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Dear Astrologer, I am very much a self-made person. I’ve had some spectacular business successes, and yes, some equally spectacular failures, but all in all, I’m pretty happy with what I have accomplished, with one exception. I have not spoken with my father in nearly twenty years.
ChiCken little And the AstroloGer By Wesley Hallock
Dear Astrologer, Years ago, it was funny to read the advice on the menu at the Chinese restaurant: “marry a rat or monkey late in life.” But now that it IS late in life for me, I’m actually hoping for it. I can’t believe I have come this far and have not yet met my life partner. Some days I feel lucky, understanding that I’m learning and growing on my own, but other days I feel left out. I want to experience the love and growth of a committed relationship with a deep connection. I am curious as to what the stars say is in store for me.... Still Hopeful Old Maid Born September 21, 1964, at 10:34 P.M. in Binghamton, New York Dear Still Hopeful Old Maid, ‘Marry a rat or monkey…’ Did your fortune cookie read, “Consult your local astrologer for details?” The details are good. You do NOT have a “nomarriage” birth chart. You are very marriageable, but only in accord with your own slow timetable. It has been a long while coming, but the proper time is nearly upon you. A ripple of excitement appears in your chart around May 17, which I think is more than just the rhododendrons blooming. There is much to suggest it may be the arrival of the long-anticipated rat or monkey. How will you handle his arrival? Identity crisis and double-bind situations that frustrate your forward progress have been your major reason for not marrying. To the degree that you have completed your work on those issues, or are able to put them aside, come spring you could find yourself in a workable relationship. Dear Astrologer, I have brown hair and brown eyes and I was born under a blue Moon. Go figure. My birthday also happens to fall on Halloween. As a child, that meant that my birthday parties were also costume parties. When the other kids demanded to know why I was the only one at the party to receive gifts, my reply was always, “Because I was born under a blue Moon.” Although I am no longer so snooty and insufferable about it, I still to this day like to think my blue Moon birthday makes me special. But does it really? Is there any astrological significance? Blue Moon Baby Born October 31, 1955, at 4:49 P.M. in Santa Barbara, California Dear Blue Moon Baby, Sorry, astrology gives no special significance to the so-called blue Moon of modern tradition, which is not really blue, and which can be either the second full Moon in a month or the fourth full Moon in a season. But hold on, there is something special about your Moon, and interestingly, it involves the color blue. Your Moon is one part of a powerful trinity, along with Sun and your rising degree ruler, Venus. The three form an alignment called Srikanta, the “beautiful-throated” union. The name refers to Shiva, one of the sacred trinity in the creation mythology of ancient India. Shiva is said to have saved Creation from destruction by drinking a noxious poison that was intended to destroy it. The effect of the poison on Shiva was to turn his throat blue. The implication here is that your planetary trinity inclines you to a spiritual nature consistent with the Trinity of the creation myth.
The place in my life my father should have occupied is a big empty space. I’ve met him only a few times and the meetings were awkward. We got into an argument over something trivial the last time and never talked again. I never was and will never become “daddy’s girl,” but I would like to reconnect with my dad before he dies. I realize time is short and I don’t even know where to start. Can you give me some insights or suggestions? Feeling His Absence
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Born September 23, 1970, at 3:43 P.M. in Goodland, Kansas Dear Feeling His Absence, A major part of your life purpose has been to develop self-reliance. Most important was that you heed your personal inspirations. In the ultimate sense, then, your father was absent from your life because he had to be in order for you to grow. That you clashed on the few occasions you were together underscores this point. By the sound, you were magnificently successful in living the life you needed to lead. Put aside your hurts long enough to acknowledge this. Your father’s absence got you exactly where you wanted to go. Approach your dad, not with intent to take up where you broke off twenty years ago, but in present time. Make no demands and place no conditions on him or yourself. Simply say that you’ve done well in life and that he played an essential role in your success. Then give both of you a chance to grow and heal: be silent and listen.
Dear Astrologer, Excuse me! I want my free gift! The one you said Saturn passes out from time to time. I’m a sucker for anything free. Just kidding, but really, I do want to know more about Saturn’s good side. You wrote last week that Saturn sometimes gives rewards, and boy, could I use one! The last time anyone gave me anything, it was a ticket for driving 50 in a 35. Ready for the Good Born July 12, 1966, at 12:58 P.M. in Portland, Oregon Dear Ready for the Good, OK. Special today for you only! How about a set of Ginsu steak knives, “the clever cleaver that cuts through a branch and still remains razor sharp. But wait, you also get…” Remember those TV commercials? Never mind. That is NOT your free gift from Saturn, sorry. Your Saturn cycle is not in position for such favors. But your Jupiter is another matter. Jupiter in your chart is at this very moment is returning to the birth point. Jupiter’s return happens at about 12 year intervals for everyone and is always good. It may bring money, a special person, a new possession or a stimulating new hobby or interest. Whatever comes will likely be with you through the entire 12-year cycle. In your case, think back to 2002, 1990 and 1978. In each of those years, something happened between February and June to make life fun again. If this hasn’t happened for you yet in 2014, be ready. An unexpected blessing is about to fall into your lap. Not sold in stores. 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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Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time This award winning film depicting the life, work and influence of Aldo Leopold, a pillar of 20th Century environmentalism, will be shown on Friday, February 28, at 6:00pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Freeland. Perhaps more widely known outside the US because of his international best seller A Sand County Almanac Leopold stands shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Rachel Carson and John Muir. He is celebrated for his work as an educator, ecologist, forester, philosopher, and wilderness advocate. The film shares highlights from Leopold’s life and extraordinary career, explaining how he shaped conservation in the twentieth century and continues to inspire people today. It is a co-production of the Aldo Leopold Foundation, the US Forest Service, and the Center for Humans and Nature. Following the film, representatives from local organizations actively involved in this work will describe their activities and answer questions. Sponsored by the Greening Congregations of Whidbey Island. [Submitted by Gary Piazzon]
OutCast opens ‘The Language Archive’ in the Black Box Theater “The Language Archive” by Julia Cho opens at OutCast Productions in the Black Box Theater at 7:30pm on Friday, February 28. The play is directed by Ned Farley, who said he hadn’t actually planned on doing this play, but the script surprised him. “It’s beautifully written, funny and poignant and, for me, captured the sense of what happens when communication fails.” For a director, it sounds juicy. George is a man consumed with preserving and documenting the dying languages of far-flung cultures. Closer to home, though, language is failing him. He doesn’t know what to say to his wife Mary to keep her from leaving him, and he doesn’t recognize the deep feelings that his lab assistant Emma has for him. “It’s estimated that every two weeks a language dies,” George says at one point. “I don’t know about you, but this statistic moves me far more than any statistics on how many animals die or people die in a given time, in a given place.” Farley said that through this small group of quirky characters, love gets all kinds of treatment in the communication zone: the silent treatment, the unrequited treatment and the trying-to-communicate treatment. “What is both sweet and sad about this play is that it shows us both how language can often fail us when we can’t find the right words, as well as how language can be used to create an intimacy that is deeply personal,” the director said. Whimsy, fantasy, comedy; it’s all here in a play that follows its characters to the edge of their emotional life, whether or not they understand each other. The cast of “The Language Archive” includes David Mayer, Hollie Swanson, Katie Woodzick, Gail Fleming, Sean Brennan and Jennifer Bondelid. Set design is by Farley and K. Sandy O’Brien, and was constructed by Lars Larson and Jim Carroll. The lighting is by Alex Wren. “The Language Archive” will run from February 28 to March 15. Tickets are $18 for adults; $14 for students/seniors (62+). Get tickets at Brown Paper Tickets or tickets
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Would you like to help restore a unique habitat at one of Whidbey Island’s newest nature preserves? Whidbey Camano Land Trust has 600 tree seedlings to plant and they need your help to plant them. Join them at the Admiralty Inlet Preserve near Coupeville on Saturday, March 8 from 10:00am to 1:00pm for their first work party of the season.
