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Letters to the Editor To Citizens of Island County, As the designated Fire Marshal, I am imposing a total Burn Ban for all of Island County effective immediately. I made this decision based on the potential for wildfires throughout the entire State, the subsequent burden placed on our fire suppression resources (should those fires happen), and the desire to maintain consistency with the directive declared by Washington State Department of Natural Resources.

Mark Brown Island County Sheriff

Orca Capture Commemoration Will Show “Blackfish”

Garden Critter Workshop and Sing-a-Long at Tilth

Implements across-the-board, general fare increases:

Farmers are bringing their weirdest, most misshapen vegetables and fruits to the South Whidbey Tilth Farmers’ Market on Sunday, August 11 for the annual garden critter creation workshop sponsored by the Deer Lagoon Grange. A special sing-a-long and musical performance is happening too.

2 percent increase on passenger fares and 3 percent increase on vehicle fares.

Free “Grange Bux” are distributed by Grange members to children, ages 16 and under, to buy odd-looking vegetables, fruits and materials to make people and animal creatures. Grange members will help advise how to enter each creation in the Whidbey Island Fair.

4.1 percent increase on Anacortes-Sidney vehicle and passenger fares

Monday’s SAR crew were SAR mission commander, Lt.Cmdr. Fred Morrison; co-pilot, Lt. Eileen Crawford; crewchief, AWS1 Brian Casey; HIRA, AWS2 Jonathan Hampton; and SMT, HM2 Alex Nguyen.

2.5 percent increase on Anacortes-Sidney vehicle and passenger fares on May 1, 2014

[Submitted by Mike Welding, NAS Whidbey Island]

Adds a round trip fare option for travelers to and from Friday Harbor and Sidney, BC.

Farming into the Future

Grange Bux are valued at one dollar apiece and the Grange will reimburse market vendors for bux collected. The workshop takes place during market hours, 11:00am to 2:00pm, at 2812 Thompson Road, off Highway 525. For more information about the critter workshop, contact Chuck Prochaska at (360)222-3110 or whidstar@whidbey.com.

2 percent increase on passenger fares and 2.5 percent increase on vehicle fares on May 1, 2014.

Increases fares for the Anacortes-Sidney, BC:

Completes implementation of a three-phase plan that was started in 2011, providing reduced fares for smaller vehicles. In this final phase, the vehicle fare for cars less than 14 feet will be charged 70 percent of the vehicle fare charged for standard vehicles (14 feet to less than 22 feet).

Every August 8, Orca Network holds a Penn Cove Orca Capture Commemoration to mark the date of the infamous roundups there in 1970 and 1971. Ten young orcas were netted and hauled away from their families and pods to serve as entertainment in marine theme parks. At least five others were killed.

Bring your children, grandchildren and even your neighbors’ children to share the fun.

Volunteers to assist are welcome. Entry rules can be found on page 20 in the Whidbey Island Fair Premium List booklet. The booklet is available around the island in libraries and stores or online at www.whidbeyislandfair.com. Entries earning ribbons receive cash awards.

Eliminates the motorcycle oversize surcharge.

Vehicles that currently pay the motorcycle oversize surcharge will pay either the under-14-feetvehicle fare or the motorcycle fare depending on their size.

Since 1987 only one of those captured has survived. Against all odds she remains on display in an illegal tank in Miami. Her stage name is Lolita, but she was first named Tokitae (Toe-key-tay). Orca Network has campaigned since 1995 to retire Tokitae in her home waters and this year the prospects for her return are brighter than ever.

Garden critter entries must be brought between 1:00pm and 7:00pm on Tuesday, August 13 to the Burrier building at Whidbey Island Fairgrounds in Langley. Other garden entries, such as vegetables, fruits, grains, scarecrows, herbs, compost and honey are also entered that day.

Entry forms can be filled out at the fair or on line at www.whidbeyislandfair.com.

Based on comments heard during the public outreach process, the commission incorporated some changes to the initial proposal:

On August 8, 2013 Orca Network will mark the Penn Cove captures with a wreath-laying ceremony in Penn Cove aboard the iconic ketch Cutty Sark from 3:00pm to 4:30pm, followed by a very special screening of the blockbuster film Blackfish at 6:30pm at the Coupeville Elementary School Performing Arts Center, 501 South Main Street, Coupeville. Tickets for this Whidbey Island premier of Blackfish are $15 and are available from Orca Network at: http://shop. orcanetwork.org/product_p/blackfishcoupeville. htm.

Tilth Market music stage is devoted to many sing-a-long songs, which include Beatles songs commemorating their 50th anniversary this year, Simon and Garfunkel songs and Sound of Music pieces. Singers and musicians include the Sound Singers Japanese Choir from Lynnwood; Whidbey-based classical artist Fumi Tagata; the boy violin trio with Arthur Keast, Dustin and Avrey Scharwat; Al Benson, Janice and Yoshi Kato, Kathy Parks-Chambers, Dinah Stinson and Rumi Keast. Visitors can expect to enjoy many ethnic and spiritual songs as well.

Kept one-way fare options on the San Juan Islands to Sidney route. Under the original proposal, the one-way fares would have been eliminated.

Orca Network is grateful to Magnolia Films for granting this one-time only showing of this powerful film for this event. Blackfish includes the history of the Penn Cove captures, interviews with several former SeaWorld trainers, as well as longtime orca researcher Ken Balcomb of the Center for Whale Research and Howard Garrett of Orca Network. Howard Garrett states “we’ve been working on the captivity issue for several decades, and for the first time with the movie Blackfish, and David Kirby’s best-selling book Death At SeaWorld, the truth is reaching a huge audience and becoming a regular item in the mainstream news media, and that gives us a lot of hope.” The Blackfish trailer, the hundreds of glowing reviews, and the international screening schedule can all be found at: Blackfishmovie.com.

Enjoy the bounty of summer fruits and vegetables available from local farmers; beautiful works by craftspeople and tasty food to eat on site or take home. SNAP cards and Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program coupons are accepted. For more information, contact the market manager at market@southwhidbeytilth. org.

Prior to the screening of Blackfish, Orca Network will provide a brief summary of current legal cases that may mandate the return of Tokitae to the Salish Sea, along with news about the new WA State ferry to be named the M/V Tokitae in her honor, plus other important news items.

For more information, contact Orca Nework at info@orcanetwork.org or visit www.OrcaNetwork.org.

[Submitted by Howard Garrett, Orca Network]

[Submitted by Susan Prescott]

Changes to Ferry Fares Approved New, across-the-board ferry-fare increases will go into effect this fall as a result of action taken

by Washington State Transportation Commission following a final hearing July 30. The commission adopted the new fares to ensure the state meets the ferry-fare-revenue target set by the Legislature in the recently enacted 2013 2015 transportation budget.

The commission’s action is based on recommendations from Washington State Ferries, members of the citizen-based Ferry Advisory Committee on Tariffs, responses from public outreach meetings and email comments.

Detailed information on the proposal, including fare tables, is available on the commission’s website: www.wstc.wa.gov.

All proposed changes will take effect on October 1, 2013, unless otherwise noted. Key elements of the proposal are:

Increases the youth discount from the current 20 percent off the full fare, to 50 percent off the full fare.

Aligned the new 50 percent off “youth fare” with the 50 percent off “senior/disabled fare” – different rounding assumptions in the proposal had resulted in a slight variance in the initial proposal.

Made a minor downward adjustment on the ferry charter rates to reflect updated cost information.

[Submitted by Ann Briggs, WSDOT]

NAS Whidbey Island SAR Conducts Consecutive Missions Over three consecutive days, NAS Whidbey Island’s Search and Rescue (SAR) MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter aircrews safely rescued two hikers and searched for a missing man swept away in the Skagit River.

Around noon on Saturday, July 27, NAS Whidbey’s SAR crew retrieved a 30-year-old man who fell while hiking O’Neil Peak in the Olympic Mountains, and flew him to Fairchild International Airport in Port Angeles where he was transported to Olympic Memorial Hospital.

On Sunday, July 28, the same SAR crew rescued another hiker who fell near Brothers Mountain in the Olympic Mountains and suffered two broken limbs and potential internal injuries. After the crew safely evacuated the injured man they administered medical attention while transporting him to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.

On Monday, July 29, another NAS Whidbey SAR crew responded to a request from the Skagit County Search and Rescue to support an aerial search for an individual swept down the Skagit River. Witnesses at the scene had unsuccessfully attempted to pull the man out of the water then lost sight of him.

Skagit County’s SAR boats and swimmers assisted with the search.

The NAS Whidbey Island SAR crew on Saturday and Sunday were SAR mission commander, Lt.Cmdr. Shane Jones; co-pilot Lt. Matthew

Mangaran; crewchief, Naval Aircrewman Tactical Helicopter (AWR) Chief Richard Andraschko; Helicopter Inland Rescue Aircrewmen (HIRA), Naval Aircrewman Helicopter Second Class (AWS2) Gabriel Rodriguez; and SAR Medical Technician (SMT) Second Class (HM2) Alex Nguyen.

3 Sisters Family Farm is Permanently Protected

The Muzzall Family, owners of 3 Sisters Family Farm, by planning for their future, has kept their farming legacy alive. With the partnership of the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, the family permanently protected their 113-acre North Penn Cove farm located on Scenic Heights Road by selling an agricultural conservation easement to the Land Trust.

The land has been farmed by the Muzzall Family for over 100 years. Now, five generations later, Ron, his wife Shelly, and their three daughters operate the farm together as 3 Sisters Family Farm. The Muzzalls are vested in the land and saw the partnership with the Land Trust and conservation of their farm as a natural fit.

“This land has been in my family for over 100 years and I’ll be proud to pass it on to my daughters one day,” explained Ron Muzzall.

“The conservation of the farm and partnership with the Land Trust helps to continue our family legacy. The Land Trust understands there isn’t farmland without farmers.”

From grass-fed beef, to all natural hogs, to freerange eggs and turkey – everything the family-run business produces supplies local and state-wide grocery stores, internet and farm stand sales, as well as the recently opened 3 Sisters Market, located off Highway 20 between Coupeville and Oak Harbor. The permanent protection of the Farm helps to ensure these locally-raised goods will be enjoyed by residents, visitors and local food enthusiasts for many more centuries to come.

