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From the gorgeous sound and mountain vistas extending in as many directions as one can turn, to the rural-coastal community charm exuded by much of the region, Island County presents a rare and pleasing mosaic of natural and constructed landscapes. One feature not readily observed are the tens of thousands of onsite septic systems (OSSs) which collectively treat millions of gallons of wastewater every year on Whidbey and Camano Islands. When functioning, the septic systems of Island County return treated wastewater to the soil and ultimately our groundwater resources, which are entirely reliant upon rainfall for recharge.

When operated in a state of failure, OSSs can negatively affect public, environmental, and commercial interests. As an OSS owner, you have the lower-cost, small-scale equivalent of a sewage treatment plant buried in your backyard, which comes with additional homeowner responsibilities and opportunities to expand your knowledge.

The adage “out of sight, out of mind” simply does not translate to OSS ownership. Failed OSSs have the potential to transport harmful bacteria and viruses to the ground, surface, and marine waters of our region. They also threaten recreational and commercial shellfish harvesting, the ecology of our lakes, streams, and shorelines, and most importantly, the health of the public at large. Properly operating and maintaining your OSS is one of the simplest and easiest actions you can take to protect and promote the health of your environment and community. Here are a few simple ways you can make a difference when it comes to your OSS: Keep a Lid on it Cracked, missing, deteriorated, or improperly secured tanks are an easy fix that can literally save a life. Every year, adults, children, and pets are lost to septic tank entrapment – an entirely preventable tragedy. Take the time and expense necessary to properly secure your tank access. Last July, Kenny Ocker of the Tacoma News Tribune reported about a 2-year-old in Pierce County, who required resuscitation after falling into an unsecured septic tank. Additional information is available at www. thenewstribune.com/news/local/article215530305. html. If you take no other item for action, please make septic tank lid safety your priority.

Inspect, Detect, Correct Be proactive about maintaining your septic system.

When you buy a home served by OSS, you assume responsibility for its operation and maintenance.

Regular inspection and maintenance activities maximize the service life of your OSS and can often catch small issues before they demand large and costly repairs. Few homeowners are aware of the fact state and county health codes require conventional (gravity) system inspection every three years and annual inspection for all other design types.

Timely inspection also benefits you at time of sale. An informed buyer is unlikely to pay top dollar for a home with a neglected OSS and few lenders will finance mortgages with unresolved OSS issues. If you are struggling to recall the date of your last inspection, fear not – Island County’s Environmental Health web page has you covered.

Our Public Portal, which can be accessed at https:// permits.islandcountywa.gov/SMARTGovPortal/ Parcels/ParcelHome, allows you access to records about the design and service history of your OSS. Do-it-yourself types interested in saving money may be able to obtain certification to inspect specific system types through the Homeowner Septic Training (HOST) 201 program. Visit the Island County Environmental Health web page for details at www.islandcountywa.gov/Health/STWD/Pages/ Septic-201.aspx.

Don’t Flush Your Money Down the Drain If you are a first-time OSS owner, you may need to change the way you do your… ahem, business.

For starters, only three things should enter your

OSS: human waste, toilet paper, and wastewater.

Solids like flushable wipes, garbage disposal waste, cat litter, sanitary napkins, and cigarette butts can block lines and damage system components.

Simply putting a strainer on your kitchen sink and removing grease from pots before washing will significantly reduce the introduction of unwanted solids to your tank. Give consideration to all you send down the drain every day. Strong compounds like bleach, ammonia, and drain cleaner can kill the bacteria in your tank and soil. Consider gentle cleaning agents made from vinegar, lemon juice, and baking soda. Remember, too, not all chemicals stay in your system. Some pass through and migrate back to the groundwater supply. If you wouldn’t want to drink it, don’t flush it. Keeping pollutants out of your septic system today protects our groundwater tomorrow.

Fix Your Fixtures Leaking faucets might seem to add an inconsequential amount of water to your system, but over time, those drips and drops add up. Broadway aficionados may recall there are five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred minutes in a year, making a few drops per minute add up to hundreds or thousands of gallons of additional annual system loading. A new faucet seat washer costs pennies. A new drainfield on the other hand…

Defend Your Drainfield Your drainfield is the interface between your OSS and the rest of the world. Soil bacteria provide final treatment to your wastewater as it percolates through the ground, making it safe to re-enter our groundwater. They do so much and ask for so little. The soils of your drainfield can be overwhelmed or clogged with fats/oils, harsh chemicals, excessive flows, and garbage disposal waste. Your soil will eventually lose the ability to accept water and your system will fail.

Encroachment, a common issue in Island County, occurs when a drainfield or system component is adversely impacted by something that has been sited over or around it. Examples of encroachment include driveways, fire pits, deep-rooting plants, and structures like decks and sheds built over drainfields and tanks. Water from gutters may also cause issues if directed onto the drainfield.

Saturated soils are hard-pressed to take on more water and may short-circuit sewage to the surface of the ground. Encroachment impacts drainfields in different ways, most of which lead to failure. To my knowledge, “well-maintained drainfield free from encroachment” has never been listed as the cause of drainfield failure.

In Case of Emergency While a properly maintained system situated in optimal soils can provide decades of wastewater treatment, every system will eventually fail and require partial or complete replacement. Sewage failures are rarely resolved through inaction. The best thing you can do when experiencing signs of failure (slow drains, squishy drainfield, sewage odors) is call a Maintenance Service Provider or the Island County Health Department. We are committed to connecting citizens with the resources necessary to resolve system issues in a manageable time frame and are here to help. If a costly repair is involved, the CRAFT3 Clean Water Loan Program offers several financing options to assist eligible applicants in managing the expense of a repair.

Check it out at www.craft3.org/Borrow/clean-water-loans.

The identification and correction of failing septic systems in Island County starts at every home served by onsite septic. In time, our collective efforts will change for the better the places where we live, work, and play.

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Ever have a dream where you were kidnapped, taken swiftly to another planet, and then made ruler of the realm?

Me neither, but I did have a really strange dream the other night while sleeping through a Mariners game.

After seeing the final score when I awoke, I concluded that maybe the Mariners had been sleeping and dreaming, too.

Dream team The strangest thing about this planet in my dream was not the geography or the architecture or the amazing transportation systems.

It was not the temperature control, nor the rain optional settings on my customized weather system baseball hat.

The strangest thing was not the omni-directional, all-eared sound system, the infinite music catalog, or access to old films, old baseball games, or video histories of anyone I ever knew and loved.

What was strange?

Everyone but me was named Lee.

Club car Never having been a member of a club, I have always been curious about what makes clubs different than fraternities or other social organizations.

Oprah has book clubs.

People in the country have country clubs.

Friends have golf clubs.

Dad was a member of the Franklin Club, The Oil City Club, and The Wanango Country Club.

He was a club hopper.

As a result, our step-mom drank club soda.

According to Webster, or one of his workers at his dictionary offices, “a club is a heavy tapered staff usually made of wood, wielded as a weapon.”

Night clubs were born before I was, but in 1970 and 1971, I enjoyed many self-guided tours of the 24 Area NCO Club at Camp Pendleton.

I was so good at hanging out there I was hired part-time to work the front bar if and when the regular bartender went to get ice but did not come back.

Bookish in Freeland If I did have a book club, my recommendation this month would be Smoketown, a fascinating book which I am now reading.

Being less inquisitive than I am on Earth, I asked no questions. I just listened.

“Welcome to the Planet Lee. I am the Planet Greeter. My name is Certain Lee. Your fellow travelers are many, filled with skills which you may utilize at your leisure, with Leisure Lee.

As a student of Ohio and Pennsylvania history in the 50s and 60s, any discussion we had of our local evolution was confined to Indian mounds and oil wells.

Your chef, traveling with you by celestial food truck, is Ginger Lee.

Nobody was teaching us about the Pittsburgh Courier, once the most widely read black newspaper in the country.

Your navigator will of course stop whenever you designate. His name is, of course, Random Lee. Your special spatial concierge, Absolute Lee joins with Affectionate Lee to direct any and all group activities.

Your on-board physician, Dr. Tender Lee, nurse Candid Lee, and pharmacist Brisk Lee are a proven team of Commander Fearless Lee. Actual Lee will be added to your crew at the first rest stop.

Because of your innate fear, our Lee twins, Cautious and Careful Lee, will join with their half-triplet Similar Lee as your body guards.

Parole Lee will be their bodyguard.”

Why have a prison in my dream, you ask?

You will have to ask the warden, Natural Lee. My strange dream concluded with performances at the Lee Entertainment Center by Gypsy Rose Lee, Robert E. Lee, and F. Lee Bailey.

I did not stay for F. Lee Bailey since my spaceship was leaving and F. Lee gets paid by the word.

It was great to arrive home safely.

Mom had an Underwood Deviled Ham sandwich ready. Pickle relish and mayo added to cut down on the graininess of the ham and the taste of the can.

Mom had one of her six-and-a-half ounce bottles of Coke right by the paper plate.

Kate Smith was singing in the living room on our 10-inch black and white RCA. As soon as I finished my sandwich, Mom and I started to play Scrabble. Since my sister was not yet home (my dreams always have schools in session), Mom said we could play dirty Scrabble.

This meant I could use the dirty words I had learned Saturday while caddying for Mr. Audet, our neighbor.

Then, Sudden Lee showed. The dream went right to the golf course where the dream ended with an announcement by Abrupt Lee. “Mr. Audet is tee’d off, refusing to tee off. Mr. Audet has not given his authority to be in this dream.”

