Whidbey Weekly February 13, 2014

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LocaLLy opEratEd. You are in good company. Millions are watching as you watch, wanting what you want.

What we want, we will have.

Dear Astrologer, Last October, my computer had a virus. A week long nightmare of tech calls to foreign countries for help finally resulted in its removal, but not in time to head off some interesting developments in my own character.

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By Wesley Hallock

Dear Astrologer, I envy anyone who can enter a room full of strangers and have fun making new friends. I cannot. No matter how I try, I am nervous at gatherings and come away wishing I hadn’t attended.

Over the years, I have acquired enough tricks to convincingly get me by. I paste on a beauty contestant smile and calm myself by picturing everyone naked. I listen intently to what the other person is saying, trying to take a genuine interest. But behind the smile, I’m counting the minutes until I can gracefully leave.

What is it about me that can’t handle strangers?

No Party Animal Born June 19, 1969, at 9:58 P.M. in San Jose, California Dear No Party Animal, You are a layer cake of reasons for not liking strangers. For one, your rising sign is Scorpio, which means you don’t like chit-chat. Your level of intensity skips the small talk. Few people are able or willing to meet you at your level. They think you are angry. Meaning, your best friend may be your dog.

Your Mercury is another reason you are a party no-show. Mercury describes how a person makes friends, and yours will always have something better to do.

The frosting on the cake is your Moon. Normally it would suffer from absorbing all of your Mercury’s negativities. In your case, Moon’s normal receptivity is to a large degree blocked.

This protects it from the bad Mercury stuff, but raises a host of other problems that conspire to make you a loner.

You seem to be making the best of it. Most people must travel to a nude beach to see others as you see them.

Dear Astrologer, I have always found it easy to believe in guardian angels because I so clearly have one. Maybe I have several. Whatever the number, I lead a charmed life. Bad things like traffic accidents and bodily harm just have a way of slipping around me with no harm done. I also get what I want. It may not always come easily or just when I would like it to come, but my wishes do arrive.

This brings me to the point of my letter. I want a return to the values of peace and prosperity for all. The level of unrest shows millions of others want the same. I am worried for those who apparently do not enjoy my level of divine protection. They are attracting the irate attention of those in authority, not always with a happy outcome.

With all that in mind, what is the message in the planets?

Awake and Alert Born March 15, 1954, at 10:03 A.M. in Olympia, Washington Dear Awake and Alert, Have no fear. Ample protection abounds for those about whom you are worried. Where? It is you.

You have in your natal astrology two powerful complexes. The first translates from the original Sanskrit as “tree of plenty.” The second is “celestial coral tree.” These put the power of fulfillment behind your wishes. They are also the power of protection.

The protection is to keep your eye on the action. Your attention impacts every unlawful arrest and every door broken down. When you don’t like what you see, it must change. It is written in the planets.

I’m not talking Chicken Little’s appearance here. My inner Godzilla came out with intent to destroy the computer, the overseas service center and civilization as we have known it. This came as a shock to me. I had no idea I could become such a person.

Now with my sanity and my computer both safely restored, I would prefer not to have a revisit from that version of myself. Can traumatic incidents such as this be seen coming and somehow avoided?

Ferocious Inside Born December 23, 1957 at 10:43 P.M. in Seattle, Washington Dear Ferocious Inside, You might be this column’s first B movie review. Were there English subtitles?

You have exposed in yourself a mild form of what the ancients referred to as a “deceit” formation. I emphasize mild. At its most extreme—I emphasize, again, this is NOT you—it is one clue to the psychopath.

The deceit involves suppression of thoughts and emotions considered to be socially unacceptable. Most often this means violence and anger. Deceit can be conscious and willful or, as in your case, even the person described is unaware of their suppression.

As you discovered, nothing stays hidden forever. For that reason, better than avoidance is to work with healing what you now know to be there.

The key planets are Saturn and Mars. Your next run of a Saturn/Mars period will be in 2026.

Let’s hope it is not Godzilla vs. King Kong.

Dear Astrologer, My New Year’s Resolution for 2014 is to adjust my eating habits around the Moon diet that Demi Moore and some other celebrities follow.

The diet calls for a 26 hour juice or water fast on the new and full Moons, with the prospect of losing up to six pounds. I still haven’t tried it, bummer, because 2014 thus far has delivered something on the crucial days to distract me from my purpose. It almost seems the planets conspire to keep me reaching for comfort food!

What are your thoughts? Is my inability to get in synch with the Moon diet an indication it is not for me?

Out of Step Born March 7, 1960, at 9:54 P.M. in Salem, Oregon Dear Out of Step, You are acting out of synch, all right, but not for the reason you think.

The natural time for anyone to make a resolution that is fun and easy to keep is around their birthday. The thirty day period when the Sun is moving through one’s birth sign may be treated as if it were December. Base your resolution on what you feel dissatisfied with and what you would like to accomplish.

This means the only people who should now be working on fulfilling a 2014 resolution are the Capricorns and Aquarians. All others, including you as a Pisces, are trying to effect changes out of synch with their birth cycle, thus setting themselves up for struggles and disappointment when they fail.

Your thirty day period as a Pisces, February 19 to March 20, is just around the corner. Be sure to write us with your results if a liquids-only fast in tune with the Moon still feels like a “juicy” idea.

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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Veterans from all military engagements live on Whidbey Island. Many veterans and their families do not know about or how to receive the benefits to which they are entitled and need.

Veterans from all services, including those that have returned from service in Iraq and Afghanistan, have filed for disability only to wait up to 24 months for any benefits.

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Letters to the Editor Editor, On Saturday, February 1, the 19th annual Sound Waters “communiversity” filled Oak Harbor High School. This one-day event was designed to inform residents about our place in the world and to raise support for the WSU Island County Beach Watchers program. Our keynote session

by Bill Steele focused on the Cascadia Fault and the earthquake early warning system in development. More than 60 class sessions followed, covering topics as varied as Bald Eagles, Bird Nests, Emergency Preparedness, Caring for your Septic System, Kayaking, Plastics in our Environment, Sharks, Landslides, Coastal Geology, Toxic Stormwater, Native History, Ocean Acidification, History of Fort Casey, Bats, Noxious Weeds (and what to do about them), Fishing, Groundwater, and many more! An Exhibits Hall offered more than 50 displays by environmental groups and emergency preparedness organizations throughout the day.

Beach Watcher volunteers on the Sound Waters Team work for a year to organize and offer this event. On behalf of the Team, I want to extend thanks to everyone who attended and to everyone who made the day a big success. Our 70+ presenters and 50+ exhibitors all shared their time and expertise without compensation, coming from such places as Bellingham, Olympia, Seattle, and the Olympic Peninsula. The Oak Harbor High School was an excellent venue and Wildcat student catering prepared and served excellent lunches. Student volunteers from OHHS ROTC, the Key Club, Ecology Club and the Student Leadership Club helped with set-up and tear down, and guiding attendees throughout the school. The Island County 4-H club served tasty and healthful snacks.

Local businesses generously sponsored the event, allowing the receipts to support the Beach Watcher program. Thanks to Puget Sound Energy, Puget Sound Partnership, Whidbey Island Bank, Whidbey Telecom, the Town of Coupeville, Deception Pass Sail and Power Squadron, South Whidbey Yacht Club, Whidbey Weekly, and Windermere Real Estate (South Whidbey). Other supporters included: Mary Ellen O’Connor who designed our beautiful new design for our tee shirts and tote bags, Wildcat Catering, Whidbey Coffee, Sustainable Whidbey, and Bayview Farm and Garden.

Thanks also to the WSU Waste Wise volunteers who collected a total of only 7 pounds of trash (for 510 people), 12 pounds of recyclables, 7 pounds of reuseables, and 132 pounds of compostables. The Oak Harbor School District helped with the venue and the WSU programs, especially Barbara Bennett, Beach Watcher Coordinator, provided great support for this event. Thanks, too, to the Prairie Center Red Apple for their food donations, the Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge, Senior Services, Linnane Armstrong’s graphic design, Whidbey EcoNetwork and the Oak Harbor Best Western Plus.

Finally, a most sincere thank you to all the 24 Team members who gave generously of their time, talents, and good humor to make this such a fun project and fun day. This event, so special year in and year out, exemplifies a spirit of camaraderie, pride of helping provide information and ideas for consideration to our neighbors, and support for a program we believe in, knowing we are working to make our Whidbey/Camano world a better place to call home. Save February 7, 2015 for our 20th Sound Waters! Come see what we are all about.

Linda Ade Ridder Co-Chair of Sound Waters 2014, for the SW Team

“Thou shall not pass!” was the Oglala Sioux and First Nations’ response to the State Department’s determination that the Keystone XL pipeline would not contribute to climate destabilization nor endanger the Oglala aquifer.

