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Locally operated. house meetings will be conducted between 5:00pm and 8:00pm on the following dates and locations: Tuesday, October 8 – Whidbey Island Oak Harbor High School Student Union Building 1 Wildcat Way Oak Harbor, Wash.

Letters to the Editor Editor Shortly after I moved to Coupeville in 1977 I had to take my neighbor to Whidbey General Hospital’s ER. We had to wait for the on-call doctor to arrive from Langley. Fortunately we’ve come a long way and through the years WGH has provided outstanding surgical and nursing care for my partner, myself and my extended family.

We are now in the position of taking the next step in updating OUR hospital. A YES vote for the upcoming bond is critical so we can make the needed improvements and assure the very best medical care. When I am hospitalized I want to be cared for by people I know and trust. I want my extended family to visit me without traveling off-island.

Of all the services my tax dollars support, I consider OUR hospital to be one of the most important. As a retiree on a fixed income, the value I receive by having a hospital in my own community is worth every penny. (This bond will only cost $81 per year for a $250,000 home!) I encourage your YES vote.

Judy Lynn, Coupeville

Editor, I have examined the facts and I will vote yes on the bond for Whidbey General Hospital. It could not be more plain. We on Whidbey want and deserve the improvements that the bond would provide. Vote yes on the bond for Whidbey General Hospital.

Pamela Hawley, Oak Harbor

Editor, A claque of Coupe-villains wants the entire NAS to vanish. A gabble of Oak Harborites insists that if the OLF closes, the NAS will vanish. Both, for their own specious reasons are acolytes of fantasies disconnected from reality. The base is not going to close, desire and fear notwithstanding.

As the local and base press inform us, the NAS mates new air and ground crews to four separate aircraft platforms; three at present and the fourth, the P-8A, to arrive next year. The crews are trained to execute the many missions of the Naval air arm.

While some training is conducted here, much of it is not. We are all aware of the electronic jamming wizardry of our fighter, patrol and recon aircraft, but each is a “weapons system” tasked also with delivering ordnance (missiles, mines, depth charges, etc.) on targets at sea and ashore.

the gates to close at this military metropolis of thousands? Get a grip, people! You’re being conned.

of Sevilla with dishes like salpicon de marisco and fabada d’ astoronia, accompanied by fine Andalusian wine.

In Oak Harbor the paper patriots have whipped the gullible into a frenzy of fear that promotes the silliness and now the meanness and incivility that victimizes the victims of the air assault on Coupeville.

The night’s entertainment will be provided by the astonishingly talented Rubina Carmona, with Marcos and David Carmona, and Ana Montes of Carmona Flamenco, the Northwest’s premiere flamenco caudro group, who will present an evening of modern and traditional flamenco music, song, and dance. Each of the artists will be featured in solo and group atracciones, with numbers from the lighthearted to the melancholy in a show typical of those in Sevilla’s top flamenco tablaos and juergas. Flamenco is one of the most technically demanding, and deeply emotional musical styles, and guests will be certain to feel the feeling, the duende, that all great Flamenco possesses.

The OLF is a wholly unsuitable location for the mid-phase of this training. At homes underlying the traffic pattern, conversation stops and dishes rattle when aircraft propelled by 40,000# of thrust deliver 150 decibels of irreparable sound damage to the otic systems of the inhabitants...and from a distance of only hundreds of feet. I have witnessed this cruel assault from such a home.

Although exempted from FAA noise regulations, military bases are not exempt from Accident Potential Zone (APZ) minimums. Because of population density surrounding the OLF, some minimums are exceeded. The rest are just ignored. If not already included, I suggest that the Citizen’s lawsuit against the Navy incorporate into this sad matrix the history of A-6 and F-14 takeoff and landing crashes over the years.

But relocation poses a fiscal and resource challenge. In the past when (mis)use of a training site placed a local community in peril, the DoD saw to it that the offending Service terminated that operation and resumed training at another location. The cost was subsidized through the use of TDY funds for aircrews and field controllers. The more flexible fuel allocations absorbed the costs of the round trip.

The acquisition of a substitute runway is more difficult because new construction is ruled out by present fiscal constraints. But there are millions of acres of restricted areas in the western deserts owned by the DoD. I offer no new proposal in considering that there may still be abandoned airstrips or WWII bomber training sites just waiting to be dusted off; or considering joint use of a sister unit’s site for the midphase training. In context, these costs are minimal because the gain is always optimal... including positive PR at a time when needed.

On the deck of my home 15 miles from the OLF, I am subject to the menacing rumble that owns the night, and I lament the witless effort to burden that peaceful community with the roar of war. But then I go inside, slide the door shut and lock it. Silence!

Now that is the “sound of freedom.”

Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of 1776 enshrined the “unalienable” rights of its citizens to live in peace, prosperity and to pursue “safety and happiness.”

Anywhere but Coupeville?

Cyril L. Greig, Oak Harbor

The Second Annual NWLA Gala: Una Noche En Sevilla

Most military pilots greet a new aircraft at a dedicated flight simulator. It can simulate any emergency and condition of flight. After that ordeal the pilot goes airborne and learns to fly the aircraft under supervision of an instructor. The next phase for a wannabe tail hooker requires practice approaches and touch-and-go landings at a site such as the OLF at Coupeville.

But the final and decisive training occurs on a sea trial where he or she must trap successfully on a carrier that is under sail.

The Northwest Language and Cultural Center is pleased to announce its second annual gala, to take place on Saturday, October 5 at 5:30pm.

The event, which will highlight the food, music, and culture of Seville, Spain, will be held at the Whidbey Institute’s Thomas Berry Hall in Clinton. The intimate woodland venue will be transformed for the occasion into an exotic Andalusian paradise, filled with the smell of flowering orange trees, Moroccan rugs, and excellent sherry. Join guests from around the world and from right here at home as we celebrate and support all that the NWLA has accomplished this past year and bask in the vibrant atmosphere of Spain. All proceeds will directly support the Cultural Center ’s mission of bringing language and cross-cultural education and enrichment to the Pacific Northwest community.

With all these crucial aspects of training being farmed out to other locales, do you actually believe that the relocation of one especially dangerous and disruptive phase would cause

The evening will feature a five-course meal prepared by Blackboard Bistro’s Chef Jacob Wiegner, whose dishes received rave reviews last year. Guests will enjoy the amazing flavors

Is this dangerous training conducted here? Of course not. In-flight refueling hookups; training done here? No. Weeks of joint training exercises with USAF and electronic attack aircraft from allied nations; here? No. Carrier landing training; here? Only partly.

A silent auction, meanwhile, will offer guests the chance to bid on a variety of items such as weekend getaways—including a stay at an exclusive Andalucian hotel—balloon rides, gardening items, self-care packages, and much, much more, and help raise additional funds to support NWLA’s mission of cross-cultural education.

NWLA is committed to providing Whidbey Island and surrounding communities with cultural experiences and education, including dinners, performances, language classes for adults and children, exchange programs, and summer camps—all at an affordable cost.

Fundraisers like their annual gala event make it possible for NWLA to ensure that these valuable cross-cultural experiences are available to all members of our community.

For more information or to purchase tickets, contact (360)321-2101 or e-mail info@nwlanguageacademy.com.

[Submitted by Josette Hendrix]

Navy Releases Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for P-8A Home Basing; Schedules Public Meetings The Navy has published a Notice of Availability and Notice of Public Meetings for the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the home basing of the P-8A Poseidon aircraft in the Federal Register. The Draft SEIS addresses the potential environmental effects of home basing P-8A squadrons at Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville, Fla., and NAS Whidbey Island, Wash.

This document will supplement the original 2008 Final EIS, which determined that the Poseidon would be based at three installations – NAS Jacksonville, NAS Whidbey Island and Marine Corps Base (MCB) Kaneohe Bay, Hi. The Navy is now proposing to achieve operational savings and efficiencies by basing the aircraft at two, vice three bases. The proposed action now includes a permanent rotating squadron detachment at MCB Kaneohe Bay, with periodic squadron detachments to Naval Base Coronado, California.

Alternative 1 considers the environmental effects of home basing six fleet squadrons and the Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) at NAS Jacksonville and six fleet squadrons at NAS Whidbey Island. Alternative 2 considers the environmental effects of home basing five fleet squadrons and the FRS at NAS Jacksonville and seven fleet squadrons at NAS Whidbey Island.

The No Action Alternative represents conditions if no further implementation of the 2008 Record of Decision were to occur.