I woke up.

Mariner announcer Rick Rizz was still talking about his sleep mattress number being 45.

I knew then I was back to reality.

Real Lee?

“Black Pittsburgh once had an impact that rivaled the far larger black worlds of Harlem and Chicago.”

Nobody was teaching us in 10th grade World Cultures or 11th grade American History or 12th grade Problems of Democracy that if it weren’t for the two Negro League baseball teams in Pittsburgh, Jackie Robinson may never have been introduced to Branch Rickey and the Brooklyn Dodgers.

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For me, that definition sounds more appropriate for a political party than a club.

Written by Mark Whitaker, and published by Simon & Schuster last year, Smoketown is “the untold story of the other great black renaissance.”

I had been taken to the Planet Lee.

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Nobody told us in Music Appreciation my freshman year at Ohio Wesleyan University that Pittsburgh was the childhood home of jazz pioneers Billy Strayhorn, Billy Eckstine, Earl Hines, Mary Lou Williams, and Errol Garner.

When Pittsburgh was THE Place from the 1920s to the 1950s, Joe Louis, Satchel Paige, Duke Ellington, and Lena Horne were regulars.

My favorite story so far, at page 112, involves the Pittsburgh Crawfords owned by Gus Greenlee. Bing that name for an eye opener, or just get Smoketown at the library or order from your favorite local book store.

Greenlee, by hook, some crook, and a lot of green, had assembled, by his own admission, “the best team in the history of black baseball.”

Author Mark Whitaker takes us back to two moments in the early 30s.

“In one game against a white squad with pitcher Dizzy Dean on the mound, the Crawfords pounded the St. Louis Cardinals ace for eight runs on the way to an 11-1 victory.

In another exhibition against a U.S. Marine Corps team, they ran up a 12-0 lead before taking pity on the Leathernecks.

‘This is really unpatriotic’, Gibson said to Paige during a trip to the mound.

‘I agree’, Paige nodded. ‘The Marines have to score at least one run.’

The next play, Paige threw a lob over the plate and the batter hit a dribbler down the first base line. Gibson scooped up the ball and fired it past the first baseman into right field, where Ted Page made a wild throw to home, allowing the runner to score.

When the game was over, Gibson sidled up to the lucky Marine.

‘I had a feeling you were going to be a hero,’ he said.”

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Volunteers are needed for many different positions and areas during the Paint Out event, Aug. 21-25. If you are interested in being a volunteer, please contact volunteer@pacific northwestartschool.org [Submitted by Jeanette Eveland]

Ferry Fare Changes Coming This Fall

Letters to the Editor Editor, The president is correct in saying the problem with mass shootings is a function of mental illness, however, the research demonstrates it is not one of individual mental illness, it is cultural. What else explains it? Other countries have similar rates of mental illness. Countries like Korea and Japan are addicted to video games. Switzerland requires their citizens to have military weapons and they have a greater immigration issue than we do. But, no other country has anywhere near the number of guns, or surprise, problems with gun violence and mass shootings than the USA does. We have more guns than people in the USA, hence a gun violence epidemic and 10 times the number of mass shootings than the second place country, Yemen. What are some people so afraid of?

Could these murderers be victims themselves?

Most of them are almost all radicalized white men who feel alienated and disenfranchised and gravitate towards far right hate groups to seek meaning in their lives. My cousin, a troubled youth, was a member of the Michigan Militia. Are they different from other fanatics like jihadist suicide bombers? They too seek their own deaths. Most die by their own hands or by the police.They rarely have an escape plan. Meanwhile, the NRA/gun industry stoke their fears to sell them guns. Republicans and Fox carry water for the industry. It is no coincidence the 20 top recipients of NRA donations are all Republicans. They follow strategies of President Trump’s mentor, Roy Cohen, and GW Bush’s advisor, Karl Rove: 1) Lies repeated often become accepted as truth and 2) never take responsibility or demonstrate remorse for anything you do. Facts do not matter to these folks, just power and greed. Clearly the NRA and its supporters are OK with domestic terrorism.

Solutions are obvious: Background checks.

Banning assault weapons (as Australia and New Zealand did) combined with a buy back program are critical. Mass shooting must be made a federal crime. We are not going to stop gun violence in the USA, there are just too many guns, but we can curtail it so school children, church goers, shoppers and diners won’t need to wear body armor and be ready to duck for cover when a motorcycle backfires.

Or would that be too sane?

Gary Piazzon Coupeville, Wash.

Editor, Tracy Loescher’s Aug. 8 Island Angler article was right on the mark. Please print the names of the clubs and organizations that support changing the laws. Not only the laws but emergency changes are even worse. Going fishing in Washington State is frustrating and it’s not even financially feasible with all of these rules.

I haven’t fished in four years because of these reasons. No more nets, everyone must have the same rules with the exception of commercial fishing. They should be restricted to open ocean waters only, a strict daily limit and pole use only.

Tracy McCormick Oak Harbor, Wash.

90 days, through Oct. 24. The public is invited to view the Draft EIS online at https://parkplanning.nps.gov/grizzlydeis.

All comments previously received on the Draft EIS during the public comment period that was open from Jan. 12, 2017 through April 28, 2017 will be considered. If you would like to provide additional comments, you may do so as follows:

The Washington State Transportation Commission held its final hearing Aug. 6, in Seattle and adopted increases to current ferry fares which will take effect Oct. 1, 2019, and May 1, 2020. The fares were set to ensure $407 million in revenue is generated between now and June 30, 2021, as required in the recently passed two-year state transportation budget.

The preferred method for submitting comments is on the NPS PEPC web site at: https://parkplanning.nps.gov/grizzlydeis.

A summary of the ferry fare and policy changes coming this fall and next spring:

The NPS and USFWS will consider all additional comments received or postmarked no later than Oct. 24.

Oct. 1, 2019 2.5 percent fare increase for vehicles An additional 5 percent fare increase for oversize vehicles on the Anacortes/Sidney, B.C., route 2 percent fare increase for passengers Reservation no-show fee will be increased up to 100 percent of the one-way fare paid, based on a standard-sized vehicle The time in which transfers can be made on the San Juan Islands Interisland ferry is valid through the end of the service day it was issued May 1, 2020 2.5 percent fare increase for vehicles An additional 5 percent fare increase for oversize vehicles on the Anacortes/Sidney, B.C., route 2 percent fare increase for passengers A 25-cent increase for the capital surcharge, dedicated to the construction of a new vessel The commission also authorized Washington State Ferries to pursue two different pilot programs to test changes to fares and fare collection methods: Low Income Fare Pilot: Starting no earlier than 2020 and contingent on receiving funding from the State Legislature and approval from the commission, this pilot would test a special passenger fare for low-income customers. If implemented, the pilot would run for no more than three years.

“Good to Go!” Pilot: This pilot would test the use of the “Good to Go!” system currently used to collect tolls on highways and bridges, to also collect ferry fares. Special fares might be established as part of this pilot, with approval from the commission. If implemented, the pilot would run for up to three years.

For more information about transportation commission or its ferry fare proposal, please visit the commission’s web site at: www.wstc. wa.gov [Submitted by Justin Fujioka, WSDOT]

We Love Our Navy Rally Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed a lawsuit against the Navy on Whidbey Island. The Rally is planned as a way to show support for the Navy and the importance of Growler training in our area. It will be held Saturday from 10:00am to 1:00pm in the vacant lot on the corner of Highway 20 and Pioneer Way. The public is invited to attend and is encouraged to wear patriotic attire and wave your American flag or pro Navy sign.

[Submitted by Morgan Cooper, Community Action Service Alliance of Whidbey]

Comment Period Reopened on Draft North Cascades Grizzly Bear Restoration Plan/ Environmental Impact Statement The National Park Service (NPS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) are reopening the public comment period on the Draft North Cascades Grizzly Bear Restoration Plan/ Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS) for

You may also mail or hand-deliver your comments to: Superintendent’s Office, North Cascades National Park Service Complex, 810 State Route 20, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284.

Comments will not be accepted by fax, email, or any other way than those specified above.

Bulk comments in any format (hard copy or electronic) submitted on behalf of others will not be accepted. Before including your address, phone number, email address, or other personal identifying information in your comment, you should be aware your entire comment–including your personal identifying information–may be made publicly available at any time. While you can ask the National Park Service in your comment to withhold your personal identifying information from public review, it cannot guarantee it will be able to do so.

If additional opportunities for public comment are offered, they will be announced via news release and posted on agency websites, including the website listed above, at least two weeks in advance.

More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America’s 419 national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. For more information, visit www.nps.gov, on Facebook www.facebook.com/nationalparkservice, Twitter www.twitter.com/natlparkservice, and YouTube www.youtube.com/nationalparkservice.

[Submitted by Denise M. Shultz, North Cascades National Park Service Complex]

Washington Trust Announces State Funding for Historic Barns and Cemeteries In partnership with the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP), the Washington Trust is pleased to announce funding is available for two statewide grant programs: Heritage Barn Grants and Historic Cemetery Grants. This will be the seventh round of grant funding available for owners of historic barns and the second round of grant funding for those with stewardship responsibilities over historic cemeteries.

The Heritage Barn Initiative established the Heritage Barn Register in 2007, a statewide list of historically significant barns, and owners of designated Heritage Barns are once again eligible to apply for matching grants available to assist with barn stabilization and rehabilitation projects. The Historic Cemetery Preservation Program is intended to honor veterans and support the ongoing preservation of historic cemeteries through funding for capital projects. Approximately $900,000 is available to be granted through both programs; $450,000 for each. Both initiatives are programs of the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.