The Farm’s fertile soils will remain undeveloped and available for local farming – forever. The Farm also offers significant habitat benefits. Its open fields, wood lots, ponds and wet areas attract many wildlife species, including breeding, wintering, and foraging habitat for at least nine different raptor species.

Conservation and sustainable practices have always been at the forefront of the family’s values. 3 Sisters Family Farm animals are fed exclusively from crops raised by the Muzzalls on Whidbey Island. Crops grown successfully on the farm and leased lands include barley, wheat, corn, alfalfa, green peas, cabbage seed, squash and coriander for seed.

Conservation of the property was made possible with funding from the Island County Conservation Futures Fund, and two farmland grants from the U.S. Natural Resources Conservation Service and the WA Wildlife and Recreation Program (administered by the WA Recreation and Conservation Office).

The Whidbey Camano Land Trust is a nonprofit grassroots organization that partners with local landowners and the broader community to protect the Islands’ most important natural

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[Submitted by Janelle Castro, Whidbey Camano Land Trust]

New Organization Kick-off Party: Friends of South Whidbey State Park For nearly four decades, from Coupeville south, people have had a special relationship with South Whidbey State Park. Now everyone has a new opportunity: to become a Friend of South Whidbey State Park.

Locally operated. and August 31 - September 2. This free, selfguided tour features 30 working studios with 31 artists. Over the Labor Day weekend, the tour runs concurrently with the Oak Harbor Music Festival.

Print brochures will be available at island visitor centers and B & B’s, and many other venues both on the island and around Puget Sound.

For more information, please visit www.WhidbeyWorkingArtists.com.

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SVC Selects Brock Veltri as Men’s Basketball Coach and Cooperative Education Coordinator

Contest Photographers are encouraged to submit their photos depicting events or scenes that reflect the “Spirit of Whidbey” for a new 2014 calendar. Judges will not be looking for the usual landmark photos, but will be looking for pictures of scenes showing what draws people to this beautiful area. This may be a place or an event.

Photos selected will be incorporated into a fullsized, color calendar. Proceeds of calendar sales will go to the on-going cancer care program at Whidbey General Hospital. Photo credits will be given for pictures to be used.

Skagit Valley College (SVC) announced the selection of Brock Veltri as Men’s Basketball Coach and Cooperative Education Coordinator.

Currently, he is the Assistant Basketball Coach for Carroll College in Helena, Montana. He will begin work at SVC in August.

The planning committee is eager to welcome ideas, energy and talents from all ages. Peter Herzog, partnerships and planning program manager at Washington State Parks, will address the opportunities that Friends of South Whidbey State Parks will open up and Park Manager Jon Crimmins and Fletcher Davis, interim president of the organization, will explain how the community partnership works.

In addition to his coaching duties, Veltri will manage SVC’s Cooperative Education and Learning Into Action programs and assist students in meeting their work-based learning requirement for an Associate in Technical Arts degree. He will also work with employers in providing student placement opportunities and monitoring and assessing student performance in their Cooperative Education experience.

Budget cutbacks by the Washington State Legislature have drastically reduced the funding available to State Parks and voluntary fees have not raised as much as hoped, resulting in park closures, staff layoffs and maintenance cuts.

“I am very humbled and excited to be leading the SVC Men’s Basketball program,” said Veltri.

“I am also looking forward to helping students gain important job skills in my role as Cooperative Education Coordinator.”

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“South Whidbey State Park has always been a place that both the parks and recreation commission and the local community have considered special — and essential to preserve and protect. This partnership solidifies that connection,” said Jon Crimmins, area manager for Central Whidbey State Parks.

“Brock Veltri will make a big contribution to basketball at SVC and he will inherit a solid program,” said Gary Knutzen, SVC’s Athletic Director. “We owe a debt of gratitude to Dick Freier, who generously stepped forward to coach the team so that our program didn’t miss a beat during the past year. I especially appreciate the energy and dedication he gave to recruiting players and strengthening the program.” Freier, who served as Assistant Coach for Roger Valentine for 19 years, served as interim Men’s Basketball Coach during the 2012-13 season, following Valentine’s retirement.

The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners consists of 5 community members and 1 resident member. The Board of County Commissioners appoints Housing Authority Board of Commissioner members for 5 year terms. Resident commissioner terms are for two years.

[Submitted by Sue Ellen White]

Farmers Insurance Donates 2,500 to IDIPIC Farmers Insurance and its local office Richard Voit Agency recently donated $2,500 to the Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County.

The donation will help to sponsor several DUI prevention panels at NAS Whidbey Island in the coming year as well as help fund IDIPIC’s work with driver’s education students.

“By early next year IDIPIC will have reached our 5,000th driver’s education student and over 13,000 sailors at NAS Whidbey Island. We couldn’t do it without the great support of so many local businesses like Farmers Insurance,” said IDIPIC director JoAnn Hellmann.

Farmers Insurance has long been a supporter of DUI prevention. Thomas Leavey, one of the founders of Farmers Insurance lost his daughter to an impaired driver.

Besides DUI impact panels, IDIPIC offers comprehensive safety classes to educate youth about the dangers of underage drinking, other drug use and ultimately driving under the influence. Classes range from elementary to high school and beyond.

IDIPIC is a 501c3 nonprofit established in 2000 by concerned individuals dedicated to the mission to deter driving under the influence and underage drinking in our communities through education and awareness.

Since it began, over 26,000 have attended IDIPIC’s DUI/Underage Drinking prevention panels held in Oak Harbor, Freeland and NAS Whidbey. People have found the panels surprisingly entertaining and memorable. They are open to the public at no charge, and provide both “head” and “heart” knowledge that can benefit all drivers.

For more information on IDIPIC, its programs or to volunteer, please visit www.idipic.org.

[Submitted by JoAnn Hellmann, Director, IDIPIC]

Whidbey Working Artists Present Annual Summer Studio Tour The Whidbey Working Artists’ Annual Summer Studio Tour will be held from 10:00am to 5:00pm for two consecutive weekends, August 24 - 25

Freier will return to the Cardinals as an Assistant Coach next season. “Our returning players gained valuable experience last year and have worked hard since the season ended,” he said.

“Add to that a talented recruiting class and our fans should be in for an exciting season. I look forward to working with Brock to help assure a smooth transition.”

Veltri has been at Carroll College, located in Helena, Montana, for four years. During his time there, the Saints won the 2010 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Frontier Conference Championship and advanced to the Sweet 16 at the National Tournament that year. Prior to his work in Montana, Veltri served five seasons as the head assistant coach on the Seattle Pacific University (SPU) staff, an NCAA division-II institution.

While there, the Falcons won two Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) titles and reached the National Collegiate Athletic Association NCAA D-II Final Four in 2006. Coach Veltri served as SPU’s head recruiting coordinator, oversaw in-season scouting of opponents, skill development and scheduling and travel for the Falcons. He is entering his 13th coaching season including 11 years at the college level.

Post Office Box 5000, Coupeville, WA 98239.

The fax number is (360)679-7381 and email applications should be sent to pamd@co.island. wa.us. Application materials should be received no later than 4:30pm on Monday, September 9, 2013. For additional information please phone (360)679-7353 or e-mail Pam Dill at the above address. A complete position description is available upon request.

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Local Business News Matt Fikse Earns Graduated Gemologist Degree from GIA

Participating photographers are requested to email the following to editor@whidbeyweekly. com

The new non-profit’s kick-off is Monday, August 19, 7:00pm, at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in Freeland (5217 S. Honeymoon Bay Road) featuring refreshments, giveaways and opportunities to get in on the ground floor in helping preserve and enhance the park.

For more information, email foswsp@gmail.com or find Friends of South Whidbey State Parks on Facebook.

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A description of where the picture was taken.

A few words explaining how your photo relates to the “Spirit of Whidbey.”

Your name and contact information.

Please note: Deadline for all submissions is Saturday, August 31. Winners will be notified by email. Unselected photos will not be used for any other purposes. For more information, please call (360)675-4201.

[Submitted by Helen Bates] The Island County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to fill a term on the Island County Housing Authority Board that expires on December 6, 2017.

The mission/purpose of the Housing Authority is to promote adequate and affordable housing, economic opportunity and a suitable living environment free from discrimination; to serve the citizens of Island County by assisting low-income households with safe, decent and affordable housing opportunities as they strive to achieve self-sufficiency and improve the quality of their lives and by forming effective partnerships to maximize social and economic opportunities for low-income households to assist them in achieving self-sufficiency. The mission shall be accomplished by a fiscally responsible, creative organization committed to excellence in public service.

The Board customarily meets monthly for up to 2 hours at a time. Regular meetings are scheduled on the second Tuesday of each month except in December, from 10:00am to 12:00 noon and are subject to rescheduling as needed. In December, an annual meeting is held at 10:00am on the first Tuesday of the month.

The annual meeting includes presentations of the annual report for the prior fiscal year and election of Board officers for the coming year.

Interested individuals should provide a letter of interest and statement of qualifications by mail, email or fax to: Island County Board of Commissioners, Attn: Pam Dill, Re: Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Vacancy,

The Family and Staff of Gerald’s Diamond Jewelers in Oak Harbor are very proud to present Matt Fikse, 2013 Graduate Gemologist of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). After nearly a year of intense study, Matt returned home from California-based GIA with his Graduate Gemologist Diploma.

Grandson of Gerald and Janet Fikse, founders of Gerald’s Jewelry in 1958, and son of Dave and Jane, owners of Gerald’s, Matt is the third generation Jeweler in this long time Oak Harbor family owned business.

The Graduate Gemologist designation is the most prestigious credential in the industry and is instantly recognized by gem and jewelry professionals as a hallmark of accomplishment, credibility, and distinction without parallel in the industry. GIA’s mission is to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science, and professionalism through education, research, laboratory services, and instrument development.

In addition to his Graduate Gemologist diploma, Matt also earned GIA diplomas in “Graduate Diamonds”, “Colored Stones” and “Accredited Jewelry Professional”. “I’m so proud to be a part of what my Grandparents and Parents have built.” said Matt. “It will be an honor to carry on the tradition they have been known and respected for; honesty, integrity, expertise, high quality workmanship, and a high standard of excellence.”

Celebrating 55 years in business, Gerald’s Diamond Jewelers is located in Oak Harbor at 645 NE Midway Boulevard. Open Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:30pm and Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Gerald’s can be reached at (360)675-4500.