The Navy will host two open house public meetings. The meetings will be conducted in an open house format with informational displays and materials available for public review. There will be no formal presentations. Navy staff will be present to answer general questions on the proposed action and the EIS process. The open

Thursday, October 17 - Jacksonville Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Orange Park 620 Wells Road Orange Park, Fla. Public input is very important to the process, helping the Navy arrive at the most informed decision about the proposal. Comments may be submitted during the 45-day public comment period between September 20 and November 4, 2013. For those who cannot attend an open house, all informational materials are available on the project website: http://www.mmaseis. com. Comments may also be submitted at one of the two public meetings or by mail to: P-8A EIS Project Manager; Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Atlantic; Attn: Code EV21/CZ; 6506 Hampton Blvd; Norfolk, VA 23508. All comments will be treated equally and will be used in the preparation of the Final SEIS. To ensure consideration in the Final SEIS, all comments must be postmarked or received (on-line) by November 4, 2013.

For Hawaii, the proposed dual-siting would result in the assignment of a rotating P-8A detachment, infrastructure and facility improvements to support the P-8A detachment, and no permanently assigned P-3C or P-8A squadrons.

These changes result in a significant reduction in impacts related to construction and airfield operations from what was considered in the 2008 Final EIS and Record of Decision. Therefore, no public meeting will be held in Hawaii.

No changes in P-8A operations are planned for Naval Air Station North Island, Calif., from those described in the 2008 EIS, therefore no public meeting will be held in Coronado.

Copies of the Draft Supplemental EIS are available for public review at the following libraries: Oak Harbor City Library, 1000 SE Regatta Drive, Oak Harbor, Wash.; Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th Street, Anacortes, Wash.; La Conner Regional Library, 614 Morris Street, La Conner, Wash.; Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander Street, Coupeville, Wash.; Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, Calif.; Webb Wesconnett Regional Branch, Jacksonville Public Library,6887 103rd Street, Jacksonville, Fla.; Kaneohe Public Library, 45–829 Kamehameha Highway, Honolulu, Hi. [Submitted by Mike Welding, NAS Whidbey Island]

Go for Baroque! Featuring Island Consort The opening concert in this year’s chamber music series at UUCWI features the debut of Whidbey Island’s very own group of intrepid music makers: Island Consort. On October 4 & 5 they will be presenting music composed by the most famous composers of the Baroque period (Handel and Bach), by earlier and lesserknown composers (Telemann, A. Scarlatti and Purcell), and by other seldom-heard-but-thoroughly-delicious Early Music composers (Ferrabosco, White, Ravenscoft and Viviani). You will be thoroughly entertained by music for small vocal ensemble, small instrumental ensembles and large instrumental ensembles. Instruments performing include: harpsichord, violin, viola, doublebass, flute, oboe, bassoon and trumpet.

Island Consort exists for the purpose of furthering your enjoyment of Early Music, specifically your delight in the inner dance, in the beautiful melodies, the rhythmic drive, the chromatic twists and turns of the harmony, the intricate weaving of multiple interwoven melodies, the sacred and secular texts, the frivolous, the transcendent, the poignant and the sublime.

Founder and Artistic Director, Sheila Weidendorf, speaks passionately about the importance of music: “It matters not in what epoch music winds its way from the spheres to our hearts and ears. We are truly blessed to partake of this gift, to make music, to share it, to hear it. We hope our joy in this music is pleasing to your ears and sparks something of note in your hearts.”

Members of Island Consort are an amazing cadre of instrumentalists and vocalists, each

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bringing their unique musical gifts, graces and commitment to the greater ensemble. The Consort is fortunate to have Dianne Vars as its vocal conductor while the instrumental ensemble enjoys the collaboration and leadership of Chris Harshman.

national natural and man-made disasters such as the recent floods in Colorado. The federal radio license authorizing use of a radio transmitter is effective for 10 years before renewal.

The Go for Baroque! concert is the first of four presented by UUCWI in their 2013-2014 series.

The other concerts include: Gloria Ferry-Brennan & Friends, November 15 & 16, featuring Whidbey’s sensational young violinist and a host of local guests; Fred & Ginger - No Dancing!, February 14 & 15, featuring music of stage and screen from the 1930s and 1940s; and Springtime Rhapsody & Romance, April 12, featuring the music of Beethoven, Brahms, Kreisler and Strauss performed by Nola Allen (piano), Teo Benson (violin), Frances Kenney (oboe) and Susan Strick (soprano). All concerts include commentary by Eileen Soskin, a well-known and much-loved Whidbey Island resident. All tickets are $15 and may be purchased at the door or in advance at Moonraker Books in Langley, the Habitat for Humanity store in Freeland, or by emailing uucwiconcerts@ yahoo. com. Concerts start promptly at 7:30pm. UUCWI is located at 20103 State Rte 525, Freeland.

Registration is required to attend the course. For more information, contact Sousa at (360)6754867 or n7axj@w7avm.org.

[Submitted by Libby Roberts]

Whidbey Playhouse Announces Auditions for Book of Days Director Kevin Wm. Meyer is casting Book of Days, a mystery by Lanford Wilson. Auditions are Saturday, October 5 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm & Sunday, October 6 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

The audition will involve cold readings from the script. Scripts are available to check out at the theater. There are parts available for men aged 30 to 60 and women aged 20 to 50.

Book of Days is a compassionate story of a small town dominated by a cheese plant, a fundamentalist church, and a community theater. When the owner of the cheese plant dies mysteriously in a hunting accident, Ruth, his bookkeeper, suspects murder. Cast as Joan of Arc in a local production of George Bernard Shaw’s St. Joan, Ruth takes on the attributes of her character and begins a one-woman campaign to see justice done.

Book of Days opens Friday, January 24 with performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday matinee at 2:30pm through Sunday, February 9. Whidbey Playhouse offers specials for military members, groups of ten or more and even greater discounts for groups of 30+. For more information, contact The Whidbey Playhouse at (360)679-2237 or visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com.

[Submitted by Whidbey Playhouse]

Ham Radio License Classes To Be Offered If you have ever wanted to become a licensed amateur radio operator, don’t miss this opportunity to make that dream come true.

Two-day classes on the federal rules and information necessary to pass both the entry and general level Federal Communications Commission license exams will be offered by the Island County Amateur Radio Club from 8:00am to 5:00pm on Saturdays at the Island County Commissioner’s hearing room, 1 NE 6th Street, Coupeville.

The courses, taught by knowledgeable club instructors, will provide training on how to be a successful ham radio operator and operate a shortwave radio transmitter safely and legally.

The courses will prepare students to take the federal radio exams offered regularly by volunteer examiners at monthly Island County radio club meetings.

For those just entering the amateur ranks, preparatory sessions for the Technician class license will be offered on November 2 and November 9. Those interested in passing the more advanced General class license test can attend classes on October 5 and 12.

“There is no longer any requirement to learn Morse code so becoming licensed is easier now for young or old,” class instructor Ken Sousa said. “We will provide students with information to successfully complete the written exam and to set up their ham radio stations.”

Radio hams throughout the U.S. communicate with other operators around the world and assist with emergency responses to local and

The cost of the courses is $30 and includes class materials and a license manual.

[Submitted by Vince Bond]

Fifteenth Annual Whidbey Island Writers Conference October 25-27, 2013 marks the 15th anniversary of the renowned Whidbey Island Writers Conference.

As in previous years, the conference’s trademark chat houses and intimate conversations between writers and attendees will kick off the conference. However, this year’s conference promises some new and noteworthy additions.

Songwriter Ian Moore will spearhead a track on songwriting and lyrics, and writers Storme Webber, Kelli Russell Agodon, and Mary Willis will speak about defining the female voice in writing. Nicole Persun will lead a specific segment on writing for young adults. Keynote speakers Karen Finneyfrock, Randall Platt, and Sheila Roberts will set the tones each day.

This conference places a strong emphasis on the business of writing, too, with dynamic duos Kelsye Nelson and Abigail Carter from Writer.ly and Jen and Kerry from the Business of Books.

Novelists Doyce Testerman, Anjali Banerjee, Sheila Roberts, Kevin O’Brien, and Nicole Persun will share what they know about the craft of writing, and agents Andrea Hurst and Pooja Menon are among the faculty who will take pitches and help writers to refine their messages.

The conference is now open to registration.

Cost is $300. For more information, visit http:// www.nila.edu/wiwc/ [Submitted by Donna Hood]

Local Business News South Whidbey Center Welcomes New Center Director Senior Services of Island County (SSIC) welcomes Lynae Slinden as the new Center Director for its flagship facility, the South Whidbey Center.

Slinden, former Port Commissioner and owner of Island Framery in Clinton, has lived on South Whidbey for 25 years. She holds a degree in Public Administration from the University of Washington and in 2012 returned from two years as a Peace Corp volunteer working as a community development volunteer in the Ukraine. For the past year, she’s managed two local farmers’ markets, the South Whidbey Tilth market and the Second Street market, both in Langley.