The deadline to submit applications for both grant programs is Wednesday, Oct. 23. Applications and more information for each program can be accessed through the DAHP website at: Heritage Barn Grants: https://dahp.wa.gov/ historic-registers/heritage-barn-register/ heritage-barn-grants

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Thursday, Sept. 26 6:00-7:00pm: Historic Cemetery Grants 7:00-8:00pm: Heritage Barn Grants Skagit City School, 17508 Moore Rd., Mt Vernon, Wash.

See the full list of statewide workshops on the Washington Trust web site. Anyone unable to attend a workshop in their area is encouraged to contact the Washington Trust for more information about these programs: Barns: Jennifer Mortensen, 206-462-2999 or jmortensen@preservewa.org Cemeteries: Julianne Patterson, 206-5351044 or jpatterson@preservewa.org [Submitted by Jennifer Mortensen, Outreach Director]

Local Business News Edward Jones Financial Advisor Announces Grand Opening Chris Renfro of the financial services firm Edward Jones invites the public to join him for a grand opening celebration. The event will be held from 4:00 to 6:00pm Friday, Aug.16 at his office at 502 N Main St., Coupeville.

Various activities are planned, including a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting, door prizes and summer barbecue meal.

Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in St. Louis, provides financial services in the U.S. and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the investments its financial advisors offer to the location of its branch offices, caters to individual investors. The firm’s 18,000-plus financial advisors serve more than 7 million clients and care for $1 trillion in assets under management. Visit the Edward Jones web site at edwardjones.com and recruiting website at careers.edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.

Whidbey Telecom Welcomes Crabby Coffee Whidbey Telecom is pleased to welcome Crabby Coffee as the new tenant in the WiFire location in the Whidbey Telecom building at 1651 Main Street in Freeland.

“Crabby Coffee serves its own special blend of beans created by a local roaster, Jellybean Espresso, and every cup is made with an attention to detail,” says Donna Hilty, COO of Whidbey Telecom. “Keasha Campbell brings her love of Whidbey Island and our community to everything she does. We’re excited to welcome her and Crabby Coffee into Whidbey Telecom’s Customer Experience Center.”

Crabby Coffee, in the WiFire Community Space, joins the Crabby Coffee family of locations, which includes a drive-through behind the Wells Fargo Bank and a walk-up coffee stand at Senior Thrift, also in Freeland.

“The WiFire is special to us here in South Whidbey, and Crabby Coffee is delighted to locate our flagship space in this location,” stated Keasha Campbell, owner of Crabby Coffee. “Whidbey Telecom built a beautiful space in Freeland for the community to meet up, work and enjoy the fastest WiFi on the island. Enjoying a cup of hot coffee with friends is what we love to do. We’re excited to expand our special blend of community, coffee and Whidbey Telecom’s high speed internet connectivity! ” The WiFire Coffee Bar location now occupied

by Crabby Coffee is located in the Whidbey Telecom building at 1651 Main Street in Freeland. The hours are Monday-Friday, 6:30am to 4:00pm and Saturdays and Sundays 7:00am to 2:00pm. Daily drink specials and the menu can be found on The Crabby Coffee Facebook page.

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are blaring music and now throwing trash into her yard.

Island 911

Seriously, we do not make this stuff up!

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 8:17 am, Bailey Rd. Advising neighbor keeps blocking reporting party’s driveway with wood pallets; states he has removed them several times and she keeps placing them in driveway.

FRIDAY, JULY 12 2:53 am, Meadow Ln. Caller advising house shook like crazy, no known damage, not sure if there was an earthquake; not injured, but would like call to know if it was earthquake.

10:55 pm, Jefferson Pl. Mount Vernon Police Dept. calling, advising male called thinking he was being followed by vehicle and he thought tire was shot out, advising he did not see firearm.

10:53 am, SR 525 Reporting party states mailbox was stolen again; available for phone call.

THURSDAY, JULY 11 1:17 am, Cameron Rd. Advising his cat is on roof of house next door and neighbors won’t answer door; advised this is not a service we provide.

11:12 am, N Oak Harbor St. Reporting party advising having issues with neighbor’s child trying to feed their dogs while they’re out.

2:14 pm, N Main St. Caller advising male recently discharged from location is at bus stop in parking lot of location, refusing to leave. Has his hands down his pants.

9:58 pm, SR 20 Reporting party advising male in front of building is swinging a wrench around and trying to hit a tree with it.

2:52 pm, Polnell Rd. Caller states roommate has stolen her Sleep Number bed; roommate is not there now. Caller believes occurred this morning, both caller and roommate are in the process of moving out.

4:50 pm, Ocean View Dr. Advising neighbor at location is playing very loud music; reporting party states neighbor is doing it on purpose. Neighbor has threatened her in the past.

4:53 pm Fort Casey Rd. Caller advising she was watching someone’s dog at location and dog ran away 30 to 45 minutes ago.

5:14 pm, Ocean View Dr. Reporting party screaming at call-taker, stating neighbors turned up music again.

5:26 pm, Ocean View Dr. Reporting party recalling, states neighbors

6:58 pm, Mobius Lp. Caller states deputy came to his job today and was looking for him, states he is feeling paranoid now that there is a warrant out for his arrest; requesting phone call.

9:06 pm, SR 20 Reporting party advising male subject in parking lot is screaming, yelling at cars.

9:40 pm, N Oak Harbor St. Caller advising dog has trapped him and his wife inside their car; dog starts barking when they try to leave car.

9:58 pm, SR 20 Reporting party advising male in lobby is yelling at himself and talking to himself.

SATURDAY, JULY 13 12:53 am, SR 20 Reporting party advising needs an ambulance; states “Something spiritual hit me and I need help.”

3:06 pm, S Main St. Advising white female loitering outside of location and other businesses in the complex seems “out of her mind.” Verbally aggressive to people.

5:04 pm, Mitscher Dr. Caller advising neighbor has been taking pictures of her over the fence and stared at her with a death stare; also advising subject was yelling that caller is going to beat her; caller advising it’s not true.

11:07 pm, Lopez Dr. Reporting party advising a pack of coyotes comes into his backyard and howl; states has been going on for past week, does not think he’s in danger now; were there a minute ago but seem to have left now.

SUNDAY, JULY 14 7:49 pm, N Main St. Caller advising drove by location and

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saw male subject urinating by bus stop at location; male was facing away from caller, wearing large, baggy clothing.

MONDAY, JULY 15 8:22 am, Monkey Hill Rd. Requesting call referencing ongoing problem with peacocks coming onto reporting party’s property and doing damage; unsure which neighbor they belong to, not on her property right now.

6:40 pm, Hamilton Dr. Reporting party advising subjects are taking pictures of reporting party’s house and invading reporting party’s privacy.

Advising subjects are currently outside.

TUESDAY, JULY 16 8:25 pm, SR 20 Caller advising male is stealing from location; states he put some type of candy and other items in his clothing.

5:37 pm, East Harbor Rd. Requesting call, wanting to know what is done with the deceased deer after they are picked up.

6:35 pm, Alder View Ln. Reporting party advising has neighbor who continues to drive on reporting party’s property; states subject tells reporting party it is an easement and will continue to drive on it; reporting party states there is no easement on property.

8:40 pm, Whidbey Woods Ln. Reporting party advising neighbor blocked her driveway and said she wasn’t allowed to use easement that goes through his property; reporting party is home now.

9:52, Lilac Dr. Reporting party works as caregiver at location. States person came to the door selling meat, “Just something about him that I just wasn’t quite comfortable with.”

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www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED Made by Hand: Shell Art Saturday, August 24, 10:00am Freeland Library Collected a stash of shells over the summer?

We’ll share some ideas (and supplies) for decorating and transforming them into something new. We’ll have some shells, but please bring your own as well.

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

jacket. This will be an easy one hour, one mile walk with some uneven paths, stepping over driftwood, and a steep incline at the end. Discover Pass is required.

For more information, email education@ soundwaterstewards.org.

Lions Club Fruit Sales

Bluegrass in the Gardens

Daily until sold out, 9:00am-6:00pm Rite Aid parking lot, Oak Harbor The Oak Harbor Lions Club is selling cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, Walla Wallas, bell peppers, beef steak and Roma tomatoes, jalapeños, and more. All proceeds are given back to the community. Look for the bright gold trailer.

Lions Club Blood Drive Thursday, August 15, 11:00am-5:00pm Coupeville United Methodist Church, 608 N Main St. Sponsored by the Coupeville Lions Club. One pint of blood can save three lives and together we have helped save hundreds of lives in our community hospitals throughout Western Washington. To donate, just drop in or you may schedule an appointment: DonorSched@ Bloodworksnw.org or call 1-800-398-7888.

For more information, call Sue Hartin at 503-789-3595.

Thursday Night Flights with Crucible Brewing Company Thursday, August 15, 5:00-8:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Oak Harbor Come visit the newest Penn Cove Taproom for $5 Flights. Crucible Brewing Co., based in Everett, was started in late 2015 by two childhood friends who both have an absolute passion for craft beer. They will be showcasing some of their most popular craft beers. Enter a raffle to win Crucible Brewing prizes and swag from PCBC Taproom.

