while protecting the integrity of the plant. Whidbey Island Conservation District (www.whidbeycd.org) has great resources and recommendations for native vegetation planting and maintenance. To learn more about the role of native vegetation in slope stabilization, consider reading “Vegetation Management: A Guide for Bluff Property Owners,” a publication created for bluff property owners in the Puget Sound which can be found at Washington Dept. of Ecology’s website https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/ publications/documents/9331.pdf.

Move your house up or back As we are seeing an increase in the frequency and intensity of storms, more shoreline property owners are responding to these conditions by moving their houses. Raising a house vertically or moving it back from the shore doesn’t have to be as daunting as it sounds.

In fact, the permit required for raising your house can often be filed as a Shoreline Exemption – Limited Review, the fastest and lowest cost Island County shoreline permit.

For more information about Island County permits, visit: www.islandcountywa.gov/ Planning/Pages/permits.aspx.

When building new, consider all these factors Are you in the process of designing your dream home by the water? As you work with your architect or contractor, be sure to consider your home’s setback from the shore, and how you can incorporate native vegetation into your landscape. With proper planning, you can have peace of mind during winter storms and still enjoy the beauty of your beach and natural marine habitat.

How do I know what will work on my property?

Before following any of the above tips, your first step should be to get a professional site assessment for your shoreline property to understand which options are feasible. Several elements, including the localized wave action, drainage measures, and location of your house and septic drain field will all factor in to what solutions are best.

Now through September, Island County is partnering with the Northwest Straits Foundation which is providing free technical site visits with a coastal geologist to assess your shoreline property and provide recommendations for solutions to protect your property while also protecting the habitat it supports.

To sign up for a free site visit, go to: www. surveymonkey.com/r/SiteVisit2017-18 To learn more about the Island County Shore Friendly program, visit our webpage at www. islandcountywa.gov/Health/DNR/ShoreFriendly or contact Anna Toledo at a.toledo@ co.island.wa.us or 360-678-2349.

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“Higher, Debbie, higher!” squeals 5-yearold Ainsley as Debbie Banta pushes her in a swing at the play area at Fort Nugent Park in Oak Harbor.

If it isn’t Ainsley seeking Banta’s attention, then it is her younger sister, Isla, who is 2.

Both girls are bundles of energy as they move from activity to activity, laughing in delight.

Baby brother Cassian, at just nine months, smiles at Banta as she gives him gentle nudges in the baby swing, but it is his mom, Josanna Lapham, who handles the bulk of his demands.

Three children under age 6 keep Lapham busy, as it would any young parent. A military spouse, Lapham’s husband deployed just after Cassian’s birth, leaving her to handle the kids and the household alone, a situation to which most military families can relate.

This is where Banta comes in. A volunteer with Mother Mentors of Whidbey Island, Banta met Lapham a couple of years back,

Kathy Reed/Whidbey Weekly Debbie Banta, left, is a friend and mentor to Josanna Lapham, mother of three young children - Isla, Cassian and Ainsley - who met through Mother Mentors of Whidbey Island. The organization is looking for volunteers to help families with young children.

when Isla was an infant and Lapham was a young mom in a new town with no friends or family nearby. Banta helped out for a few months and the two women built a good rapport. When Lapham found out her husband would be deploying again just after their third child arrived, she called her mentor and asked if she’d be willing to do it again.

“I’m there for moral support,” said Banta, who has been a Mother Mentors volunteer for three years.

“I look forward to Debbie’s visit every week,” said Lapham. “I love how the girls get excited every time she comes over and I love being able to catch my breath or have an adult conversation.”

“It is our mission to offer emotional and practical support to parents of young children, ages birth to 5, free of charge,” said Kate McVay, executive director of Mother Mentors of Whidbey Island, a nonprofit organization. “We try to prevent isolation and strengthen families. We have kind of a neighbor-helping-neighbor approach.”