She replaces Elizabeth Harris, former South Whidbey Center Director, who has repositioned with SSIC as Director of Outreach & Marketing.

Captain Whidbey Wine Dinner to Benefit Friends of Ebey’s With summer leaving, and fall fast approaching, it means harvest is here for all the winemakers on the island. To celebrate, Captain Whidbey Inn will host a wine dinner on October 2 with Whidbey Island Winery.

The inspiration for the menu came from the bountiful grapes growing right outside the kitchen window. Executive Chef Tyler Hansen thought teaming up with Whidbey Island Winery to feature a grape-centered menu would be a perfect way to celebrate harvest and the arrival of fall.

“I’m excited to share the flavors of autumn in the Northwest,” Hansen said. “I love drawing inspiration from my backyard.”

Hansen recently moved to the island in July, and is excited at all the bountiful resources the island has to offer.

Greg and Elizabeth Osenbach are the owners of Whidbey Island Winery, which is located in Langley. They first planted grapes in 1986, and opened the winery in 1992. The winery has grown over the years - they started out producing only 400 cases a year and now make more than 3,500 cases.

To kickoff the evening, guests will be able to mingle with a glass of wine and snack on passed appetizers during the cocktail reception.

A four-course dinner will follow, starting with a cucumber and tart grape gazpacho, moving on to black cod with pickled grapes and cauliflower risotto, then braised lamb and finishing with dessert.

The wine and appetizer reception begins at 6:00pm, tickets are $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Dinner will begin around 6:30pm. All profits will be donated to the Friends of Ebey’s, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising philanthropic support for projects and programs that protect, preserve, and enhance the cultural and natural resources and the visitor experience of Ebey’s Reserve.

Enjoy an extended evening in front of the fireplace and then retire to your room at the Inn or cabins. Enjoy a special 20% off your evenings stay. The Captain Whidbey Inn is located at 2072 W Capt Whidbey Inn Road in Coupeville. To make reservations, or for more information, please call (360)678-4097 or email info@ captainwhidbey.com.

For more information on Whidbey Island Winery, call (360)221-2040, or visit whidbeyislandwinery.com.

Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop Under New Ownership Shirley Hendricson and her co-workers have big plans for the backyards in the Freeland area.

They want to make each backyard a fine dining experience that offers only the freshest, highest quality food – for birds that is.

“We are very excited to continue sharing the hobby of backyard bird feeding with the residents of Whidbey Island,” stated Hendricson. “This hobby is second only in popularity to gardening and is enjoyed by over 53 million Americans. We have participated in the hobby for many years and are overjoyed that we can turn our passion into a career.”

“It has been a very busy past months purchasing the Clinton store and renovating the old Barrett Escrow offices in Freeland to become the new “nest” for Wild Birds Unlimited.”

Hendricson purchased the store in July from long-time owners, Joel and Linda Mooney who were instrumental in easing the transition and sharing lessons learned in their years of owning the Clinton store. “We are very grateful that Joel and Linda’s many loyal customers have found their way to the new Freeland store.”

Hendricson was a long-time customer of the Wild Birds store in Clinton and even harbored a fantasy about one day owning the store. Last October, a friend called Hendricson to tell her the store was for sale. It was then time to “put up or shut-up, as the saying goes” according to Hendricson.

“We really encourage our customers to come in and share their bird or squirrel, chipmunk, deer, or bat stories with us – or bring us questions about those mystery birds that are coming to your backyard. Backyard bird photos are always welcome too,” Hendricson explained.

Hendricson, a 17-year resident of Whidbey Island, is not new to specialty retail; she has enjoyed many years working on the island in various local retail stores such as Ace Hardware and Bayview Farm and Garden. “The social aspect of working in a store is the most fun, the customers keep you engaged and challenged, and we get a great workout carrying the 20 pound bags of bird seed to customers’ cars.

Wild Birds Unlimited has been my backyard bird feeding store for many years; I didn’t want it to disappear from the island.”

“We can help customers attract the birds they want according to their yard and habitat, the time of year and our region,” said Hendricson.

“We can also help with potential nature problems such as squirrels eating your bird food.”

Wild Birds Unlimited is part of the original and largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores with more than 275 locations throughout the United States and Canada. Wild Birds Unlimited specializes in bringing people and nature together with bird feeding and nature products, expert advice and educational events. Visit their web site at www. wbu.com/freeland. Open 7 days a week, 5565 Van Barr Place, Suite AB, Freeland.

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Religious Services Taizé Prayer Services Wednesday, October 2, 7:00pm-8:00pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley

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Free Patriotic Documentary Thursday, September 26, 6:30pm Coupeville Library, Coupeville Charlie Daniels’s documentary Behold a Pale Horse: America’s Last Chance about how the New World Order is a threat to our liberty and freedom. The 90-minute film depicts the possibility of a global feudal police state will result in the loss of American sovereignty. As Charlie Daniels says, “Let’s ride boys...we need a thousand Paul Reveres”. Doors open 6:00pm, movie starts 6:30pm. Movie and popcorn provided by the Republicans of Island County. Donations always appreciated. For more information, call (360)730-1985.

Bidder 70 Friday, September 27, 7:00pm UUCWI, Freeland The film features the efforts and trial of University of Utah student Tim DeChristopher who puts his liberty on the line to challenge an illegal sale of public land for gas and petroleum exploitation by bidding on these lands himself, without monetary backing, at an auction. The film will be followed by a panel discussion.

Bidder 70 is the first film in a series presented

by Whidbey Island’s Greening Congregations entitled, “Moral Ground: Our Earth in Crisis”.

Other films in this series include “Do the Math”, “Carbon Nation” and “Gasland Part 2”.

They will be shown in the fall.

For more information, contact Dianna Piazzon at (360)678-5131.

Presidents Benefit Charity Match Saturday, September 28, 9:00am-1:00pm CWSA Range, Coupeville

Breakfast proceeds benefit the local VFW Post, including veterans’ assistance and community service programs.

The cost is $7 for adults, $4 for seniors and children. A “Chicken Fried Steak” breakfast is available for $9. The Post is located at 3037 Goldie Road. For more information, call (360)675-4048 or visit http://www.vfwpost7392.org.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Book Discussion Group Thursday, September 26, 9:00am Freeland Library, Freeland In a spiraling farce about upright academics, ambitious climbers, and dotty philanthropists, Michael Frayn, tells a story of personal and professional disintegration, probing his eternal theme of how we know what we know even as he delivers us to the outer limits of hilarity.

Discussion of “Skios” is led by Joanna Cruse.

Ready Readers: Preschool Storytime Thursday, September 26, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library, Oak Harbor This program is for ages 3 to 5 years. A caregiver is required.

Mystery Book Lovers: Georges Simenon Thursday, September 26, 3:00pm Oak Harbor Library, Oak Harbor Share your love of mysteries. Join the discussion of mysteries by Georges Simenon. Books available for checkout at the library.

Bullying--Issues That Matter Thursday, September 26, 7:00pm-8:30pm Coupeville Library, Coupeville A panel of experts will discuss bullying, How does it start? How to stop it? Hear up-to-date research on bullying and what really works to stop it. Learn more about the causes and effects of bullying among both young people and adults.

Sponsored by the Central Whidbey Sportsmen Association. There are various shooting events where you can exhibit your skill or try your luck with rifle, pistol or shotgun. If you don’t have a gun to shoot, come on out anyway, there will be ones you can borrow and ammo is available.

As usual there are plenty of turkeys available to be awarded as prizes.

Keep the Creativity Flowing: For New and Experienced Artists Friday, September 27, 10:00am Freeland Library, Freeland

Tickets are only $1.50 or $5 for 4. This year all proceeds will be given to ‘Gifts From The Heart’ Foodbank in Coupeville. Please bring dry/ canned food items for an additional donation.

For more information, call (360)678-6585.

Dr. Owl’s Silly Science: The Power of Air Friday, September 27, 1:00pm Coupeville Elementary School MPR, Coupeville

Children’s Day Celebration Saturday, September 28, 10:00am-2:00pm Community Park, 5495 Maxwelton Road, Langley Free Kids, grab your parents but leave your money behind! There will be fun activities, bounce houses, and lunch. Enjoy 25+ interactive booths provided by service agencies and businesses that support children and families. Join the fun!

Presented by South Whidbey Parks and Recreation. For more information, call (360)221-5484 or visit www.swparks.org.