While admitting that “the total direct and indirect emissions associated with the proposed project would contribute to cumulative global GHG emissions,” the State Department denied that the pipeline would make a difference because, “TransCanada would just find another way to ship it.” Ignoring that it costs 20 times more to move by rail then pipeline. The logic was so twisted that there was an immediate response within 72 hours of its release with 200+ national demonstrations decrying it, including one here on Whidbey. Let’s examine the facts.

The pipeline connecting the Tar Sands project in Alberta, Canada with Koch Bros. refineries in Texas, will provide a superhighway for toxic, tar sands diluted bitumen that would carry 600,000 gallons/hour thereby encouraging the development of the horror of the north, which is now despoiling a huge area of Alberta. TransCanada has a terrible record for safety and spills. While trains do derail, spilling thousands of gallons, pipelines spill millions of gallons, as happened in the Kalamazoo River and to Mayflower, Arkansas. It threatens the Oglala aquifer upon which 8 states and 2.3 million people depend as a source of water. It would encourage a business as usual attitude, which denies the reality that climate destabilization and ocean acidification are driven by CO2 pollution. It would provide a few short term, dirty jobs and massive profits for a very few and delay the transition to a much more job intensive renewable energy economy. Finally, It would be an excellent target for terrorists. How would you protect 1,600 miles of pipeline from a couple sticks of dynamite? But, what of our moral obligation to the residents of northern Alberta? They are seeing their forests and lakes destroyed, their air and water polluted and land contaminated with methyl mercury making people sick and raising cancer rates alarmingly.

President Obama said that he would not approve KXL if it is likely to exacerbate climate change. Well, the pipeline has been called the fuse to the tar sands “climate bomb”. We need to send him a clear message that we are not willing to sacrifice our future to the profits of the petroleum industry. If the President denies this project it would be a powerful acknowledgement that we must move on from this radical experiment with fossil fuels whose outcome is now well known. Let’s help him make that decision and get on with the transformation to a world we and our children can live on.

Gary and Dianne Piazzon, Coupeville

Editor, Our South Whidbey Mardi Unit of Ryther Child Center would welcome guys and gals to join us in helping kids through Ryther Child Center programs, in their over coming child abuse, chemical dependency and alcohol. Ryther Child Center is located in North Seattle providing a one of a kind facility with on campus supervised cottages to house and educate kids with the above mentioned “troubles”. Our Mardi Unit on South Whidby supports the Ryther Child Center by having our own annual fall project dinner/auction at a local facility. All monies go directly to Ryther Child Center. Please join us the third (3rd) Tuesday of each month. For more information, please call Fran Johnson at (360) 221-4519 or Bruce Allen at (360) 221-2988.

Fran Johnson, Langley

“Suicide Rate Among Young Veterans Has Tripled, National Report Finds”. At least 22 veterans commit suicide every day and young male veterans under the age of 30 are more likely than others.

Whidbey Veterans Resource Center is a welcoming place for all, connecting in various ways with the community and other resources.

Snowy Owl by Bart Rulon

Experience Snowy Owls with Bart Rulon The winter of 2011–2012 was a tremendous irruption season for Snowy Owls in Washington. Professional wildlife artist and photographer Bart Rulon dedicated more than 200 hours to photographing Snowy Owls that wintered at Boundary Bay, Canada and Ocean Shores, Washington.

Rulon presents slides highlighting some of his favorite photographs from these trips at Whidbey Audubon Society’s public program Thursday, February 13. He shares stories about his experiences with the owls, along with some snowy-owl facts. His article with photographs of the Snowy Owls was also published in the Fall 2012 issue of Around the Pacific Northwest Magazine, of which he will bring copies. He is also bringing cards and matted photos for sale, featuring many of the owl photos found in his colorful presentation.

The February 13 program is open to the public at no charge. This month only, the program it is held at the Trinity Lutheran Church’s gym in Freeland at the corner of Highway 525 and Woodard. Those traveling from the north may turn right onto Woodward Avenue and turn immediately left into the large parking lot by the main building. Those traveling from the south may turn left into the Park & Ride, but continue on to the large church building. Socializing starts at 7:00pm followed by a short meeting at 7:15pm and the program begins at 7:30pm.

Bart Rulon is an award winning wildlife artist and photographer whose career is entering its 23rd year on Whidbey Island. Travels to research his subjects have taken him to Africa, India, South America and Alaska; and an upcoming trip to Costa Rica. He is the author and illustrator of five books about wildlife art and photography, and his work has been included in countless other books, field guides and magazines. His artwork has been exhibited in over 55 different museums and his paintings of birds are included in the permanent collections of the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, the Bennington Center for the Arts, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival and the Massachusetts Audubon Society. Visit Rulon’s website, www. bartrulon.com, to see more of his artwork, photography and books or call him at (360) 678-3882 to set up an appointment to visit his studio.

For more information about the program contact Whidbey Audubon Program chair Robin Llewellyn at (360) 678-5403 or soaringridge@ broadstripe.net.

[Submitted by Susan Prescott]

Programs and Services Expanding at Whidbey Veterans Resource Center (WVRC) for Men, Women, & Families Having Served in the Military Whidbey Veterans Resource Center (WVRC) is expanding its programs and collaborating with several organizations to provide information and referrals, and applications for VA benefits. On site will be the Island County Veterans Services Coordinator and the Opportunity Council Housing Coordinator. Assistance available will include accessing emergency & housing programs, VA enrollment, obtaining DD214, and other community outreach for veterans and their families. A Grand Opening is scheduled for

Peer Support Groups meet two evenings: Mondays at 5:00pm for women; Tuesdays at 5:00pm for men and women.

The WVRC Mission: Connect, Educate, and Serve Veterans, their Families, and Communities.

The Whidbey Veterans Resource Center is located at 14096 Highway 525 in the lower level of the American Legion Post 141 and is open Thursdays from 10:00aam to 2:00pm. For more information, call (360) 331-8081.

[Submitted by Anthony Popp, NAS Whidbey Island]

Who did the Deadly Deed?

When a handsome stranger appears in town claiming to be the heir to a vast local estate, feathers fly in the village of Langley. And when this friendly foreigner is found dead in a flower bed the town is all atwitter about who could have done the deadly deed.

It’s the 30th fatal February in the Village by the Sea and Langley can use all the help it can get to solve the latest in this series of mysterious winter murders.

Sleuths of all ages are invited to participate in the longest running Mystery Weekend in the U.S. The fatal fantasy takes place the weekend of February 22-23. Hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday and 10:00am to 3:00pm Sunday.

The Coroner’s Report will be given at 1:00pm Saturday in Langley Park on Anthes Street. The solution will be announced and prizes awarded Sunday at 4:30pm at Langley Middle School auditorium.

Mystery Weekend headquarters is the Langley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center at 208 Anthes Street.

Participants can buy a ticket and map to 36 clue locations for $10, or $8 for seniors, youth and military. Ticket holders will also be given a copy of The Langley Gazette with details of the crime.

For more information, call (360) 221-6765 or go to visitlangley.com.

[Submitted by Betty Freeman, Langley Chamber of Commerce]

Whidbey Gardening Workshop Offers Opportunity for Area Gardeners to Learn From Experts Gardeners from novice to advanced will be able to choose from 40 classes covering a wide array of gardening topics at the day-long Whidbey Gardening Workshop to be held at Oak Harbor High School on Saturday, March 8, 2014.

The workshop will feature classes in garden care, maintenance and design with a focus on sustainability, and include growing and caring for vegetables, fruits, and ornamental plants.

A special panel session will focus on the challenges of gardening in the Maritime Northwest, highlighting weather and growing conditions, wildlife, and water resources. Featured advanced classes will focus on gardening for non-stop color, garden renovation and simplifying the garden landscape for easier care and maintenance.

The day of classes will be capped by keynote speaker, Marty Wingate, noted Seattle-based author of books for Northwest gardeners, radio gardening advisor and popular speaker about gardens and garden travel. Wingate will be speaking on making the best plant choices for Northwest gardens and growing conditions.

Workshop instructors have credentials in Horti-

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Locally operated. he achieved outstanding academic marks, but his good attitude and respect for those around him promises to make his freshmen year a big success.”

“We have a good cross section of restaurants that have agreed to participate in the program, so there are lots of choices for diners. People can dine in or order take-out food during each restaurants hours of operation,” said Susie Richards, co-chair of the Dine Out Program along with retired educator Jean Shaw.

The workshop will also feature a garden marketplace highlighting vendors, nurseries and artisans offering the latest plants, unique garden art, gardening accessories and books.

Workshop participants can also browse a number of gardening-related exhibits.

Now in its 26th year, the Whidbey Gardening Workshop is presented by the Island County Master Gardener Foundation. The Master Gardener Program is an outreach and education program of Washington State University Extension.