Live Music: Trio Nouveau Thursday, August 15, 6:00-8:00pm Ciao Restaurant, 701 N Main St, Coupeville Trio Nouveau plays classic swing from the Great American Songbook inspired by the great guitarists in history such as Joe Pass, Herb Ellis, Django Reinhardt, Wes Montgomery, Chet Atkins and Lenny Breau. For reservations or more information, call 360-678-0800.

Live Music: Mussel Flats Friday, August 16, 7:00-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Mussel Flats is a Coupeville-based classic rock/blues band living and playing music on Whidbey Island. Come down and enjoy your favorite classic tunes. No cover. For more information, call 360-682-5747 or visit www.penn covebrewing.com.

Family Friendly Beach Day Saturday, August 17, 10:00am-12:00pm Monroe Landing Road beach, Oak Harbor Whidbey Island Conservation District is holding a free, family friendly beach day event where families can play games, win prizes, enter a FREE raffle for a rain barrel, enjoy the beach, and also learn about stormwater and how we can keep Penn Cove healthy.

We Love Our Navy Rally Saturday, August 17, 10:00am-1:00pm Old Ford Lot, Oak Harbor The Rally is planned as a way to show support for the Navy and the importance of Growler training in our area. The public is invited to attend and is encouraged to wear patriotic attire and wave an American flag or pro Navy sign. The old Ford lot is on the corner of Highway 20 and Pioneer Way.

Guided Beach Walks Saturday, August 17, 11:00am-12:00pm Fort Casey State Park, Coupeville Come on a short walk to learn the basics about our ever-changing beaches at Fort Casey. Wear your walking shoes and a

Saturday, August 17, 12:00-4:00pm Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank Cost: $15 per person, kids under 16 free Enjoy food, refreshments and great music.

Featuring Homebrew Stringband at 12:00pm, Cranberry Bog at 1:25pm, Wild Hares at 3:00pm. Spread a blanket or bring a chair.

Located at 3531 Meerkerk Lane, call 360-6781912 or visit www.meerkerkgardens.org for more information.

Island Herb Vendor Day Saturday, August 17, 1:00-3:00pm Island Herb, Freeland Representatives from Skagit Organics will be on site with product displays and information.

Must be 21 or older. Island Herb is located at 5565 Vanbarr Pl, Unit F. For more information, call 360-331-0140 or visit whidbeyislandherb. com. Marijuana has intoxicating effects and may be habit forming. Keep out of the reach of children.

American Roots Music Series Saturday, August 17, 7:00-8:00pm Deception Pass State Park, West Beach Amphitheater Juan Manuel Barco is a legend of conjunto and Tejano music in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Barco was born in Coal Mine, Texas to a family of migrant farm workers who followed the crop harvests within Texas and to several states in the mid and southwest. Barco taught himself to play the guitar at age six and later taught himself to play the bajo sexto and bass guitar. His music incorporates the many styles he heard as his farmworker family traveled from place to place. The concert is free to attend, though a Discover Pass or Day Pass is required for parking. Bench seating is available, but feel free to bring your own folding chair. Blankets and bug spray are highly recommended. Please contact DeceptionPass.

Interpreter@parks.wa.gov or 360-675-3767 with any questions.

Live Music: Ronnie Nixx Saturday, August 17, 7:30-9:30pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Ronnie Nixx is back by popular demand. His silky smooth renditions of your favorite pop and R&B songs from the 50s through today will leave you wanting more. No cover. For more information, call 360-682-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com

Street Dance: PETE Wednesday, August 21, 6:00-8:00pm Bayview Cash Store, 5603 Bayview Rd, Langley PETE is the quintessential Whidbey Island garage band, performing rock and blues dance music and American groove music. The band is comprised of Goosefoot’s own Fredde Butterworth on drums, Tom Hoeflich and Dave Draper on guitar, and Marc Strader on bass.

Rain or shine! Dances move inside Bayview Hall if necessary. Free admission and family friendly. Food and beverages are available for purchase.

Live Music: Jess Friday, August 23, 7:30-9:30pm Penn Cove Taproom, Oak Harbor Back by popular demand, singer songwriter Jessica “Jess” Drugge and her wife, Marci Hastings, moved to Coupeville from West Seattle in December 2017. Jess’ performances are a mixture of originals and covers. Recently described as Coffeeshop Rock-Acoustic, Jess has carefully handcrafted her originals. No cover. For more information, call 360-6825747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com

Bikers for Babies

South Whidbey Community Church

Saturday, August 24, 9:00am Pregnancy Care Clinic, Oak Harbor

Sundays, 9:00-9:45am Adult Bible Study 10:00-11:00am Worship Deer Lagoon Grange, 5142 Bayview Rd, Langley

Registration and safety brief starts at 9:00am.

Kick stands up 10:00am. Ride ends at Skagit Powersports. $30 Registration fee. Food and drinks following. Call 360-675-2096 or visit islandspcc.org to register. Pregnancy Care Clinic is located at 670 SE Midway Blvd.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Full Moon Fairy Houses Thursday, August 15, 3:00-4:00pm Clinton Library Surrounding Forest Welcome the forest fairies by building a fairy house from natural materials in the woods surrounding the Clinton Library. Materials will be supplied, found or bring your own natural gifts to decorate. Please register.

Books2Movies Group Friday, August 16, 2:00-4:30pm Freeland Library This group will focus on books that were made into movies. Read/listen to the book, “The Upside (You Changed My Life),” then join us for the movie and a lively talk the third Friday.

Enjoy candy, popcorn and meet with fellow book lovers. Brandon Henry will lead the discussion.

Friends of Clinton Library Book Sale Saturday, August 17, 10:00am-3:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave. Thousands of books for sale at bargain prices.

Additional fiction and nonfiction every month.

Proceeds support the Clinton Library.

Songs I Love to Sing Saturday, August 17, 6:30-8:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave. Come listen or sing along with Bryan Stratton as he shares some of his favorite songs including songs of John Denver, Paul Simon, Neil Diamond, Cat Stevens, and many others including originals.

3rd Tuesday Book Group Tuesday, August 20, 9:30-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a great book discussion of Michelle Obama’s “Becoming.”

Explore Summer: Suited for Space Tuesday, August 20, 3:30pm Freeland Library How can exposure to space affect the human body? Learn about the many protective layers of a space suit, design suits for a marshmallow astronaut and test your design in our portable vacuum chamber.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel Wednesday, August 21, 10:00-11:30am Freeland Library In this hands-on class you’ll learn to create and save a spreadsheet, print and utilize other useful commands. For computer users with basic keyboard and mouse skills. Registration is recommended.

Explore Summer: Aliens: Escape from Earth!

Wednesday, August 21, 2:00pm Coupeville Library During a midnight meteor shower, something mysterious falls from the sky toward Earth, but it’s not a shooting star. It’s totally out of this world! For children ages 6 and up and their caregivers.

Lit for Fun Book Group Thursday, August 22, 9:00-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Tara Westover’s “Educated,” a memoir about a young girl who leaves her survivalist family and goes on to earn a PhD from Cambridge University. For adults.

Sunday, August 18 - Mystery Solved: Paul describes the mystery of Christ and His role.

Prayer Group Every Tuesday, 4:00-5:30pm 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.concordiaoak harbor.org or call 360-675-2548.

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

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

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

Whidbey Quakers Sundays, 4:00-5:00pm 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 The church and Reading Room are located at 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, Oak Harbor. Call 360-675-0621 or visit christianscience.com.

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

Galleries & Art Shows Featured Artist: Chris Cozine Artist Demonstration: Saturday, August 17, 11:00am-12:00pm & 4:00pm-5:30pm Garry Oak Gallery, Oak Harbor Chris loved creating art as soon as she was able to use a crayon. It was her passion in WHAT'S GOING ON

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Grand Prix Hydroplanes return

for Hydros for Heroes Bill Osborne Photo Courtesy of Hydros for Heroes In addition to the Grand Prix hydroplanes GP-18 (pictured here) and GP-20, Hopp Racing will also be bringing their Hopp Racing Hydroplane Simulator to Hydros for Heroes this year. Event attendees can try their hand at a simulated hydroplane experience.

By Kacie Jo Voeller Whidbey Weekly

ing for national points and standing will continue on Sunday.

The waters of Oak Harbor will transform into a raceway for hydroplanes Aug. 24-25 during the fourth annual Hydros for Heroes event. The races, which raise funds for Oak Harbor’s Rotary Club, will run from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day, and will draw 50 boats from 10 different racing classes to the area. This year, the Grand Prix hydroplanes, which boast large rooster tails and are capable of top speeds of 170 miles per hour, will be a featured racing class.

“We are in Region X, and the year before last year we were selected as the best race in Region X and it brings a wider attention and reputation to the city,” Schwalbe said.

Steve Schwalbe, current president of the Rotary Club and the event coordinator, said the event is free for the public to attend, with options to purchase food and drinks from the event’s vendors and beer gardens.

“Just like the music festival, just like Pigfest, Hydros for Heroes is free to the public,” he said. “Absolutely free. It is a service we provide to the community and we are happy to do it.”

The race, which is sanctioned by the American Power Boats Association, is a national and regional professional charity racing event that helps to draw a large crowd to the city, Schwalbe said. There will be an awards ceremony open to the public on Saturday night based on that day’s races, but scor-

One unique aspect of Oak Harbor’s event is spectators get ample chances to see the boats in action, Schwalbe shared.

“We have some of the best visibility - other races are on rivers or lakes and there are limited places to be to see the race,” he said. “You can pretty much be anywhere around Oak Harbor and see the race.”

Schwalbe said some of the boat racers come for other events during the year and enjoy that they are racing for a cause.