Prior to SPU, he was an assistant coach and sports information director for two years at Scottsdale Community College. He began his career as an assistant for his alma mater, Judge Memorial Catholic High School, in Salt Lake City. He spent one season on the staff at Idaho State University while completing his master’s degree in athletic administration.

Coach Veltri is no stranger to the Northwest Association of Community Colleges (NWAACC).

He has been recruiting in the league for the past 12 years. He also played two years as a member of the inaugural basketball team at Peninsula College during the 97-98 and 98-99 seasons as the Pirates reintroduced basketball to their sports program after a 19-year hiatus.

[Submitted by Arden Ainley, SVC Public Information Director]

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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.

Open Mic Night Friday, August 9, 6:00pm-8:00pm Blooms Winery, Langley Blooms Winery Taste for Wine & Art will offer another open mic night for any interested musician who has a song or two to share, or for anyone who wants to come listen to some new talent. For more information, call Scott at (360)969-4285.

Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, August 10, 10:00am-6:00pm Sunday, August 11, 10:00am-5:00pm Various locations, Coupeville Over 200 arts and crafts booths, live music, food, an art show, and much more. Art Gallery opens Aug. 9 at 7 PM Enjoy the Tall Ships in Penn Cove, beer and wine garden, Artists-in-Action, children’s activities. This all-volunteer event has raised over $750,000 for grants and scholarships. For more information, call (360)6785116 or visit www.coupevillefestival.com.

North Whidbey Car Show Saturday, August 10, 9:00am-5:00pm Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor Free Family Fun The North Whidbey Lions Club members are pleased to announce they are hosting this years’ 28th Annual North Whidbey Car Show. For Car Show entry applications, Vendor registration, or more information, please contact: nwcarshow@ yahoo.com. Like us on Facebook: https://www. facebook.com/northwhidbey.carshow

Race the Reserve Saturday, August 10, see times below Coupeville Elementary School, Coupeville Choose either the half marathon, 10K or 5K fitness run/walk. Registration and check-in begins at 6:30am, the half marathon begins at 8:30am, the 10K and 5K begin at 9:00am. Run/ walk Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve.

Proceeds support a safe and sober graduation night celebration for Coupeville High Seniors class of 2014. For registration and information, visit www.racethereserve.com.

6th Annual Bluegrass in the Garden Saturday, August 10, All Day Meerkerk Garden, Greenbank Lose yourself in the rhythms and harmonies offered by some of Whidbey’s favorite bands: 11:00am-11:45am: Free guitar & dobro workshops 12:00pm-1:10pm: Bayview Sound 1:25pm-2:45pm: Blue Smoke 3:00pm-4:10pm: North Country Admission $15. Children 15 and under free.

Dogs on leash welcome. Food and soft drinks available for purchase. For more information, call (360)678-1912 or (360)222-0121, email meerkerk@whidbey.net or www.meerkerkgardens.org.

Auditions: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Youth (6-14), August 10, 1:00pm-4:00pm Adults, August 11, 6:00pm-9:00pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor The Whidbey Playhouse announces Auditions for this amazing musical for all ages! Auditions by appointment only. Audition Prep: 16 bars of song appropriate to style. Bring legible music scored for piano in correct key. No acapella accepted. A two minute monologue (can be a poem) is required. No monologue, no audition. An easy dance step will be taught. For more detailed information, visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com. Audition appointments must be made through the box office (360)679-2237.

Street Dance Saturday, August 10, 6:00pm Mukilteo Coffee Roasters, Langley The Street Dance, presented by Mukilteo Coffee Roasters, will feature the music of The Lost Vuarnets, food, wine, dancing, and silent auction. Tickets, $25, and can be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com. All proceeds benefit the South Whidbey Children’s Center.

Lions Club Produce Sale August 13 until sold out, 9:00am-6:00pm, Daily Rite Aid Parking Lot, Oak Harbor All sale proceeds support community projects and services. Produce includes: Freestone Red Globe Peaches, Yakima Slicing & Roma Tomatoes, Nectarines & Plums, Walla Walla Onions, Green & Jalapeño Peppers, Cantaloupe, Sunripened produce delivered directly from Eastern Washington.

Sam Abell Lecture Tuesday, August 13, 7:00pm Coupeville Recreation Hall, Coupeville Renowned National Geographic photographer Sam Abell will present a free lecture and presentation at the Coupeville Rec Hall.

The event is presented by the Pacific Northwest Art School. After a 31-year as a National Geographic photographer, Abell will share his unique perspective and philosophy on photography. Admission is free and open to the public.

For information, call (360)678-3396.

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practice and avoid summer reading slump. Prereaders and independent readers are welcome.

Caregiver required.

Are You Allergic to Foods? Find Out! Thursday, August 8, 6:30pm Clinton Community Hall, Clinton Do you complain of joint pain, insomnia, fatigue, headaches, and/or digestive problems? Does it ever feel like food might be your enemy? If so, you might be experiencing reactions to the foods that you eat every day. Barb Schiltz, RN, CN, has been working with the nutritional needs of patients with food sensitivities for over 20 years. She is the co-author of “The Ultimate Metabolism Diet.” Come hear Barb describe how to uncover what foods you might be reacting to.

A Celebration of Readers with Mayor Dudley Tuesday, August 13, 2:00pm Oak Harbor Library, Oak Harbor Mayor Scott Dudley will read a story and celebrate Summer Reading with the families of Oak Harbor. Bring your camera! Refreshments provided by Friends of the Oak Harbor Library.

Oak Harbor Fire Department Visits the Library Tuesday, August 13, 3:00pm Oak Harbor Library, Oak Harbor Climb aboard the OHFD fire truck and learn fire safety. Fun for everyone! Bring a camera!

Wednesday, August 14, 6:00pm-8:00pm Bayview Cash Store, Langley

Summer Reading Finale: “Thumbelina” Wednesday, August 14, 1:00pm Coupeville Library, Coupeville

Deja Blooze plays a lively mix of blues standards and original songs rooted in the blues tradition.

Thursday, August 15, 1:00pm & 3:00pm Oak Harbor Library, Oak Harbor

Held rain or shine, this family-friendly event features music that is appealing to all ages.

Admission is free, with a charge for food and beverages. You are welcome to bring picnic dinners to eat on the grounds. For more information visit www.goosefoot.org or call (360)321-4145.

Immerse yourself in the world of Thumbelina’s adventures, presented by Oregon Shadow Theatre. Encounter frogs, beetles, birds, mice and a mysterious underground mole in this musical retelling of the traditional tale. For school-aged children with caregivers.

Whidbey Island Area Fair Thursday, August 15, 9:30am-10:00pm Friday, August 16, 9:30am-10:30pm Saturday, August 17, 9:30am-10:30pm Sunday, August 18, 9:30am-7:00pm Island County Fairgrounds, Langley “Blossom to Awesome” is this year’s theme for the Whidbey Island Area Fair (formerly Island County Fair). Enjoy an old-fashioned fair! For more information, visit www.whidbeyislandfair.com.

Coupeville Lions Club Blood Drive Thursday, August 15, 11:00am-5:00pm Coupeville United Methodist Church, Coupeville

DIY Explorers Club: Do It Yourself...

Together!

Saturday, August 19, 2:00pm-4:00pm Oak Harbor Library, Oak Harbor Students ages 8-12 with an adult discover the joy of creating together. Use the library i-Pad to record your work. Make a project to take home and become inspired to try more! August’s program: Astronomy! Island County Astronomical Society will help us explore our universe.

Make a telescope to take home. Space is limited; please preregister.

Religious Services Quench

Living Circle is a welcoming spiritual community of friends on the path sharing music, prayers, blessings, stories, and more. They invite you to share your spirit with them. Their building is located next to Big Brothers and Big Sisters. For more information, call (360)320-2081, email alivingcircle@gmail.com, or visit livingcircle. webs.com.

Oneness Blessings Every Monday, 4:00pm-5:00pm Oak Harbor A hands-on process of awakening the human being to its natural state by sending energy to the physical brain via a Oneness Blessings Giver.

Come experience peace, healing & joy for yourself. Contact Netsah at (360)675-3420 for more information.

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

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

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

Whidbey Quakers Sundays, 4:00pm-5:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland Whidbey Islands Friends Meeting (also known as Quakers) meet in silent worship and community, with occasional spoken messages, every Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist building.

For more information, contact Tom Ewell at tewell@whidbey.com or go to www.whidbeyquakers.org .

First Church of Christ, Scientist Worship, 10:00am Sunday School to age 20, 10:00am Wednesday Testimony Meeting, 7:30pm Christian Science Reading Room Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 11:00am-3:00pm Wednesday 3:00pm-7:00pm The church and Reading Room are located at 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, Oak Harbor. Call (360)675-0621 or visit JSH-Online.com.

Restaurant Activities Flyers Restaurant & Brewery, Oak Harbor

Friday, August 9, 7:00pm Whidbey Evangelical Free Church, Greenbank

Happy Hour Daily 2:00pm-6:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm-close

Quench is a fun way to make new friends.

Come to enjoy a time of worship, good food and learn something new as we participate in one of 3 breakouts: Adventures in Cooking, Crafting or Exercise for Everyone! So grab a friend and join the fun. For more information, call (360)222-3211 or email wefc@whidbey.com.

Brewer’s Nights Last Thursday of Month, 6:00pm-9:00pm Special prizes and giveaways. Live Music.

Dig Into Books with Your Oak Harbor Teachers Mondays, thru August 12, 5:30pm Oak Harbor Library, Oak Harbor

Filipino Christian Fellowship

Galleries and Art Shows

Join us for an evening of stories as teachers from Broad View Elementary read their favorite books at the library. Come say hi to teachers you know or meet someone new.

Healing Room

One pint of blood can save 3 lives and they have helped save hundreds of lives in community hospitals throughout Western Washington.

Walk-ins welcome. To schedule an appointment e-mail DonorSched@psbc.org. For more information, call Paddy Roberts (360)678-8746 or Sue Hartin (503)789-3595.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free

Books with Bubba Fridays, thru August 16, 3:00pm-4:30pm Coupeville Library, Coupeville Read aloud to Bubba or Carlie, patient canine listeners. Reading aloud improves children’s reading skills and confidence, and reading to a therapy dog is a fun way to encourage reading

Sunday School, 1:00pm; Worship Service, 2:00pm Church on the Rock, Oak Harbor Pastor Jansen Onggao Every Thursday, 6:30pm-8:30pm 5200 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland The Healing Room is open to anyone desiring personal prayer for physical, emotional, or spiritual needs. They are a team of Christians from several area churches that are dedicated to praying for healing the sick in our community.