What can riders expect from Whidbey Island Bicycle Club’s (WIBC) “Mussels in the Kettles” this year? Well, great trails for one thing. Also, the trails will be well marked and will provide a challenge for all riders. There are three routes, green (easy), blue (moderate) and black (expert), which help keep riders in their comfort zone. The ride begins at Coupeville Elementary School (CES), where day of riders and preregistered riders can pick up their schwag bags, bib numbers, maps and cool purple Mussels in the Kettles logo mountain bike socks. Riders can also grab a cup of coffee, snacks and water before heading out. An information table will be set up to provide information about WIBC and riding on Whidbey Island, riders can also purchase Mussel Chowder tasting tickets for MusselFest. The event also offers a free poker ride. Card stations along the course offer cards, homemade cookies, water, EMS assistance, minor bike repair and photographers. There are donated prizes from many local sponsors given out randomly at the MusselFest headquarters, 4 NE 7th Street in downtown Coupeville. The top three hands will also be awarded a prize basket filled with goodies from the sponsors. Many other prizes will be awarded to good hands, and the worst hand, at the WIBC tent, located at MusselFest headquarters. Grand prizes will be awarded at 1:00pm island time. Riders must be present to win. Bike racks will be available to store your ride at MusselFest (locks not provided) so you can mingle around the festival. All riders are encouraged to visit MusselFest for a free beverage at the Penn Cove Shellfish, Mussels, Music & Beer Garden and kids can get a free ice cream. Many volunteers from the community help support “Mussels in the Kettles”; High School service clubs such as the OHHS National Honor Society and Key Club, NAS Whidbey Island personnel, along with Island County Amateur Radio Clubs, Whidbey General Hospital Medics, Island County Fire Departments and Island County Trail Council to name a few.
Battleship Island - Maya Rivera: “Maya has shown great strides in academic and social growth through her high school experience. She is becoming a focused and conscientious mathematician, scientist, and overall student. She asks good questions in class, gives very clear verbal descriptions and justifications for her mathematics, works hard on completing her assignments, as well as following through on the details of her work. Maya does not allow others to distract her from what is important during class and outside the classroom. She is making good choices, getting things done, and helping others in the process.”
Castle Island - Tristan Pohlman: “Tristan is a positive influence in class. He’s active and engaged in learning, answering questions and working well in group or solo activities. Tristan is goal oriented and is already thinking about where he wants to go to college and what he wants to pursue. His excitement for learning is contagious and does not go unnoticed. He is a welcome addition to any classroom.”
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Fortress Island - Delani Stone: “Delani has had a wonderful first semester and we are impressed with her grades, stamina, and effort! Delani is an outstanding student who is always ‘on’ – she contributes frequently to group discussions, helps others, and pays close attention to directions and due dates. As a freshman, she demonstrates strong time management skills as well as the admirable ability to balance social activities with school work, while thriving and growing in both of these important areas. We are happy to have her as part of our Island!”
[Submitted by Janelle Castro, WCLT]
Parents of Young Children Need Mentors Join other community volunteers, also known as mentors, who donate their time for a minimum of six months to help parents of young children with everything from simple tasks, such as preparing a meal or reading a story to a sibling, to more demanding needs such as help with parenting or a medical issue.
Mentor Training will be held Thursday, March 6 from 10:00am to 4:00pm in Langley. For more information or to register, call (360) 321-1484 or email wamothermentors@gmail.com.
[Submitted by Matt Plush]
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:
Please sign-up at www.wclt.org/event/volunteer-tree-planting-admiralty-inlet/. If you have questions, contact Ida at ida@wclt.org or (360) 222-3310.
Mentors establish rapport, help parents gain a sense of belonging in the community, encourage self-care, and support parents in gaining new skills and learning about child development.
The entry fee is $20 if you register prior to March 1. After March 1 the registration fee is $30. Course descriptions, videos and registration information maybe found at www. musselsinthekettles.net.
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.
Whidbey Camano Land Trust will provide the tools, snacks and drinks. All you need to bring is a pair of work gloves and your enthusiasm.
Skull Island - Natalie Merrill: “Natalie is a hard working student with a great attitude. Each day she comes to class prepared to ask and answer thoughtful questions as well as collaborate with her peers. Her inquisitive character and fantastic sense of humor inspire others and add to the positive classroom environment. Great job Natalie!”
