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Summer is officially here, you’ve taken the time to clean your salmon rods and lightly oil the reels, you have spent some cleanup time on the boat and bought a few new salmon lures. Now you’re ready to chase the wonderful summer salmon that migrate through our Puget Sound waters. After driving or boating to that hot spot you read about or the honey-hole your buddy was kind enough to give you the GPS coordinates to, you hook into a hard-fighting fish, you play him carefully to the net, then the question with the ever-changing answer pops into your head: “Can I keep it?” You studied the current state regulations, and checked the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s website for recent emergency changes to the area you’re fishing and at this point all things point to a salmon dinner. However, looking down at the prize in the water, you start to question what type of salmon it is. It’s chrome bright and according to the regulations, it has the right amount of fins (wild-vs-hatchery); you’re just not sure if it is a Chinook, a Coho, a Sockeye, a Chum, or a Pink salmon. Depending on whether it is an odd or even year and what summer month you’re fishing, the fish you just landed could be any one of the five species and figuring out which one it is can be challenging, especially for a first time salmon angler or visiting family and friends. I wish I could tell you each fish had one unique feature or natural marking as a sure way to tell them apart from each other, especially when caught in the saltwater during their ocean phase, but unfortunately there is not; time and experience on the water, catching all five different species and honing your fish recognition skills is the only true way to learn what is in your net from an “in the field” stand point. Obviously, biologists could take a scale sample and confirm the species, but hopefully it never comes to that. The state has done a pretty good job over the last few years by printing color pictures of each fish inside the regulation booklet, along with some specific things to look for on each fish to help with identification, but like I mentioned earlier, even with the state’s efforts to help, “fish-ID” can be difficult. I recall a recent phone call I got from some buddies who asked me how they could be sure the fish they had just landed was a Chinook, which was open so they could retain the fish, and not a Coho, which had to be released. To me, my answer made perfect sense. I said “what does it smell like?” After some light laughter on their part they replied, “It smells like fish, any other silly questions?”

This leads me to what I have discovered over my years of salmon fishing: Chinook salmon have a very distinct metallic, almost chemical smell to their skin, so that’s why I had my friends smelling their fish. Keep this metallic smell in mind and add this tip to the other observed ID factors when out fishing; all the other species just “smell fishy.” To summarize, during their ocean phase, Pacific salmon can be hard to identify, so be patient, use your nose, the state regulations booklet, and other descriptive pictures, along with any seasoned fishermen who might be fishing nearby to help you decide before putting your catch on ice. July 1 was the salmon opener for many of the surrounding Marine areas. The winds were pretty stiff that day, but for fishermen who found the soft water, Chinook weighing in the teens were brought back to the dock. Numbers of Sockeye salmon showing up at the Baker River trap are on track with last year; if this trend continues, we will see between 16,000 and 17,000 total fish returning to the trap. This will be about half of the estimated run of 35,000 fish - I’m not sure how the other 17,000 fish are accounted for. From these trapped fish, most will be transported over the dam via truck and let loose in Baker Lake. Heavy gill netting from the mouth of the Baker River to the Lowell Patterson Bridge will slow the trap numbers and affect how many fish will be transferred to the Baker Lake reservoir; however, we should still get enough fish in the reservoir to make a trip to the lake worthwhile. The last two weeks of July will be the peak of the Baker run; other than a slight increase of fish in mid August, the spawning numbers will drop off sharply and end. Baker Reservoir (Lake) fishing was open July 7 and is scheduled to be open through September 7. In years past, the early morning bite has been the best; be prepared for quite a few boats on the lake during the first part of the season. The late summer rains will help our fish by keeping the water temps lower, but don’t let the summer beat your weather guard down; fog and high winds can ruin a great day of offshore fishing so always check local weather conditions and prepare for unexpected changes. Summer is an exciting time to fish, and while on the water be sure to keep your eyes open for other marine activity such as whales, seals and Harbor Porpoise. Be safe out there and GOOD FISHING! To read past columns of “Island Anger” in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

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Desk notes Judging from the debris on his caboose desk, Freeman must not throw anything away. He never did when we were kids, but, back when we were kids, he had nothing to throw away but the remains from his Roy Rogers lunch box. There are lots of little notes on this black topped wooden relic of a desk from the 1928 Milwaukee Road caboose, once inhabited by bourbon infested drovers en route to the next round-up. The impressions from the myriad of steel-toed bunks speak silently from the caboose floor. Stains from over-cooked black-eyed peas, coffee grounds, and spilled Mercurochrome look up at me as I look down. There is a post-it note, no longer posted, under the desk chair, once on sale at Office Max before Office Depot came in to jack up the once fair prices. On the note is written, “check the history of cough drops.” Has he written about this already? Like most of his friends, I don’t read his stuff. Why bother? We know him. Just in case, let me check. I can Bing this one in no time. Cough drops According to Wikipedia, the first cough drops were invented in the year 1000 BC by Egyptians. “Candies to soothe the throat date back to 1000 BC in Egypt’s Twentieth Dynasty, when they were made from honey flavored with citrus, herbs, and spices.” There is no mention of the first person who ever coughed, but based on my research in the 60s for my grad school thesis entitled “Cough It Up, You Swallowed It—The History of Phlegm,” I think the first coughers were in church, possibly staring at a coffin during a funeral service. Wikipedia continues–“In the 19th century, physicians discovered morphine and heroin, which suppress coughing at its source–the brain. Popular formulations of that era included Smith Brothers Cough Drops, first advertised in 1852, and Luden’s, created in 1879. Concern over the risk of opioid dependence led to the development of alternative medications.” Not to beg the question since I never learned how to beg to an inanimate expression, but there was only one cough drop for me and Freeman. Pine Brothers Wild Cherry Cough Drops. Unlike Luden’s or Smith Brothers or Fisherman’s Friend or Sen Sen, Pine Brothers held up. These were chewable cough drops, not the sucking kind. Sure, you could suck on one of these, but it might take a couple of days for it to disappear. Chewing one of these trough shaped delights created a subtle wild cherry flavor. Not overwhelming like Luden’s, or underwhelming like Smith Brothers, the Pine Brothers, Lonesome and Sol, nailed the time released flavor even before Contac Cold and Flu was releasing tiny time capsules into one’s inner space. It has been years since Freeman and I have shared a box of Pine Brothers Wild Cherry Cough Drops. The Pine Brothers must have moved. Can’t find them anywhere.

Know anyone suffering from average happiness? Freeman was once pulled over by a state trooper for “extreme happiness,” but the trooper talked him out of it. According to the aforementioned Washington Post article, which I found under Freeman’s chair cushion, once a pillow, the recipe for rural delight is “shorter commute times,” “less expensive housing,” and “a smaller share of the population was foreign born.” “They also found that people in the happiest communities are less transient than in the least happy communities, that they are more likely to feel a ‘sense of belonging’ in their communities.” Freeman used to say back in the 80s that he thought he was happier in Canada because they had better beer. In fact, for years, back when he had his father’s Oldsmobile, he and Pal used to go to Hope, British Columbia for New Year’s Eve at the local bowling alley. The next day they would do their laundry at the coin-op down from the Elks Club where they enjoyed more Canadian beer, Canadian BarB-Q, and Canadian happiness.

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Freeman used to say “no one ever washes clothes on New Years Day.” I never argued with him. How would I know, eh? Happiness is a tough one. How is it measured? What makes me happy is one thing. What makes you happy is something else. If the same things make us happy, maybe we should get a box of cough drops and go watch the sunset. Shoot ‘em ups On this train desk, there are several copies of a twenty-four page magazine entitled Western Clippings, www.westernclippings.com. Freeman said it is his favorite magazine since Photoplay. Jim has circled a segment of page 7, from issue #140, Nov./Dec. 2017, of Boyd Magers ad-free must-have publication for any western fan. “In the earliest Western radio dramas, gunshots were made by slapping a wooden lathe on a leather pillow or snapping a rat trap on a snare drum. Eventually, ‘starter pistols’ were used. By 1950 a trio of talented CBS sound men obtained a variety of weapons and recorded shotguns, rifles and pistols of various calibers indoors and outdoors. With all these gunshots on audio tape they could replicate whatever a western script called for.” Freeman has a 17 and half caliber Daisy Red Ryder BB rifle next to his caboose door. That should keep the hooligans at bay, or at least the family of raccoons I saw this morning when I came by to find out I was writing this week’s column. Don’t blame me. What are friends for? I just hope he doesn’t get back before I hit SEND. To read past columns of On Track in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

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Bits & Pieces Jordan Wood-Pina, Oak Harbor High School, is a young, nationally-recognized sailing competitor who chooses to study marine biology at Western Washington University. She wishes to work with the Department of Fish and Wildlife one day.