Whidbey Gardening Workshop is open to the public and costs $45 at the door. Pre-registration is only $40 now through March 2 online at www.whidbeygardeningworkshop.org, and offers the opportunity to secure class preferences the earlier the registration is made. To request a registration packet by mail, call the Master Gardener Hotline at (360) 240-5527 or contact the WSU Island County Extension at (360) 240-5558.

Participating restaurants include Gordon’s On Blueberry Hill, Cafe Langley, Mukilteo Coffee Roasters Café in the Woods, Freeland Café, Mos Pub and Eatery, Hong Kong Gardens, and Patron Mexican Restaurant.

Castle Island - Kiana Tatekawa: “Kiana is self-motivated and always on-task. She is a hard-working student who attempts to complete all assignments and tasks. Kiana is willing to answer questions and participate in class discussions. Castle Island is happy to award December Shipmate of the Month to Kiana Tatekawa!”

[Submitted by Sue Terhar, SWSD]

Seeking Applicants for Island County Planning Commission

OHHS Shipmates-of-the-Month

A student recognition program, called the Shipmates-of-the-Month, recognizes one student per month based on demonstrable gains in the areas of academic or behavioral growth, community contribution(s), and/or acts of altruism. The following students have earned this recognition:

Fortress Island - Charles Elamparo: “Charles is an enthusiastic learner who Fortress Island is grateful to have. He consistently tries and works hard in all his classes. Charles is not afraid to ask questions and access additional support when he needs it to be successful.”

Skull Island - Ezekiel Hocking: “Zeke is a unique young man who is comfortable expressing his own opinions and contributing to class discussions. He has an innate curiosity and loves learning. He exceeds expectations in his work and helps other students. He holds himself to very high standards and seeks out help when he is confused. He works well with other students and contributes to group projects.”

Justice Island - Renne Richards: “Renne has consistently proven to be an outstanding student in her core classes. Her ability to stay on top of her daily classroom and homework assignments, think critically, express her thoughts and opinions thoughtfully and articulately in writing, analyze details, and show kindness and respect to her peers and teachers has undoubtedly help lead to her success throughout her first semester in high school. Her ability to work cooperatively with others has helped her become a kind leader in the classroom, showing others how to discover new information on their own. We are delighted to honor Renne with Student of the Month.”

The Island County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to complete a term on the Island County Planning Commission from Commissioner District 2 (which encompasses all of the greater Oak Harbor area). This term will run until January 2, 2015. Members must reside in the district appointed to represent.

The Board of County Commissioners appoints Planning Commission members for 4 year terms, which may be renewed by mutual agreement. The Planning Commission consists of nine members, three from each County Commissioner District, to assure county-wide representation. The Board of County Commissioners seeks to ensure that the Planning Commission is a balanced committee representing many different viewpoints with regard to land use. The Planning Commission makes recommendations to the Board in matters concerning growth and development as authorized in the Planning Enabling Act (RCW 36.70).

The Planning Commission generally meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, beginning at 9:00am in the Courthouse Annex Hearing Room, Coupeville. Depending on the agenda, some meetings are held in the evenings and/or on Camano.

Meetings run 2 to 6 hours or more depending on the complexity of the agenda. Preparation and research is necessary. Service on the Planning Commission is unpaid; however, members may obtain reimbursement for travel expenses to and from meetings.

Interested individuals should send a letter of interest including a statement of qualifications and a resume to: Island County Board of Commissioners, Attn: Pam Dill, Re: Planning Commission Vacancies, Post Office Box 5000, Coupeville, WA 98239, no later than 4:30pm, Tuesday, February 25, 2014. For additional information please phone (360)679-7353 or e-mail pamd@co.island.wa.us.

[Submitted by Jennifer DePrey, OHHS]

[Submitted by Pam Dill]

Dine Out Wednesdays for South Whidbey Schools

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Seven restaurants have teamed up with the South Whidbey Schools Foundation to raise funds for classroom grants by encouraging residents to Dine Out Wednesdays for SW Schools during February and March.

Battleship Island - Lucas Nickelson: “When a student enters Oak Harbor High School they come with a fresh start. Lucas is a guy who came with a goal in mind and has stuck with it; a goal of success! In September Lucas kept working on a positive mind frame in respect to school. Fast forward to December and we see Lucas has taken the world on. Not only has

“Our hope is that South Whidbey residents will visit a different participating restaurant each Wednesday during the months of February and March,” said Richards. We encourage participants to be sure to mention to their servers that they came to support the Dine Out Wednesdays for SW Schools program, as it will help both the restaurants and Foundation gauge the effectiveness of the program.

The South Whidbey Schools Foundation is a 501c-3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting innovation and excellence in the South Whidbey School District. More information about the foundation, including a full list of the projects funded over the past several years, can be found at www.SWSFoundation.org.

[Submitted by Sheri Gerhard] Oak Harbor High School’s 9th grade transition program is called the Island Program. Each island is comprised of an English teacher, a math teacher and a science teacher. They share a total of 90 students who rotate together in classes of thirty for three periods each day. The vision of the Island Program is to have all 9th grade students ready for 10th grade and on track to a 4-year graduation.

those Wednesdays will be donated to the Foundation to fund teacher-requested, innovative classroom projects. The Foundation has given out more than $150,000 in classroom grants since it began in 1994.

The program encourages people to support South Whidbey Schools by eating at specific participating restaurants on Wednesdays, a traditionally slow day during the slow winter months of February and March. “We see it as a win-win effort for students and local businesses,” said South Whidbey Foundation President Chris Gibson.

A portion of each restaurants net proceeds from

Special Valentine Day Chocolatecovered Strawberries from Sweet Mona’s Sweet Mona’s in Downtown Langley is offering chocolate-covered strawberries especially for Valentine’s Day. The strawberries are covered with Mona’s hand-crafted chocolate and are the perfect Valentine gift. Sweet Mona’s has an extensive line of chocolates that includes handmade truffles, caramels (both plain and sea salt), toffees and brittles, fudge, pecan clusters, and its very own seafoam, including many other uniquely crafted chocolates. Open daily at 138 2nd Street in Langley, Sweet Mona’s can be reached at (360) 221-2728.

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This month’s book is “The Art Forger” by B.A. Shapiro. Boston painter Claire Roth has survived financially by painting reproductions, so when influential gallery owner Aiden Markel arrives with a bizarre proposal--her own show if she will forge a copy of a Degas, she says yes.

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.

WIN is growing by leaps and bounds and they have some exciting things to tell the community about - but mainly you will enjoy good food and the knowledge that you are helping provide nutritious food to the kids of South Whidbey.

Call (360) 730-2749 to make your reservation.

Sweet Heart Social

Star Party

Friday, February 14, 3:00pm HomePlace Special Care Center, Oak Harbor Romantic music provided by Nick and Judy Nicholai with refreshments before and after.

Please RSVP at (360)279-2555. HomePlace Special Care Center is located at 171 SW 6th Ave.

Valentine’s Day Dinner and Jazz Friday, February 14, 6:00pm Baby Island Saratoga Club, Langley Enjoy a pot-luck dinner while listening to local musical duo, “SWAY.” Richard and Teresa will provide “romantic tunes and happy swing” for your listening enjoyment. All are welcome.

Bring a dish to share, your beverage and place setting, with a small donation of $2 per person to our Public Assembly Hall. For more information, please contact Sharon at (306)730-1047.

A Valentines Evening of Sultry Jazz Friday, February 14, 7:00pm-9:00pm Holmes Harbor Cellars, Greenbank Holmes Harbor Cellars and Maureen Girard present an evening of sultry jazz, sensational wine, sumptuous appetizers and dessert. Tickets are $40, include music, food and your first glass of wine, and can be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/557528. For more information, call (360)331-3544 or visit www. holmesharborcellars.com.

Shoe and Jewelry Surplus Sale Saturday, February 15, 10:00am-4:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall, Coupeville The Handbag Consignment Shop is holding a shoe and jewelry surplus sale. Get a jumpstart on Spring. Brand names include Clarks, Birkenstock, Vince Camuto, Judith Rupka and more.

For information, visit info@handbagconsignmentshop.com or (360)682-5251.

Red Wine and Chocolate Tour Saturday, February 15, 11:00am-5:00pm Sunday, February 16, 11:00am-5:00pm Monday, February 17, 11:00am-5:00pm Various Locations Ticket includes a souvenir glass, wine tastes & chocolate treats. Presented by Whidbey Island Vintners Association. Tasting rooms at Comforts of Whidbey, Blooms Winery Taste for Wine, Spoiled Dog Winery and Holmes Harbor Cellars.

Tickets $20 in advance and can be purchased @ www.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, go to www.whidbeyislandvintners.org.

9th Annual Scholarship Auction and Dinner Saturday, February 15, 4:30pm-8:30pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor.

Tickets, sold in advance, are $35 per person and include a full meal prepared by the Elks and served by Coupeville High School National Honor Society students. For dessert, the highest bidding table chooses from among an assortment of sinfully delicious, beautifully decorated cakes, pies, and more prepared by Coupeville Lions, Lion spouses, and friends of Lions.