“They (the boat drivers) come for our parade, for the Fourth of July parade with their boats and they do not have to do that, so they are supporting us and it is great,” he said. “And they like the fact that it is for a good cause, a nonprofit, the Rotary Club, they appreciate that and that motivates them.”

Craig McKenzie, who is the race owner, said the city of Oak Harbor has been instrumental in helping put the event on each year.

“The community has been very supportive,” he said. “The city and all of the departments, the road, the utilities, the police, the fire department, I mean, you name it, the different departments at the city have really been wonderful and worked to help us get this event going and making it what it is. The mayor, Bob Severns, has been great. I really cannot say enough, we have got a lot of community support.”

The event, which supports the Rotary Club’s college scholarship program and its other community initiatives, including providing food on the weekends for elementary-aged students who receive free or reduced lunch, is funded by sponsors, including Premier Title and Guild Mortgage. Over the last three years, Hydros for Heroes has raised approximately $78,000 to give back, McKenzie shared.

“We are trying to do some really cool things for our heroes in our community and our community in general,” he said.

McKenzie said there are still chances for those who want to contribute to get involved with the event.

“We could still use volunteers to help,” he said. “It probably takes about 150 volunteers to pull this off and there is an awful lot of moving parts to a race like this and we are still looking for sponsors. The more sponsors we get, the more money we get to give.”

McKenzie, who heads a Keller Williams real estate team, is also involved in Homes for Heroes, a program which also serves the community and puts the spotlight on community heroes including police officers, firefighters, teachers, health care professionals, military members and veterans.

“In my mind, it (the name Hydros for Heroes) was a spin off of Homes for Heroes and a way to also give back to our community like we are with our heroes,” he said.

For those who want to be close to the action all weekend long, camping is available along Pioneer Way for RVs and other camping vehicles, with 30 feet available for a fee of $100.

Bill Osborne Photo Courtesy of Hydros for Heroes GP-15 Hopp Racing (left), owned by Jerry Hopp, follows close behind GP-20 Blown Income Racing, owned by Larry Linn. Both the GP-15 and GP-20 hydroplanes will be coming to Oak Harbor to race in the Grand Prix class of Hydros for Heroes Aug. 24-25.

“We shut down the whole east-bound lane on Pioneer Way, and it has some of the best viewing right between Turn 1 and Turn 2, where they start the race and that first corner they come into where they are all jockeying for position,” he said.

“That is right between Turn 1 and 2, which is right in front of Pioneer Way. They can tailgate from Saturday morning to Sunday night and keep the trailer there the whole time and be right there where the race is happening, which is super cool.”

For more information, please visit hydrosforheroes.com.

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Pool, Park, and Recreation District commissioner; and as a rider on Island Transit buses and participant with its Citizen Advisory Board. In recent years, Grace especially liked cutting pies and visiting friends at the annual North Whidbey Community Harvest Thanksgiving dinner.

Grace Joan Horn was born Aug. 20, 1932, in Duluth, Minn., daughter of Frank and Johanna Pluth. She was married to Russell Horn from Oct. 27, 1953, until his passing Nov. 12, 2000. She is survived by three children, Kim, Mark, and Daniel and several grandchildren.

In lieu of a service and flowers, the family suggests donations to: North Whidbey Community Harvest, 1090 SE Hathaway St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277 or Sno-Isle Library Foundation, sno-islefoundation.org, Friends of the Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Dr, Oak Harbor, WA 98277.

Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial. com.

Eileen Margaret Billings Dec. 25, 1926 - Aug. 2, 2019

Jack Edward Ulery Oct. 7, 1936 – Aug. 4, 2019

Jack Edward Ulery, 82, passed away Aug. 4, 2019 in his Coupeville, Wash. home from Alzheimer’s Disease.

Jack was born in Nappanee, Ind., Oct. 7, 1936 to Walter C. and Ione Best Ulery. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Judi Ahrns Ulery. Also surviving are their three daughters: Jill Whalen (Terry), Beth Fossum (Ed), Ann Dodd (Luke); and their eight grandchildren: Trevor Whalen, Avalon Whalen, Aidan Dodd, Colin Dodd, Dean Whalen, Riley Dodd, Jack Fossum, and Ben Fossum. Also surviving are his sister, Dorothy Smith; nephew, Wally Smith; and great-nephew, Garrett Smith of Wauseon, Ohio; and his sister-in-law, Nancy Ahrns Treesh of Sugar Land, Texas.

Jack enjoyed growing up in the small, farming town of Nappanee in northwest Indiana. He graduated from Nappanee High School in 1955. In 1959, he graduated from De Pauw University in Greencastle, Ind., with a degree in economics. He began his career in the commercial insurance industry in Chicago, Ill. He and a few friends moved to Los Angeles, Calif., where he continued his career in the insurance industry, becoming a commercial insurance underwriter and eventually the Underwriting Manager for Commercial Union Insurance Company. He retired from Commercial Union Insurance Company in 1997, after 35 years with the company.

Jack married Judith Ann Ahrns (of Milford, Ind.) in 1964 in Las Vegas, Nev. They lived in southern California, three years in Phoenix, Ariz., and back in southern California until his retirement in 1997. Once retired, he and Judi moved to beautiful Whidbey Island, Wash., where they spent many happy years together.

Jack loved to fish and spent many years going on an annual fishing trip called the “Fall Classic” with close friends Toby, Dan, and Chuck, in the High Sierras in California. He also taught his three daughters how to fish and he and Judi took them on many camping trips in the Cascade Mountains in central Oregon.

He was also an avid woodworker and enjoyed building things.

Jack also loved to sing and loved gospel music. While in high school, he and his good friends, Hal, Max, and Bob, formed a gospel quartet that would sing in churches. They saved the money they received in the offerings and paid for a trip from Indiana to California and back through Canada. In college, he sang in a modern harmony quartet. Jack and Hal remained close friends all of their lives. In later years, he enjoyed watching and listening to the Gaither Gospel videos and singing and sometimes whistling along with the music. As his Alzheimer’s progressed, his love for gospel music remained and even in the months leading up to his passing, he would sometimes whistle along with the music.

Jack was a believer in Jesus Christ and he and Judi were members of Family Bible Church in Oak Harbor, Wash., for many years. Jack loved the Lord and spent many hours studying the Bible and attending Bible studies at his church. His love for the Lord was evident in the life he lived. He was a quiet, kind, gentle, generous, and humble man. He was very devoted to his beloved wife, Judi, and to his family. Jack had a great sense of humor and had a quick wit. Everyone who knew Jack loved and respected him.

He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to Whidbey Home Health and Hospice for their kind and loving care of Jack, especially by his nurse, Chris, and his aide, Jessica. We are also very grateful for the assistance provided by his caregiver, Sharon, who has become like family.

A celebration of Jack’s life will be Saturday, Aug. 31, 1 p.m. at Family Bible Church, 2760 Heller Rd., Oak Harbor. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial.com.

Grace J. Horn

Aug. 20, 1932 – Aug. 1, 2019

Longtime Oak Harbor resident, Grace J. Horn, passed away Aug.,1, 2019 as she had desired - at home with family by her side.

Arriving in Oak Harbor in 1959 with her husband and two children, she quickly began establishing links to the community that would become the family’s homestead. While her husband, Russell, continued his Navy career, Grace excelled at bringing to life their new house and home. Raising and nurturing first two, then three, children, she cultivated flowers and vegetables at home, while pursuing other interests at home, in the church, and her community.

Grace’s Christmas baking became legendary, enjoyed immensely by family, friends, and many Oak Harbor city employees. A lifelong quilter, Grace kept her home, family, and friends warm, literally, through her never-ending supply of quilts and quilted extras.

She was a fixture at the Oak Harbor First United Methodist Church, where she worshiped regularly and donated her time and commitment across the years to many roles, including church secretary, Sunday school superintendent, childcare/nursery coordinator, choir member, and contributor of Christmas bazaar wreaths, breads, and other items.

In the years after her children were grown, Grace increased her community involvement through the John Vanderzicht Memorial Pool as a swimmer and member of Friends of the Pool; as a North Whidbey

Eileen Margaret Billings died Aug. 2, 2019 at Maple Ridge Assisted Living in Freeland, Wash., with her sons, Scott and Craig, at her side. The family is very grateful for the care she received from the staff and the love and support from the other residents there, and WhidbeyHealth Hospice. She was 92.

Eileen was born in Huntington Park, Calif., Chrisrtmas Day, 1926, daughter of Frederick Cox of Stratford, Ontario and Ruth Payne of Granby, Quebec, who immigrated to the U.S. in the 1920s. Eileen graduated from Huntington Park High and UCLA, where she met the love of her life, David Billings. They were married Aug. 6, 1948, and raised four sons. They were married for over 60 years until Dave died in 2009.

Eileen and Dave started their family in Whittier, Calif., where Dave began his career in the glass container industry. As Dave furthered his career, they moved to Seattle/Bellvue, Wash., Modesto, Calif., and finally settled in Golden, Colo., where they remained for 30 years. Wherever she lived she made a point of meeting all her neighbors, forming lasting friendships with many, and was always ready to help them when needed. As her own health began declining, after she lost Dave, the love and help she received from her friends and neighbors on Whidbey Island was greatly appreciated. Her friends remember her twinkly blue eyes and great sense of humor, even in her roughest times. Eileen was actively involved in the AAUW and PTA, and the Whidbey Pandorans.