WhidbeyHealth Paramedic Shows Superman Strength in Rescue

Olivia Flack, Oak Harbor High School, has been an environmentally-impassioned volunteer while in high school, who is now headed to Western Washington University’s Honors Program in environmental policy.

Goose Rock Summit Trail at Deception Pass State Park was where hiker Mary Anderson fell and broke her ankle and tore a ligament. She could not walk and Emergency Medical Services were called in.

Aengus Dubendorf, South Whidbey High School, is an accomplished leader in high school environmental activities and will attend Washington State University, majoring in natural resource policy and economics with the intention of becoming an environmental lawyer.

“I am the woman that fell that day while hiking on Goose Rock. Nick was truly a superhero,” said Anderson, an Oak Harbor resident.

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For his feat of incredible strength and ingenuity, EMS Paramedic Nick Runions received a letter of commendation from Jason Armstrong, the area manager for the park and its satellite parks.

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“The trail is steep, with varied footing requirements and numerous switchbacks,” wrote Armstrong, “It was apparent the patient had sustained a notable ankle injury and would not be able to extricate herself.” Onto the scene came Runions and his partner, EMT Tom Cross. Seeing that they would be unable to walk down the trail with the patient, which was not wide enough to accommodate two people side-by-side, Runions did some innovative thinking. The paramedic fashioned a back strap in a way that enabled him to fix Anderson onto his back He then climbed with her back up to the crest of the summit and safely down to the bottom of the trail. Armstrong’s letter continued: Mr. Runions exhibited a great deal of compassion and concern for the patient’s well-being. However impressive his compassion and people skills are, they would be overshadowed by his physical condition. Mr. Runions was able to carry the patient to safety by himself. This required a tremendous amount of strength and stamina, as he carried her nearly the entire trip from southeast of the summit to the parking lot at Deception Pass Bridge. The estimated distance is approximately 1.5 miles. Nick Runions’ professionalism and commitment to service reduced the amount of resources and time it would normally require to remove a patient from this location. As the Area Manager, I want to personally thank Nick for his professionalism and his personal commitment to remain in peak physical condition. These skills are invaluable to his profession and the public. The letter was presented to Runions at an EMS staff meeting on June 14 by Roger Meyers, Manager of WhidbeyHealth Emergency Medical Services. Anderson expressed her incredulity and gratitude for the feat. “I have to express my profound gratitude to Nick and all of the other paramedics and park rangers that came to my aid. I’m looking at an 8-12 week recovery period for a broken ankle and torn ligament. I am quite sure that it would have been a worse scenario without them.” [Submitted by Patricia Duff, WhidbeyHealth]

2018 Whidbey Audubon Society Renee Smith Scholarship Recipients Three environmentally-impassioned, graduated Whidbey high school seniors are the recipients of 2018 Whidbey Audubon Society (WAS) Renee Smith Scholarships for environmental/ conservation study. They were introduced and spoke at the WAS membership meeting on May 10, 2018.

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Sierra Country Club Achieves National Recognition as Whidbey Island’s First Firewise USA® Site

Whidbey Island Music Festival Thirteenth Season The Whidbey Island Music Festival is delighted to announce it’s thirteenth summer season of chamber music concerts. This season will present a wide-ranging series of six performances of four different programs, all on period instruments. The Whidbey Island Music Festival is a beloved annual event that presents great performances of baroque and classical chamber music in relaxed and intimate venues on beautiful Whidbey Island, with repertoire ranging from Monteverdi to Beethoven and beyond. The Whidbey Island Music Festival brings music of the past four centuries to life with vivid and moving concert performances on period instruments. Performance Dates/Times Friday, July 27, 7:30pm - Program I: The Master as Student - Bach and Vivaldi This program is presented in loving memory of Buell Neidlinger Saturday, July 28, 7:30pm - Program II: A Bach Family Celebration Sunday, July 29, 3:00pm - Program I: The Master as Student - Bach and Vivaldi Friday, August 3, 7:30pm - Program III: Treasures from the Codex Rost - the greatest hits of the 17th Century Saturday, August 4, 7:30pm - Program IV: Bach Masterworks - Sonatas for violin, viola da gamba and lute Sunday, August 5, 3:00pm - Treasures from the Codex Rost - The Greatest hits of the 17th century All Whidbey Island Music Festival 2018 programs take place at St. Augustine’s in-theWoods, 5217 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland. Complete artist and program information available at www.whidbeyislandmusicfestival. org. [Submitted by Tekla Cunningham, Whidbey Island Music Festival]

Whidbey Telecom’s Annual Directory Cover Contest Whidbey Telecom has announced its 2018 Directory Cover Contest for local artists and photographers. The contest’s winning artwork is featured on the cover of approximately 15,000 telephone directories, which are circulated annually throughout Whidbey Telecom’s local and extended customer base. The winning artist also receives a check for $500! This year’s contest theme is Our Beautiful Environment. Whidbey Telecom is looking for all media and art styles showcasing our local area. All entries must be received at the Whidbey Telecom Customer Experience Center in Freeland by July 20, 2018 at 5:00pm. Whidbey Telecom would like to encourage artists to submit their best works and express that the contest’s theme is open to broad interpretation. Entries can include landscape,

Sierra Country Club held its first annual Wildfire Community Preparedness Day event May 5. Residents came together to reduce potentially ignitable fuels on community property.

The Sierra Country Club community, located in the North Whidbey Fire and Rescue District off West Beach Road, was recognized by the National Fire Protection Association as Whidbey Island’s – and Island County’s – first national Firewise USA® site. This achievement comes at a very pertinent time of year for those of us living here on Whidbey, as our awareness of wildfire risk is heightened with the hotter, drier summer season now finally in full swing. To become a nationally recognized Firewise USA® site, interested communities must accomplish the “Five Steps to Success,” which include conducting a community wildfire risk assessment, creation of a Firewise committee, development and implementation of an education action plan to engage neighbors, and a commitment of at least one volunteer hour per dwelling unit ($24.14/hour based on the 2017 National Hourly Volunteer Rate) toward wildfire risk reduction actions within the community. Communities are able to receive guidance from staff at the Whidbey Island Conservation District in accomplishing these steps, with additional support from the Washington Department of Natural Resources and local fire districts. Since last June, the Sierra Country Club Firewise Committee – led by residents Lynne Scapple, Diane McClaine, Frances Hand, and Brenda Dewey – have gone above and beyond to engage their community of over 400 residents about the importance of being “wildfire aware.” In addition to incorporating Firewise materials into quarterly newsletters, welcome packets, and letters to the community, and hosting over five Firewise-focused events, the Sierra Country Club also developed a “reflective house number sign program” to equip residents with new signs that are more visible to emergency response personnel at night. Most recently, on May 5, over 30 Sierra community members came together to hold their first annual Wildfire Community Preparedness Day – a new addition to their annual Clean-Up Day – and contributed over 60 hours of volunteer time, reducing and removing 1,380 pounds of potentially ignitable fuels from trees and shrubs on community property. The community applied for and was awarded a $500 grant through the National Fire Protection Association to help cover the costs of completing the project. BITS & PIECES