For tickets or more information, please phone Carol Parbs at (360) 678-514. If you are not able to attend, but would like to contribute a cash or in-kind donation in your name toward CHS Seniors wishing to continue their educations, Carol can take your return information.

Heart 2 Heart Fundraiser Dinner Saturday, February 15, 6:00pm Useless Bay Coffee Company, Langley A fundraiser for Whidbey Island Nourishes (WIN). Chef Dan Fulton will prepare another fabulously yummy dinner for you and your Valentine or best buddy.

Friday, February 21, 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, icaspub@juno.com or visit www.icas-wa. webs.com.

30th Annual Langley Mystery Weekend Saturday, February 22, 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday, February 23, 10:00am-3:30pm The Langley Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Langley Mystery Weekend, “The Deadly Deed.” Fun for the whole family. Prizes awarded. $10 adults 17-64, $8 senior 65+/ youth 7-16/all military. For more information, call (360) 221-6765 or visit the Langley Visitor Center at 208 Anthes Ave.

Eagles Club Crab Feed Saturday, February 22, 2:00pm Eagles Aerie 3418, Langley Tickets: $20 Tickets include a whole crab, and one time through the salad, hot dish and dessert bar. This is a membership drive and open to the public.

Tickets can be purchased at the door or call (360) 331-5636 to reserve by phone.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free AARP Tax Aide Mondays, Through April 7 (except Feb 17), 9:30am-5:00pm Tuesdays, Through April 8, 1:00pm-7:00pm Oak Harbor Library Wednesdays, Through April 9, 10:00am-5:00pm Coupeville Library Thursdays, Through April 10, 1:00pm-6:00pm South Whidbey Senior Center, Langley Get free, one-on-one assistance with your federal tax return from AARP Tax Aide. Available to taxpayers with low and moderate income, with special attention to those age 60 and older. AARP membership is not required.

A joint venture with the IRS to promote filing returns electronically, all returns that are able to be e-filed will be e-filed. Preregistration recommended; call (360)678-3000 to make an appointment at the location of your choice.

Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, February 13, 9:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Rachel Carson’s “The Edge of the Sea.” A book to be read for pleasure as well as a practical identification guide, “The Edge of the Sea” introduces a world of teeming life where the sea meets the land. A new generation of readers is discovering why Rachel Carson’s books have become cornerstones of the environmental and conservation movements.

Ready Readers: Preschool Storytime Thursdays, February 13, 20 & 27, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library Let imaginations run wild with fun books, singalong songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading.

Playtime or craft may follow. This program is for ages 3 to 5 years and a caregiver is required.

How to Start a Business Thursday, February 13, 1:00pm-3:00pm Oak Harbor Library Learn how to write a business plan using the Small Business Administration’s format. In the process you will discover some library tools that can save you hundreds of dollars. Presented

by Ron Nelson of the Island County Economic Development Council. Seating is limited; please preregister.

Celebrate the Spirit of Writing Friday, February 14, 2:30pm Freeland Library Winners of the Spirit of Writing Contest read from their new anthology, In the Spirit of Writing 2013. Programs are one hour, with refreshments and an opportunity to meet the authors afterward. This event is free and open to the public.

Friends of the Clinton Library Book Sale Saturday, February 15, 10:00am-3:00pm Clinton Community Hall, Clinton Find thousands of books for sale at bargain prices. Additional fiction and nonfiction added every month. Proceeds support the Clinton Library. Quality book donations are always appreciated.

Laughter Yoga/Wellness Talk & Demonstration Saturday, February 15, 2:00pm-3:30pm Freeland Library Laughter’s long been called “the best medicine” and more recently “a bubble bath for the soul”. Come listen and learn of the many benefits of laughter for wellness, and discover an easy method to laugh intentionally for the health of it.

Astronomy Series--The Search for Exoplanets Monday, February 17, 5:30pm Coupeville Library Curious about what lies beyond our solar system? Learn about the exciting quest for planets orbiting around other stars.

3rd Tuesday Book Discussion Group Tuesday, February 18, 9:30am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Alyson Richman’s “The Lost Wife.” During the last moments of calm in prewar Prague, Lenka, a young art student, and Josef, who is studying medicine, fall in love. With the promise of a better future, they marry--only to have their dreams shattered by the imminent Nazi invasion. Like so many others, they are torn apart by the currents of war.

Ready Readers: Toddler Storytime Tuesdays, February 18 & 25, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library Jump and bounce into a magical world of stories, music, and movements that nurture the desire to read in toddlers Playtime or craft follows. This program is for children ages 24 months to 36 months. Caregiver is required.

Seattle Opera Preview: The Consul Tuesday, February 18, 12:00pm Freeland Library Join Seattle Opera Community Programs Manager Robert McClung for an engaging multimedia presentation covering the history, music and stagecraft of “The Consul” by GianCarlo Menotti.

Ready Readers: Baby & Me Storytime Wednesdays, February 19 & 26, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library Wiggle and giggle with your baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities that inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows. This program is for or newborns through 24 months with a caregiver required.

SWELL Book Discussion Group Wednesday, February 19, 6:30pm Freeland Library

Etsy for Artists Thursday, February 20, 1:00pm Freeland Library Learn how to create an Etsy account and start selling online today. You will find out the in’s and out’s of how Etsy works, and how to get noticed so you can start selling. Presented by local artist and entrepreneur, Jandellyn Ward.

Political Cartooning: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Thursday, February 20, 3:00pm Oak Harbor Library Explore how political imagery reflects current issues and makes people think. Join nationally syndicated political cartoonist Milt Priggee for a conversation featuring the stories behind editorial cartoons and how they are evolving from print to digital-media platforms.

Religious Services 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.

Healing Rooms Every Thursday, 6:30pm-8:30pm 5200 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland The Healing Rooms are open to anyone desiring personal prayer for physical, emotional, or spiritual needs. There is a team of Christians from several local churches that are dedicated to praying for healing the sick in our community.

All ministry is private, confidential, and free.

Teams are available to pray for individuals who drop by on a first-come, first-serve basis.

For more information, contact Ann at (425)2632704, email healingwhidbey.com, or visit the International Association of Healing Rooms at healingrooms.com.

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 Happy Hour Daily 2:00pm-6:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm-close Brewer’s Nights Last Thursday of Month, 6:00pm-9:00pm Special prizes and giveaways. Live Music.

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

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Dress fun for the occasion and/or play with the hats and such that are on hand. For more information, call (360) 331-2244.

Meetings and Organizations Norsk Kaffee Tid: Norwegian Conversation and Coffee Thursday, February 13, 10:00am-11:30am Nordic Hall, 63 Jacobs Rd., Coupeville Come practice your Norsk conversational skills in a comfortable and ‘safe’ environment. This group, facilitated by a native-Norwegian-speaking member of the Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge will plan to meet the 3rd Thursday of every month at the same time. Varying levels of skill in speaking solely in Norwegian are acceptable. Opportunity for interested participants to meet other Thursday mornings during the month is available if others are willing to facilitate such meetings. Free, but donations for coffee & use of building will be appreciated. For more information, email whidbeyislandnordiclodge@gmail.com.

Island Beach Access Friday, February 14, 11:00am Freeland Library, Freeland Come and find out what is happening to your public beaches and their access points. Help us identify them and ensure these access points stay open so everybody can enjoy all their public beaches, now and in the future. For more information, contact Mike McVay at info@islandbeachaccess.org.

South Whidbey Republican Women’s Club Tuesday, February 18, 11:30am-1:00pm Useless Bay Country Club, Langley Guest speaker will be Whidbey Weekly columnist Jim Freeman. The cost of the lunch is $15.

Any guest or member is invited to RSVP to Mary Jane Olson at czarina@whidbey.com.

Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, February 18, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor The theme for February is “Photographers Choice”. You may submit up to 3 photographs for discussion during the meeting to absolutescience@hotmail.com. 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.

Located just north of Oak Harbor (Dugualla Bay). Classes on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evenings. Anacortes classes meet on Wednesday evenings.

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.

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DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel Thursday, February 13, 6:45pm Hayes Hall, Room 137, SVC, Oak Harbor Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local driving schools for driver’s education

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“The Cosmic Heart: Opening Cosmic Mind” Friday, February 14, 6:00pm-8:45pm Llynya’s Sacred Gifts & Sanctuary, Freeland $25 Join us for a most unusual Valentine’s Evening!

Right Brain Aerobics “The Cosmic Heart: Opening Cosmic Mind” for amazing right brain journeys into higher creative intelligence, deeper peace, inner cosmic mind, the wisdoms of the oracular heart of space. Learn Right Brain Aerobics’ techniques for intuitive problem solving with Sandra Rodman, CEO. Bliss out in the Cosmic Mind. Refreshments, surprises. For questions or to register, call (425) 214-2926 or email sandra@rightbrainaerobics.com. Llynya’s is located at 1679 E. Main. For more information, visit www.RBAacademy.com.