Being ‘outnumbered by a family of males’ as she said, she participated in memorable fishing and camping trips. In Golden, she organized a seniors’ bicycle club. After she and Dave resettled in Coupeville, she started the Ping Pong program at Oak Harbor Senior Center. A local newspaper once named her the ‘Queen of Ping’ in a feature story. Eileen had a love of animals and once raised an abandoned starling chick and trained it to talk. In 2005, she acquired a miniature schnauzer puppy, who she named Nelson, and who remained her constant companion to the end.

Eileen was predeceased by David and her brother, Brian. She is survived by sons Craig, Bruce (Joyce), Scott, and Keith; granddaughter Hilary (Sam); great-grandson Theodore; and Nelson.

A celebration of the life of Eileen is being planned, and will be announced at a later date. Updated information about this event may be obtained from www.whidbeymemorial.com, where family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences.

Anthony Forrest Joseph Minich August 11, 1958 – August 2, 2019

Anthony (“Tony”) was born in Fort Wayne, Ind., to Jim and Rosanne Minich. He was the oldest of five children. While growing up in Indiana he was surrounded by a large extended family.

After his graduation in 1976, Tony entered the U.S. Air Force but soon realized he wasn’t ready for military life. After several different jobs, he joined the Navy, beginning boot camp in the fall of 1981, desiring to be a radioman. Following “A” school graduation in San Diego, Calif., he was off to start his adventure. His first stop was Diego Garcia, in the Indian Ocean.

After serving on two different oilers, he was then assigned shore duty, returning to San Diego.

When he arrived for duty in San Diego, little did he know the rest of his life adventure would begin.

He met Cindy, his sponsor, who later became his wife. They married April 6, 1986. He would say over the years that she didn’t need to keep sponsoring him! Recently Tony realized his marriage was an arranged one, courtesy of the Navy.

Moving to Wahiawa, Hawaii, in 1987, where he continued to serve in communications, was his next adventure. While stationed there, he became dad to two daughters, Natalie and Meredith. Hawaii seemed to be “paradise,” but he was unaware it would not be the one for him. Tony’s next assignment was to return to the mainland in 1991. First stationed on the Conquest, a minesweeper out of Seattle, it would eventually be moved up to Everett, Wash. The family was already living in Everett since they didn’t want to be in such a big city as Seattle. The ship decommissioned, so back to Diego Garcia.

While on Diego Garcia, he got orders to Whidbey Island. Meanwhile, Cindy bought their house. She and the girls moved up to the island in 1995. He was stationed first at NOPF and then AIMD. In 2001 they moved to Pennsylvania, where he was stationed at NASJRB Willow Grove until he retired. Following retirement, he worked there as a Systems Administrator until that base closed in July 2010.

Now it was time to return to the northwest “paradise,” Whidbey Island. Tony found a traveling job installing computers on Navy and Marine Corp bases. He was able to see some of the country he hadn’t seen in the Navy. After encountering some health issues, he chose to retire.

So, what does a guy who loves to meet new people, talk, tell the history of Whidbey Island, and talk even more do? He volunteered at Admiralty Lighthouse at Fort Casey. There he met several people who shared the same passion as his. At most of the churches he attended, he was active and would find some way to serve others.

Tony died unexpectedly at his home Aug. 2, 2019. He is survived by Cindy, Natalie, and Meredith. His mom, dad, stepmom, and siblings are still living. Tony will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His quick humor, and his love for movies will long be remembered. It isn’t a goodbye, but “see you later” in heaven with our Lord and Savior.

In honor of Tony’s life, donations to the American Diabetes Association are welcomed.

A Celebration of Tony’s life will be scheduled soon and will be posted on his web site at www.whidbeymemorial.com where family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences.

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Navy Releases Hemp Policy From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs Department of the Navy continues to direct Sailors and Marines not to use hemp-derived products in a message released Aug. 7.

ALNAV 057/19 references and reiterates current Department of Navy (DoN) policy (SECNAVINST 5300.28F) regarding substance abuse, and it establishes the prohibition of use, ingestion, consumption or application of cannabinoid formulations made or derived from hemp or marijuana.

Dec. 20, 2018, President Donald J. Trump signed into law the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, commonly known as the “2018 Farm Bill.” This includes legislation allowing hemp cultivation and the transfer of hemp-derived products across state lines. The legislation defines hemp as a cannabis plant containing no more than 0.3 percent of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the chemical compound in cannabis associated with psychoactive effects. With the passage of this legislation, hemp-derived products, including cannabidiol (CBD), have become widely available.

Navy policy has not been affected by the passage of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, and all products derived from hemp or marijuana are still prohibited. While currently deemed legal for civilians in some states, all hemp and CBD products are strictly prohibited for use by Sailors.

Commercially-available hemp products, including CBD, have not been inspected by the FDA and therefore have not been proven to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any illness. Some of these products do not list all ingredients, making it impossible to know definitively how much CBD, THC or other synthetic cannabinoids they may contain.

Use, which is defined as oral ingestion, intravenous use, smoking/vaporization or any other method through which hemp-derived products may enter the body, could expose the user to THC. It is possible to test positive for THC on a urinalysis by using a CBD or hemp product. It can be impossible to determine where a CBD or hemp product was manufactured and what level of THC it may contain. Even trace amounts of THC can accumulate in the body and be detected in a urinalysis screening.

Sailors who test positive for THC or other controlled substances for which they have no valid prescription are subject to mandatory administrative processing and could receive a discharge characterized as “Other Than Honorable” (OTH), which can affect future veteran’s benefits and employment opportunities. Additionally, the Navy reports unlawful drug users to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for inclusion in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS), which could impact the ability to purchase firearms or ammunition in the future. It is the responsibility of every Sailor to ensure he or she is diligent in avoiding intentional or accidental exposure to THC and other prohibited substances.

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Repatriation Ceremony Brings Brothers to Final Resting Place

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vaughan Dill, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West Detachment Northwest Two brothers, Seaman 2nd Class Calvin H. Palmer and Seaman 2nd Class Wilfred D. Palmer, were laid to their final resting places, more than three-quarters of a century after they perished in the attack on Pearl Harbor, during a repatriation ceremony at Sunset Lane Cemetery, Aug. 9.

With family, friends, veterans, and state representatives in attendance, Naval Base Kitsap’s (NBK) Funerals and Honors Division served as pallbearers while the NBK Honor Guard performed a gun volley and Rear Adm. Eric Ruttenberg, chief engineer for Naval Information Warfare Systems Command, served as one of the guest speakers, Calvin and Wilfred were laid to rest after more than 78 years.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vaughan Dill/ Released)

Sailors assigned to the Naval Base Kitsap Funerals and Honors Division carry the remains of two brothers, Seaman 2nd Class Calvin H. Palmer and Seaman 2nd Class Wilfred D. Palmer, during a repatriation ceremony at Sunset Lane Cemetery.

“What in my life might I ever do that would be as consequential as what Wilfred and Calvin have done for us?”, said Washington State Representative Jesse Young. “The sacrifice that they have given and the example that they have lived their lives by is truly something we should all strive for. The honor and service that these brothers provided, to put themselves in harm’s way so that my children could be here today, is an example of what has really bound America together.”

The crew of Oklahoma were recovered from the waters of Pearl Harbor between December of 1941 and June of 1944 and placed to rest in Oahu’s Halawa and Nu’uanu cemeteries, listed as unknown remains.

The American Graves Registration Service exhumed the remains of the fallen crewmembers in September of 1947 in hopes of identifying the remains but unfortunately were only able to identify 35 Oklahoma Sailors. The unidentified remains were then transferred to the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and in 1949 classified as non-recoverable - included were Calvin and Wilfred.

Both Palmer brothers were assigned to the battleship USS Oklahoma (BB 37), homeported in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, when it was torpedoed and sunk in the infamous attack

by Japanese aircraft Dec. 7, 1941. The attack resulted in the death of 429 crew members in total, including the brothers.

In June 2015, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency began exhuming the remaining USS Oklahoma unknown remains from the cemetery for analysis. Using anthropological analysis, circumstantial and material evidence, and DNA analysis, they were able to identify the Palmer brothers March 19, 2019.

“My children have a grandfather that was in Pearl Harbor that day, he served on the [USS] Nevada (BB 36), and as a gunner’s mate, he lived through that engagement,” said Young. “It’s not a far stretch to realize that maybe he survived because of the sacrifice of these two men laying their lives down for all of us.”

Charles F. Burns desperately tried to save the brothers who were stuck in the laundry area when the attacks took place. As the flames got too thick, his efforts were unsuccessful and he was forced to find an area surrounding the ship that was not on fire where he managed to escape and get to shore, according to Helene Jensen, a niece of the brothers and Burns’ daughter.

The Palmer brothers were laid to rest next to their good friend Burns, as part of a family plot at the Sunset Lane Cemetery in Port Orchard, Wash.

“My grandpa and Rosie are here today. Their graves are marked with two flags, you can see Rosie and Charlie Burns, who was the husband of my mother and who tried to save them out of the laundry room,” said Jensen. “You can also see the site where my mother will be laid to rest when she passes away, so the family is truly being reunited in many ways.”

“Over the last four years, we have gone to great lengths, not only to identify these remains but to bring them home to their families,” said Ruttenberg.

Nearly 400,000 of the 16 million personnel that served during WWII never made it home and more than 72,000 are still unaccounted for.