Justice Island - Kurtis Zylstra: “Kurtis is a delight to have in the classroom. His kind, humorous, and witty personality adds warmth
[Submitted by Petra Martin]
WIWA Proudly Announces the Winners of the Celebrate Writing 2014 Contest for Students The Whidbey Island Writers Association (WIWA) and Contest Coordinators Teresa McElhinny and Jan Lautenbach, wish to congratulate Devin King of Freeland (3rd Grade Fiction), Maura Richard of Oak Harbor (3rd Grade Personal Story), Francesca Costello of Clinton (3rd Grade Poetry), Lori Glavan of Oak Harbor (4th Grade Fiction), Paige Jenkins of Oak Harbor (4th Grade Personal Story), Sophia Shomper of Clinton (4th Grade Poetry), Brenna Richard of Oak Harbor (5th Grade Fiction and 5th Grade Poetry), Lucia Costello of Clinton (6th Grade Fiction), Hailey Winch of Oak Harbor (6th Grade Non-Fiction), Haley Riffel of Oak Harbor (6th Grade Poetry), Nelonnie Quichocho of Oak Harbor (7th Grade Fiction), Aurora Coffey of Langley (7th Grade Poetry), Riley Grade Borden of Coupeville and Cate Asp of Oak Harbor (*Tie* 8th Grade Fiction), Hannah Kennedy of Freeland (8th Grade Non-Fiction) and Elli Sandberg of Freeland (8th Grade Poetry). WIWA is also deeply grateful to the Rotary Club of Whidbey Westside for the grant money which enabled them to meet all of the expenses for this year’s contest. Sixty public, private, and homeschooled students in grades 3-8 submitted entries in one or more of three different categories: Fiction, Non-Fiction/Personal Story, and Poetry. One student from each grade in each category was eligible for an award. No entries were submitted for Grade 5 Fiction or Grade 7 Non-Fiction/Personal Story, but Cate Asp and Riley Grace Borden tied for the Eighth Grade Fiction prize, and fifth-grader Brenna Richards earned an award in two separate categories for her grade level. In addition, two sets of siblings, Lucia and Francesca Costello, and Brenna and Maura Richard, were prizewinners this year. Members of the local writing community met on February 9 to not only determine the
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Seattle Men’s Chorus Totally Wicked: Featuring the Music of Stephen Schwartz Benefitting Island County’s Citizens Against Domestic & Sexual Abuse (CADA) On Saturday, April 5, at 7:00pm, Seattle Men’s Chorus will swoop audiences away into the wonderful, musical world of Broadway darling Stephen Schwartz. Mr. Schwartz is the genius behind the music of Wicked, Pippin, Godspell, and more. The Chorus will sing many of his popular Broadway smash-hits, plus some additional rarely-performed tunes. It’s a wickedly fun homage to a modern master. Proceeds from the concert help support Citizens Against Domestic & Sexual Abuse (CADA). CADA has served victims of domestic and sexual violence since 1979. Last year staff members provided services to 1,084 women, men and children and 1,557 bed nights at Marjie’s House, their emergency shelter. Services include a 24-hour hotline, free, confidential assistance for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, elder abuse, rape, sexual harassment, stalking, child abuse, child sexual abuse or neglect and other forms of interpersonal violence. In an effort to achieve their vision of ending violence in the community, staff members work with local youth to change their behaviors and attitudes. The CADA Youth & Community Educator’s work in partnership with Island County schools to provide presentations in schools on safety, healthy relationships, bullying, cyber-bullying, dating relationships and other forms of violence in the middle and high schools. In 2013 presentations were made to 2,691 Island County youth. Seattle Men’s Chorus is led by a talented group of individuals from diverse backgrounds. The men combine with Seattle Women’s Chorus to become the largest and most influential choral organization in the state of Washington, and the largest community chorus in America. This will be Seattle Men’s Chorus’ first perfor
LocaLLy operated. mance outside the Seattle Metro area in 2014. Members of Seattle Women’s Chorus and Diverse Harmony will join in on this exclusive Whidbey Island event. The concert will be held at South Whidbey High School Performing Arts Center in Langley. Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey is a sponsor of this event and will be hosting a PreShow event. For more information about this pre-event please contact the CADA office. Tickets for the concert are $35 and will be available for purchase at the following ticket outlets: Wind & Tide Bookshop (Oak Harbor), bayleaf (Coupeville), Useless Bay Coffee (Langley), Moonraker Books (Langley), Pickles Deli (Clinton) and the CADA Office (Oak Harbor). [Submitted by Kyle Waterman]
Call for Artists: WICA Local Artist Series Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) invites local artists to apply for next season’s Local Artist Series. This exciting opportunity offers a chance for local artists to perform at WICA at a low-to-no financial risk. Applications are accepted for all arts (music, dance, theatre, literature, spoken word) and are juried by a panel of community members. Four chosen artists will receive a night at WICA during the 2014-2015 Season of Events. Artists receive the ticket proceeds from their performance, and facility rental and box office fees are underwritten by WICA. Applications for this unique program can be found at wicaonline.com. Deadline for the LAS application is April 15, 2014. The Local Artist Series is made possible by the annual Rural Characters’ benefit concert at WICA, held this year on May 16 & 17, at 7:30pm. The Rural Characters began singing together in 1997 and won a spot in WICA’s 2003 Local Artist Series. That concert, “16 Chickens and a Tambourine” went so well that WICA invited them to return the next year to do a show to benefit the Series. The next year the show expanded to two nights, and then became a tradition. The Characters will announce the winners of the 2014-2015 Local Artist Series at their May concert. Local Artist Series applications and materials may be sent to: Deana Duncan, Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, PO Box 52, Langley, WA 98260. For more information, call (360) 221-8268 or (800) 638-7631 or visit wicaonline.com. [Submitted by Jeanne Juneau, WICA]
Local Business News Northwest Dental Now Accepting New Patients Northwest Dental recently opened a new location in Oak Harbor, bringing over 50 years of dentistry experience to Whidbey Island. Northwest Dental is a family run business that began with Ron Hansen. Ron started his career proudly serving his country in the Air Force. Once he finished serving, he returned to Whatcom County and, with help from the G.I. Bill, was able to begin his training at Precision Dental Lab in Bellingham, Washington.
Eric Hansen, Ron’s son, began his career as a denturist at a very young age, playing with wax in his father’s dental lab. After he graduated high school, he put the playing aside and worked alongside his dad in his new dental lab. The two of them attended Idaho State University and the Oregon Denturist College. They both became licensed denturists in 1988 after successfully passing their exams at the Oregon Denturist College and receiving their Denturist Licenses. Soon after they achieved their licensing, Eric and Ron owned and operated a small denture clinic in Deming, Washington on the Nooksack Indian Reservation, as denturism was not yet recognized in the state of Washington. This became Eric and Ron’s next mission: to get denturism to be a recognized profession by the state. Teaming up with other denturists across the state, they worked together and successfully passed initiative 607, which formally recognized and regulated the denturist profession. Ron peacefully left the earth in 2010. Eric now operates the business and continues on his father’s legacy with full-time dentists and denture laboratories in Bellingham, Burlington, Everett, and Oak Harbor. Northwest Dental can help you with all your denture and dental needs. They can provide new dentures, partials, denture repairs, and relines all from their in-house dental laboratory located in the Oak Harbor office. Dr. Ra can also take care of your dental needs from extractions to crowns, all done in one location. Northwest Dental even accepts most insurances. Northwest Dental is located at 1090 SE Pioneer Way #102 in Oak Harbor and is currently open by appointment only. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (360) 639-8470.
The Oystercatcher is No Longer Resting Tyler Hansen and his wife, Sara, bought the Oystercatcher in December and reopened December 31, just in time to ring in the new year. Before taking over the 15-year-old establishment, Hansen was able to participate in a Pass the Torch Dinner with former owners Joe Scott and Jaime Sastre, as well as Oystercatcher founder Susan Vanderbeek. All the chefs prepared a course for the dinner that evening. In keeping with the Oystercatcher tradition, the menu is inspired by local ingredients, and changes seasonally. Right now all the entrees are changing once a week, and the appetizers will change about every two months. Hansen moved to Whidbey Island in July for an executive chef position at Captain Whidbey Inn. Before that he was a sous chef at Restaurant Kelly Liken in Vail, Colo. for about three years. The restaurant is currently open from 5:00pm to close Thursday through Sunday, and beginning in March will be open Wednesday through Sunday. During the summer, Hansen plans on being open six days a week. The Oystercatcher is at 901 Grace Street in Coupeville. For more information, go to oystercatcherwhidbey.com or call (360) 678-0683.
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Galleries and Art Shows “Surroundings” 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.