For more information, contact Gert at (360)3315515, e-mail healingwhidbey@live.com or visit www.healingrooms.com.

Prima Bistro, Langley Restaurant Industry Discount Mondays 20% off when food handlers or alcohol serve permit presented.

Art Gallery Opening and Wine Reception Friday, August 9, 7:00pm-10:00pm Coupeville Recreation Hall, Coupeville The Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival will start the weekend with the Art Gallery Opening and Wine Reception at the Coupeville Recreation Hall. Art (and the artists) of all mediums will be on display and the winners announced that evening. Guests may choose from a selection of wines provided by bayleaf. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door, price includes a commemorative logo wine glass. Tickets are available at Lind’s Pharmacy, Coupeville; Red

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LoCALLy ownEd. Apple, PNWAS, Coupeville Chamber, Coupeville Coffee and Bistro. The gallery will be open though the Festival, 10:00am to 6:00pm, Saturday and 10:00am to 4:00pm, Sunday.

Featured Artists: Nancy Anderson & Travis Kuehn Through August Whidbey Art Gallery, Langley The gallery will feature oils by member Nancy Anderson and sculpture by guest artist Travis Kuehn. See work by these and other artist members through August.

Featured Artists: Phyllis Drummond & Judy Skinner Through August Christopher’s Restaurant, Coupeville Both artists work in watercolor and pastels.

Phyllis loves to capture the emotion and personality in portraits. Judy seeks out local scenes that have deep shadows playing the light against the dark.

Artworks Gallery Features Artist Barbara Mearing.

Through August Greenbank Farm, Greenbank Barbara Mearing’s work includes miniature to medium size paintings in oils, acrylics, pastels and colored pencils. Barbara looks for extraordinary moments in light, spots of color, pattern and texture, pleasing shapes and lines which she can incorporate into her compositions.

Other art on exhibit at the gallery include paintings in oil, watercolor, colored pencil, acrylic, and pastel; handcrafted jewelry, color and black & white photography, fiber arts, metal sculpture and garden art, pottery, raku and fused glass.

For more information, visit artworkswhidbey. com or call (360)222-3010.

Mermaids and Moons!

Through August 31 The Queen’s Buns, Bayview Featuring the artwork of Karen Champion.

Karen works with clay creating mermaids, moons and driftwood spirits inspired by our beautiful Whidbey Island shores.

Featured Artists: Travis Kuehn and Nancy Anderson Through August 31 Whidbey Aret Gallery, Langley The Whidbey Art Gallery will feature oils by Nancy Anderson and sculpture by Travis Kuehn.

See work by these and other artist members through August. Take time to enjoy our outdoor sculpture display along Frick Lane.

Meetings and Organizations Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, August 20, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor The theme for August is Photographers Choice.

You may submit up to 3 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 or visit www.whidbeyislandcameraclub.com.

For more Meetings and Organizations, visit www.whidbeylocal.com.

Classes, Seminars and Workshops Dan’s Classic Ballroom & Moonlight Dance Cruises Featured on The Price is Right, March 2012 & 2013 See website for schedules/fees www.dansclassicballroom.com (360)720-2727. Group & Private Lessons, Adults, Teens, Children, Wedding Dances, Special Events/Parties Offering classes in: Smooth Dances: Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango Latin & Rhythm: EC Swing, WC Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba, Mambo, Merengue, Bolero, Samba

LoCALLy oPErAtEd. Club Dances: Salsa, Night Club 2-step, Hustle, Bachata We also do Dance Cruise Vacations to Alaska, the Mexican Rivera, Alaska, New England & Hawaii. Please see our other website at: www.MoonlightDanceCruises.com for details.

Getting Ready for Medicare Seminar Monday, August 12, 10:30am-1:00pm Freeland Library, Freeland The SHIBA volunteers of Islands South will present a seminar entitled Getting Ready for Medicare. This seminar is designed for people who will be going on Medicare in the next 6 months or who would like more information about Medicare. Information will be provided on the “basic” Medicare benefits as well as the options for additional insurance(s) for 2013. It will cover the differences between “Medigap” or supplemental insurance as well as the various Advantage plans available on Whidbey Island.

Information will be provided about the various drug plan options. If you want help with your drug plan, bring a detailed list of your drugs.

Counselors will be available for brief questions after the seminar. SHIBA volunteers work under the guidance of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel Thursday, August 15, 6:45pm Hayes Hall, Room 137, SVC, Oak Harbor Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and parents. For more information, call (360)672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org.

AARP Driving Class Saturday August 17, 9:00am-4:00pm Bayview Senior Center, Langley Cost: $12 AARP members, $14 non-members Porter Whidbey Insurance of Freeland is sponsoring the one day class which covers rules of the road, challenging road conditions, and normal age-related physical changes that affect driving. Focus on older drivers. Check with your Insurancefor discounts. . Must register at Bayview Senior Center. For more information, call (360)678-3373 or (360)331-1600. Please bring a lunch. Instructor: Karen Bishop

Digging for Dinner Tuesday, August 20, 9:00am Double Bluff Park, Freeland Discover how to forage for a delicious dinner in an environmentally-friendly way. Bring your shovel, bucket, boots, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, and shellfish license and join the fun.

For details and directions, visit http://county. wsu.edu/island/nrs/beachwatchers/Documents/ Digging%20for%20Dinner.2013.Draft%20 poster%205-2-13.pdf or contact the WSU extension office at stinger.anderson@wsu.edu or (360)240-5558.

Hunter Sight In Day Sunday, August 25, 9:00am-2:00pm CWSA, Coupeville The CWSA range will be open to non members on the above dates/times. Range fees will be $5 per firearm for adults, $2 per firearm under 14 years (fees waived for active duty military).

CWSA will provide 1 (one) target. Shooters may bring their own paper targets. Additional targets will be $1.00 each. Targets will be set at 25, 50, 100, and 200 yds. The firing line is covered, shooting benches, rests and spotter assistance will be available. For further info contact John Jeffries, jeffkath@comcast.net, (360)675-3054.

Hunter Education Classes August 28–31, September 4-7, September 18-21 CWSA, Coupeville Hunter education classes consist of four sessions. Course times are available at www. cwsaonline.org, click the calendar link. For more information and/or to pre-register, please call the hunter education course instructors, Sam Weatherford at (360)914-0354 or John Boling at (360)969-2440. Online registration for these classes is also required by the state of Washington at http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting.

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Everyone wants to know how they got their distinctive T-shirts, so when asked, two Oak Harbor women share a sly smile and say, “We volunteer at Woodland Park Zoo.” Actually, they prefer to be called “ambassadors.”

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Lynn Moore and Kimberly Martin left their high pressure jobs and made good on their desire to shift gears and go into an entirely different direction. Now instead of giving a report at a department head meeting, Kim might help guests feed a giraffe and Lynn can discuss the Species Sustainment Program zoos around the world. “We are there to enhance the experience,” she said.

Michelle Martin Brown, Kim’s daughter, worked as a paid employee of the zoo until recently when she also changed lanes for a new occupation: nursing. Michelle coordinated educational outreach to Washington schools.

Lynn and Kim trained together in April. Lynn retired from managing the Navy Exchange and Kim retired as Public Affairs Officer at NAS Whidbey Island last year.

The zoo has about 750 volunteers and trains about 150 new volunteers each year.

The women learned policy and procedures, how to find their way around and spent two days with a mentor before receiving the coveted T-shirt and name tag making them official. A commitment of 72 hours per year is easily managed, they agreed.

They feel fortunate to be learning about geography, animal husbandry and even a bit about the political situation in New Guinea. The zoo houses some charming tree kangaroos from there. Its people are very poor and grow coffee, but when cutting back the plants too vigorously yielded a scant crop the next growing season, a Seattle company stepped in and taught them how to cut the bushes correctly and is now buying its coffee from them.

Lynn learned the orangutan is her mentor’s favorite animal and watched as one pulled a burlap remnant up to where he sat. The clever orangutan used the burlap to shield himself from the sun’s hot rays. Lynn cautioned, however, a more curious animal may want to look at your ears.

Did you know the Humboldt penguin keepers name their birds, giving them Spanish names, such as Salvatore? Or that the marsh water in the exhibit is recirculated through a nearby wetland to keep it clean and at the same temperature as the Humboldt’s native land along the coast of Peru and Chile.

The women said the training was the best part, that it gave them something new to learn. It has been a positive experience for them both. “You just don’t have a bad day at the zoo,” declared Kim. The women acknowledge it’s a long commute for one day a week, but they shop and have dinner on the way home, so it’s an event to be enjoyed. Most volunteers live in the Woodland Park area.

There are many volunteer jobs that need doing and it’s up to the individual how far they want to go. With four new lion cubs, three baby jaguars, two new sloth bears and surprise baby porcupette, there’s always something new on “animal watch.” Olivia, one of two female giraffes on the African savanna, has them on pins and needles as her baby is due any day.

Volunteer jobs in horticulture are also a possibility. If you love rose gardens, why not

put in your request to work there? Admission to the zoo is $18.75 for adults, $11.75 per child. Add $5 if you want to feed the giraffes.

There is so much more to learn and it’s all at www.zoo.org.

Farming forever Last week, the Muzzalls of Scenic Heights Road learned their 113-acre family farm on North Penn Cove is protected for the future with a conservation easement.

The farm changed its name not long ago to 3 Sisters Family Farm. Ron and Shelly, parents of three daughters, can thank his grandfather who moved to Whidbey Island over 100 years ago and bought the rich farmland on North Penn Cove.

Conservation of the property was made possible with funding from the Island County Conservation Futures Fund, a farmland grant from the U.S. Natural Resources Conservation Service and a farmland grant from the WA Wildlife and Recreation Program. A press release promises, “The fertile soil will remain undeveloped and available for farming forever, and the open fields, woodlots and wetlands on the property will continue to attract loads of wildlife and at least nine different raptor species.”