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If you have older family members whose cognitive functions or decision-making abilities have declined, or who are lonely or recently widowed, you might need to help protect them against financial scams. What steps should you take? First of all, try to gain a good sense of their overall financial activity. Look for red flags, such as a reluctance to discuss money matters, consistently unpaid bills, unexplained withdrawals, mysterious wire transfers or a sudden need to purchase large quantities of gift cards. And watch out for new “best friends” or caretakers who show an unusual interest in your loved one’s finances. Whether or not you’ve observed any of these activities, you can help your elderly family members by making these moves: Have checks (such as Social Security payments) directly deposited. You can help your family members avoid a lot of potential trouble by having their checks deposited directly into their bank accounts. Seek permission to become a joint account owner. By becoming a joint account owner on your elderly family members’ checking and savings accounts, you can review statements for suspicious activity. Of course, your loved ones may be initially reluctant to add your name, but if you have a good relationship with them, you should be able to explain the benefits. Shred bank statements, credit card offers and notices of lottery or sweepstakes winnings. One of the most useful gifts you can give to your elderly family members may be a shredder. Encourage them to use it to shred old bank statements, credit card offers and other financial documents. Get on a “do not call” list. Telephone scammers are persistent and devious. By registering your family members’ house and cell phones at www.donotcall.gov, you may be able to reduce their exposure to unwanted calls. Obtain power of attorney. By creating a power of attorney, your loved ones can designate you or another trusted relative or friend to assist with their finances now – for day-to-day assistance and protection from scammers – and later, should they become incapacitated. Again, you will need to employ some sensitivity when discussing this issue. Check references of caretakers. As mentioned above, some caretakers are, unfortunately, dishonest. Before you hire one, check out this person’s references. And even when you do, be careful – scam artists have been known to use accomplices as references, so you will need to be thorough in your research and questions. Get to know your family members’ financial advisors. If possible, become acquainted with your older family members’ financial advisors. Any reputable advisor will welcome a connection with their clients’ loved ones. And if you are involved in any estate plans, this multi-generational relationship will prove beneficial for everyone. Ask to meet any new "friends" they have met online. When someone is lonely, they become vulnerable to online friendships. Sometimes, these new friends make promises of meeting, but never show – and then they suddenly need money for one reason or another. It can be challenging to guard against all threats posed by the scammers of the world. But by staying alert and taking the appropriate preventive actions, you may be able to help safeguard your loved ones’ financial security. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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animals, though. The gateway into full on homesteading – backyard chickens – can lead to chicken math. Chicken math is the phenomena that many homesteaders fall victim to, in which they somehow end up with twice or thrice the amount of chickens they intended to have. For example, this spring I foolishly sent my husband into Tractor Supply for “up to ten Cornish Cross chicks.” He came out with a box of twenty! As he got into the car, he said “sorry, Hon, it was chicken math.” If chicken math strikes, it’s like opening the floodgates. You suddenly have a lot of birds, which can lead either to a confidence in your homesteading skills or anxiety, as one scrambles to get set-up. For a beginner who isn’t prepared to handle an attack of the chicken math, let this be a warning, even the strongest of people have been hit with the chicken math during chick season. My advice to a beginner homesteader is to start small so you are not overwhelmed. Herbs are a great way to get your feet wet, for little to no monetary risk. Local nurseries and grocery stores sell potted herbs for nearly the same price as cut herbs. Most herbs do well in pots so you can transplant the starter plants into larger pots and start a potted garden with minimal effort, or move them into a garden bed. Once you start enjoying freshly cut herbs, or salad from your garden, you will have your foot in the door! If herbs sound like small potatoes to you, go plant some large potatoes! Potatoes grow amazingly well out here, are low maintenance plants, and a lot of fun for the kids to dig up at harvest. The possibilities are endless when it comes to planning a garden. Once you feel confident enough to step up your homesteading game, you can pick out your coop design and prepare for the deliciousness that is fresh eggs! Do you want a dual purpose hen that you can eat later, or a commercial laying hen that stays small but produces like crazy? What color and size eggs do you want? My mixed flock gives white, cream, brown, and turquoise eggs ranging in size from extra small to jumbo. Stay tuned for my next column, where I will unleash an eggs-plosion of information. P.S. Did you know that quails start laying eggs within eight weeks of hatching? The views expressed in this column are not necessarily that of Whidbey Weekly and its staff. To read all “Homesteading on Whidbey” columns in the Whidbey Weekly, see our digital library at www.whidbeyweekly. com.

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instructor. Fun activities for kids include the Kids Explore garden hunt. This event is free and open to the public.

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Proceeds support Boys & Girls Club. $5 per skater and $3 for general admission. Last Friday of the month, skate with the Whidbey Island Roller Girls! Sorry, checks not accepted, credit card fees apply. For more information, call (360) 240-9273.

Friday, July 13, 3:00pm-6:00pm Island Herb, Freeland Representatives from Dama 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

Comedy Night #10 Friday, July 13, 8:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville No cover. For more information, call 360-6825747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com

Star Party Friday, July 13, begins at dark Fort Nugent Park, Oak Harbor 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 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.

15th Annual Beachcombers Bazaar Saturday, July 14, 9:00am-3:00pm North Whidbey Middle School Sports Field Oak Harbor Featuring garage sale vendors, service clubs, food vendors, antique dealers, craft vendors and more. Vendors can find applications and pay fees at oakharborkiwinas.org. Applications also available at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce.

Fairy House Festival Saturday, July 14, 11:00am-3:00pm Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank Tickets: $10 adults, children 16 and under free The young and young at heart are invited to build a fairy house in the woodland garden. Bring your imagination, creativity, and love of nature. Assorted natural plant materials will be provided, but your whimsical additions are welcome. For more information, call 360-6781912 or visit www.meerkerkgardens.org

Langley Street Dance Saturday, July 14, 7:00pm-10:00pm 2nd Street Plaza, Langley Free The 3rd annual Langley Street Dance will be held in front of Callahan’s Firehouse featuring New Rhythmatics and Mussel Flats. Grab your dancing shoes and join a Langley tradition. For more information, email mainstreet@ whidbey.com

Live Music: Tom Mullin Saturday, July 14, 7:00pm-10:00pm 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

Greenbank Educational Gardens Garden Festival Sunday, July 15, 1:00pm-3:30pm Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Rd. Explore the gardens, learn about a variety of topics on gardening on Whidbey Island, and enjoy the afternoon in a beautiful setting. Ten-minute talks/demonstrations will be held throughout the gardens, repeated on the hour and half hour from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, with ample time to ask your questions of each

Open Skate Fridays Every Friday, 6:00pm-8:00pm Roller Barn, 98 NE Barron Dr, Oak Harbor

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Lit for Fun Book Group Thursday, July 12, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Wendell Berry’s “Jayber Crow,” Berry’s clear-sighted depiction of humanity’s gifts as seen though his intimate knowledge of the Port William Membership. For adults. Explore Summer: Family Storytime Thursdays, July 12, 19, 9:30am Coupeville Library Funny stories and action songs will make you giggle and move while getting your little ones ready to read. Playtime or craft may follow. For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver. Explore Summer: Rock Stars! Thursday, July 12, 2:30pm Freeland Library Explore and celebrate rock wonders and monuments of the world, both natural and human-made, and create an artful monument of your own. For children ages 5 - 11 and their caregivers. WIHHA: Harmony, Wholeness, and Balance Thursday, July 12, 5:00pm-7:00pm Freeland Library Our physical, psychological and emotional health are intertwined with living a whole, harmonious, and balanced life of the soul. Everyone is welcome. Visit wihha.com for more information. Presented by Lenore Norrgard. 2nd Friday Nonfiction Book Group Friday, July 13, 10:30am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Enjoy reading nonfiction? Bring a friend and join the discussion of “The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness” by Michelle Alexander. Farmers Market Book Sale Saturdays, July 14, 21, 28, 10:00am-2:00pm Located at the Coupeville Farmers Market 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. Explore Summer-Coyote Wisdom: Three Stories Saturday, July 14, 11:00am-12:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S Central Ave. Join Gloria Two-Feathers, storyteller, author, and teacher, as she presents three coyote stories: Standing Nation, Coyote is a Dancer, and Coyote and the Monster. Explore Summer: Stories with Sonie Mondays, July 16, 23, 30, 10:00am-11:30am Coupeville Library Read aloud to Sonie, a patient listener and certified therapy dog. Pre-readers and independent readers are welcome. Caregiver required. Supported by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Rockin’ Swing Dance Series for Teens: East Coast Swing Monday, July 16, 4:00pm-5:30pm Oak Harbor Library Trying to stay active and have fun this summer? Come learn how to swing dance for free! Make new friends, listen to great music, and learn all about how to swing dance! Snacks and water will be provided, and a partner is not needed. East Coast Swing is a great place to start on your swing dance journey. 3rd Tuesday Book Group Tuesday, July 17, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a great book discussion of Luis Alberto Urrea’s “The Hummingbird’s Daughter,” an epic mystical drama of a young woman’s sudden sainthood in late 19th-century Mexico. Baby and Toddler Storytime Tuesdays, July 17, 24, 31, 10:00am Freeland Library Jump and bounce into a magical world of stories, music and movements that inspire a love of reading. Playtime or crafts may follow. For newborns through 3 years. Caregiver required. Explore Summer: Veggie Critters Tuesday, July 17, 1:00pm Freeland Library Join us for some pre-fair veggie creature building. Bring your favorite raw veggies and get creative. Some supplies will be provided. For all ages. Explore Summer: Fun with Ozobots Wednesday, July 18, 10:00am-11:00am Clinton Library Fun with Ozobots will cover basic programming concepts with color codes. Kids use their creativity and artistic expression to control Ozobots with color markers by coding and drawing lines. Reservations required. Go to the Clinton events page at sno-isle.org, or contact the Clinton library at 360-341-4280. Explore Summer: The Incredible Journey of Water Wednesday, July 18, 2:00pm Coupeville Library Join us for a view into the incredible journey of water. Become a water drop and take a trip through the water cycle.

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED 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 Islands Friends Meeting (also known as Quakers) meet in silent worship and community, with occasional spoken messages, every Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist building. For more information, contact Tom Ewell at tewell@whidbey.com or go to www. whidbeyquakers.org.