12th Annual Daddy & Daughter Ball! Saturday, March 1, 7:00pm-8:30pm SWHS Commons, Langley Tickets: $25 per couple, additional daughters $9 each It’s that time of year again for dads to take their daughters out for an evening of fun and dancing. Hailed as the social event of the year, the Ball has become a favorite local tradition. Price includes refreshments, digital photo, a raffle ticket for a chance at door prizes, and a flower for each daughter. All ages are welcome, though the dance is most frequented by girls ages 2 to 15. We don’t limit it to traditional “dads”; other role models are welcome, and we’ve seen a lot of grandfathers, brothers, uncles and neighbors towed along for the fun over the years. An optional pre-dance lesson will be available as well. Purchase tickets in advance at www.swparks.org!
Musings from Mind, Body & Soul Saturday, March 1, 7:30pm Baby Island Saratoga Community Club, Langley Enjoy an evening of music, poetry, imagery, dance and dreaming. Refresh your mind with musings from mind, body and soul when you enter the portals of truth and beauty with singer, poet, performer Joni Takanikos. Joni welcomes fellow performers Keith Bowers, Kristi O’Donnell, Christine Tasseff, Victory Lee Schouten, Patricia Duff, Natasha Lynnanne Nichols, Sommer Joy Albertson, Max Cole-Takanikos and other island luminaries to share her realm of the muse. Don’t miss it! All proceeds will benefit Friends of Friends Medical Support Fund. Suggested donation at the door is $10, more or less.Sound, light and animation is by Robbie Cribbs.
Relay for Life Fundraiser Saturday, March 1, 8:00am-10:00am Applebees Restaurant, Oak Harbor Tickets: $10 per person Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with eggs and bacon while raising money for Relay for Life of Whidbey Island. Tickets are available at the door.
South Whidbey Little League Baseball/Softball Tryouts Saturday, March 1, 11:00am-2:30pm South Whidbey Parks and Rec Fields, Langley Tryouts for boys interested in playing Minors/ Major/Juniors Baseball (Ages 9-14 and 8 year olds wishing to play Minors). Girls are encouraged to attend the tryout at 12:30pm. Tryouts for 8-10 year olds are 11:00am to 12:00pm, 11-14 year olds are from 12:30pm to 2:00pm. In the event of rain, tryouts will be moved to South Whidbey High School. Please bring cleats and tennis shoes due to possible venue changes. The cost for SWLL is $110 for the season. To register, visit www.southwhidbeylittleleague. com. For more information, email swllpresident@gmail.com.
Tilth Farmers’ Market Vendor Orientation Thursday, March 6, 6:30pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Grigware Hall, Freeland Market vendor agreement and the policy will be available and may be downloaded from the website www.southwhidbeytilth.org/market. Market fees, space assignments, health department rules and more will be discussed. The Tilth Farmers’ Market opens its 2014 season at 11:00am on Sunday, May 4. For more information, contact market@southwhideytilth.org or call (360) 579-1820.
Price Is Right Sale Friday, March 7, 9:00am-3:00pm Saturday, March 8, 9:00am-3:00pm Baby Island-Saratoga Clubhouse, Langley Indoor sale featuring all kinds of merchandise; odds and ends to antiques. Rent an inexpensive table or come to shop. Drinks and snacks available. Table rentals benefit community assemble hall maintenance fund, but sellers manage own tables and profits. For more information, call (360) 730-1047. The Baby Island-Saratoga Clubhouse is located at 3616 Saratoga Road.
Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free AARP Tax Aide Mondays, Through April 7, 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
Cooler, Smarter: Practical Steps for LowCarbon Living Thursday, March 6, 6:30pm Freeland Library Join speakers from CREATe (Climate Reality Education and Advocacy Team) to explore the issues discussed in the 2012 book “Cooler, Smarter: Practical Steps for Low-Carbon Living” by the Union of Concerned Scientists. Find out how to take action at home, at work, and in the Whidbey community to reduce your carbon footprint.
Oak Harbor Book Group: “Silver Linings Playbook” Friday, February 28, 11:00am Oak Harbor Library Check out a copy of “The Silver Linings Playbook” by Matthew Quick, bring your covered drink, and join the discussion in the library’s Center for Lifelong Learning. All are welcome. Friends of the Freeland Library Used Book Sale Saturday, March 1, 10:00am Freeland Library Hundreds of books available at great prices! All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Freeland Library. For Your Health: Shape Shifting With Feldenkrais Tuesday, March 4, 6:30pm Freeland Library How do you change the “space you are in?” Do you feel stuck in some way? Join Annie Thoe, Feldenkrais practitioner, and experience ways to use your attention and guided movement using Feldenkrais Method® and nature awareness to shift limiting habits to greater possibilities. Saratoga Chamber Orchestra Preview Thursday, March 6, 2:00pm Freeland Library Join us for an opportunity to meet Anna Edwards, one of three finalists for the position of Artistic Director and Conductor of the Saratoga Orchestra. Ms. Edwards will give a talk about the upcoming “Simply Delicious” concert in an informal meet and greet with the community.
Thursday, March 6, 10:00am Private residence
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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.
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.
AAUW Membership Coffee
Religious Services
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.
Ready Readers: Preschool Storytime Thursday, February 27, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library
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Tickets available by contacting the WICA ticket office (360)221-8268 or (800)638-7631 or tickets.wicaonline.com. Additional information at www.WICAonline.com
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA)
Every Tuesday, 4:00pm-5:30pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley
Join us for a discussion of “That Used to Be Us.” Thomas L. Friedman and Michael Mandelbaum analyze globalization, the revolution in information technology, the nation’s chronic deficits, and its pattern of energy consumption.
An exhibit of landscape works by twelve artists.
Would you like to help young women attain their goals and aspirations through higher education? Would you like to participate in interesting projects, fun social activities and make new friends? Learn about AAUW (American Association of University Women). Call Joan Chochon at (360) 678-9210 or email at joanchochon@yahoo.com.
Thursdays, Through April 10, 1:00pm-6:00pm South Whidbey Senior Center, Langley
Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, February 27, 9:00am Freeland Library
Artists’ Reception: Saturday, March 1, 5:00pm7:00pm Exhibit continues thru March 30 Museo, Langley
Filipino Christian Fellowship Sunday School, 1:00pm; Worship Service, 2:00pm Church on the Rock, Oak Harbor Pastor Jansen Onggao
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.
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.
Thursday, March 6, 7:00pm. Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor We will be accepting Officer nominations for the 2014-15 year. Anyone interested in volunteering to fulfill one of the open positions please contact the Chapter Commander for more information, or just come to the meeting. Our meeting are open to all veterans.
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Saturday, March 8, 9:30am Coupeville United Methodist Church The program begins at 10:00am and will include “Women in History” which celebrates women who have made a difference in the world portrayed by AAUW members. 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. MoonlightDanceCruises.com for details.
DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel Saturday, March 1, 12:45pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and parents. For more information, call (360) 672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org.