The business sells everything they produce, from grass-fed beef to all-natural hogs, to free-range eggs and turkey at the newlyopened 3 Sisters Market located on Hwy. 20 at Humboldt Road.

Learn more about 3 Sisters Family Farm by visiting them at www.3sistersbeef.com, or call (360) 675-2136.

Lori and Emma are here Next Thursday, when you pull up to the Farmers Market on Hwy. 20 north of Oak Harbor, you will probably notice the scent of lavender in the air, thanks to the delightful Hummingbird Farm Nursery and Garden.

If you haven’t visited lately, there are many discoveries in the gift shop waiting for you, not to mention robustly healthy plants in the nursery.

Lori Spears and her daughter Emma are season vendors for the first time this year.

“We’ve been busy harvesting our lavender and making lavender wands, wreaths and sachets to sell at our booth,” said Lori. “We also have some of Lee’s wood garden projects available for purchase: trugs, gathering baskets, tool caddies, birdhouses and bird feeders.”

Flower stakes missing from your garden?

The ladies show their imagination and creativity using china and glass plates.

Stop by Thursday afternoons, stroll through the market and shop for great fresh, local produce. Call Hummingbird Farm Nursery and Garden at 679-5044.

Power of One Lynn Moore, mentioned above in the Woodland Park Zoo story, retired with 38 years of service to the Navy Exchange system. She can thank the woman who long ago gave her the best advice of her lifetime.

“I saw her recently and she looked familiar,” said Lynn. “We met 25 years ago in San Diego’s Human Resources Office. Her name is Brendolyn Williams and it was she who signed me up for the retirement plan.”

Lynn will thank her for the rest of her life.

Of note, Williams is mother-in-law to current NAS Whidbey XO, Capt. Chris Phillips.

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LoCALLy oPErAtEd. clinging to old truths. Let go all your ideas about right and wrong. Celebrate the diversity.

Laugh at what you can. Let the rest go. That is your path in life.

For help with this, please visit the website of Byron Katie at thework.org.

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By Wesley Hallock Dear Astrologer Greetings and Warm Salutations!

I really don’t know where to begin.

I am a tangled mess. I felt like I had gotten to a point where I thought I had my bearings on who I was and where things were at. Today, I can tell you, I have no idea what’s going on with my path, my chart, or what I can do to make sense of it. Sure, I have my day to day life with the family I have forged. But I need some clarity.

Why do I feel as if everything has always been spiraling outside of my control, despite any attempts or approaches I might try?

It is as if I am doomed to try to make sense of something that has none.

My brother called to say my mother, my grandmother and he need a place to stay. What happened astrologically that she is haunting me through my half-brother now? I want my grandmother here but not my mother.

Please help. If you can suggest help for my Saturn placement, perhaps all would be made clear to me. ANY help would be appreciated.

Nothing seems very clear at the moment. But maybe I’m over-complicating it all.

My data: March 21, 19--, at 10:04 PM in (city and state). My husband of ten years March 25, 19--, in (city and state). My mother (irrevocably estranged it seems) March 22, 19--, (city and state). My father passed at the early age of 41 and was a mess. November 10, 19--, (no further info)

I am fast approaching the milestone (mill stone?) of 65 and don’t know what to do next. I desperately need a change that will revitalize my life force, but I don’t know what to do. Nothing really calls me enough to invest in making it happen.

As a younger woman I had to forgo my artistic passions to meet the needs of my family. I lost my job to the recession three years ago, and I can’t get going again. Mostly, I am tired of trying to create every single day from scratch as I have done for forty years.

Sometimes I think it is time for me to die. I keep searching for venues that will connect me to people and provide some income, but everything feels like a dead end.

What do the stars say? Is it time for me to die?

Why do I keep thinking about giving up?

January 1, 19--, at 1:00 AM in (city and state) Melancholy Dear Melancholy You possess a great gift, a dual quality, of which the world stands in urgent need. The gift is your Shravana Moon, aptly called “The Star of Learning.” Shravana’s symbol is an ear, signifying that you are both a good listener and a person of knowledge to whom the wise person will lend their ear.

Nothing really calls you, because of Pluto’s advance across your Sun. Pluto is the agent of change in the alchemical sense. You are undergoing a literal transmutation to a higher level of being. The every-where dead ends that you reject are the old ways that no longer satisfy, because your eyes are being readied to see what few can imagine.

Nothing revitalizes like a stimulated imagination: Investigate the TED Talks on your computer. You will find many who share your disillusion and are moving to do something about it. They are asking you to join them.

Thank you for your time and help!

It is not time for you die. No. The world needs you. It is time for you to live, in a way you have never lived before. Remember your gift. Use it, and don’t be in a hurry. You have a much useful life to live.

Fed Up With Saturn as My Stand-in Adoptive Parent,

Dear Astrologer

Saturn’s Fair-Haired Step-Child Dear Fair-Haired Mr. Saturn has burdened you like Genghis Khan’s overworked yak since 2005, it is true.

But times have changed. Saturn, currently, due to his placement in Scorpio, is going out of his way to be kind to you. Should you find a mint on your pillow, Saturn likely put it there.

If you are a tangled mess, look not to Saturn for the reason: Look to Uranus.

Uranus is the planetary wildcard. The firecracker in the hen house. The tin can tied to the cat’s tail. Uranus at your birth was rising, meaning that, if your mother is estranged, fair child, it is because she’s been unable to reconcile with your unpredictable nature.

Your parents clashed with you around your intensity. You protested their every attempt to give you direction. They criticized you for being critical (!). You gleefully rubbed their noses in their hypocrisy. I am in no way defending your parents’ views, nor am I taking fault with yours. Your life path calls for you to identify your many rigid philosophies and beliefs, and then release them. In a roundabout way, thus, your parents have been your greatest allies.

Uncontrollable change as part of the release process has always been with you, due to your Sun, Venus and Mercury sharing a house with Ketu. Life is now ‘spiraling out of control,’ as you said, because Uranus is transiting over those four planets, accelerating the pace. This continues until Uranus moves into Taurus in 2018.

You are learning that you can find peace amid change and uncertainty. To do this, you stop

What the heck is a Part of Fortune? And while you’re at it, what’s wrong with mine? I’m assuming ‘fortune’ means money, something I never have enough of. March 31, 19--, at 5:59 AM in (city and state) Broke Until Payday (Again) Dear Broke The Part of Fortune comes from medieval astrology and describes the path by which one most readily advances in life. I have not used it much. I use an older Persian calculation, called artha saham, to answer questions about money.

Alas, neither the Part of Fortune nor the saham tells a person how to make money. They only tell how likely one is to acquire it, and with what difficulty. Also, there seems to be a noreturn policy on defective sahams and Parts.

The failure rate is high, currently (witness the problems on Wall Street), prompting the hope for a better design, or at least a factory recall of the old one.

Your own artha saham implies that when you finish this page, you might want to turn to the classifieds and peruse the jobs. You’re going to need one.

Nine out of ten people can’t answer the question, “Are your sleepless nights sleepless because the sky is falling, or because Saturn is doing the Watusi with your Moon, again?”

Don’t be one of them. Send your questions, along with your date, TIME and place of birth (as listed on your birth certificate) to Wesley at whallock@gmail.com. It’s fun and it’s free.

You’ll also sleep better.

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FRIDAY, July 26 6:20am, SR 20 Subject was in the store “giving caller a hard time” about returning cigarettes.

Caller very excitable. No threats or contact made.

10:01am, NE Izett St. Reporting female running around with no clothes on. Approx. in 30’s. Caller advising she’s been out last few days yelling/ screaming & wandering but now completely nude.

10:35am, SW 4th Ave. Caller requesting contact referencing harassing phone calls from a promotional group. Caller has told them multiple times to stop calling and they just yell “F*** You” and hang up.

acRoss 1. Refuse 6. South African village 10. “How ___ Mehta Got Kissed, Got Wild, and Got a Life” (Kaavya Viswanathan novel in the news) 14. Before the due date 15. Hip bones 16. Catch, in a way 17. Skin swelling from insect bite 18. Not yet final, at law 19. “___ and the King of Siam” 20. Governments controlled by the wealthy 23. Expel from law practice 26. Traction aid 27. Occupancies 32. Fruit drupes, as on blackberries 33. Endured 34. Caroled 35. Lacks, briefly 36. Handle roughly 40. Blender button 41. Mrs. Bush 42. From the U.S. to England 45. Basket material

47. Extreme stupidity 48. Having a 3D effect 53. Beer buy 54. Abstruse 55. Care for 59. “Tosca” tune 60. Bell the cat 61. Vineyard fruit 62. Cleave 63. Coaster 64. Calyx part doWn 1. Drops on blades 2. “Go team!”

3. Bauxite, e.g.

4. ___ in the middle (2 wds) 5. Course of study outline (pl.)

6. Effort 7. Assortment 8. Reduced instruction set computer (acronym) 9. Au ___ 10. Cassandra, e.g.

11. Racehorses 12. Breathing problem 13. Minimal 21. Altdorf is its capital 22. Battery contents 23. “Buenos ___”

24. Ancient Andean 25. Climb 28. Ivan and Nicholas 29. Baffled (2 wds) 30. Fair-sized musical group 31. Bunk 35. Barbarian 36. Beauty treatment for nails 37. Mercury, for one 38. Gout-causing ___ acid 39. Delicate 40. Reduce, as expenses 41. Cargos 42. Coordinates (2 wds) 43. Look at printed material a second time 44. Back talk 45. Academy Award 46. Gawk 49. “What are the ___?”

50. Close, as an envelope 51. Wrap in a shroud 52. Kind of column (hyphenated) 56. 50 Cent piece 57. Marienbad, for one 58. Moray, e.g. answers on page 15

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3:15pm, SE Jerome St. Reporting 8, 10 and 12-year-old refusing to listen to their grandparents and get into the van. Requesting assistance from law enforcement.

6:40pm, NE Halyard Ln. Trying to prevent caller from leaving. Caller advising of 4 guns in the residence. No one is armed. Has been using marijuana today.

Watching caller from the porch.

10:08pm, SE Midway Blvd.

Caller reporting an hour ago, she saw a female crouched down behind another female and was poking her with 2 broom handles. Behind the tattoo shop. Caller unable to describe the females other than one had dark hair and clothing.