Kathy Reed/Whidbey Weekly Young mom Josanna Lapham pushes her daughter, Isla, on a swing at Fort Nugent Park in Oak Harbor.

Mother Mentors of Whidbey Island currently has 23 volunteers but is in need of more.

There is a waiting list for its in-home mentoring services, which it offers in addition to its weekly Playscape events that bring children together for needed socialization and allows parents to connect as well.

Volunteer mentors must undergo training and pass a background check before being paired with a family. They also attend regular monthly meetings where mentors can talk over any issues or get new information.

Mentors agree to meet with a family once a week for a minimum of six months. Volunteers can perform a number of tasks, such as playing with the kids while mom or dad takes a shower, helping to prepare a meal or perhaps some light household tasks.

“We’re not maids and we’re not babysitters,” said McVay. “Parents must stay at home during a mentor’s visit, but our mentors might do some light chores like folding laundry or just offering moral support. We work on building relationships and we can tell these parents what a good job they’re doing.”

You don’t need any special qualifications to be a mentor, according to McVay. “Anybody can be a mentor,” she said.

“It’s helpful if you like children, are a good listener and can be encouraging.”

“I’m always looking for ways to help people,” said Banta of why she became a mentor. “I’ve been there, done that. I’ve lived through similar situations, so I have some perspective.”

“I would recommend Mother Mentors to

everyone,” said Lapham, who grew up in Longview but doesn’t get to see her family as often as she’d like. “It kept me sane during my husband’s deployment, especially when I didn’t know anyone. It was very welcoming.”

The two women say they have developed a lifelong friendship and Lapham appreciates the wisdom and experience Banta brings to the relationship.

“For me, it’s very important for the kids to be around multiple generations because they don’t get to see their grandparents that often,” she said. “This friendship is fun, it’s good for them. And I love we have this second person to come in and love on my kids.”

“I’m a mentor to several families on the island,” said McVay. “One of the things that is so rewarding is the joy of that bond with a young child and watching them grow.”

Anyone interested in learning more about the Mother Mentors program can go to mothermentors.org. The next volunteer training will take place at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 26 at the Presbyterian Church in Oak Harbor.

Those interested in attending must sign up by emailing McVay at wamothermentors@ gmail.com.

“Getting a chance to help young moms has been a blast,” said Banta.

South Whidbey School Farms gets boost from Goosefoot Goosefoot, a local nonprofit community and economic development organization, has given South Whidbey School Farms a big boost – in the form of a check for $50,000, presented Thursday, June 14 at the Elementary School Farm. The organization had contributed more than $170,000 in matching grants to the School Farms Program over a three-year period from 2014-2016, and has announced it will give the program another $50,000 grant next year.

“The South Whidbey School Farms are such an important part of our healthy, growing food system on Whidbey,” said Sandra Whiting, Goosefoot executive director in a press release.

The School Farms deliver over 1,000 pounds of fresh organic produce to the Chartwells-managed school cafeterias. Students have been able to create salad bars, Taco Tuesdays, and more, all with produce the students grew and picked themselves. The program has expanded to the high school within the last year as well, enabling more students to learn about their local food systems, growing more produce for use by the school cafeterias, Good Cheer, and Whidbey Island Nourishes.

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Photo Courtesy of Goosefoot Pictured from left: Kayla Leganza, Goose; Belinda Permentor, Goose; John Albertson, Myers Group; Dave Martin, Myers Group; Sandy Whiting, Goosefoot; Linda Racicot, South Whidbey School Board; Jo Moccia, South Whidbey School District; Marian Myszkowski, Goosefoot; Pam Leloup, Goosefoot Board; Cary Peterson, School Farm Manager; Patty Imes, Goosefoot Board; Leigh Bloom, Goosefoot Board; James Swanson, Langley Middle School Principal

In addition to grants from Goosefoot, the success of the garden program hinges on continued support of the community. Those wanting to donate to the School Farms may send a check, made payable to the South Whidbey School District with “School Farm” on the memo line, to 5520 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260, or visit https://whidbeyschoolgardens.wordpress.com/donate/ to donate online.