“The Idea Factory! Right Brain Aerobics for Creativity, Innovation & Thriving Locally” + “The Shamanic Entrepreneur”

Voices of Whidbey Island Live streaming on the internet Podcasts

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Sunday, February 16, 10:00am-1:00pm Fine Balance Imagine Studios, Langley $25 A different approach to tapping Your Inner Yoda for new ideas & stretching your mind into a new dimension. Instructor: Sandra Rodman, CEO, Right Brain Aerobics. For questions and to register, call (425) 214-2926 or email sandra@ rightbrainaerobics.com. Fine Balance Imagine Studios is located in Bayview Corner, 5603 Bayview Road. For more information, visit www.

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Deer Lagoon Grange Presentation Tuesday, February 18, 7:00pm Deer Lagoon Grange, Langley Deer Lagoon Grange is hosting an open informational meeting/workshop designed to help the people of South Whidbey collaboratively take ownership of and participate in their community. Keynote address will be given by motivational speaker, eastern Washington rancher and 30-year Grange member Rusty Hunt. This two hour event will result in a better understanding of each other’s interests and desire to help the community shared by all.

Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.

How does your group serve the community?

Does your group work independently in your effort or collaboratively with groups of similar interests? The Deer Lagoon Grange is located at 5142 Bayview Road.

Get Twiggy With Whidbey Camano Land Trust Saturday, February 22, 10:00am-2:00pm Fairfax Preserve, Zylstra Road, Oak Harbor Would you like to learn how to identify plants and shrubs in the winter time? It can be difficult to identify plants when the leaves, flowers and berries drop from them. Join the winter Twig I.D. Tour led by botanist, Cheryl Lowe. To register, visit http://www.wclt.org/event/twig-d-tour/

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Improv for Everyone Wednesdays, February 26 - April 2, 6:30pm-8:00pm Whidbey Island Community Education Center, Langley Fee: $95 ($65 if repeating class) Learn the skills of Theater Improv Games - in the style of TV’s Whose Line is it Anyway and Whidbey’s Comedy Island - in a safe, fun and entertaining 6 classes at the WICEC. Want to perform on stage? You’ll learn to: Use your body and voice to create interesting characters. Make your scene partner look good by saying yes to all offers. Make choices that keep the scene alive. Make objects and locations come alive out of thin air.

Want to play life whole-heartedly? You’ll learn to: Resiliently roll with life’s punches. Risk... and learn to fail gloriously. Discover the rewards of being more spontaneous.

This course is for novices and those who want to hone their skills. No prior stage experience necessary. If you want to play or perform with Comedy Island, this course is a pre-requisite.

February 22 & 23, 2014 Sat. 10-5 & Sun. 10-3:30, with Solution Sun. at 4:30pm

FUN for All Ages! Prizes Awarded $10 adult 17-64, $8 senior 65+, youth 7-16 & all military Langley Visitor Information Center 208 Anthes Ave. 360-221-6765 www.visitlangley.com

Instructor: Erick Westphal – wolfcateagle@ gmail.com. Register @ http://wicec.us/workshops-and-classes.html.

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look green around the edges for some time to come.

The Seahawks have made history. They played a perfect game and deserved to win. The Super Bowl score of 43 to 8 sealed it.

Why, then, were there some long faces in the small group gathering in downtown Seattle, fans wearing number 12 jerseys and North Face jackets, showing such admirable restraint in sallying forth?

Cheer up So Kmart is leaving Oak Harbor. That’s too bad, as I believe it served a segment of shoppers who liked a less adrenalin pumping experience. Competition is the name of the game and as bad as we feel for the losers on American Idol, there’s no Las Vegas trip for Kmart.

It’s time for a riot, of course, but they won’t break any store windows. No. That would be too out of character for Seattle Seahawks fans. Did you watch the game? They did everything but curtsey to the opposition. The Broncos were ready for a little football, and that’s all they got. The Seahawks kept to the plays they practiced. Nothing fancy. Just what worked.

WAIF has a retail store in Building 2, just inside the entrance of Island County Solid Waste in Coupeville. It is called the Building and Reclamation Center Store, or BaRC Retail. Once there, you will find surplus and reusable building materials, hard-to-recycle items, house paints, garden tools, sports equipment and even some appliances.

By Eileen Brown

If there had been a riot, held in a mannerly fashion, the citizens and football gods of this clean, wind-swept part of the country might have carried on a dialogue like these two chaps: Man 1) “I say, old bean. Have a few of these Costco truffles and help me pelt the law enforcers. They’ll try to rush us, so don’t dally.” Man 2) “Jolly good, then. Do share some of my freshly brushed bricks, date stamped for the occasion.“ Of course, you saw fewer referees during the game as well. The reason for this? There weren’t many penalties called. As I told friends who wish I’d give it a rest, the game was great tutorial material. Help your small fry learn about football in front of his own plasma screen with mom or dad as coach. A child growing up able to recite sports history facts and call play after play will cause a great stir among neighbors who may spy to see if the child really listens to Super Bowl 2014 game tapes while sleeping.

The Pacific Northwest region, long chided for its addiction to coffee and for being home to the best read people in the country, can say with pride their Seahawks play fair and square. The golden age of manners has returned.

A really big rally “It was a lot of fun,” said Kathy Reed, Executive Director of the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, spoken like a woman who feeds off deadlines and making the impossible look easy. Considering the whole thing was planned in just under 10 days, the rousing show of support for the Seattle Seahawks’ 12th Man Rally at Wildcat Stadium was a big success, but then it’s just what the community does all the time.

“This community is incredible,” she continued. “We had over $4,000 in items that were donated for the raffle,” she said. They had about 200 people in attendance, and competed against Parker, Colo., a Denver suburb. “That town is about twice our size, between 46,000 and 50,000 people. Whoever won the Super Bowl got both cities’ team rally charity donations. Oak Harbor will use the funds to aid the local food bank, Help House.”

Several students from the high school band played what Reed describes as “fantastic” music, adding to the excitement.

Local honorary cheerleader Helen ChatfieldWeeks, just turned 89 years old, reprised her role to lead the bleacher crowd in chanting “Go, Seahawks!” She wore a bright green wig and carried on her duties with vigor, yelling “Let’s go, Seahawks!” Some in the audience wore painted faces and I have a hunch even when the paint is gone, they will

When you know where to look, you can find a number of different shopping haunts around Whidbey Island. And if you really prefer buying reclaimed and reusable items, the Whidbey Animals Improvement Foundation has something you’ll love.

Proceeds from the sale of donated items will go directly to help shelter animals at WAIF. Bobby Bryant is the guy in charge and he loves to remind people, “Help the environment and help the WAIF shelter animals. It’s a win-win situation!”

The store at 20018 SR 20, Building 2, is open Monday through Saturday from 10AM to 5PM. Call (360) 682-5452.

When we were young I wish I could call Lee Brainard right now so she could remind me of what history says about Hastie Lake and ice skating there in the winter. The recent cold snap reminded me of historical reports and diaries kept by pioneers who came in search of fun and a certain amount of risk.

Oh, Lee wasn’t there herself, but between herself and Dorothy Neil, she would squeeze more juice out of a question than from a freshly-cut orange. Lee died this week and left behind a family who loved her, many friends and a craving to learn more history about this island she chose to make her home.

I worked with Lee for several years, but we’ll go into that more when arrangements have been announced for her memorial.

There are similarities between Hastie Lake and the skating pond my brother and I used as children. He was six years my senior and at age 9 or 10, had husky legs and never, ever cried when he went down on the ice.

Instead, he laughed as he expelled a great whoosh of air from his lungs, eyes sparkling as he dared me to “Come over here, sis.”

Tippy-toeing on the front of the ice skates, I was already committed to going down on my backside when every nearby skater heard that sickening sound that can only mean “THIN ICE!” In I went. Up to the top of my skinny legs.

That’s not how I remember it at all. I spent as much time with my brother during his illness in 2006 as I could, talking for hours, filling in the blanks of our childhood. I asked, “Did you save my life on the ice skating pond at St. Mary’s?” Looking over the tops of his glasses, he said, “Oh, that pond was never fully frozen. You could stand up in it and not get your knees wet. I took your hand and helped you out, but you could have walked if you were a little bigger.” Oh, really? I recalled a dramatic rescue straight from the pages of Dick Tracy comics. That’s what happens when you grow up. Other people can’t get their facts straight.

History reports are welcome and will be shared right here in Still Talking. Write to me at stilltalking2009@yahoo.com

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Fields Forever”, “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”, “The Fool on the Hill”, Abbey Road medley, and “Girl”.