Living with Loss Classes Whidbey General Home Health & Hospice offers grief classes four times a year for those who have lost a loved one and need some help working through the grief process. This is a 5 or 6 week class offered at Whidbey General Hospital. The first two classes for this year are: Tuesdays, March 4 – April 1, 6:30pm-8:30pm. This class is being offered for men only. WHAT’S GOING ON
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Compassion is a human emotion prompted by the pain of others. More vigorous than empathy, the feeling commonly gives rise to an active desire to alleviate another’s suffering. It is often, though not inevitably, the key component in what manifests in the social context as altruism. There it is, as defined by Wikipedia, and I couldn’t agree more. With the crying need as it now stands, I hope this is being read by compassionate souls who want to help because there are some in our community who simply cannot wait for volunteers to step up. Volunteer Services, a program of Senior Services of Island County, which offers medical transportation for Seniors and Disabled, cannot run without them. Pat Weekley, Director, said, “We are in desperate straits at this time. I have had to turn people away (needing rides to medical appointments) because we don’t have enough volunteers to do the driving. “In the past year alone, our volunteers drove over 127,000 miles, which translates into 7,000 hours of time donated. Because we are a non-profit agency and partially statefunded, we cannot charge, but clients may choose to give a donation and it is always appreciated.” Volunteers are needed now because there are more demands in the community to get transportation. While Whidbey Island is a wonderful place to live, people here must travel to Anacortes, Bellingham, Seattle and Everett to see most specialists. Cancer Centers are located in Mount Vernon, Anacortes, Everett and Seattle, where patients receive radiation and chemotherapy. Volunteers are the core of this program. There were 60 of them at one point. “Right now in Oak Harbor I only have three or four active volunteers and the same can be said for the other communities on our island,” Weekley said. “Here’s how it works: You must have a good driving record with no moving violations in the last year. We are required by the state to do fingerprints, check past criminal and child abuse status as well as your driving record from Olympia. “We reimburse the driver for the mileage from their home until they return home at day’s end. We will even give a perk of $10 to buy lunch when they go off Whidbey Island,” Weekley detailed. Flexibility is key. Volunteers do not need to commit to a certain day of the week. Your availability follows your life. Military retirees and anyone with time and a desire to help a senior or disabled person are needed. There is an interview and orientation. Many clients need and enjoy the socialization of the trip. They are alone most of the time and volunteers are often the only outside people they see. This is an area where sensitivity and compassion are special gifts. “If you have a kind and compassionate heart, contact us. Someday you may need a ride from one of the volunteers,” Weekley concluded. Please contact her at patweekley@ islandseniorservices.org or call 360-678-4886 ext. 21, or 360-321-6661, ext. 21. For their beauty alone If you were fortunate enough to live in this beautiful place, you would awaken in a spacious home surrounded by a variety of interesting trees. You would walk stepping stone paths to flowerbeds featuring plants of every type. Your ears would fill with the sounds of birds. You love them all and gladly share your home with them.
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Jim said they would not for an instant consider cooking the wild birds. “Never! They are our children,” he said emphatically. In a few months, I’ll accept their invitation to return to their hidden retreat. “February is pruning month,” Jim said, “and we’ve done the four grapes but still must cut back the prunes and raspberries. We also have two cherry, two pear, one plum and six apple trees.” Later in the summer, when apple season is at its peak, seven deer hang out nearby. “We’ve had a female with twin fawns every year for the past several,” Jim said. Fully grown, the pheasants like to follow them when they perform the necessary task of weeding, proof that bonding is not limited to humans. They will enjoy each other for many years to come, closing their eyes at night to dream of their pheasant haven on Whidbey Island. Bird lovers You may already know Whidbey Island photographer and wildlife expert, Craig Johnson. Here’s a man who can teach us about remembering to be grateful. He and his wife Joy are partners in life and in business, co-producing books such as The Amazing Hummingbird, Story of Red Rufous (nearly sold out), Our Pacific Northwest Birds and Habitat and a new title, Harry the Woodpecker’s Search for a Home, a new book aimed at kids. Suppose you want to ID a bird you just saw. Go to www.pugetsoundbackyardbirds.com. Craig takes such exquisitely detailed photos, they are like living artwork. This gentle, creative, 6 ft. 5 inch artist has a deep respect for nature. He even has a Douglas Squirrel that likes to sit on his lap. Write to Craig at craigjohnson@whidbey. com or call (360) 331-1910. Write to me at stilltalking2009@yahoo.com
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A short natural history of Orcinus orca The orca, or killer whale, is a wondrous and impressive creature by any measure. For millions of years there has not been a predator in the sea that can touch Orcinus orca, the largest member of the dolphin family. And yet, there is no recorded case of a free-ranging orca ever harming a human. Even when orca mothers are violently pushed away with sharp poles so their young can be wrestled into nets and loaded onto trucks, they have never attacked a human being except in captivity. When seen in movies like Free Willy, or doing tricks at marine parks, it is easy to see that they often show quick responsiveness, even affection toward humans. Having little else to do in captive situations, they often initiate playful interactions and invent creative behaviors. When encountered in their natural marine environment, however, their behavior is much different, much less interested in human affairs. Though always mindful of boats large and small, they tend to simply continue traveling, foraging or socializing with one another, thoroughly engaged in the complex social life of their families. Occasionally, however, some may pass surprisingly close to a boat as if to inspect the passengers as they glide with masterful ease through these inland waters. Until field studies began 40 years ago, very little was known about the lifestyles or abilities of these powerful and elusive animals. As a species, orcas have the widest global range of any mammal except humans and may be seen in all types of marine ecosystems, but their highly varied communities, unpredictable movements and behaviors, and the fact that they spend about 95% of their time under water have made them difficult to study. Each orca community worldwide maintains its own repertoire of behaviors,
including diet and family patterns, as well as its own vocabulary of vocalizations. Today, thanks to the dedication of whale researchers, a picture is beginning to form of the highly refined adaptations and social sophistication of this remarkable species. The Southern Resident Orca Community Dr. Michael Bigg, who pioneered field research on orcas in the early 1970’s, designated the 80 or so orcas he found in southern BC and Washington the “Southern resident community” to distinguish them from the 120+ members (now over 250) of a different orca community found in northern BC and Alaskan waters. The three Southern resident pods, known as J, K and L pods, usually travel, forage and socialize throughout the inland waters of the Salish Sea (Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands, and Georgia Strait) from late spring through late summer. Throughout their travels they focus on finding chinook salmon, which provide about 80% of their diet. During fall and early winter they tend to look for chum salmon in Admiralty Inlet and Puget Sound. The Southern Resident community is an extended family, like a clan, that is distinct and separate from all other orca populations. Both male and female offspring remain near their mothers throughout their lives. No other mammal known to science maintains lifetime contact between mothers and offspring of both genders. Also unlike all other mammals except humans, orca females may survive up to five decades beyond their reproductive years, which begin at around 14 years of age and continue until their late 30s or early 40s. From October through June, K and L pods tend to head to coastal waters along the continental shelf between central California and SE Alaska, while J pod often reappears in the inland waters. All three pods sometimes visit lower Puget Sound during fall months.