More information about Goosefoot can be found online at www.goosefoot.org.

There was an error in the June 14 issue of Whidbey Weekly. Maggie Garrett was misidentified. Garrett, 12, plays the role of Charlie Bucket in Whidbey Playhouse’s musical production of “Willy Wonka.” You can still see Garrett and the rest of the cast in this delightfully sweet production through June 24 in Oak Harbor. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursday – Saturday and there is one final matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets and information are available at www. whidbeyplayhouse.com.

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

THE LAYERS OF RINGS – ONION RINGS TO BE EXACT! We talk about a lot of foods, a lot of dishes and the myriad ingredients that comprise them.

We’ve discussed so many of them, I almost lose track! But we haven’t really talked about a very common food, a household staple and one of the most flavorful ingredients there is: the humble onion.

June 22 is National Onion Ring day and because of this, I thought it most fitting we shine the spotlight on these bulbous balls of flavor. Some 5,500 years ago is when these little (or big, depending) guys were first cultivated in an organized fashion in Asia. Not only was their taste causing a bit of a stir around the world, their medicinal and spiritual value played a role in their popularity as well.

In ancient Egypt, onions were grown and eaten because of their internal spherical structure. It was resonant of eternal life, and therefore incorporated in burial ceremonies, thus imbuing this bulb with a status and power all its own.

As part of the Allium family (which also consists of leeks, garlic, chives and scallions), onion is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. With a high dose of vitamin C packed in any one onion, this vegetable is great for hair, skin and nails, which are regulated by good supplies of collagen, which vitamin C helps to maintain. In fact,

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the green tops of green onions are said to be rich in vitamin A, too, so don’t throw those parts away! And that’s not all - onions contain chromium, which is known to help regulate blood sugar.(Always seek your primary care professional’s advice about all things related to your diet and health, though!) Yes, onion may be rather powerful in the odor department, however it seems to pack a beneficial health punch, too.

These are but a few of the benefits the onion holds within it’s layers, but it doesn’t stop there.

Onion is used often to flavor food without adding excess sodium. Its ultra-strong flavor and aroma are both so distinctive. When someone is cooking with onion, we can smell it a mile away.

For some, it’s a delicious scent, signaling our gut to grumble and belly to begin telling us it’s time to eat! For others, the smell is positively repugnant, so to each their own. Such is the nature of onion; you either love it or hate it. I don’t think there is really a middle ground with this veggie.

I use onion whenever I can. From incorporating it into my mac ‘n’ cheese recipe (I fry it up with fresh tomatoes and chopped bacon before mixing it in to the cheese sauce), to breading and frying it; I find ways of including it in as many meals as I can. I do have to hide it from some of my family members however, for the simple reason that if they see it, they immediately cannot eat the food; it has become inedible. If they don’t observe the onion, they

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To be sure, one of my most favorite ways to eat onion is in the form of an onion ring. Whenever I go to a restaurant, I look to see if the appetizer section has onion rings and if it does, I order them. There are so many varieties and recipes and batters it’s just amazing. I would like to say shoe string onion fries are my favorite, with their tempura-like batter and oh so thin and crispy exterior, but I also hold the large wedge-like onion rings in very high regard, so it’s hard to say which is ‘the best.’

Onion Ring day soon, and if and when you do, it’s done in due style – by eating some onion rings! I’m including a simple recipe for these golden delights we like in my house (original recipe is from www.allrecipes.com/recipe/82659/ old-fashioned-onion-rings/), and please always, always exercise caution when cooking and working with hot oil! If you try the recipe out, let me know if you like it as much as I do! Please send any and all comments, questions - and most definitely recipes - you would like to share to letsdish.whidbeyweekly@gmail.com and we can do just that – Dish!