First and foremost, try to stop by this Saturday’s Grand Opening of the Whidbey Veterans Resource Center, located on the first floor of the American Legion Post #141, in Bayview, at 14096 Highway 525.

You will see how a group of dedicated local heroes have created a place of comfort and peace for our returning heroes to share their time, talent and treasures with one another. For more information, check out their web site at http://whidbeyvrc. org/ or call 360-331-8081. The Grand Opening is scheduled from 10AM until 2PM.

Given that The Beatles recorded thirteen studio albums, with over 200 songs in eight years, it would be too cumbersome for me to review their entire catalog to remind myself before picking my favorite dozen.

Apolitical Aphorisms According to Webster, an “aphorism” is “a concise statement of a principle or a terse formulation of a truth.”

Lennon and McCartney‘s “No Reply” still haunts.

Given the appreciation level we appear to have when it comes to making light of our politicians, here are a few aphorisms shared by Sam Samuels, Salutatorian of the Oil City Senior High School Class of 1965.

The Beatles’ Abbey Road medley is right up there with Willie Nelson’s “Time of the Preacher” medley, from his platinum selling classic, The Red Headed Stranger.

with Jim Freeman

Once, back in high school, the girl I was dating decided not to continue tolerating me.

If we got one-tenth of what was promised to us in these State of the Union speeches, there wouldn’t be any inducement to go to Heaven. ~Will Rogers~

Can’t say I blame her, as I was wearing a madras shirt at the time.

Politics is the gentle art of getting votes from the poor and campaign funds from the rich, by promising to protect each from the other. ~Oscar Ameringer~ I offer my opponents a bargain: if they will stop telling lies about us, I will stop telling the truth about them. ~Adlai Stevenson, campaign speech, 1952~ A politician is a fellow who will lay down your life for his country. ~ Tex Guinan~ I have come to the conclusion that politics is too serious a matter to be left to the politicians. ~Charles de Gaulle~

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She never knew how many times I had to listen to the song “Yesterday” to get the lyrics correct on that piece of paper.

I did not know shorthand like she did.

She never knew my first attempt to reclaim her affection was by sending her the lyrics to “Sixteen Tons.” Fortunately, our parakeet talked me out of that.

Paul‘s “Lady Madonna” and Ringo’s “Octopus’s Garden” both are great truck driving sing-a-longs.

Yet, if I had to pick one song of all their great ones, “You Won’t See Me,” the 3rd song on side one of Rubber Soul (1965), would be my ticket to ride, on any magical mystery tour, down any long and winding road.

Perfect harmonies, perfect rhythms, perfect solos.

All because some gal was talking on the phone when her beau was unable to reach her.

Nothing like getting a busy signal on Valentine’s Day.

There ought to be one day – just one – when there is open season on Congressmen. ~Will Rogers~

South Whidbey Republican Women Next Tuesday, February 18th, the day after we will have celebrated Presidents Day, I will have the honor of speaking at the monthly luncheon of the South Whidbey Republican Women’s Club.

As I used to write periodically in the Los Angeles Times classifieds years ago, “I am not responsible for any debts other than my own.”

Beatlemania Revisited If you have not noticed the recent fifty year tributes honoring The Beatles coming to America, in 1964, you may want to go right to the Sudoku section of our paper.

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She only lived three blocks away, but, I knew the five-cent stamp would impress her parents.

Share your Beatles’ faves. You’ll find me at ontrack@whidbey.com, most likely wearing headphones.

Each of the collective 12 feels a responsibility to maintain whatever mental edge we can to promote victory against any and all foes. Should we lose in the playoffs next year, it will most likely be because I cleaned up my act by washing my Seahawks jacket.

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Not knowing how to recover from this unneeded feeling of rejection, I wrote the lyrics to “Yesterday” on a piece of stationery and mailed it back to her.

Instead of giving a politician the keys to the city, it might be better to change the locks. ~Doug Larson~

Time to Come Clean Now that our Hawks are Super Bowl champs, I can finally wash my good-luck, won-every-game-wearing-this Seahawks windbreaker, received free with my Sports Illustrated subscription, some years ago.

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“All My Loving”, “8 Days a Week”, and “I Saw Her Standing There” still merit cutting the rug, even if your kitchen is linoleum.

We hang the petty thieves and appoint the great ones to public office. ~Aesop~

Politicians are people who, when they see light at the end of the tunnel, go out and buy some more tunnel. ~John Quinton~

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For me, George’s songs, like “Something” and “Here Comes the Sun,” still thrill.

Those are two songs one will probably not hear played back to back on Sirius FM.

Why pay money to have your family tree traced; go into politics and your opponents will do it for you. ~Author unknown~

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Strictly emotional. No peeking at lists. No calling friends. No Googling. Just my mind and an occasional hum in my head.

The problem with political jokes is they get elected. ~Henry Cate, VII~

When I was a boy I was told that anybody could become President; I’m beginning to believe it. ~Clarence Darrow~

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My twelve favorites came from thinking about the first twelve I could think of.

If God wanted us to vote, he would have given us candidates. ~Jay Leno~

Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build a bridge even where there is no river. ~Nikita Khrushchev~

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It is a particularly fun game to play now that the Super Bowl is over. This game has no commercials.

If you cannot hum “Hey Jude”, most certainly you can whistle “I’m a Yankee Doodle Dandy,” while imagining the tap dancing of Jimmy Cagney as George M. Cohan.

Go Oilers!

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Picking one’s favorite Beatle songs is a fun game.

A recent USA TODAY offers music critic Elysa Gardner’s “purely subjective list of Beatle favorites.”

Gardner’s dozen faves includes, from #1 to #12, “Ticket to Ride”, “I Want to Hold Your Hand”, “A Day in the Life”, “Eleanor Rigby”, “Norwegian Wood”, “Penny Lane”, “Hey Jude”, “Strawberry

Thanks to President Marlene Angeles, a dear friend for almost three decades, Freeman will garner another free meal at the Useless Bay Country Club.

Actually, I think I pay them fifteen bucks so they will let me speak.

Given my background as a retired notary public, serving loyally under several administrations, my remembrances as a Precinct Committee Officer, riddled with the pressures of running an election campaign with no opposition, should be much shorter than this column.

Next time, I will be the first to let you know if anyone threw lettuce, and whether it was Iceberg, Romaine, or Red Leaf.

A Hairy Situation It was so cold last week my hair froze. I was outside when it happened, so I came inside to warm by the wood stove. While taking my baseball hat off, I accidentally cropped the top of my head, not unlike breaking icicles off a gutter or roof.

Thanks to the freeze, I won’t need another haircut until summer.

Hair today, gone to Maui!

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FRIDAY, January 31 2:35pm, SE Pioneer Way Caller advising customer is angry at her, can hear the male yelling that the caller was going to cheat him out of $5.

2:44pm, SR 20 2 loose horses on the side of the road.

Traffic is stopping for them. Caller has apples and she is out of her car now trying to lure the horses away from the road.

3:13pm, SE Pioneer Way Deceased seagull in the road.

6:37pm, SW 24th Ave. Caller advising just returned home and saw officers outside with guns. Wants to know what is going on. States she is scared.

SATURDAY, February 1 2:16am, N Oak Harbor St. Reporting several subjects who live in unit are running up and down the stairs and slamming doors and yelling. Caller states these are the kind of people she doesn’t feel comfortable approaching.

8:59am, SW Mulberry Pl. Reports it appears there is urine coming down onto the caller’s deck area & grass.

Caller is house sitting at the location.

11:13pm, SW Kimball Dr. Caller advising she sent a friend over to house to check to see if he had her phone and money. Caller advising he answered the door with a gun and bullet proof vest.

SUNDAY, February 2 12:59am, SE Pioneer Way Advising at time of call, silver Toyota Camry was egging people out front of bar. Last seen heading down the one way, turned right onto Bayshore Dr. 8:09am, SW Kimball Dr. Requesting call referencing male who stole the caller’s phone. Caller sent a friend over to house. He answered the door with a gun and wearing a bullet proof vest. Caller’s phone finder shows her phone at location in the parking lot area by the 2nd building.

9:06pm, NW Atalanta Way Female on the line, “My old man has gone crazy again, that’s all I can say” then disconnected.

MONDAY, February 3 12:23pm, NE Izett St. 7th grader acting out of the ordinary. May be under the influence.

5:07pm, SR 20 Dark hair, small build, early 50’s female on the bus approaching bus stop on Whidbey Ave. is scaring other riders.

6:30pm, SE 9th Ave. Advising subject just came to location tonight in a white 4-Dr. Blazer and left behind glass jars in the yard.

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8:19pm, NE Kettle St. Caller requesting call. Advising residents in apartment below the caller smoke a lot of marijuana and the odor comes through the caller’s vents into his apartment.

Caller is concerned about his children, etc. Requesting to know what can be done.