“This truly is a great nation and it’s wonderful that we’re able to have something like this to show everybody so they can see the sacrifices and have them understand that freedom doesn’t come for free,” said Jensen. “It’s not something that happens just because you live here; it takes all of us to continue to make sacrifices. I really appreciate the Navy for stepping in and doing this for my family so that we can finally have closure and bring everybody back home.”

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The Garage of Blessings: a closer look at outreach and overcoming challenges

By Kacie Jo Voeller Whidbey Weekly An art room, birthday party supply wall, and even seasonal homecoming dresses are all offered by the Garage of Blessings, a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded by Kristiina Miller in 2012 with a mission of providing items for free to those who need them.

help, whether they are single parents, victims of domestic violence, or are facing other struggles.

“I love creating places where people can thrive,” she said. “Receiving people as they are, finding out what their challenges are and asking them what would help is a way I connect to their story.”

The Garage of Blessings, located at 800 SE Barrington Drive in Oak Harbor, offers tangible items, including clothing, shoes, and other donated goods, but also looks to provide support in other ways. One of the activities offered by the Garage of Blessings is an upstairs art room. Covina O’Brien, who serves as a creative/art director for the group, said she participates in art journaling, a way of keeping track of thoughts and ideas in visual format as a way to process emotions.

Art journaling and teaching the technique to others has helped her after the loss of her son.

“I believe that when you empower people and provide them with the opportunity and tools to learn in an environment that sees them as valuable, and acknowledge that change happens as a process and requires structure and accountability, then the seemingly impossible becomes possible,” she said.

“Sharing with others and helping them heal has helped me take the next step in healing,” she said.

Hunsberger said with the Garage of Blessings’ unique mission, there are some obstacles to overcome.

The art room is filled with donated supplies from beads to buttons, and O’Brien said the space provides a peaceful place to connect with people in the community.

“We serve a wide range of people in need and most are very grateful for the resources that support their families,” she said. “One of the challenges we face is a spirit of entitlement. We have family groups and individuals who come frequently and glean far more than they can use. We have tried a variety of ways to communicate the concept of sharing with our neighbors and giving back. So far, for those who are abusing the resource, it seems ineffective. We are going to introduce some new limits and use a different method for meeting specific needs.”

“It is a place to visit and meet friends,” she said. “People feel safe here.”

The Garage of Blessings provides necessary items like clothing and diapers, but also makes it a priority to address needs that go beyond basic, Dawnita Hunsberger, community outreach coordinator, said. She checks in with those seeking the organization’s

Hunsberger is a strong believer in providing support in many forms, ranging from helping others through the Garage of Blessings to connecting them to other resources on the island.

Kacie Jo Voeller/Whidbey Weekly From left, Lynne Tolson, Covina O’Brien, and Linda Johnston show off their art journals in the Garage of Blessings art room. The Garage of Blessings, located in downtown Oak Harbor, provides art activities and programs as part of its community outreach programs.

Illegal dumping of donations has also been an issue for the organization outside of its donation hours, Hunsberger shared.

sell/trade groups, Hunsberger said these activities are not sanctioned by the organization in any form.

“We do have security cameras and are going to start filing a police report, with identification, of those in the community who disrespectfully dump their belongings,” she said.

“If items are being sold online that were donated, it is without our knowledge or blessing,” she said. “Our mission is to serve our neighbors in need with tangible goods and support services. We do use donated items that are given in abundance or are non-essentials for Board-sanctioned fundraisers.”

Hunsberger said the Garage of Blessings seeks to serve others and focuses on working with officials in order to do so while not disrupting other businesses and residences in the area.

“Our current location allows us to have a great relationship with law enforcement and the city,” she said. “We are learning to be more effective in how we respond to our neighbors who are homeless or struggle with addiction and mental illness. We choose to respond with kindness even when we have to refuse service. We also believe that connection is healing and opens up the possibility for getting individuals in pain the appropriate support. We will continue to ‘fail forward’ as we work with the community to find solutions that are both effective and sustainable.”

In response to a rumor of Garage of Blessings donation items being resold via online buy/

Hunsberger encourages hands-on involvement from all members of the community at the Garage of Blessings. Currently, there is a team of about 50 volunteers who serve with the organization, she said.

“Come and volunteer!” she said. “We are so blessed by the people who come through our doors. It is a great place to use your gifts and talents. Our volunteers are dedicated, fun and simply the best. If you show up we will put you to work! I love asking some of our homeless neighbors to water our flowers, sweep the grounds or help me pick up garbage along the street. Giving back helps everyone have a sense of belonging.”

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By Carey Ross 47 Meters Down: Uncaged: Where “Crawl” has a hurricane and giant alligators, this movie has submerged Mayan ruins and enormous great white sharks. Perhaps Hollywood will one day understand that the greatest natural threat to humankind is climate change, not oversized creatures, but until that day comes, I’ll take the big sharks. ★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 29 min.)

The Angry Birds Movie 2: Here’s where we see if the film franchise can outlive the video game app that inspired it. ★★★ (PG • 1 hr. 40 min.)

The Art of Racing in the Rain: Another move seen from a dog’s eye view, this time starring Milo Ventimiglia as the race-car driver who presumably races in the rain. If you like dog-centric movies, you’ll like this one. Personally, I prefer Cujo. ★★ (PG • 1 hr. 49 min.)

Blinded By the Light: This movie, about a Pakistani teenager who discovers Bruce Springsteen and starts to live his life according to the Gospel of Bruce, is much like the Boss himself: a little corny, a touch overblown, but so sincere and engaging it’s impossible to resist. ★★★★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 55 min.)

Brian Banks: Brian Banks was a high school football star who was wrongly convicted and finally freed thanks to the efforts of the California Innocence Project. He deserved better from America’s justice system, and his story deserves better than this movie. ★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 39 min.)

choose her film projects, but she should fire that person. ★ (R • 1 hr. 43 min.)

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: Quentin Tarantino’s latest is two hours and 40 minutes of setup for five minutes of payoff. But what a gloriously unhinged, completely crazy five minutes it is. Plus, I could watch Brad Pitt steal scenes from Leonardo DiCaprio forever and never tire of it. ★★★★★ (R • 2 hrs. 39 min.)

Them That Follow: I thought this was another horror movie about giant reptiles–in this case, snakes–but instead it’s a suspenseful drama about Pentecostal snake handlers in Appalachia. Live and learn. ★★★ (R • 1 hr. 38 min.)

Toy Story 4: I don’t know how the fourth installment of a franchise can maintain this level of excellence, but such is the genius of Pixar. Credit should also go to Tom Hanks as the ever-reliable Woody, but this time the show belongs to Forky, aka Tony Hale. One or both of them will no doubt make you cry.

It’s Pixar, after all. ★★★★★ (G • 1 hr. 30 min.

Where’d You Go, Bernadette: I can think of no more perfect casting than Cate Blanchette as the complicated character at the heart of this adaptation of the bestselling novel.

And I can think of no one more perfect than Richard Linklater to direct it. Whether those things make for a perfect film remains to be seen. ★★★ (PG-13 • 1 hr. 44 min.)

Good Boys: If you think watching a bunch of overly precocious kids swear a lot is funny, have I got a movie for you. ★★★★ (R • 1 hr. 35 min.)

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

GADGETS FOR GREENHORNS As much as many of us enjoy cooking, there is inevitably a task or two we find tedious, tiresome or boring. What for some might be therapeutic, others may dread the thought of even engaging in that particular cooking job. For me, that task is peeling; I dread peeling anything, whereas I have family members who find the repetitive motion soothing and meditative. Anyway, moving towards what I want to talk about, what gadgets are out there that could possibly make these mundane cooking chores a little less mundane and maybe even give you a small glimmer of joy at the prospect of using it?

So, I decided to do my research and lo and behold, there are many, many gadgets and gizmos on the market that claim to make your culinary life easier. Some, I can definitely see the appeal given from the outset they are an obvious solution to a seemingly age-old complaint about some aspect of cooking, while others…not so much. In any event, the first thing I happened across was a microwave s’more-maker. This is perfect, I think, for a couple of reasons. First of all, we don’t just have to eat s’mores on a summer camping trip – we can eat them during the winter, too. Except for the small matter of the good old PNW rain. This is precisely the reason why being able to microwave your favorite summertime campfire treat is a blessing, in a way. Also, who really has time to start a fire in the cold and maybe the damp when a s’mores craving strikes? By the time your fire is just right, who knows?

Maybe the craving is gone, but you’re now obligated to make s’mores because of the fire you’ve made. Microwave s’more-maker it is, then.

The next gadget I came across made me wish these were around when I was little.

Maybe they were, like an older version or something, but because of where I grew up, we just didn’t know about it. So a corn

peeler is like a hard plastic sleeve that slides over your ear of corn and removes all the kernels from the cob pretty effortlessly. So instead of little teeth trying to find the right spot to crunch into, hoping not to get anything stuck deep between the gnashers, this kitchen utensil to me, appears to be worth its weight in gold. I mean you could always just use a knife to do the same thing, but this way, the risk of accidentally catching your fingers seems to be minimized.

Okay, how about something for the barbecue? I know at least some of you will have heard of shredding claws. They’re exactly what they sound like. Imitation animal claws with grips for you to hold onto, all the better to shred your barbecued meat.

See, I think this gadget has a few merits, but the primary one would be its ease of use.

Ever tried shredding chicken or pork with two forks? Sure you have. I have - countless times - and it is one of those tedious tasks I mentioned at the beginning I dread doing.

I’d rather use my fingers, which are equally as finnicky and not sharp, but why resort to this when you can use something like claws? I rest my case.