First Church of Christ, Scientist Worship, 10:00am Sunday School to age 20, 10:00am Wednesday Testimony Meeting, 2:30pm Christian Science Reading Room Tuesday & Friday, 11:00am-3:00pm Wednesday 3:30pm-5:30pm The church and Reading Room are located at 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, Oak Harbor. Call (360) 675-0621 or visit christianscience.com

Services and Sunday School are also held at 10:30am on South Whidbey at 15910 Highway 525, just north of Bayview and across from Useless Bay Road; testimony meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm.

Galleries & Art Shows WAA Art Show and Sale Friday, July 13, 10:00am-7:00pm Saturday, July 14, 10:00am-6:00pm Sunday, July 15, 10:00am-5:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall, 901 NW Alexander St. Island artists’ work includes gift cards, jewelry, photography, woodwork, ceramics, quilts and paintings in a variety of mediums. Purchase an item & enter drawing to win the Artists’ Raffle Basket. An Artists’ Reception will be held Friday from 5:00pm-7:00pm with sparkling cider & light fare. For more information, visit whidbeyalliedartists.com

Featured Artists: Morgan Bell & Loren Iwerks

South Whidbey at Home Book Group Thursday, July 19, 3:00pm-4:15pm Freeland Library

Artists’ Reception: Saturday, July 14, 2:00pm-5:00pm Artworks Gallery, Greenbank Farm

Join us for a great book discussion of Anita Rau Badami’s “The Hero’s Walk.” You don’t need to be a member of South Whidbey at Home to attend - everyone is welcome!

Bell mainly works in fused glass. She says it brings her joy to create something beautiful and share it with the world.

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

Concordia Lutheran Church Sunday service, 9:30am Bible Study & Sunday School, 10:45am 590 N. Oak Harbor Street For more information, visit www.concordia oakharbor.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.

Working in pen and ink, colored pencil and watercolor, Loren often incorporates pointillism in his precisely created art pieces. Light snacks and beverages will be served, accompanied by live music by guitarist Steve DeHaven. Artworks Gallery artists will be on hand to greet visitors during the reception.

Dreaming in Pastel: The Artwork of Judy Skinner Opening Reception: Saturday July 14, 2:00pm-5:00pm Show continues through July 31 Raven Rocks Gallery, Greenbank Farm Pastel artist Judy Skinner of Whidbey Island has long been a gallery favorite. Both peaceful and welcoming, Judy’s work adds a graceful touch to a variety of home decors and room settings. While visiting the gallery, be sure to see the stained glass mosaic “Florals in Pink” by acclaimed artists Sandra and Carl Bryant of Showcase Mosaics. The delicate intricacy of their work is remarkable, and highly sought after by lovers of fine glass artwork. WHAT'S GOING ON

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Photo Courtesy of Langley Main Street Association Hundreds of people are expected to attend the third annual Langley Street Dance this Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. at the 2nd Street Plaza. Whidbey Island’s classic rock/blues band Mussel Flats and Seattle’s New Rhythmatics will perform.

The beat is on at Langley Street Dance By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly There’s no better way to spend a summer evening – good music, good food, good fun, good company – the third annual Langley Street Dance will have it all Saturday night from 7 to 10 p.m. at the 2nd Street Plaza. “The Langley Street Dance is a celebration of summer and music, but at the heart of it, it’s all about community,” said Michaleen McGarry, program manager for the Langley Main Street Association, which organizes the event. The street dance is paid for by the City of Langley and is sponsored by Whidbey Telecom and Whidbey Weekly. While this may be the third annual event for LMSA, the dance was once a long-held Langley custom. The city decided to “revive the woefully-missed street dance portion of its summer arts festival,” according to McGarry.

Hundreds of people are expected to descend upon the City by the Sea for this toe-tapping night of fun. And this year, the music will be twice as good – literally. “This year, we are changing things up a bit by having one local band, Mussel Flats, and regional band, the New Rhythmatics,” McGarry said. “We hope everyone will come out and enjoy the added variety. And the addition of a regional band is sure to draw in a mix of Langley-lovers from across the pond.” With two bands performing, McGarry said dance goers will hear a broad range of music, from classic rock to R&B, funk to reggae and everything in between. “I think most people enjoy a good band, and then when you

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Photo Courtesy of Langley Main Street Association Conversation and community are just as popular as dancing at the Langley Street Dance, which will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday.

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10:50 am, SE Regatta Dr. Caller advising subject was asleep underneath book drop. 12:48 pm, N East Camano Dr. Reporting party advising white truck rolled down and ran into bus stop; advising no one in truck, no one seen getting out of truck. 1:19 pm, Hazelwood Dr. Caller reporting ongoing issue with peacock hanging around the neighborhood. 1:38 pm, NE 8th Ave. Reporting male subject outside location dumping booze and spitting on property. MONDAY, APRIL 16 1:25 pm, NE Goldie St. Party advising found “fake” money left inside vehicle. 1:28 pm, NE Midway Blvd. Caller advising male subject outside of location “screaming” to himself. 1:35 pm, NE 7th Ave. Reporting party advising disorderly subject in roadway. 8:10 pm, Birch St. Reporting party states there is a cold blooded killer in her vehicle at location; states this is a code red, send law enforcement. Party speaking erratically, quickly. TUESDAY, APRIL 17 7:53 am, SR 20 Party states was riding with subject who was driving and watching a movie. Asked subject to stop, he yelled at her. 10:03 am, SR 20 Party reporting dead bird at front door. 10:16 am, SR 525 Advising ATM machine was dumped at location Sunday; workers at location picked it up with an excavator today, dropped it, it broke open and there is a cash box inside with at least $400 inside. 4:35 pm, West Beach Rd. Advising female finally returned her bag, now states there are items missing. Subject still has her bracelet, is refusing to return until reporting party apologizes. 5:44 pm, SE Jensen St. Caller reporting subject putting feces inside clean doggy bag area. 10:22 pm, Talagwa Ln. Female with suitcase is ringing doorbell, asking reporting party to call a cab. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 1:31 am, SR 20 Reporting party states male is running down highway dragging a generator; party believes male may have stolen it.

1:51 pm, SE Ireland St. Caller reporting disorderly subject yelling and screaming and wandering around. 6:43 pm, SW Nienhuis St. Reporting party requesting contact regarding lewd comment boy made towards her daughter. THURSDAY, APRIL 19 9:28 am, SE Jerome St. Caller advising bus driver for Island Transit just closed door on him. 6:42 pm, SR 20 Reporting subject behind station “pissing” on dumpster. FRIDAY, APRIL 20 1:58 pm, SE Bayshore Dr. Reporting female lying outside of women’s restroom, has been there since 9:30 am, would like her removed. 2:52 pm, SW Tahoe St. Advising father of male who reporting party’s daughter is breaking up with is at reporting party’s property and is refusing to leave. 7:13 pm, SR 20 Reporting party states he stole from a friend while staying at location a day or two ago; states he ran up subject’s phone bill, which is considered theft. SATURDAY, APRIL 21 12:12 am, SW Harrier Cir. Advising drunk driver crashed into caller’s mailbox; left vehicle, female running off. 4:22 pm,Mountain Cir. Reporting two domesticated turkeys walking around neighborhood. 6:30 pm, N Oak Harbor St. Caller advising female who has been drinking in a boat on 10th Ave. is talking to people driving by about the boat like it’s her boat. SUNDAY, APRIL 22 9:41 pm, SW Erie St. Advising subject who was trespassed is now in store acting weird; sitting on chair in front of pharmacy and waving hands; stopping employees and asking if they can see things in the ceiling. MONDAY, APRIL 23 8:36 am, NE Goldie St. Reporting suspicious male subject sitting on her front porch. 5:42 pm, SE Bayshore Dr. Caller states male subject messed up shoulder by twisting it. 5:51 pm, SE Barrington Dr. Reporting party advising vehicle was towed and needs it back. FRIDAY, APRIL 27 7:25 am, Oak Harbor Rd. Reporting party is sick, can’t stop puking. 12:13 pm, NE 7th Ave. Transients out front of caller’s business are wandering around hollering; thinks they are “on something” and one guy was “doing something weird with a tree.” 1:57 pm, SE 5th Ave. Caller states raccoon is on roof, tearing shingles off.