They are capable of swimming at speeds of 30 mph and usually swim from 75 to 100 miles every 24 hours. In late 2013 the Southern Residents were comprised of just 80 members. Traveling in multi-generational pod groupings centered around elder females, called matrilines, they are believed to be led by elder matriarchs. The Southern Resident clan is made up of approximately 12 postreproductive females (over 40 years old), 26 adult females (12-40 years old), 15 mature or adolescent males (over 12 years old), 10 juvenile females (under 12 years old), 15 juvenile males (under 12 years old), and 7 juveniles of unknown gender. Each individual can be identified by its unique fin shape, markings and color patterns and can be identified by sight or photograph. Using photo-identification methods, each has been identified with a specific alphanumeric designation, such as J2 or L12, and in that way the movements and
behavior of each member and each matriline can be studied over many decades. After newborns have survived their first year they are also given more familiar-sounding names, such as “Luna” or “Samish.” When Southern resident pods join together after a separation of a few days or a few months, they often engage in ritualized “greeting” behavior, in which formations of each pod face one another for several minutes, then gradually merge into active groups, each consisting of members of different pods, followed by intense underwater vocalizations and spectacular “play” behavior. The new Langley Whale Center will open March 1 to describe and celebrate the natural history of local orcas and the “Saratoga grays,” a small group of gray whales, that feed on sand shrimp and other invertebrates buried in the mudflats of Saratoga Passage and Possession Sound. The entryway will feature a 16-foot blue whale jawbone. The Langley Whale Center offers free admission.
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Tuesdays, April 15 – May 20, 6:30pm-8:30pm. This class is open to anyone experiencing loss. Pre-registration is required. Please contact Dave Bieniek, Bereavement Coordinator by leaving a message at (360) 678-7656 ext. 8245 or e-mail him at bienid@whidbeygen.org. There is no charge for this event.
Water Conservation in Your Garden Wednesday, March 5, 4:30pm-5:30pm Roaming Radish, Freeland Anza Muenchow will discuss soil building, compost and irrigation related to water conservation in agriculture. This program is about preserving water quality that runs into Puget Sound. South Whidbey Tilth, a member of Whidbey ECO Network, is promoting the theme “Whidbey Waters Are in Your Hands” with a pub talk. The Roaming Radish is located at
5023 Harbor Hills Drive. Visit the Whidbey ECO Network website http://whidbey-eco.net/ai1ec_ event/pub-talk-healthy-soils, to learn more.
Sign Language for Everyone Wednesdays, March 5-26, 6:00pm-6:45pm So. Whidbey Parks and Recreation, Langley Fee: $50 This class will teach the basics in signing words and phrases and fingerspelling. Susan Ishikawa will be teaching the class. The parks dept. is located at 5475 Maxwelton Road. Pre-register by calling (360) 221-5484, please or (360) 221-0383.
Mother Mentor Training Thursday, March 6, 10:00am-4:00pm Langley Join other community volunteers, also known as mentors, who donate their time for a minimum of six months to help parents of young children. Mentors establish rapport, help parents gain a
sense of belonging in the community, encourage self-care, and support parents in gaining new skills and learning about child development. For more information or to register, call (360) 321-1484 or email wamothermentors@ gmail.com.
Whidbey Gardening Workshop 2014 Saturday, March 8, 8:00am-5:00pm Oak Harbor High School Choose from among 40 gardening workshop classes. Geared for novice to advanced, workshops will feature garden care, maintenance and design, and caring for vegetables, fruits and ornamental plants. Author Mary Wingate is the keynote speaker. Presented by the Island County Master Gardener Foundation. Cost: $45 at the door. Pre-registration is $40 at www. whidbeygardeningworkshop.org. For more information, call (360) 240-5527.
Photographing Birds Class Saturday, March 8, 9:00am-1:00pm WGH, Conference Room A, Coupeville Whidbey Audubon is offering Bird Photography with Bart Rulon in its Intermediate Birding Class series. The class fee is $20. To register, please contact Ann Casey at cspcoach@aol.com. Class size is limited and Whidbey Audubon Society members will be given registration priority. Please make checks payable to Whidbey Audubon Society and mail to: Ann Casey, P.O. Box 815, Freeland, Washington 98249.
DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel Saturday, March 8, 12:45pm Hayes Hall, Room 137, SVC, Oak Harbor Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and parents. For more information, call (360) 672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org.
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This is the first column, in my many decades of dangling modifiers, that is being written under the influence. The influence of influenza. Almost sounds like an Argentinean tango. The Influenza! Be careful. Use hand sanitizer after reading this, just in case. The Isolation Sensation Not that I have personal experience, but I think having the flu is not unlike being on house arrest. Without risking the consequences, one cannot go anywhere. Without risking the consequences, one cannot have any company except our neighbors from the nearby Kingdom Hall. Without risking the consequences, today, I am unable to entertain my dear friend Marlene Angeles and the stalwart ladies of the South Whidbey Republican Women’s Club. I feel like Bob Costas with pink eye. My chicken soup IV is wearing thin. My skin color goes from alabaster to drywall. What’s a guy with the flu to do? It is one thing to be on bed rest, but throat rest? How can I talk to myself? Maybe I can learn the universal language of signing while I am in isolation. Of course, I would have to stand in front of the mirror to see what I am saying to myself. Would I be speaking backwards, or reading forwards? Woe is me, but I am not a horse, in this, The Year of the Horse. Giddy up. Maybe I’ll just veggie out and watch a movie. Maybe the Marx Brothers in A Day at the Races (1937)? Dr. Hugo Z. Hackenbush, here I come. Contemplations Now that folks seem to be coughing and sneezing into their sleeves, is it no longer safe to rub elbows? If Rome was built in a day, why don’t we get some Romans to help accelerate the 2nd Street repairs in Langley? Would have been a nice touch for last weekend’s 30th Langley Mystery Weekend, eh? By the way, Loretta Martin and Saranelle DeChambeau are “Rock Stars on The Rock”. Their creative talents with mysterious characters and plots of levity and duplicity have marveled us locals for years. On behalf of all of us, we thank thee. Recently overheard at a meeting in Clinton: “Resistance brings contraction; Cooperation brings expansion; All that needs correction is our thought.” You know you are a baseball fan when you clap for a play that happens on the DVD of a game you have already seen. Such was the case tonight as I watched the Mariners re-beat the Yankees, game 5 of the 1995 American League Division Series. “The Double”. Listening to Dave Niehaus again, and watching Edgar and Junior run the bases in the bottom of the 11th inning, is still better than a homemade bowl of sausage gravy and biscuits. Now that the Olympics are over, and Kiev has calmed a tad, we can move forward to the angstfilled thrills of 2014 Mariner baseball. Did someone just drop their coffee? If our $240 million dollar ex-Yankee does not like to run fast to first base, maybe it is because Mr. Cano is used to running around all of the bases. Why break the mood of the home run trot with a sprint? Merle at Emerald Queen But for house and dog sitting responsibilities this weekend, we would be front and center to see Merle Haggard and his top-notch Strangers this Saturday night. In Merle’s honor, please sing-a-long with our other Whidbey Weekly Singers, in the first-ever On Track Sing-a-Long, a poor man’s version of karaoke, without the music. Thanks to Merle for his still appropriate lyric, from Haggard’s classic 1981 Epic recording, “Are The Good Times Really Over”, from his album Big City.