SATURDAY, July 27 1:02am, SR 20 Caller advising someone walked past his window a few minutes ago. Caller said he thinks they were tapping his phone. Caller then started tapping his phone and laughing. Now saying he is joking about the phone tapping.

10:49am, NW Heller St. Caller requesting call. Advising she was stopped and arrested July 8 at location.

Vehicle was left there. Boyfriend was released before her & picked up her car.

Caller wanting to report it stolen.

1:41pm, SW 24th Ave. Reporting loud music and party with white tents set up. Caller asked them to turn it down but it’s still very loud.

3:40pm, SW 24th Ave. Loud music coming from location.

5:04pm, SW 24th Ave. Caller advising home on 24th is having a large party. Caller states there are subjects who are urinating in the woods. Caller states it is now evening and this has been going on for some time.

11:28pm, SE Pioneer Way Caller reporting white male with beard, homeless, blue & white jacket, walking on Pioneer southbound. Subject was “molesting” a trash can and harassing patrons.

SUNDAY, July 28 12:53am, SR 20 Caller reporting homeless subject threw a rock at him and is cussing him out. Currently in front.

8:50am, SE Midway Blvd.

Male with fishing hat on is screaming obscenities at females. White male, backpack, flannel-type plaid shirt, beard.

Walking toward SE Ireland St. 5:02pm, SR 20 Female cussing & yelling. Currently in the

dressing rooms with a whole cart full of items. Refuses to come out. White female, 25-30 years old, 5’-10”, blonde. Last seen wearing pink shirt and blue jeans.

MONDAY, July 29 5:04am, Fireside Ln. Caller advising her garage door keeps going up and down. Thinks someone is trying to break in. Caller doesn’t see anyone outside.

2:33pm, SR 20 Advising 3 minutes ago was at stop light at location and saw a female driver in a white car talking on her phone. When she hung up, caller yelled over to her “thanks for hanging up”. Driver swore at caller.

2:37pm, SR 20 Reporting customer’s complaining of male in wheelchair, panhandling and yelling at them. Caller requesting law enforcement remove subject.

5:30pm, NE 8th Ave. Caller reporting that she rented a car and there appears to be a cat stuck in the engine. Caller cannot see the cat, only hearing it.

5:31pm, SE Bayshore Dr. Caller advising female is throwing things at a male in a silver VW Jetta at location.

Early 20’s, 140, orange bikini and white t-shirt.

9:02pm, SW Barlow st.

Reporting white male in wheelchair in slow lane on highway 20 picking up cigarette butts. States cars are swerving to miss him.

Now in front of Whidbey Coffee, still on highway.

TUESDAY, July 30 3:13pm, SR 20 Transient male, grabbing himself and yelling. White beard, yellowish hair, old black t-shirt.

9:01pm, SW Erie St. Caller witnessed child urinating outside of the store. Now inside the store. Child is currently riding a ride inside the front entrance. 3-year-old male with grandparent.

WEDNESDAY, July 31 9:22am, SE Bayshore Dr. Concerned about baby seagull in stairwell.

Requesting call.

3:55pm, SW 6th Ave. Female on the line ranting and raving about 911, being arrested for identity theft. States she needs to talk. Would not advise why. Stated call taker had been calling and harassing her repeatedly.

6:11pm, SW 3rd Ave. Advising her 2 boys, 8 and 11 years old, are trying to runaway. Currently on SW 3rd Ave. THURSDAY, August 1 2:22am, N Oak Harbor St. Domestic dispute going on at church.

Female in blue Mitsubishi and a male on a bike are arguing.

8:30pm, SE 8th Ave. Caller requesting contact referencing male neighbor who has been looking at her in a threatening way, then spit on the ground like he was trying to send her a message. Caller does not know the name of the male but he lives in units. Ongoing problem.

Report provided by OHPD & Island County Sheriff’s Dept.

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Just enjoyed another fun lunch at the Freeland Café, at the expense of longtime local Bob Moliter.

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Wonders of the West Having been raised in the Midwest and the Deep South, I never cease to be amazed at the wonders of nature west of the western most White Castle.

Last month we took a couple days to journey to Crater Lake, in southern Oregon.

Bob and I first met in the early nineties at the Greenbank Farm when he was the wine guru during Shirley Hendrickson’s tenure as farm manager.

Mark this one on your to-do list or your to-do again list. While Perry Como sings of the bluest skies being in Seattle, there is no doubt the bluest water is in Crater Lake.

Bob had been a principal at Auburn High School for over three decades. One of his best one-liners during that time was in response to a parent’s inquiry as to why her child received an F in one of Bob’s history classes.

Not even the color of a Sky Blue vodka bottle.

“Because here at Auburn High, we don’t give G’s.”

Ballard Lox and Bagels An Arab Sheik was admitted to Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in Minneapolis for heart surgery. Prior to the surgery, the doctors needed to find a supply of his rare blood for a transfusion during the surgery.

However, the blood could not be found locally, so the call went out around the world.

Finally, near Story City, Iowa, a Norwegian gentleman was located who had the right blood type. The Norwegian, whose name was Ole, willingly donated his blood for the Arab.

After the surgery, the Arab sent Ole, as appreciation for giving his blood, a new BMW, a pile of diamonds and several million dollars of South African gold coins.

Many days later, once again the Arab had to go through some corrective surgery. His doctor telephoned Ole who was more than happy to again donate his rare blood.

After the second surgery, the Arab sent Ole a thankyou card and five pounds of lutefisk.

Ole was shocked and disappointed that this time the Arab did not reciprocate with a new car, diamonds, and money.

Ole phoned the Arab and said, ‘I thought dat you vould be yenerous again, and dat you vould give me anudder BMdubleU and diamonds and money.

But you only gave me a tank-you card and some lutefisk!’

Albeit scary stuff in places, the Crater Lake vistas and views were well worth my fear level, which I monitored moment by moment by moving away from the edges of the rim.

I do not know if I will ever see any of those other tourists again, but I sure bet I confused a lot of their summer vacation at Crater Lake pictures by my wearing a herringbone sport coat in 95 degree heat.

I figured if I was going to have a tragic ending to a fun day, I wanted to look nice when they found me at the base of Phantom Island.

Run to the Gun Shop My niece Madison Rose just turned 16. She wanted me to get her any young adult book on aliens or zombies. Walking out of the Ken’s Korner Island Drug after getting her birthday cards, I noticed a gun shop across the hall, right next to Michael Stadler’s Photography Studio.

The last time I was in a gun shop was in Oil City, Pennsylvania, the opening day of deer season in 1963. The schools always closed on the first day of deer season because there would not be any boys in class anyway. Coming from suburban Columbus, Ohio, I was shocked the first time I saw the post-kill, downtown parade of Bambis on front truck bumpers and hoods.

More Politically Correct Ethnic Humor Everyone seems to be in such a hurry to scream “racism” these days, which reminds me of a joke our non-racist minister used to start last Sunday’s service.

I bought Maddie two stickers.

The guy, clearly offended, says, “Yes, I am. But let me ask you something. If I had asked for Italian sausage, would you ask me if I was Italian?

Or if I had asked for German Bratwurst, would you ask me if I was German?

Or if I asked for a kosher hot dog, would you ask me if I was Jewish?

Or if I had asked for a shredded beef taco, would you ask if I was Hispanic?

Or if I asked for a shot of Irish whiskey, would you ask if I was Irish?”

Cautiously, the clerk responded, “No, I probably wouldn’t.”

The customer continued, “I asked for Polish sausage, so why did you ask me if I’m Polish?”

The clerk replied, “Because you’re in Home Depot.”

Tip from the Top Thanks to Joe of the Freeland Post Office for recommending Smucker’s Red Plum Jam to complement one’s peanut butter sandwich. Having been a grape jelly or blackberry jam guy most of my life, it took me awhile to spot the red plum jam on the shelves.

Would it be too corny to say that I may have gone plum crazy?

I sure hope not, as I am now, after all these years of jumbo boxed popcorn at the drive-ins, allergic to corn.

Kidz Komedy Our older brother Lew drove his younger granddaughter Maya from Monterey, Virginia to Staunton, Virginia last week for her first movie going experience.

Maya is six years young, having never seen a cartoon on anything larger than a 24-inch TV screen.

After this first big movie theater adventure, Grandpa Lew asked Maya what she enjoyed most about the movie, Despicable Me 2.

Lisa P. Parker was born March 17, 1960 in Sadol, Pangasinan, Philippines.

She died on July 25, 2013 at her home in Oak Harbor, surrounded by

The 33 mile drive around the rim of the lake is a real challenge if one is cliff conscious. The retired lawyer in me wanted to pass business cards around the viewpoints for those who had not signed their releases.

What would Thumper have thought?

The clerk asks, “Are you Polish?”

LISA P. PARKER, LPN

Or the blue eyes of ‘Ol Blue Eyes.

To this the Arab replied, ‘Ya, but now I haf Norvegian blood in my veins so I gotta tink tvice before I spend my money!’

A customer asked, “In what aisle could I find the Polish sausage?”

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her family.

She attended Far Eastern University in Manila, Philippines and at the age of 17, moved to Guam. Moving from Guam to San Diego, she arrived in Oak Harbor in 1991.

Lisa attended Skagit Valley College and in 1995, received her degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse. For the past 10 years, she has worked as an LPN at Naval Hospital, Oak Harbor.

Lisa’s family and her friends meant everything to her. She had an infectious laugh.

Her love of live was evident in her upbeat, positive attitude despite what life threw at her. Her eyes twinkled when she looked at you. Her thoughts and concerns were always about others before herself. On her sickest day she would ask about how you were doing or your family. She lived to laugh and dance around.

Everyone who met Lisa quickly fell in love with her. Her patients and their family adored her. Her faith in God was so evident, and her acceptance of her illness as His plan was so admirable. Above all things she wanted her family and friends to know her constant appreciation for their love and support during her illness was immeasurable.

Lisa never had a bad thing to say about anybody, she found the good in all. She fought her cancer with amazing grace and acceptance, her positive attitude and constant fight was admired by all.

Lisa is survived by three children, Vanessa Lacerna, Bryant Lacerna and Hallison Ann Parker and by her siblings, Evangeline Imasa, Yolanda Gapuz, Cynthia Chenoweth, Freddie Pascua, Chito Pascua, Rey Pascua, Maria Grady and Imelda Miller.