So, who invented these delicious morsels of crispy goodness? As with many things in food history, the claim to who came up with the idea for onion rings is a little unclear, but the supposed earliest mention of them in print appeared in an 1802 cookbook by John Mollard, called “The Art of Cookery Made Easy and Refined.”

The instructions were for thick-cut rings of onion to be battered in cream, flour, salt, pepper and parmesan cheese, then fried in lard. In 1903, a recipe was featured in the “Middletown, New Daily Times” for French Onion Rings and in the 1920s, an Oak Cliff, Texas restaurant claimed to be the birthplace of the onion ring.

Simple Old-Fashioned Onion Rings Large onion cut into ¼ inch rounds (I use white onion) 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup milk 1 egg ¾ cup breadcrumbs Your choice of seasoned salt (I like garlic salt best) 1-quart oil for frying (or as much as is needed)

are more than happy with first, second and sometimes third helpings.

Whoever invented the simple snack dish, one thing is for sure, they’re one of the most popular items on so many eateries’ menus, and with good reason. Did you know, according to the National Onion Association, consumption of the veggie has increased by about 50-percent over the last two decades? Did you also know the largest onion grown thus far was cultivated by Peter Glazebrook from England and it weighed in at a whopping 18-pounds, 1-ounce?! Pretty eye-watering numbers.

Speaking of eye-watering, apparently the reason we tear up when chopping onions is due to the sulfuric compounds contained within the seemingly innocuous vegetable. I’ve had so many tips for cutting down on the crying when chopping up onions – everything from ‘put a piece of wheat bread in your mouth so it’s sticking out’ to ‘run some water while slicing them.’ Everyone has a way to avoid bleary onion eyes I think, so do whatever works for you as long as it’s safe!

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Using a deep fryer, heat the oil to 365° F. In a medium bowl, stir together flour, salt and baking powder. Separate the onion into individual rings, then coat in the flour and set aside on a plate. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together and then mix into the flour. Dip the onion rings into the batter and set onto a wire rack until they stop dripping. Next, spread the crumbs out in a plate and coat each battered ring with breadcrumbs. Tap off loose breadcrumbs and deep fry a few at a time until golden. Remove from oil and allow to drain on paper towels. Season with seasoning of choice and serve with any dip you like and enjoy! https://civilwartalk.com/threads/onionrings.114927/ www.care2.com/greenliving/8-great-reasons-toeat-more-onions.html To read past columns of Let’s Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

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CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER

By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) It’s quite possible you’ll be hearing more than you care to hear this week on a variety of topics. Emotions run high over even the most mundane of things. Take what you hear with a grain of salt and try not to overreact.

Some of what you hear is trustworthy, much of it is not. The art of smooth sailing lies in knowing the difference. On the 21st, the truth of the matter lies somewhere between the extremes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) A subject understood well in the overview presents you a rare opportunity to grasp the same topic in its intricacies.

This is good, since the deep understanding you seek lies in the details. The learning environment viewed closeup and first hand will look much different from the distant view. Be ready on the 21st to transition from book learning to hands-on experience. Some things can be learned only by doing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Optimistic though you may be this week, don’t be surprised at the number of people willing to rain on your parade.

It’s nothing personal, some are just slower than you to catch on to the reality you’re already living.

Continue to live it and let others catch you if they can. Holding yourself back works in favor of no one. Make your own choice from among the possibilities on the 21st and don’t worry that others don’t see them.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Practicalities are central to the choices confronting you this week. Don’t hesitate to seek a second opinion, since the emotions of the moment can easily blind you to the real issue at hand. Just remember that you alone must accept responsibility for what you decide. Blaming others for unexpected outcomes is a no-no here. Proceed by increments on the 21st and don’t let the big picture overwhelm you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) It’s a good week to be spontaneous. You won’t always know where your actions are taking you, true, and therein lies the magic.