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“The Firewise Program greatly helps the awareness and cooperation of our Sierra Country Club community members in taking actions to reduce fire hazards,” said Brenda Dewey, Sierra Country Club’s current HOA President and one of four people on the Firewise Committee. “Our goal is to help our community practice fire safety on a routine basis – not just as a one-time event.” Sierra Country Club is the first in what is hoped to be many new Whidbey Island communities pursuing Firewise USA® recognition status. Since 2002, the program has served as a collaborative framework and national network of over 1,500 communities that teaches people how to adapt to living with wildfire. Through a partnership between the Whidbey Island Conservation District, Washington State Conservation Commission, Washington Department of Natural Resources, North Whidbey Fire and Rescue, Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue, and South Whidbey Fire and EMS, Firewise resources and recommendations are tailored to Whidbey’s unique climate and geography, and are available to any and all Whidbey homeowners interested in learning more about what it means to be “fire-wise” on an island in western Washington. To learn more, visit www.whidbeycd.org/firewise/. “I’m thrilled in Sierra Country Club’s ability to become the first Firewise Community on Whidbey Island and I feel it is the result of the Conservation District’s motivation and collaboration with DNR and the local Fire Protection Districts to make this happen,” said David Way, Washington Department of Natural Resource’s Fire Management Forester for the Northwest Region. “Special recognition must be given to the Sierra Country Club’s Firewise Committee too, as official recognition as a Firewise Community would not have been possible without their hard work.” [Submitted by Kelsi Mottet, Whidbey Island Conservation District]

Creatures Large and Small at Home on New Whidbey Nature Preserve Whidbey Island’s newest nature preserve, the Donald Borgman Nature Preserve, already comes with a ringing endorsement. Bruiser appears to love the place. One of the playgrounds of Whidbey’s lone resident elk, nicknamed Bruiser, is now permanently protected thanks to a lifelong islander’s love for his idyllic property.

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“What I noticed is it has a good diversity of habitat with a lot of hedgerow edge, which is important for lots of birds and wildlife. And, there are some huge maples and alders in that forest area,” commented avid birder Sarah Schmidt, who recently recorded 27 species of birds at the preserve on just one afternoon in June.

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The Land Trust raised $75,000 from private donations, including a $10,000 donation from the Whidbey Audubon Society, so the Land Trust could pay for a myriad of costs and accept the land and easement donations. The Land Trust still needs to secure funding to provide public access to the preserve, according to Pat Powell, the organization’s executive director. Plans include creating a small parking lot and about a mile of hiking trail winding through the wildlife preserve. Depending on fundraising success, it might take up to two years before the preserve is open to the public. The Land Trust also is exploring ways to expand the preserve, protecting even more wildlife habitat and creating more ways for visitors to experience the outdoors. “The Donald Borgman Nature Preserve will be a great place to get out in nature in an area of north Whidbey Island that doesn’t have enough of that,” Elting said. “There is an opportunity to protect some more really fabulous and diverse habitat.” An urban wildlife grant has been submitted to the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office to help make this vision a reality. In the meantime, the Land Trust is working on a management plan for the preserve, placing emphasis on the needs of wildlife, including its most regal inhabitant who is believed to be just under 800 pounds and 5 ½ feet tall at shoulder height. “We’re certainly considering Bruiser and how to least impact him in our planning for the preserve,” Elting said. Elting got his first look at the massive elk during a visit to the property in early June. He was busy clearing a path with a weed trimmer for an upcoming tour when Bruiser suddenly rose up from the tall grass less than 200 feet behind him. “Ryan was running the weed-whacker and Bruiser was just standing and watching,” Schmidt said.

The generosity of Borgman permanently protects a peaceful property that appears frozen in time from the days when Oak Harbor was largely a farming community. Aside from the beautiful pastoral and mountain views, the preserve also features a mosaic of wildlife habitats, including freshwater wetlands, coniferous and deciduous forest, and open fields.

My hands were shaking, and I’m not sure if it was from the sight of Bruiser or the weed-eating!” Elting said. “He is magnificent!”

“Bruiser is spotted frequently on and around our new wildlife preserve,” said Ryan Elting, the Land Trust’s conservation director. “It’s definitely an important part of his home range,” which covers a large portion of Strawberry Point, according to neighbors and wildlife experts. Birds and other wildlife are quite fond of the place, too. A year-long survey conducted on the Borgman property by Jay Adams and Ruth Richards of the Whidbey Audubon Society has already revealed 62 species of birds, including five different types of raptors and four kinds of woodpeckers, including the Pile-

Finally, a tossed object got the attention of Elting, who turned around, quickly shut off the trimmer, and then marveled at the animal, who slowly wandered off.

“I’ve never been that close to an elk,” Schmidt said. “He’s big. He was a pretty impressive animal.” How long Bruiser will be around is difficult to say, according to Ralph Downes, enforcement officer with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Downes estimates that Bruiser is about 11 years old. In the wild, the average life expectancy for a bull elk is around 12 to 15 years, but in captivity, animals will sometimes exceed 20 years, Downes said. “If he can mellow a bit during the rut, Bruiser may have many more years with us,” Downes said. The Whidbey Camano Land Trust is a nonprofit nature conservation organization that actively involves the community in protecting, restoring, and appreciating the important natural habitats and resource lands that support the diversity of life on our islands and in the waters of Puget Sound. For more information, visit www.wclt.org, email info@wclt.org, or call 360-222-3310. [Submitted by Ron Newberry, Communications Manager, WCLT]

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ated Woodpecker, a state at-risk species. The survey didn’t include the forested part of the property, which means a lot more species that depend on the wildlife preserve will be added to the list.

Donald Borgman, third-generation owner of a 127-acre farm near Strawberry Point on North Whidbey, recently donated 88 acres to the Whidbey Camano Land Trust for a wildlife preserve. He also donated an agricultural conservation easement on the remaining 39 acres, so the main farmstead continues to support agriculture.

It was a wonderful opportunity for the Land Trust to protect a large, contiguous area for habitat conservation that has far reaching benefits. The habitat certainly has Bruiser’s stamp of approval. The majestic bull elk has lived in the rural Strawberry Point area since the fall of 2012 after swimming across Skagit Bay.

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Meetings & Organizations Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS)

Anyone interested in astronomy is invited to attend. There will be short presentations on current topics in astronomy and a good time is guaranteed for all. For more information about ICAS or club events, contact Bob Scott at ICAS_President@outlook.com or visit www. icas-wa.org.

Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, July 17, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor The theme for July is “Character Faces and/ or People in Motion”. You may submit up to 2 (each) photographs for discussion during the meeting to absolutescience@hotmail.com. Whidbey Island Camera Club, a community club, is open to the public. If you have questions, please email tina31543@comcast.net

Macintosh Appreciation Group of Island County (MAGIC) Wednesday, July 18, 4:00pm-6:00pm UUCWI, 20103 State Route 525, Freeland Ron Sharp and Madelyn van der Hoogt will share how to migrate from the Outlook app to Mail, as well as dozens of other ways Mail integrates with your Apple computer and other devices. Following the program is a short business meeting and an hour of answers to questions on any Apple device from attenders. The public is welcome and membership is free. A $2 donation is collected at the door to help offset our facility rental expense. The MAGIC website includes a “Tips and Tricks” page with lots of helpful information about device uses and how to troubleshoot problems, visit www. whidbey.com/magicmug.

Eagles BBQ & Membership Drive Saturday, July 21, 4:00pm-8:0pm Eagles Aerie, HWY 525, Freeland $15 per person Enjoy live music and a BBQ featuring ribs, brisket and chicken carefully prepared by Bruce Grimm on his Fantastic Traveling Barbecue Rig. Great potluck side dishes and desserts are included. Liquid refreshments are available. Rusty Fender and the Melody Wranglers are providing the sounds for listening and dancing. Come by and check out the facilities and meet some of the members who make the club a great place to gather. The Eagles distributes an average of $10,000 per year to charitable organizations and other important local programs in the community. Call 360-3215636 to reserve your ticket.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Every Day, 12:00pm & 8:00pm 432 2nd Street, Langley For more information, call (360) 221-2070

Bingo Every Monday, 7:00pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor Open to the public. For more information, call (360) 675-7111.

Coupeville Chess Club Second and Fourth Fridays, 6:45pm-9:00pm Coupeville Library All skill levels welcomed. Please bring a board if possible. Spread the word and come down for some leisurely play. For information, call (631) 357-1941.

Divorce Care and DC4kids Every Sunday, 5:00pm Living Word Church, Oak Harbor A support group for people dealing with separation and divorce. For more information, call Larry at (360) 969-0552 or Lisa - DC4kids at (360) 672-4239. Living Word Church is located at 490 NW Crosby Ave.

Dugualla Bay Bridge Club Every Thursday, 11:30am Social Bridge Game. Bring your own brown bag lunch. RSVP required. Call (360) 720-2727 or email dcb601@comcast.net

Duplicate Bridge Club Every Tuesday, 10:30am Sierra Country Club Clubhouse, Coupeville  The club is ACBL sanctioned and we encourage anyone interested to come with or without a partner. For more information, contact one of the directors: Mardi Dennis at (360) 675-5044, Sue Thomas at (360) 678-7047, or Peter Wolff at (360) 678-3019.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Whidbey Island Fourth Thursday, 7:00pm-8:30pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland NAMI is the largest grassroots organization dedicated to making life better for people with a mental illness and their friends and loved ones. The group is nonreligious but meets at Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Route 525. It isn’t necessary to preregister. Please contact Kathy Chiles, (206) 218-6449 or k.chiles22@live. com for more information.