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LocaLLy operated. It was back when the country was strong; Back before Elvis, and before the Viet Nam War came along; Before The Beatles and “Yesterday” when a man still worked, still would The best of the free life behind us now and are the good times really over for good? Are we rolling down hill like a snow ball headed for hell? With no kind of chance for The Flag or the Liberty Bell? I wish a Ford and a Chevy would still last 10 years like they should Is the best of the free life behind us now Are the good times really over for good? I wish Coke was still Cola and a joint was a bad place to be And it was back before Nixon lied to us all on TV Before microwave ovens when a girl still cooked, and still would The best of the free life behind us now Are the good times really over for good? Are we rolling down hill like a snow ball headed for hell? With no kind of chance for The Flag, the Liberty Bell I wish a Ford and a Chevy would still last 10 years like they should Is the best of the free life behind us now and are the good times really over for good? Stop rolling down hill like a snowball headed for hell; Stand up for The Flag and let’s all ring the Liberty Bell; Let’s make a Ford and a Chevy that’ll still last 10 years like they should The best of the free life is still yet to come and the good times ain’t over for good! I feel better already. By the way, you folks sounded great, particularly that soprano in Admiralty Inlet whose voice soared above the alleged noise at the OLF Field. Retirement Blues Two retired professionals, Carolee Duckworth and Marie Langworthy, have written an interesting book, Shifting Gears to Your Life and Work After Retirement. In their analysis of retirement paralysis, the authors suggest one or more paths for retirees to consider. Imagine a bucket list of generalities, as one decides whether to pursue a life of leisure, the life of a volunteer, a traveler, an entrepreneur, a student, life with a new creative outlet, or trying something completely different than one did in his or her lifetime. Our Island County retirement populous may not need to read this effort. Most everyone we know around here is already manifesting skills and talents in one of the aforementioned categories. Take a look at the board of directors of your favorite non-profit. How many folks do you recognize who ran companies, businesses, or were successfully self-employed before settling down to devote time, talent and treasures to our communities? Dad did the same thing when he retired. One day he would be helping the other deacons at church. Another day, Dad would be advising the Children’s Aid and Family Services non-profit. When I asked him why he had been selected Chairman of the Fundraising Committee to finance the new addition to our historic Carnegie Library, his response was swift, and brief. “Because I know the guys who have the money.” I drove back to Oil City, Pennsylvania to see Dad and the local politicians cut the ribbon on that special day of dedicating the new wing. Miss Margaret Reid, our 12th grade high school English teacher had worked with Dad to raise the money. No former student of Miss Reid’s would say “no” to her request for financial help. That would have been like saying “no” to a Marine Corps drill instructor offering you a cigarette, even if you did not smoke.
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Jodi graduated from Oak Harbor High School with the Class of 1971. She attended Western Washington College. She went on to settle in the Bremerton and Seabeck area, where she worked for the Bon Marche for many years.
JO ANNE “JODI” HAYES Jo Anne “Jodi” Hayes, age 60, died at Messenger House, Bainbridge Island on January 23, 2014. She was born December 18, 1953 in Bremerton, WA to H. Harlow and Harriet Hayes. Jodi was born into a Navy family and followed her parents from Bremerton to San Diego, CA; Boston, MA; Argentia, Newfoundland, Canada; Jacksonville, FL; Camp Lejeune, NC; Naples, Italy and finally to Whidbey Island.
Jodi is survived by one brother, Roger Hayes and wife Kathy and nieces Carolyn and Andrea of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; by Bobby Keith, whom she raised as a son; by her stepmother Jan Hayes; by her uncle Dave Kempston; by her aunt LuDell Hayes and by numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and by one brother, Doug Hayes. Graveside funeral services were held on Monday, February 10, 2014 at Maple Leaf Cemetery with Chaplain David Lura officiating. Friends and family are encouraged to share condolences and memories utilizing the Book of Memories hosted by Wallin Funeral Home at www.wallinfuneralhome.com
FRIDAY, February 14 10:47am, Maxwelton Rd. 4 horses in the roadway on Swede Hill heading toward Maxwelton within past 5 minutes. 11:15am, NE Halyard Ln. Requesting contact referencing receiving threatening text from ex-employee. Part of message stated “I will bury you.” 3:11pm, SE Ilwaco Alley Caller advising found deceased rat in the parking lot. Is in the northeast corner in a freezer bag and grocery bag. 3:20pm, NE 6th Ave. Caller advising daughter encountered raccoons in the area last night around 11pm while exiting her vehicle with small dog. Advising 2 large raccoons with very aggressive behavior, came towards her growling. 5:04pm, SE Ely St. Irate patient is walking to location. They disengaged her from care, believes she is going to “throw a fit” and wants a “uniform present.” 5:40pm, SW 11th Ct. Says owner of house across street has now put up surveillance cameras directed at her house. Caller thinks this stems from her reporting homeowner to police for driving over her lawn. 6:48pm, Lone Lake Rd. Female on line asking to put a stop on her debit card. Confirmed caller called 911 and she said “yes, I need you to put a stop on my debit card” then poor cell connection. 7:21pm, Kodiak Ave. Requesting contact at location. Have just found a dead chicken stuffed in their mailbox. Was in there on top of the mail and mail is delivered around 2-3 pm, so maybe after that. 9:446pm, Pilchuck Dr. Female whispering or raspy voice saying something possibly about a scary movie. Female hung up when asked further. Call history from earlier today, attempted trace. SATURDAY, February 15 3:40pm, SR 20 Caller reporting a male walking in the middle of the road, brown hood, jacket, blue jeans, around 20-30 years old. Flipping people off. Last seen walking on Swantown. 7:07pm, SW Loerland Dr. Caller advising son is threatening to blow up the house. Has blowtorch. 7:25pm, Smugglers Cove Rd. Female advising power went out. Needs help finding a flashlight. Tripped and fell, denies injury. Needs someone to show her where her flashlight is. Not sure where anything is. 9:15pm, NE 7th Ave. Caller advising she is being stalked via radioactive waves and it’s bouncing off her TV and phone. The refrigerator clicks on and makes her stomach make noise, like a spirit in the room. SUNDAY, February 16 2:11pm, NW Redwing Dr. Requesting phone call referencing a house on Zillow.com for rent. Caller has been contacting the subject through the web site. He went there today to look at the residence and found the house is owned by someone else who is not renting it.