Funeral services for Lisa Parker were held Saturday, August 3, 2013 at Wallin Funeral Home with Pastor Lemuel Vilano of the Oak Harbor Southern Baptist Church officiating.

Visitation preceded the services and a reception followed for family and friends.

Friends and family are encouraged to share memories at the guest book hosted by Wallin Funeral Home at www.wallinfuneralhome.com.

The Whidbey Arms gun shop at Ken’s Korner has everything a hunter needs, including great stickers for a sweet sixteen birthday girl.

One said Killer Zombies.

The other said, Zombie Response Team.

I do not know which zombie sticker she will enjoy more, but thanks to Whidbey Arms, we added to her birthday package a beautiful sticker of Old Glory, and a copy of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States.

I can just see the Hood River Valley High School kids now, huddled around the cafeteria at lunch time, reading the second amendment aloud with Madison, the birthday girl, waving her zombie alien pom poms.

Freedom of Speech Lately, I feel like I may be the only fellow in my hood with a B.A. degree in political science who watches the news for comedic relief. Whether it is the frowners, Diane Sawyer of ABC, or Brian Williams on NBC, or the pretty faces of FOX, CNN, MSNBC, and Headline News, I am laughing.

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Even if the news is horrible, the delivery of the broadcasters, and the self-promotion of their other network and cable TV shows during their alleged news broadcasts, keeps my guffaws guffawing, and my chortles chortling.

How can one not laugh when Diane Sawyer looks so shocked and concerned while reporting on Cuban President Raul Castro’s speech to the National Assembly in Havana?

“Cuba’s President Raul Castro, while addressing the National Assembly in Havana on Sunday, fulminated against baser examples of social indiscipline.

Examples cited included shouting and swearing in the streets, public drinking and drunken driving, dumping trash on the roadside and even people who relieve themselves in parks.”

Of course, then the news cuts to a commercial for some male enhancement product hyped by some Cary Grant look-a-like, wearing a sweater tied to his neck, while he and some gal who smiles like things may not take too long, are dancing around a canoe.

You gotta love this country.

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COACH’S PIZZERIA WHERE SPORTS AND PIZZA COME TOGETHER

By Helen Bates Whether your sport is baseball, football, basketball or soccer, Coach’s philosophy is “live long, laugh a lot, play hard and most of all - eat lots of pizza!” And what better place to do this than Coach’s Pizzeria located in Freeland about ten miles from the Clinton-Mukilteo Ferry?

The restaurant opened last August, but has been under new owners, Dave and Candy Dillman, since early spring of this year. Conveniently located near the intersection of SR525 and Harbor Avenue, the restaurant is easy to find, directly across from the Wells-Fargo Bank.

One recent sunny Saturday, my partner and I decided it was a good pizza day, so we headed down the island from our home in Oak Harbor. We had heard about Coach’s Pizzeria and wanted to try it out. We found the trip well worth the extra miles.

When we first entered the restaurant, the place was cool and the light subdued. Opaque shades covered the front and side windows blocking out the glaring sun of the day.

Two large TV screens were mounted on opposite walls. Both showed a World Cup semi-final soccer game of the FIFA U-20. Sports memorabilia and pictures covered the walls. We knew we were in the right place.

The delicious aromas of Italy verified this.

The place holds four large wooden tables that seat eight to ten people. Eight four-tops are placed around the edge of the room. Later we were told that the solid-looking tables were made from wood once used in a local bowling alley.

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Besides the tables, the room is simply decorated. A large beverage cooler sits to one side of an adjoining salad bar.

Upon checking, I found a diner had a choice of twenty salad items, accompanied by five different salad dressings. This is not a gourmet dining establishment and puts on no airs. It is what it is - a family pizzeria.

And it soon became apparent that the delectable aromas were emanating from the “Traditional Line-up” of mouth-watering pizzas. The menu lists a savory cheese pizza; along with a pepperoni pizza; a Meat Lovers with Canadian bacon, pepperoni and Italian sausage; the Combination is loaded with mozzarella cheese, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, pepperoni and Italian sausage; the Hawaiian has mozzarella cheese, Canadian bacon and pineapple; and the Vegetarian includes mozzarella, green peppers, mushrooms, onions, black olives and tomatoes. There is something to please the most discerning pizzaista.

If none of the above is your choice of the day, there are also the “Touchdown Supreme” pizzas. These include the Mediterranean, which consists of olive oil, pesto, artichoke hearts, sun dried tomatoes, black olives, red peppers, spinach, sprinkled with Feta cheese. The BBQ Chicken pizza is just what it sounds like - chicken smothered with Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce. There is even a Taco Pizza, made up of salsa, ground beef, olives, onions, Jalapenos, tomatoes, chips and served with sour cream.

For the adventurous, there is the Pesto pizza in which pesto is used instead of pizza sauce, then topped with mozzarella cheese. The “Northwest Ranch” pizza includes Ranch dressing topped with mozzarella cheese, chicken and bacon. Extra supreme toppings include: artichoke, anchovies, red peppers, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, ground beef, Italian sausage, pesto and bacon. All pizzas are made with the freshest ingredients daily and come in small (10”), medium (12”), large (14”), and extra-large (16”).

Besides its signature pizzas, Coach’s Pizzeria offers

“Superbowl Spaghetti” with or without meatballs. There are also “World Series Sandwiches,” such as The Italian Grinder, the Philly (French Dip,) “Whidbey Meatball,” and the BBQ Chicken.

“All Star Specials” include a Calzone with a choice of three ingredients, “Sinker Balls,” which are two large meatballs wrapped in dough with meat sauce and mozzarella cheese, Pizza Bread, Garlic Cheese Bread, and Garlic Rolls.

Pizza is available by the slice and there are selections for “Little Leaguers.” There is also a salad bar option, which is either a single salad or an all-you-can-eat salad bar.

Gluten free items are available.

At the time of this review, the menu was being up-dated.

Also, the liquor license was pending. They hope to sell wine and beer in the near future. The day we visited, the drinks were limited to non-alcoholic beverages.

When we first arrived, there were only two large tables occupied. Both contained what looked like family groups with both adults and children present. Before we left, several couples wandered in out of the bright sun.

That particular day, three young people were busily running the place and filling luncheon orders. We later learned that Trevor, the young manager, had been with the pizzeria since it first opened. He was assisted by Steven and Lori, two friendly young people who busily prepared the food while Trevor took orders and bussed tables.

When we placed our order, my husband ordered a Philly French dip, which was loaded with roast beef, onions and green peppers, accompanied by a container of Au Jus. This came with chips and a pickle. The sandwich was so large that a half was taken home to be enjoyed later in the day.

As a salad bar junkie, I was delighted with my choice of the all-you-can-eat salad bar, accompanied with a slice of cheese pizza. We both ordered sodas.

All in all, it was a beautiful day. We enjoyed our ride down the island and our tasty lunch. One day we plan to return just for the pizza!

Coach’s Pizzeria is a family restaurant that specializes in treating its guests like family. The casual ambiance seems to be contagious. Both the adults and children, alike, seemed to be in a party mood. Maybe they were celebrating someone’s birthday. Whatever it was, it was fun to share in their joy.

The restaurant’s hours are Sunday thru Thursday from 11:00am to 8:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 11:00am to 9:00pm. Their address is 5575 Harbor Avenue, Freeland. The phone number is (360)331-2345. For directions or current information, please visit their website at www.coachpizzeria.com Our rating: **** $$ ***** = Love it, will go as often as possible! **** = One of our go-to places. *** = An okay place maybe lacking in some area.

** = If it’s the only place open!

* = No way would we return!

$$$$ = $25 and over $$$ = $15 to $25

$$ = $10 to $15

$ = Under $10

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2 bedroom/ 2 bath overlooking Saratoga Passage and Olympic Mountains.

Bonus room, wrap around deck, 2-car garage, and detached shop. $289,000.

For more information, call Linda Earnhart, Windermere Real Estate, at (360)929-0922 or email earnhart@whidbey.net.

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Motorcycles/Parts For Sale

1999 Suzuki VL1500 Intruder; 20,230 miles, Red and White two tone, Saddle bags (newer ones, not included in picture), Wind screen, Driver back rest, Auxiliary running lights, LED brake lights added, Passenger Running boards for feet, $4,500 (360)5627263

Auto/Parts For Sale 1984 Camaro Z28 132,000 original miles, repainted, new motor, clutch, trans, rear-end, tires, seats,

carpet, glass. Asking $14K. (360)929-5866 Pair of Husky Front SUV heavyduty Floor Mats. $25 or best offer. Photos available. Call (360)678-1167.

Brand new fiberglass heavyduty Ford truck canopy from Canopy West. 7-ft. long x 32-in. high, aqua green color. 3 sliding window + extra windows. $1000 (360)221-5911 (0) Four P215/75R15 tires, rims and hubcaps. Fit 2006 or earlier Jeep Wrangler. Less than 10K on tires. $149 OBO (360)6793256 (0) Pickup Truck Crane, $75.

1000-lb. capacity, Never installed, never used. Can be installed in truck (or trailer) bed.

Located in Oak Harbor. Photos available. (360)678-5255 ashleysc@broadstripe.net (1) Classic 1973 Fiat 124 Spider Convertible. Car runs fine, all original, no dents, recent professional original sky blue paint job and black top. New clutch and fuel lines. Great 4-speaker stereo with CD and MP3 plug. I’m second owner of car for 20 years. Collector’s plate. $1900 OBO. (360)579-4105 (0) 1996 Jaguar XJS Four Passenger Convertible. 32,000 original miles. White with tan leather interior, last year of this classic body style. Five brand new pirelli tires. Fully loaded, beautiful, well cared for. Includes new custom car cover. $17,500 OBO. Call for more

information. (425)367-7052 (0)

Business Classifieds Well-established Antique Mall now accepting applications for space rental.

Future retail spaces and shelf retail spaces becoming available. Apply in person at Shady Ladies.

Antique Mall, 656 SE Bayshore Drive, Suite 5, Oak Harbor. Next to Licensing Office. Come join us for fun and profit.

Garage/Estate Sales Garage Sale: Saturday, August 10, 10am to 2pm: 2559 Olympic Dr., Oak Harbor. Clothes, furniture, lots of misc. Downsizing.