NAR-ANON Every Tuesday, 7:00pm-8:00pm St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Clinton NAR-ANON family groups are world-wide for those affected by someone else’s addiction. The church is located at 6309 Wilson Place.

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Monthly no-host luncheon. The featured speaker will be Henry Lowenstein, Ph.D. Lowenstein is the author of the book “The Rescue Man: A Snafu Snatching Rescue Pilot’s. Extraordinary Journey Through World War II.” The public is invited to this event. Call 360-240-9500 for directions and more information.

Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you binge, purge or restrict? No dues and no fees! No weigh-ins, no diets, no judggments. Just caring support, hope and abstinence.

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA or ACOA) Meeting Every Wednesday, 7:00pm-8:00pm Trinity Lutheran Church annex, Freeland A meeting dedicated to dealing with the problem and solution for recovering from the effects of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional family. For more information, contact Clay at (360) 989-4248 or Dooleydolly@ hotmail.com. Or visit www.adultchildren.org

Al-Anon Every Wednesday, 9:30am-10:30am 432 2nd St., Langley If a friend or relative has a problem with alcohol, you can find solutions for yourself at Alanon.

Al-Anon Group Oak Harbor Are you troubled by someone’s drinking? Al-Anon group can help. Call Laurie at (360) 675-4430 for meeting information.

Every Monday, 6:00pm-7:00pm Langley Fellowship Hall, Langley

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Classes, Seminars and Workshops NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Class Saturday, July 14, 9:00am-4:00pm Sunday, July 15, 9:00am-1:00pm CWSA, 397 West Safari Street, Coupeville Firearms, safety gear, and 200 rounds of ammunition are provided. Just come ready to learn and shoot. The course is a two day relaxed learning experience that allows students to take their time so they learn to be proficient with a revolver and semi-automatic pistol. Course cost is $55 (includes all ammo) Cash or check please. Contact Mike McNeff at shamrockll@yahoo.com or 480-620-3727 if you have questions. Rifle Class coming up Sept. 15-16. WHAT'S GOING ON

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New director at Island County EDC By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly

There is a new face at the helm of Island County’s Economic Development Council. Sharon Sappington has taken over as executive director of the organization. On the job for roughly six weeks, Sappington is still in the midst of identifying priorities and gathering data to merge it all into a plan that will be of the most benefit to Island County. Her experiences at the EDC so far have her feeling optimistic. “I’m dealing with great people here in our board, the [county] commissioners; I’ve had really good experiences meeting with them, talking with them,” said Sappington. “They’re very candid but they’re very optimistic also.” Sappington brings a literal world of experience with her to the job. Raised in Minnesota, she spent many years working at a large, multi-national corporation in Minneapolis. “I started off as a mechanical designer, then I moved into other areas,” she said. “Ultimately, they let me grow and do different things, as long as I did a good job and added value, so then ultimately I ended up doing international sales and marketing.” Sappington worked for the same company for years, until she decided she wanted a change and the adventure of living and working abroad. That led her to South America. “I sold my house, my car, my furniture – I sold everything, absolutely everything, and got down to two suitcases, my laptop and a Spanish-to-English dictionary,” she said. “I lived in Chile for three years and then I moved to Bolivia and lived there four years. When I moved to Bolivia, that’s when I really got into economic development.” When it was time to come back to the United States, Sappington knew she wanted to settle in the Seattle area. She worked on several more economic and entrepreneurial projects before winding up at the University

of Washington’s Small Business Development Center, a job she held even after moving to Whidbey Island nearly a year ago. The commute was a grind, however, and left her little time to enjoy her new home to its fullest, so when she saw the opening at the EDC, she was intrigued. Board members saw her experience as a good fit for Island County.

“We obviously thought she was the most qualified for the job, and we liked her experience in international affairs, developing businesses and plans,” said Marshall Bronson, who was president of the EDC board of directors at the time Sappington was hired. “As a board, we wanted to look without and see what practices and business experiences could be useful on Whidbey Island, because we have a unique environment,” Bronson said. “The board has given me freedom. It is my job to re-envision the organization,” said Sappington. “Everything I’ve done, all the experience, it’s all relative. We’re going to move this organization where it needs to move to serve this county. “I’ll be working very closely with the board, I’m very collaborative,” she continued. “I know this isn’t a one-person job, for sure. I see this organization really collaborating with other organizations to leverage all our resources. There’s a lot of resources here in the county; let’s get everybody playing together. It’s all about serving this county.” Sappington said she knows the job is not without challenges. “It’s all one big challenge,” she said. “It’s my personal challenge, my organization’s challenge and then there’s the challenge of economic development in the county, so there’s kind of the three layers there. My challenge, of course, is making sure I get all the information I can get and get everybody’s insights, and really try to understand where economic develop sits here, what’s the situation here? “The industry level is taking that information and coming up with a strategy to determine

Photo Courtesy of Sharon Sappington Sharon Sappington is the new executive director of the Economic Development Council of Island County.

what value the EDC should deliver and how we are going to deliver it,” Sappington continued. And those challenges, some physical, some economic, vary greatly from Whidbey to Camano, from Langley to Coupeville, Oak Harbor to Stanwood. “Some of those challenges won’t go away, we might have to work around them; we have to be flexible in how we think about this,” Sappington said. “Maybe there is something we can do as a county to reduce the challenge in some way for us to move ahead. I don’t know yet, it’s too soon to tell. I have a lot more people I need to talk to, I need to get more data. What the communities want is different too, and I have to keep that in mind too.” Sappington said she plans to keep in contact with Island County commissioners, the mayors and the local chambers of commerce. She said she doesn’t yet have a clear vision for small business development, but said it will look different going forward. “I like positive change, that’s what I’m looking forward to,” she said. “I’m excited about getting to the point we can say ‘Look at this good thing we did.’ That’s what I really get juice from, when we actually do this thing, and it’s a good thing - always going in a positive direction.”

Correction: We made an error in the July 5 issue of Whidbey Weekly in the story regarding the Navy’s release of a preferred alternative for Field Carrier Landing Practices in the final draft of the Environmental Impact Statement assessing EA-18G Growler operations at NAS Whidbey Island. In the story, we stated the number of FCLPs at Outlying Landing Field in Coupeville would double. While still less than the original draft EIS proposal, the number of FCLPs will actually quadruple in the alternative scenario being included in the final EIS. In 2017, for example, there were 5,804 FCLPs at OLF. That number will jump to just over 24,000 proposed FLCPs at OLF alone, 29,000 FCLP operations in total between OLF and Ault Field in Oak Harbor. The Navy is currently allowed 6,100 FCLPs at OLF annually. The draft EIS proposal called for 42,000 FLCP operations between the two fields, 36,000 of them at OLF. Because there are technically two FCLP operations in each “touch and go” pass, the number of actual passes is half the number of FCLPs given; 5,804 FCLPs in 2017 represents 2,902 passes. The proposed alternative would mean about 12,000 actual passes as opposed to 18,000 proposed in the original draft EIS. The final EIS is expected to be released in late August or early September. The Secretary of the Navy can make a final decision of record on the matter within 30 to 60 days after its release. At that time, the Secretary could choose the new alternative, he could choose the original proposal, or he could name another proposal altogether. Whidbey Weekly apologizes for any confusion and will be sure to update you on the Navy’s final decision when it is made public.

Blackhawk sets down at Camp Casey Photos by Kathy Reed/Whidbey Weekly

A Blackhawk helicopter delivers a special guest to Civil Air Patrol Cadets at Camp Casey last Friday. Brig. Gen. Jeremy Horn, commander, Washington Air National Guard, came to address cadets attending a week-long CAP “boot camp.” After an impressive landing on the field, Horn and several other personnel who were there for a career fair of sorts, spoke to cadets about the possibilities that lie before them. “I started with a dream of flying and serving my country when I was about your age,” said Horn. “By being here today, you are preparing yourselves for the next opportunity; you’re already setting yourselves up to be leaders.” Accompanying Horn were personnel representing military intelligence, tactical, cyber, Army infantry and other divisions, who gave short presentations and answered questions. The Civil Air Patrol is an auxiliary branch of the U.S. Air Force founded in 1941 to mobilize civilian aviation resources for national defense. Today the public service organization carries out air and ground emergency service missions when needed.