11:55pm, Classic Rd. Caller advising his neighbors at unknown address has put a Nike in his wood stove and is now stinking up the neighborhood. MONDAY, February 17 7:15am, N Oak Harbor St. Caller advising he is being harassed by text message, “House will be turned into murder scene.” Caller is not home but can take a phone call at work. 8:18am, Balda Rd. Cattle in the roadway. Owner may reside a the old chicken farm near location. Caller tried to knock on the door, no one answered. Some are on side of road, some in road, some running back to the field. TUESDAY, February 18 10:04am, Greenberry Hill Ln. Cows currently in the road. Caller is trying to get the cows out of the road, knocked at farmhouse and no answer. 10:45am, Edgewood Dr. Advising she saw a young male carrying a purse. 5’-7 to 6 ft., slim, dark hoodie, dark cap, blue jeans, walking a chocolate lab south on Edgewood. Male stated it was his wife’s purse. 4:35pm, Passage View Ln. Caller requesting call, advising elderly man wanders their neighborhood and goes into peoples’ yards. Some of the elderly females in the area get nervous about this. WEDNESDAY, February 19 6:01am, Winterberry Dr. Caller advising his 19-year-old nephew never returned home from work at 3 pm yesterday. 9:26am, Libbey Rd. Subject stuck in parachute in a tree. States is alert. 10:36am, SE 8th Ave. 16-year-old male not listening. Told him to have his friends leave and he won’t tell them to go. Threatening to start a fight with the friend. 2:04pm, Columbia Beach Dr. Elderly female on the line says she is trying to reach the building department and keeps getting the runaround. She says she is trying to get a building permit for an elevator in her home. Caller very upset, says she doesn’t need medical but also saying she is paralyzed and no one will help her. 2:38pm, Witter Rd. Reporting a neighbor taking photos while caller was out taking care of vineyard. When asked why she was doing that she replied with some comment about we are at war. Occurred this morning around 11 am, not happening now. 3:17pm, Winterberry Dr. Reporting his nephew went missing this morning with caller’s vehicle. Caller already reported his nephew as missing. THURSDAY, February 20 9:46am, Dead Goat Rd. Caller advising male subject just showed up a the door with a machete. Stated his son was in danger and time travelers may take him. 8:37pm, NW Lanyard Loop Son is at a friend’s house without permission. Caller requesting call to figure out how to find him. Report provided by OHPD & Island County Sheriff’s Dept.
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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. Whole body fender set for Suzuki 230 quad runner, orange, $125 cash only; Men’s ATV riding boots, size 11, used twice, like new, black, name brand Thor, $75 cash only. (360)3413214 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)341-3214 (0) For Jeep Wrangler: Exhaust headers, stainless steel, # 33007075, 4.0 6-cylinder. Cash only, $100. (360)341-3214 (0) Four Michelin tires, R265/60R18 (used on my Jeep Grand Cherokee), 18,349 miles. $99. David (360)320-1186 (1) 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, No Cheating!
$200; Astro/Safari Van seats, front, gray, fair shape, $50 pair. (360)321-4035 (1) One 11R/22.5 new truck tire recap. Virgin casing, $100. One pair 11R/22.5 single snow chains,$35. Steven (360)6617182 (1)
Boats/Parts For Sale Mercury boat engine, 3.9, $200. (360)321-4035 (1)
Business Classifieds Well-established Antique Mall now accepting applications for space rental. Future retail spaces and shelf retail spaces becoming available. Apply in person at Shady Ladies. Antique Mall, 656 SE Bayshore Drive, Suite 5, Oak Harbor. Next to Licensing Office. Come join us for fun and profit.
Garage/Estate Sales Price Is Right Sale is looking for people to rent tables. March 7 & 8, 9am to 3pm. Indoors, Baby Island-Saratoga Clubhouse, 3616 Saratoga Rd. Langley (near Amble/Fox Spit Rds.) A variety of merchandise will be available. To rent a table or for more information, call (360)730-1047 (1)
Garage Sale! 720 SW Judson Dr, March 8, 9am-5pm. Books, home decor, and more! (1) American Legion Spring Bazaar, April 5, 9am - 5pm. $15 for single space, $25 for double space. Please call (360)3215696 for an application. Handmade and commercial vendors, inside spaces available, outside spaces depending on weather conditions. (0) Save the Date! Kiwanis 11th Annual Beachcombers Bazaar, Saturday, July 12, 9:00am – 3pm at Windjammer Park. Ultimate antique, craft and yard sale! Spaces are available for anyone. Contact: Harry Turner (360)679-3799 or Email: fang6_5@msn.com or Call the Chamber of Commerce (360)675-3755. (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.
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 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) 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)
Lessons Looking for guitar students. All ages welcome, all styles and genre taught. From beginner to advanced, one-on-one lessons. Please call Scott for more info, (360)675-5470.
Clothing/Accessories One pair of Red Wing 8-inch water resistant work boots. New, still in box. Size 9E. Retail $180 asking $75. (360)3415894 (0)
Appliances Brand new Chef’s Choice 830 WafflePro Heart Waffle Iron, in original box. $25. Photos available. Call (360)678-1167
Housewares Two (2) Stainless Steel Chafing Dishes. 8-qt, 14” x 22”. One has 3 separate heating containers, the other a single container.
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Complete, only used once, like new. $30 each or $50 for both. Call Pat (360)720-2116 (0) Fostoria stemware, June pattern (clear), excellent condition. 4 ice tea (or water); 4 parfait (or wine); 4 oyster (cordial, liquor); 6 sherbet (champagne). Valued at over $350, selling for $150 OBO. (360)678-0430 (1)
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 (1) SpringAire mattress and box spring set. Very good condition. Full size with metal frame. $75. Brian (360)579-2051 (1) 3 like new Hampton Bay ceiling fans. 2 white,1 light brown. Will sell all 3 for $100 or separate. (425)508-8593 (1) Bifold Door - standard, primed, three panel, 29” wide x 78.5” tall, $15. (360)320-0248, midisland (1)
Lawn and Garden Perma Mulch rubber edging, 9 10-foot strips, $10 each. Call (360)678-1167
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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. 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. Just cut firewood. Full cords stacked in truck. 16” split and delivered on South Whidbey. Alder, $175/cord; Fir, $215/cord. Call Dean (360)661-1711 (0) Lumber - Rough cut dry fir lumber. 2x4’s & misc. Good for building sheds and all those projects. 2x4’s 30¢ per lineal foot. (360)321-1624. Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.49)
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Looking for a great gift idea for Xmas, Birthdays, Fathers day, etc.? Here are some local made crafts that will help you fill some gaps, please order by letter- they are 16$ 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 (1) Sewing machines for sale: $10$250. Most mechanical, most under $100. On Island delivery and set-up, basic operating instructions. Always happy to talk
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 Used bicycles in good condition, big and small. $25 to $45 each. (360)341-5894 (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 3 horses must go to GOOD forever homes. Due to health and injuries unable to ride/care for them, $230 each. Located North Whidbey Island, call for further information. 360)6794374 (0)
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YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS OURS WEATHER FORECAST Thurs, Feb. 27
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