Garage sale: Saturday & Sunday, August 17 & 18. 9am until 4pm; 6303 Bob Galbreath Road, Clinton (look for signs).

Gun cabinet, entertainment center. Lots of misc.

Announcements Medical Marijuana patients unite; If you need assistance, advice, etc. please contact at 420patientnetworking@gmail. com. Local Whidbey Island help.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of Homicide, Burglary, Robbery, Assault, Identity Theft, Fraud, Human Trafficking, Home Invasion and other crimes not listed. Families & Friends of Violent Crime

Victims has Advocates ready to help. Please call (800)3467555. 24hr Crisis Line. Free Service.

Ride Share/Van Pool Wanted: Riders for our existing Island Transit vanpool that commutes to First Hill area in Seattle. We are on the 6am ferry going in and leave downtown around 3:30pm with plan to be on 4:30pm ferry home. M-F. Contact Sarah (360)331-5594.

Volunteer Services Local Whidbey radio ~ LISTEN IN at ~ kwparadio.org ~ KWPA Whidbey AIR Public Radio local music, hosts, recorded events and popular music of all genres. Whidbey AIR is all volunteer hosts, engineers, board of directors and window washers. Listen in anytime from your computer and on itunes. ~~ From Clinton to Deception Pass - it’s Whidbey in your home.

Volunteer Program Assistant for Senior Services Adult Day Service program for frail seniors.

Prepare room for activities, listen/observe/report changes in client behavior, assist with activities/personal care. Requires 4-hour commitment, 1 day week, 10 AM-2 PM. Contact Hestia Laitala (360)321-1600.

Jobs Wanted Do you need a Nanny or a Tutor? Credentialed, recom-

mended & flexible teacher and childcare available now. Ages infant to 12, CPR, first aid, as well as pet care, cooking and light housekeeping. Subjects include reading, math and creative games. Fees negotiable.

Call Connie (360)989-9944 (0)

Job Market Manager/stylist wanted for busy beauty salon. Free booth rental and retail sales incentives. Send resume to hawaiiningirlie@aol. com Centrally located Hair Studio & Day Spa seeking 1 Full Time Stylist and 1 Full Time Nail Technician. Large & well established clientele stretching from Oak Harbor to South end of Whidbey. Build your clientele successfully in an area with very little competition from neighboring salons!

Both positions provide wages structured around commission.

Products are provided. Must be able to work weekends. Must be dependable, communicate well, and self-confident. Please email resumes to whidbeysalon. jobs@gmail.com (5.17) Line Cook Positions: The Braeburn in Langley is looking for 2 line cooks. One position is for part time summer help.

Previous restaurant cooking, (preferably with breakfast) is a must. Additional hours available through our catering program.

One position for long term, part

time with full time potential, previous restaurant line experience needed. 18 yrs+. Positions available immediately. Please apply in person at 197 D. Second St. between 8am-3pm (5.24) Coach’s Pizzeria Seeks Supervisor Level, Long Term Applicants.

Must be over 20 years old.

Desire applicants who want long term employment. Work hours can compliment college or other training. Requires some Saturday, Sunday hours.

NEW OWNERS! Call Candace: (206)409-5383, 5575 Harbor Ave, Freeland WA 98249 (5.27) WCT Administrative Assistant Position: This position is responsible to the Operations and Facility Manager (OFM).

Takes care of general office tasks. Interfaces with production teams, public, parents, and students. This office needs an efficient, hard-working and focused administrative assistant who shows initiative and purpose. This position also requires a passion and strength in customer service. As this is a children’s theater, the person in this position must also enjoy and interact well with children and youth. Qualifications: Experience working in the administrative support field; Excellent computer skills with a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and other applications; Excellent skills in customer

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Bonus skills: Familiarity with Quickbooks, marketing knowledge, web and advertisement design abilities. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to wct.operations@gmail. com (Please no drop-ins as we are moving locations). Position closes August 23. If you have any questions about the position you may call (360)2218707 (2)

health/Fitness Sit-up bench. This is commercial grade, thickly padded, incline sit-up bench as found in health clubs. Like new, $75; Iron weights: Two 45-lb. Olympic plates, $35 and Four 25-lb.

Olympic plates, $40. (360)6782207 (0) Recovery kit: wheeled walker, raised toilet seat, suctioned grab bar for shower, ice bag w/ ties, $20. (360)630-6536 (1)

lessons Looking for guitar students.

Learn how to play guitar oneon-one. All ages welcome, all styles of genre taught, beginners to intermediate. Please call Scott (360)675-5470 for more information.

tickets/GetaWays Seahawks vs. Broncos: August 17 at 7 p.m. Two tickets, 14 rows up on the 300 level on the 40-yard line. Originally $84/ ticket. Asking $60/ticket OBO. Could be your only chance to see Peyton Manning. Also available, Seahawks vs. Raiders: August 29 (360)321-0970 (0)

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Kitchen Appliances: Belgian waffle maker by Dominion, $10.

George Foreman grill, model GRP4. 12” x 6” grilling surface.

Clean, and in excellent condition. Photos available. $12.

(360)678-1167 Champion Juicer. Heavy duty metal, $85. Originally over $300. Pickup in Freeland.

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hoMe FuRnishinGs 2 pedestal tables, 30” x 48”, walnut formica top (one has a fitted glass cover). $10 and $15.

Call (360)678-1167 Pedestal table, 48” diameter, walnut formica top ($25).

Another similar table, with modified rectangular shape, approximately 30” x 60” ($35).

Four pedestal chairs, swivel style, with sturdy, gold vinyl upholstery ($40 for the set).

Call (360)678-1167 Three lime-green chairs; chrome pedestal bases; sturdy vinyl upholstery. $15 per chair. Call (360)678-1167 Round pedestal table; solid oak.

42” diameter. Excellent condition. $125 or best offer. Photos available. (360)678-1167 Two matching upholstered occasional chairs. Antique accent armchair. $75 each, or make an offer. Photos available. (360)678-1167 Walnut end table, hexagonal design, with beveled glass insert on top. Very good condition. Photos available. $40. Call (360)678-1167 Oak and glass dining table with two leaves, 4 upholstered chairs and matching oak buffet cabinet, $400. (206)409-4269 (1) Curtains & pillows, gently used Croscill Chambord pattern: 5 panels, 36x84, 2 valances

17x80, 1 decorative square pillow in Chambord pattern; Various pillow covers in a complimentary pattern: 2 pillow shams, 22x22 square pillow cover, neck roll cover; decorative pillow cover, purple with tassel. Asking $45 for all pieces.

Wicker Chair. Slight wearing on one leg - rest of the chair is in great shape. Asking $45 OBO. Photos available to email.

(360)331-5434 (1)

laWn and GaRden Perma Mulch rubber edging, 9 10-foot strips, $10 each. Call (360)678-1167 Natural Barnyard Topsoil: Good for gardens, flower beds, etc.

Unscreened, 10-yard loads, $225 delivered. South Whidbey.

(360)321-1624 Cut flowers for weddings or parties – dahlias and glads, $5.

Puget Reliant strawberry plants, $5/dozen. (360)630-6536 (1)

Miscellaneous Queen-sized bedspread; classic design; never used, excellent quality and condition; medium brown background with butterfly design. Photos available.

Make an offer. Call (360)6781167.

4 each 1-1/2” stem-type carpet casters, $4; Box of “Secur-aTie” fasteners: $2; Books for the handyman, like new: $10; Two baskets: $5 each; Backpack, like new: $35; Barbecue No Cheating!

tool set: $3. Photos available.

(360)678-1167.

Miscellaneous lumber; PVC pipe; and metal roofing panels (4 each). Photos available.

Make an offer. (360)678-1167.

Puzzles – a great gift idea!

From brand new to gently used; 500, 1000, or 1500 pieces; priced from 50 cents to five dollars. Photos available. Call (360)678-1167.

Hand-crafted wood model logging truck. In excellent condition. 6.5” x 32” x 9” in size.

Photos available. Make an offer.

Call (360)678-1167.

Lumber - Rough cut dry fir lumber. 2x4’s & misc. Good for building sheds and all those projects. 2x4’s 30¢ per lineal foot. (360)321-1624 Custom made Western Saddle $800; smaller saddle $200; Trek Bike $200. (509)607-1685 (1) Winch: 12-V, 6000-lb, standard mount for boat trailer or bumper, $49; 2 Kids water gun rifles, $5 each. (360)630-6536 (1)

RecReation Golf Bag by MacGregor Pro Only. Heavy-duty vinyl and leather. Comes with carrying strap and hood. Two-tone green. Very good condition.

Photos available upon request. $30. Call (360)678-1167.

Leading Edge putter with brand new Golf Pride grip. Comes with cover. Excellent condition.

Photos available upon request. $20. Call (360)678-1167.

Men’s brand new 20-speed bike. Del Sol LXI 2.0. Built-in carry case with rain cover, water bottle. Men’s bike pants, large, gray and black, never worn. All for $300. (360)2221-5911 (0) Brand new, never used Lowe Alpine Walkabout backpack, 2100 cu. in., $50. (360)6782207 (0)

aniMals/suPPlies Feeder Hay for Sale - Dry, stored in barn. $4 per bale. 20 bale minimum. (360)321-1624 Straw Hay for Sale - Good for bedding, erosion control, mulch, etc. $3 per bale, 20 bale minimum. (360)321-1624 Excellent Grass Hay for Sale Good for horses. $7 per bale.

20 bale minimum. (360)3211624 Local grass hay, $4 a bale. Uload. South Whidbey (360)3214877 (0) 2 Horses for sale to approved home; Nice horse trailer, 4-place, bumper pll, tack room, 50-gallon H2O tank and nice tires; All tack for sale and lots of extras; Portable electric corral. All priced to sell. (360)6783469 (0)

Wanted Drummer needed for Spellbound, a rock band with orig. material. Practice once/week in Oak Harbor. Must have good gear, experience and great meter. Will work on new CD. We have lots of experience, great gear and fully equipped recording studio. Contact Rich or Scott at (360)675-5470 or rswitzer55@netzero.net (0)

FRee Gray-blue, small pattern, Love Seat Hide-a-bed with clean mattress and pad. You pick-up.

(360)321-5979 (0) Exercise equipment, Tony Little Gazelle (360)678-6013 (1)

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