Spontaneity is the stuff of which happy discoveries are made. Just follow your interests and don’t be surprised if matters turn out better than if you planned them. The spin-off value, in case you care, is that you will be gaining evidence that reality is not random. Think about that on the 21st.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Seeing both sides in a dispute this week may not make it any easier to decide on a course of action. If your sympathies lie with both camps, it may actually make things harder. To prevent indecision from translating into inaction, ask yourself what is the best

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Pragmatic approaches to daily living lack appeal this week.

When the excitement of things new and different takes hold, practicalities go out the window. You’ll feel much more drawn to idealistic possibilities of what could be. This could set you up in a tug-owar with a certain unimaginative someone.

Don’t be so dazzled by future prospects on the 21st that you fail to consider the immediate impact.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Areas in which you’re becoming too set in your ways could present problems this week. Disruptive factors that come as challenges to the routine may be a headache, but they are really your friend in the end. If you’re all about work and no play, expect changes ahead. New and better ways are in the wind. You need not seek them; they will find you. The brave new future is all around you on the 21st.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Challenging circumstances this week may force you to depend less on yourself and more on what you can accomplish in tandem with others. Teamwork may feel foreign to the needs of the moment, but do your best to embrace it.

Working in isolation to solve your problems is presently not the way to go. Go where the flow of events leads on the 21st. You’re never too old to learn a new trick.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) No apologies necessary if your attention is fixed well beyond the present. Your future-oriented focus is sorely needed to balance the failings of those whose vision is limited to short-term gratification. Both perspectives have important things to contribute, however. Incorporate the opposing viewpoint on the 21st or risk missing the target. Direct hits come easily, as the bullseye is bigger than you think.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) Doing things the way you’ve always done them may not produce the same results this week. If the old ways no longer are working, it’s high time you changed them.

Expect lots of support from people and circumstance. Even tiny steps in the right direction get rewarded. Over time, it becomes readily apparent that reality is interactive, responding to your efforts in ways that encourage right action. Watch the 21st.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) New ways of applying basic principles can break up boredom and breathe life into your daily routine this week.

No matter what hand life has dealt you, there’s a way to play it that makes living fun again. The game is not rigged against you, however much it may seem so at times. Look to the movers and shakers in your crowd to introduce a wild card on the 21st. Make of it what you will. © 2018, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

CLUES ACROSS 1. Glowering 7. Sports equipment 13. Relief organization 14. Go against the flow 16. A public promotion of some product or service 17. Premier League’s Spurs 19. Of I 20. Tears down (Brit.)

22. One point north of due east 23. Sandwich shops 25. American spy 26. Medieval stringed instrument 28. Self-immolation by fire ritual 29. Pearl Jam’s debut 30. Panthers’ Newton 31. Press against lightly 33. __ Squad 34. Eminem hit 36. Violent seizure of property 38. Native or inhabitant of Asia 40. Loudness units 41. Knotted anew 43. Daddy 44. Folk singer DiFranco 45. Women from the Mayflower 47. Metric capacity unit

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59. India and Nepal border river 60. Santa says it three times 61. Hungers 64. Linear unit 65. Speech 67. Taking forcefully 69. Places to be 70. Amusing behavior CLUES DOWN 1. Adult female 2. An alternative 3. Rituals 4. Native American people 5. High school exam 6. Respect 7. Tanned 8. Kilometers per hour 9. Ancient Israeli city 10. Periods 11. Electron volt 12. Smallest interval in classical Western music 13. Metric weight unit 15. Occupies 18. __ and flow

21. Responsive to physical stimuli 24. One who presses into thin sheets 26. Jogged 27. Automobile 30. Punished 32. Belonging to a bottom layer 35. Japanese delicacy 37. Soda 38. Algonquian language 39. Legislators 42. Father 43. Needed at the ATM 46. Baltimore footballers 47. __ Tomei, actress 49. Expands 50. Person (Indonesian) 52. Related 54. Where wrestlers work 55. American communist leader 57. Creatively tell 59. Separatist group 62. Edgar Allan __, poet 63. A way to discolor 66. Actinium 68. Integrated circuit Answers on page 15

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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