TUESDAY, February 4 8:41am, SR 20 Caller advising she believes she was shot at, her windshield is damaged. She is in a red vehicle at the entrance to Frontier Building Supply.

12:13pm, SE Fidalgo Ave. Caller requesting a phone call referencing a now ex-employee who she believes sabotaged her computer software.

3:04pm, NW 5th Ave. Caller advises a young 16-year-old white male, last seen wearing black hood, black shoes, jeans, said to caller “This is going to be a day he will regret.” He is unsure why he made this statement to him.

3:31pm, NW Crosby Ave. Caller advises a rock hit his windshield.

He believes it was thrown but had no description of the subject. Caller is not injured but there is damage to the vehicle.

8:02pm, SR 20 Caller receiving phone calls and texts from a co-worker, who may still be at work, telling caller “my death is on your hands.” Received 5 minutes ago via voicemail.

WEDNESDAY, February 5 6:02am, SE Pasek St. Advising neighbor left dog outside all night. Advising garbage is strewn all over yard. Described house as looking like “used car lot.”

8:34am, E Whidbey Ave. Caller advising female came into the yard and stole the cat sometime overnight.

Advising license for cat found laying in the yard after being let out to go to the bathroom THURSDAY, February 6 10:05am, N Oak Harbor St. Female with blanket over her is lying in front of location. Caller spoke with her and she asked for a cigarette.

12:16pm, SE 9th Ave. Caller requesting contact as she resides with her grandfather on Ely St. but keeps an eye on his residence at location. When she arrived today she found the screen door wide open and a box of cremations left near the door.

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The staff are talented and professional, framing my art in a way that makes it a more valuable asset.

I would not trust my art to be framed by any other studio.”

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WILLIAM KENNETH ASK William Kenneth “Ken” Ask, age 53, died suddenly at his home in Shelton, WA on January 21, 2014. He was born on August 8, 1960 in Great Falls, Montana to Roland and Joyce Ask. At the age of two, Ken moved with his family to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and then to Klamath Falls, Oregon. In 1968, the family settled in Oak Harbor. Ken attended Oak Harbor High School, graduating with the class of 1978.

Ken developed a love of motor vehicles at a young age. As a young man, he rode motorcycles. He would sneak out with his brother Mark’s bike whenever possible. He had a hot rod 68 Camaro in high school, to the envy of his fellow students.

He always had a car or motorcycle at his disposal.

Following graduation, Ken followed his love of cars and began work as an auto detailer for Island Volkswagen and then on to Bay Body Shop, where he worked as an auto body repairman. He eventually went on to work for Oak Harbor Motors In the mid 1980’s Ken left Oak Harbor and moved to Lacey, WA, where he did auto body work for Earl Schieb. He was married to Karen and from that marriage, came son William Kenneth Ask, Jr. That marriage ended in divorce.

Ken moved to Shelton in 2001, where he continued his auto body work, along with brother Mark. He worked for D.J. Auto Sales, Good Guys and Harper Auto Sales.

He was also involved in rebuilding and reselling vehicles.

Ken enjoyed attending motocross motorcycle races. He was a very kind, easy going person, willing to do anything for anyone. He enjoyed snow skiing and water skiing for many years. Ken was baptized and became a member of Oak Harbor Lutheran Church as a young man.

Ken is survived by his mother Joyce Ask, his children, William Kenneth Ask, Jr., Douglas Creesey and Felicia Creesey; by his brothers Mark and Rick (wife Shelley) and sister Cheryl Stocker (husband Lonnie), and a granddaughter, Mariah. He was preceded in death by his father.

Funeral services for Ken were held at 1:00pm Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at Wallin Funeral Home with Pastor Marc Stroud of Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, officiating. Burial followed at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Oak Harbor. Friends and family are encouraged to share condolences and memories utilizing the Book of Memories hosted by Wallin Funeral Home at www. wallinfuneralhome.com.

LEANNE MARIE HENRY Leanne Marie Henry, age 48, died on January 23, 2014 at the University of Washington Hospital, Seattle, following a prolonged illness related to many, many surgeries, a liver transplant and surgical complications. Following more than twenty weeks of fighting for her, the physicians ran out of resources. She was unable to receive any further treatment and she went home to be with Jesus.

Leanne was born on October 6, 1965 in Adak, Alaska to Warren “Lee” and Doloris “Dee” Hayes. She grew up as a Navy dependent and lived in many locations across the country. Growing up, she met many friends along her way through grade school.

All of her childhood friends would describe her as a radiant, outgoing best friend.

Her friends Judy, Charlene, Beverley, and Audrey would say she had a marvelous glow about her whenever she met somebody and had a very warm heart. Her teachers said many great things about her because she was a wonderful student who took her time and put tremendous effort into everything she did. As a student at Oak Harbor High School she played tennis and enjoyed participating in many different clubs.

As a high school student, Leanne wanted to become a fashion merchandiser or an antique dealer, because she loved to restore old items. Her plans changed when she attend her high school Automotive Tech program and met Daniel Henry.

Love blossomed and on August 6, 1983, shortly after graduation, she and Dan were married.

Leanne was a hard worker, working as a waitress at Smiley’s pizza during high school, milking cows, housekeeping, working for dietary services at Whidbey General Hospital and her most important job, being secretary for her husband’s roofing Business, Quality Northwest Roofing. The most important job in her life was being a loving wife and mother of five children.

Leanne attended the Bridge Church of Oak Harbor. She had a very strong faith in God and kept him in her heart.

Leanne is survived by her husband Dan, daughter Amanda and husband Brent Bowden of Seattle, son Cody and daughters Danielle, Allyson, and Julia Henry, all of Oak Harbor. One sister Linda Quistorf and brothers Michael Hayes (Annie) and Lee Hayes (Shelley) also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services for Leanne Henry were held at Wallin Funeral Home, Oak Harbor at 10:00am, January 31, 2014 with Gary Wallin as Certified Life Celebrant officiating. Burial followed at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Oak Harbor. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories and condolences using the Book of Memories hosted

by Wallin Funeral Home at www.wallinfuneralhome.com

MARIE JOAN FRANK Marie Joan Frank was born Marie Joan Hazen on October 4, 1933 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She died February 1, 2014 in Coupeville, Washington after a long period of poor health. A 1956 graduate of The Edmonton General Hospital School of Nursing in Edmonton, Alberta, Marie began a career as a Registered Nurse in Sedro Woolley, Washington. Later, while on vacation in Europe, traveling with her father, she decided to stay abroad and became a governess in Paris, working first for a French family then for a world famous

American concert solo violinist, caring for the family children and touring Europe with them. Returning to the United States, she remained with the family for several years in New York City. St. Vincent’s Hospital in Greenwich Village was Marie’s next nursing job until she moved to Florida in 1971. While in New York, Marie developed an interest in aviation which she never lost. After learning to fly, she earned a commercial pilot’s license in 1969 at Teterboro, New Jersey; she then added an instrument rating in 1972 after moving to Florida. It was while flying out of the little country airport at Leesburg, Florida while working toward her instrument qualification that she met and married her husband, Benjamin “Wes” Frank Jr., who worked at the flight center there and was also a pilot. Marie was a member of the Grasshoppers Women’s Pilot Club of Florida and also The Ninety-Nines, a national women’s pilot club of which Amelia Earhart had been a founding member. Marie flew to many club events all over Florida, finding it interesting, adventuresome, and a great way to log flight hours and see the many sights in that state. Marie and Wes flew many memorable flights together, and continued this interest after moving to Oak Harbor, Washington in 1973. Wes re-entered the Navy and received orders to the Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. They were both members of the Whidbey Island Navy Flying Club. Marie worked as a RN at Whidbey General Hospital in Coupeville.

Enjoying the Northwest experience and being close to relatives in British Columbia and northwest Washington, she was able to re-establish and maintain connections with her extended family members, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Recreational flying was placed on hold when they moved to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba in 1978. “Gitmo” became one of Marie’s favourite duty stations, because in 1978 it was a real Navy base, complete with ships and airplanes, and was “small town U.S.A.” with a great family atmosphere. Nursing at the base hospital was not possible because of her Canadian status, but she found meaningful related employment at the base’s milk plant as quality tester, growing cultures in the laboratory. An active R&R program in Gitmo allowed Marie and Wes off-duty travel to many locations throughout the Caribbean including Jamaica, Grand Cayman, and Haiti. After returning to the U.S., Wes’s assignment was the South Weymouth Naval Air Station, located between Boston and Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Marie became a member of the South Shore Registered Nurses Association and was employed as a private duty nurse, a job which gave her many interesting and rewarding experiences.