LANGLEY continued from page 7 add in a beautiful outdoor venue and some great food and drink, you cannot go wrong,” she said. The Langley Street Dance is a free, all-ages event perfect for the whole family. There promises to be fun to enchant the children and many local businesses will be open late to provide tasty treats for eating and drinking – yes, adult beverages will be available as well. The event is a great way to check in with friends and neighbors you may not have seen for a while and an opportunity to make new acquaintances, or become better acquainted with the City of Langley. Photo Courtesy of Langley Main Street Association You can cut a rug, get your groove on, twist and shout or just cut loose and have fun at the third annual Langley Street Dance this Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m.

“I think the magic ingredient is the community itself,” said McGarry. “This event provides a great way for everyone – young and old – to get together, let loose and have a great time.”

Even the annual event poster is created from within the Whidbey community. McGarry said the LMSA chooses the bands and the original artwork each year through an RFP (Request for Proposal) process. This year’s selected artwork is by Clinton artist Susan Jensen. And in today’s fast-paced, busy, over-booked world, taking a few hours out to enjoy a summer evening of music and fun could be just what the doctor ordered. “My favorite thing about the Langley Street Dance is how the shared love of music and dancing seems to melt away differences,” said McGarry. “Everyone is smiling and having a good time. You really can’t beat that!” More information about how you can get your groove on at the Langley Street Dance is available online at www.langleymainstreet.org.

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The First Purge: Is this some kind of throwback origin story that explains how all hell broke loose and a contagion of murderous, government-sanctioned violence spread across the United States or a chilling vision of our future? ★★ (R • 1 hr. 37 min.)

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Deadpool 2: Wise-cracking anti-superhero Ryan Reynolds is back with an even bigger budget, more ridiculous plot and a wellearned R-rating in tow. Marvel’s bad boy is badder than ever. ★★★★ (R • 1 hr. 43 min.)

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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Marvel’s most inconsequential hero is also its most fun (sorry, Guardians), and Paul Rudd one of its most inspired casting decisions since Robert Downey Jr. became Tony Stark. Chalk up yet another win for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. ★★★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 58 min.)

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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom: With all apologies to the original “Jurassic Park” movie, which was really good and scary as crap, and Chris Pratt, who I once tried on as my movie star boyfriend, and director J.A. Bayona, who helmed the excellent and creepy “The Orphanage,” but I need the dinosaurs in this movie to experience an extinction-level event so this franchise will die. ★★ (2 hrs. 9 min.)

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Oceans 8: In a world where women make 78 cents on the male dollar, I guess it should come as no surprise they only get eight women to do a job that has historically taken anywhere from 11 to 13 men to pull off. I’m very sorry, but that joke was begging to be made. ★★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 50 min.) Sicario: Day of the Soldado: “Sicario” was directed by Denis Villeneuve and was nominated for three Oscars. This one was not and I suspect Oscar will not come calling anytime soon. But both were written by Taylor Sheridan (“Hell or High Water, Wind River”) and star my onetime movie star boyfriend Benicio del Toro and the always excellent Josh Brolin, so I’m not mad about it. ★★★ (R • 2 hrs. 2 min.) Skyscraper: This appears to be a “Towering Inferno” meets “Diehard” study in suspension of disbelief (Neve Campbell, is that you?), but it all exists to serve some kind of reality in which Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson leaps tall buildings in a single bound, so I’m good with it. ★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 43 min.)

Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation: I feel a little bad about constantly forgetting this animated franchise exists considering it continues to crank out pretty decent film after pretty decent film. Dracula can’t get no respect. ★★★★ (PG • 1 hr. 37 min.)

Tag: This star-stuffed (Jeremy Renner, Jon Hamm, Ed Helms, etc.) comedy about an overly competitive group of friends who have kept the same game of tag going for 20 years is based on a true story, and now I wish I were friends with those people because I feel like my life could really use a running tag gag. ★★ (R • 1 hr. 40 min.) Uncle Drew: This is a group of actors in oldman makeup trying to win a basketball tournament, and normally it would earn all of my scorn, but since it stars Kyrie Irving, Shaquille O’Neal, Reggie Miller, Nate Robinson, Chris Webber, and more as the aforementioned made-up old men, I’m thinking it’s gotta be a slam dunk, right? ★★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 43 min.)

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

THE GREAT GRAHAM CRACKER ADVENTURE While summer may be synonymous with all things fresh and fruity, everything revitalizing and cooling, we must acknowledge the lesser known but oh-so-essential ingredients for a good summer! One such item that makes up the crux of what any summer is, is a graham cracker.

Not just the cracker by itself of course, rather with a few fellow ingredients which go by the names ‘chocolate’ and ‘marshmallow.’ Graham crackers make it a party and bring everything together after marshmallow has warmed himself up on a gorgeous golden campfire and is placed, just so, between the crackers and right next to chocolate. Clearly besotted, chocolate then melts with delectable ecstasy during the meeting of all this sweetness. That’s right, s’mores are a summertime staple and were it not for the graham crackers, a s’more wouldn’t be what it is. Graham crackers have an odd history to say the least and I have touched on it in the past. Nevertheless, I’ll give a little background before moving forward with all the delicious things a person can make using the crackers. Sylvester Graham, an evangelical minister in the 1800s, when food was beginning to become more commercialized, more industrialized, came up with this crispy little snack. His idea was to lead people to a more wholesome lifestyle through food and by eating foods that were more ‘wholesome,’ he believed it would avert a lifestyle of sin and debauchery. Mr. Graham was concerned at the mass-produced breads making their way into peoples’ homes. He felt they were devoid of essential nutrients and general decent nutrition and based on this, he decided to promote wheat flour and encourage people to go back to making their own bread. The flour earned the term ‘Graham Flour’ and he developed his now infamous graham cracker, which was at the time called ‘Graham Bread.’ The bread itself

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was said to be bland, dry, heavy and dense enough to discourage people from (in my opinion, eating it) being lustful and filled with worldly desires. While his bread gave rise to the crackers we now use in myriad ways today, several of his ideas seem a little controversial – like his belief that ketchup and mustard brought about insanity. Despite this, he seems to have hit the nail on the head as far as touting the benefits of a high fiber diet! So, what is it about a Graham Cracker that makes it so versatile? I know many people who enjoy them with a glass of cold milk, and the simplicity of this combo can’t be understated. Perhaps it’s the fact that, although seemingly a little bland and unassuming, a Graham cracker can lend itself to just about any dessert and enhance it exponentially. I use Graham crackers in my magic bars, where they form the crust of the decadent cookie bar treats. Layers of condensed milk, chocolate and butterscotch chips, alternated with shredded coconut, are baked to sweet perfection atop a crisp, buttery graham cracker crust – there’s little else better when you want to treat yourself. They also make wonderful inclusions in icebox cakes, especially when fresh, juicy strawberries intermingle with thick cream. The crackers soften to a cake-like consistency and voila! An easy, uncomplicated, COOL dessert for a warm summer day is born. Let’s not forget all the many, many kinds of cheesecakes that can be made on a base of dense, delectable Graham cracker crust. Dulce de leche, strawberry, pineapple, chocolate cherry, turtle bar swirl, to plain old-fashioned vanilla cheesecakes – all brought together by one mere cracker. Seems impossible really, that something so benign could take these treats to such new and tasty heights! I’ve seen them used in s’mores truffles, where the crumbs of the crackers coat the outside of the chocolate truffle. Delicious yes, but not enough crackers for me! Recently though, I came across an article which spoke about a recipe found on the back of a no-name brand of graham crackers. It’s called Graham Cracker Cake and it instantly had me intrigued. A cake made from Graham Crackers that wasn’t an icebox version? I had to see the ingredient list for this dessert and sure enough, it is an actual CAKE-cake. I’m sure there are some of you

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who know about it, but because I never had; I was truly amazed. The ingredients of the cake themselves are far from Sylvester’s initial concept of consuming wholesome things to live a wholesome life – but a little treat now and then is okay, I think. But you know, we’ve talked a lot about sweet things this last month and while I happen to have a sweet tooth or two, I wondered if it was possible to take something traditionally sweet and turn it into a savory dish? Thus, my quest began – to search for a recipe which incorporates that which is sweet into that which isn’t. It was a tall order I’ll just say, but I managed to find it! A recipe for chicken parmesan using graham crackers! On www.foodandwine. com a scrumptious looking meal appeared right before my eyes and the recipe for it didn’t call for a mere sprinkling of graham cracker dust. No, it called for an entire cup! It was a little like a search for some hidden treasure, but I did indeed find it! With this being the case, I will include the recipe for you all to try. Dear readers, I hope you enjoy summer in so many ways and of those ways, I hope at least one of them includes using graham crackers! Please send all comments, questions and recipes you’d like to share to letsdish.whidbeyweekly@gmail.com and we can do just that – Dish!