Pawz by the Sea 5K Run/Walk Saturday, September 29, 9:00am Langley The walk/run takes participants on a circular route through downtown Langley to the Fairgrounds and back. Sponsored by Langley Main Street Association and Animal Hospital by the Sea to benefit Happy Hounds Dog 4H Club and the Good Cheer Pet Food Bank.

Register by September 28 at Animal Hospital by the Sea. Call (360)331-8090 for details.

VFW Sunday Breakfast Sunday, September 29, 10:00am-12:00pm VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor Breakfast features pancakes, eggs, hash browns, breakfast meats, and biscuits-n-gravy.

Join other local artists to participate in informal sharing, discussion and creation of your artwork. Take advantage of the group energy for inspiration and new ideas.

Early Release Day Program. Discover how air pressure affects the world around us through demonstrations of Magdeburg’s hemispheres, Bernoulli’s principle, and generating vortexes.

Presenter: Eric Owl, Ph.D. DIY Explorers Club: Do It Yourself...

Together!

Saturday, September 28, 2:00pm-4:00pm Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor Students ages 8-12 with an adult discover the joy of creating together. Use our iPad to record your work. September’s program: Fort builder!

Learn how to build a safe and secure driftwood fort at Windjammer Park. Find out about other types of forts, how these building skills could save your life in an emergency situation, and get inspired to build your own! Please dress for the weather and meet at the Windmill.

Early Learning Resources: Every Child Ready to Read and Rock!

Monday, September 30, 11:00am Langley Library, Langley Monday, September 30, 1:30pm Freeland Library, Freeland Join celebrated musician Charlie Hope as she sings interactive songs that promote Ready Readers skills. Plus, discover some new fun ways to reinforce early literacy for your preschoolers.

Growing Healthy Children--STARS Training Monday, September 30, 6:30pm Coupeville Library, Coupeville

Understanding Children with Differing Needs.

We actually have 7 senses! Participants will increase their knowledge and understanding of providing support and balance to youth with differing sensory needs. Please preregister online at www.sno-isle.org. Registration ends: 9/26/2013 at 4:00pm. Presenter: Cheryl Iverson, M.Ed. Seattle Opera Preview Tuesday, October 1, 12:00pm Freeland Library, Freeland Robert McClung returns to Freeland with a preview of Seattle Opera’s Daughter of the Regiment by Gaetano Donizetti. This lively and graceful comedy sparkles with high notes and great fun.

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) Tickets are available by contacting the WICA ticket office (360)221-8268 or (800)638-7631.

Additional information at www.WICAonline. com.

Kitsch ‘N Bitch - Septoberfest Saturday, September 28, 7:30pm Tickets: $15 Now in its third season, the popular stage show is hosted by Sue Frause and features chefs, cuisine, and conversation. This season’s opener is the second annual “Septoberfest,” a local spin on the popular Oktoberfest celebration.

Joining Sue at the kitchen table will be Maureen Cooke, owner of Mo’s Pub & Eatery in Langley, preparing beer brats with caramelized onions and potatoes; and Bridget Drake and Christel Layton of Mormor’s Danish Aebleskiver, demonstrating how to make the Danish delicacy. Special guest bartender is Sherry Jennings of Diamond Knot Brewery in Mukilteo. Also returning for their third season is the Kitsch ‘N Bitch house band Deja Blooze, featuring the bluesy tunes of David Gignac, David Gregor, Scott Small and Russell Sparkman.

Star Party Friday, October 4, begins at dark Fort Nugent Park, Oak Harbor Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, planets and nebulas at this free public Star Party hosted by the Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS). No telescope is needed and people of all ages are welcome to attend. Be sure and dress warmly and note that the event will be canceled if the weather is cloudy. For more information, contact Dan Pullen at (360)6797664 or icaspub@juno.com, or visit www. icas-wa.webs.com.

Meerkerk’s Fall Garden Fest Saturday, October 5, 9:00am-4:00pm Sunday, October 6, 9:00am-4:00pm Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank Garden art and plants are featured in this end of season sale offering unique adornments for your garden. Meerkerk’s nursery is joined by specialty nurseries including bamboo, ferns & maple trees. Local artists will offer useful and decorative garden treasures including wire, metal, glass, & wood creations. Entrance to the Gardens is free on sales days. For more information, call (360)678-1912 or (360)222-0121 or visit www.meerkerkgardens.org.

Explore Whidbey! Business and Home Show Saturday, October 5, 10:00am-4:00pm Sunday, October 6, 10:00am-4:00pm Oak Harbor High School, Oak Harbor A Community Celebration of all that Whidbey Island has to offer. Meet local businesses, non-profits, and representatives from Senator Murray’s and Representative Rick Larson’s office. Demonstrations by Pacific Northwest Art School, Pee Wee Cheerleaders, Leap and Bounds Dance, performances by Whidbey Playhouse, guitarist Quinn Fitzpatrick and much more! For more information, visit www.iscoedc. com.

Join us as we gather together to sing simple chants, pray scripture, enter into sacred silence, and pray for healing, peace and reconciliation.

Invite your family and friends. This is a beautiful spiritual practice to slow down the hectic pace of life in our modern world.

The church is located at 804 Third Street in Langley. The parish office may be reached at 360-221-5383.

Prayer Group Every Tuesday, 4:00pm-5:30pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley Studying growth in the Holy Spirit: There’s always more, expecting new fire. Led by Sister Nancy Keller, S.C. For more information, call Bill at (360)221-8174.

Filipino Christian Fellowship Sunday School, 1:00pm; Worship Service, 2:00pm Church on the Rock, Oak Harbor Pastor Jansen Onggao

Healing Room 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.

Living Circle: Friends on the Path Every Sunday, 10:30am 917 E. Whidbey Ave., Oak Harbor 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

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LOcaLLy OwnEd. 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

LOcaLLy OpEratEd. speaker Kevin Mutschler of Whidbey Horticulture, Inc. The Greenbank Progressive Clubhouse is located at Bakken and Firehouse Roads. For additional information, call Reece Rose at (360)579-5880.

Dr. Alicia Capsey Dr. Thom Rogers

Republican Women’s Club of North Whidbey Thursday, October 3, 11:30am San Remo Restaurant, Oak Harbor

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

A no-host luncheon. Program is a presentation of the Whidbey General Hospital Bond. The bond will be on the general ballot in November.

Members, family, and general public are invited to get answers to your questions. Further information may be had by calling (360)678-4602.

Prima Bistro, Langley

DAV Chapter 47

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

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

Galleries and Art Shows Featured Artist: Sandra Dubpernell Through September Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville Completely self-taught, Sandy has been creating affordable copper foiled stained glass designs for over 40 years, specializing in colorful flatwork and fused glass.

Featured Artists: Marie Plakos & John Olsen Through September Artworks Gallery, Greenbank Photographer John Olsen shoots with various format B&W films and treasures the art of darkroom printing. His current display combines classic motorcycles and local historic images.

Plakos roams the world with her digital camera and captures striking color images. As a repeat traveler she has accumulated a wide ranging collection, which includes many animal photographs from Africa.

Featured Artists: Kathleen FrugéBrown & Lloyd Whannell Through September Rob Schouten Gallery, Greenbank September will feature two of the gallery’s favorite artists, painter Kathleen Frugé-Brown and sculptor Lloyd Whanell. “Whannell and Frugé-Brown share an ability to look closely at their subject and medium, then creating from this deep vision. Their work will stop you in your tracks,” says gallery owner Rob Schouten.

Featured Artists: Meredith MacLeod & Janis Miltenberger

(360) 679-8946

The meeting is open to all veterans. If you have any questions, please contact the DAV at (360)257-4801.

The Islands Chapter Red Cross needs volunteers! We have opportunities to fit a variety of interests and time commitments.

Consider being part of our disaster action or shelter teams, health services, or Services to Armed Forces. You can also promote emergency preparedness, participate in parades and community events, or help with administrative tasks. Visit our booth at the Home Depot Safety Fair October 5, or attend our Safe in the Sound emergency preparedness presentation at the Coupeville Rec Hall October 15. Email Linda.

Giles@redcross.org for more info about volunteering.

Bingo Every Sunday, 6:30pm Knights of Columbus Hall, Oak Harbor Open to the public. For more information, call (360)675-6070.

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

Coupeville Lions Every Wednesday, 6:30pm Coupeville Methodist Church, Coupeville

Cribbage Club Every Thursday, 6:00pm Pizza Factory, Oak Harbor

Duplicate Bridge Every Tuesday, 10:30am Ledgewood Beach Community Hall, Coupeville

This exhibit features new prints by Francy Blumhagen, Buffy Cribbs, Briony Morrow Cribbs, Diane Divelbess, Bridget Fischer and Bruce Morrow.