Marie’s next great adventure occurred when Wes, by then retired from active Naval service and employed as a Navy civilian, was transferred to Cornwall, England. She quickly settled into British life and three and a half years there were filled with discovery and great satisfaction. She participated in very rewarding volunteer work with Age Concern, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of the elderly. But all too soon, as with most overseas assignments, it was over and a return to the U.S. was necessary; however, this time the disappointment was eased by

the fact that they had been transferred back to Whidbey Island, Washington. It was a great homecoming, but after a couple of years, again duty called, and the couple found themselves transferred back to the east coast, with Portsmouth, Virginia and Odenton, Maryland becoming home for the last ten years before Wes’s retirement from government service.

Finally retired, they moved back to Whidbey Island in 2010, where they lived and enjoyed all of the beauty and advantages of life in the great Pacific Northwest.

Marie is survived by her husband of forty-one years, numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews in Washington, British Columbia and other parts of Canada, and by many good friends. She was always a proud and patriotic Canadian, tracing her ancestry to Sir Charles Tupper, one of the Canadian “Fathers of Confederation.” She was a member of St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Oak Harbor, Washington. Marie was preceded in death by her father Charles Tupper Hazen, her mother Jean Mary (Lequiea) Hazen, and her brother Douglas Lorne Hazen, all of Canada.

Funeral Mass was celebrated at 10:00am Friday, February 7, 2014 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Oak Harbor with Rev. Paul Pluth officiating. Viewing was held on Thursday, Feb. 6 at Wallin Funeral Home and also at church. A reception followed in the Parish Hall. Arrangements entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home & Cremation, Oak Harbor.

JOHN GARRY FROSTAD John Garry Frostad, a long-time native of Oak Harbor, passed away on Friday, January 31, after an eight year battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born in Oak Harbor, WA on April 14, 1942 and graduated from Oak Harbor High School.

John loved working on cars and riding his Harley. He was a commercial fisherman when he was younger and also enjoyed black powder hunting.

He is survived by Hanna, his wife of 12 years, two step sons, Raph and Blaine and one step daughter Christin.

Also surviving are two children from a previous marriage, David and Tracy.

He will be cremated and his ashes will be scattered at 11:00 am, Saturday, February 15 at West Beach in Oak Harbor.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:30 pm at Wallin Funeral Home with Chaplain David Lura, (USNR Ret ) officiating. Friends and family are invited to a reception at the funeral home immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation through their website at www.alz.org.

John was well-liked, well-loved and he will be missed very much.

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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.

1986 Chevy 350 engine, $200; T350 transmission, 700R4 transmission, $200 each; Pedestal transmission jack, $200; 1986 4.3 liter V-6 with transmission and many extras, $200; Astro/Safari Van seats, front, gray, fair shape, $50 pair.

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$125 cash only; Men’s ATV riding boots, size 11, used twice, like new, black, name brand Thor, $75 cash only. (360)6720425 for info. (0) Parts for 94 YJ TJ Jeep Wrangler: Rear CV drive shaft; transmission, 5-speed manual, 4.0 6-cylinder; shifter, 4-cylinder, 5-speed. $500 for all. Cash only. Call (360)672-0425 (0) For Jeep Wrangler: Exhaust headers, stainless steel, # 33007075, 4.0 6-cylinder. Cash only, $100. (360)672-0425 (0) 97 BMW parts car. Make offer.

(360)320-4132 (0) Four Michelin tires, R265/60R18 (used on my Jeep Grand Cherokee), 18,349 miles. $99. David (360)320-1186 (0)

Boats/Parts For Sale Mercury boat engine, 3.9, $200.

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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.

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 school year. Morning

& Afternoon classes available for ages 3-5. CWCP is a nonprofit 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.

Jobs Wanted Housekeeping. Experienced, own supplies. I am looking to take on a few extra clients for the holiday season & perhaps longer if we are a fit for each other. Please contact Jennifer, (360)632-3494 and leave message. (0) Carpenter/Handyman looking for small odd jobs. Have local references, tools, and skill. All jobs considered. Please call

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Job Market Manager/stylist wanted for busy beauty salon. Free booth rental and retail sales incentives. Send resume to hawaiiningirlie@aol. com 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.

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Email resumes to: oakharborjobs@gmail.com. (5.34) Prima Bistro is looking for a full time dishwasher/prep cook, must be at least 18, experience preferred. Apply any day after 11:30 in person at Prima Bistro, 201 1/2 1st St (upstairs above the Star Store), Langley (6.03) Boutiques Salon looking for Hairstylist or Barber. We are a busy Salon looking for a full-time/part-time stylist. Chair lease or commission. Creative, professional team player.

Serious inquiries only. Contact Aimee (360)320-9887 (0)

Lessons Gift Certificates available for a FREE guitar lesson when you purchase three. Learn how to play guitar, all genre and styles taught, from beginners to intermediate, ALL ages welcome.

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Appliances Brand new Chef’s Choice 830 WafflePro Heart Waffle Iron, in original box. $25. Photos available. Call (360)678-1167

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 Solid oak roll-top desk for sale.

Excellent condition, $200.

(360)221-8858 (0) Super comfy TV/Entertainment room or Man Cave 7’ Couch.

Reclines at both ends with center - pull down table with cup holders. Off-white background with lt/dk blues, greys and browns in great pattern that fits easily into any décor. Hardly used and in great shape. $95 o.b.o. Have pictures. Clinton.

(360)341-2172 (1) Beautiful Teak Roll Top. Desk is striking with burl inlays. Under the locking roll top is large green marble writing area (w/ pull-out lighting), 3-cubbies, 3-drawers, & 3-paper slots.

There are 4 sm. drawers across top. Below are 7 full drawers (3 locking with keys), $799.

Pictures available. (360)3412172 (1) Nautical items: Table w/ crossed oar-paddle legs inlaid beach scene under glass top, very unique, $100; Pair of Table Lamps, each glass base is filled w/approx. 25-lbs. collectible shells, $50/ea; “Cutty Sark” Model Ship, $30.

(360)341-2172 (1) Unique 38” Round Table - flips to one side on three flared leg pedestal base, beautiful wood w/brass hardware, $150; Carved wood Coffee Table, $150; 2-tier Italian inlaid end table, $150. (360)341-2172 (1)

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laWn and garden Perma Mulch rubber edging, 9 10-foot strips, $10 each. Call (360)678-1167

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

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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.

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Miscellaneous lumber; PVC pipe. 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.

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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.

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

Pedestal concrete mixer, $150; Two single pane windows, 5’x8’, aluminum frame, non-UV, great for greenhouse, $25 pair.

(360)321-4035 (0) 3 Antique radios for sale. 1959 Zenith, 1956 Packard Bell and 1955 Capehart. All radios are restored in excellent condition and work well. Your choice, $55 each. Call Pat (360)720-2116 (0)

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.

2 Lowe Alpine Walkabout backpacks, 2100 cu. in. Brand new, $80; used, $45. (360)678-2207 Shotgun, 12-gage, Mossberg Silver Reverve, SXS, as new. $750. (360)579-4643 (0)

animalS/SuPPlieS Feeder Hay for Sale - Dry, stored in barn. $5 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 For sale: Two saddles, horse trailer, new electric corral, lots & lots of Western horse gear.

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Free 50 Gallon aquarium with all accessories. (360)678-7575 (0)

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21. Order between “ready� and “fire�

23. Hang around 25. Natural bone cavity 28. Bewildered (3 wds) 31. ___ v. Wade 32. Popeye, e.g.

34. A novel person 36. Register at a hotel (2 wds) 38. XV 40. Georgetown athlete 41. Immoral 43. “Gimme ___!� (Iowa State cheer, 2 wds) 44. Greet cordially 46. Sell 48. Crackpot 50. “Sesame Street� watcher 51. Cooking meas.

54. Terminal section of the large intestine 56. The Beatles’ “___ Leaving Home� (contraction) 59. Coffee maker 61. Despicable sort 63. Larval salamander of Mexico 64. Honey 65. Fixed 66. Attack by plane dOWn 1. “No problem!�

2. Detective (2 wds) 3. Fling 4. “Fantasy Island� prop 5. Spank 6. Appropriate 7. Hospital for chronic diseases 8. Dig 9. “Aladdin� prince 10. Challenge for a barber 11. Baker’s dozen?

12. Home, informally 13. Costa del ___ 14. Get along well together (3 wds) 19. Equine offspring 22. Pungent glandular secretion used in perfumes

24. Beat badly 25. Bow 26. In no way, slang 27. Apartment on two floors in a larger house 29. One who steals without breaking in or using violence (2 wds) 30. Brouhaha 33. Hostile 35. “Don’t bet ___!� (2 wds) 37. Pacific 39. Apartment 42. “Cool!�

45. ___ Daly, TV host 47. Dais (pl.)

49. Nursery rhyme food 51. Alpine transport (hyphenated) 52. Old German duchy 9OU name 4HURS *AN 53. Egg on .ORTH )SL ( ƒ , 55. Convene 2AIN 9OUR 'UESS IS AS 'O $RIZZLE 0OSSIBL 57. “... or ___!�

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