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DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel Saturday, July 14, 12:45pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland Saturday, July 21, 12:45pm Oak Harbor Library meeting room No pre-registration required. No late admittance allowed. Open to all and required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and parents. For more information, call 360-672-8219 or www.idipic.org.

Garden Creatures and Garden People Sunday, July 15, 11:00am-2:00pm South Whidbey Tilth, Langley Deer Lagoon Grange and South Whidbey Tilth invite people of all ages to a free workshop to build Garden Creatures and Garden People. Volunteers are on hand to help creators who wish to enter their veggie sculpture in the Fair (1:00pm to 7:00pm July 17). Bring your own materials or shop from among the unusual veggies and fruit from Tilth farmers. Find the rules for this contest on page 22 in the Garden Critter categories listed in Fair Premium Book, fair.whidbeyislandfair.com. The Open Circle Choir will entertain creators and shoppers.

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Graham Cracker Crumb Chicken Parmesan 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless Salt and pepper to taste 2 eggs 1 cup graham cracker crumbs ½ cup grated Parmigiano-Regiano Oil to fry chicken 2 cups tomato sauce 1 cup shredded mozzarella Parsley to garnish Rinse chicken and pat dry. Pound each breast until about ½-inch thick. Season with salt and pepper and set aside. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and set aside. In another medium bowl, combine Parmigiano-Regiano and graham cracker crumbs. Coat the chicken breasts in the egg and then in the graham cracker – cheese mixture. Heat approximately ¼-inch of oil in a large skillet and cook chicken over a medium/high heat until golden and completely cooked through. Heat the tomato sauce, and serve the chicken under a helping of hot tomato sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese; garnish with parsley and enjoy! www.foodandwine.com/recipes/graham-cracker-chicken-parmesan www.snopes.com/fact-check/polly-adlerwant-a-cracker/ To read past columns of Let’s Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

Shelly Tochluk, nationally known author of “Witnessing Whiteness” and also “Living in the Tension,” will present a workshop on “Making A Difference, One Conversation At A Time: how to successfully engage in difficult discussions in a racialized world.” Recognizing that many of us find it hard to talk to people who hold differing views, Shelly will introduce us to strategies, tools, and skills we can use to engage with one another more effectively. This workshop is free but you must register. Email admin@uucwi.org or leave a message at 360-321-8656.

NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course Friday, July 20, 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, July 21, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $35 This course introduces students to the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a pistol safely. The pistol handling and shooting portion is completed at the NWSA range where students will learn about safe gun handling, pistol shooting fundamentals, and pistol shooting activities. The Basics of Pistol Course will also help prepare the student for participation in other NRA courses. This class includes shooting on the NWSA Pistol Range. Students can register online at nrainstructors.org. For questions or to register call NRA instructor John Hellmann at 360-6758397 or email NWSA.Training@gmail.com. Additional information can be found at www. northwhidbeysportsmen.org.

Back Pain & Sciatica Workshop Saturday, July 21, 11:00am Rue & Primavera, 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. Rue & Primavera is located at 785 Bayshore Dr.

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more inclined to dig in their heels and resist. It’s just the way things are at the moment. Remember this on the 15th.

CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) People and circumstances from your past resurface again this week. Even relatively inconsequential things may assume new importance in your life as a result. The way you view things now is much different compared to long ago. This is a good thing, because if you are not changing, you are not growing. Watch the 15th carefully and give yourself a pat on the back each time you realize how much you have evolved. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) This week you’ll likely find others quite willing to step up and do the hard work you would ordinarily do. Use this fact to take a break from the grind if you feel the need, but be very sure to give credit where credit is due. Few things create resentment faster than shirking your responsibilities while still claiming the rewards. Teammates and coworkers remain your allies on the 15th if you let them share center stage. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Your quick wit and sharp tongue could get you into hot water this week. Be careful what you say and how you say it. A friend who normally takes your barbed remarks cheerfully and in stride is the one most likely to take offense. In the same vein, don’t let a careless choice of words by another bait you into coming back with a harsh retort. Tolerance is advised on the 15th, lest matters get quickly out of hand. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Your innate generosity is scheduled to appear this week, with a casual friend as the likely beneficiary. Picking up another’s tab, whether out of kindness or need, is a strong possibility. Spontaneous acts of kindness naturally generate much good will, meaning you are likely to end the week a notch or two higher on the popularity scale. Watch the 15th as the most probable day to inch yourself upward. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You are someone’s shining ray of hope for better times this week. More than any one thing that you may do, it’s who you are and what you stand for that serves to bolster the other’s spirit. This means you’re not necessarily on the spot to perform great deeds or valorous acts. It’s your optimism and cheer that performs the needed magic. Trust circumstance on the 15th to put you in the right place, at the right time. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Since you’re probably more inclined to talk than to listen at present, events are likely to set you up to do just that. Just don’t expect your audience, however attentive, to automatically agree with your position. It’s likely that they won’t. Unless you are powerfully persuasive with your presentation, people are

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Charm and persuasion, two commodities that you possess in great abundance, are your stock in trade this week. Should you desire (and it’s likely that you will), these charismatic qualities of yours are quite enough to put others to work doing your bidding. If you care to engage these assets while still setting a hard-working example for others to follow, so much the better for you. It’s your choice on the 15th. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) In all matters where you must delegate responsibility to others this week, be alert for slackers. Trusting that the job will get done just isn’t enough. Your watchful eye is needed, and perhaps the occasional prod to keep all moving in the right direction, as well. The sad fact is, if you want the job done timely and right, you may end up doing it yourself. Be prepared on the 15th to don your work clothes. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Your independence is showing again. This is largely because you’re on a quest and can’t define what it is that you are looking for. It’s hard to engage others in the search, when no one understands what you’re seeking! Until you understand, yourself, you must go your solitary way. Unsteady friendships are part of your path. Resign yourself to that fact on 15th and don’t be surprised if it turns out you are a party of one. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Whatever you undertake this week, you are your own best resource for getting the job done. It’s not that those you depend on are off their game, it’s that you are so ON yours. This fact may not be apparent until the need for a stellar performance arises. Like the fireman whose service is in little demand until the alarm bell sounds, emergencies are your forte. Enjoy the 15th for whatever it may bring. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) Scant though recognition may be for your efforts this week, it’s not because you haven’t done a good job. The approval you lack outside is always to be found inside. Look inward and you’ll see plenty to justify giving yourself a break and a pat on the back for a job well done. Know that such an inner boost often translates to an outer reflection in the same measure. One may come from out of the blue on the 15th. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Friends who may divert you onto a more social and leisurely path this week hold your best interest at heart. Make the switch over. Too much solitary activity won’t serve to keep you well-grounded in the mundane. Not your favorite place to be, the mundane, but those other, private, worlds of yours will seem so much sweeter upon your return. Take events as they come on the 15th and go with the flow. © 2018, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

CLUES ACROSS

55. Voodoo

21. __ Connery, 007

1. Owns

24. British sword

4. Beef intestine

58. World of Warcraft character

9. Expression of contempt

59. Paddling 60. Most agreeable

14. Expression of horror

64.Chafed

15. Famed architecture couple

65. A way to analyze

16. Escape 17. “The Raven” author

67. Metal-bearing mineral

18. Chiefs’ tight end

68. Remains as is

20. Removes 22. Pesto dish

69. Large predatory seabirds

23. One who roots against

70. The Science Guy CLUES DOWN

24. Type of writer

1. Central Chinese province

28. Old woman 29. Early multimedia 30. This (Spanish) 31. Part of a play 33. Elephant’s name 37. Home of the Flyers 38. Builder’s trough 39. Tell 41. Google certification 42. Electric current

26. Musical composition 27. Advises 31. Herring-like fish 32. Chocolate powder

66. Remove

34. Somalian district El __ 35. Indicates position 36. Refurbishes 40. Exclamation of surprise 41. Football field 45. Hilly region in India near China

2. The marketplace in ancient Greece

47. Come to an end 48. Most mad

3. Covered the sword

52 Sheets of glass

4. Cleanser

53. Department of Housing and Urban Development

5. Body parts 6. Returned material authorization (abbr.) 7. Mega-electronvolt 8. One from Asia

43. Belonging to them

9. A superior grade of black tea

44. Nostrils

10. Thin

46. Arranges

11. Circles of light around the head

49. Commercial

25. Type of cyst

54. Stares lecherously 56. Consisting of a single element or component 57. Monetary unit of Zambia 59. Bones (Latin) 60. Frames-per-second

50. Skywalker’s mentor __-Wan

12. General’s assistant (abbr.)

61. Tell on

51. Single-reed instrument

13. Tiny

63. Cologne

19. Evildoing

62. Gall

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