Now, another problem I sometimes have when I’m in the midst of chopping and dicing and all that, is I get a little bold and overzealous and threaten the integrity of my fingertips on occasion. Perhaps my dexterity isn’t as great as I like to think it is. This being the case, a finger guard is something with which I can’t go wrong. No one could go wrong with a finger guard, actually. If it preserves the longevity of your fingers, then it’s definitely a winner. I once almost took off the tip of my finger and ever since then, chopping has been a bit of a wince-worthy endeavour any time I cook.

Another favorite, if unnecessary, gadget I’ve come across (mainly in restaurants) is the taco holder. Yes! Because I want the innards of my taco to remain inside the shell where they belong – even if I have to tilt my head

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Egg separator anyone? I no longer have the difficulty I used to have when I was younger, with cracking eggs and separating them between the two shell halves. Every now and then I still get a tiny piece of shell in the egg whites, but a quick fix for this is to wet a finger to get hold of that little egg shard. If you struggle with separating eggs, or just want an easier way to do it, I highly recommend an egg separator. I know some people use a clean empty water or soda bottle to do the same thing, however, I find the kind of material used to make the egg separators tends to be more amenable to the whole process than a bottle crunching between your fingers.

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My dear readers, I would love to know what your favorite kitchen gadget or cooking utensil is and if you have any tips, tricks or hacks when it comes to cooking and food prep, let me know! I’m including a super easy recipe for corn succotash, which would make great use of a corn peeler. Please send your comments, questions and definitely recipes and tips to letsdish.whidbeyweekly@ gmail.com and we’ll do just that and Dish!

Simple Succotash 3 – 4 cobs of corn, boiled until tender 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup chopped onion 1 garlic clove, minced 1-½ cups black beans, canned, drained and rinsed 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Salt and pepper to taste Use your corn peeler (if you have one) to strip the individual kernels from the cob.

Heat oil in a large skillet and add the onions, garlic and green pepper. Sautee until tender, approximately 7 minutes. Add the corn and continue to stir in the skillet over medium/ high heat for another 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the black beans and continue cooking for 3 minutes. Add the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot (but not too hot, be careful!) and enjoy!

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school and her pastime. She loves all kinds of art mediums, but eventually gravitated toward painting due to her love of nature. She later went to college, majoring in art, which she eventually made her career. Chris’s art is characterized by vibrant colors and painterly texture.

Through August Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville The work of relief printmaking artist Linnane Armstrong will be featured for the month of August. Linnane creates woodcut and linocut prints inspired by the dramatic landscapes and natural elements of her Whidbey Island home. Her colorful and monochrome images use value and pattern in ways that draw the viewer deep into the scene.

Meetings & Organizations Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, August 20, 6:00-8:00pm Elaine’s Photo Studio, 947 Adult Field Rd, Oak Harbor Social time 6:00-6:30pm, meeting 6:30-8:00pm.

The theme for August is Wildly Creative.

You may submit up to three 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.

PBY Naval Air Museum Wednesday, August 28, 11:30am CPO Club, Oak Harbor The featured speaker at the monthly no-host luncheon will be Wayne Clark. Wayne will talk about the PBY history in Alaska as the PBY’s were the backbone of the early WWII involvement in the war. This would include the use of the PBYs as USCG aircraft, and the Navy’s recon and search and rescue use both in SE Alaska (Sitka), Anchorage, and in the 1000 Mile War effort (Kodiak, Adak, and the Aleutians). The public is invited to this event. Call 360-240-9500 for directions and more information.

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Classes, Seminars and Workshops NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Friday, August 16, 6:00-9:00pm Saturday, August 17, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, 886 Gun Club Road, 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, call NRA instructor John Hellmann at 360-675-8397 or email NWSA.Training@gmail.com.

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DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel Saturday, August 17, 1:00-3:00pm Oak Harbor Library meeting room No pre-registration required. Seating at 12:45pm. 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 visit www.idipic.org.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) The knack of overcoming setbacks may prove handy this week. It’s a trick not easily learned, but once you’ve mastered it, you’re failure proof.

It’s a simple stratagem, and it goes like this: When hit with a setback, learn what you can to prevent getting hit again.

Next, devise a counterattack. And finally, fill your mind with positive thoughts and go to work. The setback-free world doesn’t exist, but the 17th could be a better than average day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) In light of the restrictions working against you, teamwork is your path forward this week.

Teamwork will advance you in ways that the lone wolf approach will not. The other person is your key source of vital knowledge.

Work with them to get the needed understanding, and then leverage the knowledge to work your way forward. Value your connection, and on the 17th, don’t forget to give credit where credit is due.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) How strong is your professed desire to sample something new?. Is it weakened by a subtle fear of change? Recognize this as a cautious streak within that argues in favor of safety. Will you risk trading the safety of the known for something untested and new? Or will you chicken out at the last moment and stay where you are now? It’s a choice of courage over fear. Events on the 17th may help decide the issue.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) There is no time this week to rest on your laurels. Your accomplishments of the past count for little when the real question becomes, “What have you done today?” Motivators equal to those which led you to past glories exist all around you. If you haven’t already done so, pick one, and act on it now. You might feel alone on the 17th, but allies could appear if you state your intentions clearly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You will find this week that the world is ready to step aside as you push forward. More than supporting your actions, events may conspire to hurry you along. The invisible support and encouragement you presently enjoy makes bold strides pay off. Now, more than ever, it is time for you to dream big and dare to fail.

Nothing is without risk, but seldom will the odds be more in your favor. Tactical advantage on the 17th goes to you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Obstacles tend to be more inner than outer, this week. This means that if you are not advancing, it’s your own fears and doubts that hold you back.

While appearances may be much to the contrary, every outward obstacle will be sourced in one of those inner fears or doubts. This places you in full control of your

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) A long-standing goal or ambition that you’ve faithfully nursed and nurtured is close to realization this week. Now is not the time to grow lazy and careless. Hold firm in the face of challenges. Treat setbacks as a normal and necessary part of forward progress. The path to any goal is by natural law never a straight one. A possible zig-zag on the 17th is only that, and not a sign that you’ve lost your course.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Results this week begin with a hearty tug on your own bootstraps. Whatever your undertaking, if you believe you can, circumstance is ready to prove you right. Even so, belief is not enough. Belief must be followed by sincere applications of continued effort. How do you respond to the occasional unexpected challenge? If your faith and your efforts are shaken, you do harm to your cause. The 17th is no time to dwell on the negative.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Your biggest challenges this week result from other people’s inconsistencies. Don’t be surprised if normally reliable people suddenly do the opposite of what you thought they would.

The ones most prone to this erratic behavior are the very ones on whom you want to depend most. This means that where stability is essential, you will be the one to deliver it.

Success and failure rest largely in your own hands on the 17th.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) A mystery factor may seem active in the area of your finances this week. Of course you wish for ways to bolster possible weak points. If answers are not immediately forthcoming, the question of how to beef up your bottom line could become an obsession.

Working harder is the typical knee-jerk solution, but don’t rule out the option of working smarter. Both possibilities are in play on the 17th.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) The question this week is how to get what you want, when you want it. The comfortable old ways of direct control over your affairs may not satisfy this time. Gambling on some new approach to getting ahead may hold irresistible appeal. This new way will still entail much work, despite advance pitches to the contrary.

One option for leveraging your time and energy on the 17th is to delegate authority while still retaining control.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) How to balance work with play while still getting everything done is your main challenge this week. Irresistible attractions from the fun side may lure you away from your course, upsetting even your best intentions to be stable and reliable. Ignored for too long, however, your areas of responsibility are prone to breakdowns that will force you back to business. This juggling act is at its peak on the 17th.

CLUES ACROSS

1. Scottish tax 5. Filled with horror 11. Type of music 14. Variety act 15. Half-conscious state 16. Discontinued European money 17. Formal declaration 19. Shaft horsepower (abbr.)

20. A way to express concentration 21. Airline 22. Goes well with a carrot 23. Length of pant leg 25. Mark with a cut 27. One who destroys completely 31. Greek sophist 34. Thomas Hobbes’s “De __” 35. Copyreads 38. Talk 39. Endangered 41. Snag 42. Comedienne Tyler 44. Castrate a male animal 45. Taj Mahal site 46. Tending to concede 49. One who accepts 51. Albanian capital

55. Takes kids to school 56. About Moon 60. __ Seamounts: underwater volcanoes 61. __ Lilly, drug company 62. Not working 64. Alaska nursing board 65. Howl 66. Muslim ruler title 67. Famed arena 68. Back again for more food 69. Cheek

CLUES DOWN 1. Raccoonlike animal 2. Small 3. Separates 4. Parties 5. Automated teller machine 6. One who earned his degree 7. Dislike 8. Flowering plant 9. Nova __, province 10. Inhabited 11. Breathing 12. Partner to pains 13. Immature insects 18. The back 24. Heavy club

26. Edible fish 28. Lament for the dead 29. Woody climbing plants 30. Small rooms for prisoners 31. Ottoman military commander 32. “The Crow” actress Ling 33. A way of lopping off 36. Cigarette (slang) 37. Helps little firms 39. Member of small discussion group 40. Copyread 43. V-shaped open trough 45. Pokes holes in 47. Beloved “Captain” 48. Resume 49. On a line at right angles 50. Light up lamps 52. Part of the psyche 53. Leeward Island 54. 1960s counterculture activist 57. Edible seaweed 58. Imitator 59. Look at and comprehend 63. Root mean square (abbr.)

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