For more information, contact Sue Thomas at (360)678-7047, jetsue@cablespeed.net; Mardi Dennis at (360)675-5044, mvdennis@ comcast.net; or Peter Wolff at (360)678-3019, einkaufen@cablespeed.com.

Jam Session

Through October 3 Raven Rocks Gallery, Greenbank

Every Friday, 6:30pm Click Music, Oak Harbor

This month, Lynne Adams and Windwalker Taibi have created artwork in one of the most ancient of forms of expression, neckwear that make statements which can express how we are feeling, thinking or wanting to be seen on our fresh new day. You will find a striking selection of hand-crafted neckwear in semi-precious gems, hand dyed buffalo bone, blown glass and hammered metals. Each week there will be new additions.

All levels, all instruments, whatever you make music with. For more information please call (360)675-5544.

Thursday, October 3, 10:00am Greenbank Progressive Clubhouse, Greenbank Following the business meeting, the program, “Dwarf Conifers & Plants That Do Well On Whidbey Island”, will be presented by guest

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Saturday, October 5, 9:00am-1:00pm Home Depot, Oak Harbor

Fourth Annual Print Show

Meetings and Organizations

Oak Harbor Tuesday - Friday Billing Most Insurances

Red Cross-Islands Chapter

Featuring 2D mixed media works by Meredith MacLeod and lampwork glass by Janis Miltenberger.

“Songs of September: Elegant to Kicky Jewelry Designs”

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Cribbage players unite! Great fun, good people, all ages, come join the fun. The Pizza Factory offers discounts on all menu items to players.

For more information, call Tim at (360)6783480. For information on the Sunday game please call Cheryl at (360)914-0084.

Through September 29 Museo Gallery, Langley

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Kiwanis Club of Oak Harbor Every Wednesday, 7:00am San Remo Restaurant, Oak Harbor The Kiwanis Club of Oak Harbor has been an active part of the community since 1967.

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By Eileen Brown

As I relaxed in the company of friends over breakfast at a local restaurant recently, we hit one of those conversation lags that beg to be filled. So I did.

Now you are probably thinking, “She’ll never shut up.” Well, I do. When everybody else is sleeping, I zip it.

But what to bring to this table of average non-celebrities? First we rehashed practically eye-witness reports of a huge limb falling off one of our town’s prized, historic oak trees.

“All we heard was a snap,” offered one lady without taking an eye off her omelet. As we were all eating and know our table manners, we didn’t answer. Looking at each other, a proper silence was observed in memory of the rugged beauties. Garry oaks are vulnerable and need to be preserved.

No one at our table had been fishing, but we all knew someone who had. “A neighbor down the road reports having had a good month or better for pinks,” I report. “He says silvers are coming in now and will go well into October.” Most fish from shore as few have boats, making for crowded fishing at certain areas, like Admiral’s Cove.

Did he get his money’s worth (the cost of a fishing license, gas, etc.)? “Well, he told me it’s fun being out there and he put some food on the table,” I said.

Of course, talk always migrates to the subject of weather. The lone gentleman and a brave soul remarks, “We have our best two days of summer in January.” He does have a point.

Great. Now he has a silly smile on his face.

(I am not identifying anyone in this piece as a courtesy to him … “You will not put my name in that thing.”)

Another in our group remarks, “Back in the 80s, we would have day after day of 80s and low 90s. This heat is nothing new.”

I wonder what our late friend Sally would have to say about the weather. Her chair is empty and I ask myself again, is she really in a “better place?”

Sally stepped up and raised three grandchildren when a daughter died. If anyone deserved a break, she certainly did. It seems wasteful to me to spend billions on guns that will never shoot and planes that will never fly and not fund research to cure cancer. More silence as we shake our heads.

“Looks like fall is sneaking up on us,” offers one of the group. To which another adds, “Better check the batteries and get in some dry wood.”

He’s still got it Jimmie Rodgers performed for 1 ½ hours on stage at the Coupeville Performing Arts Center Sept. 12, much to the delight of over 200 followers. Katrina MacGregor is Rodgers’ agent. “After the show, I felt like I was fending off a crowd of people with walkers,” she laughed. Fans wanted to get close to Jimmie and have him sign their books and CDs or, in the case of Whidbey Weekly columnist Jim Freeman, his box of Honeycomb cereal.

Katrina said Rodgers showed great stamina for a man who had four-way heart surgery two months ago. Some comments from those who attended include this one from Gail: “I can’t believe how Jimmie’s wife Mary could run up and down those stairs at the concert. She is like a teenager. Please tell Jimmie how much we all loved him” (signed) Gail; “Thanks for a glorious evening with Jimmie, Mary and their many fans. You touched so many hearts last night. You are

a true gift. I’m still spinning. Couldn’t sleep, just kept rewinding the memories.” (signed) Jim in Freeland; and from Kathy, “Both Jimmie and Mary are lovely folks. What a beautiful ‘spirit’ he has and he radiates it constantly.” Agent MacGregor also received many compliments on her professional handling of everything from sound check to autographs. The following day, she packed everyone up for a stop at the Ballard and Call Gallery, where a ceremony was to be held at which the city of Camas named a street after Rodgers.

Over easy, please When you take your family to eat breakfast at the VFW Post Sunday morning, Sept. 29, you get more than just pancakes, sausages, eggs or biscuits and gravy. You are helping provide services to veterans through assistance and community service programs. The post is at 3037 North Goldie Road and the meal is served from 10AM to Noon. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for seniors and children.

It’s fun to go and see who else is there. Call 675-4048.

Bill, how could you?

I admit it. I watch DWTS. If you know that stands for Dancing with the Stars, then you too are a closet dancer. I know. I used to dream of dancing with Gene Kelly or Donald O’Connor, so I half-halfheartedly tuned in to see the new season which was touted as all new, all different. Then I saw him.

Bill Nye, the Science Guy, the guy with the beaker and taped up eyeglasses, has signed on to dance. Could I bear to watch it?

Turns out Bill is a dancer already. He knows how to move on the dance floor and how to hold a girl. He and his partner glided as though on the deck of a cruise ship headed to Madagascar.

The judges were not impressed and commented on his wooden performance. Each judge gave a score of 4, or a total score for the night of 12. Now 12 out of a possible 30 points is rather dismal, so it didn’t look good for Bill and his dancing partner.

I did not vote for them or any dancers. Better to be let go early in the game.

Valerie Harper looked self-conscious and Snooki from Brooklyn has past experience dancing on tables. I promise this is the only recap you will read during the entire season.

Really.

They change things There are crusaders among us, men and women who love their community enough to give up weekends and evenings to blanket the community with support of the hospital bond. This quote from the late Steve Jobs reminded me of them.

“Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward.

And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.”

Did you know Whidbey General Hospital is the lowest “supported” hospital district in the state of Washington in terms of tax support from the community? Read about the upcoming bond at www.whidbeygen. org and click on the link. Watch an excellent video and get answers to all your questions.

Then tell a friend.

Write to me at stilltalking2009@yahoo.com

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On Track with Jim Freeman

It occurred to me recently, as I was tarping an eighty-two year old caboose roof, that not only can we approach life with an attitude of “Life is what you make it”, we can approach life with an attitude that “Life is ours to make”.

The first expression, “Life is what you make it”, implies the interpretation of an effect.

Such a remark is typically used in conjunction with dysfunctions at the junction.

Seldom has one said to me, “Jim, life is what you make it,” unless I have initiated a screw up. Praise, in this context, has certainly not been the intention of the speaker.

The other expression, “Life is ours to make,” is more causal.

It implies more of accountability, more responsibility, and more action of purpose.

Jim Freeman, Whidbey Weekly columnist, hugs his prize: an autographed box of Honeycomb cereal. Only the Fun Master would think of it.

Rodgers recorded the song “Honeycomb” in the summer of 1957. (Katrina MacGregor photos)

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VFW Open Microphone Night

dedicated to the well being of the children in our community.

Every Tuesday, 6:00pm-9:00pm VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor

Meet Feet Co-Ed Hiking Group

Bring your musical instrument; acoustic or electric, Flamenco or Country, drums, stand-up, karaoke or kazoos! All are welcome to perform or enjoy the performances. Musicians and audience guests are welcome! If you can’t play, come in and listen. For more information, call (360)675-4048 or visit www.vfwpost7392.org

Every Saturday, 10:00am-12:00pm Locations and terrain vary Occasionally the group goes to the mainland so times can change. The current schedule is available at http://maxxeon.com/meetfeet/. To join the email list for weekly detailed walk notices and car pool locations, send an email to meetfeet@gmail.com.

North Whidbey Island Rotary Sunrise Every Wednesday, 7:00am Whidbey Golf and Country Club, Oak Harbor Come join us anytime! We support local and international projects. Contact Janis Powell at (360)679-2132 for more information.

Oak Harbor Lions Club Wednesdays, 7:00pm San Remo Grill, 421 NE Midway, Oak Harbor Dinner available from the menu at 6:00pm, meeting starts at 7:00pm. Visitors and prospective members welcome. For information, call Jeanne Wilson at (360)675-4976.

Oak Harbor Rotary Club Every Friday, 12:00pm Oak Harbor Yacht Club For more information: http://www.clubrunner. ca/CPrg/Home/homeE.asp?cid=806

Occupy Whidbey Island Every Monday, 4:30pm Bayview Community Hall, Langley Occupy Whidbey Island is a non-partisan, nonhierarchical, non-violent group of the 99% taking action in support of the Occupy Movement. For more information, you may email us at occupywhidbeyisland@gmail.com, or visit our facebook site, http://www.facebook.com/pages/ Occupy-Whidbey-Island/299820386727

Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor Every Friday, 7:30am CPO Club, Oak Harbor Cost: $9.50 SIOH is part of the world’s largest service organization, made up of dedicated professionals who provide enhancement to the quality of life through friendship, education, service, advocacy and financial support. Members are committed to bettering humanity locally, nationally and globally for the purpose of making a difference for and advancing the status of women and girls. For questions, please call Michele at (360)914-7102 or email sioakharbor@soroptimist.net.

South Whidbey Rotary Every Tuesday, 7:30am Useless Bay Golf & Country Club, Langley For more information, call (360)321-5867.

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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 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.

AARP Safe Driving Saturday, September 28, 9:00am-4:00pm Oak Harbor Senior Center, Oak Harbor Cost: $12 for AARP members, $14 for nonmembers Tradewinds Insurance of Oak Harbor 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 Insurance for discounts. Must register at the Oak Harbor Senior Center. For more information, call (360)279-4580. Please bring your lunch.

Instructor: Karen Bishop

Sign Language Wednesdays, October 2-23, 6:00pm-6:45pm South Whidbey Parks and Rec, Langley Cost: $50 for 4 consecutive sessions Learn to introduce yourself to a deaf person.

Fun class, taught by Susan, who enjoys teaching people who are first time learners to this language. Great refresher class for those who have been learned signs years ago. Taught by Susan Ishikawa, Teacher of Deaf and Hardof-Hearing. Please pre-register with Carrie at (360)221-5484 or on-line at www.swparks. com.

On that note, allow me to bend your ears with my eavesdropping eyes to see if there could be any purpose to my action.

Life, Liberty and the Pursuit Last week at the over-the-top, over-the-rainbow Jimmie Rodgers concert at the Coupeville Performing Arts Center, I waited in line with many others for autographs and celebrity chit-chat following the show.

Barb and Birch Barrett were two of the celebrities I met while we were all holding our mementos, some Jimmie Rodgers’ Honeycomb or Kisses Sweeter than Wine 45s, some with Jimmie’s tell-all autobiography, Dancing On The Moon, or, in my case, a box of Honeycomb cereal and a can of Spaghettio’s.

You surely remember the 60s’ commercial which paraphrased the Rodgers hit tune Oh Oh, I’m fallin’ in love again with the pasta preferred musical bed Oh-Oh, Spaghettios.

I gave a can of Spaghettios, purchased locally at the Oak Harbor Dollar Tree, to Barb Barrett after I learned her husband Birch’s grandparents had originally lived on and farmed the property that is presently the Coupeville middle school and high school area, right where we were standing for our Jimmie Rodgers’ autographs.

Birch’s grandparents lived along side a community of Native Americans in 1880s’ Coupeville. No big deal to Birch.

Birch has had eleven surgeries, with metal placed in both of his hips. No big deal to Birch.

When Birch and Jimmie spoke, they compared health charts.

Rodgers won the frequency award with twenty brain surgeries in forty years, but Birch won the senior survivor so far award in being three years older than Jimmie’s eighty years.

No big deal to Birch. Just another day in Paradise.

The Old Poodle A wealthy old lady decides to go on a photo safari in Africa, taking her old poodle Cuddles along for the company.

One day the poodle starts chasing butterflies and before long, Cuddles discovers she is lost. Wandering about, Cuddles the poodle notices a leopard heading rapidly in her direction, with the certain intention of having lunch.

The old poodle thinks, “Oh, oh! I’m in deep kimchee now!” Noticing some bones on the ground close by, Cuddles immediately settles down to chew on the bones with her back to the approaching ferocious leopard.

Just as the hungry leopard is about to leap, the old poodle barks loudly, “Boy, that was one delicious leopard! I wonder if there are any more of these tasty, spotted cats around here?”

Hearing this, the young leopard halts his attack in mid-strike, as a look of terror comes over him as he slinks away into the trees.

“Whew!” says the leopard, “That was close! That old poodle nearly had me!”

Meanwhile, a monkey who had been watching the whole scene from a nearby tree figures he can put this charade knowledge to good use by trading it for protection from the leopard.

So off the monkey goes, but the old poodle sees the

monkey heading after the leopard with great speed.

Cuddles the poodle, being at the top of the AKC Dog IQ list, figured something must be up.

Soon, the monkey catches up with the leopard, spills the beans about the poodle pretending to be tough, and strikes a deal for himself with the leopard.

The young leopard is furious at being made a fool of and says, “Here, monkey, hop on my back and see what’s going to happen to that conniving canine!”

Now, the old poodle sees the leopard coming with the monkey on his back and thinks, “What am I going to do now?” But, instead of running, Cuddles sits down with her back to her attackers, pretending she has not seen them yet.

Just when the leopard and monkey get close enough to hear her, the old poodle says: “Where’s that damn monkey? I sent him off an hour ago to bring me another leopard!”

Okay, so the joke is not that funny unless you like poodles, but at least we were all in Africa for a few paragraphs.

Poetry Slam Time Wednesday, October 16, from 6pm until 8pm, the Whidbey Island Arts Council sponsored Poetry Slam returns to Anchor Books & Coffee in Clinton. If you have not yet experienced a poetry slam, the following information, posted on the State of Washington Poet Laureate’s web page at http://kathleenflenniken.com/blog/?tag=whidbey-island-poetry-slams, explains further: We call them Slams Although they’re Hugs For twenty years Weaving poetry rugs Held once monthly In area pubs And coffee shops And classroom rubs We pick words At least three To include in 20 minutes One’s poetry Read your poem Feel the love Know the comfort No push or shove Overcome fear Overwhelm joy Poetry slams Your poetry toy A poetry slam, Whidbey Island style, involves the host inviting suggestions of three or more words from the audience or judges. The suggested words are to be used as a common thread for a spontaneous, free-form creation by those in attendance.

Within 20-25 minutes, the poems are written. Then the poems are shared aloud with one another.

Competitions can be created, prizes given, or merely classroom instruction for all involved.

Having had the pleasure of hosting the monthly Whidbey Island Arts Council sponsored poetry slams since 1993, I can share unequivocally that all attending, whether they participate in writing a poem on the spot or not, will have a fun time, will feel comfortable sharing their improvisational creations, and will leave with a positive reminder of the multitudinous joys of poetry.

Romance on the High Sees One night, an eighty-seven year-old woman came home from Bingo to find her ninety-two year-old husband in bed with another woman.

The deservedly angry spouse became so violent she ended up pushing her husband off the balcony of their twentieth floor, assisted living apartment, tragically ending his life.

Brought before the court on the charge of murdering her husband, the defendant spouse was asked by the judge, as he looked down upon her inquisitively, “Ma’am, do you possibly have anything to say in your defense?”

“Yes, your honor. I honestly believed, at the moment I pushed him off the balcony, that if my dear, departed husband could have sex at the age of ninety-two, he could surely also fly.”

Quote of the Week Spotted this gem on the bottom of the wine list at the Glass Alley Café in Freeland, across the hall from Freeland’s Chamber of Commerce offices: “With wine in hand, one reaches the happy state where men are wise, women are beautiful, and even one’s children begin to look promising.”

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FRIDAY, September 13 9:42AM, S Oak Harbor St. Caller advising pigeon inside the unit and they can’t get it out.

12:10PM, SE Dock St. 3 white males, 2 in red hoods, climbing onto roofs, throwing rocks at passing cars.

Caller last saw them on top of Yummies.

10:57AM, S Beeksma Dr. Caller requesting contact down at Staysail RV Park referencing female who is refusing to leash her dog. Will be waiting by her van. States OHAC will know who to look for. Caller is retired ACO for Anacortes.

7:01PM, SW Rock Rose Dr. Barking dogs at location. Ongoing problem. Caller requesting a check and contact.

12:03PM, SW Swantown Ave. Caller requesting call referencing threats she is receiving from a female she sold a TV to. No physical threats but says she knows what type of car caller drives and where she lives.

2:16PM, E Whidbey Ave. Requesting contact in lobby referencing tenants at location who continue to write her bad checks.

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14. Second largest of the Great Lakes 17. Fifth canonical hour

3:27PM, NW 2nd Ave. Reporting parents, during student pick up, driving into caller yard and generally unsafe driving practices. Requesting checks. Occurs around 3:10-3:25pm every week day.

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9:31PM, SW Swantown Ave. Caller requesting call referencing threatening texts she is receiving from a female who bought a TV from her off of Craig’s List. Caller now advising she is receiving threatening voicemails as well.

SUNDAY, September 15 1:01AM, SE Ely St. Caller advising multiple people, who have been drinking, are walking through her backyard, yelling at caller. Caller is yelling curse words at the subjects.

18. Minor player 1:57PM, NW Heller St. 22. Auspices Male shot at caller’s vehicle. Gray Lincoln 3:58PM, SW 6th Ave. 23. Kind of cross LS 4-Dr. Headed up Heller. No one is Caller requesting contact. Advising having 24. File injured. Unknown if shot hit the vehicle. problems with administration. Caller advis25. Hindu queen ing people with the foundation follow her 9:03AM, NE 8th Ave. and caller is concerned they were inter26. Accommodate Requesting contact referencing neighbors cepting her calls, so she got a new phone. chickens constantly on his property. Mess28. Bit of high jinks ing up his car and driveway.

5:11PM, SR 20 29. Who “ever loved you Caller requesting response for elderly 6:17PM, SW Barlow St. more than I,� in song woman, described as half naked. Skirt with Subject yelling at parked cars and traffic.

(2 wds) nothing under. Currently in the parking lot White male, blonde hair, black hood, grey 30. Comb stoppers in front of the store. Caller advising she is backpack, sandals. Currently at DK Market. gargling and spitting, running back and 35. North American MONDAY, September 16 forth. songbird 8:53AM, SE Midway Blvd.

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41. Monetary unit of 5:43PM, SW Silverberry St. 9:22AM, SW Rock Rose Dr. Serbia Caller advising in the area of Swantown Requests a phone call from OHAC refer42. Shrink Ridge/Swantown Rd., lady was crawling encing the barking dogs next door to her up the hill of a yard and then laid down.

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8:07PM, SW Rock Rose Dr. Caller recalling. Advising the dog owner is home now. Requesting someone respond right away to issue a citation for the barking dog as this has been an ongoing problem for 6 years.

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10:59PM, SW Rock Rose Dr. Barking dog since 7:00pm. Caller can not sleep. Another caller calling referencing the barking dogs to the right.

SATURDAY, September 14 11:36PM, SW Erie St. Caller came to police department to report a female, who was seen walking from Albertsons to Starbucks, appears to have urinated in her pants.

12:03PM, SR 20 Female in the store. Caller requesting she be asked to leave. Wet herself, talking to herself. Caller does not think female needs aid.

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THURSDAY, September 19 2:17PM, NE Ernst St. Reporting a suspicious vehicle parked in front of location. Caller asked why they were parked in the parking lot of location and who they were there to see. They wouldn’t answer caller. He asked them to move, they are now parked in front of location. Requesting check of subjects.

5:32PM, NW Upsala Dr. Wants to know how to go about getting someone he is in a relationship with moved from location.

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LOcaLLy OpEratEd. and the wisdom to know the difference. Your family circumstance sounds ideal for helping you to accomplish exactly that.

Your mindset is the deep and probing sort that creates rapid personal growth, at the cost of great discontent. I dare say you would find something to be unhappy about, no matter what kind of family you were born into.

You’re where you need to be, so count your blessings. And when the games begin, stand up-wind.

cHIckEn LITTLE anD THE aSTrOLOGEr

By Wesley Hallock

Dear Astrologer I am a commissioned sales person, which means no sales, no paycheck. My work requires me to be outgoing and upbeat.

I’m Perky Poodle on the job, all smiles and charisma while saying and doing whatever I can do to make the sale. I ooze charm to keep bread on the table, but inside, I feel like a phony. I’m not nearly as confident as I pretend to be while closing a deal.

Off the job, I’m an introvert. Sometimes I have to sleep all weekend to recover from the stress my phony confidence creates in me in the course of a work week.

It’s been two years since I began selling, and it’s not getting any easier. I’m good at what I do, but I’m always afraid, and worried that the fear is a sign I’m not on my right path.

What do my planets say? Am I on my path? Is there a reason I’m so fearful? June 30, 1987, at 5:43 PM in Manchester, Minnesota Trembling on the Inside Dear Trembling We are all two people—the person we tell ourselves we should be, and the person we truly are.

You tell yourself you should feel more confident, when truly, your planets show you are someone who has spent many lifetimes immersed in partnerships that did not allow you to develop as an individual. How can you have confidence in a self that is as yet largely undefined? That is like satisfaction from a meal not yet eaten.

Your path in this lifetime is to sample life widely and learn who you are by trial and error. You seem to be solidly on your path and doing marvelously well. Unless you have moral conflicts with the product you represent, I advise that you stop undermining yourself and continue to sell. Instead of telling yourself you are a phony, relax, and accept that your lack of inner composure means only that you are still learning what it means to be you. That step alone will produce a magical boost of confidence that will deepen over time. In the meanwhile, be kind to yourself. You’re doing much better than you think.

Dear Astrologer Can you tell me about my family? I want to know why I’m in it. I really don’t feel like I belong. Like right now, my Dad and my two older brothers are drinking beer, chewing snuff and trying to outdistance each other in a game of I Can Hit It From Here. The “it” is grandpa’s brass spittoon. I really, really don’t feel like I belong. August 23, 1995, at 1:33 PM in Chattanoga, Tennessee.

CM Dear CM Your family is helping you to accomplish your set of spiritual goals. For one, you have an emotionally controlled and rigid aspect to your personality, which your family triggers unintentionally with behaviors of the sort you describe. When that happens, they are affording you the opportunity to loosen up and practice acceptance.

Another of your evolutionary goals is to develop a healthy use of your will and personal power. This may be summed up by paraphrasing an old saying: You are here to gain the strength to change the things you can, the ability to accept the things you can’t change,

Dear Astrologer Each morning when my husband and I part to go to our jobs, we share a peck of a kiss.

Reuniting home at day’s end, it’s another peck, suitable for mothers and infants. No passion. We sleep without touching, unless it’s by accident. I’m not saying it’s him or me; it’s just where we’re at. It wasn’t always like this, but somehow we’ve disconnected. The spark no longer flows between us.

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Before the sky really does fall on one of us, in the form of a divorce or an affair, is there anything in my planets about where the passion went? Is it slated to come back? May 10, 1970, at 1:11 AM in Detroit, Michigan.

Not Ready to Be a Nun Dear Not Ready Each of us has a planetary timetable by which we are called to face our greatest fears, and your time is now. You have already described your greatest fear. It is the fear of being starved for affection in a loveless marriage.

The good news is that you’ve been given ways to influence how this great fear unfolds and manifests in your life. You have power over it you have not used. If you want reconnection with your husband, then take down the barriers that prevent it. Give your husband something real to connect to. Open your heart and bare the real you whom you’ve always kept secret for fear of being rejected. You have grown bored, not with the authentic selves you keep hidden within, but with the safe-but-false personas each of you projects to the other.

Will unmasking save a marriage? Not always, but in your case, I think it will. You have everything to gain by trying, and nothing but two motherly pecks per day to lose.

Dear Astrologer You talk a lot about life’s path. Well, let me tell you about my path. I’m hitting every pothole in the road, and getting pretty sick of it.

The crash of 2008 almost took me out. I lost over fifty percent of my net worth, and in the five years since then, things have only gotten worse. I lost my boat, my timeshares and my house, and let me tell you, when the house went, my wife went. She divorced me quicker than a New York minute and took what little the crash hadn’t taken.

So, give me the date my nightmare ends. I need to know. December 28, 1963, at 5:42 PM in Jacksonville, Florida Still Counting My Losses

Puzzle 1 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.42)

Dear Counting August of 2016.

Life is not about ever-increasing gains. There are periods of loss, and you, along with most everyone on planet Earth, are in one up to your eye balls. How well we as individuals come out of it depends on our ability to adapt to changing conditions. The bankruptcy of Detroit marked the end of the Industrial Age. To prosper in the dawning Information Age demands imagination and creativity. It’s time for you to get over your losses and begin to think outside the box.

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 planetbiz4u2@gmail.com. It’s fun and it’s free.

You’ll also sleep better.

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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.

Canopy for 2006 S-10 Chevrolet truck, dark green fiberglass, lighted interior, side windows open, great condition, $500.

Photos available via email. Call (360)331-4935 (0) Half doors with mirrors and hinges for Jeep Wrangler, $400 firm; Tow bar, $40; Highlift, tall, $50; Windshield, brand new, still in plastic, $75. (360)6720425 (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 Bay-

shore Drive, Suite 5, Oak Harbor. Next to Licensing Office. Come join us for fun and profit.

GaraGE/ESTaTE SaLES Garage Sale: 1 day ONLY, Saturday September 28 from 8AM to 4PM. Men’s and women’s clothes, bar and kitchen ware, mirrors and misc. items. 1273 Polnell Shores Drive, Oak Harbor (0)

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.

cHILDcarE Central Whidbey Cooperative Preschool is now enrolling for the 2013-14 school year.

Morning & Afternoon classes available for ages 3-5. CWCP is a non-profit organization affiliated with Skagit Valley College.

Please call (360)969-2491 for more information or visit us at www.coupevillepreschool.com

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.

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) 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) Part-time Position Available in Oak Harbor Based Retail Store. Must have outstanding customer service skills, organizational skills and must be selfmotivated. Hours will include Saturday evenings and a few days per week. Must be flexible.

Could become full time position.

Email resumes to: oakharborjobs@gmail.com. (5.34) Help Wanted: Part time line cooks, part time servers at The Braeburn! Looking for people who will be here through the

winter, and please have experience, current food handler’s card, and the flexibility to work weekends. Please apply in person between 8am-4pm at 197 D. Second St. Langley (5.37) Holmes Harbor Rod & Gun Club is looking for a Restaurant Club Manager. This is a salaried position that includes health benefits and paid vacation days. Experience Requirements: 3-5 years in Food and Beverage management; Supervisory experience in all front of the house, gambling, and banquet sales/operations; Manage event rentals and catering; Responsibility for day-to-day operations of the Club House and managing wait, kitchen and volunteer staff; Knowledge and experience in state and county law for health and safety food handling standards and liquor regulations. Pay will depend on skills and experience. Please send your resume to: resumes@ hhrodandgun.com. No phone calls or walk-ins please. (5.39) Permanent help wanted. 3-5 Days per week. Knowledge of art supplies helpful. Must be at least 18 years old. Apply in person at Gene’s Art & Frame, 250 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor. No phone calls. (0)

sit-up bench as found in health clubs. Like new, $75; Iron weights: Four 25-lb. Olympic plates, $40. (360)678-2207

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Queen size bed, frame, boxspring & mattress. Excellent & clean. $50 (360)678-2207

Sit-up bench. This is commercial grade, thickly padded, incline

InSTrUMEnTS Like new, Yamaha upright electric piano/keyboard and bench (black). Purchased in 2008 new for $1600. Used only 2 months.

Perfect for any age or skill level; some books included. $950 or best offer. (360)678-6837 or email ginnapier@gmail.com. (1)

LESSOnS Wanted….Guitar Students.

Learn how to play guitar. All ages welcome, from beginners to intermediate levels. All styles, and genre taught, one on one.

Give the gift of music. Contact Scott for more info, (360)6755470.

aPPLIancES 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 Washer & Dryer. Kenmore Elite washer. Whirlpool dryer. $195 for both. Call (360)914-7624 (1)

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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 Two light-colored love seats in great condition; two aqua living room chairs. Love seats and chairs make a perfect set. One chair is scorched from being too close to fireplace. Couches are $50 each and chairs are $25 each. Photos can be emailed.

Call (360)331-4935 (0) Electric, leather recliner, battery back up and cup holders. Used less than 8 months. Good cond.

Great for man cave. $250.

(360)321-2428 (1)

LOcaLLy OpEratEd.

36 round concrete exposed aggregate stepping stones, $35.

Will trade for concrete blocks.

(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 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.

Prices lowered! 40 VHS tapes - popular older movies and 14 VHS tapes of Disney movies for sale - 50 cents each. A list can be emailed to you. Shipping will be added if mailed. Used. Call (360)331-4935 (0) 3 Leather Jackets: 2 women’s suede and 1 black motorcycle, $20-$40 each; Laminate wood flooring, 5 boxes, best offer; 3 Singer sewing machines, $25 each. (360)730-1648 (0)

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you fill some gaps, please order by letter- they are 16$ ea. and shipping will be extra where applicable. you can also reach me at ljohn60@gmail.com.

Tractor lift bars, 3 pt. for pallets or platform, $100. (360)579 4643 (1)

Excellent Grass Hay for Sale Good for horses. $7 per bale.

20 bale minimum. (360)3211624 Wanting to breed our male Yellow AKC Lab for pick of the litter. Keta is a 5-year-old, 100 pound handsome boy.

Great hunter and family dog.

(360)320-4756 (1) French Rouen ducks for sale.

Four months old in full color. $5 each. Call (360)341-4149 (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.

Brand new, never used Lowe Alpine Walkabout backpack, 2100 cu. in., $50. (360)678-2207 Air rifle, GAMO .177 caliber, shadow sport model, 3x9 scope, as new, also auto set metal targets, $125. (360)579 4643 (1)

Will look at all! Please contact jennifernoeljames@yahoo. com or leave message or text (360)632-3494 (0) Decent, clean, running vehicle.

No major repair –I can’t afford it. Low price –under $1000.

Must be able to accept payments. Can perform housekeeping in exchange for lower price/ payments. You can even hold the vehicle until it’s paid off –with contract. Low income –vehicle needed for children’s medical appointments, school event, employment, shopping, children’s extracurricular activities & clubs. Please contact jennifernoeljames@yahoo.com or leave message or text at (360)632-3494 (0) Firewood: I will take down trees or cut up downed trees.

(360)630-6536 (0)

WanTED House to purchase for active young senior lady. MUST accept payments of less than $500/ mo. Able to place $10,000 or less down payment. No park space rentals, fixer upper’s ok as long as it is sound & safe.

Searching all island –but Oak Harbor to Greenbank preferred.

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IMAGE Looking for a great gift idea for Xmas, Birthdays, Fathers day, etc.. here are some local made crafts that will help

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

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

(360)321-1624 Strawberry plants - plant now for early bearing next year $5/ dozen. Forsythia, small cedars & firs. (360)630-6536 (0) Free garden fertilizer. Clean organic horse manure. Easy access. By appt. You load and haul. (360)678-4124 (1)

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The two store dogs are Brutus (the yellow one) and Bruno (the reddish one).

It’s nice to be loved, says Midway Florist

By Eileen Brown Let’s peek in at Rob McGowen’s Midway Florist where it’s the last week of September and falling leaves are swirling down Midway Blvd. Inside, it’s beginning to look a lot like – HOMECOMING! Dates for both Oak Harbor and Coupeville are Oct. 18 (game) and Oct. 19 (dance).

Guys who plan to take their favorite gals to the big game and dance are urged to get orders in quickly. “We’ll get extra help in to handle the landslide of orders,” said McGowen. “We always do. But ordering early makes it’s easier on everyone and we know how much stock we’ll need.”

Back to the busy calendar. McGowen reminds everyone the holidays are only three months away. He asks, “Who is the most important person in your life, the one your mind runs to throughout the day? It’s quite OK to include men on your gift list to receive a beautiful centerpiece or a custom-decorated wreath. He’ll be flattered and remember your thoughtfulness long after Christmas.”

McGowen loves the holidays and suggests adding an elegant touch with a centerpiece to grace the Thanksgiving table. Stop by and see the suggestions in a sample book. The staff gears up for this time of year and McGowen is also making plans for a month-long open house.

For himself, he thanks the community for choosing Midway Florist Best of Whidbey for the second consecutive year.

“This recognition touches me deeply and it makes me realize how much our community and friends mean to me.” Naturally, he includes his staff in that, as Cindy, Toni, Barbara and Catie keep the back shop organized, efficient and fun.

There is no other shop like Midway Florist when it comes to designing important pieces for a corporate office, foyer, sick room or memorial service. The distinctive choice of materials add a touch of class to every setting.

Are you inspired? McGowen will take your ideas and create a one-of-a-kind floral gift for that important person, client or loved one celebrating a birthday.

Midway Florist is located on Midway Boulevard in Oak Harbor, across from WAIF Thrift Shop. They are open 9AM to 5PM Monday through Friday, 9AM to 1PM Saturday. Call (360) 679-2525.

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